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[Q-ID0026] Where can I learn about how to perform ghusl/wudu correctly?
The rules related to performing wudu and ghusl are obligatory knowledges are best understood under the tutelage of a Sunni Alim or student of knowledge in your local area alongside…
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[Q-ID0025] I feel awkward about cousin marriages, what does Islam say about this?
Marrying within one’s family is something which a person should not feel uneasy with. We know Sayyiduna RasulAllah (صلى الله عليه وآله وصحبه وسلم) gave his blessed daughter…
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[Q-ID0024] How should we address the forefathers of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ?
In his treatise ‘Shumul al-Islam’ written in affirmation of the purity of the noble Prophetic lineage, Shaykhul Islam wal Muslimin Imam Ahmad Rida Khan (رحمة الله عليه) mentions…
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[Q-ID0023] What verses of the Qur’an prove the fatanah (intelligence) of the Prophets?
In the works of Aqaid the Imams of Ahl al-Sunnah wal Jama’ah when discussing Prophethood mention that which is necessary (wajib), mustahil/muhal (impossible) and ja’iz…
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[Q-ID0022] I am going to the Haramayn as a Doctor, will my Hajj be accepted?
The Prophet (صلى الله عليه وآله وصحبه وسلم) said: “Verily actions are according to their intentions.” If your sincere intention is to perform the Hajj for the pleasure of Allah and…
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[Q-ID0021] Is saying ‘Jummah Mubarak’ an innovation / bid’ah?
First and foremost one should understand that the salaf of this ummah have explained bid’ah (innovation) as being of two fundamental types: In the Sahih of al-Imam al-Bukhari it is…
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[Q-ID0020] There is no place to pray on the train/plane – what should I do?
Whenever one plans a journey one should always plan it around ones prayers such that each prayer is delivered in its time. One should reflect on the purpose of one’s creation and…
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[Q-ID0019] What was the faith of Sayyidah Halimah whilst nursing the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ?
Imam Ahl al-Sunnah Ahmad Rida Khan (رحمة الله عليه) says regarding Sayidah Halimah bint Abdullah bin Harith (رضي الله عنها): “She was honoured with entering Islam and being a…
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[Q-ID0018] How can I stop having satanic thoughts during prayer?
Developing humility, presence and concentration in prayer is something that one should strive for and develop. Prayer is an obligation and contemplating leaving it is from the…
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[Q-ID0017] A Sufi who doesn’t follow the Shariah, is that possible?
Imam Amjad Ali al-A’zhami (رحمة الله عليه) has mentioned regarding this deviant idea: “No Wali (Friend of Allah), however great, can come out from the responsibility of adherence…
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[Q-ID0016] What steps can I take to stop masturbating? I cannot afford to get married yet.
A person should reflect on the severity of this sin as described in the Hadith: “The curse of Allah is upon the one who has intercourse with his own hand.” Does a person want to be…
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[Q-ID0015] I am a Nurse, can I look after and examine male patients?
A female is not permitted to touch a ghayr mahram man, which is inevitable in washing and examining. The questioner should avoid contact with male patients while training as a…
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