Praise be to Allaah. Firstly: When the son of Adam dies and his soul departs and he is placed in his grave, then he is in the first stage of the Hereafter, because the grave is the first of the stages of the Hereafter. It was narrated that Haani’ the freed slave of ‘Uthmaan ibn … Continue reading What are the trials of the grave?
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How about “ten commandments” in the Quran?
The Ten Commandments have their origin in the Jewish religion, but they are also found in the Christian Bibles. It is said to be inscribed on two tablets that were given by God to Moses (May Allah bless him). In the Bible, they are recorded in Exodus 20:2-17 2 “I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of … Continue reading How about “ten commandments” in the Quran?
Why should I wear the Hijaab?
بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم This is a good question and there is a beautiful answer! Allaah has commanded us with every action that is good for us and prohibited us from performing every action that is bad for us. Allaah orders the Muslim woman to wear thehijaab when she steps out of the security of her … Continue reading Why should I wear the Hijaab?
What are the levels of Hell fire?
Levels of Hell fire ---------------------- Bismillah ar-Rahman ar-Rahim Islam teaches that Hell is a real place prepared by Allah for those who do not believe in Him.Due to some linguistic evidence and context of certain Hadith, some scholars have stated that Hell is in the heavens, yet others say it is in the lower earth. … Continue reading What are the levels of Hell fire?
How can logic become idolatry?
The idol of logic (Akl ke pujari) ------------------------------------------------------ Islam places the human intellect in a very high status. People are held accountable because they have the faculty of reason. The Prophet (peace be upon him) is reported to have said: “The pen is lifted from three people: the sleeper until he awakens, the child until … Continue reading How can logic become idolatry?
What are Sunnah regarding sleeping and waking?
15 Pearls of Islam regarding sleeping and waking بَسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمَنِ الرَّحِيمِ _______________________________________________________ 1. Dust your bedding down properly before using it for sleeping to remove the insects or creatures, if there is any. 2. Recite the following supplication before sleeping: اللَّهُمَّ بِسْمِكَ أَمُوتُ وَأَحْيَا Translation: O Allah I die and live with Your name … Continue reading What are Sunnah regarding sleeping and waking?
What about missionaries?
Proselytism ----------------------------- There are certain missionary systems that present their religion as an 'idol-giver'. Come to ***ism; It’ll make you 'rich'. Come to ***ism; It’ll save your 'job' ...etc and often the preachers do in reality offer them money, job, marriage etc. for accepting their theology. After these transitory illusions, people even walk away from … Continue reading What about missionaries?
What are the pagan origins of the Cross?
Pagan origins of the Cross According to Vine’s Expository Dictionary of Old and New Testament Words, the shape of the cross had its origin in ancient Babylonians of Chaldea, and was used as the symbol of the god Tammuz (being in the shape of the mystic Tau, the initial of his name) in that country … Continue reading What are the pagan origins of the Cross?
What is the Islamic ruling on Horoscopes?
The Islamic Ruling on Horoscopes --------------------------------- Not only is the practice of astrology is Haram, but also visiting an astrologer and listening to his predictions. Since astrology is mainly thought to predict the future, those who practice it are considered fortunetellers. Consequently, one who seeks his horoscope comes under the ruling contained in the Prophet … Continue reading What is the Islamic ruling on Horoscopes?
Are there pagan practices in birthday parties?
Dangerous pagan practices in birthday parties --------------------------------- The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said, warning us against following pagan ways and traditions: “You would follow the ways of those who came before you step by step, to such an extent that if they were to enter a lizard’s hole, you would … Continue reading Are there pagan practices in birthday parties?
