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23 Dhul Qa'dah 14367 September 2015

The Modesty of Sayyiduna ‘Uthman ibn ‘Affan (radiyallahu ‘anhu)

QuestionIs the following narration authentic? Rasulullah (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) was reclining in his house while his legs were uncovered. Sayyiduna Abu Bakr (radiyallahu 'anhu) sought permission to enter, so he permitted him to enter and he spoke to him. Then Sayyiduna 'Umar (radiyallahu 'anhu) sought permission to enter, so…

23 Dhul Qa'dah 14367 September 2015

Hearts Are in Allah’s Control

QuestionPlease give me the reference and full words of the Hadith which states that the heart is between the Fingers of Allah Ta'ala

22 Dhul Qa'dah 14366 September 2015

The Gardens of Jannah in This World

QuestionIs the following Hadith authentic? Rasulullah (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) said: "When you pass by the meadows of Jannah indulge freely in them!' The Sahabah asked: 'O Messenger of Allah! What are the meadows of Paradise?' He replied: 'The circles/gatherings of 'ilm [Knowledge].'" [Tabarani]

20 Dhul Qa'dah 14364 September 2015

Reciting the Shahadah After Wudu

QuestionI've been told that reading second kalimah (the shahadah) after wudu is Sunnah along with a verse of the Quran. Can you please confirm the narration, and it's authenticity?

20 Dhul Qa'dah 14364 September 2015

Did Sayyiduna ‘Uthman (radiyallahu ‘anhu) Resemble Ibrahim (‘alayhis salam)?

QuestionIs the following narration authentic? 1) When Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) married Sayyidah Ummu Kulthum to Sayyiduna 'Uthman, he said to her, "Verily, your husband resembles your forefather Ibrahim, and your father Muhammad". 2) Ibn Asakir has recorded on the authority of Sayyiduna 'Abdullah ibn 'Umar that Nabi (sallallahu…

20 Dhul Qa'dah 14364 September 2015

Reference for the Qunut Recited in Witr Salah

QuestionThe famous Du'a recited in Witr "Allahumma Inna Nastaeenuka wa nastaghfiruka" Is this mentioned in the Hadith? Also, are there variations in the wordings?

20 Dhul Qa'dah 14364 September 2015

The Most Beloved Acts to Allah are Those Carried Out With Consistency

QuestionPlease provide the reference and verify the translation of the following narration. "O people, you should do whatever [good] deeds you can, for Allah does not get tired [of giving reward] when you get tired. And the most beloved of good deeds to Allah are those deeds that are done…

20 Dhul Qa'dah 14364 September 2015

Barakah in Sustenance

QuestionKindly provide an 'amal (deed that I may carry out) for increase and Barakah in my rizq (sustenance)

18 Dhul Qa'dah 14362 September 2015

A Hadith on Averting Corporal Punishment (Hadd)

QuestionWhat is the authenticity of the following narration? "Avert the infliction of prescribed penalties on Muslims as much as you can, and if there is any way out, let a man go, for it is better for a leader to make a mistake in forgiving than to make a mistake…

18 Dhul Qa'dah 14362 September 2015

Making the Dhikr of Allah Ta’ala Calmly

QuestionKindly provide the reference for the following narration: "We were with Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) on a journey, and some men stood up repeating aloud, 'God is most great;' and the Prophet said, 'O men, be easy on yourselves and do not distress yourselves by raising your voices; truly,…

18 Dhul Qa'dah 14362 September 2015

The Great Value of Iman

QuestionIs the following Hadith reliable? Rasulullah (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam) said that Allah will save a man in front of all the creation on the day of Qiyamah. Ninety nine scrolls of his deeds will be spread out, each scroll extending as far as the eye can see. Against all…