30 MORE | “Fatwā regarding Ṣalāt al-Eid in light of COVID-19 Lockdown” – FCNA – Fiqh Council of North America

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May 13, 2020

Fiqh Council of North America

Fatwā regarding Ṣalāt al-Eid in light of COVID-19 lockdown

“All praise is due to Allah, and may peace and salutations be upon the Prophet ﷺ.

In light of the masāsjid being shut down due to the COVID-19 crisis and the upcoming Eid prayers,

the Fiqh Council encourages that Muslims pray Ṣalāt al-Eid in their homes with their own families

(or individually in case one is living by onself),

and there is no need for a khuṭbah.

The Eid prayer is not the same as the Friday prayer,

as Friday has different conditions and rulings.

Scholars have differed over whether attending the Eid is obligatory upon the individual or whether it is a communal obligation.

The Fiqh Council follows the view that it is a communal obligation in normal circumstances but that one is strongly encouraged to pray Eid.

While the general rule is that Eid ṣalat should be prayed in a large congregation,

it is permissible even in regular circumstances for the one who missed Eid to make it up at home.

Anas b. Mālik (RA ) once missed the Eid prayer in Basrah,

so he gathered his family and had one of his household lead them in two rak’ats.

And Aṭāʿ b. Abī Rabāḥ (d. 114 AH) said regarding one who missed the Eid prayer,

“Let him pray two rak’ats and say the takbīrs”;

as well Hammād b. Abī Sulayman (d. 120 AH),

the famous scholar of Kufa and teacher of Imam Abu Ḥanīfa,

said when asked the same question,

“He should pray as they prayed, and do the takbīrat as they did.” [Muṣannaf of Ibn Abī Shaybah, 2/4-5].

All of these reports are regarding those who missed Eid for any reason.

Given our current situation,

we advise families to observe all of the Sunnahs of Eid

(of taking a ghusl, eating a breakfast, wearing one’s best garments, saying the general takbīrat after Fajr, etc.)

and then praying a congregational prayer at home with their own families,

with the special takbīrat of Eid.

(The takbirāt of the Eid prayer vary between the legal schools – each family may follow their own school preferred school.)

All our four schools of law state that attending the khuṭbah of Eid is not obligatory,

nor is the khuṭbah a requirement of the Eid prayer,

it is not required to give Khutbah in every home.

The Fiqh Council encourages masjids to live broadcast Eid khuṭbahs,

and all families pray their individual congregational prayers at a given time,

and then,

after they finish their own Eid prayers,

they can listen to the live khutbah as a general reminder.

And Allah knows best.”

 

Prepared by Dr. Yasir Qadhi and adopted by the Fiqh Council in May of 2020.

 

 

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30 MORE | Day 20 – “The fatwa on praying Eid at home with one’s family has now been adopted by the Fiqh Council of North America.” – Dr. Yasir Qadhi

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“The fatwa that I shared a few days ago about praying Eid at home with one’s family has been adopted (with slight modifications) by the Fiqh Council of North America.

You may now ascribe this opinion to the Fiqh Council.

I am also aware of other Councils around the globe following similar views;

and many scholars in Muslim-majority countries as well have given similar fatwas.

The Fiqh Council (with unanimity amongst its members) feels that in light of our current circumstances,

there is a very genuine need to preserve the spirit of Eid amongst families by encouraging them to pray two rak’ats at home,

and there is plenty of precedence in our classical fiqh to extrapolate this position given our context.

The whole point of ijtihād,

and the real job of a faqīh,

isn’t just to cut and paste opinions of a different time and place,

but to contextualize and work within different circumstances to see what may or may not be adopted and modified for our current times and places.

It is always a difficult balance:

being faithful to the goals of the Sharī`ah in light of our traditional fiqh, vs. being faithful to the texts of our earlier scholars upon which we based our studies of fiqh.

And in this delicate balance,

scholars will invariably differ – such is the nature of not only fiqh,

but in fact of being human.

(This rumination is generic – the fatwa to pray Eid at home in case there is no Eid being offered is not a departure from classical fiqh, and is a well-known opinion of some legal schools – however the Fiqh Council feels that given the current circumstances it is just the more appropriate fatwa to endorse).

That having been said,

I hope that those who follow my social media and listen to my lectures are aware that I very actively preach not only tolerance but genuine respect for all mainstream opinions.

For those who wish to follow other opinions,

alḥamdulillah,

there is no problem whatsoever!

Obviously this is not a matter of ḥaqq vs. bāṭil or ḥarām vs. ḥalāl!

It’s just two rak’ats being prayed at home or not!!

So,

whatever position you follow,

enjoy your Eid day,

and may Allah accept from us our worship,

especially the ones coming up in the last ten nights!”

 

Here is the link to the fatwa:

http://fiqhcouncil.org/fatwa-regarding-%e1%b9%a3alat-al-eid-in-light-of-covid-19-lockdown/

 

– Dr. Yasir Qadhi

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Day 20 – VIDEO – Advice for I’tikaf and Eid Prayers in Light of COVID Lockdown – Dr. Yasir Qadhi – EPIC Masjid – East Plano Islamic Center

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“This has been a very different Ramadan for us all.

How do we take advantage of the last ten days of Ramadan with I’tikaf while being in Quarantine at home?

And how do we conduct Eid Prayers in our homes?

Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi answers in this video.”

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30 MORE | VIDEO – The Call to Prayer Controversy – Dr. Shabir Ally – Let The Qur’an Speak

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“Recently,

Local authorities in the Toronto area allowed mosques to broadcast the call to prayer during Ramadan.

This gave comfort to Muslims who,

Because of the Corona Virus Lockdown,

Are deprived of the chance to attend mosque during Ramadan.

But others protested against this allowance.

Are their objections justified ?

Dr. Shabir Ally shares his opinion.”

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Day 18 – ZOOM – Virtual Ramadan – Brampton – Ontario

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Virtual Ramadan

Pre-Iftar Zoom Call hosted by Urz Heer and Shaikh Omar Subedar

Monday May 11 2020

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30 MORE | Twitter Thread : “Basically, this is @TarekFatah explained.” — By Mubin Shaikh

05 11 20'

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30 MORE | Day 18 – “Al Jamia Masjid Vancouver to broadcast the Adhaan—the Muslim Call to prayer—daily at sunset” – Mayor Kennedy Stewart – City of Vancouver

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May 11, 2020

A Message from the Mayor

“Ramadan has and always will be a very blessed and active month for our Muslim community. That’s why I’m very pleased that City of Vancouver staff have been able to work with Al Jamia Masjid Vancouver to broadcast the Adhaan—the Muslim Call to prayer—daily at sunset and coinciding with the opening of fasting for remaining days of Ramadan 2020.

Since measures to contain COVID-19 began, daily prayers and gatherings at the Historic Al Jamia Masjid Vancouver, British Columbia’s first Mosque, have been suspended along with all other faith communities.

Broadcasting the call of the Adhaan gives our friends and neighbours in the Muslim community, and all communities, faith that the time will come soon when we can all gather at our chosen public places together once again.

I have had occasion to attend Al Jamia Masjid Vancouver soon after I took office as Mayor in the aftermath of the New Zealand Christchurch shooting. The gathering of all faiths under the roof of this Mosque gave peace, hope and inspiration to all those who attended and is emblematic of the place our Mosque has in the fabric of what makes Vancouver a special place to live.

I would also like to acknowledge the pioneering humanitarian contributions of Al Jamia Masjid Vancouver, the Ramadan Spirit Food drive initiative and the ongoing work of the Muslim Care Centre that provides, even in the midst of this pandemic, several hundred meals daily year round outside its location at 140 Hastings Street as well as support services to the community there.

We join everyone in our City and around the world in certainty that with our collective faith, discipline and unity that we will emerge from this crisis in safety and health with stronger bonds of faith and friendship.

Wishing our Muslim Community Ramadan Mubarak!”

Sincerely,
Mayor Kennedy Stewart

 

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DAY 17 – VIDEO – UPDATE: #RamadanMealsTO – Downtown Toronto Free Ramadan Iftar Meals Program – Masjid Omar Bin Khatab

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May 10 Update:  Alhamdullilah, with your generous support, we have been able to provide 2060 meals and 108 dry and produce baskets in the first two weeks of Ramadan.

The program is running at full capacity as we are experiencing a huge need across the GTA.

Assalamualaikum Wa Rahmatul’Allahi Wa Barakatuh (Greetings, may peace be upon you),

The blessed month of Ramadan has started.

Usually, it is a time for gathering, prayers, fasting and peace.

Local mosques would prepare and serve fresh halal meals to community members and those who may be in need, daily.

With COVID19 and strict public health measures in place, all mosques have remained closed.

In addition, many of our neighbours and vulnerable populations are following public health orders to stay safe and practice physical distancing.

Frontline workers continue to put it all on the line for our communities health, safety and well being.

With the support from community members and local groups (see partners below),

RamadanMealsTO

is coordinating with the Muslim Community of Downtown Toronto – Omar Bin Khattab to raise money and distribute halal cooked meals and food baskets to those in need.

Update:  Alhamdullilah, in the first week of Ramadan, we have been able to provide 567 meals and 40 food baskets.

The program is running at full capacity as there is a huge need across the GTA.

We need your help.

The more support we receive in donations, the more Ramadan meals and food baskets we can give out.

If you would like to volunteer please email us at ramadanmealsto@gmail.com

If you know any community members who may need this support please direct them to fill out the form here: 

https://forms.gle/pQyZFEEqmNDYSBgU6

If you would like to save on transaction fees, you can also contribute via e-transfer to ramadanmealsto@gmail.com (password: ramadan)

Jazakallah Khairan,

Partners

Regent Park Catering Collective
We have teamed up with the Regent Park Catering Collective to make this happen. The Regent Park Catering Collective is a social enterprise of the Toronto Centre of Learning & Development that serves as a valuable platform to create jobs locally and help residents and newcomers thrive. All members of this collective are certified with Safe Food Handling Certification.

Healing As One

Healing As One is a Downtown space for youth and young adults to create and support initiatives that heal and bring communities together as one. Healing As One has volunteered to support with meal and food basket deliveries across downtown Toronto over the month of Ramadan.

Muslim Welfare Canada The Muslim Welfare Canada is guided by the belief that Service to humanity is service to Allah (God). The organization is committed to serving those in need, irrespective of religion, nationality, caste or creed. In Canada, MWF we are involved in the fight against poverty and homelessness and are focused on providing food, health care services, culturally-sensitive shelter for women, their children and families in distress, and healthy nutrition to our school children and seniors.

Carrott Cache
Carrot Cache is a non-profit organization that supports small projects in Ontario working toward a sustainable and just regional food system. Carrott Cache’s financial support was critical in launching this program”

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Alhamdulillah today with the help of friends, family, and strangers (who all came together) we were able to help feed iftar for 170 underprivileged people throughout downtown and scarborough. Big shoutout to @paramountfinefoodsofficial and @sisterz_sweet_shop for the meals – @khatija_mm for leading the coordination of distributing – @ashi.manjra @aceexboogiee @doodles1212 @araf3 @teedubs32 @mutasimally and Mo Manjra for volunteering in packing and deliveries. Thank you to @masjidobk for partnering with us and letting us help their great intiative. 1 down and inshallah many more to come thanks to your generious donations – thank you to all who have opened their hearts for this great initiative.

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Day 17 – Jarvis Islamic Centre – Downtown Toronto – CTV Transplant

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Night 16 – VIDEO – First Ever Public Adhan Al Maghrib – Call to The Prayer After Sunset – Qadeemi Markazi Hussaini Association Of Calgary – 4755 34 St SE – Calgary

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السلام علیکم Peace Be Upon You All1st time in Calgary AB Canada at Qadeemi Markazi Hussaini Association of Calgary(Main Shia Muslims Islamic Center located at #4755-34 Street SE Calgary AB) the City Of Calgary has permittedPublic Adhaan ( Call To Prayer ). We thank those who made this possible, Especially Councilor George Chahal, Minister Sawhany, and Mayor Naheed Nenshi. Unfortunately due to Covid-19 Guidelines we could not have a gathering, but we pray to Allah S.W.T to cure this rapidly spreading diseases and for the wellbeing of everyone.#ramadan2020 #cityofcalgary #adhan

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“ السلام علیکم
Peace Be Upon You All

1st time in Calgary AB Canada at Qadeemi Markazi Hussaini Association of Calgary (Main Shia Muslims Islamic Centre located at 4755-34 Street SE Calgary AB) the City Of Calgary has permitted Public Adhaan ( Call To Prayer ).

We thank those who made this possible, Especially Councillor George Chahal, Minister Sawhany, and Mayor Naheed Nenshi.

Unfortunately due to Covid-19 Guidelines we could not have a gathering, but we pray to Allah S.W.T to cure this rapidly spreading diseases and for the well being of everyone.”

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30 MORE | Day 15 – “City of Calgary approves request for Masjids across Calgary to broadcast Adhan Muslim Call to Prayer for remaining days of Ramadan 2020” – Alberta Muslim Public Affairs Council

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***ANNOUNCEMENT*** Alhumdullilah, we are very happy to announce that efforts made by AMPAC and other community members has resulted in the City of Calgary also approving our request for masjids across Calgary to broadcast the Adhaan—the Muslim call to prayer—for the remaining days of Ramadan starting today, May 8, 2020. This approval is for the sunset or Maghrib prayer only. . The call to prayer does not invite people to physically gather; rather it is a beautiful gesture to bring our hearts together during this time of distancing. . Calgary now joins many mosques in Canada who have recently adopted the practice for the month of Ramadan for the sunset prayer only. We will be in touch with majids and organizations in Calgary. AMPAC has been designated as the main liaison between with the City of Calgary and the masjids for any Adhaan related items or updates. . AMPAC extends our deepest appreciation to the @cityofcalgary , City Council members, and most importantly, Mayor @nenshi for approving our request and understanding its importance to our community. This is a huge milestone and showcases the true beauty of our city, province, and country. . . . . . #ampac #albertamuslimpublicaffairscouncil #albertamuslims #yycmuslims #yyc #calgary #calgarymuslims #adhan #calltoprayer #alberta #acceptance #ramadan2020 #ramadanmubarak

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“Alhumdullilah,

we are very happy to announce that efforts made by AMPAC and other community members has resulted in the City of Calgary also approving our request for masjids across Calgary to broadcast the Adhaan—the Muslim call to prayer—for the remaining days of Ramadan starting today, May 8, 2020.

This approval is for the sunset or Maghrib prayer only.

The call to prayer does not invite people to physically gather; rather it is a beautiful gesture to bring our hearts together during this time of distancing.

Calgary now joins many mosques in Canada who have recently adopted the practice for the month of Ramadan for the sunset prayer only.

We will be in touch with majids and organizations in Calgary.

AMPAC has been designated as the main liaison between with the City of Calgary and the masjids for any Adhaan related items or updates.

AMPAC extends our deepest appreciation to the @cityofcalgary, City Council members, and most importantly, Mayor @nenshi for approving our request and understanding its importance to our community.

This is a huge milestone and showcases the true beauty of our city, province, and country.

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Day 15 – Drive-Thru Iftar – Masjid Qurtabah – North American Muslim Foundation – NAMF Canada – 4140 Finch Avenue East – Toronto

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“Alhumdullilah,

NAMF Canada successfully organized our drive through Iftaar for our neighbours in need during Ramadan 2020.

Our dedicated team distributed 140 iftar meals along with free face masks and hand sanitizers.

Our food bank team also distributed a large amount of groceries to deserving families. …

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Day 15 – VIDEO – JUMAH – Third Friday – Snapshot of what Jumah looks like in Ramadan 2020 due to Pandemic Lockdown

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I want to do something different today.

My intention is to embed as many Friday Talks or Friday Jumah Livestreams on the Third Friday, the Middle Friday, of Ramadan 2020…

A snapshot of what Jumah Looks like in Ramadan 2020 during the Pandemic Lockdown.

Inshallah,

I’ll keep updating this entry new videos as they are found online or tweeted to me : @30Masjids.

 

 

 

#Virtual_Friday_Khutbah_imamAlJammali 7Ramadan and the supplication رمضان والدعاء

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Jummah Lecture Only by Imam Nafis – No Salah

Jummah Lecture Only by Imam Nafis – No Salah

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Jumah Reminder w/ Sh.Alaa

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Over the past ten years of 30 Masjids in 30 Days of Ramadan project,

I would document every Jumah Friday Prayer I attended during Ramadan.

Sometimes by video, often photos, rare time with audio recording only.

In all those years,

I could only attend One Jumah in person each Ramadan week.

The Pandemic Lockdown has changed all that.

Now I can attend many…

Many Masjids and regular Friday Prayer Providers have been livestreaming at least something around their regular Friday Prayer start times.

IIT Islamic Institute of Toronto, cancelled Jumah yet began livestreaming Friday Talks.

Islamic Foundation of Toronto livestreams a Friday Reminder.

Sayeda Khadija Centre livestreams a Jumah prayer now conducted inside vast empty Main Prayer Halls with the bare minimum of people present to make the Jumah valid.

Like our cousins in faith, Livestream Jumahs need a Minyan.

Prior to Pandemic Lockdown of Masjids the world over,

Small to Medium sized Masjids would host two or three and sometimes up to five consecutive short Jumah Qhutbahs, Friday Prayer Lectures, to accommodate their overflowing Friday Congregations.

An Unintended Benefit of broadcasting / livestreaming is that every masjid who wants to, need only conduct One Friday Jumah Qhutbah.

That Single Jumah Qhutbah can be Quality instead of Quantity, unrushed and at length.

Everyone’s At Home due to the Pandemic Lockdown, what else are Muslims going to do Mid-Day on a Friday ?

Everyone who wants to watch, can watch from home at the same time.

Or catch their favourite Jumah Khateeb, Friday Lecturer, afterwards on youtube or elsewhere.

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30 MORE | Day 15 – VIDEO – “Here is my experience with hearing Adhan out loud from the speakers of Minaret of Windsor Mosque” – Malik Bhai

05 08 20'

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“During COVID-19 lockdown, Muslims can’t go to the mosque due to large gathering restrictions

Ramadan 2020 is also falling during lockdown

City of Windsor Canada approved the request of Muslims to have call of prayer broadcast on speakers until end of Ramadan

This has really uplifted Muslims spiritually

Here is my experience with hearing Adhan out loud from the speakers of Minaret of Windsor Mosque”

– Malik Bhai

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30 MORE | Day 14 – “I received a number of calls about the daily call to prayer that the City of Windsor has allowed the Windsor Mosque to broadcast for the duration of Ramadan. My response.” – Mayor Drew Dilkens – City of Windsor

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“I reflect quite often on the fact that I’m mayor of the fourth most diverse community in Canada.

It’s that diversity that helps make us stronger as a community.

I say that so often to different groups, and I really mean it.

When I hear, as mayor, racist comments or when I read some of the things that I’ve read I’m deeply disturbed by that because that does not reflect the broader community that I know in my city.

I think people appreciate that the city responded in this particular way.

And I think because of the situation that we’re in, it was the right thing to do.

We’re not alone doing it – many other cities across the country are doing it.

And I quite proud of that community and all that they’ve offered to help make our city better.”

– Mayor Drew Dilkens, City of Windsor

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