Family & Marriage
Who gets custody of children in Islam?
Who gets custody of children in Islam? Usually the mother for young children, with ages differing by school, while the father stays guardian and pays.
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Modern Money
Is leasing a car halal?
Is leasing a car halal? A plain lease works like renting (ijara) and is generally allowed, but many PCP and HP deals are interest-bearing loans.
Modern Money
What does Islam say about lending money to friends?
Islam encourages lending money to friends as a good deed: no interest, write the loan down, and give time to a friend who struggles to repay it.
Men's Dress & Grooming
Is it sunnah to oil and comb your hair?
Yes, oiling and combing your hair is sunnah. The Prophet honoured his hair, combed from the right and used oil, especially on Friday.
Daily Life & Manners
Can Muslim kids listen to nursery rhymes?
Can Muslim kids listen to nursery rhymes? Scholars differ on instruments, but voice-only rhymes, nasheeds and singing yourself work for every view.
Interfaith
Why do Muslims and Jews both avoid pork?
Muslims and Jews both avoid pork because they believe the God of Abraham forbade it: the Torah calls pigs unclean and the Quran forbids swine.
Modern Money
Is it haram to be rich?
No, it is not haram to be rich in Islam. Many Companions were wealthy; what matters is halal earning, zakat, gratitude and avoiding greed.
Mental Health
How do I deal with perfectionism as a Muslim?
Deal with perfectionism as a Muslim by remembering Allah asks for your sincere best: the religion is easy, small deeds count, mistakes are human.
Citizenship & State
Is a marriage for a visa valid in Islam?
It depends: a real nikah may be valid, but a sham marriage for a visa is haram and paper-only deals aren't a nikah. See what scholars say on motive.
Modern Money
Is a workplace pension halal?
A workplace pension can be halal if you switch it to a Shariah fund. Keep the employer contribution and tax relief instead of opting out.
Interfaith
Why do Muslims call God Allah?
Muslims call God Allah because it's the Arabic word for God and His name in the Quran. It has no plural or gender, and Muslims can say God too.
Interfaith
What if my parents want to baptize my child?
No, Muslim parents shouldn't allow a child's baptism. How to refuse your Christian parents kindly, handle secret-baptism worries and stay close.
