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Character & Manners
2,370 fatawa from 6 South African Darul Iftas on Character & Manners, part of Social, Media & Ethics. Newest first; every fatwa links to the page where its Darul Ifta published it.
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Character & Manners fatawa — page 37 of 60
- Ask Imaam27 May 2004
What I do now? My son becoming Hafez of Koran enshAllah, started 3/4 mths back. I very disappointed in atmosphere in masjid. Son was good mannered, now become rude, disobedient.
My son becoming Hafez of Koran enshAllah, started 3/4 mths back. I very disappointed in atmosphere in masjid. Son was good mannered, now become…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam26 May 2004
ans 2 Q 6619 the name Uthmaan means "small bird" can you give this name as a 1 word name or must it be a 2 word name , if so what names can u use, also is it advisable to give this name to a child.
The name Uthmaan is an appropriate Muslim name for a child. It may be given as a one word name. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam21 May 2004
Many timees I had a phsysical relationship with a Girl & was guilty of it, asked for repentence but still I am continuing the same.
Many timees I had a phsysical relationship with a Girl & was guilty of it, asked for repentence but still I am continuing the same. She is a not a…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam21 May 2004
My friend lied that her grandfather passed away to get leave from work. Her work friends gave money for the funeral. What must she do with the money? Is this a big sin?
It is considered a major sin to lie. Allah Ta'ala curses the liars in the holy Qur'aan. Rasulullah [Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam] states, 'A person…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam21 May 2004
Could a person bring you bad luck? Some one told me that some people can be 'bad' for a person, is there any reality in this assumption?
I know it sounds weird but I have been very ill since my fiancés father asked for my hand, and another strange thing (Allah knows best) It seems to…
2SOCIAL DEPT - Ask Imaam19 May 2004
Do we have to wear torpee for toilet?Sunnat Moakidah to do so?
Covering the head when answering the call of nature was from amongst the practices of Nabi (Sallahu alaihi Wasallam) `Âishah (Radhiallahu Anha)…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam13 May 2004
In response to your answer no. 11271 on April 29, do you have any reference (from quran or hadith) about this (oral sex) or is this your personal opinion.
Mufti Sb. I have a question in response to your answer no. 11271 on April 29. You have said that oral sex between husband and wife is…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam13 May 2004
2). Are you allowed to relax on the bed and recite tasbeeh without a scarf on your head?
1).Is it wrong for a woman to recite the Quraan Sharief or Yaseen, etc, wearing a scarf but wear a top or dress with short sleeves if she sits in…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam13 May 2004
The shocking pictures of Iraqi prisoners being abused by the Americans is causing me distress. I keep thinking about them (which makes me feel sick) and have difficulty sleeping.
1) The shocking pictures of Iraqi prisoners being abused is causing me distress. I keep thinking about them (which makes me feel sick) and have…
Mufti Muhammad Kadwa - Ask Imaam12 May 2004
what are the meaning of the following names, {AKIKUR RAHMAN} and {ABEDA KHATUN}and where do these names originate
AKIK = cornelian -a hard reddish translucent mineral, a form of chalcedony, used as a gemstone ARAHMAN = one of Allah's names Therefore akikur…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam12 May 2004
Seems Like Jinn Saya in the House...at night time they feel like some thing is pressing against their neck (feel exhausted and breathlessness).
My sister, brother in law and my youngest brother live in VA. USA. They have rented an apartment. They are experiencing an unusual situation there.…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam7 May 2004
Mahdi Dream Assalam 3alykom, This was a very blurry dream with confusing images.
In my dream, I saw big crowds of people fighting. Afterwards I realized that we were the army of the promised mahdi, and I was among those people. I…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam7 May 2004
Rights/responsibilities of a Muslim man considering to marry a woman who has converted to Islam from Christianity with a child from a christian marriage.
Searched the site and found answers helping but not completely answering this question. The woman wants to convert to Islam and will try to bring up…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam7 May 2004
Would you please let me know the meaning of names Adyan, Abyan, Shariq, Issad? Is Issad female or male name?
Adyan: - religions (the plural of deen= religion/ faith) not advisable to keep (standard twentieth century dictionary - urdu into english page 44)…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam7 May 2004
Fail to find sexual attraction towards women.How can I marry?
Ever since I remember I have felt not felt sexually inclined towards women.Since my childhood these abnormal feelings of not having normal sexual…
1SOCIAL DEPT - Ask Imaam3 May 2004
Bad behaviour to parents and bad dua! Help!!!i lose my temper.... Is there a prayer that can be said that will make me a better child?
Imam, I have a huge problem. I?m a 17 yr old teenager, and my problem is that my attitude towards my parents is not islamic. I argue with my parents…
2SOCIAL DEPT - Ask Imaam3 May 2004
1) Is a Muslim allowed to do bancrupcy if he can't pay off his debt? What does it mean when one sees Resul SAW in a dream and crys? 3)
1) Is a Muslim allowed to do bancrupcy if he can't pay off his debt? 2) Is it OK to listen to Qur'an from cd while sleeping? What does it mean when…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam30 Apr 2004
what ways can a muslim take another muslims good deeds? why is this?because someone said that if a muslim is wrong then another muslim has a right to take his good deeds?
what ways can a muslim take another muslims good deeds? why is this? because someone said that if a muslim is wrong then another muslim has a right…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam30 Apr 2004
Im an alima+hafida,a straight A+ good girl b4 i was traumatizd. Rite now Im facing a huge dilemma
Im an alima+hafida,a straight A+ good girl b4 i was traumatizd. Rite now Im facing a huge dilemma -b4 turning into a rebel, I excelled in all areas…
1SOCIAL DEPT - Ask Imaam30 Apr 2004
Husband is having an affair with another women...he beats her and comes home having taken drugs and alcohol she is now at her mothers house.
how can I advise a sister who is having problems in her marriage.her husband is having an affair and she has also spoken to this other women but…
2SOCIAL DEPT - Ask Imaam29 Apr 2004
What is the area to be circumcised for females?
Health activists claim that circumcising the clitoris decreases the sexual excitement that can be experienced by females. Also regarding oral sex;…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam27 Apr 2004
I want to know the signs wht is good and bad when we have a dream after the istikhara. As i had a dream and its full of confusion...
I had a pretty weird istikhara (predict). Hmm in my dream i see some white snow on some kinda mountain then I start walking so tht I can get off it.…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam27 Apr 2004
Please provide the Ahadith about Yawning and Sneezing along with pertaining Du’aas. Is the Hadith that Shaytaan gets into the mouth when left uncovered during a yawn Sahih?
It is reported from Abu Hurayra [Radhiallaahu anhu[ from Nabi [Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam] he said, ?Allah certainly, loves sneezing and dislikes…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam27 Apr 2004
Is it considered Gheebat if I talk about the inlaw issues with my mother
My mother in law is very unhappy with me. She just does not like me. At times she may say some things which are very mean . I do not react back out…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam23 Apr 2004
From what age should we encourage our daughters to wear hijaab?
MashaAllah we applaud you to be caring parents, concerned for the child's well being. Islam is a beautiful "way" of life. Imaan is a great bounty to…
2SOCIAL DEPT - Ask Imaam22 Apr 2004
Is it permissible for a brother to a approach a sister if you see her doing something which is unislamic.
Assalamualikum Wrbh, Is it permissible for a brother to a approach a sister if you see her doing something which is unislamic. For example, from…
1SOCIAL DEPT - Ask Imaam22 Apr 2004
How can we apropriately stop a person from doing bidat?
Bidat is a great sin. According to the hadith, bidat is mardood (no-good/ useless) it is gumrahi (deceiving) sharrul umoor (evil order); it is the…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam22 Apr 2004
Sex Toys – please clarify...Is the use of sex toys valid because the phrase “or those whom their right hand possess” applies to it, as that toy is bought and completely in possession ?
I recently read at your site that use of sex toys is permissible and was a bit surprised to know the answer. Please clarify the permissibility in…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam20 Apr 2004
I have a problem with committing zina even after doing tawbah. What can I do?
I am 23, not yet married and a university student. I have a problem with committing zina, fornication. I do pray my namaz, go in jamaat, follow…
1SOCIAL DEPT - Ask Imaam20 Apr 2004
My father is trying to cut me off with my family...What should I do in this situation?
I use to live with my wife and child in a joint family (my parents and 3 sisters) for 2 years, but due to many problems and disputes between my wife…
2SOCIAL DEPT - Ask Imaam15 Apr 2004
Is there a prohibition against whistling with one’s mouth or by using a whistle?
It is not permissible to whistle through one?s mouth or an instrument. However, if there is a dire need, for example, to call out at a distant…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam15 Apr 2004
what is the meaning of watching some one with some sahaaba preparing for a mission ?
what is the meaning of watching some one with some sahaaba preparing for a mission which includes some tasks and that guy who dreamed is also in…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam14 Apr 2004
What is the law about tweezing nose hairs? (in nostril and on nose)Should we shave scrotum hair and penis shaft?
It is permissible to use a tweezer to remove facial hair. All the hair within the nostril should not be removed as it is there for our protection,…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam14 Apr 2004
Is it permissible to make dua that someone who has hurt one deeply be punished in this world + what dua can one read to accept ones taqdeer?
Im 31.I was seeing someone for 2 yrs.I accept that this was Islamically unacceptable.Wr however planned to marry but often he would swear at me and…
1social department - Ask Imaam6 Apr 2004
Lost my mind and will to live - searching for a dua that will help me forget my pain
Asslama Walaikum, I am in search of a dua to help me forget a girl I have deeply desired for over 7 years now and can't stop thinking about. I have…
1Social Department - Ask Imaam2 Apr 2004
what is zina? is kissing smooching and hugging considered as zina? or is the insertion of male sex organ in to female's considered as zina?
kindly elaborate on zina, is kissing smooching and hugging considered as zina? or is the insertion of male sex organ in to female's considered as…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam1 Apr 2004
1. What is the islamic reason for men not to sleep on stomach and for women not to sleep flat.
1. What is the islamic reason for men not to sleep on stomach and for women not to sleep flat. 2. I am aware of making duwa after sunnat namaz with…
Moulana Muhammad ibn Moulana Haroon Abassommar - Ask Imaam1 Apr 2004
Do you know any duas that will help me to regain my focus on my career and life in general, to help me be successful in my professional studies and at work.
I am 24 years old and graduated from university 3 and a half years ago with a 1st class degree in Mathematics and Computer Science. I began a very…
1Social department - Ask Imaam1 Apr 2004
Is it permissble to shave the back of the neck / nape?What's the area that is permisable to shave behind .If it is halfway ear, this would look silly, as my hairline is to the bottom of ear.
It is permissible to shave the back of the neck, not the back of the head. The neck begins from below the earlobes. (Ahsanul Fataawa vol.8 pg.76; HM…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam1 Apr 2004
(1)-Please tell me the rights of others on me to which we say Haqooq-ul-ebadstarting from the most important to the last and in each tell what are my duties on them
(1)-Please tell me the rights of others on me to which we say Haqooq-ul-ebad starting from the most important to the last and in each tell what are…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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