Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question How do we understand the prophetic hadith that it is permissible to be envious of someone who has knowledge? Answer In the Name of Allah Most Merciful and Compassionate. The Reality of Envy (Hasad) Envy, as defined by scholars such as Imam Nawawi and Ibn ‘Allan al-Bakri, is to […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question With knowledge readily available online, is it still necessary to learn from a teacher? Answer In the Name of Allah Most Merciful and Compassionate. Yes, it is necessary to learn from qualified teachers. Allah Most High has commanded us to ask those who know if we do not know, […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question How should we deal with people who speak on religious matters without proper knowledge? Answer In the Name of Allah Most Merciful and Compassionate. The Presence of the Unlearned in Every Age There have always been people who speak about matters beyond their knowledge. In our times, however, the […]

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Is it sound to delay learning Islamic finance rulings until mastering the five pillars? Answer I pray you are well. It depends on your personal situation. Prioritizing What Is Immediately Obligatory After learning sound ‘aqida, that is, what you are required to believe, you must learn how to pray and […]