Answer to a Question: The Reality of Ethanol from the Islamic Perspective
This answer clarifies the Islamic ruling on ethanol by distinguishing between methyl alcohol, which is treated under the rule of harm, and ethyl alcohol, which is considered *khamr* if it retains its intoxicating properties. It further explains the permissibility of substances where alcohol has transformed into a new entity or is naturally present in fruits without causing intoxication or harm.
Answer to Question: Has America Abandoned the Doha Agreement Regarding Darfur?
This political analysis examines the true motives behind the United States' shifting stance on the Doha Agreement for Darfur. It reveals how Washington employs diplomatic deception to sideline European rivals and advance a long-term strategy that mirrors the secessionist path of South Sudan.
Answer to a Question: Russia's Annexation of the Crimean Peninsula
The annexation of Crimea by Russia is analyzed as a strategic compromise between Moscow and Western powers, where Russia secures the peninsula while the West maintains influence over the rest of Ukraine. Permanent stability in the region is only envisioned through the eventual reunification of the Crimean Peninsula with the forthcoming Khilafah State.
Answers to Questions: 1- Use of Drawn Images 2- Benefiting from Impure Substances 3- Working for a Percentage without a Known Wage
This series of jurisprudence answers clarifies the Islamic rulings on drawing living beings, using pig genes in agriculture, and commission-based employment contracts. Sheikh Ata Bin Khalil Abu Al-Rashtah details the conditions under which images are permitted or prohibited and emphasizes the requirement for a fixed wage in labor agreements.
Answer to Question: Regarding Zakat
This explanation clarifies the Islamic ruling on Zakat for trade assets, particularly in the real estate business. It details how Zakat is calculated on the total value of capital and profit at the end of the lunar year, provided the Nisab threshold is met.
Answer to a Question: Women in the Hadith "Seven whom Allah will shade in His shade on the Day when there is no shade but His..."
This article clarifies the inclusion of women in the rewards mentioned in the famous Hadith regarding the seven categories of people shaded by Allah on the Day of Judgment. It explains the linguistic principle of *At-Taghlib* (predominance), which includes women in most of these categories while identifying specific exceptions based on other Sharia texts.
Q&A: Obama’s Visit to Saudi Arabia and Its Implications for Syria
This analysis discusses President Obama's 2014 visit to Saudi Arabia and its role in realigning U.S.-Saudi interests regarding the Syrian crisis and the Iranian nuclear deal. It further explains the dismissal of Major General Salim Idris and the appointment of Brigadier General Abdul-Ilah al-Bashir to lead the Free Syrian Army, reflecting American efforts to secure influence on the ground through tribal and regional leadership.
Answer to a Question: Implications of the Ukrainian Crisis
This Q&A analyzes the 2014 Ukrainian crisis, highlighting the geopolitical tug-of-war between Russia, the United States, and Europe. It argues that while a temporary political compromise may be reached, lasting stability for the region, and particularly for Crimea, lies in its return to its historical roots as a province within the Khilafah State.
Answer to a Question: Regarding the Prophet (saw) Thinking about Migrating to Madinah
This response clarifies the context of the Prophet (saw) "thinking" about the migration to Madinah, explaining that it was a natural progression of the divine command to seek support (*Talab an-Nusrah*). It highlights that while the Prophet (saw) strategically considered Madinah as a base for the Islamic State, the actual migration only occurred following explicit divine revelation and permission.
Answer to Question: Regarding Marriage and its Affairs
The Ameer of Hizb ut-Tahrir provides a comprehensive response regarding the Islamic perspective on marriage, addressing concerns about raising children in non-Islamic environments and the prioritization of marriage over secular education. He emphasizes that marriage is a means of protecting one's faith and character, and provides guidance on the correct Sharia etiquette for seeking a spouse.
Answer to a Question: The Reality of the Conflict in Central Africa
This analysis explores the geopolitical struggle in the Central African Republic, revealing how the brutal ethnic cleansing of Muslims serves as a backdrop for international competition between France and the United States. It highlights the historical roots of French colonial influence and the desperate need for a sincere leadership to protect the blood of the Ummah.
Answer to a Question: The Relationship Between the Delay in Burying the Messenger (saw) and the Bay'ah
This response clarifies the Shari’ah evidence regarding the obligation of appointing a Khalifah, specifically addressing the significance of delaying the burial of the Prophet (saw). It explains how the consensus of the Sahaba prioritized the Bay'ah over the burial, establishing the appointment of a leader as a paramount duty in Islam.