1496 fatwas

  • Divorcing wife during her menses Date: 6-3-2000

    If somebody gives Talaq (Divorce) to his wife during her menses or pregnancy, will the Talaq be valid?.. More

  • Seeking Permission to Divorce Non-Practicing Muslim Husband Date: 21-2-2000

    Is it permissible to divorce my husband because he doesn't contribute to an Islamic environment in our home? .. More

  • No Intention Is Required for Waiting Period (‘Iddah) after Husband’s Death Date: 28-1-2000

    When a Muslim husband dies, the wife is supposed to be in Iddah for four months and ten days. Does anyone from the husband's side need to read a "NIYYA" for the Iddah? .. More

  • Wife Having Illegal Relations with Men Date: 11-11-1999

    I have been married five years. Currently, I'm a student in U.S. Unfortunately, I found out that my wife is having affairs with some guys. It's not sexual (thank God), but she talked to them via chat program and she exchanged e-mail and keeps in touch by phone. Once, I caught her; I forgave her because I don't like to disclose her behavior and to protect.. More

  • Protecting Wife and Children from Bad Family Influences Date: 6-11-1999

    I married about 7 years ago. I found my wife to be a very good wife and mother except when I am honored by a visit from my mother in-law. My wife and I know very well that her mother's attitude with our children and neighbor is causing us a lot of problems, still I am reluctant to accept this bad attitude for my wife's sake. Our serious problem started.. More

  • Wife wants divorce from husband who left her for two years Date: 1-11-1999

    As Salam alaikum, I would like to ask about a marriage topic. I would like to know if a couple are married and for some reason the lady wants a divorce so her husband leaves her for 2 years. The husband does not spend money on her at all. So, is she considered divorced? I know that now-a- days a lady is not legally divorced unless she receives.. More

  • Telling intended wife he has herpes Date: 5-10-1999

    I have a very tough situation and would like your advice! I have been diagnosed with a disease called "Herpes." This is not a dangerous disease as I can live a normal life. I am planning to get married soon and I am not sure if I need to tell my future wife about my illness when I ask for her hand in marriage! Is it Islamic that I keep this.. More

  • Wife Divorcing Her Husband Date: 4-9-1999

    Can a women divorce from her husband? if yes, in what circumstances? .. More

  • Annulment of marriage Date: 18-8-1999

    Is marriage to a leper Halal?.. More

  • Swearing which could cause divorce from wife Date: 18-8-1999

    I did swear that I will not help my brother to get a visa, by swearing I said that my wife will be divorced from me 3 times if I do so. It means that I want Kafarat al Yamin.So, what should I do? Tell me please because I don't have time and I should do it quickly.Thanks wa al salam.. More

  • Widow beautifying herself during her Iddah Date: 15-8-1999

    A widow whose husband died and who is still inside the Idda period, can she apply some oil on her hair or body after washing it?.. More