Money value: Decline in value of money Q390 :Muslim scholars may be busy discussing such matters like inflation, prayer in space, fasting in polar areas, but individual Muslims like us have ready guidance in the Qur’an, the Sunnah and the life of the Prophet (peace be upon him) and the life of his companions. In…
Miracles and the present day need for miracles Q389 :We do require more miracles these days because Muslims all over the world are in a very critical situation, exposed to many types of danger. Why do not miracles happen these days. A389 : Whether we need miracles these days or not depends on what miracles…
Military training for women Q388 :There is provision in certain educational institutions in my home country to join a military training course which lasts a month. This is available for both boys and girls in secondary schools. Completing the course adds 20 marks to the aggregate examination marks of the student. This helps in securing…
Methods of healing: ‘Cupping’ & ‘Cautery’ Q387 :Could you please explain the Hadith which states that healing of illness can be achieved through three things: Taking honey, cupping and cauterization. Could you explain what ‘cupping’ is and why the Prophet said: “I forbid my followers to use cauterization”. As a specialist in childhood diseases, I…
Message [of Islam]: Conveying and convincing others Q386 :I recently sent a letter to a radio station, but it turned out to be a Christian preaching station. The person who answered my letter spoke about the enlightened vision of Jesus Christ and suggested that those who do not follow that vision are in total darkness.…
Mercy killing: No killing can be merciful Q385 :What is your view about euthanasia, or mercy killing? Those who support it say that “modern medical technology can prolong a patient’s life only artificially.” They also argue that people should have the right to die with dignity and that they should not be made to suffer…
Mental illness, magic, jinn or the evil eye Q384 :There are references in the Qur’an to madness, magic spells, possession by jinn and to the evil eye. There seems to be some sort of differentiation in the Qur’an between madness and the other three. However, as psychiatrists we tend to treat those who are affected…
Menstruation period: It’s duration & other continuous bleeding Q383 :Menstruation period: It’s duration & other continuous bleeding A383 : There is no set limit for menstruation which applies to all women. As you may realize, this is something that relates to the physical constitution of every woman. Hence, there is a wide range of variation…
Menstruation period: Delaying of Q382 :Some women use some medicines to delay their periods during Ramadhan and pilgrimage. Some people object to it arguing that this amounts to interference with Allah’s creation. As a result, many women feel guilty at having done this. Please comment. A382 : Some women feel deprived of the benefits of…
Men’s dress: Islamic dress code for men Q381 :Is there any type of clothes or dress that we can describe as Islamic in as far as men are concerned? Is there any harm if a Muslim wears a shirt, tie and a pair of trousers? A381 : All Muslim scholars agree that a Muslim man…
