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Seeking and Teaching 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.
Women and Ḥijāb
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.
Shīʿah
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.
Principles of the Salafī Methodology
Terrorism and Extremism
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.
Living in Non-Muslim Countries
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.
Financial Transactions
Shaykh Muhammad Bazmul explains that taking an interest-free loan for university study is allowed if you can openly practice Islam and stay safe. However, taking a loan with interest is not permissible, even for education, because dealing in interest is forbidden in Islam.
Scholars and Students of Knowledge
Shaykh Muqbil explains that graduates from Madinah who speak badly about Shaykh Rabi are likely biased followers of groups like the Ikhwan or Sururis. Their criticism does not harm the Shaykh; it only harms themselves, as the Shaykh stood firmly against many innovators.
Financial Transactions
Shaykh Sulayman ar-Ruhayli explains that cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are not permissible. They have no real value, are not backed by any government, and their price depends only on market fluctuations. Investing in them is risky and considered a waste of wealth.
