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Is the CPR medical treatment compulsory?

CPR is a method of medical treatment. It cannot prevent death as the atheists believe. It is not Waajib. It is permissible just as any other medical treatment is permissible.

The Majlis Vol 28 No 04, p.9

What is the meaning of tafweez?

In the sphere of moral reformation and spiritual elevation, Tafweez means to assign all affairs unto Allah Ta‟ala, and not to become distressed in adversity. In whatever condition…

The Majlis Vol 28 No 05, p.2

What is the meaning of taufeeq?

Taufeeq is spiritual buoyancy. One feels enthusiastic for ibaadat and obedience. It is a temporary favour which Allah Ta‟ala bestows to encourage one. It is short-loved. The…

The Majlis Vol 28 No 05, p.8

I am a convert to Islam.

When parents endeavour to divert you from the Deen, when they interfere with your obedience to Allah Ta‟ala, then stay away from them. Do not obey any of their instructions/ wishes…

The Majlis Vol 28 No 05, p.11

My father favours one of his sons.

The children who were discriminated against have absolutely no right to oppose their parents or to be insolent because of them not having treated all the children equally. They…

The Majlis Vol 28 No 06, p.6

Is a barber shop allowed?

Your question is like asking: Is a grocery shop allowed? The answer is yes, it is allowed, but haraam hair-cutting is not allowed. Beards may not be shaved. Females are not…

The Majlis Vol 28 No 06, p.9

Please give me some tips to improve my memory.

The only tip we are aware of for strengthening memory is to abstain from sin and futility. Q.The sole heir of the deceased is his wife. After giving her share, a Mufti says that…

The Majlis Vol 28 No 06, p.10

What is the kaffaarah for a false oath?

If at the time of taking an oath he knows that he was lying, then there is no kaffaarah for such an oath. The penalty is to make sincere Taubah.

The Majlis Vol 28 No 06, p.11