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The Blessings of Sending Salawat upon our Beloved Muhammad

November 09, 2020 11:19

Friday Reminder with Imam Yama Niazi The Blessings of Sending Salawat upon our Beloved (peace and blessings be upon him) If sending just one prayer of peace and blessings upon Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) grants us ten in return from Allah himself, what is our excuse for not filling our time […]

Can I File My Nails During the Ten Days of Dhul Hijjah?

November 07, 2020 17:58

Question: Can I file my nails during the ten days? Answer: Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullah, Cutting one’s nails whilst one is in a state of major ritual impurity (janaba), or during a menstrual period or lochia, is improper and sub-optimal. The same ruling would appear to be applicable to filing one’s nails. The wisdom in avoiding […]

I’ve Fallen in Love for a Girl and How Should I Proceed Islamically to Get Married?

November 07, 2020 17:53

Question: I’ve fallen for a girl that I’ve known for a long time. How should I proceed Islamically given that I am not currently in a position to get married? Answer: Falling in love is perfectly normal and halal. Before contacting her directly, you should have someone else run the idea past her, and then […]

Are Products Containing Oleic Acid and Ethylhexyl Palmitate Halal?

November 07, 2020 17:51

Question: Assalamu ‘alaykum, Are products containing oleic acid and Ethylhexyl palmitate halal? Answer: Wa ‘alaykum as-salam wa rahmatullah wa barakatuh. I pray you are well. Yes, products contain the above two chemicals are permissible seeing as they have been transformed from the original substance they were derived from (Mahbubi; Sharh al Wiqaya). May Allah grant you the […]

What Is the Ruling Regarding Drawing Living Creatures Without Features?

November 07, 2020 17:47

Question: Is it permissible to draw a human without features? For example when you do not have a display picture on social media e.g Facebook. The display picture is an I icon the shape of a human without features. Answer: In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate Making or having a picture of […]

What Is the Ruling of Reciting the Tanwin?

November 07, 2020 17:43

Question: What is the ruling of reciting the tanwin, when stopping or continuing? Do mistakes in recitation invalidate the prayer? Answer: In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate What is Tanwin? Tanwin is the double vowel found at the end of words. For example: Words that end in a double kasra (pronounced […]

Completely Naked During Intercourse?

November 07, 2020 17:39

Question: Can one have intercourse by removing all of one’s clothing? Answer: Assalamu alaykum, Yes, it is permissible for a couple to fully remove their clothing for intercourse. It is not prohibited nor disliked. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani mentions, in the link below, that it is superior if some nakedness is generally covered because the Prophet, may […]

Is Using Water Alone Sufficient After Using the Toilet?

November 07, 2020 17:35

Question: Is using water alone sufficient after using the toilet? Answer: Wa alaykum assalam wa rahmatullah wa barakatuh I pray you are well. Yes, using water alone is sufficient to purify your hand after using the toilet (Shurunbulali; Marawi al-Salah). Purity is Not the Same as Hygiene Having said that, it is important to note […]

Where the Idea of Taqiyya Comes From

November 07, 2020 17:30

Question: People often accuse Islam of permitting taqiyya, or deliberately lying about being Muslim, for whatever reason. How do we respond to this, and where did the idea come from? Answer: Assalamu alaykum, The first thing that must be said about this is that Muslims don’t lie about their religion. Our religion has always been one […]

Should I Marry a Muslim Man Who Does Not Pray?

November 07, 2020 17:23

Question: Should I marry a Muslim man who does not pray, but is otherwise religious? Answer: Wa alaykum assalam wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh, Dear questioner, May Allah grant you a blessed and fruitful marriage that gives you the best of This Life and the Next. It is much better to marry someone who establishes the prayer […]

Understanding the Divine Command – 02- Legal Aspects of Surat al-Fatiha – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

October 27, 2020 02:43 - 58 minutes - 135 MB

This is an excellent Circle to appreciate the Qur’an, its guidance, and rulings. Based on classical works of Qur’anic commentary (tafsir) and verses of legal rulings (ayat al-ahkam). In this podcast, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani explains the legal aspects of Surat al- Fatiha. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world […]

Understanding the Divine Command – Introduction – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

October 18, 2020 21:04 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MB

This is an excellent Circle to appreciate the Qur’an, its guidance, and rulings. Based on classical works of Qur’anic commentary (tafsir) and verses of legal rulings (ayat al-ahkam) explained by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from qualified scholars, […]

Daily Qur’an Reflections: (22) Traits of the Beloved, Sending Blessings, Neediness, Knowledge & Awe – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

October 25, 2018 12:28 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MB

In this podcast Shaykh Faraz Rabbani looks at four key themes in the 22nd Part (juz’) of the Qur’an: (1) the qualities of those whom Allah has prepared forgiveness and great reward for; (2) realities of sending blessings on the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace); (3) your neediness, and God’s Glory; and […]

Daily Qur’an Reflections: (21) Establishing Prayer, Striving, Marriage a Sign, Purpose and Success – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

October 18, 2018 21:33 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MB

In this podcast Shaykh Faraz Rabbani covers four key themes of the 21st Juz’ of the Qur’an: (1) establishing the prayer and its transformative and protective impact; (2) striving for Allah, by Allah, as means to closeness; (3) marriage as a sign pointing to Allah, and as a means to Allah’s closeness; and (4) the […]

Daily Qur’an Reflections: (20) Marvel of Creation, Thankfulness, Guidance, and Seek the Next Abode- Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

October 10, 2018 04:15 - 12 minutes - 29.4 MB

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani covers four key themes from the 20th Part (juz’) of the Qur’an: (1) the marvel of creation and the Oneness of Allah; (2) Allah’s Bounty and the duty of thankfulness; (3) Allah alone guides; and (4) Seek the Next Abode. For more podcasts by SeekersHub, visit seekershub.org/podcasts Help SeekersHub build a Global […]

Daily Qur’an Reflections: (19) Servants of the Merciful, Who is an Imam?, and the Prophetic Call – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

October 03, 2018 03:46 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MB

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani covers four key themes in his Daily Qur’an Reflections on the 19th Part (juz’) of the Qur’an: (1) Servants of the Most-Merciful; (2) Who is an Imam?; (3) Pure Hearts, and (4) the Prophetic Call. For more podcasts by SeekersHub, visit seekershub.org/podcasts Help SeekersHub build a Global Islamic Seminary and spread the […]

Daily Qur’an Reflections: (18) Successful Believers, Knowing the Prophet, Patience in Trials – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

September 28, 2018 04:05 - 7 minutes - 6.92 MB

Shaykh Faraz Rabbani looks at four key themes of the 18th Part (juz’) of the Qur’an: (1) Key Qualities of Successful Believers; (2) Knowing our Messenger; (3) Allah’s Generosity; and (4) Steadfastness in Tests. For more podcasts by SeekersHub, visit seekershub.org/podcasts Help SeekersHub build a Global Islamic Seminary and spread the light of guidance […] The post Daily Qur’an Reflections: (18) Successful Believers, Knowing the Prophet, Patience in Trials – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani appeared ...

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