Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question All prophets rank above all non-prophets. How great is that gap? Is the rank of the least of the prophets nearer to that of the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace), or nearer to that of Sayyiduna Abu Bakr? Answer In the Name of Allah, the […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question I have a question that confuses me. Her husband asked Atiqa bint Zayd not to marry after he was martyred, and a year later, Umar told her to get married to him. I am curious how that reconciles with Abdullah ibn Abu Bakr’s worldly wishes and his wishes in the […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is the hadith stating that Sayyiduna Uthman (Allah be pleased with him) would be martyred while reciting Surat al-Baqara, with his blood falling on a specific verse, authentic? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. I hope you are in good health and faith. Thank […]

Answered by Shaykh Yusuf Weltch Question What is the authentic meaning of the name Rumaysa, and is it a good name to give a daughter? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. If the name you are suggesting is Rumaysa (رميصاء) after the famous companion Rumaysa, the daughter of Malhan, more […]