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A Muslim prisoner here in the U.S.

If the transgressor who was making alcohol is repentant and regrets the sin, then it is not permissible to shun him. However, if he is defiant and refuses to refrain from his evil…

The Majlis Vol 24 No 07, p.3

A person bought stolen property from a thief.

If the purchaser of stolen property is aware that the item is stolen, then it is obviously not permissible for him to buy it. If he does, he becomes a partner in the sin. If the…

The Majlis Vol 24 No 08, p.2

What is the punishment for homosexuality?

Persons found guilty in an Islamic court of the filth of homosexuality can be sentenced to death. The punishment is left to the discretion of the Qaadhi. It could be lashing,…

The Majlis Vol 24 No 08, p.3

A person donated a landmade it Waqf - for a Madrasah.

Waqf land cannot be alienated. Its Waqf status cannot be cancelled. If the Waaqif has valid reasons, he can reclaim trusteeship of the land without cancelling the Waqf status. The…

The Majlis Vol 24 No 08, p.5

Is hemp oil permissible?

Hemp oil is plant oil. It is permissible to use it. It is not an intoxicant, hence it is permissible.

The Majlis Vol 24 No 08, p.5

Is it permissible to wear coats made from coyote fur?

Rasulullah (Sallallahu alayhi wasallam) forbade sitting on the skins of wild animals even if the skins are halaal and purified. The effect of wild animals remains in the skins and…

The Majlis Vol 24 No 09, p.2