Day Questions

There is a group in Turkey called the “Alevi”. Are they considered to be Shia, or are they Ghulat?

If they are apparently observing Islam that is based on the two testimonies of faith, then they are regarded as Muslims even if they believe in some misguided ideas.

Nowadays, dogs are used in rescue services, to assist in searches and for security purposes. Can one purchase a dog for these purposes?

It is permissible to buy and sell hunting dogs. It is not permissible to purchase other kinds of dogs. However, one can pay money in exchange of the owner letting go of his right over the dog.

Is there any punishment (Hudd) mentioned in the holy Quran for Homosexuality?

There is punishment mentioned in the Holy Quran with regards to the homosexuality. However, it is mentioned in the Sunnah – narrations of the prophet and the imams of the Ahlulbait.

What is the rule on black magic? Is teaching people black magic permissible or prohibited?

Magic is prohibited. Yes, if one is required to stop the effect of magic by using magic itself, and being under the effect of magic is harmful, then it is permissible to terminate magic by magic.