If the money saved for ‘Umrah cannot cover but one thing – paying the debt installment or ‘Umrah, which should come first?
If performing the ‘Umrah would prevent the payment of the debt installment in itsdue time, then one should pay the debt installment and not go to Umrah.
If a person has an outstanding loan, does he have to seek the permission of the creditor in order to be able to travel and perform ‘Umrah?
He can go to ‘Umrah even if he does not seek the creditor’s permission, as longas there is enough money to cover the monthly installment, or that the installmenttime is […]
A person has monthly scheduled debt payments that are being paid on time – can he go to ‘Umrah?
Yes, he can. Real estate loans, commercial business loans, and other similarloans that require monthly scheduled payments are not a hindrance toperforming worship.
What is the ruling on borrowing money to perform ‘Umrah?
Whomever does not have what covers the cost of ‘Umrah is not obligated tocomplete this act of worship, and that is due to inability. However, whomever isable to borrow and […]
What is the permissibility of a pregnant woman going to ‘Umrah?
She is allowed to do that, but after she consults with a doctor in that matter.
If the doctor orders any patient not to perform ‘Umrah, should he obey the doctor’s order?
Yes, because the doctor is more knowledgeable of the person’s capacity from amedical standpoint to complete the rituals. This is in terms of ability andassuming the doctor is of the […]
Is it permissible to perform Istikhara before going to ‘Umrah?
Yes, but not for the ‘Umrah itself, but rather to determine timing of travel, choice ofcompany, or choice of Umrah package.
Should one who desires to perform ‘Umrah know its rulings?
Yes, he should read, understand, and ask.
What are the preferred acts of ‘Umrah?
There are many preferred acts of ‘Umrah. Amongst the most important of themare: trimming the nails performing Ghusl, and perfuming the body BEFORE Ihram. As for after Ihram, it is […]
How do we end fasting the month of Ramadan if we start the fast in one place and end the fast in a different place?
If you start fasting in a country, then you travel to continue your fast the rest of the month of Ramadan in a different country, and the breaking of the […]
Should a diabetic person fast?
This depends on the severity of the disease. The patient should see a trustworthy Muslim physician and ask the physician if fasting for his/her particular case would be harmful. If […]
Is it allowed to take insulin while fasting?
While fasting, it is allowed for a person to check his sugar as well as take insulin. A diabetic person may take the insulin injection while fasting; it doesn’t break […]
