18 October 2023
The nikah of one in the state of ihram
Question What is the correct i'rab and explanation of the words "لا ينكح المحرم ولا ينكح" which appear in Sahih Muslim?
24 October 2022
Explanation of the narration regarding the suckling of Sayyiduna Salim (radiyallahu ‘anhu)
Question Kindly explain the following narration, especially what is meant by the instruction of Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wasallam) to suckle Sayyiduna Salim (radiyallahu ‘anhu): Sayyidah…
18 October 2022
The severe punishments for not discharging Zakah
Question What is the translation/explanation of the following part of the Hadith: ونِواءً على أهْلِ الإسْلامِ This is part of a lengthy narration which appears in Sahih Muslim (Hadith: 987). The…
17 October 2022
Which date did Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wasallam) leave from Madinah for Fath Makkah?
Question Kindly mention which date Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wasallam) left from Madinah Munawwarah and arrived in Makkah Mukarramah. Different dates seem to have been mentioned regarding the…
11 October 2022
Nothing will decrease Allah’s treasures
Question What is the translation of the following Hadith especially the last part الليل والنهار? «يا ابن آدم، أنفق، أنفق عليك» وقال: «يمين الله ملأى سحاء، لا يغيضها شيء، الليل والنهار»……
18 May 2022
Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) informs a Sahabiyyah how to clean herself after ghusl
Question In the following Hadith does تتبعي بها أثر الدم refer to the applying scent on the body or garment? عن عائشة، أن امرأة سألت النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم عن غسلها من المحيض، فأمرها كيف تغتسل،…
13 October 2021
Madinah is a respected place and even the weakest Muslim’s covenant should be honoured
Question What is the meaning of the following words يسعى بها أدناهم، فمن أخفر مسلما in this Hadith: المدينة حرم، فمن أحدث فيها حدثا، أو آوى محدثا، فعليه لعنة الله والملائكة والناس أجمعين، لا يقبل منه…
30 August 2021
Commentary on the Hadith regarding the two pleasures of a fasting person
Question In the following Hadith, does 'فطره' mean iftar or 'Eidul Fitr? للصائم فرحتان: فرحة عند فطره، وفرحة عند لقاء ربه
25 August 2021
Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) would kiss ‘Aaishah (radiyallahu ‘anha) while fasting
Question Please verify this narration? Allah's Messenger used to kiss me while observing fast; and who among you can control his desire as the Messenger of Allah could control his desire?
24 August 2021
The prohibition of looking towards the sky in Salah
Question Kindly explain the Hadith in Sahih Muslim which states that one should not lift their eyes to the sky when making du'a as one's eyes would be snatched away. Does this Hadith refer to Salah…
12 August 2021
‘Abdullah’s ibn Mas’ud (radiyallahu ‘anhu) response to a questioner who was insincere
Question In the following Hadith, what is the meaning of Sayyiduna 'Abdullah's ibn Mas'ud (radiyallahu 'anhu) statement 'وكل القرآن قد أحصيت غير هذا' عن أبي وائل، قال: جاء رجل يقال له نهيك بن سنان…
12 July 2021
The reason for the Disbelievers prostrating when Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) recited Surah Najm
Question What is the reason for the disbelievers making Sajdah in the following narration? عن أبي إسحاق، قال: سمعت الأسود، يحدث عن عبد الله، عن النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم أنه قرأ والنجم فسجد فيها، وسجد…
29 June 2021
Explanation regarding the Hadith pertaining to the heat and cold of Jahannam
Question How would one explain the following Hadith keeping in mind that different parts of the world have summer and winter at different times? عن أبي هريرة رضي الله عنه عن رسول الله صلى الله عليه…
17 June 2021
Announcing a lost item in the Masjid
Question Is this Hadith authentic? Sayyiduna Abu Hurayrah (radiyallahu 'anhu) narrates that Rasulullah (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) is reported to have said, "Whoever hears a person announcing a…
14 June 2021
A narration regarding raising the hands in Salah
Question Sayyiduna Jabir ibn Samurah (radiyallahu 'anhu) relates that once Rasulullah (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) came out towards us and said: "Why is it that I see you all raising your hands as…