1 May 2014
The status of ‘salatur raghaib’ in Rajab
Question Could you please shed some light on the following: Laylat ar-raghaib, 'the Sacred Night of Desires'. It is one of the most important nights in Islamic history for all human beings. It is…
1 May 2014
Who was crucified in place of Nabi ‘Isa (‘alayhis salam)?
Question I have heard in many Islamic talks regarding the person who was crucified in place of Hadhrat Isa ('alaihis salam) that he was Hadhrat Isa's ('alayhis salam) companion who willingly opted to…
30 April 2014
Authenticity of the Rajab du’a
Question The following du'a is commonly recited at the beginning of Rajab, Is it authentic? Some people say it's baseless and should not be read. Allahumma barik lana fi Rajab wa Shaban wa balighna…
29 April 2014
Is there any reward for announcing the commencement of Rajab?
Question Is this authentic? The month of Rajab is here again, Prophet Muhammad(sallallahu'alayhi wasallam) said: Whoever is the first person to give another person news about this month the fire is…
25 April 2014
Hadith on wife demanding divorce
Question What is the authenticity of the following hadith: Rasullullah (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) said that a woman who demands separation from her husband will not smell the fragrance of Jannah.…
25 April 2014
Proof for Masah on the nape
Question What is the reason for the Hanafi madhab stating that one should do masah of the nape during wudu? Is there any proof for this from Hadith?
22 April 2014
Hadith on music
Question Is this hadith authentic and suitable to quote? 'On the day of judgement, molten lead will be poured into the ears of the person who used to listen to music'
21 April 2014
Hadith on virtue of reading a thousand salutations on Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam)
Question Kindly provide the reference and authenticity of the following narration: "The one who recites 1000 durud (salutations) on the day of Jumu'ah shall not die until he sees his dwelling place…
21 April 2014
Virtue of spouses looking at each other with affection
Question Is this a Hadith? When a husband enters his home and he and his wife both cast each other loving glances then Almighty Allah casts on both of them his glance of mercy
18 April 2014
One woman leading others in Salah
Question There is a Hadith in Tabarani and Musnad Ahmad that says ''There is no good in women's congregation.'' What is the status of this Hadith? There is also a report from Ali saying a woman can…
18 April 2014
Salutations (durud) being conveyed to Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam)
Question Please verify if this is authentic: When a person sends salutations upon Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam), then an angel takes the salutations to Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) and…
17 April 2014
Authenticity of the famous du’a after meals
Question Can you please advise on the status of of the recommended Dua after eating; Alhamdulillahil ladhy at'amana wa saqana wa ja'alana Muslimin Someone said its Munkar (very weak), is this true?
16 April 2014
Should we address the deceased after burial?
Question After burial of the deceased some people give adhan on the grave, they say “It comforts the dead in the horrid loneliness of the grave”, is the calling of the adhan permissible and is this…
16 April 2014
Virtue of performing two rakats after Maghrib salah
Question What is the status of the following hadith? “The person who loves that Allah Ta'ala protect his Iman until he meets Allah Ta'ala on the day of Qiyamah, should perform every evening two…
16 April 2014
There is none who loves to be praised more than Allah Ta’ala
Question How authentic is the following Hadith and what is the translation? ما أحد أحب إليه المدح من الله