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Who is Part of Ahlul Bayt? (For Shi'as)
"Ahl" is a accusative masculine noun. In Arabic, it covers several meanings. It begins with Husband and wife. And if they have children, they become part of the "Ahl."
"Bayt" is genitive masculine noun and in Arabic it means lodging, household,…
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Can we wish non-Muslims "happy holi", "happy Diwali", etc.?
I am working in MNC software company. Over here all employees, mostly non-Muslims, wish each other with "Good morning" and "Good night". And during special festival with "Happy Holi", "Happy Diwali" etc.
So, is this allowed in Islam? Can we wish…
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Who is "we" referring to in the verse 41:12?
The word "we" that occurs quite frequently in the Quran is often ascribed to Allah under the premise that "we" is used to show respect or glorification (ref).
But what does it refer to in the verse 41:12?
And He completed them as seven heavens ...…
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Are there special cases in which meat not slaughtered in Islamic way is allowed to eat?
It is well known that Muslims are forbidden to eat meat which is not slaughtered in Islamic way. But, what is the rule for eating meat sold in public markets or public places in non-Muslim countries. For example, eating lunch at work place, school…
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What do we do about evil thoughts striking our heart? Will we be held accountable for them?
Sometimes in my heart I say things I don't want to say.
Is Allah going to hold me accountable for these?
What can we do about bad/illicit thoughts striking our heart?
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Do the teachings of Physics and Astronomy contradict the teachings of Islam?
Recently, scientists have discovered more evidence of the Higgs Boson particle. It would be the last piece of the Standard Model of particle Physics.
Basically, what they are trying to do here is find out why the Universe works the way it does, and…
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Is it ok to sacrifice a larger animal for aqeeqah?
Is it ok to sacrifice a larger animal (like a cow, ox, or buffalo) rather than a goat or a sheep for the purpose of aqeeqah?
If yes, then is it ok to divide the shares as two for the boy and the rest for others in the family, since a larger animal…
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Reference of hadith in Musnad Ahmed which states the wearing taweez/amulet is shirk?
What is the complete reference including volume and hadith number for hadith that states wearing amulet is shirk in Musnad Ahmed?
From Wikipedia: "An amulet is an object whose most important characteristic is the power ascribed to it to protect its…
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What is the difference between حَرَّمَ and نَهَى?
In the Qur'an, and throughout the hadith literature, there are numerous references to what is forbidden. However, I have noticed that what is often translated as the English word "forbade" seems to be two distinct words in Arabic:
حَرَّمَ, from…
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What is the real meaning and connotation of 'Jihad?'
From my days in a Christian seminary, I was taken to understand that there is a "lesser jihad" (the term most Americans assume is meant) and a "greater jihad" (which is the struggle against one's own sin.)
While the term has a clear connotation when…
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Is hijab obligatory in Islam?
Is hijab an obligation(wajib) in Islam?
And is it obligatory on upon governments to propagate and enforce it?
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Is singing permissible in Islam?
Is singing allowed in islam?
Is there any difference if the singer is a man or a woman?
What about if there is no music in the song?
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How many verses of Quran should be recited after al Fatihah in Jammah prayer?
I currently have another Muslim brother staying in my house. We have been praying some of our Salat together at home; sometimes he leads and sometimes I do.
Sometimes when he leads Maghrib or Ishaa, he recites Ayah al Kursi (and no other Ayat)…
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How to resolve a difference of opinion among scholars?
Most of the time, many scholars, even madhabds have difference of opinion. What does Islam says about it and what are the general opinion of scholars in this case that which ruling to follow? How to resolve the conflicts and how to accept specific…
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How does Islam deal with habitual beggary?
Some people take up beggary driven by physical disability and some, especially children, are forced to do it. On the other hand there are a lot of people who take up beggary out of laziness.
Islam mandates zakaat to help poor. Zakaat eliminates…
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