Entries by Falak Mushtaq

Does Pursuit of Secular Knowledge Fall Under Obligation to Seek Knowledge? – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Does pursuit of secular knowledge fall under obligation to seek knowledge? Shaykh Faraz Rabbani explains the place of secular knowledge in Islam. He clarifies when its pursuit becomes a religious obligation. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He […]

As a New Muslim, Do I Need to Know the Ruling on Every Matter Before Acting? – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question As a new Muslim, do I need to know the ruling on every matter before acting? Shaykh Faraz Rabbani explains whether a new Muslim must know the ruling on every action before practicing it. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director […]

What Is the Ruling on Delaying Zakat Due to Ignorance of Its Due Date? – Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question What is the ruling on delaying Zakat due to ignorance of its due date? Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat explains the ruling on delaying zakat due to not knowing its due date. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat pursued Arabic Grammar and Morphology alongside his English and History degree. Post-graduation, he deepened his studies in […]

What Is the Ruling on Fasting While Traveling? – Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question What is the ruling on fasting while traveling? Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat outlines the ruling on fasting while traveling. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat pursued Arabic Grammar and Morphology alongside his English and History degree. Post-graduation, he deepened his studies in Damascus, learning Arabic, Hanafi Fiqh, Theology, and more under notable scholars like […]

Should I Pray Sitting If I Cannot Concentrate While Standing? – Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Should I pray while sitting if I cannot concentrate while standing? Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat explains whether one may pray sitting due to a lack of concentration while standing. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat pursued Arabic Grammar and Morphology alongside his English and History degree. Post-graduation, he deepened his studies in Damascus, learning […]

Is It Permissible to Attend a Non Muslim Funeral? – Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is it permissible to attend a non-Muslim funeral? Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat clarifies the permissibility of attending a non-Muslim funeral. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat pursued Arabic Grammar and Morphology alongside his English and History degree. Post-graduation, he deepened his studies in Damascus, learning Arabic, Hanafi Fiqh, Theology, and more under notable scholars […]

How Do I Overcome Distractions in Prayer? – Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question How do I overcome distractions in prayer? Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat explains how to overcome distractions during prayer. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat pursued Arabic Grammar and Morphology alongside his English and History degree. Post-graduation, he deepened his studies in Damascus, learning Arabic, Hanafi Fiqh, Theology, and more under notable scholars like […]

Can I Pay My Zakat to Cover Medical Expenses for Distant Relatives? – Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Can I pay my Zakat to cover medical expenses for distant relatives? Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat explains whether zakat can be used to cover the medical expenses of distant relatives. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat pursued Arabic Grammar and Morphology alongside his English and History degree. Post-graduation, he deepened his studies in Damascus, […]

What Are the Recommended Sunna Practices for Ramadan? – Shaykh Faraz Rabbani

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question What are the recommended Sunna practices for Ramadan? Shaykh Faraz Rabbani highlights key Sunna practices for Ramadan. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He studied under renowned scholars globally for ten years, beginning in Damascus and continuing in […]