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1. Belief in Palmistry or hand-lines-reading? 2. Unhappy in life, is it OK to pray for death? 3. Expecting dreams to be fulfilled and Du'a to be answered! 4. Revising Qur'an memorization during menstruation 5. Fixing specific days for Reciting Azkar 6. Taking money from husband's pocket without his permission 7. Protection and well being during pregnancy 8. Advice to women seeking Islamic knowledge 9. When husband does not love his wife 10. Deciding for marriage 11. Halal Investment using Mahar money 12. Purity and Cleanliness for Women - Ruling on Haiz and Istihaza 13. "Natural vanilla" and "Vanilla" in food items 14. Salaatul Haaja, How to perform? 15. Duas to recite while pregnant 16. Marriage to a Christian/Jewish woman 17. Photos and Webcam in Islam

18. Frustrated with Religion? 19. Reason for new revelation from Allah 20. Helping non-Muslim understand Islam 21. Receiving blessing from Allah to conceive 22. New Muslimah seeking help in learning prayers 23. Dua for pregnant muslim woman who had not concieved for very long tim 24. Religion obeying Allah at the time of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.) 25. Life insurance policy .. 26. Can a wife forgive part of her Mahr (bridal money given by the husband to 27. How to bring Islam to my life? 28. Fasting and menstruation 29. Shabbe Baraat/15th Shabaan & Wearing of Gold Anklets/ Jewelry 30. Calling daughter by one part of her name 31. Alcohol in perfume 32. Aaqeeqah, can it be done in another country ? 33. Chatting on internet with non-Mahram and Repentance 34. How to resolve depression? 35. Dua to have children 36. Interest and gifts from friends 37. Etiquettes for caring an infant and observing hijab while breastfeeding 38. The recompense for Gheebah 39. Is wearing the niqaab (covering the face) necessary? 40. Working from home, pocket-money and seeking permission from husband 41. When a husband does not trust his wife 42. Salatul Hajaat, Salatul Istikhara for marriage 43. How to convince a husband that niqaab and hijab are good for his wife? 44. Women's right to earn and spend on parents 45. Islamic name for a new-born baby 46. Deciding for marriage and praying Salatul Istikhaarah 47. How to advise a husband who has started drinking? 48. How to resolve depression and stress? 49. How many days to wait before Performing Salah after child-birth? 50. Taking Zakah based on Gold weight or its cash value 51. Observing Hijab from an uncle and speaking about husband's faults 52. What are the etiquettes for women to visit a masjid ? 53. Health issues causing because of Niqaab, Should I discontinue.... 54. What should be women's position during ruku and sujud?

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Belief in Palmistry or hand-lines Should we Muslims belief in palmistry or hand lines reading? Wha and 'Qismat' lines? What should we do about it if someone tells y Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Respected Sister,

Allah swt says in the holy Quran, "Pursue not that which you ha Israa,verse 36)

The Prophet SAW has said" whoever goes to a psychic or fortune has disbelieved in what has been revealed to Muhammed" (Aboo

And further, the Prophet SAW has said, "whoever goes to a psyc believes him, his salaah of forty days will not be accepted" (Musli

As muslims, our belief is in Taqdeer (fate), whatever good or bad Allah SWT. By going to a psychic or fortune teller, palm reader, h is weakened by their words, naturally, if he tells you that your lifeagonized and worried that you may die soon. But in reality one m

There is a reason why Allah SWT did not disclose the time of dea from before hand, and this is in fact the wisdom and mercy of Alla anticipation of the bad things about to happen to him. So, when A the agonies from us, why would we want to change that?

Also, keep in mind that the fortune teller is just a human like us, th mistakes!

Let us follow the example of our prophet SAW, follow his comman prohibitions, we will attain great happiness and success, insha-Al We hope that this answers your questions, And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department.

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Unhappy in life, is it OK to pray I am unhappy in life. I never got married, so I do not have a family happened, so time passed and my parents became old and sick. how to pay for shelter and health costs as I get older. I also tried they are married and busy with children. I find myself praying for permissible in Islam, but can I pray to Allah (SWT) that He take m an old lady and work until I am very old to provide for myself? I re anymore, I just want to go. Is praying for my death just as sinful a have mercy on me? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah, Dear sister,

At this time you are depressed and lonely, that is why you are ha things don't happen the way we want it to, however, our belief as decisions of Allah SWT. Many a times we feel that we are the onl while everyone else seems happy, in reality this is not true. Every Allah SWT, but each in a different way.

Remember that Allah SWT will give you a partner, when it is the r your trust totally in Allah SWT and accept that if this is the decisio this time. Allah SWT tells us in the Quran, "..Do not become des [39:53, part of the verse]. It may be better that you are single righ add to your grief and worries.

The Prophet of Allah SAW has said, "The world is a prison for the disbeliever." If your life is feeling like a prison right now, then take prophet SAW because this is a sign of your Iman.

It is mentioned in a narration, there was a believer and a disbeliev both left home one morning to catch some fish, the disbeliever to net, when he lifted it, it was full of fish. The believer took the nam time of sunset he lifted his net to find only one fish, which jumped believer returned home empty handed while the disbeliever went seeing this, the angel that was appointed for the believer felt very that evening, Allah SWT showed him the abode of the believer in said, by the qasam of Allah, nothing will hurt him anymore once h SWT showed him the abode of the disbeliever in jahannum, to wh Allah, nothing of the world will benefit him once he reaches this a

The life of a believer is full of trials and tribulations, Allah swt has ones will be given their rewards in full, without any reckonin

The prophet SAW has told us to look at those who are less fortun depressed, think of those who are worse off than yourself.

Dear sister, instead of praying for an early death, ask Allah SWT facing and make your tasks easy. After all He is the one with all th things if he wants to. The prophet SAW has prohibited us from as

Sometimes our prayers are not granted immediately because it is answered in this world then it is kept for the hereafter, it is reporte skies recognize the voice of a believer who supplicates to Allah c will see the rewards for the duas/ prayers that were unanswered,

answered ANY of them and had kept them all for Aakhirah.

Lastly, make sure that your life is in accordance with the comman our success lies in this alone. Affiliate yourself with the masjid an time in the remembrance of Allah and the hereafter, this will remin short time we will be standing infront of Allah.

Please feel free to write to us whenever you need to and let us kn just need to change our perspective, to see life in a totally new wa

May Allah SWT remove all your difficulties and grant you ease, b wassalaam, And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department.

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Expecting dreams to be fulfilled and Du I have some dreams which I want to make them true? Is there an my dreams? Help me out so that I can help the poor and needy p many more wishes to complete and make Allah happy inshahalla Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah

One may seek the help of Allah SWT through Salaatul Haajah. P answer page for the method of performing it. If a specific task nee following dhikr: "yaa mutakabbiru" abundantly.

We would advise you not to be hasty in expecting your du'as or w according to the wish of Allah SWT. If a prayer is delayed in being for us at the time. If it is not answered in this world, then it is kept will benefit us.

Your desire to build a masjid and help the poor is commendable, please Allah by small actions as well. A person who fulfills all his great friend of Allah. The Prophet SAW advised his sahaaba and prohibitions of Allah, you will be the most pious of people".(Targh

Also remember that a mumin is rewarded for his good intentions, wassalaam, And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department.

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Revising Qur'an memorization durin I reverted to Islam in 1994. I would like to memorize as much of th Allah, so far I have memorized about 2 and 1/2 juz. However I ha lose touch with what I have recently memorized and it takes my u re-learn it all.

Can you suggest a method which is Halaal by which I can during this period? Can I recite in my mind without saying English transliterations for correcting myself?

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Further to your response to my query regarding revising t you recommended that I revise memorized portions by lis I recite alongside without verbalizing ie recite along in my does not help me in retaining learned portions, unless I re reward you for answering the query. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Respected sister,

While you are in menstruation you should revise the porti way that you should not touch the Quran or read. You ca cassette player or CD player or your computer. You may recite in your mind/heart, not verbally - the exam read the dua before entering the restroom (toilet). So, we the tongue or verbalizing.

It is true that you will not be able to retain the learnt portions just b wassalaam, And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department.

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Fixing specific days for Recitin At home we gather few people like neighbors, tenants, friends inc darood-e-shareef for about 12 days starting from "Chand raat" (fr We use seeds of a fruit to read so, in spite of using own fingers. t nearly 12000 (thousand) times. so doing so is correct according t biddath (bid'ah)? we even read the tasbeeh "YA ALLAHU YA HA 11000 (thousand) times per day before our exams, in the same m above...please try to answer my questions. may ALLAH bless you Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah, Respected sister,

Unfortunately these two methods of reciting azkaar will fall under the days (12 days starting from chand raat or full moon night). Ev may be a wazeefa on its own, but this manner of reading will mak gatherings are a greater cause of fitnah and more bid'ah, most of women get carried away in futile talk and more sins are committe

The people living in your home, parents etc, may recite any azkaa collectively to keep a good enviroment in the home, but donot spe advisable to consult with a local scholar of your area in the differe etc.

Also when it is time for exams, you may read two rakaahs of sala allah SWT for assistance, you may read azkaar and wazeefas for May Allah grant you steadfastness in deen and happiness in life,

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Taking money from my husbands pocket w

1(a). I take money from my husbands pocket without his sin?

2(b). I take money for my own use i.e. for buying clothes, does not involve in all these, sometimes I also tell him tha if you don't buy such and such things for me . Please clea accepted in Islam, as all my friends say every wife will do

2. Is wearing burqa (Hijab and Niqab) is compulsory in Is completely?

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3. Can ishaa and tahajjud salat can be offered together a Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalam alaikum Sister, 1(a). If your husband is fulfilling all your needs, it will not his pockets without asking. Perhaps he is not aware that we will advise you to talk to him about your need, or talk explain your situation to him.

(b). What is your husband's reaction when you tell him th pocket or when he sees the accessories/ clothes which y an idea if he is OK with it or not. We will advise you to let money from his pocket, example, "I used ten dollars/rupe is only permissible to take from his pocket when the husb character that one cannot even talk to him on any issue, met. So, like we mentioned that if you can talk about it an would be the best solution. We hope that this clarifies the

2. Is wearing burqa (Hijab and Niqab) is compulsory i hair completely? Please refer to a detailed answer on thi page" of this website. [Editor's note: Reference to questio (covering the face) necessary? ]

3. It is best to offer Isha salaah in the first portion of the n portion of the night. it is not advisable to delay the Isha sa one may fall asleep and not be able to wake up. if you ar o'clock " i.e. midnight, then there is nothing wrong in perf

May Allah grant you steadfastness in deen and happines And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department.

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Protection and well being during Is there any du'ah or namaz (Salah) to do for the protection and w the beginning and till the birth of the pregnancy.

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And I want to know what shall I do to have my 4-year daughter w completely but at least to make her better? Because many doctor completely. please tell me what du'ah or namaz (Salah) to do for Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah

Respected sister, The best method of seeking the help of Allah SWT is through sala Haajah daily, and make dua to Allah SWT for all your needs, con one with all the power and might and only he can remove our fea salaah can be found on the "questions and answer " page.

Recite the following aayah,"fallawhu khairun haafizow wa huwa a -verse 64) abundantly. Also, recite "yaa salaamu" abundantly un May Allah grant you steadfastness in deen and happiness in life, And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department.

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Advice to women seeking Islamic Assalamu alaikum I am studying the first year of Alimah course and I wanted to ask my course. How do I become a good Muslimah as a good examp (knowledge)? What is the best thing to do for memorization and h course?

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You have for sure, completed the course so would know how to g it can be achieved to please Allah SWT. JazakAllahu Khayr. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalam alaikum Sister,

First of all, you should try to avoid committing sins and should rec "Rabbish-Rahli Sadri Wa Yassirli Amri wah lul Uqdatam-Mil-l each Salaah.

Secondly, be practical on whatever you have learnt. Practicing o perfect invitation to your family members, who will watch you clos

Third advice is to always be obedient to your parents. There is n so that if a person's parents are non-Muslim, he/she still has to fu them on their lack of practice on deen, or point out how much you alienate them from you.

And last but not least, make Dua to Allah SWT. He is our creator, us tests, only He has the power to make our lives better. Ask Him make this your habit in times of happiness or sorrow, after all, He May Allah grant you steadfastness in deen and happiness in life,

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When husband does not love My husband told me that "he did not love me; never loved me". If want to have the husband-wife-relations with me? I have lost feel him? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalam alaikum Sister,

Marriage is a great Sunnah whilst divorce is disliked by Allah. Ra said that if a woman asks for a divorce for no reason, then the sm [Tirmidhi]. It is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give successful and their home peaceful and Islamic. Divorce is permi

Ask yourself the reason of your husband's mistrust. Is this his per Salaah and Du'a. In most cases, this is because of his lack of con him of your love for him. If your husband does not trust you becau regain his love and confidence by displaying your love for him, re commitment to the marriage. Be ever cautious of not repeating th problem.

In any case, do not speak to non-mahrams even if they are your r without his permission. Do not visit places he dislikes etc. Insha A your husband will come to trust you.

Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah narrated that th "If a women prays her five daily prayers, fasts the month of Rama obeys her husband, it will be said to her, "Enter paradise from wh wish" May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and actions. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department.

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Deciding for marriage Assalamu alaykum, Sister I have a problem. I am a divorcee with no children. I like th has not been married before, he is really practicing, we wants to g agree to it due to the culture and "what will the community say" e for us not to get married as we are both into our deen. Sister, we other thing we can do is let go of each other, or have a nikah don

How long will the nikah be valid for if we have the nikah but do no

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Please make dua for us! May Allah (SWT) bring that which is goo close to me, and take away that which is bad for me, my family an something butter and make me happy with it. Bimillah hir Rahmanir Raheem Assalam alaikum Sister,

First of all, you should do istikhara to find out wheather that perso pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah. This is a The Dua's can be found in Du'a books. A good Du'a book that ha languages is Al-Hisnul Haseen. You can pray it after Esha prayer Du'a for Istikhara: [Click Here]

Secondarily, it is better to seek permission from the elders before

As far as the concern of the validity of nikah, once it is done, it wi both do not see each other for a long period of time. May Allah Subhanahu Ta'ala will help you (Ameen) And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department.

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Halal Investment using Mahar Assalamualakum Dear sister, I want to invest (to increase) my Mahar money but I a Islamically. I want to do in a Halal way and also a good profitable

1. Tell me about shares. what type is halal and which type i 2. Is that recommendable that after every namaz (Salah) do

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3. Suggest me the best in obtaining the Quran in CD or boo consists context of each and every verse i.e. historical ba Bismillah Dear Sister,

1) One cardinal principle that you need to keep in mind is that, an which is compliant with the Shariah, where profit and loss are equ or partners, then it is permissible to participate in that business, o

[Editor's note: for details, please review the following chapter of "I Taqi Usmaani: Principles of Shariah Governing Islamic Investm

2) Sajda-e-sahu is needed when you miss any wajib act of salaa

3) There is an excellent tafseer of the Noble Quran called "Maari both Urdu and English translation and explanations that is compil (Damat Barakatuhum). And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department.

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"Purity and Cleanliness for Women - Ruling I had bleeding for 15 days. After 10 days haiz I strarted praying, t I had gap for 5 or 6 days and the bleeding has started again. How be between the istihaza and the new flow of blood for it to be con

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Bismillah hirRahmaanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah,

The time duration of menses is no less than 3 days and no more observe any bleeding, then this would be called "istehaza" (morb stops on the 10th day, these 10 days would be counted as your m necessary that there should be at least 15 days, between one me be considered clean. Any bleeding between this 15-day period of "istehaza" and the bleeding occurring after this 15-day period, wo wasalaam, And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department.

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"Natural vanilla" and "Vanilla" in Assalam o Alaikum Is the liquid milk containing "natural vanilla" as one of the ingredie heard that anything containing "vanilla" is not permissible becaus Furthermore what is the difference between "vanila" and "natural Khair Bismillah Wa alykum salaam Warahmatullah

"Vanilla" is extracted from vanilla beans, using a combination of a

"Natural vanilla" is an alternate form of vanilla in which the alcoho glycerin is vegetable/plant based then it will be permissible to use

You may write to the customer/consumer service of the product, a in the ingredients. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department.

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Salaatul Haaja, How to perf I have started praying salaatul hajaat, I can't help but wonder if I a virtues of this salaat as I am lacking on knowledge. I want to know salaatul hajaat and what is the best surah that should be recited d what dikir and salawat should I say before saying the dua. Bismillah

Assalaamu alaykum warahmatullah Salaatul Haajah: It is narrated by Abdullah bin Obi owfaa RA that the Messenger o from Allah, or in relation to man, he should perform wudu in a com rakaahs of salah. He should then praise Allah and send salawaat say: "Laa ilaaha ilalaahul haleemul kareem-subhaanallahi rabbil arshil aalameen -as aluka moojibaati rahmatik-wa azaaima maghfiratiksalaamati min kulli ithm- laa tada' lanaa dhamban illaa ghafartahhaajatan hiya laka ridan illaa qadaytahaa -yaa arhamar rawhimee

According to the narration above, we are not told of any specific s

We learn from the Quraan and Sunnah that we should engage in time of offering optional prayers is in the last portion of the night,w and neglect, this is a great time to earn the help and pleasure of A this,he/she may offer salaah at any other time, (aside from the ma We hope that this answers your question,insha-Allah. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department.

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Duas to recite while pregn Now I am pregnant for 2 months. I have 2 daughters now alhamd boy. I know it is from Allah's blessings only, nothing one can do, b recite, would you please let me know? Jazakaallahu Khaira. Bismillah Respected Sister in Islam Wa alaykum salaam warahmatullah

So long as you are happy with what Allah SWT blesses you with, both, sons and daughters equally, there is no harm in reciting Du

First and foremost you have to be punctual in your faraaid (obliga After every Salaah you may read the dua of Zakariyya A.S "Rabb tayyibah. Innaka sameeud dua" (Soorah Aale Imraan)

Further you may recite "Yaa Awwalu" 40 times for a duration of 4 May Allah SWT grant you a healthy and pious child, Aamin. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department.

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Marriage to a Christian/Jewish Can a Muslim marry a Christian? Bismillah Marriage to a Christian/Jewish woman

In principle, marriage to a Christian / Jewish female is permissible

1. She must not be a Christian/Jew by name only, as is the 2.

must, at least, believe in the basic fundamentals of Chris prophet and laws etc. She must not be a Murtadah, i.e. she was previously a M

Christianity/ Jewish.

However, in spite of marriage to the Ahl-e-Kitaab being permissib Muslim male should not marry a Christian/Jewish female. Further permissibility is in Daar-ul-Islam (Muslim lands) only and even so

Umar RA used to dislike the marriage to women of Ahl-e-Kitab, d this was the case in his time, then how much more precaution sh one occasion when Hudhaifa RA married a Jewish woman, he as Wahb RA says that Umar RA said, "The Muslim man marries a C man does not marry a Muslim woman." Ibne Umar RA used to say,"I do not know of a greater shirk than

Further Allah SWT has advised us in the Quran, "And indeed a sl better for you than a free woman who makes shirk with Allah, eve Baqarah, 2:221)

It is recorded in the two Saheehs, Abu Hurairah RA narrates that chosen for marriage for four reasons/qualities: her wealth, her so religion. So, marry the one with Deen (religion) may your hands b encouragement)

Ibne Amr RA narrates that Allah's messenger SAW said, "The life best of delights of this earthly life, is a righteous wife" (Muslim)

In todays society, we have witnessed our Muslim brothers marry witnessed the trauma that they face a few years down the line wh ,when the woman says that she has no intention of ever following dilemma is the clash of cultures, he always yearns for a wife who she yearns for a husband who could share her freedom of though

If a man is interested in marriage to a woman of Ahle-Kitaab,and accept and practice Islam sincerely, then he should make means who may present Islam to her, teach her the basic principles of S two rewards, one for practicing on her religion and second for em she will only accept Islam after marriage or later on, then one will ?

May Allah SWT grant us the understanding of the importance of D Aamin. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department.

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Photos and Webcam in Is I heard from a brother we should not take photos except for pass USA and family and parents being in India, we are able to show o for kids growing in other than their parent country, the only way to now, my family has gone to India and am able to chat and see the /showing in webcam not allowed in Islam? Please clarify.

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Assalaamu Alaykum Photos and Pictures

Picture frames and photographs of animate objects are not permi

Pictures of inanimate objects e.g. trees, mountains, etc. are perm Ahaadeeth on prohibition of pictures and drawings: *

Abu Talha (Radhiyallaahu nhu) narrates that Nabi (Salla 'Angels do not enter a house wherein there is a dog or pi bdullah ibn Masod (Radhiyallaahu nhu) narrates that Wasallam) said, 'The people with the most severe punishment by A Ibn Abbas (RA) narrates, 'I heard the messenger of Allah "Every picture-maker will be in the fire. A life will be creat maker made, and he will be tortured in Hell." If you have then make a picture of a tree or such things which are in

Images on cam-corder/computer:

The Ulama differ in their opinions regarding the images that appe

According to some reliable Ulama like Mufti Taqi Usmani Saheb, (picture making) as it is not in a durable form - refer to albalagh.n Ulama do not differentiate between an image being durable or no is Tasweer and still prohibited.

Apart from that, it should be realized that anything placed on the passage from source to destination, it is stored on numerous com others, even though it may be deleted right away by sender and r

Hence, it is best to exercise abstinence in matters which are doub Ask Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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Frustrated with Religion I find that I am getting more and more frustrated with religion. I st but no longer feel like I want to be a practicing Muslim, for many r there any advice you can give me? Bismillah Hirrahman nirrahim, Assalmu alaikum Wa Rahmatullah,

This is a good thing that you can sense regarding your frustration of faith (Iman). The best thing you should do is to perform two rak (SWT) to help you and for your routine please read 41 times Sur

And Allah knows best. Insha Allah, Allah (SWT) will help you. Wasalam. And Allah knows best, Ask Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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Reason for new revelation fro What were the reasons for consecutive revelations? Can I say wh previous faults of the people God sent the next revelation? For ex correct the mistakes what the Jews and Christians did? Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah; Dear Sister,

According to the details in Surah Baqarah (Ayat # 106) that gives and the cancellations of the commandments from Allah (SWT). W cause it to be forgotten, We bring one better than it or one eq Allah is powerful over everything?

As we all know that any command of Allah doesnt contain any fa to the ability of mankind to absorb and follow the commandments expert physician would never give you the details of the medicatio to take in each stage of your disease. He would give you only the first stage and would give you for the second stage later.

Allah (SWT) knows the best that what would be the best time to r us.

And Allah knows best, Ask Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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Helping non-Muslim understan 1) While dealing with non-Muslims especially like Christians, if the change, how we can respond strongly to remove their barrier. 2) Give me good sites where I can get genuine knowledge about Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah; Dear Sister, Your question was regarding non-Muslim people:

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1. Your question is not very clear, but if you want them to em

afraid of change in their lives after embracing of Islam; in the mercy and love of Allah (SWT) and the bounties the Judgment.

If your question is regarding the trouble they have been c show them your best behavior and for your protection for humma inna najaluka fee nohoorihim wanaoozubika the morning and eleven times in the evening) Insha Allah their evil.

2. Secondly you asked about good sites for the history of Is

http://www.albalagh.net / Wasalam, And Allah knows best, Ask Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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Receiving blessing from Allah to I have read that if you say Yaa naafi-u prior to having relation with and pious children. Well, me and my husband are both 26 years o find that we are both able to have children. This is something that would like to know what other ways a couple can receive Allah's b healthy, exercise and keep our body as pure as possible. Do you medications from the doctor? Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah; Dear Sister, You can recite these Duas also; 1) Rabbi habli milla dunka waliyya 2) Rabbi laa tazarni fardaw wa anta khairul waaritheen Wa salaam, And Allah knows best, Ask Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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New Muslimah seeking help in lear I am a widow, my husband died a few months ago. How HAVE BEEN MUSLIM FOR A LITTLE OVER A YEAR, AND IT

A GOOD HUSBAND TO GUIDE AND TEACH ME, IT WILL N LEARN. THERE IS SO MUCH I HAVE TO LEARN. I NEED TO IN ARABIC AS A SISTER TOLD ME THAT PRAYERS SAID I THERE A GOOD MATCHMAKER I CAN GO TO? MY HUSBAN HE DIED SO MY TIME OF MOURNING IS ALMOST OVER.

A MUSLIM BROTHER GAVE ME AN ARABIC NAME, AND I GOOD ONE - AABIDA MUHAMMADI - IS IT PERMISSABLE WAY?

I HAVE WORN A HIJAB AND IT HAS BEEN POSSIBLE FOR BOOKS, AND EVEN SOME QUR'AN. IF I DID NOT WEAR H OPPORTUNITY. THE SISTERS I HAVE MET DO NOT EVEN JUST LOOK AT ME AND THEN LOOK AWAY. I AM 61 AND FOR NO OTHER REASON THAN I AM THEIR ELDER. MOST HIJAB.

I AM VERY CONFUSED, AND DO WANT TO FIND A HUSBA SHARE MY LIFE AND TO TEACH ME - THERE ARE SO MAN AND I AM NOT GETTING THE SAME ANSWER ON ANY OF MUSLIM COMMUNITY - I ONLY SEE THEM ONCE EVERY F REALLY WANT TO HAVE MUSLIM FRIENDS. THE FIRST TI GET-TOGETHERS, NOBODY HARDLY TALKED TO ME, NOR IF I NEEDED BOOKS, OR IF I HAD A PRAYER RUG! AND T WAY. SALAAM, Bismillaahir rahmaanir raheem Wa alaykum salaam warahmatullah Respected Sister in Islam,

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May Allah SWT grant you abundant reward for your patie he remove all difficulties and grant your husband the hig

As you have mentioned that you still have much to learn overwhelm you, because knowledge is something that we grave. I have met sisters who started learning about Isla alphabet of the Quran, to the prayers, rules and regulatio

At this time, don't look at how much you need to learn, r have already accomplished, through the help of Allah. A marathon doesnt look at how much road lays infront of h as it comes and in the end it doesn't matter if he came fi complete the race successfully.

It is true that one's spouse is a great help in all our affair SWT to take him away at a time when you felt he was yo indication for you to turn all your focus and attention tow the best helper!

You have mentioned that your community is not very hel

aware of your situation and intention to learn. The best w forward and ask everyone around if there is any learned Islam, prayers etc. the key word being "learned" because peoples' practices and traditions, you want to learn pure

Until you find someone to help you, please feel free use t questions, it also offers excellent material on all aspects Prayers:

It is true that the 5 daily prayers have to be offered in th way around this, however prayer(supplication or Dua) in Arabic language. Just as people of other relegions fold th a Muslim (in the state of cleanliness) may sit down at an communicate with Allah for all their needs, and to thank SWT to make a means for you in learning your deen. Islamic name:

The name "Aabida" is indeed beautiful, it is feminine of " of Allah".If you feel happy with the name then you are w a positive impact on your life,insha-Allah. Hijaab and Actions:

It is a great blessing of Allah SWT that you are wearing h muslim sisters are unaware of its importance in Islam. H "Dont judge a book by its cover", similarly, Islam cannot

As Muslims we are lacking in all practical aspects of our f our elders, so much so that the Prophet Peace be upon h people often and see to all their needs.

In a narration by Amr bin Shuaib, the Prophet peac not one of us who doesn't show mercy to the young of Abu Dawood/Tirmizi)

Dont be upset by the actions of fellow Muslims, instead p has guided you.

On a parting note, we would like to quote the saying of t as a glad tiding for you, he said, "When a person embrac good,the sins he previously committed are forgiven by Al of Islam, and thereafter, every good deed is multiplied b whereas every bad deed remains as one ,and Allah may May Allah SWT grant you happiness and success,Aamin And Allah knows best, Ask Alimah Department,

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Dua for pregnant muslim woman who had not co Dua for pregnant muslim woman who had not concieved had concieved. Bismillaahir rahmaanir raheem Assalamualaikum Warahmatullah

The first thing to do is read 2 rakaah of Salaat-of-Shukr, blessing of conceiving a child. Allah SWT in his infinite wi blessing and when to hold it back, and as his servants we his decisions.

If we look into the lives of the prophets, Zakariya A.S an they spent most of their lives without children, Allah gran age. Yet they were the chosen servants of Allah SWT who obedience of Allah SWT, and exceptional humility. Their l follow. Allah SWT has accepted your dua and you have co

The only person that can grant protection to that child is Allah to remove all difficulties and bring your child into th Also, it would be helpful if your husband could recite the Al-Mubdi THE ORIGINATOR

Allah is the originator of all. He creates without model or

Further, the names(of Allah) "yaa Raqeebo" and "yaa Wa abundantly through the day, until you give birth.

May Allah SWT grant you pious offspring, who are the co And Allah knows best, Ask Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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Religion obeying Allah at the time of Prop 1) I want to know what the people had the label like Jew time of Ibrahim (A.S.)

2) I want to know when it happened in history first, label Answer Bismillaahir rahmaanir raheem Assalaam alaikum Sister, Following are the answers to your question:

1. There was no existence of Judaism or Christianity in th Prophet Moosa (AS) and Prophet Essa (AS) came after Pr to say that Prophet Ibrahim (AS) was a Jew and Christian Christian.

2. According to Surahtul Anaam (Ayat 163) Prophet Ibra first in Muslims. However, who obeys the commandment Therefore the true followers of any Prophets were Muslim preached only Islam. And Allah knows best, Ask Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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Life insurance policy.. I was born into a non-Muslim family, and just before I wa just before my 21st birthday...

I calculated the ammount my grandfather had put into th per month, which came to just over 1,200...The type of for me, a "with-profits" policy, and basically what they di into the policy into businesses and they gave some of the of the sum, so when it matured it was over 2,100...

I was told by a Fiqh-a Hanafi shaykh that the "bonuses" haraam and to give it to some of my non-Muslim family.. What I need to know is exactly how much of this money

The shaykh told me that the money that my grandfather the rest impermissable, however this was before I knew been invested... I have been muslim less than 3 years so in the type of policy that my grandfather openened etc... investment" policies but obviously the above investment

The problem I now face is that the majority of the money me has been spent already in clearing up a few expenses that I have spent money that is impermissable for use...

My dear sister, I would gladly appreciate that you can tel reguarding this issue as soon as possible insha'Allaah, as wrong I wish to repent for what I have done before Allaa soul! jazakumallaahu khayran! Bismillaahir rahmaanir raheem Assalamualaikum Warahmatullah Sister.

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If this is a regular insurance then the amount of money w

your grandfather put in is haram. However, if this is an in shared amongst the investors, then the money will be ha invested in businesses that are permissible according to

Our advice to you is to give the profits/bonus to your non difficult to determine where the money was invested and according to the Shariah. The money (1200) that your gr for you to use. And Allah knows best, Ask Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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Can a wife forgive part of her Mahr (bridal money wife at the time of marriag I wanted to know that if there is a fixed sum on our cont possible to say to my husband that he only has to give m for the sake of Allaah? or, does the Mahr have to be give husband any money back ? Bismillaahir rahmaanir raheem Assalamualaikum Warahmatullah Sister.

Mahr is a right of a woman when she marries. Allah Ta'al

"And give to the women (whom you marry) their m given by the husband to his wife at the time of mar [al-Nisaa 4:4].

However, it is permissible for the wife to forgive part of h

"but if they, of their own good pleasure, remit any enjoy it without fear of any harm (as Allh has mad He does not have to give you the Mahr in full before you this answers your question. And Allah knows best, Ask Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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How to bring Islam to my I'm 20 years old. I've been really trying to rearrange my been really hard my parents don't pray and I don't really here that I could turn to for advice or anything like that.. do to make myself more comfortable around my parents to do which is to inshaallah start wearing a hijjab and jus around...also is there a dua I can say for financial freedo

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really good...and I'm just doing my best to keep up with Bismillaahir rahmaanir raheem Assalamualaikum Warahmatullah Honorable Sister in Islam,

All praise be to Allah! You are indeed very fortunate, at a misled into the false glamour and fantasies of this world, and contentment, which can only be found in following th Prophet Sallallahu alaihiwasallam.

Your conviction to stay on the right track is already the fi and as with any new venture, you will experience hurdles

This is how Allah SWT made life in this world for a believ hurdle you pass, your Eeman and faith will be stronger, i

Our first advise is to increase your knowledge of Deen. S knowledge, rules of cleanliness, wudu, salaah, hijaab etc the full understanding of why they are wearing it, will alw women who have not understood its reasons and importa cannot be without. This website offers excellent material you can always ask questions when you are not sure of s

Secondly, be practical on whatever you have learnt. Prac be the perfect invitation to your family members,who wil dont care much for what you are doing, actions speak lou their mind-set one day soon, insha-Allah.

Third advise is to always be obedient to your parents. Th issue, so much so that if a person's parents are non-Mus their rights. Never argue with them on their lack of pract much you practice on your deen, this will only alienate th them over with kind words and good character. Take ext chores, do things before she can ask you to do it. They w your character is actually the beauty of Islam in you.

And last but not least, make Dua to Allah SWT. He is our and He gives us tests, only He has the power to make ou need that you have, and make this your habit in times of He is all-hearing, all-seeing.

May Allah grant you steadfastness in deen and happiness And Allah knows best, Ask Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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Fasting and menstruatio For the past few months my period lasts 10 days. During did ghusl but there is more reddish discharge afterwards I fast or pray? please advise.

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Bismillah Assalaamu Alaykum Respected Sister in Islam,

According to the Hanafi fiqh, the minimum days of Haiz/m nights , maximum being 10 days and 10 nights. There ha days between 2 periods.

Accordingly, whatever bleeding or spotting occurs after 1 your menstruation, instead it will be classified as Istihaad

A woman may pray salaah, read Quran and fast during is make istinja (wash private parts), then change your unde wudhu.

You should keep marking your calendar on the days of ha whatever days you bleed extra, so that you know exactly istihaadha. Also remember that 15 days have to pass bef If you need further clarification, please feel free to ask. And Allah knows best, Ask Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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Shabbe Baraat/15th Shabaan & Wearing of Q1. What is the significance of Shabb-e-Barat in the light

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Q2. Has Prophet Muhammad Pease Be Upon Him prohibit (plain which does not produce any sound) or any gold jew it brings bad luck to family? Bismillah Respected Sister in Islam, 1) SHABBE BARAAT/ 15 SHABAAN -----------------------------

There are many Ahaadith that have been narrated on the One of them is the narration of Sayyiduna Muaadh ibn Ja Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, Allah Taa the fifteenth night of Shabaan and forgives all of them e to Him and one who harbours enmity in his heart. (This Imaam Tabrani in his Mujamul Awsat and Mujamul Kabe Shuubul Imaan)

Imaam ibn Hibbaan (RA) has classified this narration as S included it in his book al-Saheeh. Hafiz al-Haythami (R narrators of this Hadith are reliable. (Majma-uz-zawaaid Besides this narration, there is another one classified as

(RA) in his al-Targheeb (vol.3 pg.459). This narration is o (Radhiallaahu Anhu) and is recorded by Imaam Bazzaar Bayhaqi in Shuubul Imaan. In fact, Hafiz ibn Hajar (RA) possible chains as Hasan (sound). (al-Amaalil mutlaqah)

Besides the above, there are many other Sahaaba (Radh narrated Ahaadith regarding the merit of this night, such Bazzaar), Abu Thalabah (Shuubul Imaan), Awf ibn Maal Abdullah ibn Amr ibn al-Aas (Musnad Ahmad ), Abu Moos Shuubul Imaan), Sayyidatuna Aaisha (Radhiallaahu Anh The collective strength of these narrations cannot be refu

The general virtue of this night has been accepted by ma From among them are Khalifah Umar ibn Abdul-Aziz, Ima Awzaaie, Attaa ibn Yasaar, Imaam al-Majd ibn Taymiyah Hafiz Zaynu-ddeen al-Iraaqiy (Rahmatullaahi alayhim) Hafiz ibn Rajab and Faydhul Qadeer.

In fact, Hafiz Ahmad ibn Taymiyah has said, As for the m are various narrations that have been narrated regarding reported from a group of the Salaf (predecessors) that th individually, hence, such a deed cannot be disputed. (Ma vol.23 pg.132) 2) WEARING OF GOLD ANKLETS/JEWELRY

Allah SWT has commanded us in Soorah Noor verse 30-3 their feet so as to draw attention to their hidden beauty/

The wearing of jewelry is not forbiden but such jewelry th moving, such as bangles, anklets with little charms etc. w of non-mahrams. A woman may wear it in her home or in

Our belief is in Taqdeer, wearing jewelry below the knee harm. If Allah has decreed for something to happen it wi And Allah knows best, Ask Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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Calling daughter by one part of Alhamdulillah We named our daughter as Umme Haani. D Umme Haani our can we call her as Haani or Haniya at h one to always call her by full name. Bismillah Respected sister in Islam

Baarakillah-May Allah SWT make your children the coolne Since you chose the name "Umme Haani" we will advise

name. It is very common in the society, that children with 2 nam of their name. However, society only follows what parent If the child is called by one name only, it defeats the pur first place! However, there is no sin in calling the child by one name We hope that this answers your question. And Allah knows best, Ask Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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Alcohol in perfume The BRUT perfume spray cologne has ALCOHOL DENAT a perfume ok to use with this ingredient? Bismillah, Assalaamu alaykum

It is not permissible to use perfumes/deodorants that con extracts. Such perfumes are impure and Salaat with it, w

However, if the alcohol is synthetic, it is pure and permis washing off such perfumes will be valid. Sometimes, it becomes difficult to differentiate between Thus, to be on the safe side, one should prefer using deo labelled as alcohol-free.

Alcohol denat. means that it contains an added "denatura undrinkable/non-intoxicating. The use of perfume with denatured alcohol is permissable And Allah knows best, Ask Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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Aaqeeqah, can it be done in anoth Assalamualikum wrwb,

Alhamdulillah I'm blessed with a baby girl on 23rd Aug, I on her 7th day I'm planning to perform Aaqeeqah for my perform the same in INDIA by telling my in laws. My que

Is it OK to perfrom Aaqeeqah in india while the ch As my child was born on Aug 23rd @ 10:55 AM PS start on Aug 29th at 10:55 AM and will end on Au As INDIA is 12 hrs Ahead so can we perform her A

india where as in US it will be Aug 29th. Wassalamualikum Jazakumullahu kharain Walaikumsalaam Respected Sister Bismillah.

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Barakallah. May Allah Ta'ala bless you with a righteous c

Aqeeqah is a sunnah of the Prophet Sallallahu alaihiwasa Rasul Sallallahualaihiwasallam has said "Every child is ra done for him on the seventh day." (Tirmidhi).

If it cannot be done on the 7th day, then it should be don Aqeeqah for a boy is slaughtering two sheep/goats and in sheep/goat should be slaughtered.

1. Although it is preferable for the father to slaughte laws can do the Aqeeqah in India. The baby does 2. Yes, the Aqeeqah can be performed on the 30th in

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Chatting on internet with non-Mahram I am form India. I met a muslim who is working in USA, prayed Istekhara. After praying I was more inclined towa for few months and then he tried to avoid or stay away, lets leave on Allah and be just friends, which was really h a friend and carry the relation, we discontinued. I prayed many times Alhumdulillah had good dreams and feelings the same strong feelings towards him. I am really very m what to do, if the seperation was from Istekhara, then w strong view for him, if the istekhara is good then why he understanding I will be really greatfull and may Allah Ble Assalamualaikum Respected Sister Bismillah. The following steps should be taken.

1. Repent to Allah SWT. Chatting to a non mahram i has set for us. Allah SWT says in Surah Al-Israa ( adultery." This means that along with the actual a lead one to zina are also not permissible. Therefor the telephone, dating, etc and any actions that lea

Additionally, in Islam there is no such thing as 'fri

Repentence constitutes the following: o Regret. o Firm commitment not to repeat the action. o Seeking Allah's forgiveness.

Remember that Allah SWT is the Most Merciful an

2. Talk to your parents. It maybe that they are not a 3. Make Dua to Allah and be patient. If this man is in this and on the other hand if Allah SWT does not w nothing that you can do to marry him. Keep in mi planners. Trust in Allah. 4. Involve yourself in good actions so that your mind religious lectures, serving your parents, helping th suggestions.

May Allah Ta'ala grant you a husband that will be the coo And Allah knows best, Ask Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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How to resolve depressio I am very sad and depressed. I don't have a social circle a very solitary life. A few years ago, I was introduced to telephone. Nothing happened and I never heard from him about that. I could not get over it and I prayed and praye either meet, or that He would expunge this man from my this man is now engaged. I am so depressed and feel wo (SWT) to alleviate my suffering, but I am confused as to Will Allah (SWT) answer my prayers and allow me to put me with people who love me? ...What steps should I take learn if Allah (SWT) will comfort me soon? Assalamualaikum Sister. Bismillah.

Zikr (remembrance) of Allah is the solution to depression in surah Ar-Rad verse 28, "Verily in the remembrance of contentment" In addition to this, please refer to the step question/answers page on the website.

Salatul Istikhara is performed only when a decision has to perform Salatul Hajah, the salaah performed in time

to perform the Tahajjud prayer. It is the best time to ta Him. Rest assured, your duas will be accepted. Many a ti things that are not good for this life or the life after. This Ask Allah to give you someone better. Surely, there are m that you hoped for? We should have complete trust in the

It is important that we do not doubt whether Allah will he of kufr (disbelief). Allah says in the Quraan: " O my serv against their souls, do not despair of Allah's mercy

In conclusion, we should always remember that Allah Ta' world is nothing but play and amusement. The abo better for those who are righteous' (Suran An'aam ve Our dreams, hopes and aspirations are the pleasure of ou the Aakhira. And Allah knows best, Ask Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

Editor's note: Please refer to the steps on resolving depr

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Dua to have children Can you please suggest some dua for getting pregnant (a Walaikum salaam sister. Bismillah,

One of the greatest gifts that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed u children. May Allah Ta'ala grant pious children to all the M

To answer your question sister, Allah Ta'ala says in the Q patience and prayer."(Surah Al Baqarah, verse 45)

One of the duas that you can recite is the dua of Zakaria Rabbi habli min ladunka thurriyyatan tayyibah. Inn Rab! Grant me a righteous child as Your special favor ; s Surah Ale Imraan, verse 38)

It is important that we place our trust in Allah, and displ in the decree of Allah. Allah Ta'ala is our Lord, He has po our return. Wassalaam Ask Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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Interest and gifts from frie 1) Why taking interest from bank is haram, because to m them to give? It is as if we take some money and give ba satisfaction though one doesn't ask. Is this haram?

2) In case we don't know whether our relatives are takin from relatives or friends gives any gift like clothes, food i wear it or eat it? Answer
Bis millaahir rahmaanir raheem

Allah SWT has said in the holy Qur'an,and Allah has made tra usury (interest)- [Soorah Baqarah:275]

"Oh you who believe! Be God-fearing and give up what remains believers. And if you do not do so, then be warned of war (agai messenger. - [Soorah Baqarah:278-279]

The first thing to note from the above verses is the severe word Allah SWT has not declared war against any other sin (as ment declared war against the one who consumes interest. Now, whe willingly or not, does not make a difference to the ruling.

Allah SWT has made certain things unlawful, based on their ess

Example: pork. If a person says that in the olden days, pigs gre filth and feces, today we have high standard piggeries, there is today! Whether the pork was consumed in those days or today the same and can never change. Allah SWT has made pork har The same applies to usury/ interest.

Further Allah SWT says, and if you repent, then the principa - [Soorah Baqarah:279]

This ayah prohibits receiving anything more than the principal a

In the light of all the injunctions of the Quran, all forms of inter parties are agreeable or not, big or small interest amounts, wh whether the loan is for personal needs or commercial purposes

The point that you have mentioned about repaying a loan with ones own initiative and satisfaction, without any condition bein interest. This is called Husnul Qadaa (a good way of repaying this and interest is that in interest, a fixed amount is stipulated time of repayment.

If no amount was fixed and the person gives a little extra back, commendable and was practiced by the Prophet Sallallahu`alai

The best amongst you is the one who repays his loan with goo from Bukhari)

If you receive gifts from fellow Muslims or relatives and you do you may accept it. However, if you are certain that they have u not accept it. We hope that this answers your questions.

May Allah SWT guide us to the truth, Aamin! And Allah knows best. Alimah, Fatwa Department, IslamEasy.org

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Etiquettes for caring an infant and observing h As-salaamu `alaikum wa rahmatullaahi wa barrakaatuhu insha'Allaah these questions find you in good health and reward you for having such a Q&A for sisters AAMIIN!

1) As mine and my husband's family are non-muslim, can be Mahram? Must we be fully covered in front of all of th doing so for the past 11 months or so, but now I am won my sister- who will be starting puberty soon, insha'Allaah husband's female family to see me breastfeed?

2) I was also wondering if it permissible for a child to sle parents if they dislike sleeping alone, as I have read a ha your children close at night, as the shayateen snatch at t up to what age would this be? My child is only 6 months and sometimes me and my husband... so what age would if it is also permissible for the child to see awrah and unt

3) I was also wondering if a child should be EXCLUSIVELY or if it is permissible to introduce certain foods into the d (as I have read that animal milk isn't allowed, but please insha'Allaah)? If so, what age could this be done at?

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jazakumallaahu khayran for reading ukhti and insha 'Alla Bismillah

Masha- Allah, your dedication in observing Hijab, and goo and in-laws, will invite them to Islam, Insha-Allah.

1. It will not be correct for you to breastfeed openly in fr Hayaa (modesty). We would advise you to take a long shawl or sheet and c time to feed your baby.

In the case of necessity, Hijab from your Muslim or non-M navel to your knees. (Mukhtasar al kodoori pg 742). This means that in the ca permissible for your sister/mother to see your remaining be like if you are ill and need help in the bathroom or dre advisable for your mother or sister to look un-necessarily It is reported from Zaid ibn Talha (R.A), he said that the

wasallam) said, Every religion has a distinctive quality, a Islam is Modesty. (Muwatta, Ibne-Maajah)

Abu Huraira (R.A) has said that the Messenger of Allah (S Modesty is part of faith and faith is in paradise.. (A

2. It will be permissible for your 6 month old to sleep wit can sleep through the night without being afraid or in nee Once again, for your child to see your Awrah is not corre that this is o.k. As the saying goes that the mothers lap is the first class In light of the Ahaadith quoted above, we would advise y front of the baby.

3. A babys digestive system is suited to milk only, in its However from four months onwards we generally start to like cereals and mashed fruit or vegetables etc. with the You may ask your doctor about goat/cow milk and when Islamically there is nothing wrong in this.

We hope that this answers your questions. May Allah SW children of this Ummah, the coolness of our eyes, Aamin. And Allah knows best. Alimah, Fatwa Department, IslamEasy.org

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The recompense for Ghee Sometimes you heard something from people about som you did Gheebah even though you don't know that perso How you can ask them for forgiveness even you don't ha Please guide me as simple as possible.
Bis millaahir rahmaanir raheem Assalaamo Alaykom Wa Rahmatullah Respected Sister,

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Gheebah is such a sin that falls within Huqooqul Ibaad, when th usurped. Hence it will be necessary to ask his/her forgiveness b SWT.

If that person has passed away or his whereabouts are not kno Hadith reported by Anas (Radhiallaahu Anhu) that Nabi (Sallalla recompense of Gheebah is to supplicate to Allah S.W.Ta'ala for of the person whose Gheebah was made.' The Du'aa taught to

One should make sincere tawbah/repentance to Allah SWT for t are three: (1) To immediately abstain from the sin.

(2) To regret and wish one had never indulged in the sin.

(3) To make a determined intention not to return to the sin. (R

One should also have hope in the mercy and forgiveness of Alla We hope that this answers your question. May Allah SWT guide us to the truth, Aamin. Ask-Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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Is wearing the niqaab (covering the face) necessa

As Salamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuhu Sister,

is concerning the wearing of niqaab/ bur'qaa. I have hea obligatory to wear either niqaab or bur'qaa and some wh only a matter of personal choice. In all of my searching, and surahs from the Qur'an that speak about covering th none that mention the face. I have also had the impress were the only parts of the body which a Muslimah was al incorrect? Is wearing the niqaab/ bur'qaa obligatory? Can Answer

Bismillaahir rahmaanir raheem, Assalamualaikum Warahmatulla Respected Sister in Islam,

You have asked a question which is a very important par women. We will try to answer it as simply and briefly a

Allah SWT says in Surah Ahzaab, verse 59 "Oh Prophet! and the believing women, that they should cast their out them, that is likelier that they be known and not harmed

In order to understand a word in any language, we have language. The root word of "jalaabeeb" is "jalbab", whic completely. Example: the darkness of night. When the darkness of night comes, there is no corner lef becomes covered in darkness. In the same way, jalbab is the garment that covers a with nothing left open. (Lisanul Arab,V 1 - Al muhalla

We will now quote the sahaaba (R.A) who have explaine that theres no room for confusion anymore. Ibne Abaas (R.A.) says under the explanation of the ab commanded Muslim women to pull this sheet on top of th except one eye, when it is necessary for them to come o Imam Mohammed ibn Seereen says," I asked Ubaidul this verse and how the jalbab was used, he demonstrate cloth over his head to cover his body, leaving only one ey It should be remembered that the sahaaba/ companions

wasallam were the ones who witnessed the Qur'an being the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam practiced on the us better insight into following the Qur'an than the proph and his sahaaba?

And what about the wives of the prophet Sallallahu `a models, how did they follow the verses of Quran? Aisha Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam. Once, she was left behind by from a journey. When she realized this, she thought it be was, the prophet SAW will soon realize she is not with th few miles behind this caravan was a sahaabi, Safwan bin travel behind the caravan and pick up anything left behin noticed someone sleeping, when he realized it was Aisha lilaahi wa innaa ilayhi raajioon, upon hearing his voice, A got up from my sleep and immediately covered my face recognised her because he had seen her before the verse since the verses had been revealed, she now covered her

Alhamdolilaah, all praise is due to Allah, who has made I there is no difference between how we practice on it and practiced on it. There is no different rulings for different p is the same, the only difference is in taq'wa.

There are so many Aayaat and Ahaadith on this subject, great detail on it. We would like to end by saying that if necessary, just an option for women to choose from, the wouldn't make sense. For example:

1. If women were free to uncover the face, why does alla not to look at each other and lower their gazes. (Surah command of Allah? If covering the face is not necessary, the gaze.

2. If it was permissible to uncover the face, then why do entering someone's home? "Oh you who believe! enter not houses other than your o permission...." (Surah Noor) This aayah is guarding the females of the home so that t strange men.

3. Allah SWT commands the women "... and make not a yourselves), like the former times of ignorance...." (Sura the believing women that they lower their gaze and guar their beauty....." (Surah Noor). Is the face not part of the beauty of a woman? In fact, it came across a survey last year which was conducted amo as to which parts of a female would first get their attentio face, eyes and lips would attract them first, followed by h

4. Why would Allah SWT command the men to ask for an If a woman can uncover her face then why not just ask h

5. If a woman's face is showing then a man would not be impulse. But when a woman's face and body are conceal commanded her not to be complacent/sweet in her s Ahzaab)

Allah SWT has made all these rules for the betterment of or miserable. Parents make rules and regulations in their have for their children. If someone says that a mother di hatred or misery, we would say that its absurd. Similiarly for us while our knowledge is limited. Our success lies in Sunnah of our Rasool Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam.

We hope that this answers your question. For further det recommend the book "HIJAB" (http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php) by Dr. Mohammed Ism any aspect of hijab that is left out in this book.

May Allah SWT grant us the true understanding of his de Ask Alimah Department Islameasy.org

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Working from home, pocket-money and seeking Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuhu

1) Before starting a new type of work/business at home, my husband?

2) If suppose a lady has a talent but doesn't want to do o a lady who has no talent to earn, is there in Shariah for a for the wife, to spend on her wish? Answer
Bismillaahir rahmaanir raheem Assalamualaikum Warahmatullah Dear Sister in Islam,

1) Asking for permission from your husband, when takin more of a mashwara (consultation). Imagine if your hu work/job without telling you anything, you will feel hurt a feel the same. If you have any ideas, sit down and discus you will Insha-Allah see Baraka in your rizq (sustenance)

A woman is required to take permission of her husband i Generally, a woman is independent in her nature and hab own, so Allah S.W.T through his infinite mercy has ensur consultation prevail in marriage. If Allah S.W.T did not m not be any stable marriage today.

2) A man is required to see to the food, clothing and she should not be too miserly, nor too extravagant. The scho to give some pocket money to his wife to spend as she his wifes needs, then he is not required to give her extra does so, he will be greatly rewarded. May Allah guide us to the truth. Ask Alimah Department Islameasy.org

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When a husband does not trust 1. Should a woman stay with her husband if he does not 2. What should the woman do if there are no relatives fro his husbands relatives? 3. Should she go in to the ibadah of llah, or she should A family?
Bismillaahir rahmaanir raheem Assalamualaikum Warahmatullah Dear Sister in Islam,

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1. Marriage is a great sunnah whilst divorce is disliked by wa sallam has said that if a woman asks for a divorce for paradise is forbidden for her [Tirmidhi]. It is the responsi to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful an Islamic. Divorce is permissible only as a last resort.

Ask yourself the reason of your husband's mistrust. Is th to patience, Salaah and Du'a. May Allah remove his do major sin. In most cases, this is because of his lack of co reassure him of your love for him. If your husband does previous error, then seek to regain his love and confide him, regret (on the mistake), and commitment to the ma repeating the same error that had caused the problem.

In any case, do not speak to non-mahrams even if they a leave the home without his permission. Do not visit plac with patience, Du'a and effort your husband will come to

2. If you have no relatives to advocate for you, then do s (scholar) in your town. Consulting an Alim will benefit bo Allah.

3. Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah nar alaihi wasallam said, "If a women prays her five daily pra Ramadhaan, guards her chastity and obeys her husband, paradise from whichever of the gates of Paradise you wis

May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and a Ask Alimah Department Islameasy.org

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Salatul Hajaat, Salatul Istikhara fo I want to marry with someone. What should I pray or Du me about any wazifah? How to perform Salat Hajjat and thorugh which I will fullfill my wish?
Bismillaahir rahmaanir raheem Assalamualaikum Warahmatullah Dear Sister in Islam,

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Salatul Hajaat is a regular 2 rakaah prayer followed by a Du'a salllahu Alahi wa sallam.

One can also pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance fr prayer followed by a Du'a. The Dua's can be found in Du'a book translated in various languages is Al-Hisnul Haseen. The mos the last portion of the night before the fajr prayer. But you can

It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed on u relief from a difficulty, or a reward is given to us in the Akhirah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not b

In addition, it is important to research and read books and artic the qualities in a man that are pleasing to Allah Ta'ala. There a read them and arm yourself with the knowledge of Deen. May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolnes of Ask-Alima Department Islameasy.org

Editor's note: Du'a for Istikhara: http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasu Salatul Hajaat, Du'a and the method given on page 54-55 of http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/BeautifulSunnats.pdf

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How to convince a husband that niqaab and hija I wear el hijab and I would like to wear el niqaab. My problem me to do so. I talked with him a lot about it, but there is no wa reasons why he is against it but talking to him about the benefi My question is now, what could I do? I am really desperate. An to each other, he said to me, that he wants to live a life followi this mean, that he actually he himself would like me to put on t people who follow the Quran and Sunnah think like this, isn't th Bismillaahir rahmaanir raheem

Assalamualaikum Warahmatullah Dear Sister in Islam,

Masha-Allah your zeal and dedication to deeni matters is praise when we face difficulty in upholding it.

As you have mentioned that before marriage, your husband wa lives in accordance to the Quraan and Sunnah. You need to thin from this mind set. Was it suddenly or gradually? If it happened suddenly then you should think about what could hav it happened gradually, and you feel that he is moving away from then you need to examine the issues affecting his thoughts. Is

Whatever the reasons may be, you will have to remember that changes of mind and heart at some point in their lives. This is p subhanahoo wa ta'ala has chosen you to be his wife because yo deen.

Our first advise will be, to uphold Salaah and try to bring more Allah subhanahoo wa ta'ala has taught us in the Holy Quraan, " patience and Salaah" - Masha-allah you are already observin making wudoo, read 2 rakaah of Salaat-ul-Haajat (prayer of n Allah, ask Him to bring change in both of your lives.

Secondly, before he comes home, clear your mind of any of his all his good habits. You can never win him over by reminding h marriage etc., he will become agitated. I know of a sister who wears niqaab though her husband totally disagrees on it. Howe with him, instead if he brings the topic up, she only politely list discussions, he gave up talking about it. However, she says tha aside from the niqaab she has given him no reason to be annoy he loves her dearly!

Last but not least, bring the Quraan and Sunnah into your life i will see your devotion to deen and he will want to do the same. the fruits of patience are indeed sweet!

May Allah accept your duas and grant you strength in facing th Ask-Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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If women are not recommended to earn and also she has to tak spending his money then where is the freedom for her to have wishes in the sense i may like to buy more for my parents. I m is support for them . I want to ask should I not satisfy my wish Bis millaahir rahmaanir raheem Assalaamo Alaykom Wa Rahmatullah Respected Sister,

Women's right to earn and spend

Masha-Allah it is commendable to note that you have the wish their needs. As a daughter, you can be a great support to them with them is a means of earning reward.

We should keep in mind that Allah subhaanahoo wa ta'ala, thro placed any financial responsibilities on a female, whether a mot responsibilities are on the males, as a husband, father or son.

However Islam has not stopped a female from having an incom cooking and baking, dressmaking, or looking after children, you relaxed atmosphere of your home. In the United States many M home and they earn a substantial income, which is all their own Islam does not ask them to spend on anyone.

The example of Ummul momineen Khadeeja (R.A) comes to mi her father and having no males to look after it, she did so herse and, in fact, this is how she heard about the Messenger of Allah and struck by his honesty and integrity, she sent a proposal to

Lastly, I would like to mention that you could talk about your c communicate with him. Tell him about your concern for your p well. Maybe his kind words and support will remove your stres May Allah guide us to the good, Aameen! Ask-Alimah Department, IslamEasy.org

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Islamic name for a new-born

We are expecting a boy in two weeks and have not decided on Samad Azeem but someone told us not to pick Allah's name un And they told us to contact you for a good name as it depends requesting you to please provide us some boy and girl names t other hand, meaningful and are close to our names. We will rea consideration...

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Assalamualaikum Warahmatullah Sister Bismillah was salaatu wassalaamu ala Rasulillah

Baarakallah, May Allah Ta'ala grant you a child that will be the It is very important to select good, beautiful and meaningful na alaihi wa sallam is reported to have said, "On the Day of Qiyaamah, people will be called by their names Therefore a good name must be selected. "(Abu Dawud)

Rasulullah sallallhu alaihi wa sallam also said "Allah the exalted Abdur Rahman". (Muslim)

It is also desirable to keep the names of Prophets (AS), compan scholars.

Since Samad means independent (only Allah is independent) an permissible to keep it if we attach Abd (Abdul) before it.

There are many resources that you may use to select a good an One resource for Islamic names is http://www.islameasy.org/is

And Allah knows best. UmMasood

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Deciding for marriage and praying Sala There is one brother that I'm interested, I can't seem to prayed Salatul Istikhaarah and made Dua. After a couple hand in marriage and this brother is not aware that I like sign from Allah Subanahu wa Ta'ala InshaAllah ta'ala? He and my wali said yes and all. I hope this message reache in good health inshaAllah ta'ala. May Allah subanahu wa Allahumma Aameeen... Assalaamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakutuh

Sister, the only advice that I can give you is to take note he is one who attemps to fulfill the faraaidh (compulsory and the Sunnah of Rasul sallalahu alaihi wasallam (good Salatul Istikhaarah, seek the advices of your wali and pu There are many resources to guide you. One resource is
http://www.islameasy.org/marriage-in-islam.php

The kitab "Nikah (marriage) in Islam" written by Maulana beneficial. And Allah knows best.
UmMasood

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How to advise a husband who has star I am married for 10 years and I have two beautiful kids. But I marriage life. My husband likes to drink and I hate it. Could yo do?

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Bismillah. Assalamualikum sister.

May Allah the Almighty bless and reward you for your patience sallam once said How wonderful is the case of a believer. Whe Allah and this is good for him and when a calamity befalls him, him.

Sister, my advice to you is to seek help and counsel from a pio member from your family. It will be beneficial for you to note t someone. When is he most likely to drink? Is it with a certain habit? Is it his lack of religious knowledge? Does he hide and he drink in front of you and the kids? Does he become abusive

Salaah? These are just some pertinent questions that you can

Your husband should be advised and encouraged to abandon th Allah. Rasul Sallalahu alaihi wa sallam has said that drinking w are many other Ahadith on the punishments of drinking and stu Insha Allah. If he regrets his actions and seeks counseling to le to help him and encourage him.

Additionally, we should not underestimate the power of dua. A Surah Ghafir "And your Lord said: ' Invoke Me, I will respo wa sallam has said that Dua is the essence of worship. An extr the night prayer (Tahajjud). Rasul Sallallahu alahi wasallam ha special space of time, during which whatever a Muslim asks All this life or the hereafter, it will be granted to him; and this time

Sister, it is very important to ask of Allah, as it is only Allah w pray Salaatul Hajat daily. This can be done at any time.

There are many duas in the Quraan and Hadith that you can re there is a beautiful dua:

"Rabbana Hablana min azwaaajina wa thurriyyaatina qur muttaqeena imaamah." 'Our Lord! Bestow on us from our sp of our eyes and make us the leaders of Taqwa (piety)

One of the duas from the Hadith that you can recite is "Allahum qulubana 'ala Ta'atik (OAllah! Controller of the hearts, direct

You can also recite Yaa Hayyu Yaa Qayyum birahmatika na other duas that you can recite.

Sister, May Allah Almighty guide your husband to the straight ability to help your husband in the best manner. May Allah rew

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How to resolve depression and

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My sister and I suffer from a lot of acne, weight gain and stress husbands...is there a Dua or ways of Sunnah that we can chang become very lazy and depressed. Bismillah.

Allhamdulillah, Islam is a complete way of life. Allah ta'ala has Sunnah. The following are some steps you can take to alleviate Allah: 1. Imaan and righteous deeds:

Whoever works righteousness whether male or female w Islamic Monotheism) verily, to him We will give a good life (in t and lawful provision), and We shall pay them certainly a reward they used to do (i.e. Paradise in the Hereafter) (al- Nahl 16:97

Allaah tells us and promises us that whoever combines faith wit life and a good reward in this world and in the Hereafter. 2. Seeking help with patience and prayer:

Allah says (interpretation of the meaning): And seek help in pa [al-Baqarah 2:45].

Hudhayfah (may Allah be pleased with him) said: Whenever th Allah be upon him) was grieved by something, he used to pray.

The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: the believer, for all his affairs are good. If something good happ and that is good for him; if something bad happens to him, he and that is good for him. This does not apply to anyone but the 2999).

3. Occupying oneself with acquiring beneficial knowledge fo This will distract one from dwelling on the causes of anxiety.

4. One of the greatest means of feeling contentment and of acq remember Allah a great deal (dhikr). This has a great effect i mind, and relieving worry and distress. Allah says:

Verily, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest (al - R

Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that when the blessings of Allah be upon him) was distressed by something, Qayyoom bi rahmatika astagheeth (O Ever-Living, O Eternal, b

5. Looking for the positive aspects of the events in which one he/she dislikes.

Abu Hurayrah (may Allah be pleased with him) said: The Mess of Allah be upon him) said: No believing man should hate a be woman. If he dislikes one aspect of her character, he will be p ) 6. Counting one's blessings:

One of the most beneficial things in this regard is to follow the blessings of Allah be upon him) given in the saheeh hadeeth re be pleased with him):

The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon below you, not at those who are above you, so that you will no Allah has bestowed upon you. 7. Focusing on the hereafter:

The concerns of this world overwhelm and confuse people, but concern, Allah will help us to focus as was narrated by Anas (m

The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon

the Hereafter as his main concern, Allah will fill his heart with a independence; he will be focused and feel content, and this wo Whoever has this world as his main concern, Allah will cause hi he will be distracted and unfocused, and he will have nothing o predestined for him.

Sister, Insha Allah these steps will be of help to you. May Allah

And Allah knows best. Alimah, Fatwa Department, IslamEasy.org

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How many days to wait before Performing Sala

My postpartum bleeding continues after 40 days of m this state ? Answer Bismillah Assalamualaikum wa rahmatullah.

The following should be observed if bleeding exceeds 40 d 1. Calculate 40 days from the time of the birth of the baby 2. If bleeding exceeds this, than perform Ghusl. 3. At every Salaah time, wash your private area, change y perform Salaah. 4. If you have delayed in praying after the 40 days than p missed (after 40 days). 5. It is also permissible to read Quran (following step-3 a

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Taking Zakah based on Gold weig

I had a zakat query - So far I have been paying zaka

1. Weighing the total gold I have 2. Calculating its cash value by multiplying the weig 3. Taking 2.5% of the total cash value and paying it

However this year I want to pay by actually selling o zakah will be :

a) 2.5% of the total gold weight. (so suppose I have grams of it as zakah and then sell it) OR b) 2.5% of the total cash value of the gold based on

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The two are different in India, because when you try pays you less than market value per gram. Bismillah Assalamualaikum wa rahmatullah.

It is sufficient to do method a. Calculate 2.5% of th gold or sell it and give the cash. The answer was checked with a Mufti. And Allah knows best. Alimah, Fatwa Department, IslamEasy.org

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Observing Hijab from an uncle and speak

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My marriage took place 4 months ago. I have an un age. Do I have to observe Pardah (Hijaab requirem him? Does Islam allow me to talk to my uncle somet husband which I am otherwise not supposed to discu Assalmualaikum wa rahmatullah. Bismillah.

1. Your uncle i.e. your mother's brother is your mah Pardah (Hijaab requirements in front of strange men) from him. Please read the book "H available to read, or download (free) on this website. http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php

2. It is permissible to speak about your husband's fa can help you in the matter, if it is done with the intention of rectification (islah). When mentioning his faults, than this will be backbiting (ghibah) and that is a major sin. And Allah knows best. Alimah, Fatwa Department, IslamEasy.org

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What are the etiquettes for wome Assalmualaikum wa rahmatullah. Bismillah.

Firstly it is better for women to pray at home becaus wa sallam said that " The best place of worship for w houses."

In the event that one attends the Masjid, the followi

1. The jilbab should be long, flowing, concealing attracts attention e.g. anklets etc, should not A companion (RA) was asked as to how wom dressed when leaving their home. He stood u sheet leaving only one eye exposed. 2. Purity. A women should not attend whilst she 3. A women should not apply perfume when lea 4. She should lower her voice and gaze.

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Health issues causing because of Niqaab I really want to follow the sunnah of the prophet sal skin all over my body becoming very unhealthy beca eating much, what should I do? Does my body have the sunnah because I become unhealthy?

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Also, I wear the niqaab and my skin is very sensitive causes me to break out (acne) a lot, should I give m niqaab or is this just a test from Allah subhanahu wa niqaab is wajib. Assalamualaikum warahmatullah. Bismillah.

Firstly sister, Masha Allah, it is commendable that yo especially so in this time. May Allah accept your effo too sure what sunnahs you are referring to, though,

Allah Ta'la says in the Quraan "Allah intends for you things difficult for you." (2:185) Rasul sallalahu alaihi wa sallam is reported to have s and whoever makes the religion a rigour, it will over course (in worship). (Muslim)

Rasul sallalahu alaihi wa sallam also said - and I quo lengthyNarrated by Abdullah bin amr Al As who said " the P informed that I said that I would pray all night and f s.a.w said, "Don't do that. Observe fast for few days offer prayers and also sleep at night, as your body h right over you; your wife has a right over you; your can understand from the above that moderation in w

Secondly, fight shaytaan, persevere and keep your n

Allah, you will be rewarded. This is a test from Allah helpful as this could be hormonal. And Allah knows best. Alimah, Fatwa Department, IslamEasy.org

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What should be women's position du I have read your guide to prayers for women and I a ruku and sujud. I would like to know where these in Assalamualikum sister. Bismillah.

The method of ruku and sujud described in the guide Infact all four madhahib recommend that the postur and that women should therefore, contract their limb narrated the following hadith in his Marasil : Yazid ib (Sallahu alaihi wa sallam ) passed by two women wh said to them, "When you prostrate, then make parts because a women is unlike a man in these aspects." And Allah knows best. Alimah, Fatwa Department, IslamEasy.org

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