25 Sha'ban 14428 April 2021
A Brief Biography of Imam Muhammad ibn Sabbah (rahimahullah)
QuestionKindly provide a brief biography of Imam Ibn Sabbagh (ابن الصباغ), a student of Imam Shafi’i (rahimahumallah).
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25 Sha'ban 14428 April 2021
A Narration Explaining the Lengthy Lifespans of the Nations of the Past
QuestionIs this authentic? إن كان الرجل ممن كان قبلكم ليأتي عليه ثمانون سنة قبل أن يحتلم
24 Sha'ban 14427 April 2021
Translation of the Word يباشرها/مباشرة
QuestionWhat is the translation of يباشِرُها in the following Hadith? عن عائشة أم المؤمنين رضي الله عنها قالت: كان إحدانا إذا كانتْ حائضًا، أمَرَها رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم فتأتزر بإزارٍ، ثم يباشِرُها
24 Sha'ban 14427 April 2021
The Ismul A’azam in Two Verses
QuestionWhat is the authenticity of this Hadith? Asma’ bint Yazid reported: The Prophet (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said: “The greatest name of Allah is in these two Verses: ‘Your God is one God, there is no God but Him, the Gracious, the Merciful’ (2:163). As well as the opening…
24 Sha'ban 14427 April 2021
‘Aishah’s (radiyallahu ‘anha) Statement Regarding Women Attending the Masjid
QuestionI came across a narration in Ihya ‘Ulumid Din that ‘Aishah (radiyallahu ‘anha) said: “If the Prophet only knew of the misdeeds that women would bring about after his time, he would have forbidden them from going out.” Is it authentic?
24 Sha'ban 14427 April 2021
Following the Ways of the Banu Israil, Handspan by Handspan
QuestionKindly provide the reference, authenticity, and explanation of the following narration: Sayyiduna Abu Sa’id Al-Khudri (radiyallahu ‘anhu) has narrated that Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said: “You will most definitely follow the ways of those before you, handspan by handspan, arm’s length by arm’s length, so much so that…
23 Sha'ban 14426 April 2021
Khalid’s ibn Ma’dan Statement Regarding Spending Five Nights of the Year in ‘Ibadah
QuestionI want to know the authenticity of this particular saying of Tabi’i Khalid ibn Ma’dan (rahimahullah) who said: “There are five particular nights in a whole year, whosoever spends these nights in worship with intention of gaining virtues and believing [in its promised virtues], Allah will grant him entrance…
23 Sha'ban 14426 April 2021
The Virtue of Wearing Simple Clothing
QuestionIs this Hadith authentic? من ترك اللباس وهوقادر عليه تواضعا لله دعاه الله على رؤوس الخلائق، حتى يخير في حلل الإيمان يلبس أيها شاء
23 Sha'ban 14426 April 2021
Fudayl’s ibn ‘Iyad (rahimahullah) Statement Regarding Fear of Allah
QuestionCan you mention the source and Arabic text for this? “Whoever fears Allah, no one will harm him, and whoever fears other than Allah, no one will benefit him.”
22 Sha'ban 14425 April 2021
Another Hadith Regarding the Detrimental Characteristics of Women
QuestionKindly provide the correct Arabic wording and authenticity of the following narration: Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) has said: “The majority of those I saw therein [i.e., in the fire] were women who spread secrets when entrusted; when they are asked, they are stingy, and when they ask others,…
19 Sha'ban 14422 April 2021
Another Version of ‘Uthman’s (radiyallahu ‘anhu) Statement Regarding the Quran
QuestionWhat is the correct reference for this statement and can it be quoted? لو طهرت قلوبكم ما شبعت من كلام الله
19 Sha'ban 14422 April 2021
Applying Henna on Wounds, Cuts and Abrasions
QuestionIs there any Hadith that states Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) used henna on a wound?
19 Sha'ban 14422 April 2021
Marrying a Woman Merely for Her Wealth
QuestionIs this narration reliable? Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said: “Whoever marries a woman for her wealth, Allah will deprive him of her money and beauty”
18 Sha'ban 14421 April 2021
The Full Narration Regarding Abu Mi’laq Al Ansari
QuestionKindly answer the following questions regarding the incident of Abu Mi’laq Al Ansari (radiyallahu ‘anhu) and the thief: 1) Is it authentic and suitable to quote? 2) Can this be read with the intention of gaining the protection of Allah Ta’ala and is there any particular procedure to adopt?…
18 Sha'ban 14421 April 2021
Applying Henna on Sore Legs
QuestionIs there any Hadith that states one should use henna on sore legs?
18 Sha'ban 14421 April 2021
The Warning Sermon on Mount Safa
QuestionHas this Hadith appeared with the following wording in any narration? “From the mountain he [i.e., Rasulullah – sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam] asked the people of Makkah: ‘If I say on the other side of the mountain your enemy is there will you believe me?’ Everyone said: “If you…
17 Sha'ban 144231 March 2021
Starting Matters With the Praise of Allah and Salutations Upon Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam)
QuestionIs this narration authentic? كل امر ذي بال لا يُبدأ فيه بحمد اللّٰه والصلاة عليّ فهو اقطع ابتر ممحوق من كل بركة
17 Sha'ban 144231 March 2021
Virtue of Placing Candles, Lanterns or Lights in the Masjid
QuestionAre there any authentic narrations regarding the virtue of putting a candle, lamp or lantern in the masjid?