Answers from 14 March 2014

12 Jumadal Ula 143514 March 2014

Correct Translation of a Hadith on the Good Fortune of a Believer

QuestionPlease confirm the translation and reference for the following Hadith: “The believer is indeed wonderful. When goodness comes to him, he praises Allah and offers shukr (gratitude), and when misfortune strikes him, he praises Allah and adopts sabr (patience).”

12 Jumadal Ula 143514 March 2014

Reference for the Benefits of Praying the Two Sunnah of Fajr at Home

QuestionThere is a Hadith wherein the Messenger (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) was reported to have mentioned three benefits of performing the two Sunnah at home and then attending the Masjid for the Fajr prayer. Could you source the wording of the Hadith and its authenticity?

12 Jumadal Ula 143514 March 2014

The Reward for Asking Forgiveness on Behalf of all Muslims

QuestionPlease verify if this is authentic: "If a person asks for forgiveness for the Ummah, like if he says: Allahummaghfirli walil mu'minina wal mu'minat, twenty seven (27) times, then his du'a is readily accepted"