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Ask Alimah - Question & Answers
Taubah from bad habitsA sister seeks advice for her other sisters who have adopted bad habits in society. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah In the Name of Allah, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful “Say: "O Ibadee (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.” [Al-Qur’an 39: 53] May Allah protect the sisters and all Muslims in the world! 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. Verse 100 of Surah Al-Meada (Para 6 – Surah 5). The translation is as follows: Say "Not equal are AlKhabeeth (all that is evil and bad things, deeds, beliefs, persons, foods, etc.) and AtTaiyib (all that is good things, deeds, beliefs, persons, foods, etc.), even though the abundance of Al-Khabeeth (evil) may please you. So fear Allah much ((abstain from all kinds of sins and evil deeds which He has forbidden) and love Allah much (perform all kinds of good deeds which He has ordained)), O men of understanding in order that you may be successful. A. Dua and Payers: --------------------------- Make Du’a for your sisters after every Salah: May Allah give them the ability to make Taubah and make them pious women! May Allah stop them from bad deeds and keep Shaitaan away from them! May Allah bless them with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! 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 Munajaat-e-Maqbool http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your sisters. B. Environment of pious people: ------------------------------------------ Find a pious Shaykh near your area and contact him periodically with intention to acquire the love of Allah Almighty. Listen to lectures and read books on life of piety, virtues of repentance, respect and honor of Muslim women. Read books of virtues (like Muntakhab Ahadith) with your sisters for 5-10 minutes every evening. Muntakhab Ahadith: http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Hereafter.pdf C. Clean home environment: --------------------------------------------- Make an effort to remove any bad literature, digests, TV, pictures and movies from your home. Bad things only take the Ummah to a path of immodesty and problems in this world and hereafter. The Influence and Effects of TV 1 www.islameasy.org/pdf/TV_Effects1.pdf The Influence and Effects of TV 2 www.islameasy.org/pdf/TV_Effects2.pdf D. Sisters should get married soon: ------------------------------------------------ When reaching appropriate age and a suitable match (a practicing Muslim), the sisters should be married. Your masjid Imam and pious elders in the community may help find suitable matches. Recommended Readings: ------------------------------------ Virtues of Taubah (Repentance): http://islameasy.org/K202_Tawba.php http://islameasy.org/K_Repentance.php Status of Woman in Islam ---------------------------------- http://www.islameasy.org/K225_WomenInIslam.php Islam is the only religion which has given woman the status in accordance to her nature and determined her rights and duties according to her personality. Islam gave woman that dignity which no other ideology or faith has ever given. This 3-part lecture series talks about the status and role of women in society, removes misconceptions and shows how Islam elevates the status of a daughter, sister, wife and mother. May Allah, the All Wise, All Merciful protect the sisters and the Ummah! Ameen! And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Hair dye and TaharahMy hair started turning grey when I was 22yrs, now I need to color my hairs, but I heard that using hair dyes is not correct as the wudu and ghusl will not be done if some one hairs are dyed, instead one can use Hina to color hair. I want to know either it is correct or not. Many of our Muslim sisters use hair dye either because of grey hairs or just to change their hair color. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Most of the hair dyes contains animal byproducts, which could be haram. And even if you find one which contains synthetic material, you will have to check with the company whether that dye will just color the hair or it will perform a coat on top of a hair. If it will just color, then you are allowed to use it, but if it will be a coat then your Ghusl will not be completed. That is why it is better to use Hina to color hair. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Mother praying for the son who passed awayHow do we pray for a person after he dies? My son died. I want to know the best possible manner to pray and how I can make charity for him? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Isaal-e-Sawaab (to perform a virtuous act and grant the reward to any person, alive or deceased) is permissible. Making abundant dua is especially beneficial for those that have passed away, and they should be included in the duas one recites after every Salaah. Any sort of charity of any amount, given with the intention of the rewards being sent to one that has passed away, is also very beneficial. There are no specific or better forms of these acts. Any kind of charity and dua will InshaAllah benefit the one that has passed away. In summary, one can perform Nafl prayers, Nafl fasting, give Sadaqa, read Qur’an, do Nafl Hajj/Umrah and other good deeds with the intention to send blessings, make Dua and pass its reward to the deceased, people who passed away. These are recommended ways to continuously send blessings to the deceased. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Simple Marriage exampleHow was Sayyidah Fatima (RA) was sent to the house of Sayyidina Ali after marriage ? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah The marriage of Sayyidah Fatima (RA) and Sayyidina Ali (RA) was one of great barakah, simplicity, and is the premier example of the best Muslim wedding. The nikaah ceremony was performed by Nabi (SAW) with a several Sahaba as witness. The mehr given, also known as Mahr al-Fatimi was 480 Dirhams (silver coins), which is approximately 47 ounces of silver. When the announcement was complete, dates were distributed. When it came time for Faatimah (RA) to go to Ali (RA)’s house, she departed from her beloved father’s home without any noise, procession, or lavish ceremony. She was accompanied by Umm Ayman (RA). It was after the Isha salaat that her father, the Prophet (SAW), came to their house. The gift she received from her father after she married included very basic household items, including a waterskin, sheets, a pillow, etc. This is how the blessed marriage of the pious Fatimah (RA) and Ali (RA) took place. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Salah and the order of Surahs to reciteConcerning my Salah (namaz), when reading 4 fard do I just recite fatiah and then 1 surah after in the 1st and 2nd rakat only? or in all 4 rakat I recite fatiah and surah? and in Sunnah, I recite fatiah and surah in all 4 rakats. Also the surahs I read – do they have to be in the order of the Quran e.g. al-ikhlas and then al-falaq, or can I read al-kafiroon and then al-ikhlas? I have heard also that the surahs read after al fatiah should be longest to shortest but if reading in the order of the quran, if I read ikhlas first and then an-nas it is shortest to longest? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah When performing 4 rakat FARD Salaah, in the first two rakats, you will recite Surah Al-Fatiha first and then any other surah. For the last two rakats, you only have to recite Surah Al-Fatiha. When performing 4 rakat SUNNAH salaah, in ALL FOUR RAKATS, you must recite Surah Al-Fatiha and any other surah. It is proper to recite the surah in order as they appear in the Qur’an. It is makruh (undesirable) to read it out of order. The salaat will be valid, but once again, it is undesirable to read the surahs out of order. It is only in the first rakah of Fajr salaah that the Surah should be longer than the second rakats. For all other salaats, the Surah of the rakaats should be more or less equal. If they are longer or shorter by one or two verses, there is no harm in this. However, one should remember that it is proper to recite the surahs in order as they appear in the Quran. If you read Surah Ikhlas first, then one should either recite Surah Falaq or Surah Naas in the second rakaat. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Unable to keep Wudu for SalahAs soon as I go to do wudu (ablution) and finish, my wudu breaks really quicker and its very irradiating as I cannot perform Salat and read Quran properly. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam 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) We hope we have removed all doubts. Please do not hesitate to ask further questions. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Wudu with earringsIs it necessary to put water inside pierced nose and ears when doing wudu and farz Ghusl..I try putting water through the pierced places but its hard to tell if water has passed through Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Yes it is necessary to put water inside pierced nose and ears while performing Wudu and especially in fardh ghusl. In your case, I would say just rotate the nose pin and earrings while pouring water, Insha Allah it will pass through. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Unknown Wazifah for MarriageI prayed a wazifa for falling in love, but now I have voices inside my head, anxiety and panic disorder. What should I do? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah I never heard about this kind of wazifah from my elders. That’s why I cannot say anything about it. 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. http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.htm 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! And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Husband watching bad moviesMy husband watches porn movies which I don’t like we have fights and don’t have any relationship for the last 2 months. I have 2 daughters. My husband is very caring and takes care of me and fulfills my every wish but his watching porn movies creates a barrier I want some duas or wazifas to read so that he can stop doing wrong things. Please help me. I am confused and want to save my marriage from breaking. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! There is a great reward for patience at the time of difficulty. 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. Marriage is a great Sunnah while divorce is disliked by 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. “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) 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. Having a TV in house is a source of problems. Here are two very important articles on harmful effects of keeping TV in a house. www.islameasy.org/pdf/TV_Effects1.pdf www.islameasy.org/pdf/TV_Effects2.pdf Please also review the “Ruling on music” on this page (http://www.islameasy.org/ask_alimah_answers_new.php) However, it may not be easy to overcome the habit of watching TV in a short time. You will need to start making Taleem in your home with a book of virtues, like Muntakhab Ahadith which is available on this page http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php For example, after a Salah, sit down with your husband and children and read Hadith for 5-10 minutes form the following: virtues of Quran http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/MA_Virtues_Quran.pdf virtues of Tau’bah (Repentance): Tau’bah http://islameasy.org/K202_Tawba.php Repentance http://islameasy.org/K_Repentance.php You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur’an 30: 21] Make special Dua for your Husband, after each prayer (Salah): May Allah make a him a pious person, give him the ability to make Taubah, forgive his faults, have mercy on him, elevate his status, bless him with knowledge of Deen, piety, generosity…. Ameen! Sister whatever he is doing, that is his personal act, try to make dua for him. May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! Ameen. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department How to be a good Muslim wife?I let shaytan (Devil) play with me, meaning I argue with my husband... whenever he don’t take me out I am angry, what can I do ? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam 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. 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. “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) 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. May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! Ameen. You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur’an 30: 21] May Allah SWT will make it easy for you. Ameen! [Editor’s note] 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 And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Help earthquake victimsCan we help a non Muslim country? If a non-Muslim country e.g. Haiti have earthquake can we help them or any other non Muslim countries who have calamities can we Muslim help them? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Yes sister you can help them, since humanity does not come from religion alone and non Muslims are also Allah’s creation and if they need help, it is our duty to aid them in any way, regardless of their beliefs. May Allah reward you for your good intentions Ameen Serving humanity - Islam's mission http://islameasy.org/K_Serving_Humanity.php And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Reciting the Noble Quran with TajweedI am unsure if I am reading the Quran correctly, I think I am because I am reading how I did aftet I was taught at the masjid. what kind of books will help me? is it Tajweed books? I need a book which will be simple for me to understand as I often get confused with some books. Also I have a Quran which is in arabic and translated in English however I am finding the old english very hard to understand and wanted to ask if there are any books which you can reccommend me, as I would like to know what is being said in each surah. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah The best way to learn Tajweed is to find a sister Tajweed teacher, in this way she will be able to correct your accent. And the authentic english translation for Quran is "Maariful Quraan" by Shaykh Mufti Taqi Usmaani Sahab Damat barakatuhum. [Editor’s note] please listen to 10 Surahs and review Tajweed Rules at this page: http://islameasy.org/quran-learning.php And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Witr PrayerI need help with the 3 witr prayer for Esha Salah. I have not yet learnt the Dua e Qunoot off by heart, I am still learning it off by heart. Can you please tell me if there is another dua which can be read instead of dua e qunoot until I have memorised this dua. Also for Esha Salah is it: 4 sunna, 4 farz, 2 sunna, 2 nafil 3 witr? Am I missing any? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah If a person does not know Dua-e-Qunoot, he/she could recite the following dua: Rabbana aatinaa fid dunya hasanatau wa fil aakhirati hasanatau waqinaa‘azaaban naar. Or the following dua three times: Allahummaghfirli yaa Rabbi yaa Rabbi yaa Rabbi If one recites any of the above duas, his witr Salaat will be valid. NOTE: THIS MAY ONLY BE DONE WHILE ONE IS IN THE PROCESS OF MEMORIZING DUA-E-QUNOOT. Because it is wajib to recite dua-e-qunoot in witr salaat,it is necessary for every Muslim to mak efforts in memorizing it in order to complete their Salaat. Yes, you are missing the last 2 Nafl of Esha. The total is 17 rakaats. May Allah (SWT) make it easy for you. Ameen http://www.islameasy.org/prayers-salaat.php And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Teenage girls and HijaabDoes a Muslim teenage girl need to cover her chest (that is, in addition to normal clothing) when at home with her mahrams? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah According to the islamic rulings, she doesn't have to cover her chest (that is, in addition to normal clothing which already cover those parts) while she is in house with her Mahram. However, she should keep herself covered anyway for their respect. [Editor’s note] Please review the rules for Hijaab at the following page: http://islameasy.org/hijab.php And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Husband not prayingMy husband is not praying salah. He is not interested in cleanliness, plz suggest some dua or wazaif that can help him. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah You can recite "Rabbana Hablana Min Azwaajina Wa Zurriyaatina Qurrata A'aun Wajalna lil Mutaqeena Imaama" 500 times daily after Isha prayer, and make dua for your husband. May Allah SWT will make it easy for you. Ameen! [Editor’s note] 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 And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Reasoning on God is One, without any partnerA sister learning about Islam, who already believes in the following: 1. Allah as one 2. Quran as His final book 3. Muhammad (Sallahu Alayhi Wasallam) as Prophet ..requested more reasoning over Jesus not been son of God… Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah In the name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful Thank you very much for sending your question about Islam. Here are some references from the Qur’an, evidence and reasoning about Prophet Jesus (peace be up on him). The Qur’an (Chapter 41, Verse 42) says about the authenticity of the book: “Falsehood cannot come to it from before it or behind it (it is) sent down by the All-Wise, Worthy of all praise (Allah)”. Let us review what the Qur’an says about Allah (God Almighty) and about Jesus (peace be upon him). Chapter 112 Al-Ikhlas 1. Say : "He is Allah, (the) One. 2. "Allah-us-Samad (The Self-Sufficient Master, Whom all creatures need, He neither eats nor drinks). 3. "He begets not, nor was He begotten; 4. "And there is none co-equal or comparable unto Him." Chapter 3 (Ale-Imran) – Verse 59 Verily, the likeness of Iesa (Jesus) before Allah is the likeness of Adam. He created him from dust, then (He) said to him: "Be!" - and he was. The Noble Qur’an recognizes the miraculous birth of Jesus (peace be upon him), without a father. However, Adam (peace be upon him) was created without a mother and father and his birth was even more miraculous. Still, Adam was just a human being. Chapter 5 (Al-Maidah), verses 116-117: 116. And (remember) when Allah will say (on the Day of Resurrection): "O Iesa (Jesus), son of Maryam (Mary)! Did you say unto men: Worship me and my mother as two gods besides Allah? " He will say: "Glory be to You! It was not for me to say what I had no right (to say). Had I said such a thing, You would surely have known it. You know what is in my innerself though I do not know what is in Yours, truly, You, only You, are the All Knower of all that is hidden and unseen. 117. "Never did I say to them aught except what You (Allah) did command me to say: Worship Allah, my Lord and your Lord. And I was a witness over them while I dwelt amongst them, but when You took me up, You were the Watcher over them, and You are a Witness to all things. Chapter 4 (An-Nisa), verse 171: 171. O people of the Scripture! Do not exceed the limits in your religion, nor say of Allah aught but the truth. The Messiah Iesa (Jesus), son of Maryam (Mary), was (no more than) a Messenger of Allah and His Word, ("Be!" - and he was) which He bestowed on Maryam (Mary) and a spirit (Rooh) created by Him; so believe in Allah and His Messengers. Say not: "Three (trinity)!" Cease! (it is) better for you. For Allah is (the only) One Ilah (God), Glory be to Him (Far Exalted is He) above having a son. To Him belongs all that is in the heavens and all that is in the earth. And Allah is All Sufficient as a Disposer of affairs. Reasoning: --------- 1. Allah (God) is free from the need of a son. Allah is free from any defects and does not need any partner or relatives. There is nothing like Him. 2. Adam (peace be upon him) was created without a mother or father. Therefore, a miraculous birth does not make a person ‘son of God’. 3. To whom do we worship? -------------------------- Allah is one, alone, worthy of all worship. He has no partners or associates and there is none other worthy of worship anywhere in the entire universe. Allah is unique, incomparable; He is the only God, the Creator, the Evolver, and the Sustainer of all that exist, yet He is not created, nor is he sustained. He is Eternal, All Powerful, Absolutely Just, Totally Merciful, All Loving, All Compassionate, All Gracious and All Forgiving. Allah created the universe as a test for Adam and the children of Adam to see if they would worship Him alone without making partners or if they would deny Him and refuse to worship Him as He has decreed, or attempt to worship something other which He has created. 4. The status of Prophets: -------------------------- Allah sent His messengers to the mankind to warn and guide the mankind to the right way and to the righteous actions. Some of His messengers we called prophets, like Abraham and David and Suleiman, some He sent with books and writings such as Moses and Jesus, the son of Mary (peace be upon them all). Finally He sent Muhammad (peace be upon him) as the last and final Messenger for all of mankind. His book is the Holy Quran. It is the only authentic revealed book remaining in the world today that has been preserved without any change. 5. High status of Jesus (peace be upon him) in Islam: ----------------------------------------------------- The Quran teaches us that Jesus is one of the greatest prophets. Jesus is the word of God. He performed numerous miracles: He cured the blind with the Will of God. He raised the dead with the Will of God. He cured the leper with the Will of God. We sincerely hope this help clear your doubts about Jesus (peace be upon him). We highly encourage you to review additional material in “Belief’ section on this web site ( http://www.islameasy.org/beliefs.php ). May God Almighty guide you to the right path, Ameen! And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department New Muslim needs learning and Dua scheduleSister I am a new revert so I wanted to ask you, what should I recite daily Duas or any books please send me a schedule so that I can read daily and learn. JazakAllah! Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Congratulations on embracing Islam! Basic duas that are recited everyday. We suggest that you take one at a time, learn it well, and then insha’Allah implement it before moving on to another one. There is also a transliteration in case you have difficulties with the Arabic. http://www.islam.tc/Dua/ As for certain books, the link below is an online version of a very popular book known as Talim-ul-Haque. It goes over the basic tenets/pillars of Islam, along with their criterion and specifics on cleanliness, performing certain acts such as prayers and fasting, and also other questions that might arise. Once again, take this one page at a time, comprehend, ask questions, and then go read further. http://www.markazulmaarif.org/onlinereading/teachingofislam/main.htm We also HIGHLY RECOMMEND that you seek out a scholar in your neighborhood or area (found at the local mosque or Islamic school), where you can enroll and study under the guide of a qualified Islamic scholar (Aalima). Through their guidance and support, you will insha’Allah be able to succeed in your quest for knowledge. May Allah Ta’ala make it easier for you and make you amongst the successful in this world and the next. Ameen! [Editor’s note] Recommended readings: Gift for New Muslims (Basics of Islam) http://islameasy.org/pdf/Gift_NewMuslims_Print.pdf Ta'leem-ul-Islam (Teachings of Islam) http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php Purity and Tahara - A gift for the Daughters of the Ummah http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Tuhfatul_Banaat.pdf Prayer and Du’a - Strong connection with Allah http://islameasy.org/index.php And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Extra hair on face and skinMy face and body has extra hair, which decreases my confidence. Please suggest some Duas to help me. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah When one is afflicted with difficulty, illness and hardship, one is guided to make lots of dua and to ask Allah Ta'ala to grant one the Tawfeeq to make Sabr. Sister, I empathize with you regarding this difficulty that you have with your face and skin. However much you may think that you are not attractive, remember, you are Allah Ta'ala's beloved creation, you are beautiful to HIM and HE loves you. Yes, your skin condition may be causing you a lot of grief, especially when others stare or comment on it's appearance, but do remember too that this test has come to you from Allah Ta'ala. I would like to reassure you that no matter how your face and skin may look like, it is your heart and your deeds which are most precious to our Creator. Sister, this world is but a test and trial for us. Yes, you are young and at the moment you have a feeling of hopelessness. Unfortunately, most of us are weak and tend to put a lot of emphasis on "skin deep" beauty and we miss out on the wonderful hearts (souls) of people. No matter what your skin may look like, remember that Allah Ta'ala personally created your face, He alone knows why this is your test in this world. Only Allah Ta'ala knows what beauty, strength and Sabr lies within you. You may not realize it but you are more special to Allah Ta'ala for you have been spared the vanity most of us suffer from. So many of us waste our money on expensive cosmetics and useless treatments thinking we are going to look more "beautiful". We reject the looks Allah Ta'ala has endowed us with. Instead of focusing on the many other attributes Allah Ta'ala has given us, we waste our time and energy on "looking smart". I can assure you, good looks are no guarantee of happiness nor a sincere lifetime partner. Good looks are temporary, they either disappear with age, or if Allah Ta'ala wills, due to an accident or some other calamity. The beauty which lies within your heart is permanent and truly loved by Allah Ta'ala. So please do not despair. Do you know of the Prophet Ayyub (AS)? He had a very unsightly and severe skin condition. Allah Ta'ala had already put him through many tests before this. He had lost his whole family, all his cattle, all his belongings and even his servants through one disaster or the other. His skin disease was such that worms used to feed off his skin. He allowed them to feed on his body, saying that this Rizq (sustenance) was from Allah Ta'ala for the worms. He was extremely patient and no matter which calamity he went through, he thanked Allah Ta'ala for whatever affliction or difficulty he went through. Although we may not realize it, you are blessed by Allah Ta'ala, like Ayoob (alayhis-salaam) you also have a skin problem. There are so many people who are endowed with beauty by Allah Ta'ala. However due to vanity or ingratitude to Allah Ta'ala, they undergo great expense by having plastic surgery, cosmetic surgery or some other treatment to further their vanity. Many bring lawsuits against the doctors when the whole procedure ends up a mess. Theirs is a self-inflicted disfigurement, they are left with ugly bodies and faces which they find hard to live with. There was a Sahabi who lived in a rural area. It is reported that physically he was extremely unattractive. Yet he often brought vegetable into Medinah city for our beloved Nabi (sallallaahu alayhi wasssallam) who in turn gave him merchandise (which was not available in the rural area) to sell there. Nabi sallallaahu alayhi wassallam) was extremely fond of this Sahabi, alhamdoelillah! Bilaal (Radi'allahu anhu) was another sahabi who is reported to have been physically unattractive, yet he was so special to our Nabi (sallalaahu alayhi wassallam) that he was given the honor to give the first azaan in Madinah (and also the first give azaan on the rooftop of the Kaa'bah). Please do not think that you are unattractive or repulsive. Only the foolish or the heartless and cruel person would think that you are. In my lifetime, I have seen many a person who was considered to be "most beautiful" become a nervous wreck when they lost the "skin deep" beauty. If one follows the fashions and the cosmetic cult, then one is doomed to failure and despair. I see many young and not so young people, but especially women who spend $ thousands of their hard earned money to keep their faces and skins "young and beautiful." When age or illness eventually deprives them of this false beauty, they "perish" emotionally. Alhamdoelillah, as Muslims and as believers in Allah Ta'ala and Jannah, we know what treasures and pleasures He has in store for us in the hereafter. Insha'allah, in Jannah you will be rewarded for the sabr you make in the dunya. You will be granted the skin you desire there. Do go on making dua. At the same time ask Allah Ta'ala to give you something better in the aakhirah for the loss of a good facial skin. Put your hope, trust and faith in Allah Ta'ala. You are allowed to shave the hair off your face so please do so if the unwanted hair is causing you grief. Do think of joining a support group for sisters with skin problems. Make inquiries or ask your doctor about these groups where you will meet people who have similar problems to yours. It will help you a great deal if you meet other sisters in the same situation as you are in. You can get a great deal support from them and build up your self esteem and confidence. I would also like to suggest to you that you should emphasize your strengths and not your weaknesses. Allah Ta'ala has given each one of us some strong characteristics which we should maximize. You are perhaps very good academically in some subjects. Maybe you are a skilled crafts person or you have some other hidden talent. Use that potential of yours to its maximum. As I said before, it is not what you look like that is important; it is what your heart is like and the contribution which you can make to your society, family or the Ummah which is important. Do think of working as a volunteer to h And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Daughter-in-law and her dutiesWhat are the duties of a Daughter-in-law? Is it compulsory to serve my husband's parents and sisters? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah In Islam, a marriage essentially means the union of two individuals eventually leading to the coming together of two families or tribes, hence, the in-law relationship through marriage. The in-law relationship is a topic generally many Muslims have misconceptions regarding. At the outset one should know that when spouses get married they are married to one another and not their families. In other words they are committed to fulfill the needs and serve one another. Allah very beautifully describes the spouse-relationship in the Quran: “They (your wives) are libas (i.e. body cover, screen, you enjoy the pleasure of living with them) for you and you are the same for them. (2:187) It is the norm these days to have the wife unquestionably serve her in-laws, and some men have high expectations of their wives to do so. It is not the obligation of the daughter-in-law or even the son-in-law to take care of them financially or physical needs of his/her in-laws. But on the other hand, if the daughter/son-in-law serves their parents in-law out of love and respect, then it is their own free will which the parents-in-law should be grateful for. As for the son/daughter in law, they will be rewarded by Almighty Allah for their kindness and respect and for treating their parents-in-laws as their own parents. Aisha (RA) reports that Nabi (Sallahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, “Verily Allah is kind and He loves kindness and confers upon kindness that which He does not confer upon severity… (Sahih Muslim) So while it is virtuous to be kind and of service to the parents-in-law, neither the spouse can impose on the other, in fact it is the duty of the child (son/daughter) to provide and care for his/her parents. Nabi (Sallahu Alayhi Wasallam) is reported to have said, “Those who do not show mercy to our young ones nor respect to our elders in not from amongst us.” (Abu Dawood) Therefore, if each one fulfills his/her duties and appreciates the service and kindness of one another, then the in-law relationship will be a pleasant and enjoyable one. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Marriage problem with angry husbandMy husband always fights with me. He gets angry really quick. he can not make his mind what he wants to do. We have been married for 2 years. He does not like children. He tells me that we will have children after 3 years. I gain some weight after the wedding. He always making me in tears telling me I am overweight. He does not want me live with him in our home country. Can you please give some duas that he will stop all this? I can’t go to my parent’s house because my parents masha’Allah 71 and 72 ages, I do not want them to get stress from me. Please tell me something that would change my husband’s attitude and his talk. I want to save my marriage life. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam 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 SWT will make it easy for you. Ameen! [Editor’s note] 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 And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department marriage in the month of Muharram?Can a Muslim marry in the month of Moharram? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah There is absolutely nothing wrong in marrying in the month of Muharram or in Safar or any time of the year. It was a belief of the time of Jaahiliyyah (pre-Islamic era) that the month of Safar was a bad luck month. Rasulullah (Sallahu Alayhi Wasallam) corrected this wrong belief and said there is (no bad luck) in Safar. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department grandmother's death and graveMy grandmother recently passed away. I wanted to ask of what dua is to be recited when visiting her grave and also how should I be standing so she knows I have come to see her? how would I offer salaam so she knows its me who has come to visit her? and is it true that only for the first 40 days she can see who has come to visit her? or is she able to see me whenever I visit her? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah May Allah have mercy on your grandmother, forgive her sins and shortcomings and grant her high stations in Paradise. Ameen! As you know, women are not allowed to go to graveyard. Imam Bukhari has recorded a Hadith of Sayyidatuna Umm Atiyya (Radhiallaahu Anha) that she said, 'We were prohibited from following the Janaaza, i.e. until the Graveyard.' (Bukhari Hadith No.1278; See Fathul Baari vol.3 pg.187). Abu Hurayra (Radhiallaahu Anhu) narrates that Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, 'May Allah Ta'ala curse women who visits the graves.' (Sunan Tirmidhi vol.1 pg.203) This Hadith prohibits women from visiting the graveyard. If you are asking about if a man visits a grave, then: There is no basis of the deceased visiting the house after 3 days and 40 days. Anything related to this un-Islamic basis is also incorrect. There are many duas which can be read when visiting the grave: 1) Assalaamualaikum yaa ahlalquboori yaghferullahu lana wa lakum antum salafuna wa nahnu bil asari. (Sunan Tirmizi) Peace be upon you O people of the graveyard. May Allah forgive us and you. You were the people before us and we are after/behind you. 2) Assalaamu alaa ahladeyaari minalmumineena walmuslimena yarhamuallahu almustaqdemeena menna walmustakhereena wa inna inshallah bekum laaheqoon.(Sunan Nasai) Peace be upon O you of the believers and Muslims dwelling in these abodes. Allah have mercy for those who left before us and for the one's who come later. Behold, If Allah wills, we shall meet you. 3) Assalaamualaikum ahladeyaari minalmumineena walmuslimeena wa inna inshallahu bekum laaheqoon nasalullaha lana wa lakumulaafiya. (Sunan Ibn Maja) Peace be upon you, O you believers and Muslims dwelling in these abodes. Behold, If Allah wills, we shall meet you. We ask/beseech of Allah's safety for us and for you. When visiting a grave, it is better to stand near the head or feet of the grave and facing Qibla. One could also read the Quran at the graveside. Make dua for the forgiveness of the deceased. A few ways of praying for the dead, as related in the Ahadith are: 1) Recite Surat Ikhlaas 11 times. It is related in a Hadith that whoever visits the graveyard and recites Surat Ikhlaas 11 times and then prayed for the dead, will be rewarded as many fold as the number of dead in the graveyard. 2) It has been reported in a hadith that whoever visits the graveyard and recites: Surat Fatiha , Surat Ikhlaas , Surat Takaasur and then prays for the dead, the people of the grave will also ask Allah for such a person's forgiveness. 3) Recite Surat Yaseen. In a hadith it is reported that if a person recites Surat Yaseen in the graveyard, the punishment of the dead will be eased, and the reciter will be rewarded just as much as the dead. [Editor’s note] Even without visiting the grave, one can perform optional prayers, fasting, give Sadaqa, read Qur’an, do Hajj/Umrah and other good deeds with the intention to send blessings, make Dua and pass its reward to the deceased, people who passed away. These are recommended ways to continuously send blessings to the deceased. The best lesson from a death and grave is to prepare for our journey into hereafter when we have to enter our graves, by observing all commands of Almighty Allah and Sunnah of Prophet (Sallahu Alayhi Wasallam), and to motivate others to become better Muslims. We hope the material on this site will help you in this regard. For example, please review “Purpose of Life” article at http://islameasy.org/purpose-of-life.php And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Requirement of virgin womanA sister feels she is not a virgin due to some medical problem; she has concern about that since her Nikaah is being arranged. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Very often, a woman may tear her hymen earlier in her life while riding a bike, jumping, doing gymnastics, medical procedures, etc, many times without even realizing it. A torn hymen does not indicate to the lack of virginity. A woman loses her virginity only through intimate relations. Islam does not recognize the absence of the hymen as a sign for the loss of virginity. It has been mentioned in the books of Islamic Jurisprudence that a girl who looses her hymen due to an injury, excessive bleeding, jumping, etc. will still be regarded as a virgin and the rules regarding a virgin will apply on her. A woman's virginity could seize through means other than sexual relations, for example, jumping, excessive bleeding during her menses, injury or even by the passage of time. However, according to the Shari'ah, in the above situations, she would still be regarded or will still fall under the category of a virgin and the laws of virginity will be applicable to her. (Hidaaya part1 pg.315). Nikah is a union based on trust and understanding. One should avoid unnecessary doubts and suspicions. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department New Muslim sister visiting parents who are not MuslimsI have embrace Islam and I want to know if I can go at my parents place to visit them? My parents are not Muslims. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah 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. 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! And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Increase love between husband and wifeMy husband is involved with another woman; I want his love and relation back. Please help me in this regard what should I do? I am ready to do any effort for it. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah From our elders we have learned that the best method and the best dua 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 lure the partner into a never ending love. Make lots of Dua with the names of Allah (for example,Ya Wadoodu) and with durood sharief. inshaAllah it will increase the love. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Fear of deathHow do I over come fear of death? I cannot concentrate on my work when that thought comes in my mind. My husband says to strengthen my faith and I am trying to do so. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah You should start focused meditation on the blessings and bounties (Nay'mat) from Allah. Insha Allah that will help you. [Editor’s note] We are standing on the earth made by Allah, our body is from Allah, and food we are eating is from Allah, breathing air from the air provided by Allah. If we start counting the blessings of Allah, we will not able to count them. Allah Gives the ability to do good deeds and admits believers into eternal enjoyment in Paradise. Study Purpose_of_Life at http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Purpose_of_Life_flyer.pdf and make new plans for your life. Print this color chart and select a plan which is easy for you to follow: http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Convert_Time2Gold.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 And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Purity, menstruationAfter bleeding for seven days I have found that I am still spotting dark reddish, can I still pray Salah and fast. Do I get punished for picking up a Quran and praying Salah. Normally I only bleed for seven days. May Allah reward you for your reply. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah 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. A woman does not get her period before the age of nine, so if there is a female child who is bleeding, that is not haiz but also considered istehaaza. Likewise if she is older than fifty five, then also it will not be considered haiz but istehaaza. The rule in regards to istehaaza is the same as for the one whose nose bleeds continuously. Such a woman should offer her Salaah, fast, and should not leave out these. It is also permissible to have sexual relationship with her husband. A person who is facing istehaaza undergoes the same procedure as a mazur. 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. 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 [Heavenly Ornaments] by Shaykh Ashraf Ali Thanvi -72,100) We hope we have removed all doubts. Please do not hesitate to ask further questions. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Tired, difficult to do houseworkI have been finding it difficult to do housework for many years. Basic cleaning I can manage, but personal housework is a problem. I find I would rather engage in making dua or Salat, but my personal housework has been put on hold for many years. Is there any dua I can read to make it easier for me? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah 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. Also ask your parents for their duas as there is great strength in the dua of a mother and father. Please recite Tasbeeh-e-Fatima after each Salaah and before going to sleep, i.e. Subhan Allah 33 times, Alhamdu Lillah 33 times and Allahu Akbar 34 times. You can also recite "Hasbonallahu wa ni'mal wakeel" many times daily. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Marriage with specific professionalassalam alaikum alim sahib I really like the profession of Army Doctor can you please tell me of any wazifa or dua so that I can get married to any Army doctor because i really like this profession. I have started the Salah hajaat about a month ago for this purpose and I also read husbunallahu wa neimal wakeel 1000 times daily . please tell me should I continue these wazaif or read something else and please pray for me .Thank you. Allah Hafiz. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah 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, like faraaid (salaah etc) and take precaution in abstaining from the prohibitions of Allah 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. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Debt, business not doing wella) My husband is in debt and now he is taking more loan for his brother’s marriage. Nobody even parents do not understand his tough position, nor he is ready to explain them as he feels that they will become annoyed with him for lifetime. I know one should respect and love his parents, but how far is it correct to create more problems for himself and family and keep everybody in false impression that he is in a comfortable position though he is not. I myself do not want to hurt my in laws as they are like my parents but I am restless and very worried about my husband that how will he manage things . Please guide me. b) My brother has set up a business which is not doing well and a girl is after him, whom we consider unfit for him. Could you please help by telling me a dua for his business to prosper and help him to get out of this girls affair. So that he can get married to a better girl. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah The prophet SAW 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) (ayah of soorah Talaq) It is narrated by Abu Hurairah RA that the Prophet SAW 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 SAW 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" 341 times daily. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Sad feeling for not having childrenI am sad and depressed because I am having difficulty to have a baby ... whenever I see a pregnant woman am angry, sad and depressed ... advice me what Islam tells to do to prevent me of being sad and depress. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam 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 And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Depression due to skin problemsa. I have had acne for the past 5 years now and it does not seem to go away, I do pray and always keep faith with Allah and have realized I should pray to Allah in my happy and sad times. But the scars they are leaving are affecting my confidence to the point where I feel like it is not worth me living. Do you have any dua for acne and scarring? b. I would like to know is their any supplication I can recite to cure my acne and my acne marks I have tried everything and nothing works. I'm starting to lose hope, but I am still praying to Allah. Please help me! Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Sister, I empathize with you regarding this difficulty that you have with your skin. It can be debilitating at times for the one who suffers with the condition. Especially, when others stare or comment on its appearance. I would however like to reassure you that no matter what your skin may look like, it is your heart and your deeds which are most precious to our Creator. Since this is your personal experience, you will no doubt appreciate how a person has to readjust to life after her face has been disfigured due to burns or due to an accident. Sister, this world is but a test and trial for us. Unfortunately, we are weak and vain. Most of us tend to put a lot of emphasis on "skin deep" beauty and we miss out on the wonderful hearts (souls) of people. I say again, no matter what your skin may look like, remember that Allah Taala personally created your face, He alone knows why this test has been put before you and He alone knows what beauty lies in your heart. There was a Sahabi who lived in a rural area. It is reported that physically he was extremely unattractive. Yet he often brought vegetable into Medinah city for our beloved Nabi (sallallaahu alayhi wasssallam) who in turn gave him merchandise (which was not available in the rural area) to sell there. Nabi (sallallaahu alayhi wassallam) was extremely fond of this Sahabi, alhamdoelillah! Bilaal (Radi'allahu anhu) was another sahabi who is reported to have been physically unattractive, yet he was so special to our Nabi (sallalaahu alayhi wassallam) that he was given the honour to give the first azaan in Madinah (and he was the first give azaan on the rooftop of the Kaa'bah). Please do not think that you are unattractive or repulsive. Only the foolish or the heartless and cruel person would think that you are. In my lifetime, I have seen many a person who was considered to be "most beautiful" become a nervous wreck when they lost the "skin deep" beauty. If one follows the fashions and the cosmetic cult, then one is doomed to failure and despair. I see many young and not so young people, but especially women who spend $ thousands of their hard earned money to keep their faces and skins "young and beautiful." When age or illnesses eventually deprive them of this false beauty, they "perish" emotionally. Alhamdolillah, as Muslims and as believers in Allah Ta'ala and Jannah, we know what treasures and pleasures He has in store for us in the hereafter. Insha'allah, in Jannah you will be rewarded for the sabr you make in the dunya. You will be granted the skin you desire there. Do go on making dua. At the same time ask Allah Ta'ala to give you something better in the Aakirah for the loss of a good facial skin. You have consulted many specialists and used many treatments on your skin. Some of them have had adverse reactions on your skin. Put your hope, trust and faith in Allah Ta'ala. Have you thought about joining a support group for people with skin problems? Make inquiries or ask your doctor about these groups where you will meet people who have similar problems to yours. It helps when you find that you are not the only one who has this difficulty. You can get a great deal support from them and build up your self esteem and confidence. I would also like to suggest to you that you should emphasize your strengths and not your weaknesses. Allah Ta'ala has given each one of us some strong characteristics which we should maximize. You are perhaps very good academically in some subjects. Maybe you are a skilled crafts person or you have some other hidden talent. Use that potential of yours to its maximum. As I said before, it is not what you look like that is important, it is what your heart is like and the contribution which you can make to your society, family or the Ummah which is important. If you wish, you could volunteer to help those who are less fortunate than you. In this way you will meet so many warm and wonderful people and this can bring the realization to you that there are any people who also have difficulties. You will learn new and better ways of coping with your disability. You are tied to your problem only as much as you allow it to tie you down. If you decide, "This is it, it is no longer a problem for me" then it won't be. It can just become an everyday routine that you have to apply some medication and carry on with your life. May Allah Ta'ala grant you the ability to strive to beautify your soul and may He grant you the ability to continue to make sabr on your difficulty, ameen. Do write again if you wish. Jazakallah for writing to us regarding your skin problem. Sister, there are two wazifas that our pious predecessors have prescribed for such a condition, the first being to read surah Shams (in 30th Juz) 11 times and to blow it on almond oil and applying the oil before you go to sleep every night. Another wazifa is to read surah Dhuha (in 30th juz) 41 times and to blow it on suguar and to eat that sugar everyday. InshAllah with the will of Allah, Allah will make the scars go away. [editor’s note: Cure for depression http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Cure_for_Depression.pdf ] And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Part-time Niqab?Salaam! I believe that niqab is fard (obligatory). I want to wear it but since I will be the only one doing it in my close surrounding, I do not feel ready to observe niqab during family gatherings. People have been telling me that either you wear niqab all the time or you do not wear it at all. Is it permissible to wear niqab only while going out in the streets or other public places (where there are non Muslim strangers) and uncover my face in front of non-mehram relatives (cousins and brothers in law)? I mean is it ok to do it sometimes rather than not doing it at all? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Respected sister, it is Fardh upon a woman to wear the Niqaab. This means that if a woman leaves it out, she will be sinful. (Ahkaamul Qurâaan vol.3 pg.476) You should try to maintain niqaab everywhere. 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. By you taking this step Allah will indeed help make you a "full-time niqaabi" very soon inshAllah. Keep hope and keep asking Allah for forgiveness for all the times you are not able to do so. [editor’s note: read “The choice and struggle to wear Hijab“ written by a new Muslim sister http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/HijabWhy.pdf ] And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department How do I repent, will I go to hell?I need your advice, I have been very very bad these past years, I have lied, stolen from family, upset my family and hurt them in ways that even I cannot believe. I am married now and am begging for forgiveness, but my family does not want to know me. I am praying all the time to Allah, and I feel very content, but will I go to hell? I hurt my parents so much and I know I am hurting them till this day...... I don’t know what to do, I am changing my life around since marriage, my husband is great, but I feel Allah is angry with me. What should I read? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah When making taubah (repentance) it is necessary that you regret the sin, make sincere taubah, and make a firm intention not to repeat the sin ever again. Since you have violated the rights of another person it is also necessary for you to ask for forgiveness from that person as well, it is not necessary for that person to forgive you, (although it would be ideal,) in order for you to be forgiven in the eyes of Allah . It is also preferable that you give some amount of money as Sadaqah, as Sadaqah cools the anger of Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala). After having made a sincere Tawbah, it is imperative that you 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. You should not have the slightest doubt of the acceptance of your Tawbah as this will have severe spiritual ramifications. 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 severity of what you did and you have come to accept your 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. [editor's note: read 'Giving up sins: an easy prescription' at http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/GivingUpSins.pdf ] And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Irregular menstrual cycleI have a huge problem, my menstrual cycle is VERY irregular, I bleed constantly since the 6th of the month up & including today (21st) (and this happens most of the time!) I do know that 7 days is haiz (please tell me if I'm wrong) but what happens in Ramadaan? Can I read the Holy Quran? I need to know the fatwas on these. Your urgent assistance will be much appreciated. May Allah reward you for your efforts. Ameen. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah 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 intercourse with the husband. A person who is facing istehaaza undergoes the same procedure 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. [editor’s note: A gift for the Daughters of the Ummah http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Tuhfatul_Banaat.pdf ] And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Quran and Wazifa during menstruationSister, can you please tell me if you are allowed to recite the Quran out loud if one is on their period. you are not clean so I know that you are not allowed to touch the Quran. regarding wazifas, how would you carry on with your wazifas if you are on your period and cannot recite out loud from the Quran? do you stop reading the wazifa for a week and then carry on when you clean and pure again. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah 1.) No, it is not permissible for a female who is menstruating to recite the Quran silently, nor is it permissible to recite the Quran aloud. 2.) Yes, you may stop reading the wazifa for a week and then carry on when you clean and pure. [editor’s note: A gift for the Daughters of the Ummah http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Tuhfatul_Banaat.pdf ] And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Jobs permitted for womenWhat types of jobs are permitted for women? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Shariah allows women to work as any occupation as long as she stays within the boundaries of the Islamic rulings. In other words, she observes full niqaab (pardah), refrains talking to men except for valid reasons and following Islamic manners, does not leave her Salah etc. Although Islam allows women to work outside the boundaries of her home, it is best for a woman to first and foremost find a possible means of earning income within the four walls of her home. [editor’s note: reference http://islameasy.org/hijab.php ] And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department How long is previous istikhara valid?I did istikhara (For a marriage purpose) but Istikhara was not good at that time, then I did nothing and times passed even more than a year. I want to know about my Istikhara which I did 1 year before is valid for my whole life, or Now I do Istikhara again as more than 1 year passed? A istikhara is valid for how many Months/Years? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Istekhara does not have a validity period, however the answer to an istekhara can vary depending on the time and situation. You can do istekhara over again. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Don’t want to marry someone who is drinkingI like a boy and I want to marry him but now I come to know that he drinks. I still want to marry him if he quits. I just want to ask whether I ask Allah for such person or not if yes then how and if not then tell me some wazifa for getting good marriage proposal soon. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Allow the person you like to leave his drinking habit first. After you see he has not approached liquor for sixty days, do istekhara and see whether or not it is in the best of your and his interest for you two to get married to each other. Read 2 rakaat salatul hajaat throughout the day and read the dua found on our website at http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php and read hasbunallahu wa neimal wakeel 341 times everyday, inshAllah Allah will help you find a suitable match. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Tahajjud during menstruationCan i have my tahajjud prayers in my room during menstruation? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Allah has excused women from praying salaat on their menstruation hence you cannot pray tahajjud durin your menstruation. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua to Conceive TwinsI would kindly like to know if there is a dua or surah to conceive twins? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Having twins is a gift from Allah, there are no specific duas to have twins, however, you can always pray salatul hajaat to ask for twins, the method of salatul hajat is at http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Is part time niqab ok?Salaam! I believe that niqab is farz. I want to wear it but since I will be the only one doing it in my close surrounding, I do not feel ready to observe niqab during family gatherings. People has been telling me that either you wear niqab all the time or you do not wear it at all. Is it permissible to wear niqab only while going out in the streets or other public places (where there are non muslims strangers) and uncover my face in front of non-mehram relatives (cousins and brothers in law)? I mean is it ok to do it sometimes rather than not doing it at all? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah It is Fardh upon a woman to wear the Niqaab. This means that if a woman leaves it out, she will be sinful. (Ahkaamul Qurâaan 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. By you taking this step Allah will indeed help make you a "full-time niqaabi" very soon inshAllah. Keep hope and keep asking Allah for forgiveness for all the times you are not able to do so. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Job during pregnantI am a teacher but now I'm 6th month pregnant with little complication my school is reopening after i month and my husband wants me to join back due to monetary problems.I did Istkhara to find out that whether it will be good for me and baby ,s health for me to join back but i could not get a specific answer . Pls guide me that how can i proceed by Allah,s guidance. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Since you did not receive any bad indications from your istekhara you should not go against the wishes of your husband. You should go ahead and continue working and if it seems like your health is being impacted by you working you can sit down with your husband and do discuss the matter with him and inshAllah Allah will make it easier for you. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department SlaveryWhat exactly is a slave girl? What types of jobs are permitted for women? Are friends allowed in Islam? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah 1.) In the past within Islamic history after a battle in the name of Allah took place the captives would be referred as ghulaam and bandi. Those that were men were called ghulaam and those that were women were called bandi.. 2.) Shariat allows women to work as any occupation as long as she stays within the boundaries of the Islamic rulings. In other words, she observes full niqaab (pardah), refrains talking to men, does not qaza her namaz etc. Although Islam allows women to work outside the boundaries of her home, it is best for a women to first and foremost find a possible means of earning income within the four walls of her home. 3.) Your question on friendship is vague please express in detail what you would like to know about friendship in Islam. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Perform istakhara for pregnancyA.A.i want to know that can i perform istakhara to know if i would be pregnent this month? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah No istekhara cannot be made for such a purpose. Istekhara is done to find out what is best for you between two choices that you can make. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department IstekharaI offered slah.tul istekhara 3 to 4 tymes but didnot get any answer... wot to do now?? when i wake up in the morning i feeeel so dull and tired... why is it soo?? when i wake up i feel as if thinking k i didi istekhara but id didnt get any answer... :$ why is it soo??? please help mee.... Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Keep reading salatul hajaat and try to strengthen your relationship with Allah through zikr, duas, Quranic recitation, sadqa etc. And inshAllah Allah will put it in your heart as to what is better for you. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Wazifa for Good ProposalI like a boy and i want to marry him but now i come to know that he drinks i still want to marry him if he quit i just want to ask whether i ask Allah for such person or not if yes thhen how and it not then tell me some wazifa for getting good marriage proposal soon Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Allow the guy you like to leave his drinking habit first. After you see he has not approached liquor for sixty days, do istekhara and see whether or not it is in the best of your and his interest for you two to get married to each other. Read 2 rakaat salatul hajaat throughout the day and read the dua found on our website at http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php and read hasbunallahu wa neimal wakeel 341 times everyday, inshAllah Allah will help you find a suitable match. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Istikhara for MarriageI did istikhara (For a marriage purpose) but Istikhara was not Good at that time then I did nothing & times passed even more than a year. I want to know about my Istikhara which i did 1 year before is valid for my whole life or Now i do Istikhara again as more than 1 year passed? A istikhara is valid for how many Months/Years? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Istekhara does not have a validity period however the answer to an istekhara can vary depending on the time and situation. You can do istekhara over again. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Haiz & IstihazaAssalamualaykum. I have a huge problem, my menstrual cycle is VERY irregular, I bleed constantly since the 6th of August up & including today (21 August) (& this happens most of the time!) I do know that 7 days is haiz (please tell me if I'm wrong) but what happens in Ramadaan? Can I read the Holy Quran? I need to know the fatwas on these. Your urgent assistance will be much appreciated. May Allah reward you for your efforts. Ameen. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah I hope this answer will help you. 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 intercourse with such a woman. 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. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department how can i get good ovulation to conceive?how can i get good ovulation to conceive? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah We suggest you visit a ob/gyn for consultation on your question. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department AcneI have had acne for the past 5 years now and it does not seem to go away, i do pray and always keep faith with Allah and have realized i should pray to Allah in my happy and sad times. But the scars they are leaving are effecting my confidence to the point where i feel like it is not worth me living. Do you have any dua for acne and scarring? thank you for your time. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Jazakallah for writing to the institute regarding your skin problem. Sister, there are two wazifas that our pious predecessors have prescribed for such a condition, the first being to read surah Shams(30th Juz) 11 times and to blow it on almond oil and applying the oil before you go to sleep every night . Another wazifa is to read surah zuha (30th juz) 41 times and to blow it on suguar and to eat that sugar everyday. InshAllah with the will of Allah, Allah will make the scars go away. Sister, I empathize with you regarding this difficulty that you have with your skin. It can be debilitating at times for the one who suffers with the condition. Especially when others stare or comment on it's appearance. I would however like to reassure you that no matter what your skin may look like, it is your heart and your deeds which are most precious to our Creator. Since this is your personal experience, you will no doubt appreciate how a person has to readjust to life after her face has been disfigured due to burns or due to an accident. Sister, this world is but a test and trial for us. Unfortunately, we are weak and vain. Most of us tend to put a lot of emphasis on " skin deep" beauty and we miss out on the wonderful hearts ( souls) of people. I say again, no matter what your skin may look like, remember that Allah Ta'ala personally created your face, He alone knows why this test has been put before you and He alone knows what beauty lies in your heart. There was a Sahabi who lived in a rural area. It is reported that physically he was extremely unattractive. Yet he often brought vegetable into Medinah city for our beloved Nabi (sallallaahu alayhi wasssallam) who in turn gave him merchandise (which was not available in the rural area) to sell there. Nabi (sallallaahu alayhi wassallam) was extremely fond of this Sahabi, alhamdoelillah! Bilaal (Radi'allahu anhu) was another sahabi who is reported to have been physically unattractive, yet he was so special to our Nabi (sallalaahu alayhi wassallam) that he was given the honour to give the first azaan in Madinah (and he was the first give azaan on the rooftop of the Kaa'bah). Please do not think that you are unattractive or repulsive. Only the foolish or the heartless and cruel person would think that you are. In my lifetime, I have seen many a person who was considered to be "most beautiful" become a nervous wreck when they lost the "skin deep" beauty. If one follows the fashions and the cosmetic cult, then one is doomed to failure and despair. I see many young and not so young people, but especially women who spend $ thousands of their hard earned money to keep their faces and skins "young and beautiful." When age or illness eventually deprive them of this false beauty, they "perish" emotionally. Alhamdoelillah, as Muslims and as believers in Allah Ta'ala and Jannah, we know what treasures and pleasures He has in store for us in the hereafter. Insha'allah, in Jannah you will be rewarded for the sabr you make in the dunya. You will be granted the skin you desire there. Do go on making dua. At the same time ask Allah Ta'ala to give you something better in the aakirah for the loss of a good facial skin. You have consulted many specialists and used many treatments on your skin. Some of them have had adverse reactions on your skin. Put your hope, trust and faith in Allah Ta'ala. Have you thought about joining a support group for people with skin problems? Make inquiries or ask your doctor about these groups where you will meet people who have similar problems to yours. It helps when you find that you are not the only one who has this difficulty. You can get a great deal support from them and build up your self esteem and confidence. I would also like to suggest to you that you should emphasize your strengths and not your weaknesses. Allah Ta'ala has given each one of us some strong characteristics which we should maximize. You are perhaps very good academically in some subjects. Maybe you are a skilled crafts person or you have some other hidden talent. Use that potential of yours to its maximum. As I said before, it is not what you look like that is important, it is what your heart is like and the contribution which you can make to your society, family or the Ummah which is important. If you wish, you could volunteer to help those who are less fortunate than you. In this way you will meet so many warm and wonderful people and this can bring the realization to you that there are any people who also have difficulties. You will learn new and better ways of coping with your disability. You are tied to your problem only as much as you allow it to tie you down. If you decide, " This is it, it is no longer a problem for me" then it won't be. It can just become an everyday routine that you have to apply some medication and carry on with your life. May Allah Ta'ala grant you the ability to strive to beautify your soul and may He grant you the ability to continue to make sabr on your difficulty, ameen. Do write again if you wish And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Spotting in early PregnancyI am 5 weeks pregnant and have spotting since 3 days. my dr did ultrasound and informed me today that the baby is not growing and this pregnancy will end as missed abortion soon or i will have to undergo DNC procedure. i want to know can i pray nowadays and read quran and can I allow my husband to have marital relations with me? please guide me.jazakallah. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah If you have not undergone abortion, any fluid that comes out of you will not be considered the blood of your periods or the blood after childbirth. If you have already gotten your abortion done, then the blood within forty days after the abortion will be considered as nifaas (the bleeding after childbirth). And Allah knows best. [editor’s note: A gift for the Daughters of the Ummah http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Tuhfatul_Banaat.pdf And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Cure for DepressionI am these days in desperate need of a thing. i have been praying for it. sometimes i lose my hope totally. then life seems to be very tough .please tell me a dua to fulfill my need and a dua to keep my faith in Allah. i also pray salaat haajat.plz tel something that enhances my faith and fulfills my desire. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Firstly, one should remember that 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. 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 our problems and misfortunes. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department To get jobMy friend is not having a job and she has to support her studies through her own earnings. she has a job which will finish by the end of this month. Please tell a wazeefa to get a job quickly. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah You can read Salaatul Hajaat. Salatul Hajaat is a regular 2 rakaah nafil prayer followed by a Du'a that has been prescribed by Rasul salllahu Alahi wa sallam. Salatul Hajaat, Du'a and the method given on page 54-55 of the following booklet: http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/BeautifulSunnats.pdf And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Tahajjud prayeris it necessary to sleep after Isha Salah in order to perform tahajjud Salah?? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah No, it is not necessary for one to sleep after reading isha salaah in order for one to pray tahajud salaah. Tahajjud salah can be performed after Isha. However there is more reward for one who wakes up from his sleep before Fajr salaah to read tahajjud. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Sister reverting to Islam, is her past sin forgiven?I am converting to Islam. But I have done a major sin before, can I still become a Muslim? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Sister in Islam, it gives us pleasure to receive your question and to see how Muslim converts are interested in knowing the teachings of Islam, which Allah Almighty has chosen for His servants as a way of life. According to the Quran, a true Muslim should refer to scholars to become well acquainted with the sound image of Islam. We congratulate you on wanting to becoming a Muslim, and we hope you understand the tolerant teachings of Islam which Allah Almighty revealed to guide mankind. (1) Islam teaches us that when a person embraces Islam, all of his (or her) past sins are blotted out, and as such, he/she starts with a clean slate. While his/her past sins are completely forgiven, all of his/her good works, however, will be carried over to Islam, and thus, he/she will be fully rewarded for them. This clearly shows Allah's infinite mercy and generosity towards new Muslims. Allah Almighty states in the Holy Quraan: O My Servants who have wronged their souls! Do not despair of Allahs mercy. For Allah certainly forgives all sins. [Surah Az-Zumar: Verse 53] The Prophet Muhammad (Sallallaahu alayhi Wassallam) said, Islam wipes out all the past sins of a person. Once a person asked the Prophet (Sallallaahu alayhi Wassallam), In my past life (as a non-Muslim) I was guilty of many a trespasses and acts of lewdness; would I be forgiven? He said, Didnt you know that Islam wipes out the past? It is recorded that 'Amr ibn Al-'Aas (Radhiyallaahu anhu) once said: "When Islam had taken root in my heart I went to the Prophet Muhammad (Sallallaahu alayhi Wassallam) and said: 'Spread out your hand so that I may take pledge.' He thrust forward his right hand and I held it in mine (without taking the oath). He (Sallallaahu alayhi Wassallam) asked, 'What's the matter with you 'Amr?' I said, 'Well. I would like to make it conditional.' 'And what's the condition?' he asked. I said, 'That I be forgiven.' He (Sallallaahu alayhi Wassallam) said, 'Don't you know 'Amr that Islam wipes out previous sins... that Hijrah (migration) wipes out previous sins... and that Hajj wipes out previous sins?' [Hadeeth in Sahih Muslim- narrated By Amr Ibn Aas] Ibn 'Abbas (Radhiyallaahu anhuma) said; that some people of the pagans had committed many murders and had indulged in excessive adultery in the days of ignorance [that is prior to the appearance of the Prophet Muhammad (Sallallaahu alayhi Wassallam)]. They came to the Prophet Muhammad (Sallallaahu alayhi Wassallam) and said: 'What you offer, and call us to is quite appealing. But if you could only let us know if there is the possibility of atonement for our previous sins'. Allah, glorified be He, then revealed the verse: "(The true servants of Allah are those) who do not call upon another god with Allah, who do not slay the soul Allah has forbidden, save by right, and do not adulterate. And whosoever does that, he shall surely meet the price of sin." [Surah Al-Furqan: verse 68]. Allah also revealed: "Tell them, O My slaves who have wronged their souls: 'Do not despair of Allah's mercy.'(Surah Al-Zumar: verse 53). [Hadeeth from Sahih Muslim- Abu Dawood- Narrated by Ibn Abbas, recorded in Tafseer Ibn Katheer] There are many such incidence, where women after embracing Islam took a pledge in leaving out all their sinful acts in the time of ignorance such as subsequent to the treaty of Hudaibiyyah, the believing women took pledge with the honorable Prophet Muhammad (Sallallaahu alayhi Wassallam). The Quraan clearly admonishes that: "Oh Prophet! When the believing women come to you pledging to you that they will not associate anything with Allah, and that they will not steal, and that they will not commit Zina, and that they will not kill their children, and that they will not utter slander, fabricating from between their hands and their feet, and that they will not disobey you in Ma`ruf (good) ...." [Surah Mumtahinah: verse 12 as recorded in Tafseer ibn Katheer] Islam also admonishes that the doors of Allah's mercy are wide open for all sinners, provided they are willing to return to Allah in sincere repentance and respond to Allah's call. In light of the above, we can certainly hope that the Merciful Lord forgives our sins. But one must never take the issue of repentance lightly. It is not simply saying, O Allah, forgive me. Rather, one must first feel deep remorse for the sin, refrain from all associations that led to the same, resolving never to do it again, and finally occupying oneself busy with good deeds. Sister, if you have any other question, please don't hesitate to write to us. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department New Muslimah trying hard to practice IslamI was a non-muslim before I met the love of my life. He showed me the best thing I ever knew, Islam. I am trying my best to be a Muslim girl. I offer prayers 5 times a day and I am learning how to pray.. But he keeps insulting me saying that I am not a Muslim and I am not good enough.. I pray so much to Allah , to make him understand that I love him and really care for him from my heart and that I am a Muslim. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah If you have exhausted every possible avenue to change yourself and fulfil the rights of people, then you should not worry. Leave the rest to Allah. Allah is Most Gracious and Most Merciful. He says in the Noble Qur'aan, 'Oh My Slaves! Do not despair. Verily Allah will forgive all sins.' In one Hadith, Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) is reported to have said, 'If a person has sins equivalent to the foams of the sea and pebbles on a desert, Allah's mercy is so encompassing that He will forgive every sin.' In another narration, it is mentioned that Allah will speak secretly to one of His slaves on the day of Qiyaamat and remind him of all his sins. After the person will confess his sins, Allah will say to him, 'I concealed your faults in the world, today too, I will conceal your faults. Go in Jannah, I have forgiven you.' The above mentioned are few of many Ahaadith explaining the extent of Allah's Mercy. However, Allah says, 'Verily Allah will not forgive a person who ascribe partners (commit Shirk) with Him.' The only sin that is unforgivable is Kufr (disbelief) and Shirk (ascribing partners). Accepting Islam is the only atonement for the sin of Kufr and Shirk. If one fulfils the conditions of repentance, i.e. regret and make firm intention to reform, then surely Allah Ta'ala is Tawwaab (Most Forgiving) One should remember that all the deeds are dependent on one's intention and that your intention to be a better Muslimah should be solely for the sake of Allah and no one/or thing should come in between it. Make certain that your intention for whatever deed you do is solely for the sake of Allah; check your intentions before, during and after the act to ensure that you are doing so solely for Allah, and Allah will indeed shed His light of guidance upon you, InshAllah. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Being alone with the husband of another Muslim sisterIs it forbiden for a married woman to sit alone in the room with the spouse of another muslim sister? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam 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 cut out other sins that may result from this sin. Though sitting with ghair mehrams (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 Salalaho 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. Hence this ruling does not solely restrict married women from sitting with other married women's spouse but instead as a general rule for all Muslim males and females. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Make up for missing fast from previous RamadanI have 2 children born in 2003 and 2005 respectively. I missed my Ramazan fasts in these 2 yrs since i was in post-childbirth stage. Now, since ramazan is in August this year, can I keep these missed fasts after this yrs eid that is CAN I CONTINUE FASTING FOR MY MISSED FASTS FROM AFTER THIS YEARS RAMZAN or is it compusory for me to keep them before Ramazan starts? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah It is better if you make up your missed fasts from these two years before this year's Ramadan. However, due to the lack of time, it is better if you do as many as possible and make the intention to complete remaining fasts (due from previous years) after Eid. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Child became disobedientI have 2 girls mashallah 8yrs and 4 and half years, my elder daughter nowadays, doesn't listen, just try to trouble me,tease me,due to that my mind is becoming disturbed, please help me. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Jazakummulah Khair for your question. "Do not despair in the Mercy of Allah Ta'ala." Firstly make dua after every salaah for Allah Ta'ala to make your children the "coolness of your eyes" with good character. Also assess your situation. Rebelloius behaviour is a means of expressing young children's emotions. They are unable to express their feelings - Consider your 8 year old child - has to share her mom's attention with the 4 year old sibling. It could even be a means of attention seeking. Also, two children and taking care of your husband and the house leaves no time for yourself. Hence, it can cause moods, irritation, frustration. Therefore, you should take time to relax! Take matters as they come Make time for yourself ist health, vitamins, exercise. With a sound mind and body, it is easier to handle situations and responsibilities. Then adopt quality time even 1/2 hour to your child, reading, talking playing. Then involve your child in activities involving baby - little errands making her feel important. After making efforts and dua resign the will to Allah Ta'ala. Whatever the circumstances, Most certainly after difficulty comes ease. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua for CureMy mother has started suffering from a stomac pain. She has had all tests done but nothing shows, doctors are puzzled as what the problem is. She is also started to suffer from diabetes. Can you please suggest a dua which can ease the pain or elimate the problem? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah The ulama have mentioned many virtues and benefits for reciting surah fatiha. Surah fatiha is also very effective if read by or to a sick person. It is advised to recite Durood on Nabi (Sallahu Alayhi Wasallam) before and after reciting Surah Fatiha. The method of doing dua for any pain in the body is to place your hand on the spot that hurts and read Bismillahirahmanirahim every time and read the following Seven times "Auozu biizzatilahi wa qudratihi min shari ma agidu minal waj'ee" And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Non-Muslim sister accepting Islam, starting prayerI am a non-muslim How do I become a devoted Muslim? How should I offer Namaz (Salah)? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah To embrace Islam, you may recite the script at http://www.islameasy.org/embracing-islam.php [Prayers/Salaah topics are at this page - http://www.islameasy.org/prayers-salaat.php] [Prayer book - http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/salaah.pdf] [Salah for women - http://www.islameasy.org/perform-salaah-correctly.php#forwomen] 1. Masha Allah by making the intention to become a more devoted Muslim you have already taken the first step in the right direction. In order to increase your devotion, spend time with those in your area who are well versed in authentic Islamic teachings. Try to emulate them and learn from them. If that is not possible, at least try to read book such as Taleem-ul-Haq and Heavenly Ornaments so that you can learn the basics of Islam. May Allah provide you with the tools and dedication to become a devoted Muslima, Insha Allah. 2. Correct form of Salah for Women: *For women, everything must be recited softly so that you can hear yourself read, but others around you cannot hear your voice. At the very least, your lips should move visibly. i. Make niyyah, or intention, for salah and stand up. If you are physically unable to stand, sitting will suffice. ii. Say Allahu Akbar, while raising your hands to your shoulders and then crossing them over your chest so that your right hand is on top of your left. For women it is important that their dupattas or head-coverings be big enough that they can raise their hands without having to expose them. iii. While in qiyaam, or the standing position, recite the Thana, Ta-awuz, Tasmiya, Surah Fatiha, and then another surah of your choice. Your eyes should be fixed on the ground approximately where your forehead will be when you are in sajdah (prostration). iv. Say Allahu Akbar, and bend down slightly, just enough that your hands can touch your knees. Keep fingers together. The elbows should touch the sides of the body and the feet should be kept together. v. While in this position, the ruku position, recite Subhana rabbi yal-Adheem three or five times. vi. Say Sami allahu liman hamida and come back into the standing position. Once in the standing position, say Rabbana lakal Hamd. vii. Say Allahu Akbar, and go into prostration, sajdah. In prostration, one must go all the way down to the floor and make sure that the knees, elbows, hands, nose, and forehead all touch the ground. The face should rest between the two hands and the person's legs should be under the stomach. Keep your thighs parallel to the floor, and slide your feet out to the right side of the body so that fingers and toes are all facing towards the qibla. It is important that women keep their bodies as close together as possible! viii. In this position, say Subhana Rabbi yal-Aalaa three or five times. ix. Say Allahu Akbar, and raise your head so that you are in a sitting position on the ground. The back should be straight, the thighs should be kept as close together as possible, and the feet should still be kept to the right side. x. After staying in this position for a moment, say Allahu Akbar again and go back into the prostration position. Again, say Subhana Rabii yal-Aalaa three or five times. xi. Say Allahu Akbar, and stand up again, making sure you do not put your hands on the ground to help you get up. If you are physically unable to get up without putting your hands on the ground, then it is permissible for you to do so. xii. The above directions outline one rakah of salah. After standing back up, you repeat these same steps. After you have completed two rakahs, you must go back into the sitting position after your second prostration. Recite the Tashahhud and then the Kalimah. When reciting the kalimah, make a circle with the index finger and the thumb, and lift the index finger while reciting Ash hadu allaa ilaaha ilallah, then drop the finger back down to the thigh, but maintain the circle you made with your fingers until the end. xiii. Say Allahu Akbar and return to the standing position. Continue steps i-x until you have done 2 more rakahs, then repeat step xii. xiv. After completing step xii the second time, recite the Durud-e-Ibrahim and the Dua after Tashahhud. xv. To complete the salah, face to the right while saying Assalamu alaykum wa rahmatullah, then recite the same while turning to the left. While facing each side, make salaam with the intention of saying salaam to the angels on your shoulders, and keep your eyes fixed on your shoulders. *If you intend to read only two rakahs, do steps xiv and xv after the Tashahud and Kalima of the second rakah. These are the basic steps of Salah for women. [Prayers/Salaah topics are at this page - http://www.islameasy.org/prayers-salaat.php] And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Unhappy in Life?It has now been almost 2 years and I still feel desolate, lonely and sad. I feel sometimes that God has forgotten about me, and in fact that everyone has forgotten about me. There is no love or affection in my life at all, and sister I have prayed and prayed and prayed for solace, for love, for a partner, for anything that will make my life content and good. The years keep moving on, but I don't. When will God show mercy on me? What if something even worse happens? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Firstly one should remember that 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". 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. Allah states in the Quraan "Behold! In the Zikr (obedience) of Allah is complete tranquillity 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 ones problems and misfortunes. [Note: The following items on our site might be useful] Cure for depression http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Cure_for_Depression.pdf booklets http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.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 "an easy prescription for rectification of the heart. This prescription is very brief but it is very swift in its effect. It consists of four aamal (good deeds) that are the life of the Islamic Shariah and Tariqah, and they are so easy to do that you do not have to spend your life, wealth, or time to do them. If a person makes it a habit of doing them, a special connection with Allah is created whose effect one begins to feel in one's life. The heart becomes willing to accept rectification and then gradually a state is reached when even if the person wants to commit sin, he is unable to do so.." And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Hair-loss and black-magicI am 20 years old and have been experiencing hair loss, I think blackmagic has been done on me so that I have a hair loss problem. Can I have a dua for that? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Ibne Abbas (Radhiallaahu Anhu) states that once he was riding behind the Prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) when he say: ?O Lad, be watchful over Allah (commandments of Allah) He will be watchful over you. Safeguard his rights; He will be ever with you. If you must beg, beg of Him alone. And remember that if all the people together desire to benefit you, they will be unable to do so except with that which Allah had pre-ordained for you and if all of them intend to do harm to you, they will not be able to do so except with that which Allah had pre-destined against you. The pens have been lifted and put aside and the ink of the book (of pre-destination) had dried up.? (Mishkaat, Page 453) Shaykh Zakariyya Kandelwi (RH) has prepared a small booklet enumerating various Ayat that are beneficial in warding off the effects of magic, nazar etc. The name of this booklet is Manzil. You can purchase this booklet at almost any Islamic bookstore or search for a digital version of it online. It is recommended that you read this every morning and evening and inshAllah Allah will remove any black magic done upon you. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Husband watches other women!My husband always watches other women, can you give me dua that will stop that, please? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah The best solution to your problem is for you to take away all chances of your husband to be alone and to look at other women. Keep your husband close-knit to you, show him that you care for him, love him, dress up for him, and need him. Invite him before he invites you, try to please him in any way that you can. Take a look at his rights that you may have neglected or haven't paid much attention to and try to improve on those levels and InshAllah Allah will help him keep his eyes on you and not on anyone else. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Donating property for Sadaqa JariahI wish to donate a property for the purpose of Esal-e-Sawab. I want to make the niyat [intention] that Allah bestow its rewards first to our Prophet [sal allahu alaihi was sallam], to all his family members, to all the sahabas, Taba'een, Tabe-Taba'een , all aulias (pious worshippers/ friends of Allah), mashaikhs, all my family members both alive and those who have passed away and to all the momin brothers and sisters who have passed away, those who are alive and those to come in the future. Is this way of intention OK? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Yes, it is correct. May Allah accept your intentions. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua that turns my wishes trueI am looking for dua that turns my wishes true immediatly. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah 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. 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. Ask Alimah Department voices in headI want to ask you if you have a Dua for voices in head, one of my friends has problems Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam 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. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Advice to New Muslimah regarding non-Muslim parentsConcern for parents who are not Muslim.. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah 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 favourable 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 favourable to them. The ruling is general. It includes parents who are Muslims as well as non-Muslims. Hadhrat 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. Do lots of dua that Allah tala give 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 And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Getting white hairAssalaamualaykum. If somebody gets white hair then does it mean anything Islamically? somebody told me that you are very dear to Allah or something if you do get white hair but i dont know if its true or not. jazakAllah. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah We haven't come across any explicit Hadith with that meaning. However, there are Ahaadith wherein Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) praised white hair. Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) is reported to have said, 'Do not pluck white hair, for verily each one will be a means of noor (light) on the day of judgement.' According to some narrations, one will be rewarded for each strand. (Targheeb vol.3 pg.118) Note: This Hadith prevents plucking and not dying. Ebraahim (alayhis salaam) is also reported to have made Du'aa to Allah Ta'ala to increase his white hair. (Muwatta Imaam Maalik) And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Watching TV and videosSince you are not allowed to take pictures then are you allowed to watch TV and videos? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah 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. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua to conceive childrenDua to conceive children Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah 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. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department husband is joblessMy husband is jobless last six month. he is well educated, number of places he gives interviews people give positive reply but again they will not call him. Please help me out what is the reason behind this is, is there any bounding or what else please help me out? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah The Prophet SAW 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) (ayah of soorah Talaq) It is narrated by Abu Hurairah RA that the Prophet SAW said, Allah SWT 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 SAW 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 one’s sustenance. This is because Allah SWT 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 SWT 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. You should recite last 2 ayats of Surah Taubah 7 times in morning and 7 times in evening. Also ask your parents for their duas as there is great strength in the dua of a mother and father [Editor's note: Du'a, Prayer and Supplications] http://www.islameasy.org/Dua_main.php And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Purity and menstruation periodThere is a difference of opinions between my Muslim sisters concerning the menses. I believe that prayer stops during this time, where as the Quran does not exactly say a woman can not pray during her menses, some sisters are beginning to take issue believing that you can pray, read Quran and fast during your menses. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah It is not permissible to recite the Quran, offer prayers, or fast during the menstruation period. The reference is Ayah number 77-79 of Surah Waqia (Juz 27) And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Advice to women seeking Islamic knowledge III wanted to do an Alimah course but am unable to find any institution which does that here in India. Request you to please guide me in this regard. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Masha Allah your thirst for knowledge is commendable. There are many institutions in India which teach the alimah course. Please ask an Alim or the Imam in your town to guide you to the nearest institution. In the meantime, read authentic basic books which are meant for the layman 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 are have any doubts about the book, the author, or what is written in it. Make Dua, do your faraidh and sunnahs, avoid committing 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. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Guidelines on how to teach children about IslamWhat is the easiest method to teach children Salah? How can I make my children learn more about Islam? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah You should teach them the various surahs and duas of Salah and then ask them to pray the Fardh Salah loudly. In this way, you can listen to them and correct them when they are wrong. Encourage your sons to attend the Masjid and pray salah in Jama'ah. Our children are an amanah(trust)given to us by Allah Ta'ala. It is our duty to teach them the basics of our religion. Rasulullah Sallahu alaihi wa sallam has said "everyone of you is a shephard and everyone of you will be questioned about his flock." Therefore it is imperative that you teach your children about Islam. You will need to instill in them a deep love for Allah and Muhammed Sallalahu alaihi wasallam and equip them with that amount of knowledge which will enable them to differentiate between right and wrong beliefs and actions. It is better for them to attend a madrassah. If they cannot, you should hire a teacher to teach them or teach them yourself. At the very least, they should learn: a. Reading the Quran and memorizing the small surahs. b. The articles of faith i.e. beliefs regarding Tauheed (onesness of Allah,His qualities and attributes) angels, prophets, Books of Allah, the last day, life after death etc. c. The pillars of Islam i.e Shahadah, salah, zakah haj and fasting d. The history of Rasul Sallahualai wasallam and the other Propets AS. e. duas of salah and other short duas. f. ettiquete - sunnah of Rasul Sallahu alaihi wasallam. The best way to encourage our children to pray Salah and to lead their lives according to the Sunnah is by example. This will create an environment wherein it will become easy to follow Islam. Additionally, we should praise them with beautiful words and talk to them about the love Allah has for His creation and the various bounties in Jannah. Together with this effort, we should constantly ask Allah to guide us and our children. May Allah Ta'ala make your task easy. May Allah Ta'ala grant us all pious children that will be coolness to our eyes. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Ruling on Hijaab and NiqabIf you become an Alimah (woman scholar), is it compulsory to wear Niqab? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Niqab is necessary irrespective of whether one is an Alimah or not. Please study the following answer given to a previous question on the same topic. Allah SWT says in Surah Ahzaab, verse 59 "O 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 there is no room for confusion anymore. Ibne Abaas (R.A.) says under the explanation of the above verse "Allah SWT 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 SAW 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 are 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 SWT 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 be necessary. 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 SWT 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 SWT 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 SWT has further commanded her not to be complacent/sweet in her speech with the males. (Surah Ahzaab) Allah SWT 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 it is absurd. Similarly, Allah SWT 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 SWT grant us the true understanding of His deen and grant us the taufeeq to follow His commands. Aamin! And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department How to make parents happy?What kind of steps can I take to make my parents happy? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Your question is masha Allah, a very praiseworthy question. We live in a time when children are too often concerned about their needs and desires only. They care little about the happiness of their parents. A question like this brings light to the heart. May Allah reward you. • Firstly, it is important to obey our parents in all matters which are permissible, and we should obey with a smile. • Secondly, if they command you to do something which is not allowed in Islam than refuse politely. Do not be rude to them. • Thirdly, we should willingly and happily serve them, without being asked. • Fourthly, we should be loving and friendly towards them at all times. Always look at them with kindness and with a smile on your face. Spend time with them, confide in them, ask for their advice etc. Basically treat them like your best friends. • And last but not least, we should forgive them when they make a mistake, for they are only human. We learn from Rasul Sallahu alaihi wa sallam that the pleasure of Allah lies in the pleasure of our parents and the displeasure of Allah is because of the displeasure of our parents. May Allah grant me and you the ability to please our parents and to fulfill our duties towards them. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Times to offer Salatul TasbeehWhen is the right time to pray Salatul Tasbeeh? Can one pray it after Salat Duha (chast)? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Salatul Tasbeeh can be prayed at any time except the forbidden and Makrooh times. i.e. sunrise, sunset and Zawwal (when the sun is at its zenith), after Fajr until after sunrise and after Asr until after sunset. It is perfectly fine to pray it after the salat Duha (chast). And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Ruling on attaching 'Abd' in front of Allah's name when naming a baby.Is it compulsory to add Abdul if we are keeping our baby name from Allah's name? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah There are some names of Allah that may be kept without attaching ‘Abd’, for example, Noor. However most of the names of Allah require the addition of ‘Abd’ since they are the qualities that belong solely to Allah. One should consult a scholar when in doubt. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua to remove any body pain.Can you please tell me any dua to remove itching from body .i.e illnesses. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah The method of dua for any pain in the body is to place your hand on the spot that hurts, and read: Bismillahirahmanirahim, followed by: "Auozu biizzatilahi wa qudratihi min shari ma agidu minal waj'ee" 7 times You can also read Surah Fatihah seven times and blow on the spot. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua for safe and healthy pregnancyCan you please tell me any dua for safe /healthy pregnancy? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah After every Salaah, you may read the dua of Zakariyya A.S "Rabbi hab lee mil ladunka dhurriyyatan tayyibah. Innaka sameeud dua" (Soorah Aale Imraan). Read as often as you can. In addition one may recite the last two ayayts of Surah At Taubah 7 times, morning and evening. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Making mistakes in life and asking for forgiveness.I have done many bad things in my life and now regret it. Is there any dua for forgiveness and be in clean state? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam 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 have sorrow on 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 SAW 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 . And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department How to gain self-confidence and courageI wanted to know if there is any particular dua or wazeefah to help me gain confidence and courage to face situations in the right way without getting scared. Due to this problem, I failed to get to get a job and failed in many such ways. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Allhamdulillah, Islam is a complete way of life. Allah ta'ala has guided us through the Quraan and Sunnah. The following are some steps you can take, insha Allah: 1. Imaan and righteous deeds: “Whoever works righteousness — whether male or female — while he (or she) is a true believer (of Islamic Monotheism) 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. 2. Seeking help with patience and prayer: Allah says (interpretation of the meaning): “And seek help in patience and al-salaat (the prayer)…” [al-Baqarah 2:45]. Hudhayfah (may Allah be pleased with him) said: “Whenever the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) was grieved by something, he used to pray.” The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: “How wonderful is the situation of the believer, for all his affairs are good. If something good happens to him, he gives thanks for it and that is good for him; if something bad happens to him, he bears it with patience, and that is good for him. This does not apply to anyone but the believer.” (Narrated by Muslim, no. 2999). 3. One of the greatest means of feeling contentment and of acquiring peace of mind is to remember Allah a great deal (dhikr). This has a great effect in bringing contentment, peace of mind, and relieving worry and distress. Allah says: “Verily, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest” (al - Ra'd 13:28) Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that when the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) was distressed by something, he would say: “Yaa Hayyu yaa Qayyoom bi rahmatika astagheeth (O Ever-Living, O Eternal, by Your mercy I seek help).” You can also recite : "Rabbish-rah li sadri wa yassir li amri wah lul uqdatam millisani yafqa hu qawli." May Allah make it easy for you. Ameen. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Astrology and horoscopesIs it true if you read your daily horoscope your Salah and duaas are not accepted by Allah ? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah More or less mafhoom (meaning) of the Hadeeth is that consulting to an astrologist is next to kufr. This also reflects lacking in fundamental beliefs of Islam. Our elders also abstain from reading the commentary of these astrologists. [for more details, please see the question “Belief in Palmistry or hand-lines-reading” in this section] And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua to increase beautya. Which dua should be recited by the muslim girl to increase her beauty and attraction. Also I want to know what can be recited for beautiful long hair? b. I have tried a lot of ways to reduce my body hairs but they have not worked, i have been to the doctor and he said that body hairs are normal. i have a lot of it on my face which i really get embarrassed at time. Can you please suggest any wazifah to read? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah You may recite these following verses of Quran 100 times after Isha accompanying with11 times durood shareef: "Laqad Khalaqnal Insana fee Ahsani Taqweem" (Surah Teen, Verse 3) and "Rabbi Inni Mughlobun Funtasir" (Surah Qamar, verse10) Then make dua. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Living with non-muslimsI am separated from my husband. My daughter and I live with my non-muslim family because we have no choice. There is a lot of impurity in the house. Will my ibaadah be accepted and who exactly is responsible for us? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Insha Allah, May Allah accept your ibaadah (Ameen). Please make sure that the place for your salaah and the clothes are pure (clean) from all the impurities, because those are the conditions for salaah. May Allah make it easy for you Ameen. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Zakaah on jewelryI want to know if a woman who is not working and she has jewelry, is it compulsory for her to pay zakat from her pocket money or to sell one of her jewelry and pay zakat or can her husband pay for her? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Zakaat is one of the five pillars of Islam. It is an integral part of Islam. Zakaat is compulsory upon people who have the Nisaab of Zakaat, and a whole year passes on the Nisaab. Once a year passes and a person does not pay his Zakaat, they will be answerable to Allah for disobeying his command. In the enquired case, a woman is the sole owner and she could do as she wishes with the jewellery, she could save the money that is given to her as a pocket money and then pay her zakaat or she could sell some of her jewelry to pay zakaat. If her Hasband wants to pay zakaat on her behalf, he needs to give that amount to her as a gift and after having possession over that money; she could pay her zakaat by that money. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Is it required to read Salah tul Istikhara for marriage proposalI have received a marriage proposal and it was done through elders of the mosque. The potential has asked my hand in marriage. should I do istikhara? Is it necessary? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah It is best to read this salaah yourself or to ask a person who is pious and knowledgable in deen, at this time, we would advise you to do it and then decide. The aim of istikhaarah is to ask for guidance from Allaah to the better of two matters concerning which one is hesitating, because guidance and help come from Allaah; 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. Ask Alimah Department Ruling on woman traveling without mehramWe live in Bahrain. My husband can become a mahram for my mother and me at the same time but can she travel to Saudi from India alone without a mahram? We can accompany her only from Saudi. Is it compulsory for her to have a mahram from India itself or can she come alone from India untill Saudi without a mahram and then I and my husband accompany her? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah According to Shariah rulings, a woman is not allowed to travel without a mehram at all. In your case, even though your husband (mehram) will join her in Saudi, but travel from India to Saudi will not be allowed. May Allah SWT will make it easy for you and your mother Ameen. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Going through financial difficultiesMy family has been going through some rough time. We will be sued by someone from our relatives for some money. We do not know what to do. Can you please suggest any dua to make this case easy on us? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah The prophet SAW 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) (ayah of soorah Talaq) It is narrated by Abu Hurairah RA that the Prophet SAW said, Allah SWT 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 SAW said,"A persons 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 SWT 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 SWT for assistance is through salaah. We should try not to become despondant or depressed, instead we should remember that Allah SWT 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" 341 times daily. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department How to receive more personal time from husbandMy husband does not give me any personal attention. He is always busy with his work and does not have anytime for me. Can you please suggest any dua to increase our private time and love for each other? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah From our elders we have learned that the best wazeefah and the best dua 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 the mentioned one will be able to lure the partner into a never ending love. You can recite Ayat no.154 of Surah Aal-e-Imraan(3 times) and blow it on the water and share that water with the whole family and besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday. May Allah SWT will make it easy for you. Ameen And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department What can be done to increase love between family members such as in lawsMy husband refuses to speak to my parents and family and does not even go to there house, however he know that i speak to my parents and visit them very seldom. If you have some ayaat or dua to read to break this anger he has for them please do forward to me. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah You can recite Ayat no.154 of Surah Aal-e-Imraan(3 times) and blow it on the water and share that water with the whole family and besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday. May Allah SWT will make it easy for you. Ameen And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua to conceive a babyI consultant with doctor about having a baby. Doctor told me every thing is ok. I am praying dua of zakiriya (A.S) in every prayer but I do not have a child yet now please tell me any dua or amaal so I can became pregnant. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Gather 40 cloves and for 40 continuous nights after Isha prayer read ayat number 40 of surah Noor beginning from ' Au ka zulumaatin' until the end 40 times and blow on it and continue doing dua and maintaining relationship with your husband. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department If spotting in pregnancy then what is the ruling on praying salahI am close to my expected due date, and seen a brownish discharge, also known as spotting. I wanted to know if I can read my salah? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Spotting in the pregnancy is not considered anything that would stop you from praying, fasting, or doing any sort of ibadah. The spotting would be taken as nifaas bleeding only when the head of the child has come out. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Unable to control urine drops before using washroom. what is the ruling on its purity?My mother is going to hajj and she has a problem; she can not control her urine before she goes to toilet 3 to 4 drops will pass and this happens to her everyday for about 2-3 times. Can she wash her private part and offer salat or she has to take bath every time? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah The discharge of droplets of urine after urination is usually due to not performing proper Istinja. There is a process that ensures that all of the droplets of urine are purged from the urethra. There are several practices that will assist a person in relieving himself of this problem. The first practice is once the urination has ended, the remaining drops in the urethra have to be purged out. This can be done by forcing yourself to cough whereby the convulsions of your body force out the remaining drops. Another way is to place toilet paper on your private part and take several steps whereby the urine drops leak out onto the toilet paper. In principal a person who is afflicted with the sickness of blood flowing persistently from his nose or urine dripping continuously from his private part or unstoppable releasing of wind or has a wound that does not stop bleeding etc. will be considered as a ma'zoor when the following condition is met: A complete time of salaat elapses in such a way that his particular problem does not stop for long enough for him to be able to perform salaat. If such a time is found wherein salaat could be offered, he will not be classified as a ma'zoor and the rules of a ma'zoor will not apply to him. Example of a complete time is from the start of Zuhr to the start of Asr. The rule in regard to a ma'zoor is that he should make wudu for the time of every salaat. As long as that salaat time remains, his wudhu will remain. However, if apart from this sickness, some other matter crops up which causes wudhu to break, then his wudhu will break and he will have to repeat it. A person will continue to be classified as a ma'zoor as long as his problem, such as urine dripping, occurs at least once for every salaat time. If an entire time passes in which no urine dripped, the person will not remain a ma'zoor. Now the ruling will be that each time the urine drips, wudhu will break. A ma'zoor who has the problem of dripping urine does not have to wash the urine off his clothes or body if he believes that if he washes it, it will drip and besmear his clothes or body again before he is able to complete his salaat. (Bahishti Zewar vol. 1, pg. 62) If your mother does not qualify as a mazoor then she would have to do istinja and wudhu with every time the urine comes out. We hope your mother's problem gets resolved through the method mentioned above. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Can we invest money on shares, mutual funds and LIC policy?My question is can we invest money on shares,mutual funds, and can i make LIC policy on my children, already my husband has made policy for income tax reasons, is this permissible in islam? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Investing in mutual funds and shares may be halaal in some conditions, while haraam in other, wherever you plan on investing your money should be carefully investigated. Irrespective of what you can save by indulging in a Haraam transaction,It is not permissible to invest in a life insurance policy even if the intention is to merely use the policy as a means of saving taxes. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department What can be done to restore beauty?Is there anyway to make dua in the highest level or any fasting or salah that i could perform so that Allah may restore me my health and give me the Nur in my beauty so I may be beautiful? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah You should use this incident of your illness to ponder over the millions of other bounties that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed upon you and has not taken it away from you. Thousands of other people do not enjoy the bounty of sight, hearing, speech, walking etc whilst you do. Everyone is tested and tried to some extent by Allah Ta'ala. The successful servants are those who praise Allah for His bounties and practice patience upon their difficulties, and upon doing so Allah tala will grant you more neimats. Indeed Allah tala loves those who are grateful.In this manner, you will be rewarded for both the praises and patience. Rasulullah صلى الله عليه Ùˆ سلم has stated, "The matter of a believer is peculiar, every affair of his is good and this is for no one else besides a believer. If good befalls him, he is grateful and that is good for him. If calamity afflicts him, he is patient and that is good for him." (Muslim) May Allah tala restore your health and grant you the nur of Jannat in this world and the hereafter. InshAllah Ameen And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Giving a qasam / swear to wife and its rulingMy husband has an habit of giving qasam or swear for time, one time he gave me qasam that i will never talk to my sister again ,and if i will talk to her talaq will happen to me that what he said. Since than I am not talking to her, now he is saying u are free for that qasam if you want you can talk to her. Now I want to know if I talk to her what will happen to my nikkah? This kind of qasam can effect your nikah or not? Also i would like to know that if qasam really exit? some one can give u qasam for some thing and do u have to obey qasam? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah In answering your question a lot of research has been done. First and foremost, the answer about the validity of your nikah is that if after your husband giving that oath to you if you happened to talk to your sister then that will be considered as one talaq and your husband should take you back by any actions that show marital relationship (i.e. by having intercourse, by kissing, etc.). After this incident your husband will be left with only two talaqs and he should be very careful in giving such qasams or using these talaqs. In response to the question regarding the validity of oaths is that when a person takes an oath in the name of Allah, it is incumbent upon him to fulfil that oath. When he does not fulfil (breaks) the oath, it is compulsory upon him to give Kaffarah (penance) for misusing the name of Allah. Any oath taken on the name of anyone or anything besides Allah Ta'ala will not be considered as an oath in Shari'a. An oath in Islam can only be taken by the name of Allah or by specific qualities of Allah Ta'ala. (Qudoori, P231) As for oaths that a husband gives to his wife,. it is incumbent upon her to fulfill it as his right. For example if he says "I give you a qasam not to go outside today" then it would be vital for you to fulfill that oath. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department What can be done to have a baby boy?Can you please tell me some duas from the Quran to conceive a baby boy? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah The best way to request anything from Allah ta'la is to dua for it after every ibadat. Besides that in some books it has been said that the pregnant woman should read Ya Mateenu 300 times with the shadah finger (the index finger of the right finger) on your belly button. Other than this it has also been narrated that that couple who intends name their son Muhammad if they have a son, will also be granted a son inshAllah. But one should be grateful at whatever Allah tala grants. May Allah grant you a son that can be a source for hidayah of the ummath. Ameen. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Is it allowed to read love stories.Is it allowed to read love stories? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah It is not permissible to read novels due to the ideas and concepts that are subliminally presented. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department How to increase love between husband and wife.I'm not married and INSHALLAH gonna get married soon. My fiance loved me a lot and cared for me alot but now i see his love is going please give me a dua which I can pray and get back his love please help me. Send me any dua to get back husbands love. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah From our elders we have learned that the best wazeefah and the best dua 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 the mentioned one will be able to lure the partner into a never ending love. Aside from this you can read Ya Wadoodu 111 times in the morning and evening (with durood sharief three times before and after) and blow it on food, inshAllah it will increase the love. Also one should also remember that through the blessings of Nikah, Allah ta'la will naturally put love between the two of you. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Repenting from use of interest moneyBefore marriage I was forced to take interest money from my father for my food and education. Now I feel so depressed and guilty and seeking mercy from the almighty. Any lending or serving the needy from my part help me in hereafter? Or else what shall i do ? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Interest is expressly prohibited in the Quraan (2/275). Those who involve themselves in interest are in war with Allah (2/279). Who will succeed the war against Allah? Furthermore, Allah states that the wealth of those involved in interest decreases (2/276). In order to remedy your situation you should read two rakaats salaatul tauba, make sincere tauba to Allah and make an intention never to repeat the sin. Together with seeking Allah’s forgiveness you should make an effort to settle the loan as soon as possible and also do dua for your parents that Allah ta'la gives them hidayat too inshAllah. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Asking opposite gender for cell/mobile phone numberIf a sister asks a brother for his mobile number, is this haram and does this cause fitnah? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Contact with a non Mahram is not permissible, such acts will lead to fitnah and should be avoided as far as possible. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Makeup Fast on FridaysIs it makrooh to fast on Fridays if we did not fast the previous day while repaying for the days that we missed during ramadan Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah “Do not single out the Friday for fasting nor its night for standing [in prayer â€" i.e. Thursday night]" As for if a person fasted coincidentally on a Friday due to it being a habitual practice of the person to fast, then there is no objection in that and the person is not at liberty. And likewise if he fasted the day before or the day after it [i.e. Friday] there is no objection in that and the person is not at liberty, and there is no dislike [Islamically, in the matter]. An example of the first case: if it was from the habit of a person to fast one day and leave a day [fasting alternative days] and coincidentally fasted on a Friday, then there is no wrong/ objection in that. Likewise, if it was the persons habit to fast the day of ‘Arafah and coincidentally the day of ‘Arafah landed on a Friday, then there is no objection to him fasting on that Friday nor any restriction upon him because indeed he did not single out this day [to fast] merely because of it being a Friday but rather due to it being the day of ‘Arafah and likewise even if this day coincided with the day of ‘Aashooraa’ and he was limited to it [i.e. to only fasting that day], then there is no objection in that [for him to fast] even though it would be better for him to fast the day before or day after the day of ‘Aashooraa’. The second example: to fast the Thursday or Saturday along with the Friday. As for the one who fasted Friday without an eligible reason [such as it being other than a habit, or an act of sunnah that coincides with this day], then we say to him: if you wanted to fast Saturday [along with the Friday] then proceed with your fasting [on the Friday] and if you did not want to fast Saturday nor Thursday, then do not fast [on Friday] in accordance with what the messenger of Allaah (salAllaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) ordered, and Allaah is the Expounder of Success. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua for situation when parents don't agree to your choice for marriageMy cousin & I want to get married, but our families are against it due to internal conflict. My istikhara also suggests that we should get married, & this is causing me to get depressed. Please suggest me du'as that will resolve this matter. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah One may seek the help of Allah SWT through Salaatul Haajah. Please check on the questions and answer page for the method of performing it. http://www.islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php If a specific task needs to be fulfilled, you may recite the following dhikr: "yaa mutakabbiru" abundantly. 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 SWT. 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 And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua to protect your children from the evil eye, or evil intentionsIs there any dua to recite that your child is not separated from you or someone does not come between you and your child because they are jealous. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah 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 your child. 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 atheem". May Allah protect you and your child. Ameen. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Ruling on taking off the Niqab while taking passport pictureI was recently asked a question by a non-muslim sister regarding the permission to take off Niqab when taking passport pictures. Is it permissible to do so? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah As this is a law of the country and an important method of identification, it is permissable to remove the Niqab for a photograph for one's passport. However she may not expose her hair and she should not beautify her face with makeup etc. Care should be taken that the passport photograph is seen only by the relevant authorities. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua for situation when the person you intend to marry is avoiding youSomeone I've known for a long time and intend to marry is now avoiding me. Please give me a dua so that I can get married to that person. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam 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 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. (Editor's note: Du'a for Istikhara: http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.htm ) 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! And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Using Eye Drops while fastingI was advised by a Muslim doctor that eye drops do not break the fast, and I used them while fasting. Will I have to make up those fasts? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah According to the Fuqaha, inserting eyedrops into the eyes do not break the fast.Therefore, Alhamdulillah you do not have to make-up any of the fasts. Inserting ear-drops however, will break the fast because the ear canal is directly linked with the throat. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua to get preganantIs there any dua to get preganant? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam 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. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Keeping husband happyPlease help me with making my husband happy. He is never happy with me. Please give me dua or wazeefah. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Your husband will be more attracted to you when you show good character and love towards him, take note of his likes and dislikes and in general keep him happy. Insha-Allah very soon he will return the same to you. Also engage in the remembrance of Allah SWT abundantly and be steadfast in your Salaah and good deeds. An extremely beneficial dua from the Quran is in Surah Al-Furqan, verse 74. Together with this you can recite "YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo" as many times as you can everyday. 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. You may be going through a trial or test and turning towards Allah SWT is the solution. We would advise you to be patient. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah. May Allah Ta'ala bless your marriage with love and mercy for one another. Ameen. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department How are rewards/punishment earned, when good/bad is predestined due to taqdeer (fate)If getting sick is written in our taqdeer (fate) and then getting recovered is also written, then what about doing good and bad deeds. Is it also written in taqdeer? What's the human contribution or fault then? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Yes, everything is preordained even a person getting well but if one does dua and Allah with his mercy accepts it the time of recovery will come faster than what was preordained. The meaning of du'aa changing everything is an indication of the effectiveness of du'aa unto Allah. There are two issues in taqdeer: 1. Khalq (to create) 2. Kasb (to earn) Allah is the Khaliq (creator) of all things good and bad. It is clear from this that good and bad being attributed to Allah. Human beings have full and complete choice in earning either good and bad. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua to reduce pain during menstruation, or any bodily painCan you please tell me any duas to reduce my pain in backbone during periods? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah The method of doing dua for any pain in the body is to place your hand on the spot that hurts,and read: Bismillahirahmanirahim, followed by seven times: "Auozu biizzatilahi wa qudratihi min shari ma agidu minal waj'ee" You can also read Surah Fatihah seven times and blow and drink the water. InshAllah Allah will give you shifa. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Offering Salah, reading Quran and fasting in menstruation.Is it right to offer prayers and recite Quran and to fast during periods? Please justify your answer through the Quranic verses and hadeeth. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah It is not permissible to recite the Quran, offer prayers, or fast during the menstruation period. / The reference is Ayah number 77-79 of Surah Waqia (Juz 27) And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Can one pray after five days of Menstruation?Can a girl pray namaz after five days of Menstruation? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah If after five days of menstruation you have checked that there is no more bleeding or traces of blood found in your discharge, then one should do ghusl making sure that the water reaches everywhere (including the nose,the inside of the mouth, the bellybutton, under the nails, etc) and after ghusl one can pray salaah, read quran, etc. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua for parents' loveMy parents don't want to arrange for my marriage as they think I'm too old already. They are preparing for my younger sibling. Even my friends discourage me, and tell me no one will marry me. Please give me a du'a for putting love in the hearts of my parents, so that I can get married as soon as possible. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah For you my sister, the best suggestion that one can give is to read salaatul hajaat ( http://www.islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php ), and do lots of dua that Allah tala puts it in the heart of your parents to get you married. In any case, one should do lots of khidmat of ones parents and be obedient to them as the happiness of Allah lies in the happiness of ones parents. We do dua that Allah fulfills your desire inshAllah. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department How to check for end of the menstruation cycleHow do you check for the end of the cycle? How do I exactly test for the end so I know at exactly which prayer I become responsible? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah To find out when your period has ended you would check your pad periodically during the day to look for bleeding on your pad. As the definition of haid is, that blood which comes out of the female private part. When you do see bleeding on your pad or discharge that has even a thread's width of blood then you should wait and check again later. Upon seeing no blood or signs of bleeding then you should take a shower. As we do not know what time exactly we ended our periods, one should read the current salaah and qaza of the salaah that has just passed just to be on the safe side (remember it's always better to be safe than sorry). And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Correlation between taqdeer (fate) and dua when it comes to marriageWhen we like someone and want to marry, then is it only 'taqdeer' that decides that this marriage can be done? Or is it the effort of 'dua' that can make it possible specially when you like someone? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah As for the question regarding taqdeer and dua, this world is Darul-Asbaab,a world of avenues and sources. Amongst many sources one of them is doing dua. Dua is categorized under taqdeer. Taqdeer has already been written but if a person does dua for a certain wish, like marriage, it will be accepted but only with the condition that Allah subhana wa tala wants to accept it. A mere worldly example of this is that in this world when we get sick we go to the doctor and get medication to cure the sickness. After taking the medication for the set amount of time, sometimes we find that the medication did not work at all, while at other times the medication works perfectly well. In both cases we have to remember that it was in our taqdeer to get sick, hence we got sick. We took the medication which was a source of us getting better; either we got better or we didn't both of which are determined by the will of Allah. Likewise if a person is written in your taqdeer to be your spouse and your wish is to marry someone else, you can do dua and if Allah wishes then you will get what you want; but at the same time if Allah does not wish to accept what you want (for reasons which we may or may not understand), then that which is written in your taqdeer will be put into impact. Furthermore, a point worthy of notice is that we show our humbleness through doing dua and Allah subhana watala loves his creations when they show humbleness. We show our dependency on Allah subhana watala and show Allah that we truly are nothing and we cannot make anything happen until it is the will of our Allah. Also, unlike anyone of this world, Allah tala gets upset when we do not ask for our needs from Allah subhana watala and loves it when we ask for everything from a shoe lace to Allah tala's closeness. We do dua that Allah subhana wa tala accepts your wishes and grants you happiness inshAllah. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Having affection toward opposite gender before marriage in IslamIs it prohibited in Islam to like someone and love? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Having a love marriage is permissible in Islam, however one should not try to create or encourage such relationships as in the process one will be sinful. The reason it has been prohibited is the possibility of one doing many sins such as looking at the opposite gender, talking to them, going out with them etc. all of which are considered forms of lower levels of zina. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Names of all the Doors of JannahCan you please tell me all the names of doors of the jannah? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah There are eight doors of Jannah as follows: 1) Baabus Salaah: Those who were punctual in observing their Salaah will be granted entry through this door. 2) Baabul Jihad: Those who participated in Jihad will be granted entry through this door. 3) Baabus Sadaqah: Those who frequently gave Sadaqah will be admitted into Jannah through this door. 4) Baabur Rayyaan: The people who constantly observed the fast will be granted entry through this door. 5) Baabul Hajj: Those who observe the pilgrimage will be admitted through this door. 6) Baabul Kaazimeenal Ghaiz Wal 'Aafina 'Anin Naas: This door is reserved for those who suppress their anger and pardon others. 7) Baabul Aiman: This door is reserved for the entry of such people who are saved from reckoning and chastisement. 8) Baabuz Zikr: Those who excessively remembered Allah will be admitted through this door. The above mentioned gates have been proven from authentic Ahadeeth. It is beyond our knowledge to understand the nature of these gates, and the manner in which one will enter them. Allamah Ibn Hajar has recorded the possibility that these doors are found inside paradise after entering the main gate. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Making wish come trueIs there any wazeefa or duas that would help make my wish come true? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah One may seek the help of Allah SWT through Salaatul Haajah. Please check on the questions and answer page for the method of performing it. http://www.islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php If a specific task needs to be fulfilled, you may recite the following dhikr: "yaa mutakabbiru" abundantly. We would advise you not to be hasty in expecting your duas or wishes to be fulfilled. Things happen according to the wish of Allah SWT. 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. 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 wish of Allah,surely he will accept our duas and his help will be with us. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Asking family members to do Istikhara for oneselfI would like to ask a question about istikhaara, im asking this question for myself and the love to ask a close member of the family to do istikhaara is that true? I would also like to know is that when I did istikhaara I received a good sign but when his sister did it for him for 7 days and received a bad sign as that is what she said, I want to know what this means, how can one see a good sign and the other see bad and is it true many people mistakenly believe that they must perform istikhaara 7 days in a row and then wait for a sign but that too is bidah. When we perform it, a sign should come right away. And if u could please provide proof I really want to know everything about istikhaara. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah It is best to read this salaah yourself or to ask a person who is pious and knowledgable in deen,at this time since you are confused,we would advise you to do it one more time and then decide. Istikhaarah is done when a decision is to be made in matters which are neither obligatory nor prohibited . So one does not need to do istikhaarah for deciding whether he should go for hajj or not. Because if he is financially able to do it then hajj is obligatory and he does not have a choice. Similarly one does not need to do istikhaarah for deciding whether he should give up smoking or not because smoking is haraam and must be given up. It is not necessary to see a dream or to wait for a specific amount of time,sometimes one may not see any dream but feel a strong conviction in the heart that I should do this or I shouldnt do this.That feeling is also an answer to ones istikhaarah and should be followed. The aim of istikhaarah is to ask for guidance from Allaah to the better of two matters concerning which one is hesitating, because guidance and help come from Allaah; 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. Ask Alimah Department Concerns for children while making plans for HajjI want to go for Hajj this year and want to leave my kids with their grand parents in Pakistan. The problem is that my younger daughter is on breast feeding and now I m trying to give her bottle but is rejecting it. My husband does not want to take her with us on hajj so that we can concentrate fully. What should I do? Should I take her with me? Should I perform hajj next year? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah If you have concerns for your children when left behind,then this is a valid reason to delay your hajj for one more year. So this will be your decision to make. In the case of death (may Allah give you a long life,Aamin) wassiyah should be made by you, for someone to make the hajj on your behalf. As a matter of experience,breastfed babies' dont like to take a botte when weaned off the breast,a better alternative is drinking from an infant cup instead.Also,by the time you leave for hajj,your baby will be almost a year old and eating more that drinking. However ,you should have peace of mind if you are leaving your children behind,as this will affect you mentally during Hajj. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Ruling on music, instruments, and making career in entertainments?1)Is music and all instruments totally haraam? 2)Is it haraam for muslim females to be an artist/singer or an actress? These two are my only talents, so I need to see if I can make a career out of my talents. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Wa alaykum salaam warahmatullah 1. We have not come accross any pious Allah-fearing Ulama who say that music or musical instruments are halal/permissable to use,as music is forbidden in Islam clearly,by Allah S.W.T himself in the quran, in Ahaadith of the holy prophet S.A.W ,according to the sahaaba(companions) and pious scholars of the ummah. Entire books have been written in detail on this subject ,one specifically by Mufti Muhammed Shafi rahimahullah,however,we will very briefly answer your question on this topic. a) "And there are some people who are the purchasers of idol talk,so that they may deviate from the path of Allah without knowledge,and they regard it a mockery(of this path),for them will be a disgracefull punishment." (soorah luqman) According to the greatest sahaba of tafseer, Ibne abbaas and Ibne masood R.A ,the taabieen and scholars,"purchasers of idol talk" refers to "music and singing". b) In soorah Bani Israaeel,Allah S.W.T tells shaitan," And deviate whomsever you can overpower from them (mankind), with your voice." according to the tafseer of this ayah,the voice of shaitan is infact music,singing,musical instruments, and idol activities which make a person unmindfull of the remembrance of Allah. c) It is narrated from Abdurahman bin Ghanam,R.A that Aboo Maalik Asha-ari R.A narrated to me, that he heard the the prophet S.A.W. saying," verily there will be people from my ummah ,who will make fornication and (wearing of) silk ,(drinking of) wine and (using)musical instruments as halaal." (bukhari) d) the prophet S.A.W has been quoted in many different narrations,in many books of hadith, regarding the signs of qiyaamah,one of which is music and musical instruments. e) It is narrated from Naafi' R.A, once Ibne Umar R.A heard the sound of a flute being played,he placed his fingers in his ears(to block out the sound) and turned his animal/conveyance around from that path,and said to me,"oh Naafi', can you hear any sound?" I said yes,he kept moving away until I said,"now I cannot hear any sound."he then took out his fingers from his ears,and came back onto the path and said,"I saw the prophet of Allah S.A.W do the same thing when he heard the flute being played." (Ahmad,Aboo Dawood,Ibne Maajah) The harms of music are many,and we can see the effect of this in our youth. Music leads to many other sins aswell,ludeness,immorality, zinaa etc. and Allah and his Rasool have prohibited us from it. 2. After reading the above we understand that there will be no barakah/contentmeant and peace of mind in a career whose essence is based on haram.I am sure that you have many talents which are more beautiful than this,which will make you successful and keep you on the straight path,Insha-Allah. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Criterias for ZakahWhat should I give zakah on and how much? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Assalaam alaikum Sister, If a person possesses 612.35 grams of silver or 87.479 grams of gold or any currency that equals the value of this amount of gold or silver, and this wealth remains in his possession for a complete year, then on the expiry of this year it will be Wajib on him to give Zakat. If his wealth is less than this, Zakat will not be Wajib. If it is more than this, Zakat will still be Wajib. Therefore if the cash on hand, the amount in the bank and shares are equivalent or more than the minimum Zakatable amount and you do not have liabilities, then you should pay 2 ½ % on the full amount as explained above. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Abused by family membersI wanted to ask that when I was young I was abused by some family members. After my marriage I cannot have any physical relationship with my husband because of what happened. I am completely put off from having any physical relationship and therefore I cannot stay with him any longer. My husband knows what happened and is understanding but he also has needs what do I do? We are separated right now. He loves me a lot, but I cannot have a relationship with and therefore I am being sinful is there anything I can do? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Jazakallah khair for writing to the institute regarding the problems you are experiencing. Allow me to suggest to you that both of you seek professional help as soon as possible. Please visit your physician with a view to further investigations for yourself. You have obviously suffered physical and perhaps physiological damage due to the abuse.You also need to go a psychologist for counseling to work through all the pain and grief you have been through. You need to learn to have more confidence in yourself and to discover that the wonderful human being within you.Once you can have a better grip on understanding yourself InshAllah you will be able to understand your own needs as well as the needs of your husband. Insha'allah, you will be able to throw off the burden of your early emotional losses and be able to achieve what you wish to, for your family and yourself. I sincerely hope that you go for professsional help as soon as possible. May Allah Ta'ala grant you ease and remove the difficulties you are facing presently. May He also grant your husband the understanding and sabr to help you with your problems so that the relationship and bond becomes stronger between you two. Ameen. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Time constraint for praying Salat ul IstikharaI would like to know whether there is any time limit to perform isthikhaarah namaaz, what is the latest time we can pray isthikhaarah namaaz? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah There is no time limit to performing Istikhara Namaaz however you cannot pray during the three forbidden times Sunset, sunrise, and Zawaal (1. Sunrise is when the first portion of the sun can be seen on the eastern horizon. It ends when the entire ball of the sun has become visible. Sunset is when the ball just touches the western horizon, and ends when the entire ball has disappeared. Zawaal is when the sun is at its highest point, i.e. when the shadow of an object reaches its shortest length) and you can pray it as late as you want up until Fajr time. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Drinking water/tea during azaan in SuhoorCan we drink water or tea during azaan in suhoor? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah One cannot drink water or tea during Azaan in sehri; one can only eat up to the minute before fajr time begins as usually the Azaan for fajr happens a little after the salaah time has already entered. Eating at the time of azaan would then nullify the fast. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Duas/ Zikar to do in month of Ramadan.What duas one should recited (zikar) in the month of ramadan? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Read the first kalimah abundantly, and duas like Allahumma Ajirna min-an-naar,Laa ilaaha ilalaho nasalukal janata wa nauzubika minanaar, as well as quranic duas like Rab-bigh-fir war-ham wa Anta Khair-ur-Raahimeen. (Surah Al Muminun:118), Rabbana Fagh-fir-lana zunoobana wa kaf-fir-'anna sayyi-aatina wa ta-waf-fana ma-'al abraar. (Surah Al-Imran:193) And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Brushing teeth while fastingCan we brush our teeth with the paste while fasting? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Nothing can be used to clean the teeth while fasting except miswaak and a toothbrush (without toothpaste) And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Ruling on IstihazaCan u please explain what is Istehaaza? Can we do all Ibadah like salah and fasting in Istehaaza? If yes, how come?. Please explain in detail. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah 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. A women does not get her period before the age of nine, so if there is a female child who is bleeding, that is not haiz but also considered istehaaza.Likewise if she is older than fifty five, then also it will not be considered haid but 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 intercourse with such a woman. 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. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Ruling on AqeeqahWhat did the prophet mohammed (s.a.w) teach us about Aqeeqah in islam?. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah According to the Hanafi Madhab, Aqeeqah is Sunnah 7 days after the child is born (just after shaving the head). 2 sheep / goats will be slaughtered on behalf of a boy and one on behalf of a girl. (Mirqaat pg.80; Ilmiyah)However if only 1 animal is slaughtered for the son then too it will suffice.The sacrifice offered at the time of Aqeeqah is a form of worship. It is Mustahab (preferable) to distribute one third of the meat to the poor and destitute and the remaining two thirds to other relatives. (Raddul Muhtaar, Vol.5, Page.236, Ahsanul Fataawaa, Vol.5, Page.238, Aapke Masaail Aur Unkaa Hal, Vol.4, Page.238) This is a Sunnah prescribed by the Holy Prophet Blocked image as any other form of worship. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Changing baby's diaper and its affect on wudu.Will my wudu break if I change my son's diaper? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah As for changing a baby's diaper, if you mean the act of changing itself, this does not affect the validity of one's wudhu'. If you mean that it involves touching something that is impure, i.e., the baby's urine and stools, this does not affect your wudhu' either, because there is no connection between touching something impure and the validity of one's wudhu'. It has been reported that there is scholarly consensus on this point. All one has to do is to wash his hands to get rid of any impure material. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Specific fiqh on IstihazaI want to know the maximum peridd of iztehaza. Its almost 1 month that i have been bleeding. It started on 6th of last month and today is 5th September. I want to know that can I pray and fast even though 6th might be my start of menses. I do not have continuous bleeding, its just spotting and today the color is difrent when compare to iztihaza days. Please let me know what I should do? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah There is no maximum period of istehaaza. In your case, you would take the date of your last period and the number of days that you normally bleed and consider that to be your period and the rest of the days to be istehaaza. So your date to bleed is on the sixth of each month and for example if you bleed for 5 days then the 6th through the 11th will be considered the days of your period and all the rest will be considered istehaaza. The ruling for a person who is continuously bleeding 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 intercourse with such a woman. A person who is facing istehaaza undergoes the same procedure 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. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Ruling on performing Salatul TahajjudI would like to read Tahajjud prayers regularly inshallah. However, I have been on some islamic websites and asked some imams on how to perform this salaah, and I have been given/read very different ways. please tell me how one can perform Tahajjud, and after the nafl, does one pray 3 rakaat of witr namaaz, or one rakaat. some websites i have been on, state that its only one rakaat. Jazakallah Kheir. Wasalaam. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah The Prophet (Salla Allahu alayhi wa sallam) used to perform twelve rakaats of Tahajjud Salaah. This is established from those ahaadith which state that the Prophet (Sallalallahu alayhi wa sallam) performed fifteen rakaats of salaat during the night, twelve of which were Tahajjud Salaat and the remainder Witr Salaat, as explained by Mulla Ali Qaari (rahimahullaah). (Mirqaat Al-Mafaateeh, vol 3, pg 122, Imdaadiyya ) It was the general habit of Nabi to perform eight rakats of tahajjud prayer. At times Nabi performed 4, 6, 8 and 10 rakats. It is therefore advisable to perform eight rakats of tahajjud prayer. If one is unable to perform eight rakats then one should perform any amount which is possible (i.e. 2,4,6,8 or 10). As for your query regarding the witr salaah, there is no such salaah that only has one rakaat in it. Witr rakaats consists of three rakaats . After the sitting in qaada and reciting atahiyaat one should say Allahuakbar and get up read Bismillah, Surah fatiha and a surah after the surah lift hands up (to the earlobes for men and up to the shoulders for women) and recite Dua-e-Qunoot or any other dua (The recitation of any Du'aa after the Surah in the third Rakaat of Witr is Waajib. If no Du'aa at all was recited, then it is Waajib to repeat that Salaat. If any Du'aa was recited then the Salaat will be valid. However, the Du'aa-e-Qunoot specifically is Sunnat. (Ahsanul Fataawa part3 pg.449) ). After doing so one should say Allah huakbar and go into ruku and complete the salaah as one would normally. The Prophet Sallallah Alhi wa Sallam has ordered us to make the witr salath the last prayer of the night. So if someone is habitual of performing tahajjud salath, then he should perform witr after tahajjud. Otherwise, one should pray before one sleeps. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Marital adviseI have fallen out of love with my husband. Recenlty we separated and he came to fetch me. I came back to him, however he started to cast doubts on me and asked me who im seeing etc. I was talking to people in forums and i have spoken to a couple of guys. My question is that I created doubt in him and I should have been honest to him that I spoke to this people etc also I was sending many texts which he doubted me on. The fact is that I dont love him but what do I do? He loves me to bits and only suggested that I should have told him the truth what do I do? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah You can recite Ayat no.154 of Surah Aal-e-Imraan(3 times)and blow it on the water and share that water with the whole family and besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday. We would advise you to be patient on the difficulties you are facing and turn to Allah SWT in prayer, since He is the one who has all the power to make things better. 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. Insha-Allah when he sees your effort and good character, he will feel like doing the same. May Allah Ta'ala grant you ease and remove the difficulties you are facing presently. May He also grant your husband the understanding and sabr to help you with your problems so that the relationship and bond becomes stronger between you two. Ameen. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Duas/ zikar to do for marriage proposalI am turning 31 years old and have not been able to get married so far. In past 5 years 4 men have approached me with the proposal to get married but somehow, after one to two months the interest of their in me ends and they just vanish with one excuse or the other. I like someone a lot he recently proposed and now saying that he is not sure about the committment at this point in time and leaving for abroad. I really want to get settled with this man and have family of my own. Please tell me any dua or any particular ayat or surat i may recite to envoke marriage proposal and allah tallah makes his heart, mind and soul devoted towards me and we tie ourselves with nikah. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah 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. May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolnes of your eyes. Ameen! We would advise you to recite soorah Yaasin 3 times daily, after which you should make dua to Allah SWT for your needs.You should read Salaatul Haajah daily as well. http://www.islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php Also remember that there is a time fixed for everything. Insha-Allah when the time is right, you will find a suitable partner And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Ruling on reciting Quran, durood, dhikar, and tasbeehs etc. during menstruation/haiz.I want to know in the light of our Holy Quran or hadith, can a woman read darood-e-pak in menstruation / Haiz? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah The prophet SAW has said," A woman in menstruation and the person in need of a bath after marital relations, should not recite any portion of the Quran." (Tirmidhi, Abu Dawood) We understand from this that any other dhikr, like durood, dua tasbeeh etc. may be recited by a woman while in menstruation/Haiz. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Validity of Ghusl (bath) if water flowing down from the head is swallowed.Does Ghusl need to be repeated or started from the beginning if a person unintentionally swallows water flowing down from the head? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah If Ghusl is being performed while fasting and a person swallows some water un-intentionally, this will not break the fast. If you are not fasting then swallowing water does not affect the ghusal either. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Ruling on vomit and baby's spit-upIs vomiting najis? Is the milk that baby spit out najis or not ? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Vomit in itself is not najis neither is baby's spit-up, however vomiting a mouthful or more, breaks the wudhu. If vomit or baby's spit-up falls onto one's clothes, it should be washed out before performing salaah because of its bad odor. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua to increase love between husband and wifeCan you please tell me some dua so that my husband loves me more and gets more attracted towards me? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Your husband will be more attracted to you when you show good character and love towards him, take note of his likes and dislikes and in general keep him happy. Insha-Allah very soon he will return the same to you. Also engage in the remembrance of Allah SWT abundantly and be steadfast in your Salaah and good deeds. You may be going through a trial or test and turning towards Allah SWT would be the solution, insha-Allah. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Parents loss of a babyMy sister was pregnant and delivered the baby early and the baby died soon after. She is crying a lot. Please tell me any dua for her. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah The loss of a child is indeed the greatest test for a mother and there are no words which can describe this pain and suffering of a parent. May Allah SWT make it easy for your sister and grant her the best rewards for her patience and the best compensation for her loss - Aameen. The support of family members will be very important to her for as long as she needs it. Please gently advise her that this is the will of Allah SWT and there is great wisdom in all that he wills, even though we do not understand it. When Moosa AS was travelling with Khidr AS, he witnessed the life of a child being taken and became very angry with Khidr AS. It is only Khidr AS explained that this was the will of Allah SWT because this child would have caused more harm to the parents had he lived. Later, Allah SWT replaced that child, due to the patience of the parents. Family members should habitually give sadaqah and turn to Allah SWT in dua and salaah. Allah SWT is the one who has power over everything, life and death are in his control. May Allah ease your difficulties and grant you patience, Aamin. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Toys that resemble animals and humans (eg teddy bears, dolls)Can we keep toys in the home like teddy bears etc? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Animate objects or animate toys (that resemble animals and humans, like teddy bear) are not 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) And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Salah mistakes that require prostration for forgetfulness (sajdah sahu)What are the things in which one should do sajda-e-sahu? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah If any of the following acts are left out unintentionally or forgotten in Salaah, then one should make Sajdah Sahw. There are 14 waajib acts in Salaah: 1. Reciting a soorah in the first two rakaahs of fard salaah.. 2. Reciting of Surah Faatiha in all the Rakaat of salaah. However, in the third and fourth Rakaat of any Farz salaah, it is Sunnah not Waajib. 3. To recite a Surah or a lengthy Aayat or three small Aayats after SURAH-E-FAATIHA in the first two Rakaats of FARZ salaah. 4. To read SURA FATIHA before any other Surah or Aayat. 5. To maintain order between QIRAAT, RUKU, SAJDA and RAKAAHS. 6. QAUMA (Standing up erect after RUKU). 7. JALSA (Sitting between the two SAJDAS). 8. TA'DEELE ARKAAN, i.e. performing RUKU, SAJDA, etc. with contentment and in a good way. 9. QAADAH-OOLAA or sitting to the extent of saying TASHAHHUD after two Rakaats in Namaaz of three or four Rakaats. 10. To read TASHAHHUD in the two QA'DAAS. 11. To recite QIRAAT aloud in Fajr, Maghrib, Esha, Jumuah, Eidain and Taraweeh Salaat in Ramadaan by the Imam. The Imam should recite Zuhr and Asr Namaaz silently. 12. To end the Namaaz by saying SALAAM. 13. To say TAKBEER (Allahu-Akbar) for QUNOOT in Witr Namaaz and also recite DUA-E-QUNOOT. 14. To say six additional TAKBEERS in both Eid Namaaz. So, if any of the above mentioned acts are left out,example, a person forgot to read tashahud, then he will make a sajdah sahw. {Editor's note: Please refer to book of Salah on how to perform sajdah sahw] And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Missing SalahWhat are the punishments for not performing and leaving the fardh prayers? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Rasulullah (Sallallaho Alaihi Wassallam) is reported to have said, "A person neglecting his Salaah (even though he makes it up later) shall remain in Jahannam for a period of one huqb. A Huqb is equal to eighty years of three hundred and sixty days each, and a day in Akhirah shall equal one thousand years of this world." Huqb literally means a very long time; in most Ahadith it is explained as being eighty years as given above. Abu al-Layth al-Samarqandi is responsible for the Hadith in which Rasulullah (Sallallaho Alaihi Wassallam) is reported to have said, "The name of a person who neglects even a single obligatory Salaah intentionally is written on the gate of Jahannam, which he must enter." Ibn Abbas (Radiallaho Anho) narrates that once Rasulullah (Sallallaho Alaihi Wassallam) said, "Ask Allah (Subhanahu wa Taala) to cause not anyone of us to be an unfortunate penniless." He then said: "Do you know who is an unfortunate penniless?" At the request of the Sahabah he explained to them, saying, "An unfortunate penniless is he who neglects his Salaah. In Islam there is nothing for him." In another Hadith it is said, "Allah (Subhanahu wa Taala) will not care a bit for the person who has been neglecting Salaah intentionally and for him shall be an awful punishment. It is also mentioned in the Hadith that if a person does not offer "Namaz" regularly then his good deeds are not accepted. His other good deeds getting accepted depend on him offering "Namaz" regularly. Allah Ta'ala says in the noble Qur'aan, ' Take due care of all the prayers..' [2:238] And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Eid Prayer and Taraaweeh Salah for womenShould women read Eid salah and Taraweh during Ramadan? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Abaas R.A was asked if he had performed Eid salaah with the Prophet SAW, to which he replied, "Yes, once the Prophet SAW performed the Eid salaah, gave khutbah and then went to the women and gave them naseehah (advise) to fear Allah SWT and to give charity. I saw the women handing over their jewelry to Bilaal R.A ." So, if there is separate accommodation for women, then it is permissible for them to join the Eid congregation. However it is not compulsory to read Eid salaah, rather it is wajib for the men to do so. Taraaweeh salaah is sunnat-e-muaqadha (emphasized sunnah) for women. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Salaatut Tasbeeh - Nafl or sunnah?Is Salaatut Tasbeeh - Nafl or sunnah? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Salaatut Tasbeeh is nafl salaah but the method of performing it is sunnah. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua to protect oneself from magicSomeone in my house is going to some person who does magic. This causes problems between me and my husband. What should I do? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah We would advise you to read soorah naas and soorah falaq three times and blow on water, thereafter you should both drink it, Also read these soorahs in the morning and evening, as well as ayatul-kursi. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Investing in sharesCan we invest money on shares? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah If there is no interest/Ribaa involved then it will be permissible to invest money into shares, otherwise not. [Editor's Notes]: company which does business, which is compliant with the Shariah, where profit and loss are equally shared among the stakeholders or partners, then it is permissible to participate in that business, otherwise not. For details, please review the following chapter of "Islamic Finance" by Shaykh Mufti Taqi Usmaani: Principles of Shariah Governing Islamic Investment Funds: (http://www.darululoomkhi.edu.pk/fiqh/islamicfinance/islamicinvestment.html) And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department How much should a woman cover while praying salah?Should elbows be covered while reciting Quran and reciting Salah? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah For a women, the satar (the covered part of her body) is except her face and hands up to her wrist. As you know that it is a condition for Salaah, without this the Salaah can not be performed. It is mustahab to keep the body covered at all the time. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Marital Issues and Dua for harmony in marriageMy husband doesn't give me any rights of a wife. He ignores me very much and I try my best to keep him happy but I see no change in him. He even ignores my desires and keeps using bad language on me. What should i do? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah You can recite Ayat no.154 of Surah Aal-e-Imraan(3 times)and blow it on the water and share that water with the whole family and besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday. We would advise you to be patient on the difficulties you are facing and turn to Allah SWT in prayer, since He is the one who has all the power to make things better. 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. Insha-Allah when he sees your effort and good character, he will feel like doing the same. May Allah swt make your tasks easy for you, Aamin And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Meaning of baby girl's name: Umme HaaniWe named our daughter as Umme Haani. Could you please assist us to know the meaning? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Barakillah, The name "Haani" means happiness and contentment. The word "Umme" means "mother of". So the complete word will be "mother of contentment". It was also a Sahabiyya's name. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua for getting childrenKindly email me the dua for getting pregnant. How many times do I have to recite? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam 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) You may recite it as often as possible, whenever you sit down to pray, insha-Allah. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua for work-related stress at homeMy husband always be in tense about his work, because of this he always get frustrated, is there any wazifah to recite so there is at peace at home? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah The prophet SAW 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) (ayah of soorah Talaq) It is narrated by Abu Hurairah RA that the Prophet SAW said, Allah SWT 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 SAW said,"A persons 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 SWT 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 SWT 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. You should recite last 2 ayats of Surah Taybah 7 times in morning and 7 times in evening. Also ask your parents for their duas as there is great strength in the dua of a mother and father. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Can a woman cut her hair?Can a married woman trim her hairs with the permission of her husband? if yes, how much hairs should be trimmed? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah 1. The Fuqahaa (scholars of jurisprudence) have ruled that it is impermissible for women to cut their hair. If a woman cuts her hair she will be sinful and accursed. Consider the following texts: 1.1. Khulasat Al-Fatawaa (546 ah) by Shaykh Taahir Bin Abd Al-Rasheed al-Bukhari: (Translation) If a woman cuts her hair, then it is incumbent on her to seek forgiveness from Allah Ta'alaâ‚ (Kitaab Al-Nikah, vol 2, pg 52, Rasheediyya) 1.2. Al-Multaqat (556 ah) by Nasir Al-Deen Al-Samarqandi: English translation: It is not permissible for a woman to cut her hair (Kitaab Al-Nikah, pg 102, Ilmiyya) 1.3. Nisaab Al-Ihtisaab (820 ah) by Umar Bin Muhammad Al-Sanaami: (Translation) Abu Bakr (Al-Iskaaf) was asked regarding a woman that cuts her hair. He replied: It is incumbent on her to seek forgiveness from Allah Ta'ala, repent and not return to such doings‚ (Al-Ihtisaab Ala al-Nisaa, pg 142) 1.4. Fatawaa Al-Bazaziyyah (827 ah) by Muhammad Bin Muhammad Al-Bazazi: (Translation) It is incumbent upon a woman that cuts her hair to seek forgiveness although her husband commands her to do so, because there is no obedience to the creation in an act that violates the laws of the creator‚ (Fatawaa Al-Bazaziyya with Al-Fatawaa al-Hindiyya, pg 379,vol 6, Rasheediyya) 1.5. Al-Ashbah Al-Nazaair (970 ah) by Ibn Al-Nujaim: (Translation) It is not permissible for a woman to cut her hair‚ (Kitaab Al-Nikah, pg 178, Ilmiyya) 1.6. Al-Durr al-Mukhtaar (1088 ah) by Al-Haskafi: (Translation) If she (woman) cuts her hair, she has committed a sin and is accursed. Bazaziyya adds: Even if her husband consents because there is no obedience to anyone in an act of disobedience to Allah . (Al-Durr al-Muhtaar with Shaami, Kitabul Hadri wal Ibahah, vol 6, pg 407, HM Sa'aeed) The above rulings of the Fuqahaa are supported by the following Hadith: (Translation) Rasulullah (sallallaahu alayhi wa sallam) prohibited women from allowing their hair to drop on their shoulders (by cutting it). (Al-Mu'ajam al-Sagheer, vol 1, pg 229, Dar Al-Ammar) And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua to reduce tension between family members, and increase love between them.We are a small family but over the recent years there is a lot of tension between us....my parents fight over small things. My mother gets upset over every little thing, sometimes with my father, sometimes with us. Similarly my father remains in a bad mood for days and doesn’t talk properly to anyone and often says negative things. There seems to be more resentment among us than love. Although we do love each other and care about each other alot but this tension between us is the problem. Please suggest a wazifah to make everything right. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah You can recite Ayat no.154 of Surah Aal-e-Imraan(3 times) and blow it on the water and share that water with the whole family and besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday. May Allah SWT will make it easy for you. Ameen And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua when you feel sad or depressedRegarding your advice that I believe that God will give me a mate in due course, I have prayed for many years for God Al-Mighty to change my life circumstances. It is now almost too late for me to even have children. No opportunities to get married come my way. So I prayed and prayed for years, and tried to remain optimistic, but things just became worse until now I am totally alone with no opportunities, no family or friends, not even a functioning reproductive system! So how can I possibly believe that there will be a sudden change where I will have a loving husband and children and people around me who love me? I don't know what else to pray for. Is there something I can do to improve my situation? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah 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 maghloban wan tasir 2) Rabbi inni lima anzalta ilayya min khairin faqeer 3) Recite last two ayats of Surah tauba seven times daily May Allah SWT will make it easy for you. Ameen And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua to get a jobBasically I've been looking for work for the past 2 years and nothing is happening I'm stuck in the same situation everytime and I was just wondering if there was any prayer or dua I should read that would make it easier for me to do something with my life? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah You can read salaatul Hajaat. Salatul Hajaat is a regular 2 rakaah nafil prayer followed by a Du'a that has been prescribed by Rasul salllahu Alahi wa sallam. Salatul Hajaat, Du'a and the method given on page 54-55 of the following booklet: http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/BeautifulSunnats.pdf You can also read Last two Ayats of Surah Taubah Seven times in morning and seven times in evening. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Iddah (waiting period) after DivorceMy husband divorced me thrice in one time setting. How long is my iddah? Does he have to maintain me? Do I live in his home during iddah? Please advice me I am a new Muslimah. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Your iddat period is three haiz (regardless of how long it takes for those three menstrual cycles to go by, after the talaq had been given) in which you must stay in his home away from your ex-husband because the sexual relations are haram. The cost of your living is wajib upon your ex-husband, in other words your divorced husband will pay your food, clothing and rent. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua to marry someone of your own choiceI wanted to know if there is a powerful dua to get married to someone of my own choice. could you please help me? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam 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 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 And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Method of reading Tahajjud Salaah and Salaat-ul-witrCan u please tell me the method of reading salat e tahjud and salat e witr? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Tahajjud Salaah is offered the same way as any other fardh, wajib, sunnat, or nafil prayers are offered. Tahajjud should be read in sets of two or four. The minimum for tahajjud is four rakaat and the maximum is twelve rakaats. If not, then even two rakaats will suffice. If one does not have the courage to offer it before the time of fajr enters, then one can offer these rakaats right after Isha salaah. Salaat-ul-witr is three rakat salaah with one salaam, after qada uola (first sitting after two rakaats) you will read tashahud except durood and you will stand up for the third rakaat. Now in this rakaat, after surah Fatiha and a surah you will raise your hand (should not raise above your shoulder) while saying Allahu Akbar then again place your arm at your chest then read Dua-e-Qunoot. Then say Allahu Akbar (with out raising your hands) perform ruku then sajda then tashahud and durood-e-ibrahim then salaam. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department How to concentrate in Salah?when I am praying I try my hardest to concentrate, but my mind is thinking of some thing else while my mouth is saying the words of allah. Sometimes even when I know some of the meanings to the surahs it does'nt help. what am I to do, will my prayer be valid? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah If you know the translations of the words that you are reciting in your Salaah then that will be the best, that way you can concentrate on what you are reading. If you do not know the translation then you should try to perfect the tajweed and the pronunciation of these words that will also help you concentrate and if you can't even do that then you should try to remember the greatness of Allah subhan wa Taala and try to get the feeling that Allah subhana wa tala is looking at you. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Children disturbing Qur'an readingWhen I am reading the Quran, there are little children around and they are playing where I am reading. To stop them from doing mischief, I tend to not be able to control myself and shout at them when the pages of the Quran is open. when I am doing that I feel it is wrong to do that. And if it is, what is the reasoning for this? And what should I do when they are pulling pages of the Quran? I think you will say not to read around very young children but it is sometimes hard to find the time otherwise. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah I can totally understand your problem but at the same time we should keep the respect of the Quran in mind. Whenever your kids disturb you and don't listen to you, please don't yell at them and try to explain the importance of Quran. Also try to divert their brains towards playing and other tasks. When you start reciting Quran again, please read taooz first (Aoozo billahi minash shaitanir rajeem) and then start reciting Quran. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department How to enhance beauty?I'm always very concious about how I look. Alhamdullilah, Allah has blessed me with good looks, I have no complains at all. Still, please suggest a wazeefa which will enhance it. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah It is the nature of a woman to be concerned of her physical beauty. However, this should not overpower your thoughts. Just as life in this world is temporary, so is the physical and outer beauty. Even the most beautiful woman will age and over time her beauty will diminish. Eternal beauty will be ours in Jannah, Insha-Allah. The most attractive feature of a woman is her inner beauty and good character. A beautiful woman with no character is regarded vain and people feel repulsed by her, compared to a woman who may be simple in beauty but has good character. She will be admired and respected by all. As you have mentioned that Allah SWT has blessed you with good looks, you should continue to be grateful for what you have and remember that good deeds increase the beauty of a Muslim. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department How to increase sustenance?I live in Sydney and I have average class werking parents. I have everything they have given me and I get money from the pension. But despite reciting all the duas I have come across, I haven't been able to find success in any business venture I have undertaken and this disappoints my parents very deeply and I get very depressed. Is there any dua which I can recite and achieve success in my working life? azak allah khairan. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah The prophet SAW 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) (ayah of soorah Talaq) It is narrated by Abu Hurairah RA that the Prophet SAW said, Allah SWT 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 SAW said,"A persons 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 SWT 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 SWT for assistance is through salaah. We should try not to become despondant or depressed, instead we should remember that Allah SWT 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. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department I will start wearing burqa or hijab as soon as possibleassalamwalaikum, thank u very much for showing me the right path, from now onwards I wonit do anything without [my husband's] permission. 1. Will Allah forgive me for the sins which I have committed? what should I would for the sin which I have done? 2. I don't wear burka or hijab, but I will start wearing as soon as possible, please guide me should hijab be worn at all the time i.e. when I am alone at home or on the presence of my husband, and while sleeping? Can I wear only hijab without burka when I go out? 3. And lastly this year my Ammi and brother are going for Hajj inshaallah, can I go with them by selling my jewellery, I have heard that there should be one man for one women is this true, my brother is only man can I and my Ammi go with him, can I sell my jewellery and go to Hajj with my husbands permission. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Sister, you should let your husband know of your new intention, he will appreciate your sincerity and honesty. Also ask him to overlook your past doings. Allah swt is most forgiving, we should always ask for his mercy. 2. You don't have to wear hijab infront of your husband/children or when alone in your home. Please see detailed answer on hijaab and burkah on the questions and answer page. 3. You may go for hajj by selling your jewelry and with your brother and mother, with the permission of your husband. A man may take any amount of his mahrams on a journey, example, if a man has sisters, his mother, his wife and daughters, they may all go with him for hajj. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Taking money from husband's pocket without his permission -Part IIAssalam-walaikum, onceagain thank u very much for replying, as u have asked, my husband doesn't say anything when I wear clothes or anything it might be, he is not interested in all those matter, but sometimes he asks me if I have taken money from his pocket, when I say yes he doesn't get angry, he will be quiet or he will just say don't take from next time, but he knows it that I take money from his pocket though I dont tell him. Everyday I take about 50-100 or 20,10, and sometimes 500 Rs. Sometimes I ask money for home-needs, when he ask for bill I don't give him the bill but I say double the amount and keep that money for myself. Is this permissible? If I ask him directly that I want money to buy clothes or anything that I want he won't give it to me, but when I buy something new, he doesn't even ask me is this a new thing. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah From your reply we understand that your husband does not have an ill-temperament, so it will not be permissible for you to take from his pocket. Further, it will not be permissible for you to lie to him under any circumstance, or to lie and take more than what you have spent on the bill. In a portion of a hadeeth narrated by ibne umar RA, the Prophet of Allah SAW has said," A woman is a caretaker of her husband's home and children and will be questioned regarding her trust(in this)" (agreed upon) And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department dolls, micky, teddybear in home, photos and songs?1. Can we keep toys at home like dolls, micky, teddybear etc? And also what about photos, can we take photos of ours in Islam, can we store photos of children in mobile phone? 2. Can we download songs and hear in mobile? 3. Can a women do facials and bleech in islam Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah 1. Photos, Pictures and animate objects: 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) 2. Downloading music or listening to music is forbidden as the prophet SAW has said " Music grows hypocrisy in the heart as water grows the crops."(Baihaqi) 3. It is permissable for a woman to use bleech to lighten facial hair or to do facials which cleanse the skin. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Expecting Dreams to be fulfillled and Du'a to be answeredI have some dreams which I want to make them true? Is there any hajjat prayer so that I complete my dreams? Help me out so that I can help the poor and needy people and build a mosque and many more wishes to complete and make Allah happy inshahallah. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah One may seek the help of Allah SWT through Salaatul Haajah. Please check on the questions and answer page for the method of performing it. If a specific task needs to be fulfilled, you may recite the following dhikr: "yaa mutakabbiru" abundantly. We would advise you not to be hasty in expecting your duas or wishes to be fulfilled. Things happen according to the wish of Allah SWT. 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. Your desire to build a masjid and help the poor is commendable, but also remember that we can please Allah by small actions as well. A person who fulfills all his faraaid and abstains from sins is a great friend of Allah. The Prophet SAW advised his sahaaba and said, "Stay away from the prohibitions of Allah, you will be the most pious of people".(Targheeb) Also remember that a mumin is rewarded for his good intentions, even if he cannot fulfill them. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Pray for my mother's healthAssalamoalaikum..mufti sahab and the other visiter of this site are requested to pray for my Ammi Jaan she is very sick and in serious condition she has very small children and our father is also not ith us, please do DUA fo my ammi jaan MAY ALLAH DO HIS BEST WITH HER AND SHE May GET WELL SOON ...inshallah ameen. please suggest me some good wazeefa and dua for my ammi jaan.allah hafiz Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Insha-Allah, we pray that your mother feels better soon , may Allah SWT grant her shifaa e Kaamilah, Aajilah, Aamin. It is reported in the hadith that whenever the prophet SAW was in distress he turned to Allah in Salaah and supplication. The family members should read Salaatul Haajah as often as possible and make continuos dua. http://www.islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php You may read "Yaa Salaamu" abundantly and read soorah Faatiha and blow on her, and reading of soorah Yaasin abundantly is also beneficial. May Allah make it easy for your family, Aamin And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Family in stress, grandad sick and brother on trial for something he says has not doneMy brother is on trial for something he has not done - he is a quite person and is a full time career for my granparents without pay. He looks after them 24x7. He just wants their prayers. My nana passed away in october 07 of cancer that hitted him hard and now my grandad has TB. Please give us some dua we can read in this problem all the family is stressed out with my brother and grandad. Dua for my brother and for all brothers and sistas going through trials and dua for all muslims who are sick at home and in hosipitals. Thank you very much may Allah give you a happy long life so you can carry on helping others. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah As you have mentioned that your brother is innocent, you should remember that this is a test from Allah SWT for him and the whole family. The story of Yusuf AS comes to mind. He was innocent of any sin but was put in jail for many years. This was a test from Allah SWT, which he passed with patience and humility. Seeking help with patience and prayer: Allah says (interpretation of the meaning): "And seek help in patience and al-salaat (the prayer)" [al-Baqarah 2:45]. Hudhayfah (may Allah be pleased with him) said: Whenever the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) was grieved by something, he used to pray. The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: 'How wonderful is the situation of the believer, for all his affairs are good. If something good happens to him, he gives thanks for it and that is good for him; if something bad happens to him, he bears it with patience, and that is good for him. This does not apply to anyone but the believer.' (Narrated by Muslim, no. 2999). "Verily, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest" (al - Ra'd 13:28) Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that when the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) was distressed by something, he would say: "Yaa Hayyu yaa Qayyoom bi rahmatika astagheeth (O Ever-Living, O Eternal, by Your mercy I seek help)." Every person in this world is tested at some time in their life, it is a means of our stages being elevated and sins being washed away. Though this is a very sad time for you and your family, we will advise you to turn towards Allah SWT in prayer. Read 2 rakaahs of salaatul haajah daily and beg allah for his mercy and assistance. http://www.islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php You should send abundant durood/salawaat on the prophet SAW and also read "laa ilaaha illa anta subhaanaka innee kuntu minaz zawlimeen" May Allah SWT remove all your difficulties, Aamin And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department How to repent from drinking? Does it make one's Nikah invalid?A sister getting married in less than 30 days... and she has consumed alcohol... Will her nikah still count? How can she fix this? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah It is narrated from Abdullah bin Umar RA, he says that the prophet SAW said," Every beverage that intoxicates is identical to wine and is forbidden, and whoever indulges in wine in this world and dies in the state of indulgence in it, and has not offered sincere repentance, shall be deprived of the pure wine of the hereafter" (muslim) A sahabi (companion) asked the Prophet SAW about wine and he was told to stay away from it,"But I take it as medicine" replied the companion. The prophet SAW said ,"It is not a medicine, it is a disease." (muslim) It is narrated by Anas RA he says, the prophet SAW cursed ten people in connection with wine. He who distills wine for someone else, He who distills wine for himself, He who drinks wine, He who serves wine, He who carries wine, He who receives/accepts wine, He who sells wine, He who buys wine, He who gives wine as a gift to another and he who eats of the money which comes to him of wine." (tirmizi) Sister, it is clear from the Quran and Hadith that drinking wine or alcohol is forbidden. However Allah SWT is merciful and awaits the repentance of man. You should repent, ask Allah SWT for forgiveness and make a firm intention never to drink again. Also we will advise you to leave all those things which brought you close to drinking, whether its company or enviroment. As you have mentioned that you are going to be married soon, remember that intoxication is one of the biggest causes of break-down of marriages. However, drinking alcohol does not nullify the nikaah. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Making Taubah from my sins, how to go to Jannat-ul-Firdos?Sister I am a married woman with a child girl who is 3 and half years old, I know I have done lots of sins in my life, I do pray then I stop then again I would pray an do same, I want to know which du'ah to make everyday and make me forget my past the wrong, do namaz everyday I want my faith to become more stonger. I want to be among the right and have Jannat ul firdos, please sister help me. Jazzakallah Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam 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 SWT 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 SWT 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 SAW 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 SWT. May Allah SWT grant us all the ability to abstain from sins and become practising Muslims ,Aamin. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department How to make this marriage successful?Assalam-walaikum, 1. Both me and my husband are not happy of each other. We both are together for the sake of children, he doesn't respect me and also my family, but still we stay together I have lot of problems in my life, what should I do please help me? 2. Secondly four days back, I did abortion with the force of my husband, it was two months for me, can I continue to read Salah (Namaz) after my periods got over, or should I wait for forty days as in after delivery? 3. In Islam can a women get operated for not conceiving, what is the right method for not conceiving in islam? 4. What is the correct method of reading tahajud salat, which sura has to recited after surah Fateha is it surah Iqlas or any other surah? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah We would advise you to be patient on the difficulties you are facing and turn to Allah SWT in prayer, since He is the one who has all the power to make things better. 1. 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 everyones rights would have been fulfilled." Make an extra effort to improve your character and fulfill your husbands rights with humilty, and Allah SWT 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 dont think about his bad qualities, instead concentrate on the good he has, even if its less in comparison. Remember that Allah SWT has chosen you both to be husband and wife out of his wisdom. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah. Insha-Allah when he sees your effort and good character, he will feel like doing the same. 2. Once the baby leaves its mother's womb, the maximum days of bleeding are forty. One should take a bath once the discharge turns white/clear and bleeding stops. This could be less than forty days. 3.The use of contraceptive is permissable, as is clear in the hadith that "Azl" is permitted. Permanent contraception like operation on the womb or removal of it is not permissible unless their is a valid medical reason for it. 4. There is no specific method of performing tahajjud salaah. You may recite any soorah after soorah Faatiha, great virtues are mentioned for the one who reads this salaah habitually. May Allah swt make your tasks easy for you, Aamin And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Is wearing anklets permissble?Does Islam permit to wear anklet? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Allah SWT has commanded us in Soorah Noor verse 30-31 "...and they should not strike their feet so as to draw attention to their hidden beauty/ ornaments..." The wearing of jewelry is not forbiden, but such jewelry that makes a sound when moving, such as bangles, anklets with little charms etc. will be forbiden to wear infront of non-mahrams (those men whom a women may marry) We may wear it in our homes or in a gathering of women. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Salaat ul HajaatKindly please provide the complete details on Salaat ul Hajaat, can impossible be made possile through this salah. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Please check the home page of our website for detailed procedure on salaatul Haajat. Allah SWT is the only one who could make the impossible, possible. You should turn to Allah and ask him for all your needs. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Dua to get proposal for marriage.Can you plese let me know some wazeefa as I am not getting any proposal for marriage? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah We would advise you to recite soorah Yaasin 3 times daily, after which you should make dua to Allah SWT for your needs.You should read Salaatul Haajah daily aswell,http://www.islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php Also remember that there is a time fixed for everything. Insha-Allah when the time is right, you will find a suitable partner And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Correct method of making wudu?1. What is the the correct method of making wudu? 2. I have heard that women should read only four rakats farz at zohar salat is this true or we should read all twelve rakats. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah 1. Detailed procedure of wudu is mentioned on our homepage, click on "FOR NEW MUSLIMS" and then "how to perform wudu" 2. Women should read normal dhohar salaah on Friday/Jumuah, four sunnah, four fard, two sunnah and two nafl. If reading in a masjid behind the Imaam, then one will follow the Imam. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Convince my husband that Hijab is good for me!I want to start wearing hijab. But my husband is un-willing to discuss about it. He thinks that as iI don't have a child and not working at the moment, I am just feeling depressed. As soon as I start working it will go away. I have covered myself with a long scarf when I went out on my own. But how do I approach him and convince him that it is my wish that I wear a hijab. pls help me in this issue. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah May Allah SWT accept your efforts to practice on the laws of shariah and grant you success in this endeveor. Aamin. The prophet SAW has advised us on many occasions regarding the status and rights of our husbands. So keeping this in mind, we will have to solve any issues with alot of wisdom and tolerance. It may be that your husband doesnt understand the importance of hijaab at this time, however, you will have to be steadfast and keep wearing it, as it is not possible to break the laws of our creator in obedience of the creation. You should not argue with him on this topic at all or try to prove your point, unless he is a very open-minded individual with an easy going temperement. Just being practical on all the laws of Allah (not only this one) will make him realise your dedication to practising Islam in totality. Many fellow sisters went through the same issue but with a lot of love and tolerance towards their husbands, they have achieved successful marriages and homes. Your main weapon will be wisdom, and I cannot stress on this enough, your words to your husband can make or break your home. If your husband gets angry at you because you are wearing hijaab, allow him to calm down and only talk about it when he is not angry. Try to make up for his anger by doing something really nice for him that will show him that he is very important to you and that you want him to be happy with you. After some time he will insha-Allah,realise that you are doing the right thing and he will give in. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Belief in Palmistry or hand-lines-reading?Should we Muslims belief in palmistry or hand lines reading? What does Quran say about life lines and 'Qismat' lines? What should we do about it if someone tells you that your life line is short? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Respected Sister, Allah swt says in the holy Quran, "Pursue not that which you have no knowledge of" (soorah Israa,verse 36) The Prophet SAW has said" whoever goes to a psychic or fortune teller, and believes what he says, has disbelieved in what has been revealed to Muhammed" (Aboo dawood) And further, the Prophet SAW has said, "whoever goes to a psychic, asks him about something and believes him, his salaah of forty days will not be accepted" (Muslim) As muslims, our belief is in Taqdeer (fate), whatever good or bad happens to man, is destined by Allah SWT. By going to a psychic or fortune teller, palm reader, horoscopes etc .one's belief in taqdeer is weakened by their words, naturally, if he tells you that your life-line is short, one will become agonized and worried that you may die soon. But in reality one may live on for years. There is a reason why Allah SWT did not disclose the time of death/ taqdeer etc. of a person to him from before hand, and this is in fact the wisdom and mercy of Allah, man would be terrified in anticipation of the bad things about to happen to him. So, when Allah SWT has been merciful in hiding the agonies from us, why would we want to change that? Also, keep in mind that the fortune teller is just a human like us, there is much room for error and mistakes! Let us follow the example of our prophet SAW, follow his commands and stay away from his prohibitions, we will attain great happiness and success, insha-Allah We hope that this answers your questions, And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Unhappy in life, is it OK to pray for death?I am unhappy in life. I never got married, so I do not have a family. I prayed for that a lot, but it never happened, so time passed and my parents became old and sick. I am worried about money also and how to pay for shelter and health costs as I get older. I also tried to keep in touch with old friends but they are married and busy with children. I find myself praying for death. I know suicide is not permissible in Islam, but can I pray to Allah (SWT) that He take me early so I do not have to live to be an old lady and work until I am very old to provide for myself? I really don't want to be part of this life anymore, I just want to go. Is praying for my death just as sinful as committing suicide, or will God have mercy on me? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Dear sister, At this time you are depressed and lonely, that is why you are 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 SWT. 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 SWT, but each in a different way. Remember that Allah SWT will give you a partner, when it is the right time and the right person. Put your trust totally in Allah SWT and accept that if this is the decision of Allah then it is best for you at this time. Allah SWT tells us in the Quran, "..Do not become despondent of the mercy of Allah." [39:53, part of the verse]. It may be better that you are single right now, than having a partner that may add to your grief and worries. The Prophet of Allah SAW 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 SAW 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 SWT 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 SWT 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 swt has promised us, "Verily the patient ones will be given their rewards in full, without any reckoning." [39:10] The prophet SAW 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 death, ask Allah SWT 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 SAW 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 SAW, our success lies in this alone. Affiliate yourself with the masjid and 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 infront 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 SWT remove all your difficulties and grant you ease, barakah and contentment, Aamin And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Expecting dreams to be fulfilled and Du'a to be answered!I have some dreams which I want to make them true? Is there any Hajjat prayer so that I complete my dreams? Help me out so that I can help the poor and needy people and build a mosque and many more wishes to complete and make Allah happy inshahallah. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah One may seek the help of Allah SWT through Salaatul Haajah. Please check on the questions and answer page for the method of performing it. If a specific task needs to be fulfilled, you may recite the following dhikr: "yaa mutakabbiru" abundantly. 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 SWT. 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. Your desire to build a masjid and help the poor is commendable, but also remember that we can please Allah by small actions as well. A person who fulfills all his faraaid and abstains from sins is a great friend of Allah. The Prophet SAW advised his sahaaba and said, "Stay away from the prohibitions of Allah, you will be the most pious of people".(Targheeb) Also remember that a mumin is rewarded for his good intentions, even if he cannot fulfill them. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Revising Qur'an memorization during menstruationI reverted to Islam in 1994. I would like to memorize as much of the Quran as I can. By the Grace of Allah, so far I have memorized about 2 and 1/2 juz. However I have a problem - during the menses, I lose touch with what I have recently memorized and it takes my up to 15 days after becoming pure to re-learn it all. * Can you suggest a method which is Halaal by which I can do my daily portion of revising during this period? Can I recite in my mind without saying the words aloud? Can I refer to English transliterations for correcting myself? * Further to your response to my query regarding revising the Quran during menses - where you recommended that I revise memorized portions by listening (on computer/ tape etc) - can I recite alongside without verbalizing ie recite along in my head. I find that simply listening does not help me in retaining learned portions, unless I recite along. Jazak Allah. May Allah reward you for answering the query. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Respected sister, * While you are in menstruation you should revise the portion you have memorized in such a way that you should not touch the Quran or read. You can only listen the Quran either using a cassette player or CD player or your computer. * You may recite in your mind/heart, not verbally - the example of this is like when we forget to read the dua before entering the restroom (toilet). So, we read it in our mind without moving the tongue or verbalizing. It is true that you will not be able to retain the learnt portions just by listening. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Fixing specific days for Reciting Azkar At home we gather few people like neighbors, tenants, friends including family members and read darood-e-shareef for about 12 days starting from "Chand raat" (from moon-sighting of new month). We use seeds of a fruit to read so, in spite of using own fingers. this is because, each day we read nearly 12000 (thousand) times. so doing so is correct according the shariyat or is counted under biddath (bid'ah)? we even read the tasbeeh "YA ALLAHU YA HASEEBU" for three days for about 11000 (thousand) times per day before our exams, in the same manner which is mentioned above...please try to answer my questions. may ALLAH bless you...thank you so much. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Unfortunately these two methods of reciting azkaar will fall under bid'ah, because you are specifying the days (12 days starting from chand raat or full moon night). Even though reciting 12000 durood may be a wazeefa on its own, but this manner of reading will make it a bid'ah. Usually, women’s' gatherings are a greater cause of fitnah and more bid'ah, most of the time food is then served and women get carried away in futile talk and more sins are committed than good deeds. The people living in your home, parents etc, may recite any azkaar/ durood shareef etc. individually or collectively to keep a good enviroment in the home, but donot specify days for this. Also, it will be advisable to consult with a local scholar of your area in the different azkaar to be read in your home etc. Also when it is time for exams, you may read two rakaahs of salaatul haajah daily and make dua to allah SWT for assistance, you may read azkaar and wazeefas for yourself also. May Allah grant you steadfastness in deen and happiness in life, Aamin. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Taking money from my husbands pocket without his permission1(a). I take money from my husbands pocket without his permission for my own use, is this a sin? 2(b). I take money for my own use i.e. for buying clothes, accessories for myself my husband does not involve in all these, sometimes I also tell him that I will take money from your pocket if you don't buy such and such things for me . Please clear this question for me, is this accepted in Islam, as all my friends say every wife will do this. * 2. Is wearing burqa (Hijab and Niqab) is compulsory in Islam, or one can just cover her hair completely? * 3. Can ishaa and tahajjud salat can be offered together at 12.00 O clock? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah # 1(a). If your husband is fulfilling all your needs, it will not be permissible to take money from his pockets without asking. Perhaps he is not aware that you need extra money, in which case we will advise you to talk to him about your need, or talk to an elder in the family who may explain your situation to him. (b). What is your husband's reaction when you tell him that you will take money from his pocket or when he sees the accessories/ clothes which you have bought? This will give you an idea if he is OK with it or not. We will advise you to let him know when you have used money from his pocket, example, "I used ten dollars/rupees today for such and such thing". It is only permissible to take from his pocket when the husband has such extreme temper and character that one cannot even talk to him on any issue, and when your basic needs are not met. So, like we mentioned that if you can talk about it and keep the communication open, it would be the best solution. We hope that this clarifies the answer for you. # 2. Is wearing burqa (Hijab and Niqab) is compulsory in Islam or one can just cover her hair completely? Please refer to a detailed answer on this topic on the "questions and answer page" of this website. [Editor's note: Reference to question on Hijab: Is wearing the niqaab (covering the face) necessary? ] # 3. It is best to offer Isha salaah in the first portion of the night and tahajjud salaah in the last portion of the night. it is not advisable to delay the Isha salaah as there is a great chance that one may fall asleep and not be able to wake up. if you are asking about the exact time,"12.00 o'clock " i.e. midnight, then there is nothing wrong in performing salaah at midnight. May Allah grant you steadfastness in deen and happiness in life, Aamin. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Protection and well being during pregnancyIs there any du'ah or namaz (Salah) to do for the protection and well being our an unborn baby from the beginning and till the birth of the pregnancy. And I want to know what shall I do to have my 4-year daughter who has a handicap to cure her not completely but at least to make her better? Because many doctors has said it’s not easy to cure her completely. please tell me what du'ah or namaz (Salah) to do for her? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaam alaikum wa rahmatullah Respected sister, The best method of seeking the help of Allah SWT is through salaah. Read 2 rakaahs of Salaatul Haajah daily, and make dua to Allah SWT for all your needs, concerns and worries. Allah SWT is the one with all the power and might and only he can remove our fears. The detailed method of this salaah can be found on the "questions and answer " page. Recite the following aayah,"fallahu khairun haafizow wa huwa arhamur raahimeen" (soorah yusuf -verse 64) abundantly. Also, recite "yaa salaamu" abundantly until delivery. May Allah grant you steadfastness in deen and happiness in life, Aamin. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Department Advice to women seeking Islamic knowledge |
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