Religions

QUESTION: My brother-in-law has married a non Muslim girl and she has not accepted Islam. They don’t live with us. But visit us once a year. Should I maintain distance or should I present the best of myself in front of her since Prophet pbuh used to be best of himself with non Muslims. As this might change her mind towards Islam.

Character and Morals, Religions

18 Sep

ANSWER: You can behave in a respectful way with her to soften her heart towards Islam if she is a Christian or a Jew and you are a female like her. If she is of any other religion, this marriage is invalid and they are living in zina and you can’t accept or endorse such […]

QUESTION: My nonmuslim parents now accept my reversion to Islam and invited me home. But my abusive brother who is against our Deen and known to be abusive to all of us (mentally, physically, verbally) may react badly. Should I still visit, and how to handle it Islamically?

Character and Morals, Fiqh of the family, Religions

27 Jul

ANSWER: You can go and avoid any contact with him and no matter what he says, do not defend yourself or argue with him. Let him bark as much as he likes without replying to him so that you won’t give him a reason to attack you. Always focus on talking to your parents and […]

QUESTION: I live in the USA. Multiple expensive tools have been stolen from my house and other houses nearby . I now have video footage of my neighbor stealing the tools. Do I report him to the police? I’m muslim and he’s non muslim.

Halal/Haram Matters, Religions

24 Jul

ANSWER: Yes, you should report him to the police even if he were Muslim!

QUESTION: In Bangla, some da’ees say ‘Ishwar’ (used by Hindus the most, but translation of god in Bangla) when explaining ‘Allah’ to those who don’t know the word, or the word ‘Allah’ triggers their Islamophobia ( They normally still say ‘Allah’ ) . Is it allowed to use such words in da’wah to soften hearts? Are those DA’EEs out of Islam?

Religions

18 Jul

ANSWER: No they are not. Similarly, God is not one of Allah’s Names but we use it in front of NonMuslims so that they understand

QUESTION: In a video you said that we are Muslims, and Kuffar are kuffar because Allah Willed it so. So, Alhamdulillah, Allah made us Muslims but my confusion is, if kuffar are Willed to be kuffar, how are they responsible for their fate or why are they blameworthy? I am just trying to clarify my doubt/confusion, NOT questioning Allah’s decree.

Divine Will and Decree, Religions

17 Jun

ANSWER: Many so called Muslims die in a state of disbelief or uncertainty while some disbelievers revert and accept Islam. Therefore, no one knows what Allah has willed for them and they have to do their best to succeed or they will be destined to hell!

QUESTION: Is it permissible to acknowledge your birthday or someone else’s by thanking Allah, making dua for longer life etc, and going out to the park or to eat etc? Or would this be considered celebrating it?

Halal/Haram Matters, Religions

10 Jun

ANSWER: No, this is also not permissible as it comes under celebrating it.

QUESTION: Many non muslims in India look out for houses constructed according to `vastu shastra’ before purchasing. During selling i don’t know i can come accross such customers as well. Am I permitted to construct houses according to vastu shastra even though I don’t believe in it ? Vastu is a hindu belief

Halal/Haram Matters, Religions, Shirk and its different forms

22 May

ANSWER: No, this is totally prohibited! Why don’t you include a small temple inside the houses as well??

QUESTION: Is it allowed to show compassion to someone who has lost a loved one, even if they are not Muslim?

Religions

26 Apr

ANSWER: No problem expressing your condolence

QUESTION: Are we rewarded for having good characters with people in general (like non-muslim) or only with muslim.

Character and Morals, Religions

18 Apr

ANSWER: Of course you’re rewarded for your good behaviour with both Muslims and Non Muslims!

QUESTION: Lastweek, a family friend (Christian) passed away. She was so good to when she was alive. So can I add her name during my prayers that Allah forgive her sins?

Funerals, Halal/Haram Matters, Religions

17 Apr

ANSWER: No, this is not permissible at all as Allah prohibited us from seeking forgiveness for non Muslims even if they were your own parents!

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