Family, Women & Children · Subtopic
Women’s Issues & Work
2,832 fatawa from 8 South African Darul Iftas on Women’s Issues & Work, part of Family, Women & Children. Newest first; every fatwa links to the page where its Darul Ifta published it.
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Women’s Issues & Work fatawa — page 66 of 71
- Ask Imaam26 Aug 2004
Is Laser Hair Removal allowed in Islam if done by a female to a female?
If your query is about pubic hair, it would not be permissible since this will entail a female looking into the private part of another female. This…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam10 Aug 2004
Is it allowed to go to stage shows where women or men perform? some men once came to the prophet (pbuh) and performed some sort of dance in the mosque.
One person told me that some people have this misconception that entertainment is not allowed in Islam. He quoted me a hadith in which it says that,…
Moulana Muhammad ibn Moulana Haroon Abassommar - Ask Imaam29 Jul 2004
What is Quranic guidance on Tran sexuality; Female is getting sex changed to MAN and will marry another female.
Assalam Alai Kum Please advise on what is the Quranic and Sunnah guidance on a very complex circumstance. As you are aware this is the new decadent…
Ml. Husain Kadodia - Ask Imaam14 Jul 2004
How to get Taqwa by controlling the tempatation which arises due to women ?
I am 25 years old and unmarried man, before i was in work of dawath i.e 2 years back, i was loving to make girl friends, watching movies and free to…
Ml. Imraan Vawda - Ask Imaam14 Jul 2004
Clothing and makeup for younger women: Is it haraam for women to wear a brassiere?Is it allowed to bear the feet, or should i have to wear some socks etc to cover it?
Is it haraam for women to wear a brassiere? An older lady told me it is not advisable as it highlights the shape of the body. Is there any ruling on…
Ml. Imraan Vawda - Ask Imaam29 Jun 2004
I would like to know what is the shariah ruling regarding women going to the cemetary. If possible, please give references from quran and hadith.
Hadhrat ibn Mas?ood (Radhiallaahu Ánhu) narrates that Rasulullah ? said, ?I used to stop you from visiting graves, (now) visit the graves for it…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam29 Jun 2004
are women supposed to make up the salaat they missed when they were on their period?
There is no Qadhaa (make up) for the Salat during menses. However, the Ramadhaan fasts during menses must be made up for. and Allah Ta'ala Knows…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam23 Jun 2004
Is it ok for a women or man to wear a pants and shirt if the shirt does not cover their bum? (Is the shape of the bum part of the male and female awrah?)
The form and shape of a woman?s entire body is awrah. It is not permissible for a woman to wear a shirt that does not cover her bottom. A woman…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam3 Jun 2004
is it okie,,if women dont wear there scarf in a marriege,,,if men and women,,,are in sepreated places
1..what is the meaning of the name Ferkhunda...2...is it okie,,if women dont wear there scarf in a marriege,,,if men and women,,,are in sepreated…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam2 Jun 2004
I believe that da'wah is a responsibility of every muslim, and I encounter many non-muslims on campus. My quesion is about making da'wah to women(I'm a guy)
I believe that da'wah is a responsibility of every muslim, and I encounter many non-muslims on campus. My quesion is about making da'wah to…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam26 May 2004
I am deeply disturbed by what is happening in Palestine and the following questions obsess me ...Is a Muslim allowed to kill unarmed civilians, pregnant women and little children?
Is a Muslim allowed to kill unarmed civilians, pregnant women and little children? Does a Muslim become a martyr if he dies in such a killing? Is…
Mufti Muhammad Kadwa - Ask Imaam15 Apr 2004
Referring to your response for Q10610, it is said in a Hadith that fewer women than men will enter Paradise, then how can every man have a minimum of two wives in Jannah?
Don?t understand the math. Also, please narrate the Hadith about fewer women entering Jannah.
Moulana Muhammad ibn Moulana Haroon Abassommar - Ask Imaam15 Apr 2004
Are female relatives aloud to talk to their nonmahram relatives whilst they are in complete purda just to keep unity among the family?
Are female relatives aloud to talk to their nonmahram relatives whilst they are in Respected mufti sahib complete purda just to keep unity among the…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam24 Mar 2004
Why is Chain Haram if it is not imitating women?
Assalamualikum. In my last question (11075: regarding the wearing of chains for men) you did not give me any hard evidence that the wearing of chain…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam26 Feb 2004
Kindly clarify the following for me: 1) Is it permissable for a single muslim woman to have a pap smear?2) Does this break her virginity?
It is permissible for a female to have a pap smear and that does not break her virginity. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam26 Feb 2004
Is it Sunnah to keep a female goat?
A person told me that our prophet (pbuh) had one as a pet. Also what are the factors that need to be considered while keeping it in house i.e.…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam22 Feb 2004
As-salaam alaikum! I would like to know the meaning of the Arabic female name Jazlyn. I can't find the Arabic meaning anywhere. Thank you.
As-salaam alaikum! I would like to know the meaning of the Arabic female name Jazlyn. I can't find the Arabic meaning anywhere. Thank you.
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam22 Feb 2004
Is it allowed for women to use kohl (surma) outside the house?
Salaamu?aleykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh ! Dear sheikh, may Allah (swa) reward you for your work, ameen. I have a couple of question. 1) Is it…
for Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam16 Feb 2004
What does one need to do if one gets a job as a customer service representative? Is it alright to speak with female customers with courtesy and politeness?
Also, there are many education majors like Public Relations that require to be a little outspoken and a good talker whether to males or females.…
For-Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam16 Jan 2004
I have recently been told that women must remove all body hair, with particular attention to arms and legs. Please let me know if it is in Hadith or Quran, & where exactly I can find it.
It is not necessary for females to remove all body hair. She may do so if she wish to. Obviously, the unwanted hair under the arms and below the…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam14 Jan 2004
when the quraysh migrated to madina, the ansars offered their half of their wealth, even thier wives. were women considered commodoties like property,that they could be shared like this,
Actually, what happened was that Sayyiduna Sa?d ibn al-Rabee? [radhiallaahu anhu], who was from the Ansar, had mentioned to Sayyiduna Abdur-Rahmaan…
Ml. Muhammad ibn Moulana Haroon Abasoomar - Ask Imaam8 Jan 2004
If men will be rewarded with a certain number of chaste partners in Jannah, then what will women be rewarded with?
While a man will get many Hurs in jannah, a women would be made the queen of Jannah. Her beauty will far outshine the beauty of the hurs. Umme…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam7 Jan 2004
Is it permissable for women to wear sexy lingerie for their husbands ? and in hot climates just wear lingerie under burkha ?
It is permissible for a female to wear such clothing only for and only in front of her husband. It is also important to take into cognisance the…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam20 Dec 2003
I know that women cannot wear a skirt but this palestinian work colleagues tella us that it is permissible.
Palestinian girl works with me and tells the kuffar colleagues that she will be going to chrismas party wearing knee lenght skirt..she says it is…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam13 Dec 2003
She says: men (and women) do NOT have to pray Taraweh, it is acceptable to donate organs, pay fidya instead of fasting etc. Also she says adhaan and is imaam at salaat ...advise?
What can we do? Here in LA area, Sr Maha, is an "Islamic scholar and teacher" to women, young girls & boys. However a few feel she is teaching…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam12 Dec 2003
i am belgian converted women since 6 months, can i celebrate christmas with family or not?
Your reversion to Islam is encouraging. May Allah Ta'ala accept it and keep you steadfast, Aameen. According to the Shari'ah (Islamic Law), it is…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam12 Nov 2003
Are women allowed to go to mosque?
I am living at aplace where there is tableegh environment at all.there are no muslims staying near to my house.i dont know much muslim women here.so…
Ml. Imraan Vawda - Ask Imaam6 Nov 2003
Can women wear pants in front of other women that are baggy and with a shirt above the knees?
Can women wear pants in front of other women that are baggy and with a shirt above the knees?
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam6 Nov 2003
I have heard from someone that a women's ablution breaks if men see their hair. Is this true and what is the hadith behind this ???
I have heard from someone that a women's ablution breaks if men see their hair. Is this true and what is the hadith behind this? I was also…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam27 Oct 2003
Hadith about Solomon. I need clarity. Please explain. Volume 8, Book 78, Number 634: 'Tonight I will sleep with ninety women,...'
Selam Aleykum. I came across this hadith in the internet: Volume 8, Book 78, Number 634: Narrated Abu Huraira: Allah's Apostle said, "(The Prophet)…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam27 Oct 2003
Can single women own property and live independently...Can I purchase property and live on my own?
I am single 26 yr old woman. I live at home with my parents and 3 siblings who are also in their 20s. I have a good job and can afford to support…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam27 Oct 2003
Is it permissable for a female to ride a motorbike. I thought there may not be anything wrong as the women in the prophet's(pbuh) time used to ride horses and that would be a similar concept...?
A female is required to conceal the form and shape of her body to the best of her ability. That is not so when riding a horse due to the unique…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam20 Oct 2003
My husband is addicted to internet porn. I have tried to confront him but my answer is that Allah Ta'aalah has created man with different needs from women. I feel cheated, HELP!!!
Jazakallah for presenting your problem to the institute. You mention your husband's habit of viewing porn and how this negatively impacts upon you.…
1SOCIAL DEPT - Ask Imaam16 Oct 2003
Are we allowed to examine female patients?
Assalaamu Aleikum, We are medical students in the West and are starting to see patients as part of our training. Are we allowed to examine female…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam29 Sep 2003
I need to know the meanings of some names and a question regarding women. 2. After a woman delivers, is she allowed to read namaz within the 40 day time period if she stops bleeding?
1. I asked you a question a month ago (#9313) about the meanings of the name Elsa and Manahil. I am aware that the name Manahil is mostly used in…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam28 Sep 2003
Can i sell female cosmetics?
I would like to know if I sell make-up, cosmetics and perfumery items of some European brand to my female colleagues at work and friends with a…
Mufti Muhammad Ashraf - Ask Imaam22 Sep 2003
If an unmarried women commits mastubration, is she still a virgin. Did she loose her hymen?
It is Haraam for an unmarried female to masturbate. However, she will not lose her virginity by doing so. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam18 Sep 2003
How can I explain to a non-muslim why a Muslim women must cover her hair?
I actually want this person to understand the logic of Islam and at the same time become more and more curious towards Islam. I also want this…
Sister Fadila - Ask Imaam10 Sep 2003
Will a Muslim woman get male companions other than her husband in Jannah?
1) Could you please specify what special nounties the believing, pious and obedient wives will enjoy in Jannah? The books I have read about Jannah…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam3 Sep 2003
According to islam, are women lacking in intellect as compared to men??
According to this verse: " And women have rights similar to the rights against them(ie that of men) according to what is equitable and men have a…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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