Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question If someone says, “Every time I do this certain sin, it will be wajib (obligatory) for me to fast a day,” without mentioning Allah or intending for it to be a vow. It was only a promise to oneself, but this person used the word “wajib” because it’s a common […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question If a person feeds ten poor Muslim people non-halal food (like meat that is not halal) as an expiation (kaffara) for breaking an oath/vow, is the expiation valid? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah alleviate our difficulties and guide us to what pleases […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question If a Muslim couple committed fornication (zina) and repented, must they marry? He promised and swore by Allah that once he touches her, he will take full responsibility and marry her. Must he still fulfill his promise, even though they repented? Answer Thank you for your question. May Allah […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question  I made a promise to Allah, and I’d like to know since I made a promise in the bathroom/toilet, would it still count as a promise? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah alleviate our difficulties and guide us to that which is […]