Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question What are the Islamic limits on parental discipline, and when does physical harm become impermissible? Answer I pray you are well. The Islamic limits on parental discipline are that it must be beneficial. If there is harm in the discipline, then it becomes impermissible. Harmful Discipline Is Not Permissible Constant […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question May a book containing misleading beliefs be destroyed if ownership is unclear, and keeping it risks harm? Answer I pray you are well. If the ownership of the book is unclear, then destroying it would generally be problematic. In most places, one is not permitted to damage or destroy the […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question How much authority do parents have over a son’s choice of spouse, especially across different cultures? Answer I pray you are well. In short, parents have no authority to dictate a son’s choice of spouse. They may advise and counsel, but the decision ultimately rests with him. Suitability in Marriage […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is it sinful to inform a wife of possible asset transfers before divorce when the information is uncertain, or to transfer assets so they are not allotted to her by the court? Answer I pray you are well. This question can be summarized as follows. A couple is going through […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is the income earned from working at a polling station in a Western election halal? Answer I pray you are well. Yes, the income earned from working at a polling station in a Western election is halal. There is no inherent prohibition in such work. Clarifying a Common Misunderstanding Some […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is it permissible for a father to be away from his children for long periods without a valid reason? Answer I pray you are well. No, it is not permissible for a father to be absent from his children for extended periods without a valid and genuine reason. Two Situations […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is it permissible to make online purchases before the second adhan of Jumu‘a? Answer I pray you are well. If a person is obligated to pray Salat al-Jumu‘a, then it is not permissible for them to engage in buying and selling, whether online or in person, from the time the […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is it permissible to work in consulting or IT if some clients are involved in unlawful activities? Answer I pray you are well. Yes, it is permissible to work in consulting, IT, or similar fields as long as you are not actively or directly assisting in unlawful activity. The Governing […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question If I did not record my placement hours accurately, do I need to inform the university? Would my future income be affected Islamically? Answer I pray you are well. Questions of this nature, relating to inaccuracies, cheating, or misrepresentation, do arise periodically, and the ruling depends on the specific circumstances […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Why is a martyr (shahid) not given ghusl in Islam? Answer I pray you are well. The ruling regarding washing (ghusl) a martyr (shahid) contains important nuance and scholarly detail. At its heart, the matter revolves around how Islamic law honors those who give their lives in the path of […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is a secret marriage without parental knowledge valid, and must it be disclosed later? Answer I pray you are well. Suitability and the Role of the Wali In the Hanafi school, there is a principle known as kafa’a, meaning suitability. This refers to whether the groom is a suitable match […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Can strong feelings about someone’s death be from Allah as an insight? Answer I pray you are well. Yes, it is possible. Sometimes Allah Most High grants certain people in the Umma a form of inspiration. There are examples of this in the Quran. Allah inspired the mother of Musa […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Can I work in a kindergarten that celebrates non-Muslim religious holidays? Answer I pray you are well. As long as you are not actively involved in celebrating or commemorating those religious holidays, it should be fine to work there. The key issue is active participation in religious acts that contradict […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is it permissible to cut off a relative who constantly causes harm? Answer I pray you are well. Assessing the Harm Harm needs to be assessed. Sometimes it is real and serious, such as physical harm, deep emotional pain, abuse, or situations that continuously worsen relationships, where people are always […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Do I have to fast if my health condition worsens with fasting? Answer I pray you are well. If your health condition worsens with fasting, then in that situation, you do not have to fast. Keep an eye on your health and make a note of how many fasts you […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Do I have to obey my parents if they forbid me from wearing the hijab? Answer I pray you are well. In this situation, you do not have to obey your parents. There is a broader discussion among scholars regarding the extent to which parents must be obeyed. While it […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat What Must a Woman Cover When Alone? In this video answer, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat clarifies the extent of covering required for a woman when she is alone. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat began studying Arabic Grammar and Morphology whilst studying for a degree in English and History. After graduating, He traveled to […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat What Is the Difference Between Wiping and Washing in Wudu? Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat explains the key difference between washing (ghasl) and wiping (isaba) while making wudu and whether permeable nail polish is valid for wudu. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat began studying Arabic Grammar and Morphology whilst studying for a degree in […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Is Prayer Disliked in the Last Moments of Asr? In this video answer, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat explains the ruling on praying during the final moments of Asr. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat began studying Arabic Grammar and Morphology whilst studying for a degree in English and History. After graduating, He traveled to […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Is It Permissible to Share Ads Containing Women Without Hijab or Music? In this video answer, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat addresses the ruling on sharing advertisements that include women without hijab or music. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat began studying Arabic Grammar and Morphology whilst studying for a degree in English and History. […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat How to Return a Right That Was from More Than Ten Years Earlier? – Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat In this video answer, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim explains how to return a right that is owed to someone from more than ten years in the past in a way that doesn’t hurt the person […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat How to Calculate the Number of Prayers Missed If There Are Many? In this video answer, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat explains how to estimate and make up missed prayers when their exact number is uncertain. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat began studying Arabic Grammar and Morphology whilst studying for a degree in English […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Can One Move a Cross from a Hospital Room Without Permission? In this video answer, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat explains whether one may move a cross placed in a hospital room without the owner’s permission. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat began studying Arabic Grammar and Morphology whilst studying for a degree in English […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question How does an excused person establish their excuse in matters of purity? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat explains how an excused person establishes their excuse in matters of purity. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat pursued Arabic Grammar and Morphology alongside his English and History degree. Post-graduation, he deepened […]