Khutbah of Jummah in the Arabic language

Question:Is it necessary that the Khutbah of Jummah  is given in Arabic language or can it be given in some other language also? Some people say that if it is given in a local language it may be more useful to the audience. (S A, Toronto)Answer:The Khutbah of Jum'ah is not essentially a lecture meant for the pe

Dua e Qunoot

Question:(a) Why is du'a of qunoot prayed during the 'Isha' Prayers (specially in the Witr)? There must be a reason behind it.(b) Since du'a qunoot is a du'a, can we use it in other prayers i.e. after finishing Fajr prayer?Answer:A. The forms of worship are prescribed by Allah Almighty and have been conveyed to us t

Sunnah Sallah between the Azaan

Q: As you know, in Saudi Arabia, Magreb prayers are usually offered ten minutes after the call for prayers. I have recently seen one Hadith which can be rendered into English as "No one should sit in the mosque until he has offered two rakah. "Agreed by all. Also, I have heard a Hadith which can be rendered into Eng

Commiting a mistake Jama'ah

Question:If one is offering prayers (salah) in congregation (Jama'ah) and he commits a mistake under which sajdah for repentence becomes mandatory, then, can he offer such a sajdah at the end of the prayers (salah)? If yes, please specify the correct procedure for the same and clarify the situations under which one

Making Dua in Sajda

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I'tikaaf Complete book by Mufti Elias

I'tikaaf - Complete book by Mufti Elias Allama Ibn Qaiyyim Radiallâhu anhu says: “The basic purpose of I’tikâf is that the heart gets attached to Allâh and, with it, one attains inner composure and equanimity and pre‑occupation with the mundane things of life ceases and absorption in the eternal Reality takes its pl

Rights of Husband in ISLAM

Allah TaAla has given great rights to the husband and has attached a lot of virtue to him. Pleasing the husband and keeping him happy is a great act of ‘ibadah and displeasing him or keeping him unhappy is a major sin.  1. Rasulullah sallallahu alayhi wa sallam said: "The woman who offers her five times salat,

The Rights of Muslims

Overlook the faults of a Muslim.When he cries, have mercy on him. Conceal his shortcomings.Accept his excuses.Remove his difficulties.Always be good to him.Gaining his love is an accomplishment.Fulfil his promises.When he falls ill, visit him.When he passes away, make dua for him.Accept his invitation.Accept his

The Rights of Parents in ISLAM

1. You should not cause them any harm even if they commit any excesses. 2. Respect and honour them in your speech and dealings with them. 3. Obey them in permissible acts. 4. If they are in need of money, assist them even if they are kafirs. 5. The following rights are due to parents after