Answers from 16 October 2017

25 Muharram 143916 October 2017

The Keys of the Ka’bah

QuestionHow was the key of the Ka'bah given to Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) on the occasion of the Conquest of Makkah? Was it taken or was it handed over willingly?

25 Muharram 143916 October 2017

Meaning of “Ruknayn”

QuestionWhat does "ruknayn" refer to in the following narration: ويمشوا ما بين الركنين

25 Muharram 143916 October 2017

Who Suggested Digging the Trench?

QuestionI have heard that the suggestion of Salman Farsi regarding trenches is without sanad. Is this true?

25 Muharram 143916 October 2017

The True Majahid Is One who Strives Against His Soul

QuestionIs the following Hadith authentic? Sayyiduna Fadalah ibn 'Ubayd (radiyallahu 'anhu) reports that Rasulullah (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) said: "The true mujahid is he who strives against his soul for the pleasure/obedience of Allah Ta'ala"