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Which names of Allah are permissible for naming our children
Which names of Allah are permissible for naming our children (Karim, Malik, Azeez..) Assim al Hakeem.
Why Do Muslims Perform Pilgrimage (Hajj)
A lot of people ask: Why do Muslims perform Hajj (pilgrimage)? Why do they go around a stone and kiss a stone? Wouldn't this make Muslims idols worshipers as well? We are going to answer all these questions in this film.
Hajj - The Journey of Hearts
A voice reading for an article By Muhammad Alshareef titled "Hajj - The Journey of Hearts". In Hajj, I have seen people who snatch for patience and the reward of Allah (subhaanahu wa ta ‘aala) during those trying moments, like a man panhandles for gold. I asked myself, "What is different from them and those who spend their breath in criticism and argumentation?" It finally dawned on me that it was not the body of Zayd or ‘Amr that I was witnessing, but it was the hearts of Zayd and ‘Amr.
Hajj [ The Pilgrimage ]
Hajj [ The Pilgrimage ]
Hajj - Points of Benefits
Hajj - Points of Benefits: Complete series covering all the rulings and etiquettes of the Hajj.
Pilgrimage (Hajj)
A great lecture by Sheikh Bilal Philips describing the Rites of Hajj. Followed by questions & answers session on the same topic.
The Pilgrimage (Hajj)
Pilgrimage is one of the five pillars upon which the structure of Islam is built on. Its steps are clearly mentioned in Quran and it must fulfill certain rites in particular places and times in order to be complete.
Islamic Law (Fiqh)
A brief introduction to the meaning of Islamic jurisprudence (fiqh), its principles, and The Leading Fiqh Scholars such as Abu Hanifah, Malik, Al-Shafi'i and Ahmad ibn Hanbal. It includes all the practical rules that every Muslim, man or woman, should know, citing their bases in the Qur’an and the Sunnah in an easy and simple way.
The Pillars of Islam
Simplified explanation of the Five pillars of Islam: declaration of faith, prayer, zakat, fasting and pilgrimage, which represent a framework of the Muslim life and the core of Islam religion. Moreover it talks about the The main message of Islam.
Postnatal discharge
Postnatal discharge: This refers to the blood discharged by women after childbirth.
Things forbidden during menstruation
Women in menstruation are forbidden from having penetrative sexual intercourse, prayers, fasting, holding Qur'an, performing Tawaf, reciting Qur'an, staying in a mosque, and getting divorced.
Menses: definition and rulings
Menses or Hayd is the natural blood discharge from women uterus through her vagina. It could start at the age of 9 and stops by the age of 50. It usually lasts for 6 to 7 days and it requires a bath at the end “ghusl”.
Impurities and how to remove them
Impurities refer to all foul materials. It should be removed by washing it off. In case of dogs impurities it should be washed 7 times one of them with dust. Other rules apply on different sources of impurities.
Dry ablution
Dry ablution “Tayamum” is performing ablution using dust when water is not available. In this case, pure dust is passed lightly over one’s face and hands. It is a legitimate concession granted for Muslims.
Ghusl, or taking a bath
Ghusl in Islam is to pour pure water over one’s body in a special way with the intention of worshipping Allah. And it is obligatory in some cases like semen discharge, converting to Islam, after menstruation.
Wiping over the khuff
Kuff is what is worn over the feet. It includes socks and could be made of various materials. God has permitted his servants to wipe over it during ablution if they cover the feet up to the ankles as a form of easiness.
Ablution - Wuduu
Wudu means cleanliness and brightness. But in Islam it refers to washing the face, arms, head and feet with clean water. In other words it is called ablution. It is obligatory before prayer or similar worship acts.
Fitrah - Recommended practices
There are five practices also called ‘nature’s fine characteristics’ that each Muslim should perform to keep the best and most complete form. Practices and the reason behind them are explained in the article.
Using the toilet and its manners
There is an etiquette that must be followed when using the toilet. Islam has described how one should take care of his personal hygiene. Other acts are prohibited like facing or turning one’s back to the qiblah.
purification
Any water could be used for purification if it retains its original state as it is created. This water is called “Tahur” and it could be taken from any source; whether it is rain, rivers or coming up from the earth.