Women's Benefits

Ruling on Marrying One’s Sister-in-Law After Irrevocable Divorce Before the End of the ‘Iddah Question: What is the ruling on a man marrying his wife's sister if he divorced his wife a third time, before the end of her waiting period? Sheikh Yahya hafidahullah: If the divorce is revocable (i.e., a single or double divorce where the husband may still take his wife back during the ‘iddah), there is no difference…

The Ruling on Dirt Under the Fingernails and Its Effect on the Validity of Wudū’ Question: The questioner asks: What is the ruling on the dirt that accumulates beneath the fingernails? Is the wudū' valid, or does such dirt prevent water from reaching the skin? Sheikh Yahya hafidahullah: One should trim their fingernails and not allow them to grow beyond forty days, as reported in the Sunnah from Anas (may Allāh…

Ruling on Intimacy In a Place Where There is no Water The questioner asks: Is it permissible for me to have marital relations with my wife in a place where there is no water, and while knowing that there is no water? Sheikh Yahya hafidahullah: Yes, it is permissible, based on the saying of Allāh the Almighty: ﴿أَوۡ لَـٰمَسۡتُمُ ٱلنِّسَاۤءَ فَلَمۡ تَجِدُوا۟ مَاۤءࣰ فَتَیَمَّمُوا۟ صَعِیدࣰا طَیِّبࣰا فَٱمۡسَحُوا۟…

The Permissibility of Divorcing a Pregnant Woman Sheikh Mushtāq Adh-Dhali'ee hafidahullah: Divorcing a pregnant woman is permissible and unobjectionable, as it falls under the category of طلاق السني (legitimate form of divorce), not طلاق البدعي (innovative or illegitimate form). Thus, it is allowed to divorce a pregnant woman just as it is allowed to divorce other women. What is prohibited is divorcing a woman…

The Mahr of the Prophet’s Wives Sheikh ’Abdussalām Ash-Shuwa’ir hafidahullah states: The first matter we must be aware of is that the mahr, the more it is reduced, the better it is—firstly, in compliance with the command of the Prophet ﷺ, who forbade exaggeration in the mahr of women. Secondly, because there is blessing [in doing so], as the Prophet ﷺ said: “The best among you are those whose burden (in…

NOTE: One must avoid boycotting their parents, as explained here: https://t.me/almanhajussalafi/1439 However, it may be permissible in certain cases, as detailed here: https://t.me/almanhajussalafi/1760

One of the principles that is agreed upon by scholars states: المعروف عرفا كالمشروط/المشروع شرعا whatever is commonly accepted by custom holds the same weight as what is stipulated or enshrined by the Shari'ah. Thus, upholding ties of kinship is not limited to physical visits; messages, phone calls, and financial assistance to relieve a relative's hardship also fall under the category of صلة الرحم. POINT 5: How…

POINT 1: What is the ruling on upholding ties of kinship? It is obligatory. The Prophet ﷺ said: “Whoever wishes to have his provision expanded and his life extended, let him maintain ties of kinship.” In another authentic hadith regarding the family ties, He ﷻ said: “Whoever maintains it, I will maintain ties with him; and whoever severs it, I will sever ties with him.” Allāh also says: “Would you then, if you…

Marrying a Person of Innovation Sheikh Sulayman Ar-Ruhaili hafidahullah states: Likewise, according to the more correct opinion, compatibility (kafā’ah) in soundness of religious belief is a necessary condition. As such, it is not permissible for a Sunni woman to be married off to a man from among the people of innovation, especially those associated with manifest innovations such as the Khawārij and similar…

My Husband Doesn't Pray And Drinks Alcohol Question: May Allāh reward you with goodness. A woman is asking: "My husband sometimes prays and sometimes abandons the prayer, and he frequently drinks alcohol. I have spoken to him, but he remains as he is. What should I do? May Allāh reward you. Sheikh Sulayman Ar-Ruhaili hafidahullah: By Allāh, there is no good in one who abandons the prayer. The woman must strive…

عَنْ عَبْدِ الله بْنِ عَامِرٍ أَنَّهُ قَالَ دَعَتْنِي أُمِّي يَوْمًا وَرَسُولُ الله ﷺ قَاعِدٌ فِي بَيْتِنَا فَقَالَتْ هَا تَعَالَ أُعْطِيكَ ‏.‏ فَقَالَ لَهَا رَسُولُ اللهِ ﷺ: ‏((وَمَا أَرَدْتِ أَنْ تُعْطِيهِ ؟))‏ قَالَتْ أُعْطِيهِ تَمْرًا.‏ فَقَالَ لَهَا رَسُولُ اللهِ ﷺ ‏((أَمَا إِنَّكِ لَوْ لَمْ تُعْطِيهِ شَيْئًا كُتِبَتْ عَلَيْكِ كِذْبَةٌ)). Narrated 'Abdullah ibn 'Āmir: My mother called…

Women’s Swimming Lessons There are certain issues related to girl's/women's swimming lessons that are well known among Muslims—such as the impermissibility of free-mixing (e.g. male instructors) and inappropriate swimwear. However, even if a session is advertised as “females only,” there are other concerns that may not be as apparent. Below, we aim to shed light on some of these lesser-known issues to raise…

By Abū 'Aṭiyyah ḥafidhahullāh

Question: May Allāh reward you and bless you. A brother asks about some pilgrims and those performing ‘Umrah who begin issuing religious verdicts (fatwas) upon arriving here, without referring to the scholars regarding well-known issues in the Fiqh of Hajj and ‘Umrah. Sheikh Sulayman Ar-Ruhaili hafidahullah: Yes, a student of knowledge who has studied and learned, and who teaches others within the scope of what he…

My Wife Doesn't Want to Wear Niqab Question: My wife wears the khimar (headscarf that covers the hair and neck), and I have repeatedly asked her to wear the niqab (face veil), but she has refused. This is despite the fact that she is religiously committed in many other aspects — she performs prayers, fasts, and reads the Qur’ān. What is the ruling on this? What advice would you give me? Sheikh Sulaymān Ar-Ruhaili…

Sheikh Sulayman Ar-Ruhaili hafidahullah states: Just as I advise the Shuyūkh that when an error is made clear to them—an error they have fallen into—they should not persist in defending it, nor should they attempt to justify it. The matter is simple: “I made a mistake in this, and I seek Allāh’s forgiveness.” What harm would that do to you? You are a Sheikh; admitting a mistake will not diminish your status. On the…

References: 1. Possessing a Tazkiyah is Not a Necessary Requirement for Teaching and giving Da'wah ⤵️ https://t.me/almanhajussalafi/1728 2. Sheikh Zaid Al-Madkhali rahimahullah ⤵️ https://t.me/almanhajussalafi/1729 3. Wearing trousers and a short dress/gown ⤵️ https://t.me/womensbenefits/803 Bonus ⤵️ https://t.me/womensbenefits/802 https://t.me/almanhajussalafi/1725

Wearing Trousers and a Short Dress Sheikh Uthaymeen raḥimahullāh states: There is no doubt that wearing trousers and a short dress does not fulfill the requirement of covering the 'awrah. As for trousers, they are tailored to fit the body precisely, with each part having a defined shape, which results in the description and outlining of the body's features. This constitutes a form of exposure, rendering the…

I want to quit uni, but my father is threatening me! Question: She states in her message that she is a religious girl from an upright family. However, her problem lies in the fact that she is currently in her first year at university, and the university is free-mixed, with both male and female students. She inquires about the ruling on mixing with young men in this environment. She says she attempted to leave the…

Marriage acts as an Obstacle to Seeking Knowledge—If Proper Guidelines Are Not Observed A lecture by the esteemed Sheikh Yahya Abu Tahir Al-Ansi hafidahullah

Meaning of the Prophet's statement ﷺ: "women who are clothed, yet naked" Question: In the Hadith of the Prophet ﷺ regarding "women who are clothed yet naked," I have read that this refers to women who reveal parts of their bodies, wear transparent clothing, or wear tight-fitting clothes. If a woman wears such clothing in front of other women, does this Hadith apply to her as well? How can this be reconciled with…

Intimacy is One of Best Ways to Resolve Marital Problems She says: she had a dispute with her husband and a problem occurred. Later, he sought her for intimacy, but she refused. Sheikh Abdulḥamīd Az-Zu'kari hafidahullāh: She should comply, it's more effective in bringing about reconciliation. The best way to reconcile between spouses after an argument is through intimacy.

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Artificial Marriages for Personal Gain in Non-Muslim Countries Question: May Allāh reward you. The questioner asks: Is it permissible to enter into a paper marriage for the sake of personal benefit, without consummation, in non-Muslim countries—such as for residency or financial gain? Sheikh Sulayman Ar-Ruhaili hafidahullah: First and foremost, marriage is a solemn and binding contract; it is not to be taken…