1. Ask A Question About Islam And Muslims
  2. Ask A Question About Islam And Muslims

Ask A Question About Islam And Muslims

103 Questions

I reside in the UK with my husband and our 10-month-old daughter. I am considering returning to work but struggling to choose between childcare or working, especially without family support. What would be the best option for me?
Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi

Child care is more important and it is the best you can do for your child and family and you future in this life and hereafter. Whatever money you might get from working will never compensate the loss of your child when you spend long hours away from him. Child care and looking after your children in fact is the best investment.

Wassalam.
Is it possible for the deceased to maintain a connection with their grieving family after death? Can they see or hear their circumstances or witness their family's daily lives? Please share references from the Quran and sayings of the Imams.
Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi

According to narrations, deceased soul can come to his house and family once a year, or once a month or weekly, depending on his degree. If he sees his family doing good deeds, he will be happy and if he sees them in bad situation, he will be sad. (Biharul Anwar V.6, page 257).

Wassalam.
Is it considered allowed to hold a beach wedding after the Nikkah, with mixed family and friends from both the bride's and groom's sides, followed by a celebration party with Halal food and drinks?
Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi

Arranging mixed gathering between males and females with out proper Hijab is not permissible.

Wassalam.
As a 33-year-old man involved in a family business, I find the environment unhealthy due to hurtful remarks from my father and older brother. How can I address this situation effectively?
Zaid Alsalami

Bismihi ta'āla

They have no right to direct hurtful remarks to you, and they will be responsible for that. Unfortunately, some family-run businesses become very toxic and a reason for severing ties with family members. 

They might not know how these comments are hurting you, so explain it to them. They might not mean it as well. Many people express their frustration or anger with verbal outcry, saying bad things. 

You must try to overlook that, for the sake of your work. Try to perfect your work contribution as well, so you dont give them an excuse to say anything but praise. 

If things get worse, try to save up enough to do your own work, but do not leave on bad terms.

And Allah knows best