Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: Are we allowed according to the Islamic law to give gifts (money or otherwise) to Ḥuffādh for leading tarāwīḥ in the month of Ramadān? What is the Islamic ruling of compensating a person rendering a religious service for the public? Answer: Jazāk Allāh Khayr/ Thank you for your question.…
Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: How is it to say “Aṣṣalātu Wassalāmu ‘Alayka Yā Rasulallāh”? Is there a difference when we are at the Prophet’s masjid in the presence of the Prophet’s tomb or away from the city of Madīnah, for example, in Toronto or Tokyo? Answer: Jazāk Allāh Khayr/ Thank you for your…
Answered by Shaykh Omar Subedar Question: There are so many organizations and groups in the city that offer Islamic courses, classes and lectures. How do I know and how do I judge which courses I can take and which courses/organizations will be giving me correct information and what should I look for in terms of…
Answered by Shaykh Omar Subedar Question: I have a frame in which the four sūrahs are written with glass paints. When we moved, it broke and I could not fix it. I do not know what to do. Somebody told me to remove the writing with some sharp thing and then recycle the glass. I…
Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: I have so many dense hairs on my chest, shoulder and back. Very soon I’m getting married, in shā Allāh. I want to look good attractive and handsome for my wife. I’m thinking of waxing or shaving some of the hair. Please guide me, is it permissible in Islam?…
Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Badāt Question: I was told that the meat of an animal slaughtered by a woman or child is not permissible. I would like to seek clarification on this matter. Your help is appreciated. Answer: Jazāk Allāh Khayr/ Thank you for your question. In response to your concern, kindly note the following:…
Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: I am hoping to get a clarification on what a Musilm parent’s position should be regarding Pink Shirt Day. Answer: Jazāk Allāh Khayr / Thank you for your question. Pink Shirt Day “Pink Shirt Day” is a campaign to raise awareness to end bullying and discrimination at schools, work…
Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: Why did the Prophet of Islam, Muḥammad (peace be upon him) have multiple marriages? Some haters keep mocking me at work regarding Prophet Muḥammad (peace be upon him). Answer: Jazak Allāh Khayr/ Thank you for your question. All Prophets (peace and blessings upon them) remain of high status, ethics,…
Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: I am a new Muslim and wanted to know why many Muslims use the word Jazākum Allāh Khayran? Is it a prayer? Are we supposed to say something after hearing it? A clarification will be appreciated. Answer: May Allāh continue to shower His blessings upon you. Your desire to…
Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: Is it wrong to say ‘rest in peace’ or to give condolences to family members and loved ones of non-Muslims who have just passed away? Answer: Jazāk Allāh Khayr/ Thank you for your question. Rest in peace is a du’a’ (supplication). Making du‘ā’ for the disbeliever is permissible with…