Questioner asked that is it permissible to demand and taking money as a fee to recite Naat (nasheed) in different Islamic events or occasions.

Moulana Ahmed Ali Lahori ra used to bring his own food whenever he has to deliver Waaz (khutba) lecture to the audience. That is why Auliya Allah had a charm in his talks which always influence the heart of the listeners.

Are Naat Khawan are doing business to make money ???? or Do they truly love our beloved Prophet Muhammad sallal lahu ailah wasalam and want to glorify his name.

Clip taken from the recording of a program Fatawa Online, aired on the Year 2005. The program was hosted by Mian Tahir (Fazil Medina University ) and questions was replied by Mufti Ishaq r.a which was received on the telephone mostly.