Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: What is the ruling of using soap during Iḥrām? Answer: Using perfumes and scents are forbidden during the sacred state of iḥrām. It is advisable to only use scentless soaps and or shampoos. If one uses a soap or shampoo while taking a shower or bath, that has a…
By Shaykh ʿOmar Subedār Definition of Zakāh Zakāh is technically defined as ‘the transfer of ownership of a specific portion of one’s wealth to a specific type of person for Allāh’s sake.’ Who is obligated to pay Zakāh? Zakāh must be paid by every person who is; A Muslim (irrespective of gender) Mature i.e. the…
Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: We are investigating a possible theft at our institution. Can you kindly define what ‘theft’ is according to Islam? Answer: In the Name of Allāh, Most Compassionate, Most Kind Jazāk Allāh Khayr/ Thank you for contacting Mathābah for your concern. Theft according to Islamic jurisprudence occurs when the following…
By Ustadh Abdus Shakur Great Rewards for Maintaining the Foundations of Islam The Messenger of Allāh (peace and blessing upon him) said: The foundations of Islam are five: The testimony that there is no deity except Allāh and Muḥammad is His messenger, establishing the prayer, paying the Zakāh, performing Ḥajj and fasting the month of…
Answered by Shaykh ʿOmar Subedār Question: I have a question regarding zakāh. I am a university student who has some savings through part time employment, and in-shā’Allāh I shall be graduating this year. I do not have a full-time job yet and I have to repay my loan that I have borrowed to study, which…