Why do we start the holy month of Ramadan on different days? This is a question many have and it is a highly misunderstood topic.In this episode of Contemporary Islamic Law we will be discussing moon sightings. There is an ever growing frustrat

EP 5. Understanding Precautions "Ehtiyat"

Mar 15th, 2020 9m 42s

In this episode of CIL we will explore the terminology of Ehtiyat which means "precaution".This terminology is often used by scholars in their books, but misunderstood by the average readers. This show will help those reading the books of Islam

EP 4. "Popularity" Al-shohra

Feb 28th, 2020 9m 59s

In this episode we will look into the notion of "popularity" within the Islamic legal system. There are three types of popularity. One is a reference to a hadith, one is a reference to the application of certain traditions amongst scholars and

EP 3. Is It Halal or Haram?

Feb 16th, 2020 8m 17s

Is it halal or haram? Akhbaris & Usulis. In this episode we will ask a simple question , are things halal or haram by nature? Further we will examine the two main opinions by the Akhbaris and Usulis on the matter. Join Sayed Jawad Qazwini on th

EP 2. Is Music Halal?

Feb 11th, 2020 9m 59s

The big question, is music halal or haram? Many of you wonder why music is not permitted? What kind of music is halal?Sayed Jawad answers these questions and more during this weeks episode. This question has been answered numerous times but her

Ep 1. Female Mutjahids?

Jan 31st, 2020 9m 45s

Can a women become a mujtahid? Can we emulate a female mujtahid? Has Islam placed a place for the women in the field of jurisprudence? or is this a male only field?In this episode Sayed Jawad Qazwini will be discussing a topic which many schola

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