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Making True Taubah, repentance and seeking forgiveness

Assalamo alaikum, I did every thing wrong in my life I cant even describe, I feel guilt and ashamed to my self, my name is ruin in society, I want say Taubah by heart to Allah. Will Allah forgive me for my bad deed? I want to live a peaceful life, my life is spoiled.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the All-Merciful and All-Forgiving, declares in the Noble Quran:

Say: O My slaves who have transgressed against themselves (by committing evil deeds and sins)! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah, verily Allah forgives all sins. Truly, He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful. [Quran 39:53]

Every tear of a believer is precious in the court of Allah. Allah looks at the sincerity of our hearts and our actions.

My dear sister there is no limit on Allah's Mercy . I congratulate you on your desire to do Tauba. Make a firm intention to never turn back on your previous sins.

Method of making Taubah:
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One should make sincere Taubah to Allah for one's sins. The requisites of Taubah are the following:

1. To immediately abstain from the sin.
2. To regret and wish one had never indulged in the sin.
3. To resolve to never commit the sin again.
4. If one have violated the rights of another person it is necessary to seek forgiveness from that person.

Perform wudu and pray two rakaats Salatul Tauba and sincerely ask Allah to forgive you. Allah the Most Merciful may forgive sins with one tear. A lot of people say that they are unable to cry, in that case, make the face of a crying person.

After the Taubah, if one happens to commit the same sin again, she should do Taubah again. As long as she does Taubah sincerely with the above conditions, Allah will forgive her.

Shaykh Ashraf Ali Thanawi (May Allah have mercy on him) instructed,
Pray two rakah salah with intention of making repentance and then supplicate as follows:

O Allah, I am Your obstinate disobedient servant.
I want to become obedient but nothing happens with my desires. However, everything is possible only with You.
I want to reform myself but I lack the determination to do so. Only You can reform me.
O Allah, I am extremely inappropriate, severely corrupt and very sinful. I am failing. Please, help me,
I have a weak determination to resist temptations of sinful activities. Please, give me the power to do so.
I do not have anything for salvation (Najaat). Please, provide me with the means of salvation from Your hidden treasures.

For ten or twelve minutes, make repentance arduously. Then say:
O Allah, Kindly forgive all the sins that I have committed till now. Though I do not say that I will not commit them again. I am aware that I will do them again. However, I will ask for forgiveness again.

In this manner daily ask for forgiveness, acknowledge your weakness, supplicate for betterment (Islah) and verbally recount your lack of ability, corruption and evilness. In short, debase yourself explicitly in front of Allah daily for ten minutes.

Make this Dua daily before going to sleep.
In a few days. inshaAllah you will observe that from Divine sources your determination will become strong without facing humility and hardships.

Whenever your taubah breaks you should make taubah again. Taubah is so powerful that it can take a person from the lowest levels of Hellfire and raise him to Paradise.

Make a U turn in life, wash off your slate of deeds - eliminate the bad deeds and protect your good deeds.


Make all your worries, doubts and concerns in the form of Dua to Allah - for example:

Yah Allah, I was astray from straight path for so long, but you have hid my faults and gave me hidayat.

Ya Allah, I tried to do good, but Shaytaan deceived me - only You can show me the path to Jannah,

Ya Allah, I am helpless and distressed and you have all the treasures of comfort, mercy and happiness,

Humble Request to All
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Make Taubah from all past sins and protect yourself from disobedience of Allah -especially the sins of the tongue, eyes and the heart. Make Dua to Allah for guidance, Aafiyyat, forgiveness and steadfastness. Always be in contact with a pious Shaykh to learn Deen, make effort to acquire love of Allah. Make Istighfar on the past, have Sabr and Shukr on the present life and seek Allah's help for the future. Bring Taqwa and Haya in your daily life. Remember Allah as much as you can. Study the essentials of Deen from scholars, or from authentic books. Increase time for Dua for the whole Ummah. Read and listen to Taleem of Fazail books with the family and community. Explain the purpose of life and share the blessings of Islam, Quran and Sunnah with everyone -men, women and youth around the world.
Love and care for whole Ummah - serve humanity without any discrimination of color, creed, race or nationality.

Worshipping our Creator, acquiring knowledge to become an ideal believer, serving humanity, reaching out to mankind to explain the purpose of life should be our mission. Deeds done with a pure heart, sincere intentions, with humility, love and care fulfills the mission of life.

Seeking Forgiveness (Taubah)
http://islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php

Easy Road to Paradise - Golden deeds that lead to success
http://www.islameasy.org/EasyRoad_Paradise.php

And Allah knows best.

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Leaving gatherings of male

I had a problem that I soon get involve with males and had one-sided love and always had been rejected for reasons and now I want to devote my self completely to my deen. Please help me to get out of this and keep my self on the right path.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

My dear sister, I congratulate you on your desire to be true to your deen. The very first thing that you should do is to leave your gatherings that remind you or lure you towards the wrong deeds. Spend lots of time in the company of the pious. Often read 2 rakaats salatul Taubah and sincerely ask Allah to forgive you. Pray five times daily. Do zikr. And feel relieved that once you read 2 rakaats Salatul Taubah and you have sincerely asked Allah to forgive you, have strong hope in forgiveness and Mercy of Allah.

Study these resources:

Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php

Taubah (Seeking Forgiveness)
http://islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php

For the daughters of the Ummah - dignity of woman
http://islameasy.org/bayan/4DaughtersOfUmmah.MP3

Daily Adkaar poster in Arabic and English.
www.IslamEasy.org/pdf/dailyAdkaar_Eng.pdf

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Wearing Hjiab and making Wudu

I recently started wearing hijaab. I wanted to know how can I perform proper wudu before Salah, as I am with hijaab and have to use a common washroom at work. How can I remove my veil for wudu?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

We congratulate you on your observing hijaab. May Allah grant you strength to stay steadfast on Islam. While doing wudu, wash the parts as you normally would, then bring your hijaab a little forward, that way your face is not exposed and you are able to remove your veil. Wash your face and then when it is time to do masah, put your hands under your hijaab and do masah and quickly put your veil back on, then complete the remaining steps of wudu.

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wearing jewelry or bangles

is it compulsory for a married Muslimah to wear jewelry or bangles as an identity that she is married?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

There is no such requirement. However, one should wear whatever one has to please her husband as well as Allah, as Allah is the one who has granted us these blessings. Also, observe modesty and hijab in the presence of non-Mahram.

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Family misunderstandings and problems at home

What should a Muslimah do when her family starts to hate her due to some misunderstandings and blames from her brother just due to his narrow mindedness and false ego while she never crosses her limits that Islam teaches and she has to cope with the economy of the home too. She is bearing every thing with a silence on the belief that Allah is with her. Her efforts are useless to make good terms with them, as Islam says about blood relations that do not cut off them .... Kindly guide me.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

You need to stay strong. The world is not a just place. InshaAllah Allah will reward you for doing sabr on what your relatives say to you. Keep making dua to Allah to give everyone hidayah and continue your utmost best to keep ties together. Allah has commanded us to keep ties and we should, regardless of the situations that we are faced with.

Rasulullah (sallAllahu alayhi wa sallam) advised:

Join ties with one who cuts you off, give to one who deprives you and forgive one who oppresses you.

and
He who loves that he be increased in his sustenance and lifespan should join family ties.

May Allah make it easy for you, Ameen.

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She gave me an old gift!

Sister is expecting a baby, her relative gave a gift of used baby clothes.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

My dear sister, I would firstly like to congratulate you on your baby. May Allah make your child the coolness of your eyes and the noor of your heart.

Secondly, I would like to relieve your heart of your pain. A gift does not necessarily have to be something new. It can be something that is used. It's a matter of giving. The Prophet Muhammad Salalahoalaihi wasalam promoted gift giving as it increases love between two people. Both giving and taking gifts is a form of Sunnah. Do not take it personally that you received a used gift. It is very possible that the gift that she gave was not used but appears to be. It is possible that your sister in law does not have the means to give a gift of your standards.

Thinking positively will always keep our hearts at ease. However, if we let things get to our hearts, we end up either fighting or looking for the chance to take revenge. Be at ease. Enjoy your new bundle of joy.

And Allah knows best.

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Skipping Ramadan fasting due to exams?

Is it allowed to leave fasting and in Ramadan for exams preparation?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

My dear sister, are you willing to fail in the hereafter, for preparation for a worldly exam? My dear sister, one fast missed in Ramadan will never return. You can fast your whole life and never fulfill the merit, barakah, rahmah, blessings of that one day. And even after skipping that one fast, do you have any guarantee that you will pass the exam?

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Non-Mahram guest and relatives visiting home

How can a Muslim women be hospitable to her guests in her in-laws where all her relatives are non-Mahram? How is she suppose to be hospitable to them and offer them food and remind them to have food and all when she is not even allowed to mix with non-Mahrams?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan,forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

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.

A Muslim woman is shy, has lots of Haya, does not talk to non-Mahram except when it is necessary, with respect and grace. Hijab is necessary when non-Mahram visit your home.

The best way to be hospitable to guests is to have a Mahram relative, or your husband, or little children around whom can help you serve your non-Mahram relatives. Have an understanding with your husband and in-laws telling them you do not have any problems preparing for guests, but your husband (or kids) will be the one serving them.

Study and share the booklet and audio on Hijab:

For the daughters of the Ummah - dignity of woman
http://islameasy.org/bayan/4DaughtersOfUmmah.MP3

Study the Hijab book
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Hijab_newEdition2.pdf

How observing Hijab brings piety and purity in society? How leaving Hijab leads to sins and shamelessness? A definitive guide which present the Quranic verses and hadith on the subject, along with the opinions of scholars, so that those seeking the life of piety may find guidance. This book is for Muslim sisters who ask:

"What is the proper and best way I can practice hijab, as it was practiced by the Prophet's (Sallallaho Alaihe Wasallam) community?"

Status of Women in Islam
http://www.islameasy.org/K225_WomenInIslam.php

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Role model Muslimah

I Want to be role model for family? Want to be mutaqqi of Allah? Want to see happy my parents and sisters? Please give my advice.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Worshipping our Creator, acquiring knowledge to become an ideal believer, serving humanity, making efforts in helping fellow human beings to be loved by Allah should be our mission. Deeds done with a pure heart, sincere intentions, with humility, love and care fulfills the mission of life. Imagine a believer who always remembers and seeks help from his Creator, praises Allah by her tongue, in her heart, expresses gratitude for His bounties, is patient in hardships. She supplicates in all earnestness and always has good intentions. She follows the Hijab and Sunnah in her outward appearance and in her manners, conduct and etiquette. She is getting rewards at every step.

Listen to these lectures:

Ideal Human Being (Purpose of Life)
http://islameasy.org/bayan/0_Ideal_Human_Being.mp3

Brotherhood and Love for Humanity
http://islameasy.org/bayan/0_OneUmmah_Brotherhood_Love.MP3

For the daughters of the Ummah - dignity of woman
http://islameasy.org/bayan/4DaughtersOfUmmah.MP3

The best advice for all the aforementioned is the Sunnah of the Prohphet Muhammad Sallalalho alaihi wasalam. Follow the Sunnah and shariah of Islam, the teachings of the Noble Quran and inshaAllah you will have all that you have asked for and even that which you could never imagine.

If you want to be a role model for your family, be a good ambassador of Islam. Be prompt with your Salah. Be good in your dealings whether they are with Muslims or not. Do not lie, even if you are at loss. Fulfill promises. Be trustworthy. These are just a few qualities that a Muslim role model possesses. There are many if one looks at the life of the Prophet Muhammad sallalaho alaihi wasalam.

Pious Friendship and its effect on Character
http://islameasy.org/bayan/8_Pious_Friendship_I.MP3

If you would like to be mutaqqi, always fear Allah. Acquire means of halal earning. Leave haram. Leave that which is doubtful.

If you would like to please your parents and sisters, help them in their times of need. Serve them kindly and look at them in a loving manner. Care for them and please them.

This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us every day. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards for the life Hereafter.

Purpose of Life (article)
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Purpose_of_Life_flyer.pdf

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Marriage Proposal breaking

I am getting married to a person who I wanted to get married to. My family was against the marriage, but they gave in for my happiness. The problem is now that things are all set and in the flow I am not happy with the idea anymore. He is a divorcee and a father of 2 girls who live with him along with his mother. The issue started coming in from his mother who does not like me coming to their house, the kids don't like me in the house, and he does not like me getting out of the house, he does not like me even talking about my family and my brother's children. The question that comes in my head right now is that in such a situation what does Islam have to say? How do I deal with the situation? I want to get out of this relation before its to late in the day! He even has major anger management issue! Gets really aggressive at times.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

My dear sister, we advise you to hurry and pray two rakaat nafil Salaatul Hajaat, and ask Allah to help you in whatever is best for you. Afterwards, we highly recommend that you turn to your elders and explain the situation to them and ask them to stop any further arrangements and cancel the marriage before it really gets too late. You may have to hear some statements of "we told you this wasn't right for you etc". It's better to hear such from your parents than to live a miserable life.

For marriage, a religious person is better for both this life and hereafter. 'Religious' does not mean who prays, read Quran and fast only - the definition is 'who abstains from all sins' - this includes our daily life, food, finances, dress, full hijab, manners and purification of heart - read the article and Khutbahs on our site and listen to lectures - inshaAllah your knowledge will increase. Make your choice for Taqwa(piety) instead of just looking for the apparent beauty or worldly assets.

Pious Friendship and its effect on Character
http://islameasy.org/bayan/8_Pious_Friendship_I.MP3

Our recommendation to you is to read Salatul Istekhara when you are ready for the next proposal. May Allah grant you a spouse that grants you with love, respect, and happiness and both lead each other towards a life filled with Allah's obedience.

And Allah knows best.

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Forgiveness

I did something very wrong . I do not wish my kids to get punished because of that. I am a single mom. I want Allah's forgiveness and a powerful dua to get out of tough times.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

It is a sign of Emaan that your heart is making you worry about what will happen to you as a result to your sin. The best way to seek forgiveness is by praying Salatul Taubah. Read two rakaat nafil and cry your heart out, show Him that you are ashamed of your acts and that you will never resort to those acts again. Ask Allah to forgive you and not punish your children for your sins. We all make mistakes, some big some small, Allah is the most forgiving. InshaAllah have hope in Allah and inshaAllah He will forgive you.

Taubah (Seeking Forgiveness)
http://islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php

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Picnic and prayer

How can a women pray when she is on a short travel? Like if I go to picnic. what is the ruling of prayer there? where should I pray if I don't find an empty space with less people around?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan,forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

If you are at a picnic, it will be compulsory for you to find a spot to pray, if possible ask a responsible person to find you a secluded spot.
You should try your best not to skip sunnah and nafil, however if time does not allow, or if there is some form of difficulty then, you may read Sunnah muak-kida and fardh wajibaat, leaving out nawafil.

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Sajdah in Niqab

is the sujood valid if the nose is covered while the forehead is open while in sujood? is it necessary for the nose part to touch directly the ground without any piece of cloth on nose?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

Yes, it is necessary for your nose and forehead to touch the ground directly. However, if you are in a public place (non-Mahram men are around) and it is prayer time, you do not need to remove your niqaab or hijaab. Your prayer will be accepted.

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Dream and baby

I had dream that my 3-month baby said Allah Muhammad (Sallallaho Alaihe Wasallam) name, what does that mean?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

It is a good dream. Try your best to keep your child away from bad influence; such as the television, songs, etc. And, instead, keep him in the company of good. Spend time reciting the Holy Quran in his presence. Teach him how to recite the kalimah. Spend time on a pious upbringing. May Allah make him the source of Jannah for his parents.

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Plucking eyebrows

I want to clear my doubt on the issue of plucking eyebrows. As i have thick eyebrows, i have to pluck some of them as my brows give me manly look.so i had to get them plucked out. i had no choice,i even asked my islamic studies teacher about this, she said it is permissible if the eyebrows are thick n resemble that of man. but today i came across a post, it has again prompted the same confusion...plz guide me,i dont know what to do, because thick eyebrows make me look ugly.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah raise your ranks and make you amongst the Sualihaat! Ameen!

The Prophet (Sallallaho Alaihe Wasallam) has said, "Allah has cursed those women who practice tattooing, request tattooing be done for them, those who remove the eyebrows, those who request that they eyebrows be removed and those who create spaces between their teeth artificially to look beautiful, such ladies have changed what Allah has created." (Sahih Muslim, Hadith #3973)

So according to sound Ahadith, it is impermissible for women to remove or shape their eyebrows.

The only exception is a woman whose eyebrows have stray strands of hair and are unnaturally bushy; in which case it will be permissible to remove only the stray strands. She should not remove more than that or she will be sinful.

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Is this backbiting?

When I'm in severe pain and going to in depression, I discussed with my mother in law about abusive relationship. I knew if I don't discuss it, I will going to be mad. I'm confused, is seeking help for my relation with tears and pain, is I'm doing sin, is this backbiting? Because, my mother-in-law said to me I'm backbiter
.......plz reply if it's backbite than how I seek help......
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan,forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

If you discuss an incident with someone who has the power to change the situation or help join husband and wife, it will not be considered backbiting.

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Marriage proposal not progressing

please guide me, one marriage proposal came but is not progressing, is there a dua to create love on the other side?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

My dear sister, we pray that Allah grants you the best spouse, who loves you and cares for you. You must however remember that whoever is meant for you is who will be your life partner. Do not obsess yourself over one proposal. It is quite possible that this person is not meant for you. However, the best thing to do at this point is to do dua and read Salatul Hajaat (refer to our site's main page for the method and dua) and ask Allah tala to make this easy for you and for Him to grant you with pious and righteous husband.

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Mother lost a child due to miscarriage

Mother lost a child due to miscarriage
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah grant you his immense mercy, elevate your ranks and make you amongst the Saliheen! Ameen.

May Allah grant you ease in this difficult time, and reward you for your patience. May He compensate your loss with Jannah in the Akhirah without any hisaab.!

The loss of a child is truly a test of patience for everyone who is affected. Any tragedy which befalls a believer is a sign of Allah, strengthening that person in imaan and patience. Allah sends trials upon those whom he loves the most, as these trials are meant to lead that believer closer to Him. Having patience and forbearance during these trials leads the believer and beloved of Allah to the highest of the Heavens, insha'Allah.

The following are sayings of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) regarding the loss of a child:
It comes in a Hadith in the Musnad of Abd' ibn Humayd, Muadh (ra), narrates from the Prophet (peace be upon him) that 'Muslims do not lose three children except that Allah will cause the two parents to enter Paradise through the favor of His mercy towards them.' They said, 'What about two, Oh Messenger of Allah' He said, 'Two also.' They said, 'And one?" He said, 'Even the miscarried child will indeed drag its mother with its umbilical cord to Paradise."
The Prophet said, "The miscarried child will pester its glorious and mighty Lord for His entering its two parents into the Fire until it is told, 'O miscarried child that pesters its Lord! Enter your father and mother into Paradise.' Then it will drag them with its umbilical cord until it makes them enter Paradise." Ibn Majah and Abu Ya'la from 'Ali.
And again, "By the One in Whose hand is my soul, truly the miscarried child will certainly drag its mother with its umbilical cord to Paradise, provided one expects recompense [for SABR]." Ibn Majah and Ahmad from Mu'adh.
And he said: "Your little ones are the larvas of Paradise. They will meet their parents and grab them by their garments or their hands to no end other than that Allah will enter them Paradise." Sahih Muslim.
"I swear that a miscarried child of mine I send forth before me is more beloved to me than [raising] a mounted knight that survives me." Ibn Majah from Abu Hurayra (ra)
Al-Tirmidhi narrated that Abu Sinaan said, "I buried my son Sinaan and Abu Talhah al-Khoolani was sitting at the graveside. When I wanted to go out he took my hand and said, "Shall I not give you some glad tidings, O Abu Sinaan?" I said, "Yes". He said, "Al-Dahhaak ibn "Abd al-Rahmaan ibn Arzab narrated to me from Abu Moosa al-Ashari that the Messenger of Allah SAW said, "When a person's child dies, Allah says to His angels, "you have taken the child of My slave", they say "Yes." He says, "you have taken the apple of his eye". They say, "yes". He says "What did My slave say?" They say, "he praised you and said 'inna lillahi wa inna ilahi raajioon'. Allah says, "build for My slave a house in Paradise and call it the house of praise."

So my Dear sister, do not despair, for Allah knows your pain, He knows your struggle, and He will reward you for your patience. It seems hard in this Dunya, but in the Akhirah it will work in your favor. Allah will compensate your loss with the glad tidings of Jannah, insha'Allah. Take advantage of this opportunity to draw closer to your Lord, and you will see its fruits in both worlds.

May Allah make it easy for you. Ameen


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Missing prayers in life time (Qadha Salah)

It is several years of prayers that I have missed. How do I make up for Qadha Umri?
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May Allah forgive your mistakes and guide you to the right path, Ameen!

Estimate how many days of Salah were missing. You may estimate the number of days every month after you became an adult (when monthly menstruation starts) when praying Salah was obligatory. However, the days of menstruation you don't have to pray. Therefore, a sister should exclude days of menses for every month during those years of missing prayers. That will bring the count further down.

To repeat missing Salah, you will pray Fard Salah for that day (2+4+4+3+4 and 3 rakat of Witr). That is, 20 rakat for one day of past when it was due and you did not pray.

To start making up for past years Qadha, two ways are recommended:

1. After each Fard Salah, pray one Qadha Salah.

2. Pray Qadha Salah whenever you have time - instead of any nawafil and Tahajjud . You can pray Qadha Salah at any time which is not Makrooh (around sunrise, sunset and Zawal time). For example, you may pray Qadha Salah during late morning, afternoons, nights.

One day of missing prayer is 20 rakat from Fajr to Esha (including Witr)

2 + 4 + 4 + 3 + 4 + 3

If you allocate 1 hour daily, you can make up for 2-3 days of the past.

Start today with some prayers and beg Allah for steadfastness.

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Dua to overcome academic failure

Assalamu alaikum dear sisters I am writing this as I need help from my muslim followers to please help me with duas, I am currently in a state of depression due to my academic failure, it has not been easy for me for a long time now I tried to make family proud but everything always goes wrong no matter how hard I tried please it's urgent, I desperately need your duas. thanks from a sister.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Don't lose your hopes. Make Dua, pray Salatul-Hajat, prepare and try your best, then leave the results in the hands of Allah.
Listen to this audio

Reality of Worldly life
http://islameasy.org/bayan/Reality_of_Worldly_life.MP3

Happiness - Cure for Depression
http://Islameasy.org/bayan/11_Happiness_Cure_Depression_Eng.MP3

This life is all about controlling desires and protecting from the traps of innerself and the Devil. This is a temporary life where desires and enjoyment and desires is Paradise - with rivers of milk & honey, palaces of gold & sliver, delicious food and fruits, beautiful spouse, always happy, always young, always healthy - a great kingdom for ever and ever for an unending enjoyment and bliss.

This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in
the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon
us every day. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in
the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart
and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards for the life
Hereafter.

Study "Purpose of Life" (article)
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Purpose_of_Life_flyer.pdf

May Allah make it easy for you. Ameen

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rights of the wife

Assalamu alaikum, i want to know what are the rights of the wife after marriage, is she not supposed to go to her parents place. What if her husband allows her and mother in laws does not. Is the husband in sin in this case to go against her mother to send wife to her house... ?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

It is the wife's right to visit her parents. If the mother in law does not allow it then the husband will not be sinful if he still lets her go. It is better for the husband to make the mother in law understand.


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Fasting during nursing

My baby is 3 months old and she drinks my milk and formula too. So my question is what Quran says about fasting while you are nursing ? Should I keep fasting or not ? I am so confused please help me. Jazakallah khair
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah grant you his immense mercy, elevate your ranks and make you amongst the saliheen! Ameen.

Sister, a nursing mother will be exempted from fasting if she has any fear of causing danger to herself or her child. But these fasts will need to be made up later on. My advice to you would be to see if you can try to nurse while fasting. The way to do this is to eat very heavy at Suhur and Iftaar. If you do this with complete sincerity and intention to not want to miss your fast, you will see that inshaAllah Allah, through his infinite mercy, shall put barakah in your milk.

May Allah grant you ease.


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Salaat actions for elderly unable to do completely

I am a new to Islam and well into my 60s. I am so eager to learn, Insha'Allah. However, in learning to do the Salaat properly my body is unable to do things such as kneel or sit on the floor. I try at least and prostrate next to a chair to pull myself up and can do a little but it is very painful. I cannot sit at all in the kneeling position. Do you have suggestions? Thank you so very much.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

May Allah accept your acts of worship and make it easy for you. If you are not able to sit on the floor or prostrate, you may pray Salaat sitting on a chair. You will perform the ruku� and sajdah simply by lowering your head. This is called performing ruku� and sajdah with gesture (ishaara).

However, remember that for the salaat to be valid, it is necessary that the gesture of the sajdah is lower than the gesture of the ruku�. If the gesture of the sajdah is only slightly lower than the gesture of the ruku�, even then the salaat will be valid. In your situation, it is not necessary to lower one�s forehead close to the ground or to bow down as much as one can manage.

On the other hand, if one performs the gestures of both the sajdah and the ruku� at the same level, or if her gesture of the sajdah is higher than her gesture of the ruku�, her salaat will not be valid.

All the recitations will remain the same.

If you still have any further questions please feel free to ask. May Allah make it easy for you, Ameen.


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Can I read ayate kareema as amaal during menstruation?

I have a big haajat for which I want to complete ayate karima wazifah alone within 40 days, so can I read during my menstruation also to complete my amaal?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

During menstruation, recitation of the Holy Quran is prohibited, but if the verses are recited as a form of supplication (dua), or a means of glorification of Allah, or protection from Shaytaan, then it is permissible. In this case, your recitation of ayat e karima would be permissible. One's niyyah (intention) should be that this recitation is for the sake of Dua/supplication to Allah, and not Quranic recitation.

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Conversation on phone before marriage

My husband has been passed away one year back. Now my parents advising me to get married. So they came up with a guy and his father asked my family that the guy wants to talk to me on phone. So please advise me this kind of conversation is permitted just to know the nature of each other before marriage and to know whether the proposal is a right match for us or not. Moreover, Alhamduliallah I have became very punctual towards my salah and following as much as the way of Sunnah since last one year. I only need a pious guy and one who never miss his salah in any condition. this is my third marriage. So being a girl its not easy for me to get a perfect match. So please advise me what should I do and our conversation on phone just to understand each other is right or wrong.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with Taqwa and Imaan. Ameen.

Since you are not engaged to this person yet and are trying to find out if he is a suitable partner for you, I would advise that you talk to him with a third person present. You should write down all the questions and issues you feel are necessary and important to discuss before you agree to a marriage, and keep it to that point, nothing beyond that. If you are satisfied with his answers, we strongly advise that you make Istikharah on this matter. Do not talk to him more than you need to, and definitely not alone; as the Prophet (May peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said, �No man is alone with a woman but the shaytaan is the third one present.�

Unnecessary communication between a man and a woman before marriage can lead to many issues. You will never truly know a person until you live with him, so talking unnecessarily before marriage has no basis in Islam, as he would still be na-mahram to you. You also risk losing the barakah in the potential relationship that Allah has made pure for you.

Finding a spouse whose heart is connected to the deen is extremely important. If he has that fear in Allah, he will always treat his wife and family in the best manner and will support his family in work of deen. I suggest you perform Salatul Istikhara to see if this is the right match for you, especially since you said you are punctual in your deeni matters.

You can also bring up religion with him and see how he feels about it, or about you practicing it. Maybe you may become a source of hidayah for this person, but only Allah can tell you.

I would recommend making a lot of dua for a pious husband, while abstaining from sins and remaining punctual in your salah and doing righteous deeds. Please know that this is indeed a trial for you from Allah. May He make you steadfast in deen and make it easy for you to follow His way in choosing a spouse.

The Dua for Istikhara can be found here:

http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.htm


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Marriage issue with in-laws

I need a dua or wazifa to stop my husband listening to his sister, she interferes in my marriage life, I love my husband, I have 3 kids but my husband�s sister doesn't let my husband to live with us happily please.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

Generally, marriage and in-laws are entangled aspects of a marriage life. In-law interference is indeed a common problem. You have to understand that you are the new member of their family, regardless of how long you have been married. There's no better dua or wazeefa for this besides you working your way through your manners (Akhlaq) to win the heart of your husband and your sister in law. You may feel that your husband is listening to your sister-in-law more than he is listening to you, but once you win his heart
you will know that he will listen to his sister but he will do what pleases you. You have to win over your husband by gaining his love and confidence. Do your best to ignore any issues with your sister-in-law while you seek out a compromise that is acceptable to you and your husband. Perhaps your sister-in-law feels that ever since you have entered her brother's life, your husband doesn't give him her rights. Try to be the better person and give her a share of your rights to show that this isn't a war over your husband.

Start Taleem of Fazail in home, with those family members in your home who are Mahram and can sit together. Schedule 5-10 minutes every evening after Maghrib or Isha, read some Hadith from books of Fazail like Riyadus Saleheen and Muntakhab Ahadith.

Study, talk and think about the greatness of Allah, blessings of Allah, Love of Allah, blessings in Jannah for righteous believer to enjoy, everlasting life in Akhirah.

Daily reading a book of good deeds helps keep your motivation. You may print a chapter of Muntakhab Ahadith

http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php

and read for 10 minutes. then make Dua.

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Emaan.pdf
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Hereafter.pdf


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Desires and talking with Non-Mahram boys

Islamically I should be married now. But as I am studying, so there is no chance of me to marry till next 4 years . My problem is that I have desires as a young growing girl. So I sometimes chat with boys. what should I do ? want serious repentance from sins.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

We are pleased to hear that you regret the sins you have committed in the past. May Allah accept your taubah and give you peace of mind. You should promise to Allah tala that you will never commit such acts ever again.

This life is a test and Shaitan will always attempt to misguide you throughout your life towards the wrong direction and committing sins. Your challenge is to avoid the whispers of Shaitan and to be steadfast on the deen of Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta�ala. As they say, �Let�s forget the past and look forward to our future.� Whatever has occurred in the past, we cannot change it. The only thing we can do is to compensate in the future for our past actions.

We recommend that you speak to some elder who is close to you and speak of your need of getting married. In today's time there are a lot of families that are open-minded and do not mind their daughter-in-law going to school. Read salatul hajaat and do dua for the betterment of your future.
And as you feel your desires are not in control, you should fast, as fasting helps control the desires.

Study this article:
Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php

May Allah tala grant you the best spouse that loves you and cares for you inshaAllah. May Allah SWT make it easy for you, Ameen.


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Facing rejection during my interviews, and I never get stable job

I am really very upset, due to no job. I am 25 years old with lots of dreams, for my family and specially for my parents, since 2012 I've worked with almost 4 call centres. But due to some or the other reason, they removed me from the company or most of the times I failed during my
interviews. Though I give my 100 per cent. Sometime I make up my mind by thinking that Allah doesn't wants me to work out. What could be the reason behind it. I was a very modern girl in my past. But since last year, I am a good Islamic girl. Recently I've started with Quran hifz! Alhumdulillah! � am I lacking somewhere? I am really hurt.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

We congratulate you on your efforts in becoming a better Muslimah. May Allah tala give you success in this world and the hereafter. First and foremost, you should remember that Allah tala has promised a specific rizq for every creature on the face of this Earth, keep revisiting this fact and rest assured that Allah tala will grant you every single speck of that rizq while you are alive. Insha Allah. Allah tala is the All-Knowing, we should not feel bad if things do not go as planned as we should know that only Allah tala knows what is best for us. Increase your relationship with
Allah tala through Salah, Zikr and recitation of the Holy Quran. Another thing to keep in mind is that if there is no real need for you to work, then you should not worry about it. Instead, plan your time for more Quran learning, teaching, community service and other positive activities.

Also, when there is a real need to go out for work, make sure you are able to maintain full hijab in your work environment.

Study this article:
Motivation for those in Hardship and Depression
http://www.islameasy.org/Advice_in_Hardship.php

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Islamic Name for baby girl

Alhumdulillah i delivered a baby girl. Can i name her as Fahima Nuwaylah? or Fahima Anaum? plz let me know
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

May Allah tala help you recover from your delivery and grant you better health than ever before and make your daughter the coolness of your eyes.
Anum means a gift, Nuwaylah means winner and Fahima means a
learned scholar. Amongst the very first rights of the child is naming her with a name that gives her suitable attributes. May Allah tala guide you in choosing the right name. Usually recommended are names from the wives and children of the Beloved Prophet Muhammad Salalaho alaihi wasalam, his companions, and the pious scholars in history of Islam.


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Menstrual periods

Sister, just 7 days after my period I performed ghusl so that I can resume the 5 daily prayers. But on the very next day I still find a little dark brown discharge. Should I ignore this or perform ghusl again. Please answer. I don�t have anyone around here to advise me about this?
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May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

Your periods will be right until the 8th day when you had the spotting. After that, take a Ghusl and resume your Sal�h. If your menstrual bleeding cycle changes, you should apply your discretion and decide upon that. If
you are certain that the bleeding will resume after the spotting, you may delay your Ghusl. If there was no bleeding, then you should make Qadh� of the missed Sal�h.


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Breaking Taubah,is there a solution for me?

I'm tired .. after seeking forgiveness every time and still committing it, I'm tired of feeling so weak.
I still end up committing sins. Even after seeking forgiveness from Allah and promising Him that I won't be committing this sin again, I did. Help me. I want to love Allah, want to follow His teaching ...
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the all-Merciful and all-Forgiving, declares in the Holy Qur�an:

�Say: O My slaves who have transgressed against themselves (by committing evil deeds and sins)! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah, verily Allah forgives all sins. Truly, He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.� [Qur�an 39:53]

To leave sins, make sincere intention and use your will-power. Listen to some advices on Purpose of Life:

Dua and Power of Allah
http://islameasy.org/bayan/1_Dua_PowerofAllah.MP3

Pious Friendship and its effect on Character
http://islameasy.org/bayan/8_Pious_Friendship_I.MP3

Hakim al-Ummah Mawlana Ashraf Ali Thanawi (Allah have mercy on him) instructed,
�Pray two rakah salah with intention of making repentance and then supplicate as follows;

O Allah! I am Your obstinate disobedient servant.
I want to become obedient but nothing happens with my desires. However, everything is possible only with You.
I want to reform myself but I lack the determination to do so. Only You can reform me.
O Allah! I am extremely inappropriate, severely corrupt and very sinful. I am failing. Please, help me!
I have a weak determination to resist temptations of sinful activities. Please, give me the power to do so.
I do not have anything for salvation (Najaat). Please, provide me with the means of salvation from Your hidden treasures.�

For ten or twelve minutes, make repentance arduously. Then say;
�O Allah! Kindly forgive all the sins that I have committed till now. Though I do not say that I will not commit them again. I am aware that I will do them again. However, I will ask for forgiveness again.�

In this manner daily ask for forgiveness, acknowledge your weakness, supplicate for betterment (islah) and verbally recount your lack of ability, corruption and evilness. In short, debase yourself explicitly in front of Allah daily for ten minutes.

Make this Dua daily before going to sleep.
In few days [inshaAllah] you will observe that from Divine sources your determination will become strong without facing humility and hardships.�

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Whenever your tau�bah breaks you should make tau�bah again. Tau�bah is so powerful that it can take a person from the lowest levels of Hellfire and raise him to Paradise.

Make a U-turn in life, wash off your slate of deeds � eliminate the bad deeds and protect your good deeds.

Method of making Tau�bah:
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One should make sincere tau�bah to Allah for one's sins. The requisites of tau�bah are the following:

1. To immediately abstain from the sin.
2. To regret and wish one had never indulged in the sin.
3. To resolve to never commit the sin again.
4. If one have violated the rights of another person it is necessary to seek forgiveness from that person.

Easy Road to Paradise - Golden deeds that lead to success http://www.islameasy.org/EasyRoad_Paradise.php]

Why is Hijab necessary?
http://islameasy.org/hijab.php

May Allah forgive the Ummah and guide us to the right path!

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How to avoid a bad friend in life?

I love Allah more. I want to become a pure Muslimah. Plz help me
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

A Muslim woman is shy, has lots of Haya. A sister has a diamond which is her honor and dignity. Protect your honor from bad environment and fitnah.

Respected sister, even if a man is engaged with a woman, he is still a non-Mahram until the actual Nikah is made. Meeting alone or going out with this person is not allowed for her. It is required to observe complete Hijab with him until the Nikah is done. Unnecessary talks or chats should also be avoided.

Islam does not encourage pre-marriage love relationships between a male and female who are non-Mahram to each other. There are limits in Islam regarding love relationships before marriage.

You may study the following advice and articles:

Pious Friendship and its effect on Character
http://islameasy.org/bayan/8_Pious_Friendship_I.MP3

Easy Road to Paradise
http://www.islameasy.org/EasyRoad_Paradise.php]

Why is Hijab necessary?
http://islameasy.org/hijab.php

Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php

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Discover the Purpose of Life

a. i have a issue and i dont know if it is wrong or right. i m 21 years old and i have been depressed for about 6 months now and i pray a lot to Allah but things are not exactly getting better. i stay really depressed and i cry alot even during salah

b.
i am soooooooooooo happy ALLAH give me hidayat, (now) i offer five time prayers from last two weeks
now i need more prayers, more advices.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

Every tear of a believer is precious in the court of Allah. Allah looks at the sincerity of our hearts and our actions. People cannot give respect or honor -- only Allah can grant peace, love, contentment of heart, a blessed life in this world and in Jannah for true believers. Allah loves us more than seventy mothers do. Difficulties and trials can become a means of raising our status and earn countless reward. Even our blessed Prophet (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) and his family and daughters went through hardships and trials.

The entire creation is helpless. No one has power to do good to you or to harm you. Only Allah knows what is good and what is bad for you.

Look up to Allah, Who looks after you. Keep facing Allah, Who is in front of you. Love Allah, Who loves you. Obey Allah, Who invites you. Give your hand to Allah, Who saves you from a fall�Loving hearts, spiritual contentment, forgiveness and mercy, are all from Allah.

He is Eternal, All Powerful, Absolutely Just, Totally Merciful, All Loving, All Compassionate, All Gracious and All Forgiving.

This life is all about controlling desires and protecting from the traps of innerself and the Devil. This is a temporary life where desires and feeling may not be fulfilled completely. For a Muslim, the place for enjoyment and desires is Paradise � with rivers of
milk and honey, palaces of gold and silver, delicious food and fruits, beautiful spouse, always happy, always young, always healthy � a great kingdom for ever and ever for an unending enjoyment and bliss.

This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us every day. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards for the life Hereafter.

Listen to these lectures on how we can increase faith and turn to Allah for solution to our problems:

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Ideal Human Being (Purpose of Life)
http://islameasy.org/bayan/0_Ideal_Human_Being.mp3

Dua and Power of Allah
http://islameasy.org/bayan/1_Dua_PowerofAllah.MP3

URDU
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Cure for Depression
Part-1
http://islameasy.org/bayan/Taleem/CureDepression_Part1_4_24.mp3

Part-2
http://islameasy.org/bayan/Taleem/CureDepression_Part2_4_24.m

Allah, Life and Deen
http://islameasy.org/bayan/Taleem/1_Allah_Life_and_Deen.MP3

Purpose of Life
http://islameasy.org/bayan/Taleem/PurposeOfLife.mp3

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Make all your worries, doubts and concerns in the form of Dua to Allah � for example:

Yah Allah, I was away from the straight path for so long, but You have hid my faults and gave me guidance.

Ya Allah, I tried to do good, but Shaytaan deceived me - only You can show me the path to Jannah!

Ya Allah, I am helpless and distressed and You have all the treasures of comfort, mercy and happiness!

Purpose of Life (article)
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Purpose_of_Life_flyer.pdf


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Need peace in my life

I will be honest and say I m not the perfect Muslim and do not practice what i should as i have been brought up to have a laid back attitude with religion as my parents are the same� I am struggling to cope with how things have ended and i would just like to find peace within myself and seek forgiveness. I feel like I have lost my future plan. I know i may not be fully religious or have much knowledge but i think its my time to follow Islam and be a true Muslim. I m not sure where i start or how i do this. But i really would like to understand Islam. ..i feel like my world is fallen apart and everything i have worked for has now gone. Is this a punishment or a lesson. Please can you help
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

A. Shaykh Ashraf Ali Thanawi (Allah have mercy on him) instructed:
�Pray two rakah salah with intention of making repentance and then supplicate as follows;

O Allah! I am Your obstinate disobedient servant.
I want to become obedient but nothing happens with my desires. However, everything is possible only with You.
I want to reform myself but I lack the determination to do so. Only You can reform me.
O Allah! I am extremely inappropriate, severely corrupt and very sinful. I am failing. Please, help me!
I have a weak determination to resist temptations of sinful activities. Please, give me the power to do so.
I do not have anything for salvation (Najaat). Please, provide me with the means of salvation from Your hidden treasures.�
For ten or twelve minutes, make repentance arduously. Then say;

�O Allah! Kindly forgive all the sins that I have committed till now. Though I do not say that I will not commit them again. I am aware that I will do them again. However, I will ask for forgiveness again.�

In this manner daily ask for forgiveness, acknowledge your weakness, supplicate for betterment (Islah) and verbally recount your lack of ability, corruption and evilness. In short, debase yourself explicitly in front of Allah daily for ten minutes.

Make the above Dua daily before going to sleep.

In few days you will observe that from Divine sources your determination will become strong without facing humility and hardships. Overall, things will happen from Divine which you cannot even imagine now.�
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B.
Make all your worries, doubts and concerns in the form of Dua to Allah � for example:

Yah Allah, I was astray from straight path for so long, but You have hid my faults and gave me hidayat.

Ya Allah, I tried to do good, but Shaytaan deceived me - only You can show me the path to Jannah!

Ya Allah, I am helpless and distressed and You have all the treasures of comfort, mercy and happiness.
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5-minute Dua every night � for peace of mind

http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php

You may read 2 Rakah of Nafl Salah, with intention of Taubah and Salatul Hajat. This is performed like any other Salaah.

Taubah (from any act of disobedience and sins)
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/47.htm

Salat-ul Hajat
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

(Beg Allah to ease your difficulty, clean your heart to focus on good deeds).

Change your life style --- start Salah, reading Quran, Zikr and observe Hijaab ---and have full HOPE in the MERCY of Allah.

Life is very precious, you deserve love, hope, mercy and success!

You may study the following books and articles:

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.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]

Why is Hijab necessary?
http://islameasy.org/hijab.php



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Meeting with fianc� before Nikaah

I know that inappropriate interaction with the opposite gender is impermissible. But what is considered
"inappropriate"? � to get to know their personality, to the opposite gender before your Nikkah/ engagement?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Haya is the true jewel of every sister, and the fabric and foundation of an Islamic society. In Islam, a sister is regarded as a treasure, preserving her modesty and chastity.

Every sister has a diamond which is her honor and dignity. May Allah protect them from the trials and evils of the outside world, Ameen!

Please review this lesson based on the Noble Quran, Hadith and lifestyle of the pious - on the importance of Haya, protection of eyes and protecting the honor and dignity of woman. A humble reminder for every sister, mother and daughter in the Ummah!

For the daughters of the Ummah - dignity of woman
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http://islameasy.org/bayan/4DaughtersOfUmmah.MP3
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A Muslim woman is shy, has lots of Haya, does not talk to non-Mahram except when it is necessary, with respect and grace. Full Hijab is necessary whenever you face a non-Mahram.

How observing Hijab brings piety and purity in society? How leaving Hijab leads to sins and shamelessness? A definitive guide which present the Quranic verses and hadith on the subject, along with the opinions of scholars, so that those seeking the life of piety may find guidance. This book is for Muslim sisters who ask:

�What is the proper and best way I can practice hijab, as it was practiced by the Prophet�s (Sallallaho Alaihe Wasallam) community?"
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http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Hijab_newEdition2.pdf
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Even if a man is engaged with a woman, he is still a non-Mahram until the actual Nikah is made. Meeting alone or going out with this person is not allowed for her. It is required to observe complete Hijab with him until the Nikah is done.

Islam does not encourage pre-marriage love relationships between a male and female who are non-Mahram to each other. There are limits in Islam regarding love relationships before marriage. Please read more in this article:

Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php

Why is Hijab necessary?
http://islameasy.org/hijab.php

May Allah make every Muslim sister pious, pure and chaste, and protect them from any disgrace in Dunya and Akhira, Ameen!

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Husband does not give time to family

I am mother of seven children, I don't know what I should do my husband doesn't care at all for our children, he spends his whole day with friends and I can not go out because he starts to fight with me .. please help!!
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

Every tear of a believer is precious. Allah loves us more than seventy mothers do. Allah looks at the sincerity of our hearts and our actions.

You are an obedient daughter, a caring sister and a Muslimah who has already given big sacrifices in your life, you may want to handle this situation with patience. When the family is not so religious (pious or Allah fearing), you may work on them to make them pious - via good
teachings and good manners.

please study this article:
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Winning the Husband � Saving a Marriage!
http://www.islameasy.org/SaveMarriage.php

Forgiveness and Winning the Heart:
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Remember the teaching of the Islam to win the heart:

� Repel evil with good deeds;

� Join relations with the one who cuts it with you;

� Make Salaam to one who does not make Salaam;

� Forgive those who did bad to you;

� Keep politeness in all talk, with respect and love;

Allah says in the Noble Qur�an:

�The good deed and the evil deed cannot be equal. Repel (the evil) with one which is better (i.e. Allah ordered the faithful believers to be patient at the time of anger, and to excuse those who treat them badly), then verily! he, between whom and you there was enmity, (will become) as
though he was a close friend.� [41:34].

�But none is granted it (the above quality) except those who are patient, and none is granted it except the owner of the great portion (of the happiness in the Hereafter i.e. Paradise and in this world of a high moral character).�[41:35].

The Prophets made so much effort so that each everyone realizes the purpose of life, gets an opportunity to make Taubah. The pious believers in the Ummah also made an effort so that their families and neighbors can
discover the sweetness of Islam. In this effort, a believer is steadfast,forgiving, patient, trustworthy, kind and caring.

This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us everyday. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in
the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah.

People cannot give respect or honor -- only Allah can grant peace, love, contentment of heart, a blessed life in this world and in Jannah for true believers. Difficulties and trials can become a means of raising our status and earn countless reward. You should make all your worries, doubts
and concerns in the form of Dua to Allah - example:

Yah Allah I was astray from straight path for so many years, but You have hid my faults and gave me hidayah!

Ya Allah I tried to do good but Shaytan deceived me - only You can show me the path to Jannah!

Ya Allah I am helpless and distressed and You have all the treasures of comfort, mercy and happiness.

This life is all about controlling desires and protecting from the traps of Nafs (self) and Shaytaan. This is a temporary life where desires and feeling may not be fulfilled completely - the place for enjoyment and
desires is Jannah. This life is all about responsibilities, fulfilling others rights and following the commands of Allah and Sunnah.

Daily reading a book of good deeds with your husband helps in this situation. You may print a chapter of Muntakhab Ahadith

http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php

and read with your husband for 10 minutes together, then make Dua.

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Emaan.pdf
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Hereafter.pdf

May Allah forgive the Ummah and guide us to the right path!



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Making Taubah

If a person thinks Allah will forgive me for looking at men or lying and then you do the sin. A person thinks it and does it more than once. What should they do?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the all-Merciful and all-Forgiving, declares in the Holy Qur�an:

�Say: O My slaves who have transgressed against themselves (by committing evil deeds and sins)! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah, verily Allah forgives all sins. Truly, He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.� [Qur�an 39:53]

It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to rectify ourselves by turning to Him and begging for His forgiveness. Our mountains of evil deeds are nothing
before the vast ocean of the mercy of Allah.

Abu Dhar RadiyAllahu `anhu reports that Rasulullah Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam in a Hadith Qudsi (a hadith in which the Blessed Prophet s quotes Allah) said: �Indeed Allah the Almighty and Majestic says:
�O My slave! Verily, as long as you worship Me and have hope in Me, I shall forgive you for what you have done; O My slave! If you meet Me with an earthful of sins, but do not associate any partner with Me, I would grant you a forgiveness as great as the whole world.� (Musnad Ahmad)

Committing sins may make you sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed with yourself. But if you return to Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive you. There is no other door to knock
to solve our issues. None can forgive sins except Him. He calls us to the abode of peace (Paradise); He is the Almighty who hides our faults and He alone can replace our bad deeds with good deeds.

The door of repentance is always open for a person until he dies or until the sun rises from the west, whichever comes first. When something is a necessity Allah provides it in abundance like air and water. Since we are always sinful and negligent of Allah and Satan and the self are always
inciting us towards evil, therefore tau�bah is provided in abundance so we can turn back to Allah.

Allah has created a solution to every sickness even if it may be the poison of a snake. Satan and sins are a major sickness and the cure for it is in tau�bah and istighfar, crying in front of Allah with deep regret in the heart.

Whenever our tau�bah breaks we should make tau�bah again. Some people despair and think they are sinners and will go to Hellfire. Tau�bah is so powerful that it can take a person from the lowest levels of Hellfire and raise him to the highest levels of Paradise.

Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the Lord of Mercy, puts mercy in the hearts of every mother in the world by which they love and care for their children. We make mistakes but Allah overlooks our faults. Our worship and good deeds are not perfect but Allah accepts them and multiplies the reward.

Do not fall into minor sins. Minor sins leads to major sins the way a spark may start a fire and burn down a house. A believer should run away from sin as one runs away from a snake. Even a minor sin makes a true believer restless as if a mountain is above his head and is about to fall
on him and crush him.

Make a U-turn in life, wash off your slate of deeds � eliminate the bad deeds and protect your good deeds.

Method of making Tau�bah:
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One should make sincere tau�bah to Allah for one's sins. The requisites of tau�bah are the following:

1. To immediately abstain from the sin.
2. To regret and wish one had never indulged in the sin.
3. To resolve to never commit the sin again.
4. If one have violated the rights of another person it is necessary to seek forgiveness from that person.

After making sincere tau�bah be confident in the acceptance of your tau�bah. Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala) is all-Merciful and all-Forgiving. He is always ready to accept the repentance of His sinful slaves. Allah says in Surah Al-e-Imran:

�And those who, when they have committed Fahishah or wronged themselves with evil, remember Allah and ask forgiveness for their sins - and none can forgive sins but Allah - And do not persist in what (wrong) they have done, while they know.� [Al-Qur�an 3:135]

After repenting, one should try to live according to the will of Allah i.e. the Qur�an and Sunnah. This will bring the utmost peace and ranquility into one�s life.

Benefits of Tau�bah:
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The Qur�an describes the story of Prophet Nuh (AS),

"I said (to them): Ask forgiveness from your Lord; Verily, He is ft-Forgiving; He will send rain to you in abundance; And give you ncrease in wealth and children, and bestow on you gardens and bestow on ou rivers. " [Surah Nooh ,chapter 71:10-12]

One who makes Tau�bah reestablishes his relationship with the Creator of the heavens and earth.

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Study our articles on making Taubah. If you have any doubts please ask a new question.

Seeking Forgiveness (Tau'bah)
http://islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php

Check to see if we also need to make Taubah.
Are there other sins and mistakes in my life?
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The best thing for a believer is to make Taubah from all sins, big or small. There are other obvious sins in our society - encourage everyone in our homes and community to make Taubah from any disobedience of Allah ---
for example:

Sins by the tongue: Lying, verbal abuse in anger, backbiting, slandering, immodest talk, cursing, quarrelling, mocking, expressions to show-off etc?

Sins by the heart: Jealousy, pride and arrogance, greed, show-off, malice etc?

Sins in daily life: Looking at non-Mahram men and women with lust and desire, eating impermissible things, false oath/swearing, cheating or deceiving others in trade or business etc?

Sins in appearance and dress: Muslim men not keeping a beard, Muslim woman not observing proper Hijab (Niqab)?

Sins in social life: Muslim men mixing with women, women unveiling and appearing before men other than their Mahram, watching movies (pictures, singing, music), making and hanging pictures of living beings?

May Allah forgive the Ummah and guide us to the right path!


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Ramadan and forgiveness

Assalamualaikum If a person does not repent to Allah whole his life and then thinks when Ramadan comes I will repent to Allah or I am waiting for Ramadan to come so that I will repent ...
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Committing sins may make you sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed with yourself. But if you return to Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive you. There is no other door to knock to solve our issues. None can forgive sins except Him. He calls us to the abode of peace (Paradise); He is the Almighty who hides our faults and He alone can replace our bad deeds with good deeds. The door of repentance is always open for a person until he dies.

Ramadan is one of the best times to make complete Taubah.
Study our articles on making Taubah. If you have any doubts please ask a new question.

Seeking Forgiveness (Tau'bah)
http://islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php

Make all your worries, doubts and concerns in the form of Dua to Allah �
for example:

Yah Allah, I was astray from straight path for so long, but you have hid my faults and gave me hidayat.
Ya Allah, I tried to do good, but Shaytaan deceived me - only You can show me the path to Jannah!
Ya Allah, I am helpless and distressed and you have all the treasures of comfort, mercy and happiness.

This life is all about controlling desires and protecting from the traps of Nafs (self) and Shaytaan. This is a temporary life where desires and feeling may not be fulfilled completely - the place for enjoyment and
desires is Jannah. Paradise is a reality � with rivers of milk and honey, palaces of gold and silver, delicious food and fruits, beautiful companions, always happy, always young, always healthy � a great kingdom for ever and
ever for an unending enjoyment and bliss.

The best thing for a believer is to make Taubah from all sins, big or small -- make a list of all mistakes in your past life, pray 2 rakat (Salah of Taubah) and ask Allah to fogive you. Then, try to make up for any missing Salah, any missing fasting, any missing Zakah/Hajj etc. Also,
ask forgiveness from other people if any injustice or verbal abuse as made.

Are there other sins and mistakes in my life?
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The best thing for a believer is to make Taubah from all sins, big or small. There are other obvious sins in our society - encourage everyone in our homes and community to make Taubah from any disobedience of Allah
--- for example:

Sins by the tongue: Lying, verbal abuse in anger, backbiting, slandering, immodest talk, cursing, quarrelling, mocking, expressions to show-off etc.

Sins by the heart: Jealousy, pride and arrogance, greed, show-off, malice etc.

Sins in daily life: Looking at non-Mahram men and women with lust and desire, eating impermissible things, false oath/swearing, cheating or deceiving others in trade or business etc.

Sins in appearance and dress: Muslim men not keeping a beard, Muslim woman not observing proper Hijab (Niqab).

Sins in social life: Muslim men mixing with women, women unveiling and appearing before men other than their Mahram, watching movies/ pictures, singing , music, taking and hanging pictures of living beings.

There are other activities of negligence and disobedience which are a waste of time/resources, make a person unmindful of Akhirah (Hereafter) and lose the opportunity of earning millions of good deeds.

Instead, a believer should engage in Dawah, learning and teaching, Zikr, Tilawat of Quran, Durood, Isteghfar and Dua.

To keep good motivation, you may listen to some lecture and read articles on our site.

Purpose of Life (article)
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Purpose_of_Life_flyer.pdf

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

How should Every Muslim live through day and night?
http://www.islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php

Prayer and Du�a - Strong connection with Allah
http://islameasy.org/index.php


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Sister observing Hijab after making Taubah from the past

Jazak Allah for such beautiful information. I actually do hijab already but hadn't followed the proper route of Islam & Allah that we were suppose to. But now, Allhamdulillah after being guided with this information and my sincere path for forgiveness I'm going to change myself inside & out In Sha Allah
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Masha Allah you are on the path of Taubah! One who makes true Taubah would become the one who has not done the sin. If you become more pious and righteous, everyone in family will love and respect you, and you can be a source of inspiration for others to do good deeds, inshaAllah!

You may listen to some lectures from our site, in Urdu or English:

http://islameasy.org/lectures.php

Masha Allah, an educated sister like yourself, in your age group, would seek more good deeds to get closure to Allah through Dua, Zikr, Quran, serving your family and others in your community. Explore the purpose of life - you may use articles and lectures on our site as a resource.

The entire creation is helpless. No one has power to do good to you or to harm you. Only Allah knows what is good and what is bad for you.

Look up to Allah, Who looks after you. Keep facing Allah, Who is in front of you. Love Allah, Who loves you. Obey Allah, Who invites you. Give your hand to Allah, Who saves you from a fall�Loving hearts, spiritual contentment, forgiveness and mercy, are all from Allah.

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 the only God, the Creator, the Evolver, and the Sustainer of all that exist, He is Eternal, All Powerful, Absolutely Just, Totally Merciful, All Loving, All Compassionate, All Gracious and All Forgiving.

Why Hijab?
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Every sister has a diamond which is herhonor and dignity. May Allah protect them from the trials and evils of the outside world, Ameen!

Read the struggle of a reverted Muslimah sister:
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/HijabWhy.pdf

Islam is the only religion which has given a very high and honorable status to woman and set her rights and duties according to her personality. Islam gave woman that dignity which no other ideology or faith has ever given.

Allah has blessed women with unique qualities like affection, tenderness, emotions and grace. From a small flower-like daughter, a pious sister, a loving wife, a merciful mother, to a distinguished grand-mother (a fountain of love, mercy and purity) - women have a great contribution to human society.

Seeking Allah's Love:
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This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us everyday. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah.

This life is all about controlling desires and protecting from the traps of Nafs (self) and Shaytaan. This is a temporary life where desires and feeling may not be fulfilled completely - the place for enjoyment and desires is Jannah. Paradise is a reality � with rivers of milk and honey, palaces of gold and silver, delicious food and fruits, beautiful companions, always happy, always young, always healthy � a great kingdom for ever and ever for an unending enjoyment and bliss.

Protect yourself and family
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Protect from the traps of Shaytaan, Nafs and bad environment, which excites a person to:

--Eat whatever you like, making it difficult to avoid Haram and doubtful things

--Dress as you like, making it difficult to observe Hijab, piety, protection of eyes for this person and others on the street.

--Meet and mix with whomever you like, forgot about good and bad, Mahram and non-Mahram.

Shaytaan has promised to attack from all 4-directions � front, back, left and right!

Living in this environment is like walking on shells � like passing through a jungle filled with thorny bushes on both sides, hidden holes on the ground � a believer with Taqwa would walk by protecting herself from all sides, every step with fear of Allah!.

In this universe, there are both Khair (good) and Sharr (bad) � To bring Khair, to maintain Taqwa and be steadfast, a lot of continuous effort is needed. Sharr or bad things come automatically, without effort!

The trial and fitan in the market and streets are an opportunity to practice Taqwa, to get closer to Allah, to go high and high in Paradise � HellFire is surrounded by things appear attractive to Nafs (Shahawaat) and Jannah is surrounded by things which are hard on Nafs. Both ways are open and every day is a test.

How to keep motivation:
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You may pray Salatul Hajat and the following Dua from our site main page.

http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php

You should make all your worries, doubts and concerns in the form of Dua to Allah - for example:

Yah Allah I was astray from straight path for so many years, but You have hid my faults and gave me hidayat.
Ya Allah I tried to do good but Shaytan deceived me - only You can show me the path to Jannah!
Ya Allah I am helpless and distressed and You have all the treasures of comfort, mercy and happiness.

Recite Quran and make lots of Dua - inshaAllah your sadness will be resolved.
Recite this Tasbeeh everyday.
LA HAULA WA LA QUWATA ILLA BILLAHIL ALIEL AZEEM
Translation: �There is no strength (to refrain from sins but with the protection from Allah) and there is no power (to accomplish good deeds) but with the help of Allah, the High, the Supreme�

To keep good motivation, you may listen to some lecture and articles on our site.

Purpose of Life (lecture)
http://islameasy.org/bayan/Taleem/PurposeOfLife.mp3

Daily reading a book of good deeds with your family will help them understand the purpose of life and how to have balance in their lives. . You may print a chapter of Muntakhab Ahadith

http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php

and read with your family for 10 minutes together, then make Dua.

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Emaan.pdf
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Hereafter.pdf

Essential Resources to study:
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Purpose of Life
http://www.islameasy

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How to cure Show-off and Riya?

I was so used to about showing off my ibadats (worship) to my friends but i when i came to know that its kind of shirk i start avoiding it. But most of my friends who are not practicing and do sins .., they lie about their namaz (prayer) whenever they meet my family they wear hijab just to show me off and and when they meet their friends who are totally their kind they behave the way they do like� , abusing , Backbitting, and everything. .. it makes me cry sometimes. I feel so bad, I can't even say a word to stop them. I Cry just thinking that why don't they stop lying about deen.how should i deal with them?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

Committing sins may make one sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed. But if she returns to Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive her. There is no other door to knock to solve our issues.

Please study this whole article on Taubah:
Seeking Forgiveness (Tau'bah)

http://islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php

Make all your worries, doubts and concerns in the form of Dua to Allah � for example:

Yah Allah, I was astray from straight path for so long, but you have hid my faults and gave me hidayat.

Ya Allah, I tried to do good, but Shaytaan deceived me - only You can show me the path to Jannah!

Ya Allah, I am helpless and distressed and you have all the treasures of comfort, mercy and happiness.

The best thing we can do is to become pious friends of Allah. 'Religious' does not mean who prays and fast only - the definition is 'who abstains from all sins' - this includes our daily life, food, earning and spending,
dress, full hijab (niqab for woman), manners and purification of heart - read the article and Khutbah on our site and listen to lectures .. inshaAllah your knowledge will increase.

This life is all about controlling desires and protecting from the traps of Nafs (self) and Shaytaan. This is a temporary life where desires and feeling may not be fulfilled completely - the place for enjoyment and
desires is Jannah. Paradise is a reality � with rivers of milk and honey, palaces of gold and silver, delicious food and fruits, beautiful companions, always happy, always young, always healthy � a great kingdom for ever and ever for an unending enjoyment and bliss.

Protect yourself and family from the traps of Shaytaan, Nafs and bad environment, which excites a person to:

--Eat whatever you like, making it difficult to avoid Haram and doubtful things;

--Dress as you like, making it difficult to observe Hijab, piety, protection of eyes for this person and others on the street.

--Meet and mix with whomever you like, forgot about good and bad, Mahram and non-Mahram.

Shaytaan has promised to attack from all 4-directions � front, back, left and right!

Living in this environment is like walking on shells � like passing through a jungle filled with thorny bushes on both sides, hidden holes on the ground � a believer with Taqwa would walk by protecting herself from all sides, every step with fear of Allah!.

In this universe, there are both Khair (good) and Sharr (bad) � To bring Khair, to maintain Taqwa and be steadfast, a lot of continuous effort is needed. Sharr or bad things come automatically, without effort!

The trial and fitan in the market and streets are an opportunity to practice Taqwa, to get closer to Allah, to go high and high in Paradise � HellFire is surrounded by things appear attractive to Nafs (Shahawaat) and Jannah is surrounded by things which are hard on Nafs. Both ways are open and every day is a test.

The best thing for a believer is to make Taubah from all sins, big or small -- make a list of all mistakes in your past life, pray 2 rakat (Salah of Taubah) and ask Allah to forgive you. Then, try to make up for any missing Salah, any missing fasting, any missing Zakah/Hajj etc. Also,
ask forgiveness from other people if any injustice or verbal abuse as made.

There are other obvious sins in our society - encourage everyone in our homes and community to make Taubah --- for example, not keeping the Sunnah beard (for men), not observing proper Hijab (Niqab for women), watching movies and pictures, music, mixing with non-Mahram , hanging pictures of living beings in home. These and many other activities are a waste of time/resources, makes a person unmindful of Akhirah (Hereafter) and lose the opportunity of earning millions of good deeds via Dawah, learning and teaching, Zikr, Tilawat of Quran, Durood, Isteghfar and Dua.

Study, talk and think about the greatness of Allah, blessings of Allah, Love of Allah, blessings in Jannah for righteous believers to enjoy, everlasting life in Akhirah.

Daily reading a book of good deeds helps keep your motivation. You may print a chapter of Muntakhab Ahadith

http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php

and read for 10 minutes. then make Dua.

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Emaan.pdf
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Hereafter.pdf

Daily Dua:
http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php

To keep good motivation, you may listen to some lecture and read articles on our site.

Purpose of Life (article)
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Purpose_of_Life_flyer.pdf

Purpose of Life (lecture)
http://islameasy.org/bayan/Taleem/PurposeOfLife.mp3

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

How should Every Muslim live through day and night?
http://www.islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php

Prayer and Du�a - Strong connection with Allah
http://islameasy.org/index.php

May Allah make it easy for you Ameen.


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Istekhara for Love Marriage

My problem has made me very depressed over the past few days. I am deeply in love with a guy whom I want to marry. We both love each other and do not want to marry anyone else except each other. My family has no knowledge of it at the moment. The problem is that my family strongly disapproves of love marriage due to a devastating past experience in the family.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan,forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

Du'a for Istikhara:
http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.html

It is best to read this Salaah yourself. The aim of istikhaarah is to ask for guidance from Allah to the better of two matters concerning which one is hesitating, because guidance and help come from Allah; He knows and we do not know; He is the Knower of the unseen. The one who relies on himself will go astray, and the one who trusts in his own reasoning only and does not seek the help of his Lord will be doomed.

It is also important to understand that doing Istikaarah does not stop you from doing any other efforts. Instead, one should research the matter to one's best ability, as well as seeking advice from knowledgeable and experienced
people, parents and elders etc.

May Allah make it easy for you Ameen.

[Editor�s note: Review this article on observing the limits in a love relationship:

Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php
]


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will Allah forgive me?.. making Taubah from past sins

a. I have done a SIN since years. i feel soo guilty and ashamed of my act...i pray to ALLAH for forgiveness..will He forgive me..!!?

b.
I am so ashamed and do not even know how I'm bringing myself to asking this question. I am totally disgusted with myself and will spend the rest of my life in repentance to Allah...
I have already started repenting and cry at every salah pleading Allah to forgive me. I will continue to do so until as long as I live.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

In the name of Allah, The Most Gracious and The Most Merciful

Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the all-Merciful and all-Forgiving, declares in the Holy Qur�an:

�Say: O My slaves who have transgressed against themselves (by committing evil deeds and sins)! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah, verily Allah forgives all sins. Truly, He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.� [Qur�an 39: 53]

It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to rectify ourselves by turning to Him and begging for His forgiveness. Our mountains of evil deeds are nothing before the vast ocean of the mercy of Allah.

Abu Dhar RadiyAllahu `anhu reports that Rasulullah Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam in a Hadith Qudsi (a hadith in which the Blessed Prophet s quotes Allah) said: �Indeed Allah the Almighty and Majestic says:

�O My slave! Verily, as long as you worship Me and have hope in Me, I shall forgive you for what you have done; O My slave! If you meet Me with an earthful of sins, but do not associate any partner with Me, I would grant you a forgiveness as great as the whole world.� (Musnad Ahmad)

Committing sins may make you sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed with yourself. But if you return to Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive you. There is no other door to knock to solve our issues. None can forgive sins except Him. He calls us to the abode of peace (Paradise); He is the Almighty who hides our faults and He alone can replace our bad deeds with good deeds.

The door of repentance is always open for a person until he dies or until the sun rises from the west, whichever comes first. When something is a necessity Allah provides it in abundance like air and water. Since we are always sinful and negligent of Allah and Satan and the self are always inciting us towards evil, therefore tau�bah is provided in abundance so we can turn back to Allah.

Allah has created a solution to every sickness even if it may be the poison of a snake. Satan and sins are a major sickness and the cure for it is in tau�bah and istighfar, crying in front of Allah with deep regret in the heart.

Whenever our tau�bah breaks we should make tau�bah again. Some people despair and think they are sinners and will go to Hellfire. Tau�bah is so powerful that it can take a person from the lowest levels of Hellfire and raise him to the highest levels of Paradise.

Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the Lord of Mercy, puts mercy in the hearts of every mother in the world by which they love and care for their children. We make mistakes but Allah overlooks our faults. Our worship and good deeds are not perfect but Allah accepts them and multiplies the reward.

Do not fall into minor sins. Minor sins leads to major sins the way a spark may start a fire and burn down a house. A believer should run away from sin as one runs away from a snake. Even a minor sin makes a true believer restless as if a mountain is above his head and is about to fall on him and crush him.

Make a U-turn in life, wash off your slate of deeds � eliminate the bad deeds and protect your good deeds.

Method of making Tau�bah:
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One should make sincere tau�bah to Allah for one's sins. The requisites of tau�bah are the following:

1. To immediately abstain from the sin.
2. To regret and wish one had never indulged in the sin.
3. To resolve to never commit the sin again.
4. If one have violated the rights of another person it is necessary to seek forgiveness from that person.

After making sincere tau�bah be confident in the acceptance of your tau�bah. Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala) is all-Merciful and all-Forgiving. He is always ready to accept the repentance of His sinful slaves. Allah says in Surah Al-e-Imran:

�And those who, when they have committed Fahishah or wronged themselves with evil, remember Allah and ask forgiveness for their sins - and none can forgive sins but Allah - And do not persist in what (wrong) they have done, while they know.� [Al-Qur�an 3:135]

After repenting, one should try to live according to the will of Allah u i.e. the Qur�an and Sunnah. This will bring the utmost peace and tranquility into one�s life.

Benefits of Tau�bah:
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The Qur�an describes the story of Prophet Nuh (AS),

"I said (to them): Ask forgiveness from your Lord; Verily, He is Oft-Forgiving; He will send rain to you in abundance; And give you increase in wealth and children, and bestow on you gardens and bestow on you rivers. " [Surah Nooh ,chapter 71:10-12]

One who makes Tau�bah reestablishes his relationship with the Creator of the heavens and earth.

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Study our articles on making Taubah. If you have any doubts please ask a new question.

Seeking Forgiveness (Tau'bah)
http://islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php

Check to see if we also need to make Taubah.
Are there other sins and mistakes in my life?
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The best thing for a believer is to make Taubah from all sins, big or small. There are other obvious sins in our society - encourage everyone in our homes and community to make Taubah from any disobedience of Allah --- for example:

Sins by the tongue: Lying, verbal abuse in anger, backbiting, slandering, immodest talk, cursing, quarrelling, mocking, expressions to show-off etc?

Sins by the heart: Jealousy, pride and arrogance, greed, show-off, malice etc?

Sins in daily life: Looking at non-Mahram men and women with lust and desire, eating impermissible things, false oath/swearing, cheating or deceiving others in trade or business etc?

Sins in appearance and dress: Muslim men not keeping a beard, Muslim woman not observing proper Hijab (Niqab)?

Sins in social life: Muslim men mixing with women, women unveiling and appearing before men other than their Mahram, watching movies (pictures, singing, music), making and hanging pictures of living beings?

May Allah forgive the Ummah and guide us to the right path!

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Not sure about my own religion and want others to believe

I try to be a good Muslim because I want to , I try to convince my self that I really I am . And for this i try to follow EACH AND EVERY teaching of Islam. i read Quran daily and try to understand it... besides I am really emotional about Islam too I start arguing with Non-Muslims and when they say anything bad about Allah S.W.T and Muhammad S.A.W.W I start crying .
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Please study this Short Course for learning Basics of Islam for yourself
http://islameasy.org/TeachingBasicsofIslam.php

Here is a quick introduction to Islam (charts, flyers and articles)
http://islameasy.org/beliefs.php

People cannot give respect or honor -- only Allah can grant peace, love, contentment of heart, a blessed life in this world and in Jannah for true believers. Difficulties and trials can become a means of raising our status and earn countless reward.

The biggest sin is Shirk which leads to hellfire in the life hereafter. That is why the Prophets made so much effort so that each everyone realizes the purpose of life, gets an opportunity to make Taubah. The pious belivers in the Ummah also made an effort so that their families and neighbors can discover the sweetness of Islam. In this effort, a believer is steadfast, forgiving, patient, trustworthy, kind and caring.

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Depression with home affairs

a) my husband is very angry person ofen he will get angry very soon little things soon if I will talk to him he will get angry... Before marriage also I worked, after marriage also iam working I feel tired and i feel depression. I feel nothing is there in my life.

b) I have been marreid for 3yrs, but not happy with my family ife. me and my husband have lots of issues. he hardly tells anything, hides everything, does not talk to me. we live as complete strangers in one house.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Every tear of a believer is precious. Allah loves us more than seventy mothers do. Allah looks at the sincerity of our hearts and our actions.

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledg Deen and generosity. Ameen!

You are an obedient daughter, a caring sister and a Muslimah who has already given big sacrifices in your life, you may want to handle this situation with patience. When the family is not so religious (pious or Allah fearing), you may work on them to make them pious - via good teachings and good manners.

Masha Allah, an educated sister like yourself, in this age group, would seek more good deeds to get closer to Allah through Dua, Zikr, Quran, serving your community and other sisters.

please study this article:
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Winning the Husband � Saving a Marriage!
http://www.islameasy.org/SaveMarriage.php

Forgiveness and Winning the Heart:
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Remember the teaching of the Islam to win the heart:

� Repel evil with good deeds;

� Join relations with the one who cuts it with you;

� Make Salaam to one who does not make Salaam;

� Forgive those who did bad to you;

� Keep politeness in all talk, with respect and love;

Allah says in the Noble Qur�an:

�The good deed and the evil deed cannot be equal. Repel (the evil) with one which is better (i.e. Allah ordered the faithful believers to be patient at the time of anger, and to excuse those who treat them badly), then verily! he, between whom and you there was enmity, (will become) as though he was a close friend.� [41:34].

�But none is granted it (the above quality) except those who are patient, and none is granted it except the owner of the great portion (of the happiness in the Hereafter i.e. Paradise and in this world of a high moral character).�[41:35].

The Prophets made so much effort so that each everyone realizes the purpose of life, gets an opprtunity to make Taubah. The pious belivers in the Ummah also made an effort so that their families and neighbors can discover the sweetness of Islam. In this effort, a believer is steadfast, forgiving, patient, trustworthy, kind and caring.

This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us everyday. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah.

People cannot give respect or honor -- only Allah can grant peace, love, contentment of heart, a blessed life in this world and in Jannah for true believers. Difficulties and trials can become a means of raising our status and earn countless reward. You should make all your worries, doubts and concerns in the form of Dua to Allah - example:

Yah Allah I was astray from straight path for so many years, but You have hid my faults and gave me hidayah!

Ya Allah I tried to do good but Shaytan deceived me - only You can show me the path to Jannah!

Ya Allah I am helpless and distressed and You have all the treasures of comfort, mercy and happiness.

This life is all about controlling desires and protecting from the traps of Nafs (self) and Shaytaan. This is a temporary life where desires and feeling may not be fulfilled completely - the place for enjoyment and desires is Jannah. This life is all about responsibilities, fulfilling others rights and following the commands of Allah and Sunnah.

Daily reading a book of good deeds with your husband helps in this situation. You may print a chapter of Muntakhab Ahadith

http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php

and read with your husband for 10 minutes together, then make Dua.

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Emaan.pdf
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Hereafter.pdf


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Taubah from watching bad videos

I used to watch bad videos. Even though I offer namaz five times a day....i have been involved in this bad habit since last year... now I deriously need to taubah. I want to ask for forgiveness from ALLAH. please help me out and suggest me some dua.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah give you the ability to make Taubah, with peace and forgiveness!

Committing sins may make one sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed. But if she returns to Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive her. There is no other door to knock to solve our issues.

please study this whole article on Taubah:
Seeking Forgiveness (Tau'bah)
http://islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php

Make all your worries, doubts and concerns in the form of Dua to Allah � for example:

Yah Allah, I was astray from straight path for so long, but you have hid my faults and gave me hidayat.

Ya Allah, I tried to do good, but Shaytaan deceived me - only You can show me the path to Jannah!

Ya Allah, I am helpless and distressed and you have all the treasures of comfort, mercy and happiness.

The best thing we can do is to become pious friends of Allah. 'Religious' does not mean who prays and fast only - the definition is 'who abstains from all sins' - this includes our daily life, food, earning and sepnding, dress, full hijab (niqab for woman), manners and purification of heart - read the article and Khutbah on our site and listen to leactures .. inshaAllah your knowledge will increase.

This life is all about controlling desires and protecting from the traps of Nafs (self) and Shaytaan. This is a temporary life where desires and feeling may not be fulfilled completely - the place for enjoyment and desires is Jannah. Paradise is a reality � with rivers of milk and honey, palaces of gold and silver, delicious food and fruits, beautiful companions, always happy, always young, always healthy � a great kingdom for ever and ever for an unending enjoyment and bliss.

The best thing for a believer is to make Taubah from all sins, big or small -- make a list of all mistakes in your past life, pray 2 rakat (Salah of Taubah) and ask Allah to fogive you. Then, try to make up for any missing Salah, any missing fasting, any missing Zakah/Hajj etc. Also, ask forgiveness from other people if any injustice or verbal abuse as made.

There are other obvious sins in our society - encourage everyone in our homes and community to make Taubah --- for example, not keeping a beard (for men), not observing proper Hijab (Niqab for women), watching movies/ pictures, music, mixing with non-Mahram, hanging pictures of living beings in home. These and many other activities are a waste of time/resources, makes a person unmindful of Akhirah (Hereafter) and lose the opportunity of earning millions of good deeds via Dawah, learning and teaching, Zikr, Tilawat of Quran, Durood, Isteghfar and Dua.

To keep good motivation, you may listen to some lecture and read articles on our site.

Purpose of Life (article)
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Purpose_of_Life_flyer.pdf

Purpose of Life (lecture)
http://islameasy.org/bayan/Taleem/PurposeOfLife.mp3

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

How should Every Muslim live through day and night?
http://www.islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php

Prayer and Du�a - Strong connection with Allah
http://islameasy.org/index.php


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Brother died in Hajj!

My brother passed away on the day of Arafat in a accident. He passed away straight away. what does this mean?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah accept Hajj from your brother, grant him forgiveness and Jannatul Firdous! May Allah bless you and your parents with Sabre-Jameel, peace and happiness!

A person's death (time, place) is decreed by Allah. Then, what is better is dying on the day of Hajj in that blessed place? There are several Ahadith describing the virtues of a person dying during Hajj. Form those narrations, we learn that a haji who died during Hajj will be raised on the day of judgement reciting Talbia (Labbaik). If a haji died during Hajj, a reward of Hajj will be written for him until the day of judgement!

The deceased's inheritance should be distributed (ask a Mufti on those details) and care/assitance should be provided to his wife and children, if any. You should make Dua, give some Sadaqa and make Esaal-e-Sawaab of good deeds to your brother, on a regular basis.

This incident is an eaxmple which shows how temporary this life is. The best thing we can do is to become pious friends of Allah. 'Religious' does not mean who prays and fast only - the definition is 'who abstains from all sins' - this includes our daily life, food, earning and sepnding, dress, full hijab (niqab for woman), manners and purification of heart - read the article and Khutbah on our site and listen to leactures .. inshaAllah your knowledge will increase.

This life is all about controlling desires and protecting from the traps of Nafs (self) and Shaytaan. This is a temporary life where desires and feeling may not be fulfilled completely - the place for enjoyment and desires is Jannah. Paradise is a reality � with rivers of milk and honey, palaces of gold and silver, delicious food and fruits, beautiful companions, always happy, always young, always healthy � a great kingdom for ever and ever for an unending enjoyment and bliss.

The best thing for a believer is to make Taubah from all sins, big or small -- make a list of all mistakes in your past life, pray 2 rakat (Salah of Taubah) and ask Allah to fogive you. Then, try to make up for any missing Salah, any missing fasting, any missing Zakah/Hajj etc. Also, ask forgiveness from other people if any injustice or verbal abuse as made.

There are other obvious sins in our society - encourage everyone in our homes and community to make Taubah --- for example, not keeping a beard (for men), not observing proper Hijab (Niqab for women), watching movies/ pictures, music, mixing with non-Mahram, hanging pictures of living beings in home. These and many other activities are a waste of time/resources, makes a person unmindful of Akhirah (Hereafter) and lose the opportunity of earning millions of good deeds via Dawah, learning and teaching, Zikr, Tilawat of Quran, Durood, Isteghfar and Dua.

To keep good motivation, you may listen to some lecture and read articles on our site.

Purpose of Life (article)
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Purpose_of_Life_flyer.pdf

Purpose of Life (lecture)
http://islameasy.org/bayan/Taleem/PurposeOfLife.mp3

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

How should Every Muslim live through day and night?
http://www.islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php

Prayer and Du�a - Strong connection with Allah
http://islameasy.org/index.php



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How to save my marriage from breaking?

a. Marriage ending due to quarrels
b. I got married one n half year ago my husbnd sent me to
my parent home after a month of marrage, my in-laws were not happy nd made issues of small things. and now, one and half year passed, he didn ot came to my parent home.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

First of all, study this article on our site:
Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

If you had a chance to live with your husband, study the next articles, make a list of your mistakes (if any) and try to fix those:

Happy Marriage - Living with Peace and Harmony at Home
http://www.islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

If the current marriage breaks (agains your wishes), make Istekhara andstart a new life. Ask Allah to bless you with a better husband. Work with family elders and seek their advice.

You should decide how to make the best of your life. If you want to get married again, read our articles on marriage, analyze why the previous marriages were broken (make a list of mistakes both sides did). If it hard to change the other side, but we can change ourselves and ask Allah for help. If you write some details, inshaAllah we may advise further.

Winning the Husband � Saving a Marriage!
http://www.islameasy.org/SaveMarriage.php

If you are not planning to get married soon, have support from family elders etc. then make a schedule/ plan for your life - worshipping, learning Islam, doing good deeds that can earn millions for the life hereafter.

You should not haste to make any decision from your side. Make Istekhara, consult your parents and let them consult with Mufti/Imam in your town.

You should ask Allah for guidance and a blessed life, for you and whole Ummah. Also make Dua for your husband's guidance and well-being.

Make lots of Isteghfar on past sins and mistakes, make Taubah and ask Allah for help. You should make Dua, give some Sadaqa (even small), pray Salatul Hajat and Istkhara. Recite this 7 times morning and evening:
"Hasbiyyallahu la ilaha illa huwa alaihi tawakkaltu wa huwa rabbul arshil
azeem".

Forgiveness and Winning the Heart:
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Remember the teaching of the Islam to win the heart:

� Repel evil with good deeds;

� Join relations with the one who cuts it with you;

� Make Salaam to one who does not make Salaam;

� Forgive those who did bad to you;

� Keep politeness in all talk, with respect and love;



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Forgiveness for deceased Father

My Father has died in an Accident a day after Eid-ul-zuha.He was a very good human being, worked very hard for our upbringing, very Obedient to Allah, offers Namaaz on time...
During his Life Time I use to take him granted for whatever he says, some times talking harshly on petty household issues, but he never take it seriously. it was ocassionally not very often & that too in a jolly mood we used to irritate our father.

Now that after his death im repenting for hurting my father during his lifetime.we all told sorry to each other this ramazan for Hurting each of us including my Father in a way Knowingly or Unknowingly. He Never Complained that my Childrens are not good with me, was very happy with all of us. He has such a clean heart , he never takes our jokes seriously.

We all are praying for his Esaale swaab Daily, Giving Charity.Pls Suggest me what is that I can personally do to seek forgiveness from my FAther and From ALLLAH.Do ALLAH Forgive my Sins, What all we have done was Intetionally & unintentionally.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah have Mercy on your father, grant him forgiveness and Jannatul Firdous! May Allah bless your family with Sabre-Jameel, peace and happiness! May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

You are an obedient daughter, a caring sister and a good Muslimah. Continue making Dua for your father daily (learn such good deeds which bring millions of rewards daily), give charity, pray for his forgiveness, take care of his debts (if any) and missing obligations in his life (missing Salah, any missing fasting, any missing Zakah/Hajj etc). The deceased's inheritance should be distributed (ask a Mufti on inheritance questions).

Committing sins may make you sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed with yourself. But if you return to Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive you. There is no other door to knock to solve our issues. None can forgive sins except Him. He calls us to the abode of peace (Paradise); He is the Almighty who hides our faults and He alone can replace our bad deeds with good deeds. The door of
repentance is always open.

Pray Salatul-Taubah and ask Allah to forgive you for any verbal abuse or hurting your father.

Every tear of a believer is precious in the court of Allah. Allah looks at the sincerity of our hearts and our actions. Only Allah can grant peace, love, contentment of heart, a blessed life in this world and in Jannah for true believers. Allah loves us more than seventy mothers do. Difficulties and trials can become a means of raising our status and earn countless reward. Even our blessed Prophet (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) and his family and daughters went though hardships and trials.

Masha Allah an educated sister like yourself, in this age group, would seek more good deeds to get closer to Allah through Dua, Zikr, Quran, serving your community and other sisters. Explore the purpose of life - you may use articles and lectures on our site as a resource.

This incident is an eaxmple which shows how temporary this life is. The best thing we can do is to become pious friends of Allah. 'Religious' does not mean who prays and fast only - the definition is 'who abstains from all sins' -
this includes our daily life, food, earning and sepnding, dress, full hijab (niqab for woman), manners and purification of heart -

This life is all about controlling desires and protecting from the traps of Nafs (self) and Shaytaan. This is a temporary life where desires and feeling may not be fulfilled completely - the place for enjoyment and desires is Jannah. Paradise is a reality � with rivers of milk and honey, palaces of gold and silver, delicious food and fruits, beautiful companions, always happy, always young, always healthy � a great kingdom for ever and ever for an unending enjoyment and bliss.

The best thing for a believer is to make Taubah from all sins, big or small -- make a list of all mistakes in your past life, pray 2 rakat (Salah of Taubah) and ask Allah to fogive you. Then, try to make up for any missing Salah, any missing fasting, any missing Zakah/Hajj etc. Also, ask forgiveness from other people if any injustice or verbal abuse as made.

There are other obvious sins in our society - encourage everyone in our homes and community to make Taubah --- for example, not keeping a beard (for men), not observing proper Hijab (Niqab for women), eating doubtful things, watching movies/ pictures, music, mixing with non-Mahram, hanging pictures of living beings in home. These and many other activities are a waste of time/resources, makes a person unmindful of Akhirah (Hereafter) and lose the opportunity of earning millions of good deeds via Dawah, learning and teaching, Zikr, Tilawat of Quran, Durood, Isteghfar and Dua.

To keep good motivation, you may listen to some lecture and read articles on our site.

Purpose of Life (article)
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Purpose_of_Life_flyer.pdf

Purpose of Life (lecture)
http://islameasy.org/bayan/Taleem/PurposeOfLife.mp3

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

How should Every Muslim live through day and night?
http://www.islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php

Prayer and Du�a - Strong connection with Allah
http://islameasy.org/index.php



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Sadaqa for deceased

I know children can give sadaqah for parents who have died. Can one give sadaqah for their grandparents who are dead or for friends or neighbors? Obviously all were Muslims. Is Sadaqah accepted on their behalf?? Jarzakallah
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan,forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

You can give sadaqah on behalf on anyone in Islam. No matter who the person is as long as that person is muslim.

A better thing is to estimate if the deceased was missing any obligatory Salah, Zakah in their lifetime and then give proper FIDYA to help them relieve from their missing obligations.


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Beard for men

My brother is 16 mashallah. He has a small beard and my mom has told him to shave it because he is too young to fully maintain it. He doesn't want to, but is my mother right to tell him to shave it off and is he disobeying her by not listening? Is this going against following the Sunnah? Is there a age for one to fully maintain the beard? Jarzakallah

Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan,forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

Keeping a beard is Wajib for men, a big Sunnah which unfortunately is being left out by some people. If one has a beard, he should let it grow until the span of his fist. It is prohibited for one to cut or trim his beard before it reaches the span of his fist.

Since your brother has reached the age of adulthood, he should keep and grow his beard. You should politely inform your mother about this Islamic teaching, this is not to disrecpect her.

A religious person is better for both this life and hereafter. 'Religious' does not mean who prays and fast only - the definition is 'who abstains from all sins' - this includes our dailiy life, food, finances, dress, full hijab (niqab for woman), manners and purification of heart - read the article and Khutbah on our site and listen to leactures .. inshaAllah your knowledge will increase.

This life is all about controlling desires and protecting from the traps of Nafs (self) and Shaytaan. This is a temporary life where desires and feeling may not be fulfilled completely - the place for enjoyment and desires is Jannah. This life is all about responsibilities, fulfilling others rights and following the commands of Allah and Sunnah.

Daily reading a book of good deeds with your husband helps in this situation. You may print a chapter of Muntakhab Ahadith

http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php
and read with your mother for 10 minutes together. then make Dua.

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Emaan.pdf
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Hereafter.pdf


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Fiance admiring actresses

I am engaged to a man who is well-behaved. But since
recently, I've been noticing him admiring celebrity women in a social website. This really upsets me. I clearly dont want my future husband to be admiring non-believing women.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

For marriage, a religious person is better for both this life and hereafter. 'Religious' does not mean who prays and fast only - the definition is 'who abstains from all sins' - this includes our dailiy life, food, finances, dress, full hijab, manners and purification of heart - read the article and Khutbah on our site and listen to leactures .. inshaAllah your knowledge will increase.

Make your choice for Taqwa (piety) instead of just looking for the apparent beauty or wealth. Learn, study and make Istekhara and Salatul Hajat regarding marriage decisions.

You can make Dua for his guidance, encourage his parents to create an Islamic environment in their home.

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Recite this Tasbeeh everyday.
LA HAULA WA LA QUWATA ILLA BILLAHIL ALIEL AZEEM
Translation: �There is no strength (to refrain from sins but with the protection from Allah) and there is no power (to accomplish good deeds) but with the help of Allah, the High, the Supreme�

To keep good motivation, you may listen to some lecture and articles on our site.

Purpose of Life (lecture)
http://islameasy.org/bayan/Taleem/PurposeOfLife.mp3

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

Daily reading a book of good deeds with your family will help them understand the purpose of life. You may print a chapter of Muntakhab Ahadith
http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php

and read with your family for 10 minutes together, then make Dua.

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Emaan.pdf
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Hereafter.pdf


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Step father�s attitude

[Sister had concerns over her step-father attitude, not treating her as a daughter in a respectful manner]
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Sister, you should try to be respectful, but discuss your concerns with your mother and other family elders (like grand-parents). We strongly recommend that in this situation to inform your mother about the issue.

Observe hijab and protect yourself from any activity which is not allowed in Islam. May Allah help you and bless you with knowledge and piety, Ameen!

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Easy Rizq

a. my husband did not stay on a job. he is very educated but cannot get good job, please suggest me a wazifa.
b. please suggest suggest me a wazifa for my son�s good health
c. any dua or zikr to accomplish difficult task
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

Motivation for those in Hardship and Depression
http://www.islameasy.org/Advice_in_Hardship.php

1. One can pray for whatever purpose she wishes. But the best supplications are the ones made by Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam. These are so comprehensive and all-encompassing prayers that all the human needs, of this world and the Hereafter, are fully covered in the
eloquent expressions used in them. Actually, most of the prophetic prayers are so profound that human imagination can hardly match their greatness.

Regarding sustenance (Rizq), one should remember that whatever is written for man, will reach him.
We should make sure that all our faraaid (compulsory) acts are in order, further, the best way of asking Allah for assistance is through Salaah. We should try not to become despondent or depressed, instead we should remember that Allah will increase our sustenance when the time is right.
Recite Surah Yaseen in the morning and Surah Al-Waqiah every night.

Recite the three Quls i.e. Surah Al-Ikhlas, Surah al-Falaq and Surah An-naas, then dry-spit or blow onto the palms and wipe over yourself. Do this 3 times, morning and evening.
It is also very important to recite Ayatul Kursi.
Seek help from Allah Ta'ala and always trust in him.
When you are anxious than recite this 7 times: "Hasbiyyallahu la ilaha illa huwa alaihi tawakkaltu wa huwa rabbul arshil azeem".
You can also recite "Hasbonallahu wa ni'mal wakeel".

2. You may recite Ayat-e-Shifaa and these following duas:
http://islameasy.org/AyateShifa.png


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Study and depression

I am in class 10th. I am just done with my exams. My exams were some what average and good. But I am not sure whether i'll score good percentage. Please help me with a dua which can turn impossible as possible. Also I am suffering through depression please help me to get through it.?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

You may read 2 Rakah of Nafl Salah, with intention of Salatul Hajat. This is performed like any other Salaah. After the Salaah, you should recite the following Dua. You may print these pages from web and recite
from printed pages or from a computer after the Salaah. It is not required to memorize these Dua or read it inside Salaah.

Salat-ul Hajat:

The method is described at http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

Also, kindly read this article on our site and listen to lectures to increase your knowledge.

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php


May Allah make it easy for you, Ameen.


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Tattoos and Taubah

Is it haram to accuse someone of not being a good Muslim, just because they have tattoos, and piercings? They fast, pray, and know the Quran but they've made some big mistakes in their life. What if you want to help them? How would you approach them about something like that?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

You may share the following advice with them and encourage them to learn Islamic teachings and Sunnah manners.

Tau�bah (Seeking Forgiveness)
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Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the all-Merciful and all-Forgiving, declares in the Holy Qur�an:

�Say: O My slaves who have transgressed against themselves (by committing evil deeds and sins)! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah, verily Allah forgives all sins. Truly, He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.� [Qur�an 39:53]

It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to rectify
ourselves by turning to Him and begging for His forgiveness. Our mountains of evil deeds are nothing before the vast ocean of the mercy of Allah.

Abu Dhar RadiyAllahu `anhu reports that Rasulullah Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam in a Hadith Qudsi (a hadith in
which the Blessed Prophet s quotes Allah) said: �Indeed Allah the Almighty and Majestic says:

�O My slave! Verily, as long as you worship Me and have hope in Me, I shall forgive you for what you have done;
O My slave! If you meet Me with an earthful of sins, but do not associate any partner with Me, I would grant you a
forgiveness as great as the whole world.� (Musnad Ahmad)

Committing sins may make you sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed with yourself. But if you return to
Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive you. There is no other door to knock
to solve our issues. None can forgive sins except Him. He calls us to the abode of peace (Paradise); He is the
Almighty who hides our faults and He alone can replace our bad deeds with good deeds.

The door of repentance is always open for a person until he dies or until the sun rises from the west, whichever comes first. When something is a necessity Allah provides it in abundance like air and water. Since we are always sinful and negligent of Allah and Satan and the self are always
inciting us towards evil, therefore tau�bah
is provided in abundance so we can turn back to Allah.

Allah has created a solution to every sickness even if it may be the poison of a snake. Satan and sins are a major
sickness and the cure for it is in tau�bah and istighfar, crying in front of Allah with deep regret in the heart.

Whenever our tau�bah breaks we should make tau�bah again. Some people despair and think they are sinners
and will go to Hellfire. Tau�bah is so powerful that it can take a person from the lowest levels of Hellfire and raise him to the highest levels of Paradise.

Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the Lord of Mercy, puts mercy in the hearts of every mother in the world by which they love and care for their children. We make mistakes but Allah overlooks our faults. Our worship and good deeds are not perfect but Allah accepts them and multiplies the reward.

Good manners - observe complete Hijab, make Isteghfar, increase time for Dua.

Kindly read this article on our site and listen to lectures to increase your knowledge.

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

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Nose piercing

I want to know if piercing the nose is permissible. My [teachers] told me it is NOT haram since I'm a Niqabi and I don�t put myself on display for Non Mahrams! I want to do it simply because I want to adorn myself and not with the intention of displaying my beauty to any non mahram. JazakaAllahu Khairan.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!

Yes, they are right. It is not haram, it�s your choice.

And Allah knows best.


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Dua to cure sickness

Dua for health issues ..
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!

Put your hope, trust and faith in Allah Ta'ala. Read Salatul Hajat.

You may recite Ayat-e-Shifaa and these following duas:
http://islameasy.org/AyateShifa.png

1. wa yashfi sudoora qawmim-mumineen
Translation: And [God] shall heal the breasts of the believers. (at-Tawba,9:14)

2. Yaa ayyuhan-naasu qad ja�atkum maw`izhatum-mir rabbikum wa shifaul-limaa fis-sudoor, wa hudan wa rahmatun lil-mumineen

Translation: O Mankind, there has come to you a guidance from your Lord and a healing for (the diseases) in your hearts and for those who believe a guidance and a mercy. (Yunus, 10:57)

3. You may recite a wazifah/Tasbeeh of the following verses of Quran after Isha, accompanying with durood shareef:

"Laqad Khalaqnal Insana fee Ahsani Taqweem" (Surah Teen, Verse 3) and
"..Anni Mughlobun Fantasir" (Surah Qamar, verse10)

May Allah make it easy for you Ameen.


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Hijab Issues

a.
i know its compulsory to wear the hijaab on the head and to cover the body, but does it mention about your face as I have heard it's a choice

b.
Is it haram for me to become an actor? If so, Why? I heard it depends on what the show is about and as long as you do nothing haram it's not. Of course i would do nothing bad.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan,forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

You have asked a question which is a very important part of our lives as Muslim women. We will try to answer it as simply as possible,Insha-Allah.
First we have to know the importance of hijab after that you will be able to decide what is good for you, Insha Allah.
Allah says in Surah Ahzaab, verse 59 "Oh Prophet! tell your wives and daughters and the believing women, that they should cast their outer garments (Jalaabeeb) over them, that is likelier that they be known and not harmed/annoyed......"

In order to understand a word in any language, we have to ask the experts of that language. The root word of "jalaabeeb" is "jalbab", which is used
for things which cover completely.

Example: the darkness of night. When the darkness of night comes, there is no corner left which is bright, everything becomes covered in darkness. In the same way, jalbab is the garment that covers a woman from head to toe,
with nothing left open. (Lisanul Arab,V 1 - Al muhalla V 3).


We will now quote the sahaaba (R.A) who have explained the jalbab to us so clearly, that theres no room for confusion anymore. Ibne Abaas (R.A.) says under the explanation of the above verse "Allah commanded Muslim women to
pull this sheet on top of them, to cover their bodies, except one eye, when it is necessary for them to come out of their homes."

Imam Mohammed ibn Seereen says," I asked Ubaidullah Salmani RA the meaning of this verse and how the jalbab was used, he demonstrated it to me, by pulling a sheet of cloth over his head to cover his body, leaving only one eye uncovered."

It should be remembered that the sahaaba/ companions of the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam were the ones who witnessed the Qur'an being revealed, they witnessed how the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam practiced on the verses revealed, who can give us better insight into
following the Qur'an than the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam and his sahaaba?

And what about the wives of the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam who are our role-models, how did they follow the verses of Quran? Aisha (R.A.) was the wife of Nabi Sallallahu alaihi wasallam. Once, she was left
behind by the caravan while returning from a journey. When she realized this, she thought it best to remain exactly where she was, the prophet Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam will soon realize she is not with them and come back for her. A few miles behind this caravan was a sahaabi, Safwan
bin Mu'atal (R.A.), his job was to travel behind the caravan and pick up anything left behind. As he came closer, he noticed someone sleeping, when
he realized it was Aisha (R.A.) he said loudly, innaa lilaahi wa innaa ilayhi raajioon, upon hearing his voice, Aisha (R.A.) says I got up from my sleep and immediately covered my face with my shawl. Safwan RA recognized her because he had seen her before the verses of hijaab were
revealed. But since the verses had been revealed, she now covered her face.

Alhamdolilaah, all praise is due to Allah, who has made Islam so perfect and just, that there is no difference between how we practice on it and how the wives of a prophet practiced on it. There is no different rulings
for different people. Every Muslim/ Muslimah is the same, the only difference is in taq'wa.

There are so many Aayaat and Ahaadith on this subject, that books have been written in great detail on it. We would like to end by saying that if covering the face was not necessary, just an option for women to choose
from, then the other aayaat of hijaab wouldn't make sense. For example:

1. If women were free to uncover the face, why does Allah ask the men and women not to look at each other and lower their gazes. (Surah Noor)?

How will we follow this command of Allah? If covering the face is not necessary, then neither should lowering the gaze.

2. If it was permissible to uncover the face, then why do we need permission before entering someone's home?
"Oh you who believe! enter not houses other than your own, until you have asked permission...." (Surah Noor)
This aayah is guarding the females of the home so that they are not looked upon by strange men.

3. Allah commands the women "... and make not a dazzling display (of yourselves), like the former times of ignorance...." (Surah Ahzaab) and also "...And tell the believing women that they lower their gaze and guard
their modesty and not display their beauty....." (Surah Noor).

Is the face not part of the beauty of a woman? In fact, it is a focal point of her beauty. I came across a survey last year which was conducted amongst the men. They were asked as to which parts of a female would first get their attention. 80% of them replied her face, eyes and lips would
attract them first, followed by her body.

4. Why would Allah command the men to ask for any need from behind a curtain? (Surah Ahzaab)
If a woman can uncover her face then why not just ask her face to face?

5. If a woman's face is showing then a man would not be captured by her voice on first impulse. But when a woman's face and body are concealed, Allah has further commanded her not to be complacent/sweet in her speech
with the males. (Surah Ahzaab)

Allah has made all these rules for the betterment of mankind, not to make us upset or miserable. Parents make rules and regulations in their homes because of the love they have for their children. If someone says that a
mother disciplines her child because of hatred or misery, we would say that its absurd. Similiarly, Allah knows what is best for us while our knowledge is limited. Our success lies in following the Quran and the Sunnah of our Rasool Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam. We hope that this
answers your question. For further detailed reading we would recommend the
book "HIJAB" (http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php) by Dr. Mohammed Ismail Memon Mada

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Love boundaries

sister,I'm in love with my cousin, we chat almost everyday , but not
anything related to love but still i'm afraid that i may say something
wrong which may be a shame for me in my future, i'm afraid that i may say
something which will make me ashamed even to have eye contact with him
when i actually meet him.
i dont know if he has same feelings for me as i have for him, thats one of
the reason why i'm scared to say something wrong. what should i do? i cant
bear the thought of not chatting with him.
my sister asked me to distance myself from him since when i chat with
him,i'm closer to him so its easy to say something inappropriate. but it
hurts to even think that i have to distance myself from him.
i'm a teenager of about 16 and half, sister give me an advice that can
help me.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

Respected sister, even if a man is engaged with a woman, he is still a
non-Mahram until the actual Nikah is made. Meeting alone or going out with
this person is not allowed for her. It is required to observe complete Hijab with him until the Nikah is done.

Islam does not encourage pre-marriage love relationships between a male and female who are non-Mahram to each other. There are limits in Islam regarding love relationships before marriage. Please read more in this
article:

Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php

You may read 2 Rakah of Nafl Salah, with intention of Taubah and Salatul
Hajat. This is performed like any other Salaah.

After the Salaah, you should recite the following Dua. You may print these
pages from web and recite from printed pages or from computer after the
Salaah. It is not required to memorize these Dua or read it inside Salaah.

Taubah (from any act of disobedience and sins)
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/47.htm

Salat-ul Hajat
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

(Ask Allah to ease difficulty, clean the heart to focus on good deeds.
Also ask Allah to show you if that person was really sincere to you or
not).

You may study the following books and articles:

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.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]

Why is Hijab necessary?
http://islameasy.org/hijab.php


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Husband trust and guidance

a.
my husband have lots of angerness, i can�t say him anything he is not offering salah, says bad words and not giving permission for niqab.

b.
I want to know if divorce is the right answer after a lot of
tries to make marriage work?
I am pregnant with my second child and in the last two months i found out a lot about my husband? He is being having affair since he married me? He lies to people that he is not married and doesn't respect me. He is abusive and makes me feel like i did something wrong to cover up himself.
What should i do? I been trying to make this marriage work since i married him but now i feel like he kept of making me a fool and i believed him all the time.

c.
I am married since last 13 years and have 3 young children. My husband was very very loving and caring in the beginning of our marriage. My husband's father was a very hot tempered person and that�s why he did not have good
reputation socially. He passed away, may Allah forgive him. Now, my husband slowly slowly becoming like his father. He is also very hot tempered. He cut ties from every relative of mine. He fights and argues
with me a lot. He never prays nor he ever goes to mosque or meet any of my friends.

I don�t know what happened to him, he was such a good person before. I don�t know if this is nazar or jadoo or what. But I have tried everything to make him understand but he never listen to me and start shouting and
screaming. I cannot talk to him about anything. I do dua day and night for him. What else should I do? Please help. I feel so disappointed, but due to kids I don�t want divorce.

d.
my husband always ignore me whenever weekend comes, he always fight with me and does not want to listen to me always want to b boss. we always have very much arguments. and he always just give time to his parents and
brother and sister and does not talk to me. he always stay in a bad mood without any good reason. plz helppp me i m in very big problem

e.

do you have any dua for husband hedayet. he is good man but islamic activities like namaz , roza, quaran is funny thing for him. please let me know what can i do for him and for my kids in near future. thanks
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen

May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony!

Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. Due to the influence of Shaytaan, bad desires and environment outside and inside the home, sometimes a married man starts making an affair with a non-Mahram
woman and may lose interest in his own wife at home. This article discusses some causes of this problem and a few suggestions for the wife to re-gain her husband�s love.

At the time of concern and tension in domestic affairs,
review your life pattern to see in how many ways you can improve yourselves.

Protection of eyes:
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This is one of the biggest concerns in the Ummah today, affecting both the young an old. The outside environment (streets, markets, workplaces, social events) and
media inside homes (TV, magazines, internet) and filled with opportunities to look at non-Mahram faces. If someone does not protect the eyes and looks with lust and desires, his heart may be occupied with dozens of beautiful faces and may easily forget his own wife.

Disrespect and quarrels at home:
--------------------------------

Even if the wife is sincere in her heart, sometimes abusing the tongue on domestic issues may lead the husband to feel disrespected. If the wife does not treat the husband well, he may find more peace talking to strange women outside
home. Usually the people outside home (for example, at the markets and social events) appear more polite, courteous and keeping a soft and sweet-tone. This is a �big competition� for the spouse at home to surpass the loving and admiring attitude experienced in the outside world!

Suggestions for Happy Marraige
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Kindly review our advice on Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home at

http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

Manners and protection of tongue:
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From our elders we have learned that the best method to increase the love between the husband and the wife
is to obtain great morals and etiquettes and to guard our tongue. By doing both of those, one will be able to attract your spouse into a never ending love. Please review the following article:

http://islameasy.org/K213_Tongue_protection.php

List of husband�s likes and dislikes:
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Living closely for a period of time, the wife knows the secrets of do�s and don�ts which pleases the husband. At the time of difficulty and concern, when the husband is not behaving well, extra precaution should be taken and a
�selfless� attitude is needed to win his heart.

Looking for rights or love?
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�Do not go by the book of �My Rights�. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights,
or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.� (Hedyatus Saalikeen,
selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)

A warm-welcome of the husband:
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When the husband enters home and looks at the wife with love and mercy and wife also looks at the husband with love
and mercy, Allah looks at both of them with mercy. Entering and leaving home with Salam and Du�a keeps the Shaytaan away. The wife at home should decorate herself for the husband when he arrives home and meet with him
cheerfully. On the other hand, when a woman goes out of her home (for example, for a social event), she should wear simple and modest clothing and observe complete Hijaab in front of non-Mahram. In practice, this is not followed in today�s society which opens the door of issues.

Virtues of good deeds:
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Imagine a pious wife making Du�a for his husband after every Salah: May Allah make him a pious man! May Allah
bless him with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! May Allah accept all his good deeds and keep Shaytaan away from him!

Pray Salat-ul-Hajat and Istekhara before making important decisions. See the main page at http://islameasy.org/

Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your spouse.

Increase time for Du�a, especially if you could wake up during the last part of night. Here is a startup script and examples of Dua:

Dua from the Core of Heart
http://islameasy.org/pdf/Duae_Walihana.pdf

Munajaat-e-Maqbool
http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php

Environment of pious people:
----------------------------

Find a pious Shaykh near your area and encourage the husband to attend his programs with intention to acquire the love of Allah Almighty. Listen to lectures and read books on pious husband and wife. Read books of virtues
(like Muntakhab Ahadith, Riyadus-Saliheen) with your family for 5-10 minutes every evening. Request the husband to
bring some Islamic books of good deeds, Du�a and zikr for the family. If there is a gathering for Taleem (Islamic knowledge to increase faith and good deeds) encourage your spouse to attend. Your masjid Imam and community may help you find such programs.

Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful. May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! Ameen!

Recommended Readings for wife:
--------------------------------

The Rights of Husband by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar
http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/the-rights-of-husband

The Rights of a Husband and his Status by Shaykh Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani

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Difficult Task made easy

any dua or zikr to accomplish difficult task jazakallahkhair
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

One can pray for whatever purpose she wishes. But the best supplications are the ones made by Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam. These are so comprehensive and all-encompassing prayers that all the human needs, of this world and the Hereafter, are fully covered in the eloquent
expressions used in them. Actually, most of the prophetic prayers are so profound that human imagination can hardly match their greatness.

Regarding sustenance (Rizq), one should remember that whatever is written for man, will reach him.

We should make sure that all our faraaid (compulsory) acts are in order, further, the best way of asking Allah for assistance is through Salaah. We should try not to become despondent or depressed, instead we should remember that Allah will increase our sustenance when the time is right.

Recite Surah Yaseen in the morning and Surah Al-Waqiah every night.

Recite the three Quls i.e. Surah Al-Ikhlas, Surah al-Falaq and Surah An-naas, then dry-spit or blow onto the palms and wipe over yourself. Do this 3 times, morning and evening.

It is also very important to recite Ayatul Kursi.

Seek help from Allah Ta'ala and always trust in him.

When you are anxious than recite this 7 times: "Hasbiyyallahu la ilaha
illa huwa alaihi tawakkaltu wa huwa rabbul arshil azeem".

You can also recite "Hasbonallahu wa ni'mal wakeel" daily.


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Advice at the time of hardship

a.
I am a widow with 3 small children. in-laws got hold of all money. ALLAH helped and gave job. but I get frustrated and helpless. Please advise how to live my life happily for my children. I am very burdened.

b. I'm a single mother ....I am beginning to lose all hope of life. I am now struggling financially i allways have less money and sometimes I end up with no money. then sometimes we have no food at home. I want to buy a lottery ticket then i found out it is haraam in islam. then what can i Do? i cant find any jobs relating to sewing cooking
or working in a school due to such less education I have,as i tought my self how to read and write. and i cant buy a lottery ticket. what step should I take?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with easy Sustenance (Rizq), a good home, a good family and blessings in life and hereafter!

Allah loves a pious believer more than seventy mothers can love! Your parents love you and always wish good for you! The Muslim Ummah loves you.

You should ask Allah for Aafiah (easy health, Rizq, good deeds, no worries) for you and whole Ummah. Here is a
Dua page

http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php

Make lots of Isteghfar on past sins and mistakes, make Taubah and ask Allah for help.

Recite this tasbeeh (100 times) in the morning Fajr time

SUBHAN ALLAH IL AZEEM WA BI HAMDIHI, SUBHAN ALLAH IL AZEEM , ASTAGHFIRULLAH

Recite Surah Yaseen in the morning and Al-Waqiah at night (on the days of purity)

Recite this Ayat 70 times in the morning. (on the days of purity)
Sura Ash-Shura, Surah#42, Ayat # 19

When you enter home, recite Bismillah, Surah Fatihah, Surah Ikhlas, Durood Sahareef, Ayatal Kursi.

Our main page has many more Duas, including Salaatul Haajaat (Prayer for Need)

The Prophet (sallallahu alayhi wasallam, May peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said:
�The most miserable man in the world of those meant for Paradise will be dipped once in Paradise (i.e. in the life Hereafter). Then he will be asked, Son of Adam, did you ever face any misery? Did you ever experience
any hardship�, so he will say (so happy after seeing a glimpse of Jannah), No my Lord! I never faced any misery and I never experienced any hardship.�

The Prophet (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) also said:
Whoever makes Istighfaar in abundance, Allah will make a way out for him from every difficulty, free him from depression and anxiety and Allah will grant him sustenance from avenues he will not imagine.

A Muslim, who goes through hardship but endures patiently and still strives to do good deeds, will be awarded Paradise where there is no sickness or pain, no sadness, no old age. Paradise is a reality � with rivers of milk and honey, palaces of gold and silver, delicious food and fruits, beautiful spouse, always happy, always young, always healthy � a great kingdom for ever and ever for an unending enjoyment and bliss. Compete with each other to strengthen faith and excel in good deeds and hasten to seize every fleeting moment and turn into gold by a productive activity; sow seeds today to reap a rich harvest tomorrow and rush at the available opportunity before it is lost for good.

The lowest ranking person in Jannah will get a kingdom ten times bigger than this world, will have thousands of servants and so many angels will come to believers to make Salam. In Jannah, there will be a bazar where people can change their faces to look like 'any person' they wanted to
look like. In Jannah, a believing woman will be sent long time before her husband, she will be decorated with things that no eyes has seen, no ears have heard and no body even thought about that.

This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us everyday. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in
the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah.

Let�s view and ponder over this chart of good deeds
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Convert_Time2Gold.pdf

Read more about the �Purpose of Life�
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Purpose_of_Life_flyer.pdf

Allah says in the Qur�an: (interpretation of the meaning):
�..Truly the steadfast will be paid their recompense without
limit�[Az-Zumar, 10].

Abu Saeed Al-Khudri and Abu Hurairah (RA) narrate that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: Whenever a Muslim faces fatigue, illness, worry, grief, hurt and sorrow, even gets pricked by a thorn, Allah in lieu of his sufferings removes his sins.� (Bukhari)

Remember, a human life is very precious gift from Allah and is not just meant for a small event or issue. Compared to the stages and issues in human journey to life -Hereafter, our worldly worries and problems are a small thing. Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. If you are a
true believer, hope for the best from Allah.

Love of Allah:

The human heart is the center of emotions and feelings. It dictates what it desires and works in collaboration with mind to act as a platform of good or evil. The human heart also has hidden treasures of matchless jewels. If found and applied, we can become beloved of Allah. Imagine a
believer (sister) who always remembers and seeks help from her Creator, praises Allah by her tongue, in her heart, expresses gratitude for His bounties, is patient in hardships. She supplicates in all earnestness and
always has good intentions.

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).

Put your hope, trust and faith in Allah Ta'ala. It helps when you find that you are not the only one who has difficulties. You can get a great deal of support by helping others and building up your self esteem and
confidence. 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 many people who also have difficulties. You will learn new and better ways of coping with your difficulties.

You should emphasize your streng

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Knowledge of Islam, How to become an Alimah?

a. i want you teach me how to become an alimah, b/c from my experience i think that no one is successful until and unless they are true and good Muslims.... i just went through a lot in my life, and i want to have a deep understanding of islam, Jazakallah. May Allah (s.w.t) reward you and help you when you are in need and keep all frustrations away from you. Ameen.

b. I really want to do a 5 year alimah course but this means that i wont be able to do my A levels at another college, there is no way that i can do both at the same time and i would really miss my friends as none of them want to do the alimah course, should i do it and i also wanted to ask what jobs can you get after becoming an alimah? Thankyou

c. What qualifications do you need to do to become an alimah and is it to late to want to be an alimah at the age of 15 without having any islamic qualifications and a small amount of knowledge about islam?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

It is best to read salaatul istikharah. 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.

Du'a for Istikhara: http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.html

Read these Dua everyday:
�Rabbi zidni ilma�
and
�Rabbish rahli sadri wa yassirli amri wahlul uqdatam milisaani yafqhu qawli �

Recite Isteghfar, make Taubah from any sins and shortcomings in life (make a list of any sins and doubtful things and try to remove them from your life)

Prayer and Du�a - Strong connection with Allah
http://islameasy.org/index.php

Here is a beautiful Dua script:
http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php

It is so great that you have intention to become an Alimah. Learn from cradle to grave, it is never too late to learn Deen and Islam, Quran and Hadith.

To help you decide, make a list of benefits of becoming an Alimah in this world and hereafter. Looking for job or earning is a very trivial matter. Allah gives sustenance to every moving creature on earth (humans, animals, fish, birds and insects). Allah gives jobs to people who work with wood and stones - why won't Allah take care of the needs of a person studying the words of Allah?

For preparation, you may review this "Short Course for teaching Basics of Islam to youth and elders". Even if you have not studied a full-time course, you may learn this material quickly and share it with others for learning.

http://islameasy.org/TeachingBasicsofIslam.php

To become a full-time Alimah, you may join a course in your locality, or Online from a reputable institution. For advanced studies, refer to an Alimah course with Arabic grammar and intensive studies of Quran, Hadith and Fiqh.

Search for a good Darul-Uloom institution for Alimah studies program near your town. You may request your father or brother to find those locations from your masjid Imam.

Memorizing some Surahs of Quran and observing complete Hijab are first steps to bring more piety in your life. Make a schedule of learning Islamic studies and prepare to join an institution of higher learning.

May Allah make it easy for you, Ameen.


And Allah knows best.

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Contact before marriage

a. Assalamualaikum, I would like to know if it is jaiz for the bride and groom to keep in contact in any way before the nikah. Jazakallah.

b.
there is a boy ,whom i liked before. but after some time i seems to know that he is a psycho person. he shouted at me and always trying to hit.and my parents also didn't like him. they want that i'll marry with someone else of there choice. now i'm fully convinced with them .
plz suggest some dua i don't want to marry with this psycho person and now these days he trying to pressurise me to marry with him, he also trying to insult myself in front of many people.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Respected sister, even if a man is engaged with a woman, he is still a non-Mahram until the actual Nikah is made. Meeting alone or going out with this person is not allowed for her. It is required to observe complete Hijab with him until the Nikah is done.

Islam does not encourage pre-marriage love relationships between a male and female who are non-Mahram to each other. There are limits in Islam regarding love relationships before marriage. Please read more in this article:

Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php

You may read 2 Rakah of Nafl Salah, with intention of Taubah and Salatul Hajat. This is performed like any other Salaah.

After the Salaah, you should recite the following Dua. You may print these pages from web and recite from printed pages or from computer after the Salaah. It is not required to memorize these Dua or read it inside Salaah.

Taubah (from any act of disobedience and sins)
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/47.htm

Salat-ul Hajat
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

(Ask Allah to ease difficulty, clean the heart to focus on good deeds. Also ask Allah to show you if that person was really sincere to you or not).

You may study the following books and articles:

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.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]

Why is Hijab necessary?
http://islameasy.org/hijab.php


And Allah knows best.

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Upsetting, Love, Success

salam, i just wanted to ask i have no success or love in anything. I am always upset and don't know i have so much enemies for no reason.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

You may seek help of Allah through Salaatul Haajah. Please check on the main page for the method of performing it.

http://Islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

Remember the teaching of the Islam to win the heart:
� Repel evil with good deeds;
� Join relations with the one who cuts it with you;
� Make Salaam to one who does not make Salaam;
� Forgive those who did bad to you;
� Keep politeness in all talk, with respect and love;

Allah says in the Noble Qur�an:
�The good deed and the evil deed cannot be equal. Repel (the evil) with one which is better (i.e. Allah ordered the
faithful believers to be patient at the time of anger, and to excuse those who treat them badly), then verily! He, between whom and you there was enmity, (will become) as though he was a close friend.� [41:34].
�But none is granted it (the above quality) except those who are patient, and none is granted it except the owner of the great portion (of the happiness in the Hereafter i.e. Paradise and in this world of a high moral character).
�[41:35].

This life is all about controlling desires and protecting from the traps of Nafs (self) and Shaytan. This is a temporary life wher desries and feeling may not be fulfilled completely - the place for enjoyment and
desires is Jannah. This life is all about responsibilities, fulfilling others rights and following the commands of Allah and Sunnah.

Daily reading a book of good deeds helps in this situation. You may print a chapter of Muntakhab Ahadith to your family

(http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php) and read with your family for 10 minutes together. then make Dua.

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Emaan.pdf
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Hereafter.pdf

Also kindly review this article:

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us every day. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in
the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah.

Let�s view and ponder over this chart of good deeds

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Convert_Time2Gold.pdf

Every particle of the universe will be left behind, but every deed of a human being will be lifted for the life hereafter! Strong faith and good deeds bring peace and comfort in this life, peace in the grave and gardens
of Paradise in the hereafter. When people forget the purpose of life, many of them terminate their lives without hope. When the human being realizes the purpose of life, an ordinary person can become a means of spreading guidance to hundreds of thousands of people. There are diamonds,
gold,silver and pearls to be discovered inside human heart.

Paradise is a reality � with rivers of milk and honey, palaces of gold and silver, delicious food and fruits, beautiful spouse, always happy, always young, always healthy � a great kingdom forever and ever for an unending
enjoyment and bliss. Compete with each other to strengthen faith and excel in good deeds and hasten to seize every fleeting moment and turn into gold by a productive activity; sow seeds today to reap a rich harvest tomorrow
and rush at the available opportunity before it is lost for good.

Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful. Allah loves us more than seventy mothers do. Difficulties and trials can become a means of raising our status and earn countless reward. Allah says in the Qur�an: (interpretation of the meaning):

�..Truly the steadfast will be paid their recompense without
limit�[Az-Zumar, 10].

Abu Saeed Al-Khudri and Abu Hurairah (RA) narrate that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: Whenever a Muslim faces fatigue, illness, worry, grief, hurt and sorrow, even gets pricked by a thorn, Allah in lieu of his sufferings removes his sins.� (Bukhari)

"Our anxieties, depression and worries are all created because we first make the decisions and then expect Allah Ta'ala to conform; whereas what we plan and decide is subject to Allah Ta'ala's confirmation." [�Cure for
depression� by Shaykh Yunus Patel]

Islam is a complete way of life and offers a real solution to every problem. Here are some steps one may take to cure depression and laziness,insha Allah.

Love of Allah:
The human heart is the center of emotions and feelings. It dictates what it desires and works in collaboration with mind to act as a platform of good or evil. The human heart also has hidden treasures of matchless jewels. If found and applied, we can become beloved of Allah. Imagine a
believer (sister) who always remembers and seeks help from her Creator, praises Allah by her tongue, in her heart, expresses gratitude for His bounties, is patient in hardships. She supplicates in all earnestness and
always has good intentions.

Our real love should be for Allah. We love someone due to beauty and excellence, perfectness in knowledge and generosity, loving and caring treatment for us. If we look around and think about the blessings Almighty Allah is showering on us, we will love Him.
May Allah assist you, Ameen.


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Horoscope

a. I was wondering if it was haram to read your daily horoscope and believe what it tells you? What about quizzes and games that predict your future?
Is it bad to be superstitious?

b. while i was on a trip with my mother it happened to meet a fortune teller.he was calling people to see the fortune.actually we didn't go to him because its prohibiden. But while me and mother passing him he saw us and he just told to my mother that she speaks like loudspeaker(speaking loudly) and she will suffer from her one child. actually my mother speaks loudly.but now actually she worried about my brother.because he is unemployed.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

Allah says in the holy Quran, "Pursue not that which you have no knowledge of" (soorah Israa,verse 36)

The Prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) 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 (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) 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 . 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 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 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 (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam), follow his commands and stay away from his prohibitions, we will attain great happiness and success, insha-Allah


And Allah knows best.

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Problems in life after Divorce

My husband n I faced some problems, he was doing unislamic actions which I disapproved of n he said it was because he was unhappy. We separated first and didn get an opportunity to resolve this matter, bedore he gave me 3talaaqs.
I am completely shattered n broken because I wanted to have our marriage move forward.
I can't face life anymore because I loved him n he really broke me when he divorced me.
Will I be punished for this divorce?
I feel very guilty n I can't move on with my life, I feel that life is too much to bear.
I do as much ibaadat as I can, but I still feel miserable with myself, n have alot of regret, is there something I can read for this?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us every day. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in
the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah.

Let�s view and ponder over this chart of good deeds
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Convert_Time2Gold.pdf
Every particle of the universe will be left behind, but every deed of a human being will be lifted for the life hereafter! Strong faith and good deeds bring peace and comfort in this life, peace in the grave and gardens
of Paradise in the hereafter. When people forget the purpose of life, many of them terminate their lives without hope. When the human being realizes the purpose of life, an ordinary person can become a means of spreading guidance to hundreds of thousands of people. There are diamonds, gold,
silver and pearls to be discovered inside human heart.

Paradise is a reality � with rivers of milk and honey, palaces of gold and silver, delicious food and fruits, beautiful spouse, always happy, always young, always healthy � a great kingdom for ever and ever for an unending
enjoyment and bliss. Compete with each other to strengthen faith and excel in good deeds and hasten to seize every fleeting moment and turn into gold by a productive activity; sow seeds today to reap a rich harvest tomorrow
and rush at the available opportunity before it is lost for good.

Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful. Allah loves us more than seventy mothers do. Difficulties and trials can become a means of raising our status and earn countless reward. Allah says in the Qur�an: (interpretation of the meaning):

�..Truly the steadfast will be paid their recompense without
limit�[Az-Zumar, 10].

Abu Saeed Al-Khudri and Abu Hurairah (RA) narrate that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: Whenever a Muslim faces fatigue, illness, worry, grief, hurt and sorrow, even gets pricked by a thorn, Allah in lieu of his sufferings removes his sins.� (Bukhari)

"Our anxieties, depression and worries are all created because we first make the decisions and then expect Allah Ta'ala to conform; whereas what we plan and decide is subject to Allah Ta'ala's confirmation." [�Cure for
depression� by Shaykh Yunus Patel]

Islam is a complete way of life and offers a real solution to every problem. Here are some steps one may take to cure depression and laziness, insha Allah.

Love of Allah:
--------------------
The human heart is the center of emotions and feelings. It dictates what it desires and works in collaboration with mind to act as a platform of good or evil. The human heart also has hidden treasures of matchless jewels. If found and applied, we can become beloved of Allah. Imagine a
believer (sister) who always remembers and seeks help from her Creator, praises Allah by her tongue, in her heart, expresses gratitude for His bounties, is patient in hardships. She supplicates in all earnestness and
always has good intentions.

Our real love should be for Allah. We love someone due to beauty and excellence, perfectness in knowledge and generosity, loving and caring treatment for us. If we look around and think about the blessings Almighty Allah is showering on us, we will love Him.

He is Allah, besides him there is no god, the All-Knower of the unseen and the seen. He is the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful. He is Allah, besides him there is no god, the King, the Holy, the One Free from all defects, the Giver of security, the Watcher over His creatures, the
All-Mighty, the Compeller, the Supreme. Glory be to Allah! (High is He) above all that they associate as partners with Him. He is Allah, the Creator, the Inventor of all things, the Bestower of forms. To Him belong the Best Names. All that is in the heavens and the earth glorify Him. And
He is the All-Mighty, the All-Wise.[Al-Qur�an, 59: 22-24]
Tau�bah (Repentance):

Depression is caused by displeasing Almighty Allah. When a person transgresses the Laws of Allah, he/she is inflicted with various types of harms such as depression. It is for this reason Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) said Who ever makes Istighfaar in abundance, Allah will
make a way out for him from every difficulty, free him from depression and anxiety and Allah will grant him sustenance from avenues he will not imagine.

�Why should Allah punish you if you have thanked (Him) and have believed in Him. And Allah is Ever All Appreciative (of good), All Knowing.�
[An-Nisa 147]

Here is an excellent article on "Tawba & Istaghfaar � Repentance and seeking forgiveness"
http://www.islameasy.org/K202_Tawba.php

Therefore, the depressed person should repent for the past and turn his/her attention to Allah. Focus on pleasing Allah by fulfilling all His commands and He will grant you ease, peace and satisfaction of the heart, mind and soul. In the Zikr (obedience) of Allah is complete tranquility
and peace. Allah is the controller of all situations. If a person is in any difficulty, Allah is the only being that would assist him in coming out of that difficulty. Therefore, turn to Allah and He will take care of all your problems and misfortunes.

Emaan and righteous deeds:
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�Whoever works righteousness � whether male or female � while he (or she) is a true believer , verily, to him We will give a good life (in this world with respect, contentment and lawful provision), and We shall pay
them certainly a reward in proportion to the best of what they used to do (i.e. Paradise in the Hereafter)� (al- Nahl 16:97 )

Allaah tells us and promises us that whoever combines faith with righteous deeds will have a go

And Allah knows best.

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Husband in difficulty

what dua I can pray for my husband he has been setenced to prison - his first apeal was rejected and second is being procesd. we have a 1 year old son and I realy want him home. and he has changd we both have mashallah we pray our
5 namaz and try to be good Muslims so can you please tell me what I can pray like a dua or surah please.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan,forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

You may seek help of Allah through Salaatul Haajah. Please check on the main page for the method of performing it.

http://Islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
The prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) 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 (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) 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)

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.

[Editor's note:
Review the following Dua from our site main page.

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Ease_Difficulties2.doc ]

And Allah knows best.

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Husband involved with sins

a. Mine is a love marraige, married 9years back both of us love each other but due to some or the other reasons i could not satisfy my husband n now my husband has lost interest in me wht shuld b done?

2 he is now looking for a lady who is already in a nikah with other man watches her all the time n wants me to leave both of them alone suggest some dua - i m depressed n lost.

b.
my husband drinks and going out 2 see dancing ..,hes is not talking 2 me about any thing we r living like stranger i do my best 2 save my marriage bt now its 2much. we have 3 kids togather also he is using vry bad language ..pls help wht 2 do i dont want 2 live with him any more..
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony!

Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. Due to the influence of Shaytaan, bad desires and environment outside and inside the home, sometimes a married man starts making an affair with a non-Mahram woman
and may lose interest in his own wife at home. This article discusses some causes of this problem and a few suggestions for the wife to re-gain her husband�s love.

At the time of concern and tension in domestic affairs,
review your life pattern to see in how many ways you can improve yourselves.

Protection of eyes:
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This is one of the biggest concerns in the Ummah today, affecting both the young an old. The outside environment (streets, markets, workplaces, social events) and
media inside homes (TV, magazines, internet) and filled with opportunities to look at non-Mahram faces. If someone does not protect the eyes and looks with lust and desires, his heart may be occupied with dozens of beautiful faces and may easily forget his own wife.

Disrespect and quarrels at home:
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Even if the wife is sincere in her heart, sometimes abusing the tongue on domestic issues may lead the husband to feel disrespected. If the wife does not treat the husband well, he may find more peace talking to strange women outside
home. Usually the people outside home (for example, at the markets and social events) appear more polite, courteous and keeping a soft and sweet-tone. This is a �big competition� for the spouse at home to surpass the loving and admiring attitude experienced in the outside world!

Suggestions for Happy Marraige
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Kindly review our advice on Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home at

http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

Manners and protection of tongue:
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From our elders we have learned that the best method to increase the love between the husband and the wife
is to obtain great morals and etiquettes and to guard our tongue. By doing both of those, one will be able to attract your spouse into a never ending love. Please review the following article:

http://islameasy.org/K213_Tongue_protection.php

List of husband�s likes and dislikes:
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Living closely for a period of time, the wife knows the secrets of do�s and don�ts which pleases the husband. At the time of difficulty and concern, when the husband is not behaving well, extra precaution should be taken and a
�selfless� attitude is needed to win his heart.

Looking for rights or love?
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�Do not go by the book of �My Rights�. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she
goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.� (Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)

A warm-welcome of the husband:
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When the husband enters home and looks at the wife with love and mercy and wife also looks at the husband with love
and mercy, Allah looks at both of them with mercy. Entering and leaving home with Salam and Du�a keeps the Shaytaan away. The wife at home should decorate herself for the husband when he arrives home and meet with him cheerfully. On the other hand, when a woman goes out of her home (for
example, for a social event), she should wear simple and modest clothing and observe complete Hijaab in front of non-Mahram. In practice, this is not followed in today�s society which opens the door of issues.

Virtues of good deeds:
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Imagine a pious wife making Du�a for his husband after every Salah: May Allah make him a pious man! May Allah
bless him with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! May Allah accept all his good deeds and keep Shaytaan away from him!

Pray Salat-ul-Hajat and Istekhara before making important decisions. See the main page at
http://islameasy.org/

Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your spouse.

Increase time for Du�a, especially if you could wake up during the last part of night. Here is a startup script and examples of Dua:

Dua from the Core of Heart
http://islameasy.org/pdf/Duae_Walihana.pdf

Munajaat-e-Maqbool
http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php

Environment of pious people:
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Find a pious Shaykh near your area and encourage the husband to attend his programs with intention to acquire the love of Allah Almighty. Listen to lectures and read books on pious husband and wife. Read books of virtues
(like Muntakhab Ahadith, Riyadus-Saliheen) with your family for 5-10 minutes every evening. Request the husband to
bring some Islamic books of good deeds, Du�a and zikr for the family. If there is a gathering for Taleem (Islamic knowledge to increase faith and good deeds) encourage your spouse to attend. Your masjid Imam and community may help you find such programs. Only Allah knows what is
beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful. May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! Ameen!

Recommended Readings for wife:
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The Rights of Husband by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar
http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/the-rights-of-husband

The Rights of a Husband and his Status by Shaykh Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani *Discourses on Islamic Way of Life volume-2, Darul-Ishaat,Karachi,Pakistan
(translation of Islahi Khutbaat, translated by Iqbal Hussain Ansari)

Recommended Readings for Husband:
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The Righ

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Dua for self-confidence

q.1. what dua can i read to become more social?
q.2. what dua can i read to understand and grasp math as well as other concepts really fast?
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May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!
Kindly review the following articles:

Purpose of Life
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Purpose_of_Life_flyer.pdf

Dua from the Qur'an
http://islameasy.org/Dua_from_Quran.php

A gift for the Daughters of the Ummah � (topics on Purity and Tahara, what every Muslim sister should know)
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Tuhfatul_Banaat.pdf

For your studies, you may recite the following duas:

1) Rabbi zidni ilma

2) Rabbish rahli sadri wa yassirli amri wahlul uqdatam milisaani yafqhu qawli

3) Rabbi yassir wa la tuassir wa tammim bil khair
May Allah make it easy for you.


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Hifz Quran in old age

I know It's a sin to forget what I have memorized, I memorized more then half of the Qur'aan before & stopped for some reason and then I went through a dilemma, my memory is worse then ever...but I really badly want to be able to re-memorize what I had before...would I be able to do so with my memory problems? another problem is that there aren't many sisters here who help teach the memorization of Qur'aan as I just want to learn it from a sister, what can I do? do you have any tips on memorizing the Qur'aan whilst working full-time with days off on saturdays and sundays?or self-memorization tips? It would be really helpful sister & I'm really looking forward to your reply!
JazakAllah khair
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May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!
We are really sorry to hear about your situation.

You can request some sister to listen to your memorized lessons on a daily basis. In case if you don�t find a hafiza, she can still listen by looking at Quran.

A sister teacher can listen to Quran on phone as well, even from the other side of the world!

Give your best time (morning or evening) to revise some verses or pages of Quran, listen to the tape of a Qari like Imam-e-Kaa�ba.

Allah has blessed your heart with Quran the first time, and He accepts Taubah and noble efforts of human being.

Read these Dua everyday:
�Rabbi zidni ilma�
and
�Rabbish rahli sadri wa yassirli amri wahlul uqdatam milisaani yafqhu qawli �

Recite Isteghfar, make Taubah from any sins and shortcomings in life (make a list of any sins and doubtful things and try to remove them from your life)

Prayer and Du�a - Strong connection with Allah
http://islameasy.org/index.php

Here is a beautiful Dua script:
http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php

May Allah make it easy for you, Ameen.


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Istekhara for Marriage

i had been commited to a boy i know that islamically it is wrong to have done something like this. recently the boy sent a proposal at my home my family had issues with the boys family and they rejected the proposal. i had been really distressed due to this so my mom decided to do istikhara and it came negative. the boy also did the istikhara and it came positive on his side.and i know for sure that non of them are lying. i wanted to ask whether it is possible that istikhara can come different on the boy
and girl side? i am extremely emotionally attached to that person and i feel that my survival or happiness will be impossible without him. i would appreciate it if you help me in making a right decision
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

Yes Sister, this is possible. I would advise you to do istikhara for at least seven continues days and ask a scholar who can interpret your dream.
May Allah make it easy for you


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Dua for baby

Dua 2 read 2 get baby boy? now am 5 months pregnant.(2)aftr four yrs am pregnant am so confused wether I need a boy or girl. am thankful to Allah subhanwatallah for making me pregnant.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

The first thing to do is read 2 rakaah of Salaat-of-Shukr, thank Allah for this great blessing of conceiving a child. Allah in his infinite wisdom knows when to give a blessing and when to hold it back, and as his servants we are completely satisfied with his decisions.

If we look into the lives of the prophets, Zakariya A.S and Ibraheem A.S,we find that they spent most of their lives without children, Allah granted them offspring in their old-age. Yet they were the chosen servants of Allah who spent their lives in total obedience of Allah , and
exceptional humility. Their lives are an example for us to follow. Allah has accepted your dua and you have conceived a child, Alhamdulilaah.

The only one that can grant protection to that child is ALLAH. Make dua daily and ask Allah to remove all difficulties and bring your child into this world in good health.

Also, it would be helpful if your husband could recite the following:

Al-Mubdi (THE ORIGINATOR)

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

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

May Allah grant you pious offspring, who are the coolness of your eyes.Aamin.


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Taubah and Tahajjud

how to perform those salats at night that you can repeant and ask allah for things.
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Assalaamu 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.

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

Seeking Forgiveness (Tau'bah)
http://islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php


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Wazifah for Marriage proposal

Wazifah for Marriage proposal
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan,forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

The best way to request anything from Allah ta'la is to make dua for it after every ibadat.

We would advise her to recite soorah Yaasin 3 times daily, after which she should make dua to Allah for her 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, she will find a suitable partner. May Allah make it easy for you, Ameen


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Dream seeing the Prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam)

i have dreams mentioning the name of the prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam),i also had a dream that the prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) came to my house but i saw the prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) in a vision please can you tell me what this means.thankyou
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan,forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

He (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said; �One who sees me in a dream, it is as if he has truly seen me, for Satan cannot impersonate me.� He (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) also has said; �One who sees me in a dream will not enter the fire of hell.�

Muslim scholars differ in opinion about the meaning of seeing Allah's Prophet Muhammad (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) in a dream. Ibn Seerin used to ask someone who tells of such a dream to describe the Prophet, (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam). If any of the details did not fit his description, reply was; �You have not seen him.� Asim Bin
Kulayb once said; �I related to Ibn Abbas, Allah bless his soul and that of his father, that I saw Allah's Prophet Muhammad (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) in a dream. Ibn Abbas replied; �Describe him to me.� Asim Bin Kulayb added; �I described him as resembling Al-Hassan son of Ali, upon both of them be peace.� Ibn Abbas replied; �Indeed you have seen him.�
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Aqiqah

a.
Allah give us nice healthy baby boy and am not working and my husband get laid off, if i do aqika late its ok or not because right now we have little hard time in finincaily, if i do late aqkika its acceptable or no.

b.
My son is 5th month old, can i perform his Aqeeqah in his 5th month. He was born on sunday, can i do it on saturday?

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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

Yes Sister, you can do it later.

May Allah make it easy for you, Ameen.


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Miscarriage

I am a newly wed. I am also a new comer to Islam i still have much to learn. My question is about miscarriage. My husband and I have already lost 2 children. I am a healthy person and the doctors have yet to find anything wrong with me. I am now pregnant for the 3rd time and would like to know if there is a special prayer i can say to ask ALLAH to help me keep this one and to perhaps strengthen my womb for the future and for
now.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan,forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

The first thing to do is read 2 rakaah of Salaat-of-Shukr, thank Allah for this great blessing of conceiving a child. Allah in his infinite wisdom knows when to give a blessing and when to hold it back, and as his servants we are completely satisfied with his decisions.

If we look into the lives of the prophets, Zakariya A.S and Ibraheem A.S, we find that they spent most of their lives without children, Allah granted them offspring in their old-age. Yet they were the chosen servants of Allah who spent their lives in total obedience of Allah , and
exceptional humility. Their lives are an example for us to follow. Allah has accepted your dua and you have conceived a child, Alhamdulilaah.

The only person that can grant protection to that child is ALLAH. Make dua daily and ask Allah to remove all difficulties and bring your child into this world in good health.

Also, it would be helpful if your husband could recite the following:

Al-Mubdi (THE ORIGINATOR)

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

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



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Dua for Deceased

what are the prayers offered for a dead person e.g. husband and father?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan,forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

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.


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Istehaza

My regular period last for 7 days but this time it only lasted for 3 days and i noticed the white colouless fluid, am i to perform gusl immediately the blood stops or wait till after the regular 7 days?

Can you please inform me when can a woman start praying salaah after menstruation.

When the menstruation is coming to an end, i.e., when there is spotting (the spotting will be noticed when one cleans herself with a tissue, there would be brown spotting/stain) can one bath and pray salaah in this state
or do we have to wait until there is no stain in order to become clean and pray salaah. The spotting usually last for about a day or two.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Imaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

Sister, you will have to wait till you have only white/off white discharge.

There is no maximum limit for tahir (paak) time between two menses however, the minimum period of haiz (periods) is three days and three nights and the maximum period is ten days and ten nights. Blood which flows for less than three days and three nights is not haiz but it is referred to as istehaaza (flowing of the blood out of the normal period).
This happens on account of some sickness or weakness of the body. If blood flows for more than ten days and then nights then all those days beyond ten days will be regarded as istehaaza.

The rule in regards to istehaaza is the same as for the one whose nose bleeds continuously. Such a woman should offer her salaat, fast, and should not leave out these. It is also permissible to have sexual relation with her husband.

A person who is facing istehaaza undergoes the same proceedure as a mazur. This woman is to make wudu at the time of every salaat. As long as that salaat time remains her wudu will remain, she can read the salaat of that
time and read Quran just as anyone else. However, if apart from this bleeding some other matter crops up which causes her wudu to break, then her wudu will break and will have to repeat the wudu. (Bahishti Zewar 72,100)



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Online chat for love

Is it haram or a sin to express your love through online chat because we are miles away. I love this guy so much and everyday I am thinking of him, wishing he would marry me someday. Please advice me. Alhamdulillah for your great effort and time
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Respected sister, even if a man is engaged with a woman, he is still a non-Mahram until the actual Nikah is made. Meeting alone, expression love through online chatting or going out with this person is not allowed for her. It is required to observe complete Hijab with him until the Nikah is done.

Islam does not encourage pre-marriage love relationships between a male and female who are non-Mahram to each other. There are limits in Islam regarding love relationships before marriage. Please read more in this article:

Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php

You may read 2 Rakah of Nafl Salah, with intention of Taubah and Salatul Hajat. This is performed like any other Salaah. After the Salaah, you should recite the following Dua. You may print these pages from web and recite from printed pages or from computer after the Salaah. It is not
required to memorize these Dua or read it inside Salaah.

Taubah (from any act of disobedience and sins)
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/47.htm

Salat-ul Hajat
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

(Ask Allah to ease difficulty, clean the heart to focus on good deeds. Also ask Allah to show you if that person is really sincere to you or not).

A religious person is better for both this life and hereafter. 'Religious' does not mean who prays and fast only - the definition is 'who abstains from all sins' - this includes our dailiy life, food, finances, dress, full hijab and Niqab, manners and purification of heart - read the article and Khutbah on our site and listen to leactures ..
inshaAllah your knowledge will increase.

Make your choice for Taqwa(piety), beauty of Seerah instead of just looking for the apparent beauty.


You may study the following books and articles:

Cure for depression by Shaykh Yunus Patel
http://islameasy.org/pdf/Cure_for_Depression.pdf

Easy Road to Paradise - Golden deeds that lead to success - extracted from a booklet in Urdu �Jannat ka Asan Rasta� by Shaykh Mufti Mohammad Rafi Uthmani.
http://www.islameasy.org/EasyRoad_Paradise.php]

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

Why is Hijab necessary?
http://islameasy.org/hijab.php

May Allah assist you and make it easy for you, Amin.


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Rewards for Hijab

a. What are the rewards of wearing the niqab/hijab in the akhirah? What are the benefits of wearing the niqab/hijab?

b. I would like to do hijab but do not feel one hundred per cent ready to do this just yet. However, I pray five times a day and am working to make myself stronger and firmer in faith. Is there anything I can recite to help me?

C. Can old women wear niqab if they want to? did the wives of the Prophet(Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam) use to wear niqab when they were old?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!


You have asked a question which is a very important part of our lives as Muslim women. We will try to answer it as simply as possible,Insha-Allah.

Allah says in Surah Ahzaab, verse 59 "Oh Prophet! tell your wives and daughters and the believing women, that they should cast their outer garments (Jalaabeeb) over them, that is likelier that they be known and not harmed/annoyed......"

In order to understand a word in any language, we have to ask the experts of that language. The root word of "jalaabeeb" is "jalbab", which is used for things which cover completely.

Example: the darkness of night. When the darkness of night comes, there is no corner left which is bright, everything becomes covered in darkness. In the same way, jalbab is the garment that covers a woman from head to toe, with nothing left open. (Lisanul Arab,V 1 - Al muhalla V 3).


We will now quote the sahaaba (R.A) who have explained the jalbab to us so clearly, that theres no room for confusion anymore. Ibne Abaas (R.A.) says under the explanation of the above verse "Allah commanded Muslim women to pull this sheet on top of them, to cover their bodies, except one eye,
when it is necessary for them to come out of their homes."

Imam Mohammed ibn Seereen says," I asked Ubaidullah Salmani RA the meaning of this verse and how the jalbab was used, he demonstrated it to me, by pulling a sheet of cloth over his head to cover his body, leaving only one eye uncovered."

It should be remembered that the sahaaba/ companions of the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam were the ones who witnessed the Qur'an being revealed, they witnessed how the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam practiced on the verses revealed, who can give us better insight into following the Qur'an than the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam and his
sahaaba?

And what about the wives of the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam who are our role-models, how did they follow the verses of Quran? Aisha (R.A.) was the wife of Nabi Sallallahu alaihi wasallam. Once, she was left
behind by the caravan while returning from a journey. When she realized this, she thought it best to remain exactly where she was, the prophet Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam will soon realize she is not with them and come back for her. A few miles behind this caravan was a sahaabi, Safwan
bin Mu'atal (R.A.), his job was to travel behind the caravan and pick up anything left behind. As he came closer, he noticed someone sleeping, when he realized it was Aisha (R.A.) he said loudly, innaa lilaahi wa innaa
ilayhi raajioon, upon hearing his voice, Aisha (R.A.) says I got up from my sleep and immediately covered my face with my shawl. Safwan RA recognized her because he had seen her before the verses of hijaab were revealed. But since the verses had been revealed, she now covered her face.

Alhamdolilaah, all praise is due to Allah, who has made Islam so perfect and just, that there is no difference between how we practice on it and how the wives of a prophet practiced on it. There is no different rulings
for different people. Every Muslim/ Muslimah is the same, the only difference is in taq'wa.

There are so many Aayaat and Ahaadith on this subject, that books have been written in great detail on it. We would like to end by saying that if covering the face was not necessary, just an option for women to choose from, then the other aayaat of hijaab wouldn't make sense. For example:

1. If women were free to uncover the face, why does Allah ask the men and women not to look at each other and lower their gazes. (Surah Noor)?

How will we follow this command of Allah? If covering the face is not necessary, then neither should lowering the gaze.

2. If it was permissible to uncover the face, then why do we need permission before entering someone's home?
"Oh you who believe! enter not houses other than your own, until you have asked permission...." (Surah Noor)
This aayah is guarding the females of the home so that they are not looked upon by strange men.

3. Allah commands the women "... and make not a dazzling display (of yourselves), like the former times of ignorance...." (Surah Ahzaab) and also "...And tell the believing women that they lower their gaze and guard
their modesty and not display their beauty....." (Surah Noor).
Is the face not part of the beauty of a woman? In fact, it is a focal point of her beauty. I came across a survey last year which was conducted amongst the men. They were asked as to which parts of a female would first get their attention. 80% of them replied her face, eyes and lips would
attract them first, followed by her body.

4. Why would Allah command the men to ask for any need from behind a curtain? (Surah Ahzaab)
If a woman can uncover her face then why not just ask her face to face?

5. If a woman's face is showing then a man would not be captured by her voice on first impulse. But when a woman's face and body are concealed, Allah has further commanded her not to be complacent/sweet in her speech with the males. (Surah Ahzaab)

Allah has made all these rules for the betterment of mankind, not to make us upset or miserable. Parents make rules and regulations in their homes because of the love they have for their children. If someone says that a
mother disciplines her child because of hatred or misery, we would say that its absurd. Similiarly, Allah knows what is best for us while our knowledge is limited. Our success lies in following the Quran and the Sunnah of our Rasool Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam. We hope that this answers your question. For further detailed reading we would recommend the book "HIJAB"
(http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php) by Dr. Mohammed Ismail Memon Madani. There isn't

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To control anger � to learn quickly

I am a student who has just started �. help me further in this matter in order to increase my concentration.
Whenever I learn, either i am distracted or i am forgetting things.
Secondly, I am a very short-tempered person. I get furious easily and then i hurt myself. I want to end that. Please provide me a bright sign. May Allah bless you.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

We make Dua that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen.

To control anger:
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Recite �Auzo Billah��, Keep long silence, control your tounge and do not say anything negative without thinking a lot about its bad affects. Make Wudu when in anger, listen to some lecture or read some articles on Islam. Take extra time for Zikr, Tilawat and Dua daily.

The human life is all about controlling desires and protecting from the traps of Nafs (self) and Shaytan. This is a temporary life where desires and feeling may not be fulfilled completely - the place for enjoyment and desires is Jannah. This life is all about responsibilities, fulfilling others rights, forgiving others and following the commands of Allah and Sunnah.


To increase knowledge:
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Recite Isteghfar, make Taubah from any sins and shortcomings in life (make a list of any sins and doubtful things and try to remove them from your life)

Prayer and Du�a - Strong connection with Allah
http://islameasy.org/index.php

Recite the Dua:
"Rabbi zidni ilma"
and
"Rabbish rahli sadri wa yassirli amri wahlul uqdatam
milisaani yafqhu qawli"

you can also recite

"Rabbi yassir wa la tuassir wa tammim bil khair"

and Salaatul Haajah:
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It is narrated by Abdullah bin Obi owfaa RA that the Messenger of Allah said "Who ever has a need from Allah, or in relation to man, he should perform wudu in a complete and beautiful way, then offer 2 rakaahs of
salah. He should then praise Allah and send Salawaat (durood) upon Nabi sallallahu alaihi wa sallam and then say:

"Laa ilaaha illallaahul haleemul kareem-subhaanallahi rabbil arshil azeem-wal hamdulilaahi rabbil aalameen -as aluka moojibaati rahmatik-wa azaaima maghfiratik-wal ghaneemata min kulli birr- was salaamati min kulli
ithm- laa tada' lanaa dhamban illaa ghafartah-walaa hamman illaa farrajtah-walaa haajatan hiya laka ridan illaa qadaytahaa -yaa arhamar rawhimeen" (Ibne Maajah-Tirmizi)

We learn from the Qur�an and Sunnah that we should engage in Salaah for all our needs. The best time of offering optional prayers is in the last portion of the night, when the entire creation is in sleep and in a state
of neglect, this is a great time to earn the help and pleasure of Allah. If one is unable to do this, he/she may offer salaah at any other time, (aside from the makrooh times)

You can also recite Hasbunallahu wa nimal wakeel many times every day.

[editor's note:
We have added new Urdu lectures on Dua, Zikr and how to achieve success.]

http://islameasy.org/tab-weekly-taleem.html


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Disobedient Children

a.
My sister has very disobedient grown up children. They refuse to listen to her and will only do as they want. She worries and is in deep depression, fearing their disobedience and foul language all the time. Is there anything she can read to get them to be God fearing and turning towards deen and Allah and parents?

b.
my son is not intrested in praying salaah,, i always have to tell me its time to read, hes always moody, doesnt listen, can u please help me, he is in his last year in school, what can i read for dua for him, so he will read namaz and for his exams, he never listen to me.

c.
older [daughter] one is having the behavior problem, when i talk to her she answers with attitude and not listen to me and her father. She always goes outside and spends time with friends and said �I dont believe any religion, and so many things like that. I m so worried about her. please tell me any dua for her, so she can come on straight path. Jazakalahah khair.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan,forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

Sister, I totally understand your situation, you may seek help of Allah through Salaatul Haajah. Please check on the main page for the method of performing it.

http://Islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php


I know that you are obliged to discipline the children for their errors, of course they will make mistakes and we will guide them from time to time. If you really wants them to be obedient and disciplined, the best thing for that is to have daily Taleem from the book of �Fazaail-e-Amaal�. Insha Allah in few days you will see a change in them. Daily reading a book of Hadith on good deeds helps in this situation.

You may also read a chapter of Muntakhab Ahadith to your family for 10 minutes together. Then make Dua.

Make an effort to remove any bad literature, digests, TV, pictures and movies from your home. Such things only take the Ummah to a path of immodesty and bad desires.

Kindly review these articles:
Virtues of Prayers (Salah)
http://islameasy.org/pdf/Prayers_Salah.pdf

Virtues of Knowledge
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/MA_Virtues_Ilm.pdf

Virtues of the noble Qur'an
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/MA_Virtues_Quran.pdf
May Allah make her coolness of your eyes. Ameen.

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

How should Every Muslim live through day and night?
http://www.islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php

Prayer and Du�a - Strong connection with Allah
http://islameasy.org/index.php

Urdu lectures on Dua, Zikr and how to achieve success.
http://islameasy.org/tab-weekly-taleem.html


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Haram money

I have used many haraam ways of earning money but now i want to ask for forgiveness. how do i do it?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Method of making Tau�bah:

One should make sincere tau�bah to Allah for one's sins. The requisites of tau�bah are the following:
1. To immediately abstain from the sin.
2. To regret and wish one had never indulged in the sin.
3. To resolve to never commit the sin again.

4. If one have violated the rights of another person it is necessary to seek forgiveness from that person.

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Tau�bah (Seeking Forgiveness)
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Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the all-Merciful and all-Forgiving, declares in the Holy Qur�an:

�Say: O My slaves who have transgressed against themselves (by committing evil deeds and sins)! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah, verily Allah forgives all sins. Truly, He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.� [Qur�an 39:53

It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to rectify ourselves by turning to Him and begging for His forgiveness. Our mountains of evil deeds are nothing
before the vast ocean of the mercy of Allah.

Abu Dhar RadiyAllahu `anhu reports that Rasulullah Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam in a Hadith Qudsi (a hadith in which the Blessed Prophet s quotes Allah) said: �Indeed Allah the Almighty and Majestic says:

�O My slave! Verily, as long as you worship Me and have hope in Me, I shall forgive you for what you have done; O My slave! If you meet Me with an earthful of sins, but do not associate any partner with Me, I would
grant you a forgiveness as great as the whole world.� (Musnad Ahmad)

Committing sins may make you sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed with yourself. But if you return to Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive you. There is no other door to knock
to solve our issues. None can forgive sins except Him. He calls us to the abode of peace (Paradise); He is the Almighty who hides our faults and He alone can replace our bad deeds with good deeds.

The door of repentance is always open for a person until he dies or until the sun rises from the west, whichever comes first. When something is a necessity Allah provides it in abundance like air and water. Since we are always sinful and negligent of Allah and Satan and the self are always
inciting us towards evil, therefore tau�bah is provided in abundance so we can turn back to Allah.

Allah has created a solution to every sickness even if it may be the poison of a snake. Satan and sins are a major sickness and the cure for it is in tau�bah and istighfar, crying in front of Allah with deep regret in the heart.

Whenever our tau�bah breaks we should make tau�bah again. Some people despair and think they are sinners and will go to Hellfire. Tau�bah is so powerful that it can take a person from the lowest levels of Hellfire and raise him to the highest levels of Paradise.

Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the Lord of Mercy, puts mercy in the hearts of every mother in the world by which they love and care for their children. We make mistakes but Allah overlooks our faults. Our worship and good deeds are not perfect but Allah accepts them and multiplies the reward.

Kindly study these articles.

The importance of Taubah:
http://islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php

[Editor's note: You should consult with a Mufti on the fatawas related to Haram income]

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Husband interested in other woman

I got married recently 3 months ago, but on the night of wedding i got to know from husband that my husband loves an elder woman whose age is 40yrs. since that time am totally broken and leading a very depressed life, unable to concentrate in any thing and am unable to come closer to my husband to start my life please help me out what to do?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. Due to the influence of Shaytaan, bad desires and environment outside and inside the home,
sometimes a married man starts making an affair with a non-Mahram woman and may lose interest in his own wife at home. This article discusses some causes of this problem and a few suggestions for the wife to re-gain her husband�s love.

At the time of concern and tension in domestic affairs,
review your life pattern to see in how many ways you can improve yourselves.

Protection of eyes:
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This is one of the biggest concerns in the Ummah today, affecting both the young an old. The outside environment (streets, markets, workplaces, social events) and
media inside homes (TV, magazines, internet) and filled with opportunities to look at non-Mahram faces. If someone does not protect the eyes and looks with lust and desires, his heart may be occupied with dozens of beautiful faces and may easily forget his own wife.

Disrespect and quarrels at home:
--------------------------------

Even if the wife is sincere in her heart, sometimes abusing the tongue on domestic issues may lead the husband to feel disrespected. If the wife does not treat the husband well, he may find more peace talking to strange women outside
home. Usually the people outside home (for example, at the markets and social events) appear more polite, courteous and keeping a soft and sweet-tone. This is a �big competition� for the spouse at home to surpass the loving and admiring attitude experienced in the outside world!

Suggestions for Happy Marraige
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Kindly review our advice on Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home at

http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

Manners and protection of tongue:
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From our elders we have learned that the best method to increase the love between the husband and the wife
is to obtain great morals and etiquettes and to guard our tongue. By doing both of those, one will be able to attract your spouse into a never ending love. Please review the following article:

http://islameasy.org/K213_Tongue_protection.php

List of husband�s likes and dislikes:
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Living closely for a period of time, the wife knows the secrets of do�s and don�ts which pleases the husband. At the time of difficulty and concern, when the husband is not behaving well, extra precaution should be taken and a
�selfless� attitude is needed to win his heart.

Looking for rights or love?
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�Do not go by the book of �My Rights�. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.� (Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)

A warm-welcome of the husband:
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When the husband enters home and looks at the wife with love and mercy and wife also looks at the husband with love
and mercy, Allah looks at both of them with mercy. Entering and leaving home with Salam and Du�a keeps the Shaytaan away. The wife at home should decorate herself for the husband when he arrives home and meet with him cheerfully. On the other hand, when a woman goes out of her home (for
example, for a social event), she should wear simple and modest clothing and observe complete Hijaab in front of non-Mahram. In practice, this is not followed in today�s society which opens the door of issues.

Virtues of good deeds:
----------------------

Imagine a pious wife making Du�a for his husband after every Salah: May Allah make him a pious man! May Allah
bless him with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! May Allah accept all his good deeds and keep Shaytaan away from him!

Pray Salat-ul-Hajat and Istekhara before making important decisions. See the main page at
http://islameasy.org/

Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your spouse.

Increase time for Du�a, especially if you could wake up during the last part of night. Here is a startup script and examples of Dua:

Dua from the Core of Heart
http://islameasy.org/pdf/Duae_Walihana.pdf

Munajaat-e-Maqbool
http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php

Environment of pious people:
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Find a pious Shaykh near your area and encourage the husband to attend his programs with intention to acquire the love of Allah Almighty. Listen to lectures and read books on pious husband and wife. Read books of virtues (like Muntakhab Ahadith, Riyadus-Saliheen) with your family for 5-10 minutes every evening. Request the husband to
bring some Islamic books of good deeds, Du�a and zikr for the family. If there is a gathering for Taleem (Islamic knowledge to increase faith and good deeds) encourage your spouse to attend. Your masjid Imam and community may help you find such programs. Only Allah knows what is
beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful. May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! Ameen!

Recommended Readings for wife:
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The Rights of Husband by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar
http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/the-rights-of-husband

The Rights of a Husband and his Status by Shaykh Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani *Discourses on Islamic Way of Life volume-2, Darul-Ishaat, Karachi,Pakistan
(translation of Islahi Khutbaat, translated by Iqbal Hussain Ansari)

Recommended Readings for Husband:
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The Rights of Women by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar
http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/rights-of-women



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Husband not caring

When I says to my husband plz do this work, for example...the carpet of the house is too derty plz wash...he says do duaa...i said this thing is broken, he says do duaa...bring grocery vegitable ....do duaa..i have plot..i said start to make house please collect money ...do duaa...i said first u make niyyat then start effort
movement...then make duaa with patience and salaah..seek allah help....he said to me you are wrong.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

We receive your request with sorrow and grief. May Allah bless your family a peaceful life at home! We turn to Allah and beg for his forgiveness.

Kindly review some of the advices on "Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home" at our main page

http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah �Do not go by the book of �My Rights�. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.

The unfortunate part is that the husband opens the chapter of his rights and the wife opens the chapter of her rights. The parents open the chapter of their rights, and the children, of their rights. The teacher, his rights and the pupils, their rights, and then everyone demands fulfillment
of these rights.

No doubt, rights have been declared so that no person should stop short of their fulfillment, but you cannot have a peaceful society if there is just demand for rights and no fulfillment of corresponding obligations.�

(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)

Ask yourself the reason of your spouse's mistrust. You should always reassure your spouse of your love. If this is due to a mistake in the past, then seek to regain the love and confidence by displaying your love, regret (on the mistake), and make commitment to the marriage. Be ever
cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused the problem.

InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.

You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur�an 30: 21]

Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.

Remember the teaching of the Islam to win the heart:

- Repel evil with good deeds;
- Join relations with the one who cuts it with you;
- Make Salaam to one who does not make Salaam;
- Forgive those who did bad to you;
- Keep politeness in all talk, with respect and love;

Allah says in the Noble Qur�an:
�The good deed and the evil deed cannot be equal. Repel (the evil) with one which is better (i.e. Allah ordered the faithful believers to be patient at the time of anger, and to excuse those who treat them badly), then verily! he, between whom and you there was enmity, (will become) as
though he was a close friend.� [41:34].
�But none is granted it (the above quality) except those who are patient, and none is granted it except the owner of the great portion (of the happiness in the Hereafter i.e. Paradise and in this world of a high moral character). �[41:35].

Read Salaatul Haajaat (Prayer of Need)
http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

Recite the following:

LA ILAHA ILLA ANTA SUBHANAKA INNI KUNTU MINAZ ZALIMEEN
Translation: �None has the right to be worshipped but You (O Allah)),Glorified (and Exalted) are You (above all that (evil) they associate with You). Truly, I have been of the wrong-doers."

LA HAULA WA LA QUWATA ILLA BILLAHIL ALIEL AZEEM
Translation: �There is no strength (to refrain from sins but with the protection from Allah) and there is no power (to accomplish good deeds) but with the help of Allah, the High, the Supreme�

There is a great reward for patience at the time of difficulty. Make lots of Isteghfar and have complete trust in Allah. �Only Allah can solve my Problem, or bless me with something better�.

You should try your best to server your husband with love and respect and request Allah to soften his heart.

Dua:
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Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your spouse.
Make Du�a for your spouse after every Salah:

May Allah give him the ability to make Taubah, stop him from bad deeds and keep Shaitaan away from him! May Allah bless him with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! May Allah make him a pious person, forgive his faults, have mercy
on him, elevate his status, and bless him with piety and generosity�.
Ameen!

Increase time for Du�a, especially if you could wake up during the last part of night. Here is a startup script and example of Dua:

Dua from the Core of Heart http://islameasy.org/pdf/Duae_Walihana.pdf

Munajaat-e-Maqbool http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php

May Allah bless your family a peaceful life at home!

Cure for depression
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Hair removal

Is it permissible in islam to remove hair in legs?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Yes, a women is allowed to remove hair from face (example: upper lips and cheeks), arms, legs etc. but she is not allowed to plug her eyebrows.

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Husband Cheated

My husband has cheated on me twice. The first time I forgave him for our kids sake,
but he did it again, this time I cannot forgive..I have lost all love for him. Im still living with him because my kids love him as a father. Islamically am I doing the right thing, living in a marriage ONLY for the kids sake? I dont want them to suffer because of a messy divorce. So i am sacrificing..
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony, Ameen.
http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php

This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us everyday. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in
the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah.

It is all about controlling desires and protecting from the traps of Nafs (self) and Shaytan. This is a temporary life wher desries and feeling may not be fulfilled completely - the place for enjoyment and desires is Jannah. This life is all about responsibilities, fulfilling others rights
and following the commands of Allah and Sunnah.

Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. Due to the influence of Shaytaan, bad desires and environment outside and inside the home, sometimes a married man starts making an affair with a non-Mahram
woman and may lose interest in his own wife at home. This article discusses some causes of this problem and a few suggestions for the wife to re-gain her husband�s love.
At the time of concern and tension in domestic affairs, review your life pattern to see in how many ways you can improve yourselves.

Suggestions for Happy Marraige
------------------------------
Kindly review our advice on Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony
at Home at http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

Also, you may read 2 Rakah of Nafl Salah, with intention of Salatul Hajat. This is performed like any other Salaah. After the Salaah, you should recite the following Dua. You may print these pages from web and recite fromprinted pages or from computer after the Salaah. It is not required to
memorize these Dua or read it inside Salaah.

Salat-ul Hajat:
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

Please note that whether you love him or not, if you want to make Allah happy, you need to keep your husband happy. Masha Allah, by not asking for divorce, you definitely made the right decision. Now think about yourself, when you already decided to live with him why not live a happy
life. Forget what he did, I know it is hard but keep your eyes on the prize i.e. Jannatul Firdaus insha Allah.


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No children

It is five years of our marriage we dont have childreen please could you give some dua that both of us can read for childreen.


Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony, Ameen.

Granting children is the sole decree of Allah Ta'ala. While many people yearn to have children, others grieve the disobedience of their children. Often, we regard something as bad while 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.

Also, you may read 2 Rakah of Nafl Salah, with intention of Salatul Hajat. This is performed like any other Salaah. After the Salaah, you should recite the following Dua. You may print these pages from web and recite fromprinted pages or from computer after the Salaah. It is not required to
memorize these Dua or read it inside Salaah.

Salat-ul Hajat:
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

May Allah make it easy for you, Ameen.


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Cure for Depression

a.
I have a very happy married life with a loving and caring husband and also there is no other serious problem ( Alhamdulilah ) i am facing in my life , in short everything is ok . But, still very little things happening around me make me disturbed ,In simple words i am not satisfied most of the time, one or the other thing causes a discomfort to me. Please help me out and lead me to
an islamic solution for my roblem .

b.
It has been 7 yrs for my marriage. Since 1st year of my marriage my mother in law hate me with passion and my family for no reason. Allah knows best I was never bad to her but she uses bad language, raise finger on my character, use all dirty and bad words for me and my parents. My husband silently listen all these things .., He is such a heartless man ,he has no care , no feeling.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

You may seek help of Allah through Salaatul Haajah. Please check on the main page for the method of performing it.

http://Islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

Remember the teaching of the Islam to win the heart:
� Repel evil with good deeds;
� Join relations with the one who cuts it with you;
� Make Salaam to one who does not make Salaam;
� Forgive those who did bad to you;
� Keep politeness in all talk, with respect and love;

Allah says in the Noble Qur�an:
�The good deed and the evil deed cannot be equal. Repel (the evil) with one which is better (i.e. Allah ordered the
faithful believers to be patient at the time of anger, and to excuse those who treat them badly), then verily! he, between whom and you there was enmity, (will become) as though he was a close friend.� [41:34].
�But none is granted it (the above quality) except those who are patient, and none is granted it except the owner of the great portion (of the happiness in the Hereafter i.e. Paradise and in this world of a high moral character).
�[41:35].

This life is all about controlling desires and protecting from the traps of Nafs (self) and Shaytan. This is a temporary life wher desries and feeling may not be fulfilled completely - the place for enjoyment and desires is Jannah. This life is all about responsibilities, fulfilling others rights and following the commands of Allah and Sunnah.

Daily reading a book of good deeds helps in this situation. You may print a chapter of Muntakhab Ahadith to your family

(http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php) and read with your family for 10 minutes together. then make Dua.

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Emaan.pdf
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Hereafter.pdf

Also kindly review this article:

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

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This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us every day. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in
the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah.

Let�s view and ponder over this chart of good deeds

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Convert_Time2Gold.pdf

Every particle of the universe will be left behind, but every deed of a human being will be lifted for the life hereafter! Strong faith and good deeds bring peace and comfort in this life, peace in the grave and gardens
of Paradise in the hereafter. When people forget the purpose of life, many of them terminate their lives without hope. When the human being realizes the purpose of life, an ordinary person can become a means of spreading
guidance to hundreds of thousands of people. There are diamonds, gold,silver and pearls to be discovered inside human heart.

Paradise is a reality � with rivers of milk and honey, palaces of gold and silver, delicious food and fruits, beautiful spouse, always happy, always young, always healthy � a great kingdom forever and ever for an unending
enjoyment and bliss. Compete with each other to strengthen faith and excel in good deeds and hasten to seize every fleeting moment and turn into gold by a productive activity; sow seeds today to reap a rich harvest tomorrow
and rush at the available opportunity before it is lost for good.

Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful. Allah loves us more than seventy mothers do. Difficulties and trials can become a means of raising our status and earn countless reward. Allah says
in the Qur�an: (interpretation of the meaning):

�..Truly the steadfast will be paid their recompense without
limit�[Az-Zumar, 10].

Abu Saeed Al-Khudri and Abu Hurairah (RA) narrate that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: Whenever a Muslim faces fatigue, illness, worry, grief, hurt and sorrow, even gets pricked by a thorn, Allah in lieu of his sufferings removes his sins.� (Bukhari)

"Our anxieties, depression and worries are all created because we first make the decisions and then expect Allah Ta'ala to conform; whereas what we plan and decide is subject to Allah Ta'ala's confirmation." [�Cure for
depression� by Shaykh Yunus Patel]

Islam is a complete way of life and offers a real solution to every problem. Here are some steps one may take to cure depression and laziness,insha Allah.

Love of Allah:
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The human heart is the center of emotions and feelings. It dictates what it desires and works in collaboration with mind to act as a platform of good or evil. The human heart also has hidden treasures of matchless jewels. If found and applied, we can become beloved of Allah. Imagine a believer (sister) who always remembers and seeks help from her Creator, praises Allah by her tongue, in her heart, expresses gratitude for His bounties, is patient in hardships. She supplicates in all earnestness and
always has good intentions.

Our real love should be for Allah. We love someone due to beauty and excellence, perfectness in knowledge and generosity, loving and caring treatment for us. If we look around and think about the blessings Almighty Allah is showering on us, we will love Him.

He is Allah, besides him there is no god, the All-Knower of the unseen and the seen. He is the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful. He is Allah, besides him there is no god, the King, the Holy, the One Free from all defects, the Giver of security, the Watcher over His creatures, the
All-Mighty, the Compeller, the Supreme. Glory be to Allah! (High is He) above all that they associate as partners with Him. He is Allah, the Creator, the Inventor of all things, the Bestower of forms. To Him belong the Best Names. All that is in the heavens and the earth glorify Him. And
He is the All-Mighty, the All

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Husband not loving

What should I do to be attracted to my husband, I have a feeling he is not very happy with the marriage, he is not very open, hardly communicates his emotions and feelings,never speaks his heart out ..
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong Emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

Sister, I totally understand your situation, you may seek help of Allah through Salaatul Haajah. Please check on the main page for the method of performing it.

http://Islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah �Do not go by the book of �My Rights�. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.

The unfortunate part is that the husband opens the chapter of his rights and the wife opens the chapter of her rights. The parents open the chapter of their rights, and the children, of their rights. The teacher, his rights and the pupils, their rights, and then everyone demands fulfillment
of these rights.

No doubt, rights have been declared so that no person should stop short of their fulfillment, but you cannot have a peaceful society if there is just demand for rights and no fulfillment of corresponding obligations.�

(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South
Africa)

You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur�an 30: 21]

Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.

Kindly review some of the advices on �Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home�
at our main page

http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php


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Bangles after wedding

I just wanted to know if married women have to wear a bangle on each wrist for her husband, as my mother in law says I will get sinned if I don't?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

A wife should decorate herself for her husband. Marriage is a great Sunnah and it is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic.
Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah narrated that the Rasul sallahu alaihi wasallam said,

"If a women prays her five daily prayers,fasts the month of Ramadhaan, guards her chastity and obeys herhusband, it will be said to her, "Enter paradise from whichever of the gates of Paradise you wish"

May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and actions. Ameen!

May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen! Kindly review some of the advices on

�Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home� at

http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php


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Marriage Proposal not coming

I want to get married to this guy. is there any certain dua that would help. If I pray to Allah 5 times a day and that's all I ask for, Is there any special dua I could recite? I have faith in Allah
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

A religious person is better for both this life and hereafter. 'Religious' does not mean who prays and fast only - the definition is 'who abstains from all sins' - this includes our dailiy life, food, finances, dress, full hijab and Niqab, manners and purification of heart - read the article and Khutbah on our site and listen to leactures .. inshaAllah your knowledge will increase.

Make your choice for Taqwa(piety) instead of just looking for the apparent beauty or wealth.

It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed on us another bounty, or granted us relief from a difficulty, or a reward is given to us in the Akhirah in place of it. Alhamdulillah,
Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not be hasty or ungrateful.

In addition, it is important to research and read books and articles on marriage so that we look for the qualities in a man that are pleasing to Allah Ta'ala. There are articles on this website too. Do read them and acquire the knowledge of Deen.

May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolness of your eyes. Ameen!

To have one's wishes accepted, one may seek the help of Allah through Salaatul Haajah. Please check on the main page for the method of performing it.
http://Islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

We would advise you not to be hasty in expecting your du'as or wishes to be fulfilled. Things happen according to the wish of Allah. If a prayer is delayed in being answered, then that is what is best for us at the time. If it is not answered in this world, then it is kept for the Aakhirah,
where its rewards will benefit us.


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Husband failing exams/ business

a.
I am very depressed at the moment and so is my husband. He
repeatedly failed on exam in these so many years n now is his last chance to pass. He is totally shattered n has lost all hope.

b.
My husbent tried in meny businesses but not sucsessed.which dua should i recite for the sucsess in business and to fill my family's heart with the faith to Allah subhanahu wata'ala

c.
Please can you provide me with the appropriate dua to read for a major difficulty we are having, as a result of which we could lose our house. I am very distressed that we will be homeless and our new baby will have no home.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. May Allah bless you with best of health and prosperity, Ameen!

The prophet sallalahu alaihi wasallam 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)
(this refers to a verse of Soorah Talaq)

It is narrated by Abu Hurairah RA that the Prophet sallalahu alaihi wasallam 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 sallalahu alaihi wasallam 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 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 despondant 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.

We would also advise you not to be hasty in expecting your duas 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. You may read 2 Rakah of Nafl Salah, with intention of Salatul Hajat. This is performed like any other Salaah. After the Salaah, you should recite the following Dua. You may print these pages from web and recite from printed pages or from computer after the Salaah. It is not required to memorize these Dua or read it inside Salaah.

Salat-ul Hajat
The method is described at
http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

You can also recite Hasbunallahu wa nimal wakeel many times every day.

May Allah assist you and make it easy for you, Ameen.


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Dua for confidence

please tell me some Dua to become confident in my school/ classes. Like speaking in front of the class or in public i get really shy. so please i need your help.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

A Salaat that we suggest is Salaatul Hajat, which Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) told the Companions to perform when they are faced with a need. One should perform ablution in the Sunnah manner and then offer two
rakaat of salaah with complete devotion. After this, one
should praise Allah with the recitation of His most glorious names, then recite Durood Sharief, and then recite the following dua:

La ilaha illalLahu-Haleemul-kareem. Subhana Allahi rabi el-`arshil `azeem. Al-Hamdulilahi rabbi il-`Alameen. As'aluka mujibati rahmatika, wa `aza'ima maghfiratika, wal-`ismata min kuli dhanb, wal ghaneemata min kuli birr,
was-salamata min kuli ithm. La tada` li dhanban illa ghafartahu,wala hamman illa farajtahu, wala hajatan hiya laka ridan illa qadaytaha ya arhama ar-rahimeen.

(There is no god but Allah, the Ever-Clement, the Most Generous. I celebrate the Glory of Allah, the Lord of the Magnificent Throne. All praise and thanks are due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. I beseech You, seeking that which will draw me closer to Your mercy, and that which will
make certain for me Your Forgiveness. O Allah, grant me protection against every sin, and a share of every virtue. Do not leave me a sin without forgiving it, a worry without relieving me of it, or a need that meets with Your pleasure without providing for it, O Most Merciful Lord.)

After reciting the above dua, beseech Allah Ta�ala regarding one�s needs and desires.

Salaatul Haajaat (Prayer of Need)
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Dua for Skin problem

It had been 4 months but new skin is not coming/growing on my nose. The skin on my nose is looking odd. Can u tell me a wazifa that my skin becomes normal.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan,forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

1) Please check the home page of our website for detailed procedure on salaatul Haajat. Allah is the only one, who could make the impossible, possible. You should turn to Allah and ask him for all your needs.

2) You may recite these following duas:

wa yashfi sudoora qawmim-mumineen
Translation: And [God] shall heal the breast of the believers.
(at-Tawba,9:14)

Yaa ayyuhan-naasu qad ja�atkum maw`izhatum-mir rabbikum wa shifaul-limaa fis-sudoor, wa hudan wa rahmatun lil-mumineen

Translation: O Mankind, there has come to you a guidance from your Lord and a healing for (the diseases) in your hearts, and for those who believe a guidance and a mercy. (Yunus, 10:57)

3) You may recite these following verses of Quran 100 times after Isha, accompanying with durood shareef:

"Laqad Khalaqnal Insana fee Ahsani Taqweem" (Surah Teen, Verse 3) and "..Anni Mughlobun Fantasir" (Surah Qamar, verse10)

May Allah make it easy for you. Ameen.

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Baby is scared

My 10 week old baby seems to stare in certain places and then cries in fear, why does this happen? and what can i do to prevent it from happening?

b.
I have a 2 year old she is scared of everything.
Anyone nock on the door she screams anyone passes the window. Past few day she point near the door as if she can see someone, scream and hold me and there
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless the mother with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness, have mercy on her, elevate her status, and bless her with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

May Allah Ta'ala ease the present difficulty the mother is experiencing with her beloved little one, Ameen! Some babies are just that way and they settle down eventually. Remember, her stage in Jannah are being raised with all
the patience (sabr) and care she have for her child. Her night has been turned into day and perhaps her days have been turned into night as her sleep pattern has been disrupted. Think about why it is that Nabi (salallaahu alayhi wassallam) mentioned that a mother has preference of
honor before a father. All her sacrifices are being noted by Allah Ta'ala.

You may recite these following duas for his health:

wa yashfi sudoora qawmim-mumineen
Translation: And [Allah] shall heal the breast of the believers.
(at-Tawba, 9:14)

Yaa ayyuhan-naasu qad ja�atkum maw`izhatum-mir rabbikum wa shifaul-limaa fis-sudoor, wa hudan wa rahmatun lil-mumineen

Translation: O Mankind, there has come to you a guidance from your Lord and a healing for (the diseases) in your hearts, and for those who believe
a guidance and a mercy. (Yunus, 10:57)

Insha Allah everything will be fine. You can recite Ayatul kursi, Surah Falaq and Surah Naas and blow them on your child. May Allah make it easy for you. Ameen.


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Parents not convinced for marriage proposal

a.i am a girl and i want to marry a boy whom i like but my parents wont approve for it ,though i have not talked about it to them yet..The boys family is ALLAH fearing and they are very nice people but the reason that why my parents wont approve him is the cast problem between the two
families. my parents always fear about what society will say.

b. Actually i love someone and my parents are completely against this. I know dating in Islam is not right. but all i want is that my parents accept our
relationship and help me make it become halal. I don't want to hurt my parents i just want them to accept my decision.
i read from this website of salaat hajjat, i would also like you people to pray for me.

Disobeying parents is a great sin indeed and i don't want to indulge in this. please pray for me that inchallah every indifferences between the 2 families are eliminated and Allah shower his Blessing upon us and guide us right. jazakallah khair
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

A religious person is better for both this life and hereafter. 'Religious' does not mean who prays and fast only - the definition is 'who abstains from all sins' - this includes our dailiy life, food, finances, dress, full hijab and Niqab, manners and purification of heart - read the article and Khutbah on our site and listen to leactures .. inshaAllah your knowledge will increase.

Make your choice for Taqwa(piety) instead of just looking for the apparent beauty or wealth.

First of all, you should do istikhara to find out whether that person is right for you or not. you can pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah. This is a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a. The Dua's can be
found in Du'a books. A good Du'a book that has been translated in various languages is Al-Hisnul Haseen. The most preferred time for this prayer is the last portion of the night before the fajr prayer. But you can pray it
at other times too.

It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala bestow on us another bounty, or grant us relief from a difficulty, or a reward is
given to us in the Akhirah in place of it. Alhamdulillah,
Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not be hasty or ungrateful.

In addition, it is important to research and read books and articles on marriage so that we look for the qualities in a man that are pleasing to Allah Ta'ala. There are articles on this website too. Do read them and arm yourself with the knowledge of Deen.

May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolness of your
eyes. Ameen!

Du'a for Istikhara:
http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.htm

While engaged with someone (before Nikah), please observe complete Hijab when this man is present. Unnecessary talking or getting close to this man before marriage may lead to problems. Taubah is neccessary for the past mistakes.

Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php

Why is Hijab necessary?
http://islameasy.org/hijab.php


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Parent not praying Salah

asalaam 'alaikum,, my father does not perform salaat, whenever i try to talk to him about it,he changes topic and ignores me,,what measures should i take?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen.

You can advise him nicely and also keep that in your mind that as a daughter you are not allowed to be disrespectful to him. Islam teaches respect, sympathy and tolerance. Kind treatment of parents is a quality of the believer. The Quraan and Ahaadith are replete with elders and advices of being obedient to one's parents.

Allah states, "And worship Allah and do not ascribe any partner to Him and be favorable to parents." (Banu Israaeel).

InshaAllah, Allah Ta�ala will reward you for your kindness and obedience to your father and will only increase you in your status in this world and the hereafter.

Daily reading a book of good deeds helps overcome depression. You may print a chapter of Muntakhab Ahadith:
(http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php) and read with your family for 10 minutes together. Then make Dua.

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Emaan.pdf
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Hereafter.pdf

Please also review our main page for Dua scripts.


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Irregular Periods

a. I have been experiencing irregular periods for the past one year. There are huge gaps where I miss my period: Sometimes even longer than 5 months. This is making me so depressed that I keep thinking about it and can't
concentrate elsewhere. My relationship with Allah Tallah is also suffering because of it.

b. I am on my period more than 10 days. Can I read quran or perform salah after the 10 days?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu 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 husband-wife relationship.

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.


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Lost Huband

My husband died 3 months ago. I am still depress i feel lost lonely dont want nothing in this life anymore, but in the mean time i am keeping my salat and doaae to Allah because i know Allah the only one who can help me, i need sdoaae from u as well.

Second i dont want to get married after my husband even i am still young but i am sure if i married i am gonna be unhappy also is not fair for the man i married, but the people they told me is haram if i did not get married but i dont think so i was looking in Quran and so many Hadeth but nothing to mention is haram pls advise?, also i want how i can protect my self from Fetan and Shayetan next to Salat and Dhekr and Doaae and Seyam,
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

1. We are really sorry to hear about your loss, may Allah grant him Jannatul Firdaus Ameen.
Please read the following article:

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

2) Sister, I totally understand your feelings but still we will advise to get married and start a new life. Insha Allah you will see the difference.
As you know, Nikah is a great bounty from Allah Ta'ala. The affairs of this world and the hereafter are put in order through marriage. There is a lot of wisdom and many benefits in marriage. A person saves himself from
sinning and his heart is put at ease. He does not have any evil intentions and his thoughts do not begin to wander and stray. The greatest virtue is that there are only benefits and only rewards in this. This is because a
husband and wife�s sitting together and engaging in a loving conversation, joking with each other, etc. brings lots of reward.



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Short Course for teaching Basics of Islam to youth and elders

a. I wanted guidance of what to teach, as inshallah I am opening an educational program for the ladies as none of them know how to recite the Quraan, also rulings and etiquettes concerning purity and other basics. I need a proper schedule I will be doing 2 hrs with them everyday.

b. I want to teach little kids Urdu and Arabic on Saturdays, many people have said they will come. I do know both languages a little bit but not too fully have you got any books (like a curriculum) that I could teach of.
Remember it's for beginners.

c. i am not quite sure how to start a career into doing teaching of Islamic studies for younger children. What are the stages required to build up this?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

InshaAllah, for the beginner�s class, you may devote some time for Taleem - reading a book of Fazail like �Muntakhab Ahadith�, then make small Halaqas for learning Quran recitation. Then you may have a session on Basics of Islam, customized separately for groups of children, sisters or elders. You may end the class by reciting Dua and give reading/writing/memorizing homework to students. Once they learn a topic, you may have short question-answer session (Quiz) and give small prizes to encourage their learning competition. Make special Dua for all your students after prayers.

The following articles and booklets will inshaAllah help you teach the basics of Islam. If a book is not available in English, Urdu or desired language, you may contact your local bookstore for a printed book.

Part A. Virtues of Good Deeds
=====================================

Muntakhab Ahadith (selected Ahadith - includes Arabic text and references)

Emaan - Belief in Allah http://islameasy.org/pdf/Emaan.pdf

Belief in the Unseen http://islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Unseen.pdf

Hereafter http://islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Hereafter.pdf

Virtues of Prayers (Salah) http://islameasy.org/pdf/Prayers_Salah.pdf

Virtues of Knowledge http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/MA_Virtues_Ilm.pdf

Virtues of the noble Qur'an http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/MA_Virtues_Quran.pdf


Part B. Quran learning (Recitation and Tajweed)
=======================================================

http://islameasy.org/quran-learning.php

Memorizing and listening to 10 short Surahs for prayers

Noorani Reader Quran Tajweed booklet

Tajweed for Beginners

Memorizing additional Surahs from Juz-30 (Amma Para)

Part C. Belief, Purity (Taharah) and Salah
================================================

Gift for New Muslims (Basics of Islam) http://islameasy.org/pdf/Gift_NewMuslims_Print.pdf

Ta'leem-ul-Islam (Teachings of Islam)
Part -1 http://islameasy.org/pdf/taleem1c.pdf
Part -2 http://islameasy.org/pdf/taleem2c.pdf
Part -3 http://islameasy.org/pdf/taleem3c.pdf
Part -4 http://islameasy.org/pdf/taleem4c.pdf

A gift for the Daughters of the Ummah � (topics on Purity and Tahara, what every Muslim sister should know). http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Tuhfatul_Banaat.pdf

Practical guide to Purity and Salah http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/PurityGuide.pdf

Salaah http://islameasy.org/pdf/salaah.pdf

Elementary Teachings of Islam by Shaykh Adul-Aleem Siddiqui

Taleem-ul Haque by scholars of South Africa http://www.markazulmaarif.org/Download/default.asp

Heavenly Ornaments (translation of Urdu book �Behishti Zewar�) by Shaykh Ashraf Ali Thanvi


Part D. Sunnah and Manners
==================================
The Ways of the Holy Prophet MUHAMMAD (Uswai Rasool-e-Akram) Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam by Dr. Abdul Hai Aarfi

Beautiful Sunnats of the Beloved Nabi (Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam) by Shaykh Hakeem Akhtar
http://islameasy.org/pdf/BeautifulSunnats.pdf

Alaikum Bisunnati by Mufti Abdul Hakeem

Sunnah in daily life http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/100_Sunnats.pdf

Essential Duas in the life of a Muslim http://islameasy.org/pdf/Essential_Duas.pdf

Part E. Ideal Muslim Character
=======================================

Cure for depression http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

Seeking Forgiveness (Tau'bah) http://islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php

Why is Hijab necessary? http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Hijab_newEdition2.pdf

Marriage life - living with peace and harmony at home http://www.islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

How should Every Muslim live through day and night? http://www.islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php

Prayer and Du�a - Strong connection with Allah http://islameasy.org/index.php

Status of Woman in Islam by Shaykh Ahmed Abdul Mujeeb Qasmi (translated by Muhammad Owais Jafrey) http://www.islameasy.org/K225_WomenInIslam.php


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Wants everlasting love of Husband in Paradise

a.
Can I make duas asking ALLAH to give me my husband to me and only me insha Aallah in Paradise, if we both are the companions of the Paradise InshaAllah (With the will of ALLAH)?

b.
Please can you give me some advises on how to win the whole love of my husband and make him love me forever and to wish that he wants only me in Jannah too insha Allah. I want to please my husband in every way I can so that he would not think of any one than me in his life and also in life after death, insha allah. Please tell me some ways to carry out to make him feel in that way.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

a.
That is what every woman wants. Alhamdulillah, Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us.

b.
Kindly review some of the advices on "Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home" at our main page

http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah.

�Do not go by the book of �My Rights�. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise."(taken from Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)

Protection of eyes:
--------------------
This is one of the biggest concerns in the Ummah today, affecting both the young an old. The outside environment (streets, markets, workplaces,social events) and media inside homes (TV, magazines, internet) and filled
with opportunities to look at non-Mahram faces. If someone does not protect the eyes and looks with lust and desires, his heart may be occupied with dozens of beautiful faces and may easily forget his own wife.

Disrespect and quarrels at home:
--------------------------------
Even if the wife is sincere in her heart, sometimes abusing the tongue on domestic issues may lead the husband to feel disrespected. If the wife does not treat the husband well, he may find more peace talking to strange women outside home. Usually the people outside home (for example, at the
markets and social events) appear more polite, courteous and keeping a soft and sweet-tone. This is a �big competition� for the spouse at home to surpass the loving and admiring attitude experienced in the outside world!

Manners and protection of tongue:
----------------------------------
From our elders we have learned that the best method to increase the love between the husband and the wife is to obtain great morals and etiquettes and to guard our tongue. By doing both of those, one will be able to attract your spouse into a never ending love. Please review the following
article:
http://islameasy.org/K213_Tongue_protection.php

List of husband�s likes and dislikes:
-------------------------------------
Living closely for a period of time, the wife knows the secrets of do�s and don�ts which pleases the husband. At the time of difficulty and concern, if the husband is not behaving well, extra precaution should be taken and a �selfless� attitude is needed to win his heart.

A warm-welcome of the husband:
------------------------------
When the husband enters home and looks at the wife with love and mercy and wife also looks at the husband with love and mercy, Allah looks at both of them with mercy.
Entering and leaving home with Salam and Du�a keeps the Shaytaan away.

The wife at home should decorate herself for the husband when he arrives home and meet with him cheerfully. On the other hand, when a woman goes out of her home (for example, for a social event), she should wear simple and modest clothing and observe complete Hijaab in front of non-Mahram. In practice, this is not followed in today�s society which opens the door of issues.

Virtues of good deeds:
----------------------
Imagine a pious wife making Du�a for his husband after every Salah: May Allah make him a pious man! May Allah bless him with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! May Allah accept all his good deeds and keep Shaytaan away from
him!

Pray Salat-ul-Hajat and Istekhara before making important decisions. See the main page at http://islameasy.org/

Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your spouse.

Increase time for Du�a, especially if you could wake up during the last part of night. Here is a startup script and examples of Dua:

Dua from the Core of Heart http://islameasy.org/pdf/Duae_Walihana.pdf

Munajaat-e-Maqbool
http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php

Environment of pious people:
----------------------------------------
Find a pious Shaykh near your area and encourage the husband to attend his programs with intention to acquire the love of Allah Almighty. Listen to lectures and read books on pious husband and wife.

Read books of virtues (like Muntakhab Ahadith, Riyadus-Saliheen) with your family for 5-10 minutes every evening.
Request the husband to bring some Islamic books of good deeds, Du�a and zikr for the family.


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Cure for broken engagement

a. My marriage was about to get fixed �but got broken - We inquired but found everything bad about them., but planned to respond positive inspite of all this too, maybe Allah saved me from the hidden bad (shar).

b. I was in a relationship witha boy, somehow we broke up due some reasons from his side.. i knw its considered haram in islam.. But right now i am in such a confused state of mind.. i am not able to let go him.. many times i feel like i should quit but the moment i bow down befor my Allah i feel more confident, i pray more n more... i feel like someday Allah will answer my prayers? kindly suggest me what should i do... should i stop asking this very thing from Allah or should i continue!
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity�. May Allah bless you with a better person to marry.
Ameen!

This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us everyday. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah.

Please read more in this article:

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.ph

Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php

Easy Road to Paradise - Golden deeds that lead to success - extracted from a booklet in Urdu �Jannat ka Asan Rasta� by Shaykh Mufti Mohammad Rafi Uthmani.

http://www.islameasy.org/EasyRoad_Paradise.php

A religious person is better for both this life and hereafter. 'Religious' does not mean who just prays and fasts - the definition is 'who abstains from all sins' - this includes our dailiy life, food, finances, dress, hijab, manners and purification of heart - read the article and Khutbahs on our site and listen to leactures. inshaAllah your knowledge will increase.

Salatul Hajat
------------------
You may read 2 Rakah of Nafl Salah, with intention of Taubah and Salatul Hajat. This is performed like any other Salaah. After the Salaah, you should recite the following Dua. You may print these pages from web and recite from printed pages or from computer after the Salaah. It is not required to memorize these Dua or read it inside Salaah.

Taubah (from any act of disobedience and sins)
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/47.htm

Salat-ul Hajat
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

(Ask Allah to ease difficulty, clean the heart to focus on good deeds. Also ask Allah to show you if that person was really sincere to you or not).

While engaged with someone (before Nikah), please observe complete Hijab when this man is present. Unnecessary talking or getting close to this man before marriage may lead to problems. Taubah is neccessary for the past mistakes.

Why is Hijab necessary?
http://islameasy.org/hijab.php

Daily reading a book of good deeds helps overcome depression. You may print a chapter of Muntakhab Ahadith:

(http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php) and read with your family for 10 minutes together. Then make Dua.

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Emaan.pdf
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Hereafter.pdf

Please also review our main page for Dua scripts.


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Ayat-e-Shifaa

I have had chicken pox scars for many years. What dua shall i read so that the scar disappears.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with Health and piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity�. Ameen!

You may recite Ayat-e-Shifaa and these following duas:
http://islameasy.org/AyateShifa.png

1. wa yashfi sudoora qawmim-mumineen
Translation: And [God] shall heal the breast of the believers.
(at-Tawba,9:14)

2. Yaa ayyuhan-naasu qad ja�atkum maw`izhatum-mir rabbikum wa shifaul-limaa fis-sudoor, wa hudan wa rahmatun lil-mumineen

Translation: O Mankind, there has come to you a guidance from your Lord and a healing for (the diseases) in your hearts and for those who believe
a guidance and a mercy. (Yunus, 10:57)

3. You may recite these following verses of Quran 100 times after Isha,accompanying with durood shareef:

"Laqad Khalaqnal Insana fee Ahsani Taqweem" (Surah Teen, Verse 3) and "..Anni Mughlobun Fantasir" (Surah Qamar, verse10)


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Dua for non-Mahram

I know who i would like to marry inshaAllah, i havent spoken to him or told anyone or anything like that but i wanted to know is it okay to make dua to marry that one specific person. I just dont want to include a non mahram in my duas if its wrong..
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity�. Ameen!

Respected sister, put your hope, trust and faith in Allah Ta'ala. Read Salatul Hajat.

http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

It is a fact that such decisions are in the hands of Allah alone, and Allah decides if and when to bless anybody with this bounty. As such, plentiful Duas and abstinence from the prohibitions of Allah are extremely essential.


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Husband goes out with other women

I have been married for almost 6 years, now my husband cannot leave other women alone. It started a while back but now since we moved, its gotten worse - he talks to them on the phone all the time, now he has started going out with them.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony!
Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. Due to the influence of Shaytaan, bad desires and environment outside and inside the home, sometimes a married man starts making an affair with a non-Mahram
woman and may lose interest in his own wife at home. This article discusses some causes of this problem and a few suggestions for the wife to re-gain her husband�s love.
At the time of concern and tension in domestic affairs, review your life pattern to see in how many ways you can improve yourselves.

Protection of eyes:
--------------------
This is one of the biggest concerns in the Ummah today, affecting both the young an old. The outside environment (streets, markets, workplaces,social events) and media inside homes (TV, magazines, internet) and filled
with opportunities to look at non-Mahram faces. If someone does not protect the eyes and looks with lust and desires, his heart may be occupied with dozens of beautiful faces and may easily forget his own wife.

Disrespect and quarrels at home:
--------------------------------
Even if the wife is sincere in her heart, sometimes abusing the tongue on domestic issues may lead the husband to feel disrespected. If the wife does not treat the husband well, he may find more peace talking to strange women outside home. Usually the people outside home (for example, at the
markets and social events) appear more polite, courteous and keeping a soft and sweet-tone. This is a �big competition� for the spouse at home to surpass the loving and admiring attitude experienced in the outside world!

Suggestions for Happy Marraige
------------------------------
Kindly review our advice on Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony
at Home at http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

Manners and protection of tongue:
----------------------------------
From our elders we have learned that the best method to increase the love between the husband and the wife is to obtain great morals and etiquettes and to guard our tongue. By doing both of those, one will be able to attract your spouse into a never ending love. Please review the following
article:
http://islameasy.org/K213_Tongue_protection.php

List of husband�s likes and dislikes:
-------------------------------------
Living closely for a period of time, the wife knows the secrets of do�s and don�ts which pleases the husband. At the time of difficulty and concern, when the husband is not behaving well, extra precaution should be taken and a �selfless� attitude is needed to win his heart.

Looking for rights or love?
---------------------------
�Do not go by the book of �My Rights�. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she
goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.�
(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)

A warm-welcome of the husband:
------------------------------
When the husband enters home and looks at the wife with love and mercy and wife also looks at the husband with love and mercy, Allah looks at both of them with mercy.
Entering and leaving home with Salam and Du�a keeps the Shaytaan away.

The wife at home should decorate herself for the husband when he arrives home and meet with him cheerfully. On the other hand, when a woman goes out of her home (for example, for a social event), she should wear simple and modest clothing and observe complete Hijaab in front of non-Mahram. In practice, this is not followed in today�s society which opens the door of issues.

Virtues of good deeds:
----------------------
Imagine a pious wife making Du�a for his husband after every Salah: May Allah make him a pious man! May Allah bless him with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! May Allah accept all his good deeds and keep Shaytaan away from
him!

Pray Salat-ul-Hajat and Istekhara before making important decisions. See the main page at http://islameasy.org/

Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your spouse.

Increase time for Du�a, especially if you could wake up during the last part of night. Here is a startup script and examples of Dua:

Dua from the Core of Heart http://islameasy.org/pdf/Duae_Walihana.pdf

Munajaat-e-Maqbool
http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php

Environment of pious people:
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Find a pious Shaykh near your area and encourage the husband to attend his programs with intention to acquire the love of Allah Almighty. Listen to lectures and read books on pious husband and wife.

Read books of virtues (like Muntakhab Ahadith, Riyadus-Saliheen) with your family for 5-10 minutes every evening.
Request the husband to bring some Islamic books of good deeds, Du�a and zikr for the family.

If there is a gathering for Taleem (Islamic knowledge to increase faith and good deeds) encourage your spouse to attend. Your masjid Imam and community may help you find such programs.

Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful.

May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! Ameen!

Recommended Readings for wife:
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The Rights of Husband by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar
http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/the-rights-of-husband

The Rights of a Husband and his Status* by Shaykh Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani
*Discourses on Islamic Way of Life volume-2, Darul-Ishaat.

Recommended Readings for Husband:
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The Rights of Women by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar
http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/rights-of-women



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Reciting Quran to benefit a deceased

Is it permissable to read Quran as a form of khatm for a departed soul? its something which we have been following for years and years and today we hear that it is not going to benefit the soul.. Please explain this to me so that i can not be mis-guided even when I advise our dear sisters..
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Yes, it is permissible to read Quran to benefit a departed soul. However, one should keep this in mind that whoever is participating, they are doing it on their own. It should not be forced to people and also they should be aware of the shariah ruling regarding wudhu and ghusal (Taharah).

Also, you should not fix a specific date (3rd day, 40th day etc.) for this action.


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Punishment in Grave

The other day my 14 years old daughter asked me if immediately after death good people start experiencing the sweetness of Heaven and the bad people start experiencing the horror of Hell, then why is there The Day of Judgment? I couldnotanswer her well, since I also know there is
punishment in the Grave after death and some indications in the Holy Quran where we find bad people will be received with hot water whereas the good people will receive Salam form Allah. What is the link here with the Day of Judgment? Can you answer please?
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1. According to the Aqaid (beliefs) of the Ahlus Sunnah Wal Jamaah`,Adhaabul Qabr (punishment in the grave) is Haqq (true and established).(Sharhul Aqaid)

It (punishment of the grave) is proven from the Qur'an and Ahadith. Allah Ta'ala discusses the punishment given to Fir'awn. He says, 'The fire is given to them in the morning and evening and on the Day of Judgment.' The fire before the Day of Judgment refers to the punishment in the grave.
(Ibid)

Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) said, 'When a person is buried and the people go away, two angels approach the deceased and ask three questions,
a) Who is your lord? b) What is your religion? and c) Who is he (Rasulullah sallallahu alayhi wasallam)?

A believer will answer all three questions and he will be honored with the clothing of Jannah. The window of Jannah will be opened for him and he will enjoy the sight of Jannah. On the contrary, a disbeliever will express regret at not being able to answer the questions. Upon that, an angel who is blind and deaf is appointed to punish him. Blind so that the angel does not see the punishment and feel mercy and deaf so that the punishment is not heard. The hammer used to punish a disbeliever is so heavy that it can reduce a mountain to dust. The disbeliever screams with pain and every creation can hear him besides human and Jinns.' (Mishkat)

Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) said, 'The grave is a garden of paradise or a pit of hell.'
(Ibid)
Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) said, 'If you are made to listen to the punishment in the grave, you will stop burying your deceased.' (Tirmidhi)

Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) advised, 'Seek protection from the punishment of the grave.' (Ibid)

It was the noble habit of Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) to make du'a in Salat for protection from the punishment of the grave. May Allah Ta'ala save us, our families and the entire Ummah from the trials of the Qabr.


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Non-Mahram brother sister

If a person declares verbally that so and so woman is his sister (in Urdu 'mu boly bhai behn'), can they meet and talk like real brother and sister?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Please note that he will still be a non-mahram and talking to a non mahram, meeting with him or going out with this person is not allowed for her. She is required to observe complete Hijab with him. Islam does not encourage a relationship between a male and female who are
non-Mahram to each other.

Why is Hijab necessary?
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Problem with Husband and Step-sons

Husband is not very religious and in this 7 yrs he's abused me. I dont watch TV and dont allow my sons to watch, but my husband always wants to watch in front of them. My elder son is becoming hafiz so I am so worried about them, since my step-son keeps girlfriends, tells lies and also steals money from the house. My husband knows about it, but he doesnt do anything about it. I am so frustrated. I have started losing my temper alot. I get irritated over little things.
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This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us every day. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in
the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah.

Let�s view and ponder over this chart of good deeds

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Convert_Time2Gold.pdf

Every particle of the universe will be left behind, but every deed of a human being will be lifted for the life hereafter! Strong faith and good deeds bring peace and comfort in this life, peace in the grave and gardens
of Paradise in the hereafter. When people forget the purpose of life, many of them terminate their lives without hope. When the human being realizes the purpose of life, an ordinary person can become a means of spreading
guidance to hundreds of thousands of people. There are diamonds, gold,silver and pearls to be discovered inside human heart.

Paradise is a reality � with rivers of milk and honey, palaces of gold and silver, delicious food and fruits, beautiful spouse, always happy, always young, always healthy � a great kingdom forever and ever for an unending
enjoyment and bliss. Compete with each other to strengthen faith and excel in good deeds and hasten to seize every fleeting moment and turn into gold by a productive activity; sow seeds today to reap a rich harvest tomorrow
and rush at the available opportunity before it is lost for good.

Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful. Allah loves us more than seventy mothers do. Difficulties and trials can become a means of raising our status and earn countless reward. Allah says in the Qur�an: (interpretation of the meaning):

�..Truly the steadfast will be paid their recompense without
limit�[Az-Zumar, 10].

Abu Saeed Al-Khudri and Abu Hurairah (RA) narrate that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: Whenever a Muslim faces fatigue, illness, worry, grief, hurt and sorrow, even gets pricked by a thorn, Allah in lieu of his sufferings removes his sins.� (Bukhari)

"Our anxieties, depression and worries are all created because we first make the decisions and then expect Allah Ta'ala to conform; whereas what we plan and decide is subject to Allah Ta'ala's confirmation." [�Cure for
depression� by Shaykh Yunus Patel]

Islam is a complete way of life and offers a real solution to every problem. Here are some steps one may take to cure depression and laziness,insha Allah.

Love of Allah:
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The human heart is the center of emotions and feelings. It dictates what it desires and works in collaboration with mind to act as a platform of good or evil. The human heart also has hidden treasures of matchless jewels. If found and applied, we can become beloved of Allah. Imagine a
believer (sister) who always remembers and seeks help from her Creator, praises Allah by her tongue, in her heart, expresses gratitude for His bounties, is patient in hardships. She supplicates in all earnestness and always has good intentions.

Our real love should be for Allah. We love someone due to beauty and excellence, perfectness in knowledge and generosity, loving and caring treatment for us. If we look around and think about the blessings Almighty Allah is showering on us, we will love Him.

He is Allah, besides him there is no god, the All-Knower of the unseen and the seen. He is the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful. He is Allah, besides him there is no god, the King, the Holy, the One Free from all defects, the Giver of security, the Watcher over His creatures, the
All-Mighty, the Compeller, the Supreme. Glory be to Allah! (High is He) above all that they associate as partners with Him. He is Allah, the Creator, the Inventor of all things, the Bestower of forms. To Him belong the Best Names. All that is in the heavens and the earth glorify Him. And
He is the All-Mighty, the All-Wise.[Al-Qur�an, 59: 22-24]
Tau�bah (Repentance):

Depression is caused by displeasing Almighty Allah. When a person transgresses the Laws of Allah, he/she is inflicted with various types of harms such as depression. It is for this reason Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) said Whoever makes Istighfaar in abundance, Allah will make a way out for him from every difficulty, free him from depression and anxiety and Allah will grant him sustenance from avenues he will not imagine.

�Why should Allah punish you if you have thanked (Him) and have believed in Him. And Allah is Ever All Appreciative (of good), All Knowing.� [An-Nisa 147]

Here is an excellent article on "Tawba & Istaghfaar � Repentance and seeking forgiveness"
http://www.islameasy.org/K202_Tawba.php

Therefore, the depressed person should repent for the past and turn his/her attention to Allah. Focus on pleasing Allah by fulfilling all His commands and He will grant you ease, peace and satisfaction of the heart, mind and soul. In the Zikr (obedience) of Allah is complete tranquility
and peace. Allah is the controller of all situations. If a person is in any difficulty, Allah is the only being that would assist him in coming out of that difficulty. Therefore, turn to Allah and He will take care of all your problems and misfortunes.

Emaan and righteous deeds:
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�Whoever works righteousness � whether male or female � while he (or she)is a true believer , verily, to him We will give a good life (in this world with respect, contentment and lawful provision), and We shall pay them certainly a reward in proportion to the best of what they used to do (i.e. Paradise in the Hereafter)� (al- Nahl 16:97 )

Allah tells us and promises us that whoever combines faith with righteous deeds will have a good life and a good reward in this world and in the Hereafter.Seeking help with patience and prayer:

Allah says (interpretation of the meaning): �And seek help in patience and Salah.

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Husband not giving time to family

I get really bad migranes and i have a 2 year old son, live with my in laws and husband. My husbands cousin normally comes in the evenings and my husband stays up with him quite late. Normally he does not help me with the child when he is at home but since I get really bad migranes I need help with my son, who should have first priority his cousin or me and our son?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with best of health and prosperity, Ameen.

Sister, I totally understand your situation, you may seek help of Allah through Salaatul Haajah. Please check on the main page for the method of performing it. http://Islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah �Do not go by the book of �My Rights�. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.

The unfortunate part is that the husband opens the chapter of his rights and the wife opens the chapter of her rights. The parents open the chapter of their rights, and the children, of their rights. The teacher, his rights and the pupils, their rights, and then everyone demands fulfillment
of these rights.

No doubt, rights have been declared so that no person should stop short of their fulfillment, but you cannot have a peaceful society if there is just demand for rights and no fulfillment of corresponding obligations.�

(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)

You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur�an 30: 21]

Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.

Kindly review some of the advices on �Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home� at our main page
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Bad Dream

sister saw a bad dream
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Don�t worry, Insha Allah everything will be fine. Dreams can be interpreted but all of them are not meaningful.
Another thing is that, make a habit of sleeping in the sunnah way, for example making wudhu before going to bed, sleep on your right side,keeping right palm under right cheek, recite Kalimas, Duas, Ayatul Kursi and Qul.


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Husband not caring

a. My husband does not want to show that he loves me but I love him a lot. My in-laws always try to make him to misunderstand me. I need some duas that he will take care of me.

b. My husband earns nice money (means enough to fufil our needs). Since 3 years he is always saying "I dont have money,.. "why are you asking it" He spends lot of time with his friends. I think he is spending with them.what i should do. I also need wazifa so that he leave is friends and cricket or at least lessen it
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Marriage is a great Sunnah whilst divorce is disliked by Allah. Rasul sallallahu alaihi wa sallam has said that if a woman asks for a divorce for no reason, then the smell of paradise is forbidden for her [Tirmidhi].

It is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic. Divorce is permissible only as a last resort.

Ask yourself the reason of your husband's mistrust. Is this his personality? If so, resort to patience, Salaah and Du'a. In most cases,this is because of his lack of confidence, therefore always reassure him of your love for him. If your husband does not trust you because of a
previous error, then seek to regain his love and confidence by displaying your love for him, regret (on the mistake), and make commitment to the marriage. Be ever cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused the problem.

In any case, do not leave the home without his permission. Do not visit places he dislikes etc. Insha Allah, with patience, Du'a and effort your husband will come to trust you.

Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah narrated that the Rasul sallahu alaihi wasallam said, "If a women prays her five daily prayers,fasts the month of Ramadhaan, guards her chastity and obeys her husband,it will be said to her, "Enter paradise from whichever of the gates of
Paradise you wish"

May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and actions. Ameen!

InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.

You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur�an 30: 21]

Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times every day.

May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!

Kindly review some of the advices on
�Happy Marriage � Living with Peaceand Harmony at Home� at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

Cure for depression
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Reward for worldy love in Hereafter

If a woman likes someone and wants marriage with him but their is so many famaliy and social problems in their marrige & they can not do so in their whole life. The female prayer her whole life for marriage with him then she
died what reward Allah gives her? Will she get that person in heaven same she likes in this world?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

1. A Hadith states: A Muslim's du'a is accepted in one of the 3 ways, a)Either he is given what he asked for, b) It is delayed to the future or c)he is rewarded in the hereafter.

2. Hadith: When a person goes to Jannah and sees his rewards, he will ask Allah as to what caused him to receive such great rewards. Allah Ta'ala will reply that these are the rewards of all those du'as that were not accepted, conferred to you in the world. The Jannati will then desire that all his du'as should have not been accepted in the world (due to the great rewards received in lieu of those du'as that were not accepted).

3. Allah Ta'ala removes difficulties of the person. Hence, our belief is that Allah is Hakeem - All-Wise - whatever He does is full of wisdom. One major cause of duas not being accepted is when one's income is earned through haram avenues and means. One should not lose hope and faith in
Allah. Rather, continue making dua.

Cure for depression
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Taubah

Sister committed a sin, but she has truly repented.
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We received your question details with grief and sorrow. May Allah accept your repentance and guide you in your situation.

Tau�bah (Seeking Forgiveness)
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Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the all-Merciful and all-Forgiving, declares in the Holy Qur�an:

�Say: O My slaves who have transgressed against themselves (by committing evil deeds and sins)! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah, verily Allah forgives all sins. Truly, He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.� [Qur�an 39:53

It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to rectify ourselves by turning to Him and begging for His forgiveness. Our mountains of evil deeds are nothing
before the vast ocean of the mercy of Allah.

Abu Dhar RadiyAllahu `anhu reports that Rasulullah Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam in a Hadith Qudsi (a hadith in which the Blessed Prophet s quotes Allah) said: �Indeed Allah the Almighty and Majestic says:

�O My slave! Verily, as long as you worship Me and have hope in Me, I shall forgive you for what you have done; O My slave! If you meet Me with an earthful of sins, but do not associate any partner with Me, I would grant you a forgiveness as great as the whole world.� (Musnad Ahmad)

Committing sins may make you sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed with yourself. But if you return to Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive you. There is no other door to knock to solve our issues. None can forgive sins except Him. He calls us to the abode of peace (Paradise); He is the Almighty who hides our faults and He alone can replace our bad deeds with good deeds.

The door of repentance is always open for a person until he dies or until the sun rises from the west, whichever comes first. When something is a necessity Allah provides it in abundance like air and water. Since we are always sinful and negligent of Allah and Satan and the self are always
inciting us towards evil, therefore tau�bah is provided in abundance so we can turn back to Allah.

Allah has created a solution to every sickness even if it may be the poison of a snake. Satan and sins are a major sickness and the cure for it is in tau�bah and istighfar, crying in front of Allah with deep regret in the heart.

Whenever our tau�bah breaks we should make tau�bah again. Some people despair and think they are sinners and will go to Hellfire. Tau�bah is so powerful that it can take a person from the lowest levels of Hellfire and raise him to the highest levels of Paradise.

Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the Lord of Mercy, puts mercy in the hearts of every mother in the world by which they love and care for their children. We make mistakes but Allah overlooks our faults. Our worship and good deeds are not perfect but Allah accepts them and multiplies the reward.

Kindly study these articles.

The importance of Taubah:
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Missing fast

My question is regarding Ramadan. The fasts which I have missed, how do I make them up. Can we fast and make them up during anytime of the year before next ramadan? And also I'm unsure of what time to open the fast for iftari and also when to close the fast?
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You can make up your missed fasts during anytime of the year (outside Ramadan) except for forbidden dates i.e. the day of Eid ul fitr (1st Shawwal) and 4 days of Eid ul adha (10th, 11th, 12th, 13th).
You will start your fast before fajr time starts in your area and then you will break your fast at your Maghrib time.


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Dua to help in Studies

I am in my 2nd year of college,inshaAllah i wanted to go univerisity next year. I want a wazeefa to get in this field and have succees in my studies.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

You may read 2 Rakah of Nafl Salah, with intention of Salatul Hajat. This is performed like any other Salaah. After the Salaah, you should recite the following Dua. You may print these pages from web and recite fromprinted pages or from computer after the Salaah. It is not required to memorize these Dua or read it inside Salaah.

Salat-ul Hajat:

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Purity

1) When I am on my period a few days later there is no blood, yet there brown discharge. Can I pray even though there is no blood but still there is brown discharge can i pray?

2) Can I touch a dua supplication book it has Arabic and English explanation in it?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

1) Yes sister, you have to wait till you have only white/off white discharge. Please note that there is no maximum limit for tahir (paak)time between two menses however, the minimum period of haiz (periods) is three days and three nights and the maximum period is ten days and ten
nights. Blood which flows for less than three days and three nights is not haiz but it is referred to as istehaaza (flowing of the blood out of the normal period).

This happens on account of some sickness or weakness of the body. If blood flows for more than ten days and then nights then all those days beyond ten days will be regarded as istehaaza.

The rule in regards to istehaaza is the same as for the one whose nose bleeds continuously. Such a woman should offer her salaat, fast, and should not leave out these. It is also permissible to have sexual relation with her husband.

A person who is facing istehaaza undergoes the same proceedure as a mazur. This woman is to make wudu at the time of every salaat. As long as that salaat time remains her wudu will remain, she can read the salaat of that time and read Quran just as anyone else. However, if apart from this bleeding some other matter crops up which causes her wudu to break, then her wudu will break and will have to repeat the wudu. (Bahishti Zewar 72,100)

You can also check the following: A gift for the Daughters of the Ummah � (topics on Purity and Tahara, what every Muslim sister should know)
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Tuhfatul_Banaat.pdf

2. If your question is regarding touching a dua book while you are in state of menstruation, yes it is allowed to touch these kinds of books.


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Salah with milk on clothes

is it acceptable to offer Salah(namaz) if clothes have breast milk on them,its been bothering me.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Yes, it is allowed to offer Salah (namaz) even if clothes have breast milk on them.


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Sins, Depression and forgiveness

[Sister and family was going through hardships in life and committed sins]
Well, I am a very bad muslim. I have the worst past in my life....I want to be close to Allah, I wish I was closer to Allah. But I am not, I dont deserve ..
....
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity�. May Allah guide you to right path! Ameen!

Allah is All Wise, All Merciful. Allah loves us more than seventy mothers do. Difficulties and trials can become a
means of raising our status and earn countless reward. Allah says in the Qur�an: (interpretation of the meaning):

�..Truly the steadfast will be paid their recompense without limit�[Az-Zumar, 10].

Tau�bah (Seeking Forgiveness)
===========================
Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the all-Merciful and all-Forgiving, declares in the Holy Qur�an:

�Say: O My slaves who have transgressed against themselves (by committing evil deeds and sins)! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah, verily Allah forgives all sins. Truly, He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.� [Qur�an 39: 53

It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to rectify
ourselves by turning to Him and begging for His forgiveness. Our mountains of evil deeds are nothing before the vast ocean of the mercy of Allah.

Abu Dhar RadiyAllahu `anhu reports that Rasulullah Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam in a Hadith Qudsi (a hadith in
which the Blessed Prophet s quotes Allah) said: �Indeed Allah the Almighty and Majestic says:

�O My slave! Verily, as long as you worship Me and have hope in Me, I shall forgive you for what you have done;
O My slave! If you meet Me with an earthful of sins, but do not associate any partner with Me, I would grant you a
forgiveness as great as the whole world.� (Musnad Ahmad)

Committing sins may make you sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed with yourself. But if you return to
Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive you. There is no other door to knock
to solve our issues. None can forgive sins except Him. He calls us to the abode of peace (Paradise); He is the

Almighty who hides our faults and He alone can replace our bad deeds with good deeds.
The door of repentance is always open for a person until he dies or until the sun rises from the west, whichever

comes first. When something is a necessity Allah provides it in abundance like air and water. Since we are
always sinful and negligent of Allah and Satan and the self are always inciting us towards evil, therefore tau�bah
is provided in abundance so we can turn back to Allah.

Allah has created a solution to every sickness even if it may be the poison of a snake. Satan and sins are a major
sickness and the cure for it is in tau�bah and istighfar, crying in front of Allah with deep regret in the heart.

Whenever our tau�bah breaks we should make tau�bah again. Some people despair and think they are sinners
and will go to Hellfire. Tau�bah is so powerful that it can take a person from the lowest levels of Hellfire and raise him to the highest levels of Paradise.

Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the Lord of Mercy, puts mercy in the hearts of every mother in the world by which they love and care for their children. We make mistakes but Allah overlooks our faults. Our worship and good deeds are not perfect but Allah accepts them and multiplies the reward.

Good manners - observe complete Hijab, make Isteghfar, increase time for Dua.

Kindly read this articles on our site and listen to lectures to increase your knowledge.

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

You may send new questions if more advice is needed.


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Sister wants to become a Muslim

1) What should I be studying to convert (to Islam)?
2) Since I can not read Arabic, How do I learn the prayers in Arabic? (in Phonetic version?)
3) How do I learn about Female Muslims dress, cooking & clture?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Thank you very much for your interest in practicing Islam. May Allah guide you to the right path, Ameen!

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1) What should I be studying to convert?
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As you have decided to practice Islam without any compulsion, the first step is to recite the Shahadah (testimony of faith). It is recommended to take a bath or ablution to achieve purity. Here are the statements in arabic, transliteration and translation you could recite:
------------------------------------------------------------LA ILAHA ILLAL LAHU MUHAMMADUR RASOOL ULLAH

Translation: There is no one worthy of worship except Allah, and Muhammad (peace be upon him) is the Messenger of Allah.�

ASH HADU A(N) LLA ILAHA ILLAL LAHU WA ASH HADU AN-NA MUHAMMADAN AB DUHOO WA RASOO LUH

Translation: I testify that none is worthy of worship but Allah, and I testify that Muhammad (peace be upon him) is
His servant and His Messenger.

�AAMANTU BILLAHI KAMA HUWA BI ASMAA� IHEE WA SIFATIHEE WA QABILTU JAMEEA � AHKAMIHEE�

Translation: I believe in Allah as HE is with all His Names and Attributes and I accept all His Commands.

�AAMANTU BILLAHI WA MALAA I-KA TIHEE WA KUTUBIHEE WA RUSULIHEE WAL YAUMIL AAKHIRI WAL QADRI KHAIRIHEE WA SHARRIHEE MINAL- LAHI TA�ALA WAL BA�THI BA�DAL MAUT �

Translation: I believe in Allah, His Angels, His Books, His Prophets, the Day of Judgment, and in the fact that fate,
good or bad, is from Allah, and in the resurrection after death.

Learning the basics of Islam:
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Kindly learn the first few expressions on this page
http://islameasy.org/pdf/Expressions1.pdf

What is said in the Muslim Prayer? (English Translation)
http://islameasy.org/What-Muslim-Prayer.php

Purity:
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Before prayer, a new Muslim should take a complete bath with intention to be clean from all impurities. The bath
will include thorough gargling (passing water into and out of the mouth) and putting water into the nostrils.

Basic Duties (Five Pillars of Islam):
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1. Emaan (To firmly believe in the heart and declare as described above)
2. Salat (To pray five times a day)
3. Zakat (Paying charity if financially capable)
4. Fasting (during the month of Ramadan)
5. Hajj (Pilgrimage to Makkah once in a lifetime if one can afford it)

A person who accepts Islam is called a Muslim. It means one who surrenders�. A Muslim is required to do all that
Allah and His Messenger (peace be upon him) have asked to do, and to keep from doing things which Allah and His Messenger (peace be upon him) have told not to do.

This is a quick booklet you may start reading to learn the basics
Gift for New Muslims http://islameasy.org/pdf/Gift_NewMuslims_Print.pdf

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2) Since I can not read Arabic, How do I learn the prays Arabic? (in Phonetic version?)
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Initially, first few prayers, you may pray by reciting short Arabic words given in the beginning of this page:

Islamic Manners and Expressions
http://islameasy.org/pdf/Expressions1.pdf

Slowly, you may learn a few more items from the Salah book:
http://islameasy.org/pdf/salaah.pdf

This page is your Prayer resource, with audio, hand-out and additional material:
http://islameasy.org/prayers-salaat.php

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3) How do I learn about Female Muslims dress, cooking & clture?
------------------------------------------------------------Muslim Women's Dress
http://islameasy.org/pdf/Muslim%20Women's%20Dress%20Brochure.pdf

For Cooking, make sure the food and ingredients are Halal.
http://islameasy.org/Guide-to-Muslim-Food.php

Do you have a nearby Islamic Center which is easy for you to visit? Usually, they have sisters-area where you can
meet and learn from sisters.

Please do not hesitate to contact us for additional questions.


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Not yet ready for Hijab?

I pray all my prayers, fast and everything i'm suppost to do to become a better Muslim but there is one thing i'm not ready for hajib yet? Is that bad?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

You have asked a question which is a very important part of our lives as Muslim women. We will try to answer it as simply as possible, Insha-Allah.

Allah says in Surah Ahzaab, verse 59 "Oh Prophet! tell your wives and daughters and the believing women, that they should cast their outer garments (Jalaabeeb) over them, that is likelier that they be known and not harmed/annoyed......"

In order to understand a word in any language, we have to ask the experts of that language. The root word of "jalaabeeb" is "jalbab", which is used for things which cover completely.

Example: the darkness of night. When the darkness of night comes, there is no corner left which is bright, everything becomes covered in darkness. In the same way, jalbab is the garment that covers a woman from head to toe, with nothing left open. (Lisanul Arab,V 1 - Al muhalla V 3).

We will now quote the sahaaba (R.A) who have explained the jalbab to us so clearly, that theres no room for confusion anymore. Ibne Abaas (R.A.) says under the explanation of the above verse "Allah commanded Muslim women to
pull this sheet on top of them, to cover their bodies, except one eye, when it is necessary for them to come out of their homes."

Imam Mohammed ibn Seereen says," I asked Ubaidullah Salmani RA the meaning of this verse and how the jalbab was used, he demonstrated it to me, by pulling a sheet of cloth over his head to cover his body, leaving only one eye uncovered."

It should be remembered that the sahaaba/ companions of the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam were the ones who witnessed the Qur'an being revealed, they witnessed how the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam practiced on the verses revealed, who can give us better insight into following the Qur'an than the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam and his
sahaaba?

And what about the wives of the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam who are our role-models, how did they follow the verses of Quran? Aisha (R.A.) was the wife of Nabi Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam. Once, she was left
behind by the caravan while returning from a journey. When she realized this, she thought it best to remain exactly where she was, the prophet Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam will soon realize she is not with them and come back for her. A few miles behind this caravan was a sahaabi, Safwan
bin Mu'atal (R.A.), his job was to travel behind the caravan and pick upanything left behind. As he came closer, he noticed someone sleeping, when he realized it was Aisha (R.A.) he said loudly, innaa lilaahi wa innaa ilayhi raajioon, upon hearing his voice, Aisha (R.A.) says I got up from my sleep and immediately covered my face with my shawl. Safwan RA recognized her because he had seen her
before the verses of hijaab were revealed. But since the verses had been revealed, she now covered her face.

Alhamdolilaah, all praise is due to Allah, who has made Islam so perfect and just, that there is no difference between how we practice on it and how the wives of a prophet practiced on it. There is no different rulings
for different people. Every Muslim/ Muslimah is the same, the only difference is in taq'wa.

There are so many Aayaat and Ahaadith on this subject, that books have been written in great detail on it. We would like to end by saying that if covering the face was not necessary, just an option for women to choose from, then the other aayaat of hijaab wouldn't make sense. For example:

1. If women were free to uncover the face, why does Allah ask the men and women not to look at each other and lower their gazes. (Surah Noor)? How will we follow this command of Allah? If covering the face is not necessary, then neither should lowering the gaze.

2. If it was permissible to uncover the face, then why do we need permission before entering someone's home?
"Oh you who believe! enter not houses other than your own, until you have asked permission...." (Surah Noor)
This aayah is guarding the females of the home so that they are not looked upon by strange men.

3. Allah commands the women "... and make not a dazzling display (of yourselves), like the former times of ignorance...." (Surah Ahzaab) and also "...And tell the believing women that they lower their gaze and guard
their modesty and not display their beauty....." (Surah Noor).

Is the face not part of the beauty of a woman? In fact, it is a focal point of her beauty. I came across a survey last year which was conducted amongst the men. They were asked as to which parts of a female would first get their attention? 80% of them replied her face, eyes and lips would
attract them first, followed by her body.

4. Why would Allah command the men to ask for any need from behind a curtain? (Surah Ahzaab) If a woman can uncover her face then why not just ask her face to face?

5. If a woman's face is showing then a man would not be captured by her voice on first impulse. But when a woman's face and body are concealed, Allah has further commanded her not to be complacent/sweet in her speech with the males. (Surah Ahzaab)

Allah has made all these rules for the betterment of mankind, not to make us upset or miserable. Parents make rules and regulations in their homes because of the love they have for their children. If someone says that a
mother disciplines her child because of hatred or misery, we would say that its absurd. Similiarly, Allah knows what is best for us while our knowledge is limited. Our success lies in following the Quran and the Sunnah of our Rasool Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam.

We hope that this answers your question. For further detailed reading we would recommend the book "HIJAB"
(http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php) by Dr. Mohammed Ismail Memon Madani.



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Taubah from a major sin

.. I feel guilt regret I fear Allah with his punishments and I am sincerely sorry for what I did and I prayed to Allah to forgive me but am still groping sad, please can you help me am desperate what should i do?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

We received your question details with grief and sorrow. May Allah accept your repentance and guide you in your situation.

------------
In the name of Allah, The Most Gracious and The Most Merciful

Tau�bah (Seeking Forgiveness)
===========================
Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the all-Merciful and all-Forgiving, declares
in the Holy Qur�an:

�Say: O My slaves who have transgressed against themselves (by committing evil deeds and sins)! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah, verily Allah forgives all sins. Truly, He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.� [Qur�an 39:53

It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to rectify ourselves by turning to Him and begging for His forgiveness. Our mountains of evil deeds are nothing
before the vast ocean of the mercy of Allah.

Abu Dhar RadiyAllahu `anhu reports that Rasulullah Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam in a Hadith Qudsi (a hadith in which the Blessed Prophet s quotes Allah) said: �Indeed Allah the Almighty and Majestic says:

�O My slave! Verily, as long as you worship Me and have hope in Me, I shall forgive you for what you have done; O My slave! If you meet Me with an earthful of sins, but do not associate any partner with Me, I would grant you a forgiveness as great as the whole world.� (Musnad Ahmad)

Committing sins may make you sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed with yourself. But if you return to Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive you. There is no other door to
knock to solve our issues. None can forgive sins except Him. He calls us to the abode of peace (Paradise); He is the Almighty who hides our faults and He alone can replace our bad deeds with good deeds.

The door of repentance is always open for a person until he dies or until the sun rises from the west, whichever comes first. When something is a necessity Allah provides it in abundance like air and water. Since we are always sinful and negligent of Allah and Satan and the self are always
inciting us towards evil, therefore tau�bah is provided in abundance so we can turn back to Allah.

Allah has created a solution to every sickness even if it may be the poison of a snake. Satan and sins are a major sickness and the cure for it is in tau�bah and istighfar, crying in front of Allah with deep regret in the heart.

Whenever our tau�bah breaks we should make tau�bah again. Some people despair and think they are sinners and will go to Hellfire. Tau�bah is so powerful that it can take a person from the lowest levels of Hellfire and raise him to the highest levels of Paradise.

Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the Lord of Mercy, puts mercy in the hearts of every mother in the world by which they love and care for their children. We make mistakes but Allah overlooks our faults. Our worship and good deeds are not perfect but Allah accepts them and multiplies the reward.

Kindly study these articles.

1.
Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php

2.
The importance of Taubah:
http://islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php



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Pre-marriage love broken

My parents had searched a guy for me with whom i got along very well and started loving him trully. We got engaged also after knowing each other for 5 month but just within a month of our engagement he started avoiding me and
broke off the engagement. Its been 6 months now but till date i dont know why he did this. He just told he did not like my nature. I love him even today and cannot forget him. I am deeply hurt and just can�t concentrate in anything else in life
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Please review our main page for details on Dua http://islameasy.org/ . Hope for the best and ask Allah to bless you with a better match.

Respected sister, even if a man is engaged with a woman, he is still a non-Mahram until the actual Nikah is made. Meeting alone or going out with this person is not allowed for her. It is required to observe complete Hijab with him until the Nikah is done.

Islam does not encourage pre-marriage love relationships between a male and female who are non-Mahram to each other. There are limits in Islam regarding love relationships before marriage. Please read more in this article:
Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php

You may read 2 Rakah of Nafl Salah, with intention of Taubah and Salatul Hajat. This is performed like any other Salaah.

After the Salaah, you should recite the following Dua. You may print these pages from web and recite from printed pages or from computer after the Salaah. It is not required to memorize these Dua or read it inside Salaah.

Taubah (from any act of disobedience and sins)
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/47.htm

Salat-ul Hajat
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

(Ask Allah to ease difficulty, clean the heart to focus on good deeds. Also ask Allah to show you if that person was really sincere to you or not).

You may study the following books and articles:

Cure for depression by Shaykh Yunus Patel
http://islameasy.org/pdf/Cure_for_Depression.pdf

Easy Road to Paradise - Golden deeds that lead to success - extracted from
a booklet in Urdu �Jannat ka Asan Rasta� by Shaykh Mufti Mohammad Rafi
Uthmani. http://www.islameasy.org/EasyRoad_Paradise.php]

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

Why is Hijab necessary?
http://islameasy.org/hijab.php


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Depression and losing hope

I have been very depressed and sad for the last few years.. I am a divorced woman and I liked someone very much but parents disagree completely. I have been praying constantly and asking duas, but I am losing hope completely .. My heart is broken and I am unable to find hope in life. This is also the second time that my heart has been broken, why am I being punished so bad?.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us every day. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in
the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah.

Let�s view and ponder over this chart of good deeds
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Convert_Time2Gold.pdf
Every particle of the universe will be left behind, but every deed of a human being will be lifted for the life hereafter! Strong faith and good deeds bring peace and comfort in this life, peace in the grave and gardens
of Paradise in the hereafter. When people forget the purpose of life, many of them terminate their lives without hope. When the human being realizes the purpose of life, an ordinary person can become a means of spreading
guidance to hundreds of thousands of people. There are diamonds, gold, silver and pearls to be discovered inside human heart.

Paradise is a reality � with rivers of milk and honey, palaces of gold and silver, delicious food and fruits, beautiful spouse, always happy, always young, always healthy � a great kingdom for ever and ever for an unending
enjoyment and bliss. Compete with each other to strengthen faith and excel in good deeds and hasten to seize every fleeting moment and turn into gold by a productive activity; sow seeds today to reap a rich harvest tomorrow
and rush at the available opportunity before it is lost for good.

Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful. Allah loves us more than seventy mothers do. Difficulties and trials can become a means of raising our status and earn countless reward. Allah says in the Qur�an: (interpretation of the meaning):

�..Truly the steadfast will be paid their recompense without
limit�[Az-Zumar, 10].

Abu Saeed Al-Khudri and Abu Hurairah (RA) narrate that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: Whenever a Muslim faces fatigue, illness, worry, grief, hurt and sorrow, even gets pricked by a thorn, Allah in lieu of his sufferings removes his sins.� (Bukhari)

"Our anxieties, depression and worries are all created because we first make the decisions and then expect Allah Ta'ala to conform; whereas what we plan and decide is subject to Allah Ta'ala's confirmation." [�Cure for
depression� by Shaykh Yunus Patel]

Islam is a complete way of life and offers a real solution to every problem. Here are some steps one may take to cure depression and laziness, insha Allah.

Love of Allah:
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The human heart is the center of emotions and feelings. It dictates what it desires and works in collaboration with mind to act as a platform of good or evil. The human heart also has hidden treasures of matchless jewels. If found and applied, we can become beloved of Allah. Imagine a
believer (sister) who always remembers and seeks help from her Creator, praises Allah by her tongue, in her heart, expresses gratitude for His bounties, is patient in hardships. She supplicates in all earnestness and
always has good intentions.

Our real love should be for Allah. We love someone due to beauty and excellence, perfectness in knowledge and generosity, loving and caring treatment for us. If we look around and think about the blessings Almighty Allah is showering on us, we will love Him.

He is Allah, besides him there is no god, the All-Knower of the unseen and the seen. He is the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful. He is Allah, besides him there is no god, the King, the Holy, the One Free from all defects, the Giver of security, the Watcher over His creatures, the
All-Mighty, the Compeller, the Supreme. Glory be to Allah! (High is He) above all that they associate as partners with Him. He is Allah, the Creator, the Inventor of all things, the Bestower of forms. To Him belong the Best Names. All that is in the heavens and the earth glorify Him. And
He is the All-Mighty, the All-Wise.[Al-Qur�an, 59: 22-24]
Tau�bah (Repentance):

Depression is caused by displeasing Almighty Allah. When a person transgresses the Laws of Allah, he/she is inflicted with various types of harms such as depression. It is for this reason Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) said Who ever makes Istighfaar in abundance, Allah will make a way out for him from every difficulty, free him from depression and anxiety and Allah will grant him sustenance from avenues he will not imagine.

�Why should Allah punish you if you have thanked (Him) and have believed in Him. And Allah is Ever All Appreciative (of good), All Knowing.�
[An-Nisa 147]

Here is an excellent article on "Tawba & Istaghfaar � Repentance and seeking forgiveness"
http://www.islameasy.org/K202_Tawba.php

Therefore, the depressed person should repent for the past and turn his/her attention to Allah. Focus on pleasing Allah by fulfilling all His commands and He will grant you ease, peace and satisfaction of the heart, mind and soul. In the Zikr (obedience) of Allah is complete tranquility
and peace. Allah is the controller of all situations. If a person is in any difficulty, Allah is the only being that would assist him in coming out of that difficulty. Therefore, turn to Allah and He will take care of
all your problems and misfortunes.

Emaan and righteous deeds:
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�Whoever works righteousness � whether male or female � while he (or she) is a true believer , verily, to him We will give a good life (in this world with respect, contentment and lawful provision), and We shall pay
them certainly a reward in proportion to the best of what they used to do (i.e. Paradise in the Hereafter)� (al- Nahl 16:97 )

Allaah tells us and promises us that whoever combines faith with righteous deeds will have a good life and a good reward in this world and in the Hereafter.

Seeking help with patience and prayer:

Allah says (interpretation of the meaning): �And seek help in patience and al-sal

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Lost in Life

a.
i get disturb with negative thoughts due to some past problems but i want to avoid and think good for every one what should i recite? I always feel worried for my kids?

b. I'm very confused and I want to know what duas I should read to become unconfused!? I'm unhappy because i am lost in life.. I feel like I'm going no where?

c. After and during my paryer (namaz) or reading quran as well as when I am reserching more about isalmic history, why do I have a fear of what is going to happen to me life after death. Does these sort of feelings and fearful thoghts means my emaan is not as strong as good Muslium should be?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Please read these articles:

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Purpose_of_Life_flyer.pdf

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Cure_for_Depression.pdf

Please check on the main page for the method of performing Salatul Hajaat:
http://Islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php


[Editor�s note:
May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity�. Ameen!

This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us everyday. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah.

Daily reading a book of good deeds helps in this situation. You may print a chapter of Muntakhab Ahadith (http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php) and read with your family for 10 minutes together, then make Dua.

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Emaan.pdf
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Hereafter.pdf

Please review our main page for Dua scripts.

Kindly read articles on our site and listen to lectures to increase your knowledge.]

Cure for depression
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Husband with bad habits

I want to know some dua for my husband who is a good human in every way but he is very fond of porn movies and morally bad things like dances, obscene songs.... its very hurting and sometimes push me into depression that it will cause ALLAH anger...now I am a mother of 1 month
old son ..i am more worried..plz tell me some dua of Wazifa that might help me in turning my husband�s heart away from these things and let him be a good muslim as ALLAH Talah wants us to be...
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Firstly:
do not feel too shy to speak to your husband and advise him about these matters, because speaking to him may be more beneficial and make it easier to find a solution. Exhort him and speak to him in an effective manner such as will reach his heart; remind him of the punishment and wrath of
Allah; the torment of Hellfire; remind him of the trust and the responsibility he has towards his wife and children, (as in the hadeeth):
�Each of you is a shepherd and each of you is responsible for his flock;
the man is the shepherd of his household and is responsible for those under his care.�

One of his rights over you is that you should tell him that what he is doing to you is a sin, and that watching these filthy movies is keeping him away from Allah and from remembering Him. Perhaps he will repent and pay heed to your words. Keep repeating that to him, with wisdom and paying attention to what is in your best interests. If he does not respond, then seek the help of someone who you think he will listen to, such as knowledgeable and righteous people, relatives, friends or anyone who may
have some influence over him.

Secondly:
Try to get him to listen to some effective tapes of khutbahs, speeches and lessons, directly or indirectly, and give him some Islamic books, so that maybe his heart will be opened to the truth.

Thirdly:
If none of this has any effect, then appoint an arbitrator from his family and an arbitrator from your family, who you think will be able, by their involvement, to improve the relationship between you and make him give up the evil things he is involved in. These arbitrators should be righteous people, in accordance with the words of Allah
(Interpretation of the meaning):

�If you fear a breach between them (the man and his wife),
appoint (two) arbitrators, one from his family and the other from hers; if they both wish for peace, Allah will cause their reconciliation. Indeed Allah is Ever All-Knower, Well-Acquainted with all things�
[al-Nisaa� 4:35]

If these two arbitrators wish for peace, then we ask Allah to bring you back together in a good and proper manner and to reconcile you with the best relationship there can be between a husband and wife.

In this difficult situation, you must turn to Allah and seek His Help and ask for guidance to make the right decision. We remind you again that it is your duty to remind and advise this man in all situations.

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Emotional relationship with husband

[question summary: Husband does not feel attracted towards wife, while the wife suspect he is involved with another woman]
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Marriage is a great Sunnah whilst divorce is disliked by Allah. Rasul sallallahu alaihi wa sallam has said that if a woman asks for a divorce for no reason, then the smell of paradise is forbidden for her [Tirmidhi].

It is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic. Divorce is permissible only as a last resort.

Ask yourself the reason of your husband's mistrust. Is this his personality? If so, resort to patience, Salaah and Du'a. In most cases, this is because of his lack of confidence, therefore always reassure him of your love for him. If your husband does not trust you because of a
previous error, then seek to regain his love and confidence by displaying your love for him, regret (on the mistake), and make commitment to the marriage. Be ever cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused
the problem.

In any case, do not leave the home without his permission. Do not visit places he dislikes etc. Insha Allah, with patience, Du'a and effort your husband will come to trust you.

Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah narrated that the Rasul sallahu alaihi wasallam said, "If a women prays her five daily prayers, fasts the month of Ramadhaan, guards her chastity and obeys her husband,
it will be said to her, "Enter paradise from whichever of the gates of Paradise you wish"

May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and actions. Ameen!

InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.

You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur�an 30: 21]

Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times every day.

May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!

Kindly review some of the advices on
�Happy Marriage � Living with Peaceand Harmony at Home� at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

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Bangles and henna

1. Is wearing make up haram, such as foundation lip gloss eye liner e.c.t

2. Is wearing bangles haram , such as more than 10 ...

3. Is wearing henna mehndi haram....
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

None of these things are haram.

[Editor�s note:
A wife can decorate herself for her husband.
However, a woman is required to observe complete Hijab in the presence of non-Mahram men. Review this book for details

Why is Hijab necessary?
http://islameasy.org/hijab.php ]


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Plugging eye-brow

Is it allowed for a Muslim woman to plug eyebrow and remove hair on the face
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Since Prophet Mohammad Sallallahu alaihi wa Sallam send laanat (cursed) at this act, a Muslim woman is not allowed to plug her eyebrows. However, she can remove hair from her face (like upper lips and cheeks).

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Salatul Tasbeeh

Advise me about Salatul Tasbih. I have read that it is very beneficial to offer this salat every day, but I
have also read that it is bidah.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Our Beloved Prophet Mohammed (Sallallaho Alihiwassallam) said to his uncle(father�s brother) Sayyiduna Abbass (may Allah be pleased with him) Oh Uncle, shall I not give you Shall I not grant you Shall I not award you Shall I not do mercy on you. When you do 10 things Allah will forgive your
Sins; of the future and of the past; new and old; those you have forgotten and those you did knowingly; big and small; hidden and revealed. Then he (Sallallaho Alihiwassallam) explained and taught the way to pray Salatul Tasbih and then said if you can pray this salah once a day [then do it], if you cannot pray once a day then every Friday, and even if this is not possible then once a month and even if this is not possible then once a year and even if this is not possible then at least once in a lifetime.
[Approximate translation of the meaning of narration in Abu�Dawood &Tirimzi, refer to books of Azkar and Dua for the Arabic text]


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Missing fast

I have not been able to fast for years [due to sickness]. Now I find out from the doctor that i can fast and its been 5 years since I started my menses, so how do i make up all those fasts I didnt keep. Please explain in detail.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Do not be scared, Insha Allah you can make up your fasts. Since this is winter time and the fasts will be shorter, you can start now. In the beginning it might seems hard but you will be done in no time insha Allah.
May Allah make it easy for you. Ameen.

[Editor�s note] For example, every year, in winter (when days are shorter), try to make up some fasts. Even if you fast two days every week, it will be 6-8 days per month and in 3-5 months you can cover missing fast for 1 Ramadan. If you are able to fast 2 days a week for 11 months (outside Ramadan), you can cover 2-3 years of previously mission Ramadan fasting.


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Barakah in wealth

What's the best dua for assistance with money issues?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

The prophet Sallallahu alaihi wa Sallam said, I know of an ayah that if people were to hold on to it, it would suffice them "He who fears Allah, Allah will make an opening
for him, and grant him sustenance from sources he could never imagine, and Allah is sufficient for the one who puts his trust in him" (ibne maajah)
(The Hadith refers to an ayah of soorah Talaq)

It is narrated by Abu Hurairah RA that the Prophet Sallallahu alaihi wa Sallam said, Allah says,
If my servants are obedient to me, I would send down rain during the night and spread sunlight during the day and I will not make them hear the sound of thunder."(Ahmad)

Abu Darda RA says the Prophet Sallallahu alaihi wa Sallam said,"A person�s sustenance searches for him just as his death does" (hilyah)

We understand from the Quran and many ahadeeth, that trust and obedience of Allah is the key to increasing ones sustenance. This is because Allah is the one who owns the treasures of the skies and earth; it will only make sense to make our lives subservient to his commands.

One should remember that whatever is written for man, will reach him.

We should make sure that all our faraaid (compulsory) acts are in order, further, the best way of asking Allah for assistance is through Salaah. We should try not to become despondent or depressed, instead we should remember that Allah will increase our sustenance when the time is right.

Also ask your parents for their duas as there is great strength in the dua of a mother and father.

You can also recite "Hasbonallahu wa ni'mal wakeel" daily.


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Not praying?

I want to know where in the Holy Quran is the punishment for not offering Salat provided.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

These are the following ayaat from Quran:

"What led you into Hell-Fire? They will say; 'We were not of those who prayed;' (The Noble Quran, 74:42-43)"

"So woe to the worshippers who are neglectful of their Prayers, those who (want but) to be seen (of men). (The Noble Quran, 107:4-6)"

"Enjoin prayer on thy people, and be constant therein. We ask thee not to provide sustenance: We provide it for thee. But the (fruit of) the Hereafter is for Righteousness. (The Noble Quran, 20:132)"

"The hypocrites--they think they are over-reaching Allah but He will over-reach them: When they stand up to Prayer, they stand without earnestness, to be seen of men, but little do they hold Allah in
remembrance. (The Noble Quran, 4:142)"

"Their eyes will be cast down--ignominy will cover them; seeing that they had been summoned aforetime to bow in adoration, while they were whole (and had refused). (The Noble Quran, 68:43)"

"So he gave nothing in charity, nor did he pray! (The Noble Quran, 75:31)"

"And when it is said to them, 'Prostrate yourselves!' they do not so. Ah woe, that Day, to the rejecters of Truth! (The Noble Quran, 77:48-49)"



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Skin and beauty

For the last few year i have struggled in my life
i have also struggeld with my eyesight and hearing loss. now another problem has occured, i have visited the doctor but no improvements have been seen and i have also now suffered from acne. what do i do i pray for Allah to make me beautiful getting rid of the scars?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

1) Please check the home page of our website for detailed procedure on salaatul Haajat. Allah is the only one, who could make the impossible, possible. You should turn to Allah and ask him for all your needs.

2) You may recite these following duas:

wa yashfi sudoora qawmim-mumineen
Translation: And [God] shall heal the breast of the believers.
(at-Tawba,9:14)

Yaa ayyuhan-naasu qad ja�atkum maw`izhatum-mir rabbikum wa shifaul-limaa fis-sudoor, wa hudan wa rahmatun lil-mumineen

Translation: O Mankind, there has come to you a guidance from your Lord and a healing for (the diseases) in your hearts, and for those who believe a guidance and a mercy. (Yunus, 10:57)

3) You may recite these following verses of Quran 100 times after Isha, accompanying with durood shareef:

"Laqad Khalaqnal Insana fee Ahsani Taqweem" (Surah Teen, Verse 3) and
"..Anni Mughlobun Fantasir" (Surah Qamar, verse10)




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Wudu breaks due to bad cough

I have had a bad cough for about 5 years. Sometimes while at prayer I begin to cough continuously causing my .. wudu to break.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

The rule in regards to Ma�zoor (she who can't keep her wudhu), such a woman should offer her Salaah as follows: This woman is to make wudu at the time of every Salah. As long as that Salah time remains her wudu will remain, she can read the Salah of that time and read Quran just as anyone else can. However, if apart from this problem some other matter crops up which causes her wudu to break, then her wudu will break and will have to repeat the wudu. (Bahisti Zewar[Heavenly Ornaments] by Shaykh Ashaf Ali
Thanvi -72,100)


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Marriage of choice

I have been in a relationship with a guy .. now his father wants him to marry his sister in law's sister whereas he doesn�t want to. He loves me and I love him and I want to marry him. Please help me as I am getting psycho day by day.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

You should do Istikhara to find out whether that person is right for you or not. You can pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah. This is a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a.

The most preferred time for this prayer is the last portion of the night
before the fajr prayer. But you can pray it at other times too.
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

Cure for depression
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Istehaza

what exactly is considered to be istihaza?
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There is no maximum limit for tahir (paak) time between two menses however, the minimum period of haiz (periods) is three days and three nights and the maximum period is ten days and ten nights. Blood which flows for less than three days and three nights is not haiz but it is referred to as istehaaza (flowing of the blood out of the normal period).
This happens on account of some sickness or weakness of the body. If blood flows for more than ten days and then nights then all those days beyond ten days will be regarded as istehaaza.

The rule in regards to istehaaza is the same as for the one whose nose bleeds continuously. Such a woman should offer her salaat, fast, and should not leave out these. It is also permissible to have sexual relation with her husband.

A person who is facing istehaaza undergoes the same proceedure as a mazur. This woman is to make wudu at the time of every salaat. As long as that salaat time remains her wudu will remain, she can read the salaat of that
time and read Quran just as anyone else. However, if apart from this bleeding some other matter crops up which causes her wudu to break, then her wudu will break and will have to repeat the wudu. (Bahishti Zewar 72,100)



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Haraam earnings

I recently I have come really close to Islam. and now i have come to know that the job I have is haram . I feel so much stress because of my haram job, I have come to know that Allah do not listen to that person whose earning is haram. I feel so much anxiety because of my haram job.
Should I keep my jobs and search for another job?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Sister, you can keep this job while you are looking for a better one.As soon as you find a place where you can earn Halal then just quit this one.
Also please review the following articles:

Tau�bah (Seeking Forgiveness)
-----------------------------------------
Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the all-Merciful and all-Forgiving, declares in the Holy Qur�an:

�Say: O My slaves who have transgressed against themselves (by committing evil deeds and sins)! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah, verily Allah forgives all sins. Truly, He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.� [Qur�an 39:53]

It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to rectify ourselves by turning to Him and begging for His forgiveness. Our mountains of evil deeds are nothing
before the vast ocean of the mercy of Allah.

Abu Dhar RadiyAllahu `anhu reports that Rasulullah Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam in a Hadith Qudsi (a hadith in which the Blessed Prophet s quotes Allah) said: �Indeed Allah the Almighty and Majestic says:

�O My slave! Verily, as long as you worship Me and have hope in Me, I shall forgive you for what you have done; O My slave! If you meet Me with an earthful of sins, but do not associate any partner with Me, I would grant you a forgiveness as great as the whole world.� (Musnad Ahmad)

Committing sins may make you sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed with yourself. But if you return to Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive you. There is no other door to knock
to solve our issues. None can forgive sins except Him. He calls us to the abode of peace (Paradise); He is the Almighty who hides our faults and He alone can replace our bad deeds with good deeds.

The door of repentance is always open for a person until he dies or until the sun rises from the west, whichever comes first. When something is a necessity Allah provides it in abundance like air and water. Since we are always sinful and negligent of Allah and Satan and the self are always
inciting us towards evil, therefore tau�bah is provided in abundance so we can turn back to Allah.

Allah has created a solution to every sickness even if it may be the poison of a snake. Satan and sins are a major sickness and the cure for it is in tau�bah and istighfar, crying in front of Allah with deep regret in the heart.

Whenever our tau�bah breaks we should make tau�bah again. Some people despair and think they are sinners and will go to Hellfire. Tau�bah is so powerful that it can take a person from the lowest levels of Hellfire and raise him to the highest levels of Paradise.

Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the Lord of Mercy, puts mercy in the hearts of every mother in the world by which they love and care for their children. We make mistakes but Allah overlooks our faults. Our worship and good deeds are not perfect but Allah accepts them and multiplies the reward.

Do not fall into minor sins. Minor sins leads to major sins the way a spark may start a fire and burn down a house. A believer should run away from sin as one runs away from a snake. Even a minor sin makes a true believer restless as if a mountain is above his head and is about to fall
on him and crush him.

Make a U-turn in life, wash off your slate of deeds � eliminate the bad deeds and protect your good deeds.

Method of making Tau�bah:
One should make sincere tau�bah to Allah for one's sins. The requisites of tau�bah are the following:

1. To immediately abstain from the sin.
2. To regret and wish one had never indulged in the sin.
3. To resolve to never commit the sin again.

4. If one have violated the rights of another person it is necessary to seek forgiveness from that person.

After making sincere tau�bah be confident in the acceptance of your tau�bah. Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala) is all-Merciful and all-Forgiving. He is always ready to accept the repentance of His sinful slaves. Allah says in Surah Al-e-Imran:

�And those who, when they have committed Fahishah or wronged themselves with evil, remember Allah and ask forgiveness for their sins - and none can forgive sins but Allah - And do not persist in what (wrong) they have
done, while they know.� [Al-Qur�an 3:135]

After repenting, one should try to live according to the will of Allah i.e. the Qur�an and Sunnah. This will bring the utmost peace and tranquility into one�s life.

Benefits of Tau�bah:
The Qur�an describes the story of Prophet Nuh (AS),

"I said (to them): Ask forgiveness from your Lord; Verily, He is Oft-Forgiving; He will send rain to you in abundance; And give you increase in wealth and children, and bestow on you gardens and bestow on you rivers. " [Surah Nooh ,chapter 71:10-12]

One who makes Tau�bah reestablishes his relationship with the Creator of the heavens and earth.


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Father-in-law

We have been living with my in laws for 3 years since we are married, and now we have a daughter 16 months old. I wish to move out and start my own family, but my husband is afraid to what his father would say or if his parents would be hurt. He is 30 years old. Should we still live with his
parents because his parents don't want him to move? his father is very strict and my husband always afraid of him and does not talk to him unless need be. sometimes he says he is not happy living at home.
Also he works for his fathers business for the past 8 years and when and if my husband tries to do something on his own, his father always stops him and does not let him do anything. should my husband still do what he wants to do, look for other means to earn so he can provide for our daughter and me? Should we move out even if his parents are not happy about it?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan.Ameen inshaAllah.

Islam teaches respect, sympathy and tolerance. Kind treatment of parents is a quality of the believer. The Quraan and Ahaadith are replete with rders and advices of being obedient to one's parents.

Allah states, "And worship Allah and do not ascribe any partner to Him and be favorable to parents." (Banu Israaeel).

Despite your father in law having enough property and a well balance, helping and giving to one�s parents will only increase the barakah in your life and sustenance. As long as you can afford to give financial aid to your father and still provide for your family, you should try your best
and give what you can to your father in law. InshaAllah, Allah Ta�ala will reward you for your kindness and obedience to your father in law and will only increase you in your status in this world and the hereafter.




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How to increase Faith?

Although i pray five times daily, and also have full faith in Allah, but sometimes, my faith tends to be shaken..and I (apear to) lose all my iman. can you please tell me any dua in order to strengthen my iman and be a good muslim
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us everyday. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah.

Daily reading a book of good deeds helps in this situation. You may print a chapter of Muntakhab Ahadith (http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php) and read with your family for 10 minutes together. then make Dua.

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Emaan.pdf
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Hereafter.pdf

Kindly read articles on our site and listen to lectures to increase your knowledge.

Also, read Ta'leem-ul-Islam (Teachings of Islam) every chapter. Print the books and articles from our site and read togather with your family. Invite sisters from your neighbors to read these books, but do not engage in discussions or debates outside what is described in the books.

Here is an article on Taubah http://Islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php

The following articles may also help you:
Tawba & Istaghfaar � Repentance and seeking forgiveness
http://Islameasy.org/K202_Tawba.php

Cure for depression
http://Islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

How should Every Muslim live through day and night?
http://www.Islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php

Dua from Qur'an
http://www.Islameasy.org/Dua_from_Quran.php

Salaatul Haajah:
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It is narrated by Abdullah bin Obi owfaa RA that the Messenger of Allah said "Whoever has a need from Allah, or in relation to man, he should perform wudu in a complete and beautiful way, then offer 2 rakaahs of salah. He should then praise Allah and send Salawaat (durood) upon Nabi
sallallahu alaihi wa sallam, and then say:

"Laa ilaaha illallaahul haleemul kareem-subhaanallahi rabbil arshil azeem-wal hamdulilaahi rabbil aalameen -as aluka moojibaati rahmatik-wa azaaima maghfiratik-wal ghaneemata min kulli birr- was salaamati min kulli
ithm- laa tada' lanaa dhamban illaa ghafartah-walaa hamman illaa farrajtah-walaa haajatan hiya laka ridan illaa qadaytahaa -yaa arhamar rawhimeen" (Ibne Maajah-Tirmizi)

We learn from the Quraan and Sunnah that we should engage in Salaah for all our needs. The best time of offering optional prayers is in the last portion of the night, when the entire creation is in sleep and in a state
of neglect, this is a great time to earn the help and pleasure of Allah.
If one is unable to do this, he/she may offer Salaah at any other time,(aside from the makrooh times)

You can also recite Rabbi Zidni Ilma many times everyday.



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Obeying husband

Sister I am a very Religiouse woman� therefore I want to do what is right and what pleases allah.
My question is, both my husband and I live at my parent�s place, we lived here since we got married but now my husband is saying that he wants us to move to another state because he doesn't like my patents, and my parents
are refusing for me go. so can I follow my husband or stay with my parents?
Also can I make Salat-ul-Istikhara on this?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Sister, in your situation, you have to listen to your husband. Also you may seek help of Allah through Salaatul Haajah. Please check on the main page for the method of performing it. http://Islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah �Do not go by the book of �My Rights�. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.

The unfortunate part is that the husband opens the chapter of his rights and the wife opens the chapter of her rights. The parents open the chapter of their rights, and the children, of their rights. The teacher, his
rights and the pupils, their rights, and then everyone demands fulfillment of these rights.

No doubt, rights have been declared so that no person should stop short of their fulfillment, but you cannot have a peaceful society if there is just demand for rights and no fulfillment of corresponding obligations.�

(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)

You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur�an 30: 21]

Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.

Kindly review some of the advices on �Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home� at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php


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Husband and in laws problem

My husband used to love me a lot, but he does not care for me anymore plz tell me any surah so that he start loving me and show alot of care? and i always givee respect to my in lwas but they dont talk to me and my husband's father teaches him alot of wrong thing, please tell me so that they all won�t interfere in my life.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Marriage is a great Sunnah and it is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic.

Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah narrated that the Rasul sallahu alaihi wasallam said, "If a women prays her five daily prayers,fasts the month of Ramadhaan, guards her chastity and obeys her husband,it will be said to her, "Enter paradise from whichever of the gates of Paradise you wish"

May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and actions. Ameen!

InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.

You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur�an 30: 21]

Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times every day.

May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!

Kindly review some of the advices on
�Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home� at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php



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Dua for children

[family did not have a child for 11 years]
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Assalaamu 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.


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Tahajjud prayer

how to pray tahajjud prayer?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

If the prayer is performed after one had slept then it is called Tahajjud, otherwise it is called Qiyam-al-lail.

The time of Tahajjud starts after obligatory prayer of Isha and extends till dawn. There is no specific time for this prayer so it may be performed at any time of night but the preferred time is the last third of the night.
There is no specific number of Rakahs of this night prayer.


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Mother left home with children

my sister in law left my brother and took three children with her one and half year ago. Since then my brother did everything to bring her family back.
Please make duwa for my brother and send me some duwa so i
can pray for them too.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

One should also read these duas 11 times in morning and evening:
1) Rabbi inni maghlobun fan tasir
2) Rabbi inni lima anzalta ilayya min khairin faqeer
3) Recite last two ayats of Surah Tauba seven times daily

Please review our main page for Dua scripts.

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Love and Marriage decision

I love my cousin, my question is that is it right or wrong according to Islam becousee he also love me and wanna marry me but no one konws this except me and him!
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

First of all, you should do istikhara to find out whether that person is right for you or not. you can pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah. This is a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a. The Dua's can be
found in Du'a books. A good Du'a book that has been translated in various languages is Al-Hisnul Haseen. The most preferred time for this prayer is the last portion of the night before the fajr prayer. But you can pray it
at other times too.

It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala bestow on us another bounty, or grant us relief from a difficulty, or a reward is
given to us in the Akhirah in place of it. Alhamdulillah,
Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not be hasty or ungrateful.

In addition, it is important to research and read books and articles on marriage so that we look for the qualities in a man that are pleasing to Allah Ta'ala. There are articles on this website too. Do read them and arm yourself with the knowledge of Deen.

May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolness of your eyes. Ameen!

Du'a for Istikhara:
http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.htm

Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
http://www.islameasy.org/Cure_PreRelations.php

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Salatul Hajat and istikharah

what shuld we do if we did istikharah even more then 7 tymes but still we had no dream then what to do now?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Another Salaat that we suggest is Salaatul Hajat, which Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) told the Companions to perform when they are faced with a need. One should perform ablution in the Sunnah manner and then offer two rakaat of salaah with complete devotion. After this, one
should praise Allah with the recitation of His most glorious names, then recite Durood Sharief, and then recite the following dua:

La ilaha illalLahu-Haleemul-kareem. Subhana Allahi rabi el-`arshil `azeem. Al-Hamdulilahi rabbi il-`Alameen. As'aluka mujibati rahmatika, wa `aza'ima maghfiratika, wal-`ismata min kuli dhanb, wal ghaneemata min kuli birr,
was-salamata min kuli ithm. La tada` li dhanban illa ghafartahu,wala hamman illa farajtahu, wala hajatan hiya laka ridan illa qadaytaha ya arhama ar-rahimeen.

(There is no god but Allah, the Ever-Clement, the Most Generous. I celebrate the Glory of Allah, the Lord of the Magnificent Throne. All praise and thanks are due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. I beseech You, seeking that which will draw me closer to Your mercy, and that which will
make certain for me Your Forgiveness. O Allah, grant me protection against any sin, and a share of every virtue. Do not leave me a sin withoutforgiving it, a worry without relieving me of it, or a need that meets with Your pleasure without providing for it, O Most Merciful Lord.)

After reciting the above dua, beseech Allah Ta�ala regarding one�s needs and desires.



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Baby sleepless

My nephew is 9 months mashallah. He isnt sleeping very well in the night, keep waking up every few hours screaming and crying. Was wondering if there is any surat we could read? He also seems to be ill all the time.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless his mother with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan,forgiveness, have mercy on her, elevate her status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

May Allah Ta'ala ease the present difficulty she is experiencing with her beloved little one, ameen. Some babies are just that way and they settle down eventually. Remember, her stage in Jannah are being raised with all
the patience (sabr) and care she have for her child. Her night has been turned into day and perhaps her days have been turned into night as her sleep pattern has been disrupted. Think about why it is that Nabi
(salallaahu alayhi wassallam) mentioned that a mother has preference of honor before a father. All her sacrifices are being noted by Allah Ta'ala.

You may recite these following duas for his health:

wa yashfi sudoora qawmim-mumineen
Translation: And [God] shall heal the breast of the believers. (at-Tawba,
9:14)

Yaa ayyuhan-naasu qad ja�atkum maw`izhatum-mir rabbikum wa shifaul-limaa fis-sudoor, wa hudan wa rahmatun lil-mumineen

Translation: O Mankind, there has come to you a guidance from your Lord and a healing for (the diseases) in your hearts, and for those who believe a guidance and a mercy. (Yunus, 10:57)



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Baby Health

My baby is going for surgery straight after birth and at least 5 weeks in hospital for recovery.
Is there anything I can read to ensure good health for me and my baby and quick recovery time.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

You may recite these following duas for health:

wa yashfi sudoora qawmim-mumineen
Translation: And [God] shall heal the breast of the believers. (at-Tawba,9:14)

Yaa ayyuhan-naasu qad ja�atkum maw`izhatum-mir rabbikum wa shifaul-limaa fis-sudoor, wa hudan wa rahmatun lil-mumineen

Translation: O Mankind, there has come to you a guidance from your Lord and a healing for (the diseases) in your hearts, and for those who believe a guidance and a mercy. (Yunus, 10:57)

Please review our main page for additional Dua scripts.


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Losing love, quarrel at home

1. I don�t have any feelings for my husband and we don�t get along at all and when he calls me I get so mad and want to scream and yell, please tell me what to do I pray and pray and ask Allah to heal this problems and make me love him and live a happy life. Please sister what should i do i been married for two years and this two years been hell to us. 2. my husband said we gonna move to another state because he doesn't like my parents for some reason and I refused because I don't want to live far from my parents and plus I have a job here and I don't want to live it so is it a sin If I don't do what he says. 3. please tell me which dua wazifa i should recite to get unconditional love from my husband & to make him attracted towards me.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Marriage is a great Sunnah and it is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic. Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah narrated that the Rasul sallahu alaihi wasallam said, "If a women prays her five daily prayers,fasts the month of Ramadhaan, guards her chastity and obeys her husband,it will be said to her, "Enter paradise from whichever of the gates of Paradise you wish" May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and actions. Ameen! InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same. You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur�an 30: 21] Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times every day. May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen! Kindly review some of the advices on �Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home� at our main page http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

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Husband involved with other women

My husband is indulged in drinking and also involved with other women, and there is too much problem in our home, his behavior with children and me is not good. kindly send me some wazeefa for him.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. Due to the influence of Shaytaan, bad desires and environment outside and inside the home, sometimes a married man starts making an affair with a non-Mahram woman and may lose interest in his own wife at home. This article discusses some causes of this problem and a few suggestions for the wife to re-gain her husband�s love. At the time of concern and tension in domestic affairs, review your life pattern to see in how many ways you can improve yourselves. Protection of eyes: -------------------- This is one of the biggest concerns in the Ummah today, affecting both the young an old. The outside environment (streets, markets, workplaces, social events) and media inside homes (TV, magazines, internet) and filled with opportunities to look at non-Mahram faces. If someone does not protect the eyes and looks with lust and desires, his heart may be occupied with dozens of beautiful faces and may easily forget his own wife. Disrespect and quarrels at home: -------------------------------- Even if the wife is sincere in her heart, sometimes abusing the tongue on domestic issues may lead the husband to feel disrespected. If the wife does not treat the husband well, he may find more peace talking to strange women outside home. Usually the people outside home (for example, at the markets and social events) appear more polite, courteous and keeping a soft and sweet-tone. This is a �big competition� for the spouse at home to surpass the loving and admiring attitude experienced in the outside world! Suggestions for Happy Marraige ------------------------------ Kindly review our advice on Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home at http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php Manners and protection of tongue: ---------------------------------- From our elders we have learned that the best method to increase the love between the husband and the wife is to obtain great morals and etiquettes and to guard our tongue. By doing both of those, one will be able to attract your spouse into a never ending love. Please review the following article: http://islameasy.org/K213_Tongue_protection.php List of husband�s likes and dislikes: ------------------------------------- Living closely for a period of time, the wife knows the secrets of do�s and don�ts which pleases the husband. At the time of difficulty and concern, when the husband is not behaving well, extra precaution should be taken and a �selfless� attitude is needed to win his heart. Looking for rights or love? --------------------------- �Do not go by the book of �My Rights�. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.� (Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa) A warm-welcome of the husband: ------------------------------ When the husband enters home and looks at the wife with love and mercy and wife also looks at the husband with love and mercy, Allah looks at both of them with mercy. Entering and leaving home with Salam and Du�a keeps the Shaytaan away. The wife at home should decorate herself for the husband when he arrives home and meet with him cheerfully. On the other hand, when a woman goes out of her home (for example, for a social event), she should wear simple and modest clothing and observe complete Hijaab in front of non-Mahram. In practice, this is not followed in today�s society which opens the door of issues. Virtues of good deeds: ---------------------- Imagine a pious wife making Du�a for his husband after every Salah: May Allah make him a pious man! May Allah bless him with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! May Allah accept all his good deeds and keep Shaytaan away from him! Pray Salat-ul-Hajat and Istekhara before making important decisions. See the main page at http://islameasy.org/ Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your spouse. Increase time for Du�a, especially if you could wake up during the last part of night. Here is a startup script and examples of Dua: Dua from the Core of Heart http://islameasy.org/pdf/Duae_Walihana.pdf Munajaat-e-Maqbool http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php Environment of pious people: ---------------------------- Find a pious Shaykh near your area and encourage the husband to attend his programs with intention to acquire the love of Allah Almighty. Listen to lectures and read books on pious husband and wife. Read books of virtues (like Muntakhab Ahadith, Riyadus-Saliheen) with your family for 5-10 minutes every evening. Request the husband to bring some Islamic books of good deeds, Du�a and zikr for the family. If there is a gathering for Taleem (Islamic knowledge to increase faith and good deeds) encourage your spouse to attend. Your masjid Imam and community may help you find such programs. Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful. May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! Ameen! Recommended Readings for wife: -------------------------------- The Rights of Husband by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/the-rights-of-husband The Rights of a Husband and his Status* by Shaykh Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani *Discourses on Islamic Way of Life volume-2, Darul-Ishaat, Karachi,Pakistan (translation of Islahi Khutbaat, translated by Iqbal Hussain Ansari) Recommended Readings for Husband: ----------------------------------- The Rights of Women by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/rights-of-women

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Hijab and visiting a salon

Is it true that Muslim women can not go to the salon and get waxed by another female but they should do it themselves at home.
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Yes, a Muslim woman is not allowed to show her body to another woman, except for a medical reason. Now a days you can you buy the material and do waxing at home for yourself.

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Bad dreams

I have had several different dreams � what i might be doing wrong as i feel bad
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Dreams can be interpreted but all have them are (not) meaningful. Sometimes what we see is what we did in our daily life. Another thing is that, make a habit of sleeping in the sunnah way, for example making wudhu before going to bed, sleep on your right side, keeping right palm under right cheek, recite Kalimas, Duas, Ayatul Kursi and Qul. Insha Allah everything will be fine.

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Ablution breaks

Whenever I perform ablution - at some point, It breaks - pretty quick - I redo it, and sometimes when I manage to complete it, It breaks again, and when I actually manage to complete it and start to perform Salah, It breaks, It's really frustrating and tiring, I try and I redo it again but at some point it becomes so overwhelming and unbearable but I try, I try!
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

The rule in regards to Ma�zoor (she who can't keep her wudhu), such a woman should offer her Salaah as follows:
This woman is to make wudu at the time of every Salah. As long as that Salah time remains her wudu will remain, she can read the Salah of that time and read Quran just as anyone else can. However, if apart from this problem some other matter crops up which causes her wudu to break, then
her wudu will break and will have to repeat the wudu. (Bahisti Zewar[Heavenly Ornaments] by Shaykh Ashaf Ali Thanvi -72,100)


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Mother-in-law causing problem

I would like to know Islamic teachings about mother in law? We used to reside with her but she promised lies on Holy Quran and then later admitted that it was a false promise, against my character. its been 5 months. I do not talk to her but now she is persuading my husband to let
her stay with us. I want to know that by refusing that I am not commiting a sin. I cannot live like a hypocrite and smile when deep inside I know what she thinks of me and how she treated me before. I can forgive her but I am not able to forget her behavior. She mistreated my
family always when they used to come to visit me which was only twice in one year. What can I do and What can i say to her and my husband?

Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Allah says in the Noble Quran (Chapter 41, Surah Fussilat):

34. "The good deed and the evil deed cannot be equal. Repel (the evil) with one which is better (i.e. Allah ordered the faithful believers to be patient at the time of anger, and to excuse those who treat them badly), then verily! he, between whom and you there was enmity, (will become) as though he was a close friend.

35. But none is granted it (the above quality) except those who are patient, and none is granted it except the owner of the great portion (of the happiness in the Hereafter i.e. Paradise and in this world of a high moral character).

36. And if an evil whisper from Shaitan (Satan) tries to turn you away (O Muhammad SAW) (from doing good, etc.), then seek refuge in Allah. Verily, He is the All-Hearer, the All-Knower."

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I understand your feelings, but let me ask you a simple question. If it would be your own mother, what would you do? Or it could be you, what response would you expect from your daughter in law? No one is perfect,everyone makes mistake. If you will forgive her and respect her, it will
not be counted as hypocrisy. On the other hand your husband will appreciate you for doing that and also Allah will be pleased with you, insha Allah.

May Allah make it easy for you Ameen.


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Daughter getting disobedient and forgetting Salah

I have an eleven year old daughter who is causing me some struggles at this moment in time. For some time I've been having doubts that she isn't praying her salat properly. I wanted to sit down and listen to her prayer however, an incident occurred whereby I found out that she has forgotten
all her salat. I had to sit down with her and go through everything all over again. She says that she forgot her salat due to a close friend of mine dying some months back, however, I don't believe this since she prays
five times a day, so how could she forget it? I understand if a person leaves it and doesn't go back to prayer for months but she stands with us (I assumed) doing her salat correctly.

On top of everything else, her attitude is horrendous. She answers back to me, arguments escalate over nothing, she shouts at me, she has no respect for myself and her other sister. She wasn't like this before and she used to be a nice person. I don't know what's gone wrong with my daughter. What should I do, both with salat and with her general attitude to her family?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

You mentioned she is eleven right? This is the time the body goes through hormonal changes. Basically, puberty is all about hormones. Puberty is a name for the time when you start to change from a child to an adult. Puberty is normal- it happens to everyone. Feeling angry is normal during puberty because of the hormonal changes.

The physical and emotional changes of puberty don't always happen together. It's possible that one could begin to mature emotionally before any physical changes happen. In other words�she could feel older but still look like a kid or she could look older, but still feel like a kid.
Adolescence can be kind of crazy because she is no longer a child, but not yet an adult.

I know that you are obliged to discipline her for her errors and also wanting her to love her Salaah, not fear it. Sister, we have to realize that we can�t expect a perfect Salaah from a child, of course she will make mistakes and we will guide her from time to time. If you want her to love her Salaah, the best thing for that is to have daily Taleem from the book �Fazaail-e-Amaal�. Insha Allah in few days you will see a change in her Salah.

[Editor's note]
Clean home environment:
Make an effort to remove any bad literature, digests, TV, pictures and movies from your home. Such things only take the Ummah to a path of immodesty and bad desires.

May Allah make her coolness of your eyes. Ameen.

Virtues of Prayers (Salah)
http://islameasy.org/pdf/Prayers_Salah.pdf

Virtues of Knowledge
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/MA_Virtues_Ilm.pdf

Virtues of the noble Qur'an
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/MA_Virtues_Quran.pdf


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Son is not learning Salah

I am in a dilemma as to how to guide my son to do his Salah properly. He has been taught his Salah from an early age and mashallah he has generally been good, but he still sometimes looses his concentration and makes careless mistakes. He has now reached the age of ten and he is still
making mistakes including even reciting Surah Fatiha and sometimes gets his position in sajdah wrong. My husband says we are obliged to discipline him for his errors, now he is ten, according to the well-known hadith, or
they will become habitual, but I do not wish to put him off his prayer. I want him to love his Salah, not fear it. If you could provide any advice on how to guide him to regular and correct Salah, I would be most grateful.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Yes, your husband is right about the fact that you are obliged to discipline him for his errors and you are right to about wanting him to love his Salah, not fear it. Sister, we have to realize that we can�t expect a perfect salaah from a child, of course he will make mistakes and
we will guide him from time to time. If you want him to love his salaah, the best thing for that is to have daily Taleem from the book �Fazaail-e-Amaal�. Insha Allah in few days you will see a change in his namaz.

May Allah SWT make him coolness of your eyes. Ameen.

Virtues of Prayers (Salah)
http://islameasy.org/pdf/Prayers_Salah.pdf

Virtues of Knowledge
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/MA_Virtues_Ilm.pdf

Virtues of the noble Qur'an
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/MA_Virtues_Quran.pdf


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Baby Name

I wanted to get some suggestions for pr baby names. We don�t know that gender..( inshallah whatever Allah decided for us). We wanted to have our baby�s names
meaning as winner, enlighten or any thing similar way. Please suggest good BOY and GIRL names so that will be easy for us.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

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

Rasulullah sallallhu alaihi wa sallam also said "Allah the exalted likes best the names Abdullah and Abdur Rahman". (Muslim)

It is also desirable to keep the names of Prophets (AS), companions of the prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) or pious scholars.

There are many resources that you may use to select a good and beautiful name for your child. One resource for Islamic names is
http://www.islameasy.org/islamic-names.php


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Dua to get married

is there any dua or amal that i could recite to get married to the person i love? the only thing we are having problem to get married is we are really far from each other.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

You should do Istikhara to find out whether that person is right for you or not. You can pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah. This is a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a.

The most preferred time for this prayer is the last portion of the night before the fajr prayer. But you can pray it at other times too.
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!

To have one's wishes accepted, one may seek the help of Allah through Salaatul Haajah. Please check on the main page for the method of
performing it. http://Islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

We would advise you not to be hasty in expecting your du'as or wishes to be fulfilled. Things happen according to the wish of Allah. If a prayer is delayed in being answered, then that is what is best for us at the time.
If it is not answered in this world, then it is kept for the Aakhirah, where its rewards will benefit us. And Allah knows best.


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Dua for Eczema

My sister is asthmatic & now for a few years she is having Eczema. It gets worse whenever the season changes. Is there any Dua or Wazeefa that could be done to solve her problem?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

1) Please check the home page of our website for detailed procedure on salaatul Haajat. Allah is the only one who could make the impossible, possible. You should turn to Allah and ask him for all your needs.

2) You may recite these following duas for your health:

wa yashfi sudoora qawmim-mumineen
Translation: And [God] shall heal the breast of the believers. (at-Tawba,9:14)

Yaa ayyuhan-naasu qad ja�atkum maw`izhatum-mir rabbikum wa shifaul-limaa fis-sudoor, wa hudan wa rahmatun lil-mumineen

Translation: O Mankind, there has come to you a guidance from your Lord and a healing for (the diseases) in your hearts, and for those who believe a guidance and a mercy. (Yunus, 10:57)


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Wrinkles on face

wrinkles and lines making me feel older than my Age. Im not yet Married. Give me a Wazifa to remove those Winkles & lines on my Face.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan,forgiveness, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen!

1) Please check the home page of our website for detailed procedure on salaatul Haajat. Allah is the only one who could make the impossible, possible. You should turn to Allah and ask him for all your needs.

2) You may recite these following verses of Quran 100 times after Isha accompanying with durood shareef:

"Laqad Khalaqnal Insana fee Ahsani Taqweem" (Surah Teen, Verse 3) and
"..Anni Mughlobun Fantasir" (Surah Qamar, verse10)

Then make dua.


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Fasting and breastfeeding baby

i have a 2 month old baby and am breastfeeding do i need to fast in ramadan?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

[The following is based on a translation from Bahishti Zewar[Heavenly Ornaments] by Shaykh Ashraf Ali Thanvi]
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"A pregnant or breastfeeding woman is permitted not to fast if she fears for the life of her child or her own life. She must make Qada of the missed fasts at a later date. However, if her husband is wealthy and he can afford to pay a wet nurse to breast-feed his child, it will not be permissible for her to miss out any fast on account of breastfeeding. However, the child is such that he refuses to drink to milk of anyone other than his mother's, it will be permissible for the woman not to fast on account of breastfeeding."
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The sister may ask her physician about health issues and consult with a Mufti for fatwa when in doubt.

And if she skips the fast in Ramadan, she will have to fast equal number of days later as Qada when appropriate.


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New to Islam and serving Parents

I had a question about converting to Islam. I believe and it is in Islam that you should respect your parents, however if one was to convert to Islam is it not a sin
that you have gone against your parents wishes? Some parents can disagree yet accept, whereas others may disown. I would appreciate it if you could send me some
information about this because I'm very confused.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Thank you very much for your question on respecting parents while observing Islam.

Islam is a religion of Mercy, Peace and Blessing. Its teachings emphasize kind heartedness, help, sympathy, forgiveness, sacrifice, love and care. If we understand it correctly, we will wish it for everyone, including our family and fellow human beings.
Kindly review this article http://islameasy.org/K_Islam_Mercy.php

Observing Islam and achieving salvation in the eternal life hereafter is an individual�s choice � a personal matter.

A Muslim has true love and obedience of Allah Almighty. Since Allah commands good treatment of parents and fellow human beings, A Muslim is also kind to them, for the sake of Allah�s pleasure. There are limits to obedience for anyone if that comes against our obedience to Allah, who is the Creator of everyone! These two aspects are not contradictory, so there should be no confusion.
Why do you think practicing Islam is disrespect to parents or Non-Muslims?

In the life hereafter, no one will be able to save other person. Everyone is responsible for her own faith and actions. Practicing Islam is not a sin even if one has gone against her parents� wishes.

You will find it truly amazing that the answer comes direct from God, in the Holy Qur�an, Chapter 31, Verses 14-15

14. And We have enjoined on man (to be dutiful and good) to his parents. His mother bore him in weakness and hardship upon weakness and hardship, and his weaning is in two years - give thanks to Me and to your parents, unto Me is the final destination.

15. But if they (both) strive with you to make you join in worship with Me others that of which you have no knowledge, then obey them not, but behave with them in the world kindly, and follow the path of him who turns to Me in repentance and in obedience. Then to Me will be your return, and I shall tell you what you used to do.

Islam teaches respect, sympathy and tolerance. Kind treatment of parents is a quality of the believer. The Quraan and Ahaadith are replete with orders and advices of being obedient to one's parents.
Allah states, "And worship Allah and do not ascribe any partner to Him and be favorable to parents." (Banu Israaeel).

The Prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, "Paradise lies under the feet of the mothers."

It is clear from the above quotations that one should respect their parents and be favorable to them. The ruling is general. It includes parents who are Muslims as well as non-Muslims. Asma (Radhiallaahu Anha) states that her mother was a non-Muslim and came to visit her, she enquired from the Prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) if she can enjoin ties with her non-Muslim mother. The Prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) replied, "Yes". (Bukhari vol.2)

Maintaining ties with non-Muslim parents or relatives presents one with an ideal situation to convey the etiquettes of Islam in a practical way.

It is also important to point out that in dealing with non-Muslim parents or relatives, one must not compromise in one's Islamic values and principles. It is incorrect to obey anyone against the orders of Allah.

Finally, there is no compulsion in religion. Islam is the continuation of the same original message brought by all previous prophets.

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Colorful outer-garment

1. Is there a problem with colors (not transparent) such as baby blue, pink, red, tan, yellow as a overgarment?
2. I have red many hadiths about colors such as orange, green but some sisters in the Ummah have made negative comments about such colors?
3. Am I wrong for wanting to wear colors now instead of Black
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen! The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!

Veil is legitimately defined as the dress that covers the whole body of the woman including her head, face, hands and feet. It should be long,loose and plain not defining her shape. Veil has been prescribed for women to block the road to sin. In short, veiling is a source of covering the
face, hands, feet and other parts of the body. Allah Ta�ala states, �And they should draw their veils over their bosoms.� (24:31)

�O Prophet! Tell your wives and your daughters and the women of the believers to draw their cloaks (veils) all over their bodies (except eyes to see the way). That will be better, that they should be known (as free
respectable women) so as not to be annoyed.� (33:59)

The purpose of veiling is to safeguard woman from the biased looks of men and to provide her a pure atmosphere at home so that she can perform her household duties properly and contribute to improve the whole society as Allah states, �And stay in your houses, and do not display yourselves like that of the former times of ignorance.� (33:33)

Woman is Allah�s beautiful creation. On one hand, she satisfies her husband�s desires and on the other hand, she plays a significant role in the growth of the human generations. No doubt, a woman has a great attraction for a man. Due to this attraction, it is feared he will indulge in sins. Therefore, Allah has forbidden man strictly from fornication and adultery. He has also forbidden woman from exhibiting her charm.

Generally, the veiling covers the whole body including head, face, hair, bosom, hands and feet. But in the absence of men it is permissible for woman to uncover her face as narrated by Aaisha [Radhiallaahu anha], �Some riders passed by us while we were with Allah�s Messenger [Sallallaahu
Alayhi Wasallam] in the state of ritual consecration. When they came face to face, one of us let down her cloak (veil) from her head on her face and when they preceded us, we uncovered it.� (Abu Dawud)

The veiling system contains a number of advantages particularly in a society where the rape, molestation and disrespect of woman are very common. Some of them are listed below:

1. Veiling is a protection for Muslim woman against the behavior of the wicked;
2. It is an identity of the Muslim that distinguishes her;
3. It gives her an honored position in the society;
4. It acts as a barrier between men and women to keep them away from sins;
5. It is a means for observing chastity of woman;
6. It awakens the fear of Allah in the heart of man and woman and saves
them from falling in the abyss of evil;
7. It teaches man to respect the veiled woman, provide her protection from the curious persons and ensure the uplift of the high morals and social values in the society.

Since color brings beauty to the Jilbab, therefore elders always prefer black-color for Jilbab.

[Editor's note]:
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In Islam, a sister is regarded as a treasure, preserving her modesty and chastity. Allah likes those who can control their desires and do not go close to any sin.

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Hijab_newEdition2.pdf

Kindly read the Hijab book and send the link to every sister you know. This is the best way to protect the purity of sisters.
http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php

How observing Hijab brings piety and purity in society? How leaving Hijab leads to sins and shamelessness? A must-read for every Muslim home. A definitive guide which present the Quranic verses and hadith on the
subject, along with the opinions of scholars who are closest to the path of righteousness, so that those seeking the life of piety may find guidance. This book is for Muslim sisters who ask: "What is the proper and best way I can practice hijab, as it was practiced by the Prophet's
community?"

Kindly review this article:
Status of Woman in Islam http://www.islameasy.org/K225_WomenInIslam.php


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Hijab and gloves

I have been studying the daleels for niqaab and have come to the conclusion that niqaab is fard, so I have come to the decision that I really want to start wearing it as soon as possible - though I feel that I must inform my husband of my decision first, insha'allah, and am a little
nervous about this. But my question relates to the wearing of gloves - is this fard also, or wajib? I have seen many (most?) sisters wearing niqaab around where I live wearing gloves and would like to know what the correct ruling is on this matter.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen! The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!

You have asked a question which is a very important part of our lives as Muslim women. We will try to answer it as simply as possible, Insha-Allah.

Allah says in Surah Ahzaab, verse 59 "Oh Prophet! tell your wives and daughters and the believing women, that they should cast their outer garments (Jalaabeeb) over them, that is likelier that they be known and not harmed/annoyed......"

In order to understand a word in any language, we have to ask the experts of that language. The root word of "jalaabeeb" is "jalbab", which is used for things which cover completely.

Example: the darkness of night. When the darkness of night comes, there is no corner left which is bright, everything becomes covered in darkness. In the same way, jalbab is the garment that covers a woman from head to toe, with nothing left open. (Lisanul Arab,V 1 - Al muhalla V 3).

We will now quote the sahaaba (R.A) who have explained the jalbab to us so clearly, that theres no room for confusion anymore. Ibne Abaas (R.A.) says under the explanation of the above verse "Allah commanded Muslim women to pull this sheet on top of them, to cover their bodies, except one eye,
when it is necessary for them to come out of their homes."

Imam Mohammed ibn Seereen says," I asked Ubaidullah Salmani RA the meaning of this verse and how the jalbab was used, he demonstrated it to me, by pulling a sheet of cloth over his head to cover his body, leaving only one eye uncovered."

It should be remembered that the sahaaba/ companions of the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam were the ones who witnessed the Qur'an being revealed, they witnessed how the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam practiced on the verses revealed, who can give us better insight into following the Qur'an than the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam and his
sahaaba?

And what about the wives of the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam who are our role-models, how did they follow the verses of Quran? Aisha (R.A.) was the wife of Nabi Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam. Once, she was left behind by the caravan while returning from a journey. When she realized this, she thought it best to remain exactly where she was, the prophet Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam will soon realize she is not with them and come back for her. A few miles behind this caravan was a sahaabi, Safwan bin Mu'atal (R.A.), his job was to travel behind the caravan and pick up anything left behind. As he came closer, he noticed someone sleeping, when he realized it was Aisha (R.A.)
he said loudly, innaa lilaahi wa innaa ilayhi raajioon, upon hearing his voice, Aisha (R.A.) says I got up from my sleep and immediately covered my face with my shawl. Safwan RA recognized her because he had seen her before the verses of hijaab were revealed. But since the verses had been
revealed, she now covered her face.

Alhamdolilaah, all praise is due to Allah, who has made Islam so perfect and just, that there is no difference between how we practice on it and how the wives of a prophet practiced on it. There is no different rulings
for different people. Every Muslim/ Muslimah is the same, the only difference is in taq'wa.

There are so many Aayaat and Ahaadith on this subject, that books have been written in great detail on it. We would like to end by saying that if covering the face was not necessary, just an option for women to choose from, then the other aayaat of hijaab wouldn't make sense. For example:

1. If women were free to uncover the face, why does Allah ask the men and women not to look at each other and lower their gazes. (Surah Noor)?
How will we follow this command of Allah? If covering the face is not necessary, then neither should lowering the gaze.

2. If it was permissible to uncover the face, then why do we need permission before entering someone's home?
"Oh you who believe! enter not houses other than your own, until you have asked permission...." (Surah Noor)
This aayah is guarding the females of the home so that they are not looked upon by strange men.

3. Allah commands the women "... and make not a dazzling display (of yourselves), like the former times of ignorance...." (Surah Ahzaab) and also "...And tell the believing women that they lower their gaze and guard
their modesty and not display their beauty....." (Surah Noor).

Is the face not part of the beauty of a woman? In fact, it is a focal point of her beauty. I came across a survey last year which was conducted amongst the men. They were asked as to which parts of a female would first get their attention? 80% of them replied her face, eyes and lips would
attract them first, followed by her body.

4. Why would Allah command the men to ask for any need from behind a curtain? (Surah Ahzaab)
If a woman can uncover her face then why not just ask her face to face?

5. If a woman's face is showing then a man would not be captured by her voice on first impulse. But when a woman's face and body are concealed, Allah has further commanded her not to be complacent/sweet in her speech with the males. (Surah Ahzaab)

Allah has made all these rules for the betterment of mankind, not to make us upset or miserable. Parents make rules and regulations in their homes because of the love they have for their children. If someone says that a
mother disciplines her child because of hatred or misery, we would say that its absurd. Similiarly, Allah knows what is best for us while our knowledge is limited. Our success lies in following the Quran and the Sunnah of our Rasool Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam.

We hope that this answers your question. For further detailed reading we would recommend the book "HIJAB"
(http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php) by Dr. Mohammed Ismail Memon Madani. There isn't any aspec

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Skin problem

a.I have skin problem. I am so upset and depressed due to this. Please tell me any dua or wazifa.

b. I suffer from skin allergic problem. I have read about the answers and it is quite motivating, in fact my skin is quite dark and given I have got allergic problem my eye burns sometime .. i feel like crying, I am going to get married soon, i believe a lot in Allah and his Rasul salllahu Alahi wa sallam and have faith in them and know there is a solution to every problem and whenever I have
problem I resort to dua or tasbeeh and my problem vanishes, that is why I wanted to know if there is any kind of dua or wazeefa to lighten skin color to be fairer?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen! The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!

1) Please check the home page of our website for detailed procedure on salaatul Haajat. Allah is the only one who could make the impossible,possible. You should turn to Allah and ask him for all your needs.

2) You may recite these following verses of Quran 100 times after Isha accompanying with durood shareef:

"Laqad Khalaqnal Insana fee Ahsani Taqweem" (Surah Teen, Verse 3) and
"..Anni Mughlobun Fantasir" (Surah Qamar, verse10)

Then make dua.


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Texting the man

I've never had a boyfriend and dont ever want one, but now I'm old enough to get married and really want to get married, I'm really religious and my parents, family cousins and family friends are not, so if my parents choose
for me, he won�t be religious. I really want to marry a pious and bearded guy. I've seen someone at my college and he's looks really religious, he never looks up if there are girls around and also has a beard, I've heard
really good things about him too. The thing is, he doesn�t know me...so would it be wrong if I got his number from a friend who is in his classes and start texting him? Is it haram to text a guy? I only want us to know each other then we can get married.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity�. Ameen! The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!

Respected sister, put your hope, trust and faith in Allah Ta'ala. Instead of contacting this man, you should do salatul hajaat and make dua for yourself. It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become
despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed on us another bounty (or even a better person), or granted us relief from a difficulty, or a reward is given to us in the Akhirah in place of it.

Alhamdulillah, Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not be hasty or ungrateful.

May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolness of your eyes. Ameen!

[Editor's note]:
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In Islam, a sister is regarded as a treasure, preserving her modesty and chastity. Allah likes those who can control their desires and do not go close to any sin.

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Hijab_newEdition2.pdf

Kindly read the Hijab book and share with your sisters.
This is the best way to protect the purity of sisters. http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php

How observing Hijab brings piety and purity in society? How leaving Hijab leads to sins and shamelessness? A
must-read for every Muslim home. A definitive guide which present the Quranic verses and hadith on the subject,
along with the opinions of scholars who are closest to the path of righteousness, so that those seeking the life of piety may find guidance. This book is for Muslim sisters who ask:

"What is the proper and best way I can practice hijab, as it was practiced by the Prophet's community?"

Kindly review this article:
Status of Woman in Islam http://www.islameasy.org/K225_WomenInIslam.php

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Zakat

I have gold where zakat is due, i m just a house wife i dont do any kind of job but my husband is doing a job and he earns money all i want to know that is the zakat of gold will be given by my husband or me, i dont earn money i m just a house wife, so whats the procedure of zakat can my husband give the zakat or i have to give if i have to give the zakat then how can i give the zakat?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Zakat is fard on you and you have to pay it. If you don't have money then you cant take out that much amount of gold and give as a zakat.

Please keep it in your mind that you are not supposed to force your husband to pay on your behalf, however if he wishes to do so, on his own, then it is ok.


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Husband hurts

I want to have another baby but my husband denies my request and hurts me� and my husband also involve in another girls, so what can i do plz reply soon and pray for me
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Marriage is a great Sunnah and it is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic.

Ask yourself the reason of your husband's mistrust. Is this his personality? If so, resort to patience, Salaah and Du'a. In most cases, this is because of his lack of confidence, therefore always reassure him of your love for him. If your husband does not trust you because of a previous error, then seek to regain his love and confidence by displaying your love for him, regret (on the mistake), and make commitment to the marriage. Be ever cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused the problem. Insha Allah, with patience, Du'a and effort your husband will come to trust you.

Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah narrated that the Rasul sallahu alaihi wasallam said, "If a women prays her five daily prayers,fasts the month of Ramadhaan, guards her chastity and obeys her husband,it will be said to her, "Enter paradise from whichever of the gates of Paradise you wish"

May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and actions. Ameen!

InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.

You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur�an 30: 21]

Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.

May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!

Kindly review some of the advices on
�Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home� at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php


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Husband talking to other woman

My husband likes talking a lot on the phone with a non-muslim woman, whom i believe is divorced. He talks about her even in deep sleep. I said nothing to him, but this is spoiling my health and my trust in him is fading away. Please tell me a dua that I may read to stop my husband and protect my married life.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony!
Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. Due to the influence of Shaytaan, bad desires and environment outside and inside the home, sometimes a married man starts making an affair with a non-Mahram
woman and may lose interest in his own wife at home. This article discusses some causes of this problem and a few suggestions for the wife to re-gain her husband�s love.
At the time of concern and tension in domestic affairs, review your life pattern to see in how many ways you can improve yourselves.

Protection of eyes:
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This is one of the biggest concerns in the Ummah today, affecting both the young an old. The outside environment (streets, markets, workplaces, social events) and media inside homes (TV, magazines, internet) and filled
with opportunities to look at non-Mahram faces. If someone does not protect the eyes and looks with lust and desires, his heart may be occupied with dozens of beautiful faces and may easily forget his own wife.

Disrespect and quarrels at home:
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Even if the wife is sincere in her heart, sometimes abusing the tongue on domestic issues may lead the husband to feel disrespected. If the wife does not treat the husband well, he may find more peace talking to strange women outside home. Usually the people outside home (for example, at the
markets and social events) appear more polite, courteous and keeping a soft and sweet-tone. This is a �big competition� for the spouse at home to surpass the loving and admiring attitude experienced in the outside world!

Suggestions for Happy Marraige
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Kindly review our advice on Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home at http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

Manners and protection of tongue:
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From our elders we have learned that the best method to increase the love between the husband and the wife is to obtain great morals and etiquettes and to guard our tongue. By doing both of those, one will be able to attract your spouse into a never ending love. Please review the following
article:
http://islameasy.org/K213_Tongue_protection.php

List of husband�s likes and dislikes:
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Living closely for a period of time, the wife knows the secrets of do�s and don�ts which pleases the husband. At the time of difficulty and concern, when the husband is not behaving well, extra precaution should be taken and a �selfless� attitude is needed to win his heart.

Looking for rights or love?
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�Do not go by the book of �My Rights�. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she
goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.�
(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)

A warm-welcome of the husband:
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When the husband enters home and looks at the wife with love and mercy and wife also looks at the husband with love and mercy, Allah looks at both of them with mercy.
Entering and leaving home with Salam and Du�a keeps the Shaytaan away.

The wife at home should decorate herself for the husband when he arrives home and meet with him cheerfully. On the other hand, when a woman goes out of her home (for example, for a social event), she should wear simple and modest clothing and observe complete Hijaab in front of non-Mahram. In practice, this is not followed in today�s society which opens the door of issues.

Virtues of good deeds:
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Imagine a pious wife making Du�a for his husband after every Salah: May Allah make him a pious man! May Allah bless him with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! May Allah accept all his good deeds and keep Shaytaan away from
him!

Pray Salat-ul-Hajat and Istekhara before making important decisions. See the main page at http://islameasy.org/

Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your spouse.

Increase time for Du�a, especially if you could wake up during the last part of night. Here is a startup script and examples of Dua:

Dua from the Core of Heart http://islameasy.org/pdf/Duae_Walihana.pdf
Munajaat-e-Maqbool http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php

Environment of pious people:
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Find a pious Shaykh near your area and encourage the husband to attend his programs with intention to acquire the love of Allah Almighty. Listen to lectures and read books on pious husband and wife.

Read books of virtues (like Muntakhab Ahadith, Riyadus-Saliheen) with your family for 5-10 minutes every evening.
Request the husband to bring some Islamic books of good deeds, Du�a and zikr for the family.

If there is a gathering for Taleem (Islamic knowledge to increase faith and good deeds) encourage your spouse to attend. Your masjid Imam and community may help you find such programs.

Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful.

May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! Ameen!

Recommended Readings for wife:
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The Rights of Husband by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar
http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/the-rights-of-husband

The Rights of a Husband and his Status* by Shaykh Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani
*Discourses on Islamic Way of Life volume-2, Darul-Ishaat, Karachi,Pakistan (translation of Islahi Khutbaat, translated by Iqbal Hussain Ansari)

Recommended Readings for Husband:
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The Rights of Women by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar
http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/rights-of-women



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Too many Marriage proposals � Dua to stop

I want to marry a guy we both like each other our parents met but they didnt like families and rejected, we are both mature and doing jobs , we arent in very young age so that we cant accept any life partner just chosen by parents, now problem is I have many proposals, and i cant reject them without any reason because they are good i want dua so that proposals stop to come for me i really dont want to get married to anyone else, i am not in mental state to accept any other guy, kindly tell me dua so that both of out parents agree for this proposal.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

You should do Istikhara to find out whether that person is right for you or not. You can pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah.
This is a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a.

The most preferred time for this prayer is the last portion of the night before the fajr prayer. But you can pray it at other times too.
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!

Cure for depression
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Cure for Pre-Marriage Love Relationship which does not lead to a Marriage
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Fajr Salah for Women

1. can we read fajar beginning times and then go to sleep.

2. I pass wind often and have to hold it all the time. how can i fix this?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

1) Yes, it is allowed.

2) The rule in regards to Ma�zoor (she who can't keep her wudhu), such a woman should offer her Salaah as follows:

This woman is to make wudu at the time of every Salah. As long as that Salah time remains her wudu will remain, she can read the Salah of that time and read Quran just as anyone else can. However, if apart from this problem some other matter crops up which causes her wudu to break, then
her wudu will break and will have to repeat the wudu. (Bahisti Zewar [Heavenly Ornaments] by Shaykh Ashraf Ali Thanvi -72,100)

We hope we have removed all doubts. Please do not hesitate to ask further questions.



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Lazy in morning

MY FRIEND is MARRIED HAVING 2 CHILDREN. SHE IS HAVING A PROBLEM WE CANNOT UNTERSTAND WHIT IS IT?
SHE WANTED TO WAKE UP AND WORK MORNINGS BUT UNABLE TO DO ANYTHING SHE FEEL NO FORCE TO DO ANTHING AND SOMETHING HAPPENING TO HER BODY. THEN SHE GO TO SLEEP AND NOT WAKING UP.
WE TOOK HER TO DOCTORS AND TOOK HER TO READING QUARAN. NOTHING WORK OUT. PLS HELP ME WHAT TO DO.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Sometimes due to illnesses and other health problem, a person tends to lack of on their religious duties. One should remind herself of the importance of Salah in Islam and what status it has.

Abu Zar RadiyAllahu `anhu narrates that once the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam came out of his house. It was autumn and the leaves were falling off the trees. He caught a branch of a tree and its leaves began to drop in large number. At this he remarked, 'O, Abu Zar! when a Muslim
offers his salat to please Allah, his sins are shed away from him just as these leaves are falling off this tree. (Ahmad)

Abu Huraira RadiyAllahu `anhu narrates that once the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam asked his companions, 'Do you think that dirt can remain
on a person bathing 5 times a day in a brook running in front of his door?' 'No', replied the companions, 'No dirt can remain on his body.' The Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam remarked: 'So, exactly similar is the effect of salat offered 5 times a day. With the Grace of Allah, it
washes away all the sins'.(Bukhari, Muslim)

Ask her to perform Salatul Hajaat and make dua for herself. also she may have to motivate herself to do something. You have to make her realize the fact that if she tries hard, Insha Allah, she will be able to have a normal life.
May Allah make it easy for her. Ameen


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Babies make mother sleepless

1. I have twin babies and since birth they don�t have proper sleep at night, and because of this i am finding very difficult so i wanted to ask is there and dua or supplication to make them sleep?

2. I feel that i am not able to make my husband happy, can u please tell me how to make my husband happy?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen! The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!

1. May Allah Ta'ala ease the present difficulty you are experiencing with your beloved little ones, ameen. Sister, please do not feel guilty because your baby does not sleep for long periods of time. It is not your fault nor are you being punished by Allah Ta'ala. Some babies are just that way and they settle down eventually. Remember, your stages in Jannah are being raised with all the patience (sabr) and care you have for your child. Your night has been turned into day and perhaps your days have been turned into night as your sleep pattern has been disrupted. Think about why it is that Nabi (salallaahu alayhi wassallam) mentioned that a mother has preference of honor before a father. All your sacrifices are being noted by Allah Ta'ala and you are a very special woman indeed.

2.
Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah.

�Do not go by the book of �My Rights�. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of
others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.

The unfortunate part is that the husband opens the chapter of his rights and the wife opens the chapter of her rights. The parents open the chapter of their rights, and the children, of their rights. The teacher, his rights and the pupils, their rights, and then everyone demands fulfillment
of these rights.

No doubt, rights have been declared so that no person should stop short of their fulfillment, but you cannot have a peaceful society if there is just demand for rights and no fulfillment of corresponding obligations.�

(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)

Ask yourself the reason of your spouse's mistrust. You should always reassure your spouse of your love. If this is due to a mistake in the past, then seek to regain the love and confidence by displaying your love, regret (on the mistake), and make commitment to the marriage. Be ever
cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused the problem.

InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.

You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur�an 30: 21]

Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.

May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!

Kindly review some of the advices on
�Happy Marriage � Living with Peaceand Harmony at Home� at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php


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Parent sending daughter to work with non-Mahram

Nowadays we see that Muslim women are being urged to work even if it involves working with non-mahram men. Is this earning considered Halaal or should it be considered Haraam as it is earned doing a sin according to Islam? What should be told to those parents who ask or force their daughters to work under such conditions?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, and bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity, Ameen! The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!

We should keep in mind that Allah, through his infinite mercy, has not placed any financial responsibilities on a female, whether a mother,daughter or wife. Financial responsibilities are on the males, as a husband, father or son.

However Islam has not stopped a female from having an income. If you have a talent in, example: cooking and baking, dressmaking, or looking after children, you could earn an income in the relaxed atmosphere of your home.
In the States many Muslim women are working from home and they earn a substantial income, which is all their own. Even after having a good income, Islam does not ask them to spend on anyone.

The example of Ummul momineen Khadeeja (R.A) comes to mind. She inherited the business of her father and having no males to look after it, she did so herself. She had people working for her and, in fact, this is how she heard about the Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihi wa sallam)and struck by his honesty and integrity, she sent a proposal to him!

As Muslims, we are very fortunate to be the followers of such Deen which is complete and comprehensive. In our daily lives we ought to be cautious of how we interact and socialize with people, but there are certain rules
which must be followed strictly in order to repel any attacks of Shaitaan. When Allah forbids a Muslim from doing something it is often to stop other sins that may result from this sin.

Though sitting with ghair-mahrams (those whom one can marry) may seem like an action with no shame, no thought of sin, but in reality, it is such small actions that may lead to larger sins such as zina (fornication). In a Hadith, Prophet Muhammad Sallalaho Alaihi Wasalam said, "when two
non-mahrams sit together, the third is shaitaan between them."
[Sunan al-Tirmidhiy (Hadith 2165), verified authentic by Imaam al-Tirmidhiy.]

Lastly, I would like to mention that she could talk about her concerns to parents and communicate with them. Tell them about her concern and take their suggestions as well.

[Editor's note]:
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In Islam, a sister is regarded as a treasure, preserving her modesty and chastity. Allah likes those who can control their desires and do not go close to any sin.

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Hijab_newEdition2.pdf

Kindly read the Hijab book and share with your sisters.
This is the best way to protect the purity of sisters. http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php

How observing Hijab brings piety and purity in society? How leaving Hijab leads to sins and shamelessness? A must-read for every Muslim home. A definitive guide which present the Quranic verses and hadith on the subject, along with the opinions of scholars who are closest to the path
of righteousness, so that those seeking the life of piety may find guidance. This book is for Muslim sisters who ask: "What is the proper and best way I can practice hijab, as it was practiced by the Prophet's community?"

Kindly review this article:
Status of Woman in Islam http://www.islameasy.org/K225_WomenInIslam.php

May Allah guide us to the right path, Aameen!


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Supporting husband

I am married for 7 months now and my husband cannot find a job since we met. He is doing the best he can to support me financially. Since i have my masters, I am willing to work part time and support him with his responsibilities, does Islam permit for a woman to financially support her
husband? Should i stop the relationship because i might make more money than him? please help me
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Masha Allah it is commendable to note that you have the wish to serve your family and see to their needs. As a wife, you can be a great support to him emotionally.

We should keep in mind that Allah, through his infinite mercy, has not placed any financial responsibilities on a female, whether a mother, daughter or wife. Financial responsibilities are on the males, as a husband, father or son.

However Islam has not stopped a female from having an income. If you have a talent in, example: cooking and baking, dressmaking, or looking after children, you could earn an income in the relaxed atmosphere of your home.
In the States many Muslim women are working from home and they earn a substantial income, which is all their own. Even after having a good income, Islam does not ask them to spend on anyone.

The example of Ummul momineen Khadeeja (R.A) comes to mind. She inherited the business of her father and having no males to look after it, she did so herself. She had people working for her and, in fact, this is how she heard about the Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihi wa sallam) and struck by his honesty and integrity, she sent a proposal to him!

Lastly, I would like to mention that you could talk about your concerns to your husband and communicate with him. Tell him about your concern for him and take his suggestions as well. Maybe his kind words and support will
remove your stress and make you feel better.

[Editor's note]:
In Islam, a sister is regarded as a treasure, preserving her modesty and chastity. Allah likes those who can control their desires and do not go close to any sin.

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Hijab_newEdition2.pdf

Kindly read the Hijab book and share with your sisters.
This is the best way to protect the purity of sisters. http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php

Kindly review this article:
Status of Woman in Islam http://www.islameasy.org/K225_WomenInIslam.php

May Allah guide us to the good, Aameen!


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Ayat-e-Shifa (dua for Health)

Request for Dua to overcome an illness
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

You may recite these following duas for your health:

wa yashfi sudoora qawmim-mumineen
Translation: And [God] shall heal the breast of the believers. (at-Tawba, 9:14)

Yaa ayyuhan-naasu qad ja�atkum maw`izhatum-mir rabbikum wa shifaul-limaa fis-sudoor, wa hudan wa rahmatun lil-mumineen
Translation: O Mankind, there has come to you a guidance from your Lord and a healing for (the diseases) in your hearts, and for those who believe a guidance and a mercy. (Yunus, 10:57)


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miscarriage

i would like to know whether the bleeding in a miscarriage is for forty days?
i recently had a miscarriage and feels depressed do give me some duas or wazifas to overcome the loss.

I am depressed since my husband watching porn movies, help me to make him follow islam,
i would like to conceive again do help me with duas prayers and wazifas to be read
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Inni lillahi wa inna ilaihi rajioon, we are sorry about your loss. May Allah give you better reward in the hereafter, Ameen.

1. For the miscarriage, if it is after 3 months of pregnancy (the body hasformed) then if will be counted as nifaas, that is, maximum of 40 days.

If miscarriage is before 3 months of pregnancy, then either it will be counted as haiz (menstruation) or Istihaza. If it is during your regular menstruation date, then it will be haiz, otherwise istihaza.

2. May Allah remove all your difficulties and grant you ease, barakah and contentment, Ameen. Please visit http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php
for the depression question.

Please review the answer to the following question on our QA page:
�Husband talking to other woman�

3. The following dua can be read in order to ask Allah Ta�ala to bestow upon you an obedient and pious child:

"Rabbana hab lana min azwajina wa dhuriyyatina qurrata A'yunin waj'alna lil-muttaqina imama."

"Our Lord! grant us in our spouses and offspring the joy of our eyes and make us heads of the God-fearing." (Surah 25: Ayah74)

May Allah make it easy for you. Ameen


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Witr and adhkaar

1. what is dua-e-qunoot
2. what is adhkaar
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Dua-e-qunoot is dua is to be read in 3rd Rakaat of witr. This is proved from authentic Ahadeeth and is wajib to read.

Adhkar is a plural of zikr and zikr means remembrance of Allah . The first part of kalima-e-shahadah "Laa ilaaha illallh" can be repeated over and over as a form of zikr. The name "Allah" by itself can also be used. On a
misbaha (rosary) one can recite "Alhamdulillah" 100 times "Subhan Allah" 100 times and "Allahu akbar" 100 times. Some people memorize Asma ul Husna (99
names Of Allah ) and recite them as a form of zikr.


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Dua to be accepted

I am a grade 12 student and soon getting married over the summer. From the past 4 years i have been asking something which i know i lack, to be granted to me that can complete my feminine character, but i haven't gotten a response. i have tried allot to work for what i want but i still get no
results. i am willing to be a wali of Allah to get this desire of mine miraculously, but the time that i have left in my hands is not enough to study further my religion to the extent of that of an Alimah then become one and then get that miracle, it takes years. i have only 2-3
months left in my hands and i urgently need that. if i knew that direct miracles from Allah can be asked by a Wali of Allah then in those four years of my highschool i would've taken Alimah programs but i am in a state where i really need that quick response to my dua.

i don't chat with opposite gender, i have been wearing hijab and abaya all my life, i do have enough knowledge of my religion but not enough to be called a scholar or Alimah, i don't eat unlawful or drink or dress unlawful. i try to pray all 5 prayers {fajr is hard} otherwise i am very prompt in salah and i have been patiently waiting for this dua for 4 yrs i did mention that this should be good for me not bad.... i just don't know what is preventing me from getting my dua answered. there is a durood where if you read it 7 times then surah rahman 20 times then finish off with that durood 7 times again then you will get your incomplete, impossible wish to be completed within a short period of time by the grace of Allah so how come....well sister i just want to say that i have wanted this all
my life, is there anything i can do to achieve this right away although i know steadfastness and being humble / patient in response to dua is better. i just want a direct miracle from Allah or just want a durood that if i recite it then it will allow me to get what i want with the blink of an eye.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam!

May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity�. Ameen!

Respected sister, put your hope, trust and faith in Allah Ta'ala. Read Salatul Hajat.

May Allah assist you in your difficulty, Ameen. It is a fact that such decisions are in the hands of Allah alone, and Allah decides if and when to bless anybody with this bounty. As such, plentiful Duas and abstinence from the prohibitions of Allah are extremely essential. Among
the various Duas a person may adopt in this situation, the best and most beneficial is Istighfaar (seeking forgiveness for ones wrongdoings). In the Quran'e Kareem, being blessed with progeny has been enumerated under the benefits of Istighfaar (Surah Nooh, Verse 12). One should, therefore,
engage in frequent and abundant Istighfaar.

The following articles may also help you:

http://islameasy.org/K202_Tawba.php
Tawba & Istaghfaar � Repentance and seeking forgiveness

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

How should Every Muslim live through day and night?
http://www.islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php

Dua from Qur'an
http://www.islameasy.org/Dua_from_Quran.php



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Purity and Spotting

I AM BREAST FEEEDING MY 9 MONTHS BABY,..IN THIS MONTH I DID NOT GET MY PERIODS, INSTEAD OF PERIOD I AM HAVING A LITTLE SPOTTING ..I DONT NEED TO USE ANY PAD OR ANYTHING I SEE THIS SPOTTING WHEN I USE ONLY WATER .I AM HAVING THIS SPOTTING FROM 8 DAYS ..SO CAN I PERFORM NAMAZ OR NOT..OR I SHALL WAIT FOR 10 DAYS AND 10 NIGHTS TO PERFORM NAMAZ ...THE SPOTTING IS JUST LITLE NOT HEAVY.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

If the spotting is in your usual menstruation days then it will be counted as your mensus, otherwise it will be counted as istihaza.

A person who is facing istehaaza undergoes the same proceedure as a mazur.
This woman is to make wudu at the time of every salaat. As long as that salaat time remains her wudu will remain, she can read the salaat of that time and read Quran just as anyone else. However, if apart from this bleeding some other matter crops up which causes her wudu to break, then
her wudu will break and will have to repeat the wudu. (Bahisti Zewar 72,100)

We hope we have removed all doubts. Please do not hesitate to ask further
questions. We advise you to consult your doctor as well.


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How to Memorize Quran and repeat missing Salah?

salaam, am a 20 year old Muslim studying at university but would like to memorize the Quran in 2 years time as I have friend who became a hafiz in 5 years and want to follow my dream. how long will it take me and how do I start memorizing? also I have started reading my prayers but need to make up 5 years of past Salah. how can I do
this?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

You have sent two excellent questions.

How much time everyday you could dedicate for memorizing Qur'an and making up for missing Salah in the past years? We can suggest an outline/schedule you can follow.

You may estimate the number of days every month after you became an adult (when monthly menstruation starts) when praying Salah was obligatory. However, the days of menstruation you don�t have to pray.

To repeat missing Salah, you will pray Fard Salah for that day (2+4+4+3+4 and 3 rakat of Witr). That is, 20 rakat for every such day of past when it was due.

In addition to reciting Qur'an and repeating past Salahs, you may start Taleem (reading in group) of good books like Muntakhab Ahadith for 5-10 minutes with your family. Here is the link http://Islameasy.org/quick_books.php

Also, you may print the books and articles from our site and read together with family to learn the basics of Islam. Invite sisters from your neighbors to read these books, but do not engage in discussions or debates outside the authentic material in the books.


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Friendship with non-Mahram

in Islam, can women be friends with men if their intentions are pure?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

As Muslims, we are very fortunate to be the followers of such Deen which is complete and comprehensive. In our daily lives we ought to be cautious of how we interact and socialize with people, but there are certain rules
which must be followed strictly in order to repel any attacks of Shaitaan. When Allah forbids a Muslim from doing something it is often to stop other sins that may result from this sin.

Though sitting with ghair-mahrams (those whom one can marry) may seem like an action with no shame, no thought of sin, but in reality, it is such small actions that may lead to larger sins such as zina (fornication). In a Hadith, Prophet Muhammad Sallalaho Alaihi Wasalam said, "when two non-mahrams sit together, the third is shaitaan between them."
Sunan al-Tirmidhiy (Hadith 2165), verified authentic by Imaam al-Tirmidhiy.


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How to learn Islam?

i needed some advice regarding gaining knowledge on Islam, your site is wonderful - the best I have come across. the problem I have is, I am finding it hard to taken in what I read as what I read I cant take it in, what is the best way I can learn without forgetting what I have read as I want to
learn as much as possible so that I can teach my kids.... also some guideline as to where to start from... thankyou
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

You may start Taleem (reading in group) of good books like Muntakhab Ahadith for 5-10 minutes with your family. Here is the link http://Islameasy.org/quick_books.php

Also, read Ta'leem-ul-Islam (Teachings of Islam) every chapter. Print the books and articles from our site and read togather with her to learn the basics of Islam. Invite sisters from your neighbors to read these
books, but do not engage in discussions or debates outside what is given in the books.

Here is an article on Taubah http://Islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php

The following articles may also help you:
Tawba & Istaghfaar � Repentance and seeking forgiveness http://Islameasy.org/K202_Tawba.php

Cure for depression
http://Islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

How should Every Muslim live through day and night?
http://www.Islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php

Dua from Qur'an
http://www.Islameasy.org/Dua_from_Quran.php

Salaatul Haajah:
It is narrated by Abdullah bin Obi owfaa RA that the Messenger of Allah said "Who ever has a need from Allah, or in relation to man, he should perform wudu in a complete and beautiful way, then offer 2 rakaahs of salah. He should then praise Allah and send Salawaat (durood) upon Nabi
Marriage is a great Sunnah whilst divorce is disliked by Allah. Rasul sallallahu alaihi wa sallam, and then say:

"Laa ilaaha illallaahul haleemul kareem-subhaanallahi rabbil arshil azeem-wal hamdulilaahi rabbil aalameen -as aluka moojibaati rahmatik-wa azaaima maghfiratik-wal ghaneemata min kulli birr- was salaamati min kulli
ithm- laa tada' lanaa dhamban illaa ghafartah-walaa hamman illaa farrajtah-walaa haajatan hiya laka ridan illaa qadaytahaa -yaa arhamar rawhimeen" (Ibne Maajah-Tirmizi)

We learn from the Quraan and Sunnah that we should engage in Salaah for all our needs. The best time of offering optional prayers is in the last portion of the night, when the entire creation is in sleep and in a state of neglect, this is a great time to earn the help and pleasure of Allah.
If one is unable to do this, he/she may offer Salaah at any other time,(aside from the makrooh times)

You can also recite Rabbi Zidni Ilma many times everyday.


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Mother needs to learn basics of Islam

My mother can read quran and alhamdullillah she pray 5 times a day. But she doesn�t know the meaning of Quran and doesn�t have knowledge about Islam. we are big family, she want to learn about Islam, but doesn�t have time for
that. Will she also get Jannah? Will my knowledge help her, if she doesn�t know. Plz sister explain me?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

As a Muslim you should keep positive expectations from Allah about the world and the hereafter. A person will be rewarded for reciting the Quran (even without mastering its meaning). And yes, you can be sadqa-e-jaariah to your mother by performing all those acts that will benefit her in the hereafter.

You may start Taleem (reading in group) of good books like Muntakhab Ahadith for 5-10 minutes with your famlily. Here is the link http://Islameasy.org/quick_books.php
Also, read Ta'leem-ul-Islam (Teachings of Islam) every chapter for your mother. Print the books and articles from our site and read togather with her to learn the basics of Islam.

Here is an article on Taubah http://Islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php

The following articles may also help you:
http://Islameasy.org/K202_Tawba.php
Tawba & Istaghfaar � Repentance and seeking forgiveness

Cure for depression
http://Islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

How should Every Muslim live through day and night?
http://www.Islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php

Dua from Qur'an
http://www.Islameasy.org/Dua_from_Quran.php



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Getting the right husband

Someone told me if I pray surah Mumtahina 3 times everyday after maghrib I will get the right husband? Is that true? She said I should pray 2 rakat nafil and ask Allah for the kind of man I want and then pray Surah mumtahina? And in shaAllah I will get the kind of partner I asked for.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

There are different kinds of wazaif/Dua for different kinds of issues.

To have one's wishes accepted, one may seek the help of Allah through Salaatul Haajah. Please check on the main page for the method of performing it. http://Islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

We would advise you not to be hasty in expecting your du'as or wishes to be fulfilled. Things happen according to the wish of Allah. If a prayer is delayed in being answered, then that is what is best for us at the time.
If it is not answered in this world, then it is kept for the Aakhirah, where its rewards will benefit us.


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Precaution during pregnancy

I am pregnant and came to know that I can�t met with the women who is in her first 40 days of the delivery (also called chilla)..as per Islam is it right?
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There is no such thing in Islam. We hope we have removed all doubts. Please do not hesitate to ask further questions.

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Wudu breaks

i have had a problem for a long time where I feel like my wudu isn't being counted.. I have digestive problems and gas problems.. I cant pray in peace.. I have to keep rushing my namaz because of this incident..i tend to repeat my wudhu several times and still keep having the same problem..it gets me fustrated.. it makes me wonder whether my namaz is even being counted.. I seem to do more wudhu through out the day then praying..
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

The rule in regards to Ma�zoor (she who can't keep her wudhu), such a woman should offer her Salaah as follows:

This woman is to make wudu at the time of every Salah. As long as that Salah time remains her wudu will remain, she can read the Salah of that time and read Quran just as anyone else can. However, if apart from this problem some other matter crops up which causes her wudu to break, then her wudu will break and will have to repeat the wudu. (Bahisti Zewar [Heavenly Ornaments] by Shaykh Ashraf Ali Thanvi -72,100)

We hope we have removed all doubts. Please do not hesitate to ask further questions.


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Quran reading with gloves

Can you read Quran while having period even with gloves?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

It is not permissible for a sister to recite the Quran (not even with gloves), offer prayers, or fast during the menstruation period.
The reference is Ayah 77-79 of Surah Waqia (Juz 27)



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Cousin changed his mind for Marriage proposal

I really love this cousin and he was pretty serious about us as well. we both were planning to get married but now he is ignoring me. I am shattered and heard broken I can not imagine being married to someone else . i've heard about the dua of Dawood alayhis salam which is for melting hearts
and I wanted your permission for this wazifa because I guess permission is required. I really believe in Allah and I know Allah will answer my prayers. Allhamdullilah both of us pray 5 times a day.

Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

You should do Istikhara to find out whether that person is right for you or not. You can pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah. This is a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a.

The most preferred time for this prayer is the last portion of the night before the fajr prayer. But you can pray it at other times too.
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It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed on us another bounty, or granted us relief from a difficulty, or a reward is given to us in the Akhirah in place of it. Alhamdulillah,
Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not be hasty or ungrateful.

In addition, it is important to research and read books and articles on marriage so that we look for the qualities in a man that are pleasing to Allah Ta'ala. There are articles on this website too. Do read them and acquire the knowledge of Deen.

May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolness of your eyes. Ameen!

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When previous wife is around

My husband was married before and the marriage didn't last due to the ex wife, as she saw my husband as her brother in Islam also they are first cousins.

I feel my husband has not moved on from his past and when his ex wife is around he'll watch her and also be interested when her name is mentioned in a passing conversation etc..

I feel uncomfortable when she is around and it's affecting my marriage even though she is happy for us and we both get along as part of formality.

Is there a dua for my husband to love me and to forget his past wife please. I feel so emotional sometimes and I tell myself there is no hope in this marriage.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Marriage is a great Sunnah while divorce is disliked by Allah. Rasul sallallahu alaihi wa sallam has said that if a woman asks for a divorce for no reason, then the smell of paradise is forbidden for her [Tirmidhi].

It is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic. Divorce is permissible only as a last resort.

Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah narrated that the Rasul sallahu alaihi wasallam said, "If a women prays her five daily prayers, fasts the month of Ramadhaan, guards her chastity and obeys her husband,it will be said to her, "Enter paradise from whichever of the gates of Paradise you wish"

May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and actions. Ameen!

InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.

You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur�an 30: 21]

Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.

May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!

Kindly review some of the advices on
�Happy Marriage � Living with Peaceand Harmony at Home� at our main page
http://Islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

Cure for depression
http://Islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php


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Taubah and Depression

I have regrets and guiltiness for my sin and this has really depress me a lot, if I will ever be forgiven by Allah? And if yes, what dua am I supposed to read to earn that forgiveness?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

[editor�s note: please review the article:
http://islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php ]

==============================
Tau�bah (Seeking Forgiveness)
==============================

Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the all-Merciful and all-Forgiving, declares in the Holy Qur�an:

�Say: O My slaves who have transgressed against themselves (by committing evil deeds and sins)! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah, verily Allah forgives all sins. Truly, He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.� [Qur�an 39: 53]

It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to rectify ourselves by turning to Him and begging for His forgiveness. Our mountains of evil deeds are nothing before the vast ocean of the mercy of Allah.

Abu Dhar RadiyAllahu `anhu reports that Rasulullah Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam in a Hadith Qudsi (a hadith in which the Blessed Prophet s quotes Allah) said: �Indeed Allah the Almighty and Majestic says:

�O My slave! Verily, as long as you worship Me and have hope in Me, I shall forgive you for what you have done; O My slave! If you meet Me with an earthful of sins, but do not associate any partner with Me, I would grant you a forgiveness as great as the whole world.� (Musnad Ahmad)

Committing sins may make you sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed with yourself. But if you return to Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive you. There is no other door to knock to solve our issues. None can forgive sins except Him. He calls us to the abode of peace (Paradise); He is the Almighty who hides our faults and He alone can replace our bad deeds with good deeds.

The door of repentance is always open for a person until he dies or until the sun rises from the west, whichever comes first. When something is a necessity Allah provides it in abundance like air and water. Since we are always sinful and negligent of Allah and Satan and the self are always inciting us towards evil, therefore tau�bah is provided in abundance so we can turn back to Allah.

Allah has created a solution to every sickness even if it may be the poison of a snake. Satan and sins are a major sickness and the cure for it is in tau�bah and istighfar, crying in front of Allah with deep regret in the heart.

Whenever our tau�bah breaks we should make tau�bah again. Some people despair and think they are sinners and will go to Hellfire. Tau�bah is so powerful that it can take a person from the lowest levels of Hellfire and raise him to the highest levels of Paradise.

Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the Lord of Mercy, puts mercy in the hearts of every mother in the world by which they love and care for their children. We make mistakes but Allah overlooks our faults. Our worship and good deeds are not perfect but Allah accepts them and multiplies the reward.

Do not fall into minor sins. Minor sins leads to major sins the way a spark may start a fire and burn down a house. A believer should run away from sin as one runs away from a snake. Even a minor sin makes a true believer restless as if a mountain is above his head and is about to fall on him and crush him.

Make a U-turn in life, wash off your slate of deeds � eliminate the bad deeds and protect your good deeds.

Method of making Tau�bah:
--------------------------

One should make sincere tau�bah to Allah for one's sins. The requisites of tau�bah are the following:
1. To immediately abstain from the sin.
2. To regret and wish one had never indulged in the sin.
3. To resolve to never commit the sin again.

4. If one have violated the rights of another person it is necessary to seek forgiveness from that person.

After making sincere tau�bah be confident in the acceptance of your tau�bah. Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala) is all-Merciful and all-Forgiving. He is always ready to accept the repentance of His sinful slaves. Allah says in Surah Al-e-Imran:

�And those who, when they have committed Fahishah or wronged themselves with evil, remember Allah and ask forgiveness for their sins - and none can forgive sins but Allah - And do not persist in what (wrong) they have done, while they know.� [Al-Qur�an 3:135]

After repenting, one should try to live according to the will of Allah u i.e. the Qur�an and Sunnah. This will bring the utmost peace and tranquility into one�s life.

Benefits of Tau�bah:
====================

The Qur�an describes the story of Prophet Nuh (AS),

"I said (to them): Ask forgiveness from your Lord; Verily, He is Oft-Forgiving; He will send rain to you in abundance; And give you increase in wealth and children, and bestow on you gardens and bestow on you rivers. " [Surah Nooh ,chapter 71:10-12]

One who makes Tau�bah reestablishes his relationship with the Creator of the heavens and earth.


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Husband is backbiting, breaking the marriage

I got married around 10 months back, to my paternal cousin. i had heard about him to be very religious, and alhamdulillah that was the reason i chose to marry him. after marriage i noticed a few points in him which i
find difficult to accept. he is very short tempered and starts abusing people who don�t follow Islam properly. i find it to be bad behaviour, as he does'nt care about who he is talking to, elders even. he justifies that they are not muttaqis and they sin. he backbites a lot, and dose'nt accept it. he abuses my family also. in general he talks a lot about some 3rd person which i cannot tolerate and i lose my patience as well. we have constant arguments, and off-late i tend to lose my temper after a while.
though both of us claim to follow deen, i dont think we are pleasing ALLAH, fighting this way. his mother tells me that its up to me to change him. i am trying in vain. it maybe so that my method is not right, in any case, i have lost my patience living with him. we have undergone one talaq and one rujoo'. it was my decision to continue the marriage against my family's advice. now i am reluctant to tell them anything. i am terribly confused as to whether to continue this relationship or not. i want to do what pleases ALLAH. as of now, i spend most of my time arguing and i'm sure that does not please ALLAH. i know i should not take up a task which i may not be able to complete. i really want some help, please guide me..

Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. As a scholar has rightly mentioned,

"if every human on earth made the effort to fulfill the rights of others,then everyone�s rights would have been fulfilled."

Make an extra effort to improve your character and fulfill your husbands rights with humilty, and Allah will elevate you in your husband's (and everyone) eyes, as the prophet SAW has said," the one who lowers himself for the pleasure of Allah, Allah elevates him. "If there are particular
things that he likes, make extra effort in doing it before he asks. Also don�t think about his bad qualities, instead concentrate on the good he has, even if its less in comparison. Remember that Allah has chosen you both to be husband and wife out of his wisdom.

You should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.
May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!

[editor�s note: Suggestions for Happy Marriage]
------------------------------------------------
Kindly review our advice on Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home at http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

There is a great reward for patience at the time of difficulty. Remember the teachings of Islam:
- Repel evil with good deeds;
- Join relations with the one who cuts it with you;
- Forgive those who did wrong to you;

Manners and protection of tongue:
---------------------------------
From our elders we have learned that the best method to increase the love between the husband and the wife is to obtain great morals and etiquettes and to guard our tongue. By doing both of those, one will be able to attract your spouse into a never ending love. Please review the following article: http://islameasy.org/K213_Tongue_protection.php


List of husband�s likes and dislikes:
---------------------------------
Living closely for a period of time, the wife knows the secrets of do�s and don�ts which pleases the husband. At the time of difficulty and concern, when the husband is not behaving well, extra precaution should be taken and a �selfless� attitude is needed to win his heart.

A warm-welcome of the husband:
---------------------------------

When a husband enters home and looks at the wife with love and mercy and wife also looks at the husband with love and mercy, Allah looks at both of them with mercy.
Entering and leaving home with Salam and Du�a keeps the Shaytaan away.

The wife at home should adorn herself for the husband when he arrives home and meet with him cheerfully. On the other hand, when a woman goes out of her home (for example, for a social event), she should wear simple and modest clothing and observe complete Hijaab in front of non-Mahram.

Virtues of good deeds:
----------------------

Imagine a pious wife making Du�a for his husband after every Salah: May Allah make him a pious man! May Allah bless him with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! May Allah accept all his good deeds and keep Shaytaan away from him!

Pray Salat-ul-Hajat and Istekhara before making important decisions. See the main page at http://islameasy.org/

Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your spouse.

Increase time for Du�a, especially if you could wake up during the last part of night. Here is a startup script and examples of Dua:

Dua from the Core of Heart http://islameasy.org/pdf/Duae_Walihana.pdf
Munajaat-e-Maqbool http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php

Environment of pious people:
---------------------------------

Find a pious Shaykh near your area and encourage the husband to attend his programs with intention to acquire the love of Allah Almighty. Listen to lectures and read books on pious husband and wife.

Read books of virtues (like Muntakhab Ahadith, Riyadus-Saliheen) with your family for 5-10 minutes every evening.

Request the husband to bring some Islamic books of good deeds, Du�a and zikr for the family.

If there is a gathering for Taleem (Islamic knowledge to increase faith and good deeds) encourage your spouse to attend. Your masjid Imam and community may help you find such programs.

Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful.
May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! Ameen!

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Severe acne

i have got very bad acne for past 10 years, i have spent thousands of rupees to cure this disease but nothing makes permanent difference,, i am now tired,, i have tried almost every medicne n spritual treatment as well, wherever i go people comment on my problem n i really fell embarrassed.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

1) Please check the home page of our website for detailed procedure on salaatul Haajat. Allah is the only one who could make the impossible, possible. You should turn to Allah and ask him for all your needs.

2) You may recite these following verses of Quran 100 times after Isha accompanying with durood shareef:

"Laqad Khalaqnal Insana fee Ahsani Taqweem" (Surah Teen, Verse 3) and
"Rabbi Inni Mughlobun Funtasir" (Surah Qamar, verse 10)

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Husband is rude!

I live far away from my parents with my husband and his parents our marraige is 7 years old now. my husband always says me that he doesnt love me he got married to me
because his mother told him he fullfills all my needs. when ever i object on his late coming home and saying these dry words to me his mother and he criticizes me she says see haven�t my son spend so much money on you, he takes to hotels and then are you objecting on our last vacation to india, i told my parents about my problem my father got angry and ask my husband about all this he told him I am like this only, if not take your daughter home; they don�t keep a servant; when i told my parents they told me if we go for separation can you live without your children, i dont know what to do .. please advice
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Marriage is a great Sunnah whilst divorce is disliked by Allah. Rasul sallallahu alaihi wa sallam has said that if a woman asks for a divorce for no reason, then the smell of paradise is forbidden for her [Tirmidhi].

It is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic. Divorce is permissible only as a last resort.

Ask yourself the reason of your husband's mistrust. Is this his personality? If so, resort to patience, Salaah and Du'a. In most cases, this is because of his lack of confidence, therefore always reassure him of your love for him. If your husband does not trust you because of a
previous error, then seek to regain his love and confidence by displaying your love for him, regret (on the mistake), and make commitment to the marriage. Be ever cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused
the problem.

In any case, do not leave the home without his permission. Do not visit places he dislikes etc. Insha Allah, with patience, Du'a and effort your husband will come to trust you.

Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah narrated that the Rasul sallahu alaihi wasallam said, "If a women prays her five daily prayers,fasts the month of Ramadhaan, guards her chastity and obeys her husband,it will be said to her, "Enter paradise from whichever of the gates of
Paradise you wish"

May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and actions. Ameen!

InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.

You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur�an 30: 21]

Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.

May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!

Kindly review some of the advices on
�Happy Marriage � Living with Peaceand Harmony at Home� at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php


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Dua for beautiful child

dua in pregnancy to having a beautiful and healthy child?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

You can recite these Duas;

1) Rabbi habli milla dunka waliyya

2) Rabbi laa tazarni fardaw wa anta khairul waaritheen


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Husband behaves like a boss

Assalam walaikum warahmatulla, My husband is very reserve minded he always behaves like a boss and does not love me, nor respect me and my family. He uses bad language for me .. and is very rude sometimes i want him to be friendly with me and share his feelings with me. Is there any dua to be friendly with me and respect me?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony!

Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah. �Do not go by the book of �My Rights�. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other
words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.

The unfortunate part is that the husband opens the chapter of his rights and the wife opens the chapter of her rights. The parents open the chapter of their rights, and the children, of their rights. The teacher, his rights and the pupils, their rights, and then everone demands fulfillment
of these rights.

No doubt, rights have been declared so that no person should stop short of their fulfillment, but you cannot have a peaceful society if there is just demand for rights and no fulfillment of corresponding obligations.�

(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)

Ask yourself the reason of your spouse's mistrust. You should always reassure your spouse of your love. If this is due to a mistake in the past, then seek to regain the love and confidence by displaying your love, regret (on the mistake), and make commitment to the marriage. Be ever
cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused the problem.

InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.

You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur�an 30: 21]

Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.

May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!

Kindly review some of the advices on
�Happy Marriage � Living with Peaceand Harmony at Home� at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php


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Husband involved with other women

1. I have been married nearly a year. Few months after our Nikah, me and my husband keep arguing and now I found out his is having an affair. I love him a lot but he doesn�t see or realize that, may Allah guide him. Is there any duaa that I can recite for him to love me the way he did before. How can I save our marriage and for Allah to stop him from a major sin.

2. Husband is involved with other women in dating, he does not give attention in home and kids. Kindly give any wazifa or dua for his right path.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

[editor's note: Winning the Husband � Saving a Marriage]

May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony!
Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. Due to the influence of Shaytaan, bad desires and environment outside and inside the home, sometimes a married man starts making an affair with a non-Mahram woman and may lose interest in his own wife at home. This article discusses some causes of this problem and a few suggestions for the wife to re-gain her husband�s love.
At the time of concern and tension in domestic affairs, review your life pattern to see in how many ways you can improve yourselves.

Protection of eyes:
--------------------
This is one of the biggest concerns in the Ummah today, affecting both the young an old. The outside environment (streets, markets, workplaces, social events) and media inside homes (TV, magazines, internet) and filled with opportunities to look at non-Mahram faces. If someone does not protect the eyes and looks with lust and desires, his heart may be occupied with dozens of beautiful faces and may easily forget his own wife.

Disrespect and quarrels at home:
--------------------------------
Even if the wife is sincere in her heart, sometimes abusing the tongue on domestic issues may lead the husband to feel disrespected. If the wife does not treat the husband well, he may find more peace talking to strange women outside home. Usually the people outside home (for example, at the markets and social events) appear more polite, courteous and keeping a soft and sweet-tone. This is a �big competition� for the spouse at home to surpass the loving and admiring attitude experienced in the outside world!

Suggestions for Happy Marraige
------------------------------
Kindly review our advice on Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home at http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

Manners and protection of tongue:
----------------------------------
From our elders we have learned that the best method to increase the love between the husband and the wife is to obtain great morals and etiquettes and to guard our tongue. By doing both of those, one will be able to attract your spouse into a never ending love. Please review the following article: http://islameasy.org/K213_Tongue_protection.php

List of husband�s likes and dislikes:
-------------------------------------
Living closely for a period of time, the wife knows the secrets of do�s and don�ts which pleases the husband. At the time of difficulty and concern, when the husband is not behaving well, extra precaution should be taken and a �selfless� attitude is needed to win his heart.

Looking for rights or love?
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�Do not go by the book of �My Rights�. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.�
(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)

A warm-welcome of the husband:
------------------------------
When the husband enters home and looks at the wife with love and mercy and wife also looks at the husband with love and mercy, Allah looks at both of them with mercy.
Entering and leaving home with Salam and Du�a keeps the Shaytaan away.

The wife at home should decorate herself for the husband when he arrives home and meet with him cheerfully. On the other hand, when a woman goes out of her home (for example, for a social event), she should wear simple and modest clothing and observe complete Hijaab in front of non-Mahram. In practice, this is not followed in today�s society which opens the door of issues.

Virtues of good deeds:
----------------------
Imagine a pious wife making Du�a for his husband after every Salah: May Allah make him a pious man! May Allah bless him with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! May Allah accept all his good deeds and keep Shaytaan away from him!
Pray Salat-ul-Hajat and Istekhara before making important decisions. See the main page at http://islameasy.org/
Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your spouse.
Increase time for Du�a, especially if you could wake up during the last part of night. Here is a startup script and examples of Dua:

Dua from the Core of Heart http://islameasy.org/pdf/Duae_Walihana.pdf
Munajaat-e-Maqbool http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php

Environment of pious people:
----------------------------
Find a pious Shaykh near your area and encourage the husband to attend his programs with intention to acquire the love of Allah Almighty. Listen to lectures and read books on pious husband and wife.

Read books of virtues (like Muntakhab Ahadith, Riyadus-Saliheen) with your family for 5-10 minutes every evening.
Request the husband to bring some Islamic books of good deeds, Du�a and zikr for the family.

If there is a gathering for Taleem (Islamic knowledge to increase faith and good deeds) encourage your spouse to attend. Your masjid Imam and community may help you find such programs.

Only Allah knows what is beneficial for us. He is All Wise, All Merciful.

May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony! Ameen!

Recommended Readings for wife:
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The Rights of Husband by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar
http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/the-rights-of-husband

The Rights of a Husband and his Status* by Shaykh Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani
*Discourses on Islamic Way of Life volume-2, Darul-Ishaat, Karachi, Pakistan (translation of Islahi Khutbaat, translated by Iqbal Hussain Ansari)

Recommended Readings for Husband:
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The Rights of Women by Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar
http://www.khanqah.org/books/show/rights-of-women


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Taubah from pre-marriage relation

This question is on behalf of one of my sisters. She asked if someone had a pre-marriage love, but now when she realizes her mistake, then, did she commit a sin which is unforgivable or if she does proper Tau�bah then Allah might forgive her?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

You can help your sister by telling her that, it is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to correct our mistakes and make amends, we turn to Allah and beg for his forgiveness.

One should make sincere Tawbah/ repentance to Allah for one's sins. The requisites of Taubah are three:

(1) To immediately abstain from the sin.

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

(3) To make a determined intention not to return to the sin. (Ruhul ma"ani Vol28 Pg235)

It is good to remember one's sins as this will keep us humble in front of Allah. We would advise her to firstly, seek the company of the pious, maybe a sister scholar (Alimah) in your locality, or friends who are concerned with their deen.

After having made a sincere Tawbah, you should have a firm conviction in the acceptance of your Tawbah. Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala) is all-Merciful and all-Forgiving. He is always ready to accept the repentance of His sinful slaves.

After repenting, you should try to live your life in absolute accordance with the Shariah and Sunnah of the Prophet (SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam). This will bring the utmost peace and tranquility into your life. It is a blessing from Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala) that He made you realize the mistake. From this point on, you should make a firm decision and live your life only in the way that pleases Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala) and we pray that Allah makes this easy for you. Ameen!

Secondly, the remembrance of Allah washes away the rust that gathers on the heart because of sins. If not cleansed regularly, the heart will not guide her to do good deeds.

Lastly, the Prophet Sallallahu alaihi wa Sallam advised his companions by saying "abstain from sins and you will be from the most pious of men." One should keep on striving and be hopeful of the mercy of Allah.

May Allah grant us all the ability to abstain from sins and become practicing Muslims, Aameen!


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Evil eye and Hasad (Jealousy)

How would I know if someone has cursed me with the evil eye?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

With regard to dealing with the evil eye and hasad (destructive envy), there is no doubt that when a person is close to Allah, always remembering Him (dhik) and reading Qur�aan, he is less likely to be affected by the
evil eye and other kinds of harm from the devils of mankind and the jinn.

The Prophet (SALLALLAHO ALAIHE WASALLAM) used to seek refuge with Allah for himself, and the greatest means of seeking refuge that is available to the Muslim is
reading the Book of Allah, above all the Mi�wadhatayn (the last two Surahs of the Qur�aan, al-Falaq and al-Naas), Surat al-Faatihah and Aayat al-Kursi [al-Baqarah 2:255]
Among the saheeh du�aa�s which have been narrated from the
Prophet (SALLALLAHO ALAIHE WASALLAM) are:

A�oodhu bi kalimaat Allahit-taammaati min sharri maa khalaq (I seek refuge
in the perfect words of Allah from the evil of that he has created)
[Narrated by Muslim, al-Dhikr wa�l-Du�aa]

It was narrated that Ibn �Abbaas (RA) said: �The Prophet (SALLALLAHO ALAIHE WASALLAM)S used to seek refuge with Allah for Hasan (RA) and Husayn (RA). He said:
�Your father [i.e., Ibraaheem] used to seek refuge with Allah for Ismaa�eel (AS) and Ishaaq (AS) with these words: A�oodhu bi kalimaat Allahit-taammah min kulli shaytaanin wa haammah wa min kulli �aynin laammah (I seek refuge in
the perfect words of Allah, from every devil and every poisonous reptile,and from every bad eye)� [Narrated by al-Bukhaari, Ahaadeeth al-Anbiyaa�]

Undoubtedly, when a person persists in reciting the adhkaar (dhikr) for morning and evening, and the adhkaar for going to sleep, and others, this will have a great effect in protecting him from the evil eye.


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Choosing for marriage

Is there a Dua I can make for a person to ask me to marry then other than Istikarah?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Yes Sister, the only advice that I can give you is to take note of his commitment to Islam. If he is one who attempts to fulfill the faraaidh (compulsory actions like Salaah, Zakaah etc) and the Sunnah of Rasul sallalahu alaihi wasallam (good conduct etc.), then perform Salatul Istikhaarah, seek the advices of your wali (guardian) and put your trust in Allah.

Pray Salat-ul-Hajat and Istekhara before making important decisions. See the main page at http://islameasy.org/
There are many resources to guide you. One resource is at the web site
http://www.islameasy.org/marriage-in-islam.php
The kitab "Nikah (marriage) in Islam" written by Shaykh Asharaf Ali Thanwi (RA) is also beneficial.


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To guide a person to Islam

Is there a dua to make for a non-Muslim who is slightly interested in Islam to be guided to Islam? [details about Islam]
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

When someone embraces Islam, Allah forgives all of his previous sins and evil deeds. A man called Amr came to the Prophet Muhammad (SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam) and said,
�Give me your right hand so that I may give you my pledge of loyalty.�
The Prophet SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam stretched out his right hand. Amr withdrew his hand. The Prophet SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam said: What has happened to you, O Amr? He replied, �I intend to lay down a condition.� The Prophet SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam asked: What condition do you intend to put forward? Amr said, �That God forgive my sins.� The Prophet SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam said: Didn�t you know that converting to Islam erases all previous sins?
(Narrated in Saheeh Muslim and Musnad Ahmad).

After embracing Islam, the person will be rewarded for his or her good and bad deeds according to the following saying of the Prophet Muhammad (SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam):
Your Lord, Who is blessed and exalted, is most merciful. If someone intends to do a good deed but does not do it, a good deed will be recorded for him. And if he does do it, (a reward of) ten to seven hundred or many more times (the reward of the good deed), will be recorded for him. And
if someone intends to do a bad deed but does not do it, a good deed will be recorded for him. And if he does do it, a bad deed will be recorded against him or God will wipe it out. (Narrated in Musnad Ahmad,and Saheeh Muslim)

Some Basic Islamic Beliefs
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1) Belief in God:
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Muslims believe in one, unique, incomparable Allah, Who has no son nor partner, and that none has the right to be worshipped but Him alone. He is the true God, and every other deity is false. He has the most magnificent names and sublime perfect attributes. No one shares His
divinity, nor His attributes. In the Quran, Allah describes Himself:
Say, �He is Allah, the One. Allah, to Whom the creatures turn for their needs. He begets not, nor was He begotten, and there is none like Him.�
(Quran, 112:1-4)

No one has the right to be invoked, supplicated, prayed to, or shown any act of worship, but Allah alone.
Allah alone is the Almighty, the Creator, the Sovereign, and the Sustainer of everything in the whole universe. He manages all affairs. He stands in need of none of His creatures, and all His creatures depend on Him for
all that they need. He is the All-Hearing, the All-Seeing, and the All-Knowing. In a perfect manner, His knowledge encompasses all things, the open and the secret, and the public and the private. He knows what has happened, what will happen, and how it will happen. No affair occurs
in the whole world except by His will. Whatever He ills is, and whatever He does not will is not and will never be. His will is above the will of all the creatures. He has power over all things, and He is able to do everything. He is the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful, and the Most Beneficent. In one of the sayings of the Prophet Muhammad(SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam), we are told that Allah is more merciful to His creatures than a mother to her child. Allah is far removed from injustice and tyranny. He is All-Wise in all of His actions and decrees. If someone wants something from Allah, he or she can ask Allah directly without asking anyone else to intercede with Allah for him or her.

2) Belief in the Angels:
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Muslims believe in the existence of the angels and that they are honored creatures. The angels worship God alone, obey Him, and act only by His command. Among the angels is Gabriel, who brought down the Quran to Muhammad SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam.

3) Belief in God�s revealed Books:
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Muslims believe that God revealed books to His messengers as proof for mankind and as guidance for them. Among these books is the Quran, which God revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam). God has guaranteed the Quran�s protection from any corruption or distortion.
�Indeed, We have sent down the Quran, and surely We will guard it (from corruption)�. (Quran, 15:9)

4) Belief in the Prophets and Messengers of God:
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Muslims believe in the prophets and messengers of God, starting with Adam,including Noah, Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob, Moses, and Jesus (peace and blessings be upon them all). God�s final message to man, a reconfirmation of the eternal message, was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (SallAllahu Alayhi Wa-Sallam).

God has said:
�Muhammad is not the father of any one of your men, but he is the Messenger of God and the last of the prophets..�. (Quran, 33:40)
Muslims believe that all the prophets and messengers were created human beings who had none of the divine qualities of God.

5) Belief in the Day of Judgment:
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Muslims believe in the Day of Judgment (the Day of Resurrection) when all people will be resurrected for God�s judgment according to their beliefs and deeds.

6) Belief in Al-Qadar:
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Muslims believe in Al-Qadar, which is Divine Predestination, but this belief in Divine Predestination does not mean that human beings do not have freewill. Rather, Muslims believe that God has given human beings
freewill. This means that they can choose right or wrong and that they are responsible for their choices.


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Advice to quit drinking

Is there a dua that I can make for a person to quit drinking for good inshallah?
Also, Is there a dua to have someone be guided to the right path inshaallah? Jazakallah.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

It should be understood that all types of intoxicants and drugs are impermissible (haraam) in Islam (that includes alcohol). All such things should be avoided and if one is involved in consuming these drugs and intoxicants, one should immediately seek forgiveness from Allah Ta'ala and refrain from using it ever again.

One can recite: Allahumma inni asalukal huda wattuqa wal a'faafa wal ghina (Muslim)
meaning:�O Allah! I beseech you for guidance, piety, chastity and contentment�.



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baby boy

I have two daughters, now I want to have a baby boy. In Islamic point of view, can I desire for baby boy?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Yes, in Islamic point of view you can desire for baby boy, the best way to request anything from Allah ta'la is to make dua for it after every ibadah (worship).

Salaatul Haajaat (Prayer for Need)
http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

Besides that, it mentioned in some books that a couple who intends to name their son Muhammad if they have a son, will be granted a son inshAllah. But one should be grateful at whatever Allah taala grants.

May Allah grant you a son that can be a source for hidayah of the ummah. Ameen!



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Overwhelming sin

I have a lot of worries to share (re: Overwhelming sin).
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. If we did not do so, we would have been with the angels.

However, Allah has given us the ability to correct our mistakes and make amends, we turn to Allah and beg for his forgiveness.

One should make sincere Tawbah/ repentance to Allah for one's sins. The requisites of Taubah are three:

(1) To immediately abstain from the sin.

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

(3) To make a determined intention not to return to the sin. (Ruhul ma"ani Vol28 Pg235)

It is good to remember one's sins as this will keep us humble in front of Allah. We would advise you to firstly, seek the company of the pious, maybe a scholar in your locality, or friends who are concerned with their deen.

Secondly, the remembrance of Allah washes away the rust that gathers on the heart because of sins. If not cleansed regularly, the heart will not guide you to do good deeds.

Lastly, the Prophet sallallahu alaihi wa sallam advised his companions by saying "abstain from sins and you will be from the most pious of men." One should keep on striving and be hopeful of the mercy of Allah.

May Allah grant us all the ability to abstain from sins and become practicing Muslims , Aameen!


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Missing Salah due to Morning Sickness

I am a born Muslim and I am having extreme difficulty making Salah. I am currently 8 weeks with child. I have an acute case of morning sickness which is no excuse but I am missing so many prayers and I need help. It's not as if I don't care because Salah is on my mind all day, but I do nothing about it, but feel miserable. I know I probably sound silly but I really need help and some type of inspiration PLEASE!!
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Sometimes due to illnesses and other health problem, a person tends to lack of on their religious duties. You should remind yourself of the important of Salat in Islam and what status it has. To assist in this, I would say, read from the chapter of Fada'il Salat (collection of Ahadith on virtues of prayer) often. The narrations mentioned therein will reinforce the important of Salat in your heart. Also, it is to difficult to pray longer Salat due to morning sickness, shorten your Salat so you can complete it without any difficultly. For example, a person in sickness or difficulty is allowed omit the sunnah and mustahab acts of Salat. If you were to concentrate on the fard and wajib acts of Salat, your Salat will be shorten greatly and you will be able to complete it without any difficulty. However, this should be only done during your sickness. In normal days, the Salat should be performed with all its etiquettes.

[Editor's note]:

Hadith � 1
Abu Zar RadiyAllahu `anhu narrates that once the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam came out of his house. It was autumn and the leaves were falling off the trees. He caught a branch of a tree and its leaves began to drop in large number. At this he remarked, 'O, Abu Zar! when a Muslim offers his salat to please Allah, his sins are shed away from him just as these leaves are falling off this tree. (Ahmad)

Hadith � 2a
Abu Huraira RadiyAllahu `anhu narrates that once the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam asked his companions, 'Do you think that dirt can remain on a person bathing 5 times a day in a brook running in front of his door?' 'No', replied the compan�ions, 'No dirt can remain on his body.' The Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam remarked: 'So, exactly similar is the effect of salat offered 5 times a day. With the Grace of Allah, it washes away all the sins'.(Bukhari, Muslim)

Hadith � 2b
Jabir RadiyAllahu `anhu narrates that he heard the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam saying: The likeness of 5 times daily salat is as the like�ness of a deep brook running in front of the door of a person who bathes therein 5 times a day.(Muslim)

Hadith � 3
Huzaifa RadiyAllahu `anhu says that, whenever the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam happened to face any difficulty, he would at once resort to salat. (Ahmad, Abu Dawud)

Hadith � 4
Abu Qatada bin Rabiy RadiyAllahu `anhu says he heard the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam saying, �Allah has said, "(O, Muhammad!) I have ordained 5 times daily salat for your followers. I have made a covenant with Myself that whoever is regular in performing his salat at its fixed hour, he shall be admitted into Paradise. Those of your fol�lowers, who do not guard their salat, are not included in this covenant." (Abu Dawud, Ibn Maja)

Hadith - 5
Ibn Salman RadiyAllahu `anhu says that he heard one of the companions of the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam nar�rating, "When we had won the battle of Khaibar, we began to buy and sell among ourselves the booty that had fallen to our lot. One of us went to Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam and said, 'O, Prophet of Allah, no one else has earned so much profit as I have obtained in today's trade.' How much did you earn? Asked the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam. He re�plied, 'I kept on selling and buying till I earned a net profit of 300 Oqiya of silver.' The Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam said, "Shall I inform you of something better than that?" He ex�claimed, 'Do tell me, O, Prophet of Allah!' The Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam remarked 'Two rakats nafl after (Fard) salat.(Abu Dawud)

Hadith � 6
Ammar bin Yasir RadiyAllahu `anhu nar�rates that he heard the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam saying: "When a person finishes his salat, he gets 1/10th, 1/9th, 1/8th, 1/7th, 1/6th, 1/5th, 1/4th, 1/3rd or � of the maximum reward (according to the quality of salat performed by him)."(Abu Dawud, Nasai)

Hadith � 7
Abu Huraira RadiyAllahu `anhu narrates, "We heard the Prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam saying, 'The first deed of a person to be reckoned for on the Day of Judgment will be his salat. A person will succeed and attain his goal if his salat is accepted. He will fail and lose badly if it is rejected. If any deficiency is found in his Fard salat, Allah will say (to the angels): "Look for any Nafl salat in his account". Then the deficiency in his Fard salat will be made good by Nafl salat. The rest of the religious practices (viz. Fast, Zakat etc.) will then be reckoned for in the same manner."


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Lost love from Husband

After 16 years of marriage and 5 kids, the husband started an affair with another woman and went to have another marriage. He does not give proper time, love or support to the first family and kids. [Note: question from a country where more than one marriages was allowed]
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

We receive your request with sorrow and grief. May Allah bless your family a peaceful life at home! We turn to Allah and beg for his forgiveness.

Kindly review some of the advices on "Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home" at our main page http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah �Do not go by the book of �My Rights�. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.

The unfortunate part is that the husband opens the chapter of his rights and the wife opens the chapter of her rights. The parents open the chapter of their rights, and the children, of their rights. The teacher, his rights and the pupils, their rights, and then everyone demands fulfillment of these rights.

No doubt, rights have been declared so that no person should stop short of their fulfillment, but you cannot have a peaceful society if there is just demand for rights and no fulfillment of corresponding obligations.�

(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)

Ask yourself the reason of your spouse's mistrust. You should always reassure your spouse of your love. If this is due to a mistake in the past, then seek to regain the love and confidence by displaying your love, regret (on the mistake), and make commitment to the marriage. Be ever cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused the problem.

InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.

You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur�an 30: 21]

Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.

[Editor's note]

Remember the teaching of the Islam to win the heart:

- Repel evil with good deeds;
- Join relations with the one who cuts it with you;
- Make Salaam to one who does not make Salaam;
- Forgive those who did bad to you;
- Keep politeness in all talk, with respect and love;

Allah says in the Noble Qur�an:
�The good deed and the evil deed cannot be equal. Repel (the evil) with one which is better (i.e. Allah ordered the faithful believers to be patient at the time of anger, and to excuse those who treat them badly), then verily! he, between whom and you there was enmity, (will become) as though he was a close friend.� [41:34].
�But none is granted it (the above quality) except those who are patient, and none is granted it except the owner of the great portion (of the happiness in the Hereafter i.e. Paradise and in this world of a high moral character). �[41:35].

Read Salaatul Haajaat (Prayer of Need)
http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

Durood on the Prophet (Sallallaho Alaihe Wasallam)

Recite several times morning and evening:

ALLAHUMMA SALLI ALA MUHAMMADI(M) Muatta-rir-Roohe Wa Alahit-Tayyebeenat-Tahireena Salatan Tuatte-runa Biha wa Barik wa Sallim

(note: All �t� sounds are soft, like �taleem� in Arabic/Urdu)

Recite the following:

LA ILAHA ILLA ANTA SUBHANAKA INNI KUNTU MINAZ ZALIMEEN
Translation: �None has the right to be worshipped but You (O Allah)), Glorified (and Exalted) are You (above all that (evil) they associate with You). Truly, I have been of the wrong-doers."

LA HAULA WA LA QUWATA ILLA BILLAHIL ALIEL AZEEM
Translation: �There is no strength (to refrain from sins but with the protection from Allah) and there is no power (to accomplish good deeds) but with the help of Allah, the High, the Supreme�

There is a great reward for patience at the time of difficulty. Make lots of Isteghfar and have complete trust in Allah. �Only Allah can solve my Problem, or bless me with something better�. You should try your best to server your husband with love and respect and request Allah to soften his heart.

Dua:
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Give some Sadaqa on behalf of your spouse.
Make Du�a for your spouse after every Salah:

May Allah give him the ability to make Taubah, stop him from bad deeds and keep Shaitaan away from him! May Allah bless him with wisdom and knowledge of Deen! May Allah make him a pious person, forgive his faults, have mercy on him, elevate his status, and bless him with piety and generosity�. Ameen!

Increase time for Du�a, especially if you could wake up during the last part of night. Here is a startup script and example of Dua:

Dua from the Core of Heart http://islameasy.org/pdf/Duae_Walihana.pdf

Munajaat-e-Maqbool http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php

May Allah bless your family a peaceful life at home!

Cure for depression
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Weak memorization

Assalamu alaykum dear mualimah, I am doing an Alim course I experience difficulty in memorization. Is their any particular wazifa to help me strengthen my memorization? jazakallah
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

You may recite the following duas:

1) Rabbi zidni ilma

2) Rabbish rahli sadri wa yassirli amri wahlul uqdatam milisaani yafqhu qawli

3) Rabbi yassir wa la tuassir wa tammim bil khair

4) Salaatul Haajah:
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It is narrated by Abdullah bin Obi owfaa RA that the Messenger of Allah said "Who ever has a need from Allah, or in relation to man, he should perform wudu in a complete and beautiful way, then offer 2 rakaahs of salah. He should then praise Allah and send Salawaat (durood) upon Nabi sallallahu alaihi wa sallam and then say:

"Laa ilaaha illallaahul haleemul kareem-subhaanallahi rabbil arshil azeem-wal hamdulilaahi rabbil aalameen -as aluka moojibaati rahmatik-wa azaaima maghfiratik-wal ghaneemata min kulli birr- was salaamati min kulli ithm- laa tada' lanaa dhamban illaa ghafartah-walaa hamman illaa farrajtah-walaa haajatan hiya laka ridan illaa qadaytahaa -yaa arhamar rawhimeen" (Ibne Maajah-Tirmizi)

We learn from the Qur�an and Sunnah that we should engage in Salaah for all our needs. The best time of offering optional prayers is in the last portion of the night, when the entire creation is in sleep and in a state of neglect, this is a great time to earn the help and pleasure of Allah. If one is unable to do this, he/she may offer salaah at any other time, (aside from the makrooh times)

You can also recite Hasbunallahu wa nimal wakeel many times everyday.


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Watching Movie

Can we watch the Movie THE MESSAGE? Some people say that we should not watch it because they show Sahabas (The Companions of the Prophet sallallahu alaihi wa sallam) in that Movie. So please guide me what is the truth.
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Basically, watching TV and videos are not permissible. These acts are the combination of several sins, such as looking at non-mahram, music, pictures as well as waste of time.
The same ruling applies to the movie you have mentioned.




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Pictures and Photos

I would like to know if taking and keeping family pictures or photos on the mobile or laptop is haraam or halaal? jazakomullaho khayr!
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Picture frames and photographs of animate objects or animate objects/toys are not permissible.

Pictures of inanimate objects e.g. trees, mountains, etc. are permissible.

Ibn Abbas (RA) narrates, 'I heard the messenger of Allah saying,"Every picture-maker will be in the fire. A life will be created for every picture that the picture-maker made, and he will be tortured in Hell." If you have to make pictures (says Ibn Abbaas) then make a picture of a tree or such things which are inanimate.' (Bukhari and Muslim)



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Hearing a sound when making Zikr

I do a lot of Zikr after Isha paryer. Around 11:30 to 12 midnight I hear this noise only one time. The noise is like a �Tik� sound while there is no one in my room except me.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Noises within are out of man's control and, regardless of how bad they are, one should not be worried about it. There is no sin regarding it nor will he be accountable, as in the rules of Allah there is no questioning for those things that are out of the control of human. However, it is proven that if one is kept busy, such whispers do not occur nor do they impact one's life.

[Editor� Note]: Take care of your health and have a walk in the morning and evening to refresh your mind. If there is a weakness due to less sleep, you may try to reduce the amount of Zikr, after consulting a Shaykh in your area.



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Changing names for children

I have 2 sons. Elder one is 13 months old. He is too weak and could not even stand. Younger is just 1 week old..
Please tell me names which may suit them..names must be unique and Islamic....
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

It is very important to select good, beautiful and meaningful names for one's child. Rasul sallallahu alaihi wa sallam is reported to have said, "On the Day of Qiyaamah, people will be called by their names and the names of their fathers. Therefore a good name must be selected."(Abu Dawud)

Rasulullah sallallhu alaihi wa sallam also said "Allah the exalted likes best the names Abdullah and Abdur Rahman". (Muslim)

It is also desirable to keep the names of Prophets (AS), companions of the prophet S.A.W or pious scholars.


There are many resources that you may use to select a good and beautiful name for your child. One resource for Islamic names is
www.islameasy.org/islamic-names.php

[Editor's note] Khutbah on Islamic Names for children

http://islameasy.org/K212_Islamic_Names.php

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Husband does not like to have children

A sister has a hard time convincing her husband that they need to have children.
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One of the greatest gifts that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed upon His servants is the gift of children. May Allah Ta'ala grant pious children to all the Muslimeen.

Allah Ta'ala says in the Quraan "Seek help through patience and prayer."(Surah Al Baqarah, verse 45)

One of the duas that you can recite is the dua of Zakaria (A.S):
"Rabbi habli min ladunka thurriyyatan tayyibah. Innaka samiu addua."

Translation: "Oh my Rab! Grant me a righteous child as Your special favor; surely you hear all prayers."
(Surah Al-Imraan, verse 38)

You may recite it as often as possible, whenever you sit down to pray, insha-Allah.

Engage yourself in recitation of Quran and reading Durood Shareef as much as you can. Insha Allah, this will give peace to your heart.

You should also read these duas in morning and evening:
1) Rabbi inni maghlobun fan-tasir
2) Rabbi inni lima anzalta ilayya min khairin faqeer
3) Recite last two ayats of Surah Tauba seven times daily


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Family getting old and no children

My sister is 38 years old and her husband is in his late 40s and they still do not have any child. I would like to know any Islamic way like dua which may help them have a child in their life.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

One of the greatest gifts that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed upon His servants is the gift of children. May Allah Ta'ala grant pious children to all the Muslimeen.

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

One of the duas that you can recite is the dua of Zakaria (A.S)Rabbi habli min ladunka thurriyyatan tayyibah. Innaka samiu addua.
(" Oh my Rab! Grant me a righteous child as Your special favor; surely you hear all prayers."
Surah Ale Imraan, verse 38)

It is important that we place our trust in Allah, and display patience and contentment in the decree of Allah. Allah Ta'ala is our Lord, He has power over all things and to Him is our return.


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Dua Translation

Could you please tell me the correct pronunciation and meaning (in english and in urdu) of ALLAH HUMMA INNA NAJALUKA FI NUHURIHIM WA NA AAOZUBIKA MIN SHURURIHIM?

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ENGLISH:
Oh Allah, we ask you to restrain them by their necks and we seek refuge in you from their evil. [Dawud 2/89, Al-Hakim 2/142]

UDRU:
Aye Allah! Hum In Ke Muqabley Main Tujh Ko Paish Kartey Hain, Aur In Ke Sharr Se Panah Mangtey Hain.


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Lost Jewelry

My younger brother and his wife�s wedding gold jewelry is missing from their bedroom. My Elder brother and his wife are blaming them that they have stolen their own jewelry. My younger brother and his wife�s are worried a lot and they are quite helpless.

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To accuse anyone without proper proof is impermissible in Sharia'h. One should definitely abstain from this. Many times an item is misplaces and Satan brings the thought of it being stolen. Do not let Satan entertain these thoughts in your minds. Instead of blaming each other, try working with one another to locate the ring and ask the other couple for their assistance.

Read Salaatul Haajaat (Prayer of Need)
http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php


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Teaching Manners to Daughter

How do I explain to my young child (girl) not to �touch� herself? I have seen her do this a number of times and have told her not to do it without overreacting, but it doesn't seem to work.
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If the child is very young and not at the age of puberty, then most likely they are not aware of the act and are touching out of curiosity and not out of any impermissible act. However, if the child is mature and already at the age of puberty, then it will be necessary to educate the child regarding these manners. Sometimes it is difficult for the parent to speak of such topic to their own children. We advise you to ask an older sibling, a relative, or a friend who is close to your daughter to explain these issues to her.



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Donating Blood or Bone Marrow

In Islam, is it permissible for a Muslim to donate blood and/or bone marrow?
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It is permissible for a Muslim to donate blood only if it would not be used for cosmetic reasons.

As for bone marrow, it is possible with today's technology to use the patient�s bone marrow to produce new bone marrow. If in a particular situation, this is possible, then it will not be permissible to use another human�s bone marrow. However, if the doctor advise for a new bone marrow, then it will be permissible.
(Aap Kay Masa�il Aur Unka Hal 10/174)


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Mahr Money

A person pays the money of Mahr and afterwards took that money to buy gold for her. Is it allowed to take the money back from the wife?
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If a husband has given Mahr money to the wife, the money now comes in the ownership of the wife. She can do whatever she wants with the money. If she wishes, she may give the money to the husband as a gift (or to buy gold for her). However, the husband cannot demand from her to give the money back.

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Dua for Baby Girl

Alhamdulilah, by the grace of Allah I am 22 weeks pregnant and I was told in my last ultrasound that I am carrying a baby boy, Alhamdulilah. but my husband and I both wish for a girl, so can you tell me if there is any specific dua for baby girl? I trust Allah completely so i have all hope. pls pray for my baby to be healthy n tel me which dua to read. Thank you. JazakAllah.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

There is no specific surah/ dua we can refer from the ahadeeth to be read for Allah Ta�ala to grant a baby girl. However, the following dua can be read in order to ask Allah Ta�ala to bestow upon you an obedient and pious child:

"Rabbana hab lana min azwajina wa dhuriyyatina qurrata A'yunin waj'alna lil-muttaqina imama."

"Our Lord! grant us in our spouses and offspring the joy of our eyes and make us heads of the God-fearing." (Surah 25: Ayah74)

You should leave the matter of baby boy and baby girl to Allah, whatever will be granted by Him will be better, inshaAllah.

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Picture of unborn baby

Can non-mahrams look at scan picture of unborn baby?
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It is permissible for non-mahrams to look at pictures of unborn babies, as the laws of veil and concealment do not apply at this moment. However, to take picture is not permissible.

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Dua to pass exams and have peace at home

Please describe a Dua to help pass exams. The environment in my home is tense, please tell us a solution.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

1. For exams, you can make Dua to Allah. He is our creator, He gives us blessings and He gives us tests, only He has the power to make our lives better. Ask Him for every need that you have, and make this your habit in times of happiness or sorrow. After all, He is All-hearing, All-seeing.

Make Dua, do your faraidh and sunnahs, avoid committing any sins and recite "Rabbi zidni ilma" and "Rabbish-Rahli Sadri li Wa Yassirli Amri wah lul Uqdatam-Mil-lisaani yafqahu qauli" as often as you can.

May Allah Grant you beneficial knowledge, steadfastness in deen and happiness in life.

2. For your worries, engage yourself in recitation of Quran and reading Durood Shareef as much as you can. Insha Allah, this will give peace to your heart.

You should also read these duas 11 times in morning and evening:
1) Rabbi inni maghlobun fan tasir
2) Rabbi inni lima anzalta ilayya min khairin faqeer
3) Recite last two ayats of Surah tauba seven times daily

May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen

[Editor's note:
How should Every Muslim live through day and night?
http://www.islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php

Dua from Qur'an
http://www.islameasy.org/Dua_from_Quran.php]

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Marriage - Problem with Husband

My husband hates me but I love him, he is the center of my life and I think its difficult to live without him, but still some times I become strong and ask him to divorce me, he says that he loves me and he will not leave me in any situation, but he makes my life miserable.

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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony!

Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah �Do not go by the book of �My Rights�. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.

The unfortunate part is that the husband opens the chapter of his rights and the wife opens the chapter of her rights. The parents open the chapter of their rights, and the children, of their rights. The teacher, his rights and the pupils, their rights, and then everyone demands fulfillment
of these rights.

No doubt, rights have been declared so that no person should stop short of their fulfillment, but you cannot have a peaceful society if there is just demand for rights and no fulfillment of corresponding obligations.�

(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)

Ask yourself the reason of your spouse's mistrust. You should always reassure your spouse of your love. If this is due to a mistake in the past, then seek to regain the love and confidence by displaying your love, regret (on the mistake), and make commitment to the marriage. Be ever
cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused the problem.

InshaAllah, with your effort and good character, your spouse will feel like doing the same.

You can recite Ayat 21 of Surah Rome [Qur�an 30: 21]

Besides this you should read YA Wadoodo and YA Salaamo 21 times everyday.

May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!

[Editor�s note]
Kindly review some of the advices on
�Happy Marriage � Living with Peaceand Harmony at Home� at our main page
http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php

Cure for depression
http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

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Visiting the grave of the Prophet (sallallahu Alahi wa
Sallam)

When women from all over the world go to umrah or hajj, they also go to Masjid e Nabwi. In Masjid e Nabawi, men are allowed to be very close to the roza of Rasool u Allah (Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam , Peace be upon him), meaning they can see the golden gates in which the Prophet's grave is. Only at a certain time during the day usually in the morning, they allow women to come to this area for about a few hours. So my question is would this be considered going to the grave of the Prophet (Peace be upon him) even though we can't see the grave and so on.

Actually, I went for umrah and went to riaz ul jannah and the roza of RasoolulAllah (Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam , peace be upon him). I am asking this question so I can better answer if someone says "we don't go to the graves that's why we don't go where the prophet's grave is either in Masjid e Nabawi". I personally think these people are unfortunate! and Allah knows best.

So please answer my question that for women to go to the roza of the prophet be considered forbidden as well since they are not allowed to visit graves?

Jazakallah for your answer, may Allah Subhanahu Wa'Taala bless you for spreading the knowledge of Islam.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

In Fatawa Mehmoodia, it is mentioned that women are allowed to visit the mubarak grave of Prophet Mohammad Sallallahu alaihi wasallam.


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Zikr and Arabic Dua during menstruation

Can ladies, in their periods, recite the daily duas and darood shareef as they recite in the other days of month? For few months, I have developed a habit to recite the small
darood shareef more than one thousand times in the whole day. Furthermore I also try to read 100 times "HASBUNALLAHOO WA NEMAL WAKEEL", some of ALLAH'S
names and few other zikars like duas of morning and evening as prescribed by the Holy Prophet (P.B.U.H.) in daily routine. Can I continue the same practices in the days of menses or not? By reading these Azkaar, I got satisfaction of mind and heart but during the days of menses I got depression while stopping these azkaar especially reading the Darood Shareef as even in my home, office and other places the words of Darood shareef are uttered very smoothly, easily and automatically. Does Shariah allow a menstruating woman to continue all this or not? I am praying to Allah to have relaxation for a woman in this matter. JazakaAllah.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Yes Sister, you are allowed to recite your zikr, Istighfar, durood, names of Allah, and duas of morning and evening while in menstruation. A Dua-Ayat from the Qur�an can also be read (from memory) with the intention of Dua only (that is, not with the intention of Tilawat).

However, it is not permissible for a Muslim woman to recite (or touch) the Qur�an, offer Salah, or fast during the menstruation period.

May Allah will make it easy for you. Ameen!

[Editor�s note]
Kindly review other QA on this page with the topic of menstruation.

�A gift for the Daughters of the Ummah� � (topics on Purity and Tahara, what every Muslim sister should know). by Jamiatul Ulama (KZN), Ta'limi Board, South Africa

http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Tuhfatul_Banaat.pdf

�Cure for depression� http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php

Status of Woman in Islam by Shaykh Ahmed Abdul Mujeeb Qasmi (translated by Muhammad Owais Jafrey)
http://www.islameasy.org/K225_WomenInIslam.php


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Dua for Marriage proposal

My parents delayed my marriage due to some reasons and now the number of proposals has decreased.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

You can read Salatul hajat. Salatul Hajaat is a regular 2 rakaah prayer followed by a Du'a that has been prescribed by Rasul salllahu Alahi wa sallam.

One can also pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah. This is also a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a. The Dua's can be found in Du'a books. A good Du'a book that has been translated in various languages is Al-Hisnul Haseen. The most preferred time for this prayer is the last portion of the night before the fajr prayer. But you can pray it at other times too.

It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed on us another bounty, or granted us relief from a difficulty, or a reward is given to us in the Akhirah in place of it. Alhamdulillah,
Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not be hasty or ungrateful.

In addition, it is important to research and read books and articles on Marriage, so that we look for the qualities in a man that are pleasing to Allah Ta'ala. There are articles on this website too. Do read them and arm yourself with the knowledge of Deen.

May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolness of your eyes.
Ameen!

[Editor's note:]
Du'a for Istikhara:
http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.htm

Salaatul Haajaat (Prayer for Need)
http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php


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Istikhara for Marriage

I want to get married and I have consulted my parents and they don�t seem to like him, but yet they have agreed, but they still look for other men and they come to see me in my house without me being informed about that. The man I want to marry and his family has accepted, but my family agreed and lied about the wedding arrangements to his family and now they don�t contact his family and delaying the nikah...
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

We highly advise you and the other party to perform Salatul Istikhara. After performing this salaat, if the outcome is good, then you may try and pursue the marriage.

Another Salaat that we suggest is Salaatul Hajat, which Rasulullah(sallallahu alayhi wasallam) told the Companions to perform when they are faced with a need. One should perform ablution in the Sunnah manner and then offer two rakaat of salaah with complete devotion. After this, one
should praise Allah with the recitation of His most glorious names, then recite Durood Sharief, and then recite the following dua:

La ilaha illalLahul-Haleemul-kareem. Subhana Allahi rabi el-`arshil `azeem.
Al-Hamdulilahi rabbi il-`Alameen. As'aluka mujibati rahmatika, wa `aza'ima maghfiratika, wal-`ismata min kuli dhanb, wal ghaneemata min kuli birr,
was-salamata min kuli ithm. La tada` li dhanban illa ghafartahu,wala hamman illa farajtahu, wala hajatan hiya laka ridan illa qadaytaha ya arhama ar-rahimeen.

(There is no god but Allah, the Ever-Clement, the Most Generous. I celebrate the Glory of Allah, the Lord of the Magnificent Throne. All praise and thanks are due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. I beseech You,seeking that which will draw me closer to Your mercy, and that which will
make certain for me Your Forgiveness. O Allah, grant me protection against any sin, and a share of every virtue. Do not leave me a sin without forgiving it, a worry without relieving me of it, or a need that meets with Your pleasure without providing for it, O Most Merciful Lord.)

After reciting the above dua, beseech Allah Ta�ala regarding one�s needs and desires.

[Editor's note:]
Du'a for Istikhara:
http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.htm

Salaatul Haajaat (Prayer for Need)
http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php


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New Muslimah, question about non-Muslim parents

New Muslimah, question about non-Muslim parents
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

InshaAllah, the material on our site will help in learning Islamic faith and practice. You may contact Muslim sisters in your area for additional learning.

Islam teaches respect, sympathy and tolerance. Kind treatment of parents is a quality of the believer. Please review the answer to the following question on our QA page:

�Advice to New Muslimah regarding non-Muslim parents�
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The Quraan and Ahaadith are replete with orders and advices of being obedient to one's parents. Allah Ta'ala states, "And worship Allah and do not ascribe any partner to Him and be favorable to parents." (Banu Israaeel).
Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, "Paradise lies under the feet of the mothers."

Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, "The pleasure of Allah lies in the pleasure of the father and the displeasure of Allah lies in the displeasure of the father."

It is clear from the above quotations that one should respect their parents and be favorable to them. The ruling is general. It includes parents who are Muslims as well as non-Muslims. Asma (Radhiallaahu Anha) states that her mother was a non-Muslim and came to visit her, she enquired from Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) if she can enjoin ties with her non-Muslim mother. Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) replied, "Yes". (Bukhari vol.2)

Maintaining ties with non-Muslim parents or relatives presents one with an ideal situation to convey the etiquettes of Islam in a practical way. That is the most effective way of Da'awah. If one wins the confidence of a person, generally, he can make whatever he wants of the person.

It is also important to point out that in dealing with non-Muslim parents or relatives, one must not compromise in one's Islamic values and principles. It is incorrect to obey anyone against the orders of Allah Ta'ala.

Wait for the perfect time and do lots of dua that Allah gives your parents hidayah (guidance), especially after tahajjud prayer. We commend for your steadfastness and pray that Allah Ta'ala grant you the best of both the worlds, Aameen!

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There is no compulsion in religion. Islam is the continuation of the same original message brought by all previous prophets. Jesus (peace be upon him) is a great prophet of Islam. Islam is the only religion other than Christianity which gives a very high status to Jesus (peace be upon him).

Do lots of supplications that Allah guide you and your parents, especially after daily prayers. May Allah grant you the best of both the worlds, Aameen!

Here are supplications from the Quran you may learn http://islameasy.org/Dua_from_Quran.php

Additional supplications http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php


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Why Hijab?

Please send me a few ahadith regarding females dressing in their pardah (Hijaab).
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

You have asked a question which is a very important part of our lives as Muslim women. We will try to answer it as simply as possible,Insha-Allah.

Allah says in Surah Ahzaab, verse 59 "Oh Prophet! tell your wives and daughters and the believing women, that they should cast their outer garments (Jalaabeeb) over them, that is likelier that they be known and not harmed/annoyed......"

In order to understand a word in any language, we have to ask the experts of that language. The root word of "jalaabeeb" is "jalbab", which is used for things which cover completely.

Example: the darkness of night. When the darkness of night comes, there is no corner left which is bright, everything becomes covered in darkness. In the same way, jalbab is the garment that covers a woman from head to toe,
with nothing left open. (Lisanul Arab,V 1 - Al muhalla V 3).


We will now quote the sahaaba (R.A) who have explained the jalbab to us so clearly, that theres no room for confusion anymore. Ibne Abaas (R.A.) says under the explanation of the above verse "Allah commanded Muslim women
to pull this sheet on top of them, to cover their bodies, except one eye, when it is necessary for them to come out of their homes."

Imam Mohammed ibn Seereen says," I asked Ubaidullah Salmani RA the meaning of this verse and how the jalbab was used, he demonstrated it to me, by pulling a sheet of cloth over his head to cover his body, leaving only one eye uncovered."

It should be remembered that the sahaaba/ companions of the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam were the ones who witnessed the Qur'an being revealed, they witnessed how the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam
practiced on the verses revealed, who can give us better insight into following the Qur'an than the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam and his sahaaba?

And what about the wives of the prophet Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam who are our role-models, how did they follow the verses of Quran? Aisha (R.A.) was the wife of Nabi Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam. Once, she was left
behind by the caravan while returning from a journey. When she realized this, she thought it best to remain exactly where she was, the prophet Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam
will soon realize she is not with them and come back for her. A few miles behind this caravan was a sahaabi, Safwan bin Mu'atal (R.A.), his job was to travel behind the caravan and pick up anything left behind. As he came
closer, he noticed someone sleeping, when he realized it was Aisha (R.A.) he said loudly, innaa lilaahi wa innaa ilayhi raajioon, upon hearing his voice, Aisha (R.A.) says I got up from my sleep and immediately covered my
face with my shawl. Safwan RA recognized her because he had seen her before the verses of hijaab were revealed. But since the verses had been revealed, she now covered her face.

Alhamdolilaah, all praise is due to Allah, who has made Islam so perfect and just, that there is no difference between how we practice on it and how the wives of a prophet practiced on it. There is no different rulings
for different people. Every Muslim/ Muslimah is the same, the only difference is in taq'wa.

There are so many Aayaat and Ahaadith on this subject, that books have been written in great detail on it. We would like to end by saying that if covering the face was not necessary, just an option for women to choose from, then the other aayaat of hijaab wouldn't make sense. For example:

1. If women were free to uncover the face, why does Allah ask the men and women not to look at each other and lower their gazes. (Surah Noor)?
How will we follow this command of Allah? If covering the face is not necessary, then neither should lowering the gaze.

2. If it was permissible to uncover the face, then why do we need permission before entering someone's home?
"Oh you who believe! enter not houses other than your own, until you have asked permission...." (Surah Noor)
This aayah is guarding the females of the home so that they are not looked upon by strange men.

3. Allah commands the women "... and make not a dazzling display (of yourselves), like the former times of ignorance...." (Surah Ahzaab) and also "...And tell the believing women that they lower their gaze and guard
their modesty and not display their beauty....." (Surah Noor).
Is the face not part of the beauty of a woman? In fact, it is a focal point of her beauty. I came across a survey last year which was conducted amongst the men. They were asked as to which parts of a female would first get their attention? 80% of them replied her face, eyes and lips would
attract them first, followed by her body.

4. Why would Allah command the men to ask for any need from behind a curtain? (Surah Ahzaab)
If a woman can uncover her face then why not just ask her face to face?

5. If a woman's face is showing then a man would not be captured by her voice on first impulse. But when a woman's face and body are concealed, Allah has further commanded her not to be complacent/sweet in her speech with the males. (Surah Ahzaab)

Allah has made all these rules for the betterment of mankind, not to make us upset or miserable. Parents make rules and regulations in their homes because of the love they have for their children. If someone says that a mother disciplines her child because of hatred or misery, we would
say that its absurd. Similiarly, Allah knows what is best for us while our knowledge is limited. Our success lies in following the Quran and the Sunnah of our Rasool Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam.

We hope that this answers your question. For further detailed reading we would recommend the book "HIJAB"
(http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php) by Dr. Mohammed Ismail Memon Madani. There isn't any aspect of hijab that is left out in this book.

May Allah grant us the true understanding of his deen, Aamin!


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Losing hope

I have been going through a really tough phase of my life for the past 7 years.I offer my prayers regularly, I try not to hurt anyone, almost everyone says that I am a very nice person. I help people as much as I can. I try not to do anything wrong. I have spent a very clean life, but I don't know why Allah is not listening to my prayers instead of things getting better every passing day is
becoming more and more difficult I have offered salaat hajaat and read wazaif for the solution of my problem, but now I am losing hope ..
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

At this time you are depressed and lonely, that is why you are having such thoughts. Sometimes things don't happen the way we want it to, however, our belief as Muslims is in taqdeer and the decisions of Allah. Many a times we feel that we are the only ones going through difficulties while
everyone else seems happy, in reality this is not true. Every person in this world is tested by Allah, but each in a different way.

The Prophet Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam has said, "The world is a prison for the believer and paradise for a disbeliever." If your life is feeling like a prison right now, then take glad tidings in the words of the prophet Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam because this is a sign of your Iman.

It is mentioned in a narration, there was a believer and a disbeliever from the previous nations, they both left home one morning to catch some fish, the disbeliever took the name of his gods and cast his net, when he lifted it, it was full of fish. The believer took the name of Allah and
cast his net, at the time of sunset he lifted his net to find only one fish, which jumped out of his net into the water. So the believer returned home empty handed while the disbeliever went home with a net full of fish. Upon seeing this, the angel that was appointed for the believer felt very sad. When he returned to the skies that evening, Allah showed him the abode of the believer in Jannah, upon seeing it the angel said, by the qasam of Allah, nothing will hurt him anymore once he reaches this Jannah, then Allah showed him the abode of the disbeliever in Jahannum, to
which the angel said, by the qasam of Allah, nothing of the world will benefit him once he reaches this abode. (Tambeehul ghaafileen)

The life of a believer is full of trials and tribulations, Allah has promised us, "Verily the patient ones will be given their rewards in full, without any reckoning." [39:10]

The prophet Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam has told us to look at those who are less fortunate than ourselves. When you feel depressed, think of those who are worse off than yourself.

Dear sister, instead of praying for an early end, ask Allah to remove the difficulties that you are facing and make your tasks easy. After all He is the one with all the power and might, He can change things if He wants to. The prophet Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam has prohibited us from asking for death.

Sometimes our prayers are not granted immediately because it is best for us, if a prayer is not answered in this world then it is kept for the hereafter, it is reported in a narration that the angels in the skies recognize the voice of a believer who supplicates to Allah continuously and, when the believer will see the rewards for the duas/ prayers that
were unanswered, he will wish that Allah had not answered ANY of them and had kept them all for Aakhirah.

Lastly, make sure that your life is in accordance with the commands of Allah and his prophet Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, our success lies in this alone. Affiliate
yourself with the sisters in your masjid and sister scholars in your area. Spend your time in the remembrance of Allah and the hereafter, this will remind you that life is just passing by, in a short time we will be standing in front of Allah.

Please feel free to write to us whenever you need to and let us know if you feel better. Sometimes we just need to change our perspective, to see life in a totally new way,

May Allah remove all your difficulties and grant you ease, barakah and contentment, Aamin

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Afraid of husband-rights!

I heard that once a man and a woman enter a marriage, the woman has to obey whatever the man says to her to do. Is this true that a woman has to obey whatever the man says? What if the man disrupts the woman's ibadat by commanding her to do something at the time of salat? Is that Islamic?

I'm not even sure I want to get married anymore. Does the woman have no say in making decisions with her husband?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

The act of nikaah is a blessed Sunnah of our beloved Rasulullah (Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam). It
has been narrated in a hadith to the nearest meaning that "the nikaah is my Sunnah and whoever turned away from this Sunnah of mine is not from me�. So, if one is able to marry and does not have any valid excuse, then it is preferred that such an individual marries. Nikaah is a great blessing from Allah Ta'ala that allows individuals to fulfill their base desires in a Halaal manner and helps them abstain from haraam acts of fornication. Furthermore, Allah Ta'ala has allowed us to enter into Nikaah in order to find peace and happiness with one another. It is said in the Holy Qur'an,

"And among His signs is this, that He created for you mates from among yourselves, that you may dwell in tranquility with them, and He has put love and mercy between your hearts. Undoubtedly in these are signs for
those who reflect." [Noble Quran 30:21]

Marriage is not to be approached as a submissive act to another person, but it is described as one of the greatest acts of worship to Allah Ta'ala. By entering into Nikaah, one is put in a state of perpetual ibaadat because you are following a Sunnah of Rasulullah (Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam) every moment of you life when in that marriage. Furthermore, Allah Ta'ala has given us mates so that we may live in peace with them and to put love and mercy between our hearts. So, if you are of the means to do so, it is highly recommended that a Muslim should marry for these above reasons.

As for the rights of spouses, both parties are given responsibilities to fulfill to one another in order to maintain that harmony and love. A husband, for example, is responsible for providing his wife with all the necessities she needs in life, such as food, clothing, shelter. Islam has
put a man in charge of the family, but it is not to be interpreted as a position of unjust dominance. It is a position of great responsibility and it is a heavy obligation that has been put upon his shoulders and he will be answerable for how he dealt with his family and how he provided for them.

On the part of a wife, because Allah Ta'ala has given men the right of being "in charge", it is her obligation to obey that which he asks of her AS LONG AS IT IS NOT IN DISOBEDIENCE TO ALLAH TA'ALA. It is not appropriate for a wife to obey her husband if she has not fulfilled her
faraaidh/obligations to Allah Ta'ala. In the example you gave, a woman should not break her fardh act of ibaadat just to fulfill the wishes of her husband (such as break her salaat in order to comply with is request). However, as long as his requests and expectations do not go against the
Shari'ah, then a wife must obey her husband. That is to say, any extra acts of ibaadat (such as nafl salaat, zikr, nafl fasts, etc) can be abandoned if a husband asks a wife to, because obedience to the husband is a command of Allah Ta'ala (fardh), which takes more importance over nafl
(extra) acts of ibaadat that are not mandatory. In essence, obeying your husband is an act of ibaadat itself as well, and inshaAllah one will receive reward for those acts.

When making decisions, a husband and wife are certainly encouraged to make mashwera and take advice from each other as well. A husband's position as a leader of a household does not give him the right to be a dictator.
Rasulullah (Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam) is cited to have consulted his wives over certain matters, and a husband and wife should actively take part in discussions
that deal with making decisions about a family. However, because of the position a husband has been given, he will ultimately make the decision for his family. Just like in any other relationship, there has to be an
establishment of mutual understanding and agreement.

Spouses should regard each other as companions of each other and they should look out for each other�s best interests. In the Qur'an spouses are describes as "cloaks" for each other, meaning that they are there to protect you, shield you, hide you, and provide warmth and modesty for you.

Let me also mention that when you love someone, it is natural to want to do things to make them happy. Essentially, when you get married, you learn
to love your spouse and fulfilling their requests is part of making them happy. Because Allah Ta'ala is pleased with those women who strive to please their husbands, your motivation to "obey" your husband should come from your desire to obey Allah Ta'ala. InshaAllah, if you keep that
mindset, the obedience becomes easy and will allow your spouse to shower even more love and appreciation on you.

We make the sincere dua that Allah Ta'ala grants you the opportunity to have the blessings of a beautiful marriage, inshaAllah and fulfill the sunnah of Rasulullah (Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam) and live a life of submission towards Allah Ta'ala.


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Desire to go for Hajj/ Umrah

I am an unmarried woman. Recently I have started reciting Darood Sharif daily and found it very pleasant and peaceful for heart. I have got developed great desire these days to perform Haj/umrah. I have started saving money from my monthly budget for performance of Umrah first. My problem is that I am unmarried. My mehrams
are my father and brothers. I can't go alone for this task. I requested them to accompany me. My younger brother has committed that he will go with me
after Eid ul Azha. But his program seems uncertain and doubtful which makes me very restless and disturbing that if he couldn't go then how would I manage all this. I want to go to Allah's home and want to pray for
forgiveness of my sins and pray for all my needs and problems. I want to recite Salat o Salam on the Holy Prophet (P.B.U.H) at His Roza Mubarak (InshaAllah) where He himself answers the Darood as I studied in
the Islamic books. When I find people saying that only those go there who are the closed ones of God and very fortunate, then I feel very frustrated. Plz pray for me that May Allah invite me at His home and shower
His blessings upon me. Also tell me the Duas/Surahs/Wird for the performance of Umrah/Haj soon and for creation and completion of arrangements(Asbab) of Pilgrimage. Plz pray and guide.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

It is the quality of a believer that he/she attributes every decision or occurrence to the will of Allah. Allah in His infinite knowledge and wisdom knows why this happens to you. You should not allow Shaytaan to
deceive you by attributing your condition to other factors and loose focus of Allah. Turn your attention to Allah and beg of Him to make your journey for Umrah possible. In particular, you can perform Salaatul Hajaat, in which the you offer two rakaah nafl salaat to Allah Ta'ala and then recite the following dua:

La ilaha illa Allahul-Haleemu lkareem. Subhana Allahi rabi el-`arshil `azeem. Al-Hamdulilahi rabbi il-`Alameen. As'aluka mujibati rahmatika, wa `aza'ima maghfiratika, wal-`ismata min kuli dhanb, wal ghaneemata min kuli
birr, was-salamata min kuli ithm. La tada` li dhanban illa ghafartahu, wala hamman illa farajtahu, wala hajatan hiya laka ridan illa qadaytaha ya arhama ar-rahimeen.

http://www.islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

If any Muslims would like a want or desire of theirs to be fulfilled, this Method (Dua) is recommended. InshaAllah Allah Ta'ala will aid you and guide you to what is best for you. You can also offer Salaatul Istikhara to ask Allah Ta'ala if this time is the best time for you to go to Hajj or Umrah. InshaAllah, if Allah Ta'ala wills it, then
there will be nothing to stop you from being a guest in His blessed home.

May Allah Ta'ala allow you to be amongst those that are blessed with visiting Baitullah and may He reward you for your desire to visit the Holy cities.
Ameen.

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Depression due to being old and single

I am 40 years old and single. I have prayed for many years for a husband. Also I have used internet matrimonial services for many years, paying for membership myself. As I am now 40 and my childbearing years are ending, I feel like I have God's answer. I am sad that I can't have a husband and children. I feel like I do not have a future. What do I do now? This is the end, isn't it?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

We are very sorry to hear of your plight. Allah Ta'ala knows the wisdom of every action. Sometimes Allah Ta'ala withholds things from his servants because it could be worse for them to have it. This situation comes from
Allah Ta'ala and we should clearly understand that we cannot escape the decision of Allah with regard to any matter in our lives. Whatever Allah Ta'ala decides will happen. We have to have faith in Tafweez (resigning
oneself to the decision of Allah) and Taqdeer (predestination). This is the solution to all our anxieties, depression and worries. As the servants
and slaves of Allah, we should understand that our Master will grant to us only that which is good for us. Our duty and endeavor is that we supplicate and ask Allah, then make the correct Tadbeer (effort) and thereafter leave the final decision to Allah Ta'ala. This brings peace,
contentment and happiness into one's heart. Our advice is that you should condition your heart and generate at least to some extent the favor of Imaan. Conduct Ta'leem, i.e. read some portion from the famous book of
'Fadhaail-e-A'amaal' by Shaykh Zakariyyah (RA) everyday and also search for a Shaykh (spiritual mentor and guide) with whom one can easily relate and attempt to acquire from him the love of Allah, the constant consciousness of His presence and the reality of Tawakkul. If it sincerely
something you desire, then continue to make sincere dua to Allah Ta'ala to grant you your desires and inshaAllah Allah Ta'ala will answer you, whether it is now or in some due time.

May Allah Ta'ala give us all the tawfeeq to submit to His plans for us in this world and may He make us content with Him and our states at all times. Ameen.

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Nikah in secret?

I am a young sister and i have fallen in love with another young Muslim boy. He prays and completes his fard duties, he is a very good person. We do not wish to commit haraam, inshAllah and have decided to do the nikah as soon
as possible. However we are not comfortable with our families knowing about the nikah just yet, as we fear rejection and it is not a good time for them to handle a marriage. We have also made isthikara which was good.
I wanted to ask sister, are we doing right? And should we continue with the nikah?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

We are very happy that you are concerned with protecting yourself from committing a haraam act. However, marriages that are contracted directly by young people bypassing their elders lack blessings and are not
recommended. If your istikhara has come out well, then it is advisable that you humbly approach your parents and perform the nikaah openly so that it is known to them and the community as well. If it is what Allah Ta'ala wills, then inshaAllah He will aid you in your pursuit of marriage.
Please consult your local scholar or Imam as well to see if they would be able to help you with your situation.


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Request for prayer

Please pray for my mother�s health and tell me a dua for her good health. My parents are also in a an acute monetary problem because of which my mother treatment becomes difficult. pls guide me how I can help them. Pls also tell me a dua for barkah in my husband�s and
parent�s earnings. I will be really thankful to you. Allahhafiz.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah grant your mother good health, long life, easy recovery and cure from all types of sickness! Ameen!

One can pray for whatever purpose he wishes. But the best supplications are the ones made by Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam. These are so comprehensive and all-encompassing prayers that all the human
needs, of this world and the Hereafter, are fully covered in the eloquent expressions used in them. Actually, most of the prophetic prayers are so profound that human imagination can hardly match their greatness.

Regarding sustenance (Rizq), one should remember that whatever is written for man, will reach him.

We should make sure that all our faraaid (compulsory) acts are in order, further, the best way of asking Allah for assistance is through Salaah. We should try not to become despondent or depressed, instead we should remember that Allah will increase our sustenance when the time is right.

Recite Surah Yaseen in the morning and Surah Al-Waqiah every night.

Recite the three Quls i.e. Surah Al-Ikhlas, Surah al-Falaq and Surah An-naas, then dry-spit or blow onto the palms and wipe over yourself. Do this 3 times, morning and evening.

It is also very important to recite Ayatul Kursi.

Seek help from Allah Ta'ala and always trust in him.

When you are anxious than recite this 7 times: "Hasbiyyallahu la ilaha illa huwa alaihi tawakkaltu wa huwa rabbul arshil azeem".

You can also recite "Hasbonallahu wa ni'mal wakeel" 341 times daily.

[Editor�s note: Prayer to ease difficulties at
http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Ease_Difficulties2.doc


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nose piercing and Wudu

can you tell me if wuzu is still valid if i have a nose piercing in my nose and leave it in whilst doing wuzu? i am not sure, do i carry out wuzu as normal even though i have a nose peircing? or do we have to take all piercings out.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

If the nose ring is slightly lose in the pierced area, then it is mustahab(or preferred) to remove the nose ring from the piercing. It is not compulsory to move the nose ring around/remove the nose ring from its hole
if it is lose because water will be able to reach the area around and inside the piercing. However, if the nose ring is tight, then it will be wajib (close to fardh) to either remove the nose ring or move the nose ring around in its hole so that water reaches everywhere. Because washing
the entire face once is a fardh of wudhu, it is absolutely necessary to make sure that all parts of the face have been reached with water, including the area in and around a nose ring.


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Prayer of Women � part II

Many of my relatives say that according to sahih hadith there is no difference between the way of performing salah for men and women and quote this hadith
"PRAY AS U HAVE SEEN ME PRAYING"
please answer me according to sahih hadith with reference between different ways of performing salah with sanad.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah.

In the Hanafi school of thought, women have been instructed to contract their bodies in prostration. All the positions in prayer are to be done in the most concealing manner in order to preserve haya (modesty).

It is related from Ali, Radi-Allahu anhu, that when a woman prostrates, she should contract and join her thighs together (Musannaf ibn Abi Shayba,Musannaf Abd al-Razzaq).

Ibn 'Abbas, Radi-Allahu anhu, was asked about the prayer of a woman. He said, "She should contract and come together" (Musannaf ibn Abi Shayba).

It is related from Hasan Basri (may Allah have mercy on him) that a woman should contract in prostration" (Musannaf ibn Abi Shayba).

[Salah for women:
http://www.islameasy.org/perform-salaah-correctly.php#forwomen ]

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Merits of Shaban and Shabe-e-Barat

I am from India and back home they celebrate shab-e-barath (middle of Shaban month), people usually pray the whole night, I used to do that when I was in India too, but after I came to USA, got to know that there is no such thing. I am confused about this. Can you please tell me is there any
kind of significance associated to 15th of Shaban month, am sure praying can be done any time but is it recommended to pray that particular night and celebrate it as shab-e-barath? Please let me know about this.

Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Sha'ban is one of the meritorious months for which we find some particular instructions in the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam. It is reported in the authentic ahadith that Prophet Muhammad,
Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, used to fast most of the month in Sha'ban. These fasts were not obligatory on him but Sha'ban is the month immediately preceding the month of Ramadan. Therefore, some preparatory measures are suggested by Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam.
Some of these are given below:

1. The blessed companion Anas, Radi-Allahu anhu, reports that Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, was asked, "Which fast is the most meritorious after the fasts of Ramadan?" He replied, "Fasts of Shaban inhonor of Ramadan."

2. The blessed companion Usama ibn Zaid, Radi-Allahu anhu, reports that he asked Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam: "Messenger of Allah, I have seen you fasting in the month of Sha'ban so frequently that I have
never seen you fasting in any other month." Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, replied: "That (Sha'ban) is a month between Rajab and
Ramadan which is neglected by many people. And it is a month in which an account of the deeds (of human beings) is presented before the Lord of the universe, so, I wish that my deeds be presented at a time when I am in a
state of fasting."

3. Ummul Mu'mineen 'Aishah, Radi-Allahu anha, says, "Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, used to fast the whole of Sha'ban. I said to him, 'Messenger of Allah, is Sha'ban your most favorite month for fasting?' He said, 'In this month Allah prescribes the list of the persons dying this year. Therefore, I like that my death comes when I am in a state of fasting."

4. In another Tradition she says, "Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, would sometimes begin to fast continuously until we thought he would not stop fasting, and sometimes he used to stop fasting until we thought he would never fast. I never saw the Messenger of Allah,
Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, fasting a complete month, except the month of Ramadan, and I have never seen him fasting in a month more frequently than he did in Sha'ban."

5. In another report she says, "I never saw the Messenger of Allah, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, fasting in a month so profusely as he did in the month of Sha'ban. He used to fast in that month leaving only a few days, rather, he used to fast almost the whole of the month."

6. Ummul-Mu'mineen Umm Salamah, Radi-Allahu anha, says: "I have never seen the Messenger of Allah fasting for two months continuously except in the months of Sha'ban and Ramadan."

These reports indicate that fasting in the month of Sha'ban, though not obligatory, is so meritorious that Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, did not like to miss it.

But it should be kept in mind that the fasts of Sha'ban are for those persons only who are capable of keeping them without causing deficiency in the obligatory fasts of Ramadan. Therefore, if one fears that after fasting in Sha'ban, he will lose strength or freshness for the fasts of
Ramadan and will not be able to fast in it with freshness, he should not fast in Sha'ban, because the fasts of Ramadan, being obligatory, are more
important than the optional fasts of Sha'ban. That is why Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, himself has forbidden the Muslims from fasting one or two days immediately before the commencement of Ramadan. The blessed Companion Abu Hurairah, Radi-Allahu anhu, reports
Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, to have said, "Do not fast after the first half of the month of Sha'ban is gone."

According to another report Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam has said: "Do not precede the month of Ramadan with one or two fasts."

The essence of the above-quoted ahadith is that Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, himself used to fast most of the month of Sha'ban, because he had no fear of developing weakness or weariness before the commencement of Ramadan. As for others, he ordered them not to fast
after the 15th of Sha'ban for the fear that they would lose their strength and freshness before Ramadan starts, and would not be able to welcome the month of Ramadan with enthusiasm.


The Night of Bara'ah:
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Another significant feature of the month of Sha'ban is that it consists of a night which is termed in Shariah as "Laylatul-bara'ah" (The night of
freedom from Fire). This is the night occurring between 14th and 15th day of Sha'ban. There are certain traditions of Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, to prove that it is a meritorious night in which the
people of the earth are attended by special Divine mercy. Some of these traditions are quoted as follows:

1. Ummul-Mu'mineen 'Aishah, Radi-Allahu anha, is reported to have said, "Once Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, performed the Salah of the night (Tahajjud) and made a very long Sajdah until I feared that he
had passed away. When I saw this, I rose (from my bed) and moved his thumb (to ascertain whether he is alive). The thumb moved, and I returned (to my place). Then I heard him saying in Sajdah: 'I seek refuge of Your forgiveness from Your punishment, and I seek refuge of Your pleasure from
Your annoyance, and I seek Your refuge from Yourself. I cannot praise You as fully as You deserve. You are exactly as You have defined Yourself.' Thereafter, when he raised his head from Sajdah and finished his salah, he
said to me: 'Aishah, did you think that the Prophet has betrayed you?' I said, 'No, O Prophet of Allah, but I was afraid that your soul has been taken away because your Sajdah was very long.' He asked me, 'Do you know
which night is this?' I said, 'Allah and His Messenger know best.' He said, 'This is the night of the half of Sha'ban. Allah Almighty looks upon His slaves in this night and forgives those who seek forgiveness

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Istekhara for Marriage

How to do Istekhara for Marriage?
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First of all, you should do istikhara to find out whether that person is right for you or not. you can pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah. This is a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a. The Dua's can be
found in Du'a books. A good Du'a book that has been translated in various languages is Al-Hisnul Haseen. The most preferred time for this prayer is the last portion of the night before the fajr prayer. But you can pray it
at other times too.

It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala bestow on us another bounty, or grant us relief from a difficulty, or a reward is given to us in the Akhirah in place of it. Alhamdulillah,
Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not be hasty or ungrateful.

In addition, it is important to research and read books and articles on marriage so that we look for the qualities in a man that are pleasing to Allah Ta'ala. There are articles on this website too. Do read them and arm yourself with the knowledge of Deen.

May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolness of your eyes. Ameen!

Editor's note: Du'a for Istikhara:
http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.htm



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Parents do not agree on this marriage

a. [Regarding a love marriage], as I insisted my parents spoke to his mother on phone and that ended in a heated discussion.

b. i have a problem regarding having a nikah with a man who is pious and i want to marry but my parents don�t accept it because he doesn�t have a job. we are both young but we are ready for this and were both practicing Muslims. I told my parents and i have been threatened by them.
. And they are choosing another man with a degree, when i only want a pious man and they know i don�t want that, but they are gonna make me marry their choice, despite
knowing force isnt right. But the man i want to marry has a job now and its stil difficult for me to marry him and i have done istikhara and i have a positive sign of the man i want to marry. I am confused in how to marry this man as my parents are not pleased with me doing istikhara. does
this mean i can�t marry him because of my parents, but if i do, I am rejecting Allah. So, sister advise me in this situation
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

We suggest you to pray Salaatul Hajat, which Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) told the Companions to perform when they are faced with a need.
One should perform ablution in the Sunnah manner and then offer two rakaat of salaah with complete devotion. After this, one should praise Allah with the recitation of His most glorious names, then recite Durood Sharief, and then recite the following dua:

La ilaha illalLahul-Haleemul-kareem. Subhana Allahi rabi el-`arshil `azeem.
Al-Hamdulilahi rabbi il-`Alameen. As'aluka mujibati rahmatika, wa `aza'ima maghfiratika, wal-`ismata min kuli dhanb, wal ghaneemata min kuli birr,
was-salamata min kuli ithm. La tada` li dhanban illa ghafartahu,wala hamman illa farajtahu, wala hajatan hiya laka ridan illa qadaytaha ya arhama ar-rahimeen.

http://www.islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

(There is no god but Allah, the Ever-Clement, the Most Generous. I celebrate the Glory of Allah, the Lord of the Magnificent Throne. All praise and thanks are due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. I beseech You, seeking that which will draw me closer to Your mercy, and that which will make certain for me Your Forgiveness. O Allah, grant me protection against any sin, and a share of every virtue. Do not leave me a sin without forgiving it, a worry without relieving me of it, or a need that meets with Your pleasure without providing for it, O Most Merciful Lord.)

After reciting the above dua, beseech Allah Ta�ala regarding one�s needs and desires.

We would advise you not to be hasty in expecting your duas or wishes to be fulfilled. Things happen according to the will of Allah . If a prayer is delayed in being answered, then that is what is best for us at the time. If it is not answered in this world, then it is kept for the Aakhirah, where its rewards will benefit us.

Our hearts will be content with the decree of Allah and we will not fall into depression when we accept that whatever happens, happens because Allah decreed it and Allah decrees what is best for us.

Further, we should follow all the commands of Allah S.W.T, like faraaid (salaah etc) and take precaution in abstaining from the prohibitions of Allah S.W.T and his Prophet S.A.W.

If our life is in accordance to the commands of Allah, surely he will accept our duas and his help will be with us


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Baby Name

How should we name the new born? Is there a way from Quran to find out the first letter of baby's name ?
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Baarakallah, May Allah Ta'ala grant you a child that will be the coolness of your eyes. It is very important to select good, beautiful and meaningful names for one's child. Rasul sallallahu alaihi wa sallam is reported to
have said, "On the Day of Qiyaamah, people will be called by their names and the names of their fathers. Therefore a good name must be selected."(Abu Dawud)

Rasulullah sallallhu alaihi wa sallam also said "Allah the exalted likes best the names Abdullah and Abdur Rahman". (Muslim)

It is also desirable to keep the names of Prophets (AS), companions of the prophet S.A.W or pious scholars.


There are many resources that you may use to select a good and beautiful name for your child. One resource for Islamic names is
http://www.islameasy.org/islamic-names.php


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Smoking

Are you allowed to smoke or use weed and stuff like that in Islam?
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It should be understood that all types of intoxicants and drugs are impermissible (haraam) in Islam (that includes alcohol, weed, etc). The smoking of cigarettes is makrooh tahreemi (extremely disliked act) due to its harmful effects on the body, it can harm others, it is a waste of
money, etc. All such things should be avoided and if one is a culprit of consuming these drugs and intoxicants, one should immediately seek forgiveness from Allah Ta'ala and refrain from using it ever again.



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Looking at Quran online while in menstruation

when a girl/woman has haiz, is she exempted from Qur'an reading like she is for Salaat? What i want to say is that, can't she continue reading the Qur'an like she did when she was not in the state of Haiz? and if it if forbidden to do that, Can she look for a Qur'an online and continue her daily reading? JazaKAllah
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Yes, a female should not read the Quran during menstruation. Yes she can look at the Quran and listen to it but cannot recite it with her tongue or touch the ayats.


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Dua for Rain

Can I get the dua for when it rains?
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The dua when rain falls is as following:
Allahumma Sayyiban Nafi'an.
Oh Allah, may this rain bring blessings.

The duas for all occasions can be found on our website through the following link:
http://islameasy.org/Duaas-for-all-occasion.htm


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Going for Umrah with menstruation

What procedure should I use to stop menstruation for the month when going Umrah? My cycle starts on the day I plan to go.
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We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah.

The only legitimate way of stopping menstruation is medically through the use of birth control pills. However, the process of the body getting used to this medication takes about 2 months (consult your Doctor as appropriate), which I am not sure that you have time to do.

In the event that you start your menstruation cycle while going for Umrah, the following should be done. You should make the niyyah of ihram and put on the ihram. You should make sure to follow all the rules of ihraam (do not cut the hair, trim the nails, harm or kill any creature, etc). Because you are in a state of haydh (menstruation), you do not offer Salaath. It is also impermissible to enter the Haram Shareef.

Once your menstruation cycle is complete, perform ghusl. Then proceed to do Tawaaf, Sa�ee (between Safah and Marwah) and then do halaq (cut the prescribed amount of the hair). After fulfilling the rites of Umrah, inshaAllah your Umrah will be complete.

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Dua for Non-Muslims

Is it right to say allamdulillah , jajaakallah, etc. to non-Muslim friends, or using these words during a talk with non-Muslim?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah.

It is ok so say Alhamdulillah around non-Muslims. However, it is best to refrain from saying "Assalaamu Alaikum" or �Jazak Allah� to them because both are in essence duas you bestow on Muslims. One dua you can make for a non-Muslim is a dua that Allah Ta�ala grants them guidance and hidayah.

In order to show good manners (akhlaaq), though, one may greet a non-Muslim with a kind dua such as �May Allah grant you righteousness and guidance.�
And instead of saying "Jazak Allah", you may use words such as �Thank you� to show your gratitude.

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Assisting parents

When I was 7 years old my mother died and after six month my father got a second marriage. Since then my father has not been caring much about us, but anyhow I got education and good job too. Although I was supporting my family financially but my father was not happy with me with any respect and asked me to leave my home. I left my home and am staying with wife and kids, but yet they are asking for financial help despite of he is having enough property as well balance.
Should I give him now or should I help him at really his crisis time?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah.

Despite your father having enough property and a well balance, helping and giving to one�s parents will only increase the barakah in your life and sustenance. As long as you can afford to give financial aid to your father and still provide for your family, you should try your best and give what you can to your father. InshaAllah, Allah Ta�ala will reward you for your kindness and obedience to your father and will only increase you in your status in this world and the next.


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Woman�s Prayer

I read in the books that woman prayer is different than man, when she does sajdah (prostate), her hands should touch the ground, what about the Hadith in close meaning that don't do sajdah like a dog. Please explain. I follow the hanafi fiqh.
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We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah.

In the Hanafi school of thought, women have been instructed to contract their bodies in prostration. All the positions in prayer are to be done in the most concealing manner in order to preserve haya (modesty).

It is related from Ali, Radi-Allahu anhu, that when a woman prostrates, she should contract and join her thighs together (Musannaf ibn Abi Shayba, Musannaf Abd al-Razzaq).

Ibn 'Abbas, Radi-Allahu anhu, was asked about the prayer of a woman. He said, "She should contract and come together" (Musannaf ibn Abi Shayba).

It is related from Hasan Basri (may Allah have mercy on him) that a woman should contract in prostration" (Musannaf ibn Abi Shayba).

As far as the following hadith is concerned in which the Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) said, "Be reposeful in prostration and do not rest your forearms on the ground as a dog does," (Bukhari, Muslim), this prohibition does not extend to women since they have been instructed to contract in prostration, which includes placing the arms on the ground. This is further supported by a version of this narration in Sahih Muslim, which states that "the Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) prohibited that a man spread his forearms like a beast" - hence, excluding women (see Radd al-muhtar 1:432).

(Reference taken from Salah of Women By Shaykh Abdurrahman ibn Yusuf,authentic scholar and instructor at Darul Uloom Bury, UK)

[Editor's note: please review 'Salah for Women'
http://www.islameasy.org/perform-salaah-correctly.php#forwomen
]

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Wife�s earning

If the wife is also earning in addition to her husband, how should she behave with regard to her earnings? What does Islamic teachings say?

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We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah.

Firstly, a wife may only work if no rule of Shariah is violated (mingling with men, etc).

In terms of how a wife behaves in terms of her own earnings, and in general, what each spouse earns is theirs, and the other has no right over such earnings (husband does not have rights over wife�s earnings, and wife has no rights over husband�s earnings). It is the duty and responsibility of the husband to maintain his wife (provider her with proper food, clothing, and shelter with his earnings) even if she is earning herself. As long as a husband maintains her wife in these regards, she has no other right over his wealth. This is from the legal aspect.

Morally, each spouse should be accommodative and spend freely on the other even though they are not obliged to.


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Son has drinking habit

My son drinks and then drives, I am scared but he won�t listen to me please tell me some du�a so he stop doing all this and take interest in religion.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah.

The following duas have been related by our pious elders as a means of asking Allah Ta�ala to help you with your situation.

In order to have your spouse and children be more inclined to Deen and piety, it is recommended that the following dua be made with sincerity after every Fardh salaah.

Rabbana hab lana min azwajina wa dhuriyyatina qurrata A'yunin waj'alna lil-muttaqina imama. (Our Lord! grant us in our mates and offspring the joy of our eyes and make us patterns for those who guard against evil.)

The duas of a parent for their child are also extremely helpful, so continue to make sincere dua to Allah Ta�ala that he helps guide your son back to the straight path and allows him to stop drinking. We also recommend, that if the situation is out of control, that he seeks professional help, including counseling and treatment.

May Allah Ta�ala make it easy for you and may He continue to forgive his Ummah for our shortcomings. Ameen!

[Editor's note:

Read books of virtues (like Muntakhab Ahadith) with your family for 5-10 minutes every evening.

Bring some gift of Islamic books of virtues, Du�a and zikr for your family to read at home.

If there is a gathering for Taleem (Islamic knowledge to increase faith and good deeds) encourage your family to attend. Your masjid Imam and community may help you find such programs.]


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Marriage with a man of other faith

1. Can a Muslim girl marry a boy of another cast, i.e. a hindu?
2. After marrying can she still offer namaz and fast?
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A Muslim woman cannot marry a man who belongs to another religion. She can only marry a Muslim man. If a Muslim woman marries a non-Muslim man, her marriage WILL NOT BE VALID and whatever relations she has with that man will amount to sinning. She can still offer her salaah and fasts, but again, any contact with that man will be a sin on her part.


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Want to become Alimah and learn Tajweed

I WOULD LOVE TO BECOME AN AALIMAH AND ALSO LEARN QURAN IN PROPER WORDING, I TRY VERY HARD AND FEEL NOW IS MY TIME BUT EVERYTIME I TRY TO SIGN MYSELF FOR AALIMAH COURSE AND TAJWEED A SITUATION ARISES AND IM NOT ABLE TO. I ALSO HAVE 3 BOYS 6YRS, 4YRS, 2YRS CANNOT PAY FOR BABY SITTER AND MY FAMILY IN ANOTHER COUNTRY, SO IT IS VERY HARD. SOMETIMES I THINK I AM NOT MENT TO BE AN ALIMAH, OR LEARN TAJWEED ALTHOUGH I READ BOOKS TO GAIN KNOWLEDGE AND READ QURAN AT HOME. I AM VERY CONFUSED AND UPSET AS MY FRIENDS ARE BEOMING ALIMAHS AND LEARNING TAJWEED. JAZAKALLAH FOR YOUR HELP.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Gaining knowledge and the remembrance of Allah: It is obligatory on every male and female to acquire the basic knowledge of Deen. One should know what is Halaal and what is Haraam, and must be able to distinguish between right and wrong.
The angels spread their wings under the feet of a person seeking the knowledge of Deen. The animals in the jungle, the birds in the air and the fish in the sea make Du�a of forgiveness for him.

You may visit www.rahmatealam.org for online programs.

[Editor�s note: Tajweed (pronunciation rules) and last Juz color-coded
http://www.islameasy.org/JuzAmma_Viewer.html

In the meantime, read authentic basic books which are meant for Muslims and practice upon them. These books can be bought from an Islamic bookstore. It is very important to read books written by good scholars. Please consult a scholar in your town if you have any doubts about the book, the author, or what is written in it.

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

And last but not least, make Dua to Allah. He is our creator, He gives us blessings and He gives us tests, only He has the power to make our lives better. Ask Him for every need that you have, and make this your habit in times of happiness or sorrow. After all, He is All-hearing, All-seeing.

Make Dua, do your faraidh and sunnahs, avoid committing any sins and recite "Rabbi zidni ilma" and "Rabbish-Rahli Sadri li Wa Yassirli Amri wah lul Uqdatam-Mil-lisaani yafqahu qauli" as often as you can.

May Allah Grant you beneficial knowledge, steadfastness in deen and happiness in life.
May Allah Grant you the ability to convey the message of peace, the sacred and enlightened values of Islam, its rituals and teachings for success in this life and the Hereafter, for the benefit of mankind. Aameen.

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Cure for a relationship which did not lead to Marriage

..He asked me (alone), I want you to be my wife, will you be my wife, please say Qabul. I said yes, I want to be your wife and I said Qabul. Doesn�t our acceptation count for anything like we are married now, or something like that?

His parents don�t want him to marry (the Nikaah or marriage ceremony did not take place). Now he (also refuses to marry and) says how can I go anywhere if the parsons who raised me - my abba amma, do not agree?
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If the conditions of Nikah are not fulfilled, continued love relationship between a male and female who are non-Mahram is not permissible.

In order for a nikaah to be valid, it needs to be conducted in front of two witnesses and there should be an agreement of a mahr (dowry) amount to be given to the bride at this time. Just by two people saying it to each other will not count towards an actual nikaah occurring.

If you have developed a love for a non-Mahram (as you have indicated), and marriage is not possible (such as one partner deceived after some time, parents do not agree, etc), then steps MUST be taken to cure the heart from this love and desires which cannot be fulfilled.

First, a person should disassociate, or detach, themselves from that person and get rid of anything that reminds you about that person (gifts, letter/communication, messages). Do not go close to any such thing which reminds you of that person. Guard your thoughts as well and keep yourself busy with a positive activity.

Developing a love for Allah Ta�ala is extremely important. The human heart is the center of emotions and feelings. It tells us what it desires and works with the mind to dictate good and evil actions. To safeguard our hearts and to become beloved to Allah, it is necessary that we turn our love only into the love of Allah, our Creator and Sustainer. Humans love someone based on beauty, excellence, perfectness in knowledge, etc. Allah Ta�ala has the perfection of such qualities, and to Him all love should be directed.

Learning a life of piety will also help you in this situation. Observe hijaab completely. protect your honor and the blessings Allah has bestowed upon you. Convert time into gold. TODAY is the day of action, rush to do good deeds. Repentance and asking forgiveness can clean up mistakes of the past, and good intentions lead us to a golden future inshaAllah.

It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to correct out mistakes; we may turn to Allah and beg for his forgiveness. To bring ease into one�s heart, one should make sincere tawbah/repentance for one�s sins. One should immediately abstain from the sin, regret and wish one had never indulged in the sin, and to make a determined niyyah to never return to the sin.
Allah Ta�ala is surely all-Merciful and all-Forgiving and is always ready to accept the repentance of His slaves, inshaAllah.

At this time, our advice, along with the above, is to review your life pattern and check to see how many ways you can come closer to Allah. When one corrects their relationship with Allah, Allah Ta�ala will correct his relationship with the rest of creation inshaAllah.

For extra duas and recommended readings, please visit the IslamEasy website. If you are particularly feeling depressed and saddened in this situation, please read the following booklet by Shaykh Yunus Patel titled
�Cure for Depression�: http://islameasy.org/pdf/Cure_for_Depression.pdf

For dua-e-istikhaara, you do not need to have the dua memorized by heart. You offer two rakah nafl of salatul istikhara, and in the first rakat it is preferable to recite surah Kafiroon after surah fatihah and in the second rakat it is preferable to recite surah Ikhlas. After you finish the salat, call upon Allah in His glorious names and attributes, recite durood, and then read (from a book or paper) Dua-e-istikhara.

May Allah Ta�ala put ease in all your affairs and relieve you of any hardships. Ameen.



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Six qualities to bring Islam into my life

Could you please describe how to speak about six points (qualities) in a gathering of sisters for Taleem?
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A simple way to describe the essential qualities of Da�wah is as follows:

[Editor�s note: For a reference of Ahadith and motivational facts mentioned here, one may refer to �Muntakhab Ahadith�, some parts of that book are in English books download section]

Believing in the oneness of Allah: The first quality was the quality of Iman. The kalima Lailaha Illallah Muhammadur Rasulullah, means that there is none worthy of worship but Allah and Muhammed Sallallahu alaihi wasallam is the messenger of Allah.

To offer the five prayers daily: The second quality which the Sahaba possessed was the quality of salaah. The first and foremost thing ordained by Allah Ta�ala after Iman was salaah, and the first thing to be reckoned for on the day of Qiyamah will be salaah. Salaah is a means by which a person comes closer to Allah Ta�ala, and also a means of taking from the treasures of Allah Ta�ala. Allah Ta�ala will grant five favors to a person who performs his salaah on time with concentration and devotion:
1. His rizq (sustenance) will be made easy.
2. He will be safe from the punishment of the grave.
3. He will receive his book of deeds in his right hand.
4. He will cross the bridge of Siraat with the speed of lightning.
5. He will enter Jannah without any reckoning.

Gaining knowledge and the remembrance of Allah:
It is obligatory on every male and female to acquire the basic knowledge of Deen. One should know what is halaal and what is haraam, and must be able to distinguish between right and wrong.
If a person, is in the process of learning Deen, passes away, his status will be just one below the Ambiyaa Alaihimus Salaam. The angels spread their wings under the feet of a person seeking the knowledge of Deen. The animals in the jungle, the birds in the air and the fish in the sea make dua of forgiveness for him.

All the creation of Allah make the zikr of Allah.
Man who is the best of creation must also make the zikr of Allah. The one who makes the zikr of Allah is like a living person and the one who does not make the zikr of
Allah is like a dead person. Zikr creates the consciousness of Allah, that Allah is all- seeing and al- hearing. A person who remembers Allah after Fajr salaah and after Asr salaah is like a person who makes zikr of Allah all day long.

To respect every Muslim:
A person who fulfills the need of a Muslim brother, Allah Ta�ala will grant him 73 rewards. 72 will be kept in the
aakhirah, and with the one reward, Allah will fulfil all his needs of the world.
We must respect the elders and the Ulama and be kind to the youth. The best ikraam one can do for a person during the time of fitnah and fasaad is to guide him onto the right path.

Sincerity of intention:
For every act, one must check one�s intention, that it is only for the pleasure of Allah. A date given in the path of
Allah for the pleasure of Allah will earn great rewards in the hereafter. On the other hand, if a person gave a great sum of money for the sake of show, then he will be taken to task on the day of Qiyaamah. We must check our intentions in the beginning, in the middle and at the end of every
act, thereafter make istighfaar for any shortcoming in our intentions.

Spare time for Dawah:
Nabi Sallallahu alaihi wasallam and the Sahaba
Radiallahu anhum watered the garden of Islam with their life-time sacrifices. Today our Elders and scholars want us to sacrifice only a little of our sweat in the path of
Allah. Alhamdulillah with the effort of Dawah, great positive changes are occurring throughout the world. Hence, let us also give some time in the path of Allah to bring Deen into our lives and into the lives of the whole of mankind till the day of Qiyaamah.

It is our sincerest dua that Allah Ta�ala aids you in your attempts to rectify yourself and bring the word of Islam to others.


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Struggle to wear Complete Hijab

In wearing the niqab, some says the ruling for this is not compulsory, I feel sad as I often get scolded for wearing the niqab. Please help me.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Please note that there will be no hijaab unless and until it is with Niqaab (face covering).
In front of non-Mahram men, it is wajib for a Muslim woman to also cover her face.

This means that if a woman leaves it out, she will be sinful. (Ahkaamul Quran vol.3, pg.476).

You should try to maintain niqaab everywhere and in those places where you feel that you do not have the power to do so you should feel remorseful and repent to Allah immediately. This continuous repentance will inshAllah one day help you do niqaab in all the gatherings. Keep hope and keep asking Allah for forgiveness for all the times you are not able to do so.

A dua that you can also recite is,
"Rabbi yassir walaa tu'assir watammim bil khair. Wabika nasta'een. Ya Fattah, Ya Fattah, Ya Fattah"
which roughly translates to "Oh My Lord, make things easier for me, do not make things difficult for me. Oh my Lord, let my affairs end with goodness and form You do we seek help (Oh Revealer)".

InshaAllah we pray that Allah Ta'ala give you the best of rewards for protecting your beauty and fulfilling His command for the believers to be among those who guard their modesty. Ameen.

[Editor�s note: please review Hijab book and articles at http://islameasy.org/hijab.php and additional answers on this page on the topic of Hijab.

Also, please read �The choice and struggle to wear Hijab�, written by a new Muslim sister, http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/HijabWhy.pdf]


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Dua to remove difficulty

We are always in a situation that we have some problem or worry for us and we don�t know what to read or do. If it's not one thing its is another,my mum reads namaaz 5x day, she reads so much and does dua's for ourfamily, but our problems don�t go away. I would like to know if there is anything like Dua, Surah or something to read to be protected from evil and its doings and be blessed with happiness from Allah. Please help.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

One should remember that whatever is written for man, will reach him.

We should make sure that all our faraaid (compulsory) acts are in order, further, the best way of asking Allah for assistance is through salaah. We should try not to become despondent or depressed, instead we should remember that Allah SWT will increase our sustenance when the time
is right.

Recite the three Quls i.e Surah Al-Ikhlas, Surah al-Falaq and Surah An-naas, then dry-spit or blow onto the palms and wipe over yourself.Do this 3 times, morning and evening.

It is also very important to recite Ayatul Kursi.

Seek help from Allah Ta'ala and always trust in him.

When you are anxious than recite this 7 times: "Hasbiyyallahu la ilaha
illa huwa alaihi tawakkaltu wa huwa rabbul arshil azeem".
You can also recite "Hasbonallahu wa ni'mal wakeel" 341 times daily.

[Editor�s note: Prayer to ease difficulties at http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Ease_Difficulties2.doc]



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Marriage proposal and observing complete Hijab

One of my friends started to wear Niqab when she was 16, now her parents are searching for proposals, so many came and refused, since she was unable to show her face (to the non-Mahram), now she is confused, please give a solution so that Allah will be pleased and she can get married. Jazakallah!
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

There will be no hijaab unless and until it is with Niqaab (face covering). In front of non-Mahram men, it is wajib for a Muslim woman to also cover her face.

This means that if a woman leaves it out, she will be sinful. (Ahkaamul Quraan vol.3 pg.476).

She should try to maintain niqaab everywhere. She should have a strong faith in taqdeer. Insha Allah, soon she will find someone who will accept her with the face covering.

May Allah bless her with a pious husband! Ameen.

[Editor�s note: please review Hijab book and articles at http://islameasy.org/hijab.php and additional answers on this page on the topic of Hijab.
Also, please read �The choice and struggle to wear Hijab�, written by a new Muslim sister, http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/HijabWhy.pdf ]


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Zakah to husband?

can I pay zakat to my husband as he is debt?
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It is not permissible for you to pay zakaat to your husband, even if he is in debt.


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Congregation prayer with sisters only

When some Muslimahs are all alone and its Salaah time, is it allowed that one of these Muslimah lead the congregation or not? That is, to be doing a jamaat only with girls.
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It is makrooh for women only to pray in congregation with a woman leading the Salaat.


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Meaning of Awra

Can you explain the Meaning of Awra (The part of a person's body that must be covered before everybody, except a spouse)?
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Awrah is considered to be that which is mandatory for every person to cover as commanded by Allah Ta�ala. The awrah of a man is the area from the navel to the knees and the awrah of a woman is everything except the hands, face, and feet. In front of non-Mahram men, according to the Hanafi madhab, it is wajib for a Muslim woman to also cover her face.

The awrah can be exposed to those that are considered one�s mahram, but even in that case, it is better to observe modesty in all situations.

[Editor�s note: please review Hijab book and articles at http://islameasy.org/hijab.php and additional answers on this page on the topic of Hijab.]


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Breaking Wudu?

Is it correct that ablution does not break when a husband touches the wife (not the tempting touch, but just normally)?
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It is narrated in a hadeeth that while Rasulullah (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) was offering his Salaat in the night, Ayesha (radhiyallahu tala anha) touched the feet of Rasulullah with her own and then curled her feet away from his. He continued with his prayer. This hadeeth indicated that even though her husband had touched her in a normal way, his wudhu did not break because he continued on with his Salaah. Therefore, a normal touch of a husband does not break one�s wudhu.


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Looking at a man or woman with intention of marriage

Is a boy/girl allowed to look at girls/boys with the intention of nikah?
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Islam teaches us that when looking for a partner, we should give preference to piety.
It has been narrated on the authority of Abu Hurairah (Radhiyallahu Anhu) that Nabi (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) said, �A women is generally married either for her wealth, her lineage, her beauty or her piety. Be successful by marrying the pious. (Sahih al-Bukhari Vol.6 Pg.150 � Dar al-Fikr)

After having found a suitable girl, the boy could either tell the womenfolk in the family to look at the girl and tell him how she is, or the boy could personally look at the face and hands of the girl. However, it will be permissible for him to look at her only once before marriage and on condition that he really has the intention of marrying her.

This is the proper way to look at a man or woman of interest and intention of nikaah. This should only occur IF A SERIOUS INTENTION IS MADE for nikaah. In other cases, looking at a non-mahram (with desires) is not permissible.


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Depression, Taubah, Istekhara and Salatul Hajat

A sister asking for advice and Istekhara, since her love did not lead to marriage.
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[Editor's note: please review our main page for details on Dua http://islameasy.org/

There are limits in Islam regarding love relationships. Islam does not encourage pre-marriage love relationships between a male and female who are non-Mahram to each other.

You may read 2 Rakah of Nafl Salah, with intention of Taubah, Istekhara and Salatul Hajat. This is performed like any other Salah.

After the Salah, you should recite the following Dua. You may print these pages from web and recite from printed pages or from computer after the Salah. It is not required to memorize these Dua or read it inside Salah.

Taubah (from any act of disobedience and sins)
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/47.htm

Istekhara (Is this matter good for me, or there is something better Allah has kept for me?) The method is described at
http://islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.htm

Salat-ul Hajat
The method is described at http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

(Ask Allah to ease difficulty, clean the heart to focus on good deeds. Also ask Allah to show you if that person was really sincere to you or not).

�Ya Allah! I ask You for Your love, the love of the person who loves You,and the love of that deed which would draw me closer to Your love. Ya Allah! Make Your love more beloved to me than myself, my family, and more beloved than cold water [on a hot day]. Ya Allah! Grant me your love and
the love of that person whose love will benefit me by you.

O Allah! Just as You bestowed me with that which I love, make it a source of help to me in fulfilling all that which You love. O Allah! Whatever You kept away from me of the things which I love [but were harmful for me], make them a source of freedom for me so that I may be able to fulfill all that which You love.�

You may study the following books:

Cure for depression by Shaykh Yunus Patel
http://islameasy.org/pdf/Cure_for_Depression.pdf

Easy Road to Paradise - Golden deeds that lead to success - extracted from a booklet in Urdu �Jannat ka Asan Rasta� by Shaykh Mufti Mohammad Rafi Uthmani. http://www.islameasy.org/EasyRoad_Paradise.php]


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Caring for Mother-in-law

I am getting married to a man soon. His mother is widowed and she depends on her 4 children for financial support and also living situations. My fianc� is the youngest child, and also the only one who isn't married or has children yet, so he supports her the most, and she lives with him currently. He is very loving and protective of her. When we get
married, he said she will be staying with us for months at a time, and then with the other siblings for the rest of the time. I don't like this concept, I believe that her stay will cause problems with me and my husband and me and her because she is so dependent. I am very independent, and I don't want anyone staying in my home for long periods of time. Is it wrong of me to think like this? Am I obligated to have her stay and take care of her?
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Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home

�And among His Signs is this, that He created for you wives from amongyourselves, that you may find tranquility in them, and He has put between you affection and mercy. Verily, in that are indeed signs for a people who
reflect.� [Al-Qur�an 30: 21]

May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony!

Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah.

It is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic. At the time of concern and tension in domestic affairs, our advice is to review your life pattern and check to see in how many ways you can come closer to Allah.
One who corrects his relationship with Allah, Allah will correct his relationship with the rest of the creation.

Looking for rights or love?

�Do not go by the book of �My Rights�. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights,
or goes a step further than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.

The unfortunate part is that the husband opens the chapter of his rights and the wife opens the chapter of her rights. The parents open the chapter of their rights, and the children, of their rights. The teacher, his rights and the pupils, their rights, and then everyone demands fulfillment
of these rights.

No doubt, rights have been declared so that no person should stop short of their fulfillment, but you cannot have a peaceful society if there is just demand for rights and no fulfillment of corresponding obligations.�

(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998)

Manners and protection of tongue:

From our elders we have learned that the best method and the best du�a to increase the love between the husband and the wife is to obtain great morals and etiquettes and to guard our tongue. By doing both of those, one will be able to attract your spouse into a never ending love.

Sister, please have faith in Allah, insha Allah it will not be a problem for you in future. By caring for an elderly person, her Duas will inshaAllah benefit you in this life and the hereafter.



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Dua for Safety from bad people

Sometime behavior of people around us is so cheep that it is hard to tolerate. So please tell me what to do in this situation as you have no option to leave the surrounding. Also tell some dua for honor and respect, that when we recite people start respecting us, No doubt all honor and
respect is from Allah.
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The following dua can be recited 11 times in the morning and 11 times in the evening:

Allahumma inna najaluka fee nuhurihim wa naozubika min shururihim

May Allah make it easy for you. Ameen

[Editor�s note: Prayer to ease difficulties http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Ease_Difficulties2.doc]


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Marriage counseling II

My mom was at hospital she was having an operation - my brother went to see her ... I also want to be with my mom � but my husband was quite upset and behaving differently saying rude words to me - I want to ask how he should treat me?
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Spouses are supposed to speak to each other with kindness, respect and humility. Allah Ta'ala has given both spouses the gift of a partner and in the interest of harmony, they should conduct themselves with dignity.

It is a sign of a poor character when either partner screams at the other. It is a sign of immaturity and weakness rather than an act of kindness being in a win/ lose situation. In order to get respect, one has to earn it. Shouting and screaming at a partner does not beget respect.

Allah Ta'ala has also made it very clear that the husband is the head of the partnership. The husband carries the responsibility for making sure that he is accountable for the actions of his wife and children as far as Allah Ta'ala's laws and commands are concerned.

He should also make responsible and reasonable requests and have realist expectations about what they can and cannot do. He should avoid arbitrary decisions, for even our Nabi (sallAllahu alayhi wassallam) consulted with his pious wives on important matters that related to their relationship. He also displayed kindness and tolerance towards them. It has to be always important to remember that both partners may err from time to time. Both are human and apt to not always be in top form from day to day. Each person should see to and be willing to fulfill their partner's needs and take each other's health into consideration. As long as both partners are more concerned about fulfilling each other's rights rather than fighting about or arguing about their own rights all the time, shaitaan will have a small chance of trying to cause grief between the partners. The only time a wife is allowed to disobey her husband is when he makes requests that are against Allah Ta'ala's commandments.
I once again state. It is better to negotiate with each other on issues which may be causing dissatisfaction rather than to make shaitaan happy by shouting at each other. Strive to please Allah Ta'ala and not shaitaan. May Allah Ta'ala guide the couple to work out a middle road in their differences. Ameen.

[editor�s note: Read about Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home http://islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php]



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Husband watching bad movies and not fulfilling the rights of marriage

How should she deal with a husband who watches pornographic movies and does not fulfil her rights of marriage anymore? She feels shy to say anything to him about this matter. She has children and believes divorce is not the right option.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Firstly:
do not feel too shy to speak to your husband and advise him about these matters, because speaking to him may be more beneficial and make it easier to find a solution. Exhort him and speak to him in an effective manner such as will reach his heart; remind him of the punishment and wrath of Allah; the torment of Hellfire; remind him of the trust and the responsibility he has towards his wife and children, (as in the hadeeth): �Each of you is a shepherd and each of you is responsible for his flock; the man is the shepherd of his household and is responsible for those under his care.�

One of his rights over you is that you should tell him that what he is doing to you is a sin, and that watching these filthy movies is keeping him away from Allah and from remembering Him. Perhaps he will repent and pay heed to your words. Keep repeating that to him, with wisdom and paying attention to what is in your best interests. If he does not respond, then seek the help of someone who you think he will listen to, such as knowledgeable and righteous people, relatives, friends or anyone who may have some influence over him.


Secondly:

Try to get him to listen to some effective tapes of khutbahs, speeches and lessons, directly or indirectly, and give him some Islamic books, so that maybe his heart will be opened to the truth.

Thirdly:

If none of this has any effect, then appoint an arbitrator from his family and an arbitrator from your family, who you think will be able, by their involvement, to improve the relationship between you and make him give up the evil things he is involved in. These arbitrators should be righteous people, in accordance with the words of Allah
(Interpretation of the meaning):

�If you fear a breach between them (the man and his wife),
appoint (two) arbitrators, one from his family and the other from hers; if they both wish for peace, Allah will cause their reconciliation. Indeed Allah is Ever All-Knower, Well-Acquainted with all things�
[al-Nisaa� 4:35]

If these two arbitrators wish for peace, then we ask Allah to bring you back together in a good and proper manner and to reconcile you with the best relationship there can be between a husband and wife.

Fourthly:

If the arbitrators cannot achieve a complete reconciliation, then make the following offer to him, if you can be patient and put up with it:

Suggest that he could marry another wife (note: this is applicable only in a country where more than one marriages for a man are allowed), and let you stay with him without any rights as far as the intimate relationship is concerned, on the condition that he gives up his sin and you stay with your children and he spends on you. Allah says (interpretation of the meaning):

�And if a woman fears cruelty or desertion on her husband�s part, there is no sin on them both if they make terms of peace between themselves; and making peace is better� [al-Nisaa� 4:128]

�Aa�ishah said: �When Sawdah bint Zam�ah grew old, she gave her day to �Aa�ishah, so the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) spent Sawdah�s day with her.� (Narrated by al-Bukhaari, 4914; Muslim, 1463).

Sawdah, may Allah be pleased with her, was one of the wives of the Messenger (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him).

If you do not reach an agreement with him, even something of this nature, and you cannot be patient and put up with it, then you should not think about or suggest divorce except after being sure that that the disadvantages of staying with this man outweigh the disadvantages of separating from him. In this case, you should bear in mind the words
of Allah (interpretation of the meaning):

�But if they separate (by divorce), Allah will provide abundance for everyone of them from His Bounty. And Allah is Ever All-Sufficient for His creatures� needs, All-Wise� [al-Nisaa� 4:130]

In this difficult situation, you must turn to Allah and seek His Help and ask for guidance to make the right decision. We remind you again that it is your duty to remind and advise this man in all situations.

[Editor�s note: Salat-ul Hajat http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php ]


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Doubts in religion?

I have been getting waswassa regarding iman, Allah etc. When these thoughts come i try to fix them..sometimes the thoughts are quite bad about the existence of Allah. A few times when this happens i think about these doubts i haven�t verbally accepted these thoughts and feel very
uncomfortable when this happens. I know Islam is the true religion its just shaytan trying to lead me astray i just feel sometimes when i get these thoughts it weakens my iman. What are the conditions of disbelief?
I am just scared i may have thought something wrong and will it affect my nikah? Whenever these thoughts cross my mind i sometimes think about it but always say i do believe in Allah. I m doubting if i may have done or said something wrong.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Abu Hurayra [radhiAllahu anhu] narrates that Nabi [sallAllahu alayhiwasallam] said, �Allah has forgiven my Ummah regarding those Waswasa(whisperings of the Shaytaan) that creep into the heart so long as they donot act upon them or mention them.� (Mishkaat)

One of the means that the Shaytaan uses to misguide people is by casting doubts and whispers (waswasa) into their hearts. When Shaytaan was rejected, he said:

�My Lord! Give me then respite till the day the (dead) are resurrected.�
[Surah Sawd 38: 79]

The Messenger of Allah Muhammad (SallAllahu �alayhi Wassallam) has warned us against some of these things. It says in the hadeeth: �The Shaytaan comes to any one of you and says, �Who created such and such? Who created such and such?� until he says, �Who created your Lord?� If that happens to you, seek refuge with Allah and give up these thoughts.� (Sahih Al-Bukhari)

The Prophet Muhammad (SallAllahu �alayhi Wassallam) taught us two important things:

1 � To turn to Allah Ta�ala and seek His protection, and to beseech Him,for He is the most Generous:

�And if an evil whisper comes to you from Shaytaan (Satan), then seek refuge with Allah� [al-A�raaf 7: Ayat200]

2 � To put a stop to this matter and turn away from it, and to keep ourselves busy with other, useful things.

The companions of the Prophet (SallAllahu �alayhi Wassallam) came to him complaining about the doubts and waswasa that they were suffering, and said �We find in our hearts things that none of us dares utter.� He (SallAllahu �alayhi Wassallam) said, �Do you really find that?� They said, �Yes.� He said, �That is clear faith.� [Sahih Muslim narrated by Abu Hurayrah RadhiyAllahu �anhu]

What is meant by his saying �That is clear faith� is that their hatred of that waswasa and their rejecting it was a clear sign of faith.

Alhumdulillah, it is excellent that you have not allowed the waswasa to affect your actions. As stated above, as long as the waswasa is not acted upon, you are not in danger and it will not effect the status of your
nikaah. InshaAllah, if you busy yourself with the remembrance of Allah Ta'ala, continue with your ibaadaat (salaat, reading Qur'an, etc.), you will be able to overcome this waswasa.


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Quran on Friday

can you please tell me if al-khaf surah should be recited on Friday for protection from dajjal, and also which part of this surah should be recited.
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We hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen.

Surah Kahf is indeed to be recited on Friday and is said to be a means of protecting oneself against Dajjal. It is best to recite the entirety of Surah Kahf, but if there is some shortage of time, etc. one shoudl read the first ruku and last ruku of the surah.



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Benefits of Istekhara

What is the benefit of Istekhara in marriage selection matter?
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The aim of istikhaarah is to ask for guidance from Allah to the better of
two matters concerning which one is hesitating, because guidance and help
come from Allah. He knows and we do not know; He is the Knower of the
unseen. The one who relies on himself will go astray, and the one who trusts in his own reasoning and does not seek the help of his Lord will be doomed.

It is also important to understand that doing istikaarah does not mean not doing any other efforts. Instead one should take every other possible action such as researching and investigating the matter to one's best ability, as well as seeking advice from knowledgeable and experienced people, parents and elders etc.

Du'a for Istikhara: http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.html




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Hair color II

I am using a hair color dark brown like other variety of colors are available here, some sisters said you can not have wudu with these colors on because some chemicals make the coating on the hairs. I want to know if this is true.
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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.


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Dua for baby girl

I would like to know which surah/dua I can read to pray to Allah for a healthy baby girl.
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There is no specific surah/ dua we can refer from the ahadeeth to be read for Allah Ta�ala to grant a baby girl. However, the following dua can be read in order to ask Allah Ta�ala to bestow upon you an obedient and pious child:
"Rabbana hab lana min azwajina wa dhuriyyatina qurrata A'yunin waj'alna lil-muttaqina imama."

"Our Lord! grant us in our spouses and offspring the joy of our eyes and make us heads of the God-fearing." (Surah 25: Ayah74)

You should leave the matter of baby boy and baby girl to Allah, whatever will be granted by Him will be better, inshaAllah.

[Editor�s note: Salat-ul Hajat http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php ]




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New Muslim question, meaning of Fard (obligatory)

I have a question... what does "Fardh" mean? (Numbers/Types prayers required at each prayer time Fajr 2 Sunnah, 2 Fardh ; Zuhr 2/4 Sunnah, 4 Fardh, 2 Sunnah; Asr 4 Sunnah, 4 Fardh ; Maghrib 3 Fardh, 2 Sunnah; Isha 4 Fardh, 2 Sunnah, 3 Witr) - New Revert
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If you are looking for the definition of Fardh then, it means an act that is commanded by Allah in the Quran and it is compulsory.

[Editor's note: Teachings of Islam http://islameasy.org/pdf/taleem1c.pdf]

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Children concentration

Sister I would like to ask duas for children concentration and and smartness in studies and sister please guide me duas for barkah in work and progress.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

These are the following duas that can be recited:

Rabbi Yassir wa la Tu'assir wa tammim bilkhair wabika nas'ta'een ya fattahrabbi zidnee ilma

Rabbish rahli sadri wa yassir li amri wahlul uqdatam millisaani yafqahu qawli.

Insha Allah, these duas will help you.


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Dua for desired marriage

The parents of the boy refused to accept marriage proposal.
Please provide me with some dua or prayer so that my need is fulfilled.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

We highly advise you and the other party to perform Salatul Istikhara. After performing this salaat, if the outcome is good, then you may try and pursue the marriage.

Another Salaat that we suggest is Salaatul Hajat, which Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) told the Companions to perform when they are faced with a need. One should perform ablution in the Sunnah manner and then offer two rakaat of salaah with complete devotion. After this, one
should praise Allah with the recitation of His most glorious names, then recite Durood Sharief, and then recite the following dua:

La ilaha illalLahu-Haleemul-kareem. Subhana Allahi rabi el-`arshil `azeem. Al-Hamdulilahi rabbi il-`Alameen. As'aluka mujibati rahmatika, wa `aza'ima maghfiratika, wal-`ismata min kuli dhanb, wal ghaneemata min kuli birr, was-salamata min kuli ithm. La tada` li dhanban illa ghafartahu,wala hamman illa farajtahu, wala hajatan hiya laka ridan illa qadaytaha ya arhama ar-rahimeen.

(There is no god but Allah, the Ever-Clement, the Most Generous. I celebrate the Glory of Allah, the Lord of the Magnificent Throne. All praise and thanks are due to Allah, Lord of the worlds. I beseech You, seeking that which will draw me closer to Your mercy, and that which will make certain for me Your Forgiveness. O Allah, grant me protection against any sin, and a share of every virtue. Do not leave me a sin withoutforgiving it, a worry without relieving me of it, or a need that meets with Your pleasure without providing for it, O Most Merciful Lord.)

After reciting the above dua, beseech Allah Ta�ala regarding one�s needs and desires.



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Origin of TAUHEED (Oneness of God)?

What is the historic origin of TAUHEED?
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Tauheed has it origins since the time of Prophet Adam (alayhis salaam) and every prophet was sent to preach the same message, Laa ilaaha illallah (There is no god but Allah).

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Steps to complete Hijab!

Could you please give information on the steps one should take if they want to go into niqaab as I was told that you may read two rakats asking Allah to make it easy for you. Also the main do's and dont's (of observing Hijab with niqaab). Jazakallah for the information you give. May Allah reward you!
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

It is our greatest hope that you receive this reply in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen.

SubhanAllah. It is with great respect and happiness that we read your question and inshaAllah it is our sincerest dua that Allah Ta'ala makes wearing a niqaab an act of worship that is easy for you to fulfill.

For any action that a Muslim intends to do, it is always important to start with the name of Allah and to intend to do this action in order to please Him. We also recommend that 2 rakaat Salaatul Hajaat be read and to recite the dua for this salaat after completing the 2 nafl rakaat. This
dua can be found at:
http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

This nafl salaat and dua are recommended to do in order to seek Allah Ta'ala help in the fulfillment of needs and desires and for success in any act.

Another dua that you can also recite is,
"Rabbi yassir walaa tu'assir watammim bil khair. Wabika nasta'een. Ya Fattah, Ya Fattah, Ya Fattah"
which roughly translates to "Oh My Lord, make things easier for me, do not make things difficult for me. Oh my Lord, let my affairs end with goodness and form you do we seek help (Oh Revealer)".

InshaAllah we pray that Allah Ta'ala give you the best of rewards for protecting your beauty and fulfilling His command for the believers to be among those who guard their modesty. Ameen.

[editor�s note: read �The choice and struggle to wear Hijab� written by a new Muslim sister http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/HijabWhy.pdf ]


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Non-Muslim relatives

Is it permissible to go on a short trip with my non-Muslim relatives along with my own husband and kids?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

I hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah. Jazakallahu khairan for your question.
Yes, it is permissible.

Muslims may deal with non-Muslims in the spirit of tolerance, sympathy, goodwill, equity, justice and kindness. What is not permitted is the kind of intimacy which may garble the distinctive hallmark of Islam.

Kind treatment of parents and relatives has been emphasized in Islam.

Also, when going out, A Muslim sister should observe complete Hijab as described by Islam.

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Phone talks with fiance before Nikaah

I understand that it is not permissible to speak to a male with whom Nikah is not already done. Do you get a lot of sin for speaking to him on the phone even though you are engaged?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

I hope this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah.
Yes, one may get sins by phone talks to a male with whom the Nikaah has not already been done.

During the engagement period, communication between the man and woman is not only a sin, but it also leads to many problems. We have received questions from many others before on this topic. Many times those talks lead to fights, which lead to much tension between the parties, and it is not uncommon to find that engagements are also broken due to misunderstandings and miscommunication. It is best to avoid unnecessary phone talks.



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Buying a house

My husband is really worried from last year we are looking for a house but can�t find it.
Is there any dua to fulfil our wish?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

I hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah.

It is important that you continue to ask Allah Ta�ala and make dua (Salatul Hajat) that He fulfills your wants and desires in this world and the next.

Recite the 80th ayah of Surah An-Nahl (16th Surah in the Quran):

�And Allah has made for you in your homes an abode, and made for you out of the hides of the cattle (tents for) dwelling, which you find so light (and handy) when you travel and when you stay (in your travels), and of their wool, fur, and hair (sheep wool, camel fur, and goat hair), a furnishing and articles of convenience (e.g. carpets, blankets, etc.), a comfort for a while.�

[Editor�s note] Dua when making Ablution:
When making Wudu, first say Bismillah, then recite the following Dua (translation given below):
�O Allah forgive me my sin and make my home roomy enough for me (give me a spacious home) and bless me with increase in my livelihood.�


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Questions in the grave

Is there any verse in the Quran which describes what will happen in the grave before the Day of Judgment?
I heard several things about questions will be asked in the grave.
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I hope this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. AmeeninshaAllah.
According to the Aqaaid (beliefs) of the Ahlus Sunnah Wal Jamaah`,Adhaabul Qabr (punishment in the grave) is Haqq (true and established).(Sharhul Aqaaid).

That (punishment of the grave) is proven from the Qur'aan and Ahaadith. Allah Ta'ala discusses the punishment given to Fir'awn. He says, 'The fire is given to them in the morning and evening and on the Day of Judgement.'
The fire before the Day of Judgment refers to the punishment in the grave.(Ibid)

Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, 'When a person is buried and the people go away, two angels approach the deceased and ask three questions,

a) Who is your lord?
b) What is your religion?
c) Who is he (Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam)?

A believer will answer all three questions and he will be honored with the clothing of Jannah. The window of Jannah will be opened for him and he will enjoy the sight of Jannah.
On the contrary, a disbeliever will express regret at not being able to answer the questions. Upon that, an angel who is blind and deaf is appointed to punish him (blind so that the angel does not see the punishment and feel mercy and deaf so that the punishment is not heard). The hammer used to punish a disbeliever is so heavy that it can reduce a mountain to dust. The disbeliever screams with pain and every creation can hear him besides human and Jinns.' (Mishkaat)

Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, 'The grave is a garden of Paradise or a pit of hell.' (Ibid)

Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, 'It has been revealed to me that the trial in the grave is similar to the trial of Dajjaal.' (Tirmidhi)

Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, 'If you are made to listen to the punishment in the grave, you will stop burying your deceased.' (Tirmidhi)

Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) advised, 'Seek protection from the punishment of the grave.' (Ibid)

In one Hadith, two reasons have been cited for the punishment in the grave:
a) Not exercising precaution from the splashes of urine drops,
b) Gossiping.

It was the noble habit of Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) to make Du'aa in Salaat for protection from the punishment of the grave. May Allah Ta'ala save us, our families and the entire Ummah from the trials of the grave.




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Adoption of a child

Are Muslims allowed to adopt? Please elaborate your answer.
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I hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan. Ameen inshaAllah.

It is permissible to adopt a child. The following conditions apply:

1. The child should not take up the name of the parents who have adopted him. His lineage should be separate and not joined with the parents. He should keep the name of his biological father if the biological father is known. Rasulullah (Sallalahu Alaihi Wasallam) had adopted Zaid bin Harithah as a son before prophethood. People called him Zaid, the son of Muhammad (Sallalahu Alaihi Wasallam). Allah Ta�ala revealed the following ayahs in Surah Al-Ahzab.

'Allah has not made for any man two hearts in his (chest) cavity, nor did he make your wives whom you subjected to zihar, your mothers, nor did he make your adopted sons you (real) sons. That is (merely) a word uttered by your mouths. And Allah says the truth and He shows the (right) way.
Call them by (the name of) their (real) fathers; It is more equitable in the sight of Allah. And if you do not know their fathers, then they are your brothers in faith and your friends. And there is no sin on you in the mistake you make, but in that which you do with intention of your heart; and Allah is Most-Forgiving, Very-Merciful.' [33:4-5]

In the verses Muslims are told not to call the adopted child by the person who adopted him. Instead he should be call with his real father�s name if it is known. If not, then he is your brother in deen, but he is not your son. (Ibn Kathir)

2. Strict observation of Hijaab should be observed when the child reaches the age of puberty. The Hijaab is between the mother and the child if it is a boy and between the father and child if it is a girl. The method to avoid this is to adopt the child in infancy and the mother breastfeeds the child. In doing so, they will become the foster parents and Hijaab will not be necessary. Nevertheless, breast-feeding will still not make him a real son and his lineage will still be made separate.

3. The child should not inherit from the parents (who adopted him or her). The parents are allowed to bequest one-third of their wealth to adopted child in their will if they wish to do so.
The child may be adopted from any ethnicity group. When the child is old enough to understand, he should be informed with wisdom about the reality of the matter.



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Clapping

What is the ruling on clapping? Is it haram or is it permissible only in certain circumstances? Is it based on a scholar making the ruling, or based on personal cultural preferences?
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I hope that this response reaches you in the best of health and Imaan.Ameen inshaAllah.
Clapping has been mentioned and forbidden through the hadeeth of Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam). Scholars make their rulings on clapping based on the hadeeth, not by personal cultural preferences.



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Salah, Which Surah to recite?

Concerning my Salah (Namaz), when reading 4 fard do I just recite Surah Fatiah and then 1 Surah after it in the 1st and 2nd rakat only? Or, in all 4 rakat do I recite fatiah and surah? and in sunnah I recite fatiah and surah in
all 4 rakats. Also the surahs i read 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?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

The breakdown of what to recite during 4 rakaat of fard is as follows:
1st Rakaat: Surah Fatihah and any other surah
2nd Rakaat: Surah Fatihah and any other surah
3rd Rakaat: Surah Fatihah
4th Rakaat: Surah Fatihah

For 4 rakaat sunnah, you are correct in reading Surah Fatihah and any other surah in ALL four rakaats.

It is best and preferable that the surahs are recited in the way in which they occur in the Quran. This means that if you choose to read one surah, ANY other surah that comes after it is permissible to read. For example,
if in the first rakaat, one decides to read Surah Kafiroon, then one can recite Surah Nasr, Surah Lahab, Surah Ikhlaas, Surah Falaq, or Surah Naas in the second rakaat. One does not have to read the Surah that immediately comes after the first surah recited.

When reciting the surah in salaat, it is also preferable that the surahs are similar in length or that they are recited in the order of longest to shortest.
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Difficult to observe Hijaab with Niqaab

Is it obligatory to wear your niqaab in an area where there are all non-muslims? wearing the nikaab makes me feel awkward and self conscious. Is nikaab the only way 2 cover your face?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

It is obligatory upon a Muslim woman to wear the Niqaab. This means that if a woman leaves it out, she will be sinful. (Ahkaamul Qur�aan 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.

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 ]


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Husband cheating wife

My friend�s husband cheated on her over 6 months by chatting to other women over the internet and texting - also sending pictures and receiving them. She recently found out and confronted him. He asked for forgiveness and that it was a mistake and it meant nothing. Please advise on what she should do?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony!

Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. We have to learn to be tolerant of each other for the pleasure of Allah �Do not go by the
book of �My Rights�. Go by the book of Love, Ihsaan and khidmat. In other words, if every person goes out of his or her way to fulfill the rights of others, instead of demanding his or her own rights, or goes a step further
than just fulfillment of rights, i.e. he or she goes out of his or her way to be kind, caring, loving and forgiving, then automatically this world will become a paradise.

The unfortunate part is that the husband opens the chapter of his rights and the wife opens the chapter of her rights. The parents open the chapter of their rights, and the children, of their rights. The teacher, his rights and the pupils, their rights, and then everyone demands fulfillment
of these rights.

No doubt, rights have been declared so that no person should stop short of their fulfillment, but you cannot have a peaceful society if there is just demand for rights and no fulfillment of corresponding obligations.�

(Hedyatus Saalikeen, selected quotes by Shaykh Yunus Patel, 1998, South Africa)

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.

May Allah SWT will make it easy for you. Ameen!

Kindly review some of the advices on �Happy Marriage � Living with Peace and Harmony at Home� at our main page
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Dua for Skin problem

I suffer from acne problem. I have read about the answers resulting to that
and it�s quite motivating, in fact my skin is quite dark and given i have
got acne problem my face seem really different sometimes i feel like crying,
i was using a cream which quite lighten my skin color and the acne also
didn�t seem that bad but then since its costly i stop buying it but again
my face is becoming as before and am going to get married soon, i believe
a lot in Allah and his Rasul salllahu Alahi wa sallam and have faith in them and know there is a solution to every problem and whenever I have problem I resort to dua or tasbeeh and my prob vanish, that is why I wanted to know if there is any kind of dua or wazeefa to lighten skin color to be fairer? i would be really grateful if you could help jazzak allah....
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

1) Please check the home page of our website for detailed procedure on salaatul Haajat. Allah is the only one who could make the impossible, possible. You should turn to Allah and ask him for all your needs.

2) You may recite these following verses of Quran 100 times after Isha accompanying with durood shareef:

"Laqad Khalaqnal Insana fee Ahsani Taqweem" (Surah Teen, Verse 3) and
"Rabbi Inni Mughlobun Funtasir" (Surah Qamar, verse10)

Then make dua.


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Dua for easy studies and exam preparation

1. I am very worried about my exams result, please tell me any Dua to get thru my exams since my papers do not go very well.

2. I am a university student and am doing my second year
and I find it really difficult i had like to know if there is any dua or tasbeeh to be done in order be able to memorize and be successful in education??
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Salaatul Haajah:
It is narrated by Abdullah bin Obi owfaa RA that the Messenger of Allah said "Who ever has a need from Allah, or in relation to man, he should perform wudu in a complete and beautiful way, then offer 2 rakaahs of salah. He should then praise Allah and send Salawaat (durood) upon Nabi SAW and then say:

"Laa ilaaha illallaahul haleemul kareem-subhaanallahi rabbil arshil azeem-wal hamdulilaahi rabbil aalameen -as aluka moojibaati rahmatik-wa azaaima maghfiratik-wal ghaneemata min kulli birr- was salaamati min kulli ithm- laa tada' lanaa dhamban illaa ghafartah-walaa hamman illaa farrajtah-walaa haajatan hiya laka ridan illaa qadaytahaa -yaa arhamar rawhimeen" (Ibne Maajah-Tirmizi)

We learn from the Quraan and Sunnah that we should engage in Salaah for all our needs. The best time of offering optional prayers is in the last portion of the night, when the entire creation is in sleep and in a state of neglect, this is a great time to earn the help and pleasure of Allah. If one is unable to do this, he/she may offer salaah at any other time, (aside from the makrooh times)

You can also recite Hasbunallahu wa nimal wakeel many times everyday.

[Editor�s note]
http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
Salaatul Haajaat (Prayer for Need)


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Dua for getting married soon

A sister waiting for marriage proposal and need advice and Dua.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Salatul Hajaat is a regular 2 rakaah prayer followed by a Du'a that has been prescribed by Rasul salllahu Alahi wa sallam.

One can also pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah. This is also a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a. The Dua's can be found in Du'a books. A good Du'a book that has been translated in various languages
is Al-Hisnul Haseen. The most preferred time for this prayer is the last portion of the night before the fajr prayer. But you can pray it at other times too.

It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed on us another bounty, or granted us relief from a difficulty, or a reward is given to us in the Akhirah in place of it. Alhamdulillah,
Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not be hasty or ungrateful.

In addition, it is important to research and read books and articles on marriage so that we look for the qualities in a man that are pleasing to Allah Ta'ala. There are articles on this website too. Do read them and arm yourself with the knowledge of Deen.

May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolness of your eyes.
Ameen!

Editor's note:Du'a for Istikhara:
http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.htm

Salaatul Haajaat (Prayer for Need)
http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php


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Dua for baby boy

Can you teach me a Dua for having a baby boy?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

So long as you are happy with what Allah blesses you with, and you strive to fulfill the rights of both, sons and daughters equally, there is no harm in reciting Duas.

First and foremost you have to be punctual in your faraaid (obligatory) actions, especially Salaah. 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)

May Allah grant you a healthy and pious child, Aamin.

[Editor�s note]
http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
Salaatul Haajaat (Prayer for Need)


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Taubah from bad habits

A sister seeks advice for her other sisters who have adopted bad habits in society.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu 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:
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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:
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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:
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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:
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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:
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Virtues of Taubah (Repentance):

http://islameasy.org/K202_Tawba.php

http://islameasy.org/K_Repentance.php

Status of Woman in Islam
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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!


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Hair dye and Taharah

My 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.
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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.


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Mother praying for the son who passed away

How 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?
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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.

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Simple Marriage example

How was Sayyidah Fatima (RA) was sent to the house of Sayyidina Ali after marriage ?
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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.


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Salah and the order of Surahs to recite

Concerning 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?
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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.

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Unable to keep Wudu for Salah

As 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.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

The rule in regards to Ma�zoor (she who can't keep her wudhu), such a woman should offer her Salaah as follows:

This woman is to make wudu at the time of every Salah. As long as that Salah time remains her wudu will remain, she can read the Salah of that time and read Quran just as anyone else can. However, if apart from this problem some other matter crops up which causes her wudu to break, then her wudu will break and will have to repeat the wudu. (Bahisti Zewar[Heavenly Ornaments] by Shaykh Ashraf Ali Thanvi -72,100)

We hope we have removed all doubts. Please do not hesitate to ask further questions.


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Wudu with earrings

Is 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
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Assalaamu 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.


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Unknown Wazifah for Marriage

I prayed a wazifa for falling in love, but now I have voices inside my head, anxiety and panic disorder. What should I do?
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Assalaamu 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.
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It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed on us another bounty, or granted us relief from a difficulty, or a reward is given to us in the Akhirah in place of it. Alhamdulillah, Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not be hasty or ungrateful.

In addition, it is important to research and read books and articles on marriage so that we look for the qualities in a man that are pleasing to Allah Ta'ala. There are articles on this website too. Do read them and acquire the knowledge of Deen.

May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolness of your eyes. Ameen!


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Husband watching bad movies

My 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

Assalaamu 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.


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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 ?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. 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


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Help earthquake victims

Can 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?
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Assalaamu 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
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Reciting the Noble Quran with Tajweed

I 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.
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Assalaamu 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


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Witr Prayer

I 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?
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Assalaamu 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

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Teenage girls and Hijaab

Does a Muslim teenage girl need to cover her chest (that is, in addition to normal clothing) when at home with her mahrams?
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Assalaamu 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:
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Husband not praying

My husband is not praying salah. He is not interested in cleanliness, plz suggest some dua or wazaif that can help him.
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Assalaamu 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!

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Reasoning on God is One, without any partner

A 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

Assalaamu 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:
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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?
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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:
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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:
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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 ).
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New Muslim needs learning and Dua schedule

Sister 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!
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Assalaamu 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


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Extra hair on face and skin

My face and body has extra hair, which decreases my confidence. Please suggest some Duas to help me.
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Assalaamu 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

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Daughter-in-law and her duties

What are the duties of a Daughter-in-law? Is it compulsory to serve my husband's parents and sisters?
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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.


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Marriage problem with angry husband

My 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.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah bless you and your family to live in peace and harmony!

Marriage is an institute which can be as firm as a rock or weak as a thread, it is up to the partners to make it either one. 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


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marriage in the month of Muharram?

Can a Muslim marry in the month of Moharram?
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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.

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grandmother's death and grave

My 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?
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Assalaamu 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

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Requirement of virgin woman

A sister feels she is not a virgin due to some medical problem; she has concern about that since her Nikaah is being arranged.
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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.


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New Muslim sister visiting parents who are not Muslims

I have embrace Islam and I want to know if I can go at my parents place to visit them? My parents are not Muslims.
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The Quraan and Ahaadith are replete with orders and advices of being obedient to one's parents. Allah Ta'ala states, "And worship Allah and do not ascribe any partner to Him and be favorable to parents." (Banu Israaeel).
Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, "Paradise lies under the feet of the mothers." Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, "The pleasure of Allah lies in the pleasure of the father and the displeasure of Allah lies in the displeasure of the father."

It is clear from the above quotations that one should respect their parents and be favorable to them. The ruling is general. It includes parents who are Muslims as well as non-Muslims. Asma (Radhiallaahu Anha) states that her mother was a non-Muslim and came to visit her, she enquired from Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) if she can enjoin ties with her non-Muslim mother. Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) replied, "Yes". (Bukhari vol.2) Maintaining ties with non-Muslim parents or relatives presents one with an ideal situation to convey the etiquettes of Islam in a practical way. That is the most effective way of Da'awah. If one wins the confidence of a person, generally, he can make whatever he wants of the person.

It is also important to point out that in dealing with non-Muslim parents or relatives, one must not compromise in one's Islamic values and principles. It is incorrect to obey anyone against the orders of Allah Ta'ala.

Do lots of dua that Allah gives your parents hidayah (guidance), especially after tahajjud prayer. We commend for your steadfastness and pray that Allah Ta'ala grant you the best of both the worlds, Aameen!


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Increase love between husband and wife

My 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.
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Assalaamu 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.


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Fear of death

How 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.
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Assalaamu 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


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Purity, menstruation

After 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.
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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.


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Tired, difficult to do housework

I 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?
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Assalaamu 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.


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Marriage with specific professional

assalam 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.
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Assalaamu 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.


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Debt, business not doing well

a) 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.

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Assalaamu 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.


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Sad feeling for not having children

I 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.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

One of the greatest gifts that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed upon His servants is the gift of children. May Allah Ta'ala grant pious children to all the Muslimeen.

Allah Ta'ala says in the Quraan "Seek help through patience and prayer."(Surah Al Baqarah, verse 45)

One of the duas that you can recite is the dua of Zakaria (A.S):
"Rabbi habli min ladunka thurriyyatan tayyibah. Innaka samiu addua."

Translation: "Oh my Rab! Grant me a righteous child as Your special favor ; surely you hear all prayers."
(Surah Al-Imraan, verse 38)

You may recite it as often as possible, whenever you sit down to pray, insha-Allah.
Engage yourself in recitation of Quran and reading Durood Shareef as much as you can. Insha Allah, this will give peace to your heart.

You should also read these duas in morning and evening:
1) Rabbi inni maghlobun fan-tasir
2) Rabbi inni lima anzalta ilayya min khairin faqeer
3) Recite last two ayats of Surah Tauba seven times daily


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Depression due to skin problems

a. 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!
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Assalaamu 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 ]


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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?
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Assalaamu 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 Qur�aan 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 ]


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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?
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Assalaamu 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 ]

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Irregular menstrual cycle

I 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

Assalaamu 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 ]

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Quran and Wazifa during menstruation

Sister, 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.
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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 ]


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Jobs permitted for women

What types of jobs are permitted for women?
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Assalaamu 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.

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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?
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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.

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Don�t want to marry someone who is drinking

I 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.
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Assalaamu 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.


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Tahajjud during menstruation

Can i have my tahajjud prayers in my room during menstruation?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Allah has excused women from praying salaat on their menstruation hence you cannot pray tahajjud durin your menstruation.

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Dua to Conceive Twins

I would kindly like to know if there is a dua or surah to conceive twins?
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Assalaamu 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

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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

Assalaamu 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 Qur�aan 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.

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Job during pregnant

I 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.
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Assalaamu 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.

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Slavery

What exactly is a slave girl?
What types of jobs are permitted for women?
Are friends allowed in Islam?
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Assalaamu 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.

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Perform istakhara for pregnancy

A.A.i want to know that can i perform istakhara to know if i would be pregnent this month?
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Assalaamu 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.

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Istekhara

I 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....
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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.

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Wazifa for Good Proposal

I 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
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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

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and read hasbunallahu wa neimal wakeel 341 times everyday, inshAllah Allah will help you find a suitable match.

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Istikhara for Marriage

I 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?
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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.

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Haiz & Istihaza

Assalamualaykum.

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.
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Assalaamu 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)

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Dua for Rain

Can I get the dua for when it rains?
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The dua when rain falls is as following:

Allahumma Sayyiban Nafi'an.
Oh Allah, may this rain bring blessings.

The duas for all occasions can be found on our website through the following link:
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Acne

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 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.
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Assalaamu 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

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Spotting in early Pregnancy

I 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.
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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).

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Cure for Depression

I 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.
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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.



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To get job

My 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.
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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


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Tahajjud prayer

is it necessary to sleep after Isha Salah in order to perform tahajjud Salah??
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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.

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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?
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Assalaamu 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.

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New Muslimah trying hard to practice Islam

I 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.
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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.


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Being alone with the husband of another Muslim sister

Is it forbiden for a married woman to sit alone in the room with the spouse of another muslim sister?
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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.


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Make up for missing fast from previous Ramadan

I 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?
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Assalaamu 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.


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Child became disobedient

I 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.
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Assalaamu 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.


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Dua for Cure

My 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?
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Assalaamu 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"

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New Muslim, sister starting prayer

I am a non-muslim
How do I become a devoted Muslim?
How should I offer Namaz (Salah)?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Please review 'embracing Islam' article 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.

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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?
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Assalaamu 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.

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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.."


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Hair-loss and black-magic

I 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?
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Assalaamu 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.


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Husband watches other women!

My husband always watches other women, can you give me dua that will stop that, please?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu 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.



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Donating property for Sadaqa Jariah

I 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

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Yes, it is correct. May Allah accept your intentions.

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Dua that turns my wishes true

I am looking for dua that turns my wishes true immediatly.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu 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.


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voices in head

I want to ask you if you have a Dua for voices in head, one of my friends has problems
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Noises within are out of man's control and regardless of how bad they are one should not be worried about it. There is no sin regarding it nor will he be accountable, as in the rules of Allah there is no questioning for those things that are out of the control of human. However, it is proven that if one is kept busy, such whispers do not occur nor do they impact one's life.

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Advice to New Muslimah regarding non-Muslim parents

Concern for parents who are not Muslim..
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Assalaamu 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

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Getting white hair

Assalaamualaykum. 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

Assalaamu 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)

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Watching TV and videos

Since you are not allowed to take pictures then are you allowed to watch TV and videos?
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Assalaamu 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.

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Dua to conceive children

Dua to conceive children
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu 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.

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husband is jobless

My 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

Assalaamu 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


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Purity and menstruation period

There 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

Assalaamu 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)


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Advice to women seeking Islamic knowledge II

I 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

Assalaamu 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.


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Guidelines on how to teach children about Islam

What is the easiest method to teach children Salah? How can I make my children learn more about Islam?
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Assalaamu 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.


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Ruling on Hijaab and Niqab

If you become an Alimah (woman scholar), is it compulsory to wear Niqab?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu 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!


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How to make parents happy?

What kind of steps can I take to make my parents happy?
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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.



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Times to offer Salatul Tasbeeh

When is the right time to pray Salatul Tasbeeh? Can one pray it after Salat Duha (chast)?
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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).

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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?
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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.

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Dua to remove any body pain.

Can you please tell me any dua to remove itching from body .i.e illnesses.
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Assalaamu 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.

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Dua for safe and healthy pregnancy

Can you please tell me any dua for safe /healthy pregnancy?
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Assalaamu 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.

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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?
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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 .


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How to gain self-confidence and courage

I 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.
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Assalaamu 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.


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Astrology and horoscopes

Is it true if you read your daily horoscope your Salah and duaas are not accepted by Allah ?
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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]


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Dua to increase beauty

a. 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?
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Assalaamu 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.


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Living with non-muslims

I 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?
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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.

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Zakaah on jewelry

I 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?
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Assalaamu 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.


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Is it required to read Salah tul Istikhara for marriage proposal

I 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?
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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

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Ruling on woman traveling without mehram

We 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?
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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.

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Going through financial difficulties

My 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?
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Assalaamu 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.

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How to receive more personal time from husband

My 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?
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Assalaamu 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

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What can be done to increase love between family members such as in laws

My 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.
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Assalaamu 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

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Dua to conceive a baby

I 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

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

First and foremost you have to be punctual in your faraaid (obligatory) actions, especially Salaah. 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)

You may also read Salaatul Haajaat.

May Allah grant you a healthy and pious child, Aamin.

[Editor�s note]
http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php
Salaatul Haajaat (Prayer for Need)


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If spotting in pregnancy then what is the ruling on praying salah

I 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?
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Assalaamu 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.

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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?
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Assalaamu 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.

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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?
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Assalaamu 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.

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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?
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Assalaamu 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 و 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


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Giving a qasam / swear to wife and its ruling

My 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?
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Assalaamu 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.

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What can be done to have a baby boy?

Can you please tell me some duas from the Quran to conceive a baby boy?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

The best way to request anything from Allah ta'la is to make dua for it after every ibadat.

Salaatul Haajaat (Prayer for Need)
http://islameasy.org/Dua_Hajat.php

Besides that, it mentioned in some books that a couple who intends to name their son Muhammad if they have a son, will be granted a son inshAllah. But one should be grateful at whatever Allah taala grants.

May Allah grant you a son that can be a source for hidayah of the ummah. Ameen.

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Is it allowed to read love stories.

Is it allowed to read love stories?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

It is not permissible to read novels due to the ideas and concepts that are subliminally presented.

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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.
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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.



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Repenting from use of interest money

Before 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 ?

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Assalaamu 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.




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Asking opposite gender for cell/mobile phone number

If a sister asks a brother for his mobile number, is this haram and does this cause fitnah?
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Contact with a non Mahram is not permissible, such acts will lead to fitnah and should be avoided as far as possible.


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Makeup Fast on Fridays

Is it makrooh to fast on Fridays if we did not fast the previous day while repaying for the days that we missed during ramadan
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“Do not single out the Friday for fasting nor its night for standing [in prayer �" 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.

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Dua for situation when parents don't agree to your choice for marriage

My 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.
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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

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Dua to protect your children from the evil eye, or evil intentions

Is 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.
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Assalaamu 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.

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Ruling on taking off the Niqab while taking passport picture

I 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?
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Assalaamu 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.

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Dua for situation when the person you intend to marry is avoiding you

Someone 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.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

First of all, you should do istikhara to find out whether that person is right for you or not. You can pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah. This is a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a.

The 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!

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Using Eye Drops while fasting

I 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?
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Assalaamu 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.

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Dua to get preganant

Is there any dua to get preganant?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

One of the greatest gifts that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed upon His servants is the gift of children. May Allah Ta'ala grant pious children to all the Muslimeen.

Allah Ta'ala says in the Quraan "Seek help through patience and prayer."(Surah Al Baqarah, verse 45)

One of the duas that you can recite is the dua of Zakaria (A.S):
"Rabbi habli min ladunka thurriyyatan tayyibah.
Innaka samiu addua."

Translation: "Oh my Rab! Grant me a righteous child as Your special favor ; surely you hear all prayers."
(Surah Al-Imraan, verse 38)

You may recite it as often as possible, whenever you sit down to pray, insha-Allah.

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Keeping husband happy

Please help me with making my husband happy. He is never happy with me. Please give me dua or wazeefah.
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Assalaamu 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.

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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?
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Assalaamu 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.

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Dua to reduce pain during menstruation, or any bodily pain

Can you please tell me any duas to reduce my pain in backbone during periods?
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Assalaamu 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.

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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.
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Assalaamu 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)

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Can one pray after five days of Menstruation?

Can a girl pray namaz after five days of Menstruation?
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Assalaamu 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.

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Dua for parents' love

My 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

Assalaamu 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.

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How to check for end of the menstruation cycle

How 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?
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Assalaamu 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).

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Correlation between taqdeer (fate) and dua when it comes to marriage

When 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?
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Assalaamu 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.

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Having affection toward opposite gender before marriage in Islam

Is it prohibited in Islam to like someone and love?
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Assalaamu 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.

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Names of all the Doors of Jannah

Can you please tell me all the names of doors of the jannah?
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Assalaamu 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.

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Making wish come true

Is there any wazeefa or duas that would help make my wish come true?
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Assalaamu 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.

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Asking family members to do Istikhara for oneself

I 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

Assalaamu 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

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Concerns for children while making plans for Hajj

I 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

Assalaamu 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.

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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

Assalaamu 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.

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Criterias for Zakah

What should I give zakah on and how much?
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Assalaamu 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 � % on the full amount as explained above.

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Abused by family members

I 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?
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Assalaamu 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.

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Time constraint for praying Salat ul Istikhara

I would like to know whether there is any time limit to perform isthikhaarah namaaz, what is the latest time we can pray isthikhaarah namaaz?
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Assalaamu 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.

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Drinking water/tea during azaan in Suhoor

Can we drink water or tea during azaan in suhoor?
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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.

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Duas/ Zikar to do in month of Ramadan.

What duas one should recited (zikar) in the month of ramadan?
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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)

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Brushing teeth while fasting

Can we brush our teeth with the paste while fasting?
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Nothing can be used to clean the teeth while fasting except miswaak and a toothbrush (without toothpaste)

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Ruling on Istihaza

Can 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.
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Assalaamu 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.

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Ruling on Aqeeqah

What did the prophet mohammed (s.a.w) teach us about Aqeeqah in islam?.
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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.

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Changing baby's diaper and its affect on wudu.

Will my wudu break if I change my son's diaper?
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Assalaamu 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.

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Specific fiqh on Istihaza

I 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?
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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)

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Ruling on performing Salatul Tahajjud

I 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.
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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.

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Marital advise

I 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?
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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.

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Duas/ zikar to do for marriage proposal

I 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.
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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

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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?
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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.

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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?
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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.

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Ruling on vomit and baby's spit-up

Is vomiting najis? Is the milk that baby spit out najis or not ?
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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.

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Dua to increase love between husband and wife

Can you please tell me some dua so that my husband loves me more and gets more attracted towards me?
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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.

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Parents loss of a baby

My 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.
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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.


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Toys that resemble animals and humans (eg teddy bears, dolls)

Can we keep toys in the home like teddy bears etc?
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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)


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Salah mistakes that require prostration for forgetfulness (sajdah sahu)

What are the things in which one should do sajda-e-sahu?
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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]


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Missing Salah

What are the punishments for not performing and leaving the fardh prayers?
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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]


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Eid Prayer and Taraaweeh Salah for women

Should women read Eid salah and Taraweh during Ramadan?
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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.



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Salaatut Tasbeeh - Nafl or sunnah?

Is Salaatut Tasbeeh - Nafl or sunnah?
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Salaatut Tasbeeh is nafl salaah but the method of performing it is sunnah.

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Dua to protect oneself from magic

Someone in my house is going to some person who does magic. This causes problems between me and my husband. What should I do?
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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.

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Investing in shares

Can we invest money on shares?
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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)



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How much should a woman cover while praying salah?

Should elbows be covered while reciting Quran and reciting Salah?
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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.

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Marital Issues and Dua for harmony in marriage

My 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?
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Assalaamu 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


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Meaning of baby girl's name: Umme Haani

We named our daughter as Umme Haani. Could you please assist us to know the meaning?
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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.

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Dua for getting children

Kindly email me the dua for getting pregnant. How many times do I have to recite?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

One of the greatest gifts that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed upon His servants is the gift of children. May Allah Ta'ala grant pious children to all the Muslimeen.

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

One of the duas that you can recite is the dua of Zakaria (A.S) Rabbi habli min ladunka thurriyyatan tayyibah. Innaka
samiu addua. (" Oh my Rab! Grant me a righteous child as Your special favor ; surely you hear all prayers." Surah Ale
Imraan, verse 38)

You may recite it as often as possible, whenever you sit down to pray, insha-Allah.

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Dua for work-related stress at home

My 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?
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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.



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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?
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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'ala� (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)



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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.
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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


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Dua when you feel sad or depressed

Regarding 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?
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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


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Dua to get a job

Basically 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?
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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.


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Iddah (waiting period) after Divorce

My 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.
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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.


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Dua to marry someone of your own choice

I wanted to know if there is a powerful dua to get married to someone of my own choice. could you please help me?
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First of all, you should do istikhara to find out whether that person is right for you or not. you can pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah. This is a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a. The Dua's can be found in Du'a books. A good Du'a book that has been translated in various languages is Al-Hisnul Haseen. The most preferred time for this prayer is the last portion of the night before the fajr prayer. But you can pray it at other times too.

It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala 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


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Method of reading Tahajjud Salaah and Salaat-ul-witr

Can u please tell me the method of reading salat e tahjud and salat e witr?
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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.


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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?
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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.

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Children disturbing Qur'an reading

When 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.
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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.

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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.
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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.


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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.
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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.


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I will start wearing burqa or hijab as soon as possible

assalamwalaikum, 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.
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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.

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Taking money from husband's pocket without his permission -Part II

Assalam-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.
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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)


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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
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Assalaamu 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.


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Expecting Dreams to be fulfillled 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.
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Assalaamu 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.

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Pray for my mother's health

Assalamoalaikum..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
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Assalaamu 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

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Family in stress, grandad sick and brother on trial for something he says has not done

My 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.
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Assalaamu 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

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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?
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Assalaamu 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.

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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
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins.if we did not do so,we would have been with the angels.

However, Allah 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.


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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?
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Assalaamu 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

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Is wearing anklets permissble?

Does Islam permit to wear anklet?
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Assalaamu 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.

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Salaat ul Hajaat

Kindly please provide the complete details on Salaat ul Hajaat, can impossible be made possile through this salah.
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Assalaamu 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.



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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

Assalaamu 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


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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.
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Assalaamu 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.


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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

Assalaamu 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.

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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?
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Assalaamu 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,

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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

Assalaamu 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

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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

Assalaamu 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.

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Revising Qur'an memorization during menstruation

I 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.
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Assalaamu 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.

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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.
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Assalaamu 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.

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Taking money from my husbands pocket without his permission

1(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

Assalaamu 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.

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Protection and well being during pregnancy

Is 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

Assalaamu 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.

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Advice to women seeking Islamic knowledge

Assalamu alaikum
I am studying the first year of Alimah course and I wanted to ask you the how I can gain the most of my course. How do I become a good Muslimah as a good example and make the most of my Ilm (knowledge)? What is the best thing to do for memorization and how can I gain the most benefit in my course?

You have for sure, completed the course so would know how to gain the maximum benefit and ways it can be achieved to please Allah SWT. JazakAllahu Khayr.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

First of all, you should try to avoid committing sins and should recite the Du'a "Rabbi zidni ilma" and "Rabbish-Rahli Sadri Wa Yassirli Amri wah lul Uqdatam-Mil-lisaani yafqahu qauli" 7 times after each Salaah.

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

Third advice is to always be obedient to your parents. There is no compromise on this issue, so much so that if a person's parents are non-Muslim, he/she still has to fulfill their rights. Never argue with them on their lack of practice on deen, or point out how much you practice on your deen, this will only alienate them from you.

And last but not least, make Dua to Allah SWT. He is our creator, He gives us blessings and He gives us tests, only He has the power to make our lives better. Ask Him for every need that you have, and make this your habit in times of happiness or sorrow, after all, He is all-hearing, all-seeing.

May Allah grant you steadfastness in deen and happiness in life, Aamin.

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When husband does not love his wife

My husband told me that "he did not love me; never loved me". If he does not love me why does he want to have the husband-wife-relations with me? I have lost feeling for him. Should I leave or divorce him?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Marriage is a great Sunnah whilst divorce is disliked by Allah. Rasul sallallahu alaihi wa sallam has said that if a woman asks for a divorce for no reason, then the smell of paradise is forbidden for her [Tirmidhi]. It is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic. Divorce is permissible only as a last resort.

Ask yourself the reason of your husband's mistrust. Is this his personality? If so, resort to patience, Salaah and Du'a. In most cases, this is because of his lack of confidence, therefore always reassure him of your love for him. If your husband does not trust you because of a previous error, then seek to regain his love and confidence by displaying your love for him, regret (on the mistake), and make commitment to the marriage. Be ever cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused the problem.

In any case, do not speak to non-mahrams even if they are your relatives and do not leave the home without his permission. Do not visit places he dislikes etc. Insha Allah, with patience, Du'a and effort your husband will come to trust you.

Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah narrated that the Rasul sallahu alaihi wasallam said, "If a women prays her five daily prayers, fasts the month of Ramadhaan, guards her chastity and obeys her husband, it will be said to her, "Enter paradise from whichever of the gates of Paradise you wish"

May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and actions. Ameen!

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Deciding for marriage

Assalamu alaykum,
Sister I have a problem. I am a divorcee with no children. I like this brother and he likes me too but he has not been married before, he is really practicing, we wants to get married but his family doesn't agree to it due to the culture and "what will the community say" etc. They do not have a valid reason for us not to get married as we are both into our deen. Sister, we don't know what to do, the only other thing we can do is let go of each other, or have a nikah done!

How long will the nikah be valid for if we have the nikah but do not have a proper wedding?

Please make dua for us! May Allah (SWT) bring that which is good for me, my family and my deen close to me, and take away that which is bad for me, my family and my deen and replace it with something butter and make me happy with it.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

First of all, you should do istikhara to find out wheather 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. You can pray it after Esha prayer or at other times too.

Du'a for Istikhara: http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.htm

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

As far as the concern of the validity of nikah, once it is done, it will be valid for ever, even though they both do not see each other for a long period of time.

May Allah Subhanahu Ta'ala will help you (Ameen)

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Halal Investment using Mahar money

Assalamualakum
Dear sister, I want to invest (to increase) my Mahar money but I am not finding ways to do it Islamically. I want to do in a Halal way and also a good profitable one. Do you have any suggestion?

1. Tell me about shares. what type is halal and which type is haram?
2. Is that recommendable that after every namaz (Salah) doing sajda sahu ?
3. Suggest me the best in obtaining the Quran in CD or book form in English and Urdu which consists context of each and every verse i.e. historical background in detail.

Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Dear Sister,

1) One cardinal principle that you need to keep in mind is that, any 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.

[Editor's note: for details, please review the following chapter of "Islamic Finance" by Shaykh Mufti Taqi Usmaani: Principles of Shariah Governing Islamic Investment Funds: (Click here)

2) Sajda-e-sahu is needed when you miss any wajib act of salaah unintentionally, otherwise not.

3) There is an excellent tafseer of the Noble Quran called "Maariful Quran" and you can find that in both Urdu and English translation and explanations that is compiled by Shaykh Mufti Taqi Usmaani (Damat Barakatuhum).

And Allah knows best.

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Purity and Cleanliness for Women - Ruling on Haiz and Istihaza

I had bleeding for 15 days. After 10 days haiz I strarted praying, the blood stopped after 15 days, then I had gap for 5 or 6 days and the bleeding has started again. How many tahir (clean) days need there be between the istihaza and the new flow of blood for it to be considered haiz?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

The time duration of menses is no less than 3 days and no more than 10 days. Even after 10 days you observe any bleeding, then this would be called "istehaza" (morbid seminal bleeding) and if bleeding stops on the 10th day, these 10 days would be counted as your menses period. Further, it is necessary that there should be at least 15 days, between one menses and the next, when you could be considered clean. Any bleeding between this 15-day period of cleanliness, would be considered as "istehaza" and the bleeding occurring after this 15-day period, would be counted as "menses". wasalaam,

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"Natural vanilla" and "Vanilla" in food items

Assalam o Alaikum
Is the liquid milk containing "natural vanilla" as one of the ingredients "halal" to use. because we have heard that anything containing "vanilla" is not permissible because it is extracted using alcohol. Furthermore what is the difference between "vanila" and "natural vanilla" as ingredients? Jazak Allah Khair
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

"Vanilla" is extracted from vanilla beans, using a combination of alcohol and water.

"Natural vanilla" is an alternate form of vanilla in which the alcohol is replaced by glycerin. If the glycerin is vegetable/plant based then it will be permissible to use.

You may write to the customer/consumer service of the product, and certify what exactly is being used in the ingredients.

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Salaatul Haaja, How to perform?

I have started praying salaatul hajaat, I can't help but wonder if I am missing out on some of the virtues of this salaat as I am lacking on knowledge. I want to know when is the best time to perform salaatul hajaat and what is the best surah that should be recited during the salah, and after prayer what dikir and salawat should I say before saying the dua.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Salaatul Haajah:
It is narrated by Abdullah bin Obi owfaa RA that the Messenger of Allah said "Who ever has a need from Allah, or in relation to man, he should perform wudu in a complete and beautiful way, then offer 2 rakaahs of salah. He should then praise Allah and send salawaat (durood) upon Nabi SAW and then say:
"Laa ilaaha ilalaahul haleemul kareem-subhaanallahi rabbil arshil azeem-wal hamdulilaahi rabbil aalameen -as aluka moojibaati rahmatik-wa azaaima maghfiratik-wal ghaneemata min kulli birr- was salaamati min kulli ithm- laa tada' lanaa dhamban illaa ghafartah-walaa hamman illaa farrajtah-walaa haajatan hiya laka ridan illaa qadaytahaa -yaa arhamar rawhimeen" (Ibne Maajah-Tirmizi)

According to the narration above, we are not told of any specific soorahs to recite in salaah.

We learn from the Quraan and Sunnah that we should engage in salaah for all our needs. The best time of offering optional prayers is in the last portion of the night,when the entire creation is in sleep and neglect, this is a great time to earn the help and pleasure of Allah SWT. If one is unable to do this,he/she may offer salaah at any other time, (aside from the makrooh times)

We hope that this answers your question,insha-Allah.

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Duas to recite while pregnant

Now I am pregnant for 2 months. I have 2 daughters now alhamdulillah. Now I like to have a baby boy. I know it is from Allah's blessings only, nothing one can do, but if there is any surahs or Duas to recite, would you please let me know? Jazakaallahu Khaira.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Respected Sister in Islam

Wa alaykum salaam warahmatullah

So long as you are happy with what Allah SWT blesses you with, and you strive to fulfill the rights of both, sons and daughters equally, there is no harm in reciting Duas.

First and foremost you have to be punctual in your faraaid (obligatory) actions, especially Salaah. 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)

Further you may recite "Yaa Awwalu" 40 times for a duration of 40 days.

May Allah SWT grant you a healthy and pious child, Aamin.

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Marriage to a Christian/Jewish woman

Can a Muslim marry a Christian?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Marriage to a Christian/Jewish woman

In principle, marriage to a Christian / Jewish female is permissible with two conditions;

1. She must not be a Christian/Jew by name only, as is the case with most people today, She must, at least, believe in the basic fundamentals of Christianity/ Judaism, follow a book, prophet and laws etc.
2. She must not be a Murtadah, i.e. she was previously a Muslim, but later converted to Christianity/ Jewish.

However, in spite of marriage to the Ahl-e-Kitaab being permissible, it is very strongly advised that a Muslim male should not marry a Christian/Jewish female. Further, the Ulama have explained that this permissibility is in Daar-ul-Islam (Muslim lands) only and even so it is Makrooh-e-Tahreemi.

Umar RA used to dislike the marriage to women of Ahl-e-Kitab, due to the harms of such a nikaah. If this was the case in his time, then how much more precaution should we take in today�s time? On one occasion when Hudhaifa RA married a Jewish woman, he asked him to divorce her. Zayd ibne Wahb RA says that Umar RA said, "The Muslim man marries a Christian woman, but the Christian man does not marry a Muslim woman."

Ibne Umar RA used to say,"I do not know of a greater shirk than her saying that Jesus is her lord"

Further Allah SWT has advised us in the Quran, "And indeed a slave woman who believes in Allah is better for you than a free woman who makes shirk with Allah, even though she pleases you" (Soorah Baqarah, 2:221)

It is recorded in the two Saheehs, Abu Hurairah RA narrates that the Prophet SAW said, "A woman is chosen for marriage for four reasons/qualities: her wealth, her social status, her beauty and her religion. So, marry the one with Deen (religion) may your hands be filled with sand (a statement of encouragement)

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

In today�s society, we have witnessed our Muslim brothers marry non-Muslim women, and sadly also witnessed the trauma that they face a few years down the line when the children are growing up, or ,when the woman says that she has no intention of ever following Islam. Another most common dilemma is the clash of cultures, he always yearns for a wife who understands his way of life, while she yearns for a husband who could share her freedom of thought and ways.

If a man is interested in marriage to a woman of Ahle-Kitaab,and he has strong hope that she will accept and practice Islam sincerely, then he should make means for her to meet fellow Muslim sisters who may present Islam to her, teach her the basic principles of Shariah etc. infact for her there will be two rewards, one for practicing on her religion and second for embracing Islam. But if she says that she will only accept Islam after marriage or later on, then one will wonder, why not now, why the delay ?

May Allah SWT grant us the understanding of the importance of Deen in our Spouse and children, Aamin.

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Photos and Webcam in Islam

I heard from a brother we should not take photos except for passport/visa purpose. But I am here in USA and family and parents being in India, we are able to show our kids and us in photos only. Also, for kids growing in other than their parent country, the only way to identify relations in photos. Right now, my family has gone to India and am able to chat and see them in webcam. Is taking photo /showing in webcam not allowed in Islam? Please clarify.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Photos and Pictures

Picture frames and photographs of animate objects are not permissible.

Pictures of inanimate objects e.g. trees, mountains, etc. are permissible.

Ahaadeeth on prohibition of pictures and drawings: *

* Abu Talha (Radhiyallaahu �nhu) narrates that Nabi (Sallallaahu �layhi Wasallam) said, 'Angels do not enter a house wherein there is a dog or picture.' (Mishk�t vol. 2 p. 385)
* �bdullah ibn Mas�od (Radhiyallaahu �nhu) narrates that Rasulullah (Sallallaahu �layhi Wasallam)
said, 'The people with the most severe punishment by Allah will be the picture makers.' (Ibid).
* 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)

Images on cam-corder/computer:

The Ulama differ in their opinions regarding the images that appear on computer/TV and videos.

According to some reliable Ulama like Mufti Taqi Usmani Saheb, these are not strictly Tasweer (picture making) as it is not in a durable form - refer to albalagh.net. However, many other reliable Ulama do not differentiate between an image being durable or not. Hence, images on TV and videos is Tasweer and still prohibited.

Apart from that, it should be realized that anything placed on the Internet is in public domain. In its passage from source to destination, it is stored on numerous computers and can be retrieved by others, even though it may be deleted right away by sender and receiver.

Hence, it is best to exercise abstinence in matters which are doubtful.

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Frustrated with Religion?

I find that I am getting more and more frustrated with religion. I still believe Islam is the right religion but no longer feel like I want to be a practicing Muslim, for many reasons, but I'm trying to hold on. Is there any advice you can give me?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

This is a good thing that you can sense regarding your frustration about the religion. This also a sign of faith (Iman). The best thing you should do is to perform two rakat Salatul Hajat and ask Allah (SWT) to help you and for your routine please read 41 times Surah Fatiha after Fajar daily.

And Allah knows best. Insha Allah, Allah (SWT) will help you.

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Reason for new revelation from Allah

What were the reasons for consecutive revelations? Can I say while talking that, to correct the previous faults of the people God sent the next revelation? For example can I say that Quran came to correct the mistakes what the Jews and Christians did?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Dear Sister,

According to the details in Surah Baqarah (Ayat # 106) that gives the reasons for the new revelations and the cancellations of the commandments from Allah (SWT). �Whenever We abrogate a verse, or cause it to be forgotten, We bring one better than it or one equal to it. Do you not know that Allah is powerful over everything?�

As we all know that any command of Allah doesn�t contain any faults, although, it is always according to the ability of mankind to absorb and follow the commandments of Allah (SWT). For example, an expert physician would never give you the details of the medication upfront that what you would have to take in each stage of your disease. He would give you only the medication first you need to cure the first stage and would give you for the second stage later.

Allah (SWT) knows the best that what would be the best time to reveal whatever would be good for us.

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Helping non-Muslim understand Islam

1) While dealing with non-Muslims especially like Christians, if they are scared about society to change, how we can respond strongly to remove their barrier.

2) Give me good sites where I can get genuine knowledge about Islamic history.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Dear Sister,

Your question was regarding non-Muslim people:

1. Your question is not very clear, but if you want them to embrace the Islam and they would be afraid of change in their lives after embracing of Islam; in that case you can elaborate them the mercy and love of Allah (SWT) and the bounties they would receive on the Day of Judgment.

If your question is regarding the trouble they have been causing you, in that case, you should show them your best behavior and for your protection form their evil you should read �Allah humma inna naja�luka fee nohoorihim wanaoo�zubika min shuroorihim� (eleven times in the morning and eleven times in the evening) Insha Allah, Allah (SWT) will protect you from their evil.

2. Secondly you asked about good sites for the history of Islam, you may visit this website. http://www.albalagh.net /

Wasalam

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Receiving blessing from Allah to conceive

I have read that if you say Yaa naafi-u prior to having relation with husband, Allah will grant him good and pious children. Well, me and my husband are both 26 years old and have been to the doctor to find that we are both able to have children. This is something that we are ready for at this time and I would like to know what other ways a couple can receive Allah's blessing to conceive a child. We eat healthy, exercise and keep our body as pure as possible. Do you have any suggestions other than medications from the doctor?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Dear Sister,

You can recite these Duas also;

1) Rabbi habli milla dunka waliyya

2) Rabbi laa tazarni fardaw wa anta khairul waaritheen

Wa salaam,

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New Muslimah seeking help in learning prayers

I am a widow, my husband died a few months ago. How do I find a good husband? I HAVE BEEN MUSLIM FOR A LITTLE OVER A YEAR, AND IT IS MY BELIEF THAT WITHOUT A GOOD HUSBAND TO GUIDE AND TEACH ME, IT WILL NOT BE POSSIBLE FOR ME TO LEARN. THERE IS SO MUCH I HAVE TO LEARN. I NEED TO LEARN TO SAY THE PRAYERS IN ARABIC AS A SISTER TOLD ME THAT PRAYERS SAID IN ENGLISH DO NOT COUNT. IS THERE A GOOD MATCHMAKER I CAN GO TO? MY HUSBAND ACCEPTED ISLAM BEFORE HE DIED SO MY TIME OF MOURNING IS ALMOST OVER.

A MUSLIM BROTHER GAVE ME AN ARABIC NAME, AND I BELIEVE THAT THE NAME IS A GOOD ONE - AABIDA MUHAMMADI - IS IT PERMISSABLE TO RECEIVE A NAME THIS WAY?

I HAVE WORN A HIJAB AND IT HAS BEEN POSSIBLE FOR ME TO HAND OUT PAMPHLETS, BOOKS, AND EVEN SOME QUR'AN. IF I DID NOT WEAR HIJAB I WOULD NOT HAVE THIS OPPORTUNITY. THE SISTERS I HAVE MET DO NOT EVEN USE THE GREETING, SOME JUST LOOK AT ME AND THEN LOOK AWAY. I AM 61 AND THEY SHOULD ANSWER ME IF FOR NO OTHER REASON THAN I AM THEIR ELDER. MOST OF THEM DO NOT WEAR HIJAB.

I AM VERY CONFUSED, AND DO WANT TO FIND A HUSBAND AND COMPANION TO SHARE MY LIFE AND TO TEACH ME - THERE ARE SO MANY THINGS I DO NOT KNOW, AND I AM NOT GETTING THE SAME ANSWER ON ANY OF MY QUESTIONS FROM THE MUSLIM COMMUNITY - I ONLY SEE THEM ONCE EVERY FEW MONTHS ANYWAY. I REALLY WANT TO HAVE MUSLIM FRIENDS. THE FIRST TIME I WENT TO ONE OF THEIR GET-TOGETHERS, NOBODY HARDLY TALKED TO ME, NOR DID THEY OFFER HELP, ASK IF I NEEDED BOOKS, OR IF I HAD A PRAYER RUG! AND THEY STILL ACT THE SAME WAY.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Respected Sister in Islam,

May Allah SWT grant you abundant reward for your patience on a tremendous loss, may he remove all difficulties and grant your husband the highest stages in Paradise, Aamin.

As you have mentioned that you still have much to learn, however don't let this overwhelm you, because knowledge is something that we seek from the cradle to the grave. I have met sisters who started learning about Islam from scratch, from each alphabet of the Quran, to the prayers, rules and regulations etc.

At this time, don't look at how much you need to learn, rather look at how much you have already accomplished, through the help of Allah. A person who is running in a marathon doesnt look at how much road lays infront of him, instead he takes each mile as it comes and in the end it doesn't matter if he came first or last, his mission was to complete the race successfully.

It is true that one's spouse is a great help in all our affairs, but it was the decree of Allah SWT to take him away at a time when you felt he was your only teacher. This may be an indication for you to turn all your focus and attention towards Allah alone, after all, HE is the best helper!

You have mentioned that your community is not very helpful, perhaps they are not aware of your situation and intention to learn. The best way would be for you to go forward and ask everyone around if there is any learned sister who can teach you about Islam, prayers etc. the key word being "learned" because you don't want to learn about peoples' practices and traditions, you want to learn pure Islam.

Until you find someone to help you, please feel free use this website for all your questions, it also offers excellent material on all aspects for new muslims.

Prayers:

It is true that the 5 daily prayers have to be offered in the Arabic language,there is no way around this, however prayer(supplication or Dua) in itself is not confined to the Arabic language. Just as people of other relegions fold their hands and sit down to pray, a Muslim (in the state of cleanliness) may sit down at any time, lift his/her hands and communicate with Allah for all their needs, and to thank Allah for all his favors. Ask Allah SWT to make a means for you in learning your deen.

Islamic name:

The name "Aabida" is indeed beautiful, it is feminine of "Aabid" which means "worshipper of Allah".If you feel happy with the name then you are welcome to keep it, as it will have a positive impact on your life,insha-Allah.

Hijaab and Actions:

It is a great blessing of Allah SWT that you are wearing hijaab, and it is sad that many muslim sisters are unaware of its importance in Islam. However like the saying goes, "Dont judge a book by its cover", similarly, Islam cannot be judged by Muslims.

As Muslims we are lacking in all practical aspects of our faith, Islam teaches us to honor our elders, so much so that the Prophet Peace be upon him, used to visit the elderly people often and see to all their needs.

In a narration by Amr bin Shuaib, the Prophet peace be upon him said "He is not one of us who doesn't show mercy to the young and honor the old ." (Book of Abu Dawood/Tirmizi)

Dont be upset by the actions of fellow Muslims, instead pray to Allah to guide them as He has guided you.

On a parting note, we would like to quote the saying of the Prophet Peace be upon him, as a glad tiding for you, he said, "When a person embraces Islam and his Islam is good,the sins he previously committed are forgiven by Allah SWT due to the blessedness of Islam, and thereafter, every good deed is multiplied by ten upto seven hundred , whereas every bad deed remains as one ,and Allah may overlook that too."

May Allah SWT grant you happiness and success,Aamin

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Dua for pregnant muslim woman who had not concieved for very long time.

Dua for pregnant muslim woman who had not concieved for very long time. Now she had concieved.
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The first thing to do is read 2 rakaah of Salaat-of-Shukr, thank Allah SWT for this great blessing of conceiving a child. Allah SWT in his infinite wisdom knows when to give a blessing and when to hold it back, and as his servants we are completely satisfied with his decisions.

If we look into the lives of the prophets, Zakariya A.S and Ibraheem A.S, we find that they spent most of their lives without children, Allah granted them offspring in their old-age. Yet they were the chosen servants of Allah SWT who spent their lives in total obedience of Allah SWT, and exceptional humility. Their lives are an example for us to follow. Allah SWT has accepted your dua and you have conceived a child, Alhamdulilaah.

The only person that can grant protection to that child is ALLAH. Make dua daily and ask Allah to remove all difficulties and bring your child into this world in good health.

Also, it would be helpful if your husband could recite the following :

Al-Mubdi ������������
THE ORIGINATOR

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

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

May Allah SWT grant you pious offspring, who are the coolness of your eyes.Aamin.

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Religion obeying Allah at the time of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.)

1) I want to know what the people had the label like Jews, Muslims, etc. before or at the time of Ibrahim (A.S.)

2) I want to know when it happened in history first, labelling the people as Muslim.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Following are the answers to your question:

1. There was no existence of Judaism or Christianity in the era of Prophet Ibrahim (AS). Prophet Moosa (AS) and Prophet Essa (AS) came after Prophet Ibrahim (AS). Jews used to say that Prophet Ibrahim (AS) was a Jew and Christians used to say that he was a Christian.

2. According to Surahtul Ana�am (Ayat 163) Prophet Ibrahim (AS) said that he was the first in Muslims. However, who obeys the commandments of Allah SWT is called Muslim. Therefore the true followers of any Prophets were Muslims. Because, all Prophets preached only Islam.
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Life insurance policy

I was born into a non-Muslim family, and just before I was 1 year old which matured just before my 21st birthday...
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

If this is a regular insurance then the amount of money which exceeds the amount that your grandfather put in is haram. However, if this is an investment and the profits are shared amongst the investors, then the money will be halal on condition that it was invested in businesses that are permissible according to the Shariah.

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Can a wife forgive part of her Mahr ?

I wanted to know that if there is a fixed sum on our contract for the Mahr, would it be possible to say to my husband that he only has to give me part of it and give up the rest for the sake of Allaah? or, does the Mahr have to be given in full before I can give my husband any money back ?
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Mahr is a right of a woman when she marries. Allah Ta'ala says in Surah Nisa:

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How to bring Islam to my life?

I'm 20 years old. I've been really trying to rearrange my life according to Islam, but its been really hard my parents don't pray and I don't really know of anyone else around here that I could turn to for advice or anything like that....I wanted to know what could I do to make myself more comfortable around my parents and just do what I really want to do which is to inshaallah start wearing a hijjab and just completely turn my life around...also is there a dua I can say for financial freedom right now I'm not doing really good...and I'm just doing my best to keep up with everything.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Honorable Sister in Islam,

All praise be to Allah! You are indeed very fortunate, at an age when the youth are being misled into the false glamour and fantasies of this world, your heart is yearning for peace and contentment, which can only be found in following the Quran and Sunnah of our Prophet Sallallahu alaihiwasallam.

Your conviction to stay on the right track is already the first step to improving your life, and as with any new venture, you will experience hurdles and barriers on the way.

This is how Allah SWT made life in this world for a believer, but rest assured, with every hurdle you pass, your Eeman and faith will be stronger, insha-Allah.

Our first advise is to increase your knowledge of Deen. Start from the very basic knowledge, rules of cleanliness, wudu, salaah, hijaab etc. Women who wear hijaab with the full understanding of why they are wearing it, will always stay true to it compared to women who have not understood its reasons and importance. Knowledge is a weapon we cannot be without. This website offers excellent material on all of the above topics, and you can always ask questions when you are not sure of something.

Secondly, be practical on whatever you have learnt. Practicing on whatever you know,will be the perfect invitation to your family members,who will watch you closely. Even if they dont care much for what you are doing, actions speak louder than words, it will change their mind-set one day soon, insha-Allah.

Third advise is to always be obedient to your parents. There is no compromise on this issue, so much so that if a person's parents are non-Muslim, he/she still has to fulfill their rights. Never argue with them on their lack of practice on deen, or point out how much you practice on your deen, this will only alienate them from you. You need to win them over with kind words and good character. Take extra care to help mom out in her chores, do things before she can ask you to do it. They will realize that the goodness in your character is actually the beauty of Islam in you.

And last but not least, make Dua to Allah SWT. He is our creator, He gives us blessings and He gives us tests, only He has the power to make our lives better. Ask Him for every need that you have, and make this your habit in times of happiness or sorrow, after all, He is all-hearing, all-seeing.

May Allah grant you steadfastness in deen and happiness in life, Aamin.

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Fasting and menstruation

For the past few months my period lasts 10 days. During Ramadhan after the 10 days I did ghusl but there is more reddish discharge afterwards. Is that part of my period? can I fast or pray? please advise.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Respected Sister in Islam,

According to the Hanafi fiqh, the minimum days of Haiz/menstruation is 3 days and 3 nights , maximum being 10 days and 10 nights. There has to be a clean period of 15 days between 2 periods.

Accordingly, whatever bleeding or spotting occurs after 10 days and 10 nights will not be your menstruation, instead it will be classified as Istihaadha.

A woman may pray salaah, read Quran and fast during istihaadha. At every salaah time, make istinja (wash private parts), then change your underwear/pad and make a fresh wudhu.

You should keep marking your calendar on the days of haiz (maximum 10). Also mark whatever days you bleed extra, so that you know exactly which are haiz and which are istihaadha. Also remember that 15 days have to pass before your next haiz can begin.

If you need further clarification, please feel free to ask.

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Shabbe Baraat/15th Shabaan & Wearing of Gold Anklets/Jewelry

Q1. What is the significance of Shabb-e-Barat in the light of Quran and Sunnah?

Q2. Has Prophet Muhammad Pease Be Upon Him prohibited women to wear gold anklets (plain which does not produce any sound) or any gold jewellery below the knee becuase it brings bad luck to family?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah


1) SHABBE BARAAT/ 15 SHABAAN
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There are many Ahaadith that have been narrated on the virtue of the 15th of Sha�baan. One of them is the narration of Sayyiduna Mu�aadh ibn Jabal (Radhiallaahu Anhu) that Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, �Allah Ta�ala turns to his entire creation on the fifteenth night of Sha�baan and forgives all of them except one who ascribes partners to Him and one who harbours enmity in his heart.� (This Hadith has been recorded by Imaam Tabrani in his Mu�jamul Awsat and Mu�jamul Kabeer and Imaam Bayhaqi in Shu�ubul Imaan)

Imaam ibn Hibbaan (RA) has classified this narration as Sahih (authentic) and has included it in his book � al-Saheeh. Hafiz al-Haythami (RA) has mentioned that all the narrators of this Hadith are reliable. (Majma-uz-zawaaid vol.8)

Besides this narration, there is another one classified as "sound" by Haafiz al-Munzhiri (RA) in his al-Targheeb (vol.3 pg.459). This narration is of Sayyiduna Abu Bakr (Radhiallaahu Anhu) and is recorded by Imaam Bazzaar (RA) in his Musnad and Imaam Bayhaqi in Shu�ubul Imaan. In fact, Hafiz ibn Hajar (RA) has also classified one of its possible chains as Hasan (sound). (al-Amaalil mutlaqah)

Besides the above, there are many other Sahaaba (Radhiallaahu Anhum) that have narrated Ahaadith regarding the merit of this night, such as: Abu Hurayra (Musnad al-Bazzaar), Abu Tha�labah (Shu�ubul Imaan), Awf ibn Maalik (Musnad al-Bazzaar), Abdullah ibn Amr ibn al-Aas (Musnad Ahmad ), Abu Moosa al-Ash�ari (ibn maajah, Shu�ubul Imaan), Sayyidatuna Aaisha (Radhiallaahu Anha) (Shu�ubul Imaan) and others. The collective strength of these narrations cannot be refuted.

The general virtue of this night has been accepted by many great Ulama of the past. From among them are Khalifah Umar ibn Abdul-Aziz, Imaam al-Shaafi�ee, Imaam al-Awzaa�ie, Attaa ibn Yasaar, Imaam al-Majd ibn Taymiyah, ibn Rajab al-Hambaliy and Hafiz Zaynu-ddeen al-Iraaqiy (Rahmatullaahi alayhim) � refer to Lataaiful Ma�aarif of Hafiz ibn Rajab and Faydhul Qadeer.

In fact, Hafiz Ahmad ibn Taymiyah has said, �As for the middle night of Sha�baan, there are various narrations that have been narrated regarding its significance and it has been reported from a group of the Salaf (predecessors) that they performed Salaat in it individually, hence, such a deed cannot be disputed.� (Majmoo� al-Fataawa ibn Taymiyah vol.23 pg.132)

2) WEARING OF GOLD ANKLETS/JEWELRY

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 in front of non-mahrams. A woman may wear it in her home or in a gathering of women.

Our belief is in Taqdeer, wearing jewelry below the knee cannot bring harm or avert harm. If Allah has decreed for something to happen it will, otherwise not.

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Calling daughter by one part of her name

Alhamdulillah We named our daughter as Umme Haani. Do we need to always call her Umme Haani our can we call her as Haani or Haniya at home as it might be tedious for one to always call her by full name.
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Baarakillah-May Allah SWT make your children the coolness of your eyes, Aamin.

Since you chose the name "Umme Haani" we will advise you to always call her by her full name.

It is very common in the society, that children with 2 names are only known by one part of their name. However, society only follows what parents re-inforce.

If the child is called by one name only, it defeats the purpose of keeping 2 names in the first place!
However, there is no sin in calling the child by one name only.

We hope that this answers your question.

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Alcohol in perfume

The BRUT perfume spray cologne has ALCOHOL DENAT as one of the ingredient. Is this perfume ok to use with this ingredient?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

It is not permissible to use perfumes/deodorants that contain alcohol from grapes or date extracts. Such perfumes are impure and Salaat with it, will be invalid.

However, if the alcohol is synthetic, it is pure and permissible to use. Salaat without washing off such perfumes will be valid.
Sometimes, it becomes difficult to differentiate between genuine and synthetic alcohol. Thus, to be on the safe side, one should prefer using deodorants and perfumes that are labelled as �alcohol-free�.

Alcohol denat. means that it contains an added "denaturant" that makes it undrinkable/non-intoxicating.
The use of perfume with denatured alcohol is permissable.

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Aaqeeqah, can it be done in another country ?

Assalamualikum wrwb,

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

* Is it OK to perfrom Aaqeeqah in india while the child is in USA?
* As my child was born on Aug 23rd @ 10:55 AM PST (USA time), her 7th day will start on Aug 29th at 10:55 AM and will end on Aug 30th at 10:55 AM.
* As INDIA is 12 hrs Ahead so can we perform her Aaqeeqah on August 30th in india where as in US it will be Aug 29th.

Wassalamualikum
Jazakumullahu kharain
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

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

Aqeeqah is a sunnah of the Prophet Sallallahu alaihiwasallam for those who can afford it. Rasul Sallallahualaihiwasallam has said "Every child is ransomed by his Aqeeqah which is done for him on the seventh day." (Tirmidhi).

If it cannot be done on the 7th day, then it should be done on the 14th or 21st day. The Aqeeqah for a boy is slaughtering two sheep/goats and in the case of a girl, one sheep/goat should be slaughtered.

1. Although it is preferable for the father to slaughter the animal himself, your in-laws can do the Aqeeqah in India. The baby does not have to be present.
2. Yes, the Aqeeqah can be performed on the 30th in India.


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Chatting on internet with non-Mahram and Repentance

I am form India. I met a muslim who is working in USA, we chatted thru internet and I prayed Istekhara. After praying I was more inclined towards him, we carried on chatting for few months and then he tried to avoid or stay away, one day he said sorry and told lets leave on Allah and be just friends, which was really hurting and I told him I can't be a friend and carry the relation, we discontinued. I prayed Istekhara the same day and many times Alhumdulillah had good dreams and feelings. Now after 3+ months, I have the same strong feelings towards him. I am really very much confused and don't know what to do, if the seperation was from Istekhara, then why I still have feelings and strong view for him, if the istekhara is good then why he cut-off? If you can help in understanding I will be really greatfull and may Allah Bless you as well.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

The following steps should be taken.

1. Repent to Allah SWT. Chatting to a non mahram is beyond the limits that Allah has set for us. Allah SWT says in Surah Al-Israa (17) " And do not go near adultery." This means that along with the actual act of zina all actions that will lead one to zina are also not permissible. Therefore chatting via the internet or the telephone, dating, etc and any actions that lead one to zina are forbidden.

Additionally, in Islam there is no such thing as 'friends' with strange man.

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

Remember that Allah SWT is the Most Merciful and the Most Forgiving.
2. Talk to your parents. It maybe that they are not aware of your need to marry.
3. Make Dua to Allah and be patient. If this man is in your taqdeer, no one can stop this and on the other hand if Allah SWT does not want this for you, there is nothing that you can do to marry him. Keep in mind that Allah SWT is the best of planners. Trust in Allah.
4. Involve yourself in good actions so that your mind will be occupied. Attending religious lectures, serving your parents, helping the needy etc. are some suggestions.

May Allah Ta'ala grant you a husband that will be the coolness of your eyes. Ameen!

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How to resolve depression?

I am very sad and depressed. I don't have a social circle and therefore no friends. I lead a very solitary life. A few years ago, I was introduced to a man and spoke to him on the telephone. Nothing happened and I never heard from him again, and i was very upset about that. I could not get over it and I prayed and prayed to Allah (SWT) that we could either meet, or that He would expunge this man from my mind. Recently, I learned that this man is now engaged. I am so depressed and feel worthless... I am praying to Allah (SWT) to alleviate my suffering, but I am confused as to why I am so affected by this. Will Allah (SWT) answer my prayers and allow me to put this behind me, and surround me with people who love me? ...What steps should I take? should I do Istakhaara to learn if Allah (SWT) will comfort me soon?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Zikr (remembrance) of Allah is the solution to depression and sadness. Allah Ta'ala says in surah Ar-Rad verse 28, "Verily in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find contentment" In addition to this, please refer to the steps on resolving depression on the question/answers page on the website.

Salatul Istikhara is performed only when a decision has to be made. It is better for you to perform Salatul Hajah, the salaah performed in times of need. It is also meritorious to perform the Tahajjud prayer. It is the best time to talk to Allah and to seek help from Him. Rest assured, your duas will be accepted. Many a times we are hasty and want things that are not good for this life or the life after. This man was not written for you. Ask Allah to give you someone better. Surely, there are many men better than the one that you hoped for? We should have complete trust in the decree of Allah Ta'ala.

It is important that we do not doubt whether Allah will help us or not because this is part of kufr (disbelief). Allah says in the Quraan: " O my servants who have transgressed against their souls, do not despair of Allah's mercy. (Surah Az- Zumar verse 53)

In conclusion, we should always remember that Allah Ta'ala says " The life of this world is nothing but play and amusement. The abode of the hereafter is far better for those who are righteous' (Suran An'aam verse 32).
Our dreams, hopes and aspirations are the pleasure of our Lord and a blissful abode in the Aakhira.


Editor's note: Please refer to the steps on resolving depression http://www.islameasy.org/ask_alimah_answers.php#7

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Dua to have children

Can you please suggest some dua for getting pregnant (and become a mother)?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

One of the greatest gifts that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed upon His servants is the gift of children. May Allah Ta'ala grant pious children to all the Muslimeen.

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

One of the duas that you can recite is the dua of Zakaria (A.S)Rabbi habli min ladunka thurriyyatan tayyibah. Innaka samiu addua. (" Oh my Rab! Grant me a righteous child as Your special favor ; surely you hear all prayers." Surah Ale Imraan, verse 38)

It is important that we place our trust in Allah, and display patience and contentment in the decree of Allah. Allah Ta'ala is our Lord, He has power over all things and to Him is our return.

And Allah knows best.

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Interest and gifts from friends

1) Why taking interest from bank is haram, because to my knowledge we are not forcing them to give? It is as if we take some money and give back with little extra with our satisfaction though one doesn't ask. Is this haram?

2) In case we don't know whether our relatives are taking interest from bank, and if one from relatives or friends gives any gift like clothes, food items or else, is it halal on us to wear it or eat it?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

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

"Oh you who believe! Be God-fearing and give up what remains (due to you) from usury, if you are believers. And if you do not do so, then be warned of war (against you) from Allah and his messenger.� - [Soorah Baqarah:278-279]

The first thing to note from the above verses is the severe words used on taking usury/ interest. Allah SWT has not declared war against any other sin (as mentioned in the Qur'an), but he has declared war against the one who consumes interest. Now, whether this interest is given or taken willingly or not, does not make a difference to the ruling.

Allah SWT has made certain things unlawful, based on their essence.

Example: pork. If a person says that in the olden days, pigs grew up in filthy environments and ate filth and feces, today we have high standard piggeries, there is no reason for pork to be unlawful today! Whether the pork was consumed in those days or today�s time, the essence of pork will be the same and can never change. Allah SWT has made pork haram based on its essence.

The same applies to usury/ interest.

Further Allah SWT says, �� and if you repent, then the principal amount is yours (without interest) - [Soorah Baqarah:279]

This ayah prohibits receiving anything more than the principal amount of loan.

In the light of all the injunctions of the Quran, all forms of interest are forbidden, whether both parties are agreeable or not, big or small interest amounts, whether the debtor is rich or poor, whether the loan is for personal needs or commercial purposes.

The point that you have mentioned about repaying a loan with a little extra in return, through one�s own initiative and satisfaction, without any condition being made about it, does not fall under interest. This is called �Husnul Qadaa� (a good way of repaying a loan). The difference between this and interest is that in interest, a fixed amount is stipulated, above the loan amount, for the time of repayment.

If no amount was fixed and the person gives a little extra back, out of his own wish, this is commendable and was practiced by the Prophet Sallallahu`alaihi wasallam himself.

�The best amongst you is the one who repays his loan with good grace� (Meaning of a narration from Bukhari)

If you receive gifts from fellow Muslims or relatives and you do not know their source of income, you may accept it. However, if you are certain that they have unlawful income, then you should not accept it.

We hope that this answers your questions.

May Allah SWT guide us to the truth, Aamin!

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Etiquettes for caring an infant and observing hijab while breastfeeding

As-salaamu `alaikum wa rahmatullaahi wa barrakaatuhu yaaa habiibtii!

insha'Allaah these questions find you in good health and imaan and may Allaah ta`ala reward you for having such a Q&A for sisters AAMIIN!

1) As mine and my husband's family are non-muslim, can we consider ANY of them to be Mahram? Must we be fully covered in front of all of them at all times? I have been doing so for the past 11 months or so, but now I am wondering if it is permissible for my sister- who will be starting puberty soon, insha'Allaah, or my mother or my husband's female family to see me breastfeed?

2) I was also wondering if it permissible for a child to sleep in the same bed as the parents if they dislike sleeping alone, as I have read a hadith which tells you to keep your children close at night, as the shayateen snatch at things in the night..? and if so, up to what age would this be? My child is only 6 months old and sleeps with me often and sometimes me and my husband... so what age would this be permissible until? And if it is also permissible for the child to see awrah and until what age?

3) I was also wondering if a child should be EXCLUSIVELY breastfed for the first 2 years? or if it is permissible to introduce certain foods into the diet, except other animals milk (as I have read that animal milk isn't allowed, but please correct me if this is wrong, insha'Allaah)? If so, what age could this be done at?

jazakumallaahu khayran for reading ukhti and insha 'Allaah I look forward to your reply!
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Masha- Allah, your dedication in observing Hijab, and good character towards your family and in-laws, will invite them to Islam, Insha-Allah.

1. It will not be correct for you to breastfeed openly in front of anyone, as this is against Hayaa (modesty).
We would advise you to take a long shawl or sheet and cover your chest area when it's time to feed your baby.

In the case of necessity, Hijab from your Muslim or non-Muslim sister will be from your navel to your knees.
(Mukhtasar al kodoori pg 742). This means that in the case of necessity, it would be permissible for your sister/mother to see your remaining body. Cases of necessity would be like if you are ill and need help in the bathroom or dressing, even so it will not be advisable for your mother or sister to look un-necessarily at you.

It is reported from Zaid ibn Talha (R.A), he said that the Prophet (Sallallahu`alaihi wasallam) said, �Every religion has a distinctive quality, and the distinctive quality of Islam is Modesty.� (Muwatta, Ibne-Maajah)

Abu Huraira (R.A) has said that the Messenger of Allah (Sallallahu`alaihi wasallam) said, �Modesty is part of faith and faith is in paradise���..� (Ahmad,Tirmizi)

2. It will be permissible for your 6 month old to sleep with you, up to an age that he/she can sleep through the night without being afraid or in need of being fed.
Once again, for your child to see your Awrah is not correct, as this will instill in him/her that this is o.k.
As the saying goes that the mother�s lap is the first classroom/school for her child.
In light of the Ahaadith quoted above, we would advise you not to open your Awrah in front of the baby.

3. A baby�s digestive system is suited to milk only, in its first three to four months. However from four months onwards we generally start to introduce solid foods slowly, like cereals and mashed fruit or vegetables etc. with the advice of his/her doctor.

You may ask your doctor about goat/cow milk and when it could be introduced. Islamically there is nothing wrong in this.

We hope that this answers your questions. May Allah SWT make your child and all the children of this Ummah, the coolness of our eyes, Aamin.

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The recompense for Gheebah

Sometimes you heard something from people about some one else which was bad and you did Gheebah even though you don't know that person. What is the ruling about it? How you can ask them for forgiveness even you don't have their contact numbers. Please guide me as simple as possible.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Respected Sister,

Gheebah is such a sin that falls within Huqooqul Ibaad, when the rights of a fellow being are usurped. Hence it will be necessary to ask his/her forgiveness before one can be forgiven by Allah SWT.

If that person has passed away or his whereabouts are not known, then we have been taught in a Hadith reported by Anas (Radhiallaahu Anhu) that Nabi (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, 'The recompense of Gheebah is to supplicate to Allah S.W.Ta'ala for one's own forgiveness and for that of the person whose Gheebah was made.' The Du'aa taught to us is, 'Allaahumma ighfir lanaa.'

One should make sincere tawbah/repentance to Allah SWT for this sin. 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)

One should also have hope in the mercy and forgiveness of Allah SWT.
We hope that this answers your question.

May Allah SWT guide us to the truth, Aamin.

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Is wearing the niqaab (covering the face) necessary?

My question is concerning the wearing of niqaab/ bur'qaa. I have heard from some sisters that it is obligatory to wear either niqaab or bur'qaa and some who say it is not obligatory at all, only a matter of personal choice. In all of my searching, I have found many Ahadith and surahs from the Qur'an that speak about covering the head, chest and body but none that mention the face. I have also had the impression that the hands and face were the only parts of the body which a Muslimah was allowed to show in public. Am I incorrect? Is wearing the niqaab/ bur'qaa obligatory? Can you please advise me?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Respected Sister in Islam,

You have asked a question which is a very important part of our lives as Muslim women. We will try to answer it as simply and briefly as possible, Insha-Allah.

Allah SWT says in Surah Ahzaab, verse 59 "Oh Prophet! tell your wives and daughters and the believing women, that they should cast their outer garments (Jalaabeeb) over them, that is likelier that they be known and not harmed/annoyed......"

In order to understand a word in any language, we have to ask the experts of that language. The root word of "jalaabeeb" is "jalbab", which is used for things which cover completely.

Example: the darkness of night. When the darkness of night comes, there is no corner left which is bright, everything becomes covered in darkness. In the same way, jalbab is the garment that covers a woman from head to toe, with nothing left open. (Lisanul Arab,V 1 - Al muhalla V 3).


We will now quote the sahaaba (R.A) who have explained the jalbab to us so clearly, that theres no room for confusion anymore. Ibne Abaas (R.A.) says under the explanation of the above verse "Allah 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 recognised her because he had seen her before the verses of hijaab were revealed. But since the verses had been revealed, she now covered her face.

Alhamdolilaah, all praise is due to Allah, who has made Islam so perfect and just, that there is no difference between how we practice on it and how the wives of a prophet practiced on it. There is no different rulings for different people. Every Muslim/ Muslimah is the same, the only difference is in taq'wa.

There are so many Aayaat and Ahaadith on this subject, that books have been written in great detail on it. We would like to end by saying that if covering the face was not necessary, just an option for women to choose from, then the other aayaat of hijaab wouldn't make sense. For example:

1. If women were free to uncover the face, why does allah 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.

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?
If a woman can uncover her face then why not just ask her face to face? (Surah Ahzaab)

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 its absurd. Similiarly, 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, Aamin!

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Working from home, pocket-money and seeking permission from husband

Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuhu

1) Before starting a new type of work/business at home, should I take permission from my husband?

2) If suppose a lady has a talent but doesn't want to do or waste time on such things, or a lady who has no talent to earn, is there in Shariah for a husband to give pocket money for the wife, to spend on her wish?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Dear Sister in Islam,

1) Asking for permission from your husband, when taking on any job/work at home, is more of a mashwara (consultation). Imagine if your husband decides to do some work/job without telling you anything, you will feel hurt and left out. I think he would feel the same. If you have any ideas, sit down and discuss it with him, like partners and you will Insha-Allah see Baraka in your rizq (sustenance).

A woman is required to take permission of her husband in all of her affairs.
Generally, a woman is independent in her nature and habits, she can do a lot on her own, so Allah S.W.T through his infinite mercy has ensured that communication and consultation prevail in marriage. If Allah S.W.T did not make this rule for us, there would not be any stable marriage today.

2) A man is required to see to the food, clothing and shelter of his wife. As a Muslim, he should not be too miserly, nor too extravagant. The scholars always advise the husband to give some pocket money to his wife to spend as she wishes. If a man sees to all of his wife�s needs, then he is not required to give her extra pocket money, however, if he does so, he will be greatly rewarded.

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When a husband does not trust his wife

1. Should a woman stay with her husband if he does not trust her?
2. What should the woman do if there are no relatives from her side and the people are his husbands relatives?
3. Should she go in to the ibadah of ِِِAllah, or she should continue living in the same family ?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Dear Sister in Islam,

1. Marriage is a great sunnah whilst divorce is disliked by Allah. Rasul sallallahu alaihi wa sallam has said that if a woman asks for a divorce for no reason, then the smell of paradise is forbidden for her [Tirmidhi]. It is the responsibility of both husband and wife to give 100% effort to make their marriage successful and their home peaceful and Islamic. Divorce is permissible only as a last resort.

Ask yourself the reason of your husband's mistrust. Is this his personality? If so, resort to patience, Salaah and Du'a. May Allah remove his doubts because suspicion is a major sin. In most cases, this is because of his lack of confidence, therefore always reassure him of your love for him. If your husband does not trust you because of a previous error, then seek to regain his love and confidence by displaying your love for him, regret (on the mistake), and commitment to the marriage. Be ever cautious of not repeating the same error that had caused the problem.

In any case, do not speak to non-mahrams even if they are your relatives and do not leave the home without his permission. Do not visit places he dislikes etc. Insha Allah, with patience, Du'a and effort your husband will come to trust you.

2. If you have no relatives to advocate for you, then do seek the assistance of an Alim (scholar) in your town. Consulting an Alim will benefit both you and your husband Insha Allah.

3. Serving your husband is an ibadah. Abu Hurairah narrated that the Rasul sallahu alaihi wasallam said, "If a women prays her five daily prayers, fasts the month of Ramadhaan, guards her chastity and obeys her husband, it will be said to her, "Enter paradise from whichever of the gates of Paradise you wish"

May Allah Ta'ala help and guide us in our decisions and actions. Ameen!

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Salatul Hajaat, Salatul Istikhara for marriage

I want to marry with someone. What should I pray or Du'a to fullfill my wish, please tell me about any wazifah? How to perform Salat Hajjat and tell me about those Du'a thorugh which I will fullfill my wish?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Dear Sister in Islam,

Salatul Hajaat is a regular 2 rakaah prayer followed by a Du'a that has been prescribed by Rasul salllahu Alahi wa sallam.

One can also pray Salatul Istikhara when seeking guidance from Allah. This is also a 2 rakah prayer followed by a Du'a. The Dua's can be found in Du'a books. A good Du'a book that has been translated in various languages is Al-Hisnul Haseen. The most preferred time for this prayer is the last portion of the night before the fajr prayer. But you can pray it at other times too.

It is an ibadah to seek help from Allah. We should not become despondent if our Dua's have not been answered. It may be that Allah Ta'ala has bestowed on us another bounty, or granted us relief from a difficulty, or a reward is given to us in the Akhirah in place of it. Alhamdulillah, Allah Ta'ala always grants us what is best for us and we should not be hasty or ungrateful.

In addition, it is important to research and read books and articles on marriage so that we look for the qualities in a man that are pleasing to Allah Ta'ala. There are articles on this website too. Do read them and arm yourself with the knowledge of Deen.

May Allah Ta'ala grant you a spouse that will be the coolnes of your eyes. Ameen!

Editor's note:Du'a for Istikhara: http://www.islameasy.org/images/Treasures-Large/46.htm

Salatul Hajaat, Du'a and the method given on page 54-55 of the following booklet: http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/BeautifulSunnats.pdf

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How to convince a husband that niqaab and hijab are good for his wife?

I wear el hijab and I would like to wear el niqaab. My problem is, that my husband doesn't want me to do so. I talked with him a lot about it, but there is no way I can persuade him. I know the reasons why he is against it but talking to him about the benefits of the niqaab has really no use. My question is now, what could I do? I am really desperate. And secondly: before we got married to each other, he said to me, that he wants to live a life following the Quran and Sunnah, doesn't this mean, that he actually he himself would like me to put on the niqaab? I always thought that people who follow the Quran and Sunnah think like this, isn't this correct?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Dear Sister in Islam,

Masha-Allah your zeal and dedication to deeni matters is praiseworthy, especially in today's time when we face difficulty in upholding it.

As you have mentioned that before marriage, your husband wanted that you both should live your lives in accordance to the Quraan and Sunnah. You need to think back, when did he move away from this mind set. Was it suddenly or gradually? If it
happened suddenly then you should think about what could have brought on the sudden change? if it happened gradually, and you feel that he is moving away from deen (not just the niqaab issue) then you need to examine the issues affecting his thoughts. Is it friends, outside environment etc.

Whatever the reasons may be, you will have to remember that every person goes through some changes of mind and heart at some point in their lives. This is part of being human. Allah subhanahoo wa ta'ala has chosen you to be his wife because you will be his strength in upholding deen.

Our first advise will be, to uphold Salaah and try to bring more deeni activities into your home. Allah subhanahoo wa ta'ala has taught us in the Holy Quraan, "Ask for my help through patience and Salaah" - Masha-allah you are already observing patience on this challenge. After making wudoo, read 2 rakaah of Salaat-ul-Haajat (prayer of need) daily and open your heart to Allah, ask Him to bring change in both of your lives.

Secondly, before he comes home, clear your mind of any of his shortcomings, instead think about all his good habits. You can never win him over by reminding him of what he wanted before marriage etc., he will become agitated. I know of a sister who
wears niqaab though her husband totally disagrees on it. However - she never argues the case with him, instead if he brings the topic up, she only politely listens. After 2 or 3 such one sided discussions, he gave up talking about it. However, she says that aside from the niqaab she has given him no reason to be annoyed with her, so he has no option, he loves her dearly!

Last but not least, bring the Quraan and Sunnah into your life in all aspects, soon your husband will see your devotion to deen and he will want to do the same. It may take time but remember, the fruits of patience are indeed sweet!

May Allah accept your duas and grant you strength in facing these challenges, Aameen!

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Women's right to earn and spend on parents

If women are not recommended to earn and also she has to take the permission of a husband in spending his money then where is the freedom for her to have as her money and do as she wishes in the sense i may like to buy more for my parents. I may help often in need though there is support for them . I want to ask should I not satisfy my wish?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Respected Sister,

Masha-Allah it is commendable to note that you have the wish to serve your parents and see to their needs. As a daughter, you can be a great support to them emotionally and just spending time with them is a means of earning reward.

We should keep in mind that Allah subhaanahoo wa ta'ala, through his infinite mercy, has not placed any financial responsibilities on a female, whether a mother, daughter or wife. Financial responsibilities are on the males, as a husband, father or son.

However Islam has not stopped a female from having an income. If you have a talent in, example: cooking and baking, dressmaking, or looking after children, you could earn an income in the relaxed atmosphere of your home. In the United States many Muslim women are working from home and they earn a substantial income, which is all their own. Even after having a good income, Islam does not ask them to spend on anyone.

The example of Ummul momineen Khadeeja (R.A) comes to mind. She inherited the business of her father and having no males to look after it, she did so herself. She had people working for her and, in fact, this is how she heard about the Messenger of Allah , Sallal laawho alaihi wa sallam, and struck by his honesty and integrity, she sent a proposal to him!

Lastly, I would like to mention that you could talk about your concerns to your husband and communicate with him. Tell him about your concern for your parents and take his suggestions as well. Maybe his kind words and support will remove your stress and make you feel better.

May Allah guide us to the good, Aameen!

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Islamic name for a new-born baby

We are expecting a boy in two weeks and have not decided on the name. We thought to name Samad Azeem but someone told us not to pick Allah's name unless you append Abdul in-front. And they told us to contact you for a good name as it depends a lot on person's name. So we are requesting you to please provide us some boy and girl names that are short and easy and, on the other hand, meaningful and are close to our names. We will really appreciate for your time and consideration...
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

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

Rasulullah sallallhu alaihi wa sallam also said "Allah the exalted likes best the names Abdullah and Abdur Rahman". (Muslim)

It is also desirable to keep the names of Prophets (AS), companions of the prophet S.A.W or pious scholars.

Since Samad means independent (only Allah is independent) and is a name of Allah, it is only permissible to keep it if we attach Abd (Abdul) before it.

There are many resources that you may use to select a good and beautiful name for your child. One resource for Islamic names is http://www.islameasy.org/islamic-names.php

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Deciding for marriage and praying Salatul Istikhaarah

There is one brother that I'm interested, I can't seem to get him off my mind, so I prayed Salatul Istikhaarah and made Dua. After a couple days, the brother asked for my hand in marriage and this brother is not aware that I like him. Does this mean this is a sign from Allah Subanahu wa Ta'ala InshaAllah ta'ala? He already as well asked my wali and my wali said yes and all. I hope this message reaches you in the highiest Iman and in good health inshaAllah ta'ala. May Allah subanahu wa ta'ala reward for this Allahumma Aameeen...
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Sister, the only advice that I can give you is to take note of his commitment to Islam. If he is one who attemps to fulfill the faraaidh (compulsory actions like Salaah, Zakaah etc) and the Sunnah of Rasul sallalahu alaihi wasallam (good conduct etc.), then perform Salatul Istikhaarah, seek the advices of your wali and put your trust in Allah.

There are many resources to guide you. One resource is at the web site http://www.islameasy.org/marriage-in-islam.php
The kitab "Nikah (marriage) in Islam" written by Maulana Asharaf Ali Thanwi (RA) is also beneficial.

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How to advise a husband who has started drinking?

I am married for 10 years and I have two beautiful kids. But I am having an issue with my marriage life. My husband likes to drink and I hate it. Could you please advice me what should I do?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

May Allah the Almighty bless and reward you for your patience. The Prophet sallallahu alaihi wa sallam once said �How wonderful is the case of a believer. When he receives a bounty he thanks Allah and this is good for him and when a calamity befalls him, he is patient and that is better for him.�

Sister, my advice to you is to seek help and counsel from a pious scholar in your town or a wise member from your family. It will be beneficial for you to note the following before consulting with someone. When is he most likely to drink? Is it with a certain group of friends? Is it a daily habit? Is it his lack of religious knowledge? Does he hide and drink? Does he do it openly? Does he drink in front of you and the kids? Does he become abusive? Is he particular about his daily Salaah? These are just some pertinent questions that you can ponder upon.

Your husband should be advised and encouraged to abandon this action for it is displeasing to Allah. Rasul Sallalahu alaihi wa sallam has said that drinking wine is the root of all evils. There are many other Ahadith on the punishments of drinking and studying them with him is beneficial, Insha Allah. If he regrets his actions and seeks counseling to leave this habit then you are advised to help him and encourage him.

Additionally, we should not underestimate the power of dua. Allah Ta'ala says in the Quraan in Surah Ghafir "And your Lord said: ' Invoke Me, I will respond to you". Rasul Sallallahu alaihi wa sallam has said that Dua is the essence of worship. An extremely valuable time is the time of the night prayer (Tahajjud). Rasul Sallallahu alahi wasallam has said, "Every night there is a special space of time, during which whatever a Muslim asks Allah of, for any good pertaining to this life or the hereafter, it will be granted to him; and this time comes every night." (Muslim)

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

There are many duas in the Quraan and Hadith that you can recite. In surah Alfurqaan verse 73 there is a beautiful dua:

"Rabbana Hablana min azwaaajina wa thurriyyaatina qurrata a'ayun. waj alna lil muttaqeena imaamah." 'Our Lord! Bestow on us from our spouses and our children the comfort of our eyes and make us the leaders of Taqwa (piety)�

One of the duas from the Hadith that you can recite is "Allahumma musarriful Qulub Sarrif qulubana 'ala Ta'atik (OAllah! Controller of the hearts, direct our hearts to your obedience.)

You can also recite Yaa Hayyu Yaa Qayyum birahmatika nastageeth. There are numerous other duas that you can recite.

Sister, May Allah Almighty guide your husband to the straight path and may He grant you the ability to help your husband in the best manner. May Allah reward you for your patience.

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How to resolve depression and stress?

My sister and I suffer from a lot of acne, weight gain and stress...a lot comes from our husbands...is there a Dua or ways of Sunnah that we can change to benefit our health? We have become very lazy and depressed.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu 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 to alleviate your depression and laziness, 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. Occupying oneself with acquiring beneficial knowledge for the sake of Allah Ta'la.
This will distract one from dwelling on the causes of anxiety.


4. 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).�


5. Looking for the positive aspects of the events in which one tends to see only the things that he/she dislikes.

Abu Hurayrah (may Allah be pleased with him) said: �The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: �No believing man should hate a believing
woman. If he dislikes one aspect of her character, he will be pleased with another.�� (or vice versa )

6. Counting one's blessings:

One of the most beneficial things in this regard is to follow the advice of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) given in the saheeh hadeeth reported by Abu Hurayrah (may Allah be pleased with him):

�The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: �Look at those who are below you, not at those who are above you, so that you will not think little of the blessings that Allah has bestowed upon you.�


7. Focusing on the hereafter:

The concerns of this world overwhelm and confuse people, but if we make the Hereafter our main concern, Allah will help us to focus as was narrated by Anas (may Allah be pleased with him):

�The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: �Whoever has
the Hereafter as his main concern, Allah will fill his heart with a feeling of richness and independence; he will be focused and feel content, and this world will come to him in spite of it. Whoever has this world as his main concern, Allah will cause him to feel constant fear of poverty; he will be distracted and unfocused, and he will have nothing of this world except what was already predestined for him.��

Sister, Insha Allah these steps will be of help to you. May Allah ta'ala grant you contentment.

And Allah knows best.

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How many days to wait before Performing Salah after child-birth?

My postpartum bleeding continues after 40 days of my delivery. Can I perform Salah in this state ?
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

The following should be observed if bleeding exceeds 40 days:

1. Calculate 40 days from the time of the birth of the baby.
2. If bleeding exceeds this, than perform Ghusl.
3. At every Salaah time, wash your private area, change your pad for a clean one, make Wudu and perform Salaah.
4. If you have delayed in praying after the 40 days than perform Qadhaa of the prayers you have missed (after 40 days).
5. It is also permissible to read Qur�an (following step-3 above) and fast.

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Taking Zakah based on Gold weight or its cash value

I had a zakat query - So far I have been paying zakat by :

1. Weighing the total gold I have
2. Calculating its cash value by multiplying the weight by the market value per gram
3. Taking 2.5% of the total cash value and paying it as zakah

However this year I want to pay by actually selling off my gold. I want to know if the zakah will be :

a) 2.5% of the total gold weight. (so suppose I have 100 gms of gold, I will remove 2.5 grams of it as zakah and then sell it)
OR
b) 2.5% of the total cash value of the gold based on its weight.

The two are different in India, because when you try to sell the gold jewelry, the jeweler pays you less than market value per gram.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

It is sufficient to do method a. Calculate 2.5% of the gold in weight and either give the gold or sell it and give the cash. The answer was checked with a Mufti.

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Observing Hijab from an uncle and speaking about husband's faults

My marriage took place 4 months ago. I have an uncle (mother's brother) who is of my age. Do I have to observe Pardah (Hijaab requirements in front of strange men) from him? Does Islam allow me to talk to my uncle something about my
husband which I am otherwise not supposed to discuss with other people ?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

1. Your uncle i.e. your mother's brother is your mahram and therefore you do not make Pardah (Hijaab requirements in front of strange men) from him. Please read the book "Hijaab" by Dr. Ismail Memon that is available to read, or download (free)
on this website. http://www.islameasy.org/hijab.php

2. It is permissible to speak about your husband's faults to a responsible person, who can help you in the matter, if it is done with the intention of rectification (islah). When it is done with the intention of mentioning his faults, than this will be backbiting (ghibah) and that is a major sin.

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What are the etiquettes for women to visit a masjid ?

What are the etiquettes for women to visit a masjid ?
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Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah


Firstly it is better for women to pray at home because the noble Prophet Sallalahu alaihi wa sallam said that " The best place of worship for women is the remotest places in their houses."

In the event that one attends the Masjid, the following etiquettes should be upheld.


  • The jilbab should be long, flowing, concealing and unattractive. Jewelery that attracts attention e.g. anklets etc, should not be worn.

    A companion (RA) was asked as to how women in the time of the Prophet S.A.W dressed when leaving their home. He stood up and draped his body with a long sheet leaving only one eye exposed.

  • Purity. A women should not attend whilst she is in her menses.

  • A women should not apply perfume when leaving her home.

  • She should lower her voice and gaze.



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Health issues causing because of Niqaab, Should I discontinue....

I really want to follow the sunnah of the prophet salallahu alaihi wasalam but I find my skin all over my body becoming very unhealthy because of not sleeping much and not eating much, what should I do? Does my body have rights over me and I cannot follow the sunnah because I become unhealthy?

Also, I wear the niqaab and my skin is very sensitive so when I wear the niqaab it causes me to break out (acne) a lot, should I give my body its rights and stop wearing niqaab or is this just a test from Allah subhanahu wata'la? keep in mind I think the niqaab is wajib.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

Firstly sister, Masha Allah, it is commendable that you are trying to follow the sunnah, especially so in this time. May Allah accept your effort and keep you steadfast. I am not too sure what sunnahs you are referring to, though, and it will need to be explained.

Allah Ta'la says in the Quraan "Allah intends for you ease, and does not want to make things difficult for you." (2:185)
Rasul sallalahu alaihi wa sallam is reported to have said " The religion (Islam) is easy, and whoever makes the religion a rigour, it will overpower him. So, follow the middle course (in worship). (Muslim)

Rasul sallalahu alaihi wa sallam also said - and I quote only part of the hadith as it is lengthy-
Narrated by Abdullah bin amr Al As who said " the Prophet Sallalahu alaihi wa sallam was informed that I said that I would pray all night and fast everyday as long as I live. He s.a.w said, "Don't do that. Observe fast for few days and then leave off for a few days, offer prayers and also sleep at night, as your body has a right over you, your eyes has a right over you; your wife has a right over you; your visitors has a right over you". We can understand from the above that moderation in worship is a sunnah.

Secondly, fight shaytaan, persevere and keep your niqaab on as this is wajib. Insha Allah, you will be rewarded. This is a test from Allah. A visit to the doctor might be helpful as this could be hormonal.

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What should be women's position during ruku and sujud ?

I have read your guide to prayers for women and I am confused with the position during ruku and sujud. I would like to know where these instructions came from.
Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah

The method of ruku and sujud described in the guide is according to the Hanafi madhab. Infact all four madhahib recommend that the postures of women should be concealing, and that women should therefore, contract their limbs in Salaah.

Imam Abu Dawud has narrated the following hadith in his Marasil : Yazid ibn abi Habib states that Rasul (Sallahu alaihi wa sallam ) passed by two women who were performing their salaah. He said to them, "When you prostrate, then make parts of your body touch the ground because a women is unlike a man in these aspects."

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