Author

'Abd ur-Raḥmān al-Sumālī

is a graduate from the Islamic University of Madinah

24 contributions

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Video Prayer

Placing Hands After Ruku’

Shaykh Muhammad ibn Hadi al-Madkhali explains that placing the right hand over the left on the chest after rising from ruku’ has the same ruling as before ruku’. The Prophet ﷺ instructed that the hands be placed on the chest while standing, and standing includes both before and after ruku’.

September 7, 2016

Video Prayer

Raising the Voice in Dhikr After Prayer

Shaykh Salih al-Fawzan confirms that raising the voice in dhikr after prayer is a Sunnah. It was practiced by the Prophet ﷺ, his companions, and early generations. Ibn ʿAbbās noted that they could tell the prayer had ended by hearing the dhikr.

September 7, 2016

Video Innovation and Innovators

Between Us and You Are the Books of the Salaf

Shaykh Rabīʿ al-Madkhali urges Muslims to adhere to the understanding of the Salaf, which is accessible through their books and teachings. He challenges innovators by stating that the Salaf’s works clearly distinguish truth from falsehood, much like the Torah exposed the Jews in the Prophet’s time.

September 7, 2016

Video Principles of the Salafī Methodology

Yahya and Dammaj Have Attacked All Salafis

Shaykh Muḥammad ibn Hādī al-Madkhali condemns the two-faced behaviour of some who support Yahya al-Hajuri and Dammaj, revealing their slander and hostility towards Salafi scholars. He warns that such hypocrisy is more harmful than clear opposition and urges the preservation of respectful scholarly conduct.

September 7, 2016

Video Repentance, Patience and Steadfastness

Yahya al-Hajuri Needs to Repent

Shaykh ʿAbd al-Raḥmān Muḥī al-Dīn explains that Allah ﷻ is pleased with sincere repentance and expresses hope that Yahya al-Hajuri has repented. He clarifies that his statement is not criticism of Shaykh Rabīʿ, and urges all believers to seek forgiveness and good conduct.

September 7, 2016

Video Prayer

Attending a Funeral to Pray Against the Deceased

A student recounts a story of ʿUbayd ash-Shounizī attending the funeral of a Jaḥmite scholar. He explains that he attended not to honor him, but to pray against him, asking Allah ﷻ to punish him for his denial of key Islamic beliefs.

September 7, 2016

Video Ramaḍān and Fasting

The Sunnah of Sha’ban

Shaykh Muhammad Aman al-Jami explains that the true Sunnah is fasting Sha’ban completely or most of it, as the Prophet ﷺ did. The practice of fasting only the middle of Sha’ban and spending its night in worship is an innovation and not part of the Sunnah.

September 7, 2016

Video Principles of the Salafī Methodology

Accept Truth Over Your Shaykh

Shaykh Rabi stresses that if a shaykh makes a mistake, you must accept the truth even if it contradicts your shaykh. Do not follow blindly or become partisan. Criticism based on evidence and respect is allowed, and mistakes must be corrected regardless of status.

September 7, 2016

Video Character and Manners

Imitating Disbelievers Through April Fools Day

Shaykh Muḥammad ibn Ṣāliḥ al-ʿUthaymīn warns against participating in April Fools Day, describing it as a lie rooted in non-Islamic traditions and a form of imitation of disbelievers. He explains why it is prohibited and highlights the humiliation and harm it can cause to Muslims.

September 6, 2016

Video Recitation and Etiquettes

Saying “Sadaqa Allahu al-ʿAzim” After the Qurʾan

A clear response from Shaykh Ṣāliḥ al-Fawzān clarifying the ruling on saying “Sadaqa Allāhu al-ʿAẓīm” after finishing Qurʾān recitation. The answer outlines the legislated manners of recitation and explains that this phrase has no basis in the Sunnah.

September 6, 2016

Video Character and Manners

Beware of Lying and April Fools Day

A clear warning from Shaykh Muḥammad ibn Hādī al-Madkhalī against lying and participating in April Fools Day. The reminder explains why lying is a major sin, how it harms others, and why imitating non-Muslim practices in this matter is forbidden in Islām.

September 6, 2016

Video Parents and Children

How to Be Dutiful to Your Parents After Their Death

Shaykh Salih al-Fawzan explains the duties of a child after their parents’ death. This includes making duʿā, seeking forgiveness, fulfilling their wills and debts, maintaining family ties, and honoring their friends—actions that continue to benefit the parents even after they have passed.

September 6, 2016