19 August 2022
A Sahabi’s (radiyallahu ‘anhu) advice on leaving things that do not concern a person and protecting the tongue
Question I am looking for a reference for the following: Sayyiduna Ibnul 'As (radiyallahu 'anhuma) said: "Leave what has nothing to do with you, don't speak about what doesn't concern you and secure…
5 August 2022
An incident regarding alcohol being the leader to all sins
Question Is the following incident drawn from the Hadith? Once, a pious man was invited by a woman to commit adultery. The man refused. The woman gave him a choice of options: - Committing adultery…
1 July 2022
The Ambiya were ordered to do three things
Question What is the status of this Hadith? ثلاث من سنن المرسلين، تعجيل الإفطار، و تأخير السحور، واخذ الشمال باليمين في الصلاة
23 June 2022
When an open sinner [fasiq] is praised, Allah’s ‘Arsh shudders
Question What is the status of the following Hadith? "When a fasiq is praised (or honoured) the 'Arsh shudders [on account] of it."
17 June 2022
A narration describing the dwellings of Jannatu ‘Adn
Question Is this Hadith authentic? Rasulullah (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) was asked regarding the Verse, "ومساكن طيبة في جنات عدن -The fine dwellings in the eternal Jannah." He replied, "[These]…
14 June 2022
The virtue of a naval expedition
Question What is status of following narration? غزوة في البحر خير من عشر غزوات في البر
10 June 2022
Whoever constantly remembers death will be content with a little
Question Please mention the reference of this narration: من أكثر ذكر الموت، كفاه اليسير، ومن عرف أن منطقه من عمله، قل كلامه
6 June 2022
Winter is a spring for the Believer
Question Please let me know the source and reliability of the Hadith: "Winter is a spring for the believer"
18 April 2022
Be mindful of your children’s Salah and ensure that they are habitually carrying out good deeds
Question Please confirm the reference of this narration: حافظوا على أبنائكم في الصلاة، ثم تعودوا/وعوّدوهم الخير؛ فإنما الخير بالعادة
8 April 2022
‘Aisha’s (radiyallahu ‘anha) statement regarding a girl when she turns nine years old
Question What is the authenticity of this narration? Sayyidah 'Aishah (radiyallahu 'anha) said: "When a girl reaches nine years of age she is a woman."
7 April 2022
Another version of the narration regarding a woman should remain concealed
Question Is this narration authentic? Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) said: "A woman is 'awrah. Thus, hold her at home. Because, when she is about to go outdoors, and her kinsmen ask, 'Where are…
11 March 2022
An intelligent person thinks before speaking whereas a fool just blurts out
Question What is the source of this narration? لسان العاقل من وراء قلبه، فإذا عرض له قول نظر، فإن كان له قال، وإن كان عليه أمسك، ولسان الأحمق أمام قلبه، فإذا عرض له القول قال عليه أو له……
23 February 2022
Fasting seven days in Rajab
Question Is the following narration authentic? Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) said: "Whosoever observes seven fasts in the month of Rajab, the seven doors of Hell will be closed for him."…
22 February 2022
‘Umar asks Ubayy ibn Ka’b (radiyallahu ‘anhuma) regarding Taqwa
Question What is the reference for the following narration? سأل أمير المؤمنين عمر أبيّ ابن كعب فقال له: ما التقوى؟ فقال أبيّ: يا أمير المؤمنين أما سلكت طريقًا فيه شوك؟! فقال: نعم، قال: فماذا فعلت؟…
19 November 2021
Increase in istighfar [seeking forgiveness] for you do not know when Allah’s mercy will descend
Question What is the reference for this Hadith? Be abundant in seeking Allah's forgiveness. In your homes, at your table, on your travel, in the market place, in your gatherings. Wherever you may be,…