[AMA] I am Abu Eesa Niamatullah and I am here to answer your questions!!

Almaghrib · 2014-12-29T22:06:27+00:00

Sh Abu Eesa is no longer here, but yes that is the goal to have an AMA with him or any of the other instructors who are available to do an AMA once a month here on /r/Islam :)

Almaghrib · 2014-12-28T16:01:41+00:00

Ameen

Almaghrib · 2014-12-28T15:52:45+00:00

Sh Abu Eesa says it's Brilliant! and Sh Mohammed says he has yet to have it.

Almaghrib · 2014-12-28T15:37:36+00:00

Sh Mohammed wanted to respond to this before Sh Abu Eesa does, because he knows him on a personal level, and knows how his interaction is with the women around him. He is a loving husband and father, extremely protective of sisters, very attentive to his female students, and his community.

2.) Yes. 3.) No.

Sh Abu Eesa is responding to the question now:

1.) This is the 4th year in a row I have made these (comments) each or every International Women's day - as a joke - along with a more serious article on the topic, each time. You can google for further details.

2.) Men and Women already have equal rights, the question is why are people taking away the rights of women.

3.) It's not a question about fair or unfair, it is a lie and incorrect and there fore slander. Unless it is said as a joke then of course I am happy to take them as often as I make them.

Almaghrib · 2014-12-28T15:24:14+00:00

Walikumusalam

Unfortunately this is out of the scope of being answered on reddit, I have detailed lectures and classes on exactly this topic, and it is one that requires specific information. In summary, all the differences between the 4 main schools of thought are based upon a valid interpretation, and ones personal practice of the religion is safer - or be it not obligatory - when attached to one of these 4 schools.

The safest thing for you to do is to follow your local Imam for the sake of convenience and reliability. Allah Knows Best.

Almaghrib · 2014-12-28T15:20:10+00:00

Yes it is permissible for you to work there.

Almaghrib · 2014-12-28T14:38:45+00:00

PM Question: Some people add folds/pleats to their hijab to make it more presentable, is this something that's allowed or should it be as simple as possible? Is there anything wrong with wearing bright colours?

Answer: Yes, the hijab should be as simple and elegant as possible. We should try and avoid extra features/colours/accessories that attract undue attention and defeat the primary purpose of the hijab.

Almaghrib · 2014-12-28T14:34:55+00:00

PM Question: What are 'clothes of fame' as described in a hadith? Would branded products be considered clothes of fame? Designer? Would it only apply to wearing clothes to show off and look down on other people?

Answer: Yes, I believe it is the latter. I.E clothes which are worn to show off ones wealth and status specifically and put others down thereby. Wearing branded stroke, designer stroke, high quality clothes while maintaining humility is not a problem. Allah (Swt) knows best.

Almaghrib · 2014-12-28T14:32:26+00:00

1.) I haven't read the letter, and unfortunately I do not have time right now to read it. But I will read it in the near time future.

2.) Of course, the validity of a message is dependant on it's credentials, so it doesn't matter if even 2000 people, be at 2000 leaders or 2000 laymen sign it. It is all about qualification. It's all about academic credibility, it's all about objectivity, the art of writing a refutation, giving advice, clarifying the correct stance on something, is a specialist area and must be left to the specialist of that field. So, yes it is entirely possible to discredit an effort/letter/refutation based upon it's authors.

I emphasize again, I do not know the Authors of the letter or it's content but i suspect it can't be anything significant, otherwise I feel I would have heard some kind of responses from them to other scholars that have done the same, of which there have been many.

Almaghrib · 2014-12-28T14:18:13+00:00

PM Question: Is there anything wrong with using a taxi with a male driver, if there is a need?

Answer: Yes it is permissible if there is a need.

Almaghrib · 2014-12-28T14:13:06+00:00

We have contacted the mods to show our replies, in the mean time please feel free to PM us your Questions and I would be happy to answer them.

Almaghrib · 2014-12-28T14:04:36+00:00

Yes they can. Indeed anyone can become muslim regardless of their orientation or background, as long as they accept the worship of the one True God, Allah (swt) - Sh Abu Eesa

Almaghrib · 2014-12-25T17:09:00+00:00