Social, Media & Ethics · Subtopic
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 47 of 60
- Ask Imaam17 Jan 2003
For about 6 years i've been ill, i've been diagnosed with serveral deseases, i've had 3 sugerys. I'm very weak...Can you advice me some duahs that might make me feel better?
i'm 17 years old, and im having a lot of health problems. For about 6 years i've been ill, i've been diagnosed with serveral deseases, i've had 3…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam17 Jan 2003
My father saw a dream that Sheikh Abdul Qadir Gilani said to him to call your son back to Paksitan as there is going to be some war etc in USA soon. What is the interpretation
I am in USA for my studies and attached with Tableeghi Jamaat. My father is in Pakistan and is of Deobandi thought. My father saw a dream that…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam17 Jan 2003
The dream placed me in a very dark room but everything around me had a bright orange glow. I saw my cousin (boss) speak(angrily) to me but could hear his wife's voice
Mufti, I have chosen to read Isthikara namaaz as I need to make a decision with regards to my career. I am currently not happy with my job and it is…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam17 Jan 2003
PLease give me the meaning of the name Ammar.Can we keep it for female and male both.Jazakallah.
PLease give me the meaning of the name Ammar.Can we keep it for female and male both. Jazakallah.
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam17 Jan 2003
My daughters name is Ala'a Razee Rahman, some one told me in pakistan that this is wrong name coz is looks like Allah when u say's, pls advise me.
It is correct to keep the name ?Alaa Razee? which means ?May Allah be happy with you.? and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam17 Jan 2003
If one’s boss/sir/hakim orders him for a task that is illegal in Islam then what should he do. Also what if the task is a minor sin and if it is a great sin
Working under a Hakim/Boss/Sir as Mahkoom/employee. If one?s boss/sir/hakim orders him for a task that is illegal in Islam then what should he do.…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam17 Jan 2003
What is the meaning of Bayeeyath? why do people say that the bayeeyath safe gaurd's us from all the problems
is this necessary to take bayeeyath,i strongly belive that allah is one & whatever may be allah is the one to solve your problems then why do people…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam17 Jan 2003
1) I need to know whether a person can read an english magazine while passing stools in the bathroom 2) can throw these magazines or letters with names like muhammed or sahaba names in the garbage?
I need to know whether a person can read an english magazine while passing stools in the bathroom 2.Also if the magazine has a subscribtion label…
Mufti Muhammad Kadwa - Ask Imaam15 Jan 2003
What advice would you give to the Muslims living in the Western Non-Muslim Lands?
MESSAGE FOR MUSLIMS IN THE WEST Maulana Syed Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi (Rahmatullahi Alayh) Your warm reception and friendliness is a source of great…
- Ask Imaam13 Jan 2003
I saw myself standing on the top floor of a huge pink house, which was built in the ocean. I was looking out of a big window and could see right to the bottom floor.
1. I saw myself standing on the top floor of a huge pink house, which was built in the ocean. I was looking out of a big window and could see right…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam12 Jan 2003
Is my name ok? Nazlee?
The closest to Nazlee is Nazal which means to descend, to go down, etc. Both words, Nazl as well as Nazlee are not suitable names for Muslims. and…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam12 Jan 2003
does my husband have a right to neglect me and my child over his family? My husband is always worried about his family and siblings.
He stresses so much that he takes his frustration out on me. He has even hit me over them. His family has called me names and he stood by watching.…
Sister Fazila - Ask Imaam10 Jan 2003
Madressa Religious Teachers approach to Chilren not correct Put fear into them They hate going to madressa Impatient and temperamental
Q: Muhtaram Mufti Saheb; Assalaamu Alaikum ? Kindly explain to us how a teacher should treat his students. What should he do if the students are…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam10 Jan 2003
Can u tell me if it is haraam to read sex stories with my wife in bed. (there are no pictures)
It is not permissible to read any immoral book to anyone, including the wife. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam8 Jan 2003
There is a name I would like to one day use for a boy. The name is “Deen” as in “religion”. Is this ok to use?
There is a name I would like to one day use Insha?Allah for a boy. I just need to know if it is allowed in Islam to use this as a name. Some have…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam8 Jan 2003
How can one repent from masterbation and know that he is forgiven? What is the punishment of masterbation?...
1.) How can one repent from masterbation and know that he is forgiven? 2.) What is the punishment of masterbation? 3.) How does one refrain talking…
Mufti Muhammad Kadwa - Ask Imaam8 Jan 2003
Meaning of reciting durood shareef in dreams.
I often have nightmares in which to some extent during the nightmare I am somewhat conscious and am aware that im having a nightmare, so I start…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam6 Jan 2003
What does it mean when you dream of a friend's death or a family member's death?
The dream of death is a reminder of death. One should always be conscious of death as that serves to keep one straight and upright in Deen. and…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam6 Jan 2003
can you please explain the difference between saying “Islam says be moderate” and “Islam says follow the middle way?”
1) can you please explain the difference between saying ?Islam says be moderate? and ?Islam says follow the middle way?? 2) Also, I have a hard time…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam29 Dec 2002
How to get husband to practise what he preaches? He wont let daughter get dolls but watches tv & music etc
We suggest you implore wisdom in persuading him on practicing what he preaches. However, you and your daughter listen to whatever he says, continue…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam29 Dec 2002
1. It is said that if someone says bad things or gossips about a muslim, then a person’s sins are forgiven. What if a non-muslim does that, are some of our sins forgiven then too?
1. It is said that if someone says bad things or gossips about a muslim, then a person?s sins are forgiven. What if a non-muslim does that, are some…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam25 Dec 2002
i have been shaving the hair on my testacles and i just recently read from one of the answers that you musnt what should i do????
Q: What is the area of shaving the pubic hair for a male and female? A: The area immediately under the navel is not to be shaven. The area of…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam24 Dec 2002
We intend to name our baby boy 'Zaidaan', could u pls tell us the meaning and if a suitable name
Zaidaan is derived from the root word ?Zeeda? which means to increase ? in respect, honour, wealth, health, etc. It is a suitable name. and Allah…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam24 Dec 2002
dream - was walking with sister-in-law, decided to ask this relative about what would happen to both of them in the Akhirah. The relative replied that both of them were destined for Hell
Recently a friend of mine had a dream after which she has become extremely worried that she may be destined to Hell. Can you please give some much…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam23 Dec 2002
What is the meaning of the name Rookyia Is it a good name to have. One of your e mails had Ruqyah meaning Taweez
Please advise correct spelling and meaning. Assalaamu Alaikum
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam20 Dec 2002
mother x has a son that is sick from birth and is quite old and stayed his whole life with her and she looks after him and has to shave him by his private parts as he can not do it himself
We advise that growth of the unwanted hair of the disabled son be eliminated by some means. If that is not possible, then request a male to remove…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam20 Dec 2002
asl i would like to ask about the ruling of shaving by the private parts and how long must that hair be for the namaaz to be invalid.
Q: What is the area of shaving the pubic hair for a male and female? A: The area immediately under the navel is not to be shaven. The area of…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam18 Dec 2002
smoking in bathroom halal? Marijuana halal for recreational purposes?
Salaam my name is moonshine. I have a problem with smoking; I?m only 16yrs and smoke everyday. My mom gets mad so I now smoke in the bathroom so…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam18 Dec 2002
I need to know the meaning of the name HAFEEFA
Hafeefa originates from Haffa which means to encircle or encompass. Thus, the meaning of the name could be one who encompassed many good qualities.…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam14 Dec 2002
Is it permissible to host a 'Bismillah' or 'Ameen' for a child?
Is it permissible to celebrate a 'Bismillah' upon the birth of a child or an 'Ameen' upon completion of the Qur'an by a child. I am aware that this…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam12 Dec 2002
I love my husband, I can’t imagine my life without him. I have this feeling that something bad is going to happen and lose him, every dream I have and word I hear I interpreted in a pessimistic way
is there any prayer for this to help me? I love my husband so much, and I can?t imagine my life without him. Lately I have this feelings…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam5 Dec 2002
According to my understanding Yazid was the man who killed the grandson of the Prophet (s.a.w).Is this name therefore allowed?
I know of some muslims who are named Yazid. Considering the person who it is attributed to in Islamic history are we allowed to use this name as…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam5 Dec 2002
BPD query - I’m diagnosed with borderline personality disorder…there are many aspects of this disorder that bothers me but right now I’d like to discuss just about changing feelings and moods
1) I?m diagnosed with borderline personality disorder?there are many aspects of this disorder that bothers me but right now I?d like to discuss just…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam5 Dec 2002
Please advise us of the meaning of the name "Raumaan" and if possible details of the sahabi (R.A
Assalumu alaikum Mufti. My wife and I wish to name our son "Raumaan", a name we found in a book of muslim names written by Mufti Taqi Usmaani's son.…
Moulana Imraan Vawda - Ask Imaam5 Dec 2002
7281-Most of the Muslim countries are so poor; it does not have the proper educational infrastructure for higher studies, some of us have to take the risk for greater cause.
Referring to question no.7281, I encounter one question myself; if we only study Deeni matters, (I am not saying we are not going to study Deen). We…
Mufti Muhammad Kadwa - Ask Imaam5 Dec 2002
In what types of situations should one pray Istikharah? as soon as possible or nearing the time of his decision and how do you pray it?
If someone wants to decide what to do at the end of his college year, there are many options all of which are for the cause of Islam but he does not…
Mufti Muhammad Kadwa - Ask Imaam5 Dec 2002
Is it alright to let my children use their left hand to eat/drink, write, etc.? How can I become an Alima?
AssalamAlaikum Mufti Saheb. Two of my children are naturally left handed and they eat, write, reach first with their left hands. 1.) Is it haram for…
Mufti Muhammad Kadwa - Ask Imaam4 Dec 2002
1) My husband wants me to lose weight. I am breast-feeding. if I don’t eat a lot, I don’t get milk. Now I am thinking I want him to start on formula milk. Please tell me what I should give priority to
1) My husband wants me to loose weight. I am breast-feeding. I have noticed that if I don?t eat a lot, I don?t get milk. Now I am thinking I want…
Mufti Muhammad Kadwa - Ask Imaam3 Dec 2002
Is it permissable to read quran while driving eg. wazifas an duas while driving home from the musjid.?
Yes, it is permissible to recite from memory, if one is driving. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Moulana Imraan Vawda FATWA DEPT.
Moulana Imraan Vawda - Ask Imaam30 Nov 2002
I would like to know the meaning of my name Asif Iqbal, and is it an Islamic name.
Iqbaal Prosperity; good fortune; luck; success; felicity; blessings. Aasif Name of a courtier in the kingdom of Sulaimaan alayhissalaam who was…
Moulana Imraan Vawda
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