Sirah and History

5 Dhul Qa'dah 14379 August 2016

Explanation on the Marriage Age of ‘Aishah (radiyallahu ‘anha)

QuestionThere is a famous narration in Sahih Bukhari confirming that Sayyidatuna 'Aishah (radiyallahu 'anha) got married at the age of six, and she began to live with Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) at the age of nine. However, some people have rejected the narration because they said it conflicts with…

9 Shawwal 143715 July 2016

The 99 Names of Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam)

QuestionCan you please clarify the following about the 99 names of Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) 1) Does Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) have 99 names? 2) Is this not bordering on shirk because Allah gave Himself (for lack of a better word) 99 names and this is 'elevating' our…

18 Ramadan 143724 June 2016

The Lineage of Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam)

QuestionIs this lineage of Nabi (sallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) authentic? 1. Sayyiduna Muhammad 2. ibn 'Abdullah, 3. ibn 'Abdul Muttalib (also known as Shaybah), 4. ibn Hashim, (also known as 'Amr), 5. ibn 'Abd Munaf (also known as Al Mughira), 6. ibn Qusayy (also known as Zayd), 7. ibn Kilab,…

27 Rajab 14375 May 2016

A Flying Carpet Used During Mi’raj?

QuestionKindly provide the Hadith where mention is made of the transport "raff raff" [A silken green carpet which was used to transport Nabi sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam] during the Mi'raj, its description and the reference please.

23 Rajab 14371 May 2016

A Hadith on the Perspiration of Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) Emitting Nur

QuestionIs the following authentic? Sayyidah 'Aishah (radiyallahu 'anha) says: "Once I was once seated sewing/threading and Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) was mending his shoe. The blessed forehead of Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) began trickling with perspiration. Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam)'s perspiration began to emit light (Nur) so…

20 Rajab 143728 April 2016

Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam)’s Description in the Tawrah

QuestionWhat is the authenticity of this narration? "By Allah, Muhammad is described in Tawrah with some of the qualities attributed to him in the Quran as follows: "O Prophet! We have sent you as a witness And a giver of glad tidings, And a warner And guardian of the illiterates.…

28 Jumadal Akhirah 14377 April 2016

Parting Advices to Those Going in the Path of Allah

QuestionWas it the common practice of Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) and Sahabah (radiyallahu 'anhum) to give Hidayat (Guidelines) to anyone going in the Path of Allah Ta'ala, from individuals to jamats?

29 Jumadal Ula 14379 March 2016

Shima, the Foster Sister of Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam)

QuestionIs this incident true? Shima, the daughter of Halima Sa'diyyah, went to Madinah Tayyibah to meet Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) where He (sallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) treated her well and she accepted Islam and was a means of Hidaayat for others

27 Jumadal Ula 14377 March 2016

What to Recite When Throwing Soil in the Grave

QuestionI would like to know if Rasulullah (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) and his Sahabah (radiyallahu 'anhum) use to recite the verse: Minha khalaqnakum wa fiha nu'edukum wa minha nukhrijukum taratan ukhra at the time of throwing soil on the deceased person? Please give reference.

8 Jumadal Ula 143717 February 2016

Victory Through the Blessing of the Hair of Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam)

QuestionI request your help in telling us about the authenticity and correct translation of this narration and is it suitable to quote? حَدَّثَنِي عَلِيُّ بْنُ عِيسَى، أَنَا أَحْمَدُ بْنُ نَجْدَةَ، ثَنَا سَعِيدُ بْنُ مَنْصُورٍ، ثَنَا هُشَيْمٌ، ثَنَا عَبْدُ الْحَمِيدِ بْنُ جَعْفَرٍ، عَنْ أَبِيهِ، أَنَّ خَالِدَ بْنَ الْوَلِيدِ، فَقَدْ قَلَنْسُوَةً لَهُ…