SuraYaseen continues in verse 39 and states: And the moon, We have measured for it mansions (to traverse) till it returns like the old dried curved date stalk. Here, it is mentioned that Allah has fixed stages for the moon. The moon moves/travels through […]
While commenting on the word  ‘pairs’ as used in the verse, some commentators have stated that Allah has made many things to exist in a manner that one is a match for the other. Hence, among humans, animals and  the botanical/vegetation kingdom, the concept […]
And We sent not against his people after him a host from heaven, nor do We send (such a thing). It was but one Saihah (shout) and lo! They (all) were silent (dead-destroyed). These verses mention that for the destruction […]
Their disbelief, sins and bad actions were causes for their troubles and difficulties. Their statement that the Messengers were evil omens was due to their intense love which they had for kufr, shirk and sins. It was on account of these, they opposed the Messengers […]
Assalaamu Alaikum, I was reciting Quran and a verse requiring Sujood came, but it was sunrise and I know it is not allowed to make Salaah. I didn’t do Sujood. What is your opinion on this? Â Should Sujood be avoided at sunrise, sunset and midday? […]
Q:Salaams, Is there a nisaab for gold in order to pay zakaat? Can you explain what is the correct way to go about weighing your gold jewellery? Jazakallah. Wa Alaikum Assalaam, A: Yes, there is a nisaab for gold. With respect to the gold in […]
A: Assalaamu Alaikum, Can Zakaat be calculated on money in MCU (Muslim Credit Union) that cannot be withdrawn at this time? Also, can Zakaat be calculated on the Hajj fund in Takaaful? JazaakAllah. Farouk. Wa Alaikum Assalaam, A: Yes, zakaah will be calculated on the money […]
Asalaamu Alaikum, Q: I would like to find out about zakat. Like who has to pay for what in the household. Husband pays for what and wife pays for what. If the wife doesn’t have the means to pay zakat for her jewellery what can […]