Answer to QuestionConcession (Rukhsah) and Strict Ruling (ʿAzimah)To Zahid Talib Naʿim(Translated) Question: Our Shaykh, the eminent scholar Aṭa Bin Khalil Abu al-Rashtah, Peace be upon you and the mercy of Allah and His blessings, I hope that this question reaches you while you are in complete health and well-being. I ask Allah to hasten for … Continue reading Q&A: Concession (Rukhsah) and Strict Ruling (ʿAzimah)
Category: Usool-Fiqh
Q&A: Using Artificial Intelligence in the Field of Photography, Drawing, and Videos
Answer to QuestionUsing Artificial Intelligence in the Field of Photography, Drawing, and VideosTo: Islam Abu Khalil and Raed Al-Harsh Abu Mu‘adh Question: 1- Question from Islam Abu Khalil: As-salamu ‘alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuhu, our honorable Sheikh. May Allah protect you and make Islam established on Earth by your hands. I wanted to present an important question in … Continue reading Q&A: Using Artificial Intelligence in the Field of Photography, Drawing, and Videos
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)
Fiqh of Zakat
Following are from the chapters on Zakat that detail its rules from the book 'Funds in the Khilafah State' by Sheikh Abdul Qadeem Zalloom (rh). Zakat The Sadaqat which represent a revenue for the Bait ul-Mal is the Zakat. Sadaqah when mentioned generally means Zakat, and Zakat when mentioned generally means Sadaqah. Zakat linguistically means the increase, and it … Continue reading Fiqh of Zakat
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 is Considered Hujja (Definite Proof) from the Qur’an is What Has Been Transmitted to us by Mutawatir
Answer to QuestionWhat is Considered Hujja (Definite Proof) from the Qur’an is What Has Been Transmitted to us by MutawatirTo: Tariq Mahmoud Question: Assalam Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah Wa Barakatuh My honourable Sheikh, may Allah bless you continuously with good health and support you with the strong and pious Muslims and grant victory by your hands, … Continue reading Q&A: What is Considered Hujja (Definite Proof) from the Qur’an is What Has Been Transmitted to us by Mutawatir