Question: Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh, I work in one of the Palestinian universities, and often work overtime but we do not receive the overtime pay, rather it is held by the university as a debt they owe, and perhaps the credit of one for us (workers) may far exceed the quorum (nisab) of … Continue reading Q&A: Zakat on Debts
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Q&A: Is it permissible for the Khalifah to impose taxes on Muslims?
We present here an answer from the Hizb’s Ameer, Sheikh Ata Abu Al Rashta, on the question of taxation under the Islamic system of governance. Question: As-Salaamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah Wa Barakaatuhu, May Allah allow you to persevere. I have a question that I hope that you can answer. It is known that “taxes” are Muharramah (prohibited) … Continue reading Q&A: Is it permissible for the Khalifah to impose taxes on Muslims?
Q&A: Can Private Property become Public Property?
Question: Assalaamu Alaikum our honourable Sheikh, I would like to ask you a question regarding public ownership. Can a private ownership transfer to a public ownership in accordance to the Shariah rules, like transferring water springs from a private ownership into public property if that is needed for the public good? And if the public … Continue reading Q&A: Can Private Property become Public Property?
Q&A: Essence of Salatul Istikhara
بسم الله الرحمن الرحيمAnswer to QuestionEssence of Salatul IstikharaTo: Joud Ridwan Ridwan Question: Assalamu alaikum, I want to know what is Salatul Istikhara, and does the person who made Istikhara see something in his dream after performing the Istikhara? Please answer as soon as possible, Jazakoum Allah Khayran. Answer: Wa alaikoum l salam wa Rahmatu … Continue reading Q&A: Essence of Salatul Istikhara
Q&A: Disputes between a major independent state and its subordinate state
Question: Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullah wa Barakatuhu Can agent states or satellite (orbiting) states be in conflict with each other? If this is possible, then how can we explain this, if they follow the same major state? Wouldn’t this conflict affect the interests of the major state that they follow? If there is no such … Continue reading Q&A: Disputes between a major independent state and its subordinate state
Q&A: Rules (Ahkam) Related to Zakat
Question by Lut Abu Sunayna: Our esteemed Sheikh, greetings blessed by Allah سبحانه وتعالى, Assalamu Alaikoum wa Rahmatullah wa Barakatuhu. My question is about the Nisab of the Zakat in trading merchandise. It was mentioned in the book, Funds in the Khilafah State (page 142-143), that the Nisab of the Zakat is 200 silver Dirhams, or 595 … Continue reading Q&A: Rules (Ahkam) Related to Zakat
Q&A: Change with Relation to Actions and Achieving Results
Question: Does “Change” fall under the sphere that man dominates? If so, can man control the time and place of change? Furthermore, if an extended period of time passes and change does not occur, does this indicate that something is wrong with the people working towards it? Or does “Change” fall under the sphere that dominates … Continue reading Q&A: Change with Relation to Actions and Achieving Results
Q&A: Is it Permissible for a Menstruating Woman to Read Quran from the Internet or Mobile Phone?
Answer to the Question:Is it Permissible for a Menstruating Woman to Read Quran from the Internet or Mobile Phone?To: Raheeq Em Yousif Question: Assalaamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah Wa Barakatuhu, I would like to inquire about the Shariah rule because I am confused… Is it permissible for the menstruating woman to read Quran from the internet or a … Continue reading Q&A: Is it Permissible for a Menstruating Woman to Read Quran from the Internet or Mobile Phone?
Q&A: The Budget in the Khilafah State
بسم الله الرحمن الرحيمThe Answer to the Question:The Budget in the Khilafah StateTo: Tahsin Hasan Hadyah (Translated) Question: Bismillah Ar-Rahman Ar-Raheem… As-Salaam Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah Wa Barakaatuhu Please explain the meaning of what is mentioned below: In the book The Economic System in Islam, it mentions the following statement regarding the State budget: “As for … Continue reading Q&A: The Budget in the Khilafah State
Q&A: Zakat on Secured Currency; The Lands which the Islamic State Lays its Hands on
Question: Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullah wa barakatuhu my dear respected brother. I became confused on two matters for which I would like you to please clarify them, may Allah سبحانه وتعالى reward you with all good and help you. The first matter is related to the Zakat on secured paper currency. It is mentioned in … Continue reading Q&A: Zakat on Secured Currency; The Lands which the Islamic State Lays its Hands on