Is being lazy sinful?

Is being lazy sinful? Q: Is being lazy at work / not doing job properly or procrastinating sinful? Is the money earned from being lazy at work still halal? A: The money is halal as the employee is employed for their time whether they work or not. The believer should...

Moon Sighting

Moon Sighting Q: Can astronomical data be used to corroborate or reject testimonies of a positive moon sighting in the Hanafi School? A: Most of the texts were against using astronomy in relation to moonsighting.  A minority permitted it. It’s worth noting that...

Illicit language towards the living and the dead

Illicit language towards the living and the dead Q: What is the hukum for speaking negatively or using vulgur words against a dead person, muslim or non muslim? A: It should be avoided. The Messenger of Allah said, “Mention what is good about your dead, and...

Photos on display

Photos on display Q: Is it acceptable to hang family photos in the house?If so can you pray in the room with photos displayed?Is it true that angels don’t visit a place where photos are displayed? A: The ruling pertains to images that can “possess a soul”...

Gifts at Christmas

Gifts at Christmas Q: I have a non Muslim friend who always buys me gifts on both Eids, as we are approaching Christmas is it ok to give presents back, as a goodwill gesture? A: Yes, you can. Not with the intention to venerate Christmas but you should avoid giving it...

Abortion

Abortion Q: Islamically, is abortion of a foetus with a known disabling condition allowed? A: If it is before the entering of the soul, considered to be when part of the physical features of the child are visibly formed with Abu Hanifah, then it is permitted with the...