Shaykh Irshaad Sedick

October 29, 2022 4 mins

Could Artificial Nails Be Used for Medical Purposes?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question  I have a family member who has a problem with nail-biting and picking. It has become so bad that it has been the cause of several severe infections and can reach a state of even needing operations. They pray and make ablution and have not tried things like nail […]
October 29, 2022 2 mins

Does Social Anxiety Nullify Prayers?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question  I have social anxiety and can’t pray in front of other people, is my prayer valid? Have I committed shirk? Please note that this also happened at the mosque where everyone was praying, but I still had this problem where I was nervous and couldn’t focus even though nobody […]
October 29, 2022 2 mins

Is Tarawih Eight or Twenty Units of Prayer?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question  According to the Shafi‘i School, what is the correct number of prayer units for the Tarawih prayer? Is it eight or twenty units? Some local mosques claim to follow the Shafi‘i School. Please clarify this issue and kindly provide the source. Thanks. Answer In the Name of Allah, the […]
October 29, 2022 4 mins

Can a Husband Give His Wife the Right to Divorce?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Can a husband give his wife the right to divorce? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah guide every dimension of our lives to that which pleases Him. Yes, a husband may give his wife the right to divorce, but there are several […]
October 25, 2022 2 mins

Could I Pray behind Somebody Who Wipes over His Bare Feet?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it allowed to pray behind somebody who doesn’t deem it permissible to wash his feet during ablution (wudu) but merely wipes over the surface of his bare feet? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. Thank you for your question. It is not valid […]
October 25, 2022 6 mins

The Strong Believer Article Seven– Healthy Bodies, Minds, and Souls

Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Article Seven of Twelve in SeekersGuidance Scholar Shaykh Irshaad Sedick’s “The Strong Believer” Series: Prophetic Guidelines on Nutrition – Halal and Tayyib The Strong Believer is a podcast (and now, a series of articles) for young Muslims seeking to improve their bodies, minds, and souls. This podcast series by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick is […]
October 23, 2022 2 mins

Is It Permissible to Use Steroids?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question  Is it permissible to use steroids? Answer  In the name of Allah, The All-Merciful, The Especially Merciful. May Allah guide us to live our lives purely in His obedience and facilitate ease in our affairs, Amin. The use of legal steroids will be permissible if used on the advice […]
October 19, 2022 9 mins

The Strong Believer Article Six– Healthy Bodies, Minds, and Souls

Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Article Six of Twelve in SeekersGuidance Scholar Shaykh Irshaad Sedick’s “The Strong Believer” Series: The Importance of Nutrition in Islam The Strong Believer is a podcast (and now, a series of articles) for young Muslims seeking to improve their bodies, minds, and souls. This podcast series by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick is intended to assist […]
October 16, 2022 2 mins

May I Follow the View to Pray Qunut in Witr throughout the Year?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question If someone is following the sub-dominant opinion within Shafi‘i madhab of making Qunut in Witr throughout the year, then will it still be recommended for him to make Qunut in Fajr daily? Can one make Qunut in Witr as well as in Fajr on daily basis? Answer In the Name […]
October 16, 2022 7 mins

Can a Free Non-Muslim Woman Offer Herself as a Slave with Whom Sexual Intercours...

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question  The ruler of Egypt gifted Maria al-Qibtiyya. How did she become enslaved, and did the King accept the message of Islam? Is this proof that enslaved women with whom sexual intercourse is permissible don’t necessarily have to be concubines that result from doing Jihad? Can a free non-Muslim woman […]
October 16, 2022 3 mins

How Should I Deal with Waswasa?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I find it very hard to get hold of soap or toothpaste that does not have intoxicant ingredients in it one way or another. Is benzyl alcohol (used commonly in soaps) najis because it is an anesthetic even though it is not used as an intoxicant? Are ingredients (used […]
October 14, 2022 4 mins

How Will a Property Owned Jointly by a Husband and Wife Be Distributed If One of...

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question If a husband and wife living in the West jointly own an asset such as a home or a bank account, how will it be distributed on the death of one of them? In this case, all the assets were acquired during the marriage from the husband’s income while the […]
October 14, 2022 3 mins

What Is the Ruling on Charging for Services by Percentages?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question An Opportunity popped up to work for a Tech Startup as an app developer. They transformed how charities process Sales, Claim Gift Aid & Plan Logistics. I’m worried about taking a job in which my wealth will be haram. Two things made me worried when reading about their services: (EPOS […]
October 11, 2022 11 mins

The Strong Believer Article Five – Healthy Bodies, Minds, and Souls

Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Article Five of Twelve in SeekersGuidance Scholar Shaykh Irshaad Sedick’s “The Strong Believer” Series: Outdoor Exercise Etiquettes for Muslims The Strong Believer is a podcast (and now, a series of articles) for young Muslims seeking to improve their bodies, minds, and souls. This podcast series by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick is intended to assist Muslims […]
October 9, 2022 4 mins

Can I Feed Ten Poor Persons One Meal Each to Expiate for a Broken Promise?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question  I have broken promises to expiate for that have been delayed because I had confusion on how to facilitate them. Still, I can afford to pay for food to be given on my behalf and want to find a suitable Islamic organization. The problem is that the organizations I […]
October 9, 2022 5 mins

Is Celebrating Valentine’s Day Permissible?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question  Is it permissible to celebrate Valentine’s Day, such as exchanging gifts with one’s spouse, having an outing, etc.? I have heard this celebration is rooted in the Christian tradition and is impermissible to celebrate, but I am not sure of this. Answer In the Name of Allah, The All-Merciful, […]
October 9, 2022 4 mins

Can I Gift My Wealth to My Children during My Lifetime?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question  We are currently having a dispute with my brothers regarding my father’s wealth. Alhamdulillah, my father has few properties. A few years ago, he mentioned that he wanted us to invest in his land and build some apartments. He has six flats there, which is his primary income source. […]
October 9, 2022 6 mins

Do Men and Women have Equal Rights in Terms of Divorce?

Answered by Irshaad Sedick Question I have read that we are all equal in the sight of Allah, and there is no distinction between people regarding reward and punishment. However, there is a hadith that says whichever woman asks for a divorce for no valid reason; then paradise becomes forbidden for her. I thought that […]
October 8, 2022 9 mins

What Is the Shafi’i Position on Women Covering Their Faces?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick based on Mufti Taha Karaan’s Fatwa Question What is the position of the Shafi‘i School about Tabarruj (women uncovering their faces in public)? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah guide us to that which pleases Him, forgive us for our shortcomings, and alleviate […]
October 7, 2022 4 mins

Can I Recite a Prayer from a Weak Hadith?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question  The hadith containing the prayer, “O Allah, bless us in Rajab and Sha‘ban, and make us reach Ramadan,” is said to be weak. I want to know the opinion of our imams regarding this hadith. Can this prayer be said expecting that the Prophet (Allah bless him and give […]
October 7, 2022 2 mins

Is It Permissible to Consume Probiotics?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question  I am reading about probiotics and some of the bacteria being “human-derived.” It is a question as to whether that means actually coming from humans or just meaning that it can thrive in the human gut. Is it permissible to take these probiotics, as they have undergone multiple changes […]
October 7, 2022 2 mins

What Is the Ruling regarding Mole Removal?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question What is the ruling regarding mole removal?  Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah alleviate our difficulties and guide us to what pleases Him. Cosmetic surgery for “fixing” or “normalizing” a medical flaw (as identified by a qualified medical professional) is lawful, and […]
October 6, 2022 1 min

Reader on Navigating Sectarianism

In the Name of Allah, the Merciful and Compassionate Allah Most High says, “And hold firmly to the rope of Allah and do not be divided. Remember Allah’s favor upon you when you were enemies, then He united your hearts, so you—by His grace—became brothers.” [Quran, 2:186] The Messenger of Allah (Allah bless him and give […]
October 6, 2022 5 mins

What Is Islam’s Stand on Feminism?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question What is Islam’s stand on feminism in a radically feminizing world? How does Islam distinguish between men and women? Means what are the rights and roles of men and women in Islam? How to deal with the pressure and stigma that feminism spreads among men. Answer In the Name […]
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