Fatwa #79297 February 2003United Kingdom
could you tell me what Fardh-e-Ain and Fardh-e-Kifaayah are and what is the difference between the two
Question
Could you also tell me which one means we all have to go and fight
Answer
1. Fardh-e-Ayn: It is an obligatory act which every individual has to fulfil, e.g. Fardh Salaat. (Shaami vol.1 pg.42; HM Saeed)
2. Fardh-e-Kifaayah: It is an obligatory act, however, by some people acting upon it the rest shall be absolved of their obligation, e.g. Janaaza Salaat. (Ibid)
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
for: Mufti Ebrahim Desai
FATWA DEPT.
CHECKED AND APPROVED: Moulana Imraan Vawda
2. Fardh-e-Kifaayah: It is an obligatory act, however, by some people acting upon it the rest shall be absolved of their obligation, e.g. Janaaza Salaat. (Ibid)
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
for: Mufti Ebrahim Desai
FATWA DEPT.
CHECKED AND APPROVED: Moulana Imraan Vawda