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The Difference Between 'Muslim' & 'Mu'min' ... Is there a distinction a distinction between being a Muslim and being a Mu'min ? The Qur'an definitely seems to use…
Earlier archiveFurther Questions on the Misuse of the Right to DivorceFurther Questions on the Misuse of the Right to Divorce... Many thanks for responding to my question on Divorce. You had mentioned that you failed to see the…
Earlier archiveSlaverySlavery in Islam Why does Islam advocate Kanizes (Slave girls). Is it not prostitution? Reply Islam does not advocate Kanizes (Slave girls). Islam has always been against the…
Earlier archiveRegarding PhotographyRegarding Pictures and Photography I want to know about photography of living beings like humans and animals. Is it allowed in Islam. I will be very grateful if…
Earlier archiveA Question on CelibacyA Question on Celibacy Date: August 28, 1997 I have a question about living in celibacy. Is it allowed in shariah to live in this state even if…
Earlier archiveHas the Qur'an Directed the Jews to Refer to the Torah Rather than the Prophet (pbuh) - Al-Maaidah 5 43Has the Qur'an Directed the Jews to Refer to the Torah Rather than the Prophet (pbuh) - Al-Maaidah 5: 43 What is the meaning of the following verse…
Earlier archiveRegarding Tattoos etcRegarding Tattoos etc... This was a question that was recently asked on one of our discussion pages here at Emory, I was hoping for your insight: "Some Munafiquin…
Earlier archiveWishing Christians a "Merry Christmas"Wishing Christians a 'Merry Christmas' How about wishing Happy X-Mas to non muslims? It is strongly forbidden here in Saudi. What about to Muslims living in Non-Muslim countries?…
Earlier archiveResponseMore on Divorce... I thank you for your honest and prompt response. I will answer your questions, one at a time:- 1- Why did you pronounce three divorces…
Earlier archiveCan We Attend A Christian MassCan We Attend A Christian Mass?? Is it haram to attend (but not participate) in a Christian mass (my situation being a mass given in support of a…
Earlier archiveWill the Words of the Qur'an Vanish Near the End?Will the Words of the Qur'an Vanish Near the End? I have come across a hadith in which I hope you can provide a commentary on. The hadith…
Earlier archiveMore on Dating and CourtshipMore on Dating and Courtship Jazakallah ker for your response . I appreciate your comments and they are truly insightful. However, one thing that plagues me is the…