Rajab

7 Rajab 14357 May 2014

Istighfar (Seeking Forgiveness) in Rajab

QuestionI received the following message today regarding a particular Istighfar that should be read in Rajab and Sha'ban. It's the first time I've heard of it. Is there any basis to it, is it authentic? "Whoever recites in Rajab or Sha'ban the following istighfar 7 times a day, Allah will…

2 Rajab 14352 May 2014

When to Recite the Du’a of Rajab

QuestionWhen should the famous du'a for Rajab be recited? Should it be recited throughout the month or specifically at the beginning only? Many Imams at the Masajid even make du'a in Sha'ban as follows: "Allahumma Barik lana fi Sha'ban, wa ballighna Ramadan." Kindly explain

1 Rajab 14351 May 2014

The Status of “Salatur Raghaib” in Rajab

QuestionCould 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 the night that the Prophet (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) was transferred from his father to his mother's…

29 Jumadal Akhirah 143530 April 2014

Authenticity of the Rajab Du’a

QuestionThe 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 Ramadan.

28 Jumadal Akhirah 143529 April 2014

Is There Any Reward for Announcing the Commencement of Rajab?

QuestionIs this authentic? "The month of Rajab is here again, Prophet Muhammad (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) said: Whoever is the first person to give another person news about this month the fire is Haram to them"