What to Do The Prophet said: “The best days to fast after Ramadan is in the ‘month of Allah’: Muḥarram.”[1] So it is recommended for Muslims to fast more in this month than in regular months, if they want to
The 10th of Dhul Ḥijjah is known as Eid al-Aḍḥā [the festival of sacrifice]. It is a day of celebration for Muslims. The following three days of the 11th, 12th, and 13th are also an extension of the days of
What is Ḥajj and ʿUmrah By: Shaykh Mustafa Umar Ḥajj is a journey to Makkah commemorating the spirit of devotion to Allah performed by Prophet Ibrāhīm [Abraham] and his family. It entails visiting Makkah and some other nearby regions. Ḥajj
Fasting is required in Ramaḍān but there are other fasts outside of that month which are recommended as well. The month following Ramaḍān is known as Shawwāl and it is highly recommended to fast any six days of that month.
Short Answer Every year, some people miss Eid Prayer due to travel, illness, or other reasons. Whether or not they can make up the missed Eid Prayer is something scholars have differed on since the time of the Companions of
After fasting the entire month of Ramaḍān, Muslims have an opportunity to celebrate on the day of Eid. This day is supposed to be enjoyable and fun. People will visit family members, enjoy nice food and wear nice clothes. However,
Summary Iʿtikāf is to seclude yourself inside a mosque and focus on worshipping Allah without normal distractions of daily life. It is a commendable act to be performed in any masjid and is especially recommended during the last ten nights
Short Answer If it is almost certain that you will be able to meet all the requirements to have the loan forgiven, then it is permissible to take such a loan. If only part of the loan is guaranteed to
Summarized Answer Yes, it is allowed to pay Zakāh early, especially when there is a good reason to do so such as during a disaster, famine, or disease epidemic when people are in immediate need of help. The Importance of
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