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What is the definition of gambling in islam

I know gambling is 100% Haram. But other things become gambling. And i use general rule that anything that is based on chance of something random due to which i'll gain or lose is Haram. but then this definition seems inappropriate if expanded on.…

asked Oct 20 '13 at 18:24

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Did the prophet (PBUH) pay Zakat, if yes in what form?

We were told that the Prophet peace be upon him lived an extremely humble and poor life. He hardly have food at home for the next day. This is what we were told. Now that I have researched, I find that the Prophet could not have been that poor…

asked Sep 06 '13 at 01:34

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What is the Islamic view on taxation?

Is raising taxes by the leaders of an Islamic state allowed? If a person will not voluntarily pay these taxes: may force be used to collect them (like in almost any state today)? In my opinion "taxes" is just a nicer word for "theft" by the leaders…

asked Jun 28 '12 at 07:52

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Why are tattoos not allowed in Islam?

I heard that Muslims are not allowed permanent tattoos on the body because it hinders water from reaching the skin. Hence making the Wudhu and Ghusl never valid. Please quote some references in your answers.

asked Jul 11 '13 at 09:56

Zia

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May a Muslim learn how to perform telepathy?

I would like to know Islam's view on telepathy based on rulings by Scholars well-grounded in the Qur'an and the Sunnah as well as the Manhaj of the Sahaabah (RAA). There is an oft-repeated incident related to telepathy about Caliph Omar (RAA) who…

asked Jul 10 '13 at 14:49

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Who has defined the law of Sahih, Hasan, Daef and Mawdu Hadees

Please if anyone can elaborate who has made the law of Sahih, Hasan, Daef AND Mawdu Hadees and who has said to follow only Sahih Hadees and leave all the other types of Hadees. Regards, Mush

asked Jun 25 '13 at 09:07

Mush

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Can water be halal or haram?

On a flight from Tokyo to Sydney with Japan Airlines, I was given a bottle of water that was certified halal. (Apologies for the image quality) Do Muslims consider water as being potentially halal or haram, or was this a case of certification going…

asked Jun 21 '13 at 11:53

Golden Cuy

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Why do ladies pray differently as per Hanafi fiqh?

In Sahih Bukhari, Our Prophet Sallallaho Alaihewasallam (peace be upon him) said "Pray as you have seen me to pray". He didn't shown any different way to pray for ladies. Why ladies are praying differently as per Hanafi fiqh?

asked Jun 07 '13 at 08:55

Call to Islam

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Wipe off after wudu

After making wudu, is it allowed to wipe the water off the face and other parts or must simply let the water to dry by itself? What is the sunnah over that?

asked Jun 03 '13 at 07:23

Azik Abdullah

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Why do Muslims call fellow non-related Muslims brothers or sisters?

Why do Muslims call fellow non-related Muslims brothers or sisters? It seems strange that you get married to someone who you referred to (in the passed) as your brother or sister? Is this encouraged behaviour in Islam, or is it some kind of cultural…

asked Apr 12 '13 at 15:45

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What is the language of Allah?

What is the language of Allah? In what language does Allah talk to His angels and give orders? In what language will He give orders on the Day of Judgement? We know that Quran was sent in Arabic. In what language Torah, Zabur, Enzil and other divine…

asked Mar 21 '13 at 13:09

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Du`a before Taslim (Sunni View)

When praying Salat, before the Tasleem greetings "Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullah السلام عليكم ورحمة الله" and turning your face to the right and left, what is the fourth Tashahhud to be recited following At-Tahiyyatu التحيات, Allahumma salli 'ala…

asked Mar 21 '13 at 02:38

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Is it Islamic to execute people who insult prophets other than Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)?

I understand that insulting any prophet is kufr Additionally, scholars have agreed unanimously that whoever insults, disrespects or belittles any one of the prophets, may Allaah exalt their mention, will be a Kaafir (disbeliever). -Ruling on the…

asked Mar 11 '13 at 01:39

user926

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Is this lease-like financial transaction allowed in Islam?

Let's imagine this as follows: A is in need of $10,000 cash urgently and finds no lender. He owns a house, which he had rented out to someone for $500 a month. A, driven by the need of cash wants to lease it out. Now, if he leases it out to B for…

asked Jun 26 '12 at 16:19

Tabrez Ahmed

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Paying taxes to corrupt governments?

What are the rulings on paying taxes to governments that are corrupt? You know well that the money you give doesn't go to the government system, gets lost in the way and probably finds its way into the pockets of corrupt government officials.

asked Feb 06 '13 at 15:08

Noah

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