Question: Assalamu ‘alaykum. What are some things to consider when asked if Islam has any flaws and/or contradictions? Also, what are some ways in which the Qur’an has been preserved, and are there negative effects of translating it to other languages? Answer: Wa ‘alaykum assalam wa rahmatullah wa barakatuh. I pray you are well. Islam […]

Question Summary Must I repeat my ghusl if, after performing the ghusl, dead skin falls off and I did not repeat the washing? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate Once a complete ghusl has been performed, you are in a state of purity. Suppose dried skin falls off thereafter, regardless […]

Biographies of the Four Imams Question: What are the best biographies of the Four Imams in English? Answer: Wa alaykum assalam wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh, Dear questioner, Thank you for your important question. The best biographies of the Four Imams in English are found in many sources, and all are very useful. One of the […]

  Question: Is it a blameworthy innovation to say the testimony of faith before going to sleep? Answer: Wa alaykum assalam wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh, Dear questioner, It is perfectly fine to say the testimony of faith before going to sleep, or any other time of day, be it regularly or not. Please see: https://seekersguidance.org/answers/general-counsel/the-concept-and-classification-of-bida-in-islam/ […]