Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I am currently studying the Ajurumiyya and understand that a serious student should strive to memorize the text.  I was wondering if this is still the case for someone who has forgotten Surahs of the Qur’an that they had previously memorized- in this situation should the focus of memorization […]

This article is from the On Demand Course: Preparing for the End of Life. In Islam death is not an end state but a station on the way. Preparing for death is central to the life of a Muslim. This is the third article in a series.  In our worldly life, we pass through stages. […]

This article is taken from the seminar: How To Study Islam Systematically: A Practical Guide to Your Learning Journey. This is the first in a series. We’ll be looking at key guidance for seekers of Islamic knowledge. This applies both to those who are committed to becoming students of Islamic knowledge in particular, but also […]

This is the third in a series of articles on marriage. They are taken from the seminar Why Marriage Contracts & Agreements Matter by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani. In addition to meeting the elements of a meaningful marriage contract, other details should be carefully considered. Of these matters is the importance of having a written marriage […]

Question My husband married another woman, and he was preparing divorce papers for me, but I got pregnant, and now he says that he’s going to leave me after the baby’s birth. I already have a baby girl, and now I’m expecting again. My husband wants to divorce me at any cost, So my question […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question What if I don’t know much about the Prophet Muhammad, so I don’t feel love inside my heart towardو him? Of course, I don’t hate him at all. He is the best human ever. But I just don’t know much about him. So I don’t feel like I love […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I am currently doing the Mukhtasar Al Quduri. In the Prayer section, I have a question:  If I see a congregation praying Asr but I join them thinking it’s Dhuhr. Do I need to pray my Dhuhr again? and if I complete the prayer with them do I need […]

This article is from the On Demand Course: Preparing for the End of Life. In Islam death is not an end state but a station on the way. Preparing for death is central to the life of a Muslim. This is the second article in a series.  Imam Laqqani mentions in his Jawhara: وَوَاجِبٌ إِمَانُنَا […]

This is the second in a series of articles on marriage. They are taken from the seminar Why Marriage Contracts & Agreements Matter by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani. A meaningful marriage contract is not bereft of four elements: offer, acceptance, specification of the Mahr and witnesses. This article will seek to elaborate on those key elements.  […]

This article is from the On Demand Course: Preparing for the End of Life. In Islam death is not an end state but a station on the way. Preparing for death is central to the life of a Muslim. This is the first article in a series.  How many of us are ready to leave […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I am writing this question because I am confused about Imam Abu Hamid Al Ghazali and some claims about him. Did he, rahimahullah, write a book called “Al-Tibb al-Ruhani li al-Jism al-Insani” that contains “magical squares”? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Merciful and Compassionate. I hope you’re […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I am a mother of 3 young kids. Looking for an online one-to-one Tafseer e Quran class. Can you recommend me such a service? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Merciful and Compassionate. I hope you’re doing well, insha’Allah. The most important thing for children—and adults—is to know […]

This is the first in a series of articles on marriage. They are taken from the seminar Why Marriage Contracts & Agreements Matter with Shaykh Faraz Rabbani. Maulana Rumi remarked “Some people don’t love the beloved, they love love.” When parties approach the topic of marriage they may do so with diverse motivations. Such motivations […]

During Ramadan 2023, Sheikh Faraz Rabbani gave a series of daily video talks on supplications in the Quran. This series of articles are drawn from those talks and the related eBook. This article is about the essence of supplication. The video series can be viewed here. What is dua? What is supplication? Thankfully most of […]

This is an edited excerpt from an interview with Sheikh Faraz Rabbani by Dr Shadee ElMasry of Safina Society. The discussion is wide-ranging, but begins with the question of good and evil in Islam. This is the fourth article in a series. You can watch the entire interview here. SM: Now let’s bring up another […]

During Ramadan 2023, Sheikh Faraz Rabbani gave a series of daily video talks on supplications in the Quran. This series of articles are drawn from those talks and the related eBook. This article is about expressing gratitude to Allah. The video series can be viewed here. ٱلْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ رَبِّ ٱلْعَـٰلَمِينَ “All praise is due to […]

During Ramadan 2023, Sheikh Faraz Rabbani gave a series of daily video talks on supplications in the Quran. This series of articles are drawn from those talks and the related eBook. This article is about seeking forgiveness for guests. The video series can be viewed here. رَّبِّ ٱغْفِرْ لِى وَلِوَٰلِدَىَّ وَلِمَن دَخَلَ بَيْتِىَ مُؤْمِنًۭا وَلِلْمُؤْمِنِينَ […]

During Ramadan 2023, Sheikh Faraz Rabbani gave a series of daily video talks on supplications in the Quran. This series of articles are drawn from those talks and the related eBook. This article is about seeking guidance to the straight path. The video series can be viewed here. بِسْمِ ٱللَّهِ ٱلرَّحْمَـٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ ٱلْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ رَبِّ […]

During Ramadan 2023, Sheikh Faraz Rabbani gave a series of daily video talks on supplications in the Quran. This series of articles are drawn from those talks and the related eBook. This article is about seeking forgiveness for parents and believers. The video series can be viewed here. رَبَّنَا ٱغْفِرْ لِى وَلِوَٰلِدَىَّ وَلِلْمُؤْمِنِينَ يَوْمَ يَقُومُ […]

During Ramadan 2023, Sheikh Faraz Rabbani gave a series of daily video talks on supplications in the Quran. This series of articles are drawn from those talks and the related eBook. This article is about asking for fortitude and strength. The video series can be viewed here. رَبَّنَآ أَفْرِغْ عَلَيْنَا صَبْرًۭا وَتَوَفَّنَا مُسْلِمِينَ “O Lord, […]

During Ramadan 2023, Sheikh Faraz Rabbani gave a series of daily video talks on supplications in the Quran. This series of articles are drawn from those talks and the related eBook. This article is about forgiveness of sins and shortcomings. The video series can be viewed here. رَبَّنَا ظَلَمْنَآ أَنفُسَنَا وَإِن لَّمْ تَغْفِرْ لَنَا وَتَرْحَمْنَا […]

During Ramadan 2023, Sheikh Faraz Rabbani gave a series of daily video talks on supplications in the Quran. This series of articles are drawn from those talks and the related eBook. This article is about overcoming fear. The video series can be viewed here. قُلْ أَعُوذُ بِرَبِّ ٱلْفَلَقِ  مِن شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ وَمِن شَرِّ غَاسِقٍ […]

During Ramadan 2023, Sheikh Faraz Rabbani gave a series of daily video talks on supplications in the Quran. This series of articles are drawn from those talks and the related eBook. This article is about removing hatred from the heart. The video series can be viewed here.  رَبَّنَا ٱغْفِرْ لَنَا وَلِإِخْوَٰنِنَا ٱلَّذِينَ سَبَقُونَا بِٱلْإِيمَـٰنِ وَلَا […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question I have noticed that women in south-east Asia, not all but some, say dua while doing ghusl. While performing the ghusl, they recite dua and blow on water. Pour it on their head three times. Especially for ghusl of menses. Is this true? Answer In the Name of Allah, the […]