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Muslim women speaking about hijab

The hijab and niqab worn by some Muslim women have hit the news lately, especially after France's ban on the veil worn by some Muslim women (niqab) went into effect, and after death threats against a British imam who held that wearing hijab (a scarf covering the hair) was a woman's choice (he also held that evolution and Islam need not be at odds). 

Some sort of headcovering for women is a common feature of Middle Eastern cultures (orthodox Jewish women cover their hair, too, and the men wear a hat or yarmulke at all times), which doesn't make it automatically good or bad, but it does make it different in other cultures, and that causes some tension. 

Tafsir of Ayat al Kursi

The title given to Surah al-Baqarah's 255th ayah by Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) is “Ayat al Kursi” which would mean: “The verse (sign) of (Allah)’s Dominion” Literally Kursi means the “Footstool” but literal meaning cannot apply here therefore metaphorical meaning has to be taken into account as this magnificent verse explains Allah’s Existence, Sovereignty, Power, Knowledge rather the Dominion of Allah azza Wajjal.

Here we have divided the explanation of this verse into three sections for easy understanding

A) Translation of Ayat al Kursi

B) Fadhail (virtues) of Ayat al Kursi according to hadith and also it’s benefits

C) Finally Step by step explanation of this ayah

About Ahl as-Sunnat Wal Jama’at

The Ahl as-Sunnat Wal Jama’at is the largest group of Muslims and the only group whose beliefs and teachings are truly in accordance with the Noble Qur’an and Sunnah of the Most Beloved Prophet (Salla Allahu alaihi wa sallam). The beliefs of this group are the same as the beliefs of the Sahaba or Noble Companions of the Beloved Prophet (Salla Allahu alaihi wa Sallam) and the Salf-e-Saliheen (our great pious predecessors). In many Ahadith,the Beloved Prophet (Salla Allahu alaihi wa sallam) strongly advised the Muslims to follow his Sunnah and to remain steadfast upon the path of his Sahaba, the Salf-e-Saliheen.

1. Hazrat Abdullah Ibn-e-Abbas says that the Holy Prophet (Peace and Blessings be upon Him) addressed the people at the time of last hajj“O people! I’m leaving behind among you, the Holy book (Quran) and the Sunnah. If you follow these in letter and spirit, you will never be strayed.” (Hakim Al-Mustadrik Book#1 Hadith # 318)

2. The Beloved Prophet (Salla Allahu alaihi wa sallam) said: “Follow the way of the largest group of Muslims! For, he who deviates from this group will be thrown into Hell!” [Sunnan Ibn Majah, Hadith # 3950]

Hijab or Niqab?

This has been a matter of discussion amongst Muslims for ages, ulama supporting any of the 2 have concrete proofs, however the times we live in, the Ladies (especially modernist girls/women) are more inclined towards wearing Hijab rather than going for Niqab (If they are ready at first place) , the western mind set looks down upon noble women wearing Jilbab in its true sense (i.e. Niqab).

Note: Technically even Hijab refers to Proper covering from top to bottom, but here It will be referred for those who are not convinced with Face covering.

Some scholars have tried to reconcile between both viewpoints by offering choice to women whether they like to go for Hijab or Niqab (though Niqab is recommended), some like Nasir ud-din Albani have even gone to the extent of justifying that ruling on Hijab supercedes that of Niqaab, this according to us is a wrong conclusion, especially for our sisters in sub-continent where men are often seen preying at women (so in any given condition, anywhere in the world where the women may become easy targets of men satisfying their inner lustful desires, then the ruling of Niqab from merely recommended changes to Wajib and there indeed is proof of it rather a dominant one)

The Ruling on "Witr" prayer

For the easy understanding of readers this following article shall be divided into following 5 parts and then they shall be explained in detail

A) Importance + Legal status of the prayer itself

B) It’s number of rakats

C) Witr is prayed like Maghrib with one salutation in last Rakat.

D) Saying Qunoot before going in Ruku of Third Rakat.

E) For how Long does it’s time last?

Let us start with the Importance + Legal status of this prayer according to Shariah.

The ahnaaf are special in considering the witr prayer as “Wajib (necessary)” whereas the La-Madhabiyyah either consider it as Sunnat-e-Mu’akdah or Nafl prayer (Note: All 4 valid schools remain correct even if they differ with one another whereas the La-Madhabiyyah sect even if it reaches a right opinion they would still be Ahlul Bidah as they are not following a sound school of jurisprudence at first place.) The stance of Ahnaaf is most strict in regards to following Sunnah.

Reciting Surah al-Fatiha behind the Imam?

Recently it has been experienced that some people stubbornly claim that whosoever does not recite Surah al-Fatiha behind the Imam then his prayer is not acceptable (i.e. It is null and void). Whether it is necessary to recite behind the Imam or not is a minor issue, but when arrogant people make rigid statements like: Prayer of people who do not recite is “NULL AND VOID” then it becomes necessary to write a detailed refutation of such extremists. With the Grace of Allah “NOT” reciting behind Imam is something which is proven directly from Qur'an itself

In Light of Qur'an

Qur'an states: When the Qur’an is being recited then “LISTEN ATTENTIVELY AND REMAIN SILENT” so that mercy will be showered upon you".(7:204)

Tafsir Ibn Kathir R.A: Imam Ibn Kathir (rah) narrates from Abu Musa al-Ash’ari (ra), Abu Huraira (ra) and Ibn Masud (ra) that this ayah was revealed regarding “REMAINING SILENT WHEN IMAM RECITES”… Then Imam Ibn Kathir says:

The Prayer of Womankind

This article shall be based on overwhelming ahadith which establish from Prophet (Peace be upon him), Sahaba, Tabiyeen and great Fuqaha that prayer of woman is different in many ways from prayer of man.

Proof # 1

عن عبد الله بن عمر قال قال رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم إذا جلست المرأة في الصلوة وضعت فخذها على فخذها الاخرى وإذا سجدت الصقت بطنها في فخذيها كالستر ما يكون لها وان الله تعالى ينظر إليها ويقول يا ملائكتى اشهدكم انى قد غفرت لها

Translation: Ibn Umar (ra) narrates that the Prophet (Peace be upon him) said: When a woman sits in prayer then she should place her one thigh upon the other and attach the stomach to her thighs so that it is more concealing for her. Indeed, Allah looks at her and informs the angels by saying: "O Angels! Be witness that I have forgiven her! [Sunnan al Bayhaqi al-Kubra (3/74)]

This hadith is reliable and also corroborated by many ahadith [I’laal al Sunnan (3/33)]

Note: This article is composed on the basis of "Sound Principle" that even if some hadith is weak in it's chain then it can become "Hasan (fair) or Sahih (correct)" due to many corroborating evidences, hence If some people dispute over a certain hadith then they would be wrong principally as the same matter is proven from many different Turaq which strengthen eachother, hence whole article with all ahadith with different turaq (ways) have to be understood. This is amongst the great principles in science of Hadith classification.

Visiting the Grave

Some people in this Present era believe that If somebody visits the graves of Pious people and take them as a means to Allah or seeks blessing through their relics, then this act is either Shirk or Biddah. Some even claim that this act wasn't done by Sahaba or in past centuries. Let us now see this in light of Quran and Hadith

وَكَذَلِكَ أَعْثَرْنَا عَلَيْهِمْ لِيَعْلَمُوا أَنَّ وَعْدَ اللَّهِ حَقٌّ وَأَنَّ السَّاعَةَ لاَ رَيْبَ فِيهَا إِذْ يَتَنَازَعُونَ بَيْنَهُمْ أَمْرَهُمْ فَقَالُوا ابْنُوا عَلَيْهِم بُنْيَانًا رَّبُّهُمْ أَعْلَمُ بِهِمْ قَالَ الَّذِينَ غَلَبُوا عَلَى أَمْرِهِمْ لَنَتَّخِذَنَّ عَلَيْهِم مَّسْجِدًا

Quran states: Thus did We make their case known to the people, that they might know that the promise of Allah is true, and that there can be no doubt about the Hour of Judgment. Behold, they dispute among themselves as to their affair. (Some) said, "Construct a building over them": Their Lord knows best about them: those who prevailed over their affair said, "Let us surely build a place of worship over them." (18:21)

10 gems for a good life as per Quraan

1. Wake up in the last third of the night to beg forgiveness from Allah.

“...and those who pray and beg Allah’s Pardon in the last hours of the night.” (Qur’an, 3:17)

2. At least once in a while, seclude yourself from people in order to contemplate.

“Those who remember Allah standing, sitting, and lying down on their sides, and think deeply about the creation of the heavens and the earth...” (Qur’an, 3:191)

Holy Quran - Fountainhead of all sciences

Assalamualaikum Wa rahmatullahi Wa barakaatuhu

Allah Ta'ala has granted us the Holy Quran through the Holy Prophet (Sallallahu alaihi wa sallam). The Holy Quran is the fountainhead of all guidance and a comprehensive book of all sciences, in which all that will happen until the Qiyamah, all the information about the beginnings and the end of the world and the solution for all problems of every aspect of life is present. As Allah Ta'ala says in (Surah Anaam-38).

Allah Ta'ala has mentioned the comprehensiveness and boundlessness of the sciences in the Holy Quran in Surah Younus-37.

Qur'anic method of converting foe into friend

Aauzo Billaahi Minash Shaitaan Nir Rajim

Bismillaah Hir Rehman Nir Rahim 

 Allah - Beginning With The Name Of - The Most Gracious, The Most Merciful.

Allahumma Salli Alaa Sayideena Muhammad Wa Alaa Aalihi Wa Sahbihi Wa Sallim.

Qur'anic method of converting foe into friend

Dear Islamic Brothers! Remember! Filth cannot be cleaned with filth; it must be washed with water. Therefore, if anyone mistreats you, you must make efforts to treat him kindly. In'shaa-Allah , when you see the positive outcome of your kind behaviour, you will feel peace in your heart. Those who forgive wrongdoers instead of taking revenge and confront evil with good are very lucky. Encouraging this ‘facing evil with good' behaviour, the 34th verse of Sura HaMeem AlSajdah says,

7 tips for improving your relationship with the Quran

Are you one of those people who rarely touches the Quran? Or do you read daily, but don't find it is having the impact on you that it should? Whatever the case may be, these are some simple tips that can help you connect with the Quran.

1. Before you touch it, check your heart

The key to really benefiting from the Quran is to check your heart first, before you even touch Allah's book. Ask yourself, honestly, why you are reading it. Is it to just get some information and to let it drift away from you later? Remember that the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) was described by his wife as a "walking Quran": in other words, he didn't just read and recite the Quran, he lived it.

Ten Things - Must Learn From Quraan

The Most Selfish One-Letter Word

"I"

Avoid It

(Surah Al Kahf 18:34)

[Kahf 18:34] And he had fruit; he therefore said to his companion - and he used to debate with him - "I exceed you in wealth, and am more powerful in respect of men."

The Most Satisfying Two-Letter Word

"WE"

Use It

Surah Al An'am 6:71-72

[Ana`am 6:71] Say, “Shall we worship, other than Allah, that which neither benefits us nor harms us, and (therefore) be turned back after Allah has guided us, like one whom the devils have led astray in the earth - bewildered?; his companions call him to the path (saying), ‘Come here’”; say, “Indeed only the guidance of Allah is (the true) guidance; and we are commanded to submit to the Lord Of The Creation.”

What is Al-Quran

The Qur'an ("Qor-Ann") is a Message from Allah (swt) to humanity. It was transmitted to us in a chain starting from the Almighty Himself (swt) to the angel Gabriel to the Prophet Muhammad (saw). This message was given to the Prophet (saw) in pieces over a period spanning approximately 23 years (610 CE to 632 CE). The Prophet (saw) was 40 years old when the Qur'an began to be revealed to him, and he was 63 when the revelation was completed. The language of the original message was Arabic, but it has been translated into many other languages.

Chapters of The Holy Quran

1. Al-Fatiha (THE OPENING)
2. Al-Baqara (THE COW)
3. Al-E-Imran (THE FAMILY OF 'IMRAN, THE HOUSE OF 'IMRAN)
4. An-Nisa (WOMEN)
5. Al-Maeda (THE TABLE, THE TABLE SPREAD)
6. Al-Anaam (CATTLE, LIVESTOCK)
7. Al-Araf (THE HEIGHTS)
8. Al-Anfal (SPOILS OF WAR, BOOTY)
9. Al-Tawba (REPENTANCE, DISPENSATION)
10. Yunus (JONAH)
11. Hud (HUD)
12. Yusuf (JOSEPH)
13. Al-Rad (THE THUNDER)
14. Ibrahim (ABRAHAM)
15. Al-Hijr (AL-HIJR, STONELAND, ROCK CITY)
16. An-Nahl (THE BEE)
17. Al-Isra (ISRA', THE NIGHT JOURNEY, CHILDREN OF ISRAEL)
18. Al-Kahf (THE CAVE)
19. Maryam (MARY)
20. Ta-Ha (TA-HA)
21. Al-Anbiya (THE PROPHETS)
22. Al-Hajj (THE PILGRIMAGE)
23. Al-Mumenoon (THE BELIEVERS)
24. Al-Noor (THE LIGHT)
25. Al-Furqan (THE CRITERION, THE STANDARD)
26. Al-Shuara (THE POETS)
27. Al-Naml (THE ANT, THE ANTS)
28. Al-Qasas (THE STORY, STORIES)
29. Al-Ankaboot (THE SPIDER)
30. Al-Room (THE ROMANS, THE BYZANTINES)
31. Luqman (LUQMAN)
32. As-Sajda (THE PROSTRATION,WORSHIP, ADORATION)
33. Al-Ahzab (THE CLANS, THE COALITION,THE COMBINED FORCES)
34. Saba (SABA, SHEBA)
35. Fatir (THE ANGELS, ORIGNATOR)
36. Ya-Seen (YA-SEEN)
37. As-Saaffat (THOSE WHO SET THE RANKS,DRAWN UP IN RANKS)
38. Sad (THE LETTER SAD)
39. Az-Zumar (THE TROOPS, THRONGS)
40. Ghafir (THE FORGIVER (GOD))
41. Fussilat (EXPLAINED IN DETAIL)
42. Ash-Shura (COUNCIL, CONSULTATION)
43. Az-Zukhruf (ORNAMENTS OF GOLD, LUXURY)
44. Ad-Dukhan (SMOKE)
45. Al-Jathiya (CROUCHING)
46. Al-Ahqaf (THE WIND-CURVED SANDHILLS, THE DUNES)
47. Muhammad (MUHAMMAD)
48. Al-Fath (VICTORY, CONQUEST)
49. Al-Hujraat (THE PRIVATE APARTMENTS, THE INNER APARTMENTS)
50. Qaf (THE LETTER QAF)
51. Adh-Dhariyat (THE WINNOWING WINDS)
52. At-Tur (THE MOUNT)
53. An-Najm (THE STAR)
54. Al-Qamar (THE MOON)
55. Ar-Rahman (THE BENEFICENT, THE MERCY GIVING)
56. Al-Waqia (THE EVENT, THE INEVITABLE)
57. Al-Hadid (THE IRON)
58. Al-Mujadila (SHE THAT DISPUTETH, THE PLEADING WOMAN)
59. Al-Hashr (EXILE, BANISHMENT)
60. Al-Mumtahina (SHE THAT IS TO BE EXAMINED, EXAMINING HER)
61. As-Saff (THE RANKS, BATTLE ARRAY)
62. Al-Jumua (THE CONGREGATION, FRIDAY)
63. Al-Munafiqoon (THE HYPOCRITES)
64. At-Taghabun (MUTUAL DISILLUSION, HAGGLING)
65. At-Talaq (DIVORCE)
66. At-Tahrim (BANNING, PROHIBITION)
67. Al-Mulk (THE SOVEREIGNTY, CONTROL)
68. Al-Qalam (THE PEN)
69. Al-Haaqqa (THE REALITY)
70. Al-Maarij (THE ASCENDING STAIRWAYS)
71. Nooh (NOOH)
72. Al-Jinn (THE JINN)
73. Al-Muzzammil (THE ENSHROUDED ONE, BUNDLED UP)
74. Al-Muddaththir (THE CLOAKED ONE, THE MAN WEARING A CLOAK)
75. Al-Qiyama (THE RISING OF THE DEAD, RESURRECTION)
76. Al-Insan (MAN)
77. Al-Mursalat (THE EMISSARIES, WINDS SENT FORTH)
78. An-Naba (THE TIDINGS, THE ANNOUNCEMENT)
79. An-Naziat (THOSE WHO DRAG FORTH, SOUL-SNATCHERS)
80. Abasa (HE FROWNED)
81. At-Takwir (THE OVERTHROWING)
82. Al-Infitar (THE CLEAVING, BURSTING APART)
83. Al-Mutaffifin (DEFRAUDING, THE CHEATS, CHEATING)
84. Al-Inshiqaq (THE SUNDERING, SPLITTING OPEN)
85. Al-Burooj (THE MANSIONS OF THE STARS, CONSTELLATIONS)
86. At-Tariq (THE MORNING STAR, THE NIGHTCOMER)
87. Al-Ala (THE MOST HIGH, GLORY TO YOUR LORD IN THE HIGHEST)
88. Al-Ghashiya (THE OVERWHELMING, THE PALL)
89. Al-Fajr (THE DAWN, DAYBREAK)
90. Al-Balad (THE CITY, THIS COUNTRYSIDE)
91. Ash-Shams (THE SUN)
92. Al-Lail (THE NIGHT)
93. Ad-Dhuha (THE MORNING HOURS, MORNING BRIGHT)
94. Ash-Sharh (SOLACE, CONSOLATION, RELIEF)
95. At-Tin (THE FIG, THE FIGTREE)
96. Al-Alaq (THE CLOT, READ)
97. Al-Qadr (POWER, FATE)
98. Al-Bayyina (THE CLEAR PROOF, EVIDENCE)
99. Al-Zalzala (THE EARTHQUAKE)
100. Al-Adiyat (THE COURSER, THE CHARGERS)
101. Al-Qaria (THE CALAMITY, THE STUNNING BLOW, THE DISASTER)
102. At-Takathur (RIVALRY IN WORLD INCREASE, COMPETITION)
103. Al-Asr (THE DECLINING DAY, EVENTIDE, THE EPOCH)
104. Al-Humaza (THE TRADUCER, THE GOSSIPMONGER)
105. Al-Fil (THE ELEPHANT)
106. Quraish (WINTER, QURAYSH)
107. Al-Maun (SMALL KINDNESSES, ALMSGIVING, HAVE YOU SEEN)
108. Al-Kauther (ABUNDANCE, PLENTY)
109. Al-Kafiroon (THE DISBELIEVERS, ATHEISTS)
110. An-Nasr (SUCCOUR, DIVINE SUPPORT)
111. Al-Masadd (PALM FIBRE, THE FLAME)
112. Al-Ikhlas (SINCERITY)
113. Al-Falaq (THE DAYBREAK, DAWN)
114. An-Nas (MANKIND)

The Holy Book " Qur'an" is a Miracle!

Aa'oozobillahi Minash Shaitaanir Rajeem

Bismillahir Rehmanir Raheem

Sallallaho Ala Mohammadiyun Wa Aaalihi Wasallam

The Holy Book ," Qur'an is a Miracle. What is so miraculous about this holy book?

Previous prophets performed miracles to prove that their message was not their own but Almighty's message. In the case of the Qur'an, the message itself is the miracle.

The Qur'an was revealed piece by piece over a period of twenty-three years. During this time,Almighty challenged humankind four times to produce a book like the Qur'an, and they couldn't do it. When Huzoor Sallallaho Alaihay Wasallam and his followers were being persecuted in Makkah, Allah showed the persecutors a simple way by which they can wipe out the message of the Qur'an.