1. Ask A Question About Islam And Muslims
  2. Ask A Question About Islam And Muslims

Ask A Question About Islam And Muslims

29 Questions

Is it permissible to invest in a company that primarily engages in Halal activities but has minor Haram elements, such as receiving interest income?
Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi

If the income of the company is a mixture between lawful and unlawful, then we must avoid investing in such company. Receiving interest from non Muslim banks is not considered unlawful according to many Muslim scholars.

Wassalam.
As a recent graduate experiencing financial difficulties without family backing, can I fabricate work experience to secure online jobs despite lacking projects, while still intending to work honestly? Will this income be considered allowed in Islam?
Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi

Fabricating work experience is lying or cheating. Islam does not allow lying nor cheating at all. Be always truthful, Allah Will Fund you a way for blessed income.

Wassalam.
In Western countries, companies serve both oppressors and others. What is the ruling on the income generated from these companies? Can it be considered Halal by paying Khums, given that not all customers are oppressors?
Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi

Companies with mixed income (Lawful and unlawful income) should not be involved in killing or supporting killers of innocents or dealing with alcohol, pork, gambling etc. Working in such mixed income companies then is considered lawful.

Wassalam.
Am I obligated to share details about my income with my parents if they inquire, even if I prefer not to disclose that information?
Zaid Alsalami

Bismihi ta'ala

No, you are not obliged to share details about this with anyone, and it is none of anyone's concern as to how much you earn. 

A parent might be concerned about your spending, or if you are being paid fairly, or something like that, so communication on that level is beneficial, and you should not be that sensitive as well.

And Allah knows best.