Q. What is the authencity of this hadith: A person neglecting his salaat (even though he makes it up later) shall remain in Hell for a period of one Haqb. A Haqb is equal to eighty years of three hundred and sixty days each, and […]
Q. With regards to the Dajaal, the Khateeb mentioned in the khutbah today that the Dajaal will be blind in his right eye and as I read on the internet according to Sahih Muslim reported by Hazrat Huzaifah said that the Dajaal will be blind […]
Q. Is reciting the words of Dua Jameela a good practice either in congregation or as an individual? And are the blessings stated authentic? A. The words of Dua Jameela are not evident in any tradition of the Prophet (S.A.S) and hence, the virtues and […]
Q. I wanted to find out if muslim females can braid or plait the hair of males. I usually plait my nephew-in-law’s hair and I don’t want to be doing something that is Haram so I’ll appreciate it if you could kindly confirm whether this […]
Q. I was just wondering about calling the azaan and iqaamah in the ears of a new born child. My friend told me that it is a bidat because it is not stated in quraan or sunnah and Sheikh Albani also said that it is […]
Q. If a person tells another that he or she is lucky, is this shirk or Islamically correct? Also the phrase unfortunate, such as in the sentence, ‘the person was unfortunate to have bought the shirt before the sale.’ Is using the word unfortunate shirk? […]
Q. Please describe the Angel Jibraeel. A. Angel Jibraeel like other angels is created from light and can assume any shape Allah allows for him. In his original shape, angel Jibraeel has many wings and is a very big, huge angel. The Quran itself describes […]
Q. During the fast of 1429 (2008), I made a statement of which I have received no sure answer on. Note, I am a 16 year old male that is known for debating Non-Muslims and such on religion, Allhumdulilah I win, not one lost so […]
Q. Why is Makkah called Ummul Quraa? A. Ummul Quraa means the mother of cities and according to some commentators of the Holy Quran it is called by this name since it is the root and foundation of all towns and habitations. It is mentioned […]
Q. Is it permissible to sing the praises of Allah and send peace and blessings on his Messenger Muhammad (S.A.S.)? A. Praising and glorifying Allah are both essential upon the Muslims as commanded in the Holy Quran. Hence, it is upon Muslims to follow these […]