28 October 2024
‘Allamah Alusi (rahimahullah) recommends gifting daughters first
Question Where is this quote mentioned? Al-Alusi (rahimahullah) has said: "It is customary for men of value to reassure women's hearts because of their weakness. This is why it is recommended that…
16 October 2024
A narration attributed to ‘Ali (radiyallahu ‘anhu)
Question What is the reference for this statement? Is it the statement of 'Ali (radiyallahu 'anhu)? خير الناس من كف فكه وفك كفه، وشر الناس من فك فكه وكف كفه، فكم من فَكَةِ كفٍّ كَفَتْ فُكُوكَهُم، وكم…
16 September 2024
A hypocrite loves praise and hates criticism
Question Is this a Hadith? من خصال المنافق أن يحب الحمد ويكره الذم
9 August 2024
The etiquette of greeting when entering at night
Question I am searching for the Hadith which mentions how Rasulullah (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) would make salam when he entered. The greeting was such that it would not disturb the sleeping…
8 August 2024
Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) would perform household chores
Question Kindly provide the reference for the following Hadith: عن عروة، قال: قلت لعائشة: يا أم المؤمنين، أي شيء كان يصنع رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم إذا كان عندك؟ قالت: ما يفعل أحدكم في مهنة أهله،…
7 August 2024
Abud Darda’s (radiyallahu ‘anhu) statement on silence
Question What is the authenticity of this statement of Sayyiduna Abud Darda (radiyallahu 'anhu)? الصمت حكم وقليل فاعله Silence is wisdom, and those who practice it are few
5 August 2024
Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) engaging in routine household tasks
Question Kindly provide the reference for the following Hadith: سأل رجل عائشة: هل كان رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم يعمل في بيته شيئا؟ قالت: نعم، كان رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم يخصف نعله، ويخيط…
4 July 2024
Ensuring privacy while bathing
Question Is there any reference for this Hadith? "When any one of you performs ghusl, let him conceal himself."
28 June 2024
The Detriments of excessive sleeping and overeating
Question What is the reference for this statement of Sayyiduna ‘Umar ibnul Khattab (radiyallahu ‘anhu)? And whoever overeats will not experience sweetness in the remembrance of Allah... And whoever…
27 June 2024
Lack of modesty inevitably leads to a dead heart
Question What is the reference for this statement of Sayyiduna 'Umar ibnul Khattab (radiyallahu 'anhu)? 'Umar ibnul Khattab (radiyallahu 'anhu) said: "Whoever has little modesty, has little piety,…
27 June 2024
Ways to serve deceased parents
Question Can you provide the reference and translation of this Hadith? بينا نحن عند رسول الله إذ جاءه رجل من بني سلمة، فقال: يا رسول الله، هل بقي من بر أبوى شي أبرهما به بعد موتهما؟ قال: «نعم، الصلاة…
4 June 2024
‘Umar ibn ‘Abdil ‘Aziz displays patience and humility
Question I am looking for the reference for this incident: One night, 'Umar ibn Abdil-Aziz went to the mosque accompanied by a guard. As 'Umar entered the mosque, he accidentally stepped on a man who…
9 May 2024
Wahb’s ibn Munabbih statement on reciprocating gifts
Question Could you provide a reference for this narration? ترك المكافأة من التطفيف
1 May 2024
Asking people for forgiveness before Ramadan
Question Is this correct? "It is part of the Sunnah to ask for forgiveness from everyone before the holy month of Ramadan commences."
22 March 2024
Real wealth we ought to possess
Question What is the reference for this narration? Rasulullah (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) was asked: "What kind of wealth should we acquire?" He replied: "Let one of you acquire: A thankful heart,…