Father

A father is the male parent of a child. Besides the paternal bonds of a father to his children, the father may have a parental, legal, and social relationship with the child that carries with it certain rights and obligations.

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Father . Daughter . Baligh

Is a step father allowed to express fatherly love to his non-Baligh step daughter such as through a kiss or an embrace?

Zaid Alsalami, Shaykh Dr Zaid Alsalami is an Iraqi born scholar, raised in Australia. He obtained a BA from Al-Mustafa University, Qom, and an MA from the Islamic College in London. He also obtained a PhD from... Answered 5 years ago

Bismihi ta'ala

A "step-father" should aim at trying to become a father figure for his wife's children, and treat them like his own children. One positive way of treating children is by showing affection and loving care, through kissing the children, hugging them, and treating them in the best way possible.

And Allah knows best.

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Father . Disbelievers . Idolatry

Was Prophet Ibrahim's father a disbeliever and did Prophet Ibrahim ever sell idols for him?

Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi, Sayyed Mohammad al-Musawi is originally from Iraq and heads up the World Ahlul Bayt Islamic League in London. Other than being involved in various humanitarian projects, he frequently responds to... Answered 5 years ago

The real father of Ebrahim was a believer as we read in Quran that Ebrahim prayed for his parents ( O My Lord, Forgive me and my parents on the Day of Judgement) (Sura Ebrahim, Verse 41). It is not allowed to pray for forgiveness of polytheist. (Sura Al-Tawbah, verse 114) which is clear that Ebrahim did not pray for his disbeliever uncle but did pray for his believer real father.

Azar who was mentioned in Quran (Sura Al-An'am, Verse 74) was not the real father of Ebrahim, but was his uncle. His real father's name is Taarih تارح. Arabic language allows to call the uncle as father أبو but the real father is called والد parent.

'In Quran, Allah (SWT) mentioned Esmael as one of the fathers of Yaqoub Jacob though he was his uncle (Sura Al-Baqara, verse 133).

Wassalam.

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Man . Father

If a man doesn’t know his father or his name and cannot find out any details, can he use the last name of his maternal uncle who raised him?

Bismihi ta'ala

In this situation, there would not be any problem in the surname he chooses, and hopefully he will somehow be able to find information about his family.

And Allah knows best.

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Marriage . Father

Can a 43 year old virgin get married if her brothers are consenting to her marriage but their father, being very strict, may not be in agreement?

Bismihi ta'ala

This is an circumstantial case that must be looked at individually. Why is the father refusing? Under what pretense?

It would all come down to negotiation and finding ways of making sure the parents are content. Yes, she is an adult, and she could even be allowed to marry lawfully without her father's consent, but as Muslims we strive towards keeping our parents happy.

If after negotiation, and intervention from family and elders to convince the father, he is still adamant about his refusal, and it is unwarranted, that is when it would be advisable to involve your scholar.

We must always remember if we misuse any authority given to us, we will become oppressors and our punishment will be severe.

And Allah knows best.

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Father . Death

Will I meet my father when I die? Would he remember me or would he have forgotten me?

Amina Inloes, Amina Inloes is originally from the US and has a PhD in Islamic Studies from the University of Exeter on Shi'a hadith. She is the program leader for the MA Islamic Studies program at the... Answered 5 years ago

According to hadith, we will see and recognise our relatives in the barzakh.

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Girl . Father . Brother . Menstruation (Haidh)

When a girl starts her period can she turn to her father or brother for guidance about this important matter?

She can seek guidance from any trusted person like her mother, sister, aunt, cousin sisters. If she has no trusted female to guide her, she can ask her father or brother to guide her.

Knowledge should be taken from any trusted source.

Wassalam.

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Father . Marja' . Scholars

Is it sufficient to ask one trustworthy person about which Marja to follow? Does he need to be a scholar or can I ask a normal person like my father?

No, it is not sufficient to ask one trustworthy person about which Marja to follow. He must be a high caliber 'Aalim (scholar), yet his witness alone is not sufficient because witness should come from two high caliber 'Aalims.

Wassalam.

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Mother . Father . Cousin . Daughter . Marriage

Can someone marry his mother's father's cousin's daughter?

Yes it is allowed. She is like his cousin, so marriage is permissible between them.

Wassalam.

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Father . Silat al-Rahm

I had a fight with my father, left the house and moved to a different location, then my father also moved somewhere else. I want to patch up with him but he does not want to keep any relation with me and does not take my calls. What is my obligation?

You must keep on trying and trying to apologize from him and get his pardon. Allah (SWT) orders us to be nice to our parents even if they are non believers or wrong doers. You should not join their wrong but you must deal with them in the best way. Seek help of relatives and friends who can talk to him and do everything possible to make him forgive you. It is not an option but an obligation of the top priority.

Wassalam.

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Qadha . Father . Sawm (Fasting)

If the son cannot fast the Qadha fasts of his deceased father, is there any other option other than paying someone to do so?

If the eldest son is unable for health reasons to keep the Qadha fast of his deceased father, any of his brothers or sisters can do that. If he has no brothers or sisters and has no money to pay for someone to do that, he should recite Estighfaar.

Wassalam.

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Father . Marriage

I am 18 years old and I want to get my father's approval for a man I intend to marry who is religiously inclined and from the same background. However, I am afraid of my father's reaction due to my age and his strong personality. What should I do?

Zoheir Ali Esmail, Shaykh Zoheir Ali Esmail has a Bsc in Accounting and Finance from the LSE in London, and an MA in Islamic Studies from Middlesex University. He studied Arabic at Damascus University and holds a PhD... Answered 6 years ago

Bismillah

Thank you for your question. Although it is quite difficult to answer this question over the internet and with limited knowledge of your situation, it is quite natural for a lady of your age to be interested in marriage. As such you can try to broach the subject generally with your father in a soft manner and gauge his reactions. If you feel like it would be hard to speak to him, then perhaps speak to some of your other family members to speak to him about the subject, generally at first and then once he is used to the idea then more specifically. Your parents have your best interests at heart and it is important to consult with them as marriage is a major decision for which you need their help and guidance. If they do not approve of your choice and they have good reason not to approve, then you should consider that carefully. At the same time, most parents, in the end, will allow you to make your own choices, even if sometimes they are not completely happy with them.

May you always be successful

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Father . Marriage

Would it be permissible for me, as a virgin girl, to get married without the permission of my father if I’m terrified of falling into sin again and I know he would not allow me to get married right now due to factors like society and age?

Seyed Ali Shobayri, Seyed Ali Shobayri is of mixed Iranian and Scottish descent who found the path of the Ahlul Bayt (a) by his own research. He holds a BA in Islamic Studies from Middlesex University through the... Answered 6 years ago

Bismallah,

Asalamu Alaykom,

The following answer may help you:

https://www.al-islam.org/ask/is-it-sinful-for-a-girl-to-marry-without-the-permission-of-her-parents

May Allah grant you success

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