Chapter 14
Moderation in Worship

Allah, the Exalted, says:

"Ta-Ha. We have not sent down the Qur'an unto you (O Muhammad (PBUH)) to cause you distress". (20:1,2)

"Allah intends for you ease, and He does not want to make things difficult for you"

Al-Adha Festival Sacrifice (Adaahi)

Volume 7, Book 68, Number 453:

Narrated Al-Bara:

The Prophet said (on the day of Idal-Adha), "The first thing we will do on this day of ours, is to offer the ('Id) prayer and then return to slaughter the sac

The Ruling Concerning Celebrating Birthdays.

Question:

What is the ruling concerning celebrating birthdays?
Answer:

Celebrating birthdays has no source whatsoever in the pure shariah. In fact, it is an innovation, since the Messenger of Allah (s

The Wisdom Behind Prohibiting Men from Wearing Gold

Question:

What is the reason behind prohibiting men from wearing gold? We know that the religion of Islam forbids only the things that are harmful for the Muslim. So what is the harm in a man w

Using Shoes as a Sutrah

Question:

What is the ruling upon using shoes as a sutrah?
Answer:

There is no problem, except if there is something apparent upon them from impurities or harm, then do not use them as a sutrah, because the Prophet sallAl

Chapter 47
Signs of Allah's love for His slaves and the efforts for its Achievement

Allah, the Exalted, says:

"Say (O Muhammad (PBUH) to mankind): `If you (really) love Allah then follow me (i.e., accept Islamic Monotheism, follow the Qur'an a

Successful are those who enter Islam and are content with enough

Praise be to Allah.
Peace of mind, contentment, happiness and freedom from worries and anxiety… these are what everyone wants, and these are the ways in which people can have a g

Kissing One's Hands or Putting One's Hand on the Heart after Giving Salaams

Question:

I see some people after shaking hands, they kiss their hands or they put their hand on their chest to show more love, so is this permissible? Benefit us may Allah

Fighting for the Cause of Allah (Jihaad)

Volume 4, Book 52, Number 41:

Narrated Abdullah bin Masud:

I asked Allah's Apostle, "O Allah's Apostle! What is the best deed?" He replied, "To offer the prayers at their early stated fixed times." I as