Questions and Answers

Selma Cook

This is a collection of miscellaneous issues which are of concern to Muslim women and addressed (for the most part) from a scholarly point of view.

Questions about Muslim Women in the Modern World
A list of FAQ's regarding today's Muslim woman. Asked by a non-Muslim.
Fatawas Regarding Women
This website provides an index of questions about women which have been answered by trusted Islamic scholars. Many topics are discussed, including faith, marriage, hygiene, veiling, etc. A good reference.
Gender Issues
A description of the appropriate way for a woman to speak to a man, travel and attend prayers in the mosque.
Muslim Women in Sport
A discussion of Islamic etiquette regarding Muslim women who play sports. Learn the do's and don'ts of swimming, self-defense and more.
Fiqh-us-Sunnah, Volume 3: The Fast of Ramadan
This scholarly work explains the proper way to make up missed days of fasting from the month of Ramadan.
Women and Hajj
Scholarly rulings on issues of concern to women making the pilgrimage to Makkah.
Prayer for Women
The prayer of Muslim men and women is the same but this article explains some distinctions which apply in certain situations.
Where Shall I Pray?
Explains why it is preferred but not obligatory for a woman to pray at home.
Women and the Mosque
Everything you need to know about women attending prayers in the mosque.
Zakat on Womens' Jewelry
A summary of opinions on whether a woman must pay zakat on her jewelry. A little confusing: better to check with an expert.

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