Belief & Doctrine



Beliefs of Islam, known as `Aqidah (creed or doctrine) or the Aspects of Iman (faith). All that pertain to the Unseen: Allah (God) and His Divine Attributes, Angels, revealed books of Allah, Prophets of Allah, the Hereafter, Destiny (the Divine Decree) and Resurrection after death.


Explanation of Makruh

In the recent past I heard from various personnel that they say “There is no Makruh as such” there is only haram and halal… Continue reading

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Having only sons

Is it true that if you have a daughter first, your marriage is more blessed than having a son first? Continue reading

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A non-Muslim’s question regarding Islam

My older sister is going to marry someone who is willing to revert to Islam and become a Muslim. But before that he has a question… Continue reading

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Imam Bukhari’s view on Allah’s Voice

Shaykh can you kindly explain how we interpret Imam Bukhari’s stance as quoted by Ibn Hajar al-Asqalani… Continue reading

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Questions from my 6 year old

What is the ruling on dinosaurs in Islam? Continue reading

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Prayer for non-Muslims who have passed away

Does a good non-Muslim who believes in God have the chance to go to heaven? Continue reading

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Supplication of the Prophet (s)

Was the Prophet (sallAllahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) commanded by Allah to make du’a for certain things such as certainty, pardon, forgiveness, etc… Continue reading

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Were the Ancestors of the Prophet (s) Believers?

Were the ancestors of the Prophet (s) believers? Continue reading

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About Bahai Faith as Opposed to Islam

Was Baha’ullah,the founder of the Bahai Faith a Sufi? What is the Muslim view on the Bahai faith? Continue reading

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Is Ghoon allowed in Islam?

I just wanted to know if the practice of ghoon is allowed in Islam? I know it is common in Shias, but is it an act that is forbidden in Islam?… Continue reading

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