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Is covering the face for a women wajib or sunnah? In my country alot of ustazah did not adhere to wearing a niqab, can I learn deen from them? 27 Aug 2000
We live with my 2 brothers and parents. My wife cannot maintain the hijab all the time and we have limited privacy. I want to move out. What are my responsibilties? 27 Aug 2000
I just wanted to know if you can make friends with non-believers? 27 Aug 2000
Are men allowed wearing platinum? 27 Aug 2000
Can Ahlus Sunnah use tasawvvuf way of Akhlaaq? 27 Aug 2000
How long after the Nikah, is the marriage supposed to be consumated? If it takes longer is the marriage still legal? 27 Aug 2000
Marriage by telephone is permisible? 27 Aug 2000
I like the salvaarkamiz dress. Can a Muslim woman can wear this dress? 27 Aug 2000
Is it true that a father gets total custody of a son when the boy is seven years if the marriage ends in divorce? 27 Aug 2000
Is it permissable for a husband to prevent his in-laws or any of her relatives from entering his home if he believes that they will interfere in his marriage. 27 Aug 2000
My parents are Muslims, but they stop me from growing a beard, especially mother. Should I grow beard or obey them? 27 Aug 2000
Is it a big sin to listen to rap music that has a few curse words? 27 Aug 2000
Is insurance haram? Even if it is required by law? What if you need insurance to pay medical bills which can exceed thousands of dollars? 27 Aug 2000
Is it permissible to use credit cards? 27 Aug 2000
I am very lazy towards my studies, how can Islam help me? 27 Aug 2000
In many products available we some E-numbers in the ingredients list. In front of each E-number we find their true meaning except for E-471. 27 Aug 2000
Is it true that paper money is created by debt and that zakaat cannot be paid with a debt? 27 Aug 2000
If one asks Allah for forgiveness, how do we know that we have been forgiven? 27 Aug 2000
Can you elaborate on the well being of those Muslims who died while performing the Hajj? Is it true that they are actually selected by Allah SWT? 27 Aug 2000
Do Jews believe that Jesus (Peace unto him) did not die on the cross for our sins? 27 Aug 2000
How does a Muslim-Catholic marriage work and what religion should the children be? 27 Aug 2000
Do we need to recite Sura Fatiha while in Jamaah, while preforming namaz behind Imam? 27 Aug 2000
If I perform my wudu in the morning and wear socks, and then break my wude (while socks on) can I wipe water over my socks during wudu instead of taking them off? 27 Aug 2000
Is singing about Islam allowed even if it doesn't involve instruments? What if it only involves a duff (drum) 27 Aug 2000
Does dry-cleaning of clothes make them paak (pure)? What if they are mixed with those of non-muslims? 27 Aug 2000
The example given from Sura 59 does not mean covering the face - a cloak only covers the head/body. Correct? 27 Aug 2000
Since I have been married (9 months) my wife has not let me come close to her. What should I do and what is the shari'a ruling on this? 27 Aug 2000
Can Muslims drink Coca Cola or Pepsi? 27 Aug 2000
Is crab and prawn (shrimp) a haram food? 27 Aug 2000
Is it permissible to eat Vanilla Ice-cream in any of the restaurants where they sell haram food as well? 27 Aug 2000
I would like to know the if there is any type of practice that occurs when a child loses a tooth. 27 Aug 2000
When praying salat is it necessary for the heels of the congregation as well as the shoulders tobe touching? Also, is it bidah to pray collective dua after fard salat? 27 Aug 2000
I read that one of the signs of judgement day is women being subordinates to their husbands. 27 Aug 2000
Are muslims suppose to believe in chain letters? 27 Aug 2000
When removing the pubic hairs exactly what must be removed? 27 Aug 2000
Can a woman make ablution with her night dress? 27 Aug 2000
Why was the Prophet's (Peace be upon him) land Fadaq not inherited by his children but by the Kaliphah? 27 Aug 2000
Are women allowed to talk to men? 27 Aug 2000
Is our parent in law our mahram? I have come across quoting a hadith that father in law is death. 27 Aug 2000
There are four famous Holy books: Quran, Bible, and Torah. What is the name of the fourth book? 27 Aug 2000
If a person borrows money and repays the loan plus extra as fees with no time restrictions, is this still interest? 27 Aug 2000
Is it permissible to work in gas station that has lottery machine? 27 Aug 2000
According to the Hanafi Madhhab, is it allowed for an Alim to charge a fee to teach the Holy Qur'an or for giving an Islamic lecture. The same applies to the Huffaz in Ramadan. 27 Aug 2000
Can you read Surah Faatiha in the third and fourth rakaat of the fardh namaaz behind the imam? 27 Aug 2000
In which situation is it permissible to pray the Zohr, Asr and Magrib, Isha salaat together? 27 Aug 2000
Why Jesus (A.S.) will be arriving for second time and how? 27 Aug 2000
Is it permissible to use medication that contains ingredients that may be haraam? 27 Aug 2000
Has religion anything to do with power and politics? 27 Aug 2000
Is it ok for me not to wear Hijab because my non Muslim parents tell me not to until I leave their house? They don't mind that I'm muslim and I can get them to understand the need of hijab. 27 Aug 2000
What do you do if istinja with water is harmful and stones or mud are not available as an alternative? 27 Aug 2000
Was the math-hab of Dawud Zahiri rightly guided? 27 Aug 2000
Is it permissible, as per Hanafi School of thought, to perform Qada Salaah after Fajr and Asr Salaah? 27 Aug 2000
What rights does engagement confer on a fiance or fiancee? 27 Aug 2000
In what circumstances is child adoption permissible in Islam? 27 Aug 2000
Does 'marrying women of the book' refer to the true Christian and Jews and not to those who believe Isa to be the Son of God, correct? 27 Aug 2000
As Muslims in the western world, to what extent (if given the opportunity) can we participate for heads of office (ex. governor of state) ? 27 Aug 2000
Am I correct in using the prefix Hadhrat in front the name of the Grandfather of the Prophet Mohammed(PBUH)? 27 Aug 2000
Is it permissible for Muslims to eat frogs legs? 27 Aug 2000
I need help convincing my wife to change her mind from comitting a sin by having an abortion. Please help. 27 Aug 2000
Is McDonalds fast food chain stores Halaal? 27 Aug 2000
Is it possible for a woman, who has been separated from her husband for 5yrs to get divorce. 27 Aug 2000
Do extra-terrestrials (aliens) exist? 27 Aug 2000
Is Emulsifier 471 haram or halal? I have heard that it is haram. 27 Aug 2000
Is it permissible to eat from a canteen that stopped selling Haraam food over 3 mths ago? 27 Aug 2000
How was Islam spread in Africa? 27 Aug 2000
I want to become a Muslim but since I was raised as a Christian some of my friends say I will go to hell because if I do convert that means I am denying Jesus. Please help me. 27 Aug 2000
What does the Qur'an say about 'Hell'? 27 Aug 2000
Why do Muslim women wear hijabs? 27 Aug 2000
I am residing with my wife and her adult two sisters.What rights do I have over them, as regards their behaviour? 27 Aug 2000
Is it Haraam to work in a store like Checkers which sells Haraam items? (eg being a cashier in which you will sell the item to the customer ) 27 Aug 2000
Are occupational pension and private health care schemes halal, when their cost is met by one's employer. 27 Aug 2000
Can a Sunni man can marry a Shia girl? 27 Aug 2000
If a Muslim man chooses to marry and non muslim girl, who happens to be a Buddhist, is there a way that the marriage can be recognized Islamically? 27 Aug 2000
What is a Bahai, and what proofs support or not support the movement? 27 Aug 2000
I need proof from the Quran about the wearing hijab. 27 Aug 2000
I am 13 years old and I want to wear the hijab but my family thinks I am too young , I do not know how to convince them and I dont know what to do. 27 Aug 2000
Why did God create all the creatures in male and female? 27 Aug 2000
Why committing suicide is forbidden? 27 Aug 2000
Why alcoholic beverages are unclean or haram? 27 Aug 2000
I am a Muslim lady and married somebody who converted to Islam and used to be without religion, is my marriage good according to Islam? 27 Aug 2000
What procedure must be used by a Muslim in choosing a compatible spouse? 27 Aug 2000
Is one able to make a Dua in the toilet? 27 Aug 2000
What is the punishment for masturbation in Islam? 27 Aug 2000
Is it true that if a Muslim dies of an abdominal disease, he is Shaheed? 27 Aug 2000
Is it allowed in Islam for a fiance to write letters to his/her fiance? 27 Aug 2000
What are the responsibilities of a Muslim man who fathered a child out of wedlock and what are the rights of these children? 27 Aug 2000
If a child repents after commiting a sin how easily can forgiveness be given? 27 Aug 2000
Should we follow the Imams in Makkah as they pray different from us because they follow a different Imam? 27 Aug 2000
What is the latest permissible time that one can perform Asr salaat, and how close to sunrise can one perform Fajr? 27 Aug 2000
Assalamu alaikumIs it permissible to pray in a room that has pictures and idols? Being a woman I cannot go to the masjid in my area because it's frowned upon.Wassalam 27 Aug 2000
I married a Christian woman. Is it lawful? 27 Aug 2000
What is the ruling on sea and land crab.? 27 Aug 2000
Is it considered bad to pray with your eyes closed? I can concentrate more easily with my eyes closed but many people say it is the way the Jews pray. 27 Aug 2000
What does one say to a sister who is selling food in the Masjid during Jum'ah congregation? 27 Aug 2000
Could Muslims eat meat of animals killed by Christians in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost 27 Aug 2000
We are in USA, so can we eat the meat and chickens even we don't know how they are killed? 27 Aug 2000
Is buying a home through a mortgage company allowed? 27 Aug 2000
What is your opinion on Maulana Korolias bayan regarding Imam Mehdi appearing in 2003 plus his investigations and hadith that he has mentioned regarding the 2 eclipses? 27 Aug 2000
kindly inform me of the correct method of performing the Khutbah for the Jumah Salaat. Is it compulsory for Arabic only on the mimbar? 27 Aug 2000
Can a Muslim view a female unclothed? 27 Aug 2000
I have been married for last 15 years but due to my wife's infertility problem I could not blessed with a child. Can I marry once again without divorcing my wife? What shall I do? 27 Aug 2000
When praying farz prayers behind an Imaam, should one quietly recite al-Fatiha behind the Imaam? 27 Aug 2000
Can Muslims have a recreational center consisting of swimming pool and tennis courts, if males and females are allowed on seperate days? 27 Aug 2000
Can you please tell me what Islam has to say about dinosaurs? (prehistoric animals and their extinction) ? 27 Aug 2000
What is the significance of the 786 as used by many Muslims? 27 Aug 2000
I would like a comprehensive answer in regards to loans which incorporate Interest. I ask you to consider a fatwa given by the scholar Yusuf Al-Qaradawi. 27 Aug 2000
I would like to know if we can delay Esha Salaat. 27 Aug 2000
What do you say to someone who wants proof from Quran and Hadith for the ruling of an Imam? 27 Aug 2000
Please provide proof from Hadith that Witr prayer is waajib. 27 Aug 2000
Is it is permissable to trim the beard, knowing it is wajib to grow one fistful in all of the madhabs, due to work and job related positions in U.S.A.? 27 Aug 2000
My father raped my mother and she married him.He did not raise me. What is my obligation to him? 27 Aug 2000
What is the correct Islamic Ruling on mechanical slaughter (for chickens, etc.)? Is it allowed? If not, why? 27 Aug 2000
Can a Muslim lady marry a non Muslim man? 27 Aug 2000
Can a Muslimah not associate with any non muslims? 27 Aug 2000
Please clarify the rules regarding wearing hijab. Is it necessary to cover the face also? 27 Aug 2000
if it is allowed in islam that one can take another marriage in the presence of all four alive wifes. 27 Aug 2000
I read my prayer by wearing half sleeveshirt. Is prayer, reading Quran and namaz is allowed by wearing half sleeve shirt? 27 Aug 2000
Is it ok in Islam that I give Dawah to people to do halal things but by myself, I do the opposite. Can I still get the reward? 27 Aug 2000
If you have a large family and no one is giving you a apartment, can you buy a house on interest? 27 Aug 2000
Is the Prophet Muhammed (Peace be upon him) hazar nazar? Is he around us and can he see us? 27 Aug 2000
What happens to disabled people when they die? My brother is autistic and can not speak? Will he be judged the same as me? 27 Aug 2000
CanI chat with girls on internet using modest words? 27 Aug 2000
Is it permissible by Islam to eat the french fries from Macdonalds? That they may use common utensiles and oil for all the other preparations. 27 Aug 2000
Where a bride or a groom is forced or threatened into marriage against their will, is it valid ? 27 Aug 2000
What does Islam say about smoking cigarettes and/or marijuana? 27 Aug 2000
Is it permissible to use alcohol-based perfumes? 27 Aug 2000
What race or color was Muhammad (Peace be upon him)? 27 Aug 2000
What is the ruling of the Shariah regarding the use of perfumes or deodorants containing alcohol? Is it Halal, Makrooh, or Haram? 27 Aug 2000
Is it permissible to buy and sell stocks? 27 Aug 2000
What are the orders of Shar'iah regarding the chicken and meats cooked and served in Saudi Arabian restaurants? 27 Aug 2000
Is going to school (as in studying math and science) Jihad? 27 Aug 2000
Sheikhs and my fellow students in my school think that having worldy knowledge is Jehad. In the light of Quran and hadith what do you say? 27 Aug 2000
Are we allowed to eat kosher meat? 27 Aug 2000
About copulation 27 Aug 2000
When a woman is on her menses is it true she can not enter the Mosque or is it that she can't touch the prayer mat only? 27 Aug 2000
Is there a dua to invoke for something I really want? 27 Aug 2000
Does gravity exist or is it made up? 27 Aug 2000
Is ALL music haraam? 27 Aug 2000
Prayer without Rafa Yadan (raising hands). Any proof from hadith. 27 Aug 2000
Do you think our Muslim regimes are looking after the affairs of the Ummah? 27 Aug 2000
How can we improve as Muslims other than always doing our sala't and memorizing Qur'an? Can you give the do's and don'ts of being a Muslim? 27 Aug 2000
Is it permissable for a Muslim woman to cut or trim her hair? 27 Aug 2000
If someone takes a shower and has the intention to pray, is this valid wudu? Or must he make wudu before he prays? 27 Aug 2000
Is there a specific du'a or salat that a couple can perform when trying to have a baby? 27 Aug 2000
Is ones prayer valid behind a Ghair-muqallid Imam? 27 Aug 2000
Moon Sighting Announcements in Saudi Arabia Valid? 27 Aug 2000
Is it allowed according to Islam to eat the usual meat which is available in the markets of America? 27 Aug 2000
What is the procedure for a Christian to convert to Islam in order to marry a Sunni Muslim girl? 27 Aug 2000
Are men allowed to wear platinum wedding rings? 27 Aug 2000
What are, broadly, the main differences between the Malikis and the Hanbalis? 27 Aug 2000
surely magic in todays age, is just an illusion. how can it be regarded as Haraam? 27 Aug 2000
Alcohol in Cosmetics and Food 27 Aug 2000
Is it permissible for a person to disconnect the odometer or register the vehicle late (bought in 1998, registered in 1999) so that he will fetch a higher price on the vehicle when it will be sold. 27 Aug 2000
Is it permissible to attend and watch magic shows like that of David Copperfield? 27 Aug 2000
Selling Masjid Property 27 Aug 2000
Why is a women not allowed to attend a funeral? 27 Jul 2000
Entering tournaments with prizes for the winner
I have an insurance which is legal required. Is money from the insurance company halaal
Trimming excess eyebrow hair
Buying veg dishes made by hindus
Contagion Diseases
Can one marry the granddaughter of his maternal aunt?
kaffarah for missed fasts in ramadan
Is my marriage still intact?
How should a daughter react to her fathers shameless & immodest comments about her?
Daily Spiritual Advices - The lesson of loyalty from Bonus points & Voyager miles
Will committing sins wipe out past good deeds?
On Ashura do you have to fast on both days 9th and 10th or is one day enough?
the burning of Lobaan for visitors, Is this practise correct?
Doing work in Iddat
cameras and speakers in a room
Under whixh circumstances can a Hanafi pray Asr salah in the Shafi time?
Darul Iftaa - Investment schemes
Can Non-Muslims visit the masjid?
why is Surah Fatiha first in the Quran
Is it correct aqeedah to believe Allah grants us health and rizq first given to Muhammad (saw) then given to us through him saw
Can an Imam read most of his part in the first Rakaat a a little in the next?
How to work out mahr al mithl?
Was Rasulullah Sallallahu Alaihi wa Sallam called Ahmad in the skies and Muhammad (Sallallahu Alaihi wa Sallam) in the earth?
Reciting Durood and Bismillah before Adhaan
Is it permissible for an accountant to work in a bank?
Illegitimate Children
Is it allowed to Take any profit on Saving Certificates?
Is going to the stage of Mareyfat (spiritual state of Islam) the ultimate state of becoming a true muslim? Is it mandatory for every muslim to go to that state
My wife and me are separated for almost 25 months. And my 26 months old son is with her. She has also filed a case for maintenance for herself and my son. What are my custody and meeting rights?
if i travel to a farm 100miles away and i miss my salat wen i return home how much qaza rakats do i have to pray ?
My Nephew's name is Zayyaan, but i've noticed that there are girl's with the same name.Can it be Unisex?The meaning is Beautiful.
what is the meaning of the name Azmeena
My son is going to Egypt for Islamic studies. My younger sister who has no children wants to go with him. However I feel reluctant
How can a husband whose wife has died (and he's become her non-mehram), pray for his wife for 'isal-e-sawab'?
Why is it that Eid Fitr falls on different month in the Christian Calender? Don't Islamic calender have 365 days, 12 months?