Transactions
The Ruling on Shaving Someone Else's Beard
Ibn Bāz rules that a barber who shaves or trims people's beards is sinful and that his wage for it is unlawful, since helping in what Allah has forbidden is itself forbidden.
Scholar
Shaykh ʿAbd al-ʿAzīz ibn Bāz
Imām ʿAbd al-ʿAzīz ibn ʿAbdillāh ibn Bāz (1330–1420 AH / 1912–1999 CE) was born in Riyadh, memorised the Qurʾān before adolescence, and lost his sight in his youth. He studied under the scholars of his city — foremost among them Shaykh Muḥammad ibn Ibrāhīm Āl al-Shaykh — and rose to become the Grand Mufti of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and head of the Council of Senior Scholars.
He was renowned for his mastery of the Qurʾān, Hadith, and Fiqh, and just as much for his humility and the accessibility of his teaching. Over his lifetime he authored numerous works and issued countless legal verdicts (fatāwā) answering the practical religious questions of Muslims around the world.
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Ṣalāh
The Follower Reciting al-Fātiḥah in the Audible and Silent Prayers
Ibn Bāz holds that the follower must recite al-Fātiḥah in both the audible and the silent prayers, mentions the three positions of the scholars, and explains how the verse of listening attentively is specified by the Sunnah.
Ṣalāh
What Is Said When Rising from Rukūʿ
The imam and the one praying alone say "samiʿa Llāhu li-man ḥamidah" when rising, then "rabbanā wa laka l-ḥamd". Ibn Bāz mentions the four wordings for the follower.
Manners
Saying "Peace Be Upon Him" for Someone Other Than the Prophet ﷺ
ʿAlī should not be singled out with "peace be upon him" or "may Allah honour his face." Ibn Bāz explains why the Companions are all treated alike.
Manners
The Ruling on Dyeing the Hair
Dyeing the hair with pure black is not permitted for men or women, but other colors are allowed. Ibn Bāz explains the ruling and the hadith behind it.
Fasting
One Who Breaks the Fast Deliberately in Ramaḍān Without an Excuse
Whoever breaks the fast of Ramaḍān without an excuse must make up the day and repent. Ibn Bāz clarifies the ruling and the weakness of a well-known hadith.
Zakāt
Is Zakāt Due on Gold Jewellery Kept for Wearing, and How Much?
Zakāt is due on gold and silver even when kept for wearing, once it reaches the niṣāb. Ibn Bāz gives the niṣāb of gold and silver and the amount owed.
Manners
The Ruling on Songs and Music
Songs are forbidden, and some scholars reported a consensus on it. Ibn Bāz explains the evidence, where wholesome poetry stands, and the ruling on instruments.
ʿAqīdah
Allah's Highness Over His Creation
Allah is above His Throne, above all creation, and He is with us by His knowledge. Ibn Bāz explains the verses that appear to say otherwise.