Hadith

Why Would NABI (SALLALLAHU’ALAYHI WASALLAM) fast extra in Sha’ban?

Question I heard that Nabi (sallallahu’alayhi wasallam) would fast more in Sha’ban than in other months. What is the reason for this?   Answer Sayyidatuna ‘Aaishah (radiyallahu’anha) reports that I never saw Nabi (sallallahu’alayhi wasallam) fasting in any other month as much as he did in Sha’ban.’ (Sahih Bukhari, Hadith: 1969 …

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Fast of 15 Shaban

By Islamic Portal Fast of 15 Shaʿbān in the ḥanafī school Question (1) I understand that fasting in the month of Shaʿbān is sunnah, however, my question is specifically in relation to the fast of 15 Shaʿbān, does it hold any additional significance in the ḥanafī school of thought? I am …

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Rewards For Salah In Masjidul Aqsa

Question What is the reward of performing Salah in Masjidul Aqsa?   Answer Masjidul Aqsa is the third most virtuous masjid on earth. Rasulullah (sallallahu’alayhi wasallam) has encouraged salah therein in several narrations, one of which is cited below:   Sayyiduna Abud Darda (radiyallahu’anhu) reports that Rasulullah (sallallahu’alayhi wasallam) said …

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The Date of Me’raj

Question Is there any conclusive evidence to suggest that the 27th night of Rajab is the night of Mi’raj?   Answer The 27th of Rajab is popular among the masses, and is indeed the view of some Scholars. Therefore it cannot be discredited totally. However, it is important to note …

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Rajab FAQ

1. RAJAB IS THE MONTH TO SOW THE SEEDS, SHA’BAN TO IRRIGATE AND RAMADAN TO REAP THE HARVEST Question Can you mention the reference and Arabic for this? “Rajab is the month to sow the seeds. Sha’ban is the month to irrigate the crop and Ramadan is the month to …

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The reason the Sahabah (radiyallahu ‘anhum) were victorious

Question Where is this narration, and what is its authenticity? Hiraql asked the Roman army who got defeated: How is it that they defeated you, whereas they also human like you, and your number is double theirs, how is this possible? One old person replied: Because they perform Salah at …

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Dates of the blessed birth and demise of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ

What is the date of birth and the date of demise of our beloved Prophet Muḥammad ﷺ? بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم This issue has been addressed in my Arabic article Matā Wulida al-Rasūl Ṣallāllāhu ʿAlayhi wa Sallam wa Matā Tuwuffiya.[1] A summary is outlined below. (1) Blessed birth of the …

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Rabi’ul Awwal And Seerah

Question:  There has been much discussion with regards to celebrating 12th Rabī al-Awwal. You must be well aware of all the academic arguments in that regard. Without delving into academic gymnastics, your brief thoughts on this issue will be well appreciated. Answer: In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, …

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Nikah in the Month of Safar

Question and Answer: Q. I would like to know if it is permissible to marry in the month of safar as i am planning a nikah in the month of Safar, i have been told that it is not permissible to marry in those months, please could u clarify this for …

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