News Re-Opening of the Masajid with Care and Caution RELEASE: Fiqh Council of North America June 2, 2020 In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate Re-Opening of the Masajid with Care and Caution The Fiqh Council of North America is alarmed at the spike of COVID 19 cases and related deaths in various cities and states
FCNA Ramadan Begins on Friday According to Fiqh Council The first day of Ramadan 1441 is on Friday, April 24, 2020, insha’Allah, according to the Fiqh Council of North America. The Fiqh Council of North America (FCNA) recognizes astronomical calculation as an acceptable Shar’i method for determining the beginning of Lunar months including the months of Ramadan
Environment Islamic Council issues statement on Fossil Fuel Divestment (ADOPTED BY MEMBERS OF THE FIQH COUNCIL OF NORTH OF AMERICA* DURING THE ANNUAL GATHERING OF THE ISLAMIC SOCIETY OF NORTH AMERICA IN HOUSTON, TEXAS USA AUGUST 30-SEPETEMBER 1, 2019) We recognize and re-affirm the scholarly work regarding the issues of Islam and the Environment which are found in existing
Canadian Muslims Ramadan begins on Thursday according to Fiqh Council (June 16, 2015) – Thursday, June 18th will be the first day of Ramadan, according to the Fiqh Council of North America. The Fiqh Council of North America (FCNA) recognizes astronomical calculation as an acceptable Shar’i method for determining the beginning of lunar months including the months of Ramadan and
Fiqh Council of North America Split decision in GTA - Ramadan to start on Wednesday for some, others to begin on Thursday (August 10, 2010) – Ramadan will begin on Wednesday, August 11, according to a statement issued by the Fiqh Council of North America. Ramadan has also been announced to commence on Wednesday, August 11, in Saudi Arabia and other Muslim countries. However, in the Greater Toronto Area, the GTA Hilal Committee
Fiqh Council of North America Fiqh Council – ‘full body scanner is against Islamic teachings’ (February 17, 2010) – The Fiqh Council of North America has issued a ruling against full body scanners which are being installed at airports stating that the devices contravene Islamic law. “The Fiqh Council of North America (FCNA) emphasizes that a general and public use of such scanners is against
Eid-ul-Fitr Canadian Muslims Celebrate Eid on Sunday (September 19, 2009) – Canadian Muslims will celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, the feast that marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan, on Sunday September 20, 2009. From Vancouver to St. John’s, the country’s Muslims will celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr tomorrow. The national organizations, ISNA Canada, ICNA Canada and MAC (Muslim
FCNA Fiqh Council of North America announces Ramadan (July 21, 2009) – The Fiqh Council of North America has announced that the first day of Ramadan will be Saturday, August 22, 2009. The Council recognizes astronomical calculation as an acceptable Shar’ia method for determining the beginning of lunar months including the months of Ramadan and Shawwal. “On
