Is the death of the scholars, and the passing away of the righteous [ones considered] from [amongst] the signs of the end of time and the the [Last] Hour?
Category: Fatwa
Trials and tribulations are from the Signs of the Last Hour
The occurrence of much trials and tribulations, as well as [serious] incidents and jealousy has been noted during these times – so is this from the signs of the Last Hour?
Are children a blessing or a curse?
When children are upon goodness, is this a blessing [from Allaah]; and when they are corrupt, are they a curse?
When to take a bath on Friday
When does [the legislated time for] the bath of the day of jumu’ah begin; does it begin [after maghrib] the previous night, or after the fajr prayer, or [is it] after sunrise?
My husband does not pray
My husband does not pray, and I sometime wake him up for the salaah, but he severely admonishes me, and sometimes he [even] beats me. [So] should I leave him be, or should I [continue to] encourage him to pray, or what should I do with him? Please guide me, and baara-kAllaahu feekum.
Tawaaf on behalf of the deceased or the living
[Regarding] the tawaaf [around the Ka’bah] on behalf of the deceased; is it permissible?
To those who are preoccupied with the life of this world
[Could you please offer] a word of guidance to those who are overly concerned [and preoccupied] with gathering wealth, and [in doing so] overlook [preparing for] the Hereafter?
Exchanging congratulatory messages and good wishes at Christmas
With the advent of this calendar month begin the Christmas celebrations and festivals of the Christians. [So] what is the ruling regarding participating in their celebrations – either taking part or attending them, or exchanging gifts or congratulatory messages [and good wishes]?
Upholding your duty towards your children
Is the corruption of children [through poor nurturing considered as] a tribulation?
Displays of love towards my parents
Is it permissible to kiss the [fore]head of a parent if he only prays sometimes or not at all?