19 Dhul Hijjah 143811 September 2017
“The Poor Are Your Good Deeds”
QuestionIs this narration authentic? فقراؤكم حسناتكم The poor are [a means] of your good deeds
Answers by Moulana Suhail Motala
19 Dhul Hijjah 143811 September 2017
Explanation of a Comment Made by Mu’awiyah (radiyallahu ‘anhu) Regarding Fasting on ‘Ashura
QuestionWhat was Sayyiduna Mu'awiyah (radiyallahu 'anhu) referring to when he said 'Ayna 'Ulamaukum'? Sahih Muslim, Kitabus Sawm.
19 Dhul Hijjah 143811 September 2017
Hasan Al Basri (rahimahullah) Explains How to Ward Off the Punishment of Allah Ta’ala
QuestionWhat is the level of authenticity of this narration? Hasan Al Basri (rahimahullah) said: "The Oppression of Kings is from the Punishments of Allah Ta’ala. The Punishment of Allah Ta’ala cannot be warded off with swords. Verily, safety and warding it off are only by means of du'a, tawbah, turning…
17 Dhul Hijjah 14389 September 2017
An Incident Regarding Shaytan Appearing Before Imam Ahmad on His Deathbed
QuestionIs this narration suitable to quote: قال لي عبد الله بن أحمد بن حنبل: حضرت أبي الوفاة فجلست عنده، وبيدي الخرقة، وهو في النزع؛ لأشد لحييه، فكان يغرق حتى نظن أن قد قضي، ثم يفيق، ويقول: لا بعد لا بعد بيده، ففعل هذا مرة، وثانية، فلما كان في الثالثة قلت…
17 Dhul Hijjah 14389 September 2017
Narrations Regarding Where the Sun Sets
QuestionIs there a Hadith similar to the following found in any other book(s) other than Sunan Abi Dawud? Narrated Sayyiduna Abu Dharr (radiyallahu 'anhu): "I was sitting behind the Messenger of Allah (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) who was riding a donkey while the sun was setting. He asked: Do you…
16 Dhul Hijjah 14388 September 2017
A Person Will Be Recompensed for Whatever He Spends on Hajj/’Umrah
QuestionI would like to know if there is a Hadith stating that whatever you spend for the purpose of 'Umrah or Hajj, you will be recompensed for it.
16 Dhul Hijjah 14388 September 2017
A Fabrication Regarding ‘Ali (radiyallahu ‘anhu) and the Bridge (Sirat)
QuestionIs this Hadith authentic? Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) said: "No one will be permitted to cross [an incline] by the bridge (sirat) on the Day of Qiyamah except through the permission/wilayah of Ali (radiyallahu 'anhu)"
16 Dhul Hijjah 14388 September 2017
Meaning of a Statement Made by ‘Abdullah ibnul ‘Amr ibnul ‘As (radiyallahu ‘anhuma)
QuestionWhat is the meaning of the following words in Sahih Muslim, Chapter of fasting, "Qala: Man li bi hadhihi?"
16 Dhul Hijjah 14388 September 2017
Who Is the Author of Sharhus Sunnah?
QuestionIn Mirqatul Mafatih, Mulla 'Ali Al Qari (rahimahullah) sometimes quotes from "Sharhus Sunnah." Who is the author of the book Sharhus Sunnah?
15 Dhul Hijjah 14387 September 2017
Showing Mercy to All of Mankind
QuestionIs this Hadith reliable? والذي نفسي بيده، لا يضع الله رحمته إلا على رحيم، قالوا: يا رسول الله، كلنا يرحم، قال:ليس برحمة أحدكم صاحبه يرحم الناس كافة
15 Dhul Hijjah 14387 September 2017
Abu Bakr (radiyallahu ‘anhu) Will Be Welcomed by All the Inhabitants of Jannah
QuestionIs this narration authentic? يدخل الجنة رجل، فلا يبقى أهل دار ولا أهل غرفة إلا قالوا: مرحبا مرحبا، إلينا إلينا، فقال أبو بكر: يا رسول الله، ما توى على هذا الرجل في ذلك اليوم. قال: أجل، وأنت هو يا أبا بكر
15 Dhul Hijjah 14387 September 2017
Clarification Regarding Certain Terms Used in Sahih Muslim
QuestionWhat is meant by 'riwayatan' in the following Hadith in Sahih Muslim under the chapter of fasting: Qala Abu Bakr 'riwayatan' wa qala 'Amrun 'yablughu bihin Nabiyya sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam'
15 Dhul Hijjah 14387 September 2017
Actions Are Judged/Rewarded According to Their Intentions
QuestionWhat is the authenticity of this narration? Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said: “Verily actions are but by their intentions, and a person will only be [awarded according] to his intention. So whosoever emigrated for Allah and His Rasul, his hijrah will be for Allah and His Rasul. And whosoever…
14 Dhul Hijjah 14386 September 2017
The Sabr of Abu Qilabah (rahimahullah)
QuestionIs this incident suitable to quote? الأوزاعي عن عبد الله بن محمد قال خرجت الى ساحل البحر مرابطا وكان رابطنا يومئذ عريش مصر قال فلما انتهيت إلى الساحل فإذا أنا ببطيحه وفى البطيحه خيمة فيها رجل قد ذهب يداه ورجلاه وثقل سمعه وبصره وما له من جارحة تنفعه إلا لسانه…
14 Dhul Hijjah 14386 September 2017
Eating Fruit Before or After Meals?
QuestionThere is a Hadith which states Sayyiduna Abul Haytham ibn Tayyihan (radiyallahu 'anhu) presented to Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) and some Sahabah different types of dates. Thereafter he slaughtered an animal and served the meat to them. Is it correct to serve and consume fruit first before the main…