Q. What are the practices that should be performed at the time of birth of a child?

A. At the time of birth of a child, it is recommended that the Athan be recited into the child's ear. There is a narration which states that the Athan be recited into the right ear and the Eqama into the left ear ...  Read more...

Q. The minimum requirement of Zakaah for women's gold is 85 grams. Is Zakaah only due on the amount over 85 grams or is it due on the entire amount of gold?

A. It is due on the entire amount of gold. Once a person's wealth reaches the level of Nisaab (the minimum level on which Zakaah is due, then Zakaah is calculated .... Read more...

Q. Are there any prophetic traditions which give us further clarifications to what happened on the so called crucifixion of Jesus and if someone else was crucified instead of him?

A.  There is no authentic traditions how it took place, Allah alone knows. All that we are certain of is that the crucifixion of Jesus did not take place, as Allah said,.... Read more...

Q. What is the most appropriate method for going down into Sujud from the standing position in Prayer? Should a person go down with his hands before his knees or with his knees before his hands?

A. This issue has different opinions, where scholars have brought various evidences to support their claims. From what I have read, the only authentic tradition of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) regarding this issue is as follows" .... Read more...

Q. Is it forbidden for a Muslim woman to recite the Quran in public?

A. Men are prohibited to listen to Quran recited by women because of the captivating quality of her voice, but it is acceptable for women. In the case of young girls.... Read more...

Q. What are the Islamic rules governing the execution of an individual?

A. When an individual is charged with a crime, he/she is brought to court and evidence for the case is given to a panel of judges. If the individual confesses to the crime then .....Read more...