Answered by Ustadha Shazia Ahmad Question I converted to Islam very recently after only months of real, formalized study. I was eager and saw suggestions online that encouraged me to convert as soon as I could so as not to perish before I got the chance. When I did convert, I was extremely depressed afterward […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I have heard many back and forths regarding “Fatima’s Hand.” Saying things like it’s a cultural thing or it has significance in Islamic and Jewish cultures. Ultimately, from my understanding, this item is symbolic and problematic. I would like clarification on the matter, please. Jazak Allah. Answer In the […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question My beloved cat died in a car accident a few days ago. I loved him unconditionally. A few days after the death, I bought a new kitten, but the kitten behaves just like my deceased cat. It stays at the same spots, sleeps at the same spots, and so […]

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question I often doubt my faith (iman) because I think or do something. My question is, does saying the shahada or, in other words, accepting Islam remove all sins, including every kufr, and more than one kufr that one did, automatically, or do you have solely intend to repent from […]