Answers from 6 May 2014

6 Rajab 14356 May 2014

Deeds That Will Assist in Crossing the “Sirat” (bridge over Jahannam)

QuestionI have a question regarding the speed at which people will cross the Sirat. Several Hadiths including those of sahih Bukhari mention the different speeds with which the people will cross the bridge over Jahannam. Is there any Hadith that mentions the type of actions they did to cross the…

6 Rajab 14356 May 2014

A Hadith Regarding Sea Travel

QuestionKindly advise on the authenticity of the Hadith of not travelling by sea except for Hajj or 'Umrah.

6 Rajab 14356 May 2014

Du’a Before Mashwarah (Consultation)

QuestionIs this mashwarah du'a authentic? اللّٰهُمَّ أَلْهِمْنِي رُشْدِي، وَأَعِذْنِي مِنْ شَرِّ نَفْسِي "Allahumma alhimni rushdi wa a'idhni min shari nafsi" O Allah! Inspire me with the correct guidance, and save me from the wiles of my own nafs.

6 Rajab 14356 May 2014

Hadith on What Company to Keep

QuestionIs this a sahih Hadith? "Which of our companions are best?” Rasulullah (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) replied: "One whose appearance reminds you of Allah Ta'ala, and whose speech increases you in knowledge, and whose actions remind you of the Hereafter."