Answers from 7 May 2014

7 Rajab 14357 May 2014

Sprinkling Water on Each Spouse After Nikah

QuestionI have heard two points in a lecture regarding procedures related to after the Nikah. 1) It is Sunnah sprinkle water on each spouse. 2) It is Sunnah for the father of the bride to go to the house of the couple and make Du'a for them. It was mentioned…

7 Rajab 14357 May 2014

Istighfar (Seeking Forgiveness) in Rajab

QuestionI received the following message today regarding a particular Istighfar that should be read in Rajab and Sha'ban. It's the first time I've heard of it. Is there any basis to it, is it authentic? "Whoever recites in Rajab or Sha'ban the following istighfar 7 times a day, Allah will…

7 Rajab 14357 May 2014

Are Du’as Accepted at the Time of Marriage?

QuestionI heard that du'a is accepted in the gathering where Nikah takes place. Is this mentioned in a sahih Hadith and is it permissible to quote the Hadith?