Is it permissible to use the Siwak or a toothbrush for the one in a state of Ihram?
Yes, it is permissible for men and women alike in any state and at any time. Toothpaste does not fall under the category of the prohibition of scented items.
If one accidentally was biting his nails out of forgetfulness, what is the ruling for that?
There is nothing on him, as he did not intentionally put his nails between histeeth; he did it forgetfully out of habit without realizing it.
Is it permissible for the one in a state of Ihram to clip a nail that is on the verge of breaking,
Yes, it is permissible, and doing so does not fall under the Ihram prohibitions.
What does one do if some perfume accidentally got on his body or clothes while he is in Ihram?
He has to take off his clothes, wash off the perfume, and remove its residue fromhis Ihram attire or wear new Ihram attire.
If a person performing Umrah rubs his head and some hair falls out, is he required to do anything?
No, he is not required to do anything even if some hair falls out, as he did not pullout his hair intentionally and the hair that fell out from the […]
What are the general prohibitions to be avoided during the state of Ihram that are shared between men and women?
The general prohibitions shared between men and women: clipping nails cutting hair using perfume or scented products intercourse and what leads to it marriage and engagement hunting or the assistance […]
What is the ruling for one who committed more than one prohibition during the state of Ihram?
This matter requires further clarification: a. If a person performing Umrah does several prohibited acts from the samecategory-for example: wearing a shirt, kufi, and pants- then he is only required […]
For one who chooses to do the compensatory fasts, is it obligatory that he performs the fasts in Makkah?
He can fast at any time and place after the Umrah, as he is not required to be inhis state of Ihram.
Is it permissible for the one who sacrificed a sheep to eat from it?
No, because it is only for the needy people of Makkah. Eating from one’s ownsacrifice will warrant the need to do another sacrifice.
Do all the prohibition acts during the state of Ihram require a sacrifice?
No, because the prohibitions are divided into categories: First category: The mere invalidation of the prohibited act- such as a marriage contract or engagement- however, he continues with the rituals […]
Does sin and ransom (Fidyahh) always apply to any person who does a prohibited act during the state of Ihram?
We must inquire about the state of the wrongdoer and determine which of thefollowing scenarios he falls under: 1. First Scenario: He does the prohibited act unintentionally either due to […]
Is there a difference in punishment between leaving out an obligation and doing an act that is prohibited during the state Ihram?
Yes, a ransom (Fidyahh) is required for leaving out an obligation, and that is slaughtering a sheep. However, one can make up for doing a prohibited act during the state […]
