Q: I know that learning sihr is not allowed in Islam but what is the ruling on learning about sihr? There is a ruqya course on YouTube whose ustadh has an ijaza in the 6 books of hadiths and is an experienced raaqi but he goes into a lot of details on the kufrs the magician commits, how sihr is performed, and tells the meanings of the numbers in taweez and how the magicians use numbers to calculate the taweez. He has also read actual magic books (e.g. Shams al ma'arif, etc. for "informational" purposes maybe). We also come to know that the magicians say the name, "Baal" and blow on the knots. Even the footage of an actual magician is shown when he was being exposed. If this was allowed, why didn't the prophet (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) go into so many details? And of course, he tells us how to destroy the taweez and perform ruqya. I find it very iman boosting as it shows that Islam is the truth but am I sinning by watching these videos?

Q: Is it a misunderstanding of Islam to refuse to go beyond using pure supplications to Allah in order to overcome a huge problem at hand? Some local imams are prescribing things like taking special baths and drinking certain concoctions in addition to supplications and azkar. These are good and devoted imams. They say that it's okay so long as one is not committing shirk or using something forbidden. But I am not so sure. Moreover, I am someone who naturally believes in and prefers pure supplications, especially Quraanic and Prophetic supplications.

Please I NEED you to confirm the truth on this matter.

Q: When we make online accounts, some websites say words to the effect: "By clicking 'Create Account', you agree that you have read and agree to the terms of service". In such a case, is it allowed to just clicking "Create Account" without reading the terms?

Q: I am having a doubt that, if in my mind I think I should read a surah 100 times, is it important to complete it or can anyone read it on my behalf?

Q: Can duaas be recited with tajweed?

Q: I have a question about fairies... Should we have faith in them... What if they offer you some money and should we talk to them if they want to talk to us?

Q:

1. What is the duration of one alif in tajweed? How long should we stretch it?

2. I have seen in ‘simple rules of tajweed’ book that short madd duration is two alif. Can I stretch short madd for 3 Alif duration?

3. If sign of the short madd appears at the end of an ayat and we stop there, how long should the madd be stretched? I have heard in many tilawat that they stretch it for one alif when it appears at the end of ayat.

Q: What is the meaning of Rumaisah and is this a good name to keep? Some people say it has a bad meaning. What meaning will be taken if pronounced as rumay thaa with a ث or with a س and ah e.g. رميسا رميسة

Q: Can I put up a Christmas tree in my house? My intention is not to celebrate Christmas, but I am just doing it because my kids like it. Also, is it permissible to gather with family on Christmas day and have a celebratory dinner with the intention of seeing each other?

Q: Please explain how many kilometers are equal to 1 shar'ee meel (mile). It is mentioned in Beheshti Zewer under the ruling of tayammum. Generally in length; 1 mile = 1.6 km. Is there any diifernce between a shar'ee mile or and English mile? If yes please explain.