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Explaining Islam in Light of the Qur'an and the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ‎)

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Does “People Of The Book” Refer Only To The Time Of The Prophet’s (pbuh)?

May 18, 2011

Question I wish to marry a Christian lady of good moral. I am meeting opposition from my friends who say this is not permitted to me. They tell me that even though Holy Qur’an tells me that it is permissible this refers to Christians and Jews at the time of the Prophet (PBUH) and that […]

Filed Under: Other Religions, Q & A, Sources of Islam

False Love

May 16, 2011

Question I was in love with a muslim man only.He told me lie regarding his name and work. Then by forcing me he have sex with me.By telling that if he want he any girl will have sex with him but he love me. When i got pregnant he said not to call him again […]

Filed Under: Q & A, Social Issues

Wanting Divorce for No Reason

May 15, 2011

Question I have 2 questions regarding the issue of divorce. Having difficulties with her marriage ,a wife refuses to go for mediation or counselling first ,as is enjoined in the Quran(4:35) and just wants to ask for divorce. Should the syariah court ordered counseling to be done first or it can just proceed with the […]

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Is Writing Fiction Forbidden in Islam?

May 15, 2011

Question salam alaykum Allah blessed me with the ability to write fictional stories. Is fiction considered lying or an expression of one’s imagination? What about comedic stories, do they come under ‘woe onto the one who tells lies to make people laugh’? Kindly provide a prolific reply. jazakum Allah khayran Answer The Shari’ah does not […]

Filed Under: Islamic Beliefs, Q & A

What Is Mehr in Islam?

May 14, 2011

Question I want to know what Islam (Shariat) says about Mehr? what is its significance and spirit ?and why it is paid to woman(wife) What type of Mehr are there. Please explain Muaajal and Indultalib Mehr Answer Mehr is a token of responsibility that the groom gives to the bride. This symbolizes the husband’s role […]

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Leaving the Banking Industry

May 14, 2011

Question Assalam O Alikum ! I’ve been working in the Banking industry for the last 15years. Some how I don’t have a satisfaction from my life in the financial sector. Although I have a good progress in my career and in financial terms. Riba – what we know is forbidden in Islam, unfortunately the entire […]

Filed Under: Economic Issues, Halal and Haram, Q & A

A Lizard Fell On Me

May 12, 2011

Question Assalamu Alaikum…. My Question is, If LIZARD fell on the head or any part of the body, comes any harm or any problem. if fell, what i do? what says ISLAMIC SHARIYAT about this? pls give the answer based on ISLAMIC SHARIYAT. Answer We are not sure what the context of the question is. […]

Filed Under: Islamic Beliefs, Q & A

Prophet Adam’s (pbuh) Nature: The Difference Between Being Born And Being Created

May 10, 2011

Question Is there a difference in the nature of Adam and those from Adam; a difference between being created and being born? Answer Our understanding from the sources of Islam is that Adam (pbuh) was fully human and that there was no difference between his natural makeup and ours. Thus, he was human through and […]

Filed Under: Islamic Beliefs, Q & A

A Clarification Of Surah Al Sajdah

May 9, 2011

Question And We have given Moses the scripture. So do not be in any doubt about meeting Him. And We made it a guide for the Children of Israel. Al-Quran 32:23. Kindly could you pls explain what does this verse exactly mean and why do prophet (pbuh) doubt about meeting him? To whom does “him” […]

Filed Under: Islamic Beliefs, Q & A, Sources of Islam

Using Euphemisms In Islam: “Jeez”

May 7, 2011

Question Is saying the word “jeez” deemed as wrong? (as it may be in reference to Jesus pbuh) Answer The interjection “jeez” is indeed a euphemistic contraction of the name of Jesus (pbuh). Generally speaking, we are to refrain from calling out to others. However, this American euphemism is merely an expression of emotion. It […]

Filed Under: Islamic Beliefs, Q & A

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