Short Course for teaching Basics of Islam to youth and elders
a. I wanted guidance of what to teach, as inshallah I am opening an educational program for the ladies as none of them know how to recite the Quraan, also rulings and etiquettes concerning purity and other basics. I need a proper schedule I will be doing 2 hrs with them everyday.
b. I want to teach little kids Urdu and Arabic on Saturdays, many people have said they will come. I do know both languages a little bit but not too fully have you got any books (like a curriculum) that I could teach of.
Remember it's for beginners.
c. i am not quite sure how to start a career into doing teaching of Islamic studies for younger children. What are the stages required to build up this?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!
InshaAllah, for the beginner’s class, you may devote some time for Taleem - reading a book of Fazail like “Muntakhab Ahadith”, then make small Halaqas for learning Quran recitation. Then you may have a session on Basics of Islam, customized separately for groups of children, sisters or elders. You may end the class by reciting Dua and give reading/writing/memorizing homework to students. Once they learn a topic, you may have short question-answer session (Quiz) and give small prizes to encourage their learning competition. Make special Dua for all your students after prayers.
The following articles and booklets will inshaAllah help you teach the basics of Islam. If a book is not available in English, Urdu or desired language, you may contact your local bookstore for a printed book.
Part A. Virtues of Good Deeds
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Muntakhab Ahadith (selected Ahadith - includes Arabic text and references)
Emaan - Belief in Allah http://islameasy.org/pdf/Emaan.pdf
Belief in the Unseen http://islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Unseen.pdf
Virtues of Prayers (Salah) http://islameasy.org/pdf/Prayers_Salah.pdf
Virtues of Knowledge http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/MA_Virtues_Ilm.pdf
Virtues of the noble Qur'an http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/MA_Virtues_Quran.pdf
Part B. Quran learning (Recitation and Tajweed)
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http://islameasy.org/quran-learning.php
Memorizing and listening to 10 short Surahs for prayers
Noorani Reader Quran Tajweed booklet
Tajweed for Beginners
Memorizing additional Surahs from Juz-30 (Amma Para)
Part C. Belief, Purity (Taharah) and Salah
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Gift for New Muslims (Basics of Islam) http://islameasy.org/pdf/Gift_NewMuslims_Print.pdf
Ta'leem-ul-Islam (Teachings of Islam)
Part -1 http://islameasy.org/pdf/taleem1c.pdf
Part -2 http://islameasy.org/pdf/taleem2c.pdf
Part -3 http://islameasy.org/pdf/taleem3c.pdf
Part -4 http://islameasy.org/pdf/taleem4c.pdf
A gift for the Daughters of the Ummah – (topics on Purity and Tahara, what every Muslim sister should know). http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Tuhfatul_Banaat.pdf
Practical guide to Purity and Salah http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/PurityGuide.pdf
Salaah http://islameasy.org/pdf/salaah.pdf
Elementary Teachings of Islam by Shaykh Adul-Aleem Siddiqui
Taleem-ul Haque by scholars of South Africa http://www.markazulmaarif.org/Download/default.asp
Heavenly Ornaments (translation of Urdu book ‘Behishti Zewar’) by Shaykh Ashraf Ali Thanvi
Part D. Sunnah and Manners
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The Ways of the Holy Prophet MUHAMMAD (Uswai Rasool-e-Akram) Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam by Dr. Abdul Hai Aarfi
Beautiful Sunnats of the Beloved Nabi (Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam) by Shaykh Hakeem Akhtar
http://islameasy.org/pdf/BeautifulSunnats.pdf
Alaikum Bisunnati by Mufti Abdul Hakeem
Sunnah in daily life http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/100_Sunnats.pdf
Essential Duas in the life of a Muslim http://islameasy.org/pdf/Essential_Duas.pdf
Part E. Ideal Muslim Character
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Cure for depression http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php
Why is Hijab necessary? http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Hijab_newEdition2.pdf
Marriage life - living with peace and harmony at home http://www.islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php
How should Every Muslim live through day and night? http://www.islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php
Prayer and Du’a - Strong connection with Allah http://islameasy.org/index.php
Status of Woman in Islam by Shaykh Ahmed Abdul Mujeeb Qasmi (translated by Muhammad Owais Jafrey) http://www.islameasy.org/K225_WomenInIslam.php
And Allah knows best.
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Wants everlasting love of Husband in Paradise
a.
Can I make duas asking ALLAH to give me my husband to me and only me insha Aallah in Paradise, if we both are the companions of the Paradise InshaAllah (With the will of ALLAH)?
b.
Please can you give me some advises on how to win the whole love of my husband and make him love me forever and to wish that he wants only me in Jannah too insha Allah. I want to please my husband in every way I can so that he would not think of any one than me in his life and also in life after death, insha allah. Please tell me some ways to carry out to make him feel in that way.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
a.
That is what every woman wants. Alhamdulillah, Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us.
b.
Kindly review some of the advices on "Happy Marriage – Living with Peace and Harmony at Home" at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php
Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah.
“Do not go by the book of ‘My Rights’. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise."(taken from Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)
Protection of eyes:
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This is one of the biggest concerns in the Ummah today, affecting both the young an old. The outside environment (streets, markets, workplaces,social events) and media inside homes (TV, magazines, internet) and filled
with opportunities to look at non-Mahram faces. If someone does not protect the eyes and looks with lust and desires, his heart may be occupied with dozens of beautiful faces and may easily forget his own wife.
Disrespect and quarrels at home:
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Even if the wife is sincere in her heart, sometimes abusing the tongue on domestic issues may lead the husband to feel disrespected. If the wife does not treat the husband well, he may find more peace talking to strange women outside home. Usually the people outside home (for example, at the
markets and social events) appear more polite, courteous and keeping a soft and sweet-tone. This is a ‘big competition’ for the spouse at home to surpass the loving and admiring attitude experienced in the outside world!
Manners and protection of tongue:
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From our elders we have learned that the best method to increase the love between the husband and the wife is to obtain great morals and etiquettes and to guard our tongue. By doing both of those, one will be able to attract your spouse into a never ending love. Please review the following
article:
http://islameasy.org/K213_Tongue_protection.php
List of husband’s likes and dislikes:
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Living closely for a period of time, the wife knows the secrets of do’s and don’ts which pleases the husband. At the time of difficulty and concern, if the husband is not behaving well, extra precaution should be taken and a “selfless” attitude is needed to win his heart.
A warm-welcome of the husband:
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When the husband enters home and looks at the wife with love and mercy and wife also looks at the husband with love and mercy, Allah looks at both of them with mercy.
Entering and leaving home with Salam and Du’a keeps the Shaytaan away.
The wife at home should decorate herself for the husband when he arrives home and meet with him cheerfully. On the other hand, when a woman goes out of her home (for example, for a social event), she should wear simple and modest clothing and observe complete Hijaab in front of non-Mahram. In practice, this is not followed in today’s society which opens the door of issues.
Virtues of good deeds:
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Imagine a pious wife making Du’a for his husband after every Salah: May Allah make him a pious man! May Allah bless him with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! May Allah accept all his good deeds and keep Shaytaan away from
him!
Pray Salat-ul-Hajat and Istekhara before making important decisions. See the main page at http://islameasy.org/
Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your spouse.
Increase time for Du’a, especially if you could wake up during the last part of night. Here is a startup script and examples of Dua:
Dua from the Core of Heart http://islameasy.org/pdf/Duae_Walihana.pdf
Environment of pious people:
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Find a pious Shaykh near your area and encourage the husband to attend his programs with intention to acquire the love of Allah Almighty. Listen to lectures and read books on pious husband and wife.
Read books of virtues (like Muntakhab Ahadith, Riyadus-Saliheen) with your family for 5-10 minutes every evening.
Request the husband to bring some Islamic books of good deeds, Du’a and zikr for the family.
And Allah knows best.
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Cure for broken engagement
a. My marriage was about to get fixed –but got broken - We inquired but found everything bad about them., but planned to respond positive inspite of all this too, maybe Allah saved me from the hidden bad (shar).
b. I was in a relationship witha boy, somehow we broke up due some reasons from his side.. i knw its considered haram in islam.. But right now i am in such a confused state of mind.. i am not able to let go him.. many times i feel like i should quit but the moment i bow down befor my Allah i feel more confident, i pray more n more... i feel like someday Allah will answer my prayers? kindly suggest me what should i do... should i stop asking this very thing from Allah or should i continue!
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity…. May Allah bless you with a better person to marry.
Ameen!
This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us everyday. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah.
Please read more in this article:
Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.ph
Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php
Easy Road to Paradise - Golden deeds that lead to success - extracted from a booklet in Urdu ‘Jannat ka Asan Rasta” by Shaykh Mufti Mohammad Rafi Uthmani.
http://www.islameasy.org/EasyRoad_Paradise.php
A religious person is better for both this life and hereafter. 'Religious' does not mean who just prays and fasts - the definition is 'who abstains from all sins' - this includes our dailiy life, food, finances, dress, hijab, manners and purification of heart - read the article and Khutbahs on our site and listen to leactures. inshaAllah your knowledge will increase.
Salatul Hajat
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You may read 2 Rakah of Nafl Salah, with intention of Taubah and Salatul Hajat. This is performed like any other Salaah. After the Salaah, you should recite the following Dua. You may print these pages from web and recite from printed pages or from computer after the Salaah. It is not required to memorize these Dua or read it inside Salaah.
Taubah (from any act of disobedience and sins)
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/47.htm
Salat-ul Hajat
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
(Ask Allah to ease difficulty, clean the heart to focus on good deeds. Also ask Allah to show you if that person was really sincere to you or not).
While engaged with someone (before Nikah), please observe complete Hijab when this man is present. Unnecessary talking or getting close to this man before marriage may lead to problems. Taubah is neccessary for the past mistakes.
Why is Hijab necessary?
http://islameasy.org/hijab.php
Daily reading a book of good deeds helps overcome depression. You may print a chapter of Muntakhab Ahadith:
(http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php) and read with your family for 10 minutes together. Then make Dua.
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Ayat-e-Shifaa
I have had chicken pox scars for many years. What dua shall i read so that the scar disappears.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless you with Health and piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity…. Ameen!
You may recite Ayat-e-Shifaa and these following duas:
http://islameasy.org/AyateShifa.png
1. wa yashfi sudoora qawmim-mumineen
Translation: And [God] shall heal the breast of the believers.
(at-Tawba,9:14)
2. Yaa ayyuhan-naasu qad ja’atkum maw`izhatum-mir rabbikum wa shifaul-limaa fis-sudoor, wa hudan wa rahmatun lil-mumineen
Translation: O Mankind, there has come to you a guidance from your Lord and a healing for (the diseases) in your hearts and for those who believe
a guidance and a mercy. (Yunus, 10:57)
3. You may recite these following verses of Quran 100 times after Isha,accompanying with durood shareef:
"Laqad Khalaqnal Insana fee Ahsani Taqweem" (Surah Teen, Verse 3) and "..Anni Mughlobun Fantasir" (Surah Qamar, verse10
And Allah knows best.
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Dua for non-Mahram
I know who i would like to marry inshaAllah, i havent spoken to him or told anyone or anything like that but i wanted to know is it okay to make dua to marry that one specific person. I just dont want to include a non mahram in my duas if its wrong..
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!
May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity…. Ameen!
Respected sister, put your hope, trust and faith in Allah Ta'ala. Read Salatul Hajat.
http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
It is a fact that such decisions are in the hands of Allah alone, and Allah decides if and when to bless anybody with this bounty. As such, plentiful Duas and abstinence from the prohibitions of Allah are extremely essential.
And Allah knows best.
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Husband goes out with other women
I have been married for almost 6 years, now my husband cannot leave other women alone. It started a while back but now since we moved, its gotten worse - he talks to them on the phone all the time, now he has started going out with them.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony!
Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. Due to the influence of Shaytaan, bad desires and environment outside and inside the home, sometimes a married man starts making an affair with a non-Mahram
woman and may lose interest in his own wife at home. This article discusses some causes of this problem and a few suggestions for the wife to re-gain her husband’s love.
At the time of concern and tension in domestic affairs, review your life pattern to see in how many ways you can improve yourselves.
Protection of eyes:
--------------------
This is one of the biggest concerns in the Ummah today, affecting both the young an old. The outside environment (streets, markets, workplaces,social events) and media inside homes (TV, magazines, internet) and filled
with opportunities to look at non-Mahram faces. If someone does not protect the eyes and looks with lust and desires, his heart may be occupied with dozens of beautiful faces and may easily forget his own wife.
Disrespect and quarrels at home:
--------------------------------
Even if the wife is sincere in her heart, sometimes abusing the tongue on domestic issues may lead the husband to feel disrespected. If the wife does not treat the husband well, he may find more peace talking to strange women outside home. Usually the people outside home (for example, at the
markets and social events) appear more polite, courteous and keeping a soft and sweet-tone. This is a ‘big competition’ for the spouse at home to surpass the loving and admiring attitude experienced in the outside world!
Suggestions for Happy Marraige
------------------------------
Kindly review our advice on Happy Marriage – Living with Peace and Harmony
at Home at http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php
Manners and protection of tongue:
----------------------------------
From our elders we have learned that the best method to increase the love between the husband and the wife is to obtain great morals and etiquettes and to guard our tongue. By doing both of those, one will be able to attract your spouse into a never ending love. Please review the following
article:
http://islameasy.org/K213_Tongue_protection.php
List of husband’s likes and dislikes:
-------------------------------------
Living closely for a period of time, the wife knows the secrets of do’s and don’ts which pleases the husband. At the time of difficulty and concern, when the husband is not behaving well, extra precaution should be taken and a “selfless” attitude is needed to win his heart.
Looking for rights or love?
---------------------------
“Do not go by the book of ‘My Rights’. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she
goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.”
(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)
A warm-welcome of the husband:
------------------------------
When the husband enters home and looks at the wife with love and mercy and wife also looks at the husband with love and mercy, Allah looks at both of them with mercy.
Entering and leaving home with Salam and Du’a keeps the Shaytaan away.
The wife at home should decorate herself for the husband when he arrives home and meet with him cheerfully. On the other hand, when a woman goes out of her home (for example, for a social event), she should wear simple and modest clothing and observe complete Hijaab in front of non-Mahram. In practice, this is not followed in today’s society which opens the door of issues.
Virtues of good deeds:
----------------------
Imagine a pious wife making Du’a for his husband after every Salah: May Allah make him a pious man! May Allah bless him with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! May Allah accept all his good deeds and keep Shaytaan away from
him!
Pray Salat-ul-Hajat and Istekhara before making important decisions. See the main page at http://islameasy.org/
Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your spouse.
Increase time for Du’a, especially if you could wake up during the last part of night. Here is a startup script and examples of Dua:
Dua from the Core of Heart http://islameasy.org/pdf/Duae_Walihana.pdf
Environment of pious people:
----------------------------------------
Find a pious Shaykh near your area and encourage the husband to attend his programs with intention to acquire the love of Allah Almighty. Listen to lectures and read books on pious husband and wife.
Read books of virtues (like Muntakhab Ahadith, Riyadus-Saliheen) with your family for 5-10 minutes every evening.
Request the husband to bring some Islamic books of good deeds, Du’a and zikr for the family.
If there is a gathering for Taleem (Islamic knowledge to increase faith and good deeds) encourage your spouse to attend. Your masjid Imam and community may help you find such programs.
Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful.
May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! Ameen!
Recommended Readings for wife:
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The Rights of Husband by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar
http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/the-rights-of-husband
The Rights of a Husband and his Status* by Shaykh Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani
*Discourses on Islamic Way of Life volume-2, Darul-Ishaat.
Recommended Readings for Husband:
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The Rights of Women by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar
http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/rights-of-women
And Allah knows best.
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Reciting Quran to benefit a deceased
Is it permissable to read Quran as a form of khatm for a departed soul? its something which we have been following for years and years and today we hear that it is not going to benefit the soul.. Please explain this to me so that i can not be mis-guided even when I advise our dear sisters..
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Yes, it is permissible to read Quran to benefit a departed soul. However, one should keep this in mind that whoever is participating, they are doing it on their own. It should not be forced to people and also they should be aware of the shariah ruling regarding wudhu and ghusal (Taharah).
Also, you should not fix a specific date (3rd day, 40th day etc.) for this action.
And Allah knows best.
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Punishment in Grave
The other day my 14 years old daughter asked me if immediately after death good people start experiencing the sweetness of Heaven and the bad people start experiencing the horror of Hell, then why is there The Day of Judgment? I couldnotanswer her well, since I also know there is
punishment in the Grave after death and some indications in the Holy Quran where we find bad people will be received with hot water whereas the good people will receive Salam form Allah. What is the link here with the Day of Judgment? Can you answer please?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
1. According to the Aqaid (beliefs) of the Ahlus Sunnah Wal Jamaah`,Adhaabul Qabr (punishment in the grave) is Haqq (true and established).(Sharhul Aqaid)
It (punishment of the grave) is proven from the Qur'an and Ahadith. Allah Ta'ala discusses the punishment given to Fir'awn. He says, 'The fire is given to them in the morning and evening and on the Day of Judgment.' The fire before the Day of Judgment refers to the punishment in the grave.
(Ibid)
Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) said, 'When a person is buried and the people go away, two angels approach the deceased and ask three questions,
a) Who is your lord? b) What is your religion? and c) Who is he (Rasulullah sallallahu alayhi wasallam)?
A believer will answer all three questions and he will be honored with the clothing of Jannah. The window of Jannah will be opened for him and he will enjoy the sight of Jannah. On the contrary, a disbeliever will express regret at not being able to answer the questions. Upon that, an angel who is blind and deaf is appointed to punish him. Blind so that the angel does not see the punishment and feel mercy and deaf so that the punishment is not heard. The hammer used to punish a disbeliever is so heavy that it can reduce a mountain to dust. The disbeliever screams with pain and every creation can hear him besides human and Jinns.' (Mishkat)
Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) said, 'The grave is a garden of paradise or a pit of hell.'
(Ibid)
Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) said, 'If you are made to listen to the punishment in the grave, you will stop burying your deceased.' (Tirmidhi)
Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) advised, 'Seek protection from the punishment of the grave.' (Ibid)
It was the noble habit of Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) to make du'a in Salat for protection from the punishment of the grave. May Allah Ta'ala save us, our families and the entire Ummah from the trials of the Qabr.
And Allah knows best.
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Non-Mahram brother sister
If a person declares verbally that so and so woman is his sister (in Urdu 'mu boly bhai behn'), can they meet and talk like real brother and sister?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Please note that he will still be a non-mahram and talking to a non mahram, meeting with him or going out with this person is not allowed for her. She is required to observe complete Hijab with him. Islam does not encourage a relationship between a male and female who are
non-Mahram to each other.
Why is Hijab necessary?
http://islameasy.org/hijab.php
And Allah knows best.
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Problem with Husband and Step-sons
Husband is not very religious and in this 7 yrs he's abused me. I dont watch TV and dont allow my sons to watch, but my husband always wants to watch in front of them. My elder son is becoming hafiz so I am so worried about them, since my step-son keeps girlfriends, tells lies and also steals money from the house. My husband knows about it, but he doesnt do anything about it. I am so frustrated. I have started losing my temper alot. I get irritated over little things.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us every day. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in
the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah.
Let’s view and ponder over this chart of good deeds
Every particle of the universe will be left behind, but every deed of a human being will be lifted for the life hereafter! Strong faith and good deeds bring peace and comfort in this life, peace in the grave and gardens
of Paradise in the hereafter. When people forget the purpose of life, many of them terminate their lives without hope. When the human being realizes the purpose of life, an ordinary person can become a means of spreading
guidance to hundreds of thousands of people. There are diamonds, gold,silver and pearls to be discovered inside human heart.
Paradise is a reality – with rivers of milk and honey, palaces of gold and silver, delicious food and fruits, beautiful spouse, always happy, always young, always healthy – a great kingdom forever and ever for an unending
enjoyment and bliss. Compete with each other to strengthen faith and excel in good deeds and hasten to seize every fleeting moment and turn into gold by a productive activity; sow seeds today to reap a rich harvest tomorrow
and rush at the available opportunity before it is lost for good.
Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful. Allah loves us more than seventy mothers do. Difficulties and trials can become a means of raising our status and earn countless reward. Allah says in the Qur’an: (interpretation of the meaning):
“..Truly the steadfast will be paid their recompense without
limit“[Az-Zumar, 10].
Abu Saeed Al-Khudri and Abu Hurairah (RA) narrate that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: Whenever a Muslim faces fatigue, illness, worry, grief, hurt and sorrow, even gets pricked by a thorn, Allah in lieu of his sufferings removes his sins.” (Bukhari)
"Our anxieties, depression and worries are all created because we first make the decisions and then expect Allah Ta'ala to conform; whereas what we plan and decide is subject to Allah Ta'ala's confirmation." [‘Cure for
depression’ by Shaykh Yunus Patel]
Islam is a complete way of life and offers a real solution to every problem. Here are some steps one may take to cure depression and laziness,insha Allah.
Love of Allah:
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The human heart is the center of emotions and feelings. It dictates what it desires and works in collaboration with mind to act as a platform of good or evil. The human heart also has hidden treasures of matchless jewels. If found and applied, we can become beloved of Allah. Imagine a
believer (sister) who always remembers and seeks help from her Creator, praises Allah by her tongue, in her heart, expresses gratitude for His bounties, is patient in hardships. She supplicates in all earnestness and always has good intentions.
Our real love should be for Allah. We love someone due to beauty and excellence, perfectness in knowledge and generosity, loving and caring treatment for us. If we look around and think about the blessings Almighty Allah is showering on us, we will love Him.
He is Allah, besides him there is no god, the All-Knower of the unseen and the seen. He is the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful. He is Allah, besides him there is no god, the King, the Holy, the One Free from all defects, the Giver of security, the Watcher over His creatures, the
All-Mighty, the Compeller, the Supreme. Glory be to Allah! (High is He) above all that they associate as partners with Him. He is Allah, the Creator, the Inventor of all things, the Bestower of forms. To Him belong the Best Names. All that is in the heavens and the earth glorify Him. And
He is the All-Mighty, the All-Wise.[Al-Qur’an, 59: 22-24]
Tau’bah (Repentance):
Depression is caused by displeasing Almighty Allah. When a person transgresses the Laws of Allah, he/she is inflicted with various types of harms such as depression. It is for this reason Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) said Whoever makes Istighfaar in abundance, Allah will make a way out for him from every difficulty, free him from depression and anxiety and Allah will grant him sustenance from avenues he will not imagine.
“Why should Allah punish you if you have thanked (Him) and have believed in Him. And Allah is Ever All Appreciative (of good), All Knowing.” [An-Nisa 147]
Here is an excellent article on "Tawba & Istaghfaar – Repentance and seeking forgiveness"
http://www.islameasy.org/K202_Tawba.php
Therefore, the depressed person should repent for the past and turn his/her attention to Allah. Focus on pleasing Allah by fulfilling all His commands and He will grant you ease, peace and satisfaction of the heart, mind and soul. In the Zikr (obedience) of Allah is complete tranquility
and peace. Allah is the controller of all situations. If a person is in any difficulty, Allah is the only being that would assist him in coming out of that difficulty. Therefore, turn to Allah and He will take care of all your problems and misfortunes.
Emaan and righteous deeds:
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“Whoever works righteousness — whether male or female — while he (or she)is a true believer , verily, to him We will give a good life (in this world with respect, contentment and lawful provision), and We shall pay them certainly a reward in proportion to the best of what they used to do (i.e. Paradise in the Hereafter)” (al- Nahl 16:97 )
Allah tells us and promises us that whoever combines faith with righteous deeds will have a good life and a good reward in this world and in the Hereafter.Seeking help with patience and prayer:
Allah says (interpretation of the meaning): “And seek help in patience and Salah.
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Husband not giving time to family
I get really bad migranes and i have a 2 year old son, live with my in laws and husband. My husbands cousin normally comes in the evenings and my husband stays up with him quite late. Normally he does not help me with the child when he is at home but since I get really bad migranes I need help with my son, who should have first priority his cousin or me and our son?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless you with best of health and prosperity, Ameen.
Sister, I totally understand your situation, you may seek help of Allah through Salaatul Haajah. Please check on the main page for the method of performing it. http://Islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah “Do not go by the book of ‘My Rights’. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.
The unfortunate part is that the husband opens the chapter of his rights and the wife opens the chapter of her rights. The parents open the chapter of their rights, and the children, of their rights. The teacher, his rights and the pupils, their rights, and then everyone demands fulfillment
of these rights.
No doubt, rights have been declared so that no person should stop short of their fulfillment, but you cannot have a peaceful society if there is just demand for rights and no fulfillment of corresponding obligations.”
(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)
You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur’an 30: 21]
Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.
Kindly review some of the advices on “Happy Marriage – Living with Peace and Harmony at Home” at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php .
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Bad Dream
sister saw a bad dream
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Don’t worry, Insha Allah everything will be fine. Dreams can be interpreted but all of them are not meaningful.
Another thing is that, make a habit of sleeping in the sunnah way, for example making wudhu before going to bed, sleep on your right side,keeping right palm under right cheek, recite Kalimas, Duas, Ayatul Kursi and Qul.
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Husband not caring
a. My husband does not want to show that he loves me but I love him a lot. My in-laws always try to make him to misunderstand me. I need some duas that he will take care of me.
b. My husband earns nice money (means enough to fufil our needs). Since 3 years he is always saying "I dont have money,.. "why are you asking it" He spends lot of time with his friends. I think he is spending with them.what i should do. I also need wazifa so that he leave is friends and cricket or at least lessen it
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Marriage is a great Sunnah whilst divorce is disliked by Allah. Rasul sallallahu alaihi wa sallam has said that if a woman asks for a divorce for no reason, then the smell of paradise is forbidden for her [Tirmidhi].
It is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic. Divorce is permissible only as a last resort.
Ask yourself the reason of your husband's mistrust. Is this his personality? If so, resort to patience, Salaah and Du'a. In most cases,this is because of his lack of confidence, therefore always reassure him of your love for him. If your husband does not trust you because of a
previous error, then seek to regain his love and confidence by displaying your love for him, regret (on the mistake), and make commitment to the marriage. Be ever cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused the problem.
In any case, do not leave the home without his permission. Do not visit places he dislikes etc. Insha Allah, with patience, Du'a and effort your husband will come to trust you.
Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah narrated that the Rasul sallahu alaihi wasallam said, "If a women prays her five daily prayers,fasts the month of Ramadhaan, guards her chastity and obeys her husband,it will be said to her, "Enter paradise from whichever of the gates of
Paradise you wish"
May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and actions. Ameen!
InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.
You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur’an 30: 21]
Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times every day.
May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!
Kindly review some of the advices on
“Happy Marriage – Living with Peaceand Harmony at Home” at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php
Cure for depression
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Reward for worldy love in Hereafter
If a woman likes someone and wants marriage with him but their is so many famaliy and social problems in their marrige & they can not do so in their whole life. The female prayer her whole life for marriage with him then she
died what reward Allah gives her? Will she get that person in heaven same she likes in this world?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
1. A Hadith states: A Muslim's du'a is accepted in one of the 3 ways, a)Either he is given what he asked for, b) It is delayed to the future or c)he is rewarded in the hereafter.
2. Hadith: When a person goes to Jannah and sees his rewards, he will ask Allah as to what caused him to receive such great rewards. Allah Ta'ala will reply that these are the rewards of all those du'as that were not accepted, conferred to you in the world. The Jannati will then desire that all his du'as should have not been accepted in the world (due to the great rewards received in lieu of those du'as that were not accepted).
3. Allah Ta'ala removes difficulties of the person. Hence, our belief is that Allah is Hakeem - All-Wise - whatever He does is full of wisdom. One major cause of duas not being accepted is when one's income is earned through haram avenues and means. One should not lose hope and faith in
Allah. Rather, continue making dua.
Cure for depression
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Taubah
Sister committed a sin, but she has truly repented.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
We received your question details with grief and sorrow. May Allah accept your repentance and guide you in your situation.
Tau’bah (Seeking Forgiveness)
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Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the all-Merciful and all-Forgiving, declares in the Holy Qur’an:
“Say: O My slaves who have transgressed against themselves (by committing evil deeds and sins)! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah, verily Allah forgives all sins. Truly, He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.” [Qur’an 39:53
It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to rectify ourselves by turning to Him and begging for His forgiveness. Our mountains of evil deeds are nothing
before the vast ocean of the mercy of Allah.
Abu Dhar RadiyAllahu `anhu reports that Rasulullah Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam in a Hadith Qudsi (a hadith in which the Blessed Prophet s quotes Allah) said: “Indeed Allah the Almighty and Majestic says:
“O My slave! Verily, as long as you worship Me and have hope in Me, I shall forgive you for what you have done; O My slave! If you meet Me with an earthful of sins, but do not associate any partner with Me, I would grant you a forgiveness as great as the whole world.” (Musnad Ahmad)
Committing sins may make you sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed with yourself. But if you return to Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive you. There is no other door to knock to solve our issues. None can forgive sins except Him. He calls us to the abode of peace (Paradise); He is the Almighty who hides our faults and He alone can replace our bad deeds with good deeds.
The door of repentance is always open for a person until he dies or until the sun rises from the west, whichever comes first. When something is a necessity Allah provides it in abundance like air and water. Since we are always sinful and negligent of Allah and Satan and the self are always
inciting us towards evil, therefore tau’bah is provided in abundance so we can turn back to Allah.
Allah has created a solution to every sickness even if it may be the poison of a snake. Satan and sins are a major sickness and the cure for it is in tau’bah and istighfar, crying in front of Allah with deep regret in the heart.
Whenever our tau’bah breaks we should make tau’bah again. Some people despair and think they are sinners and will go to Hellfire. Tau’bah is so powerful that it can take a person from the lowest levels of Hellfire and raise him to the highest levels of Paradise.
Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the Lord of Mercy, puts mercy in the hearts of every mother in the world by which they love and care for their children. We make mistakes but Allah overlooks our faults. Our worship and good deeds are not perfect but Allah accepts them and multiplies the reward.
Kindly study these articles.
The importance of Taubah:
http://islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php
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Missing fast
My question is regarding Ramadan. The fasts which I have missed, how do I make them up. Can we fast and make them up during anytime of the year before next ramadan? And also I'm unsure of what time to open the fast for iftari and also when to close the fast?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
You can make up your missed fasts during anytime of the year (outside Ramadan) except for forbidden dates i.e. the day of Eid ul fitr (1st Shawwal) and 4 days of Eid ul adha (10th, 11th, 12th, 13th).
You will start your fast before fajr time starts in your area and then you will break your fast at your Maghrib time.
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Dua to help in Studies
I am in my 2nd year of college,inshaAllah i wanted to go univerisity next year. I want a wazeefa to get in this field and have succees in my studies.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
You may read 2 Rakah of Nafl Salah, with intention of Salatul Hajat. This is performed like any other Salaah. After the Salaah, you should recite the following Dua. You may print these pages from web and recite fromprinted pages or from computer after the Salaah. It is not required to memorize these Dua or read it inside Salaah.
Salat-ul Hajat:
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
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Purity
1) When I am on my period a few days later there is no blood, yet there brown discharge. Can I pray even though there is no blood but still there is brown discharge can i pray?
2) Can I touch a dua supplication book it has Arabic and English explanation in it?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
1) Yes sister, you have to wait till you have only white/off white discharge. Please note that there is no maximum limit for tahir (paak)time between two menses however, the minimum period of haiz (periods) is three days and three nights and the maximum period is ten days and ten
nights. Blood which flows for less than three days and three nights is not haiz but it is referred to as istehaaza (flowing of the blood out of the normal period).
This happens on account of some sickness or weakness of the body. If blood flows for more than ten days and then nights then all those days beyond ten days will be regarded as istehaaza.
The rule in regards to istehaaza is the same as for the one whose nose bleeds continuously. Such a woman should offer her salaat, fast, and should not leave out these. It is also permissible to have sexual relation with her husband.
A person who is facing istehaaza undergoes the same proceedure as a mazur. This woman is to make wudu at the time of every salaat. As long as that salaat time remains her wudu will remain, she can read the salaat of that time and read Quran just as anyone else. However, if apart from this bleeding some other matter crops up which causes her wudu to break, then her wudu will break and will have to repeat the wudu. (Bahishti Zewar 72,100)
You can also check the following: A gift for the Daughters of the Ummah – (topics on Purity and Tahara, what every Muslim sister should know)
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Tuhfatul_Banaat.pdf
2. If your question is regarding touching a dua book while you are in state of menstruation, yes it is allowed to touch these kinds of books.
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Salah with milk on clothes
is it acceptable to offer Salah(namaz) if clothes have breast milk on them,its been bothering me.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Yes, it is allowed to offer Salah (namaz) even if clothes have breast milk on them.
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Sins, Depression and forgiveness
[Sister and family was going through hardships in life and committed sins]
Well, I am a very bad muslim. I have the worst past in my life....I want to be close to Allah, I wish I was closer to Allah. But I am not, I dont deserve ..
....
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity…. May Allah guide you to right path! Ameen!
Allah is All Wise, All Merciful. Allah loves us more than seventy mothers do. Difficulties and trials can become a
means of raising our status and earn countless reward. Allah says in the Qur’an: (interpretation of the meaning):
“..Truly the steadfast will be paid their recompense without limit“[Az-Zumar, 10].
Tau’bah (Seeking Forgiveness)
===========================
Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the all-Merciful and all-Forgiving, declares in the Holy Qur’an:
“Say: O My slaves who have transgressed against themselves (by committing evil deeds and sins)! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah, verily Allah forgives all sins. Truly, He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.” [Qur’an 39: 53
It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to rectify
ourselves by turning to Him and begging for His forgiveness. Our mountains of evil deeds are nothing before the vast ocean of the mercy of Allah.
Abu Dhar RadiyAllahu `anhu reports that Rasulullah Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam in a Hadith Qudsi (a hadith in
which the Blessed Prophet s quotes Allah) said: “Indeed Allah the Almighty and Majestic says:
“O My slave! Verily, as long as you worship Me and have hope in Me, I shall forgive you for what you have done;
O My slave! If you meet Me with an earthful of sins, but do not associate any partner with Me, I would grant you a
forgiveness as great as the whole world.” (Musnad Ahmad)
Committing sins may make you sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed with yourself. But if you return to
Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive you. There is no other door to knock
to solve our issues. None can forgive sins except Him. He calls us to the abode of peace (Paradise); He is the
Almighty who hides our faults and He alone can replace our bad deeds with good deeds.
The door of repentance is always open for a person until he dies or until the sun rises from the west, whichever
comes first. When something is a necessity Allah provides it in abundance like air and water. Since we are
always sinful and negligent of Allah and Satan and the self are always inciting us towards evil, therefore tau’bah
is provided in abundance so we can turn back to Allah.
Allah has created a solution to every sickness even if it may be the poison of a snake. Satan and sins are a major
sickness and the cure for it is in tau’bah and istighfar, crying in front of Allah with deep regret in the heart.
Whenever our tau’bah breaks we should make tau’bah again. Some people despair and think they are sinners
and will go to Hellfire. Tau’bah is so powerful that it can take a person from the lowest levels of Hellfire and raise him to the highest levels of Paradise.
Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the Lord of Mercy, puts mercy in the hearts of every mother in the world by which they love and care for their children. We make mistakes but Allah overlooks our faults. Our worship and good deeds are not perfect but Allah accepts them and multiplies the reward.
Good manners - observe complete Hijab, make Isteghfar, increase time for Dua.
Kindly read this articles on our site and listen to lectures to increase your knowledge.
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Sister wants to become a Muslim
1) What should I be studying to convert (to Islam)?
2) Since I can not read Arabic, How do I learn the prayers in Arabic? (in Phonetic version?)
3) How do I learn about Female Muslims dress, cooking & clture?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Thank you very much for your interest in practicing Islam. May Allah guide you to the right path, Ameen!
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1) What should I be studying to convert?
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As you have decided to practice Islam without any compulsion, the first step is to recite the Shahadah (testimony of faith). It is recommended to take a bath or ablution to achieve purity. Here are the statements in arabic, transliteration and translation you could recite:
------------------------------------------------------------LA ILAHA ILLAL LAHU MUHAMMADUR RASOOL ULLAH
Translation: There is no one worthy of worship except Allah, and Muhammad (peace be upon him) is the Messenger of Allah.”
ASH HADU A(N) LLA ILAHA ILLAL LAHU WA ASH HADU AN-NA MUHAMMADAN AB DUHOO WA RASOO LUH
Translation: I testify that none is worthy of worship but Allah, and I testify that Muhammad (peace be upon him) is
His servant and His Messenger.
“AAMANTU BILLAHI KAMA HUWA BI ASMAA’ IHEE WA SIFATIHEE WA QABILTU JAMEEA – AHKAMIHEE”
Translation: I believe in Allah as HE is with all His Names and Attributes and I accept all His Commands.
“AAMANTU BILLAHI WA MALAA I-KA TIHEE WA KUTUBIHEE WA RUSULIHEE WAL YAUMIL AAKHIRI WAL QADRI KHAIRIHEE WA SHARRIHEE MINAL- LAHI TA’ALA WAL BA’THI BA’DAL MAUT “
Translation: I believe in Allah, His Angels, His Books, His Prophets, the Day of Judgment, and in the fact that fate,
good or bad, is from Allah, and in the resurrection after death.
Learning the basics of Islam:
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Kindly learn the first few expressions on this page
http://islameasy.org/pdf/Expressions1.pdf
What is said in the Muslim Prayer? (English Translation)
http://islameasy.org/What-Muslim-Prayer.php
Purity:
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Before prayer, a new Muslim should take a complete bath with intention to be clean from all impurities. The bath
will include thorough gargling (passing water into and out of the mouth) and putting water into the nostrils.
Basic Duties (Five Pillars of Islam):
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1. Emaan (To firmly believe in the heart and declare as described above)
2. Salat (To pray five times a day)
3. Zakat (Paying charity if financially capable)
4. Fasting (during the month of Ramadan)
5. Hajj (Pilgrimage to Makkah once in a lifetime if one can afford it)
A person who accepts Islam is called a Muslim. It means one who surrenders’. A Muslim is required to do all that
Allah and His Messenger (peace be upon him) have asked to do, and to keep from doing things which Allah and His Messenger (peace be upon him) have told not to do.
This is a quick booklet you may start reading to learn the basics
Gift for New Muslims http://islameasy.org/pdf/Gift_NewMuslims_Print.pdf
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2) Since I can not read Arabic, How do I learn the prays Arabic? (in Phonetic version?)
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Initially, first few prayers, you may pray by reciting short Arabic words given in the beginning of this page:
Islamic Manners and Expressions
http://islameasy.org/pdf/Expressions1.pdf
Slowly, you may learn a few more items from the Salah book:
http://islameasy.org/pdf/salaah.pdf
This page is your Prayer resource, with audio, hand-out and additional material:
http://islameasy.org/prayers-salaat.php
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3) How do I learn about Female Muslims dress, cooking & clture?
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http://islameasy.org/pdf/Muslim%20Women's%20Dress%20Brochure.pdf
For Cooking, make sure the food and ingredients are Halal.
http://islameasy.org/Guide-to-Muslim-Food.php
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meet and learn from sisters.
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Not yet ready for Hijab?
I pray all my prayers, fast and everything i'm suppost to do to become a better Muslim but there is one thing i'm not ready for hajib yet? Is that bad?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!
You have asked a question which is a very important part of our lives as Muslim women. We will try to answer it as simply as possible, Insha-Allah.
Allah says in Surah Ahzaab, verse 59 "Oh Prophet! tell your wives and daughters and the believing women, that they should cast their outer garments (Jalaabeeb) over them, that is likelier that they be known and not harmed/annoyed......"
In order to understand a word in any language, we have to ask the experts of that language. The root word of "jalaabeeb" is "jalbab", which is used for things which cover completely.
Example: the darkness of night. When the darkness of night comes, there is no corner left which is bright, everything becomes covered in darkness. In the same way, jalbab is the garment that covers a woman from head to toe, with nothing left open. (Lisanul Arab,V 1 - Al muhalla V 3).
We will now quote the sahaaba (R.A) who have explained the jalbab to us so clearly, that theres no room for confusion anymore. Ibne Abaas (R.A.) says under the explanation of the above verse "Allah commanded Muslim women to
pull this sheet on top of them, to cover their bodies, except one eye, when it is necessary for them to come out of their homes."
Imam Mohammed ibn Seereen says," I asked Ubaidullah Salmani RA the meaning of this verse and how the jalbab was used, he demonstrated it to me, by pulling a sheet of cloth over his head to cover his body, leaving only one eye uncovered."
It should be remembered that the sahaaba/ companions of the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam were the ones who witnessed the Qur'an being revealed, they witnessed how the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam practiced on the verses revealed, who can give us better insight into following the Qur'an than the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam and his
sahaaba?
And what about the wives of the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam who are our role-models, how did they follow the verses of Quran? Aisha (R.A.) was the wife of Nabi Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam. Once, she was left
behind by the caravan while returning from a journey. When she realized this, she thought it best to remain exactly where she was, the prophet Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam will soon realize she is not with them and come back for her. A few miles behind this caravan was a sahaabi, Safwan
bin Mu'atal (R.A.), his job was to travel behind the caravan and pick upanything left behind. As he came closer, he noticed someone sleeping, when he realized it was Aisha (R.A.) he said loudly, innaa lilaahi wa innaa ilayhi raajioon, upon hearing his voice, Aisha (R.A.) says I got up from my sleep and immediately covered my face with my shawl. Safwan RA recognized her because he had seen her
before the verses of hijaab were revealed. But since the verses had been revealed, she now covered her face.
Alhamdolilaah, all praise is due to Allah, who has made Islam so perfect and just, that there is no difference between how we practice on it and how the wives of a prophet practiced on it. There is no different rulings
for different people. Every Muslim/ Muslimah is the same, the only difference is in taq'wa.
There are so many Aayaat and Ahaadith on this subject, that books have been written in great detail on it. We would like to end by saying that if covering the face was not necessary, just an option for women to choose from, then the other aayaat of hijaab wouldn't make sense. For example:
1. If women were free to uncover the face, why does Allah ask the men and women not to look at each other and lower their gazes. (Surah Noor)? How will we follow this command of Allah? If covering the face is not necessary, then neither should lowering the gaze.
2. If it was permissible to uncover the face, then why do we need permission before entering someone's home?
"Oh you who believe! enter not houses other than your own, until you have asked permission...." (Surah Noor)
This aayah is guarding the females of the home so that they are not looked upon by strange men.
3. Allah commands the women "... and make not a dazzling display (of yourselves), like the former times of ignorance...." (Surah Ahzaab) and also "...And tell the believing women that they lower their gaze and guard
their modesty and not display their beauty....." (Surah Noor).
Is the face not part of the beauty of a woman? In fact, it is a focal point of her beauty. I came across a survey last year which was conducted amongst the men. They were asked as to which parts of a female would first get their attention? 80% of them replied her face, eyes and lips would
attract them first, followed by her body.
4. Why would Allah command the men to ask for any need from behind a curtain? (Surah Ahzaab) If a woman can uncover her face then why not just ask her face to face?
5. If a woman's face is showing then a man would not be captured by her voice on first impulse. But when a woman's face and body are concealed, Allah has further commanded her not to be complacent/sweet in her speech with the males. (Surah Ahzaab)
Allah has made all these rules for the betterment of mankind, not to make us upset or miserable. Parents make rules and regulations in their homes because of the love they have for their children. If someone says that a
mother disciplines her child because of hatred or misery, we would say that its absurd. Similiarly, Allah knows what is best for us while our knowledge is limited. Our success lies in following the Quran and the Sunnah of our Rasool Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam.
We hope that this answers your question. For further detailed reading we would recommend the book "HIJAB"
(http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php) by Dr. Mohammed Ismail Memon Madani.
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Taubah from a major sin
.. I feel guilt regret I fear Allah with his punishments and I am sincerely sorry for what I did and I prayed to Allah to forgive me but am still groping sad, please can you help me am desperate what should i do?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
We received your question details with grief and sorrow. May Allah accept your repentance and guide you in your situation.
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In the name of Allah, The Most Gracious and The Most Merciful
Tau’bah (Seeking Forgiveness)
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Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the all-Merciful and all-Forgiving, declares
in the Holy Qur’an:
“Say: O My slaves who have transgressed against themselves (by committing evil deeds and sins)! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah, verily Allah forgives all sins. Truly, He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.” [Qur’an 39:53
It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to rectify ourselves by turning to Him and begging for His forgiveness. Our mountains of evil deeds are nothing
before the vast ocean of the mercy of Allah.
Abu Dhar RadiyAllahu `anhu reports that Rasulullah Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam in a Hadith Qudsi (a hadith in which the Blessed Prophet s quotes Allah) said: “Indeed Allah the Almighty and Majestic says:
“O My slave! Verily, as long as you worship Me and have hope in Me, I shall forgive you for what you have done; O My slave! If you meet Me with an earthful of sins, but do not associate any partner with Me, I would grant you a forgiveness as great as the whole world.” (Musnad Ahmad)
Committing sins may make you sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed with yourself. But if you return to Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive you. There is no other door to
knock to solve our issues. None can forgive sins except Him. He calls us to the abode of peace (Paradise); He is the Almighty who hides our faults and He alone can replace our bad deeds with good deeds.
The door of repentance is always open for a person until he dies or until the sun rises from the west, whichever comes first. When something is a necessity Allah provides it in abundance like air and water. Since we are always sinful and negligent of Allah and Satan and the self are always
inciting us towards evil, therefore tau’bah is provided in abundance so we can turn back to Allah.
Allah has created a solution to every sickness even if it may be the poison of a snake. Satan and sins are a major sickness and the cure for it is in tau’bah and istighfar, crying in front of Allah with deep regret in the heart.
Whenever our tau’bah breaks we should make tau’bah again. Some people despair and think they are sinners and will go to Hellfire. Tau’bah is so powerful that it can take a person from the lowest levels of Hellfire and raise him to the highest levels of Paradise.
Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the Lord of Mercy, puts mercy in the hearts of every mother in the world by which they love and care for their children. We make mistakes but Allah overlooks our faults. Our worship and good deeds are not perfect but Allah accepts them and multiplies the reward.
Kindly study these articles.
1.
Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php
2.
The importance of Taubah:
http://islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php
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Pre-marriage love broken
My parents had searched a guy for me with whom i got along very well and started loving him trully. We got engaged also after knowing each other for 5 month but just within a month of our engagement he started avoiding me and
broke off the engagement. Its been 6 months now but till date i dont know why he did this. He just told he did not like my nature. I love him even today and cannot forget him. I am deeply hurt and just can’t concentrate in anything else in life
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Please review our main page for details on Dua http://islameasy.org/ . Hope for the best and ask Allah to bless you with a better match.
Respected sister, even if a man is engaged with a woman, he is still a non-Mahram until the actual Nikah is made. Meeting alone or going out with this person is not allowed for her. It is required to observe complete Hijab with him until the Nikah is done.
Islam does not encourage pre-marriage love relationships between a male and female who are non-Mahram to each other. There are limits in Islam regarding love relationships before marriage. Please read more in this article:
Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php
You may read 2 Rakah of Nafl Salah, with intention of Taubah and Salatul Hajat. This is performed like any other Salaah.
After the Salaah, you should recite the following Dua. You may print these pages from web and recite from printed pages or from computer after the Salaah. It is not required to memorize these Dua or read it inside Salaah.
Taubah (from any act of disobedience and sins)
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/47.htm
Salat-ul Hajat
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
(Ask Allah to ease difficulty, clean the heart to focus on good deeds. Also ask Allah to show you if that person was really sincere to you or not).
You may study the following books and articles:
Cure for depression by Shaykh Yunus Patel
http://islameasy.org/pdf/Cure_for_Depression.pdf
Easy Road to Paradise - Golden deeds that lead to success - extracted from
a booklet in Urdu ‘Jannat ka Asan Rasta” by Shaykh Mufti Mohammad Rafi
Uthmani. http://www.islameasy.org/EasyRoad_Paradise.php]
Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php
Why is Hijab necessary?
http://islameasy.org/hijab.php
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Depression and losing hope
I have been very depressed and sad for the last few years.. I am a divorced woman and I liked someone very much but parents disagree completely. I have been praying constantly and asking duas, but I am losing hope completely .. My heart is broken and I am unable to find hope in life. This is also the second time that my heart has been broken, why am I being punished so bad?.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us every day. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in
the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah.
Let’s view and ponder over this chart of good deeds
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Convert_Time2Gold.pdf
Every particle of the universe will be left behind, but every deed of a human being will be lifted for the life hereafter! Strong faith and good deeds bring peace and comfort in this life, peace in the grave and gardens
of Paradise in the hereafter. When people forget the purpose of life, many of them terminate their lives without hope. When the human being realizes the purpose of life, an ordinary person can become a means of spreading
guidance to hundreds of thousands of people. There are diamonds, gold, silver and pearls to be discovered inside human heart.
Paradise is a reality – with rivers of milk and honey, palaces of gold and silver, delicious food and fruits, beautiful spouse, always happy, always young, always healthy – a great kingdom for ever and ever for an unending
enjoyment and bliss. Compete with each other to strengthen faith and excel in good deeds and hasten to seize every fleeting moment and turn into gold by a productive activity; sow seeds today to reap a rich harvest tomorrow
and rush at the available opportunity before it is lost for good.
Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful. Allah loves us more than seventy mothers do. Difficulties and trials can become a means of raising our status and earn countless reward. Allah says in the Qur’an: (interpretation of the meaning):
“..Truly the steadfast will be paid their recompense without
limit“[Az-Zumar, 10].
Abu Saeed Al-Khudri and Abu Hurairah (RA) narrate that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: Whenever a Muslim faces fatigue, illness, worry, grief, hurt and sorrow, even gets pricked by a thorn, Allah in lieu of his sufferings removes his sins.” (Bukhari)
"Our anxieties, depression and worries are all created because we first make the decisions and then expect Allah Ta'ala to conform; whereas what we plan and decide is subject to Allah Ta'ala's confirmation." [‘Cure for
depression’ by Shaykh Yunus Patel]
Islam is a complete way of life and offers a real solution to every problem. Here are some steps one may take to cure depression and laziness, insha Allah.
Love of Allah:
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The human heart is the center of emotions and feelings. It dictates what it desires and works in collaboration with mind to act as a platform of good or evil. The human heart also has hidden treasures of matchless jewels. If found and applied, we can become beloved of Allah. Imagine a
believer (sister) who always remembers and seeks help from her Creator, praises Allah by her tongue, in her heart, expresses gratitude for His bounties, is patient in hardships. She supplicates in all earnestness and
always has good intentions.
Our real love should be for Allah. We love someone due to beauty and excellence, perfectness in knowledge and generosity, loving and caring treatment for us. If we look around and think about the blessings Almighty Allah is showering on us, we will love Him.
He is Allah, besides him there is no god, the All-Knower of the unseen and the seen. He is the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful. He is Allah, besides him there is no god, the King, the Holy, the One Free from all defects, the Giver of security, the Watcher over His creatures, the
All-Mighty, the Compeller, the Supreme. Glory be to Allah! (High is He) above all that they associate as partners with Him. He is Allah, the Creator, the Inventor of all things, the Bestower of forms. To Him belong the Best Names. All that is in the heavens and the earth glorify Him. And
He is the All-Mighty, the All-Wise.[Al-Qur’an, 59: 22-24]
Tau’bah (Repentance):
Depression is caused by displeasing Almighty Allah. When a person transgresses the Laws of Allah, he/she is inflicted with various types of harms such as depression. It is for this reason Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) said Who ever makes Istighfaar in abundance, Allah will make a way out for him from every difficulty, free him from depression and anxiety and Allah will grant him sustenance from avenues he will not imagine.
“Why should Allah punish you if you have thanked (Him) and have believed in Him. And Allah is Ever All Appreciative (of good), All Knowing.”
[An-Nisa 147]
Here is an excellent article on "Tawba & Istaghfaar – Repentance and seeking forgiveness"
http://www.islameasy.org/K202_Tawba.php
Therefore, the depressed person should repent for the past and turn his/her attention to Allah. Focus on pleasing Allah by fulfilling all His commands and He will grant you ease, peace and satisfaction of the heart, mind and soul. In the Zikr (obedience) of Allah is complete tranquility
and peace. Allah is the controller of all situations. If a person is in any difficulty, Allah is the only being that would assist him in coming out of that difficulty. Therefore, turn to Allah and He will take care of
all your problems and misfortunes.
Emaan and righteous deeds:
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“Whoever works righteousness — whether male or female — while he (or she) is a true believer , verily, to him We will give a good life (in this world with respect, contentment and lawful provision), and We shall pay
them certainly a reward in proportion to the best of what they used to do (i.e. Paradise in the Hereafter)” (al- Nahl 16:97 )
Allaah tells us and promises us that whoever combines faith with righteous deeds will have a good life and a good reward in this world and in the Hereafter.
Seeking help with patience and prayer:
Allah says (interpretation of the meaning): “And seek help in patience and al-sal
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Lost in Life
a.
i get disturb with negative thoughts due to some past problems but i want to avoid and think good for every one what should i recite? I always feel worried for my kids?
b. I'm very confused and I want to know what duas I should read to become unconfused!? I'm unhappy because i am lost in life.. I feel like I'm going no where?
c. After and during my paryer (namaz) or reading quran as well as when I am reserching more about isalmic history, why do I have a fear of what is going to happen to me life after death. Does these sort of feelings and fearful thoghts means my emaan is not as strong as good Muslium should be?
Please check on the main page for the method of performing Salatul Hajaat:
http://Islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
[Editor’s note:
May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity…. Ameen!
This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us everyday. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah.
Daily reading a book of good deeds helps in this situation. You may print a chapter of Muntakhab Ahadith (http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php) and read with your family for 10 minutes together, then make Dua.
Kindly read articles on our site and listen to lectures to increase your knowledge.]
Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php
May Allah make it easy for you. Ameen.
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Husband with bad habits
I want to know some dua for my husband who is a good human in every way but he is very fond of porn movies and morally bad things like dances, obscene songs.... its very hurting and sometimes push me into depression that it will cause ALLAH anger...now I am a mother of 1 month
old son ..i am more worried..plz tell me some dua of Wazifa that might help me in turning my husband’s heart away from these things and let him be a good muslim as ALLAH Talah wants us to be...
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Firstly:
do not feel too shy to speak to your husband and advise him about these matters, because speaking to him may be more beneficial and make it easier to find a solution. Exhort him and speak to him in an effective manner such as will reach his heart; remind him of the punishment and wrath of
Allah; the torment of Hellfire; remind him of the trust and the responsibility he has towards his wife and children, (as in the hadeeth):
“Each of you is a shepherd and each of you is responsible for his flock;
the man is the shepherd of his household and is responsible for those under his care.”
One of his rights over you is that you should tell him that what he is doing to you is a sin, and that watching these filthy movies is keeping him away from Allah and from remembering Him. Perhaps he will repent and pay heed to your words. Keep repeating that to him, with wisdom and paying attention to what is in your best interests. If he does not respond, then seek the help of someone who you think he will listen to, such as knowledgeable and righteous people, relatives, friends or anyone who may
have some influence over him.
Secondly:
Try to get him to listen to some effective tapes of khutbahs, speeches and lessons, directly or indirectly, and give him some Islamic books, so that maybe his heart will be opened to the truth.
Thirdly:
If none of this has any effect, then appoint an arbitrator from his family and an arbitrator from your family, who you think will be able, by their involvement, to improve the relationship between you and make him give up the evil things he is involved in. These arbitrators should be righteous people, in accordance with the words of Allah
(Interpretation of the meaning):
“If you fear a breach between them (the man and his wife),
appoint (two) arbitrators, one from his family and the other from hers; if they both wish for peace, Allah will cause their reconciliation. Indeed Allah is Ever All-Knower, Well-Acquainted with all things”
[al-Nisaa’ 4:35]
If these two arbitrators wish for peace, then we ask Allah to bring you back together in a good and proper manner and to reconcile you with the best relationship there can be between a husband and wife.
In this difficult situation, you must turn to Allah and seek His Help and ask for guidance to make the right decision. We remind you again that it is your duty to remind and advise this man in all situations.
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Emotional relationship with husband
[question summary: Husband does not feel attracted towards wife, while the wife suspect he is involved with another woman]
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Marriage is a great Sunnah whilst divorce is disliked by Allah. Rasul sallallahu alaihi wa sallam has said that if a woman asks for a divorce for no reason, then the smell of paradise is forbidden for her [Tirmidhi].
It is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic. Divorce is permissible only as a last resort.
Ask yourself the reason of your husband's mistrust. Is this his personality? If so, resort to patience, Salaah and Du'a. In most cases, this is because of his lack of confidence, therefore always reassure him of your love for him. If your husband does not trust you because of a
previous error, then seek to regain his love and confidence by displaying your love for him, regret (on the mistake), and make commitment to the marriage. Be ever cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused
the problem.
In any case, do not leave the home without his permission. Do not visit places he dislikes etc. Insha Allah, with patience, Du'a and effort your husband will come to trust you.
Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah narrated that the Rasul sallahu alaihi wasallam said, "If a women prays her five daily prayers, fasts the month of Ramadhaan, guards her chastity and obeys her husband,
it will be said to her, "Enter paradise from whichever of the gates of Paradise you wish"
May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and actions. Ameen!
InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.
You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur’an 30: 21]
Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times every day.
May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!
Kindly review some of the advices on
“Happy Marriage – Living with Peaceand Harmony at Home” at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php
Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php
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Bangles and henna
1. Is wearing make up haram, such as foundation lip gloss eye liner e.c.t
2. Is wearing bangles haram , such as more than 10 ...
3. Is wearing henna mehndi haram....
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
None of these things are haram.
[Editor’s note:
A wife can decorate herself for her husband.
However, a woman is required to observe complete Hijab in the presence of non-Mahram men. Review this book for details
Why is Hijab necessary?
http://islameasy.org/hijab.php ]
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Plugging eye-brow
Is it allowed for a Muslim woman to plug eyebrow and remove hair on the face
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Since Prophet Mohammad Sallallahu alaihi wa Sallam send laanat (cursed) at this act, a Muslim woman is not allowed to plug her eyebrows. However, she can remove hair from her face (like upper lips and cheeks).
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Salatul Tasbeeh
Advise me about Salatul Tasbih. I have read that it is very beneficial to offer this salat every day, but I
have also read that it is bidah.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Our Beloved Prophet Mohammed (Sallallaho Alihiwassallam) said to his uncle(father’s brother) Sayyiduna Abbass (may Allah be pleased with him) Oh Uncle, shall I not give you Shall I not grant you Shall I not award you Shall I not do mercy on you. When you do 10 things Allah will forgive your
Sins; of the future and of the past; new and old; those you have forgotten and those you did knowingly; big and small; hidden and revealed. Then he (Sallallaho Alihiwassallam) explained and taught the way to pray Salatul Tasbih and then said if you can pray this salah once a day [then do it], if you cannot pray once a day then every Friday, and even if this is not possible then once a month and even if this is not possible then once a year and even if this is not possible then at least once in a lifetime.
[Approximate translation of the meaning of narration in Abu’Dawood &Tirimzi, refer to books of Azkar and Dua for the Arabic text]
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Missing fast
I have not been able to fast for years [due to sickness]. Now I find out from the doctor that i can fast and its been 5 years since I started my menses, so how do i make up all those fasts I didnt keep. Please explain in detail.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Do not be scared, Insha Allah you can make up your fasts. Since this is winter time and the fasts will be shorter, you can start now. In the beginning it might seems hard but you will be done in no time insha Allah.
May Allah make it easy for you. Ameen.
[Editor’s note] For example, every year, in winter (when days are shorter), try to make up some fasts. Even if you fast two days every week, it will be 6-8 days per month and in 3-5 months you can cover missing fast for 1 Ramadan. If you are able to fast 2 days a week for 11 months (outside Ramadan), you can cover 2-3 years of previously mission Ramadan fasting.
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Barakah in wealth
What's the best dua for assistance with money issues?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
The prophet Sallallahu alaihi wa Sallam said, I know of an ayah that if people were to hold on to it, it would suffice them "He who fears Allah, Allah will make an opening
for him, and grant him sustenance from sources he could never imagine, and Allah is sufficient for the one who puts his trust in him" (ibne maajah)
(The Hadith refers to an ayah of soorah Talaq)
It is narrated by Abu Hurairah RA that the Prophet Sallallahu alaihi wa Sallam said, Allah says,
If my servants are obedient to me, I would send down rain during the night and spread sunlight during the day and I will not make them hear the sound of thunder."(Ahmad)
Abu Darda RA says the Prophet Sallallahu alaihi wa Sallam said,"A person’s sustenance searches for him just as his death does" (hilyah)
We understand from the Quran and many ahadeeth, that trust and obedience of Allah is the key to increasing ones sustenance. This is because Allah is the one who owns the treasures of the skies and earth; it will only make sense to make our lives subservient to his commands.
One should remember that whatever is written for man, will reach him.
We should make sure that all our faraaid (compulsory) acts are in order, further, the best way of asking Allah for assistance is through Salaah. We should try not to become despondent or depressed, instead we should remember that Allah will increase our sustenance when the time is right.
Also ask your parents for their duas as there is great strength in the dua of a mother and father.
You can also recite "Hasbonallahu wa ni'mal wakeel" daily.
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Not praying?
I want to know where in the Holy Quran is the punishment for not offering Salat provided.
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These are the following ayaat from Quran:
"What led you into Hell-Fire? They will say; 'We were not of those who prayed;' (The Noble Quran, 74:42-43)"
"So woe to the worshippers who are neglectful of their Prayers, those who (want but) to be seen (of men). (The Noble Quran, 107:4-6)"
"Enjoin prayer on thy people, and be constant therein. We ask thee not to provide sustenance: We provide it for thee. But the (fruit of) the Hereafter is for Righteousness. (The Noble Quran, 20:132)"
"The hypocrites--they think they are over-reaching Allah but He will over-reach them: When they stand up to Prayer, they stand without earnestness, to be seen of men, but little do they hold Allah in
remembrance. (The Noble Quran, 4:142)"
"Their eyes will be cast down--ignominy will cover them; seeing that they had been summoned aforetime to bow in adoration, while they were whole (and had refused). (The Noble Quran, 68:43)"
"So he gave nothing in charity, nor did he pray! (The Noble Quran, 75:31)"
"And when it is said to them, 'Prostrate yourselves!' they do not so. Ah woe, that Day, to the rejecters of Truth! (The Noble Quran, 77:48-49)"
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Skin and beauty
For the last few year i have struggled in my life
i have also struggeld with my eyesight and hearing loss. now another problem has occured, i have visited the doctor but no improvements have been seen and i have also now suffered from acne. what do i do i pray for Allah to make me beautiful getting rid of the scars?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
1) Please check the home page of our website for detailed procedure on salaatul Haajat. Allah is the only one, who could make the impossible, possible. You should turn to Allah and ask him for all your needs.
2) You may recite these following duas:
wa yashfi sudoora qawmim-mumineen
Translation: And [God] shall heal the breast of the believers.
(at-Tawba,9:14)
Yaa ayyuhan-naasu qad ja’atkum maw`izhatum-mir rabbikum wa shifaul-limaa fis-sudoor, wa hudan wa rahmatun lil-mumineen
Translation: O Mankind, there has come to you a guidance from your Lord and a healing for (the diseases) in your hearts, and for those who believe a guidance and a mercy. (Yunus, 10:57)
3) You may recite these following verses of Quran 100 times after Isha, accompanying with durood shareef:
"Laqad Khalaqnal Insana fee Ahsani Taqweem" (Surah Teen, Verse 3) and
"..Anni Mughlobun Fantasir" (Surah Qamar, verse10)
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Wudu breaks due to bad cough
I have had a bad cough for about 5 years. Sometimes while at prayer I begin to cough continuously causing my .. wudu to break.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
The rule in regards to Ma’zoor (she who can't keep her wudhu), such a woman should offer her Salaah as follows: This woman is to make wudu at the time of every Salah. As long as that Salah time remains her wudu will remain, she can read the Salah of that time and read Quran just as anyone else can. However, if apart from this problem some other matter crops up which causes her wudu to break, then her wudu will break and will have to repeat the wudu. (Bahisti Zewar[Heavenly Ornaments] by Shaykh Ashaf Ali
Thanvi -72,100)
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Marriage of choice
I have been in a relationship with a guy .. now his father wants him to marry his sister in law's sister whereas he doesn’t want to. He loves me and I love him and I want to marry him. Please help me as I am getting psycho day by day.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
You should do Istikhara to find out whether that person is right for you or not. You can pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah. This is a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a.
The most preferred time for this prayer is the last portion of the night
before the fajr prayer. But you can pray it at other times too.
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It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed on us another bounty, or granted us relief from a difficulty, or a reward is given to us in the Akhirah in place of it. Alhamdulillah,
Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not be hasty or ungrateful.
In addition, it is important to research and read books and articles on marriage so that we look for the qualities in a man that are pleasing to Allah Ta'ala. There are articles on this website too. Do read them and acquire the knowledge of Deen.
May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolness of your eyes. Ameen
Cure for depression
http://Islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php
Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.Islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php
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Istehaza
what exactly is considered to be istihaza?
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There is no maximum limit for tahir (paak) time between two menses however, the minimum period of haiz (periods) is three days and three nights and the maximum period is ten days and ten nights. Blood which flows for less than three days and three nights is not haiz but it is referred to as istehaaza (flowing of the blood out of the normal period).
This happens on account of some sickness or weakness of the body. If blood flows for more than ten days and then nights then all those days beyond ten days will be regarded as istehaaza.
The rule in regards to istehaaza is the same as for the one whose nose bleeds continuously. Such a woman should offer her salaat, fast, and should not leave out these. It is also permissible to have sexual relation with her husband.
A person who is facing istehaaza undergoes the same proceedure as a mazur. This woman is to make wudu at the time of every salaat. As long as that salaat time remains her wudu will remain, she can read the salaat of that
time and read Quran just as anyone else. However, if apart from this bleeding some other matter crops up which causes her wudu to break, then her wudu will break and will have to repeat the wudu. (Bahishti Zewar 72,100)
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Haraam earnings
I recently I have come really close to Islam. and now i have come to know that the job I have is haram . I feel so much stress because of my haram job, I have come to know that Allah do not listen to that person whose earning is haram. I feel so much anxiety because of my haram job.
Should I keep my jobs and search for another job?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Sister, you can keep this job while you are looking for a better one.As soon as you find a place where you can earn Halal then just quit this one.
Also please review the following articles:
Tau’bah (Seeking Forgiveness)
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Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the all-Merciful and all-Forgiving, declares in the Holy Qur’an:
“Say: O My slaves who have transgressed against themselves (by committing evil deeds and sins)! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah, verily Allah forgives all sins. Truly, He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.” [Qur’an 39:53]
It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to rectify ourselves by turning to Him and begging for His forgiveness. Our mountains of evil deeds are nothing
before the vast ocean of the mercy of Allah.
Abu Dhar RadiyAllahu `anhu reports that Rasulullah Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam in a Hadith Qudsi (a hadith in which the Blessed Prophet s quotes Allah) said: “Indeed Allah the Almighty and Majestic says:
“O My slave! Verily, as long as you worship Me and have hope in Me, I shall forgive you for what you have done; O My slave! If you meet Me with an earthful of sins, but do not associate any partner with Me, I would grant you a forgiveness as great as the whole world.” (Musnad Ahmad)
Committing sins may make you sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed with yourself. But if you return to Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive you. There is no other door to knock
to solve our issues. None can forgive sins except Him. He calls us to the abode of peace (Paradise); He is the Almighty who hides our faults and He alone can replace our bad deeds with good deeds.
The door of repentance is always open for a person until he dies or until the sun rises from the west, whichever comes first. When something is a necessity Allah provides it in abundance like air and water. Since we are always sinful and negligent of Allah and Satan and the self are always
inciting us towards evil, therefore tau’bah is provided in abundance so we can turn back to Allah.
Allah has created a solution to every sickness even if it may be the poison of a snake. Satan and sins are a major sickness and the cure for it is in tau’bah and istighfar, crying in front of Allah with deep regret in the heart.
Whenever our tau’bah breaks we should make tau’bah again. Some people despair and think they are sinners and will go to Hellfire. Tau’bah is so powerful that it can take a person from the lowest levels of Hellfire and raise him to the highest levels of Paradise.
Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the Lord of Mercy, puts mercy in the hearts of every mother in the world by which they love and care for their children. We make mistakes but Allah overlooks our faults. Our worship and good deeds are not perfect but Allah accepts them and multiplies the reward.
Do not fall into minor sins. Minor sins leads to major sins the way a spark may start a fire and burn down a house. A believer should run away from sin as one runs away from a snake. Even a minor sin makes a true believer restless as if a mountain is above his head and is about to fall
on him and crush him.
Make a U-turn in life, wash off your slate of deeds – eliminate the bad deeds and protect your good deeds.
Method of making Tau’bah:
One should make sincere tau’bah to Allah for one's sins. The requisites of tau’bah are the following:
1. To immediately abstain from the sin.
2. To regret and wish one had never indulged in the sin.
3. To resolve to never commit the sin again.
4. If one have violated the rights of another person it is necessary to seek forgiveness from that person.
After making sincere tau’bah be confident in the acceptance of your tau’bah. Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala) is all-Merciful and all-Forgiving. He is always ready to accept the repentance of His sinful slaves. Allah says in Surah Al-e-Imran:
“And those who, when they have committed Fahishah or wronged themselves with evil, remember Allah and ask forgiveness for their sins - and none can forgive sins but Allah - And do not persist in what (wrong) they have
done, while they know.” [Al-Qur’an 3:135]
After repenting, one should try to live according to the will of Allah i.e. the Qur’an and Sunnah. This will bring the utmost peace and tranquility into one’s life.
Benefits of Tau’bah:
The Qur’an describes the story of Prophet Nuh (AS),
"I said (to them): Ask forgiveness from your Lord; Verily, He is Oft-Forgiving; He will send rain to you in abundance; And give you increase in wealth and children, and bestow on you gardens and bestow on you rivers. " [Surah Nooh ,chapter 71:10-12]
One who makes Tau’bah reestablishes his relationship with the Creator of the heavens and earth.
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Father-in-law
We have been living with my in laws for 3 years since we are married, and now we have a daughter 16 months old. I wish to move out and start my own family, but my husband is afraid to what his father would say or if his parents would be hurt. He is 30 years old. Should we still live with his
parents because his parents don't want him to move? his father is very strict and my husband always afraid of him and does not talk to him unless need be. sometimes he says he is not happy living at home.
Also he works for his fathers business for the past 8 years and when and if my husband tries to do something on his own, his father always stops him and does not let him do anything. should my husband still do what he wants to do, look for other means to earn so he can provide for our daughter and me? Should we move out even if his parents are not happy about it?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan.Ameen inshaAllah.
Islam teaches respect, sympathy and tolerance. Kind treatment of parents is a quality of the believer. The Quraan and Ahaadith are replete with rders and advices of being obedient to one's parents.
Allah states, "And worship Allah and do not ascribe any partner to Him and be favorable to parents." (Banu Israaeel).
Despite your father in law having enough property and a well balance, helping and giving to one’s parents will only increase the barakah in your life and sustenance. As long as you can afford to give financial aid to your father and still provide for your family, you should try your best
and give what you can to your father in law. InshaAllah, Allah Ta’ala will reward you for your kindness and obedience to your father in law and will only increase you in your status in this world and the hereafter.
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How to increase Faith?
Although i pray five times daily, and also have full faith in Allah, but sometimes, my faith tends to be shaken..and I (apear to) lose all my iman. can you please tell me any dua in order to strengthen my iman and be a good muslim
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us everyday. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah.
Daily reading a book of good deeds helps in this situation. You may print a chapter of Muntakhab Ahadith (http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php) and read with your family for 10 minutes together. then make Dua.
Kindly read articles on our site and listen to lectures to increase your knowledge.
Also, read Ta'leem-ul-Islam (Teachings of Islam) every chapter. Print the books and articles from our site and read togather with your family. Invite sisters from your neighbors to read these books, but do not engage in discussions or debates outside what is described in the books.
Here is an article on Taubah http://Islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php
The following articles may also help you:
Tawba & Istaghfaar – Repentance and seeking forgiveness
http://Islameasy.org/K202_Tawba.php
Cure for depression
http://Islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php
How should Every Muslim live through day and night?
http://www.Islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php
Dua from Qur'an
http://www.Islameasy.org/Dua_from_Quran.php
Salaatul Haajah:
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It is narrated by Abdullah bin Obi owfaa RA that the Messenger of Allah said "Whoever has a need from Allah, or in relation to man, he should perform wudu in a complete and beautiful way, then offer 2 rakaahs of salah. He should then praise Allah and send Salawaat (durood) upon Nabi
sallallahu alaihi wa sallam, and then say:
We learn from the Quraan and Sunnah that we should engage in Salaah for all our needs. The best time of offering optional prayers is in the last portion of the night, when the entire creation is in sleep and in a state
of neglect, this is a great time to earn the help and pleasure of Allah.
If one is unable to do this, he/she may offer Salaah at any other time,(aside from the makrooh times)
You can also recite Rabbi Zidni Ilma many times everyday.
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Obeying husband
Sister I am a very Religiouse woman… therefore I want to do what is right and what pleases allah.
My question is, both my husband and I live at my parent’s place, we lived here since we got married but now my husband is saying that he wants us to move to another state because he doesn't like my patents, and my parents
are refusing for me go. so can I follow my husband or stay with my parents?
Also can I make Salat-ul-Istikhara on this?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Sister, in your situation, you have to listen to your husband. Also you may seek help of Allah through Salaatul Haajah. Please check on the main page for the method of performing it. http://Islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah “Do not go by the book of ‘My Rights’. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.
The unfortunate part is that the husband opens the chapter of his rights and the wife opens the chapter of her rights. The parents open the chapter of their rights, and the children, of their rights. The teacher, his
rights and the pupils, their rights, and then everyone demands fulfillment of these rights.
No doubt, rights have been declared so that no person should stop short of their fulfillment, but you cannot have a peaceful society if there is just demand for rights and no fulfillment of corresponding obligations.”
(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)
You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur’an 30: 21]
Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.
Kindly review some of the advices on “Happy Marriage – Living with Peace and Harmony at Home” at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php
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Husband and in laws problem
My husband used to love me a lot, but he does not care for me anymore plz tell me any surah so that he start loving me and show alot of care? and i always givee respect to my in lwas but they dont talk to me and my husband's father teaches him alot of wrong thing, please tell me so that they all won’t interfere in my life.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Marriage is a great Sunnah and it is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic.
Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah narrated that the Rasul sallahu alaihi wasallam said, "If a women prays her five daily prayers,fasts the month of Ramadhaan, guards her chastity and obeys her husband,it will be said to her, "Enter paradise from whichever of the gates of Paradise you wish"
May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and actions. Ameen!
InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.
You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur’an 30: 21]
Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times every day.
May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!
Kindly review some of the advices on
“Happy Marriage – Living with Peace and Harmony at Home” at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php
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Dua for children
[family did not have a child for 11 years]
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Granting children is the sole decree of Allah Ta'ala. Whilst many people yearn to have children, others grieve the disobedience of their children.
Often, we regard something as bad whilst it is good in the sight of Allah. However, Allah is the greatest gifter (Wahhaab).
Recite Prophet Zakariya Alaihisalam's dua (in the Holy Quran) "Rabbi habli mil ladunka zur-riatan tayebatan innaka sameeud dua" (Surah Ale Imran) as many times as possible after each Salah, InshAllah Allah tala will grant you with pious children.
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Tahajjud prayer
how to pray tahajjud prayer?
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If the prayer is performed after one had slept then it is called Tahajjud, otherwise it is called Qiyam-al-lail.
The time of Tahajjud starts after obligatory prayer of Isha and extends till dawn. There is no specific time for this prayer so it may be performed at any time of night but the preferred time is the last third of the night.
There is no specific number of Rakahs of this night prayer.
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Mother left home with children
my sister in law left my brother and took three children with her one and half year ago. Since then my brother did everything to bring her family back.
Please make duwa for my brother and send me some duwa so i
can pray for them too.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
One should also read these duas 11 times in morning and evening:
1) Rabbi inni maghlobun fan tasir
2) Rabbi inni lima anzalta ilayya min khairin faqeer
3) Recite last two ayats of Surah Tauba seven times daily
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May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen
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Love and Marriage decision
I love my cousin, my question is that is it right or wrong according to Islam becousee he also love me and wanna marry me but no one konws this except me and him!
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
First of all, you should do istikhara to find out whether that person is right for you or not. you can pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah. This is a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a. The Dua's can be
found in Du'a books. A good Du'a book that has been translated in various languages is Al-Hisnul Haseen. The most preferred time for this prayer is the last portion of the night before the fajr prayer. But you can pray it
at other times too.
It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala bestow on us another bounty, or grant us relief from a difficulty, or a reward is
given to us in the Akhirah in place of it. Alhamdulillah,
Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not be hasty or ungrateful.
In addition, it is important to research and read books and articles on marriage so that we look for the qualities in a man that are pleasing to Allah Ta'ala. There are articles on this website too. Do read them and arm yourself with the knowledge of Deen.
May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolness of your eyes. Ameen!
Du'a for Istikhara:
http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.htm
Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php
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Salatul Hajat and istikharah
what shuld we do if we did istikharah even more then 7 tymes but still we had no dream then what to do now?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Another Salaat that we suggest is Salaatul Hajat, which Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) told the Companions to perform when they are faced with a need. One should perform ablution in the Sunnah manner and then offer two rakaat of salaah with complete devotion. After this, one
should praise Allah with the recitation of His most glorious names, then recite Durood Sharief, and then recite the following dua:
La ilaha illalLahu-Haleemul-kareem. Subhana Allahi rabi el-`arshil `azeem. Al-Hamdulilahi rabbi il-`Alameen. As'aluka mujibati rahmatika, wa `aza'ima maghfiratika, wal-`ismata min kuli dhanb, wal ghaneemata min kuli birr,
was-salamata min kuli ithm. La tada` li dhanban illa ghafartahu,wala hamman illa farajtahu, wala hajatan hiya laka ridan illa qadaytaha ya arhama ar-rahimeen.
(There is no god but Allah, the Ever-Clement, the Most Generous. I celebrate the Glory of Allah, the Lord of the Magnificent Throne. All praise and thanks are due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. I beseech You, seeking that which will draw me closer to Your mercy, and that which will
make certain for me Your Forgiveness. O Allah, grant me protection against any sin, and a share of every virtue. Do not leave me a sin withoutforgiving it, a worry without relieving me of it, or a need that meets with Your pleasure without providing for it, O Most Merciful Lord.)
After reciting the above dua, beseech Allah Ta’ala regarding one’s needs and desires.
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Baby sleepless
My nephew is 9 months mashallah. He isnt sleeping very well in the night, keep waking up every few hours screaming and crying. Was wondering if there is any surat we could read? He also seems to be ill all the time.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless his mother with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan,forgiveness, have mercy on her, elevate her status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!
May Allah Ta'ala ease the present difficulty she is experiencing with her beloved little one, ameen. Some babies are just that way and they settle down eventually. Remember, her stage in Jannah are being raised with all
the patience (sabr) and care she have for her child. Her night has been turned into day and perhaps her days have been turned into night as her sleep pattern has been disrupted. Think about why it is that Nabi
(salallaahu alayhi wassallam) mentioned that a mother has preference of honor before a father. All her sacrifices are being noted by Allah Ta'ala.
You may recite these following duas for his health:
wa yashfi sudoora qawmim-mumineen
Translation: And [God] shall heal the breast of the believers. (at-Tawba,
9:14)
Yaa ayyuhan-naasu qad ja’atkum maw`izhatum-mir rabbikum wa shifaul-limaa fis-sudoor, wa hudan wa rahmatun lil-mumineen
Translation: O Mankind, there has come to you a guidance from your Lord and a healing for (the diseases) in your hearts, and for those who believe a guidance and a mercy. (Yunus, 10:57)
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Baby Health
My baby is going for surgery straight after birth and at least 5 weeks in hospital for recovery.
Is there anything I can read to ensure good health for me and my baby and quick recovery time.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
You may recite these following duas for health:
wa yashfi sudoora qawmim-mumineen
Translation: And [God] shall heal the breast of the believers. (at-Tawba,9:14)
Yaa ayyuhan-naasu qad ja’atkum maw`izhatum-mir rabbikum wa shifaul-limaa fis-sudoor, wa hudan wa rahmatun lil-mumineen
Translation: O Mankind, there has come to you a guidance from your Lord and a healing for (the diseases) in your hearts, and for those who believe a guidance and a mercy. (Yunus, 10:57)
Please review our main page for additional Dua scripts.
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Losing love, quarrel at home
1. I don’t have any feelings for my husband and we don’t get along at all and when he calls me I get so mad and want to scream and yell, please tell me what to do I pray and pray and ask Allah to heal this problems and make me love him and live a happy life. Please sister what should i do i been married for two years and this two years been hell to us. 2. my husband said we gonna move to another state because he doesn't like my parents for some reason and I refused because I don't want to live far from my parents and plus I have a job here and I don't want to live it so is it a sin If I don't do what he says. 3. please tell me which dua wazifa i should recite to get unconditional love from my husband & to make him attracted towards me.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Marriage is a great Sunnah and it is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic. Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah narrated that the Rasul sallahu alaihi wasallam said, "If a women prays her five daily prayers,fasts the month of Ramadhaan, guards her chastity and obeys her husband,it will be said to her, "Enter paradise from whichever of the gates of Paradise you wish" May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and actions. Ameen! InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same. You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur’an 30: 21] Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times every day. May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen! Kindly review some of the advices on “Happy Marriage – Living with Peace and Harmony at Home” at our main page http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php
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Husband involved with other women
My husband is indulged in drinking and also involved with other women, and there is too much problem in our home, his behavior with children and me is not good. kindly send me some wazeefa for him.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. Due to the influence of Shaytaan, bad desires and environment outside and inside the home, sometimes a married man starts making an affair with a non-Mahram woman and may lose interest in his own wife at home. This article discusses some causes of this problem and a few suggestions for the wife to re-gain her husband’s love. At the time of concern and tension in domestic affairs, review your life pattern to see in how many ways you can improve yourselves. Protection of eyes: -------------------- This is one of the biggest concerns in the Ummah today, affecting both the young an old. The outside environment (streets, markets, workplaces, social events) and media inside homes (TV, magazines, internet) and filled with opportunities to look at non-Mahram faces. If someone does not protect the eyes and looks with lust and desires, his heart may be occupied with dozens of beautiful faces and may easily forget his own wife. Disrespect and quarrels at home: -------------------------------- Even if the wife is sincere in her heart, sometimes abusing the tongue on domestic issues may lead the husband to feel disrespected. If the wife does not treat the husband well, he may find more peace talking to strange women outside home. Usually the people outside home (for example, at the markets and social events) appear more polite, courteous and keeping a soft and sweet-tone. This is a ‘big competition’ for the spouse at home to surpass the loving and admiring attitude experienced in the outside world! Suggestions for Happy Marraige ------------------------------ Kindly review our advice on Happy Marriage – Living with Peace and Harmony at Home at http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php Manners and protection of tongue: ---------------------------------- From our elders we have learned that the best method to increase the love between the husband and the wife is to obtain great morals and etiquettes and to guard our tongue. By doing both of those, one will be able to attract your spouse into a never ending love. Please review the following article: http://islameasy.org/K213_Tongue_protection.php List of husband’s likes and dislikes: ------------------------------------- Living closely for a period of time, the wife knows the secrets of do’s and don’ts which pleases the husband. At the time of difficulty and concern, when the husband is not behaving well, extra precaution should be taken and a “selfless” attitude is needed to win his heart. Looking for rights or love? --------------------------- “Do not go by the book of ‘My Rights’. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.” (Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa) A warm-welcome of the husband: ------------------------------ When the husband enters home and looks at the wife with love and mercy and wife also looks at the husband with love and mercy, Allah looks at both of them with mercy. Entering and leaving home with Salam and Du’a keeps the Shaytaan away. The wife at home should decorate herself for the husband when he arrives home and meet with him cheerfully. On the other hand, when a woman goes out of her home (for example, for a social event), she should wear simple and modest clothing and observe complete Hijaab in front of non-Mahram. In practice, this is not followed in today’s society which opens the door of issues. Virtues of good deeds: ---------------------- Imagine a pious wife making Du’a for his husband after every Salah: May Allah make him a pious man! May Allah bless him with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! May Allah accept all his good deeds and keep Shaytaan away from him! Pray Salat-ul-Hajat and Istekhara before making important decisions. See the main page at http://islameasy.org/ Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your spouse. Increase time for Du’a, especially if you could wake up during the last part of night. Here is a startup script and examples of Dua: Dua from the Core of Heart http://islameasy.org/pdf/Duae_Walihana.pdf Munajaat-e-Maqbool http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php Environment of pious people: ---------------------------- Find a pious Shaykh near your area and encourage the husband to attend his programs with intention to acquire the love of Allah Almighty. Listen to lectures and read books on pious husband and wife. Read books of virtues (like Muntakhab Ahadith, Riyadus-Saliheen) with your family for 5-10 minutes every evening. Request the husband to bring some Islamic books of good deeds, Du’a and zikr for the family. If there is a gathering for Taleem (Islamic knowledge to increase faith and good deeds) encourage your spouse to attend. Your masjid Imam and community may help you find such programs. Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful. May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! Ameen! Recommended Readings for wife: -------------------------------- The Rights of Husband by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/the-rights-of-husband The Rights of a Husband and his Status* by Shaykh Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani *Discourses on Islamic Way of Life volume-2, Darul-Ishaat, Karachi,Pakistan (translation of Islahi Khutbaat, translated by Iqbal Hussain Ansari) Recommended Readings for Husband: ----------------------------------- The Rights of Women by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/rights-of-women
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Hijab and visiting a salon
Is it true that Muslim women can not go to the salon and get waxed by another female but they should do it themselves at home.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Yes, a Muslim woman is not allowed to show her body to another woman, except for a medical reason. Now a days you can you buy the material and do waxing at home for yourself.
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Bad dreams
I have had several different dreams … what i might be doing wrong as i feel bad
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Dreams can be interpreted but all have them are (not) meaningful. Sometimes what we see is what we did in our daily life. Another thing is that, make a habit of sleeping in the sunnah way, for example making wudhu before going to bed, sleep on your right side, keeping right palm under right cheek, recite Kalimas, Duas, Ayatul Kursi and Qul. Insha Allah everything will be fine.
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Ablution breaks
Whenever I perform ablution - at some point, It breaks - pretty quick - I redo it, and sometimes when I manage to complete it, It breaks again, and when I actually manage to complete it and start to perform Salah, It breaks, It's really frustrating and tiring, I try and I redo it again but at some point it becomes so overwhelming and unbearable but I try, I try!
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
The rule in regards to Ma’zoor (she who can't keep her wudhu), such a woman should offer her Salaah as follows:
This woman is to make wudu at the time of every Salah. As long as that Salah time remains her wudu will remain, she can read the Salah of that time and read Quran just as anyone else can. However, if apart from this problem some other matter crops up which causes her wudu to break, then
her wudu will break and will have to repeat the wudu. (Bahisti Zewar[Heavenly Ornaments] by Shaykh Ashaf Ali Thanvi -72,100)
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Mother-in-law causing problem
I would like to know Islamic teachings about mother in law? We used to reside with her but she promised lies on Holy Quran and then later admitted that it was a false promise, against my character. its been 5 months. I do not talk to her but now she is persuading my husband to let
her stay with us. I want to know that by refusing that I am not commiting a sin. I cannot live like a hypocrite and smile when deep inside I know what she thinks of me and how she treated me before. I can forgive her but I am not able to forget her behavior. She mistreated my
family always when they used to come to visit me which was only twice in one year. What can I do and What can i say to her and my husband?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Allah says in the Noble Quran (Chapter 41, Surah Fussilat):
34. "The good deed and the evil deed cannot be equal. Repel (the evil) with one which is better (i.e. Allah ordered the faithful believers to be patient at the time of anger, and to excuse those who treat them badly), then verily! he, between whom and you there was enmity, (will become) as though he was a close friend.
35. But none is granted it (the above quality) except those who are patient, and none is granted it except the owner of the great portion (of the happiness in the Hereafter i.e. Paradise and in this world of a high moral character).
36. And if an evil whisper from Shaitan (Satan) tries to turn you away (O Muhammad SAW) (from doing good, etc.), then seek refuge in Allah. Verily, He is the All-Hearer, the All-Knower."
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I understand your feelings, but let me ask you a simple question. If it would be your own mother, what would you do? Or it could be you, what response would you expect from your daughter in law? No one is perfect,everyone makes mistake. If you will forgive her and respect her, it will
not be counted as hypocrisy. On the other hand your husband will appreciate you for doing that and also Allah will be pleased with you, insha Allah.
May Allah make it easy for you Ameen.
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Daughter getting disobedient and forgetting Salah
I have an eleven year old daughter who is causing me some struggles at this moment in time. For some time I've been having doubts that she isn't praying her salat properly. I wanted to sit down and listen to her prayer however, an incident occurred whereby I found out that she has forgotten
all her salat. I had to sit down with her and go through everything all over again. She says that she forgot her salat due to a close friend of mine dying some months back, however, I don't believe this since she prays
five times a day, so how could she forget it? I understand if a person leaves it and doesn't go back to prayer for months but she stands with us (I assumed) doing her salat correctly.
On top of everything else, her attitude is horrendous. She answers back to me, arguments escalate over nothing, she shouts at me, she has no respect for myself and her other sister. She wasn't like this before and she used to be a nice person. I don't know what's gone wrong with my daughter. What should I do, both with salat and with her general attitude to her family?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
You mentioned she is eleven right? This is the time the body goes through hormonal changes. Basically, puberty is all about hormones. Puberty is a name for the time when you start to change from a child to an adult. Puberty is normal- it happens to everyone. Feeling angry is normal during puberty because of the hormonal changes.
The physical and emotional changes of puberty don't always happen together. It's possible that one could begin to mature emotionally before any physical changes happen. In other words—she could feel older but still look like a kid or she could look older, but still feel like a kid.
Adolescence can be kind of crazy because she is no longer a child, but not yet an adult.
I know that you are obliged to discipline her for her errors and also wanting her to love her Salaah, not fear it. Sister, we have to realize that we can’t expect a perfect Salaah from a child, of course she will make mistakes and we will guide her from time to time. If you want her to love her Salaah, the best thing for that is to have daily Taleem from the book “Fazaail-e-Amaal”. Insha Allah in few days you will see a change in her Salah.
[Editor's note]
Clean home environment:
Make an effort to remove any bad literature, digests, TV, pictures and movies from your home. Such things only take the Ummah to a path of immodesty and bad desires.
May Allah make her coolness of your eyes. Ameen.
Virtues of Prayers (Salah)
http://islameasy.org/pdf/Prayers_Salah.pdf
Virtues of Knowledge
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/MA_Virtues_Ilm.pdf
Virtues of the noble Qur'an
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/MA_Virtues_Quran.pdf
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Son is not learning Salah
I am in a dilemma as to how to guide my son to do his Salah properly. He has been taught his Salah from an early age and mashallah he has generally been good, but he still sometimes looses his concentration and makes careless mistakes. He has now reached the age of ten and he is still
making mistakes including even reciting Surah Fatiha and sometimes gets his position in sajdah wrong. My husband says we are obliged to discipline him for his errors, now he is ten, according to the well-known hadith, or
they will become habitual, but I do not wish to put him off his prayer. I want him to love his Salah, not fear it. If you could provide any advice on how to guide him to regular and correct Salah, I would be most grateful.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Yes, your husband is right about the fact that you are obliged to discipline him for his errors and you are right to about wanting him to love his Salah, not fear it. Sister, we have to realize that we can’t expect a perfect salaah from a child, of course he will make mistakes and
we will guide him from time to time. If you want him to love his salaah, the best thing for that is to have daily Taleem from the book “Fazaail-e-Amaal”. Insha Allah in few days you will see a change in his namaz.
May Allah SWT make him coolness of your eyes. Ameen.
Virtues of Prayers (Salah)
http://islameasy.org/pdf/Prayers_Salah.pdf
Virtues of Knowledge
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/MA_Virtues_Ilm.pdf
Virtues of the noble Qur'an
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/MA_Virtues_Quran.pdf
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Baby Name
I wanted to get some suggestions for pr baby names. We don’t know that gender..( inshallah whatever Allah decided for us). We wanted to have our baby’s names
meaning as winner, enlighten or any thing similar way. Please suggest good BOY and GIRL names so that will be easy for us.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Baarakallah, May Allah Ta'ala grant you a child that will be the coolness of your eyes. It is very important to select good, beautiful and meaningful names for one's child. Rasul sallallahu alaihi wa sallam is reported to have said, "On the Day of Qiyaamah, people will be called by their names and the names of their fathers. Therefore a good name must be selected."(Abu Dawud)
Rasulullah sallallhu alaihi wa sallam also said "Allah the exalted likes best the names Abdullah and Abdur Rahman". (Muslim)
It is also desirable to keep the names of Prophets (AS), companions of the prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) or pious scholars.
There are many resources that you may use to select a good and beautiful name for your child. One resource for Islamic names is
http://www.islameasy.org/islamic-names.php
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Dua to get married
is there any dua or amal that i could recite to get married to the person i love? the only thing we are having problem to get married is we are really far from each other.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
You should do Istikhara to find out whether that person is right for you or not. You can pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah. This is a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a.
The most preferred time for this prayer is the last portion of the night before the fajr prayer. But you can pray it at other times too.
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It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed on us another bounty, or granted us relief from a difficulty, or a reward is given to us in the Akhirah in place of it. Alhamdulillah,
Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not be hasty or ungrateful.
In addition, it is important to research and read books and articles on marriage so that we look for the qualities in a man that are pleasing to Allah Ta'ala. There are articles on this website too. Do read them and acquire the knowledge of Deen.
May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolness of your eyes. Ameen!
To have one's wishes accepted, one may seek the help of Allah through Salaatul Haajah. Please check on the main page for the method of
performing it. http://Islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
We would advise you not to be hasty in expecting your du'as or wishes to be fulfilled. Things happen according to the wish of Allah. If a prayer is delayed in being answered, then that is what is best for us at the time.
If it is not answered in this world, then it is kept for the Aakhirah, where its rewards will benefit us. And Allah knows best.
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Dua for Eczema
My sister is asthmatic & now for a few years she is having Eczema. It gets worse whenever the season changes. Is there any Dua or Wazeefa that could be done to solve her problem?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
1) Please check the home page of our website for detailed procedure on salaatul Haajat. Allah is the only one who could make the impossible, possible. You should turn to Allah and ask him for all your needs.
2) You may recite these following duas for your health:
wa yashfi sudoora qawmim-mumineen
Translation: And [God] shall heal the breast of the believers. (at-Tawba,9:14)
Yaa ayyuhan-naasu qad ja’atkum maw`izhatum-mir rabbikum wa shifaul-limaa fis-sudoor, wa hudan wa rahmatun lil-mumineen
Translation: O Mankind, there has come to you a guidance from your Lord and a healing for (the diseases) in your hearts, and for those who believe a guidance and a mercy. (Yunus, 10:57)
And Allah knows best.
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Wrinkles on face
wrinkles and lines making me feel older than my Age. Im not yet Married. Give me a Wazifa to remove those Winkles & lines on my Face.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan,forgiveness, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!
1) Please check the home page of our website for detailed procedure on salaatul Haajat. Allah is the only one who could make the impossible, possible. You should turn to Allah and ask him for all your needs.
2) You may recite these following verses of Quran 100 times after Isha accompanying with durood shareef:
"Laqad Khalaqnal Insana fee Ahsani Taqweem" (Surah Teen, Verse 3) and
"..Anni Mughlobun Fantasir" (Surah Qamar, verse10)
Then make dua.
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Fasting and breastfeeding baby
i have a 2 month old baby and am breastfeeding do i need to fast in ramadan?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
[The following is based on a translation from Bahishti Zewar[Heavenly Ornaments] by Shaykh Ashraf Ali Thanvi]
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"A pregnant or breastfeeding woman is permitted not to fast if she fears for the life of her child or her own life. She must make Qada of the missed fasts at a later date. However, if her husband is wealthy and he can afford to pay a wet nurse to breast-feed his child, it will not be permissible for her to miss out any fast on account of breastfeeding. However, the child is such that he refuses to drink to milk of anyone other than his mother's, it will be permissible for the woman not to fast on account of breastfeeding."
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The sister may ask her physician about health issues and consult with a Mufti for fatwa when in doubt.
And if she skips the fast in Ramadan, she will have to fast equal number of days later as Qada when appropriate.
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New to Islam and serving Parents
I had a question about converting to Islam. I believe and it is in Islam that you should respect your parents, however if one was to convert to Islam is it not a sin
that you have gone against your parents wishes? Some parents can disagree yet accept, whereas others may disown. I would appreciate it if you could send me some
information about this because I'm very confused.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Thank you very much for your question on respecting parents while observing Islam.
Islam is a religion of Mercy, Peace and Blessing. Its teachings emphasize kind heartedness, help, sympathy, forgiveness, sacrifice, love and care. If we understand it correctly, we will wish it for everyone, including our family and fellow human beings.
Kindly review this article http://islameasy.org/K_Islam_Mercy.php
Observing Islam and achieving salvation in the eternal life hereafter is an individual’s choice – a personal matter.
A Muslim has true love and obedience of Allah Almighty. Since Allah commands good treatment of parents and fellow human beings, A Muslim is also kind to them, for the sake of Allah’s pleasure. There are limits to obedience for anyone if that comes against our obedience to Allah, who is the Creator of everyone! These two aspects are not contradictory, so there should be no confusion.
Why do you think practicing Islam is disrespect to parents or Non-Muslims?
In the life hereafter, no one will be able to save other person. Everyone is responsible for her own faith and actions. Practicing Islam is not a sin even if one has gone against her parents’ wishes.
You will find it truly amazing that the answer comes direct from God, in the Holy Qur’an, Chapter 31, Verses 14-15
14. And We have enjoined on man (to be dutiful and good) to his parents. His mother bore him in weakness and hardship upon weakness and hardship, and his weaning is in two years - give thanks to Me and to your parents, unto Me is the final destination.
15. But if they (both) strive with you to make you join in worship with Me others that of which you have no knowledge, then obey them not, but behave with them in the world kindly, and follow the path of him who turns to Me in repentance and in obedience. Then to Me will be your return, and I shall tell you what you used to do.
Islam teaches respect, sympathy and tolerance. Kind treatment of parents is a quality of the believer. The Quraan and Ahaadith are replete with orders and advices of being obedient to one's parents.
Allah states, "And worship Allah and do not ascribe any partner to Him and be favorable to parents." (Banu Israaeel).
The Prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, "Paradise lies under the feet of the mothers."
It is clear from the above quotations that one should respect their parents and be favorable to them. The ruling is general. It includes parents who are Muslims as well as non-Muslims. Asma (Radhiallaahu Anha) states that her mother was a non-Muslim and came to visit her, she enquired from the Prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) if she can enjoin ties with her non-Muslim mother. The Prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) replied, "Yes". (Bukhari vol.2)
Maintaining ties with non-Muslim parents or relatives presents one with an ideal situation to convey the etiquettes of Islam in a practical way.
It is also important to point out that in dealing with non-Muslim parents or relatives, one must not compromise in one's Islamic values and principles. It is incorrect to obey anyone against the orders of Allah.
Finally, there is no compulsion in religion. Islam is the continuation of the same original message brought by all previous prophets.
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Colorful outer-garment
1. Is there a problem with colors (not transparent) such as baby blue, pink, red, tan, yellow as a overgarment?
2. I have red many hadiths about colors such as orange, green but some sisters in the Ummah have made negative comments about such colors?
3. Am I wrong for wanting to wear colors now instead of Black
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen! The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!
Veil is legitimately defined as the dress that covers the whole body of the woman including her head, face, hands and feet. It should be long,loose and plain not defining her shape. Veil has been prescribed for women to block the road to sin. In short, veiling is a source of covering the
face, hands, feet and other parts of the body. Allah Ta’ala states, ‘And they should draw their veils over their bosoms.’ (24:31)
‘O Prophet! Tell your wives and your daughters and the women of the believers to draw their cloaks (veils) all over their bodies (except eyes to see the way). That will be better, that they should be known (as free
respectable women) so as not to be annoyed.’ (33:59)
The purpose of veiling is to safeguard woman from the biased looks of men and to provide her a pure atmosphere at home so that she can perform her household duties properly and contribute to improve the whole society as Allah states, ‘And stay in your houses, and do not display yourselves like that of the former times of ignorance.’ (33:33)
Woman is Allah’s beautiful creation. On one hand, she satisfies her husband’s desires and on the other hand, she plays a significant role in the growth of the human generations. No doubt, a woman has a great attraction for a man. Due to this attraction, it is feared he will indulge in sins. Therefore, Allah has forbidden man strictly from fornication and adultery. He has also forbidden woman from exhibiting her charm.
Generally, the veiling covers the whole body including head, face, hair, bosom, hands and feet. But in the absence of men it is permissible for woman to uncover her face as narrated by Aaisha [Radhiallaahu anha], ‘Some riders passed by us while we were with Allah’s Messenger [Sallallaahu
Alayhi Wasallam] in the state of ritual consecration. When they came face to face, one of us let down her cloak (veil) from her head on her face and when they preceded us, we uncovered it.’ (Abu Dawud)
The veiling system contains a number of advantages particularly in a society where the rape, molestation and disrespect of woman are very common. Some of them are listed below:
1. Veiling is a protection for Muslim woman against the behavior of the wicked;
2. It is an identity of the Muslim that distinguishes her;
3. It gives her an honored position in the society;
4. It acts as a barrier between men and women to keep them away from sins;
5. It is a means for observing chastity of woman;
6. It awakens the fear of Allah in the heart of man and woman and saves
them from falling in the abyss of evil;
7. It teaches man to respect the veiled woman, provide her protection from the curious persons and ensure the uplift of the high morals and social values in the society.
Since color brings beauty to the Jilbab, therefore elders always prefer black-color for Jilbab.
[Editor's note]:
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In Islam, a sister is regarded as a treasure, preserving her modesty and chastity. Allah likes those who can control their desires and do not go close to any sin.
Kindly read the Hijab book and send the link to every sister you know. This is the best way to protect the purity of sisters.
http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php
How observing Hijab brings piety and purity in society? How leaving Hijab leads to sins and shamelessness? A must-read for every Muslim home. A definitive guide which present the Quranic verses and hadith on the
subject, along with the opinions of scholars who are closest to the path of righteousness, so that those seeking the life of piety may find guidance. This book is for Muslim sisters who ask: "What is the proper and best way I can practice hijab, as it was practiced by the Prophet's
community?"
Kindly review this article:
Status of Woman in Islam http://www.islameasy.org/K225_WomenInIslam.php
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Hijab and gloves
I have been studying the daleels for niqaab and have come to the conclusion that niqaab is fard, so I have come to the decision that I really want to start wearing it as soon as possible - though I feel that I must inform my husband of my decision first, insha'allah, and am a little
nervous about this. But my question relates to the wearing of gloves - is this fard also, or wajib? I have seen many (most?) sisters wearing niqaab around where I live wearing gloves and would like to know what the correct ruling is on this matter.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen! The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!
You have asked a question which is a very important part of our lives as Muslim women. We will try to answer it as simply as possible, Insha-Allah.
Allah says in Surah Ahzaab, verse 59 "Oh Prophet! tell your wives and daughters and the believing women, that they should cast their outer garments (Jalaabeeb) over them, that is likelier that they be known and not harmed/annoyed......"
In order to understand a word in any language, we have to ask the experts of that language. The root word of "jalaabeeb" is "jalbab", which is used for things which cover completely.
Example: the darkness of night. When the darkness of night comes, there is no corner left which is bright, everything becomes covered in darkness. In the same way, jalbab is the garment that covers a woman from head to toe, with nothing left open. (Lisanul Arab,V 1 - Al muhalla V 3).
We will now quote the sahaaba (R.A) who have explained the jalbab to us so clearly, that theres no room for confusion anymore. Ibne Abaas (R.A.) says under the explanation of the above verse "Allah commanded Muslim women to pull this sheet on top of them, to cover their bodies, except one eye,
when it is necessary for them to come out of their homes."
Imam Mohammed ibn Seereen says," I asked Ubaidullah Salmani RA the meaning of this verse and how the jalbab was used, he demonstrated it to me, by pulling a sheet of cloth over his head to cover his body, leaving only one eye uncovered."
It should be remembered that the sahaaba/ companions of the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam were the ones who witnessed the Qur'an being revealed, they witnessed how the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam practiced on the verses revealed, who can give us better insight into following the Qur'an than the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam and his
sahaaba?
And what about the wives of the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam who are our role-models, how did they follow the verses of Quran? Aisha (R.A.) was the wife of Nabi Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam. Once, she was left behind by the caravan while returning from a journey. When she realized this, she thought it best to remain exactly where she was, the prophet Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam will soon realize she is not with them and come back for her. A few miles behind this caravan was a sahaabi, Safwan bin Mu'atal (R.A.), his job was to travel behind the caravan and pick up anything left behind. As he came closer, he noticed someone sleeping, when he realized it was Aisha (R.A.)
he said loudly, innaa lilaahi wa innaa ilayhi raajioon, upon hearing his voice, Aisha (R.A.) says I got up from my sleep and immediately covered my face with my shawl. Safwan RA recognized her because he had seen her before the verses of hijaab were revealed. But since the verses had been
revealed, she now covered her face.
Alhamdolilaah, all praise is due to Allah, who has made Islam so perfect and just, that there is no difference between how we practice on it and how the wives of a prophet practiced on it. There is no different rulings
for different people. Every Muslim/ Muslimah is the same, the only difference is in taq'wa.
There are so many Aayaat and Ahaadith on this subject, that books have been written in great detail on it. We would like to end by saying that if covering the face was not necessary, just an option for women to choose from, then the other aayaat of hijaab wouldn't make sense. For example:
1. If women were free to uncover the face, why does Allah ask the men and women not to look at each other and lower their gazes. (Surah Noor)?
How will we follow this command of Allah? If covering the face is not necessary, then neither should lowering the gaze.
2. If it was permissible to uncover the face, then why do we need permission before entering someone's home?
"Oh you who believe! enter not houses other than your own, until you have asked permission...." (Surah Noor)
This aayah is guarding the females of the home so that they are not looked upon by strange men.
3. Allah commands the women "... and make not a dazzling display (of yourselves), like the former times of ignorance...." (Surah Ahzaab) and also "...And tell the believing women that they lower their gaze and guard
their modesty and not display their beauty....." (Surah Noor).
Is the face not part of the beauty of a woman? In fact, it is a focal point of her beauty. I came across a survey last year which was conducted amongst the men. They were asked as to which parts of a female would first get their attention? 80% of them replied her face, eyes and lips would
attract them first, followed by her body.
4. Why would Allah command the men to ask for any need from behind a curtain? (Surah Ahzaab)
If a woman can uncover her face then why not just ask her face to face?
5. If a woman's face is showing then a man would not be captured by her voice on first impulse. But when a woman's face and body are concealed, Allah has further commanded her not to be complacent/sweet in her speech with the males. (Surah Ahzaab)
Allah has made all these rules for the betterment of mankind, not to make us upset or miserable. Parents make rules and regulations in their homes because of the love they have for their children. If someone says that a
mother disciplines her child because of hatred or misery, we would say that its absurd. Similiarly, Allah knows what is best for us while our knowledge is limited. Our success lies in following the Quran and the Sunnah of our Rasool Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam.
We hope that this answers your question. For further detailed reading we would recommend the book "HIJAB"
(http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php) by Dr. Mohammed Ismail Memon Madani. There isn't any aspec
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Skin problem
a.I have skin problem. I am so upset and depressed due to this. Please tell me any dua or wazifa.
b. I suffer from skin allergic problem. I have read about the answers and it is quite motivating, in fact my skin is quite dark and given I have got allergic problem my eye burns sometime .. i feel like crying, I am going to get married soon, i believe a lot in Allah and his Rasul salllahu Alahi wa sallam and have faith in them and know there is a solution to every problem and whenever I have
problem I resort to dua or tasbeeh and my problem vanishes, that is why I wanted to know if there is any kind of dua or wazeefa to lighten skin color to be fairer?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen! The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!
1) Please check the home page of our website for detailed procedure on salaatul Haajat. Allah is the only one who could make the impossible,possible. You should turn to Allah and ask him for all your needs.
2) You may recite these following verses of Quran 100 times after Isha accompanying with durood shareef:
"Laqad Khalaqnal Insana fee Ahsani Taqweem" (Surah Teen, Verse 3) and
"..Anni Mughlobun Fantasir" (Surah Qamar, verse10)
Then make dua.
And Allah knows best.
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Texting the man
I've never had a boyfriend and dont ever want one, but now I'm old enough to get married and really want to get married, I'm really religious and my parents, family cousins and family friends are not, so if my parents choose
for me, he won’t be religious. I really want to marry a pious and bearded guy. I've seen someone at my college and he's looks really religious, he never looks up if there are girls around and also has a beard, I've heard
really good things about him too. The thing is, he doesn’t know me...so would it be wrong if I got his number from a friend who is in his classes and start texting him? Is it haram to text a guy? I only want us to know each other then we can get married.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity…. Ameen! The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!
Respected sister, put your hope, trust and faith in Allah Ta'ala. Instead of contacting this man, you should do salatul hajaat and make dua for yourself. It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become
despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed on us another bounty (or even a better person), or granted us relief from a difficulty, or a reward is given to us in the Akhirah in place of it.
Alhamdulillah, Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not be hasty or ungrateful.
May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolness of your eyes. Ameen!
[Editor's note]:
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In Islam, a sister is regarded as a treasure, preserving her modesty and chastity. Allah likes those who can control their desires and do not go close to any sin.
Kindly read the Hijab book and share with your sisters.
This is the best way to protect the purity of sisters. http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php
How observing Hijab brings piety and purity in society? How leaving Hijab leads to sins and shamelessness? A
must-read for every Muslim home. A definitive guide which present the Quranic verses and hadith on the subject,
along with the opinions of scholars who are closest to the path of righteousness, so that those seeking the life of piety may find guidance. This book is for Muslim sisters who ask:
"What is the proper and best way I can practice hijab, as it was practiced by the Prophet's community?"
Kindly review this article:
Status of Woman in Islam http://www.islameasy.org/K225_WomenInIslam.php
And Allah knows best.
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Zakat
I have gold where zakat is due, i m just a house wife i dont do any kind of job but my husband is doing a job and he earns money all i want to know that is the zakat of gold will be given by my husband or me, i dont earn money i m just a house wife, so whats the procedure of zakat can my husband give the zakat or i have to give if i have to give the zakat then how can i give the zakat?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Zakat is fard on you and you have to pay it. If you don't have money then you cant take out that much amount of gold and give as a zakat.
Please keep it in your mind that you are not supposed to force your husband to pay on your behalf, however if he wishes to do so, on his own, then it is ok.
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Husband hurts
I want to have another baby but my husband denies my request and hurts me… and my husband also involve in another girls, so what can i do plz reply soon and pray for me
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Marriage is a great Sunnah and it is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic.
Ask yourself the reason of your husband's mistrust. Is this his personality? If so, resort to patience, Salaah and Du'a. In most cases, this is because of his lack of confidence, therefore always reassure him of your love for him. If your husband does not trust you because of a previous error, then seek to regain his love and confidence by displaying your love for him, regret (on the mistake), and make commitment to the marriage. Be ever cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused the problem. Insha Allah, with patience, Du'a and effort your husband will come to trust you.
Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah narrated that the Rasul sallahu alaihi wasallam said, "If a women prays her five daily prayers,fasts the month of Ramadhaan, guards her chastity and obeys her husband,it will be said to her, "Enter paradise from whichever of the gates of Paradise you wish"
May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and actions. Ameen!
InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.
You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur’an 30: 21]
Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.
May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!
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Husband talking to other woman
My husband likes talking a lot on the phone with a non-muslim woman, whom i believe is divorced. He talks about her even in deep sleep. I said nothing to him, but this is spoiling my health and my trust in him is fading away. Please tell me a dua that I may read to stop my husband and protect my married life.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony!
Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. Due to the influence of Shaytaan, bad desires and environment outside and inside the home, sometimes a married man starts making an affair with a non-Mahram
woman and may lose interest in his own wife at home. This article discusses some causes of this problem and a few suggestions for the wife to re-gain her husband’s love.
At the time of concern and tension in domestic affairs, review your life pattern to see in how many ways you can improve yourselves.
Protection of eyes:
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This is one of the biggest concerns in the Ummah today, affecting both the young an old. The outside environment (streets, markets, workplaces, social events) and media inside homes (TV, magazines, internet) and filled
with opportunities to look at non-Mahram faces. If someone does not protect the eyes and looks with lust and desires, his heart may be occupied with dozens of beautiful faces and may easily forget his own wife.
Disrespect and quarrels at home:
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Even if the wife is sincere in her heart, sometimes abusing the tongue on domestic issues may lead the husband to feel disrespected. If the wife does not treat the husband well, he may find more peace talking to strange women outside home. Usually the people outside home (for example, at the
markets and social events) appear more polite, courteous and keeping a soft and sweet-tone. This is a ‘big competition’ for the spouse at home to surpass the loving and admiring attitude experienced in the outside world!
Suggestions for Happy Marraige
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Kindly review our advice on Happy Marriage – Living with Peace and Harmony at Home at http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php
Manners and protection of tongue:
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From our elders we have learned that the best method to increase the love between the husband and the wife is to obtain great morals and etiquettes and to guard our tongue. By doing both of those, one will be able to attract your spouse into a never ending love. Please review the following
article:
http://islameasy.org/K213_Tongue_protection.php
List of husband’s likes and dislikes:
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Living closely for a period of time, the wife knows the secrets of do’s and don’ts which pleases the husband. At the time of difficulty and concern, when the husband is not behaving well, extra precaution should be taken and a “selfless” attitude is needed to win his heart.
Looking for rights or love?
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“Do not go by the book of ‘My Rights’. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she
goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.”
(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)
A warm-welcome of the husband:
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When the husband enters home and looks at the wife with love and mercy and wife also looks at the husband with love and mercy, Allah looks at both of them with mercy.
Entering and leaving home with Salam and Du’a keeps the Shaytaan away.
The wife at home should decorate herself for the husband when he arrives home and meet with him cheerfully. On the other hand, when a woman goes out of her home (for example, for a social event), she should wear simple and modest clothing and observe complete Hijaab in front of non-Mahram. In practice, this is not followed in today’s society which opens the door of issues.
Virtues of good deeds:
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Imagine a pious wife making Du’a for his husband after every Salah: May Allah make him a pious man! May Allah bless him with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! May Allah accept all his good deeds and keep Shaytaan away from
him!
Pray Salat-ul-Hajat and Istekhara before making important decisions. See the main page at http://islameasy.org/
Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your spouse.
Increase time for Du’a, especially if you could wake up during the last part of night. Here is a startup script and examples of Dua:
Dua from the Core of Heart http://islameasy.org/pdf/Duae_Walihana.pdf
Munajaat-e-Maqbool http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php
Environment of pious people:
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Find a pious Shaykh near your area and encourage the husband to attend his programs with intention to acquire the love of Allah Almighty. Listen to lectures and read books on pious husband and wife.
Read books of virtues (like Muntakhab Ahadith, Riyadus-Saliheen) with your family for 5-10 minutes every evening.
Request the husband to bring some Islamic books of good deeds, Du’a and zikr for the family.
If there is a gathering for Taleem (Islamic knowledge to increase faith and good deeds) encourage your spouse to attend. Your masjid Imam and community may help you find such programs.
Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful.
May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! Ameen!
Recommended Readings for wife:
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The Rights of Husband by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar
http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/the-rights-of-husband
The Rights of a Husband and his Status* by Shaykh Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani
*Discourses on Islamic Way of Life volume-2, Darul-Ishaat, Karachi,Pakistan (translation of Islahi Khutbaat, translated by Iqbal Hussain Ansari)
Recommended Readings for Husband:
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The Rights of Women by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar
http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/rights-of-women
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Too many Marriage proposals – Dua to stop
I want to marry a guy we both like each other our parents met but they didnt like families and rejected, we are both mature and doing jobs , we arent in very young age so that we cant accept any life partner just chosen by parents, now problem is I have many proposals, and i cant reject them without any reason because they are good i want dua so that proposals stop to come for me i really dont want to get married to anyone else, i am not in mental state to accept any other guy, kindly tell me dua so that both of out parents agree for this proposal.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
You should do Istikhara to find out whether that person is right for you or not. You can pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah.
This is a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a.
The most preferred time for this prayer is the last portion of the night before the fajr prayer. But you can pray it at other times too.
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It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed on us another bounty, or granted us relief from a difficulty, or
a reward is given to us in the Akhirah in place of it. Alhamdulillah, Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not be hasty or ungrateful.
In addition, it is important to research and read books and articles on marriage so that we look for the qualities in a man that are pleasing to Allah Ta'ala. There are articles on this website too. Do read them and acquire the knowledge of Deen.
May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolness of your eyes. Ameen!
Cure for depression
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Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.Islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php
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Fajr Salah for Women
1. can we read fajar beginning times and then go to sleep.
2. I pass wind often and have to hold it all the time. how can i fix this?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
1) Yes, it is allowed.
2) The rule in regards to Ma’zoor (she who can't keep her wudhu), such a woman should offer her Salaah as follows:
This woman is to make wudu at the time of every Salah. As long as that Salah time remains her wudu will remain, she can read the Salah of that time and read Quran just as anyone else can. However, if apart from this problem some other matter crops up which causes her wudu to break, then
her wudu will break and will have to repeat the wudu. (Bahisti Zewar [Heavenly Ornaments] by Shaykh Ashraf Ali Thanvi -72,100)
We hope we have removed all doubts. Please do not hesitate to ask further questions.
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Lazy in morning
MY FRIEND is MARRIED HAVING 2 CHILDREN. SHE IS HAVING A PROBLEM WE CANNOT UNTERSTAND WHIT IS IT?
SHE WANTED TO WAKE UP AND WORK MORNINGS BUT UNABLE TO DO ANYTHING SHE FEEL NO FORCE TO DO ANTHING AND SOMETHING HAPPENING TO HER BODY. THEN SHE GO TO SLEEP AND NOT WAKING UP.
WE TOOK HER TO DOCTORS AND TOOK HER TO READING QUARAN. NOTHING WORK OUT. PLS HELP ME WHAT TO DO.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Sometimes due to illnesses and other health problem, a person tends to lack of on their religious duties. One should remind herself of the importance of Salah in Islam and what status it has.
Abu Zar RadiyAllahu `anhu narrates that once the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam came out of his house. It was autumn and the leaves were falling off the trees. He caught a branch of a tree and its leaves began to drop in large number. At this he remarked, 'O, Abu Zar! when a Muslim
offers his salat to please Allah, his sins are shed away from him just as these leaves are falling off this tree. (Ahmad)
Abu Huraira RadiyAllahu `anhu narrates that once the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam asked his companions, 'Do you think that dirt can remain
on a person bathing 5 times a day in a brook running in front of his door?' 'No', replied the companions, 'No dirt can remain on his body.' The Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam remarked: 'So, exactly similar is the effect of salat offered 5 times a day. With the Grace of Allah, it
washes away all the sins'.(Bukhari, Muslim)
Ask her to perform Salatul Hajaat and make dua for herself. also she may have to motivate herself to do something. You have to make her realize the fact that if she tries hard, Insha Allah, she will be able to have a normal life.
May Allah make it easy for her. Ameen
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Babies make mother sleepless
1. I have twin babies and since birth they don’t have proper sleep at night, and because of this i am finding very difficult so i wanted to ask is there and dua or supplication to make them sleep?
2. I feel that i am not able to make my husband happy, can u please tell me how to make my husband happy?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen! The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!
1. May Allah Ta'ala ease the present difficulty you are experiencing with your beloved little ones, ameen. Sister, please do not feel guilty because your baby does not sleep for long periods of time. It is not your fault nor are you being punished by Allah Ta'ala. Some babies are just that way and they settle down eventually. Remember, your stages in Jannah are being raised with all the patience (sabr) and care you have for your child. Your night has been turned into day and perhaps your days have been turned into night as your sleep pattern has been disrupted. Think about why it is that Nabi (salallaahu alayhi wassallam) mentioned that a mother has preference of honor before a father. All your sacrifices are being noted by Allah Ta'ala and you are a very special woman indeed.
2.
Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah.
“Do not go by the book of ‘My Rights’. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of
others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.
The unfortunate part is that the husband opens the chapter of his rights and the wife opens the chapter of her rights. The parents open the chapter of their rights, and the children, of their rights. The teacher, his rights and the pupils, their rights, and then everyone demands fulfillment
of these rights.
No doubt, rights have been declared so that no person should stop short of their fulfillment, but you cannot have a peaceful society if there is just demand for rights and no fulfillment of corresponding obligations.”
(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)
Ask yourself the reason of your spouse's mistrust. You should always reassure your spouse of your love. If this is due to a mistake in the past, then seek to regain the love and confidence by displaying your love, regret (on the mistake), and make commitment to the marriage. Be ever
cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused the problem.
InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.
You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur’an 30: 21]
Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.
May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!
Kindly review some of the advices on
“Happy Marriage – Living with Peaceand Harmony at Home” at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php
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Parent sending daughter to work with non-Mahram
Nowadays we see that Muslim women are being urged to work even if it involves working with non-mahram men. Is this earning considered Halaal or should it be considered Haraam as it is earned doing a sin according to Islam? What should be told to those parents who ask or force their daughters to work under such conditions?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity, Ameen! The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!
We should keep in mind that Allah, through his infinite mercy, has not placed any financial responsibilities on a female, whether a mother,daughter or wife. Financial responsibilities are on the males, as a husband, father or son.
However Islam has not stopped a female from having an income. If you have a talent in, example: cooking and baking, dressmaking, or looking after children, you could earn an income in the relaxed atmosphere of your home.
In the States many Muslim women are working from home and they earn a substantial income, which is all their own. Even after having a good income, Islam does not ask them to spend on anyone.
The example of Ummul momineen Khadeeja (R.A) comes to mind. She inherited the business of her father and having no males to look after it, she did so herself. She had people working for her and, in fact, this is how she heard about the Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihi wa sallam)and struck by his honesty and integrity, she sent a proposal to him!
As Muslims, we are very fortunate to be the followers of such Deen which is complete and comprehensive. In our daily lives we ought to be cautious of how we interact and socialize with people, but there are certain rules
which must be followed strictly in order to repel any attacks of Shaitaan. When Allah forbids a Muslim from doing something it is often to stop other sins that may result from this sin.
Though sitting with ghair-mahrams (those whom one can marry) may seem like an action with no shame, no thought of sin, but in reality, it is such small actions that may lead to larger sins such as zina (fornication). In a Hadith, Prophet Muhammad Sallalaho Alaihi Wasalam said, "when two
non-mahrams sit together, the third is shaitaan between them."
[Sunan al-Tirmidhiy (Hadith 2165), verified authentic by Imaam al-Tirmidhiy.]
Lastly, I would like to mention that she could talk about her concerns to parents and communicate with them. Tell them about her concern and take their suggestions as well.
[Editor's note]:
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In Islam, a sister is regarded as a treasure, preserving her modesty and chastity. Allah likes those who can control their desires and do not go close to any sin.
Kindly read the Hijab book and share with your sisters.
This is the best way to protect the purity of sisters. http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php
How observing Hijab brings piety and purity in society? How leaving Hijab leads to sins and shamelessness? A must-read for every Muslim home. A definitive guide which present the Quranic verses and hadith on the subject, along with the opinions of scholars who are closest to the path
of righteousness, so that those seeking the life of piety may find guidance. This book is for Muslim sisters who ask: "What is the proper and best way I can practice hijab, as it was practiced by the Prophet's community?"
Kindly review this article:
Status of Woman in Islam http://www.islameasy.org/K225_WomenInIslam.php
May Allah guide us to the right path, Aameen!
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Supporting husband
I am married for 7 months now and my husband cannot find a job since we met. He is doing the best he can to support me financially. Since i have my masters, I am willing to work part time and support him with his responsibilities, does Islam permit for a woman to financially support her
husband? Should i stop the relationship because i might make more money than him? please help me
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Masha Allah it is commendable to note that you have the wish to serve your family and see to their needs. As a wife, you can be a great support to him emotionally.
We should keep in mind that Allah, through his infinite mercy, has not placed any financial responsibilities on a female, whether a mother, daughter or wife. Financial responsibilities are on the males, as a husband, father or son.
However Islam has not stopped a female from having an income. If you have a talent in, example: cooking and baking, dressmaking, or looking after children, you could earn an income in the relaxed atmosphere of your home.
In the States many Muslim women are working from home and they earn a substantial income, which is all their own. Even after having a good income, Islam does not ask them to spend on anyone.
The example of Ummul momineen Khadeeja (R.A) comes to mind. She inherited the business of her father and having no males to look after it, she did so herself. She had people working for her and, in fact, this is how she heard about the Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihi wa sallam) and struck by his honesty and integrity, she sent a proposal to him!
Lastly, I would like to mention that you could talk about your concerns to your husband and communicate with him. Tell him about your concern for him and take his suggestions as well. Maybe his kind words and support will
remove your stress and make you feel better.
[Editor's note]:
In Islam, a sister is regarded as a treasure, preserving her modesty and chastity. Allah likes those who can control their desires and do not go close to any sin.
Kindly read the Hijab book and share with your sisters.
This is the best way to protect the purity of sisters. http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php
Kindly review this article:
Status of Woman in Islam http://www.islameasy.org/K225_WomenInIslam.php
May Allah guide us to the good, Aameen!
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Ayat-e-Shifa (dua for Health)
Request for Dua to overcome an illness
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
You may recite these following duas for your health:
wa yashfi sudoora qawmim-mumineen
Translation: And [God] shall heal the breast of the believers. (at-Tawba, 9:14)
Yaa ayyuhan-naasu qad ja’atkum maw`izhatum-mir rabbikum wa shifaul-limaa fis-sudoor, wa hudan wa rahmatun lil-mumineen
Translation: O Mankind, there has come to you a guidance from your Lord and a healing for (the diseases) in your hearts, and for those who believe a guidance and a mercy. (Yunus, 10:57)
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miscarriage
i would like to know whether the bleeding in a miscarriage is for forty days?
i recently had a miscarriage and feels depressed do give me some duas or wazifas to overcome the loss.
I am depressed since my husband watching porn movies, help me to make him follow islam,
i would like to conceive again do help me with duas prayers and wazifas to be read
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Inni lillahi wa inna ilaihi rajioon, we are sorry about your loss. May Allah give you better reward in the hereafter, Ameen.
1. For the miscarriage, if it is after 3 months of pregnancy (the body hasformed) then if will be counted as nifaas, that is, maximum of 40 days.
If miscarriage is before 3 months of pregnancy, then either it will be counted as haiz (menstruation) or Istihaza. If it is during your regular menstruation date, then it will be haiz, otherwise istihaza.
2. May Allah remove all your difficulties and grant you ease, barakah and contentment, Ameen. Please visit http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php
for the depression question.
Please review the answer to the following question on our QA page:
“Husband talking to other woman”
3. The following dua can be read in order to ask Allah Ta’ala to bestow upon you an obedient and pious child:
"Rabbana hab lana min azwajina wa dhuriyyatina qurrata A'yunin waj'alna lil-muttaqina imama."
"Our Lord! grant us in our spouses and offspring the joy of our eyes and make us heads of the God-fearing." (Surah 25: Ayah74)
May Allah make it easy for you. Ameen
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Witr and adhkaar
1. what is dua-e-qunoot
2. what is adhkaar
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Dua-e-qunoot is dua is to be read in 3rd Rakaat of witr. This is proved from authentic Ahadeeth and is wajib to read.
Adhkar is a plural of zikr and zikr means remembrance of Allah . The first part of kalima-e-shahadah "Laa ilaaha illallh" can be repeated over and over as a form of zikr. The name "Allah" by itself can also be used. On a
misbaha (rosary) one can recite "Alhamdulillah" 100 times "Subhan Allah" 100 times and "Allahu akbar" 100 times. Some people memorize Asma ul Husna (99
names Of Allah ) and recite them as a form of zikr.
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Dua to be accepted
I am a grade 12 student and soon getting married over the summer. From the past 4 years i have been asking something which i know i lack, to be granted to me that can complete my feminine character, but i haven't gotten a response. i have tried allot to work for what i want but i still get no
results. i am willing to be a wali of Allah to get this desire of mine miraculously, but the time that i have left in my hands is not enough to study further my religion to the extent of that of an Alimah then become one and then get that miracle, it takes years. i have only 2-3
months left in my hands and i urgently need that. if i knew that direct miracles from Allah can be asked by a Wali of Allah then in those four years of my highschool i would've taken Alimah programs but i am in a state where i really need that quick response to my dua.
i don't chat with opposite gender, i have been wearing hijab and abaya all my life, i do have enough knowledge of my religion but not enough to be called a scholar or Alimah, i don't eat unlawful or drink or dress unlawful. i try to pray all 5 prayers {fajr is hard} otherwise i am very prompt in salah and i have been patiently waiting for this dua for 4 yrs i did mention that this should be good for me not bad.... i just don't know what is preventing me from getting my dua answered. there is a durood where if you read it 7 times then surah rahman 20 times then finish off with that durood 7 times again then you will get your incomplete, impossible wish to be completed within a short period of time by the grace of Allah so how come....well sister i just want to say that i have wanted this all
my life, is there anything i can do to achieve this right away although i know steadfastness and being humble / patient in response to dua is better. i just want a direct miracle from Allah or just want a durood that if i recite it then it will allow me to get what i want with the blink of an eye.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!
May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity…. Ameen!
Respected sister, put your hope, trust and faith in Allah Ta'ala. Read Salatul Hajat.
May Allah assist you in your difficulty, Ameen. It is a fact that such decisions are in the hands of Allah alone, and Allah decides if and when to bless anybody with this bounty. As such, plentiful Duas and abstinence from the prohibitions of Allah are extremely essential. Among
the various Duas a person may adopt in this situation, the best and most beneficial is Istighfaar (seeking forgiveness for ones wrongdoings). In the Quran'e Kareem, being blessed with progeny has been enumerated under the benefits of Istighfaar (Surah Nooh, Verse 12). One should, therefore,
engage in frequent and abundant Istighfaar.
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Tawba & Istaghfaar – Repentance and seeking forgiveness
Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php
How should Every Muslim live through day and night?
http://www.islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php
Dua from Qur'an
http://www.islameasy.org/Dua_from_Quran.php
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Purity and Spotting
I AM BREAST FEEEDING MY 9 MONTHS BABY,..IN THIS MONTH I DID NOT GET MY PERIODS, INSTEAD OF PERIOD I AM HAVING A LITTLE SPOTTING ..I DONT NEED TO USE ANY PAD OR ANYTHING I SEE THIS SPOTTING WHEN I USE ONLY WATER .I AM HAVING THIS SPOTTING FROM 8 DAYS ..SO CAN I PERFORM NAMAZ OR NOT..OR I SHALL WAIT FOR 10 DAYS AND 10 NIGHTS TO PERFORM NAMAZ ...THE SPOTTING IS JUST LITLE NOT HEAVY.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
If the spotting is in your usual menstruation days then it will be counted as your mensus, otherwise it will be counted as istihaza.
A person who is facing istehaaza undergoes the same proceedure as a mazur.
This woman is to make wudu at the time of every salaat. As long as that salaat time remains her wudu will remain, she can read the salaat of that time and read Quran just as anyone else. However, if apart from this bleeding some other matter crops up which causes her wudu to break, then
her wudu will break and will have to repeat the wudu. (Bahisti Zewar 72,100)
We hope we have removed all doubts. Please do not hesitate to ask further
questions. We advise you to consult your doctor as well.
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How to Memorize Quran and repeat missing Salah?
salaam, am a 20 year old Muslim studying at university but would like to memorize the Quran in 2 years time as I have friend who became a hafiz in 5 years and want to follow my dream. how long will it take me and how do I start memorizing? also I have started reading my prayers but need to make up 5 years of past Salah. how can I do
this?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
You have sent two excellent questions.
How much time everyday you could dedicate for memorizing Qur'an and making up for missing Salah in the past years? We can suggest an outline/schedule you can follow.
You may estimate the number of days every month after you became an adult (when monthly menstruation starts) when praying Salah was obligatory. However, the days of menstruation you don’t have to pray.
To repeat missing Salah, you will pray Fard Salah for that day (2+4+4+3+4 and 3 rakat of Witr). That is, 20 rakat for every such day of past when it was due.
In addition to reciting Qur'an and repeating past Salahs, you may start Taleem (reading in group) of good books like Muntakhab Ahadith for 5-10 minutes with your family. Here is the link http://Islameasy.org/quick_books.php
Also, you may print the books and articles from our site and read together with family to learn the basics of Islam. Invite sisters from your neighbors to read these books, but do not engage in discussions or debates outside the authentic material in the books.
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Friendship with non-Mahram
in Islam, can women be friends with men if their intentions are pure?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
As Muslims, we are very fortunate to be the followers of such Deen which is complete and comprehensive. In our daily lives we ought to be cautious of how we interact and socialize with people, but there are certain rules
which must be followed strictly in order to repel any attacks of Shaitaan. When Allah forbids a Muslim from doing something it is often to stop other sins that may result from this sin.
Though sitting with ghair-mahrams (those whom one can marry) may seem like an action with no shame, no thought of sin, but in reality, it is such small actions that may lead to larger sins such as zina (fornication). In a Hadith, Prophet Muhammad Sallalaho Alaihi Wasalam said, "when two non-mahrams sit together, the third is shaitaan between them."
Sunan al-Tirmidhiy (Hadith 2165), verified authentic by Imaam al-Tirmidhiy.
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How to learn Islam?
i needed some advice regarding gaining knowledge on Islam, your site is wonderful - the best I have come across. the problem I have is, I am finding it hard to taken in what I read as what I read I cant take it in, what is the best way I can learn without forgetting what I have read as I want to
learn as much as possible so that I can teach my kids.... also some guideline as to where to start from... thankyou
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
You may start Taleem (reading in group) of good books like Muntakhab Ahadith for 5-10 minutes with your family. Here is the link http://Islameasy.org/quick_books.php
Also, read Ta'leem-ul-Islam (Teachings of Islam) every chapter. Print the books and articles from our site and read togather with her to learn the basics of Islam. Invite sisters from your neighbors to read these
books, but do not engage in discussions or debates outside what is given in the books.
Here is an article on Taubah http://Islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php
The following articles may also help you:
Tawba & Istaghfaar – Repentance and seeking forgiveness http://Islameasy.org/K202_Tawba.php
Cure for depression
http://Islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php
How should Every Muslim live through day and night?
http://www.Islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php
Dua from Qur'an
http://www.Islameasy.org/Dua_from_Quran.php
Salaatul Haajah:
It is narrated by Abdullah bin Obi owfaa RA that the Messenger of Allah said "Who ever has a need from Allah, or in relation to man, he should perform wudu in a complete and beautiful way, then offer 2 rakaahs of salah. He should then praise Allah and send Salawaat (durood) upon Nabi
Marriage is a great Sunnah whilst divorce is disliked by Allah. Rasul sallallahu alaihi wa sallam, and then say:
We learn from the Quraan and Sunnah that we should engage in Salaah for all our needs. The best time of offering optional prayers is in the last portion of the night, when the entire creation is in sleep and in a state of neglect, this is a great time to earn the help and pleasure of Allah.
If one is unable to do this, he/she may offer Salaah at any other time,(aside from the makrooh times)
You can also recite Rabbi Zidni Ilma many times everyday.
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Mother needs to learn basics of Islam
My mother can read quran and alhamdullillah she pray 5 times a day. But she doesn’t know the meaning of Quran and doesn’t have knowledge about Islam. we are big family, she want to learn about Islam, but doesn’t have time for
that. Will she also get Jannah? Will my knowledge help her, if she doesn’t know. Plz sister explain me?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
As a Muslim you should keep positive expectations from Allah about the world and the hereafter. A person will be rewarded for reciting the Quran (even without mastering its meaning). And yes, you can be sadqa-e-jaariah to your mother by performing all those acts that will benefit her in the hereafter.
You may start Taleem (reading in group) of good books like Muntakhab Ahadith for 5-10 minutes with your famlily. Here is the link http://Islameasy.org/quick_books.php
Also, read Ta'leem-ul-Islam (Teachings of Islam) every chapter for your mother. Print the books and articles from our site and read togather with her to learn the basics of Islam.
Here is an article on Taubah http://Islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php
The following articles may also help you:
http://Islameasy.org/K202_Tawba.php
Tawba & Istaghfaar – Repentance and seeking forgiveness
Cure for depression
http://Islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php
How should Every Muslim live through day and night?
http://www.Islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php
Dua from Qur'an
http://www.Islameasy.org/Dua_from_Quran.php
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Getting the right husband
Someone told me if I pray surah Mumtahina 3 times everyday after maghrib I will get the right husband? Is that true? She said I should pray 2 rakat nafil and ask Allah for the kind of man I want and then pray Surah mumtahina? And in shaAllah I will get the kind of partner I asked for.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
There are different kinds of wazaif/Dua for different kinds of issues.
To have one's wishes accepted, one may seek the help of Allah through Salaatul Haajah. Please check on the main page for the method of performing it. http://Islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
We would advise you not to be hasty in expecting your du'as or wishes to be fulfilled. Things happen according to the wish of Allah. If a prayer is delayed in being answered, then that is what is best for us at the time.
If it is not answered in this world, then it is kept for the Aakhirah, where its rewards will benefit us.
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Precaution during pregnancy
I am pregnant and came to know that I can’t met with the women who is in her first 40 days of the delivery (also called chilla)..as per Islam is it right?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
There is no such thing in Islam. We hope we have removed all doubts. Please do not hesitate to ask further questions.
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Wudu breaks
i have had a problem for a long time where I feel like my wudu isn't being counted.. I have digestive problems and gas problems.. I cant pray in peace.. I have to keep rushing my namaz because of this incident..i tend to repeat my wudhu several times and still keep having the same problem..it gets me fustrated.. it makes me wonder whether my namaz is even being counted.. I seem to do more wudhu through out the day then praying..
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
The rule in regards to Ma’zoor (she who can't keep her wudhu), such a woman should offer her Salaah as follows:
This woman is to make wudu at the time of every Salah. As long as that Salah time remains her wudu will remain, she can read the Salah of that time and read Quran just as anyone else can. However, if apart from this problem some other matter crops up which causes her wudu to break, then her wudu will break and will have to repeat the wudu. (Bahisti Zewar [Heavenly Ornaments] by Shaykh Ashraf Ali Thanvi -72,100)
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Quran reading with gloves
Can you read Quran while having period even with gloves?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
It is not permissible for a sister to recite the Quran (not even with gloves), offer prayers, or fast during the menstruation period.
The reference is Ayah 77-79 of Surah Waqia (Juz 27)
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Cousin changed his mind for Marriage proposal
I really love this cousin and he was pretty serious about us as well. we both were planning to get married but now he is ignoring me. I am shattered and heard broken I can not imagine being married to someone else . i've heard about the dua of Dawood alayhis salam which is for melting hearts
and I wanted your permission for this wazifa because I guess permission is required. I really believe in Allah and I know Allah will answer my prayers. Allhamdullilah both of us pray 5 times a day.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
You should do Istikhara to find out whether that person is right for you or not. You can pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah. This is a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a.
The most preferred time for this prayer is the last portion of the night before the fajr prayer. But you can pray it at other times too.
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It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed on us another bounty, or granted us relief from a difficulty, or a reward is given to us in the Akhirah in place of it. Alhamdulillah,
Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not be hasty or ungrateful.
In addition, it is important to research and read books and articles on marriage so that we look for the qualities in a man that are pleasing to Allah Ta'ala. There are articles on this website too. Do read them and acquire the knowledge of Deen.
May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolness of your eyes. Ameen!
Cure for depression
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When previous wife is around
My husband was married before and the marriage didn't last due to the ex wife, as she saw my husband as her brother in Islam also they are first cousins.
I feel my husband has not moved on from his past and when his ex wife is around he'll watch her and also be interested when her name is mentioned in a passing conversation etc..
I feel uncomfortable when she is around and it's affecting my marriage even though she is happy for us and we both get along as part of formality.
Is there a dua for my husband to love me and to forget his past wife please. I feel so emotional sometimes and I tell myself there is no hope in this marriage.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Marriage is a great Sunnah while divorce is disliked by Allah. Rasul sallallahu alaihi wa sallam has said that if a woman asks for a divorce for no reason, then the smell of paradise is forbidden for her [Tirmidhi].
It is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic. Divorce is permissible only as a last resort.
Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah narrated that the Rasul sallahu alaihi wasallam said, "If a women prays her five daily prayers, fasts the month of Ramadhaan, guards her chastity and obeys her husband,it will be said to her, "Enter paradise from whichever of the gates of Paradise you wish"
May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and actions. Ameen!
InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.
You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur’an 30: 21]
Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.
May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!
Kindly review some of the advices on
“Happy Marriage – Living with Peaceand Harmony at Home” at our main page
http://Islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php
Cure for depression
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Taubah and Depression
I have regrets and guiltiness for my sin and this has really depress me a lot, if I will ever be forgiven by Allah? And if yes, what dua am I supposed to read to earn that forgiveness?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
[editor’s note: please review the article:
http://islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php ]
Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the all-Merciful and all-Forgiving, declares in the Holy Qur’an:
“Say: O My slaves who have transgressed against themselves (by committing evil deeds and sins)! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah, verily Allah forgives all sins. Truly, He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.” [Qur’an 39: 53]
It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to rectify ourselves by turning to Him and begging for His forgiveness. Our mountains of evil deeds are nothing before the vast ocean of the mercy of Allah.
Abu Dhar RadiyAllahu `anhu reports that Rasulullah Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam in a Hadith Qudsi (a hadith in which the Blessed Prophet s quotes Allah) said: “Indeed Allah the Almighty and Majestic says:
“O My slave! Verily, as long as you worship Me and have hope in Me, I shall forgive you for what you have done; O My slave! If you meet Me with an earthful of sins, but do not associate any partner with Me, I would grant you a forgiveness as great as the whole world.” (Musnad Ahmad)
Committing sins may make you sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed with yourself. But if you return to Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive you. There is no other door to knock to solve our issues. None can forgive sins except Him. He calls us to the abode of peace (Paradise); He is the Almighty who hides our faults and He alone can replace our bad deeds with good deeds.
The door of repentance is always open for a person until he dies or until the sun rises from the west, whichever comes first. When something is a necessity Allah provides it in abundance like air and water. Since we are always sinful and negligent of Allah and Satan and the self are always inciting us towards evil, therefore tau’bah is provided in abundance so we can turn back to Allah.
Allah has created a solution to every sickness even if it may be the poison of a snake. Satan and sins are a major sickness and the cure for it is in tau’bah and istighfar, crying in front of Allah with deep regret in the heart.
Whenever our tau’bah breaks we should make tau’bah again. Some people despair and think they are sinners and will go to Hellfire. Tau’bah is so powerful that it can take a person from the lowest levels of Hellfire and raise him to the highest levels of Paradise.
Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the Lord of Mercy, puts mercy in the hearts of every mother in the world by which they love and care for their children. We make mistakes but Allah overlooks our faults. Our worship and good deeds are not perfect but Allah accepts them and multiplies the reward.
Do not fall into minor sins. Minor sins leads to major sins the way a spark may start a fire and burn down a house. A believer should run away from sin as one runs away from a snake. Even a minor sin makes a true believer restless as if a mountain is above his head and is about to fall on him and crush him.
Make a U-turn in life, wash off your slate of deeds – eliminate the bad deeds and protect your good deeds.
Method of making Tau’bah:
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One should make sincere tau’bah to Allah for one's sins. The requisites of tau’bah are the following:
1. To immediately abstain from the sin.
2. To regret and wish one had never indulged in the sin.
3. To resolve to never commit the sin again.
4. If one have violated the rights of another person it is necessary to seek forgiveness from that person.
After making sincere tau’bah be confident in the acceptance of your tau’bah. Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala) is all-Merciful and all-Forgiving. He is always ready to accept the repentance of His sinful slaves. Allah says in Surah Al-e-Imran:
“And those who, when they have committed Fahishah or wronged themselves with evil, remember Allah and ask forgiveness for their sins - and none can forgive sins but Allah - And do not persist in what (wrong) they have done, while they know.” [Al-Qur’an 3:135]
After repenting, one should try to live according to the will of Allah u i.e. the Qur’an and Sunnah. This will bring the utmost peace and tranquility into one’s life.
Benefits of Tau’bah:
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The Qur’an describes the story of Prophet Nuh (AS),
"I said (to them): Ask forgiveness from your Lord; Verily, He is Oft-Forgiving; He will send rain to you in abundance; And give you increase in wealth and children, and bestow on you gardens and bestow on you rivers. " [Surah Nooh ,chapter 71:10-12]
One who makes Tau’bah reestablishes his relationship with the Creator of the heavens and earth.
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Husband is backbiting, breaking the marriage
I got married around 10 months back, to my paternal cousin. i had heard about him to be very religious, and alhamdulillah that was the reason i chose to marry him. after marriage i noticed a few points in him which i
find difficult to accept. he is very short tempered and starts abusing people who don’t follow Islam properly. i find it to be bad behaviour, as he does'nt care about who he is talking to, elders even. he justifies that they are not muttaqis and they sin. he backbites a lot, and dose'nt accept it. he abuses my family also. in general he talks a lot about some 3rd person which i cannot tolerate and i lose my patience as well. we have constant arguments, and off-late i tend to lose my temper after a while.
though both of us claim to follow deen, i dont think we are pleasing ALLAH, fighting this way. his mother tells me that its up to me to change him. i am trying in vain. it maybe so that my method is not right, in any case, i have lost my patience living with him. we have undergone one talaq and one rujoo'. it was my decision to continue the marriage against my family's advice. now i am reluctant to tell them anything. i am terribly confused as to whether to continue this relationship or not. i want to do what pleases ALLAH. as of now, i spend most of my time arguing and i'm sure that does not please ALLAH. i know i should not take up a task which i may not be able to complete. i really want some help, please guide me..
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. As a scholar has rightly mentioned,
"if every human on earth made the effort to fulfill the rights of others,then everyone’s rights would have been fulfilled."
Make an extra effort to improve your character and fulfill your husbands rights with humilty, and Allah will elevate you in your husband's (and everyone) eyes, as the prophet SAW has said," the one who lowers himself for the pleasure of Allah, Allah elevates him. "If there are particular
things that he likes, make extra effort in doing it before he asks. Also don’t think about his bad qualities, instead concentrate on the good he has, even if its less in comparison. Remember that Allah has chosen you both to be husband and wife out of his wisdom.
You should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.
May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!
[editor’s note: Suggestions for Happy Marriage]
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Kindly review our advice on Happy Marriage – Living with Peace and Harmony at Home at http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php
There is a great reward for patience at the time of difficulty. Remember the teachings of Islam:
- Repel evil with good deeds;
- Join relations with the one who cuts it with you;
- Forgive those who did wrong to you;
Manners and protection of tongue:
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From our elders we have learned that the best method to increase the love between the husband and the wife is to obtain great morals and etiquettes and to guard our tongue. By doing both of those, one will be able to attract your spouse into a never ending love. Please review the following article: http://islameasy.org/K213_Tongue_protection.php
List of husband’s likes and dislikes:
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Living closely for a period of time, the wife knows the secrets of do’s and don’ts which pleases the husband. At the time of difficulty and concern, when the husband is not behaving well, extra precaution should be taken and a “selfless” attitude is needed to win his heart.
A warm-welcome of the husband:
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When a husband enters home and looks at the wife with love and mercy and wife also looks at the husband with love and mercy, Allah looks at both of them with mercy.
Entering and leaving home with Salam and Du’a keeps the Shaytaan away.
The wife at home should adorn herself for the husband when he arrives home and meet with him cheerfully. On the other hand, when a woman goes out of her home (for example, for a social event), she should wear simple and modest clothing and observe complete Hijaab in front of non-Mahram.
Virtues of good deeds:
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Imagine a pious wife making Du’a for his husband after every Salah: May Allah make him a pious man! May Allah bless him with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! May Allah accept all his good deeds and keep Shaytaan away from him!
Pray Salat-ul-Hajat and Istekhara before making important decisions. See the main page at http://islameasy.org/
Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your spouse.
Increase time for Du’a, especially if you could wake up during the last part of night. Here is a startup script and examples of Dua:
Dua from the Core of Heart http://islameasy.org/pdf/Duae_Walihana.pdf
Munajaat-e-Maqbool http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php
Environment of pious people:
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Find a pious Shaykh near your area and encourage the husband to attend his programs with intention to acquire the love of Allah Almighty. Listen to lectures and read books on pious husband and wife.
Read books of virtues (like Muntakhab Ahadith, Riyadus-Saliheen) with your family for 5-10 minutes every evening.
Request the husband to bring some Islamic books of good deeds, Du’a and zikr for the family.
If there is a gathering for Taleem (Islamic knowledge to increase faith and good deeds) encourage your spouse to attend. Your masjid Imam and community may help you find such programs.
Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful.
May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! Ameen!
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Severe acne
i have got very bad acne for past 10 years, i have spent thousands of rupees to cure this disease but nothing makes permanent difference,, i am now tired,, i have tried almost every medicne n spritual treatment as well, wherever i go people comment on my problem n i really fell embarrassed.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
1) Please check the home page of our website for detailed procedure on salaatul Haajat. Allah is the only one who could make the impossible, possible. You should turn to Allah and ask him for all your needs.
2) You may recite these following verses of Quran 100 times after Isha accompanying with durood shareef:
"Laqad Khalaqnal Insana fee Ahsani Taqweem" (Surah Teen, Verse 3) and
"Rabbi Inni Mughlobun Funtasir" (Surah Qamar, verse 10)
Cure for depression
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Husband is rude!
I live far away from my parents with my husband and his parents our marraige is 7 years old now. my husband always says me that he doesnt love me he got married to me
because his mother told him he fullfills all my needs. when ever i object on his late coming home and saying these dry words to me his mother and he criticizes me she says see haven’t my son spend so much money on you, he takes to hotels and then are you objecting on our last vacation to india, i told my parents about my problem my father got angry and ask my husband about all this he told him I am like this only, if not take your daughter home; they don’t keep a servant; when i told my parents they told me if we go for separation can you live without your children, i dont know what to do .. please advice
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Marriage is a great Sunnah whilst divorce is disliked by Allah. Rasul sallallahu alaihi wa sallam has said that if a woman asks for a divorce for no reason, then the smell of paradise is forbidden for her [Tirmidhi].
It is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic. Divorce is permissible only as a last resort.
Ask yourself the reason of your husband's mistrust. Is this his personality? If so, resort to patience, Salaah and Du'a. In most cases, this is because of his lack of confidence, therefore always reassure him of your love for him. If your husband does not trust you because of a
previous error, then seek to regain his love and confidence by displaying your love for him, regret (on the mistake), and make commitment to the marriage. Be ever cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused
the problem.
In any case, do not leave the home without his permission. Do not visit places he dislikes etc. Insha Allah, with patience, Du'a and effort your husband will come to trust you.
Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah narrated that the Rasul sallahu alaihi wasallam said, "If a women prays her five daily prayers,fasts the month of Ramadhaan, guards her chastity and obeys her husband,it will be said to her, "Enter paradise from whichever of the gates of
Paradise you wish"
May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and actions. Ameen!
InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.
You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur’an 30: 21]
Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.
May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!
Kindly review some of the advices on
“Happy Marriage – Living with Peaceand Harmony at Home” at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php
Cure for depression
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Dua for beautiful child
dua in pregnancy to having a beautiful and healthy child?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
You can recite these Duas;
1) Rabbi habli milla dunka waliyya
2) Rabbi laa tazarni fardaw wa anta khairul waaritheen
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Husband behaves like a boss
Assalam walaikum warahmatulla, My husband is very reserve minded he always behaves like a boss and does not love me, nor respect me and my family. He uses bad language for me .. and is very rude sometimes i want him to be friendly with me and share his feelings with me. Is there any dua to be friendly with me and respect me?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony!
Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah. “Do not go by the book of ‘My Rights’. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other
words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.
The unfortunate part is that the husband opens the chapter of his rights and the wife opens the chapter of her rights. The parents open the chapter of their rights, and the children, of their rights. The teacher, his rights and the pupils, their rights, and then everone demands fulfillment
of these rights.
No doubt, rights have been declared so that no person should stop short of their fulfillment, but you cannot have a peaceful society if there is just demand for rights and no fulfillment of corresponding obligations.”
(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)
Ask yourself the reason of your spouse's mistrust. You should always reassure your spouse of your love. If this is due to a mistake in the past, then seek to regain the love and confidence by displaying your love, regret (on the mistake), and make commitment to the marriage. Be ever
cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused the problem.
InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.
You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur’an 30: 21]
Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.
May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!
Kindly review some of the advices on
“Happy Marriage – Living with Peaceand Harmony at Home” at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php
Cure for depression
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Husband involved with other women
1. I have been married nearly a year. Few months after our Nikah, me and my husband keep arguing and now I found out his is having an affair. I love him a lot but he doesn’t see or realize that, may Allah guide him. Is there any duaa that I can recite for him to love me the way he did before. How can I save our marriage and for Allah to stop him from a major sin.
2. Husband is involved with other women in dating, he does not give attention in home and kids. Kindly give any wazifa or dua for his right path.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
[editor's note: Winning the Husband – Saving a Marriage]
May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony!
Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. Due to the influence of Shaytaan, bad desires and environment outside and inside the home, sometimes a married man starts making an affair with a non-Mahram woman and may lose interest in his own wife at home. This article discusses some causes of this problem and a few suggestions for the wife to re-gain her husband’s love.
At the time of concern and tension in domestic affairs, review your life pattern to see in how many ways you can improve yourselves.
Protection of eyes:
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This is one of the biggest concerns in the Ummah today, affecting both the young an old. The outside environment (streets, markets, workplaces, social events) and media inside homes (TV, magazines, internet) and filled with opportunities to look at non-Mahram faces. If someone does not protect the eyes and looks with lust and desires, his heart may be occupied with dozens of beautiful faces and may easily forget his own wife.
Disrespect and quarrels at home:
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Even if the wife is sincere in her heart, sometimes abusing the tongue on domestic issues may lead the husband to feel disrespected. If the wife does not treat the husband well, he may find more peace talking to strange women outside home. Usually the people outside home (for example, at the markets and social events) appear more polite, courteous and keeping a soft and sweet-tone. This is a ‘big competition’ for the spouse at home to surpass the loving and admiring attitude experienced in the outside world!
Suggestions for Happy Marraige
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Kindly review our advice on Happy Marriage – Living with Peace and Harmony at Home at http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php
Manners and protection of tongue:
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From our elders we have learned that the best method to increase the love between the husband and the wife is to obtain great morals and etiquettes and to guard our tongue. By doing both of those, one will be able to attract your spouse into a never ending love. Please review the following article: http://islameasy.org/K213_Tongue_protection.php
List of husband’s likes and dislikes:
-------------------------------------
Living closely for a period of time, the wife knows the secrets of do’s and don’ts which pleases the husband. At the time of difficulty and concern, when the husband is not behaving well, extra precaution should be taken and a “selfless” attitude is needed to win his heart.
Looking for rights or love?
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“Do not go by the book of ‘My Rights’. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.”
(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)
A warm-welcome of the husband:
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When the husband enters home and looks at the wife with love and mercy and wife also looks at the husband with love and mercy, Allah looks at both of them with mercy.
Entering and leaving home with Salam and Du’a keeps the Shaytaan away.
The wife at home should decorate herself for the husband when he arrives home and meet with him cheerfully. On the other hand, when a woman goes out of her home (for example, for a social event), she should wear simple and modest clothing and observe complete Hijaab in front of non-Mahram. In practice, this is not followed in today’s society which opens the door of issues.
Virtues of good deeds:
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Imagine a pious wife making Du’a for his husband after every Salah: May Allah make him a pious man! May Allah bless him with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! May Allah accept all his good deeds and keep Shaytaan away from him!
Pray Salat-ul-Hajat and Istekhara before making important decisions. See the main page at http://islameasy.org/
Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your spouse.
Increase time for Du’a, especially if you could wake up during the last part of night. Here is a startup script and examples of Dua:
Dua from the Core of Heart http://islameasy.org/pdf/Duae_Walihana.pdf
Munajaat-e-Maqbool http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php
Environment of pious people:
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Find a pious Shaykh near your area and encourage the husband to attend his programs with intention to acquire the love of Allah Almighty. Listen to lectures and read books on pious husband and wife.
Read books of virtues (like Muntakhab Ahadith, Riyadus-Saliheen) with your family for 5-10 minutes every evening.
Request the husband to bring some Islamic books of good deeds, Du’a and zikr for the family.
If there is a gathering for Taleem (Islamic knowledge to increase faith and good deeds) encourage your spouse to attend. Your masjid Imam and community may help you find such programs.
Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful.
May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! Ameen!
Recommended Readings for wife:
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The Rights of Husband by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar
http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/the-rights-of-husband
The Rights of a Husband and his Status* by Shaykh Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani
*Discourses on Islamic Way of Life volume-2, Darul-Ishaat, Karachi, Pakistan (translation of Islahi Khutbaat, translated by Iqbal Hussain Ansari)
Recommended Readings for Husband:
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The Rights of Women by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar
http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/rights-of-women
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Taubah from pre-marriage relation
This question is on behalf of one of my sisters. She asked if someone had a pre-marriage love, but now when she realizes her mistake, then, did she commit a sin which is unforgivable or if she does proper Tau’bah then Allah might forgive her?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
You can help your sister by telling her that, it is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to correct our mistakes and make amends, we turn to Allah and beg for his forgiveness.
One should make sincere Tawbah/ repentance to Allah for one's sins. The requisites of Taubah 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. (Ruhul ma"ani Vol28 Pg235)
It is good to remember one's sins as this will keep us humble in front of Allah. We would advise her to firstly, seek the company of the pious, maybe a sister scholar (Alimah) in your locality, or friends who are concerned with their deen.
After having made a sincere Tawbah, you should have a firm conviction in the acceptance of your Tawbah. Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala) is all-Merciful and all-Forgiving. He is always ready to accept the repentance of His sinful slaves.
After repenting, you should try to live your life in absolute accordance with the Shariah and Sunnah of the Prophet (SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam). This will bring the utmost peace and tranquility into your life. It is a blessing from Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala) that He made you realize the mistake. From this point on, you should make a firm decision and live your life only in the way that pleases Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala) and we pray that Allah makes this easy for you. Ameen!
Secondly, the remembrance of Allah washes away the rust that gathers on the heart because of sins. If not cleansed regularly, the heart will not guide her to do good deeds.
Lastly, the Prophet Sallallahu alaihi wa Sallam advised his companions by saying "abstain from sins and you will be from the most pious of men." One should keep on striving and be hopeful of the mercy of Allah.
May Allah grant us all the ability to abstain from sins and become practicing Muslims, Aameen!
And Allah knows best.
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Evil eye and Hasad (Jealousy)
How would I know if someone has cursed me with the evil eye?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
With regard to dealing with the evil eye and hasad (destructive envy), there is no doubt that when a person is close to Allah, always remembering Him (dhik) and reading Qur’aan, he is less likely to be affected by the
evil eye and other kinds of harm from the devils of mankind and the jinn.
The Prophet (SALLALLAHO ALAIHE WASALLAM) used to seek refuge with Allah for himself, and the greatest means of seeking refuge that is available to the Muslim is
reading the Book of Allah, above all the Mi’wadhatayn (the last two Surahs of the Qur’aan, al-Falaq and al-Naas), Surat al-Faatihah and Aayat al-Kursi [al-Baqarah 2:255]
Among the saheeh du’aa’s which have been narrated from the
Prophet (SALLALLAHO ALAIHE WASALLAM) are:
A’oodhu bi kalimaat Allahit-taammaati min sharri maa khalaq (I seek refuge
in the perfect words of Allah from the evil of that he has created)
[Narrated by Muslim, al-Dhikr wa’l-Du’aa]
It was narrated that Ibn ‘Abbaas (RA) said: “The Prophet (SALLALLAHO ALAIHE WASALLAM)S used to seek refuge with Allah for Hasan (RA) and Husayn (RA). He said:
‘Your father [i.e., Ibraaheem] used to seek refuge with Allah for Ismaa’eel (AS) and Ishaaq (AS) with these words: A’oodhu bi kalimaat Allahit-taammah min kulli shaytaanin wa haammah wa min kulli ‘aynin laammah (I seek refuge in
the perfect words of Allah, from every devil and every poisonous reptile,and from every bad eye)” [Narrated by al-Bukhaari, Ahaadeeth al-Anbiyaa’]
Undoubtedly, when a person persists in reciting the adhkaar (dhikr) for morning and evening, and the adhkaar for going to sleep, and others, this will have a great effect in protecting him from the evil eye.
And Allah knows best.
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Choosing for marriage
Is there a Dua I can make for a person to ask me to marry then other than Istikarah?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Yes Sister, the only advice that I can give you is to take note of his commitment to Islam. If he is one who attempts to fulfill the faraaidh (compulsory actions like Salaah, Zakaah etc) and the Sunnah of Rasul sallalahu alaihi wasallam (good conduct etc.), then perform Salatul Istikhaarah, seek the advices of your wali (guardian) and put your trust in Allah.
Pray Salat-ul-Hajat and Istekhara before making important decisions. See the main page at http://islameasy.org/
There are many resources to guide you. One resource is at the web site
http://www.islameasy.org/marriage-in-islam.php
The kitab "Nikah (marriage) in Islam" written by Shaykh Asharaf Ali Thanwi (RA) is also beneficial.
And Allah knows best.
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To guide a person to Islam
Is there a dua to make for a non-Muslim who is slightly interested in Islam to be guided to Islam? [details about Islam]
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
When someone embraces Islam, Allah forgives all of his previous sins and evil deeds. A man called Amr came to the Prophet Muhammad (SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam) and said,
“Give me your right hand so that I may give you my pledge of loyalty.”
The Prophet SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam stretched out his right hand. Amr withdrew his hand. The Prophet SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam said: What has happened to you, O Amr? He replied, “I intend to lay down a condition.” The Prophet SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam asked: What condition do you intend to put forward? Amr said, “That God forgive my sins.” The Prophet SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam said: Didn’t you know that converting to Islam erases all previous sins?
(Narrated in Saheeh Muslim and Musnad Ahmad).
After embracing Islam, the person will be rewarded for his or her good and bad deeds according to the following saying of the Prophet Muhammad (SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam):
Your Lord, Who is blessed and exalted, is most merciful. If someone intends to do a good deed but does not do it, a good deed will be recorded for him. And if he does do it, (a reward of) ten to seven hundred or many more times (the reward of the good deed), will be recorded for him. And
if someone intends to do a bad deed but does not do it, a good deed will be recorded for him. And if he does do it, a bad deed will be recorded against him or God will wipe it out. (Narrated in Musnad Ahmad,and Saheeh Muslim)
Some Basic Islamic Beliefs
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1) Belief in God:
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Muslims believe in one, unique, incomparable Allah, Who has no son nor partner, and that none has the right to be worshipped but Him alone. He is the true God, and every other deity is false. He has the most magnificent names and sublime perfect attributes. No one shares His
divinity, nor His attributes. In the Quran, Allah describes Himself:
Say, “He is Allah, the One. Allah, to Whom the creatures turn for their needs. He begets not, nor was He begotten, and there is none like Him.”
(Quran, 112:1-4)
No one has the right to be invoked, supplicated, prayed to, or shown any act of worship, but Allah alone.
Allah alone is the Almighty, the Creator, the Sovereign, and the Sustainer of everything in the whole universe. He manages all affairs. He stands in need of none of His creatures, and all His creatures depend on Him for
all that they need. He is the All-Hearing, the All-Seeing, and the All-Knowing. In a perfect manner, His knowledge encompasses all things, the open and the secret, and the public and the private. He knows what has happened, what will happen, and how it will happen. No affair occurs
in the whole world except by His will. Whatever He ills is, and whatever He does not will is not and will never be. His will is above the will of all the creatures. He has power over all things, and He is able to do everything. He is the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful, and the Most Beneficent. In one of the sayings of the Prophet Muhammad(SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam), we are told that Allah is more merciful to His creatures than a mother to her child. Allah is far removed from injustice and tyranny. He is All-Wise in all of His actions and decrees. If someone wants something from Allah, he or she can ask Allah directly without asking anyone else to intercede with Allah for him or her.
2) Belief in the Angels:
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Muslims believe in the existence of the angels and that they are honored creatures. The angels worship God alone, obey Him, and act only by His command. Among the angels is Gabriel, who brought down the Quran to Muhammad SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam.
3) Belief in God’s revealed Books:
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Muslims believe that God revealed books to His messengers as proof for mankind and as guidance for them. Among these books is the Quran, which God revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam). God has guaranteed the Quran’s protection from any corruption or distortion.
“Indeed, We have sent down the Quran, and surely We will guard it (from corruption)”. (Quran, 15:9)
4) Belief in the Prophets and Messengers of God:
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Muslims believe in the prophets and messengers of God, starting with Adam,including Noah, Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob, Moses, and Jesus (peace and blessings be upon them all). God’s final message to man, a reconfirmation of the eternal message, was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam).
God has said:
“Muhammad is not the father of any one of your men, but he is the Messenger of God and the last of the prophets..”. (Quran, 33:40)
Muslims believe that all the prophets and messengers were created human beings who had none of the divine qualities of God.
5) Belief in the Day of Judgment:
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Muslims believe in the Day of Judgment (the Day of Resurrection) when all people will be resurrected for God’s judgment according to their beliefs and deeds.
6) Belief in Al-Qadar:
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Muslims believe in Al-Qadar, which is Divine Predestination, but this belief in Divine Predestination does not mean that human beings do not have freewill. Rather, Muslims believe that God has given human beings
freewill. This means that they can choose right or wrong and that they are responsible for their choices.
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Advice to quit drinking
Is there a dua that I can make for a person to quit drinking for good inshallah?
Also, Is there a dua to have someone be guided to the right path inshaallah? Jazakallah.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
It should be understood that all types of intoxicants and drugs are impermissible (haraam) in Islam (that includes alcohol). All such things should be avoided and if one is involved in consuming these drugs and intoxicants, one should immediately seek forgiveness from Allah Ta'ala and refrain from using it ever again.
One can recite: Allahumma inni asalukal huda wattuqa wal a'faafa wal ghina (Muslim)
meaning:’O Allah! I beseech you for guidance, piety, chastity and contentment’.
And Allah knows best.
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baby boy
I have two daughters, now I want to have a baby boy. In Islamic point of view, can I desire for baby boy?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Yes, in Islamic point of view you can desire for baby boy, the best way to request anything from Allah ta'la is to make dua for it after every ibadah (worship).
Salaatul Haajaat (Prayer for Need)
http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
Besides that, it mentioned in some books that a couple who intends to name their son Muhammad if they have a son, will be granted a son inshAllah. But one should be grateful at whatever Allah taala grants.
May Allah grant you a son that can be a source for hidayah of the ummah. Ameen!
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Overwhelming sin
I have a lot of worries to share (re: Overwhelming sin).
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. If we did not do so, we would have been with the angels.
However, Allah has given us the ability to correct our mistakes and make amends, we turn to Allah and beg for his forgiveness.
One should make sincere Tawbah/ repentance to Allah for one's sins. The requisites of Taubah 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. (Ruhul ma"ani Vol28 Pg235)
It is good to remember one's sins as this will keep us humble in front of Allah. We would advise you to firstly, seek the company of the pious, maybe a scholar in your locality, or friends who are concerned with their deen.
Secondly, the remembrance of Allah washes away the rust that gathers on the heart because of sins. If not cleansed regularly, the heart will not guide you to do good deeds.
Lastly, the Prophet sallallahu alaihi wa sallam advised his companions by saying "abstain from sins and you will be from the most pious of men." One should keep on striving and be hopeful of the mercy of Allah.
May Allah grant us all the ability to abstain from sins and become practicing Muslims , Aameen!
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Missing Salah due to Morning Sickness
I am a born Muslim and I am having extreme difficulty making Salah. I am currently 8 weeks with child. I have an acute case of morning sickness which is no excuse but I am missing so many prayers and I need help. It's not as if I don't care because Salah is on my mind all day, but I do nothing about it, but feel miserable. I know I probably sound silly but I really need help and some type of inspiration PLEASE!!
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Sometimes due to illnesses and other health problem, a person tends to lack of on their religious duties. You should remind yourself of the important of Salat in Islam and what status it has. To assist in this, I would say, read from the chapter of Fada'il Salat (collection of Ahadith on virtues of prayer) often. The narrations mentioned therein will reinforce the important of Salat in your heart. Also, it is to difficult to pray longer Salat due to morning sickness, shorten your Salat so you can complete it without any difficultly. For example, a person in sickness or difficulty is allowed omit the sunnah and mustahab acts of Salat. If you were to concentrate on the fard and wajib acts of Salat, your Salat will be shorten greatly and you will be able to complete it without any difficulty. However, this should be only done during your sickness. In normal days, the Salat should be performed with all its etiquettes.
[Editor's note]:
Hadith – 1
Abu Zar RadiyAllahu `anhu narrates that once the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam came out of his house. It was autumn and the leaves were falling off the trees. He caught a branch of a tree and its leaves began to drop in large number. At this he remarked, 'O, Abu Zar! when a Muslim offers his salat to please Allah, his sins are shed away from him just as these leaves are falling off this tree. (Ahmad)
Hadith – 2a
Abu Huraira RadiyAllahu `anhu narrates that once the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam asked his companions, 'Do you think that dirt can remain on a person bathing 5 times a day in a brook running in front of his door?' 'No', replied the compan¬ions, 'No dirt can remain on his body.' The Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam remarked: 'So, exactly similar is the effect of salat offered 5 times a day. With the Grace of Allah, it washes away all the sins'.(Bukhari, Muslim)
Hadith – 2b
Jabir RadiyAllahu `anhu narrates that he heard the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam saying: The likeness of 5 times daily salat is as the like¬ness of a deep brook running in front of the door of a person who bathes therein 5 times a day.(Muslim)
Hadith – 3
Huzaifa RadiyAllahu `anhu says that, whenever the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam happened to face any difficulty, he would at once resort to salat. (Ahmad, Abu Dawud)
Hadith – 4
Abu Qatada bin Rabiy RadiyAllahu `anhu says he heard the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam saying, “Allah has said, "(O, Muhammad!) I have ordained 5 times daily salat for your followers. I have made a covenant with Myself that whoever is regular in performing his salat at its fixed hour, he shall be admitted into Paradise. Those of your fol¬lowers, who do not guard their salat, are not included in this covenant." (Abu Dawud, Ibn Maja)
Hadith - 5
Ibn Salman RadiyAllahu `anhu says that he heard one of the companions of the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam nar¬rating, "When we had won the battle of Khaibar, we began to buy and sell among ourselves the booty that had fallen to our lot. One of us went to Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam and said, 'O, Prophet of Allah, no one else has earned so much profit as I have obtained in today's trade.' How much did you earn? Asked the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam. He re¬plied, 'I kept on selling and buying till I earned a net profit of 300 Oqiya of silver.' The Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam said, "Shall I inform you of something better than that?" He ex¬claimed, 'Do tell me, O, Prophet of Allah!' The Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam remarked 'Two rakats nafl after (Fard) salat.(Abu Dawud)
Hadith – 6
Ammar bin Yasir RadiyAllahu `anhu nar¬rates that he heard the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam saying: "When a person finishes his salat, he gets 1/10th, 1/9th, 1/8th, 1/7th, 1/6th, 1/5th, 1/4th, 1/3rd or ½ of the maximum reward (according to the quality of salat performed by him)."(Abu Dawud, Nasai)
Hadith – 7
Abu Huraira RadiyAllahu `anhu narrates, "We heard the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam saying, 'The first deed of a person to be reckoned for on the Day of Judgment will be his salat. A person will succeed and attain his goal if his salat is accepted. He will fail and lose badly if it is rejected. If any deficiency is found in his Fard salat, Allah will say (to the angels): "Look for any Nafl salat in his account". Then the deficiency in his Fard salat will be made good by Nafl salat. The rest of the religious practices (viz. Fast, Zakat etc.) will then be reckoned for in the same manner."
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Lost love from Husband
After 16 years of marriage and 5 kids, the husband started an affair with another woman and went to have another marriage. He does not give proper time, love or support to the first family and kids. [Note: question from a country where more than one marriages was allowed]
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
We receive your request with sorrow and grief. May Allah bless your family a peaceful life at home! We turn to Allah and beg for his forgiveness.
Kindly review some of the advices on "Happy Marriage – Living with Peace and Harmony at Home" at our main page http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php
Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah “Do not go by the book of ‘My Rights’. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.
The unfortunate part is that the husband opens the chapter of his rights and the wife opens the chapter of her rights. The parents open the chapter of their rights, and the children, of their rights. The teacher, his rights and the pupils, their rights, and then everyone demands fulfillment of these rights.
No doubt, rights have been declared so that no person should stop short of their fulfillment, but you cannot have a peaceful society if there is just demand for rights and no fulfillment of corresponding obligations.”
(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)
Ask yourself the reason of your spouse's mistrust. You should always reassure your spouse of your love. If this is due to a mistake in the past, then seek to regain the love and confidence by displaying your love, regret (on the mistake), and make commitment to the marriage. Be ever cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused the problem.
InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.
You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur’an 30: 21]
Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.
[Editor's note]
Remember the teaching of the Islam to win the heart:
- Repel evil with good deeds;
- Join relations with the one who cuts it with you;
- Make Salaam to one who does not make Salaam;
- Forgive those who did bad to you;
- Keep politeness in all talk, with respect and love;
Allah says in the Noble Qur’an:
“The good deed and the evil deed cannot be equal. Repel (the evil) with one which is better (i.e. Allah ordered the faithful believers to be patient at the time of anger, and to excuse those who treat them badly), then verily! he, between whom and you there was enmity, (will become) as though he was a close friend.” [41:34].
“But none is granted it (the above quality) except those who are patient, and none is granted it except the owner of the great portion (of the happiness in the Hereafter i.e. Paradise and in this world of a high moral character). “[41:35].
Read Salaatul Haajaat (Prayer of Need)
http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
Durood on the Prophet (Sallallaho Alaihe Wasallam)
Recite several times morning and evening:
ALLAHUMMA SALLI ALA MUHAMMADI(M) Muatta-rir-Roohe Wa Alahit-Tayyebeenat-Tahireena Salatan Tuatte-runa Biha wa Barik wa Sallim
(note: All ‘t’ sounds are soft, like ‘taleem’ in Arabic/Urdu)
Recite the following:
LA ILAHA ILLA ANTA SUBHANAKA INNI KUNTU MINAZ ZALIMEEN
Translation: “None has the right to be worshipped but You (O Allah)), Glorified (and Exalted) are You (above all that (evil) they associate with You). Truly, I have been of the wrong-doers."
LA HAULA WA LA QUWATA ILLA BILLAHIL ALIEL AZEEM
Translation: “There is no strength (to refrain from sins but with the protection from Allah) and there is no power (to accomplish good deeds) but with the help of Allah, the High, the Supreme”
There is a great reward for patience at the time of difficulty. Make lots of Isteghfar and have complete trust in Allah. ‘Only Allah can solve my Problem, or bless me with something better’. You should try your best to server your husband with love and respect and request Allah to soften his heart.
Dua:
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Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your spouse.
Make Du’a for your spouse after every Salah:
May Allah give him the ability to make Taubah, stop him from bad deeds and keep Shaitaan away from him! May Allah bless him with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! May Allah make him a pious person, forgive his faults, have mercy on him, elevate his status, and bless him with piety and generosity…. Ameen!
Increase time for Du’a, especially if you could wake up during the last part of night. Here is a startup script and example of Dua:
Dua from the Core of Heart http://islameasy.org/pdf/Duae_Walihana.pdf
May Allah bless your family a peaceful life at home!
Cure for depression
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Weak memorization
Assalamu alaykum dear mualimah, I am doing an Alim course I experience difficulty in memorization. Is their any particular wazifa to help me strengthen my memorization? jazakallah
4) Salaatul Haajah:
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It is narrated by Abdullah bin Obi owfaa RA that the Messenger of Allah said "Who ever has a need from Allah, or in relation to man, he should perform wudu in a complete and beautiful way, then offer 2 rakaahs of salah. He should then praise Allah and send Salawaat (durood) upon Nabi sallallahu alaihi wa sallam and then say:
We learn from the Qur’an and Sunnah that we should engage in Salaah for all our needs. The best time of offering optional prayers is in the last portion of the night, when the entire creation is in sleep and in a state of neglect, this is a great time to earn the help and pleasure of Allah. If one is unable to do this, he/she may offer salaah at any other time, (aside from the makrooh times)
You can also recite Hasbunallahu wa nimal wakeel many times everyday.
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Watching Movie
Can we watch the Movie THE MESSAGE? Some people say that we should not watch it because they show Sahabas (The Companions of the Prophet sallallahu alaihi wa sallam) in that Movie. So please guide me what is the truth.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Basically, watching TV and videos are not permissible. These acts are the combination of several sins, such as looking at non-mahram, music, pictures as well as waste of time.
The same ruling applies to the movie you have mentioned.
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Pictures and Photos
I would like to know if taking and keeping family pictures or photos on the mobile or laptop is haraam or halaal? jazakomullaho khayr!
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Picture frames and photographs of animate objects or animate objects/toys are not permissible.
Pictures of inanimate objects e.g. trees, mountains, etc. are permissible.
Ibn Abbas (RA) narrates, 'I heard the messenger of Allah saying,"Every picture-maker will be in the fire. A life will be created for every picture that the picture-maker made, and he will be tortured in Hell." If you have to make pictures (says Ibn Abbaas) then make a picture of a tree or such things which are inanimate.' (Bukhari and Muslim)
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Hearing a sound when making Zikr
I do a lot of Zikr after Isha paryer. Around 11:30 to 12 midnight I hear this noise only one time. The noise is like a “Tik” sound while there is no one in my room except me.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Noises within are out of man's control and, regardless of how bad they are, one should not be worried about it. There is no sin regarding it nor will he be accountable, as in the rules of Allah there is no questioning for those things that are out of the control of human. However, it is proven that if one is kept busy, such whispers do not occur nor do they impact one's life.
[Editor’ Note]: Take care of your health and have a walk in the morning and evening to refresh your mind. If there is a weakness due to less sleep, you may try to reduce the amount of Zikr, after consulting a Shaykh in your area.
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Changing names for children
I have 2 sons. Elder one is 13 months old. He is too weak and could not even stand. Younger is just 1 week old..
Please tell me names which may suit them..names must be unique and Islamic....
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
It is very important to select good, beautiful and meaningful names for one's child. Rasul sallallahu alaihi wa sallam is reported to have said, "On the Day of Qiyaamah, people will be called by their names and the names of their fathers. Therefore a good name must be selected."(Abu Dawud)
Rasulullah sallallhu alaihi wa sallam also said "Allah the exalted likes best the names Abdullah and Abdur Rahman". (Muslim)
It is also desirable to keep the names of Prophets (AS), companions of the prophet S.A.W or pious scholars.
There are many resources that you may use to select a good and beautiful name for your child. One resource for Islamic names is
www.islameasy.org/islamic-names.php
[Editor's note] Khutbah on Islamic Names for children
http://islameasy.org/K212_Islamic_Names.php
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Husband does not like to have children
A sister has a hard time convincing her husband that they need to have children.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
One of the greatest gifts that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed upon His servants is the gift of children. May Allah Ta'ala grant pious children to all the Muslimeen.
Allah Ta'ala says in the Quraan "Seek help through patience and prayer."(Surah Al Baqarah, verse 45)
One of the duas that you can recite is the dua of Zakaria (A.S):
"Rabbi habli min ladunka thurriyyatan tayyibah. Innaka samiu addua."
Translation: "Oh my Rab! Grant me a righteous child as Your special favor; surely you hear all prayers."
(Surah Al-Imraan, verse 38)
You may recite it as often as possible, whenever you sit down to pray, insha-Allah.
Engage yourself in recitation of Quran and reading Durood Shareef as much as you can. Insha Allah, this will give peace to your heart.
You should also read these duas in morning and evening:
1) Rabbi inni maghlobun fan-tasir
2) Rabbi inni lima anzalta ilayya min khairin faqeer
3) Recite last two ayats of Surah Tauba seven times daily
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Family getting old and no children
My sister is 38 years old and her husband is in his late 40s and they still do not have any child. I would like to know any Islamic way like dua which may help them have a child in their life.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
One of the greatest gifts that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed upon His servants is the gift of children. May Allah Ta'ala grant pious children to all the Muslimeen.
To answer your question sister, Allah Ta'ala says in the Quraan " Seek help through patience and prayer."(Surah Al Baqarah, verse 45)
One of the duas that you can recite is the dua of Zakaria (A.S)Rabbi habli min ladunka thurriyyatan tayyibah. Innaka samiu addua.
(" Oh my Rab! Grant me a righteous child as Your special favor; surely you hear all prayers."
Surah Ale Imraan, verse 38)
It is important that we place our trust in Allah, and display patience and contentment in the decree of Allah. Allah Ta'ala is our Lord, He has power over all things and to Him is our return.
And Allah knows best.
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Dua Translation
Could you please tell me the correct pronunciation and meaning (in english and in urdu) of ALLAH HUMMA INNA NAJALUKA FI NUHURIHIM WA NA AAOZUBIKA MIN SHURURIHIM?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
ENGLISH:
Oh Allah, we ask you to restrain them by their necks and we seek refuge in you from their evil. [Dawud 2/89, Al-Hakim 2/142]
UDRU:
Aye Allah! Hum In Ke Muqabley Main Tujh Ko Paish Kartey Hain, Aur In Ke Sharr Se Panah Mangtey Hain.
And Allah knows best.
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Lost Jewelry
My younger brother and his wife’s wedding gold jewelry is missing from their bedroom. My Elder brother and his wife are blaming them that they have stolen their own jewelry. My younger brother and his wife’s are worried a lot and they are quite helpless.
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To accuse anyone without proper proof is impermissible in Sharia'h. One should definitely abstain from this. Many times an item is misplaces and Satan brings the thought of it being stolen. Do not let Satan entertain these thoughts in your minds. Instead of blaming each other, try working with one another to locate the ring and ask the other couple for their assistance.
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Teaching Manners to Daughter
How do I explain to my young child (girl) not to ‘touch’ herself? I have seen her do this a number of times and have told her not to do it without overreacting, but it doesn't seem to work.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
If the child is very young and not at the age of puberty, then most likely they are not aware of the act and are touching out of curiosity and not out of any impermissible act. However, if the child is mature and already at the age of puberty, then it will be necessary to educate the child regarding these manners. Sometimes it is difficult for the parent to speak of such topic to their own children. We advise you to ask an older sibling, a relative, or a friend who is close to your daughter to explain these issues to her.
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Donating Blood or Bone Marrow
In Islam, is it permissible for a Muslim to donate blood and/or bone marrow?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
It is permissible for a Muslim to donate blood only if it would not be used for cosmetic reasons.
As for bone marrow, it is possible with today's technology to use the patient’s bone marrow to produce new bone marrow. If in a particular situation, this is possible, then it will not be permissible to use another human’s bone marrow. However, if the doctor advise for a new bone marrow, then it will be permissible.
(Aap Kay Masa’il Aur Unka Hal 10/174)
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Mahr Money
A person pays the money of Mahr and afterwards took that money to buy gold for her. Is it allowed to take the money back from the wife?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
If a husband has given Mahr money to the wife, the money now comes in the ownership of the wife. She can do whatever she wants with the money. If she wishes, she may give the money to the husband as a gift (or to buy gold for her). However, the husband cannot demand from her to give the money back.
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Dua for Baby Girl
Alhamdulilah, by the grace of Allah I am 22 weeks pregnant and I was told in my last ultrasound that I am carrying a baby boy, Alhamdulilah. but my husband and I both wish for a girl, so can you tell me if there is any specific dua for baby girl? I trust Allah completely so i have all hope. pls pray for my baby to be healthy n tel me which dua to read. Thank you. JazakAllah.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
There is no specific surah/ dua we can refer from the ahadeeth to be read for Allah Ta’ala to grant a baby girl. However, the following dua can be read in order to ask Allah Ta’ala to bestow upon you an obedient and pious child:
"Rabbana hab lana min azwajina wa dhuriyyatina qurrata A'yunin waj'alna lil-muttaqina imama."
"Our Lord! grant us in our spouses and offspring the joy of our eyes and make us heads of the God-fearing." (Surah 25: Ayah74)
You should leave the matter of baby boy and baby girl to Allah, whatever will be granted by Him will be better, inshaAllah.
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Picture of unborn baby
Can non-mahrams look at scan picture of unborn baby?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
It is permissible for non-mahrams to look at pictures of unborn babies, as the laws of veil and concealment do not apply at this moment. However, to take picture is not permissible.
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Dua to pass exams and have peace at home
Please describe a Dua to help pass exams. The environment in my home is tense, please tell us a solution.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
1. For exams, you can make Dua to Allah. He is our creator, He gives us blessings and He gives us tests, only He has the power to make our lives better. Ask Him for every need that you have, and make this your habit in times of happiness or sorrow. After all, He is All-hearing, All-seeing.
Make Dua, do your faraidh and sunnahs, avoid committing any sins and recite "Rabbi zidni ilma" and "Rabbish-Rahli Sadri li Wa Yassirli Amri wah lul Uqdatam-Mil-lisaani yafqahu qauli" as often as you can.
May Allah Grant you beneficial knowledge, steadfastness in deen and happiness in life.
2. For your worries, engage yourself in recitation of Quran and reading Durood Shareef as much as you can. Insha Allah, this will give peace to your heart.
You should also read these duas 11 times in morning and evening:
1) Rabbi inni maghlobun fan tasir
2) Rabbi inni lima anzalta ilayya min khairin faqeer
3) Recite last two ayats of Surah tauba seven times daily
May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen
[Editor's note:
How should Every Muslim live through day and night?
http://www.islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php
Dua from Qur'an
http://www.islameasy.org/Dua_from_Quran.php]
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Marriage - Problem with Husband
My husband hates me but I love him, he is the center of my life and I think its difficult to live without him, but still some times I become strong and ask him to divorce me, he says that he loves me and he will not leave me in any situation, but he makes my life miserable.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony!
Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah “Do not go by the book of ‘My Rights’. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.
The unfortunate part is that the husband opens the chapter of his rights and the wife opens the chapter of her rights. The parents open the chapter of their rights, and the children, of their rights. The teacher, his rights and the pupils, their rights, and then everyone demands fulfillment
of these rights.
No doubt, rights have been declared so that no person should stop short of their fulfillment, but you cannot have a peaceful society if there is just demand for rights and no fulfillment of corresponding obligations.”
(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)
Ask yourself the reason of your spouse's mistrust. You should always reassure your spouse of your love. If this is due to a mistake in the past, then seek to regain the love and confidence by displaying your love, regret (on the mistake), and make commitment to the marriage. Be ever
cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused the problem.
InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.
You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur’an 30: 21]
Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.
May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!
[Editor’s note]
Kindly review some of the advices on
“Happy Marriage – Living with Peaceand Harmony at Home” at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php
Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php
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Visiting the grave of the Prophet (sallallahu Alahi wa
Sallam)
When women from all over the world go to umrah or hajj, they also go to Masjid e Nabwi. In Masjid e Nabawi, men are allowed to be very close to the roza of Rasool u Allah (Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam , Peace be upon him), meaning they can see the golden gates in which the Prophet's grave is. Only at a certain time during the day usually in the morning, they allow women to come to this area for about a few hours. So my question is would this be considered going to the grave of the Prophet (Peace be upon him) even though we can't see the grave and so on.
Actually, I went for umrah and went to riaz ul jannah and the roza of RasoolulAllah (Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam , peace be upon him). I am asking this question so I can better answer if someone says "we don't go to the graves that's why we don't go where the prophet's grave is either in Masjid e Nabawi". I personally think these people are unfortunate! and Allah knows best.
So please answer my question that for women to go to the roza of the prophet be considered forbidden as well since they are not allowed to visit graves?
Jazakallah for your answer, may Allah Subhanahu Wa'Taala bless you for spreading the knowledge of Islam.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
In Fatawa Mehmoodia, it is mentioned that women are allowed to visit the mubarak grave of Prophet Mohammad Sallallahu alaihi wasallam.
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Zikr and Arabic Dua during menstruation
Can ladies, in their periods, recite the daily duas and darood shareef as they recite in the other days of month? For few months, I have developed a habit to recite the small
darood shareef more than one thousand times in the whole day. Furthermore I also try to read 100 times "HASBUNALLAHOO WA NEMAL WAKEEL", some of ALLAH'S
names and few other zikars like duas of morning and evening as prescribed by the Holy Prophet (P.B.U.H.) in daily routine. Can I continue the same practices in the days of menses or not? By reading these Azkaar, I got satisfaction of mind and heart but during the days of menses I got depression while stopping these azkaar especially reading the Darood Shareef as even in my home, office and other places the words of Darood shareef are uttered very smoothly, easily and automatically. Does Shariah allow a menstruating woman to continue all this or not? I am praying to Allah to have relaxation for a woman in this matter. JazakaAllah.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Yes Sister, you are allowed to recite your zikr, Istighfar, durood, names of Allah, and duas of morning and evening while in menstruation. A Dua-Ayat from the Qur’an can also be read (from memory) with the intention of Dua only (that is, not with the intention of Tilawat).
However, it is not permissible for a Muslim woman to recite (or touch) the Qur’an, offer Salah, or fast during the menstruation period.
May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!
[Editor’s note]
Kindly review other QA on this page with the topic of menstruation.
“A gift for the Daughters of the Ummah” – (topics on Purity and Tahara, what every Muslim sister should know). by Jamiatul Ulama (KZN), Ta'limi Board, South Africa
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Tuhfatul_Banaat.pdf
“Cure for depression” http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php
Status of Woman in Islam by Shaykh Ahmed Abdul Mujeeb Qasmi (translated by Muhammad Owais Jafrey)
http://www.islameasy.org/K225_WomenInIslam.php
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Dua for Marriage proposal
My parents delayed my marriage due to some reasons and now the number of proposals has decreased.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
You can read Salatul hajat. Salatul Hajaat is a regular 2 rakaah prayer followed by a Du'a that has been prescribed by Rasul salllahu Alahi wa sallam.
One can also pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah. This is also a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a. The Dua's can be found in Du'a books. A good Du'a book that has been translated in various languages is Al-Hisnul Haseen. The most preferred time for this prayer is the last portion of the night before the fajr prayer. But you can pray it at other times too.
It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed on us another bounty, or granted us relief from a difficulty, or a reward is given to us in the Akhirah in place of it. Alhamdulillah,
Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not be hasty or ungrateful.
In addition, it is important to research and read books and articles on Marriage, so that we look for the qualities in a man that are pleasing to Allah Ta'ala. There are articles on this website too. Do read them and arm yourself with the knowledge of Deen.
May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolness of your eyes.
Ameen!
[Editor's note:]
Du'a for Istikhara:
http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.htm
Salaatul Haajaat (Prayer for Need)
http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
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Istikhara for Marriage
I want to get married and I have consulted my parents and they don’t seem to like him, but yet they have agreed, but they still look for other men and they come to see me in my house without me being informed about that. The man I want to marry and his family has accepted, but my family agreed and lied about the wedding arrangements to his family and now they don’t contact his family and delaying the nikah...
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
We highly advise you and the other party to perform Salatul Istikhara. After performing this salaat, if the outcome is good, then you may try and pursue the marriage.
Another Salaat that we suggest is Salaatul Hajat, which Rasulullah(sallallahu alayhi wasallam) told the Companions to perform when they are faced with a need. One should perform ablution in the Sunnah manner and then offer two rakaat of salaah with complete devotion. After this, one
should praise Allah with the recitation of His most glorious names, then recite Durood Sharief, and then recite the following dua:
La ilaha illalLahul-Haleemul-kareem. Subhana Allahi rabi el-`arshil `azeem.
Al-Hamdulilahi rabbi il-`Alameen. As'aluka mujibati rahmatika, wa `aza'ima maghfiratika, wal-`ismata min kuli dhanb, wal ghaneemata min kuli birr,
was-salamata min kuli ithm. La tada` li dhanban illa ghafartahu,wala hamman illa farajtahu, wala hajatan hiya laka ridan illa qadaytaha ya arhama ar-rahimeen.
(There is no god but Allah, the Ever-Clement, the Most Generous. I celebrate the Glory of Allah, the Lord of the Magnificent Throne. All praise and thanks are due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. I beseech You,seeking that which will draw me closer to Your mercy, and that which will
make certain for me Your Forgiveness. O Allah, grant me protection against any sin, and a share of every virtue. Do not leave me a sin without forgiving it, a worry without relieving me of it, or a need that meets with Your pleasure without providing for it, O Most Merciful Lord.)
After reciting the above dua, beseech Allah Ta’ala regarding one’s needs and desires.
[Editor's note:]
Du'a for Istikhara:
http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.htm
Salaatul Haajaat (Prayer for Need)
http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
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New Muslimah, question about non-Muslim parents
New Muslimah, question about non-Muslim parents
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
InshaAllah, the material on our site will help in learning Islamic faith and practice. You may contact Muslim sisters in your area for additional learning.
Islam teaches respect, sympathy and tolerance. Kind treatment of parents is a quality of the believer. Please review the answer to the following question on our QA page:
“Advice to New Muslimah regarding non-Muslim parents”
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The Quraan and Ahaadith are replete with orders and advices of being obedient to one's parents. Allah Ta'ala states, "And worship Allah and do not ascribe any partner to Him and be favorable to parents." (Banu Israaeel).
Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, "Paradise lies under the feet of the mothers."
Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, "The pleasure of Allah lies in the pleasure of the father and the displeasure of Allah lies in the displeasure of the father."
It is clear from the above quotations that one should respect their parents and be favorable to them. The ruling is general. It includes parents who are Muslims as well as non-Muslims. Asma (Radhiallaahu Anha) states that her mother was a non-Muslim and came to visit her, she enquired from Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) if she can enjoin ties with her non-Muslim mother. Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) replied, "Yes". (Bukhari vol.2)
Maintaining ties with non-Muslim parents or relatives presents one with an ideal situation to convey the etiquettes of Islam in a practical way. That is the most effective way of Da'awah. If one wins the confidence of a person, generally, he can make whatever he wants of the person.
It is also important to point out that in dealing with non-Muslim parents or relatives, one must not compromise in one's Islamic values and principles. It is incorrect to obey anyone against the orders of Allah Ta'ala.
Wait for the perfect time and do lots of dua that Allah gives your parents hidayah (guidance), especially after tahajjud prayer. We commend for your steadfastness and pray that Allah Ta'ala grant you the best of both the worlds, Aameen!
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There is no compulsion in religion. Islam is the continuation of the same original message brought by all previous prophets. Jesus (peace be upon him) is a great prophet of Islam. Islam is the only religion other than Christianity which gives a very high status to Jesus (peace be upon him).
Do lots of supplications that Allah guide you and your parents, especially after daily prayers. May Allah grant you the best of both the worlds, Aameen!
Here are supplications from the Quran you may learn http://islameasy.org/Dua_from_Quran.php
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Why Hijab?
Please send me a few ahadith regarding females dressing in their pardah (Hijaab).
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
You have asked a question which is a very important part of our lives as Muslim women. We will try to answer it as simply as possible,Insha-Allah.
Allah says in Surah Ahzaab, verse 59 "Oh Prophet! tell your wives and daughters and the believing women, that they should cast their outer garments (Jalaabeeb) over them, that is likelier that they be known and not harmed/annoyed......"
In order to understand a word in any language, we have to ask the experts of that language. The root word of "jalaabeeb" is "jalbab", which is used for things which cover completely.
Example: the darkness of night. When the darkness of night comes, there is no corner left which is bright, everything becomes covered in darkness. In the same way, jalbab is the garment that covers a woman from head to toe,
with nothing left open. (Lisanul Arab,V 1 - Al muhalla V 3).
We will now quote the sahaaba (R.A) who have explained the jalbab to us so clearly, that theres no room for confusion anymore. Ibne Abaas (R.A.) says under the explanation of the above verse "Allah commanded Muslim women
to pull this sheet on top of them, to cover their bodies, except one eye, when it is necessary for them to come out of their homes."
Imam Mohammed ibn Seereen says," I asked Ubaidullah Salmani RA the meaning of this verse and how the jalbab was used, he demonstrated it to me, by pulling a sheet of cloth over his head to cover his body, leaving only one eye uncovered."
It should be remembered that the sahaaba/ companions of the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam were the ones who witnessed the Qur'an being revealed, they witnessed how the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam
practiced on the verses revealed, who can give us better insight into following the Qur'an than the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam and his sahaaba?
And what about the wives of the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam who are our role-models, how did they follow the verses of Quran? Aisha (R.A.) was the wife of Nabi Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam. Once, she was left
behind by the caravan while returning from a journey. When she realized this, she thought it best to remain exactly where she was, the prophet Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam
will soon realize she is not with them and come back for her. A few miles behind this caravan was a sahaabi, Safwan bin Mu'atal (R.A.), his job was to travel behind the caravan and pick up anything left behind. As he came
closer, he noticed someone sleeping, when he realized it was Aisha (R.A.) he said loudly, innaa lilaahi wa innaa ilayhi raajioon, upon hearing his voice, Aisha (R.A.) says I got up from my sleep and immediately covered my
face with my shawl. Safwan RA recognized her because he had seen her before the verses of hijaab were revealed. But since the verses had been revealed, she now covered her face.
Alhamdolilaah, all praise is due to Allah, who has made Islam so perfect and just, that there is no difference between how we practice on it and how the wives of a prophet practiced on it. There is no different rulings
for different people. Every Muslim/ Muslimah is the same, the only difference is in taq'wa.
There are so many Aayaat and Ahaadith on this subject, that books have been written in great detail on it. We would like to end by saying that if covering the face was not necessary, just an option for women to choose from, then the other aayaat of hijaab wouldn't make sense. For example:
1. If women were free to uncover the face, why does Allah ask the men and women not to look at each other and lower their gazes. (Surah Noor)?
How will we follow this command of Allah? If covering the face is not necessary, then neither should lowering the gaze.
2. If it was permissible to uncover the face, then why do we need permission before entering someone's home?
"Oh you who believe! enter not houses other than your own, until you have asked permission...." (Surah Noor)
This aayah is guarding the females of the home so that they are not looked upon by strange men.
3. Allah commands the women "... and make not a dazzling display (of yourselves), like the former times of ignorance...." (Surah Ahzaab) and also "...And tell the believing women that they lower their gaze and guard
their modesty and not display their beauty....." (Surah Noor).
Is the face not part of the beauty of a woman? In fact, it is a focal point of her beauty. I came across a survey last year which was conducted amongst the men. They were asked as to which parts of a female would first get their attention? 80% of them replied her face, eyes and lips would
attract them first, followed by her body.
4. Why would Allah command the men to ask for any need from behind a curtain? (Surah Ahzaab)
If a woman can uncover her face then why not just ask her face to face?
5. If a woman's face is showing then a man would not be captured by her voice on first impulse. But when a woman's face and body are concealed, Allah has further commanded her not to be complacent/sweet in her speech with the males. (Surah Ahzaab)
Allah has made all these rules for the betterment of mankind, not to make us upset or miserable. Parents make rules and regulations in their homes because of the love they have for their children. If someone says that a mother disciplines her child because of hatred or misery, we would
say that its absurd. Similiarly, Allah knows what is best for us while our knowledge is limited. Our success lies in following the Quran and the Sunnah of our Rasool Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam.
We hope that this answers your question. For further detailed reading we would recommend the book "HIJAB"
(http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php) by Dr. Mohammed Ismail Memon Madani. There isn't any aspect of hijab that is left out in this book.
May Allah grant us the true understanding of his deen, Aamin!
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Losing hope
I have been going through a really tough phase of my life for the past 7 years.I offer my prayers regularly, I try not to hurt anyone, almost everyone says that I am a very nice person. I help people as much as I can. I try not to do anything wrong. I have spent a very clean life, but I don't know why Allah is not listening to my prayers instead of things getting better every passing day is
becoming more and more difficult I have offered salaat hajaat and read wazaif for the solution of my problem, but now I am losing hope ..
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
At this time you are depressed and lonely, that is why you are having such thoughts. Sometimes things don't happen the way we want it to, however, our belief as Muslims is in taqdeer and the decisions of Allah. Many a times we feel that we are the only ones going through difficulties while
everyone else seems happy, in reality this is not true. Every person in this world is tested by Allah, but each in a different way.
The Prophet Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam has said, "The world is a prison for the believer and paradise for a disbeliever." If your life is feeling like a prison right now, then take glad tidings in the words of the prophet Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam because this is a sign of your Iman.
It is mentioned in a narration, there was a believer and a disbeliever from the previous nations, they both left home one morning to catch some fish, the disbeliever took the name of his gods and cast his net, when he lifted it, it was full of fish. The believer took the name of Allah and
cast his net, at the time of sunset he lifted his net to find only one fish, which jumped out of his net into the water. So the believer returned home empty handed while the disbeliever went home with a net full of fish. Upon seeing this, the angel that was appointed for the believer felt very sad. When he returned to the skies that evening, Allah showed him the abode of the believer in Jannah, upon seeing it the angel said, by the qasam of Allah, nothing will hurt him anymore once he reaches this Jannah, then Allah showed him the abode of the disbeliever in Jahannum, to
which the angel said, by the qasam of Allah, nothing of the world will benefit him once he reaches this abode. (Tambeehul ghaafileen)
The life of a believer is full of trials and tribulations, Allah has promised us, "Verily the patient ones will be given their rewards in full, without any reckoning." [39:10]
The prophet Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam has told us to look at those who are less fortunate than ourselves. When you feel depressed, think of those who are worse off than yourself.
Dear sister, instead of praying for an early end, ask Allah to remove the difficulties that you are facing and make your tasks easy. After all He is the one with all the power and might, He can change things if He wants to. The prophet Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam has prohibited us from asking for death.
Sometimes our prayers are not granted immediately because it is best for us, if a prayer is not answered in this world then it is kept for the hereafter, it is reported in a narration that the angels in the skies recognize the voice of a believer who supplicates to Allah continuously and, when the believer will see the rewards for the duas/ prayers that
were unanswered, he will wish that Allah had not answered ANY of them and had kept them all for Aakhirah.
Lastly, make sure that your life is in accordance with the commands of Allah and his prophet Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, our success lies in this alone. Affiliate
yourself with the sisters in your masjid and sister scholars in your area. Spend your time in the remembrance of Allah and the hereafter, this will remind you that life is just passing by, in a short time we will be standing in front of Allah.
Please feel free to write to us whenever you need to and let us know if you feel better. Sometimes we just need to change our perspective, to see life in a totally new way,
May Allah remove all your difficulties and grant you ease, barakah and contentment, Aamin
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Afraid of husband-rights!
I heard that once a man and a woman enter a marriage, the woman has to obey whatever the man says to her to do. Is this true that a woman has to obey whatever the man says? What if the man disrupts the woman's ibadat by commanding her to do something at the time of salat? Is that Islamic?
I'm not even sure I want to get married anymore. Does the woman have no say in making decisions with her husband?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
The act of nikaah is a blessed Sunnah of our beloved Rasulullah (Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam). It
has been narrated in a hadith to the nearest meaning that "the nikaah is my Sunnah and whoever turned away from this Sunnah of mine is not from me”. So, if one is able to marry and does not have any valid excuse, then it is preferred that such an individual marries. Nikaah is a great blessing from Allah Ta'ala that allows individuals to fulfill their base desires in a Halaal manner and helps them abstain from haraam acts of fornication. Furthermore, Allah Ta'ala has allowed us to enter into Nikaah in order to find peace and happiness with one another. It is said in the Holy Qur'an,
"And among His signs is this, that He created for you mates from among yourselves, that you may dwell in tranquility with them, and He has put love and mercy between your hearts. Undoubtedly in these are signs for
those who reflect." [Noble Quran 30:21]
Marriage is not to be approached as a submissive act to another person, but it is described as one of the greatest acts of worship to Allah Ta'ala. By entering into Nikaah, one is put in a state of perpetual ibaadat because you are following a Sunnah of Rasulullah (Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam) every moment of you life when in that marriage. Furthermore, Allah Ta'ala has given us mates so that we may live in peace with them and to put love and mercy between our hearts. So, if you are of the means to do so, it is highly recommended that a Muslim should marry for these above reasons.
As for the rights of spouses, both parties are given responsibilities to fulfill to one another in order to maintain that harmony and love. A husband, for example, is responsible for providing his wife with all the necessities she needs in life, such as food, clothing, shelter. Islam has
put a man in charge of the family, but it is not to be interpreted as a position of unjust dominance. It is a position of great responsibility and it is a heavy obligation that has been put upon his shoulders and he will be answerable for how he dealt with his family and how he provided for them.
On the part of a wife, because Allah Ta'ala has given men the right of being "in charge", it is her obligation to obey that which he asks of her AS LONG AS IT IS NOT IN DISOBEDIENCE TO ALLAH TA'ALA. It is not appropriate for a wife to obey her husband if she has not fulfilled her
faraaidh/obligations to Allah Ta'ala. In the example you gave, a woman should not break her fardh act of ibaadat just to fulfill the wishes of her husband (such as break her salaat in order to comply with is request). However, as long as his requests and expectations do not go against the
Shari'ah, then a wife must obey her husband. That is to say, any extra acts of ibaadat (such as nafl salaat, zikr, nafl fasts, etc) can be abandoned if a husband asks a wife to, because obedience to the husband is a command of Allah Ta'ala (fardh), which takes more importance over nafl
(extra) acts of ibaadat that are not mandatory. In essence, obeying your husband is an act of ibaadat itself as well, and inshaAllah one will receive reward for those acts.
When making decisions, a husband and wife are certainly encouraged to make mashwera and take advice from each other as well. A husband's position as a leader of a household does not give him the right to be a dictator.
Rasulullah (Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam) is cited to have consulted his wives over certain matters, and a husband and wife should actively take part in discussions
that deal with making decisions about a family. However, because of the position a husband has been given, he will ultimately make the decision for his family. Just like in any other relationship, there has to be an
establishment of mutual understanding and agreement.
Spouses should regard each other as companions of each other and they should look out for each other’s best interests. In the Qur'an spouses are describes as "cloaks" for each other, meaning that they are there to protect you, shield you, hide you, and provide warmth and modesty for you.
Let me also mention that when you love someone, it is natural to want to do things to make them happy. Essentially, when you get married, you learn
to love your spouse and fulfilling their requests is part of making them happy. Because Allah Ta'ala is pleased with those women who strive to please their husbands, your motivation to "obey" your husband should come from your desire to obey Allah Ta'ala. InshaAllah, if you keep that
mindset, the obedience becomes easy and will allow your spouse to shower even more love and appreciation on you.
We make the sincere dua that Allah Ta'ala grants you the opportunity to have the blessings of a beautiful marriage, inshaAllah and fulfill the sunnah of Rasulullah (Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam) and live a life of submission towards Allah Ta'ala.
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Desire to go for Hajj/ Umrah
I am an unmarried woman. Recently I have started reciting Darood Sharif daily and found it very pleasant and peaceful for heart. I have got developed great desire these days to perform Haj/umrah. I have started saving money from my monthly budget for performance of Umrah first. My problem is that I am unmarried. My mehrams
are my father and brothers. I can't go alone for this task. I requested them to accompany me. My younger brother has committed that he will go with me
after Eid ul Azha. But his program seems uncertain and doubtful which makes me very restless and disturbing that if he couldn't go then how would I manage all this. I want to go to Allah's home and want to pray for
forgiveness of my sins and pray for all my needs and problems. I want to recite Salat o Salam on the Holy Prophet (P.B.U.H) at His Roza Mubarak (InshaAllah) where He himself answers the Darood as I studied in
the Islamic books. When I find people saying that only those go there who are the closed ones of God and very fortunate, then I feel very frustrated. Plz pray for me that May Allah invite me at His home and shower
His blessings upon me. Also tell me the Duas/Surahs/Wird for the performance of Umrah/Haj soon and for creation and completion of arrangements(Asbab) of Pilgrimage. Plz pray and guide.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
It is the quality of a believer that he/she attributes every decision or occurrence to the will of Allah. Allah in His infinite knowledge and wisdom knows why this happens to you. You should not allow Shaytaan to
deceive you by attributing your condition to other factors and loose focus of Allah. Turn your attention to Allah and beg of Him to make your journey for Umrah possible. In particular, you can perform Salaatul Hajaat, in which the you offer two rakaah nafl salaat to Allah Ta'ala and then recite the following dua:
La ilaha illa Allahul-Haleemu lkareem. Subhana Allahi rabi el-`arshil `azeem. Al-Hamdulilahi rabbi il-`Alameen. As'aluka mujibati rahmatika, wa `aza'ima maghfiratika, wal-`ismata min kuli dhanb, wal ghaneemata min kuli
birr, was-salamata min kuli ithm. La tada` li dhanban illa ghafartahu, wala hamman illa farajtahu, wala hajatan hiya laka ridan illa qadaytaha ya arhama ar-rahimeen.
http://www.islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
If any Muslims would like a want or desire of theirs to be fulfilled, this Method (Dua) is recommended. InshaAllah Allah Ta'ala will aid you and guide you to what is best for you. You can also offer Salaatul Istikhara to ask Allah Ta'ala if this time is the best time for you to go to Hajj or Umrah. InshaAllah, if Allah Ta'ala wills it, then
there will be nothing to stop you from being a guest in His blessed home.
May Allah Ta'ala allow you to be amongst those that are blessed with visiting Baitullah and may He reward you for your desire to visit the Holy cities.
Ameen.
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Depression due to being old and single
I am 40 years old and single. I have prayed for many years for a husband. Also I have used internet matrimonial services for many years, paying for membership myself. As I am now 40 and my childbearing years are ending, I feel like I have God's answer. I am sad that I can't have a husband and children. I feel like I do not have a future. What do I do now? This is the end, isn't it?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
We are very sorry to hear of your plight. Allah Ta'ala knows the wisdom of every action. Sometimes Allah Ta'ala withholds things from his servants because it could be worse for them to have it. This situation comes from
Allah Ta'ala and we should clearly understand that we cannot escape the decision of Allah with regard to any matter in our lives. Whatever Allah Ta'ala decides will happen. We have to have faith in Tafweez (resigning
oneself to the decision of Allah) and Taqdeer (predestination). This is the solution to all our anxieties, depression and worries. As the servants
and slaves of Allah, we should understand that our Master will grant to us only that which is good for us. Our duty and endeavor is that we supplicate and ask Allah, then make the correct Tadbeer (effort) and thereafter leave the final decision to Allah Ta'ala. This brings peace,
contentment and happiness into one's heart. Our advice is that you should condition your heart and generate at least to some extent the favor of Imaan. Conduct Ta'leem, i.e. read some portion from the famous book of
'Fadhaail-e-A'amaal' by Shaykh Zakariyyah (RA) everyday and also search for a Shaykh (spiritual mentor and guide) with whom one can easily relate and attempt to acquire from him the love of Allah, the constant consciousness of His presence and the reality of Tawakkul. If it sincerely
something you desire, then continue to make sincere dua to Allah Ta'ala to grant you your desires and inshaAllah Allah Ta'ala will answer you, whether it is now or in some due time.
May Allah Ta'ala give us all the tawfeeq to submit to His plans for us in this world and may He make us content with Him and our states at all times. Ameen.
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Nikah in secret?
I am a young sister and i have fallen in love with another young Muslim boy. He prays and completes his fard duties, he is a very good person. We do not wish to commit haraam, inshAllah and have decided to do the nikah as soon
as possible. However we are not comfortable with our families knowing about the nikah just yet, as we fear rejection and it is not a good time for them to handle a marriage. We have also made isthikara which was good.
I wanted to ask sister, are we doing right? And should we continue with the nikah?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
We are very happy that you are concerned with protecting yourself from committing a haraam act. However, marriages that are contracted directly by young people bypassing their elders lack blessings and are not
recommended. If your istikhara has come out well, then it is advisable that you humbly approach your parents and perform the nikaah openly so that it is known to them and the community as well. If it is what Allah Ta'ala wills, then inshaAllah He will aid you in your pursuit of marriage.
Please consult your local scholar or Imam as well to see if they would be able to help you with your situation.
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Request for prayer
Please pray for my mother’s health and tell me a dua for her good health. My parents are also in a an acute monetary problem because of which my mother treatment becomes difficult. pls guide me how I can help them. Pls also tell me a dua for barkah in my husband’s and
parent’s earnings. I will be really thankful to you. Allahhafiz.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
May Allah grant your mother good health, long life, easy recovery and cure from all types of sickness! Ameen!
One can pray for whatever purpose he wishes. But the best supplications are the ones made by Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam. These are so comprehensive and all-encompassing prayers that all the human
needs, of this world and the Hereafter, are fully covered in the eloquent expressions used in them. Actually, most of the prophetic prayers are so profound that human imagination can hardly match their greatness.
Regarding sustenance (Rizq), one should remember that whatever is written for man, will reach him.
We should make sure that all our faraaid (compulsory) acts are in order, further, the best way of asking Allah for assistance is through Salaah. We should try not to become despondent or depressed, instead we should remember that Allah will increase our sustenance when the time is right.
Recite Surah Yaseen in the morning and Surah Al-Waqiah every night.
Recite the three Quls i.e. Surah Al-Ikhlas, Surah al-Falaq and Surah An-naas, then dry-spit or blow onto the palms and wipe over yourself. Do this 3 times, morning and evening.
It is also very important to recite Ayatul Kursi.
Seek help from Allah Ta'ala and always trust in him.
When you are anxious than recite this 7 times: "Hasbiyyallahu la ilaha illa huwa alaihi tawakkaltu wa huwa rabbul arshil azeem".
You can also recite "Hasbonallahu wa ni'mal wakeel" 341 times daily.
[Editor’s note: Prayer to ease difficulties at
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Ease_Difficulties2.doc
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nose piercing and Wudu
can you tell me if wuzu is still valid if i have a nose piercing in my nose and leave it in whilst doing wuzu? i am not sure, do i carry out wuzu as normal even though i have a nose peircing? or do we have to take all piercings out.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
If the nose ring is slightly lose in the pierced area, then it is mustahab(or preferred) to remove the nose ring from the piercing. It is not compulsory to move the nose ring around/remove the nose ring from its hole
if it is lose because water will be able to reach the area around and inside the piercing. However, if the nose ring is tight, then it will be wajib (close to fardh) to either remove the nose ring or move the nose ring around in its hole so that water reaches everywhere. Because washing
the entire face once is a fardh of wudhu, it is absolutely necessary to make sure that all parts of the face have been reached with water, including the area in and around a nose ring.
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Prayer of Women – part II
Many of my relatives say that according to sahih hadith there is no difference between the way of performing salah for men and women and quote this hadith
"PRAY AS U HAVE SEEN ME PRAYING"
please answer me according to sahih hadith with reference between different ways of performing salah with sanad.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah.
In the Hanafi school of thought, women have been instructed to contract their bodies in prostration. All the positions in prayer are to be done in the most concealing manner in order to preserve haya (modesty).
It is related from Ali, Radi-Allahu anhu, that when a woman prostrates, she should contract and join her thighs together (Musannaf ibn Abi Shayba,Musannaf Abd al-Razzaq).
Ibn 'Abbas, Radi-Allahu anhu, was asked about the prayer of a woman. He said, "She should contract and come together" (Musannaf ibn Abi Shayba).
It is related from Hasan Basri (may Allah have mercy on him) that a woman should contract in prostration" (Musannaf ibn Abi Shayba).
[Salah for women:
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Merits of Shaban and Shabe-e-Barat
I am from India and back home they celebrate shab-e-barath (middle of Shaban month), people usually pray the whole night, I used to do that when I was in India too, but after I came to USA, got to know that there is no such thing. I am confused about this. Can you please tell me is there any
kind of significance associated to 15th of Shaban month, am sure praying can be done any time but is it recommended to pray that particular night and celebrate it as shab-e-barath? Please let me know about this.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Sha'ban is one of the meritorious months for which we find some particular instructions in the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam. It is reported in the authentic ahadith that Prophet Muhammad,
Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, used to fast most of the month in Sha'ban. These fasts were not obligatory on him but Sha'ban is the month immediately preceding the month of Ramadan. Therefore, some preparatory measures are suggested by Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam.
Some of these are given below:
1. The blessed companion Anas, Radi-Allahu anhu, reports that Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, was asked, "Which fast is the most meritorious after the fasts of Ramadan?" He replied, "Fasts of Shaban inhonor of Ramadan."
2. The blessed companion Usama ibn Zaid, Radi-Allahu anhu, reports that he asked Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam: "Messenger of Allah, I have seen you fasting in the month of Sha'ban so frequently that I have
never seen you fasting in any other month." Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, replied: "That (Sha'ban) is a month between Rajab and
Ramadan which is neglected by many people. And it is a month in which an account of the deeds (of human beings) is presented before the Lord of the universe, so, I wish that my deeds be presented at a time when I am in a
state of fasting."
3. Ummul Mu'mineen 'Aishah, Radi-Allahu anha, says, "Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, used to fast the whole of Sha'ban. I said to him, 'Messenger of Allah, is Sha'ban your most favorite month for fasting?' He said, 'In this month Allah prescribes the list of the persons dying this year. Therefore, I like that my death comes when I am in a state of fasting."
4. In another Tradition she says, "Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, would sometimes begin to fast continuously until we thought he would not stop fasting, and sometimes he used to stop fasting until we thought he would never fast. I never saw the Messenger of Allah,
Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, fasting a complete month, except the month of Ramadan, and I have never seen him fasting in a month more frequently than he did in Sha'ban."
5. In another report she says, "I never saw the Messenger of Allah, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, fasting in a month so profusely as he did in the month of Sha'ban. He used to fast in that month leaving only a few days, rather, he used to fast almost the whole of the month."
6. Ummul-Mu'mineen Umm Salamah, Radi-Allahu anha, says: "I have never seen the Messenger of Allah fasting for two months continuously except in the months of Sha'ban and Ramadan."
These reports indicate that fasting in the month of Sha'ban, though not obligatory, is so meritorious that Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, did not like to miss it.
But it should be kept in mind that the fasts of Sha'ban are for those persons only who are capable of keeping them without causing deficiency in the obligatory fasts of Ramadan. Therefore, if one fears that after fasting in Sha'ban, he will lose strength or freshness for the fasts of
Ramadan and will not be able to fast in it with freshness, he should not fast in Sha'ban, because the fasts of Ramadan, being obligatory, are more
important than the optional fasts of Sha'ban. That is why Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, himself has forbidden the Muslims from fasting one or two days immediately before the commencement of Ramadan. The blessed Companion Abu Hurairah, Radi-Allahu anhu, reports
Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, to have said, "Do not fast after the first half of the month of Sha'ban is gone."
According to another report Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam has said: "Do not precede the month of Ramadan with one or two fasts."
The essence of the above-quoted ahadith is that Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, himself used to fast most of the month of Sha'ban, because he had no fear of developing weakness or weariness before the commencement of Ramadan. As for others, he ordered them not to fast
after the 15th of Sha'ban for the fear that they would lose their strength and freshness before Ramadan starts, and would not be able to welcome the month of Ramadan with enthusiasm.
The Night of Bara'ah:
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Another significant feature of the month of Sha'ban is that it consists of a night which is termed in Shariah as "Laylatul-bara'ah" (The night of
freedom from Fire). This is the night occurring between 14th and 15th day of Sha'ban. There are certain traditions of Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, to prove that it is a meritorious night in which the
people of the earth are attended by special Divine mercy. Some of these traditions are quoted as follows:
1. Ummul-Mu'mineen 'Aishah, Radi-Allahu anha, is reported to have said, "Once Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, performed the Salah of the night (Tahajjud) and made a very long Sajdah until I feared that he
had passed away. When I saw this, I rose (from my bed) and moved his thumb (to ascertain whether he is alive). The thumb moved, and I returned (to my place). Then I heard him saying in Sajdah: 'I seek refuge of Your forgiveness from Your punishment, and I seek refuge of Your pleasure from
Your annoyance, and I seek Your refuge from Yourself. I cannot praise You as fully as You deserve. You are exactly as You have defined Yourself.' Thereafter, when he raised his head from Sajdah and finished his salah, he
said to me: 'Aishah, did you think that the Prophet has betrayed you?' I said, 'No, O Prophet of Allah, but I was afraid that your soul has been taken away because your Sajdah was very long.' He asked me, 'Do you know
which night is this?' I said, 'Allah and His Messenger know best.' He said, 'This is the night of the half of Sha'ban. Allah Almighty looks upon His slaves in this night and forgives those who seek forgiveness
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Istekhara for Marriage
How to do Istekhara for Marriage?
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First of all, you should do istikhara to find out whether that person is right for you or not. you can pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah. This is a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a. The Dua's can be
found in Du'a books. A good Du'a book that has been translated in various languages is Al-Hisnul Haseen. The most preferred time for this prayer is the last portion of the night before the fajr prayer. But you can pray it
at other times too.
It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala bestow on us another bounty, or grant us relief from a difficulty, or a reward is given to us in the Akhirah in place of it. Alhamdulillah,
Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not be hasty or ungrateful.
In addition, it is important to research and read books and articles on marriage so that we look for the qualities in a man that are pleasing to Allah Ta'ala. There are articles on this website too. Do read them and arm yourself with the knowledge of Deen.
May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolness of your eyes. Ameen!
Editor's note: Du'a for Istikhara:
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Parents do not agree on this marriage
a. [Regarding a love marriage], as I insisted my parents spoke to his mother on phone and that ended in a heated discussion.
b. i have a problem regarding having a nikah with a man who is pious and i want to marry but my parents don’t accept it because he doesn’t have a job. we are both young but we are ready for this and were both practicing Muslims. I told my parents and i have been threatened by them.
. And they are choosing another man with a degree, when i only want a pious man and they know i don’t want that, but they are gonna make me marry their choice, despite
knowing force isnt right. But the man i want to marry has a job now and its stil difficult for me to marry him and i have done istikhara and i have a positive sign of the man i want to marry. I am confused in how to marry this man as my parents are not pleased with me doing istikhara. does
this mean i can’t marry him because of my parents, but if i do, I am rejecting Allah. So, sister advise me in this situation
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
We suggest you to pray Salaatul Hajat, which Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) told the Companions to perform when they are faced with a need.
One should perform ablution in the Sunnah manner and then offer two rakaat of salaah with complete devotion. After this, one should praise Allah with the recitation of His most glorious names, then recite Durood Sharief, and then recite the following dua:
La ilaha illalLahul-Haleemul-kareem. Subhana Allahi rabi el-`arshil `azeem.
Al-Hamdulilahi rabbi il-`Alameen. As'aluka mujibati rahmatika, wa `aza'ima maghfiratika, wal-`ismata min kuli dhanb, wal ghaneemata min kuli birr,
was-salamata min kuli ithm. La tada` li dhanban illa ghafartahu,wala hamman illa farajtahu, wala hajatan hiya laka ridan illa qadaytaha ya arhama ar-rahimeen.
http://www.islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
(There is no god but Allah, the Ever-Clement, the Most Generous. I celebrate the Glory of Allah, the Lord of the Magnificent Throne. All praise and thanks are due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. I beseech You, seeking that which will draw me closer to Your mercy, and that which will make certain for me Your Forgiveness. O Allah, grant me protection against any sin, and a share of every virtue. Do not leave me a sin without forgiving it, a worry without relieving me of it, or a need that meets with Your pleasure without providing for it, O Most Merciful Lord.)
After reciting the above dua, beseech Allah Ta’ala regarding one’s needs and desires.
We would advise you not to be hasty in expecting your duas or wishes to be fulfilled. Things happen according to the will of Allah . If a prayer is delayed in being answered, then that is what is best for us at the time. If it is not answered in this world, then it is kept for the Aakhirah, where its rewards will benefit us.
Our hearts will be content with the decree of Allah and we will not fall into depression when we accept that whatever happens, happens because Allah decreed it and Allah decrees what is best for us.
Further, we should follow all the commands of Allah S.W.T, like faraaid (salaah etc) and take precaution in abstaining from the prohibitions of Allah S.W.T and his Prophet S.A.W.
If our life is in accordance to the commands of Allah, surely he will accept our duas and his help will be with us
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Baby Name
How should we name the new born? Is there a way from Quran to find out the first letter of baby's name ?
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Baarakallah, May Allah Ta'ala grant you a child that will be the coolness of your eyes. It is very important to select good, beautiful and meaningful names for one's child. Rasul sallallahu alaihi wa sallam is reported to
have said, "On the Day of Qiyaamah, people will be called by their names and the names of their fathers. Therefore a good name must be selected."(Abu Dawud)
Rasulullah sallallhu alaihi wa sallam also said "Allah the exalted likes best the names Abdullah and Abdur Rahman". (Muslim)
It is also desirable to keep the names of Prophets (AS), companions of the prophet S.A.W or pious scholars.
There are many resources that you may use to select a good and beautiful name for your child. One resource for Islamic names is
http://www.islameasy.org/islamic-names.php
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Smoking
Are you allowed to smoke or use weed and stuff like that in Islam?
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It should be understood that all types of intoxicants and drugs are impermissible (haraam) in Islam (that includes alcohol, weed, etc). The smoking of cigarettes is makrooh tahreemi (extremely disliked act) due to its harmful effects on the body, it can harm others, it is a waste of
money, etc. All such things should be avoided and if one is a culprit of consuming these drugs and intoxicants, one should immediately seek forgiveness from Allah Ta'ala and refrain from using it ever again.
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Looking at Quran online while in menstruation
when a girl/woman has haiz, is she exempted from Qur'an reading like she is for Salaat? What i want to say is that, can't she continue reading the Qur'an like she did when she was not in the state of Haiz? and if it if forbidden to do that, Can she look for a Qur'an online and continue her daily reading? JazaKAllah
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Yes, a female should not read the Quran during menstruation. Yes she can look at the Quran and listen to it but cannot recite it with her tongue or touch the ayats.
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Dua for Rain
Can I get the dua for when it rains?
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The dua when rain falls is as following:
Allahumma Sayyiban Nafi'an.
Oh Allah, may this rain bring blessings.
The duas for all occasions can be found on our website through the following link:
http://islameasy.org/Duaas-for-all-occasion.htm
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Going for Umrah with menstruation
What procedure should I use to stop menstruation for the month when going Umrah? My cycle starts on the day I plan to go.
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We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah.
The only legitimate way of stopping menstruation is medically through the use of birth control pills. However, the process of the body getting used to this medication takes about 2 months (consult your Doctor as appropriate), which I am not sure that you have time to do.
In the event that you start your menstruation cycle while going for Umrah, the following should be done. You should make the niyyah of ihram and put on the ihram. You should make sure to follow all the rules of ihraam (do not cut the hair, trim the nails, harm or kill any creature, etc). Because you are in a state of haydh (menstruation), you do not offer Salaath. It is also impermissible to enter the Haram Shareef.
Once your menstruation cycle is complete, perform ghusl. Then proceed to do Tawaaf, Sa’ee (between Safah and Marwah) and then do halaq (cut the prescribed amount of the hair). After fulfilling the rites of Umrah, inshaAllah your Umrah will be complete.
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Dua for Non-Muslims
Is it right to say allamdulillah , jajaakallah, etc. to non-Muslim friends, or using these words during a talk with non-Muslim?
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We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah.
It is ok so say Alhamdulillah around non-Muslims. However, it is best to refrain from saying "Assalaamu Alaikum" or “Jazak Allah” to them because both are in essence duas you bestow on Muslims. One dua you can make for a non-Muslim is a dua that Allah Ta’ala grants them guidance and hidayah.
In order to show good manners (akhlaaq), though, one may greet a non-Muslim with a kind dua such as “May Allah grant you righteousness and guidance.”
And instead of saying "Jazak Allah", you may use words such as “Thank you” to show your gratitude.
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Assisting parents
When I was 7 years old my mother died and after six month my father got a second marriage. Since then my father has not been caring much about us, but anyhow I got education and good job too. Although I was supporting my family financially but my father was not happy with me with any respect and asked me to leave my home. I left my home and am staying with wife and kids, but yet they are asking for financial help despite of he is having enough property as well balance.
Should I give him now or should I help him at really his crisis time?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah.
Despite your father having enough property and a well balance, helping and giving to one’s parents will only increase the barakah in your life and sustenance. As long as you can afford to give financial aid to your father and still provide for your family, you should try your best and give what you can to your father. InshaAllah, Allah Ta’ala will reward you for your kindness and obedience to your father and will only increase you in your status in this world and the next.
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Woman’s Prayer
I read in the books that woman prayer is different than man, when she does sajdah (prostate), her hands should touch the ground, what about the Hadith in close meaning that don't do sajdah like a dog. Please explain. I follow the hanafi fiqh.
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We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah.
In the Hanafi school of thought, women have been instructed to contract their bodies in prostration. All the positions in prayer are to be done in the most concealing manner in order to preserve haya (modesty).
It is related from Ali, Radi-Allahu anhu, that when a woman prostrates, she should contract and join her thighs together (Musannaf ibn Abi Shayba, Musannaf Abd al-Razzaq).
Ibn 'Abbas, Radi-Allahu anhu, was asked about the prayer of a woman. He said, "She should contract and come together" (Musannaf ibn Abi Shayba).
It is related from Hasan Basri (may Allah have mercy on him) that a woman should contract in prostration" (Musannaf ibn Abi Shayba).
As far as the following hadith is concerned in which the Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) said, "Be reposeful in prostration and do not rest your forearms on the ground as a dog does," (Bukhari, Muslim), this prohibition does not extend to women since they have been instructed to contract in prostration, which includes placing the arms on the ground. This is further supported by a version of this narration in Sahih Muslim, which states that "the Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) prohibited that a man spread his forearms like a beast" - hence, excluding women (see Radd al-muhtar 1:432).
(Reference taken from Salah of Women By Shaykh Abdurrahman ibn Yusuf,authentic scholar and instructor at Darul Uloom Bury, UK)
[Editor's note: please review 'Salah for Women'
http://www.islameasy.org/perform-salaah-correctly.php#forwomen
]
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Wife’s earning
If the wife is also earning in addition to her husband, how should she behave with regard to her earnings? What does Islamic teachings say?
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We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah.
Firstly, a wife may only work if no rule of Shariah is violated (mingling with men, etc).
In terms of how a wife behaves in terms of her own earnings, and in general, what each spouse earns is theirs, and the other has no right over such earnings (husband does not have rights over wife’s earnings, and wife has no rights over husband’s earnings). It is the duty and responsibility of the husband to maintain his wife (provider her with proper food, clothing, and shelter with his earnings) even if she is earning herself. As long as a husband maintains her wife in these regards, she has no other right over his wealth. This is from the legal aspect.
Morally, each spouse should be accommodative and spend freely on the other even though they are not obliged to.
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Son has drinking habit
My son drinks and then drives, I am scared but he won’t listen to me please tell me some du’a so he stop doing all this and take interest in religion.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah.
The following duas have been related by our pious elders as a means of asking Allah Ta’ala to help you with your situation.
In order to have your spouse and children be more inclined to Deen and piety, it is recommended that the following dua be made with sincerity after every Fardh salaah.
Rabbana hab lana min azwajina wa dhuriyyatina qurrata A'yunin waj'alna lil-muttaqina imama. (Our Lord! grant us in our mates and offspring the joy of our eyes and make us patterns for those who guard against evil.)
The duas of a parent for their child are also extremely helpful, so continue to make sincere dua to Allah Ta’ala that he helps guide your son back to the straight path and allows him to stop drinking. We also recommend, that if the situation is out of control, that he seeks professional help, including counseling and treatment.
May Allah Ta’ala make it easy for you and may He continue to forgive his Ummah for our shortcomings. Ameen!
[Editor's note:
Read books of virtues (like Muntakhab Ahadith) with your family for 5-10 minutes every evening.
Bring some gift of Islamic books of virtues, Du’a and zikr for your family to read at home.
If there is a gathering for Taleem (Islamic knowledge to increase faith and good deeds) encourage your family to attend. Your masjid Imam and community may help you find such programs.]
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Marriage with a man of other faith
1. Can a Muslim girl marry a boy of another cast, i.e. a hindu?
2. After marrying can she still offer namaz and fast?
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We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah.
A Muslim woman cannot marry a man who belongs to another religion. She can only marry a Muslim man. If a Muslim woman marries a non-Muslim man, her marriage WILL NOT BE VALID and whatever relations she has with that man will amount to sinning. She can still offer her salaah and fasts, but again, any contact with that man will be a sin on her part.
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Want to become Alimah and learn Tajweed
I WOULD LOVE TO BECOME AN AALIMAH AND ALSO LEARN QURAN IN PROPER WORDING, I TRY VERY HARD AND FEEL NOW IS MY TIME BUT EVERYTIME I TRY TO SIGN MYSELF FOR AALIMAH COURSE AND TAJWEED A SITUATION ARISES AND IM NOT ABLE TO. I ALSO HAVE 3 BOYS 6YRS, 4YRS, 2YRS CANNOT PAY FOR BABY SITTER AND MY FAMILY IN ANOTHER COUNTRY, SO IT IS VERY HARD. SOMETIMES I THINK I AM NOT MENT TO BE AN ALIMAH, OR LEARN TAJWEED ALTHOUGH I READ BOOKS TO GAIN KNOWLEDGE AND READ QURAN AT HOME. I AM VERY CONFUSED AND UPSET AS MY FRIENDS ARE BEOMING ALIMAHS AND LEARNING TAJWEED. JAZAKALLAH FOR YOUR HELP.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Gaining knowledge and the remembrance of Allah: It is obligatory on every male and female to acquire the basic knowledge of Deen. One should know what is Halaal and what is Haraam, and must be able to distinguish between right and wrong.
The angels spread their wings under the feet of a person seeking the knowledge of Deen. The animals in the jungle, the birds in the air and the fish in the sea make Du’a of forgiveness for him.
You may visit www.rahmatealam.org for online programs.
[Editor’s note: Tajweed (pronunciation rules) and last Juz color-coded
http://www.islameasy.org/JuzAmma_Viewer.html
In the meantime, read authentic basic books which are meant for Muslims and practice upon them. These books can be bought from an Islamic bookstore. It is very important to read books written by good scholars. Please consult a scholar in your town if you have any doubts about the book, the author, or what is written in it.
Secondly, be practical on whatever you have learnt. Practicing on whatever you know, will be the perfect invitation to your family members, who will watch you closely.
And last but not least, make Dua to Allah. He is our creator, He gives us blessings and He gives us tests, only He has the power to make our lives better. Ask Him for every need that you have, and make this your habit in times of happiness or sorrow. After all, He is All-hearing, All-seeing.
Make Dua, do your faraidh and sunnahs, avoid committing any sins and recite "Rabbi zidni ilma" and "Rabbish-Rahli Sadri li Wa Yassirli Amri wah lul Uqdatam-Mil-lisaani yafqahu qauli" as often as you can.
May Allah Grant you beneficial knowledge, steadfastness in deen and happiness in life.
May Allah Grant you the ability to convey the message of peace, the sacred and enlightened values of Islam, its rituals and teachings for success in this life and the Hereafter, for the benefit of mankind. Aameen.
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Cure for a relationship which did not lead to Marriage
..He asked me (alone), I want you to be my wife, will you be my wife, please say Qabul. I said yes, I want to be your wife and I said Qabul. Doesn’t our acceptation count for anything like we are married now, or something like that?
His parents don’t want him to marry (the Nikaah or marriage ceremony did not take place). Now he (also refuses to marry and) says how can I go anywhere if the parsons who raised me - my abba amma, do not agree?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
We hope that this reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen.
If the conditions of Nikah are not fulfilled, continued love relationship between a male and female who are non-Mahram is not permissible.
In order for a nikaah to be valid, it needs to be conducted in front of two witnesses and there should be an agreement of a mahr (dowry) amount to be given to the bride at this time. Just by two people saying it to each other will not count towards an actual nikaah occurring.
If you have developed a love for a non-Mahram (as you have indicated), and marriage is not possible (such as one partner deceived after some time, parents do not agree, etc), then steps MUST be taken to cure the heart from this love and desires which cannot be fulfilled.
First, a person should disassociate, or detach, themselves from that person and get rid of anything that reminds you about that person (gifts, letter/communication, messages). Do not go close to any such thing which reminds you of that person. Guard your thoughts as well and keep yourself busy with a positive activity.
Developing a love for Allah Ta’ala is extremely important. The human heart is the center of emotions and feelings. It tells us what it desires and works with the mind to dictate good and evil actions. To safeguard our hearts and to become beloved to Allah, it is necessary that we turn our love only into the love of Allah, our Creator and Sustainer. Humans love someone based on beauty, excellence, perfectness in knowledge, etc. Allah Ta’ala has the perfection of such qualities, and to Him all love should be directed.
Learning a life of piety will also help you in this situation. Observe hijaab completely. protect your honor and the blessings Allah has bestowed upon you. Convert time into gold. TODAY is the day of action, rush to do good deeds. Repentance and asking forgiveness can clean up mistakes of the past, and good intentions lead us to a golden future inshaAllah.
It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to correct out mistakes; we may turn to Allah and beg for his forgiveness. To bring ease into one’s heart, one should make sincere tawbah/repentance for one’s sins. One should immediately abstain from the sin, regret and wish one had never indulged in the sin, and to make a determined niyyah to never return to the sin.
Allah Ta’ala is surely all-Merciful and all-Forgiving and is always ready to accept the repentance of His slaves, inshaAllah.
At this time, our advice, along with the above, is to review your life pattern and check to see how many ways you can come closer to Allah. When one corrects their relationship with Allah, Allah Ta’ala will correct his relationship with the rest of creation inshaAllah.
For extra duas and recommended readings, please visit the IslamEasy website. If you are particularly feeling depressed and saddened in this situation, please read the following booklet by Shaykh Yunus Patel titled
“Cure for Depression”: http://islameasy.org/pdf/Cure_for_Depression.pdf
For dua-e-istikhaara, you do not need to have the dua memorized by heart. You offer two rakah nafl of salatul istikhara, and in the first rakat it is preferable to recite surah Kafiroon after surah fatihah and in the second rakat it is preferable to recite surah Ikhlas. After you finish the salat, call upon Allah in His glorious names and attributes, recite durood, and then read (from a book or paper) Dua-e-istikhara.
May Allah Ta’ala put ease in all your affairs and relieve you of any hardships. Ameen.
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Six qualities to bring Islam into my life
Could you please describe how to speak about six points (qualities) in a gathering of sisters for Taleem?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
We hope that this message reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen.
A simple way to describe the essential qualities of Da’wah is as follows:
[Editor’s note: For a reference of Ahadith and motivational facts mentioned here, one may refer to ‘Muntakhab Ahadith’, some parts of that book are in English books download section]
Believing in the oneness of Allah: The first quality was the quality of Iman. The kalima Lailaha Illallah Muhammadur Rasulullah, means that there is none worthy of worship but Allah and Muhammed Sallallahu alaihi wasallam is the messenger of Allah.
To offer the five prayers daily: The second quality which the Sahaba possessed was the quality of salaah. The first and foremost thing ordained by Allah Ta’ala after Iman was salaah, and the first thing to be reckoned for on the day of Qiyamah will be salaah. Salaah is a means by which a person comes closer to Allah Ta’ala, and also a means of taking from the treasures of Allah Ta’ala. Allah Ta’ala will grant five favors to a person who performs his salaah on time with concentration and devotion:
1. His rizq (sustenance) will be made easy.
2. He will be safe from the punishment of the grave.
3. He will receive his book of deeds in his right hand.
4. He will cross the bridge of Siraat with the speed of lightning.
5. He will enter Jannah without any reckoning.
Gaining knowledge and the remembrance of Allah:
It is obligatory on every male and female to acquire the basic knowledge of Deen. One should know what is halaal and what is haraam, and must be able to distinguish between right and wrong.
If a person, is in the process of learning Deen, passes away, his status will be just one below the Ambiyaa Alaihimus Salaam. The angels spread their wings under the feet of a person seeking the knowledge of Deen. The animals in the jungle, the birds in the air and the fish in the sea make dua of forgiveness for him.
All the creation of Allah make the zikr of Allah.
Man who is the best of creation must also make the zikr of Allah. The one who makes the zikr of Allah is like a living person and the one who does not make the zikr of
Allah is like a dead person. Zikr creates the consciousness of Allah, that Allah is all- seeing and al- hearing. A person who remembers Allah after Fajr salaah and after Asr salaah is like a person who makes zikr of Allah all day long.
To respect every Muslim:
A person who fulfills the need of a Muslim brother, Allah Ta’ala will grant him 73 rewards. 72 will be kept in the
aakhirah, and with the one reward, Allah will fulfil all his needs of the world.
We must respect the elders and the Ulama and be kind to the youth. The best ikraam one can do for a person during the time of fitnah and fasaad is to guide him onto the right path.
Sincerity of intention:
For every act, one must check one’s intention, that it is only for the pleasure of Allah. A date given in the path of
Allah for the pleasure of Allah will earn great rewards in the hereafter. On the other hand, if a person gave a great sum of money for the sake of show, then he will be taken to task on the day of Qiyaamah. We must check our intentions in the beginning, in the middle and at the end of every
act, thereafter make istighfaar for any shortcoming in our intentions.
Spare time for Dawah:
Nabi Sallallahu alaihi wasallam and the Sahaba
Radiallahu anhum watered the garden of Islam with their life-time sacrifices. Today our Elders and scholars want us to sacrifice only a little of our sweat in the path of
Allah. Alhamdulillah with the effort of Dawah, great positive changes are occurring throughout the world. Hence, let us also give some time in the path of Allah to bring Deen into our lives and into the lives of the whole of mankind till the day of Qiyaamah.
It is our sincerest dua that Allah Ta’ala aids you in your attempts to rectify yourself and bring the word of Islam to others.
And Allah knows best.
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Struggle to wear Complete Hijab
In wearing the niqab, some says the ruling for this is not compulsory, I feel sad as I often get scolded for wearing the niqab. Please help me.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Please note that there will be no hijaab unless and until it is with Niqaab (face covering).
In front of non-Mahram men, it is wajib for a Muslim woman to also cover her face.
This means that if a woman leaves it out, she will be sinful. (Ahkaamul Quran vol.3, pg.476).
You should try to maintain niqaab everywhere and in those places where you feel that you do not have the power to do so you should feel remorseful and repent to Allah immediately. This continuous repentance will inshAllah one day help you do niqaab in all the gatherings. Keep hope and keep asking Allah for forgiveness for all the times you are not able to do so.
A dua that you can also recite is,
"Rabbi yassir walaa tu'assir watammim bil khair. Wabika nasta'een. Ya Fattah, Ya Fattah, Ya Fattah"
which roughly translates to "Oh My Lord, make things easier for me, do not make things difficult for me. Oh my Lord, let my affairs end with goodness and form You do we seek help (Oh Revealer)".
InshaAllah we pray that Allah Ta'ala give you the best of rewards for protecting your beauty and fulfilling His command for the believers to be among those who guard their modesty. Ameen.
[Editor’s note: please review Hijab book and articles at http://islameasy.org/hijab.php and additional answers on this page on the topic of Hijab.
Also, please read “The choice and struggle to wear Hijab“, written by a new Muslim sister, http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/HijabWhy.pdf]
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Dua to remove difficulty
We are always in a situation that we have some problem or worry for us and we don’t know what to read or do. If it's not one thing its is another,my mum reads namaaz 5x day, she reads so much and does dua's for ourfamily, but our problems don’t go away. I would like to know if there is anything like Dua, Surah or something to read to be protected from evil and its doings and be blessed with happiness from Allah. Please help.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
One should remember that whatever is written for man, will reach him.
We should make sure that all our faraaid (compulsory) acts are in order, further, the best way of asking Allah for assistance is through salaah. We should try not to become despondent or depressed, instead we should remember that Allah SWT will increase our sustenance when the time
is right.
Recite the three Quls i.e Surah Al-Ikhlas, Surah al-Falaq and Surah An-naas, then dry-spit or blow onto the palms and wipe over yourself.Do this 3 times, morning and evening.
It is also very important to recite Ayatul Kursi.
Seek help from Allah Ta'ala and always trust in him.
When you are anxious than recite this 7 times: "Hasbiyyallahu la ilaha
illa huwa alaihi tawakkaltu wa huwa rabbul arshil azeem".
You can also recite "Hasbonallahu wa ni'mal wakeel" 341 times daily.
[Editor’s note: Prayer to ease difficulties at http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Ease_Difficulties2.doc]
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Marriage proposal and observing complete Hijab
One of my friends started to wear Niqab when she was 16, now her parents are searching for proposals, so many came and refused, since she was unable to show her face (to the non-Mahram), now she is confused, please give a solution so that Allah will be pleased and she can get married. Jazakallah!
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
There will be no hijaab unless and until it is with Niqaab (face covering). In front of non-Mahram men, it is wajib for a Muslim woman to also cover her face.
This means that if a woman leaves it out, she will be sinful. (Ahkaamul Quraan vol.3 pg.476).
She should try to maintain niqaab everywhere. She should have a strong faith in taqdeer. Insha Allah, soon she will find someone who will accept her with the face covering.
May Allah bless her with a pious husband! Ameen.
[Editor’s note: please review Hijab book and articles at http://islameasy.org/hijab.php and additional answers on this page on the topic of Hijab.
Also, please read “The choice and struggle to wear Hijab“, written by a new Muslim sister, http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/HijabWhy.pdf ]
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Zakah to husband?
can I pay zakat to my husband as he is debt?
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It is not permissible for you to pay zakaat to your husband, even if he is in debt.
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Congregation prayer with sisters only
When some Muslimahs are all alone and its Salaah time, is it allowed that one of these Muslimah lead the congregation or not? That is, to be doing a jamaat only with girls.
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It is makrooh for women only to pray in congregation with a woman leading the Salaat.
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Meaning of Awra
Can you explain the Meaning of Awra (The part of a person's body that must be covered before everybody, except a spouse)?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
We hope this message reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen.
Awrah is considered to be that which is mandatory for every person to cover as commanded by Allah Ta’ala. The awrah of a man is the area from the navel to the knees and the awrah of a woman is everything except the hands, face, and feet. In front of non-Mahram men, according to the Hanafi madhab, it is wajib for a Muslim woman to also cover her face.
The awrah can be exposed to those that are considered one’s mahram, but even in that case, it is better to observe modesty in all situations.
[Editor’s note: please review Hijab book and articles at http://islameasy.org/hijab.php and additional answers on this page on the topic of Hijab.]
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Breaking Wudu?
Is it correct that ablution does not break when a husband touches the wife (not the tempting touch, but just normally)?
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It is narrated in a hadeeth that while Rasulullah (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) was offering his Salaat in the night, Ayesha (radhiyallahu tala anha) touched the feet of Rasulullah with her own and then curled her feet away from his. He continued with his prayer. This hadeeth indicated that even though her husband had touched her in a normal way, his wudhu did not break because he continued on with his Salaah. Therefore, a normal touch of a husband does not break one’s wudhu.
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Looking at a man or woman with intention of marriage
Is a boy/girl allowed to look at girls/boys with the intention of nikah?
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Islam teaches us that when looking for a partner, we should give preference to piety.
It has been narrated on the authority of Abu Hurairah (Radhiyallahu Anhu) that Nabi (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) said, “A women is generally married either for her wealth, her lineage, her beauty or her piety. Be successful by marrying the pious. (Sahih al-Bukhari Vol.6 Pg.150 – Dar al-Fikr)
After having found a suitable girl, the boy could either tell the womenfolk in the family to look at the girl and tell him how she is, or the boy could personally look at the face and hands of the girl. However, it will be permissible for him to look at her only once before marriage and on condition that he really has the intention of marrying her.
This is the proper way to look at a man or woman of interest and intention of nikaah. This should only occur IF A SERIOUS INTENTION IS MADE for nikaah. In other cases, looking at a non-mahram (with desires) is not permissible.
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Depression, Taubah, Istekhara and Salatul Hajat
A sister asking for advice and Istekhara, since her love did not lead to marriage.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
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There are limits in Islam regarding love relationships. Islam does not encourage pre-marriage love relationships between a male and female who are non-Mahram to each other.
You may read 2 Rakah of Nafl Salah, with intention of Taubah, Istekhara and Salatul Hajat. This is performed like any other Salah.
After the Salah, you should recite the following Dua. You may print these pages from web and recite from printed pages or from computer after the Salah. It is not required to memorize these Dua or read it inside Salah.
Taubah (from any act of disobedience and sins)
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/47.htm
Istekhara (Is this matter good for me, or there is something better Allah has kept for me?) The method is described at
http://islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.htm
Salat-ul Hajat
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
(Ask Allah to ease difficulty, clean the heart to focus on good deeds. Also ask Allah to show you if that person was really sincere to you or not).
“Ya Allah! I ask You for Your love, the love of the person who loves You,and the love of that deed which would draw me closer to Your love. Ya Allah! Make Your love more beloved to me than myself, my family, and more beloved than cold water [on a hot day]. Ya Allah! Grant me your love and
the love of that person whose love will benefit me by you.
O Allah! Just as You bestowed me with that which I love, make it a source of help to me in fulfilling all that which You love. O Allah! Whatever You kept away from me of the things which I love [but were harmful for me], make them a source of freedom for me so that I may be able to fulfill all that which You love.”
You may study the following books:
Cure for depression by Shaykh Yunus Patel
http://islameasy.org/pdf/Cure_for_Depression.pdf
Easy Road to Paradise - Golden deeds that lead to success - extracted from a booklet in Urdu ‘Jannat ka Asan Rasta” by Shaykh Mufti Mohammad Rafi Uthmani. http://www.islameasy.org/EasyRoad_Paradise.php]
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Caring for Mother-in-law
I am getting married to a man soon. His mother is widowed and she depends on her 4 children for financial support and also living situations. My fiancé is the youngest child, and also the only one who isn't married or has children yet, so he supports her the most, and she lives with him currently. He is very loving and protective of her. When we get
married, he said she will be staying with us for months at a time, and then with the other siblings for the rest of the time. I don't like this concept, I believe that her stay will cause problems with me and my husband and me and her because she is so dependent. I am very independent, and I don't want anyone staying in my home for long periods of time. Is it wrong of me to think like this? Am I obligated to have her stay and take care of her?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Happy Marriage – Living with Peace and Harmony at Home
“And among His Signs is this, that He created for you wives from amongyourselves, that you may find tranquility in them, and He has put between you affection and mercy. Verily, in that are indeed signs for a people who
reflect.” [Al-Qur’an 30: 21]
May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony!
Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah.
It is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic. At the time of concern and tension in domestic affairs, our advice is to review your life pattern and check to see in how many ways you can come closer to Allah.
One who corrects his relationship with Allah, Allah will correct his relationship with the rest of the creation.
Looking for rights or love?
“Do not go by the book of ‘My Rights’. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights,
or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.
The unfortunate part is that the husband opens the chapter of his rights and the wife opens the chapter of her rights. The parents open the chapter of their rights, and the children, of their rights. The teacher, his rights and the pupils, their rights, and then everyone demands fulfillment
of these rights.
No doubt, rights have been declared so that no person should stop short of their fulfillment, but you cannot have a peaceful society if there is just demand for rights and no fulfillment of corresponding obligations.”
(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998)
Manners and protection of tongue:
From our elders we have learned that the best method and the best du’a to increase the love between the husband and the wife is to obtain great morals and etiquettes and to guard our tongue. By doing both of those, one will be able to attract your spouse into a never ending love.
Sister, please have faith in Allah, insha Allah it will not be a problem for you in future. By caring for an elderly person, her Duas will inshaAllah benefit you in this life and the hereafter.
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Dua for Safety from bad people
Sometime behavior of people around us is so cheep that it is hard to tolerate. So please tell me what to do in this situation as you have no option to leave the surrounding. Also tell some dua for honor and respect, that when we recite people start respecting us, No doubt all honor and
respect is from Allah.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
The following dua can be recited 11 times in the morning and 11 times in the evening:
Allahumma inna najaluka fee nuhurihim wa naozubika min shururihim
May Allah make it easy for you. Ameen
[Editor’s note: Prayer to ease difficulties http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Ease_Difficulties2.doc]
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Marriage counseling II
My mom was at hospital she was having an operation - my brother went to see her ... I also want to be with my mom – but my husband was quite upset and behaving differently saying rude words to me - I want to ask how he should treat me?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Spouses are supposed to speak to each other with kindness, respect and humility. Allah Ta'ala has given both spouses the gift of a partner and in the interest of harmony, they should conduct themselves with dignity.
It is a sign of a poor character when either partner screams at the other. It is a sign of immaturity and weakness rather than an act of kindness being in a win/ lose situation. In order to get respect, one has to earn it. Shouting and screaming at a partner does not beget respect.
Allah Ta'ala has also made it very clear that the husband is the head of the partnership. The husband carries the responsibility for making sure that he is accountable for the actions of his wife and children as far as Allah Ta'ala's laws and commands are concerned.
He should also make responsible and reasonable requests and have realist expectations about what they can and cannot do. He should avoid arbitrary decisions, for even our Nabi (sallAllahu alayhi wassallam) consulted with his pious wives on important matters that related to their relationship. He also displayed kindness and tolerance towards them. It has to be always important to remember that both partners may err from time to time. Both are human and apt to not always be in top form from day to day. Each person should see to and be willing to fulfill their partner's needs and take each other's health into consideration. As long as both partners are more concerned about fulfilling each other's rights rather than fighting about or arguing about their own rights all the time, shaitaan will have a small chance of trying to cause grief between the partners. The only time a wife is allowed to disobey her husband is when he makes requests that are against Allah Ta'ala's commandments.
I once again state. It is better to negotiate with each other on issues which may be causing dissatisfaction rather than to make shaitaan happy by shouting at each other. Strive to please Allah Ta'ala and not shaitaan. May Allah Ta'ala guide the couple to work out a middle road in their differences. Ameen.
[editor’s note: Read about Happy Marriage – Living with Peace and Harmony at Home http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php]
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Husband watching bad movies and not fulfilling the rights of marriage
How should she deal with a husband who watches pornographic movies and does not fulfil her rights of marriage anymore? She feels shy to say anything to him about this matter. She has children and believes divorce is not the right option.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Firstly:
do not feel too shy to speak to your husband and advise him about these matters, because speaking to him may be more beneficial and make it easier to find a solution. Exhort him and speak to him in an effective manner such as will reach his heart; remind him of the punishment and wrath of Allah; the torment of Hellfire; remind him of the trust and the responsibility he has towards his wife and children, (as in the hadeeth): “Each of you is a shepherd and each of you is responsible for his flock; the man is the shepherd of his household and is responsible for those under his care.”
One of his rights over you is that you should tell him that what he is doing to you is a sin, and that watching these filthy movies is keeping him away from Allah and from remembering Him. Perhaps he will repent and pay heed to your words. Keep repeating that to him, with wisdom and paying attention to what is in your best interests. If he does not respond, then seek the help of someone who you think he will listen to, such as knowledgeable and righteous people, relatives, friends or anyone who may have some influence over him.
Secondly:
Try to get him to listen to some effective tapes of khutbahs, speeches and lessons, directly or indirectly, and give him some Islamic books, so that maybe his heart will be opened to the truth.
Thirdly:
If none of this has any effect, then appoint an arbitrator from his family and an arbitrator from your family, who you think will be able, by their involvement, to improve the relationship between you and make him give up the evil things he is involved in. These arbitrators should be righteous people, in accordance with the words of Allah
(Interpretation of the meaning):
“If you fear a breach between them (the man and his wife),
appoint (two) arbitrators, one from his family and the other from hers; if they both wish for peace, Allah will cause their reconciliation. Indeed Allah is Ever All-Knower, Well-Acquainted with all things”
[al-Nisaa’ 4:35]
If these two arbitrators wish for peace, then we ask Allah to bring you back together in a good and proper manner and to reconcile you with the best relationship there can be between a husband and wife.
Fourthly:
If the arbitrators cannot achieve a complete reconciliation, then make the following offer to him, if you can be patient and put up with it:
Suggest that he could marry another wife (note: this is applicable only in a country where more than one marriages for a man are allowed), and let you stay with him without any rights as far as the intimate relationship is concerned, on the condition that he gives up his sin and you stay with your children and he spends on you. Allah says (interpretation of the meaning):
“And if a woman fears cruelty or desertion on her husband’s part, there is no sin on them both if they make terms of peace between themselves; and making peace is better” [al-Nisaa’ 4:128]
‘Aa’ishah said: “When Sawdah bint Zam’ah grew old, she gave her day to ‘Aa’ishah, so the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) spent Sawdah’s day with her.” (Narrated by al-Bukhaari, 4914; Muslim, 1463).
Sawdah, may Allah be pleased with her, was one of the wives of the Messenger (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him).
If you do not reach an agreement with him, even something of this nature, and you cannot be patient and put up with it, then you should not think about or suggest divorce except after being sure that that the disadvantages of staying with this man outweigh the disadvantages of separating from him. In this case, you should bear in mind the words
of Allah (interpretation of the meaning):
“But if they separate (by divorce), Allah will provide abundance for everyone of them from His Bounty. And Allah is Ever All-Sufficient for His creatures’ needs, All-Wise” [al-Nisaa’ 4:130]
In this difficult situation, you must turn to Allah and seek His Help and ask for guidance to make the right decision. We remind you again that it is your duty to remind and advise this man in all situations.
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Doubts in religion?
I have been getting waswassa regarding iman, Allah etc. When these thoughts come i try to fix them..sometimes the thoughts are quite bad about the existence of Allah. A few times when this happens i think about these doubts i haven’t verbally accepted these thoughts and feel very
uncomfortable when this happens. I know Islam is the true religion its just shaytan trying to lead me astray i just feel sometimes when i get these thoughts it weakens my iman. What are the conditions of disbelief?
I am just scared i may have thought something wrong and will it affect my nikah? Whenever these thoughts cross my mind i sometimes think about it but always say i do believe in Allah. I m doubting if i may have done or said something wrong.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
Abu Hurayra [radhiAllahu anhu] narrates that Nabi [sallAllahu alayhiwasallam] said, ‘Allah has forgiven my Ummah regarding those Waswasa(whisperings of the Shaytaan) that creep into the heart so long as they donot act upon them or mention them.’ (Mishkaat)
One of the means that the Shaytaan uses to misguide people is by casting doubts and whispers (waswasa) into their hearts. When Shaytaan was rejected, he said:
“My Lord! Give me then respite till the day the (dead) are resurrected.”
[Surah Sawd 38: 79]
The Messenger of Allah Muhammad (SallAllahu ‘alayhi Wassallam) has warned us against some of these things. It says in the hadeeth: “The Shaytaan comes to any one of you and says, ‘Who created such and such? Who created such and such?’ until he says, ‘Who created your Lord?’ If that happens to you, seek refuge with Allah and give up these thoughts.” (Sahih Al-Bukhari)
The Prophet Muhammad (SallAllahu ‘alayhi Wassallam) taught us two important things:
1 – To turn to Allah Ta’ala and seek His protection, and to beseech Him,for He is the most Generous:
“And if an evil whisper comes to you from Shaytaan (Satan), then seek refuge with Allah” [al-A’raaf 7: Ayat200]
2 – To put a stop to this matter and turn away from it, and to keep ourselves busy with other, useful things.
The companions of the Prophet (SallAllahu ‘alayhi Wassallam) came to him complaining about the doubts and waswasa that they were suffering, and said ‘We find in our hearts things that none of us dares utter.’ He (SallAllahu ‘alayhi Wassallam) said, ‘Do you really find that?’ They said, ‘Yes.’ He said, ‘That is clear faith.’ [Sahih Muslim narrated by Abu Hurayrah RadhiyAllahu ‘anhu]
What is meant by his saying ‘That is clear faith’ is that their hatred of that waswasa and their rejecting it was a clear sign of faith.
Alhumdulillah, it is excellent that you have not allowed the waswasa to affect your actions. As stated above, as long as the waswasa is not acted upon, you are not in danger and it will not effect the status of your
nikaah. InshaAllah, if you busy yourself with the remembrance of Allah Ta'ala, continue with your ibaadaat (salaat, reading Qur'an, etc.), you will be able to overcome this waswasa.
And Allah knows best.
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Quran on Friday
can you please tell me if al-khaf surah should be recited on Friday for protection from dajjal, and also which part of this surah should be recited.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen.
Surah Kahf is indeed to be recited on Friday and is said to be a means of protecting oneself against Dajjal. It is best to recite the entirety of Surah Kahf, but if there is some shortage of time, etc. one shoudl read the first ruku and last ruku of the surah.
And Allah knows best.
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Benefits of Istekhara
What is the benefit of Istekhara in marriage selection matter?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem
Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah
The aim of istikhaarah is to ask for guidance from Allah to the better of
two matters concerning which one is hesitating, because guidance and help
come from Allah. He knows and we do not know; He is the Knower of the
unseen. The one who relies on himself will go astray, and the one who trusts in his own reasoning and does not seek the help of his Lord will be doomed.
It is also important to understand that doing istikaarah does not mean not doing any other efforts. Instead one should take every other possible action such as researching and investigating the matter to one's best ability, as well as seeking advice from knowledgeable and experienced people, parents and elders etc.
Du'a for Istikhara: http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.html
And Allah knows best.
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Hair color II
I am using a hair color dark brown like other variety of colors are available here, some sisters said you can not have wudu with these colors on because some chemicals make the coating on the hairs. I want to know if this is tru