Fiqh

Moon sighting – Distinguishing between nationalism, political allegiance & fiqh (jurisprudence)

Allah (swt) says: “Whoever witnesses the crescent of the month, he must fast the month.” [TMQ 2:185] Today, the matter of when to begin the month of Ramadhan and when to celebrate the day of Eid ul-Fitr is a subject of controversy, dispute and debate the world over. In many countries such as those in the west or the Indian sub-continent Muslims begin the month of … Continue reading Moon sighting – Distinguishing between nationalism, political allegiance & fiqh (jurisprudence)

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Politics

Rape: An Expression of Power or Deviant Sexual Behavior?

The disturbing occurrence of rape incidents is a growing social problem, which unfortunately, only gets attention in the media after some horrific incident is reported. Usually, such an incident triggers a fierce debate on social and electronic media, which then compels the government officials and rulers to issue a few statements on this issue. However, once the debate subsides a little, the government becomes completely … Continue reading Rape: An Expression of Power or Deviant Sexual Behavior?

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Politics

Are Muslim Palestine Activisits Being Suckered Into Marxism?

The recent occurrences in Masjid al Aqsa have inflamed the feelings Muslims all over the world. Yet the response in many cases is ill thought out. Some instinctively react to raise awareness about the issue, often attempting to lobby western politicians that are by an large Zionists. Others feel the need to demonstrate and protest. It is not unusual that many of the organisers have … Continue reading Are Muslim Palestine Activisits Being Suckered Into Marxism?

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Fiqh

What the Islamic Banks Call it Murabaha and the Shari Ruling Regarding it

Question: Assalamu Alaikum, We know that Murabaha as a concept is permissible according to Sharia, but I believe that the current reality of Murabaha in Islamic banks is contrary to the Sharia, especially with our people here in Palestine, where the customer specifies the commodity with the merchant and agrees with him on the price and concludes an #agreement with the bank and the bank … Continue reading What the Islamic Banks Call it Murabaha and the Shari Ruling Regarding it

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Culture

Islam is a Thought (فكرة) and a Method (طريقة)

Allah (swt) said, الْيَوْمَ أَكْمَلْتُ لَكُمْ دِينَكُمْ وَأَتْمَمْتُ عَلَيْكُمْ نِعْمَتِي وَرَضِيتُ لَكُمُ الْإِسْلَامَ دِينًا “This day I have perfected for you your Deen and completed My favor upon you and have approved for you Islam as religion.” [Surah al-Baqrah 5:3] During the decline of Muslims, the concept of Deen amongst the Muslims took on the Western understanding, which is priesthood. This is because the secularism … Continue reading Islam is a Thought (فكرة) and a Method (طريقة)

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Khilafah

Why was Prophet Muhammad’s ﷺ burial delayed?

There is no dispute that the burial of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, the best man who ever lived and greatest of all the prophets, was delayed. However, confusion may arise over the reasons for this delay and how to view the Sahabah’s actions who collectively consented to this delay. When answering this question it’s important we base our answer on textual evidence and not cite reasons from … Continue reading Why was Prophet Muhammad’s ﷺ burial delayed?

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Aqeedah

What Does Islam Say About Homosexuality

One of the attempts to misguide the noble Muslim youth of globally is the promotion of homosexuality. The false claim that homosexuality is not Forbidden (حرام Haraam) in Islam can be refuted by examining the evidences present in the Noble Quran and the Sunnah of RasulAllah ﷺ. In Surah Al-A’raf, Allah (swt) denounces the act of homosexuality with the example of the People of the … Continue reading What Does Islam Say About Homosexuality

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Culture

How Islam as an Ideology will Eradicate Racism

Islam is the only ideology capable of eradicating racism. To understand how, we first need to define what racism is and recognize what lies at its basis. Racism according to The New Oxford American Dictionary is explained with the following two definitions: 1- Prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against someone of a different race based on the belief that one’s own race is superior. 2- The … Continue reading How Islam as an Ideology will Eradicate Racism

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Fiqh

Fasting Six Days of Shawaal

This is an extract from the book “Al Jaami’u li Ahkaam is Siyaam” (A complete guide to the rules of fasting) by Sheikh Abu Iyaas Mahmood bin Abdul-Lateef bin Mahmood (‘Uwaydhah). Please note this is a draft translation from Arabic. If any confusion arises from the translation then please refer to the original Arabic book. It is recommended for the Muslim that after he has finished … Continue reading Fasting Six Days of Shawaal

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Fiqh

The Inadmissibility of Relying upon Astronomical Calculations to Confirm the Start of the Month of Ramadan

As-Salaamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah Wa Barakaatuhu Question: I have read a question and answer about the inadmissibility of relying upon astronomical calculations to confirm the start of the month and Baarakallahu Feekum. However one point remains that I would like to be explained. It is that some have taken the use of astronomical calculations to negate the validity of a moon sighting meaning that if … Continue reading The Inadmissibility of Relying upon Astronomical Calculations to Confirm the Start of the Month of Ramadan

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