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Is it Necessary to Perform Tarawih Prayers in the Mosque?

Answered by Mufti Muhammad ibn Adam Question: Due to the long fasts this Ramadhan, I get extremely tired and drained by Maghrib. I would like to know if it is sinful or disliked for me to pray Tarawih at home? Would praying in congregation with my family make a difference? Answer: In the name of […]

What is the Difference Between Major Sins and Minor Sins?

Answered by Shaykh Ilyas Patel Question: I have heard a hadith that the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah (swt) be upon him) said that if you commit a sin follow it up with a good deed for good deeds wipe out sins. (I am sorry I do not have the exact wording). Would you […]

Can My Wife Give Zakat to My Parents?

Answered by Shaykh Faraz A. Khan Question: My parents have run out of money and currently do not have any source of income.  They receive welfare in the form of food stamps and medicaid. (1) Would my parents be eligible for zakat? (2) My wife works and has her own income.  Is it permissible for […]

Can We Host an Iftar and Distribute Food to Laborers Using Zakat Money?

Answered by Shaykh Faraz A. Khan Question: I have question regarding zakat money, can we: (1) arrange iftar in mosque from zakat money? or (2) go personally to distribute food in labour camps in Dubai from zakat money? mostly they are labours e.g gardeners,drivers,work in factories or people who are working in construction etc. Answer: […]

Does the Qur’an State That We Have to Hate Disbelievers?

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question: Does the Qur’an state that we have to hate disbelievers? Answer: Walaikum assalam wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh, I pray this finds you in the best of health and spirits. The mainstream sunni belief is that we hate disbelief, but not disbelievers; sin, but not sinners; wrongdoing, but not wrongdoers. […]