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Prayer
Shaykh Muqbil ibn Hadi al-Wadi’i explains that women may attend the mosque for Tarawih, but they must be without makeup and perfume. The Prophet ﷺ permitted women to go to the mosque only if they are unadorned and not attractive to others.
September 6, 2016
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Advice and Admonition
Shaykh Muhammad al-Uthaymin explains that when you make an oath, secretly say “In shā Allah ﷻ.” This makes it easier for you to fulfill the oath, and if it doesn’t happen, you won’t need to pay expiation. It’s a simple but powerful practice.
September 6, 2016
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Miscellaneous
A man earned money through singing before accepting Islam. After guidance, he asks whether this wealth is permissible to keep. Shaykh Muqbil ibn Hadi al-Wadi’i explains that since it was earned in a state of disbelief, it is allowed, and may be spent on needs or charity.
September 6, 2016
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Seeking Knowledge
Shaykh Muhammad al-Jami outlines the essential books a new student should begin with, covering ʿaqīdah, tafsīr, ḥadīth, and fiqh. He emphasizes memorization, studying with scholars, and gradually advancing from fundamentals to more detailed works.
September 6, 2016
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The Hereafter and Unseen
Shaykh Salih al-Fawzan answers nine common questions about the jinn, covering their sight, places, religions, attendance at gatherings, the concept of qarīn, and their need for provisions. He also clarifies what is known and what remains unknown in the religion.
September 6, 2016
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Pilgrimage
Shaykh Ibn Baz explains that Hajj is valid even if a person has debt, but clearing the debt should be prioritized. Hajj is only obligatory for those who are able, while repaying debt is obligatory, so one should settle debts first unless they can do both together.
September 6, 2016
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Prayer
Shaykh Salih al-Fawzan explains that the first Friday athan is legislated and was practiced by the Rightly Guided Caliphs. It was introduced by Caliph ʿUthmān, and though Ibn ʿUmar called it an innovation, scholars clarify it as a good linguistic innovation, not a religious one.
September 6, 2016
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Knowledge
Shaykh Muhammad al-Madkhali advises beginners to start with the fundamental sciences: Aqeedah, Tafsir, Hadith, Fiqh, Usul al-Fiqh, Usul al-Hadith, and the Arabic language. Once these are mastered, they can move on to advanced studies in stages.
September 1, 2016
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Quran
Shaykh Muqbil ibn Hadi al-Wadi’i explains that there is no prohibition for a menstruating woman to touch or read the Qur’an, nor to attend classes or lessons in the masjid. The hadith preventing this is weak, and the Prophet ﷺ allowed women to participate in most worship activities during menstruation.
September 1, 2016
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Quran
Shaykh Salih al-Fawzan explains that when someone greets you while you are reciting the Qur’an, you should finish the verse first and then reply. Greeting during recitation is not prescribed as it interrupts and disturbs the recitation.
September 1, 2016
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Knowledge
Shaykh Salih al-Fawzan advises that fatwa must be sought from trustworthy scholars known for their knowledge and piety. The recipient should avoid those who issue rulings without proper knowledge, and instead rely on established scholars who are firm and reliable.
September 1, 2016
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Quran
Shaykh Abd al-Aziz ibn Baz explains that there is a narration about the Companions reciting Surah al-Kahf on Fridays, but the hadith attributed to the Prophet ﷺ is weak. The companions’ practice indicates they heard something, but the evidence is not strong.
September 1, 2016