Divorce in Islam – a clarification Q157 :1. After being married for eighteen months, my nephew had an argument with his wife which resulted in her departure to her parents home. Twenty-five days later, he called her by telephone to ask her to come back. However, on the phone they argued again and, in a…
Divorce and rights of children Q156 :I have two children, aged 6 & 1, but I am not happy with my wife due to differences of social background. I intend to marry a woman from my own small town. If my present wife asks for divorce I will grant her that, but I would like…
Divine Law Q155 :Divine Law A155 : The divine law is a single and complete whole which cannot be split into separate parts. Its provisions which concern the concept of faith, or acts of worship, or permissions and prohibitions, or social regulations and international relations are all of equal value. In their total sum they…
Divine Guidance Q154 :Since all divine books have been available for the last three thousand years, it has been easy to answer any question with reference to these books. But what about the period preceding Judaism when there was no actual source of divine book to provide the truth for millions of people over countless…
Disowning one’s child Q153 :Can a father declare his son or daughter as not his and disinherit either one on the basis of indulging in un-Islamic behavior? Suppose a daughter marries a non-Muslim husband, can she be disinherited? A153 : No, it is not permissible for a father or a parent to disinherit his own…
Directives and rituals Q152 :Directives and rituals A152 : Religious directives are complemented by practical steps which aim at shaping life in a certain fashion. If religion were to be confined to directives and rituals, then the directives will remain unimplemented. A complete way of life on the basis of religion is necessary to allow…
Devil: Powers of the devil Q151 :Could you please give your view on the mysteries like “the Bermuda Triangle” where ships and aeroplanes are said to have disappeared without a trace. Who is responsible for such actions? They cannot be of Allah’s doing, but could they be the work of the devil or space creatures?…
Depression: Islamic way to overcome it Q150 :What is the best Islamic way to overcome depression? (which results from thinking about the past, loss of friends, fear of getting old, possible death of parents, etc.) A150 : The sort of depression you ask about is easily dispelled when one remembers that everything in this life…
Delivery by a male Doctor. Q149 :Is it permissible for a Muslim woman to have her baby delivered by a male doctor? A149 : In normal circumstances, a Muslim woman should have her baby delivered by a Muslim woman midwife or doctor. It is not permissible for her to reveal of her body what a…
Decorative figurines Q148 :I collect rabbit figurines as a hobby. Some of these are more stylized and abstract while others are more realistic. Some people object to them, but they are not more than charming decorations. What is the proper view? A148 : Such figurines are not statues. They are not thought of as idols…
