Q66: Can you provide a list of the Surahs that are Sunnat to recite in each of the Rakaat of every daily Salaah?
Question Can you provide a list of the Surahs that are Sunnat to recite in each of the Rakaat of every daily Salaah? Answer In Fajr and Zuhr from Tiwale Mufassal. In Asr and Isha from Ansaate Mufassal In Maghrib from Qisaare Mufassal. Mufassal starts from Surah Hujuraat (Surah 49) Tiwal is upto Al-Buruj (85) […]
Q65: How should we act towards those that have tampered without our Aqidat such as Qadianis, Ismailis, etc?
Question How should we act towards those that have tampered without our Aqidat such as Qadianis, Ismailis, etc? Answer As gently as possible, where firmness is needed, be firm. Increase your knowledge. Read “Differences of the Ummat and Sirate Mustaqeem” by Hadhrat Maulana Yusuf Ludhyanwi Rahmatullahi Alayhi
Q64: We have pictures in my house that are not on display but in cupboards and also on books. Is this allowed? What is your opinion regarding taking photos via mobile phones?
Question Salaam, In my house we have pictures of people, but they are not on display, they are in the cupboard and also i have many books in which there are many faces eg. harry potter. Is this allowed. and also what is your opinion regarding taking photos via mobile phone. Remember me in your […]
Q63: When in the english toilet, if the trouser touches the floor in the bathroom, does this make the trouser napaak?
Question When in the english toilet, if the trouser touches the floor in the bathroom, does this make the trouser napaak? Answer The floor will be either wet or dry. If it’s dry, nothing becomes napaak. It it’s wet, then if you can be certain that it’s napaak (e.g. due to the smell of urine), […]
Q62: I wasn't clear if I had level 1 or 2 for a qualification. Level 2 was required for university so I said level 2. Is this OK?
Question When I applied for university the admissions officer asked me for a specific qualification if I had it or not as it was a requirement for the course I was doing, however I wasn’t clear where it was a level 1 or level 2 as when I got the qualification from the college it […]
Q61: Is it permissible to work as a delivery driver for pizza hut?
Question Is it permissible to work as a delivery driver for pizza hut? Answer Yes, because you will only be delivering the pizzas. However if you can open your own business or find another job it would be better.
Q60: I am in need of 5 English Quraans
Question I am in need of 5 English Quraans Answer You can go to http://www.azharacademy.com
Q59: What is the ruling on marriage without living together?
Question Assalamu Alaikum, What is the ruling on marriage without living together and what are your veiws on this. I am currently in education and establishing a home will probably not be possible until 25+. If not please advise me on fighting the nafs. Jazakallah khair. Answer Nikah without living together is allowed, in fact […]
Q58: Is there a Hadith that mentions men cannot have pony tails?
Question I heard in a talk by Shaikh Faisal of Jamaica that it is mentioned in the Hadith, that men can not have pony tails as Shaytan sits at the back and takes a ride. I have never heard this Hadith again and would like to know if this is Sahih as A often tell friends […]
Q57: How should a person interact with the ghair mahram in his family such as cousins who do not do purdah and talk too him freely?
Question: How should a person interact with the ghair mahram in his family such as cousins who do not do purdah and talk too him freely? Answer: Be modest in your walk, talk and dress. Do not talk to them in an indecent manner. Always keep your gaze low when speaking to them. Be a […]
Q56: Is Salaah accepted if Adhaan is given without wuzu?
Question: Assalamaikum, I was in jamaat for 3 days, at the time of Isha Adhaan, I was asked to give adhaan, which I did but later I reliased that my wuzu might be broken which I wasnt sure, I want to know that is the namaaz of every one expected. Answer: Wuzu is conditional for […]
Q55: Will I be sinful to go to Tabligh Jamaat against my parents wishes?
Question: Assalamualaikum. I have been on tabligh jamaat a few times and now want to go on a 4 month jamaat in summer 2011. my parents are Brelvi and are against jamaat. am I sinful for going against my parents wishes? my parents are not elderly and can take care of themselves and my older […]
Q54: Is it permissible for 2 people to marry without permission of their parents?
Question: Assalamualaikum. Is it permissible for a man to marry without permission of his parents in the hanafi madhab? And also is it permissible to marry without permission of the girls parents? Jazakallah Answer: Many things are permissible but should not be done. Eg. Eating mud, soil is not haraam, but should not be eaten. […]
The Legacy of Imam Abu Hanifah (r) [ENGLISH]
The Timing Of Jumuah Salaah. Who Are The Salaf? [URDU] 52 – 27 /09/10
TafseerRaheemi · The Timing Of Jumuah Salaah. Who Are The Salaf? [URDU] 52 – 27 /09/10
Q53: Are we allowed to take out student loan?
Question Hadhrat, hope you and your family in the best of health! Hadhrat I have a question to ask you, Are we allowed to take out student loan? JazakAllah Hu Khair Answer Alhamdulillah, we’re fine. Avoid as much as possible. When not possible take it but pay it back as quick as you can to […]
Q52: Is it OK to do Tawaf after Asr time?
Question It was so good to see you in Coventry again the other day. I was in Umrah a couple of months ago and my question relates to nafil Tawaf, or for that matter the faradh tawaf whilst in Ihram. Is it possible to do Tawaf after Asr time, and if so, do you read […]
Q51: If a man gives his wife 3 talaaks in anger and then decides he wants her back, is there any other way for her to go back to him without getting married to someone else?
Question If a man gives his wife 3 talaaks in anger and then decides he wants her back, is there any other way for her to go back to him without getting married to someone else? Answer Nope, why did the stupid man give 3 in the first place. He is not suitable for her. She should […]
Q50: Am I allowed to take Insurance out on my Laptop?
Question Am I allowed to take Insurance out on my Laptop? Answer Insurance is allowed where it is a requirement of the law of the land. e.g. Car insurance, property insurance (and health insurance in the USA and Canada). Where there is no such requirement, e.g. contents insurance, life insurance etc. then it will not […]
Q49: Does eating Garlic or Onions break your Wuzu?
Question Does eating Garlic or Onions break your Wuzu? Answer Not according to the four Madhahib, however some of the salafees say it is haram to eat raw onions and Garlic and they break the Wuzu. However, it is makrooh to come to the Masjid or to attend a gathering with the smell of garlic […]
Most Rare and Priceless – Zikr by Hadhrat Shaykh Yusuf Motala (d.b.)
The Islamic Veil or Hijab Part 2 [English] (33 mins)
The Islamic Veil or Hijab Part 1 [English] (63 mins)
Q48: There is this video series called the Arrivals, I want to ask should the information be believed or is much of it false?
Question There is this video series called the Arrivals on the link: http://www.wakeupproject.com/VList.asp?Series=1. This talks about the Arrival of Dajjal and the end times. It has information that can be regarded as conspiracy theories. I want to ask should the information be believed or is much of it false? Answer I have not seen it, […]
Q47: Do we need Wuzu when reading the Quraan on the computer or phone etc?
Question: Dear Maulana, There are few websites that allows us to read Qur’an online. These websites have published the electronic version of Qur’an so you can read the holy Qur’an just as you would do on the paper based Qur’an. Therefor my question is that do we need to have wudhu while reading it online? […]
Q46: What is the difference between gelatin and geletine? Are they halal?
Question What is the difference between gelatin and geletine? Are they halal? Answer They are both the same and both are haraam.
Q45: Spilrit and Spirit vinegar, 0.01 Percent Alcohol in foods and Is it true about a woman who does not cover her hair, Shaytaan will pee on her on Qiyaamah?
Question What is the difference between splirit and spirit vinegar can we eat readymade food which add this Food with 0.01% alcohal is it jais to eat Our elder women say that a woman who does not cover her hair at any time the shytaan pees on her and on judgement day he will smeel […]
Q44: Is Maggi of India halal or haraam?
Question Is Maggi of India halaal or haraam? Answer As far as I know, it’s only flavouring and therefore halal.
Q42: How many verses are there in the Holy Quraan?
Question: How many verses are there in the Holy Quraan? Please also provide a source. Answer: People have done so much khidmat of the Quraan and counted the number of verses and words and letters as well. It is written in Tuhfae Huffaz that there are: 114 Surahs 6236 verses 77439 words and 323,671 letters […]
Q41: What activities should we involve our children in when at home?
Question Assalamu Alaikum W.W. Maulana Saheb, My question to you is what activities should we involve our children in when at home. My kids (Girl 6yrs, Boys 4yrs & 1yr). They are all the time in front of TV, if not then on computer playing games etc. Is there any Islamic website for kids to […]
Shariat Par Chalna – Surah Al-Jaathiyah (Ayaat 14-21) [URDU] 36 – 28/29/10
TafseerRaheemi · Shariat Par Chalna – Surah Al-Jaathiyah (Ayaat 14-21) [URDU] 36 – 28/29/10
Q40: Can Women become to Allah what men can become? (3 questions)
Question: Assalamu-alaikum. My question is as follows: In this deen I find that men have been given more outstanding, high ranking, note worthy opportunities and chances in reaching close to Allah and his rasul (s.a.w). As a result I find that they will always be much more spiritually elevated than that of women. E.g. Suhbat […]
Hadhrat Moulana Yusuf Motala sahib Ramadhan 2010 Final Bayan on the life of Hadhrat Ali (RA) [URDU]
Q38: Can we marry a girl who is 2 years elder?
Question Can we marry a girl who is 2 years elder? Answer Yes we can. Khadija Radiallahu Anha was 15 years older than our Prophet Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam
Q37: If your baby is 7 month old and you are breast feeding, then can one not fast or do they have to fast?
Question If your baby is 7 month old and you are breast feeding, then can one not fast or do they have to fast? Answer You are allowed to postpone your fast for a later date. Make up for them as soon as possible.
Q36: When should I raise the index finger in Salaah?
Question Assalamu Alaikum. Ramadhan Kareem. I am glad to know that you accept questions. Alhamdulillah. I have a question regarding Salah. I am confused when to rise/ point the Index finger during Tashahud. What I do is, I raise my index finger upon saying “Ashhadu Anla Illaha Ilallah wa ashhadu anna Muhammad darrasullullah.” (On first […]
Q35: In Namaaz is "Rafai-e-daen" right or wrong? Also a question regarding Sahih Bukhaari.
Question 1. In Namaaz is “Rafai-e-daen” right or wrong because some sects of Muslims do this and others don’t? 2. What is genuine hadis In Shahi Bukhari it divided 3 parts or only one which is the right book in the world. Please tell me briefly with proofs. Allah Hafiz Answer 1. Both ways are […]
Q34: If I’m looking for a wife and meet a sister who does not wear the niqab/face veil would I be sinful in accepting the marriage?
Question If I’m looking for a wife and meet a sister who does not wear the niqaab/face veil, would I be sinful in accepting the marriage or would I have to ask her to wear the niqaab? If she refuses to wear it and we marry would I also be sinful? Answer Don’t be too […]
Q33: Is it permissible for men to shave/wax there chest or any other bodily hairs? Is it Sunna to pluck the pubic hairs?
Question Assalamualaikum. 1. Is it permissible for men to shave/wax there chest or any other bodily hairs? Whether out of vanity or convenience due to irritation or to please ones wife. 2. Also is it Sunnah to pluck the pubic hairs? Answer 1. It’s permissible but not liked by Shariah due to wastage of time in taking […]
Ramadhaan Aakhri naseehat [URDU] by Shaykh Abdur Raheem
Tafseer – Surah Zumar, Ghafir, Haa Meem Sajdah [ENGLISH] (Ramadhaan 2009)
Tafseer – Surah Yasin, Surah Saffat, Surah Saad [ENGLISH] (Ramdhaan 2009)
Tafseer – Surah Ahzab, Surah Saba, Surah Fatir [ENGLISH] (Ramadhaan 2009)
Surah Shams ki Tafseer [URDU] (Ramadhaan 2009)
Q32: Questions regarding the 4 Imams
Question 1. Why (and how much) is it important to follow a certain Imam (amongst the four big imams)? 2. What if some of their rulings just don’t make sense? E.g. on performing salat for women, imam Hanfi’s way doesn’t make sense to me. 3. Why can’t we use our own judgement after reading the […]
Q31: Is it permissible to have a part-time job as a makeup artist? I only offer my services to Muslim sisters for their wedding day.
Question Is it permissible to have a part-time job as a makeup artist? I only offer my services to Muslim sisters for their wedding day. Is it sinful to help make sisters look beautiful on their wedding day? Please advise JazakAllah Khair Answer It’s OK. However be careful not to do anything which Allah (S.W.T) has […]
Q30: Are we allowed to read the holy Quran in our native language?
Question Are we allowed to read the holy Quran in our native language (where arabic isn’t our native language) to try and understand the message from Allah? Answer You can read a translation for understanding and you will get reward. However, the special Sawaab of Ten Hasanaat for every letter can only be gained through […]
Q29: Muslim Name Rashid and Friday Sermon in Arabic
Question Honorable Shaykh, I have 2 questions: 1) How can a Muslim be named Rashid (e.g. Maulana Rashid Ahmad Gangohi) when it is among the names of Allah? 2) I hear many a’imma (some of educated under Dars-e-nizami curriculum) and others of all schools of thought giving the Friday sermon in English. However, reading Mufti […]
Q28: Can you tell me a way of knowing the Quran by heart really well
Question Assalamu Alaykum Shaykh, Can you tell me a way of knowing the Quran by heart really well. I am going to be doing taraweeh and I want to know what is a good way of knowing your part well, any duas or ways for this? Jazakallah,may allah reward you abundantly…Ameen Answer The is one […]
Q27: 2 Questions regarding cleanliness (Clothes, washing machine and Istibraa)
Question: Asslamu alaykum Shaykh 1. If you clothes are napaak and you put it in the washing machine to wash, will that napaak clothing affect other clothing in the washing machine and will everything be paak after the wash? 2. When you do istibraa (put a tissue around your private part) and you leave it […]