An important principle of Islam is that everything belongs to God, and that wealth is therefore held by human beings in trust. The word zakah means both “purification” and “growth.” Our possessions are purified by setting aside a proportion for those in need and for the society in general. Like the pruning of plants, this […]
Author: Dr.Naji-Bin-Waqdan
Sûrat Maryam (Mary) XIV
In the Name of Allâh, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful 1. Kâf-Hâ-Yâ-‘Aîn-Sâd. [These letters are one of the miracles of the Qur’ân, and none but Allâh (Alone) knows their meanings]. 2. (This is) a mention of the mercy of your Lord to His slave Zakariyyâ (Zachariah). 3. When he called out his Lord (Allâh) a call in […]
The Prophet’s (saas) compassion towards the faithful
The Prophet’s (saas) compassion towards the faithful The Prophet (saas) was a compassionate man, full of love and understanding. He took an interest in the physical and spiritual problems of his friends, relatives and all those around him, and took all appropriate measures to ensure their health, security and happiness. He took them under […]
The Prophet (saas) was under the protection of Allah
The Prophet (saas) was under the protection of Allah Allah is the Helper and Protector of the Prophet (saas) and all the believers. Allah always helped the Prophet (saas), eased his difficulties, opened the way for him, strengthened him both physically and spiritually, and supported him with other devout believers. As for his enemies, […]
Innovations pertaining to visiting the grave of the Messenger of Allaah (sal-Allaahu `alayhe wa sallam)
Innovations pertaining to visiting the grave of the Messenger of Allaah (sal-Allaahu `alayhe wa sallam) Question: Are there any innovations which some people fall into (when) at the grave of the Messenger (sal-Allaahu `alayhe wa sallam)? Response: From the innovations that take place at the grave of the Messenger (sal-Allaahu `alayhe wa sallam) is much […]
Regarding the behaviour of some pilgrims having returned to their homes after the Hajj
Regarding the behaviour of some pilgrims having returned to their homes after the Hajj Question: Some of the pilgrims, when they return from the Holy Land to their countries, they remain in their houses for a week without going out, not even for any necessities nor (going out to the masjid) to pray, and the people […]
The ruling regarding two or more khutbahs in ‘Arafah
The ruling regarding two or more khutbahs in ‘Arafah Question: We have noticed some pilgrims are unable to pray in Masjid Namirah (on the 9th day ofDhul-Hijjah, the Day of ‘Arafah). They pray where they are, so one of them stands and delivers akhutbah and then leads the prayer, just like in a masjid. So, is it permissible to have […]
The ruling regarding washing the stones for stoning (the Jamaraat)
The ruling regarding washing the stones for stoning (the Jamaraat) Question: What is the ruling regarding washing the stones for stoning (the Jamaraat)? Response: They should not be washed. Rather, if a person washes them with the intention of worshipping Allaah (by this action), then this is an innovation because the Prophet (sal-Allaahu `alayhe wa […]
The ruling regarding touching the mihraab and the minbar of the Prophet’s masjid
The ruling regarding touching the mihraab and the minbar of the Prophet’s masjid Question: What is the ruling regarding touching the mihraab and the minbar of the al-Masjid an-Nabawee? Response: Some of the vistors touch the mihraab and the minbar and the walls of the al-Masjid an-Nabawee and all of this is an innovation. Shaykh Ibn ‘Uthaymeen al-Bid’u […]
Regarding visiting the “Seven Masaajid” and other places in Madeenah
Regarding visiting the “Seven Masaajid” and other places in Madeenah Question: What is the ruling regarding visiting the “Seven Masaajid” or Masjid al-Ghamaamah or some of the other places that some of the pilgrims visit? Response: We (previously) mentioned that only the following five places should be visited: 1) The Prophet’s (sal-Allaahu `alayhe wa sallam) Masjid; 2) His grave and […]