Category: Fiqh and its Principles
Ruling on buying an apartment from the bank by instalments
Is it permissible to buy an apartment from the bank by instalments?
Praise be to Allah.There is nothing wrong with buying an apartment from the bank by instalments, on condition that the contract with the bank to buy the apartment should only be after the bank buys it from its first owner; if it buys it and it becomes its property, then it becomes permissible to ... Continue Reading
Muslim working in law enforcement in a non-Islamic country
I have a question regarding the permissibility of becoming a law enforcement officer in this country that does no follow sharee 'ah. Is it haraam to be enforcing laws that have not been developed by our Creator Allaah and His holy Prophets (upon whom be peace)? Even if it means enforcing laws on non-Muslims?
Partciluarly, is it permissible to enforce a law like punishing someone for speeding on the highway? What about allowing someone to drink alcohol if he is over 21 but not if he is under 21? Even though this is not Islamic, should a Muslim allow such behaviour among non-Muslims? Of course, Muslims will be accountable for these haraam actions in the Hereafter, but is it okay to let non-Muslims do this?
Praise be to Allah.If a Muslim is able, through such work, to fight evil and oppression, or to prevent or reduce it by using the existing laws which may contain something of justice and decency, then it is permissible if his intention is to seek the pleasure of Allah. He may do this work even if it ... Continue Reading
Omar Suleiman
Lessons
Since 2014-12-19
Personal Awakening Equals Ummah Awakening
The responsibility of every Muslim is so vital to contribute to success for the whole Ummah.
Muhammad Salih Al-Munajjid
Books
Since 2014-12-19
Ruling on celebrating the birthday of the Prophet (prayer and peace of Allah be upon him)
The commands mentioned in the Qur’aan and Sunnah (Prophetic tradition) to follow the laws of Allah and His Messenger(prayer and peace of Allah be upon him) and the prohibitions on introducing innovations into the religion are quite clear. Read the book to discover more issues related to the subject. ... more
Muhammad Salih Al-Munajjid
Books
Since 2014-12-19
Ruling on celebrating the middle of Sha’baan
Praise be to Allaah Who has perfected our religion for us, and has completed His favor upon us. And blessings and peace be upon His Prophet and Messenger Muhammad. In this book we are going to recognize Bid’ahs that have been invented by some people is celebrating the middle of Sha’baan (Laylat al-Nusf min Sha’baan) ... more
Muhammad Salih Al-Munajjid
Books
Since 2014-10-12
How to read a book?
All praise is for Allaah, we praise Him, seek His forgiveness, and seek His refuge from the evils of ourselves and the evils of our actions. Book is a close friend which informs us about knowledge and it is a propitious blessing to every Muslim. Enjoy sailing in the world of reading. ... more
Abu Ameenah Bilal Philips
Books
Since 2014-05-18
Islamic Studies 1
1.1 THE CATEGORIES OF TAWHEED1.2 THE CATEGORIES OF SHIRK1.3 SAINT AND GRAVE WORSHIP1.4 TRANSCENDENCE 1.5 THE PURPOSE OF CREATION 2.1 COLLECTION OF THE QUR’AAN 2.2 MAKKAN AND ... more
Abu Ameenah Bilal Philips
Books
Since 2014-05-18
The Evolution Of Fiqh (Islamic Law & The Madh-habs)
The overall purpose of this book is to acquaint the reader with the historical factors behind the formulation of Islamic law (Fiqh), in order that he or she may better understand how and why the various schools of Islamic law (Madhhabs) came about. ... more
Various Scholars
Fatawa
Since 2014-04-02
Wiping Over Socks at Work-Place in Wudu
As-salamu `alaykum. I work in a software company where the dress code is business formal. So, it’s compulsory to wear shoes. The thing is I have to remove my socks and shoes every time I make wudu’. I heard that it’s not necessary to remove socks for wudu’. Well, I'm not sure about that and its procedure. So, if there is any alternative to this, then, please, enlightenment me on this. Jazaka Allah khair.
By Sheikh Ahmad KuttyDear brother, let us first commend your question which expresses your strong passion to Islam ant its rituals, especially prayer, the second pillar of Islam.It should be known that prayer is the only act of worship from which a Muslim is never exempted under any condition as ... Continue Reading
Abu Ameenah Bilal Philips
Videos
Since 2014-01-20
In the Light of Islam - Growing the Beard
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Haitham Al-Haddad
Articles
Since 2014-01-07
Principles of Fiqh: Its Meanings & Benefits
The science of Usul al-Fiqh elucidates that some ahadith are general and others are specific, some ahadith abrogate, while other ahadith have been abrogated and are no longer referred to as conclusive proof for the establishment of ahkam. The science also explains the exact meanings of certain language usages and styles, the context of certain verses and ahadith, as well as how the Qur’an relates to the Sunnah. All of this helps us to truly understand the Quran and Sunnah ... more
Articles
Since 2012-12-21
Playing with Maqasid
Ijtihad is closely associated with the aims and objectives of the Shari'ah (maqasid). When speaking about the conditions for making Ijtihad, Imam Al-Shatabi included at its forefront, "to be able to understand the goals of the Shari'ah in totality" ... more
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