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Shawwal Fast or Qadha’ Missed Ramadan Fasts? Which Should be Prioritized?
Syawal fasting is amongst the worship that follows Eid Al-Fitr and Ramadhan, it completes the Ramadhan fast and complements it, but Muslimah or even Muslim who missed couple of days of Ramadhan fasting frequently have concerns about two acts of worship: making up missed Ramadan fasts and fasting during Shawwal. With reference to scholarly opinions and reliable sources this article…
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Qana’ah and Ambition: Are They Opposing Concepts in Islam?
We frequently come across two ideas in daily life that appear to be mutually exclusive: ambition and qana’ah (contentment). While qana’ah encourages us to be content with what Allah has given us ambition pushes us to work toward improvement. The relationship between qana’ah and ambition is examined from an Islamic perspective in this article which cites a number of trustworthy…
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Fiqh of Zakat Profession and Calculation Procedure
Professional zakat is intended for professionals or workers who have income that has reached the nisab. Nisab itself is the lowest limit that has been determined by sharia which is used as a guideline in determining the obligation to pay zakat on income. For workers who get a monthly salary every month and especially if we are a Muslim, it…
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Seven Major Sins: Can Ramadan Truly Erase Them?
Ramadan is always eagerly awaited because it is known as a month full of blessings and the chance to erase sins. But is it true that all sins are instantly forgiven after Ramadan? Don’t be too quick to feel relieved! There are several important things we need to understand about how to erase sins properly, especially regarding the Seven Major…
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Unlock Fasting Benefits, Avoid Zero Reward
Fasting is not just about holding back hunger and thirst it holds countless fasting benefits for our spiritual and physical well-being. However, some people fast, yet their reward is zero! How is that possible? The Prophet ﷺ has reminded us in the hadith: رُبَّ صَائِمٍ لَيْسَ لَهُ مِنْ صِيَامِهِ إِلَّا الْجُوعُ وَرُبَّ قَائِمٍ لَيْسَ لَهُ مِنْ قِيَامِهِ إِلَّا السَّهَرُ “Many…
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Preparing Qurban for Eid al-Adha from the Month of Shawwal: What is the Ruling?
Muslims perform the act of Qurban (sacrifice) as a sign of obedience and thanksgiving to Allah ﷻ on Eid al-Adha one of the most important occasions in the Islamic calendar. According to several hadiths and Islamic teachings qurban is a highly recommended act of worship (sunnah muakkadah) for those who can afford it. What is the ruling on fattening the…
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Achieving Lailatul Qadr Without I’tikaf: Possible?
Who doesn’t want to receive its blessings on the Night of Lailatul Qadr? Just imagine, this one night of worship is better than a thousand months! But, what if we can’t do i’tikaf in the mosque? Can we still achieve the virtues of the Night of Lailatul Qadr? Let’s discuss it thoroughly! Laylatul Qadar Night: A Night Full of Mystery…
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Maximum Worship: Night in the Mosque During Ramadan
Ramadan is special, not only because of the fasting during the day, but also because there are precious moments at night. One of the practices that is often done in this blessed month is spending the night in the mosque during Ramadan to do i’tikaf. So, does i’tikaf have to be done for ten full days? What if it can…
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Sharing in Ramadan: Rewards Beyond Imagination!
Who doesn’t want to get a big reward in the month of Ramadan? This blessed month is a golden moment for all of us to share as much as possible. Starting from charity, giving food to break the fast, to helping others who are in trouble. In short, this is the right time to increase our acts of worship! Why…
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How to Calculate and How to Pay Zakat on Gold as Investment?
One of the zakat that needs to be paid is on gold and silver. So, if these two precious metals havereached the nishab and haul (one year of ownership) then the owner is obliged to pay zakat. In thecontext of gold zakah, what is required is investment gold, not jewellery gold. Why is gold and silver subject to zakah? Islam…
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