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Tuesday 5 September 2006 (11 Sha`ban 1427)

Participating in Jihad

Muslim women used to volunteer for jihad, considering it an honor that they were keen to have. Some of them joined several expeditions the Prophet (peace be upon him) led against different enemies.... Full Story


Is the Veil Obligatory?

Q. You have said more than once that women are allowed to go out with their faces and hands uncovered. If so, may I ask whether some women in Saudi Arabia wear the veil covering their faces and gloves... Full Story


Wearing Thick, Rough or Fine

We saw over the last couple of weeks that Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was very simple in his approach to clothes. He wore whatever was available and disliked what was showy or made of silk.... Full Story




An Unusual Opening

In the name of God, the Merciful, the Beneficent
A surah which We have bestowed from on high and which We have ordained; and in it have We bestowed from on high clear revelations,
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Loan and Repayment: Procedure to Be Followed

Q. We are often asked by friends and relatives to give them loans, particularly when they are in need to help finance house purchase. However, a loan given in this way may often remain outstanding... Full Story


Marriage With Close Relatives: Doubts and Clarification

Q. A booklet, published by Dar Al-Gasem, Riyadh, says it is forbidden to marry the children of one’s mother’s sisters or one’s father’s brothers. In the Muslim world, there are numerous such marriages.... Full Story


Missing Fajr Prayer

Q. Could you please explain what should a person do when he knows in advance that he will not be able to wake up for Fajr prayer? Is it right for him to offer Fajr prayer when he wakes up? Furthermore,... Full Story


All Actions Contributing to Social Welfare

We stated that social mixing between men and women in a Muslim community where the standards of Islamic propriety are observed could promote good social action, which nowadays we call social welfare.... Full Story


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