Welcome to our Fatwa session!

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our viewers for sending in their thoughtful and important questions. Your engagement is what makes these sessions meaningful and impactful.

We are also immensely grateful to our esteemed guest, Sheikh Ahmad Kutty, for taking the time to provide valuable insights and answers, shedding light on key Islamic rulings.

We will begin addressing your questions, so stay tuned as we dive into the answers you’ve been waiting for. Let’s get started!

Question 1:

My family members wants me to wear a taweez (,from an alim) because of some of my complaints regarding supernatural condition.But that alim takes information from jinn and does other evil practices.

 The alim is claiming that taweez contains ayaats from the Qur’an.I have checked the inside of another taweez given by him previously and I have founded boxes of different shapes with some letters inside together with some arabic verses.

 Even if that taweez carries the ayaat from Quran, I don’t want to use it as the scholars differ in opinions regarding taweez. I know that alim is not trustworthy but If I tell my family members about not using any taweez or that taweez from him ,they will perhaps do very bad behaviour with me or perhaps they will forcefully make me wear that. taweez. I have tried to make them understand a few times previously,but they were not understanding me in any way.

 I know lying is not permissible. In this situation Can i use just a (amulet case) without anything inside? Then my family members will assume I am really using that taweez .Can you please tell me will it be similar to lying? I am also feeling like with this act I would be showing my family members false support towards their beliefs(I don’t know how much wrong things they belief individually) which is, i am feeling its disrespecting Allah. I am also feeling that if they ever get to know about using the amulet case only, they will assume that I am a liar. I am also feeling that wearing the( amulet case only) is like imitating kafirs and non believers.

 Thank you.

Answer 1:

One of the core tenets of Islamic belief is that only Allah possesses the absolute power to bestow benefit or prevent harm. As such, we should never attribute such powers to any creation.

Regarding the use of amulets or ta’wiz, two conditions must be considered: the inscription on the amulet and the belief in its efficacy.

If it contains enigmatic symbols, it is prohibited. However, if it bears Qur’anic verses or adhkar from the Prophet (peace be upon him), many scholars permit its use, provided the wearer does not believe the amulet itself has protective powers. Instead, the hope is that the blessings of the Qur’an, a source of healing, will be invoked.

Most scholars from the Hanafi, Maliki, and Shafi schools agree that this practice is permissible, provided these conditions are met.

Question 2:

Im married to my wife and i never wanted to have others womens, i wanted to know if InShaaAllah Allah let me and my wife go to Jannah togheter, could i deny the hoor al ayn? Could i turn them into flower pots or something else if i can’t decline them? I really truly only want my wife and i don’t want Allah to make me change my mind and force me into polygamy, can i make duaa for this to happen?

 Thank you for your time

 BaarakAllahufik

My wife dosent know i feel like this she isnt pressuring me in any ways

Answer 2:

Islam teaches that in Jannah, we will reunite with our righteous spouses and offspring. You can be assured that you will enjoy the companionship of your wife in paradise. Since heaven is a place where all our desires are fulfilled, your wish to remain monogamous can indeed be realized. Allah states that in Jannah, one will have whatever they wish and desire.

Allah says: “The Gardens of Eternity, which they will enter along with the righteous among their parents, spouses, and descendants. And the angels will enter upon them from every gate, ˹saying,˺ ‘Peace be upon you for your perseverance. How excellent is the ultimate abode!'” (Qur’an 13:23-24)

And: “Those ˹angels˺ who carry the Throne and those around it glorify the praises of their Lord, have faith in Him, and seek forgiveness for the believers, ˹praying:˺ ‘Our Lord! You encompass everything in ˹Your˺ mercy and knowledge. So forgive those who repent and follow Your Way, and protect them from the torment of the Hellfire. Our Lord! Admit them into the Gardens of Eternity which You have promised them, along with the righteous among their parents, spouses, and descendants. You ˹alone˺ are truly the Almighty, All-Wise.'” (Qur’an 40:7-8)

Question 3:

I will be having a boy in the next months inshaAllah, and I want to know is it acceptable to name my baby just as Fattah without Abd prefix as it is one of the names of the almighty

 Answer 3:

We can name children with names shared between Allah and creation, like Karim, Rahim, Hakim, and Alim. However, names exclusively used for Allah, such as ar-Rahman, ar-Razzaq, and al-Fattah, are not permitted for children. Therefore, if you wish to name a child Fattah, it should be Abdul Fattah instead.

On the etiquettes of naming children, you may access the answer linked below:

What Are the Islamic Guidelines of Choosing Names?

 Question 4:

what is the permissibilty of wearing a ring in the middle and index finger for men and can it be prayed with and what is the validity of prayer for someone that lets the garment go down his ankles with out pride?

 Answer 4:

Men are typically advised against wearing rings on their middle and index fingers, as these fingers are often in active use. Instead, rings are more comfortably worn on the ring or little fingers. Notably, Imam Muslim reported that Ali (may Allah be pleased with him) shared the guidance of the Prophet of Allah (peace be upon him), who advised avoiding rings on these particular fingers due to their frequent use.

Question 5:

we are going in Greece for holiday on a resort but they don’t provide halal meat can I still eat it if I say bismileh because my trip is expensive I love meat and I don’t like vegetarian food

 Answer 5:

You may consume meat commonly served if it originates from Christians and Jews. For further details, please refer to the linked answer below.

Is Eating Non-Halal Meat Allowed?

Question 6:

If someone loves a girl and has not married her in this world, and she has become someone else’s wife, that means she has married someone else, is it possible to be together in jannah?

 Answer 6:

I understand your feelings. Even though you cherished a girl and hoped to marry her, it’s vital to let go now that she’s married to someone else. Clinging to those emotions and longing to be with her isn’t genuine love; it’s more like an unhealthy infatuation.

As a Muslim, finding peace comes through accepting Allah’s will. The fact that marriage with her didn’t happen signifies it wasn’t part of Allah’s plan for you. Belief in qada and qadar, or predestination, is fundamental in the Islamic faith, reminding us that everything unfolds according to Allah’s will. This doesn’t imply we shouldn’t dream or set goals; indeed, we should strive for what we desire. However, if things don’t work out, it’s simply because it wasn’t meant to be, as it wasn’t Allah’s will. Embracing Allah’s plan brings peace and tranquillity.

 Question 7:

Can you please tell me will it be authentic for me to do the dhikr of rabbi jidni ilma many times consecutively everyday for improving my overall understanding and intelligence?

 Thank you.

 Answer 7:

Indeed, you can recite the dua “Rabbi zidnee ilman” as often as you like. To enhance it, consider adding these phrases: “Rabbi zidnee ilman wa fahman wa sidqan wa ikhlasan wa imanan wa yaqeenan.” This translates to “My Lord, increase my knowledge, understanding, truthfulness, sincerity, faith, and conviction.” This prayer was recited by Abdullah b. Mas’ud, one of the Prophet’s most esteemed companions (peace be upon him).

Question 8:

I love my father very much, he is a good man and has always done good things in his life. However he does not pray, and doesn’t read the Quran nearly as much as he should. I encourage him as much as I can, but I wondered if there is any specific dua or surat that I can read daily for my father to save him from the punishments of the grave for not praying.

 Answer 8:

Your father must understand that neglecting Salah can impact his well-being both now and in the hereafter. Let me explain the significance of Salah in Islam. This will likely motivate him to incorporate prayer into his daily life, bringing serenity to his soul.

Salah holds immense importance in Islam, second only to the declaration of Allah’s Oneness. It has been a fundamental duty for every prophet, from Adam to Muhammad. Salah is the key to success, as the call to prayer reminds us: “Come to prayer! Come to success!” Its benefits are profound, and here are some highlights:

Salah connects us with Allah, the Creator and Source of Life. Through this bond, we derive strength and peace. Prayer is the sole means of reaching out to Allah, which is why the Prophet emphasised, “Salah is the mark of distinction of a true believer.”

The Prophet described Salah as a “light” that guides a believer’s journey. Praying brings divine illumination, protecting us from the darkness of confusion.

Salah purifies our soul. The Prophet compared its spiritual cleansing to bathing five times daily for physical cleanliness. Just as regular bathing keeps our bodies clean, the five daily prayers cleanse our souls of sin, leaving them radiant.

Salah offers a unique opportunity to commune with Allah, bringing joy and happiness into our lives. We often seek peace and struggle with anxiety, but regular prayer helps free us from such turmoil, granting us inner tranquillity.

Salah is the path to paradise; those who pray are assured of salvation. Without prayer, there is no promise of redemption. The Prophet told his companions, “Whoever diligently establishes Salah will be blessed with light, evidence of faith, and salvation on the Day of Resurrection. But those who neglect it will be deprived of these blessings and find themselves among Pharaoh, Haman, and Ubay b. Khalaf—those condemned by Allah.”

By recognising these benefits and committing to regular prayer, we can find not only peace and strength in this life but also the promise of paradise in the hereafter.

Question 9:

I want to become an accountant but I have to sometimes record interest that’s already been charged but I’m not involved in the interest in anyway all I do is document the interest that the client paid already beforehand and I have to document for financial statements would it be permissible

Answer 9:

I see no issue with you choosing accountancy as a career. Your documentation of interest transactions can be excused, as you’re not accountable for them. This is allowed under a jurisprudence rule that relaxes specific strict standards when they become virtually unavoidable.

Question 10:

 I filed for divorce in November last year. It was a long process. The divorce was finally finalized. I had no contact with my ex during these many months. He didn’t sign the papers which is why it took so long. I signed in April, it’s been six months. The court finalized it on October 1.

 I want to know if I can get married in November or December?

 I came to know from a gentleman that since we had no contact for a long time, now we can get married if we want. I want to know the correct answer from you.

 Answer 10:

Since you have been apart for an extended period and have completed an irrevocable divorce, there is no need to observe the Iddah period before remarrying. The Iddah serves to allow time for possible reconciliation after a divorce and to confirm the absence of pregnancy. In your case, neither of these considerations applies.

Question 11:

From grade one to grade 12 can Muslim children attend Catholic School. Please explain.

Answer 11:

Many families opt for Catholic schools due to their strong academic offerings and values-based education. For Muslim students, preserving their Islamic identity is crucial, which may require seeking exemptions from certain religious services that conflict with their beliefs. Effective communication of these needs to school authorities is vital. Such requests are respected as they uphold freedom of conscience and religious tolerance. Schools should honor diverse religious beliefs, fostering an inclusive environment for everyone.

Question 12:

My sister and brother in law purchased a joint property with both money recently my brother in law is expired, they do not have kids and my brother in law do not have parents now his brothers and sisters asking their share …what shariyath say in this situation…Please advice …JazakAllah

 Answer 12:

In the absence of parents or children, his siblings are entitled to parts of his inheritance, which includes his entire estate except for his wife’s share of jointly acquired property. From his portion of the joint property, all debts, taxes, expenses, funeral costs, and any charitable donations specified in his will are subtracted first.

After setting aside his wife’s inheritance share, which constitutes one-eighth of his portion of the property, the remaining estate is distributed among his siblings. Each brother receives two shares and each sister one, unless they agree to an equal division.

Question 13:

I am second wife and we have 2 sons and my husband has 2 sons from first marriage. Everything we have is in my name and I have always worked and supported my family and have financially helped his first family. What happens when my husband dies – do his children get anything from the estate as it’s all in my name – I have my own business which started after marriage and this has provided everything we own?

 Answer 13:

Yes, your husband’s sons from his first marriage are entitled to his portion of the joint property, irrespective of whose name appears on the title. Furthermore, if he is still married to his first wife, she is entitled to a share of the inheritance. I suggest consulting a knowledgeable imam in the community to ensure these matters are addressed following Islamic principles.

Question 14:

I wanted to ask suppose I get a marriage proposal and the families meet and my parents ask me for my opinion but without knowing the person I can’t give any opinion right so can I talk to the person via chatting online (cause online there is no other person with us) or on call to get to know them by just asking the questions that I want to ask in a appropriate manner

 Answer 14:

Engaging in conversations with a potential marriage partner is permissible within the framework of Islamic ethical guidelines. Interactions with the opposite sex, whether Muslim or not, should adhere to these principles, whether conducted in person, over the phone, or online.

What is haram remains haram, and what is halal remains halal. Conversations with your fiancé should mirror any other interaction and should not provoke sexual desires.

Women are encouraged to uphold Islamic morals during conversations, as the Qur’an highlights: “O wives of the Prophet! You are not like other women. If you fear Allah, do not be soft in speech, lest one in whose heart is a disease should desire you, but speak honorably.” (Al-Ahzab: 32).

Discussions should remain pure and moral, ensuring that conversations are permissible.

Question 15:

my question is regarding my relationship with my father and how to deal with things. For the first 5 years of my life I was raised in my home country by my mum, while my father lived in Australia. We then migrated here Alhamdulillah and I am now blessed to live in a wonderful country. When we first came, I didn’t know my father so it was quite awkward for me. Our relationship has always been on the strained side. When I was little my father would physically and emotionally abuse me, constantly degrading me and making me feel worthless, however he justified his actions by saying that “I need to be disciplined and that is his right as a father”. I never argued back and stayed silent, whenever I used to cry after getting hit he would hit me 10 more times as a punishment. My mum did not like what he was doing, I used to hear her sometimes at night, telling him not to hit a girl but he was defensive and did not stop until I was 11-12. Being the eldest daughter, I have to take in a lot of responsibilities, but despite trying my best to be the best daughter and help out a lot, my father would yell at me and get mad at my mum whenever I sit down and he needs to help around the house. he says that a father shouldn’t work or do chores or even take care of kids when his daughter is around. I don’t understand, I take care of my siblings and do chores way more than he has ever done, my father cannot even do simple things like take my siblings to sleep or play with them. Its all on me and my poor mother who works restlessly being both the mother and father of the family. there were times when I thought our relationship was slighlty getting better and that made me really happy, but then he would do something and ruin the hope which I had. We can never have a conversation without him getting angry. The past few months things have gotten even worse. My parents relationship is falling down the drain which has had a huge impact on me. i had a huge fight with my father on our way to school, after after he threatened to kill me while I sleep and cursed at me because my sister made my mum angry and the thought it was me. I started crying and yelled at him. I told him that I still remember those days when he hurt me and that he shouldn’t be like this and how much its hurting me. He denied everything and called me a liar. when I left the car I told him that I hate him. after school my mother was kind of angry because my dad lied to her about what happened, I told her that he threatened to kill me and when she called him and asked, he denied it. he trying making up with me and I always feel bad for ignoring him so I just pretended that nothing happened and moved on hoping this won’t happen again. A few months past, we had small arguments here and there I can’t really remember but there was this one night where everything fell apart. I was praying my Isha and I heard a loud bang in my younger brothers room. he was getting hit my dad and my dad tried to throw a chair at him. I was soo scared that I cut my Salah and ran to his room and pulled my brother away. My mum was yelling at my father for what he did and my poor brother was crying sooo much I had to give him a shower and calm him down. While I was doing so, I could hear my parents arguing and my father said that “he has the right to do what he wants and my mum should be supporting him not taking his fathers right away from him” that’s when I couldn’t take it anymore. I started crying and yelled at my father for what he did, I told him that he cannot traumatise my little brother the same way he did with me and beat him up like he is nothing. he did not expect this and started yelling at me saying that I am a liar for saying that he used to beat me. At this point my mum was crying because she had enough of him. He never takes care of my siblings and beats them when he angry. The rage episodes that he has is terrifying that sometimes I am scared he might kill one of us. He cursed me in the same of Allah and said he wishes bad things fall upon me. my mum got really angry because he has absalutely no right to curse me like this when he was absent half of my life, and I am a good child who does not do bad things behind my parents back and respects them. It really broke my heart hearing those words from my father,I could never understand what I did soo bad for him to hate me to this extent. He continued cursing and saying nasty staff to me and my mother. It was soo bad that my mum attempted to self harm. I apologized for yelling at him but he said that from now on he is not my father and our relationship ends there. For the next few days he kept on cursing me and throwing a fit. My mother was very heartbroken and was considering a divorce but I stopped her because I genuinely thought my father was not a bad person, he just needed help and healing from past trauma if he had. My father is the type to think that everyone wishes bad for me, hates him and takes EVERYTHING literally everything the wrong way. It was get every frustrating at times but we have learnt to bear with it. He tried making up with me but I told him that I forgive him, I always have but I don’t want to have a relationship with him. Honestly I don’t have a choice. I am 15 and what can I possibly do but pray to Allah and seek for his help. please I am writing this because I have reached the point where I cannot look at my fathers face anymore, he has hurt me soo much but I cant write everything down here. what I find confusing is how even tho he hurts me, I always feel bad for him and try to fix our relationship and cannot hold a grudge. But now I don’t think I can live in the same house with him. I don’t want to disrespect him and get angry or yell but sometimes I can’t help but yell back at him. I know its wrong and may Allah forgive me. but it has reached the point where I cannot stay silent. What should I do?

Answer 15:

I empathize with your challenges and sincerely respect your patience in dealing with a demanding father. If your claims hold, he bears significant guilt before Allah for failing his familial responsibilities. The Prophet said, “A man is responsible and accountable for his family.” Thus, your father must answer for his neglect.

However, I urge you not to sever ties with him. Protect yourself, yet strive to honour him despite his shortcomings. Islam places great importance on family bonds. Your efforts to reconnect, even after he distanced himself from you and your mother, are commendable. If he persists in avoiding contact, step back but continue to make occasional attempts to reach out. Once you have made these efforts, you have fulfilled your responsibilities. Should your claims be truthful, he is at fault and must face the consequences.

The hadith about maintaining family bonds reminds us that this responsibility is mutual. While you and your mother should not cut ties, your father also has obligations towards you. Ignoring these duties is a grave sin for which he will be held accountable before Allah. The Prophet said, “No sin is greater than neglecting one’s family.”

I encourage you to pray for Allah to soften your father’s heart, for only Allah can change hearts.

May your prayers be rewarded, and Allah bless your efforts to bring peace and reconciliation.

Question 16:

I’m 47 and male, over the past few years I’ve noticed a growing inability to tolerate people making sounds during jamat salah. There is a condition called Misophonia which is not officially recognised but closely explains what I go through when people around me are making whispering, whistling and popping sounds with their lips which I find so distracting that it is becoming increasingly difficult to focus on my salah. There is some guidance now on the management of Misophonia, so I generally perform my prayers at home and wear noise cancelling AirPods when in the masjid but I do feel an irrational anger that people should not be whispering during their salah. Jazakallah khair for your kind advice

 Answer 16:

Due to your condition, you can use noise-cancelling AirPods during congregational prayers. However, skipping these prayers, particularly Jumuah, is not allowed. When attending Jumuah, you may wear such devices to block intrusive sounds.

Question 17:

 My question refers to guidance whether what I’m doing is rights/allowed.

 I’m a private person, I don’t share too much about my goals, my dreams, future plans etc, but something which I also do not share, is my relationship with Allah and my relationship with this deen. I do not like to answer whether I pray, how much Quran I’ve memorised, how often I read the Quran, what good deeds I’m currently doing and has the plan of doing. One of the reason is to protect my self from the eyes of others, but also to keep something so important and beautiful to my self. Allahamduliah, I’m 17, but Allah guided me when I was 12,5 years old, through a life changing moment in my life, my life would not have been like this if I were for bach then. I know that I’m chosen and blessed, and I’m super far, since I started practice at a early age, since I found Islam a a early age, since I loved Allah for this long. I’m also mature of my age, which adults have been telling me forever, and I do a lot of things which no one at my age does! Allahamdulialh! Mashallah

 And I do not share intentionally a lot, and when I’m asked I do not share too much.

 I just wanna make sure that it’s okay, so keep your religion private. If I have situations where I can guide and be of help to anyone, then I talk, otherwise I don’t share anything about my relation with god, and what it means to me, my prayers and how much I practice etc. I don’t want people to know too much about my life and me + Islam/god

 May Allah bless you!

Please let me know, when you’ve answered my question.

 hope you understand my question

Answer 17:

I appreciate your desire to keep your good deeds hidden. It’s essential to guard against hypocrisy and the desire for fame or self-glorification. However, in doing so, it’s important to consider certain factors to avoid breaching the principles of Sharia.

Allow me to elaborate:

Good deeds come in many forms, and while some are best kept private, others can be shared openly. Here are two key principles to bear in mind:

First, non-obligatory deeds are private. “If you reveal your charities, it is good, but if you keep them hidden and give to the poor, it is better for you, and it will atone for some of your sins. And Allah is All-Aware of what you do.” (Al-Baqarah: 271)

Another verse says: “We only feed you for the sake of Allah; we do not desire any reward or thanks from you.” (Al-Insan: 9)

A wise saying is: “Concealing actions is salvation while concealing knowledge leads to ruin.”

Obligatory deeds should be public to demonstrate commitment to one’s faith. Abu Ja’far noted:

“Announcing obligatory acts holds merit, except for zakat, where opinions vary. Yet, it is better to perform it openly, like other obligations.”

Exceptions to these principles: At times, it might be beneficial to display or conceal your actions, depending on the context, such as:

Role models: Imam Ibn Hajar observed: “Though the hadith encourages concealing good deeds, it is advisable to display them if one serves as a role model, inspiring others.”

Those immune to vanity: Ibn Jarir stated: “It is permissible to display deeds if one is free from vanity or pride.”

Ibn Abd al-Salam says: “An exception is made for those who display deeds to guide others, like documenting knowledge. If a leader or scholar maintains self-discipline, publicizing their knowledge is valid. For others, concealing deeds is preferable.”

Essentially, voluntary good deeds and acts of worship meant to draw you closer to Allah are best kept private. The decision to hide or reveal your good works and talents hinges on your intentions. If you suspect ostentation or a desire for fame might taint your actions, it’s wise to keep them concealed. In short, exercise vigilance and caution.