20 Sha'ban 14451 March 2024
Bishr al Hafi (rahimahullah) on Studying Knowledge With the Correct Intention
QuestionBishr ibn Harith reported: “Do not seek knowledge to insult people. This is the greatest disease.” Where does this narration appear?
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20 Sha'ban 14451 March 2024
A Du’a of ‘Abdullah ibn Mas’ud (radiyallahu ‘anhu)
QuestionIs this du’a authentic to recite on the night of the 15th of Sha’ban? اللهم يا ذا المن ولا يمن عليه، يا ذا الجلال والإكرام، يا ذا الطول والإنعام. لا إله إلا أنت ظهر اللاجئين، وجار المستجيرين، وأمان الخائفين، اللهم إن كنت كتبتني عندك في أم الكتاب شقيا أو…
18 Sha'ban 144528 February 2024
The Islam of ‘Umar (radiyallahu ‘anhu) Gave Strength to the Muslims
QuestionWhat is the correct reference for this statement? Narrated Abdullah: “We have been powerful since ‘Umar embraced Islam.”
18 Sha'ban 144528 February 2024
The Importance of Having the Correct Intention When Going to the Masjid
QuestionWhat is the meaning of this Hadith? “Whoever comes to the Masjid for something that will be his share.”
18 Sha'ban 144528 February 2024
A Reward for Clothing a Destitute Muslim
QuestionIs the following Hadith referring to poor Muslims or all Muslims regardless of rich/poor? «ما من مسلم كسا مسلما ثوبا إلا كان في حفظ من الله ما دام منه عليه خرقة»
17 Sha'ban 144527 February 2024
The Sahabah (radiyallahu ‘anhum) Would Cry Profusely When Listening to Quran
QuestionI am searching for a reference for this When the people of Yemen came during the time of Abu Bakr and heard the Quran, they began to weep. Abu Bakr said: “This is how we used to be.” Then hearts became hard
17 Sha'ban 144527 February 2024
Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) Will Intercede on Behalf of Sinners in Jahannam
QuestionWhat is the authenticity of this Hadith? Abu Hurayrah (raḍiyallahu ‘anhu) narrated that Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said: “I shall go towards Jahannam and knock at its door. It will be opened for me. I will enter it – and praise Allah with such praise that has never…
16 Sha'ban 144526 February 2024
The Bravery of a Father and Son and the Courage of Mu’adhah al ‘Adawiyyah (rahimahallah)
QuestionI am looking for the reference of the story of Silah ibn Ashyam who told his son to go forth in battle and become martyred so that he would be rewarded.
13 Sha'ban 144523 February 2024
Abu Hurayrah’s (radiyallahu ‘anhu) Version of the Hadith on Treating Neighbours Kindly
QuestionIs this narration and reference correct? Abu Hurayrah (radiyallahu ‘anhu) reported that Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said, “Jibril kept advising me to be good to neighbours until I thought he would make them my heirs.” (Ibn Majah)
13 Sha'ban 144523 February 2024
Incorrect Attribution of a Quote to Hafiz Ibn Hajar Regarding Women
QuestionIs this correct? What is the Arabic text? Ibn Hajar al ‘Asqalani (rahimahullah) said: “Often, the high status of women was unknown because of their haya (modesty) and because they used to stay in their homes, so hardly anyone knew their status.” (Al Matalibul ‘Aliyah)
12 Sha'ban 144522 February 2024
Speaking Lies When Fasting Diminishes the Reward Greatly
QuestionCould you provide a reference for this? “The righteous predecessors used to say that telling lies will break the fast” -Ibrahim an Nakha’i (rahimahullah)
12 Sha'ban 144522 February 2024
Failure to Fulfil Zakah Obligations Properly Leads to the Destruction of Wealth
QuestionIs this Hadith suitable to quote? Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said: “Wealth is not destroyed in land or sea except due to not discharging Zakah. So, protect your wealth by discharging Zakah.”
11 Sha'ban 144521 February 2024
Reciting Bismillah Before Shooting an Animal During Hunting
QuestionPlease comment on the status of this Hadith Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) told Abu Tha’labah (radiyallahu ‘anhu): “As for that which you have mentioned that you’re in a region of hunting, whatever you attain with your bow, Take the name of Allah on it and then eat”
10 Sha'ban 144520 February 2024
Bilal ibn Sa’d (rahimahullah) on the Transient Nature of This World
QuestionCan this be quoted? سمعت بلال بن سعد يقول في موعظته: عباد الرحمن اعلموا أنكم تعملون في أيام قصار لأيام طوال، في دار زوال لدار مقام، ودار حزن ونصب لدار نعيم وخلد، ومن لم يعمل من اليقين فلا يتعن
10 Sha'ban 144520 February 2024
Another Version of the Du’a to Recite When Bidding Farewell to Someone
QuestionWhat is the reference for this du’a? اللهم ازو له الأرض، وهون عليه السفر