Answers by Moulana Muhammad A

7 Rajab 14357 May 2014

Are Du’as Accepted at the Time of Marriage?

QuestionI heard that du’a is accepted in the gathering where Nikah takes place. Is this mentioned in a sahih Hadith and is it permissible to quote the Hadith?

6 Rajab 14356 May 2014

Deeds That Will Assist in Crossing the “Sirat” (bridge over Jahannam)

QuestionI have a question regarding the speed at which people will cross the Sirat. Several Hadiths including those of sahih Bukhari mention the different speeds with which the people will cross the bridge over Jahannam. Is there any Hadith that mentions the type of actions they did to cross…

6 Rajab 14356 May 2014

Hadith on What Company to Keep

QuestionIs this a sahih Hadith? “Which of our companions are best?” Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) replied: “One whose appearance reminds you of Allah Ta’ala, and whose speech increases you in knowledge, and whose actions remind you of the Hereafter.”

2 Rajab 14352 May 2014

When to Recite the Du’a of Rajab

QuestionWhen should the famous du’a for Rajab be recited? Should it be recited throughout the month or specifically at the beginning only? Many Imams at the Masajid even make du’a in Sha’ban as follows: “Allahumma Barik lana fi Sha’ban, wa ballighna Ramadan.” Kindly explain

1 Rajab 14351 May 2014

The Status of “Salatur Raghaib” in Rajab

QuestionCould you please shed some light on the following: Laylat ar-raghaib, “the Sacred Night of Desires”. It is one of the most important nights in Islamic history for all human beings. It is the night that the Prophet (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) was transferred from his father to his…

1 Rajab 14351 May 2014

Who Was Crucified in Place of Nabi ‘Isa (‘alayhis salam)?

QuestionI have heard in many Islamic talks regarding the person who was crucified in place of Hadhrat Isa (‘alayhis salam) that he was Hadhrat Isa’s (‘alayhis salam) companion who willingly opted to get crucified in return for Jannah. Some say it was the soldier from the Jewish army who…

1 Rajab 14351 May 2014

Is There Any difference Between: Tahajjud and Qiyamul Layl?

QuestionIs there any difference between Tahajjud and Qiyamul Layl? Is there any Hadith which mentions the time for Tahajjud Salah? i.e., is it after sleeping in the latter portion of the night or is it mentioned anywhere that Tahajjud could be performed after Isha?

29 Jumadal Akhirah 143530 April 2014

Authenticity of the Rajab Du’a

QuestionThe following du’a is commonly recited at the beginning of Rajab, Is it authentic? Some people say it’s baseless and should not be read. Allahumma barik lana fi Rajab wa Shaban wa balighna Ramadan.

28 Jumadal Akhirah 143529 April 2014

Is There Any Reward for Announcing the Commencement of Rajab?

QuestionIs this authentic? “The month of Rajab is here again, Prophet Muhammad (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said: Whoever is the first person to give another person news about this month the fire is Haram to them”