Will a person be accountable for evil thoughts?
If a person intentionally introduces an evil thought, then he/she is accountable for that sin even if he/she does not commit the act, hence taubah is necessary. However, if it is a…
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Many years ago I stole money from my father.
The only thing you have to do is to inform your father, seek forgiveness and arrange to pay back. If you humbly seek forgiveness from him and Allah Ta'ala, your father will in all…
I accepted a gift of an item for which I have no preference.
Once you accept the gift, it becomes your property. You may then give it away, sell it or do whatever you wish with it.
1 My boys in a Darul Uloom were told by the principal: "This is my Madrasah.
We understand that the Madrasah was started by the Principal. If this is correct, then it is proper to say „my madrasah‟ regardless of outside donations. The Madrasah does not…
3 We were told by the Ulama that to wear a turban is a great Sunnah of our beloved Nabi Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam.
The turban is Mustahab. Undoubtedly it is Sunnah. One Sunnah should not be compared to another Sunnah. Whoever wishes to don the turban will gain much thawaab. Whoever does not…
How does one get taqwa?
The very basis of Taqwa is strict observance of the Shariah, adoption of the Sunnah, and perpetual Thikr whilst walking, sitting, lying down, etc. When this Waajib prescription is…
How can I control my mind for concentration?
Control of the mind is the effect of Taqwa. The higher the level of Taqwa, the greater will be one's control and concentration. To facilitate the process of gaining Taqwa, daily…
How should I combat an evil waswasah?
As soon as a fanciful notion develops in the mind, then without a second's delay lapse into Thikrullaah. Do not delay to allow the mind to brood on the notion which creates the…
Should a group of 5 have an ameer?
A group or a shura group may be any number of persons. It is not restricted to 5 or 3 or 10. However, regardless of the number of the shura, there should be an Ameer. The Ameer has…
I have the habit of fantasizing.
Most certainly it is a major sin. The intention makes it sinful. The niyyat is the determinant. If a person by mistake consumes wine, he will not be sinful.
There is a claim that Queen Elizabeth is a descendent of Rasulullah (Sallallahu alayhi wasallam).
Whether Queen Elizabeth was a descendent of Rasulullah (Sallallahu alayhi wasallam) or not, is known to only Allah Ta'ala. We have no awareness of the lineage detailed in the…
Is it permissible to break anthills to feed chickens live ants?
It is not permissible to break the anthills to feed the chickens live ants. It is sinful and cruel.
My stepmother has brothers and sisters.
Looking after your stepmother is indeed an act of great thawaab. However, it is not the legal obligation of her stepdaughter to maintain her if she has family members to support…
I have instituted legal action against a usurper.
The legal costs will be the liability of the defendant if he is the usurper, since he has constrained you to seek the assistance of the court.
Is it permissible to use the skins of tigers and lions?
Rasulullah (Sallallahu alayhi wasallam) forbade sitting on the skins of beasts of prey. The use of such skins can have the effect of the beasts on a person's character.
How should one respond to the Salaam written in a letter?
It is Waajib to respond to even the Salaam written in a letter. Respond either verbally or by writing.
What is the Shariah‟s ruling regarding transgenders?
Islam recognizes three classes of human beings: male, female and khuntha mushkil. Khuntha mushkil is a person whose sex cannot be determined. Khuntha is a person who is born with…
I have many expensive novel books.
No, you will be aiding in sin. Destroy the books. Burn the books.
A Maulana says that on the basis of an Aayat of the Qur‟aan the earth is flat.
The venerable Maulana has misused his brains. Qur'aanic aayaat may not be misappropriated to substantiate any scientific view. The Qur'aan is the Book of Allah Ta'ala for the…
I am a male who is naturally attracted to males.
You are fortunate to understand that it is a problem. It is necessary that you abstain from the company of males. Fear Allah Ta'ala. Just as normal males have to fear Allah Ta'ala…