How many rakahs should I pray for Tarawih?
Ramadan is a month of ibadah and increasing our closeness to Allah Almighty by increasing in our worship. Whether it is our recitation of the Quran or by doing additional salah. One of these...
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How do you perform the witr prayer?
The Witr Guide What is the correct way to pray witr? When should it be prayed? And what should you recite? There are differences in the schools of thought on this matter, based on...
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Who is a martyr in Islam?
We are all familiar with the concept of shaheed when it is related to the one who sacrifices their life for Allah with the right intention. The word shaheed means witness, and martyrs are...
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What are the birth rites in Islam?
The 7 sunnahs of birth When we have a new-born, we are grateful to Allah Almighty for the blessing. From the sunnah we have to do 7 things. 1. Delivering the good news (bishra)...
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What is the Quranic remedy for sadness?
In this current climate, grief seems to be a swamp which we are collectively sinking into. There is so much sadness around us. Many of us have lost close relatives, loved ones, parents, children...
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What is the significance of the darood?
Salawat Ibrahimiya Allahumma salli ala muhammadiw wa ala aali muhammadin kamaa sallaita ala ibrahima wa ala aali ibrahima innaka hamidum majid. allahumma baarik ala muhammadiw wa ala aali muhammadin kamaa baarakta ala ibrahima wa...
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What is the meaning and significance of At-Tahiyyat in the salah?
We recite the at-tahiyyat in our salah in our sitting position after sujjud, after every two rakahs in all our prayers. What is the significance of the words we recite? The Tashahhud التَّحِيَّاتُ لِلَّهِ...
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Is photography permissible in Islam?
Are photos haram? The permissibility of photography is a matter of disagreement among scholars. There are two camps and we can see why this has arisen by looking at the main hadith and how...
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How do you divide the chores in the house?
Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her) is reported to have said: “He did what one of you would do in his house. He mended sandals and patched garments and sewed.” (Adab Al-Mufrad) In...
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Are body piercings, fade hairstyles and tattoos haram?
Women may pierce their ears In general women have had their ears pierced throughout history and throughout the world. This is permissible. However, multiple ear piercings would require the consent of the husband as...
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Is it permissible to take out a mortgage in Islam?
Are mortgages halal? In Islam usury is clearly forbidden. It is a major sin and is one of the seven gravest ones. Those who commit it are considered as waging war against Allah Almighty...
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What does Islam say about equal pay for women?
Equality for women’s pay Where does Islam stand on women’s place in society? Is she allowed to have equal pay and be in positions of leadership? I wonder why people separate women from society...
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Can women pluck their eyebrows, use botox or have plastic surgery in Islam?
Are women permitted to pluck eyebrows? There is a huge discussion on this topic by scholars. The majority opinion is that it is haram. It was narrated that ‘Abdulleh said: “The Messenger of Allah...
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The Muslim Guide to Getting Married
How to identify Mr or Miss Right It can be very complicated trying to find the right person to marry. Even more so if you are idealistic about it. If you are realistic, it...
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Is there such a thing as an Islamic dress?
There is no such thing as an Islamic dress. We have general guidance, which we have to adhere to. The design, style and colour depends on your culture and where you live. There are...
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