Recent Islamic rulings have addressed several common questions that concern daily life, worship practices, and family matters, with clarifications provided by leading religious authorities.
Regarding leaving a prayer mat spread out all day, scholars clarified that there is no religious prohibition against it, and no evidence indicating that it is disliked, as this practice is common even in mosques, provided it does not involve disrespect.
Another issue discussed is the sale of prayer rugs containing Qur’anic verses or the names of Allah. It has been emphasized that honoring what Allah has sanctified is obligatory, and it is not permissible to sell such items if they are intended to be placed on the ground and subjected to disrespect.
As for prayer mats made of silk, the prohibition in Islamic teachings relates to wearing silk, not using it as a surface for prayer, so praying on a silk mat is considered permissible.
In family law matters, scholars explained the distinctions between divorce, ila’, and dhihar. Divorce ends the marital bond through a clear pronouncement, ila’ refers to a husband swearing not to have marital relations for a specified period while the marriage remains intact, and dhihar is a prohibited act in which the husband likens his wife to someone permanently forbidden, requiring expiation rather than constituting divorce.
Regarding fasting the six days of Shawwal before making up missed Ramadan days, it was clarified that making up missed fasts is obligatory, while fasting the six days is recommended. In certain situations where time is limited, one may prioritize Shawwal fasting or manage both depending on circumstances. These fasts may be observed consecutively or separately throughout the month, as they are voluntary acts of worship.
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