Prayer
Can I pray with nail polish on?
No, not with regular nail polish. Normal polish forms a waterproof layer, so water can't reach your nails during wudu and your wudu isn't complete. Rem…
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Daily Life
Do Muslims have to use water instead of toilet paper?
No, toilet paper alone is valid. Cleaning with dry material (called istijmar ) is allowed, as long as you wipe at least three times and get properly clean. Usin…
Daily Life
Can I keep my dog after becoming Muslim?
Yes, you don't have to give up your dog. Islam allows dogs for guarding, herding, hunting and real needs, and it requires kindness to every animal. Most sc…
Daily Life
Can I still play video games as a Muslim?
Yes. Video games aren't haram in themselves. In Islam, most hobbies are allowed by default. What matters is that gaming doesn't make you miss your pray…
Food & Halal
Can I still eat gummy bears as a Muslim?
It depends on the gelatin. Most regular gummy bears in the US and Europe are made with pork gelatin, which most scholars say is not halal. Halal-certified, veg…
Prayer
Do I have to take off my socks every time I make wudu?
No. If you put your socks on after a full wudu, you can wipe over them with wet hands instead of washing your feet, for 24 hours at home or 3 days when traveli…