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Can one Imam lead two Tarawih prayers?
One imam may not lead two separate congregations for the full tarawih, as his second prayer is only nafl.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam PermissibleWorshipCan the sunnah prayers be performed sitting down?
Sunnah and nafl prayers (except the Sunnah of Fajr) may be prayed seated, though habitually doing so reduces reward.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam ConditionalMarriage & FamilySending Gifts Prior to Nikah
Gifts to a fiancée are permissible if they cause no fitnah, casual mixing or relationship-building before the nikah.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam ImpermissibleFood & IngredientsConsuming a sauce with crustacean-based ingredients
A sauce listing 'crustaceans' as an ingredient should be avoided, since Hanafis only permit fish from sea creatures.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam Requires detailWorshipHow many Sadja Tilawa have to be performed if one listens to multiple Sajda verses from different students?
A teacher owes a separate sajdah al-tilawah for each student's recitation, but only one if one student repeats the same verse.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam ConditionalWorshipHow to fill a gap in the row in front of you
Fill a gap ahead by taking up to two steps; more steps need pauses, as continuous walking invalidates the salah.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam PermissibleFood & IngredientsIs the Jus-Roll Puff Pastry Halal?
Jus-Rol puff pastry is permissible to eat; its non-khamr alcohol is acceptable in non-intoxicating industrial use.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam Requires detailWills & InheritanceDoes a Pension Investment Form Part of the Sharia Estate of the Deceased?
A defined contribution pension is owned by the deceased and forms part of the estate, whatever the scheme rules say.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam PermissibleWorshipBenefiting from Corporation Tax Relief through Zakat Payments
A company may claim tax relief on charitable donations, including disposed haram money; the relief is a gift from the government.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam ImpermissibleCommerce & FinanceTaking part in free bets on gambling platforms
Free bets on gambling platforms are not Shariah compliant and must not be used.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam Requires detailWorshipHow to deal with confusion in Iftar time
Maghrib and iftar begin at sunset; the site cannot explain the local timetable differences and advises asking local scholars.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam PermissibleWorshipIs it permissible to recite Surah Fatiha as a dua in the state of Haydh?
A menstruating woman may recite Surah al-Fatihah with the intention of du'a.
Reviewed by Mufti Asim Patel ConditionalWorshipHow much hair should be trimmed by a woman in Ihram?
To exit ihram a woman must trim a fingertip's length from at least a quarter of her hair; trimming the whole head is recommended.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam ConditionalCommerce & FinanceAre Reverse Auctions or Dutch Auctions Permissible?
Dutch auctions are permissible if the terms are compliant, the items are lawful, and no other Shariah rule is breached.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam ImpermissibleCommerce & FinanceUsing an offset mortgage with equal savings to the loan value
A 100% offset mortgage still involves interest, and even if no interest arose it offsets deposits against the loan, which is riba.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam Requires detailWorshipHow does a Musafir complete his Salah when joining Jama’ah at a Masjid?
A traveller who joins a resident imam, even only in the last sitting, must complete the full four rakʿat.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam PermissibleEveryday LifeWhat is the ruling for keeping a dog to guide the blind, hunting or security?
Keeping a dog for hunting or security is permissible, and a visually impaired person may keep a guide dog.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam ConditionalCommerce & FinanceWhat is the ruling of trading memorabilia coins with a mark up to their face values?
Collectible coins and notes may be sold above face value if they are no longer legal tender and are not treated as money.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam ConditionalCommerce & FinanceWhat is the guidance on content creation on conventional finance?
Writing about mortgages is acceptable if accurate, not promotional, and educational; avoiding riba content is still encouraged.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam PermissibleWorshipTo what extent must one venerate the Qibla direction during sleep and whilst relieving oneself?
A bed or toilet facing 169° is fine as it is 50° from the qiblah (119°); feet turning toward it in sleep is not blameworthy.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam ConditionalCommerce & FinanceEarning income from paid surveys
Paid surveys are permissible if legitimate and answered truthfully, but not if they promote prohibited products or services.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam Requires detailMarriage & FamilyWho is responsible to maintain a mature, disabled child?
The father is responsible for caring for and maintaining an adult child unable to earn; the couple should talk openly and support each other.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam ConditionalWorshipCan a mother carry a child in Salah?
A parent may hold a child in salah when there is a pressing need, using one arm; without need it is makruh.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam ConditionalWills & InheritanceDistribution of inheritance amongst heirs with mutual agreement
Heirs may divide the estate differently from the fixed shares if all of them agree freely without coercion.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam ConditionalCommerce & FinanceSwitch and Join Rewards in Banks
Switching bonuses and cashback depend on the terms; if a minimum balance or deposit is required, the reward is riba.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam Requires detailMarriage & FamilyConsidering the name Ammarah for one’s child
Ammarah (ʿAmmārah) was the name of some female hadith narrators, but no female Companion by that name could be found.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam ImpermissibleWorshipCan Gift Aid be considered as part of my Zakat payment?
Gift Aid cannot count toward your zakat, as it is the government's money, not a payment made on your behalf.
Reviewed by Mufti Faraz Adam DislikedDress & AppearanceIs it permissible to wear a watch with a bezel and hands made of gold for men?
A man's watch with a gold bezel and gold hands is severely disliked (makruh) to wear.
Reviewed by Mufti Asim Patel ConditionalWorshipIf someone says the water is pure, can I accept what they say?
Accept an upright Muslim's report that water is impure; if unsure of their reliability, use your own judgement.
Reviewed by Mufti Asim Patel PermissibleWorshipIs the blood residue in poultry pure?
Blood left in the veins or on the skin of a properly slaughtered chicken is pure; only flowing blood is impure.
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