General Fiqh (Islamic Law)
There should separate from every division of them a group [remaining] to obtain understanding in the religion and warn their people when they return to them that they might be cautious.
(9:122 / Sahih International)
Wiping face after Qunoot in Salah
Despite commonly practiced and performed at masjids, the wiping of face after Qunoot in Salah is NOT sunnah, and is in fact considered Makruh (disliked). […]
Will your prayers be broken if someone walks in front of you?
According to the ahhadith of Ahlul-Bayt (as) and the Scholarly opinions, to guard your area of prayers is recommended and Sunnah, however does not break your prayer. We see a beautiful tradition below summing it [...]
Why the Adhaan was changed
Have you ever wondered what the agenda for certain people to remove “hayya ‘ala khayr al-‘amal” ( حي على خير العمل) (Hasten to the best of deeds) from the adhaan? […]
Why Crescent must be sighted despite Astronomers News
According to many Fuqaha (Legal Scholars), such as Sayed Sistani, Makarim Shirazi and Sayed Sadiq Shirazi, – the beginning of the lunar month must be confirmed by the appearance of crescent on the horizon in [...]
Why Ali (as) did not harm Aisha
Although the blood of anyone who wages war against the Rightful Caliph and Imam of the time is Halal, and can be killed – or taken captive – we ask the question: why did Ali [...]
Which night is Laylat ul-Qadr?
There are many hadiths that speak about laylat ul-Qadr, so we shall analyse some of the reliable hadiths to understand which of the night(s) of the Month of Ramadhan it is. 1st Night of the [...]
What to recite behind the Imam of Prayers
The Question is often asked, what are we supposed to say/think when behind the Imam of prayer in congregational prayers? It is necessary for the follower to recite all the things of the prayers himself, [...]
What food/drink is best to break fast with?
What is the most desirable thing to break your fast with? Of course, in most conditions it is best to pray before breaking your fast (see this article), however what is the most recommended and [...]
Turning the Ring during Qunoot?
Many Shias turn an agate/aqeeq (or other stone) ring around during Qunoot (hands raised in suplication after end of second surah in second cycle/rak’ah) and turn it back around after they finish Qunoot. Is there [...]
Three Surah’s in One Ruk’ah?
There are two sets of two Surah’s in the Qur’an that are joint or connected to the extent that one cannot be recited without the other. When reading them, particularly in Salah, we must read [...]
The Qunoot of Imam al-Ridha (as)
On the anniversary of the birth of Imam al-Ridha (as), we look at an incident found in a reliable hadith, where the Imam (as) made a special supplication in his Qunoot that shook the ground. [...]
The punishment of one who belittles Salah.
Abu Baseer said: "I entered upon Um Hameeda to console her for the passing of Abu Abdillah (as) [Imam al-Sadiq (as)], and she cried and I cried because of her crying. She then said: "Oh [...]
The Importance of Suhoor (Breakfast before Fasting)
Is Suhoor, or the waking up for breakfast before Fajr, an act that is just to help us through our fast – or is it something recommended? Is there more merit in doing it during [...]
The first prayer of the Prophet (sawa) and its reasons
Why do we bow down, prostrate, and say things like “Kadhalikullahu Rabi” after Surat Al-Ikhlas? Imam Al-Sadiq (as) explains the first prayer of the Prophet (sawa) in the Heavens in the presence of His Lord. [...]
The Basis of Islam are Five..
“Abu Ja'far (as) has said, ‘Islam is based on five issues. It is based on prayer, charity (al-Zakat), Hajj, Fasting and al-Wilayah.’ Zurara has said, ‘I then asked the Imam, “Which of these is more [...]
Standing up when hearing the name of al-Qa’im (aj)
Have you ever wondered why the Shia all around the world, stand and put their hands on their head at the mention of al-Qa’im? […]
Slandering Non-Muslims
Many suggest it is permissible to slander someone simply based upon the fact that they are not Muslims, even if not provoked in any such way. But do the Imams (as) sanction this? [...]
Sincerity in Salah – advice from Imam al-Sadiq (as)
Imam al-Sadiq (as) said: "When you arrive at the door of the mosque, know that you have come to the door of a great King. No one may walk into His Courtyard save the purified, [...]
Sense of Humour of the Prophet (sawa) & Imam Ali (as)
Some people suggest joking around or telling funny stories is completely forbidden. The Prophet (sawa) himself used to make jokes. Here is an authentic hadith from Al-Kafi: […]
Saving water in Wudhu & Ghusl
Many times we are heedless of wasting water during wuhdu (ablution) or ghusl (shower). There are a few hadiths left behind for us by the infallibles as a guide to see how much water we [...]
Salawat in the Adhan
Recently, we heard a Shia Sheikh, who was formally a 'Sunni', claim that there is no proof that we should say the salawat (Allahumma salli 'ala Muhammadin wa Ale Muhammad) after saying the second testimony [...]
Salams OR Merry Christmas!?
How do we respond to greetings from Non-Muslims, and can we congratulate them on their festivals? […]
Renewing your Wudhu (Ablution)
It is strongly recommended to always remain in Wudhu, but should someone renew it even though he does not need to?.. […]
Rejecting Hadiths
Ever seen a hadith you just don’t like? Doesn’t sit well with you? you feel like its extravagant? Can’t be true?…. Don’t be too hasty brothers and sisters. Do not reject a hadith you do [...]
Rejected Prayers
“Abu ‘Abd Allah, ‘Alayhi al-Salam, has said that for Salat (prayer) an angel is assigned and he has no other task to perform. When one completes a Salat (prayer), the angel takes it and ascends [...]