👤 Basic Information
- Full Name: Mufti Tariq Masood
- Title: Mufti (an expert in Islamic jurisprudence)
- Date of Birth: March 4, 1975 (approximate; not officially confirmed)
- Place of Birth: Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
- Nationality: Pakistani
- Religion: Islam (Sunni, Deobandi school of thought)
- Known For: Urdu-language Islamic lectures, fatwas, marital advice, and relatable public speaking style
🧒 Early Life and Education
📍 Childhood
- Born and raised in Karachi, Pakistan.
- Developed an early interest in Islamic knowledge due to a religious environment at home.
- Was deeply inspired by teachers and scholars at a young age.
🎓 Islamic Education
- Enrolled in a Deobandi madrasa system, a traditional Islamic educational track in South Asia.
- Completed Dars-e-Nizami, an eight-year Aalim course covering:
- Tafsir (Qur’anic exegesis)
- Hadith (Prophetic traditions)
- Fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence)
- Arabic language and grammar
- Logic, philosophy, and rhetoric
- Later specialized in Ifta (issuance of Islamic legal verdicts), which earned him the title “Mufti”.
🕌 Career and Contributions
🏫 Teaching Career
- Became a teacher of Islamic sciences at Jamia Tur Rasheed, one of Karachi’s well-known Deobandi institutions.
- Teaches advanced students, especially in areas of Fiqh (jurisprudence) and Hadith.
- Also mentors students in fatwa writing and contemporary Islamic issues.
🗣️ Public Speaking and Dawah Work
- Began delivering public lectures in mosques and Islamic gatherings across Pakistan.
- Gained popularity due to his humorous, relatable, and down-to-earth approach—especially on sensitive topics like marriage, relationships, and youth issues.
- Avoids high academic jargon in his public talks and speaks in simple Urdu to make Islam accessible to all.
📺 Media and Digital Presence
- YouTube Channel:
Mufti Tariq Masood Official – one of the largest Islamic YouTube platforms in South Asia, with millions of subscribers.- Offers full lectures, short clips, Q&A sessions, and fatwas.
- Known for his Q&A clips titled “Live Bayan with Mufti Tariq Masood”.
- Other Platforms:
Active presence on Facebook, TikTok, and WhatsApp groups through students and fans.
🔍 Core Areas of Focus
| Area | Description |
|---|---|
| Nikah and Marriage | Gives very practical advice on selecting spouses, maintaining relationships, and dealing with marital issues. |
| Youth Problems | Addresses temptations, pornography, masturbation, and gender issues frankly but within Islamic ethics. |
| Fiqh Questions | Answers questions related to halal/haram, purity, inheritance, divorce, business dealings, etc. |
| Current Affairs | Provides Islamic commentary on social trends, inflation, politics, and foreign influence in Muslim societies. |
| Women’s Issues | Encourages modesty, proper hijab, and Islamic marital roles, but also speaks against oppression of women. |
💬 Famous for Humor and Real Talk
- Mufti Tariq Masood uses humor, analogies, and cultural references to keep his audience engaged.
- Often jokes in his speeches, which makes his serious topics more digestible, especially for youth.
“Aurat agar pyaar mangti hai to mard izzat mangta hai. Dono cheezein ek dosre ko dena farz hai.”
(A woman seeks love, and a man seeks respect—both are obligated to provide what the other needs.)
⚖️ Controversies and Criticism
Though widely popular, Mufti Tariq Masood has received some criticism:
- From Liberal Circles:
Accused of being too conservative, especially in his opinions on women’s roles, hijab, and Western culture. - From Some Religious Scholars:
A few scholars disagree with his public style, jokes, or simplified explanations of complex issues.
Despite this, he maintains strong support from madrasa circles and the public who appreciate his balanced and non-political approach.
🕌 Personal Life
- Married with children.
- Lives in Karachi, where he teaches, records lectures, and runs his Islamic work.
- Known to lead a simple and humble lifestyle, consistent with his teachings.
📚 Publications and Books
He has written and endorsed several Islamic booklets and guides, including:
- “Shadi ka Tariqa” (The Islamic Way of Marriage)
- “Zina Se Kaise Bachein?” (How to Avoid Fornication)
- “Talaq ka Masla” (The Issue of Divorce)
- “Aurat ki Azmat” (The Honor of Women)
These books are widely circulated in PDF format and used in Islamic study circles.
🌍 Influence and Legacy
- One of the most influential Deobandi scholars for youth and middle-class families in Pakistan.
- His talks are often shown in Islamic schools, madrassas, universities, and even homes.
- Inspired a new generation to approach Islam with clarity, modesty, and realism.
🏁 Conclusion
Mufti Tariq Masood has emerged as a powerful and relatable voice in the Muslim world—especially in Pakistan. His success lies in:
- Making Islam practical, approachable, and solution-oriented
- Speaking honestly on issues many avoid
- Staying independent of political and sectarian agendas
- Emphasizing Islamic values, marriage, and moral reform
He continues to educate, entertain, and inspire millions with his balanced, non-dogmatic voice—anchored firmly in the Qur’an, Hadith, and classical scholarship.
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