18 Sha'ban 144528 February 2024
The Importance of Having the Correct Intention When Going to the Masjid
QuestionWhat is the meaning of this Hadith? "Whoever comes to the Masjid for something that will be his share."
Commentary
18 Sha'ban 144528 February 2024
A Reward for Clothing a Destitute Muslim
QuestionIs the following Hadith referring to poor Muslims or all Muslims regardless of rich/poor? «ما من مسلم كسا مسلما ثوبا إلا كان في حفظ من الله ما دام منه عليه خرقة»
25 Jumadal Ula 14458 December 2023
Explanation of the Narrations Prohibiting Cauterisation
QuestionTwo Hadiths in Sahih Bukhari discourage cautery. What is the wisdom behind the discouragement of cauterisation despite it being a beneficial medical cure?
24 Rabi'ul Akhir 14458 November 2023
Islam’s Treatment of Women in ‘Iddah
QuestionIn the following Hadith, what does احلاسها mean? عن أم سلمة رضي الله عنها: أن امرأة توفي زوجها، فاشتكت عينها، فذكروها للنبي صلى الله عليه وسلم، وذكروا له الكحل، وأنه يخاف على عينها، فقال: «لقد كانت إحداكن تمكث في بيتها، في شر أحلاسها - أو: في أحلاسها في شر بيتها…
19 Rabi'ul Akhir 14453 November 2023
What Does Rank/Status Mean in the Famous Hadith on the Reward of Salutations?
QuestionPlease provide a brief explanation of the Hadith that states "Whoever sends a single salutation [durud] upon Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) will be raised ten times in status" What does "status" mean here? Is it the status in Jannah or spiritual status?
10 Rabi'ul Awwal 144525 September 2023
The Reason as to Why Riba (Interest) Is Worse Than Adultery
QuestionCan you please elaborate on a Hadith which mentions something to the effect that consuming Riba is worse than committing Zina with one's own mother? There was a discussion on this in one gathering and one of the participants refused to believe that this could be the case.
16 Muharram 14453 August 2023
A Follow up Query on the Hadith Wherein Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) Told Ummu Salamah and Maymunah (radiyallahu ‘anhuma) to Observe Hijab
QuestionRegarding the Hadith wherein a blind Sahabi visited Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) and the wives were commanded to cover up in front of him, but one of the wives said, but he is blind. My question is: What did Rasulullah (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) say in response to his…
4 Dhul Hijjah 144423 June 2023
Clarification on a Morning and Evening Recital
QuestionThe following Hadith is recorded in Sunan Tirmidhi: «من قال حين يمسي: رضيت بالله ربا، وبالإسلام دينا، وبمحمد نبيا، كان حقا على الله أن يرضيه» Other versions state that it should be recited thrice. Should a person read it once or thrice? Are they both fine to practice and mention…
11 Dhul Qa'dah 144431 May 2023
Commentary of the Hadith “A Man Will Be With Whom He Loves”
QuestionCan you quote the Hadith and provide the explanation regarding "A man will be with whom he loves."
17 Shawwal 14448 May 2023
Explanation of a Hadith Regarding Allah’s Curse
QuestionPlease can you confirm the authenticity of this Hadith: لعن الله الناظر والمنظور إليه Regarding the meaning of "For the one who is being looked towards", is this regarding women who are dressed inappropriately and then walk past men?
6 Ramadan 144428 March 2023
Commentary of the Hadith Regarding Seeking Protection when a Dog Barks
QuestionIs there any specific reason that we should read Ta'awwudh when a dog barks?
2 Ramadan 144424 March 2023
Quran Recital Is the Best Form of Dhikr in Ramadan
QuestionIs it correct to say that reciting Quran is the best type of dhikr a person can do during Ramadan?
16 Sha'ban 14449 March 2023
Explanation of the Hadith Cautioning Against Playing Backgammon
QuestionPlease provide an explanation of this Hadith: "Whoever plays with dice it is as if he has dipped his hands in the flesh and blood of a pig." (Sahih Muslim, Hadith: 2260)
12 Jumadal Ula 14446 December 2022
Commentary on the Narration Regarding Three Vital Qualities
QuestionCan you please provide an explanation for the Hadith below: «من لم يكن فيه واحدة من ثلاث فلا يعتد بشيء من عمل: تقوى تحجزه عن المحارم، أو حلم يكف به السفيه، أو خلق يعيش به في الناس» In specific, what is the meaning of and reason behind: فلا يعتد بشيء…
6 Jumadal Ula 144430 November 2022
The Death of a Believer Is Regarded to Be a Type of Martyrdom
QuestionKindly grade and explain the Hadith "Every believer dies as a martyr."