What is the Islamic ruling on hearing the sound of an owl?
In Islam, there is no evidence that the sound of an owl signifies bad luck, death, or any supernatural omen. Believing such things falls under superstition (ṭiyarah), which is prohibited […]
What is the Islamic ruling on Muslim women following the Janazah (funeral procession) and going to the cemetery for burial?
The majority of scholars say it is discouraged (makruh) for women to accompany the body to the cemetery, especially if there is fear of excessive crying, wailing, or emotional scenes. […]
If I find that the congregational prayer has already started, can I pray the two Sunnah rak’ahs of Fajr after the obligatory prayer or wait until sunrise?
The jurists have stated that if a person comes and finds that the prayer has already been established, he should not engage in anything else, even the Sunnah of Fajr. […]
Do Nicotine Patches used to help quit smoking break the fast during Ramadan?
Nicotine patches work by transdermal absorption, meaning the nicotine enters the body through the skin, not through the mouth, nose, or any other bodily orifice. Why They Don’t Invalidate the […]
Why did some scholars lean toward identifying the night of the 27th to be the night of Laylatul Qadr?
The 27th night of Ramadan has been regarded by many of our greatest scholars as the strongest candidate for Laylatul Qadr. Let me show you why. Ubayy ibn Ka’b (رضي […]
At what time should I break the fast?
You should break the fast at sunset. It is not necessary to delay iftar beyond sunset. The best practice is to hasten to break the fast exactly when the sun sets, […]
What are Islamic procedures & protocols for receiving a newborn baby?
Childbirth is one of the most amazing blessings which Allah Almighty has given to us. After giving birth to a child, it is recommended to welcome the newborn by following the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). […]
Is having the medical condition of GERD a valid reason not to fast?
The Islamic verdict on this question will be dependent on the advice of a qualified medical professional. If this side effect places one in danger or undue harm, beyond what […]
How do we perform the Islamic Eclipse prayer?
Step-by-Step Guide to Performing Eclipse Prayer🔹 First Rak‘ah:Takbir (Allahu Akbar)Recite Surah Al-Fatihah + a long recitationRuku‘ (bowing) – Prolong itRise from Ruku (Sami‘ Allahu liman hamidah)Recite Surah Al-Fatihah again + […]
Is it permissible to receive cash back from a credit card company?
If the borrower does not pay interest on the loan and repays the full amount as agreed, without any hidden charges or alterations to the repayment terms, the situation changes. […]
If my sister and I wanted our kids, who are born a few months apart, to be siblings via breast milk, is it permissible? Are we able to do so with bottle feeding? If so, how many feeds does it need to be?
There is no Islamic issue with breastfeeding the son of a brother, a sister, or others to make them mahram (non-marriageable) to the breastfeeding woman and her children, thus making […]
Do the breastfed milk siblings have the same rights as blood siblings?
Imam al-Nawawi, in his commentary on Sahih Muslim (5/274), stated: “The ummah (Muslim community) has unanimously agreed on the established prohibition of breastfeeding (radāʿah) between the infant and the breastfeeding […]
