Question: Assalamualaykum. We normally give our non muslim workers breakfast and lunch throughout the year. The do not fast during the month of Ramadhan, can we still give them their meals during the daytime?? Answer: In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. As-Salāmu ‘Alaykum Wa-Rahmatullāhi Wa-Barakātuh. It is permissible to give food to non-Muslims workers during the daytime in Ramadhan.[1] However, out … [Read more...]
Using toothpaste whilst Fasting
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February 26, 2025 by
Question: Salaams. I was asking is my fast valid if I brushed using toothpaste at fajr time? Answer: In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. As-Salāmu ‘Alaykum Wa-Rahmatullāhi Wa-Barakātuh. Brushing teeth in itself will not nullify the fast as nothing is ingested but tasted. Accordingly, it will be makrooh to use toothpaste and should be avoided. One should use a miswāk instead. If any of the toothpaste is … [Read more...]
Is there Qadha for Tarawih Salah?
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March 27, 2024 by
Question: Kal Tarawih ki namaz miss ho gayi. Kya Fajr ke baad qaza kar sakta hoon Answer: In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. As-Salāmu ‘Alaykum Wa-Rahmatullāhi Wa-Barakātuh. Tarawih ki namaz ka waqt Isha padhne ke baad se Fajr tak hai.[1] Agar Tarawih ki namaz chut jai to us ki koi qaza nahi hai.[2] English: The time for Tarawih Salah is from after performing Isha until Fajr. If Tarawih Salah is … [Read more...]
Can I read 8 rakats taraweeh?
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March 4, 2024 by
Question: Can I read 8 rakats taraweeh? Answer: In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. As-Salāmu ‘Alaykum Wa-Rahmatullāhi Wa-Barakātuh. Twenty Raka’ats of Tarawih is a Sunna Muakkada, and leaving a Sunna Muakkada without a valid reason is prohibited. Therefore, you cannot perform eight or less than twenty Raka’ats, except for a valid reason in Shariah. And Allah Ta’ala Knows Best. Khalil … [Read more...]
BALANCED COOKING AND IBAADAT IN RAMADHAAN
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February 20, 2019 by
"0 Allah, for You I have fasted and with Your provisions do I break my fast" The blessed month of Ramadhan is fast approaching and many of us are busy making preparations to make this a special time for our families. Ramadhan is a time for voluntary acts of worship, sharing with those who are less fortunate, and reflecting on the message that Allah has given to us. Overall, the goal of this month is to develop ourselves spiritually and to become … [Read more...]
A COMMUNAL SPIRIT: STRIVING FOR ALLAH’S REWARD
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February 20, 2019 by
The one image etched in Ramadan's mind from his childhood days is that of all the villagers of Alsawati, men and children, coming together for Salatul maglirib and bringing food with them for iftar. After salah, they would all sit in clusters of four to five people in the Masjid's courtyard having iftar together. The women would gather at neighbors' homes. "Everyone would bring food. It was like a potluck iftar. That is an image I can never … [Read more...]
