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Haidh, Nifaas & Istihaazah

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Haidh, Nifaas & Istihaazah fatawa — page 35 of 35

Ask Imaam30 Sep 2000
What does Quran say about women in Politics as well as women being weaker than men in some instances.
Although, men and women are equal in the eyes of Allah S.W.T., two wome's shahadah is equal to one woman's. What is the reason for that. Many women…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam30 Sep 2000
I am a confining mother. At the end of my confinement it is compulsory for me to have a ghusl bath. Is it compulsory for the baby to have ghusl and read namaaz with parent.
The maximum period of confinement is 40 days. A female's period of confinement (Nifaas) ends upon the bleeding ending even if it is before 40 days.…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam29 Sep 2000
Can a Muslim wife adorn herself with lipstick, if it is worn only in front of the husband? Can other mahrams see her with Lipstick? Is the use of lipstick considered as imitating the Kufaar?
It is permissible for a female to adorn herself with lipstick only for her husband. The lipstick should have no impure ingredients in it and should…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Sep 2000
I wanted to know if piercing the ears,nose and ear cartilage is allowed.What about other body parts like the eyebrow,lip,navel or tongue?
Females are permitted to beautify themselves with earrings and for that the ear is pierced. The piercing does not disfigure and change the image of…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Sep 2000
Our religious teacher recently told us that ear-piercing is haraam. Can you confirm this? If it is true, can you explain the reasons why it is forbidden?
It is permissible for a female to pierce her ear lobes in order to adorn herself with earrings. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam21 Sep 2000
Dear Ustaz, what is the hukum of wearing a handlace with bells( like most dancers wearing on their legs)for a woman?
It is permissible for females to adorn themselves with any type of jewellery. Was salaam Mufti Ebrahim Desai FATWA DEPT.
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam19 Sep 2000
Is it ok for women to work outside home? I was reading a book on SINS and it said that a woman who must work to support family must work IN her home. Am I doing wrong by working outside my home.
.I do not work in a retail place. My job is a respectable office job involving social work but I do not meet the public. The people I come in…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam16 Sep 2000
Whose duty is it to support a widow's children?
I am a widow with 3 children. My son is studying at the Technikon, and both my daughters are still at school. I know it is not right for me to work,…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam15 Sep 2000
If a man finds a woman attractive, is it the devil who makes the woman look attractive or does Allah say which woman a man finds attractive?
Among things which Allah has beautified and made attractive, one is women. (Surah Aali Imraan) Therefore, Allah Ta'ala tests man by ordering him to…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam15 Sep 2000
Can women communicate with men over the internet for dawah purposes?
I have been to muslim chat rooms where you can hear their voices as they speak through a microphone. They say their voices aren't soft so it is…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam14 Sep 2000
Abortion, is it permissible to abort a child before the entering of the rooh (within two months). This is her 7th child.
This will be my mother's 7th child. She is 41 yrs of age, with tooth infection and weak bones. There is a great chance of the child being weak and…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam12 Sep 2000
I would like to know the meaning of mahram. Does this only apply to women travelling for Hajj, Umrah, or in everyday life?
What happens to a widow who has no husband, son, uncles, or brother, but has the finance to go for Hajj/Umrah? Is she not allowed to go or can she…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam12 Sep 2000
Do pregnant women still have to perform salat when her water bag broke?
When my water bag broke, it was at the time of Fajr solah. I performed solah Fajar before I went to the hospital to give birth my child . Am I…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam5 Sep 2000
Can young Muslim girls dance or sing in stages.
It is prohibited for girls to dance and sing. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam2 Sep 2000
If a lady had 7 days period, then, after medications, the period became 6 blood then 3 clean then 3 blood. What is her period now?
She was told it is her old habit (7 days) because of medications, is that correct?
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam2 Sep 2000
My wife sometimes have a vaginal discharge, does this break her wudhu or not?
The vaginal discharge invalidates Wudhu. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam2 Sep 2000
Is it a sunnah or a fard for women to put henna on their hands?
I want to find out whether there is a reference regarding this in the holy Qur'an or in the hadith. Jazakallah-Khair.
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam2 Sep 2000
Are women allowed to wear pants in Islam? Are women allowed to go to university so that they can become lady doctors?
I want to know if it is permitted for women to wear pants in Islam or if is it considered imitating men.I also wanted to know if it is permitted for…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
Can a woman dye her hair?
Can the women dye their hair with henna or dye it black, please advise, shookrun.
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
Does a woman not allowed to use safety razors to remove unwanted hair ?
A female may use a safety razor to remove unwanted hair. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
There are some people who say that putting on Hijaab is not Islamic, but rather Arabic culture.
They add that even Mariam (Alayhas-Salaam), the mother of Issa (Alayhis-Salaam), used to cover herself even though she was not a Muslim. Can you…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
I wish to know how a married woman can maintain her Twahara, without actually washing the whole head as it is discouraged by chemical producers to do so often.
Most women relax their hair to qualify their beauty.
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
We know that in Islam, Muslim women are allowed to slaughter. Can she do so even when Muslim men are available?
Yes. And Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
In one of the editions of AI-Haqq QA, it was said women are not supposed to cut short or shave their hair. Does it mean that the hair must be left to grow for the rest of a woman's life?
It is not permissible for a female to cut her hair. If her hair is long, she should look after it by plaiting it and combing it. and Allah Ta'ala…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
I am a woman who has studied at school, college and is now at university. Have I done anything wrong?
I have studied but in all those years I have not done anything that would bring disgrace to my family,honour or to anyone else to whom it may…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
Newly-wed wishes to live separately from her in-laws.
I am a newly-wed wife and still trying to come to terms with my new role andcircumstance. I personally feel that my husband and myself would be a…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
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?
Allah Taãla mentions in the Noble Qur'an, '(O Muhammad (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam), tell the believing males to lower their gazes. tell the…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
The example given from Sura 59 does not mean covering the face - a cloak only covers the head/body. Correct?
The above question is in response to one of your answers about veiling the face. I have never heard of any command which says the face must be…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
I read that one of the signs of judgement day is women being subordinates to their husbands.
Does this mean that women have no value in Islam?
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
Are women allowed to talk to men?
Is it haraam for a woman to speak to a non-mahram man if she has no dire need for the speaking? I understand speaking to men is allowed i.e. in…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 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.
My parents are against Islam and my being Muslim but they finally said that they don't care but they don't want me wear it because it's representing…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
I need help convincing my wife to change her mind from comitting a sin by having an abortion. Please help.
Allah Ta ala says in the Quran: Life is from a decree of my Lord. (Sura 12 verse 85) the above verse is self explanatory on the sanctity and…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
Why do Muslim women wear hijabs?
Why Women Should Wear the Veil? Women throughout the world spend millions of Dollars on facial beauty. Companies manufacturing 'beauty' products…
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
I need proof from the Quran about the wearing hijab.
Why Women Should Wear the Veil? Women throughout the world spend millions of Dollars on facial beauty. Companies manufacturing 'beauty' products…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 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.
We suggest as a first phase, get our articles on Hijaab and forward to them. And Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai Note: For articles, go…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
Can a Muslim view a female unclothed?
It is not permissible for a male to see the entire body of a strange female (Ghayr Mahram with whom marriage is permissible). The above ruling…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
Can a Muslimah not associate with any non muslims?
Can a Muslimah not associate with any non muslims? She is divorced with kids and this is what shes been told.
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
Please clarify the rules regarding wearing hijab. Is it necessary to cover the face also?
A: Allah Taãla mentions in the Noble Qur?an, ?(O Muhammad (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam), tell the believing males to lower their gazes? tell the…
Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
Is it permissable for a Muslim woman to cut or trim her hair?
ARE WOMEN ALLOWED TO CUT THEIR HAIR? Allah Ta'ala created the Human being, individually perfect - with no stigma of sin and in the best shape. In…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai

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Haidh, Nifaas & Istihaazah

By Darul Ifta

Haidh, Nifaas & Istihaazah fatawa — page 35 of 35

What does Quran say about women in Politics as well as women being weaker than men in some instances.

I am a confining mother. At the end of my confinement it is compulsory for me to have a ghusl bath. Is it compulsory for the baby to have ghusl and read namaaz with parent.

Can a Muslim wife adorn herself with lipstick, if it is worn only in front of the husband? Can other mahrams see her with Lipstick? Is the use of lipstick considered as imitating the Kufaar?

I wanted to know if piercing the ears,nose and ear cartilage is allowed.What about other body parts like the eyebrow,lip,navel or tongue?

Our religious teacher recently told us that ear-piercing is haraam. Can you confirm this? If it is true, can you explain the reasons why it is forbidden?

Dear Ustaz, what is the hukum of wearing a handlace with bells( like most dancers wearing on their legs)for a woman?

Is it ok for women to work outside home? I was reading a book on SINS and it said that a woman who must work to support family must work IN her home. Am I doing wrong by working outside my home.

Whose duty is it to support a widow's children?

If a man finds a woman attractive, is it the devil who makes the woman look attractive or does Allah say which woman a man finds attractive?

Can women communicate with men over the internet for dawah purposes?

Abortion, is it permissible to abort a child before the entering of the rooh (within two months). This is her 7th child.

I would like to know the meaning of mahram. Does this only apply to women travelling for Hajj, Umrah, or in everyday life?

Do pregnant women still have to perform salat when her water bag broke?

Can young Muslim girls dance or sing in stages.

If a lady had 7 days period, then, after medications, the period became 6 blood then 3 clean then 3 blood. What is her period now?

My wife sometimes have a vaginal discharge, does this break her wudhu or not?

Is it a sunnah or a fard for women to put henna on their hands?

Are women allowed to wear pants in Islam? Are women allowed to go to university so that they can become lady doctors?

Can a woman dye her hair?

Does a woman not allowed to use safety razors to remove unwanted hair ?

There are some people who say that putting on Hijaab is not Islamic, but rather Arabic culture.

I wish to know how a married woman can maintain her Twahara, without actually washing the whole head as it is discouraged by chemical producers to do so often.

We know that in Islam, Muslim women are allowed to slaughter. Can she do so even when Muslim men are available?

In one of the editions of AI-Haqq QA, it was said women are not supposed to cut short or shave their hair. Does it mean that the hair must be left to grow for the rest of a woman's life?

I am a woman who has studied at school, college and is now at university. Have I done anything wrong?

Newly-wed wishes to live separately from her in-laws.

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?

The example given from Sura 59 does not mean covering the face - a cloak only covers the head/body. Correct?

I read that one of the signs of judgement day is women being subordinates to their husbands.

Are women allowed to talk to men?

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.

I need help convincing my wife to change her mind from comitting a sin by having an abortion. Please help.

Why do Muslim women wear hijabs?

I need proof from the Quran about the wearing hijab.

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.

Can a Muslim view a female unclothed?

Can a Muslimah not associate with any non muslims?

Please clarify the rules regarding wearing hijab. Is it necessary to cover the face also?

Is it permissable for a Muslim woman to cut or trim her hair?