8 December 2023
Explanation of the narrations prohibiting cauterisation
Question Two Hadiths in Sahih Bukhari discourage cautery. What is the wisdom behind the discouragement of cauterisation despite it being a beneficial medical cure?
7 December 2023
A du’a Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) recited before facing the enemy in battle
Question What is the reference and Arabic wordings for this du'a? "O Allah, the Revealer of the Holy Book, and the Mover of the clouds and the Defeater of the clans! Defeat them, and grant us victory…
20 November 2023
The du’a Jibril (‘alayhis salam) brought to recite when sick
Question What is the source of the following du’a? Can it be quoted? Kindly provide the Arabic wording and English translation as well Bismillahi arqik wallahu yashfika min kulli da-in yu-dhika wa…
20 November 2023
A narration attributed to ‘Ali (radiyallahu ‘anhu) regarding angels not entering one’s home
Question Is the following Hadith authentic? 'Ali (radiyallahu 'anhu) said that Angels do not even enter a house that has wine, a drum, a tambourine or a flute. Even the prayers of the inhabitants of…
14 November 2023
The three signs and characteristics of a hypocrite
Question I would like to know if this Hadith is authentic. "Whoever has three traits is a hypocrite, even if he fasts, prays, goes to Hajj and Umrah, and claims to be a Muslim. When he speaks, he…
8 November 2023
Islam’s treatment of women in ‘iddah
Question In 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:…
26 October 2023
The Ambiya are not inherited from
Question Is the following hadith authentic? "We, the prophets, do not leave any inheritance; whatever we leave is charity"
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?
28 September 2023
Nabi’s (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) desire to meet his brothers
Question Is this Hadith authentic? The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, "I wish I could meet my brothers." The companions of the Prophet said, "Are we not your brothers?"…
28 September 2023
The Sahabah (radiyallahu ‘anhum) sought permission to castrate themselves while out in battle
Question In which Hadith does it appear that a Sahabi asked permission from Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) to cut his private parts so that he may not indulge in any forbidden act?
22 September 2023
A du’a to recite after the final tashahhud
Question Please advise what Hadith and what du'a is this? Rasulullah (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) said: "When any one of you completes the last tashahhud, he should seek refuge with Allah from four…
17 August 2023
The Euphrates will dry up exposing gold
Question There is a Hadith narrated by Sayyiduna Abu Hurayrah (radiyallahu 'anhu) in Kitabul Fitan that says a fourth tribulation will last 18 years then it will disclose what it discloses and then…
7 August 2023
The days of ‘Eid are for eating, drinking and intimacy with one’s spouse
Question Is it true that the days of 'Eid are days of eating, drinking and sexual intimacy (بعال)?
20 July 2023
Every nation has a day of festivities
Question Are the following words found in a Hadith? «إن لكل قوم عيدا»
2 June 2023
The foster siblings of Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam)
Question Can you please tell me the names of the foster brothers and sisters of Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam)?