8 Muharram 143929 September 2017
Why Would the Quraysh fast on ‘Ashura?
Question One narration indicates that the Mushrikin used to fast on ‘Ashura as well. Is there any history/reason behind their fasting on this day ?
General
A category of posts that include general topics of Hadith.
8 Muharram 143929 September 2017
‘Allamah Khattabi (rahimahullah)
Question I have seen some Hadith commentators quote Al Khattabi. Who is Al Khattabi?
28 Dhul Hijjah 143820 September 2017
Meaning of a Term Used in Mirqat
Question In Mirqatul Mafatih sometimes when discussing details about a rawi Mullah ‘Ali Qari says ذكره المؤلف . Who is المؤلف?
22 Dhul Hijjah 143814 September 2017
Clarification of the Word رضا
Question In the following Hadith is the word رضاء (with hamza) an error? … سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ وَبِحَمْدِهِ عَدَدَ خَلْقِهِ، وَرِضَاءَ نَفْسِهِ، وَزِنَة عَرْشِهِ، وَمِدَادَ كَلِمَاتِهِ It is mentioned…
19 Dhul Hijjah 143811 September 2017
Women Being Prevented from Going to the Masjid
Question Are there Hadiths about Sayyiduna ‘Umar (radiyallahu ‘anhum) specifically preventing women from going to the masjid? I have always come across the following Hadith in relation to…
17 Dhul Hijjah 14389 September 2017
Abiding by the Rules of Arabic Grammar When Reciting Hadith.
Question Should one abide to this rule when reading Hadiths? خطأ شائع بين الطلاب: قراءة همزة القطع في موضع الوصل قال العلامة ابن الحاجب صاحب الكافية في كتابه ’الشافية‘…
14 Dhul Hijjah 14386 September 2017
Eating Fruit Before or After Meals?
Question There 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.…
13 Dhul Hijjah 14385 September 2017
How Many Times Did Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) Do Cupping?
Question Is there any mention in Hadith as to how many times Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) had cupping done?
24 Dhul Qa'dah 143817 August 2017
How Often Would the Sahabah (radiyallahu ‘anhum) Eat?
Question When people follow diets they say that it is good to eat snacks during the day and a total of 5-6 times a day. Is there anything…
23 Dhul Qa'dah 143816 August 2017
Ibn ‘Umar’s (radiyallahu ‘anhuma) Fondness to Imitate the Actions of Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam)
Question I have heard that Ibn ‘Umar (radiyallahu ‘anhuma) use to pretend to relieve himself, without having the need to do so, at a particular place just to…
22 Dhul Qa'dah 143815 August 2017
A Follow up Query on the Fabricated Narration Regarding the Virtue of Giving Ghusl to the Deceased
Question May you please elaborate on the reason for the narration regarding the virtue of giving ghusl to the deceased being classified a fabrication? I don’t have access to the…
18 Dhul Qa'dah 143811 August 2017
Walking in Front of One Performing Salah
Question Is there a Hadith mentioning a warning for walking in front of one performing Salah?
17 Dhul Qa'dah 143810 August 2017
What to Do for Protection and Blessings in a New Home/Business Premises?
Question Are there any deeds prescribed from the prophetic practice to be fulfilled after purchasing a new home or business? I have seen many engage in a khatam…
14 Dhul Qa'dah 14387 August 2017
Take the Good, Leave the Bad
Question Some scholars say “Take the good, leave the bad.” What is its reference? I have read Mashayikh advising to avoid reading things from people of batil due…
10 Dhul Qa'dah 14383 August 2017
Was Ummu Ayman the Foster Mother of Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam)?
Question Regarding this post I read in an article that Ummu Ayman (radiyallahu ‘anha) also breastfed Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) as well as Sayyiduna Hamzah (radiyallahu ‘anhu)…