Purchasing an unborn calf and goat
Q: Is it permissible to buy an unborn calf or goat in advance? In other words, a person says to the farmer, “I am purchasing the next calf that is born from your flock.”
Alternative for charging a penalty on late payment
Q: A person runs a business and sells goods to people on account. What provision does Islam have for this person’s security in terms of him getting his money on time as it is not permissible to charge a penalty upon late payment? Sometimes, the account can be so huge per month that it can bring his entire business to a standstill.
Eating in front of someone who is fasting
Q: Is it permissible to eat and drink in front of someone who is fasting?
Using the internet
Q: Is it permissible to use the internet?
Recommended length for a man to grow his hair
Q: Is it permissible for a man to grow his hair as long as he wants to or is there a limit? If no then what is the limit?
Woman wearing a wig in front of non-mahrams
Q: Is it permissible for a woman to cover her own hair in front of non mahram men by wearing a wig. If no then why?
Wearing high heels and clothing that attracts attention
Q: Is it permissible for women to wear high heels shoes or any other type of footwear which makes a sound when walking in front of non mahram men?
Woman wearing a weave in front of non-mahrams
Q: A weave is a hairstyle created by weaving pieces of real or artificial hair into a person's existing hair, typically in order to increase its length or thickness. Is it permissible for a woman to cover her own hair in front of non mahram men by wearing a weave?
Women watching public executions in an Islamic country
Q: In an Islamic country, is it permissible for women to leave their homes in order to watch public executions and in order to watch all other types of public punishments?
Will one be eligible for zakaat if he owns properties over and above his needs?
Q: Please advise with regards to the following situation:
1. Yusuf is indebted for R1 million. Currently he has no means to pay the amount. He is working and earning a salary of R20000 pm. However this merely suffices for his monthly household expenses. He is therefore unable to pay anything towards the debts owed.
2. He owns a twenty five percent share in a property which is vacant. The value of his share is approximately R1 million.
3. He owns a share in a business wherein he is a sleeping partner. He is currently not earning any income from this business though there is expected capital growth. His share is worth approximately a million rands.
4. He has another freehold property which he lives in, worth approximately R2 million.
QUESTION: In light of the details above, is he eligible to RECEIVE zakaat? (Some persons are prepared to help him with zakaat so that he can settle his debts).