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Author Archives: Mufti Sufyan
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What should we read in the month of Ramadhân? | Advice for graduates| Dr Ábdur Razzâq
By Abû l-Ĥasan al-Ťâlib Our respected teacher, Molânâ Dr Ábdur Razzâq Iskandar[1], often advises the graduates at the end of an academic year that “at various relevant times, read the related chapters from the books of Ĥadîth and books of Fiqh. In this way, your knowledge will remain fresh.” The month of Ramadhân …
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ISTIĤSÂN
Introduction Istiĥsân is an essential part of Islamic jurisprudence and undeniably of many other areas of human knowledge.[1] It is clear from various proofs that the companions were not literalists in the strict sense that they would seek an authority from the Qur’ân and Sunnah for every verdict they issued. Rather, their rulings were based …
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The Intellectual and Social Contribution of Shâh Waliullâh Dehlawî
Introduction The following essay will assess the intellectual and social contribution of Shâh Waliullâh Dehlawî. The assessment will be made in the following manner. Firstly, there will be a brief biography of Shâh Waliullâh. Secondly, the socio-political context of his time will be described. Thirdly, there will be mention of his contributions against that …
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Examining the main factors in the spread of Islam after Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him)’s death
Introduction It is no coincidence that Islam has become the second largest and the fastest growing religion in the world (Esposito 2002:1). Numerous factors, reasons and circumstances are responsible for the spread and wide acceptance of Islam. Factors such as educational, spiritual, social, cultural, economic, political, psychological, historical, geographical, etc., are from amongst the factors …
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Naming a Masjid after the ninety nine names of Allah
QUESTION: Is it permissible to keep the name of a Masjid according to the ninety names of Allâh like Masjid Rahmân? ANSWER: In the name of Allâh, Most Compassionate, Most Merciful, Allâh, the Almighty mentions in the Qur’ân: “And the Masâjid are for Allah.” (72:18) Hence, it is permissible to name …
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If we undergo hard times, it doesn’t necessarily mean, Allah, the Almighty hates us or that He doesn’t exist
QUESTION: I have a very personal question. When I was younger but also Bâligh (reached the age of puberty) around the age of 14 my îmân was very weak and I went through some trials and some hard times and during those hard times I did things like I tried to commit suicide and I …
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Can one be both feminist and a Muslim?
Introduction In the following essay, the question “can one be both a feminist and a Muslim”? Will be discussed and answered. For simplicity’s sake, the question will be broken down and answered in a systematic way. Firstly, the term “feminist” will be defined. Secondly, a detailed explanation will be given of Islam’s stance on feminism …
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For which supplications should the hands be raised ?
Question: Can one raise the hands when reciting the supplications after eating food? Answer: In the name of Allah, Most Compassionate, Most Merciful, In principle there are two types of supplications: 1) Supplications for timely-needs, such as supplicating for the fulfilment of some personal task, for example supplicating to succeed in ones …
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Can Sadqat-ul-Fitr be given to orphans ?
Question: Can Sadqat-ul-Fitr be given to children whose parents died but live with a guardian that has money? Answer: In the name of Allah, Most Compassionate, Most Merciful, Yes, as long as the children are eligible to receive Zakât. Bear in mind that the children have to be of an understanding age for …
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Seeing Manî on the clothes or body after waking up and not remembering a wet dream
QUESTION: After waking up, I saw Maniy on my clothes. I never remembered having a wet dream. Will Ghusl still be compulsory on me? ANSWER: In the name of Allah, Most Compassionate, Most Merciful, Manîis a thick and white sexual fluid that exits one’s private parts as a lustful discharge (orgasm). For females, it …
