Halal & Haram



The licit and forbidden according to the regulations prescribed by Divine Law, Shari`ah, in daily life to the individual, family, society and nation, including the observance of worship rituals, morals and social legislation in Islam.


Daily practice during menses

Posted on September 7, 2018 by Staff eShaykh

Can I perform the daily awrad during my menses? Continue reading →

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cutting hair and nails while intending qurban

Posted on September 4, 2018 by Taher Siddiqui

Is there strict prohibition from cutting nails and hair for those who would like to perform the qurban or sacrifice.  Continue reading →

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Reciting dur̄ud upon seeing the Shaykh or someone of high status

Posted on September 4, 2018 by Shaykh Gibril Fouad Haddad

What does the Sharia say about reciting dur̄ud collectively… Continue reading →

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Women’s voice awrah

Posted on September 3, 2018 by Shaykh Gibril Fouad Haddad

I heard women’s voice is awrah? Is this true? Continue reading →

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Marriage & porn addiction

Posted on August 29, 2018 by Dr. Aziz Hussein

could porn & masturbating destroy marriage due to the nature of addiction? Continue reading →

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Potential Suitor Viewing `Awrah of non-mahram

Posted on August 5, 2018 by Shaykh Gibril Fouad Haddad

I’ve been introduced to a potential suitor who has suggested that he is finding it difficult to make an assessment of my appearance. Continue reading →

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Adab after irrevocable divorce

Posted on July 12, 2018 by Shaykh Gibril Fouad Haddad

What are the proper rules and adabs to follow when a husband and wife are irrevocably divorced? Continue reading →

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drawing blood in Ramadan

Posted on May 21, 2018 by Staff eShaykh

Is it permitted to draw blood in Ramadan for doctor’s visit or to give blood? Continue reading →

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marrying milk-sister – urgent

Posted on April 27, 2018 by Shaykh Gibril Fouad Haddad

I wanted to know whether my uncle’s daughter is my mahram. Continue reading →

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Suicide to protect honor

Posted on April 17, 2018 by Shaykh Gibril Fouad Haddad

Is it true that a woman may kill herself to avoid dishonor? Continue reading →

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