Answered by Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question How can I overcome doubts and whispers regarding my faith? Answer All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. Blessings and peace be upon the Master of the Messengers, his Family, and all his Companions. A firmly rooted belief in the heart is the key to […]

Answered By Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question What role does waqf (endowment) play in economic and social development? Answer Praise be to Allah, Lord of the worlds, and peace and blessings be upon His noble messenger, his family, and all his companions. Allah has blessed His servants by providing them with various ways to […]

This is the sixth and final in a series of articles based on the On-Demand Course Tying the Knot: Rights, Responsibilities, and Balance. This course offers insights into the timeless wisdom of the Islamic teachings on marriage, helping couples and those preparing for marriage to embrace their roles with compassion, fairness, and spiritual mindfulness. Marital disputes […]

Answered By Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question Is it true that reading the Quran in Ramadan has a unique merit compared to other times? Answer Praise be to Allah, Lord of the worlds, and peace and blessings be upon His noble messenger, his family, and all his companions. The Distinct Merits of Worship in […]

Answered By Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question How should we view differences in jurisprudential opinions regarding acts of worship, and what should we follow? Answer Praise be to Allah, Lord of the worlds, and peace and blessings be upon His noble messenger, his family, and all his companions. The Wisdom Behind Differences in Legal […]

Answered by Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question What is the ruling on praying in a place that is impure (najis)? Answer All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. Blessings and peace be upon the Master of the Messengers, his Family, and all his Companions. Maintaining Purity in Prayer Prayer is one of […]

Answered by Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question What are the ways through which Muslims can deal with the trials and tribulations they face in life? Answer All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. Blessings and peace be upon the Master of the Messengers, his Family, and all his Companions. Understanding the Meaning […]

Answered by Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question What is the ruling on praying in clothes that have images, such as t-shirts? Answer All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. Blessings and peace be upon the Master of the Messengers, his Family, and all his Companions. Scholarly Opinions on Wearing Clothes with Images […]

Answered by Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question What is the role of adhering to good morals in inviting others to Allah? Answer All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. Blessings and peace be upon the Master of the Messengers, his Family, and all his Companions. The Noble Task of Calling to Allah […]

Answered by Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question What are the daily supplications that one should be consistent with? Answer All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. Blessings and peace be upon the Master of the Messengers, his Family, and all his Companions. The Importance of Remembrance (Dhikr) in Islam The remembrance of […]

Answered By Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question What are the rulings regarding the delayed repayment of a debt? Is it permissible to impose a financial penalty? Answer In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all worlds. Peace and blessings be upon the […]

Answered by Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question What is the proper form of khul‘ (divorce initiated by the wife) between spouses? Answer In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all worlds. Peace and blessings be upon the Messenger sent as a mercy […]

Answered by Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question Is it permissible for a woman to disobey her parents’ request not to move away with her husband? Answer In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all worlds. Peace and blessings be upon the Messenger […]

Answered by Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question What is the correct method for conducting a marriage contract (nikah)? Answer In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all worlds. Peace and blessings be upon the Messenger sent as a mercy to the worlds, […]

Answered by Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question What is the ruling on using tissue paper for istinja’ (cleaning oneself after relieving oneself)? Answer In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all worlds. Peace and blessings be upon the Messenger sent as a […]

Answered By Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question How can a Muslim maintain purity (tahara) amidst the busy routines of daily life? Answer In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all worlds. Peace and blessings be upon the Messenger sent as a mercy […]

Answered By Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question What is the correct way to execute a marriage contract through an agent? Answer In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all worlds. Peace and blessings be upon the Messenger sent as a mercy to […]

Answered By Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question How do latecomers in prayer complete their salah? Answer In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all worlds. Peace and blessings be upon the Messenger sent as a mercy to the worlds, our Master and […]

Answered By Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question What is the difference between minor impurity (al-hadath al-asghar) and major impurity (al-hadath al-akbar)? Answer In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all worlds. Peace and blessings be upon the Messenger sent as a mercy […]

Answered By Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question Is there a specific way to distribute zakat? Answer In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all worlds. Peace and blessings be upon the Messenger sent as a mercy to the worlds, our Master and […]

Answered by Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question What is the Islamic perspective on fear and anxiety caused by life’s pressures? Answer In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all worlds. Peace and blessings be upon the Messenger sent as a mercy to […]

Answered by Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question Is it valid to perform i‘tikaf (spiritual retreat) in a prayer space that does not fulfill the conditions of a mosque? Answer In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all worlds. Peace and blessings be […]

Answered by Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question What are the names of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace)? Answer In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all worlds. Peace and blessings be upon the Messenger sent as a mercy […]

Answered by Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question How should we handle a bequest that conflicts with Islamic law? Answer In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all worlds. Peace and blessings be upon the Messenger sent as a mercy to the worlds, […]