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Current Affairs
Wearing a thobe and shimāgh in Western countries is generally considered attention-seeking unless it is common within the local Muslim community or society. It is recommended to dress like other Muslims in that country, avoiding styles associated with unbelievers or sinful groups, to maintain modesty and avoid standing out.
Advice and Admonition
If you fear your good deeds are for show, do not let Shayṭān deter you. Act quickly in obedience and avoid pretence. Remember al-Fuḍayl ibn `Iyāḍ’s warning that doing a deed for people is polytheism and abandoning it for people is riyā. Seek refuge in Allah ﷻ and continue worship.
Family Affairs
Buying children’s clothing with pictures is permissible when the intention is simply to purchase clothes, especially given the scarcity of picture-free garments. However, Muslims should strive to avoid such items when possible, and sellers should avoid stocking them to prevent falling into doubt.
Seeking Knowledge
There is no single fiqh book that every student must begin with. The student should study a book with a Sunni scholar who addresses questions and proofs. Foundational works include the Sunan collections and books of legal traditions. Learning the local school’s fiqh with a qualified teacher is also recommended.
Social Affairs and Etiquettes
If wearing the niqāb causes serious hardship or abuse, it may be permissible to uncover the face while maintaining full Islamic dress. The woman should consider emigrating if possible. Removing the veil entirely is forbidden, and she should remain at home unless there is an absolute necessity.
Prayer
When work prevents you from reaching a masjid or hearing the call to prayer, you are excused from attending the congregation. You may pray with family at home or with colleagues at work. If this is not possible, praying alone is permitted.
Polytheism and its Types
Shaykh Muhammad Bazmul says the claim that al-Husayn ibn Ali invented Wahdat ul-Wujud is a lie. He was a noble companion and would never promote such a belief. Wahdat ul-Wujud is rejected by scholars as a form of disbelief.
Prayer
Shaykh Muhammad Bazmul says Muslims should not pray Jumu’ah in mosques of innovators if they can reach mosques of the Sunnah. Praying with innovators can increase their followers and expose people to false ideas. If no Sunni mosque is available, pray at home or another place.
Current Affairs
Shaykh Muhammad Bazmool explains that a Muslim distances himself from Khawārij groups by following true Islamic faith, manners, and wisdom. He should avoid their mosques, meetings, and styles, and never put himself in doubtful or dangerous situations. This shows Islam’s true character.
Current Affairs
Shaykh Muhammad Bazmul explains that Islam can be openly practiced in non-Muslim countries if a person can freely perform prayers, fasting, and declare their faith without fear. If doing so risks safety, then they should emigrate when possible, and may stay only until they can.
