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Scientific Logic for not praying at Zawal (noon) time
I have read somewhere that at noon time when sun is exactly at up and making a right angle with earth some dangerous rays emit from earth that's why it is forbidden to pray at that time. But i could find any scientific logic behind that. Can any one explain in detail ?
I have read somewhere that at noon time when sun is exactly at up and making a right angle with earth some dangerous rays emit from earth that's why it is forbidden to pray at that time. But i could find any scientific logic behind that. Can any one explain in detail ?
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What is the ruling on seeking presidential pardon or any other kind of pardon
What is the islamic ruling on seeking presidential pardon or royal pardon? I know that the wali or the relative of the victim of a crime has the right to pardon in some cases but what about the laws in some countries which allow rulers to pardon criminals. Is this in the sharia?
What is the islamic ruling on seeking presidential pardon or royal pardon? I know that the wali or the relative of the victim of a crime has the right to pardon in some cases but what about the laws in some countries which allow rulers to pardon criminals. Is this in the sharia?
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Is armed Jihad obligatory or recommended?
I am confused about this: Some teachings of Islam are orders that are obligatory, example Pillars of Islam: Salat, Sawm, Hajj, Zakat. Some teachings of Islam are recommendations on which it is optional to act on: Tahaajud, Sadqah, Umrah, applying Perfume, initiating Salam. My question is what about...
I am confused about this:
Some teachings of Islam are orders that are obligatory, example Pillars of Islam: Salat, Sawm, Hajj, Zakat. Some teachings of Islam are recommendations on which it is optional to act on: Tahaajud, Sadqah, Umrah, applying Perfume, initiating Salam.
My question is what about armed Jihad? Is armed Jihad is obligatory or recommended or optional? What is the evidence for this?
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Oct 1, 2018, 02:22 PM
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Shall we continue to pray during sun rise / set?
Assalam, It is a widely known fact that there is no prayer during sun rise and sun set as [Shaitan accompanies those times][1]. > Allah's Apostle said, "If anyone of you can get one Rak'a of the 'Asr prayer before sunset, he should complete his prayer. If any of you can get one Rak'a of the Fajr pra...
Assalam,
It is a widely known fact that there is no prayer during sun rise and sun set as Shaitan accompanies those times .
> Allah's Apostle said, "If anyone of you can get one Rak'a of the 'Asr prayer before sunset, he should complete his prayer. If any of you can get one Rak'a of the Fajr prayer before sunrise, he should complete his prayer." (Source )
We are aware that Asr (middle prayer ) is a very important Salah and missing it costs a lot .
**So, how has to be the quoted Hadith understood? If we start our prayer before sunset, shall we continue praying even during the sun set?**
Jakallahu Khairan.
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Dec 27, 2016, 05:21 AM
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Do Muslims celebrate Christmas?
Although the role and importance of Jesus may be seen very differently, Islam does recognize the existence of Jesus of Nazareth and even give him some critical acclaim as a prophet. However, do they celebrate his birth in any way such as Christians do at Christmas? If so, in what way do they celebra...
Although the role and importance of Jesus may be seen very differently, Islam does recognize the existence of Jesus of Nazareth and even give him some critical acclaim as a prophet. However, do they celebrate his birth in any way such as Christians do at Christmas? If so, in what way do they celebrate?
This question may seem basic, but we have:
> لا نفرق بین احد من رسله
So if we accept all prophets then why shouldn't we celebrate their birthdays?
saber tabatabaee yazdi
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Dec 22, 2012, 06:58 AM
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What are "divining arrows" in Qur'an 5:3 and Qur'an 5:90?
The Qur'an contains the following: > ... and [prohibited is] that you seek decision through divining arrows** ... -- [Qur'an 5:3][1] > > O you who have believed, indeed, intoxicants, gambling, [sacrificing on] stone alters [to other than Allah ], and divining arrows are but defilement from the work...
The Qur'an contains the following:
> ... and [prohibited is] that you seek decision through divining arrows** ... -- Qur'an 5:3
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> O you who have believed, indeed, intoxicants, gambling, [sacrificing on] stone alters [to other than Allah ], and divining arrows are but defilement from the work of Satan, so avoid it that you may be successful. -- Qur'an 5:90
I'm curious as to precisely what "divining arrows" is referring to.
**Question**: What are "divining arrows" in Qur'an 5:3 and Qur'an 5:90?
Google suggests it's some kind of magic, fortune telling, or witchcraft. This post gives an example of someone throwing arrows into the air, and where they land resulting in a decision being made.
But I'm still not sure what this "divining arrows" is about.
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What is the definition ties of Kinship?
Which family members fall under kinship? If a person has a big family, does it mean he has to tie Kinship with all aunts, uncles and cousins? Or is holding ties of Kinship with only maternal relatives fine?
Which family members fall under kinship?
If a person has a big family, does it mean he has to tie Kinship with all aunts, uncles and cousins?
Or is holding ties of Kinship with only maternal relatives fine?
Shadi
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Apr 12, 2016, 06:43 PM
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What is the status of Hussain bin Ali, When Ali bin Abu Talib was Imam?
If Hussain is Imam, and Ali is also imam what is the status of Hussain when Ali is imam? Searching Google isnt helping in anyway. I'm asking this because , one of the members commented that muhsin bin ali died as infant when prophet was alive. Edit: I'm editing this after the first answer, was hussa...
If Hussain is Imam, and Ali is also imam what is the status of Hussain when Ali is imam?
Searching Google isnt helping in anyway.
I'm asking this because , one of the members commented that muhsin bin ali died as infant when prophet was alive.
Edit: I'm editing this after the first answer, was hussain at alis imamate 1. Ordinary shia only.
2. Son of Imam only.
3. Impending imam.
4. Ordinary sunni.
5. Companion of prophet only.
Preordainment
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Is it true that the Ummah of Yunus (Jonah) is the only one to have all members of it to profess faith in Allah (God)?
From [Tafsir Ibn Kathir][1]: > No town has denied the truth and then believed when they saw the > scourge, and then their belief benefited them, with the exception of > the people of Yunus. When they lost their Prophet and they thought > that the scourge was close upon them, Allah sent through their...
From Tafsir Ibn Kathir :
> No town has denied the truth and then believed when they saw the
> scourge, and then their belief benefited them, with the exception of
> the people of Yunus. When they lost their Prophet and they thought
> that the scourge was close upon them, Allah sent through their hearts
> the desire to repent. So they wore woolen fabrics and they separated
> each animal from its offspring. They then cried out to Allah for forty
> nights. When Allah saw the truth in their hearts and that they were
> sincere in their repentance and regrets, He removed the scourge from
> them.
Does this imply that each and every individual of that Ummah became a believer?
Is **Prophet Yunus (Jonah)** the only Prophet to have his entire Ummah turn to Allah (esp after he left them without Allah's permission & was eaten alive by a fish only to repent and be forgiven by Allah)?
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Apr 13, 2020, 05:26 PM
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Why did Ayesha (RA) not dislike the agony of death?
What is the tafsir of the below Hadith: > Narrated `Aisha: > > The Prophet (ﷺ) died while he was between my chest and chin, so I > **never dislike the death agony** for anyone after the Prophet. > > https://sunnah.com/bukhari:4446
What is the tafsir of the below Hadith:
> Narrated `Aisha:
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> The Prophet (ﷺ) died while he was between my chest and chin, so I
> **never dislike the death agony** for anyone after the Prophet.
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> https://sunnah.com/bukhari:4446
Ahmed
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What is the difference between Shia and Sunni Islam?
I tried to get the difference from different sources but couldn't get the correct answer. I want to know: What is the difference between Shia and Sunni Islam?
I tried to get the difference from different sources but couldn't get the correct answer.
I want to know: What is the difference between Shia and Sunni Islam?
Meer
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Feb 1, 2017, 11:38 AM
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Who belong to Ahle Bayt?
I was always under the impression that the Prophet's (sas) family is considered [Ahle Bayt][1] ("People of the House") which means His wives and children, but I found that my Shia friends consider the Ahle Bayt only 1. Hazrat Fatimah (r.a.) 2. Hazrat Ali (r.a.) 3. Hazrat Hassan (r.a.) 4. Hazrat Huss...
I was always under the impression that the Prophet's (sas) family is considered Ahle Bayt ("People of the House") which means His wives and children, but I found that my Shia friends consider the Ahle Bayt only
1. Hazrat Fatimah (r.a.)
2. Hazrat Ali (r.a.)
3. Hazrat Hassan (r.a.)
4. Hazrat Hussain (r.a.)
I asked them: Why do you consider the above persons only as the Ahle Bayt?
Why do you not consider the Prophet's (sas) other daughter's and their children as Ahle Bayt?
They said that the Prophet (sas) brought only these 4 persons under his cloak and called them his Ahle Bayt. Then I asked them: Why do you not consider the children of Hazrat Hassan's (r.a.) children as Ahle Bayt? But they did not have an answer. I think all the children of the Prophet (sas) are Ahle Bayt.
Murad Afridi
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is Rohingya Genocide related to their religion?
I am sure that you've heard these shocking news about **Rohingya Crisis**. And we know that they are our Muslim brothers and sisters. My question is that what branch of Islam do they belong to? And is it right to help and defend them without regarding of what branch they are? We know that defending...
I am sure that you've heard these shocking news about **Rohingya Crisis**. And we know that they are our Muslim brothers and sisters.
My question is that what branch of Islam do they belong to? And is it right to help and defend them without regarding of what branch they are?
We know that defending the rights of oppressed people is one of the main characteristics of Muslims.
Thanks
Mahdi
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Sep 4, 2017, 06:24 PM
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Need a reference for a hadith about staying at the grave after burial
I recently came across a quote on FB that was claimed as being a hadith. The summary of the quote was that after the janazah and burial of one's deceased parent, one should stay at their grave, reciting surahs and duas for them for such an amount of time that is equivalent to the time it takes a per...
I recently came across a quote on FB that was claimed as being a hadith. The summary of the quote was that after the janazah and burial of one's deceased parent, one should stay at their grave, reciting surahs and duas for them for such an amount of time that is equivalent to the time it takes a person to slaughter a camel, skin it and to cut and distribute its meat. Otherwise, the deceased feels as if they have been set adrift in the sea without any support.
I wanted to confirm whether this is actually a hadith or not, before forwarding it to others.
Ess_Tee
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Jun 20, 2016, 05:17 AM
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Does Allah accept a mother's bad dua' for her children?
Does Allah accept a mother's bad dua' for her children, even if she is so angry that she doesn't actually mean it?
Does Allah accept a mother's bad dua' for her children, even if she is so angry that she doesn't actually mean it?
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How do I convince my parents that I should marry the girl I like? Am I sinful if I deny my parent's choice? Are they sinful if they force me?
I am 23 years old and earning good money after my graduation since 2 years. We are 3 brothers only, no sister. My parents want me to marry a daughter of my aunt, but I do not like her. Instead, I like one of the girls in my family. Both families know each other very well, and have good relationships...
I am 23 years old and earning good money after my graduation since 2 years. We are 3 brothers only, no sister. My parents want me to marry a daughter of my aunt, but I do not like her. Instead, I like one of the girls in my family. Both families know each other very well, and have good relationships.
I have already declined marriage to my aunt's daughter, but she has no other young boy to marry in our close family, so consequently my family is sort of angry at me.
I want to know: How do I convince my parents that I should marry the girl I like?
They follow Islam. What stories of Islam I can convey to them? What teachings of Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) or from Quran I can refer them about the marriage so they agree me?
And am I sinful if I deny my parent's choice? Are parents sinful if they force me?
Muslim
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Jul 3, 2016, 06:48 PM
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Is it parent's obligation to pay for boy's marriage
I am a 24 years old guy and have been working in Software Industry for the past 2 years. I don't know what other details to put in this question! but, is it parent's obligation to pay for my marriage? What does Islam says?
I am a 24 years old guy and have been working in Software Industry for the past 2 years.
I don't know what other details to put in this question! but, is it parent's obligation to pay for my marriage? What does Islam says?
Muslim
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Jul 25, 2016, 09:06 PM
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is committing major sin?
I play a game named valorant .In this game ,when the opponent kill me there creates some kinds of animations such as when he kill me,my character suddenly fall on his feet and his head slightly bow down but not completely.by watching a video ,you can take a clear idea about my words. here is the vid...
I play a game named valorant .In this game ,when the opponent kill me there creates some kinds of animations such as when he kill me,my character suddenly fall on his feet and his head slightly bow down but not completely.by watching a video ,you can take a clear idea about my words. here is the video link of the animation : https://youtu.be/A3cSuJZMN4o
now my question is: Am i committing shirk or major sin by playing this game??? though my intention is not to do that
plz kindly watch the video and answer my question . I am very tensed.
Tanzim Zaman
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What do Shi'a Muslims do in Ashura? And why they do it?
Why do Shi'a Muslims hit chests, slapping cheeks, hit shoulders with chains and, hit heads with swords and shed blood during Ashura? These reprehensible things forbidden by the Prophet (peace be upon him) as he did not tell his followers to make something of it or close to it, for the death of a gre...
Why do Shi'a Muslims hit chests, slapping cheeks, hit shoulders with chains and, hit heads with swords and shed blood during Ashura?
These reprehensible things forbidden by the Prophet (peace be upon him) as he did not tell his followers to make something of it or close to it, for the death of a great, or loss of a Shahid, whatever the amount and status.
> عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه
> وسلم:" اثْنَتَانِ فِي النَّاسِ هُمَا بِهِمْ كُفْرٌ الطَّعْنُ فِي
> النَّسَبِ وَالنِّيَاحَةُ عَلَى الْمَيِّتِ "
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> It is narrated on the authority of Abu Huraira that the Messenger of
> Allah (may peace and blessings be upon him) observed: Two (things) are
> found among men which are tantamount to unbelief: slandering one's
> lineage and lamentation on the dead
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> \[this hadith in Sahih Muslim ]
And there is many of evidence that prevent such acts...
*So my questions:*
Why they do it?
What reasoning and argument do they use to support their practice?
Yaman ALTareh
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Why does God test everyone differently?
If this life is meant as a test for us humans, why does god test each one differently? A baby who dies immediately after birth is guaranteed to go to heaven, while another person who lives till 80 may have to go through suffering of poverty, death of loved ones and risk sinning and going to hell. Ho...
If this life is meant as a test for us humans, why does god test each one differently?
A baby who dies immediately after birth is guaranteed to go to heaven, while another person who lives till 80 may have to go through suffering of poverty, death of loved ones and risk sinning and going to hell.
How is this fair? Shouldn't all humans be tested equally? How can god send someone to heaven without having the chance to prove himself/herself by default?
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