Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I have a coworker who often asks for my input but then disregards it. Recently, he replaced my work with his own version without acknowledging my contribution. How should I handle this situation in a manner pleasing to Allah? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is working as a mystery shopper considered deception or spying, and is the income halal? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. Working as a mystery shopper is permissible, provided the assignment is officially sanctioned by the business itself (or inspections for consumer protection) and intended […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick What Is the Ruling on Watching Sports Where the ‘Awra May Be Exposed? In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick discusses the ruling on watching sports where the ‘awra may be exposed. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick was raised in South Africa in a traditional Muslim family. He graduated from Dar al-Ulum […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick What Does It Mean to Make One’s Home a Grave by Neglecting the Quran? In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains the prophetic warning about turning one’s home into a grave by neglecting Quranic recitation. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick was raised in South Africa in a traditional Muslim family. He […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Is Jumu‘a Obligatory If I Work Outside My City Limits? In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains the ruling on attending Jumu‘a prayer when working outside one’s city limits. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick was raised in South Africa in a traditional Muslim family. He graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Is Food Produced Through Bacterial Fermentation Permissible? In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick discusses the permissibility of consuming food produced through bacterial fermentation. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick was raised in South Africa in a traditional Muslim family. He graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah in Strand, Western Cape, under the […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it permissible to wage offensive jihad against peaceful non-Muslim nations or tribes seeking a lasting truce and coexistence, or must Muslims honor such agreements? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah alleviate our difficulties and guide us to what pleases Him. Amin. It […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Should I tell my professor if I think my passing grade might’ve been a mistake? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. This is a beautiful and honest question, and the fact that you’re asking it already says a lot about your character. Allah (Most High) […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick How Can We Clearly Distinguish What Counts as Imitating Non Muslims? In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick clarifies the criteria for what constitutes impermissible imitation of non-Muslims. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick was raised in South Africa in a traditional Muslim family. He graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah in Strand, […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it sinful to discard items with general words that resemble Allah’s names? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick discusses whether it is sinful to discard items containing general words that resemble the names of Allah. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Can I start a business with an interest-bearing loan to reduce risk? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains the ruling on starting a business using an interest-bearing loan to minimize financial risk. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it permitted to take an advance payment for hiring an employee? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick discusses the permissibility of receiving advance payment for hiring and managing an employee. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question What to do If I begin Ramadan with moon-sighting but travel to a place that uses calculation? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains what to do if you begin Ramadan based on moonsighting but travel to a region that uses calculations. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Does staying in a place where sin takes place affect one’s faith? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick addresses whether residing in a place where sin is widespread impacts one’s faith. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Can my mother appoint someone to perform Hajj on her behalf during her ‘Idda? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains whether a woman in her ’idda period may appoint someone to perform Hajj on her behalf if she had made a vow to do so. Shaykh […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question When does enjoining right and forbidding wrong no longer apply? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains when the duty to enjoin right and forbid wrong may no longer apply. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. He […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Are non-compete clauses valid in Islam after leaving a job? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick discusses the Islamic perspective on non-compete clauses after leaving employment. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. He received Ijaza from several […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Are my past prayers valid if I mispronounced the letter ḍād? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick addresses concerns about the validity of past prayers due to mispronunciation of the letter Ḍād. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Am I sinful for organizing a public event that involves gender mixing? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains the ruling on organizing public events where gender mixing may occur. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. He […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question What role does physical cleanliness play in enhancing one’s worship? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick highlights the role of physical cleanliness in enhancing the quality of one’s worship. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. He received […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question What is the ‘Idda for a new Muslim who converted after divorce? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains the waiting period (‘idda) for a new Muslim who has embraced Islam after a divorce. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Can I return a purchased statue, or must I destroy it? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains the ruling on possessing, returning, or destroying a purchased statue. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. He received Ijaza […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Can I pray Eid if I have years of missed obligatory prayers? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick clarifies the ruling on praying Eid while having years of missed obligatory prayers. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Can I follow an English translation on my phone during Tarawih? Answer In this video answer, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains the ruling on following an English translation of the Quran on a phone during Tarawih. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh […]