By Shaykh Muhammad Badat Muḥarram One of those months of the four months which have been mentioned as sacred in the Qur’ān is Muḥarram. Muḥarram also marks the start of the hijrah calendar year. Due to its special significance, rewards for good deeds are multiplied; and at the same time, one should take care to…
Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: I am in the process of getting a job as a first aid responder/EMS responder with Bombardier. This is not only a private airport but also a manufacturing facility which handles a lot of paints, chemicals, etc. In case of emergencies, all EMS responders MUST wear a mask that…
Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: Dinner time for my family is when we all get to be together as a family. This is when we talk about the day’s events. However, I have heard from a family friend who once observed my family having dinner that we should not talk at all while eating.…
Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: Did Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) play any sports to stay fit? Answer: In the Name of God, Most Merciful, Most Kind Jazāk Allāh Khayr/ Thank you for your question. The Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings upon him) was a healthy, fit and active human being.…
Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: My question is that my engagement is done, having all the formalities except the nikāh. Can I talk with my fiancé on phone or SMS (text message)? In Islam, is it permissible for me or not? Answer: In the Name of God, Most Merciful, Most Kind Jazāk Allāh Khayr/…
Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: Is it permissible for men to wear short pants? Answer: In the Name of God, Most Merciful, Most Kind Jazāk Allāh Khayr/ Thank you for your question. Islamically, it is permissible to wear short pants. However if one is in public in the presence of non-maḥrams, then the short…
Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: I have heard differences of opinion regarding the length of trousers [or pants] that men are required to keep them above the ankles. However, is it permitted to simply fold our trousers upward? I do this on a regular basis and not just for ṣalāh (ritual prayer). Please clarify!…
Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: Is abāya a must for Muslim girls? I am using salwār qamīs which covers my full body parts just like abāya. Answer: In the Name of God, Most Merciful, Most Kind Jazāk Allāh Khayr/ Thank you for your question. Your concern regarding Islamic apparel is commendable. Those Muslim sisters…
Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: Someone told me that it is ḥarām (forbidden) to write In shā Allāh in two words or less, when using English, since this would give the meaning ‘to create God’. They say that it must be written in three seperate words like this “In Shā Allāh”. Is this true?…
Answered by Shaykh Yūsuf Badāt Question: My work requires travelling and company functions with non-Muslims who drink. Sometimes, circumstances do not allow me and other Muslim colleagues to sit on a separate table. Also, as a senior staff member, I have to pay the banquet bills (which include alcohol) using the company credit card. I…