Ruling on chewing Khat
Question What is the ruling on eating Khat and delaying the performing of ‘Asr (afternoon) prayer until half an hour before the Maghrib (sunset) prayer?...
Evidence on the prohibition of narcotics
Question What are the proofs that state the prohibition of narcotics? Answer: Narcotics are considered unwholesome things which Allah has forbidden for His believing servants....
What are the conditions of cutting off a thief's hand?
Question What are the conditions of cutting off a thief’s hand? Answer: Nine conditions have to be met before cutting off the hand of a...
The wisdom behind the difference in complexion colors of the servants of Allah
Question What is the wisdom behind the difference in complexion colors of the servants of Allah (Exalted be He); some have a red, white, or...
Which is better: The Qur'an or 'Isa (peace be upon him)
Question I heard some scholars asking which is better: the Qur’an or ‘Isa ibn Maryam (Jesus son of Mary, peace be upon them)? Answer: The...
Ruling on describing the Words of Allah as ancient
Question In the Glorious Qur’an we read: “Mûsâ (Moses) said: “Verily, I seek refuge in my Lord and your Lord” (Ghafir, 40:27). We also read:...
Refuting misconceptions concerning the eternity of Allah's Words
Question In the Glorious Qur’an we read: “Mûsâ (Moses) said: “Verily, I seek refuge in my Lord and your Lord” (Ghafir, 40:27). We also read:...
Preserving the Qur'an against distortion
Question A friend of mine raises doubts regarding the authenticity of the Mus-hafs (copies of the Qur’an) we have nowadays. He claims that they contain...
Is the Qur'an mere words or supplications as claimed by some people?
Question Is the Qur’an just words or supplications as some people claim? Answer: The Qur’an is the Words of Allah. Jibril (Gabriel, peace be upon...
What is the ruling on selling dogs?
Question: What is the ruling on selling guard dogs that have special characteristics? Answer: It is not permissible to sell dogs, and their price is...
The ruling on selling cats, monkeys and dogs
Question: I would like to work in the field of trading in tame animals such as cats and birds. One of these animals is monkeys...
Islamic ruling on dealing in and buying animals for hobby or decorative purposes
Question: I would like to ask your Eminence about the ruling on trading in and possessing animals and birds for the purpose of having a...
Is it lawful to eat the meat of cats?
Question: Is eating cats Haram (prohibited) or Makruh (disliked)? Answer: It is prohibited to eat cats, for they are of the fanged animals. It was...
Ruling on replacing stoning the adulterer to death with a sword or gun
Question: Is it permissible to change the Hadd (ordained punishment for violating Allah’s Law) of a married person who commits Zina from stoning to death...
Is learning English haram?
Question: Is it Haram (prohibited) or Halal (lawful) to learn the English language? Answer: If there is a religious or worldly need for learning the...
It is the duty of every Muslim to study his religion
Question: If a person wants to learn but finds no one to teach him, is he sinful if he does not learn? Answer: It is...
Who is entitled to issuing fatwas?
Question: Who should be responsible for issuing Fatwas and guidance in religious matters? Some religious people here speak English and a little Urdu but they...
Ruling on marrying a woman who is not righteous
Question: Many [Muslim] brothers - who are religiously committed - when proceeding to get married, they choose to ask in marriage women who are not...
Is memorizing the Qur'an obligatory?
Question: Is memorizing the Qur’an obligatory? Answer: Memorizing the Qur’an is a collective duty and is not obligatory upon every individual of this Ummah (nation)....
Advice for Social Media Users
Question: May Allah protect you, honorable Shaykh. The questioner here asks you to provide advice to social media users. Answer: Yes, these media platforms have...