Jihad and Terrorism

January 5, 2023 3 mins

Is It Permissible to Work in a Supermarket That Sells Both Lawful and Unlawful P...

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it lawful to work at the check-out counters in a supermarket that sells both lawful and unlawful products? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah alleviate our difficulties and guide us to that which is pleasing to Him. Working at a store […]
August 12, 2022 3 mins

Wouldn’t It Be a Better World If Men Fought the Wars and Women Ruled?

Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question What if men fought the wars, and women ruled? Because the wives of the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) were brilliant too, and if strength and intellect were combined, it would be good. Answer Thank you for your question. May Allah reward you for thinking about […]
July 30, 2022 2 mins

What were the Criteria for Paying Jizya?

Answered by Shaykh Farid Dingle Question What were the criteria for paying jizya? Answer Islam is a complete religion that addresses all aspects of our life, including politics. It provides a framework for Muslims to live by in times of war and peace and guarantees certain rights for non-Muslims living under Muslim rule. One such […]
July 16, 2022 2 mins

Is Cyber Warfare Permissible?

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Hacking is finding vulnerabilities in a system and using these found vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access to the system. Cyberwarfare uses cyberattacks against an enemy state, causing comparable harm to actual warfare and disrupting vital computer systems. Some intended outcomes could be espionage, sabotage, propaganda, manipulation, or economic warfare. It’s […]