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Ruling on specifying a day for Quran recitation
As-Salaamu alaykum,Is it a Bid‘ah to gather in the mosque after the Maghrib prayer each Friday to learn Quran recitation or Tafseer? Is it a Bid‘ah to do so on a specific day and time, as indicated in a Fatwa by Shaykh Al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah? This seems to be contradicted by the situation of some Shaykhs who set a definite timetable for giving religious.. More
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The last verses in the Surah of Al-‘Alaq were revealed in relation to Abu Jahl
Who is meant by the verse that reads (what means): {Then let him call his associates; * We Will Call the angels of Hell. * No! Do not obey him. But prostrate and draw near [to Allaah].}[Quran 96:17-19]? .. More
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The place fitting to the Mus-haf
Although I am not a good memorizer of the Quran, I like to recite it in prayer. But they say that it is unlawful to prostrate with the Mus-haf. So, how should I prostrate while holding the Mus-haf? .. More
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Meaning of 'Their mark is on their faces …'
I would like to ask about the prayer mark that shows on the forehead, why does it show on men and not on women? There are men who prostrate a lot but they do not have this mark. Is this mark what Allaah Almighty Means by Saying (what means): {…Their mark is on their faces from the trace of prostration…}[Quran 48:29]With due thanks and appreciation... More
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The secret behind mentioning 'wealth' before 'children' and vice versa in the Quran
In the Name of Allaah, The Most Merciful, The Ever Merciful
What is the rationale behind mentioning the love of wealth before the love of children in the verse (which means): {Wealth and children are [but] adornment of the worldly life.} [Quran 18:46]? Some people, especially, the wealthy people who have not been blessed with children, are ready to.. More
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Wisdom from Sharee‘ah perspective revolves around religious matters
Assalaamu Alaykum,
Allaah Almighty Says (what means): {He Gives wisdom to whom He Wills, and whoever has been given wisdom has certainly been given much good…}[Quran 2:269]
What is meant by 'wisdom' here?There is a Hadeeth stating that Allaah Gives knowledge to whomever He Loves. Does it mean religious or worldly knowledge? In other words, does.. More
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The correct way to treat speech problems
I have a noticeable stuttering problem, to the extent that people do not understand what I am saying, which annoys me a lot since I can not pronounce certain words. What really concerns me most is that I can not pronounce certain verses in the Noble Quran clearly. Moreover, people at the mosque insist that I lead them in prayer and I refuse due to my.. More
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The command to sacrifice Isma‘eel is a vision from Allaah Almighty
How could we refute the claim of those who say that the command to sacrifice Ismaa‘eel (Ishmael), May Allaah Exalt his mention, which was received through a vision, came from Satan, for Allaah Almighty never Enjoins immorality and evildoing? May Allaah Reward you. .. More
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No contradiction in Quran 17:8
Allaah Almighty Says (what means): {[Then Allaah said], "It is expected, [if you repent], that your Lord will have mercy upon you. But if you return [to sin], We will return [to punishment]. And We have made Hell, for the disbelievers, a prison-bed.}[Quran 17:8] I found no sufficient explanation for the previous Aayah that may accord with the Promise.. More
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Burning quranic verses to make ruqyah
Is it unlawful to burn papers containing Quranic verses in order to make Ruqyah or to break a spell or for protection against envy? Does such an act contradict the teachings of our religion or the Sunnah of our noble Prophet, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam?
May Allaah Reward you... More
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The specific location of the barrier of Thul-Qarnayn is unknown
Where is the barrier of Thul-Qarnayn? Does it still exist? Is it known to people? .. More
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Putting pieces of paper that have verses from the Quran to repel scorpions and all other vermin
What is the ruling on putting pieces of paper that have verses from the Quran to get rid of fleas, scorpions and all other vermin from our houses, noting that these pieces of paper have verses from the Noble Quran only?.. More
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Why does the Noble Quran address its followers by: O believers?
Why did Allaah The Almighty not address Muslims in the Noble Quran by “O Muslims” but rather He called upon them by “O believers”? Which is more superior, Islam or Eemaan (faith)?.. More
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Seeking refuge with Allaah by reciting Al-Ikhlaas and Al-Mu‘awwithatayn inside and outside prayer
What is the order of reciting Al-Mu‘awwithataan and Al-Ikhlaas mentioned in the Sunnah? Is it permissible to recite them in a different order? Should I read every chapter thrice then recite the other one thrice? What is the Sunnah directive in such matters? Does this order apply to blowing onto the hands and reciting Al-Mu‘awwithataan before sleeping?.. More
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It is not obligatory to recite a Quranic verse in one breath
Asalam-o-Alieykom. Sir, i have difficulty in completing a medium and long verses of the quran in one breath during recitation. Is it obligatory to hold ones breath? If one is allowed to gasp for air, then can one continue onward from the place where he took a pause or has to repeat the last few words preceding the point of his pause in order to complete.. More
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