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  • The ten ways of reciting the Quran

    How come ten modes of recitation of the Qur'an are commonly publicized today whereas only seven (those from 'Aasim, Naafi, Ibn Katheer, Ibn Aamir, Aboo Amr, Hamzah and Al-Kisaa'iyy) were taught by the Prophet  sallallaahu  `alayhi  wa  sallam ( may  Allaah exalt his mention )? .. More

  • When Iblees was called Satan

    Is it a valid observation that Iblees was only begun to be referred to as Shaytaan after he refused to prostrate to Aadam as ordered by Allaah? Also, how could Iblees have gotten access to the Garden again to deceive Aadam and his wife after he (Iblees) had been previously expelled by Allaah? .. More

  • Menstruating woman may touch Quran with translation or interpretation

    You have stated in the Fatwa 81639, 85076, and 87869 that women can touch the Quran with translation or Tafseer if they have menses except Mushf one can you give me a Hadeeth or Quranic verse where you get that from. I just want a proof of it. may Allaah reward you for what you doing. Menstruating woman may touch Quran with translation or interpretation.. More

  • Moving back and forth while reading the Quran

    I have memorized 15 Juz', and while I am reading Quran I move back and forth. A few weeks ago someone told me it was wrong to do so because when the Jews read their bible they move while doing their worshipping. .. More

  • The rock mentioned in the Quran [31:16]

    What is the veracity of the stories of the "Sakhrah" (the rock) mentioned by Luqmaan to his son as quoted by Allaah in Soorah 31 verse 16 of the Quran, it not being in the heavens or on earth? These stories are sited by Al-Baghawee and others. .. More

  • Meaning of Quran [36:40]

    Did Allaah create day or sun first or night or moon? Is there evidence in Quran or Hadeeth or any Tafseer? Allaah Says: "Nor does the night forerun the day" (36:40). Does this Verse mean day comes first? .. More

  • Naasikh and Mansookh in the Quran

    I need to know about Al-Naasikh and Al-Mansookh in the Quran... More

  • Meaning of Quran [4:97-99]

    I want please to know the explanation of Ayah Number 99, page 84 in Surah An-Nisaa'. In addition to reasons for stating this Ayah... More

  • Virtues of memorizing the Quran

    I would like know the benefits of memorizing the glorious Quran and want you all to give me references from where I can also read and make it confirm. My main question is that if some one memorizes Quran is he sure of Paradise. Secondly by the wish of all will a Hafiz of Quran will be able to take any nos. (7 or 10) of people with him.. More

  • Meaning of Quran [41: 53]

    According to Verse 41:53 can it be interpreted that everybody before his death Allaah will make them feels that Quran is Truth? As the Verse says We will show them that Quran is Truth.Dr. Bilaal Philips interpreted this way in his book 'True religion of God'. But there is a Verse which says where message is not reached there is no punishment-see.. More

  • Feels vibration in his ear when listening to the Quran

    My question is a different one. Whenever I suddenly (not intentionally) listen to a recitation of the Quran or other spiritual calls/talks, then I feel a brief vibration on my left ear (sometimes on my shoulder). Why is this? It begun since I was 16, now I am 29... More

  • Wisdom of legislating divorce in the Quran

    I have read translation of a verse from Quran which I am not very sure about. I will be very grateful if you can clarify this for me. "But if you intend to replace a wife by another and you have given one of them a Qintar (of gold, i.e., a great amount as Mahr bridal money), take not the least bit of it back; would you take it wrongfully.. More

  • Hanging verses of the Quran in bedrooms

    Could you please light on the hanging Ayah of Quran, Ayah Al-Kursi', etc. Whether it is permissible or not and how much we have to respect. Like in the same room I hanged 99 name of Allaah and Ayah Al-Kursi' where I used to sleep, watching TV and changing cloths also. .. More

  • Allaah's Swearing by Himself in the Quran

    I want to know why Allaah is swearing by himself, Surah: 70 Ayah: 40. And I want to know if wearing shoes is Haraam? .. More

  • Reading chapter Al-Baqarah on purchasing property

    Please let me know what the consensus is for reciting Surah Baqarah in a new home or on the purchase of a new car, etc? Does recitation of this Surah prevent evil? Please mention any evidence you have... More