Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question On occasions, I consume soft drinks, such as cola, which may contain aromas extracted using alcohol—a practice that is prevalent nowadays. Typically, I follow the Hanafi view that deems such substances as not najis (filth). However, I occasionally forget to rinse my mouth after consuming these drinks before performing the […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question What is the ruling on repeating Sura Fatiha during a single prayer? Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains the ruling on repeating Sura Fatiha within a single prayer. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. He received Ijaza from several esteemed scholars and […]

Answered by Is Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it obligatory for women to pray aloud during congregation? Shaykh Irshaad Sedick discusses whether it is obligatory for women to pray aloud during congregational prayers. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. He received Ijaza from several esteemed […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Can a child lead the obligatory prayers? Shaykh Irshaad Sedick discusses whether a child can lead obligatory prayers in Islam. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. He received Ijaza from several esteemed scholars and has authored “The Musnad of Ahmad […]