Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question If someone says, “O Allah if I smoke, I will give charity within 40 days,” does this apply to every future instance of smoking or just once, given that the intention was for a single occurrence? If they miss the 40-day deadline, should they still give to charity, or […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question Should a wife prioritize obeying her husband or caring for her sick and poor mother, who has no one else to help her, when she cannot provide financial support but wishes to serve her? Answer Thank you for your question. Obedience to the husband and caring for your mother […]

Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question Is it shirk to believe that making dua in a specific mosque, like Moti Masjid, is accepted due to the presence of jinn saying “Ameen” or the Baraka of the place? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. No, it is not Shirk to make […]

Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question I am an assistant professor teaching media-related subjects like advertising and media evolution. Some courses in the degree program include papers I consider impermissible, such as audio technology, animation, and video editing, though I do not teach those. Am I accountable for indirectly facilitating students’ access to such courses? […]