Quran, Hadith & Dua · Subtopic
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 18 of 21
- Ask Imaam19 Feb 2002
Can small children handel quran with out ablution
Assalamualikum, My Son is 7 years old and had just started reading quran with teacher. Is it compulsory that he do wahu to read it. Also can infant…
for: Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam14 Feb 2002
Is it permissible to touch the translation of the Qur’aan without Wudhu?
In principle, if the actual verses of the Qur?aan are more than the commentary, then it is not permissible to hold the Qur?aan without Wudhu. If the…
- Ask Imaam12 Feb 2002
You have mentioned that no more than 3 can participate in a Nafl Jamaat per the Hanafi Madhab. If there are several people in the Masjid, does this mean we need to make separate Jamaats of 4 each?
(Please refer to your response to Q4520). During the last nites of Ramadan, there are many people (in excess of 30) who spend the nite in the…
for: Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam9 Feb 2002
Now we know which Hadith is Saheh, Hasan and Zaeef. Why not all the four Matahib can be unite to one taking from four matahib which is nearest to Quran and Saheh Hadith.
The base of Matahib was Quran and Hadith. Perhaps in past not all the Hadith were known to each Imam that is why they concluded the different rules…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam31 Jan 2002
About Quran Majeed
as-salaam-ailikum According to my parents and other adults, one (Muslim) should try to recite Quran everyday because Quran in your house should not…
Qari Ismail Abdul-Aziz - Ask Imaam30 Jan 2002
Any Hadith-e-Qudhsi regarding following the Sunnah of Rasool SA. What does Quran and Saheh Hadith say about following the Sunnah of Rasool SA and Sahabas RA?
I have some relatives; they do not follow sunnah at all. On the top of that they say it is not important at all, following sunnah is not necessary,…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam26 Jan 2002
Some Islamic book stores sells the Holy Quran in 30 booklets, where each booklet consists of one Juz. Does a person need wudu when you only touch or keep or just reciting out of one of these booklets.
Another question: For a woman that studies Hafiz, can she hold one of these booklets when she has her Ghuid. If not, what do you suggest for a woman…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam22 Jan 2002
About Reciting Quran.
If one is memorizing the Quran and he needs to keep revising his lessons frequently, can he recite suraa?s while he is not ?clean/pure? and his…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam20 Jan 2002
Assalam O Allaecum Could it is possible that one gain so knowledge of Quran and hadithes that he becomes fifth Imam
Is there any indication in Quran and hadith that there could be only four imam. Why after four imams no imam comes. Also what is the difference…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam18 Jan 2002
Are there any Ahadith regarding wearing of a head covering by men (1) at all times, (2) during Salaat (prayer), (3) while reading or listening Qur'an, (4) while eating?
Please list your response for each of the above cases.
Mufti Bilaal Cassim - Ask Imaam16 Jan 2002
Surah Dahr
Wat is the meaning of Surrah Dahr? is Surah Dahr also called "Al-Insan"? What is durood and salams? I knoe what durood is but What is salams? Thank…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam16 Jan 2002
Are there any Sahabas (RA) mentioned by name/title in Quran? Is there any thing in Quran regarding the greatness of Sahabas (RA)?
I heard that there are 17 things that Omer RA wanted to do and Allah made those things Shariat (Law). Some of those things are; Parda (Hijab),…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam16 Jan 2002
Is it permitted to read the translation of the quran without wudu where the arabic and translation is side by side?
If a person reads such a translation wherein the actual Qur'aan is more than the translation, then it is not permissible hold the Qur'aan without…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam14 Jan 2002
What was the role of Prophet Muhammad (Peace and Blessings of Allah be upon him)?
Did he have the ability to declare what is halal and haram? What about the verses in the Qur'an that state Muhammad did not have the authority to…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam7 Jan 2002
The Imam in our Masjid, has said that starting to pray 2 rakaat Sunnah of Fajr, when Iqamat is being called is strictly against any Madhab, as it causes Ikhtelaaf (confrontation) with the Imam.
He suggested, if someone must pray these two rakaats, to pray outside the main hall, because when ?Khat Kha Matis Salaat? is called, it becomes…
Moulana Imraan Vawda - Ask Imaam5 Jan 2002
assalaamu 'alaikum question regarding ramadhaan itikaf & witr with imaam-e-haram makkah
Is the practice of sitting in Itikaaf full month of Ramadan an innovation? What if someone does this continuously every year? During Ramadhan in…
Moulana Imraan Vawda - Ask Imaam31 Dec 2001
What is the proper way of reading Quran..?
AssalaamOalaikum! What is the proper way of reading Quran..? Can one read the Quran without having the Zudhu'h ? How shall we sit, and positioning…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam21 Dec 2001
Can you please tell me the quote where it says in the quran to pray 5 times daily.
Allah Ta'ala states in the noble Qur'aan, 'Obey Allah and Obey the Rasul (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam). The fact that Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi…
Moulana Imraan Vawda - Ask Imaam15 Dec 2001
I start crying when I read/hear Quran or when I hear the name of Allah!
AssalamOalaikum! Dear Imam, Everytime I hear someone reciting the Holy Quran, or when I hear the name of Allah (s.w.t), tears go running off my…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam15 Dec 2001
Can a lady read quraan with her ankels ,hands showing?
A female may recite the Quran with her ankles and hands open. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai FATWA DEPT.
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam13 Dec 2001
Assalam alaikum wa rahmatullah Is shaving head and mustaches is Sunnath? JazakAllah wa khairum -Muneer
Rasulullah (SAW) shaved his hair only once during Haj. It is therefore permissible to do so. Hadhrath Ali (RA) used to shave his hair often.…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam10 Dec 2001
When reading Quran, should sajda tilaawat be recited immediately after the respective aayah or can one wait until the Quran is complete?
Please explain why it's performed, how it should be perfomed and whether listening to an aayah on radio (for eg. Sura Iqra) also necessitates the…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam8 Dec 2001
Can we do zikr of Ayats from the Qur'an (see details) instead of or inaddition to, the common zikr of SubhanAllah, Astaghfirullah, etc.
Ayats like -- LA-ILAHA ILLA ANTA SUB'HAANAKA INNI KUNTU MINAZZALLIMEEN! INNA LILLAHI WA INNA ILAYHI RAAJI'OON! ALLAHU LA ILAHA ILLA HUWAL HAYYUL…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam8 Dec 2001
Followers of 4 Imams
Most of the Indian, Pakistanis are Hanafi, and Middle Eastern are Shafi and Hambli. Why is that? Did Mohammed Bin Qasim RA brought Hanafi beliefs to…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam6 Dec 2001
Please provide the Hadith about the recitation of, LA HAWLA WALA KHUWWATA ILLA BILLAHIL ALIYYIL AZEEM.
Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam ) referred to the dua- LAA-HAWLA (There is none to remove from sins) -WALAA (and non to) QUWWATA- ILLAH-…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam30 Nov 2001
Assalamu alaikum, Please clarify with evidences from scholars regarding the punishment Allah(SWT) inflicted on some jews, turning them into Apes/Swines, & splitting of the moon by our Prophet(SAW).
I believed them to be literal events but a brother informed me of alternative explanations. He gave the following as proof that Allah (SWT) did not…
Mufti Muhammad Kadwa - Ask Imaam15 Oct 2001
About tafseers and hazrat dhul-kifl
assalaamu alaikum mufti saheb, 1) i would like to know why some classical tafseers are preferred over others , ie what is the criteria for rating…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam8 Oct 2001
What are the benefits of reciting Surah Waqia?
This surah is supposed help with obtaining employement or with job security, is this true? What are the related Ahadith regarding this Surah?
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam20 Sep 2001
seeking info on increasing (how to) knowledge.
as salama 3laykum warahmatulahi wabarakatu Dear Brother: I am currently in a university in Canada and have suddenly been overwhelmed with the need…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam12 Sep 2001
Can you please tell me where I can obtain this book (Hifzul Imam) so I can clear up this issue once and for all. Jazakhallah Khair
Assalamu Aleikum..With reference to Fatwa 3195 I recently printed out the fatwa and distributed it at a brewlvi mosque. However the people said that…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam11 Sep 2001
How do I discard old Qura'n or pages or flyers with Ayats from the Qura'n (most commonly Bismillah) written on?
It should be wrapped in a clean piece of cloth and buried. (Fataawa Mahmoodiya vol.1 pg.17) and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai FATWA…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam7 Sep 2001
Is ear piercing haraam for men in Islam? If so y?.I would like to have Hadith / Quran quotes as evidences.
pls reply to my question into my inbox at zzayip@yahoo.com
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam15 Jul 2001
I humbly invite your scholars to have a public discussion about Shia'ism with actual Shiah scholars.
Assalamu Alaikum, After reading many of the answers to questions about Shia'ism on your website, I was amazed at how far off your scholars are from…
Shaykh Taha Karaan - Ask Imaam30 Jun 2001
Why does the Quran say: "We"?
Why does the Quran say: "We" for example, "it is He Who Makes the stars (as beacons)for, that you may guide yourself, with their help, through the…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam30 Jun 2001
Asalamuilikum. I am learning Hanafi mathaahib. Please tell me good books to study the Hanafi Law. I live in US and I am 18 years old. I want to learn as much as I can, I learn best from books.
I understand that I should choose one school of thought so I chose Abu Hanifah. I would appreciate it if you would tell me about books that give…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam24 Jun 2001
Can I give a copy of the Arabic/English Quran to a non-Muslim? How do I address the issue of Paak/Napaak (clean/unclean)?
If a non-Muslim is sincerely interested in Islam and wants to read the translation and commentary of the Qur'aan, he/she should be advised to…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam24 Jun 2001
What proof is it that Salafis are wrong? You said that taqleed is compulsory.
Give hadith on it. Why not then do taqleed to Ahmed Raza Khan- You said it's compulsory.
Khalid Dhorat - Ask Imaam22 Jun 2001
Are there any true Mujtahids these days?
Jazakhallah Khair. Please see detailed notes. With reference to question 103 regarding Mujtahideen, you say "The Úlama of today do not qualify to be…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam22 Jun 2001
In what way has Mawdudi erred in belief? Is it true that Sir Syed Ahmed Khan had made errors in islamic aqeeda?
Kindly refer attached, 'A Letter to a Pious Friend' Was salaam for: Mufti Ebrahim Desai A LETTER TO A PIOUS FRIEND CRITICISM AND THE RIGHT OF…
- Ask Imaam19 Jun 2001
Who are the Habashis? Are they a deviant sect?
We do not know Habashis as a sect. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai FATWA DEPT.
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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