Q: What is the difference between a Rasool and a Nabi? A. Imam Fakhruddeen Raazi has explained the differences between a Rasool (prophet) and a Nabi (messenger). A Rasool is one who has performed miracles and has received a new Divine book. He establishes a new code of law (Shar'iah) and abrogates the previous code …
CLARIFICATION ON THE MURABITUN MOVEMENT In an earlier answer pertaining to the nature and origin of the Murabitun group it was stated that this group regarded non-Muslim countries as Darul-Harb or enemy territory, as a result of which they consider it permissible to loot and rob in these countries. Subsequent to this answer, we have …
Q: Are the Shia raafidah sect declared kuffar (disbelievers)? A: Shias are kaafiers (disbelievers) because they reject the present Quran, claiming that it is incomplete, they insult Abubakr and Umar (radhiyallahu anhuma), and they slander Our Mother Ayesha (radhiyallahu anhaa). These and many other kufr beliefs are quite clearly mentioned in the Shia books. …
Q: Who are Mormons? Can you prove that Islam is true or their religon is wrong through their book? A: Mormonism is an offshoot of Christianity. Its followers, called Mormons, believe that Jesus Christ appeared to one Joseph Smith of America in 1820 commanding him to restore his teachings. They also believe in the Trinity and …
Q: Please give me three reasons a Muslim might put forward to support his or her belief that Islamic law (shari'a) cannot be made by humans, but must come from Allah. A: Here are a few reasons to prove that Shari'ah is Divine and not man-made. Before proceeding we need to understand that Shari'ah …
Q: A Hindu Atheist made this statement: I'd rather go to hell than be with your Allah. He's nothing but a vengeful bully. (May Allah save us from such statements). What is your response? A: Perhaps you are not aware of the meaning of Allah. Allah is the Arabic word for God, which Hindus …
Q: Please could I have a view and opinion on the Murabitun movement? A. The Murabitun is a sect that claims to belong to the Shadhili/Qaadiri spiritual order, yet the activities and beliefs of this sect do not conform to the true Qaadiri Soofies, as is mentioned further on. This group was founded by …
Q: Can we ask the Prophet sallallahu alaihi wa sallam directly for help? A: It is Haraam to ask the Holy Prophet directly for anything. Yes it is permissible to go to his grave and ask him to intercede for one by Allah, or ask him to make Du'aa for one by Allah. But this …
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Q: Can we ask the Prophet sallallahu alaihi wa sallam directly for help? A: It is Haraam to ask the Holy Prophet directly for anything. Yes it is permissible to go to his grave and ask him to intercede for one by Allah, or ask him to make Du'aa for one by Allah. But this …
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Q: What is the proper way to seek intercession of the Prophet (peace be upon him) and deceased saints? A: One can make Du'aa to Allah and ask Allah to grant needs in the Name of Our Rasool (Sallallaahu Alayhi wa Sallam) or through the Medium of Our Rasool. This is permissible and is proven …
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