Shaykh Irshaad Sedick

December 20, 2023 2 mins

Do I Have to Make Up Fasting Days?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I became mukallaf (religiously and morally responsible) between 11.5 and 12; however, I don’t recall being aware of my religious and moral responsibility (taklif) until around the age of 13, when I am pretty sure that I fasted the entire month of Ramadan. I used to fast in Ramadan […]
December 3, 2023 2 mins

Is Rinsing One’s Nose Obligatory?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I experienced a blocked nostril for the Fajr prayer, so I improvised by using my palm to block one nostril while rinsing water into the other. This method was successful, as I observed water coming from my nostrils. However, to ensure thorough purification, I also briefly inserted a wet finger […]
November 26, 2023 2 mins

When Should I Pray Maghrib?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is my Maghrib valid if I finished praying around 8:45 p.m. and sunset was 7:42 p.m.? I followed a mosque in our area, which says that Maghrib is at 7:54 p.m., and I broke my fast at that time. Is my fast valid? Also, what time do I pray Isha? […]
November 25, 2023 3 mins

What is Considered a Full-Length Beard in the Shafi‘i School?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question The minimum requirement for a beard in the Shafi school is that it grows on the chin. If one were to extend his chin (goatee) to a length of fist length or longer while keeping the rest of the beard (sides and neck) at a shorter length (stubble), would this […]
November 24, 2023 5 mins

Does Islam Condone War Against Civilians?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question In the Shafi’i School, I seek clarification on whether certain actions, such as bombing, kidnapping, dismemberment, indiscriminate killing, or machine-gunning non-combatant civilians, whether in a targeted or indiscriminate manner, are permissible. This includes individuals of various demographics, such as children, women, men, and the elderly. Are there exceptions to these […]
November 24, 2023 3 mins

Is It Lawful to Work in a Supermarket That Sells Both Lawful and Unlawful Produc...

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it lawful to work at the check-out counters in a supermarket that sells both lawful and unlawful products? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah alleviate our difficulties and guide us to that which is pleasing to Him. Working at a store that […]
November 24, 2023 2 mins

Did Sayyida Asiya and Sayyida Maryam (Allah bless them and give them peace) Witn...

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question As a lover of the Mawlid Barzanji, it speaks about Sayyida Asiya and Sayyida Maryam being present at the birth of our Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace). Is that confirmed in hadith? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah alleviate our […]
November 24, 2023 2 mins

Is Entering Mecca Without Ihram Permissible When the Intention is Not for Hajj o...

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question If a person travels from Medina to Mecca without intending to perform Umra and doesn’t put on the ihram, then a day later in Mecca, if he suddenly decides to perform Umra, would he be able to go to Masjid ‘Aisha, put on the ihram, and perform Umra? Or would […]
November 21, 2023 4 mins

I Lied to Get a Scholarship. What Should I Do About It?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Alhamdulilah, I am a college student, and Allah has guided me to become closer to him. However, a sin from my past troubles me and makes me feel constant depression. There was a full-ride scholarship for my current college. It was meant for low-income, high-achieving students, I met both […]
November 20, 2023 3 mins

Does the Recitation of the Quran and Other Good Deeds Benefit The Deceased?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Our mother passed away on September 13, 2023, at the age of 67. She was a practicing Muslimah. The hadith of Rasulullah states that when a person dies, their good deeds come to an end, except for three. One of these exceptions is the supplication (Dua) of a righteous child […]
November 20, 2023 2 mins

Can People Marry Without Meeting?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it possible for two people to perform nikah without having met until even after the nikah? I’ve read that the bride being present isn’t a necessary condition, and this is, of course, assuming the wali agrees and both parties are pleased Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most […]
November 19, 2023 3 mins

How Does Payment for Milk Nursing Work?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question If a mother wants to work and not watch the children, is she obligated to pay for childcare, or does the father have to cover these costs? How do I calculate how much I am supposed to pay my wife for the breast milk she is feeding our child? If […]
November 19, 2023 3 mins

Can The Deceased’s Spouse Wash the Body?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Can the deceased’s spouse wash the body, according to Shafi‘i Fiqh? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah alleviate our difficulties and guide us to what pleases Him. Amin. When it comes to the solemn act of washing the deceased, specific guidelines are outlined […]
November 19, 2023 2 mins

Should I Pay My Debt of an Unlawful Transaction?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Suppose someone bought something haram using credit (e.g. An intoxicant). Should he pay back the credit owed or just give it to charity? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah guide every dimension of our lives to that which pleases Him. Purchasing unlawful items […]
November 19, 2023 4 mins

Should I Make Hijra From a Secular Country?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I reside in a highly secular country where Muslims face significant oppression from the government. I am earnestly considering hijra, but due to my young age and my mother’s divorce, coupled with financial constraints, I find myself in a challenging situation. What steps can I take? Furthermore, how should I […]
November 18, 2023 4 mins

How Can I Find My Path Back?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I am a young individual who was once a devoted Muslim. However, I have recently struggled with extreme waswas (intrusive thoughts), which has severely affected my aqida (faith and beliefs). While I don’t like dwelling on this, I fear that I may have fallen into kufr (disbelief) and shirk (associating […]
November 12, 2023 3 mins

How Do I Calculate Fidya for Missed and Delayed Fasts?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question How do I calculate fidya for missed and delayed fasts? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah alleviate our difficulties and guide us to what pleases Him. Amin. In the Shafi‘i School, an escalating penalty applies if you delay the fasts over multiple […]
November 12, 2023 2 mins

What Is the Ruling on Protesting against Ideologies Contrary to Islam in Western...

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question What is the ruling on protesting in primarily non-Muslim countries, particularly with situations we have in the West where ideologies contrary to Islam are being pushed? Does the ruling differ at all for females? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah alleviate our […]
November 9, 2023 4 mins

What Happens to My Prayer If I Use Dhikr to Clear My Throat?

Answered by Irshaad Sedick   Question   What if I utter something during Salah that is considered dhikr, such as the Isti‘adhah (seeking refuge), but without intending to perform dhikr? For instance, I have mucus in my throat and wish to articulate words correctly before commencing the Tashahhud. In this case, I recite the Istiadhah […]
November 3, 2023 2 mins

Is There Something Wrong with the Expression “Transcends Time”?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick   Question Is it permissible for a Muslim to use the expression: “information that transcends time”? The newspaper’s name worldwide is “Morocco Diplomatic Information that Transcends Time.” The original title in French carries the same meaning in its English translation: “Maroc diplomatique l’information qui défie le temps.” I want to […]
November 3, 2023 3 mins

What Is the Maximum Valid Distance between the Imam and the Follower?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick   Question In Shafi fiqh, is there guidance regarding how far apart the Imam and the nearest follower stand for the prayer to be accepted as a congregation? Is this distance acceptable if the first row behind the Imam is empty and the first line starts from the second row? […]
October 31, 2023 2 mins

Can I Cash-Out Bonds That Were Given to Me as a Gift?

Answered by ShaykhIrshaad Sedick   Question I’m a convert, and when I was a child, my grandparents gave my bonds as gifts that would mature years down the road. The bonds have matured now, and I’m wondering if it’s permissible or not to cash them, given that they primarily accrue based on riba. And if […]
October 31, 2023 2 mins

Does Bleeding Gums Break One’s Prayer or Fasting?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick   Question Sometimes I develop mouth ulcers when I accidentally injure my gums by biting my cheek or brushing my teeth too vigorously. Initially, there’s bleeding from the wound, and even after 1-2 days, I find that applying a tissue still results in slight bleeding. Over the next few days, […]
October 26, 2023 5 mins

How Does Khula’ Work in the Shafi’i School?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question 1.     Is Khula‘ valid without the husband’s consent if he has not given Mahr to his wife during the nikah? 2.     Is Khula‘ valid if it was obtained through deception, where the wife lied on the form to attain it because she wanted a divorce, the husband […]
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