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in brief: Is there any hope of protection from the punishment of the Day of Judgment?

4212 2019/06/12 Practical

What is concluded by studying all the religious teachings is that the hope for Allah s mercy and the fear of punishment on the Day of Judgment are two complementary qualities which a believer should p

Which has more reward, reciting the Quran from a hard copy of the Quran, or reading it on a computer screen or on a mobile screen?

3960 2017/01/21 Exegesis

If it is proved that in common view reciting from the hard copy of the Quran is regarded as different from reciting it on a digital screen reciting a hard copy earns more reward but it does not seem t

Did the Holy Prophet (S) and the Infallible Imams (AS) combine the Noon and Afternoon prayers?

9415 2015/08/04 Practical

As evidenced by many traditions and reports in both Shiite and Sunni sources the Holy Prophet of Islam S offered Zuhr and Asr prayers; Maghrib and Isha prayers separately. It is also reported that the

Please let me how to get rid of masturbation?

8724 2015/01/05 Practical

Sin is like a foul-smelling swamp full of sewage; the more one sinks into it, the less he senses its smell, because he actually loses his sense of smell and can t tell that he is drowning anymore. At

Can you please introduce some methods in which we can improve and optimize our memory according to the traditions (Ahadith)?

10154 2014/04/20 Modern

We can classify those effective methods of enhancing and optimizing memory and comprehension into some divisions which are as follows: A ) Spiritual methods: 1. Remembering Allah ( by worshiping Him

Since it is superstitious to do the chelle practice in order to conceive a child, which supplications and prayers do you recommend in this regard?

6095 2014/02/12 Practical

Based on our research through hadith collections, we did not find any reference to the chelle practice for pregnancy. As for supplications for pregnancy, there are some points to be noted: 1-This wor

What are the manners of giving and receiving gifts according to the Holy Prophet (S)?

8784 2013/12/19 Practical

Among the normative conducts of the Messenger of the Holy Prophet ( S ) is giving and receiving gifts. However, based on the narrations reported from him, exchanging gifts should not be coupled with d

What are the etiquettes and traditions of the month of Rmadhan?

6035 2013/11/25 Practical

The holy month of Ramadhan and fasting in this month have certain etiquettes, manners and conditions some of which are as follows: 1. Sighting the moon: One of the conditions of the month of Ramadhan

What are the ways through which we can get familiar with the Quran?

5919 2013/11/25 Practical

If a person recites the Quran sincerely and contemplates over its verses and then acts upon them, the attraction of the Quran will increase in his heart and he will end up loving it.

What is the difference between Satan and the carnal soul?

11804 2013/11/11 Theoretical

Man s real identity which is called soul has numerous aspects and layers. Quran mentions its three states ( carnal, self-reproaching and peaceful ) . The carnal soul is formed when animalistic desire

What are the objects on which zakat is either obligatory or recommend? Is zakat payable on currency notes?

9310 2013/10/19 Practical

It is obligatory to pay Zakat on nine well-known things as mentioned in the Epistles of Islamic Laws. Also, there are certain things from which Zakat is mustahab ( recommended ) to pay, as stated in j

What measures have traditions prescribed for nervous relaxation and mental calmness?

7041 2013/04/18 Practical

If a person controls his nerves and temper, he does not get irritated and angry. This has been referred to in the verses and traditions as kazm al-ghayz ( lit. swallowing one s anger ) . God, the Exal

If cleanliness and marriage are so important that they constitute half of faith, as the (pbuh) said, what about prayer and fasting?

11406 2012/11/06 Practical

1. It has been narrated in the question from the holy Prophet ( pbuh ) that he said: Cleanliness is half of faith . Such a narration does not exist in hadith books or other Islamic sources. 2. What

What good deeds can we do that the dead will receive its reward?

10867 2012/10/20 Practical

By having patience when calamities befall us and pondering and thinking about the fact that everyone will leave this world someday, one can make the situation of losing a loved one easier to adapt to.

If haram property and corrupt environment leave a negative impact on humans, why did some people attain salvation despite living in such an environment?

11024 2012/09/25 Practical

Islam reprimands those who do not refrain from acquiring and consuming haram property since it leaves negative impacts on human s soul and heart as well as his family. Many sins are deeply rooted in m

Does God, the Exalted, forgive an adulterer?

6164 2012/09/25 Practical

Dear User, God, the Compassionate and the Merciful, has promised to forgive all the sins of the penitent, even the sin of associating with Him a partner. [ 1 ] It is necessary to note that repent

What is our duty towards street beggars?

20922 2012/09/03 Practical

It is good to help every beggar even if he is not poor but it is necessary to focus our attention on priorities keeping in view the fact that our financial resources are limited. In the present time i

Why is there less corruption in countries where there is no hijab as compared to the Islamic countries?

7235 2012/08/23 Practical

Your question can be studied from two perspectives: First, the existence of corruption in Islamic countries and then coming to the point that corruption in Islamic countries emanates from not implemen

Are there any guidelines in the Islamic sources about fashion and clothing?

8250 2012/07/15 Practical

Although Islam lays great emphasis on spiritual modesty of human beings ( clothing of piety ) , the outward clothing is also a bounty which God, the Exalted, has bestowed exclusively upon human beings

What is the proper method of making one’s actions match his knowledge?

6610 2012/06/21 Practical

According to fundamental Islamic teachings, knowledge is only beneficial when followed by good deeds and actions. However, we see that some scholars come short in regard to acting upon their knowledge

Do you get any sawab (reward) when you listen to a speech on Friday?

8242 2012/06/11 Practical

It is necessary for every Muslim to get acquainted with his religious obligations and know about his duty. [ 1 ] Therefore, a person will get sawab by listening to a speech that enables him to become

What are the effects of contentment on our lives and how do we distinguish it from stinginess?

42834 2012/05/14 Practical

Contentment has been defined as a resting of the mind without craving something else. The word qana ah which is the Arabic equivalent for contentment has been used to refer to satisfaction and happine

What is the Quran’s perspective on waste and extravagance?

58236 2012/05/09 Exegesis

The religion of Islam is the religion of life and its precepts and rules set the grounds for human felicity and success, both for the individual, as well as the society. Islam has brought forth a comp

Do any supplications exist for seeking forgiveness from people whose right we may have trampled?

6164 2012/04/14 Practical

The rights of the people are divided into two categories. The first of those relate to the rights that God has over the people; if one goes against such rights, then the path of rectifying this wrong

Is it bad to be alone in a room with a non mahram girl?

8761 2012/03/10 Practical

In religious teachings, one of the things man has been advised against in order to protect him from sin, is to be alone with a non-mahram. In his advice to Prophet Musa ( AS ) , Satan says: O Musa,

What should I do so that I do not sin when I am with my friends? And I don’t become mad and lose my temper while with them?

6790 2012/03/08 Practical

In order to remain calm when among your friends, family and relatives, you should keep count of your acts on a daily basis, try to have a good temper, stay away from bad friends, take your social posi

Why do the religious obligations such as prayer, fasting, hajj etc. not have visible effects?

7225 2012/02/18 Practical

All acts of worship including prayer, fasting and hajj have a lot of individual and social benefits and effects. One of the blessed effects of prayer is proximity to God and keeping us away from evil

Is it permissible to marry a married man without the consent of his spouse that might commit suicide or divorce if he doesn’t marry me?

6783 2012/02/15 Practical

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How can I counter spells?

8549 2012/02/15 Theoretical

Even though spells aren’t superstitious and may have substantial effects, not every person has the power to cast spells. Moreover, most individuals who claim to have the knowledge of casting spells ar

Should we maintain relations with relatives who act badly towards us in turn? If so, in what way should we do this?

7201 2012/02/15 Practical

The concept of ‘Silah al-Rahem’ means to maintain a relationship based on goodness and love with ones near relatives. It is religiously obligatory upon everyone and many positive effects have been lis

What does Islam recommend for a man to be cleaned and well-dressed?

9473 2012/02/14 Theoretical

Observing cleanliness is necessary everywhere and for all men and women. One should always keep his body and clothes clean and tidy. He should wash his hands and face every morning brush his teeth an

Where is it permissible to tell a lie?

20034 2012/01/30 Practical

Islam lays great emphasis on telling the truth and being truthful and it considers lying to be a wicked act. In many cases, lying has been described as being more evil than drinking wine. In spite of

There is a tradition in "Tohaful Uqool" according to which every lahv (vain pastime) is impermissible. Does it mean that all recreations and entertainments are prohibited according to Islam?

8952 2012/01/17 Practical

Although the term کل ملهو به [ everything that creates evil ] implies the prohibition of everything, if we go through the verses of the Quran and the traditions of the Infallibles ( a.s. ) , we will c

Please introduce a few methods of ibadat.

8773 2012/01/15 Practical

Ibadat means to express humbleness, obedience before Allah’s demands and following the divine rulings in our everyday life. Ibadat has levels; the highest being when it is performed along with ma’refa

What duties does a child have when it comes to parents?

9148 2011/12/21 Practical

The importance of fulfilling the rights of parents ( father and mother ) has been recognized by the Quran to be so high that in several verses, it has been demanded immediately after forbidding shirk

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