Religious rulings that concern Muslims’ daily life

A number of religious rulings were published addressing common questions that frequently concern Muslims, including greeting someone during ablution, the ruling on Fajr prayer timing, teaching the Quran to women, and giving charity on behalf of the deceased.

These fatwas aim to clarify Islamic rulings based on official religious institutions.

Ruling on greeting someone during ablution

Dar Al-Ifta Egypt confirmed that it is permissible in Islamic law to greet someone who is performing ablution, and it is also permissible for them to respond without affecting the validity of their ablution.

The ruling emphasizes the importance of spreading greetings among Muslims as a means of promoting love and harmony.

It also clarifies that responding to greetings does not invalidate ablution or interrupt it in any way.

Does praying Fajr after sunrise compensate for it?

The Fatwa Secretary at Dar Al-Ifta explained that Fajr prayer and Subh prayer are the same obligation, and performing it after sunrise counts as making it up (qada), not performing it on time.

Important clarification

• Fajr prayer = Subh prayer (one obligation)
• If missed, it must be performed later as qada
• The preferred time is before sunrise

He also clarified the common misconception that Fajr and Subh are two different prayers.

Ruling on a man teaching Quran to adult women

The fatwa states that it is permissible for a man to teach and memorize the Quran to women after they reach adulthood, as long as Islamic guidelines are observed and there is no unlawful seclusion.

Conditions include

• No private seclusion between men and women
• Adherence to Islamic etiquette
• A disciplined and safe learning environment

This practice has been known throughout Islamic history under proper conditions.

Charity on behalf of the deceased

Al-Azhar Global Fatwa Center confirmed that charity given on behalf of the deceased benefits them, whether it is from their own wealth or from the wealth of a living person.

Religious evidence

This ruling is based on the hadith of Lady Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her), where the Prophet ﷺ approved giving charity for a deceased person, indicating that its reward reaches them.

Scholars, including Ibn Hajar, affirmed that charity on behalf of the deceased is beneficial and its reward reaches them, especially when given by their children.

Benefits of charity in Islam

Charity is one of the greatest acts of worship, offering numerous benefits:

• Forgiveness of sins
• Protection from Hellfire
• Multiplication of reward
• Increase in blessings
• Peace of heart and inner comfort
• Entry to Paradise through the gate of charity
• Proof of true faith
• Purification of wealth

Social wisdom of charity

Charity contributes to:

• Spreading love among people
• Reducing poverty
• Strengthening social solidarity
• Removing hatred from hearts
• Building a cooperative society

Etiquette of giving charity

• Must come from lawful and pure earnings
• Given to those in need and relatives
• No boasting or showing off
• No harm or reminders of favor
• Preferably given in secret for sincerity

Impact of charity on wealth

• It does not decrease wealth
• It brings blessings and growth
• Rewards are multiplied greatly
• It turns into immense rewards on the Day of Judgment

Is it allowed to greet someone during ablution?

Yes, and responding does not affect ablution.

Is Fajr prayer after sunrise valid?

Yes, but it is considered a make-up prayer.

Is it allowed for men to teach Quran to women?

Yes, with proper Islamic guidelines and no seclusion.

Does charity reach the deceased?

Yes, and its reward reaches them by Allah’s will.

Does charity decrease wealth?

No, it increases blessings and sustenance.