According to this fatwa and the statements of Islamic scholars, if a woman uses medicine that permanently stops her ability to get pregnant, then it is haram. But if she uses something only for a short time because of a genuine need, and it only delays pregnancy, then it is makrooh. This ruling is based on the explanations of Imam Dmiyati and Imam Ramli in Shafi fiqh.

According to this fatwa and the statements of Islamic scholars, if a woman uses medicine that permanently stops her ability to get pregnant, then it is haram. But if she uses something only for a short time because of a genuine need, and it only delays pregnancy, then it is makrooh. This ruling is based on the explanations of Imam Dmiyati and Imam Ramli in Shafi fiqh.

Islamic Ruling on Women Using Pills to Prevent Pregnancy

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Fiqh-e-Shafi is a question-and-answer podcast where anyone can ask their Islamic questions, and a qualified scholar responds with clear, authentic answers based on Shafi’i jurisprudence and reliable references. The goal is simple: to help listeners understand Islamic rulings in light of the Quran, Hadith, and the Shafi’i school of thought. This program is brought to you by the teams at Fikrokhabar and Islamiafkaar, dedicated to spreading authentic Islamic knowledge in an accessible way.

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Islamic Ruling on Women Using Pills to Prevent Pregnancy

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