The pitfalls of saying 'walahi', and not paying your employees their full wage
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The pitfalls of saying ‘walahi’, and not paying your employees their full wage

On the authority of Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him), the Prophet (peace be upon him) said that the Allah Almighty said: I am the adversary of three people on the Day of Judgement- and whoever is My adversary will be defeated:  A man took people’s trust in My name and betrayed them  A…

Can you hold a khatam for the deceased? Should you mark death anniversaries? Can you attend non-Muslim funerals?
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Can you hold a khatm for the deceased and mark death anniversaries in Islam?

Can you hold a Khatam al Quran or recite the Quran for the deceased Widespread practice The practice of holding khatams is so widespread in the community. Probably more than 80 percent of people do this. Is it permissible? In a nutshell, in our time, the entire ummah, barring a small minority,  say that it…

Can women visit the graveyard?
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Common misconceptions: Can women visit the graveyard?

Praying the salatul janaza (janaza prayer) Praying the janazah (funeral) prayer is prescribed for both men and women, because the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: “Whoever attends the janazah until he offers the prayer will have one qirat (of reward), and whoever attends until (the deceased) is buried will have…

where does it say alcohol is haram
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Where does it say that alcohol is prohibited in the Quran (part 1)

The prohibition of alcohol was introduced gradually. It happened in stages. This is gradualism. As Islam was revealed over 23 years,  the dos and dont’s were not delivered in a single complete package as we have now. Rather, a process of transforming hearts, minds and social practices took place as the verses were revealed bit…

Can I make a dual intention for the 6 fasts of Shawwal?
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Can I make a dual intention for the 6 fasts of Shawwal?

The Prophet (peace be on him) used to fast the 6 days of Shawwal. They do not have to be fasted consecutively but at any time during the month.  When can you fast after Eid? You can fast from 2nd Shawwal, but it is better to delay the fasting the six days of Shawwal until…

Should the deceased from the coronavirus have ghusl or tayammum?
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Should the deceased from the coronavirus have ghusl or tayammum?

Sadly there is widespread confusion over whether to perform ghusl over those who have passed away due to the coronavirus. Need for clarity As well as the distress and bereavement of losing loved members of the family and community, there is anxiety among families on the issue, and a need for clarity and assurance that the…

The Coronavirus: Protect your self. Do not attend Jummah until it is safe.
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The Coronavirus: Protect yourself. Do not attend Jummuah until it is safe.

  Allah Almighty said: We will certainly test you with some fear and hunger, and some loss of possessions and lives and crops. But give good news to the steadfast. (2:155) وَلَنَبْلُوَنَّكُم بِشَيْءٍ مِّنَ الْخَوْفِ وَالْجُوعِ وَنَقْصٍ مِّنَ الْأَمْوَالِ وَالْأَنفُسِ وَالثَّمَرَاتِ ۗ وَبَشِّرِ الصَّابِرِينَ   The Coronavirus is a test for us all Without doubt…

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The Halal Food Guide – everything you can and can’t eat

The majority of food is halal The list of what is haram is not long. In fact, Allah Almighty is saying that everything is halal except the few things which are prohibited. There are 10 prohibitions mentioned in the Quran and some more from the Sunnah – all in all not more than 20 things….

THE SUNNAH IS MORE THAN A COLLECTION OF ISOLATED WORDS AND ACTIONS. IT IS BROADER THAN THAT.
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The Sunnah is more than a collection of isolated words and actions. It is broader than that.

How do you define what is Sunnah ‘It is Sunnah to eat meat once in 3 months.’ ‘It is Sunnah to wipe over (khuf) leather socks’ Are these true? What is ‘Sunnah’? The word Sunnah is an Arabic word meaning ‘tradition’ or ‘way.’ For Muslims, Sunnah means, ‘the way of the Prophet Mohammad (peace be…

women's cycle and intimacy
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Intimacy During a Woman’s Time of the Month

A Woman’s Cycle and Intimacy And they ask you about menstruation. Say it is a discomfort; therefore, keep aloof from the women during the menstruation and do not go near them until they have become clean; then when they have cleansed themselves, go in them as Allah has commanded you; surely Allah loves those who purify…

To celebrate or not to celebrate? Milad un Nabi
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To Celebrate or Not to Celebrate? Milad un Nabi

Mawlid – Loving the Prophet (peace be on him)   The birthday of the Prophet (peace be on him) manages to excite passionate opinions every year. It is something of a contentious topic. However there is no need for locking horns over this issue, as it can be viewed very simply. What did the Prophet…