Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Must childhood missed fasts be made up if puberty was uncertain? Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains whether missed fasts from childhood must be made up if one is unsure about reaching puberty. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. He received Ijaza […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Can children have non-Islamic second names if they honor family traditions? Shaykh Irshaad Sedick discusses whether children can have non-Islamic second names to honor family traditions. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. He received Ijaza from several esteemed scholars and […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question A 13-year-old boy lies to his mother, secretly uses a phone, spends large sums on clothing, sells gift cards, and keeps bad company. His mother is unaware of the full extent of his behavior due to his convincing lies. Should I tell her the truth or suggest sending him […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question Does a parent have the right to insult or physically hit their child for mistakes? How should one address parents prioritizing personal expenses, like Umrah, over fulfilling a child’s essential needs? Answer Thank you for your question. A parent may not abuse their child, though they have a right […]