How do you pray Salat al-Kusuf – the prayer during a solar eclipse
There are varied opinions among scholars on how to pray salat al-kusuf or salat al-khusuf, which is a sunnah prayer the Prophet (peace be upon him) performed during a solar eclipse (when a planet...
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When can you fast after Eid?
The days of Eid are a time of joy and celebration. Though you can fast from the day after Eid al Fitr, it is best to wait until the 4th Shawwal before you start...
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Is it permissible to take out a student loan?
Taking out an interest-bearing loan is haram. Some might not consider this haram, but that is completely prohibited, because it is interest and Allah Almighty stated in the Quran, in Surat al Baqarah: Allah...
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What are the best times to pray?
Allah chose specific times for Salah (prayer), however Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) showed us the best practice as well as wisdom and flexibility in following these times. He was not rigid in...
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I’m worried I’ll miss my salah, can I pray it early?
You can’t pray before the prayer time starts. Salah is not about your availability; it’s about the time that Allah ordained for the salah. If the salah has started you can pray, but if...
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Can I break my fast if I am not feeling well?
Fasting, which is a pillar of Islam, cannot be underrated. It is an obligation for all Muslim adults who are sane and well. Once you have made the intention to fast, breaking a fast...
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Can you pray nawafil between Fajr and sunrise?
Abu Sa’id Al-Khudri (may Allah be pleased with him) narrated: I heard Allah’s Messenger (peace be upon him) saying, ‘No Salat (prayer) is to be offered after the morning prayer (Fajr) until the sun...
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Is it permissible to get home insurance?
The concept that someone in difficulty is helped by others pooling their money is rewarding; this is why we have the takaful insurance – the cooperation insurance. It’s a good thing. Thus the concept...
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What timetable should I follow for suhoor?
There are several methods for calculating the time of Fajr prayer, based on different astronomical calculations and interpretations. Common methods include: Fixed Time: This method relies on using a fixed time before sunrise to...
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What is the status of tarawih?
In order for something to be called a sunnah mu’akkadah, an emphasised sunnah, it has to be something the Prophet (peace be upon him) did regularly and did not leave without an excuse. This...
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Do you have to make up missed sunnah Fajr?
The 2 rakahs sunnah which precede Fajr hold a very high status. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “The two Rak’ahs (Sunnah) of Fajr are better than this world and all it...
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Can you pray nawafil (duha) before the midday prayer (dhur)?
Performing Duha prayer is highly rewarding. You can pray 2, 4, 6 or 8 rakahs. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “In the morning, charity is due on every joint of the...
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Can I still pray maghrib if it is dark and about to be isha?
Abdullah ibn Mas’ud (may Allah be pleased with him) narrated that the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “The first matter that the slave will be brought to account for on the Day...
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Can you pray tahiyatul masjid between asr and maghrib or a forbidden time?
The Prophet (blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) said: “When one of you enters the mosque, let him not sit down until he has prayed two rak‘ahs.” (Bukhari and Muslim) The sunnah...
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How can I dispose of riba?
Both receiving and paying interest (riba) are a major sin, as riba is strictly prohibited in Islam and Allah has declared war against those who deal with riba. Ask your bank not to deposit...
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