Q&A: Dealing with States That Are Actually at War

بسم الله الرحمن الرحيمAnswer to QuestionDealing with States That Are Actually at WarTo: Abu Muhammad Salim(Translated) Question: As-Salamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh Abu Muhammad Salim I ask Allah Almighty that you are in good health, and may Allah grant you a mighty victory. I ask Allah to open all doors of goodness at your … Continue reading Q&A: Dealing with States That Are Actually at War

Introduction to the book: The Objectives of Imam Al-Shatibi

The following is a translated article from Arabic that appeared in al-Waie Magazine. The book "The Objectives of Imam Al-Shatibi" has recently been published, authored by Professor Mahmoud Abdel Hadi Faour. Al-Waei Magazine offers its readers an introduction to this book, which it finds to be a serious, profound, and disciplined research into the principles … Continue reading Introduction to the book: The Objectives of Imam Al-Shatibi

All Permitted (Mubah) Actions Require a Daleel (evidence)

The text of both the Qur'an and Sunnah address many topics such as, stories of previous Ummahs, the Day of Judgment, and others. However, the text which specifically addresses our actions of what to do or what not to do is referred to as Hukm Sharii. The term Hukm Sharii, in Arabic, means the address … Continue reading All Permitted (Mubah) Actions Require a Daleel (evidence)

What is the official flag of the Caliphate?

The official flag of the Islamic State is called the rayah (الراية). It is a black rectangular flag with the words لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا ٱلله مُحَمَّدٌ رَسُولُ ٱلله written on it in white. A full explanation of the ijtihad behind this is below. Historically, flags were mainly used in warfare to identify the different armies on the battlefield. In … Continue reading What is the official flag of the Caliphate?

Q&A: Demonstrations, Marches and the Hadith of Muslims Marching out in Two Rows

To:  Moadh Seif Elmi Question: Our honourable Sheikh, Assalamu Alaikum. Is the hadeeth regarding the Muslims going out in two rows, one headed by Omar (ra) and the other by Hamza (ra), weak? Thank you. And To: Andalusi Maqdisi Andalus Asalamu Alaikum our honourable Sheikh, In your answer regarding demonstrations, may Allah protect you, you … Continue reading Q&A: Demonstrations, Marches and the Hadith of Muslims Marching out in Two Rows

Q&A: As-Salam and its Relationship with Selling a House before it’s Constructed

Question: Bismillah ar-Rahman ar-Raheem, My brother, may Allah protect you Do you have a clear answer to this question? Are the property development companies (FOPROLOS) advance credit sale (As-salam) or not? Is this permissible according to Shariah, i.e., to acquire a house before it is built? From Farah Farhat Answer: Wa Alaikum Assalam wa Rahmatullahi … Continue reading Q&A: As-Salam and its Relationship with Selling a House before it’s Constructed

Q&A: What the Shari’ah Kept Silent About Them

Bismillah Al-Rahman Al-RaheemQ&A: From Usul ul-Fiqh: What the Shari'ah Kept Silent About Them(Translated)To: Yahya Abu Zeinah========= Question: Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh, May Allah protect you our sheikh, help you to carry the trust, and support you with His near victory, with His (swt) permission. First of all, I apologize for the many questions … Continue reading Q&A: What the Shari’ah Kept Silent About Them

Zakat on Honey and all other Trading Merchandise

Question by Amel Ht‎‏: Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh, May Allah bless your efforts and make the Ummah benefit from you, our eminent Ameer, and support you with victory, empowerment, and make this in the scale of your good deeds, InshaAllah. I have a question if you allow me. My question: Is there Zakah … Continue reading Zakat on Honey and all other Trading Merchandise

Q&A: Ijmaa’ is a Hadith which the Sahaabah did not Narrate

Bismillah Al-Rahman Al-RaheemIjmaa’ is a Hadith which the Sahaabah did not Narrate(Translated)To: ‏‎ Abu Hamza Al-Shirbati============= Question: Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh Our Sheikh, may Allah open at your hands, may He accept your obedience, and hasten us with victory and empowerment. I have a question regarding inferring from the consensus (Ijmaa') of the … Continue reading Q&A: Ijmaa’ is a Hadith which the Sahaabah did not Narrate