Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question In prayer, must the intention remain constant throughout? Shaykh Irshaad Sedick discusses whether the intention must remain constant throughout the prayer. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. He received Ijaza from several esteemed scholars and has authored “The Musnad of […]

Answered By Shaykh Dr. Muhammad Fayez Awad Question How do latecomers in prayer complete their salah? Answer In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all worlds. Peace and blessings be upon the Messenger sent as a mercy to the worlds, our Master and […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is it permissible to combine and shorten prayers on a “Cruise to Nowhere” covering a minimum distance of two marhalas, even if the ship returns to its original location? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. Yes, in the Shafi‘i School, combining and shortening prayers on […]

Answered by Shaykh Irshaad Sedick Question Is prayer valid if rows are separated by a wall or building? Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains the validity of congregational prayer when rows are divided by walls or buildings, based on Islamic guidelines. Shaykh Irshaad Sedick graduated from Dar al-Ulum al-Arabiyyah al-Islamiyyah, under the tutelage of Shaykh Taha Karaan. He […]