Question I came across this hadith, and would like to know: Is this Hadith authentic? Does it mean that Masjidul Aqsa will be protected from Dajjal i.e. that he cannot enter it? Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said: “I have been warning you about Dajjal who has one abraded eye.” …
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Question RESPONSE TO ‘SEXUAL DIVERSITY IN ISLAM’ Answer In the Name of Allah, Most-Beneficient, Most Merciful As-salāmu ‘alaykum wa-rahmatullāhi wa-barakātuh. Introduction: The purpose of the following research paper is to understand the Quranic narrative of the story of Lut (alayhis salam) in its proper context and to present authentic …
Read More »The status of one who considers homosexuality to be permitted
By: Mufti Muhammad Zubair Butt Source: IlmGate Question: If a person practices homosexuality, and believes that this is acceptable [and not forbidden], does this person still remain a Muslim? The person says that the verses in the Qur’an are all related to lust and fashion rather than sincere love between 2 …
Read More »Combining one’s Quran recitation with conveying its reward to the deceased
Nasihah (Advice): Actions which benefit the deceased Sayyiduna Abu Hurayrah radiyallahu anhu reported that Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said, “When a person passes away, then all his actions cease except for three: a) Sadaqah Jaariyah (perpetuating charity), b) Knowledge which he imparted and is now being benefitted …
Read More »Is There any Benefit in Planting on The Grave?
hadithanswers.com Question Is it true that if we plant flowers/plants near a grave stone, then the punishment will be eased and is this because the plants worship Allah? Answer Sayyiduna ‘Abdullah ibn ‘Abbas (radiyallahu’anhuma) reports that Rasulullah (sallallahu’alayhi wasallam) passed by two graves whose inmates were being punished. Rasulullah …
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Nasihah (Advice): A stern warning against the act of homosexuality Sayyiduna Abdullah ibn Abbas radiyallahu anhuma reports that Rasulullah (Sallallahu alayhi wasallam said: ‘…Allah’s curse be upon those who do the action of the people of Lut (homosexuality).’ [Nabi (sallallahu’alayhi wasallam) repeated this curse thrice]. (Sahih Ibn Hibban, Hadith: …
Read More »Exaggerated Praise of the Prophet of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him)
Question: What’s the meaning of this hadith: “Do not celebrate me and lift me to a high status as the Christians did with Jesus the son of Mary?” Answer: In the name of Allah, Most Compassionate, Most Merciful, The Hadith towards which you have referred is recorded by Imam al-Bukhari …
Read More »Those who will enter Jannah Without Accountability
Question Would you kindly explain the quality of having tawakkul in Allah and its relationship to taking means as mentioned in this Hadith: Narrated from ‘Abdullah Ibn ‘Abbas narrates: Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said, “Nations were displayed before me, one or two prophets would pass by along with a few …
Read More »Spending On The Family On Ashura 10 Muharram – Academic Research
Spending on the family on ʿĀshūrā Question What is the status of the narration that suggests that a person should generously spend on the family on ʿĀshūrā? Please clarify because people who do not believe in this are criticised whilst people who believe in this are accused of innovation. Read …
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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