*Islamic Rulings

Question: Why do females get half the inheritance amount of males? Also, why are stoning, honour killings so prevalent today in the name of Islam? Were they common in the time of the Prophet salallahu alaihi wasallam? Answer: In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. As-salāmu …

On March 18, 2005 Amina Wadud led the first female-led Jumuah (Friday) prayer. On that day women took a huge step towards being more like men. But, did we come closer to actualizing our God-given liberation? I don’t think so. What we so often forget is that God has honored …

Sajda of Women When it comes to womens sajdah in the Hanafi madhab they are required to put their arms on the ground. It seems as this conflicts with the hadith of Bukhari where the Prophet forbade putting the hands on the ground like a dog. Please give proof as …

Question: Is it permissible for a woman to wear jewellery, socks, or gloves in the state of Ihram? Answer: In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. As-salāmu ‘alaykum wa-rahmatullāhi wa-barakātuh. It is permissible for women to wear jewellery, socks and gloves in the state of Ihram …

Nasihah (Advice): Salaah: Abu Hurairah (Radiallahu Anhu) reported: The Messenger of Allah (Sallallahu alayhi Wa sallam) said, “The first of man’s deeds for which he will be called to account on the Day of Resurrection will be Salaah. If it is found to be perfect, he will be safe and …

Reviewing hifdh during haidh Q: I am blessed to be surrounded by a handful of huffaadh in my home: my husband, father-in-law and sons. Honestly, I can’t thank Allah enough! There is always someone reciting, learning or listening Qur’an at any given time. However, as a beginner hifdh student still …

Question and Answer: Q. Slms is nose piercin allowed for a women (There may be grammatical and spelling errors in the above question. Questions are published as received) A. It is permissible. (Raddul Muhtar, Vol: 6, Pg: 420)   And Allah Knows Best   Mufti Suhail Tarmahomed Confirmation: Mufti Ebrahim …

Question and Answer: Q. I have started keeping my Qaza fasts that I missed in Ramadaan due to  menstruation. Is it pemissible to fast without having Sehri although an intention is made before going to bed. (There may be grammatical and spelling errors in the above question. Questions are published …

Question and Answer: Q. My husband would like me to pierce my belly button, he does not allow me to wear short tops and he is aware that at no point does my belly show. This will only be for my husband to see, is this permissible? (There may be …

Question and Answer: Q. Can a man give Ghusl to his wife after she has passed away and can he see her face? A. According to the Hanafi Madh-hab, it is not permissible for the husband to touch his wife’s bare skin after she has passed away and it is …