Q. I would like to know if there is anything haraam with respect to muslims buying in a place that has halal food but they serve alcohol. For instance in resorts like Salybia Nature Resort where there is a bar, can we still eat there? […]
Q. I wanted to find out if private investigaton is a Halaal occupation for muslims? A. In my opinion, this involves spying on others, and other unlawful acts, hence, it is not a lawful occupation for Muslims. And Allah knows best. Mufti Waseem Khan
Q. My husband wants to place gold teeth in his mouth, is this permissible? A. Based on the authentic traditions, the Prophet (S.A.S) has mentioned that it is haram (unlawful) for men to wear or use gold. Based on this general prohibition, it would not […]
Q. I will be developing for Caribbean Cinemas 8, at Trincity, a website where they can allow for people to book their tickets through the website. I would like to know if it is allowed for me to do this, when I know they would […]
Q. Why is Makkah called Ummul Quraa? A. Ummul Quraa means the mother of cities and according to some commentators of the Holy Quran it is called by this name since it is the root and foundation of all towns and habitations. It is mentioned […]
Q. Is it ok for muslims to do yoga? A. Although Yoga may be viewed as a form of exercise and relaxing one’s body and mind, it is nevertheless connected to non Islamic religious teachings. I have personally asked about it and was told that […]
Q. If someone decides to be part of a competition that has also been approved by the NLCB, is it halaal for one to be part of this transaction? Eg. 1) Completing a form in a newspaper where I have the opportunity to win valuable […]
Q. In a Muslim home, pictures are not allowed, ie. framed ones. In almost all homes there is a television. This is a picture talking, seeing violence etc. Framed pictures are not allowed but a television is, please explain. A. With respect to pictures of […]
Q. I mean no offence in the following question but it is a concern as I had a conversation with a senior brother, who stated to me that he knew Mufti Shabeel. I was concerned as a respected Alim and active member of the Darul […]
Q. Is it permitted for Muslims to consume Kosher (Jewish) certified meat (a) in a country like Trinidad where Halaal meat is easily available and (b) in a country like Venezuela where Halaal meat may not be easily available? Are there any conditions that must […]