BENEFIT 241: Enquiring why Allah legislates certain things

Sheikh Ibn 'Uthaymīn rahimahullah said:

"Know, O questioner, and let everyone who listens to this programme know that the reason behind the Sharī‘ah rulings for every believer is that it is based on the statement of Allah and His Messenger, as Allah Almighty says:
﴿وَمَا كَانَ لِمُؤْمِنٍ وَلا مُؤْمِنَةٍ إِذَا قَضَى اللهُ وَرَسُولُهُ أَمْراً أَنْ يَكُونَ لَهُمْ الْخِيَرَةُ مِنْ أَمْرِهِمْ﴾
"It is not for a believer, man or woman, when Allah and His Messenger have decreed a matter that they should have any choice in their affair."

Therefore, if someone asks us about the obligation or prohibition of something whose ruling is indicated by the Qur'ān and Sunnah, we respond that the reason is the statement of Allah Almighty or His Messenger ﷺ. THIS REASON IS SUFFICIENT FOR EVERY BELIEVER. This is why when A'ishah was asked why menstruating women are required to make up missed fasts but not prayers, she replied,
((كان يصيبنا ذلك فنؤمر بقضاء الصوم ولا نؤمر بقضاء الصلاة))
"That would affect us, and we were commanded to make up the fasts but not the prayers." That is because a text from the Book of Allah and the Sunnah of His Messenger, peace be upon him, serves as a compelling reason for every believer.

However, there is no harm in seeking out the wisdom behind Allah's rulings, as doing so:

1. increases one's tranquility,

2. highlights the excellence of Islamic law by linking rulings with their reasons, and

3. enables one to make analogies when the reason for a specific ruling also applies to another matter not explicitly mentioned.

Thus, understanding the wisdom behind legal rulings has these three benefits."

[فتاوى نور على الدرب (2/22)]

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BENEFIT 239: Ruling on shaping up the beard | تهذيب اللحية

6:10 - Sheikh Salih As-Sindi

8:12 - Sheikh Salih Al-Luhaidan
28:20 - ". ". ". ". ". ".

10:00 - Sheikh Salih Al-Fawzān
22:15 - ". ". ". ". ". ".

13:15 - Sheikh Albani

17:20 - Sheikh 'AbdulMuhsin Al-'Abbad
23:23 - ".     ".      ".     ".      ".     ".

20:13 - Sheikh Ibn Baz
26:20 - ".     ".      ".     ".      ".     ".

21:10 - Sheikh 'Uthaymeen

24:00 - Sheikh Yahya Al-Hajuri

30:40 - Sheikhul Islam ibn Taymiyyah
31:47 - ".     ".      ".     ".      ".     ".

31:03 - Imam An-Nawawi

32:21 - Sheikh Sulaymān Ar-Ruhaili

35:21 - Closing Advice

Compiled by Abu Fajr AbdulFattaah ḥafidhahullāh

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Ruling On Four-Leaf Clover Van Cleef Jewellery

Answered by Abu Fajr AbdulFattaah ḥafidhahullāh

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"The infamous Four-leaf clover motifs first appeared in the Maison’s archives as of the 1920’s, the perfect symbol of good fortune including wooden talismans, charms and benevolent fairies, Van Cleef & Arpels jewellery became a sought after piece to own. In 1968, the Maison created the first Alhambra long necklace, comprised of 20 clover-shaped motifs in yellow gold and trimmed with gold beads.
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A stunning signature of the Maison, the Alhambra collection has consistently reinvented itself throughout decades to today’s current collection, enriched with a wide range of materials, colours and symbols."

Source: Richdiamonds

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Glad tidings!

عملا بقوله تعالى: ﴿وأما بنعمة ربك فحدث﴾

The Irish man who attended Sheikh Saleem's lecture on Thursday [15 Dhul Qa'dah 1445 H (23/05/23)] has embraced Islam. May Allāh grant him steadfastness.

Similarly, two young men embraced Islam during the Saturday conference in East London. May Allāh keep them steadfast.

Today, Sheikh Saleem will be delivering his final lecture at masjid Muqbil after Maghrib In Shā Allāh. The masjid will be open for brothers, while sisters will be in the unit. We encourage everyone to attend and benefit from this final gathering.

Clarification:

Today [20 Dhul Qa'dah 1445 H (28/05/24)], Sheikh Saleem Al-Hilali حفظه الله was asked the following question (paraphrasing):

Question: Is it permissible for a taxi driver to carry passengers to forbidden destinations, and is it permissible for him to carry female passengers?

Answer: It is not permissible to carry passengers to forbidden destinations. As for female passengers, it is permissible for him to transport them within the city so long as he lowers his gaze and the interior of the car is visible to onlookers.

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Upon the advice of Sheikh Saleem ḥafidhahullāh, this is a short clarification regarding the above answer:

After the Q&A session, Abu Atiyyah Mahmud حفظه الله enquired further regarding the above answer. The Sheikh responded by saying:

1- I based my answer on the reality in my country (Jordan).

2- The Fatwa was general. As for the specific details which may affect the ruling, this would require a separate ruling.

Eg. If one fears fitna for himself, he must not carry a female passenger.

Eg. If he drives at times/places where nobody is present, this is not permissible.

3- If a scholar's fatwa is incorrect, it does not make the matter permissible.

4- You are more aware of the situation, so feel free to clarify whatever you believe requires further clarification.

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Checked by Abu Atiyyah hafidahullah

قصة مبكية لبر الوالدين في عصرنا الحاضر

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هذا أمر [لاَ يَخْتَلِفُ فِيهِ اثْنَانِ وَلاَ يَنْتَطِحُ فِيهِ عَنْزَانِ]

This is an issue "no two people disagree on, nor do two goats butt heads over it."

This proverbial expression is used for a matter that is clear and undisputed.

Example:

Sheikh Saleem Al-Hilali ḥafidhahullāh said in last night's lecture:

«الذي يضع الرأي العام في هذا الزمان هو الإعلام. وهذا واضح جلي لا يختلف فيه اثنان ولا ينتطح فيه عنزان، لا سيما في الغرب».

"Public opinion in this era is shaped by the media. This is an evident fact
لاَ يَخْتَلِفُ فِيهِ اثْنَانِ وَلاَ يَنْتَطِحُ فِيهِ عَنْزَانِ
particularly in the West."

Rulings related to the Waleemah

19:43 - Answer to the question

500 commonly misunderstood words from the Qur'ān

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PART 22
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PART 23
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PART 25
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PART 26
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PART 29
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PART 30
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500 commonly misunderstood words from the Qur'ān Part 21 (26 Shawwāl 1445 H.) ﴿وَمَثَلُ الَّذِينَ كَفَرُوا كَمَثَلِ الَّذِي يَنْعِقُ بِمَا لَا يَسْمَعُ إِلَّا دُعَاءَ وَنِدَاء﴾ [البقرة: ١٧١] يظن بعض الناس أنّ الله شَبّه الكفار بالراعي (الناعق بالغنم)، والصواب:…

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Pap Smear test / cervical screening
?️. IS IT PERMISSIBLE?
٠ If the test is not necessary (i.e. there's no cause for concern and is merely being encouraged as a routine checkup), then it is not permissible due to what it involves of exposing one's 'Awrah unnecessarily.

Narrated Bahz ibn Hakīm, from his father, from his grandfather, who said: 'I said: “O Messenger of Allah! Regarding our 'Awrah, what of it must we cover and what of it may we leave?” He said:
((احْفَظْ عَوْرَتَكَ إِلاَّ مِنْ زَوْجَتِكَ أَوْ مِمَّا مَلَكَتْ يَمِينُكَ))
“Cover your 'Awrah except from your wife or what your right hand possesses.” He said: “What about a man with another man?” He said:
((إِنِ اسْتَطَعْتَ أَنْ لاَ يَرَاهَا أَحَدٌ فَافْعَلْ))
“If you are able not to let anyone see it, then do so.” I said: “What about a man when he is alone?” He said:
((فَاللهُ أَحَقُّ أَنْ يُسْتَحْيَا مِنْهُ)).‏
“Allah is most deserving of being shy from Him.” [Reported by Abu Dawud, graded 'Hasan' by Sheikh Albāni]

٠ If the test is necessary, then measures must be taken to minimise any potential fitnah, such as the test being undertaken by a female doctor/nurse, and the patient exposing only what is essential for the test.

2️⃣. WHAT IF I'M STILL A VIRGIN?

٠ If you are not sexually active, you definitely need to consult a reliable health professional to confirm whether this test is even necessary in your case. If it is, then know that absence of hymen is not a recognised sign to determine chastity in Islam.
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NOTE: Hymen is a thin tissue lining the entrance of the vagina and can be damaged during physical activities such as swimming, cycling, a fall or an injury. As such, lack of hymen does not necessitate lack of chastity.
البكارة أعم من العذرية!

سُئل الحسن البصري فِي الرَّجُلِ يَقُولُ لِامْرَأَتِهِ: لَمْ أَجِدْكِ عَذْرَاءَ. قَالَ: «لَا شَيْءَ عَلَيْهِ، الْعُذْرَةُ تُذْهِبُهَا الْحَيْضَةُ وَالْوَثْبَةُ».
Ḥasan Al-Baṣri was asked about a man who says to his wife, 'I did not find you to be a virgin.' He said, 'There is nothing upon him, as virginity may be removed through menstruation or a fall.'" [Musannaf 'Abdurrazzaq and ibn Abi Shaybah]

«وإذا زالت بكارتها بوثبة أو حيضة أو جراحة فهي في حكم الأبكار».
"If a girl looses her hymen due to a fall, excessive bleeding, an injury, etc. She is still considered chaste and the rules of a virgin will apply on her." [Mukhtaṣar Al-Qudoori]

ADVICE: Due to wrong cultural beliefs, it may be advisable to inform any potential suitor before consumating marriage if the hymen was affected during such test.

?️. DOES THIS TEST NECESSITATE WUDHU/GHUSL?

According to the stronger opinion, this test does not invalidate the fast, nor does it necessitate ghusl. However, it's advisable to make wudhu just to be one the safe side.

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Madrasatuna | مدرستنا

Life lesson: IT'S POSSIBLE FOR A WOMAN TO LOSE HER VIRGINITY THROUGH OTHER THAN ZINĀ, SO LET'S ASSUME THE BEST UNLESS THERE'S SOMETHING SOLID TO SUGGEST OTHERWISE Sheikh ‘Abdulazīz ibn Bāz raḥimahullāh was asked the following question: ***📝*** Question: How…