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Fiqh of Umrah - Part two
The Umrah comprises of: Ihram,; Tawaf,; Sa'ee,; Shaving or shortening the hair. As for Ihram then it is the intent to enter into the rites of 'Umrah and to dress for it.
Fiqh of Umrah - Part one
The Umrah comprises of: Ihram,; Tawaf,; Sa'ee,; Shaving or shortening the hair. As for Ihram then it is the intent to enter into the rites of 'Umrah and to dress for it.
The Family Line of Illegitimate Children
Children born from adultery are usually affiliated to their mothers and not her partner. Although another view permits its affiliation to the father if he has been given the mandatory punishment for adultery.
Compatibility of an Illegitimate Person
Most scholars agree that an illegitimate person cannot be blamed on his parents’ sin. If a man is born outside of wedlock and proposes to a Muslim woman, it is permissible to marry her if he is Muslim with good manners.
Who is the Guardian of a Muslim Woman with no Muslim Relatives?
There are 2 views on the marriage of a Muslim woman who has no Muslim guardians. The first view is that it is not permissible and she may act for herself. The second allows a non-Muslim to act as a guardian in her marriage.
Marriage between a Sunni Man and a Shia Woman
Intermarrying a Sunnah woman to a Shia man is not permissible especially if he is from the hard-line Shia as they are a deviant creed. Other scholars declare Shia as believers and they may marry Muslim women.
Traditional Marriage Not Registered with Western Authorities
For a marriage to be valid in Islam, the presence of wife’s guardian and witnesses is essential. Official registration is not vital although its absence is discouraged as it ensures the rights for both parties.
Artificial Insemination
Islam permits artificial insemination if the sperm and the egg are from a married man and woman. And any other situation like getting the egg from another woman or the involvement of a third party is forbidden.
Registering Births in non-Muslim Registers
It is permissible for Muslims living in non-Muslim countries to register birth and deaths certificates with the official authorities. Birth certificates are practically relied upon in proving parenthood.
Adoption in Western Countries
Adoption of orphans and children of unknown parenthood is permissible in Islam only to look after them and not affiliate a child to someone other than its own father as it is obliged by some Western countries.
Wearing the Clothes of Local People
Muslims men should follow the non- religious local custom as long as it is not peculiar to unbelievers or used to distinguish them. The Prophet used to wear the same clothes unbelievers used to wear at that time.
Greeting a Mixed Group of Muslims and Unbelievers
A Muslim can offer the greeting of peace to a group of Muslims and unbelievers providing that he intends it to Muslims. The Prophet used to offer peace greeting when he passed by a group of Muslims and idolaters.
Friendship with Unbelievers
Muslims are required to disown unbelievers for God’s sake without harming them. They just have to maintain good peaceful relationships. But taking non-Muslim as intimate associates is not permissible.
Exchanging Visits with Unbelievers
It is permissible to exchange visits with non-Muslims when necessary or if it will help Muslims to introduce Islam and giving some advice which is a noble purpose. The Prophet himself used to visit non-Muslims.
Offering a Greeting Other Than Peace to non-Muslims
There are two views on offering unbelievers a greeting other than peace or starting with an ordinary greeting. One view permits offering a general greeting. The other forbids to start by greeting a non-Muslim
Salah Learning: Muslim Prayer
Salah learning is a great way to learn how to pray salah! Whether you're an adult wanting to learn, or maybe you're looking for a way to teach your children namaz , a Revert/convert to Islam or even just someone wanting to brush up on how you should be praying - Salah is for you!
The story of Imam Malik - Part Two
The the life of the four Imam’s series, Hanafi, Maliki, Shafi'I and Hanbali.
The story of Imam Abu Hanifa
The the life of the four Imam’s series, Hanafi, Maliki, Shafi'I and Hanbali.
Adopting the Husband’s Family Name
It is a tradition in Western countries that a married woman affiliates herself to her husband family. In Islam there are 2 views on this subject, the first forbids it, but the other sees it as a way of identification.
Marriage of Convenience
In some cases a man and a woman tend to get married to obtain certain benefits. Scholars are unanimous that such a marriage is forbidden as it is not permissible to go through a marriage contract for false pretenses.