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Hadith & Authentication
821 fatawa from 6 South African Darul Iftas on Hadith & Authentication, part of Quran, Hadith & Dua. Newest first; every fatwa links to the page where its Darul Ifta published it.
Subtopics are grouped from each Darul Ifta’s own categories and the fatwa titles, so the count is approximate.
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Hadith & Authentication fatawa — page 17 of 21
- Ask Imaam6 Jul 2002
Is there anything in the Quran which says people of the book are not allowed to enter Jannah?
I am aware that ultimately it is Allah's decision, but I was wondering if the Quraan provided a straightforward answer to this issue. Reading the…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam2 Jul 2002
How many Prophets are mentioned in Quran and what are their names?
Approximately 20 (twenty) Prophets are mentioned in the Quran. Was salaam Mufti E Desai
Mufti E Desai - Ask Imaam27 Jun 2002
Is it permissible for me to perform Asr salaat at time when it commences according to Imaam Shafi'i ?
The time of Asr prayer commences only sortly after the timings for my job starts. The next break i have is only after maghrib. Is it permissible for…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam20 Jun 2002
Are there qoutes from jews,Adam,Abraham, in the Quraan by Allah are these the word of God? Also am I still muslim by asking this question?
Allah has related the words of Anbiyaa (Alayhimus salaam) etc. in the Quran by way of Hikaayah (narrative), i.e. their exact words have not been…
Mufti Bilaal Cassim - Ask Imaam20 Jun 2002
Is "Reliance of the Traveller" a good resource? How does the Shafi'i madhab differ from other ones?
In question 2483 someone stated that the "Reliance of the Traveller" states gambling is lawful. I bought the book to give me answers on fiqh…
Shaykh Taha Karaan - Ask Imaam19 Jun 2002
I would like to know how take faal out of the Quran, and what are the methods to do it, please explain in detail.
Faal simply means to take a good omen, for example, Allah Ta'ala mentions that He granted Moosa (Alayhis salaam) victory over the tyrant Fir'awn.…
Moulana Imraan Vawda - Ask Imaam15 Jun 2002
Please explain the asbabun nuzul of ayat19-20 surat Taubah, as well as verse 41
1. Imaam Baghawiy (RA) has recorded a narration of ibn Abbaas (Radhiallaahu Anhu) that on the occasion of Badr (first battle fought by the Muslims…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam14 Jun 2002
Is it permissable to hold a piece of paper which has'bismillah...' written in arabic, without wu'du?
One may hold the paper, but the hands should not touch the actual text. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Moulana Imraan Vawda FATWA DEPT. CHECKED AND…
Moulana Imraan Vawda - Ask Imaam8 Jun 2002
The day was 11, month was 9 - building contains 110 floors. Now, remember the figure. (11 - 9 - 110) Open the Holy Quran. In Juz` # 11, Surah # 9, Aayat # 110.
Assalam-u-alaikum Mufti Sahib Recently there has been a ridiculous e-mail going around. ---------------------------- Now days, there is a hot issue…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam4 Jun 2002
I read quran daily for 2hr,Now a days Iam unable to maintain - unable to keep the wadu for long time or wadu breaks wudu
AsAk I read quran daily for 2hr,Now a days Iam unable to maintain(unable to keep the wadu for long time or wadu breaks ) wadu .If I stop reading…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam28 May 2002
i want to read easy and concise interpretation of holy quran. which tafsir should i read? what do you say about tafsir by alllama shabbir usmani in 3 volumes
assalam alaikum, allah hafiz
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam23 May 2002
I would like to know if the Hanafi Fiqh book "Hedaya" is a good resourcw?
The Hanafi Fiqh book, Hidaaya, is widely accepted by Hanafi scholars and jurists around the world. The author's name is Ali Abul Hasan, Burhanuddeen…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam23 May 2002
I just wanted to know if any kind of Hadith related the science or any sahaba or person asking about the sun star
1-I just wanted to know if any kind of Hadith related the science or any sahaba(R.A) or person asking about the sun star and making of earth and…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam17 May 2002
Please comment on the source, validity, and authors of the following books:Reliance of the Traveller Behishti Zevar Are these based on the Hanafi school of thought?
The Reliance of the Traveller is a translation of 'Umdat as-Salik by Ibn Naqib, a student of Imam Taqiyy ad-Din as-Subki. It presents the mu'tamad…
Shaykh Taha Karaan - Ask Imaam16 May 2002
I heard that one of the signs for coming of Imam Mehdi would be that there will be a Solar eclipse during Ramadan. Is there any evidence to it?
I have read the attached information and here are my comments: A narration does appear in some books of hadith that a dual eclipse shall occur…
- Ask Imaam14 May 2002
Is it permissible to recite kalma , Qurani ayats, duas when partially naked ( wearing shorts)?
The area between the navel and knee for a male is Satr (to be compulsorily covered). It is not permissible to have that area open in front of anyone…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam14 May 2002
how to become a Hafiz?I cannot go to a school or institution for this. can you point me to some basic steps or guidelines to follow in becoming a hafiz.
AOA, i want to hifz Quran Sharif. I cannot go to a school or institution for this. can you point me to some basic steps or guidelines to follow in…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam7 May 2002
In the Holy Quraan it mentions "We." eg:(We have perfected your religion for you) Who does this "We" refer to-is it Allaah alone or Allaah and the Angels or who???
In Arabic, at times, a singular is expressed in plural due to many reasons. One possible reason is to express strength and power. Allah is One but…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam7 May 2002
The Holy Qur’an and many ahadith clearly state that we must enjoin the good and forbid the evil if we are to be of those who believe. Please comment on the following opinion:
This verse is a general verse and is supported by a hadith of Hadhrat Aysha (RA) who was strongly of the opinion that this verse implied enjoining…
Mufti Muhammad Kadwa - Ask Imaam6 May 2002
My question is regarding Muslims congratulating kafirs on their religious holidays.
Assalamu ALaikum Mufti Sahib, A brother who follows the Shafi'i madhab says that it is not haram for him to congratulate and greet kafirs on their…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam3 May 2002
Do you know any school(s) in United States where an adult "girl" could become hafiz?
There is a Darul Uloom in Buffalo, America. You may find their details perhaps in the directory. Contact them for further assistance. and Allah…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam2 May 2002
is there any hadeeth or holy book that says a person can b forgiven by repenting 2 Allah only if he curses any1 in private?
I still want 2 know
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam2 May 2002
There are people claiming that you have to take Ahad Hadeeth into Aqueedah if it Sahih.
What is the Daleel for only taking Mutawatir Hadeeth into one's belief.
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam1 May 2002
1.s it true that some aayahs which were revealed by Allah (swt) were told not to be included in the Quran? 2.Shafis come and make me the imam without takbir
Assalamoaaikum respected Mufti sahab! Is it true that some aayahs which were revealed by Allah (swt) were told not to be included in the Quran by…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam1 May 2002
re: beards - then why is Ibn 'Umar`s action used to prove sharee beard length but we are prevented from copying him in ‘Umrah or Hajj?
Mufti saab, in your reply to Q4882 you have stated that the sayings and actions of the Sahaaba is proof for sharia and it is an established…
Moulana Muhammad ibn Moulana Haroon Abbassommar - Ask Imaam26 Apr 2002
Fiqh masails for shafi in hanafi area
a. If the number of people are less than 40 at Juma should a Shafi follower in a Hanafi area read Zuhr or say Juma with less than 40 in the jamaat?…
Shaykh Taha Karaan - Ask Imaam22 Apr 2002
Is listening to Quran a sign of end of time
I read in a book that listening to Quran like music is a sign of end of time . I like to listening to the Quran (Surah Ya Sin ) while working , it…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam22 Apr 2002
Do hanafi followers go into sajdah with knees first or hands first? Do they say Ameen aloud after surah Fatiha in each raka? Where do they place their arms when stading.. below navel or above?
1. When going into Sajda, the knees should be placed on the ground before the hands. We are not aware of any differences of opinion in this ruling.…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam10 Apr 2002
Shaafi'ee Madhab questions -
1. I belong to the Shafee Mathhab, If I dont say dua-e-qunoot in my fajr salaat will it invalidate my salaat. I mean do i have to say Dua-e-Qunoot…
Shaykh Taha Karaan - Ask Imaam4 Apr 2002
Some people pray 2 Rakaat while the Khutbah is going on, during Friday prayers. Which is more important? Please explain while quoting the related Ahadith. Also comment on the Nafl before Maghrib.
In some Masjids in the Saudi Arabia, they allow as much as 10-20 minutes to pray Nafl (2 rakaats) before the Maghrib Salaat. Please provide the…
Moulana Muhammad ibn Moulana Haroon Abbassommar - Ask Imaam4 Apr 2002
Shafi madhab and correspondence course in islam
Dear Muhtaram Mufti Assalamu alaikum I would like to know if there are any dar ul ulooms which teach Shafi madhab in UK, South Africa etc. I would…
Shaykh Taha Karaan - Ask Imaam26 Mar 2002
Assalaamu Alaikum Mufti Sahib, I am sorry to say that I am not satisfied with your answer 5174. Without being argumentative I would like to submit the following for your kind consideration.
Conditions of covering of the private parts (Satar), wadu, taharat, etc, for salah and, naturally, leading salah are too well emphasized by the Holy…
Moulana Muhammad ibn Moulana Haroon Abbassommar - Ask Imaam25 Mar 2002
How can a husband whose wife has died (and he's become her non-mehram), pray for his wife for 'isal-e-sawab'?
In regard to your answer to Que.4938,someone asked me that there is a hadith that says that 'a husband/wife is a sadqa-e-jaariyaa for his/her…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam20 Mar 2002
about surah Nisa
Assalamu-alaikum A few months ago, we had a Muslim Student Association book sale. A lot of non-muslims came and asked questions and some of the…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam16 Mar 2002
(This is a re-sent, original query was not responded) Assalaamo Alaikum, you have erred in your response to question no.4844.
The Holy Prophet said: "The imam of a people should be the one who is the most versed in the Quran. If they are equal in their recital, then the one…
Moulana Muhammad ibn Moulana Haroon Abbassommar - Ask Imaam16 Mar 2002
In the Fajr Salaat, during the second rakaat, after standing up from Ruku, the Imam raised his hands and started making dua'.Please by quoting the related hadith, advise if this is permissible.
The dua' was made in Arabic.
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam13 Mar 2002
What is Taqleed? WHY SHOULD WE DO TAQLEED OF ONE OF THE 4 IMAMS? And why only the 4 imams?
THE SHARÉE ROLE OF TAQLID The essence of guidance is derived from the Holy Qurãn - "Hudan li al-Nas" ("A Guidance for Mankind). But this guidance…
- Ask Imaam12 Mar 2002
If Ramadaan has commenced, and you have not compelted the Quraan. Should one continue until completion or start a fresh in Ramadaan.
If Ramadhaan commenced and one did not complete the Qur'aan then should he/she should complete that recitation and thereafter commence with another…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam7 Mar 2002
Salaam: Does it state in the Quran that one should pray 5 times a day? If it does not, then why doesnt it?
Since according to one of the pillars of Islam, we must pray 5 times a day without exception or excuse. I know it states Asr, Maghrib and Fajr times…
for: Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam25 Feb 2002
Assalaamo alaikum, I am writing in regard to your fatwa "A person who has a Shar'ee beard will be preferred over the Hafiz who does not have a Shar'ee beard."(Answer 4844)
I am a Syrian Muslim and an imam in a local Musjid. To the best of my knowledge the Holy Prophet sallallahu 'alyhi wa sallam has not specified a…
Moulana Muhammad ibn Moulana Haroon Abbassommar
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