Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I’m almost 40, never married. My family is concerned about my age. They suggested a suitor with two children, but I don’t feel comfortable with this. He’s respectful, but I’m confused and feel pressured to get to know him. I’m doing istikhara but feel lost. Answer Thank you for […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question My husband and I have been married for almost two years. Before marriage, I was a student of hifz and tafsir for years. Initially, my husband used to pray five times a day and attend halaqas, but he stopped after marriage. He tells me that I follow a different […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question Can I Ask Allah to Make Me More Beautiful? Answer Thank you for your question. Yes, you can make such a du`a, but I encourage you to also ask Allah Most High for light (nur) and to beautify your inward. Please say this prophetic du`a when you look in […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I married a pious girl last July. She’s devout, but we sometimes argue. In anger, I accused her of being non-virgin, which isn’t true. Now, she’s disconnected from communication. How can I make our marriage happy? Answer Thank you for your question. I empathize with your anger and frustration, […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question If a part of my awra was exposed during salah, but I covered it immediately, do I have to repeat the salah? Is the area under the chin considered awra, and if it is, and I did not know, would I have to repeat all my salahs wherein it […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question Is flattery permissible? Answer Flattery is defined as expressing gratifying respect or admiration or as excessive and insincere praise given primarily to further one’s interests. This is not permissible. Flattery Hammam ibn al-Harith reported that a person began to praise ‘Uthman and Miqdad sat upon his knee, and he […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question Would it be haram to tidy up the haram clothes of my siblings if my parents asked me to tidy my room? And is it haram for someone who does cover their `awra to take care of their looks by brushing their hair? Answer Thank you for your question. […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I was in a haram relationship and lied in Allah’s name about talking to other girls when we weren’t together. Now, the relationship has ended, and I deeply regret the haram relationship and the lies. What should I do? Answer Thank you for your question. I empathize with your […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I’m desperate. The last four years things seem to be going downhill for me, my OCD got worse and I started failing at school because I was occupied with intrusive thoughts. Alhamdulillah, I gained Islamic knowledge, and now I’m at home after failing a college course. I’m taking a […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I am 23 years old and from Pakistan. I got engaged to my parents’ satisfaction, to a simple man, financially stable, and didn’t have an issue with my veil. I was very concerned about getting married as I was sexually abused, so I have trust issues. Living in a […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question My wife is from the US and I am from Pakistan. Prior to marriage, I had asked her that my widowed mom stay with us and she consented. But soon, she started fights over my mom and used that as a threat to our marriage. We had a big […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I have recently ended my relationship with a non-Muslim guy and repented. He still messages me and also posted a video of us on his private TikTok account. I had to lie to him about moving out of the country as he wouldn’t let me go and said he […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question How should I handle the situation when my husband chooses to sleep in a separate room due to difficulty sleeping with our crying children, leaving me feeling lonely with two young kids? Answer Thank you for your question. May Allah reward your patience and for wanting to stay connected […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question As a teenager, I struggle with recurring sins despite seeking forgiveness. How can I break this cycle and find Allah’s forgiveness? Answer Thank you for your question. I pray that you can find the strength to overcome this temptation and choose Allah over your lusts. By Allah’s grace, you […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question Can I proceed with a nikah despite my father’s objections due to cultural reasons, even though he initially agreed to the marriage proposal? Answer Thank you for your question. I empathize with your frustration, and I pray that you communicate and compromise with your father. A secret nikah is […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question My marriage is deteriorating rapidly due to constant arguing, lack of respect, and financial instability. My husband belittles me for not working despite my efforts to contribute and his financial struggles. How can we address these issues and salvage our relationship? Answer Thank you for your question. I commend […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question Can I marry my fiancé, who converted to Islam for our marriage but hasn’t learned about Islam properly yet? He’s unwilling to pray or fast but says he’s open to learning with a teacher. I’m worried if choosing him as a husband is a sin. Can I marry him […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question How can I express my desire to pursue marriage and a simple life to my mom without upsetting her? Considering my mom’s sacrifices for my future, is it reasonable to prioritize marriage and family over a career? Answer Mother Allah Most High has told us in the Quran, “And […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question Can You Recommend a Du’a to Find Ease in Practicing Religion? Answer Thank you for your question. I commend you for your sincere intention to live a religious lifestyle and I pray that Allah gives you that ease tenfold, such that you would not know or desire anything else. […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question How Can I Convince My Parents to Let Me Marry Someone Who Is Not of Our Sufi Order? Answer Thank you for your question. I empathize with your suffering, and I pray that you can convince your parents that there is nothing wrong with your choice and that you […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question As a Muslim woman, I committed zina 4.5 years ago, but postpartum depression intensified my guilt. Despite sincere repentance and daily prayers, the guilt persists, causing suicidal thoughts. Should I confess to my husband, and how do I cope? Answer Thank you for your question. May Allah reward you […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question Should I marry a revert with genital herpes? If yes, normal or asexual marriage? Can Istikhara be done for these decisions? Answer Thank you for your question. May Allah reward you for wanting to help another in need and putting her needs before yours. Risky Although your intentions are […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I am not married, and unfortunately, I committed fornication. It was not intentionally done. I met a religious girl for marriage, and I told her about my sin. She said she didn’t want to give me a second chance because although I am a true believer, I don’t match […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question Is it allowed to wear a fashionable abaya in Islam? Answer Thank you for your question. It is permissible to wear anything loose, long, and not transparent while keeping in mind the cultural clothing and traditions of one’s area. Always err on the side of modesty; consult other religious […]