Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question How should one balance prayer with studying for important exams when stress and guilt affect focus? Answer I pray you are well. Understanding the Source of Stress and Guilt Stress during exams is understandable. However, if guilt is also affecting you, it may be due to neglecting prayer. In such […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question What are the causes of arrogance (kibr), and how can a believer avoid falling into it? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah grant us clarity of heart and protect us from the diseases of the soul. The Reality of Arrogance Arrogance, or kibr, […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question As someone struggling with addiction, how do I avoid feeling overwhelming guilt? How do I not feel that my faith is weak because of my ongoing struggle with sin? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Merciful and Compassionate. I pray that you are well, insha’Allah. May Allah grant […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is it considered showing off to feel good about attaining worldly pleasures? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Merciful and Compassionate. Showing Off Showing off, or insincerity, is to perform an action for other than Allah. Insincerity is prohibited explicitly in acts of worship and devotion. These include […]