Mufti / signatory

Ml. Ismail Moosa

114 fatawa · Answered 114

AskImam · 112Jamiat KZN · 2

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Fatawa

  1. Is Mawlud permissible? Is it Ok to kiss the feet of pious people?AskImam · 6 Sep 2025
  2. Hudod of the Masjid al Haram for I'tikaaf?AskImam · 29 Mar 2024
  3. What is the proof of taqleed shaksi i.e. that you have to follow ONLY one scholar/imam.AskImam · 8 Jun 2020
  4. Folding Clothes in SalaahJamiat KZN · 6 Feb 2019
  5. Can I give a Quran to a non-Muslim? (2/2)Jamiat KZN · 20 Oct 2017
  6. SAYING YAZEED "Rahmatullahi Alaih"?AskImam · 6 Oct 2016
  7. 1) Is recitation of Quran and feeding on behalf of deceased permissible? 2) Is celebrating Miladun Nabi permissible?AskImam · 7 Apr 2015
  8. What are the questions that will be asked in the grave? Can one follow the ideologies of the Shias?AskImam · 29 Dec 2010
  9. Some scholars are using the Hadith in Bukhaari that says when Fitnah spreads then the person should leave everyone and go to the mountains with his sheep and stay there even if he has to eat from the roots of trees. Therefore some scholars have gone to the mountains (farms) isolatingAskImam · 16 Apr 2010
  10. Who are Qutubs and Abdaals? Could you please give some detail view from the Ahl Sunnah point of view.AskImam · 1 Apr 2010
  11. Q1)During haj time if the wajibat are not done in sequence ...Q2)On the 10th of Zul hijjah is it permissible to do rami in the evening?AskImam · 16 Nov 2009
  12. Could you please explain briefly why gambling is not permitted in Islam.AskImam · 4 Nov 2009
  13. 1. Is the head of Husain r.a burried in Cairo? , 2. Is it permissible to drink Camel urine? 3. What if camel urine falls on clothes, will it be pure?AskImam · 1 Nov 2009
  14. Could you confirm if there is an opinion of permissibility on crabs as per your Fatwa # 18321?AskImam · 1 Nov 2009
  15. I am a reconvert to Islam from Europe. I currently visit my parents on a regular basis once in two months, where I stay a complete week-end and then leave again....Is it permissible for me to sit and eat at a table with my parents where haram (e.g. alcohol) is served?AskImam · 16 Oct 2009
  16. I had to inevitably take a 4 yr Bank Loan to find an accomodation in my home town. I am also working at a Software Company. My question is, since I am already paying high...AskImam · 12 Oct 2009
  17. This is in continuation to my question which was replied through "Fatwa ID: 18146 _ category: Marriage ( Nikah) Date: 28th July 2009". need further clarification...AskImam · 12 Oct 2009
  18. Can i write Quran with my left hand?AskImam · 24 Aug 2009
  19. If you are not sure of the partner you intend marrying, it is allowed to get 'married' without consumating the marriage in order to get to know the spouse. If you do not get along,...AskImam · 24 Aug 2009
  20. I want to know whether this incident has any reference in sahi hadith or any other authentic islamic book!..AskImam · 24 Aug 2009
  21. A christian family has a child. Later on, they divorce and the woman accepts islam and remarries. Should the child from her first marriage be considered a Muslim (it is a 5 years...AskImam · 14 Aug 2009
  22. What does the word Rahman mean?AskImam · 6 Jul 2009
  23. I have received a box of chocolates as a gift. One of the ingredients is Alcohol....AskImam · 24 Jun 2009
  24. My husband drinks alcohol and he beats me upAskImam · 14 Jun 2009
  25. I was keeping a qadhaa roza and at about 11am I got my period, subsequently I broke my fast, do I have to keep qadhaa of this qadhaa? (I had 6 qadhaa rozas before I started keeping this one, so will I now have six or seven?)AskImam · 8 Jun 2009
  26. I served a written three time notice of divorce to my wife on date March 07, 2007. I got married for the 2nd time on date April 28, 2007.AskImam · 6 Jun 2009
  27. can one say women will be lower class citizens in Jannah?AskImam · 3 Jun 2009
  28. I am a new Muslim. I live in a native village in the northern slope of Alaska. Ihave no access to an imam or a shaikh. I ma in desperate need of some definate answers. Out of nowhere my sister was diagnosed with cancer. SHe is refusing to have chemotherapy...AskImam · 3 Jun 2009
  29. Corruption and fornication will be widespreadAskImam · 26 May 2009
  30. My father who was passed away three years before and he has left property behind him. Before 3 months of his death he has declared his intention verbally in front of we two..AskImam · 26 May 2009
  31. Brother, I was readiing you reply on Tassauf in question 17519, I have just a basic question in this regard. Does what you mentioning about tariqah etc, has any authentic proof..AskImam · 25 May 2009
  32. I have received an e-mail below from a friend which I require clarification regarding the use of the term Maulana for our learned scholars. I have always thought that the word “Moulana “meant guide and as the Alims are our guide the term was appropriate.AskImam · 25 May 2009
  33. Can she ask for divorce because her husband is not on the same understanding level?AskImam · 12 May 2009
  34. Jamood in taqleedAskImam · 8 Apr 2009
  35. I would like to know what should we do with the Islamic newsletters after we have read it.Some of these newsletters contain Quranic verses and others Hadith.Also i would like to...AskImam · 24 Mar 2009
  36. We have come across this Kitaab of Jarh Wat-Ta'deel and what has been mentioned regarding Imaam Abu Hanifa (RA) is disturbing, so could Mufti saheb please answer the following questions:-AskImam · 23 Mar 2009
  37. I would like to know what is the ruling regarding bowing as a sign of respect during training for martial arts. Should I take my son out of his martial arts class if they refuse him leniency?AskImam · 4 Mar 2009
  38. Is it Sunnah to taste a tip of salt before a meal , I was told that Prophet Muhammad (Salalahualaiwasalam) had a habit of tasting a tip of salt before meal...AskImam · 27 Feb 2009
  39. our masjid had invited a former Imam of one of the Masjids of our city who hails from Eygypt and studied in Alhazar. Something promted this individual to ask this Imam his divorce situation. So this Imam told him there is no divorce in anger. (la talaqa fil ighlaaq).AskImam · 24 Feb 2009
  40. What is the ruling on clapping during School or functions? Can we use the title 'His Excellency'?AskImam · 24 Feb 2009
  41. Could you please comment on the fatwa on working in a conventional bank issued by the sheikh on the following link and could you please (if possible) tell me about the reliability of the sheikh.AskImam · 15 Feb 2009
  42. I have many friends in bank . And all say if you provide us respective ahadith and quranic verses and explain us logically which job in bank is haram and which is jaiz.AskImam · 12 Feb 2009
  43. the business that we have of to bacco glass pipe -- is that a haram business---because i think---- but not sure that if our business of sellings tobacco glass pipe is not halalAskImam · 10 Feb 2009
  44. 1) I wanted to know if me and my friends were to go bowling and make the losing team or the person whose score is the lowest pay for all of us considered gambling? 2) 2) I want to get married so I can stay away from sins but my parents want me to get married after I get a job (become a doctor)...AskImam · 6 Feb 2009
  45. Kissing the hands and feet of the piousAskImam · 2 Feb 2009
  46. There are many islamic internet discussion forums to be found on the internet many of which involve people who post and induldge in idle chit chat and joking ...AskImam · 1 Feb 2009
  47. So the real question is was the first marriage valid in Islam? If so was the divorce valid? And Is the seconD marriage valid? If not then what should the couple do?AskImam · 29 Jan 2009
  48. Picture making in IslamAskImam · 24 Nov 2008
  49. I would like to know how do you fast in places like the iceland where you have 4 months of darkness as we should fast from sunrise to sunset?AskImam · 24 Nov 2008
  50. In reference to Fatwa # 17293 about smileys or emoticons...Arent emoticon bid'atAskImam · 19 Nov 2008
  51. Is my income as a Taxi driver Halaal?AskImam · 15 Nov 2008
  52. These days, smilies are becoming increasingly common, esp. in forums and other internet places. Are such things halal? Do they count as creating pictures?AskImam · 9 Nov 2008
  53. ”Abdals and aqtabs”...Due to my lack of understanding , I was not clear on the answer of the second part of the question with the questioner had put forth . If possible , can you briefly explain the answer,AskImam · 2 Nov 2008
  54. "A time is certainly coming upon mankind when one who does not have the 'yellow' (gold) or the 'white' (silver) will not be able to meet his/her daily expenses". Authenticity?AskImam · 26 Oct 2008
  55. Today morning I had some dispute with my wife and in anger I said that "from now if you prepare breakfast for me then there will be a divorce".AskImam · 24 Oct 2008
  56. My question is regarding making an auth under the following circumstances:AskImam · 22 Oct 2008
  57. Masah on Sealskinz socksAskImam · 20 Oct 2008
  58. As mentioned in different ahadith regarding the qamis of Rasulullah is that its sleeves used to reach wrist (Shama il Tirmidhi), but as seen in Topkapi museum in Egypt is that its having half sleeves. Please clarify.AskImam · 6 Sep 2008
  59. Q: Does Qiyamah mean Judgement Day of when the world is going to be destroyed. How many gaps between the jusgement day and the day when the world is going to be destroyed.AskImam · 3 Sep 2008
  60. Why does the way of the Salaah differ among the four Imams?AskImam · 3 Sep 2008
  61. I have a property ,which i took on a loan and still paying the loan amount.Apart form that laon i haev some other laon also which i took for family needs.(sister marrigae.father support)AskImam · 3 Sep 2008
  62. I would like to know in details about your views on Sheikh Ahmed Hussein Deedat (Ahmed Deedat - in short)AskImam · 3 Sep 2008
  63. Barelwi Ulama say it is Makruh to have the trousers above the anklesAskImam · 25 Aug 2008
  64. How many Rakaats of Tarawih are accepted in Ramadhan?AskImam · 15 Aug 2008
  65. Lotions containing alcoholAskImam · 7 Aug 2008
  66. My wife goes and tells our bedroom secrets to her friendsAskImam · 25 Jul 2008
  67. I would be highly appreciated if you could advise the SUNNAH of covering the Head (CAP/TOPPI) in prayer and normal life as well.AskImam · 22 Jul 2008
  68. Is the appalling treatment of animals as per the finding of WSPA halal or acceptable?AskImam · 22 Jul 2008
  69. I would like to know is there any hadith or mention about people like us living in a world now days were so many haram things are now very common, people steal, killing, prostitution etc.AskImam · 24 Jun 2008
  70. What happens to Animals after they die?AskImam · 9 Jun 2008
  71. Using someones as referenceAskImam · 9 Jun 2008
  72. How do we offer Qadha Salaah which were left our during a journey?AskImam · 8 Jun 2008
  73. Can i be added an an heir to the trust fund?AskImam · 8 Jun 2008
  74. "My understanding is that alcohol by itself is not a forbidden substance - but the vast majority Muslims think it is (in fact, to be precise - the actual intoxicating chemical in wines...AskImam · 27 May 2008
  75. What is the procedure of home finance according to Shariah?AskImam · 15 May 2008
  76. Does Talaq happens with paper work only?AskImam · 11 May 2008
  77. Are we allowed to cut the beard's hair that have extended beyond the jawbone at the side of the face?AskImam · 11 May 2008
  78. Can we pay behind a Tijani Imam?AskImam · 1 May 2008
  79. We have realised the sins and are trying to repent and start all over as far as finances are concernedAskImam · 25 Apr 2008
  80. Property in the UK was purchased in joint names of husband and wifeAskImam · 20 Apr 2008
  81. Is this Hadith authentic - "Oh People, Ali is my brother, Ali is my brother!"?AskImam · 20 Apr 2008
  82. Can a Husband Fantasize about his wife while he is away?AskImam · 18 Apr 2008
  83. Can a Male wax his Chest?AskImam · 4 Apr 2008
  84. Translation of Jumuha KhutbaAskImam · 30 Mar 2008
  85. He sprinkles water on those praying Salaah. Is this Bid'ah?AskImam · 30 Mar 2008
  86. I lead salatul Jumu'ah at my college. because we have a small gathering sometimes people do not come on time to prayer, and I do not start the khutbah until there are 3 muqtada followers in addition to myself.AskImam · 17 Mar 2008
  87. With reference to Fatwa # 14343, how this hadith and the ayat (referred to further below) can possibly be reconciled?AskImam · 17 Mar 2008
  88. I would like to know, we operate in UAE, and have labours back from other country, is there any sharia law that married men should be sent home to their wives atleast 6 months?AskImam · 13 Mar 2008
  89. My question relates to inheritance. we are a family of 1 boy and 2 girls. Both my parents are still alive,alhamdulillah. When i got married, my mum...AskImam · 13 Mar 2008
  90. Is it still ok to have both manicure/pedicure?AskImam · 7 Mar 2008
  91. What is the Islamic view and ruling on my situation? Vis I'm not providing money for my family and let my wife do that.AskImam · 4 Mar 2008
  92. Reviving the Sunnah and Getting Reward of 100 ShuhadaAskImam · 4 Mar 2008
  93. Women in menstruation reading QuranAskImam · 2 Mar 2008
  94. Is Zakaat payable on Mehr..Can a muslim who is deep in debt accept zakaat to clear his debt...Is Zakaat Payable for a muslim who is deep in debtAskImam · 29 Feb 2008
  95. According to Hanfia School of thought , is it permissible to Dhikar in a chorus like fashion in a conglomerate of more than one people and loudly....Can i recite the qirat in Sunah prayer's loud for the purpose of geting Kushu Khuzuh...AskImam · 28 Feb 2008
  96. 1) Do you have to have wudu when handling a digital quran?...Can a Maazur be imam and lead namaaz?AskImam · 28 Feb 2008
  97. My wife would like to open a make-up business for women onlyAskImam · 25 Feb 2008
  98. I want to ask the folic acid given to pregnant ladies, is that halal. in Addition to this any food product having folic acid in its nutrition is that halal. I have read in one halalguide that folic acid in vitamin supplements or other vitamin fortified food may not use the vegetable source all the time.AskImam · 23 Feb 2008
  99. My husband was arguing with me he said main tumahain tallaq daita hoon,tallaq,tallaq.AskImam · 23 Feb 2008
  100. Usuli Shias and can dead people hear?AskImam · 23 Feb 2008
  101. I work in a professional environment and Alhumdolliah have a beard to the extent of a fist's size. The problem is some of the hair of my beard are very curly...AskImam · 21 Feb 2008
  102. Can a sunni girl marry to a shiaa boy. They are not kaffar. He pray and have good iman. Can you pleas tel me more about shiaa.AskImam · 20 Feb 2008
  103. The Dajjal would be followed by seventy thousand Jews of Isfahan wearing Persian shawls. (Muslim 7034)AskImam · 17 Feb 2008
  104. Is it permissible to regulate the flow of goods and services in order to obtain a premium on the eventual sale of those goods/services? (i.e. withholding stocks so that market prices may surge)AskImam · 10 Feb 2008
  105. Impurity transferAskImam · 10 Feb 2008
  106. Will he die as a Kaffir if he died listening to music?AskImam · 6 Feb 2008
  107. I am a Adult Muslim, is it allowed to wear a semi preciuos stone in a silver ring. Please also mentioned how much of silver a man can wear.AskImam · 3 Feb 2008
  108. Borrowing Masjid Waqf propertyAskImam · 31 Jan 2008
  109. In this month off muharrum in india there is a practice where thy keep some hand shapes and finger shape thing which will be kept for 10 days starting from day one, on 10th day those shapes will be taken out ...AskImam · 28 Jan 2008
  110. Is it permissible to kiss your husband while you have whudhu?AskImam · 28 Jan 2008
  111. I want to get a car from bank. As you know I have to pay interest on it. Pls. tell me if it will halal or haram.AskImam · 25 Jan 2008
  112. I would like to ask what is the difference between halal, mustahab,mubah , wajib and sunnat. Also haram, makruhe tahrimi, makruh...etc. How to decide whether particular act is haram or makruh.AskImam · 23 Jan 2008
  113. If government of a 100% muslim country dose not allow face veil in government offices and in islamic collages what should be done?AskImam · 22 Jan 2008
  114. If he cant do justice between two of us and I don’t want him to divorce her, can I ask for divorce?AskImam · 21 Jan 2008