Q: I miss Fazr salat often. Can I pray Qadhaa at a later time? Is is acceptable to Allah? A: If one misses a Salaat, then it has to be prayed as Qadhaa later, there is no choice in the matter. Make Istighfaar for not praying the Salaah on time. But remember that you must …
Q: I am a widow with a 13 year old son. He is now baalieg (mature). Can you give me advice on how to handle this situation. The topic of becoming mature was addressed in their madressa class this year, but I’m not sure the degree to which is was discussed. A: It will be …
Q: Can a menstruating woman recite Quran from memory e.g. Can she recite Surah Mulk at bedtime? A: A menstruating woman may not recite Quran from memory. Therefore, she will not be able to read daily surahs such as Mulk, Yaseen, Waaq’aih, etc. However, she may read Aayatul-Kursi for protection, as well as Suras Falaq …
Q: Is it improper to perform the sunnat, nafl and witr waajib salaats at the back of the masjid after performing the fard salaat in jamaat in the first saff? Or is it also necessary to perform these individual salaats in the first saff as well? A: It is totally permissible to read the sunnats …
Q: If a person recites the same surah after surah fatiha in both rakaats of fardh must he make sajda e sahw (prostration of forgetfulness)? A: Sajdah Sahw will not be necessary in this case. Moulana Yusuf Laher
Q: Is it permissible to give a person to whom zakaat is due food items instead of money? A: Zakaat can be given in cash or kind. Moulana Yusuf Laher
Q: Can a woman who is menstruating slaughter a Qurbani on Eid day? A: It is permissible. Moulana Yusuf Laher
Q: What is the minimum rakaats you can read for the Esha Salaah? A. Four Sunnah Ghayr Mu’akkadahFour FardhTwo Sunnah Mu’akkadahTwo NaflThree Witr (Waajib)Two Nafl. The four Fardh, two Sunnah Mu’akkadah and three Witr has to be performed. The others are optional. Answer by: Moulana Yusuf Laher
Q: How old must a sheep be for Qurbani? If the sheep still has milk teeth but looks older can it be sacrificed? A: A sheep must be one year old, or a sheep which is so fat and healthy that it resembles a one year old sheep is also permissible for Qurbani. This only …
Q: I have sent my parents for hajj this year. I believe I am obliged to do Qurbani on their behalf here at home. However due to financial circumstances I am unable to slaughter 2 sheep. Will it be possible for me to donate to an overseas Qurbani appeal on behalf of my parents as …
