Nasihah (Advice): Stolen Goods – The Punishment of the Fire Sayyiduna Abdullah Bin Amr Radhiyallahu Anhu says: There was a man in charge of the goods of Nabi Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam called Kirkirah. When he died, Rasoolullah Sallallahu Alayhi Wa sallam said, “He is in the Fire.” They went and looked, …
Read More »Is Zakat due on money received a day before my annual Zakat date?
Question I am due to calculate zakaat today. I am in possession of wealth in excess of nisaab for which I have calculated the zakaat payable. However Yesterday I received an amount of R105000-00 as a gift . Will I be required to pay zakaat on this amount as well …
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Nasihah (Advice): Zakaat on Trading Stock Sayyiduna Samurah Bin Jundub Radhiyallahu Anhu reports: “Rasulullah Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam ordered us to pay the Sadaqah (Zakaat) on whatever (stock) we intended for trade.” (Abu Dawood) ________________________________________________ Question and Answer: Aslm. I am confused about something regarding my zakaat. Say for purpose of explanation, …
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Nasihah (Advice): Aspire to be one of two people Sayyiduna Abdullah Bin Masood Radhiyallahu Anhu reports that Rasulullah Sallallahu ‘Alayhi Wasallam said: “There is no jealousy (if it were permitted) except in two: a person whom Allah has given wealth and he spends it in the right way, and a …
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Nasihah (Advice): Help your workers in their work Sayyiduna Sallaam Bin Amr Radhiyallahu Anhu reports from one of the companions of Nabi Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam that he said: “Your slaves are your brothers, so treat them well. Ask for their help in what is too much for you and help them …
Read More »Significance of Performing Qurbani on behalf of the Prophet (Peace be Upon Him)
QUESTION What is the significance of doing Qurbani on behalf of the Prophet (Allah bless him & give him peace)? Apparently, this is a common practice within Muslims. Is it permitted, recommended or Bid’a? ANSWER In the name of Allah, Most Compassionate, Most Merciful, This issue goes back to the …
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Qurbani or Aqeeqah?
Nasihah (Advice): Jealousy destroys the reward of good actions Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) has said: “Indeed, jealousy consumes good deeds like fire consumes wood.” (Abu Dawood, Hadith #: 4257, Narrated by Abu Hurayrah) __________________________________________________ Question and Answer: A person needs to do Aqeeqah for his …
Read More »Cutting Hair/Nails affect Qurbani?
Question: Last year I cut my hair on the 5th day of Dhul Hijja and then I came to know that we should not cut our hair if we intend to do Qurbānī. So was my qurbānī accepted or not? Answer: In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the …
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JAMIATUL ULAMA KZN DAILY Q&A Nasihah (Advice): Virtue of fasting during the first ten days of Zul Hijjah The first ten days of Zul Hijjah are among the most magnificent days in the Islamic calendar. Rasoolullah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) has said, “One fast during these days is equal to the …
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