Question The sunnah method of carrying a janazah is mentioned as follows: First carry the left front of the Janazah on the right shoulder (this will be the deceased right shoulder) and walk ten steps. Then carry the left rear on the right shoulder for […]
Question Is it makrooh to pray Isha after midnight? Answer According to Hanafi Jurist, to delay Isha until one third of the night is mustahab (desirable). Up to half of the night is permissible, and to perform it after that is disliked (Makrooh). And Allah […]
Question Concerning the viewing of the mayyit by anyone who wishes, is it haram? Did mahram and ghair mahram see the prophet when he died? Can we say since this happened it is permissible? Answer The laws regarding not looking at a ghair Mahram is […]
Question When someone speaks about eyes in your home as being not permissible, is it really the eyes or the actual image. Answer The prohibition which has been mentioned in the Ahadith is about ‘Tasweer’ – which means a picture or an image of an […]
Question What is the ruling regarding a muslim brother going up for elections? As muslims is it right or wrong for us to vote, for him or any other party/person. Answer It is permissible for a Muslim brother to go up for elections provided […]
Question  What is the Islamic stance on Yoga especially if somebody were to practice it? Answer Since Yoga is connected to non Islamic religious teachings and practices, a Muslim should not get involved in it. And Allah knows best. Mufti Waseem Khan
Question  Is it permissible to wear suede? Answer Yes, it is permissible to wear suede. And Allah knows best. Mufti Waseem Khan
Question  Are there any rules in inheritance concerning adopted children? Answer  Adopted children are not blood related to those who have adopted them. Hence, they cannot be considered as one’s own children. It is for this reason, they will not inherit from those who adopted […]
Question Can we watch a movie at home where there is no danger of fitnah or bad environment? Answer  Besides the fact that you must stay away from ‘fitnahs’ and ‘bad environment’, it is also essential to know that as a Muslim, you are required […]
Question  I have a matter concerning another Muslim brother and we are really in need of help and information and guidance from you. My Muslim brother is getting married and upon doing istikhara on several occasions he is still having doubts of his decision and […]