Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question How can I seek a divorce in my situation?  I had a Nikah with my cousin via video call in the presence of both families, as he lives abroad. It was an arranged marriage, and we had no prior interaction. Is this Nikah valid? Answer In the Name of […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question If a woman commits zina during her ‘idda from an irrevocable divorce, does this restart her ‘idda, or is it completed after her third menstrual period as usual? Does sending private pictures during ‘idda count as zina? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate I […]

Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question Is it permissible to accept monthly financial support from my fiancé, whose income is halal, while we are engaged and planning to marry soon? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. Yes. This is permissible and would be considered as charity from him. This is […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question What is the expiation (kaffara) for abortion? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. I pray you are in good faith and health. Thank you for your question. Abortion is prohibited for non-Islamic reasons, particularly after 120 days, when the soul is believed to enter […]