Zaid Alsalami

Shaykh Dr Zaid Alsalami is an Iraqi born scholar, raised in Australia. He obtained a BA from Al-Mustafa University, Qom, and an MA from the Islamic College in London. He also obtained a PhD from ANU, Canberra. He has written and translated several Islamic texts and also prepared educational videos on Islamic rulings and practices.

188858

Africa . Circumcision

Is there anywhere I can read more about the specific rules or guidelines regarding circumcision in Islam? I a 24 years old from Africa and prefer to keep my private matters private.

Zaid Alsalami, Shaykh Dr Zaid Alsalami is an Iraqi born scholar, raised in Australia. He obtained a BA from Al-Mustafa University, Qom, and an MA from the Islamic College in London. He also obtained a PhD from... Answered 12 hours ago

Bismihi ta'ala

It is a blessing that you have decided to proceed with circumcision, which is an important practice in Islam, and very good physically. Due to your age, the healing process will be bit longer and inconvenient, but the earlier you do it, the better.

Here are two links on information about circumcision:

https://www.islamquest.net/en/archive/fa7039

https://www.islamquest.net/en/archive/fa6757

189487

Husband . Menstruation . Sexual . Istihadha

If a woman has a 7-day menstrual period, with the final 2 days being lighter and unsure if it is menstrual bleeding or Istihadha, is it permissible for her to engage in physical intimacy with her husband using a condom?

Bismihi ta'ala

She must ascertain that her cycle has finished, and be sure that it is no longer haydh, but istihidhah. Until then, it is haram to have intercourse, and using condom is irrelevant in this ruling.

And Allah knows best

189517

Goat . Blood . Najis

Is it necessary to wash a newborn goat covered in blood? Additionally, if we are purchasing goats and are unsure if the previous owner washed them, should we regard them as Najis or Tahir?

Bismihi ta'ala

No, it is not 'necessary', and as for what is previously owned, that's also not necessary to ascertain, or to wash. If you want to wash the animal, you can, but it's not wajib.

And Allah knows best

189581

Taqlid

I follow the Taqleed of one Marja and have access to his Tohzil e Masail. However, I encounter some questions outside the syllabus for which I do find answers in another Marja's Tohzil e Masail. What should I do in this situation?

Bismihi ta'ala

Alhamdulillah, all our esteemed Maraji' have official websites and easy channels of commication. Just make sure they are "official". Regarding scenarios or questions you might not find in his Tawdhih al-Masa`el, or Risalah 'Amaliyah, their websites usually have frequently asked questions, and you can also email, ring, or visit the office in person, or ask the Marja's wakeel.

And Allah knows best

189589

Deception

Is conducting a sting operation to identify and apprehend predators considered allowed for law enforcement personnel?

Bismihi ta'ala

Yes, it is considered permissible, based on the interests of society and law, as long as it is done legally.

And Allah knows best

188144

Hadith . Salah (Prayers)

Could you provide evidence from hadith regarding the practice of praying Salah with arms open?

Bismihi ta'ala

You made read this link:

https://www.islamquest.net/en/archive/fa1813

188728

Forgiveness . Punishment . Sexual

If an individual commits incest and sincerely seeks forgiveness, is it possible for them to be forgiven without facing any punishment?

Bismihi ta'ala

Any sinful act can be forgiven by Allah ta'ala, as long as the tawbah is sincere, the act is abandoned, and it is between them and Allah ta'ala. This last condition means that there is no due right to be returned back to an individual.

What the individual did must repent, and work towards purifying themselves, and surely gain God's forgiveness in this world and the Hereafter.

And Allah knows best

188738

Wife . Sexual . Sin

Is anal sex considered sinful in Islam, and would it displease Allah, even if the wife does not express any discomfort?

Bismihi ta'ala

The common view among our esteeemed scholars is that such an act is highly detestable (very makruh) and should not be performed. Some consider it haram, and some precautionary haram. It is indeed something that believers should refrain from, and expressing discomfort is irrelevant as well.

You must refer to your Marja' taqleed for his specific view.

And Allah knows best.

188859

Money . Hacker

Is it permissible for someone who has been electronically scammed to hire a hacker to retrieve their stolen money, or to secure a white-hat hacker to gather information for legal action aimed at recovering the lost funds?

Bismihi ta'ala

Yes, it would be permissible to do so, to retrieve your haq.

And Allah knows best

188434

Wife . Divorce . Sexual . Menstruation

If a couple has not engaged in vaginal intercourse, only oral sex, does the husband need to wait until the wife's next menstrual cycle concludes before proceeding with a divorce?

Bismihi ta'ala

No, the husband does not need to wait.

And Allah knows best

188522

Income . Parents

Am I obligated to share details about my income with my parents if they inquire, even if I prefer not to disclose that information?

Bismihi ta'ala

No, you are not obliged to share details about this with anyone, and it is none of anyone's concern as to how much you earn.

A parent might be concerned about your spending, or if you are being paid fairly, or something like that, so communication on that level is beneficial, and you should not be that sensitive as well.

And Allah knows best.

188524

Doubt . Circumcision . Ring . Shukr (Gratitude)

I have a concern regarding my circumcision, which was performed when I was 13. I doubt it was completely done. How should I deal with this situation?

Bismihi ta'ala

To remove your doubt, see a doctor specialised in circumcision, to see whether or not the procedure was done correctly.

You can either show him a picture of your private part, or allow him to see, enough for him to assess.

And Allah knows best