Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question My wife is from the US and I am from Pakistan. Prior to marriage, I had asked her that my widowed mom stay with us and she consented. But soon, she started fights over my mom and used that as a threat to our marriage. We had a big […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question How can I express my desire to pursue marriage and a simple life to my mom without upsetting her? Considering my mom’s sacrifices for my future, is it reasonable to prioritize marriage and family over a career? Answer Mother Allah Most High has told us in the Quran, “And […]

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question How Can I Convince My Parents to Let Me Marry Someone Who Is Not of Our Sufi Order? Answer Thank you for your question. I empathize with your suffering, and I pray that you can convince your parents that there is nothing wrong with your choice and that you […]

Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question Am I correct to think that one should prioritize teaching children to establish the five daily prayers on time instead of only encouraging them to memorize the Quran? Answer Teaching children to establish the five daily prayers on time is an obligation upon the parents. The Messenger of Allah […]