Secret marriages
The question of secret marriages Some brothers and sisters have asked me to comment on a practice that is increasingly reported of travelling Muslim…
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Faith, Family & the Future: Navigating Chaos with Purpose
The religion of Islam is not merely a set of rituals but a comprehensive way of life that prepares the believer for the Last Day. It calls upon individuals to see themselves as answerable for…
Questions & Answers on Family
View all Q&A →Islamic Ruling on Housing and Bank Financing
My name is Muḥammad Aslam Waṣī. I reside in the lowest part of my house where I have opened a shop, while my wife has set up a ladies’ salon. Because of these two businesses it has become very difficult…
Gender roles and financial duty in marriage
Respected sister Shabnam Begum from Delhi has asked the following question: Assalamualaikum wa rahmatullah Shaykh, I hope you are in the best of imaan and health. I have a few questions regarding gender roles in marriage and the financial responsibilities…
“A bedding for a man, a bedding for his wife, a third for a guest, and the fourth is for the shayṭān”
Sunan Abi Dawud, Hadith 4142, narrated by Jabir ibn ‘Abdullah. The hadith says: The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) mentioned bedding and said: “There should be bedding for a man, bedding for his wife, and a…