Answered by Ustadh Sufyan Qufi Question In Hanafi fiqh, what defines a “long gap” between intention and the opening takbir? Does thinking about worldly matters or engaging in minor actions nullify the intention? Must the intention be explicitly stated in the mind, or is a general awareness sufficient? Answer In the name of Allah, the […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question How can I develop consistency in prayer during Ramadan? Shaykh Faraz Rabbani explains how Ramadan is a key time for building consistency in prayer. 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 […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Should pants or garments be above the ankles in the prayer? Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat explains the ruling on keeping pants or garments above the ankles 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, […]

Answered by Ustadh Sufyan Qufi Question Is my Witr prayer valid if I doubted raising my hands before Qunut and forgot whether I recited a sura, but performed Sajdat al-Sahw? Answer In the name of Allah, the Most Compassionate, Most Merciful, I pray this finds you in the best of states. Yes, the Witr prayer […]