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What is the Islamic definition of 'trading' - Sunni view?

What is the Islamic definition of trade? I understand that Zakaat is not paid on Diamond jewelry, as long as the diamonds are not bought for trading purposes: Shaykh Ibn Baaz (may Allaah have mercy on him) said:Gold is the thing on which zakaah…
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What is the story behind the age of 40? Is it the age of Nabuwat?

In my childhood, We were told in books that when the prophet reached the age of 40, that is the age when prophethood is revealed, the Angel Gabriel appeared to him in the Cave of Hira. My question is, is there any evidence that 40 is the age of…
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Closing ears while making adhan(call to prayer)

Is it necessary to close the ears with fingers while making adhan(call to prayer)? I have one more question on this topic. What about turning the head right and left when saying hayyaa alas salah and falah? Please provide some references.
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Is any reference in the Quran about recreational hunting?

There are two types of hunting, first is for food, second is recreational. Nowadays mostly hunting is recreational (unless you live in a very remote area). I want to know if there is any reference from Quran about recreational hunting.
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Is it permissible to give an English name to a child in Islam?

Names seem to play an important role in a society. Most Muslims who come from the Middle East tend to use or already have Arabic or Islamic names, which may have roots in the Arabic language. However, there's a growing number of Muslims in the…
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Are angels Muslim? (Sunni View)

I understand that angels are definitely believers in some sense. But is it right to say statements like "I'm in the same religion as the angels"? There are big differences between Muslim humans and angels, but are angels considered Muslims? This…
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How to distinguish between strong and weak ahadith?

One of my friends asked me about a hadith collected in Abu Dawud. The hadith is located here: Narrated Abu Hurayrah: I heard the Apostle of Allah (peace be upon him) say: What is evil in a man are alarming niggardliness and unrestrained…
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Killing mosquitoes during Salaat

Can I use my hand to kill mosquitoes when they disturb me in Salaat? Because they keep on biting, breaking the concentration in salaat.
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Is it okay to backbite someone by talking to yourself?

Is it okay to backbite someone with one's self? For example, if I become very angry with someone, then I go to my room and talk to myself things like "Why is he so stupid?". Backbiting normally happens when you slander someone in their absence with…
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What are the sources supporting gender segregation in Islam?

I am familiar with references such as: Tell the believing men to lower their gaze and to be mindful of their chastity: this will be most conducive to their purity – (and,) verily, Allah is aware of all that they do. And tell the believing women to…
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How does Islam balance worship with other activities?

Is there a balance in how Muslims are encouraged to live their lives between worship and other pursuits? I am looking for answers that cover the following points: The relationship between worship, work, money, and family The Prophet (saws)'s…
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What does "Ummah" mean in Islam?

What does Ummah mean in Islam as we know there are many different groups with different ideas about Islamic rules which call themselves Muslim so how can you call it Ummah?
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What is "Gelatine (Plant)"? Is it halal?

I was shopping for snacks yesterday, and I saw a new product (not sure where from; I'm in Canada but as there was Chinese writing on the package I assume it was foreign). Among the ingredients was one listed as "Gelatine (Plant)". I know that…
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Sunnath Salat of Fajr

The prophet(PBUH) emphasized the importance of sunnath salat of fajr than other sunnath salats. Is it mandatory to pray sunnath salat of fajr during long travel? I can see some brothers are praying the sunnath salat of fajr when the jamaath salat is…
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What is the role of the brother in the family once the father is dead?

Backstory: Until fairly recently, my family used to be a very good one; an example to society of what a good functioning muslim family looks like. Me and my sister were doing extremely well in school and my father had a good job. However, a couple…
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