Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question In Indo-Pak culture, daughters-in-law are often forced to serve their in-laws under the label of “khidmat.” I live with my elderly mother-in-law, who demands constant service and shows signs of narcissism. My husband supports her, and I am emotionally overwhelmed. Is this considered religious abuse, and what is the […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it considered gambling if the losing team in a sports match pays for the shuttlecock, even if it only covers actual expenses? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. I pray you are in good faith and health. Thank you for your question. Gambling […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I embraced Islam after marrying a Hindu woman while we were both agnostics. She remains agnostic but is supportive. Is it permissible to remain in this marriage, and is there a middle ground Islamically in such a situation? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question If a deceased person left no specific record of missed prayers or fasts, is it mandatory to estimate and allocate up to one-third of the inheritance for fidya? Can charity and good deeds be done instead without causing financial or legal issues for heirs? Answer In the Name of […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question My terminally ill father missed most of his fasts and prayers. How can he make them up, given his condition? Does his illness expiate sins? He had chronic kidney stones requiring frequent hydration—was fasting still obligatory? Can we sponsor Hajj on his behalf since we performed ‘Umra for him? […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I have a child born out of wedlock and want to make things right Islamically. I’ve supported the mother, but family and cultural traditions make marriage difficult. What should I do to fulfill my responsibilities in a way that pleases Allah? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I work as an estimator for damage repair, which insurance adjusters use to approve claims. I’m not directly involved in riba, but my clients might be. Is this work permissible in Islam? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. I pray you are in good […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Can Zakat be paid in installments throughout the year, or must it be paid in full before Ramadan ends? Would delaying payment affect its validity or reward? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. I pray you are in good faith and health. Thank you […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Why did the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) not object to Abu Sa‘id’s use of spitting when reciting Surat al-Fatiha over a scorpion sting, given potential health concerns with spitting on wounds? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. I pray you […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it permissible to buy or sell products online that may be unsafe but are claimed to meet legal standards? What should one do if such sales have already occurred, and is the profit earned from them halal if the business has since closed? Answer In the Name of […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I had a religious marriage over Skype with four witnesses, but my husband and I live in different countries. We agreed he would join me after two years, but I have not seen him for seven months, and he now says we will not speak for another six. He […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question How are Zakat al-Fitr and Qurbani calculated based on the gold nisab, and can the head of the household give them on behalf of the family? Is a Qurbani performed by a non-Muslim valid? What are the financial obligations of a Muslim, such as Zakat, Fitrana, Qurbani, and Kaffara? […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it disrespectful to call fictional powers like flying or light beams “magic,” knowing such abilities can only come from Allah? Since real Sihr and Jinn’s powers are limited, does labeling fictional abilities as magic diminish Allah’s exclusive power? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it permissible to receive my salary through an umbrella company, and are my earnings halal? I work through an intermediary company that receives payment from the client and then pays me. I’m unsure if this setup is valid, especially if no interest is involved. Is this type of […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I swore not to speak to a friend if Allah hid a secret of mine, but I later revealed the secret. Can I now speak to my friend, and do I need to offer expiation for the oath? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question We have been married for more than five years. 3 to 4 times during the marriage, we have separated. I’ve never uttered the words “you are divorced” or anything. Mostly, it has been a mutual agreement that is not working between us, or due to her circumstances in which […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question A UK bank gifted me £50 after acquiring another bank. I only hold a non-interest current account with them. Is it permissible to keep and use this money, given that the bank is involved in interest-based transactions? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. I […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it permissible to work on a project using mythological planet names? I’m working on a solar system project where the planets are named after mythological figures. Is it permissible to use these names, or would that be considered impermissible respect for disbelief? Answer In the Name of Allah, […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it permissible to consume products like apple juice processed with non-halal animal gelatine if it is used as a filtering aid and not listed as an ingredient? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. I pray you are in good faith and health. Thank […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is the dua اللهم حبب إلينا الإيمان… from the Sunna or authentically reported from the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) or his Companions? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate I pray you are in good faith and health. Thank you for […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question As a teacher in a secular country, am I permitted to teach theories that contradict Islamic beliefs, such as early humans communicating only through signs and symbols? I have non-Muslim students and must follow the syllabus, but I do not believe in these theories. Should I continue teaching or leave […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I enjoy playing and watching tennis, but I cannot control others’ attire. While I focus on modesty and avoid looking at uncovered areas, should I continue playing while prioritizing my own awra, or should I take further steps? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it permissible to audit smart contracts if some involve riba or speculation? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate I pray you are in good faith and health. Thank you for your question. If auditing helps a project engage in, facilitate, or optimize riba-based […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Does anyone commit kufr akbar by using slang language for Allah, His messengers, Islam, or the angels? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. I pray you are in good faith and health. Thank you for your question. If you mean by slang language as […]