Islamic Ruling on Housing and Bank Financing
My name is Muḥammad Aslam Waṣī. I reside in the lowest part of my house where I have opened a shop, while my wife has set up a ladies’ salon. Because of these two businesses it has become very difficult…
Questions & Answers
Scholarly answers to contemporary and classical questions, grounded in the Islamic tradition.
Zakāh, niṣāb and social justice
Recently, I wrote an article in Urdu arguing that gold, rather than silver, should be adopted as the standard for determining niṣāb in zakāh. In response, the well-known Qur’an teacher, Dr Farhat Hashmi, forwarded the following question to me: Piyari…
Islam, freedom of religion, and human rights
السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته I have been asked to write a piece for my local university press & I am confused. I would really appreciate some guidance. They are asking me what a Muslims stance is on “freedom of…
How to teach children about Christmas
Assalamu alaykum Shaykh, I pray you are well. I wanted to thank you sincerely for your Sunday classes; I benefit greatly from them. May Allah reward you abundantly. I am seeking guidance on how to teach children at madrasah about…
Seeking help, crowdfunding, and mortgage
Assalamu Alaykum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh Shaykh. I pray you are well in sha Allah. I have a question. Can we apply for crowdfunding, or can we raise fund through such platforms once end up in financial hardship? Is it…
Clarification regarding collective rhythmic dhikr gatherings
Salam Shaikh Mohammed Akram Nadwi, I hope you’re doing well, in shā’ Allāh. I would like to gain a better understanding of a religious practice that I was recently asked about brothers in the community who invited people to gather…
Using interest money for payment of property tax
I am receiving interest income from my bank deposits. Normally, I dispose of this money by giving it to the needy without any intention of seeking reward. I would like to know whether it is permissible for me to use…
Parental rights and responsibilities when one parent leaves Islām
Assalāmu ʿalaykum wa raḥmatullāh, I have a question regarding parenting and would appreciate some guidance. A Muslim sister had a child with a revert. After the child was born, the father left Islam and returned to Christianity, so the couple…
Connecting with Lesbian Neighbours
Dr. Farhat Hashimi, the renowned teacher and preacher, shared the following question from a sister: Assalam A’alaikum, I am a single mother with two children (a 15-year-old son and a 6-year-old daughter) living in a government hostel for over two…