Charity on Behalf of a Deceased Family Member
Question My father died, may Allah have mercy on him, and I want to give ongoing charity on his behalf, such as building a mosque or printing a beneficial book. A shaykh told us this would not benefit him since it...
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Praying While Traveling on a Bus or Train
Question Can one pray obligatory (farḍ) and voluntary (nafl) prayers while in a vehicle such as a car, bus, train, or plane? Bottom Line Farḍ prayers must be performed on the ground f...
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Evil Eye Ruqyah: Duas and Prophetic Remedies
Question What should a Muslim do if they suspect they have been afflicted by the evil eye? Are there specific ruqyah, duas, or Sunnah remedies for protection and cure? Bottom Line The...
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How to Protect Yourself from the Evil Eye
Question I often hear people talking about the "evil eye" and its effects. What exactly is the evil eye in Islam, and how can I protect myself from it? Bottom Line The evil eye (a...
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Does White Vaginal Discharge Affect Salah?
Question Can you pray if you have white vaginal discharge? Or do I have to take ghusl every time, as it is very difficult for me to do ghusl five times a day? Bottom Line Yes, you can...
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The Deeper Meaning of Daily Salah
Question What is the status and significance of prayer (Salah) in Islam? Bottom Line Salah is the pillar of Islam and the believer’s lifeline. It is not a chore but an honor...
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Muslims and the Practice of Manifestation
Question Why does the concept of "manifestation" conflict with Islamic beliefs in divine decree and reliance on Allah? Bottom Line True success lies in dua, effort, and tawa...
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Raising the Hands in Prayer (Raf‘ al-Yadayn)
Question Should we raise our hands in prayer (raf‘ al-yadayn)? At what points in Salah did the Prophet ﷺ raise his hands, and is it necessary to do so? Bottom Line With or w...
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Skipping Jumu‘ah Three Times: What’s the Consequence?
Question What is the ruling on one who deliberately does not pray Jumu‘ah three times in a row? Bottom Line Deliberately missing Jumu‘ah three times without excuse is a major sin that...
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Does Closing the Eyes Affect Salah?
Question Is it allowed to pray with eyes closed during Salah? Bottom Line Pray with sincerity. Quick Answer The Sunnah is to pray wit...
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