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10/08/2026

DARUL IFTAA CANADA
NEW FATWA ANSWERED

Title: Abdullah ibn Ismail al-Hashimi and Abd al-Masih al-Kindi: Who Were They?

The names Abdullah ibn Isma'il al-Hashimi and Abd al-Masih ibn Ishaq al-Kindi are associated with a reported exchange of letters concerning Islam and Christianity. However, questions have been raised about the identities of these individuals, the different English spellings of their names, and the historical authenticity of the alleged correspondence.

This article explains the difference between Abd-Allah ibn Isma'il al-Hashimi and Abdullah ibn Ishmail al-Hashimi, identifies who these individuals were, and examines their historical background and scholarly work. It also discusses the reported letter exchange between Abdullah ibn Isma'il al-Hashimi and Abd al-Masih al-Kindi, including the chronological evidence that raises serious questions about the authenticity of the story.

Answering Scholar:
Muftī Uzair Mutaqi
Lilburn, Georgia, USA

Checked and Approved by:
Muftī Yusub ibn Yaqub

Read the full answer: https://fatwa.ca/abdullah-ibn-ismail-al-hashimi-abd-al-masih-al-kindi/

10/07/2026

DARUL IFTAA CANADA
NEW FATWA ANSWERED

Title: Stole Something and Cannot Find the Owner? Islamic Ruling

Returning someone else’s property is an important part of fulfilling Huquq al-Ibad (the rights of people) in Islam. But what should a person do when they took something in the past, sincerely regret it, and can no longer identify or locate its rightful owner?

This article addresses the Islamic ruling on stolen property when the owner cannot be found, using the example of AirPods taken from a masjid. It explains whether a person must continue searching for the owner, how much effort is required to locate them, and whether donating the value of the property as sadaqah can fulfill the person’s responsibility when finding the owner is improbable.

Answering Scholar:
Mufti Owais Fasih Siddiqui
Edmonton, Canada

Checked and Approved by:
Muftī Yusub ibn Yaqub

Read the full answer: https://fatwa.ca/stole-something-cannot-find-owner-islam/

10/05/2026

DARUL IFTAA CANADA
NEW FATWA ANSWERED

Title: Do names affect personality and health in Islam

Questions about the Islamic significance of names often arise when someone experiences health problems or is advised to change their name for spiritual or personal reasons. Some people believe that repeatedly saying a particular name can influence a person’s personality, health, or overall well-being.

This article examines whether names have an effect on personality and health according to Islamic teachings. It also discusses the Prophet ﷺ’s encouragement to choose good names, whether a person should change a name because of its meaning, and whether a name needs to be legally changed on official documents. The specific question of changing the name “Abnan” to “Adnan” is also addressed.

Answering Scholar:
Muftī Uzair Mutaqi
Lilburn, Georgia, USA

Checked and Approved by:
Muftī Yusub ibn Yaqub

Read the full answer: https://fatwa.ca/do-names-affect-personality-and-health-in-islam/

09/29/2026

DARUL IFTAA CANADA
NEW FATWA ANSWERED

Title: Is Fermentation-Produced Chymosin Halal? FPC, Rennet & Vinegar

Is fermentation-produced chymosin (FPC) halal according to Hanafi fiqh? This Q&A explains the ruling on FPC, traditional animal-derived rennet, and commercial w**e vinegar, including the concept of istiḥālah and when vinegar is considered halal.

Answering Scholar:
Muftī Mohammed Wahaajuddin
Farmington Hills, Michigan, USA

Checked and Approved by:
Muftī Yusub ibn Yaqub

Read the full answer: https://fatwa.ca/fermentation-produced-chymosin-halal-vinegar-hanafi/

09/17/2026

DARUL IFTAA CANADA
NEW FATWA ANSWERED

Title: Qurbani in Pakistan While Abroad: Is It Valid on Eid ul Adha?

Can you perform Qurbani in Pakistan while living abroad? This article explains the Islamic ruling on the timing and validity of Qurbani when the person is in one country but the sacrifice is performed in another. It discusses the difference of opinion among scholars regarding Eid prayer, Fajr, and the location where Qurbani takes place, along with the more cautious approach of performing it during the common days of Eid in both countries.

Answering Scholar:
Uzair Mutaqi
Lilburn, Georgia, USA

Checked and Approved by:
Muftī Yusub ibn Yaqub

Read the full answer: https://fatwa.ca/qurbani-in-pakistan-while-abroad/

09/15/2026

DARUL IFTAA CANADA
NEW FATWA ANSWERED

Title: Online Marriage Proposal After Istikhārah: What Should I Do?

A woman receives a serious marriage proposal from a man she met on Reddit and, after praying istikhārah, feels that their conversations are progressing smoothly. However, she is uncomfortable exchanging photographs privately and prefers a family meeting. What does Islam say about involving a walī, exchanging photographs, and meeting a potential spouse before marriage?

Answering Scholar:
Mawlana Mateen Khan
New Jersey, USA

Checked and Approved by:
Muftī Yusub ibn Yaqub

Read the full answer: https://fatwa.ca/online-marriage-proposal-after-istikharah-what-should-i-do/

09/04/2026

08/17/2026

DARUL IFTAA CANADA
NEW FATWA ANSWERED

Title: Jeddah to Madinah First, Then Umrah: What Does Islamic Shariah Say About Miqat, Ihram & Umrah Rules?

Umrah from Madinah after landing in Jeddah is permissible. Learn Islamic Shariah ruling on visiting Madinah first, Ihram, and Miqat for Umrah.

Answering Scholar:
Maulana Taha Abdulkareem

Checked and Approved by: Muftī Yusub ibn Yaqub

Read the full answer: https://fatwa.ca/jeddah-to-madinah-first-then-umrah-what-does-islamic-shariah-say-about-miqat-ihram-umrah-rules/

08/05/2026

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03/14/2026

Question: We were not giving Zakat on a plot and a small house in Pakistan that we will buy big house with funds generated from sale of both, plot didn't sell, we bought big house with sale from small house and our savings. What is the ruling for Zakat on plot now?

Answer: Bismillahi Ta'ala, Walaikum Assalam Warahmatullah,

Real estate will only be subject to zakāt if it was purchased with the express intention of reselling it. Even if the land is purchased with the intention of holding it while hoping for the price to increase, zakāt will not be due because there was no explicit intention to resell. (Fatāwā ‘Uthmānī 2/41).

There are two aspects to address in your question.

1. Is zakāt due in the first place? If you purchased the plot and the house, intending at the time of the purchase to resell them, they are subject to zakāt. If you did not have the intention to resell them at the time of purchase and later decided to sell them, they would not be subject to zakāt. Therefore, the ruling for your plot is based on your intention at the time of purchase.

2. If they were subject to zakāt and, as you stated in your question, you had not been paying zakāt on them, you would need to determine whether they were in your possession on your zakāt due date. If they were, you would retroactively pay zakāt on them by determining their market value on the zakāt due date for each year and paying 2.5% of it in zakāt. If they were not in your possession on your zakāt due date, you will not have to do anything.

Summary:
1. If, at the time of purchase, you intended to resell the plot, you will have to pay 2.5% of its market value in zakāt every year that you hold it.
2. If you had any intention other than resale at the time of purchasing the house and the plot, there is no zakāt due on them.
3. Even though the house has been sold, if it was purchased with the intent of resale, you will retroactively pay zakāt on it and the plot for the years that they were in your possession on your zakāt due date, and continue paying on the plot for each year remains in your possession.

Wallahu A’lam
And Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Answered by Mufti Wahhaj
Checked and approved by Mufti Yusuf