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  • Custody of Children of Divorced Parents in Islam

    I'm confused about something and would like to know the answer. I read a part of something, that wasn't explained and it upset me and I need clarification. If a married couple divorce who have children, and the wife takes custody of the children, if she gets remarried, she has to give up custody of her children to the father? If this is true then why?.. More

  • Keeping relations with child of Zina

    A relative of mine has a son that was born out of wedlock. Although we know that Islamically he is not responsible for maintaining the child, he loves the child and sees him regularly. He also spends on the child by giving money to the mother for the child's food, clothing, toys, schooling etc. I want to know if it is permissible or recommended for.. More

  • Layla As a Name for Muslim Girl

    I want to know the meaning of Muslim name "Laila,' and if it is a good name for a baby girl? thanks. .. More

  • Having Muslim son baptised by Catholic priest

    I am married to a Christian Catholic woman, and we had a baby boy about 4 months ago. I called him ADAM. My parents in-law and my wife want to baptise him by a priest, but I refused, because I am Muslim, and my son has to be so. I am working at their own business, and I am having lot of truble with them all the time because of my son's baptism. My parents.. More

  • Changing name of daughter

    Iwant to change name of my daughter; she is now 3 yrs old.I think i gave her a wrong name; nowI want to change it. please tell me is it permissable in islam.I repent for having kept a wrong name.I really do. please reply/confirm. .. More

  • Sending Muslim Children to Non-Islamic Schools

    We live in Tampa, Florida, United State of America, where we have a full time school that teaches Arabic and Islam. This school is weak in education and discipline. Many families can not afford to pay the fees which is around 275.00 per child per month. Many of us send their children to public school which is stronger in education and discipline and.. More