Shaikh Ibn ul-‘Uthaymeen rahimahullah said: “What is correct is that he raises his hands because that is authentic from Umar ibn al-Khattab radiallahu anhu [Reported by al-Bayhaqi (2/212) and he authenticated it]. And Umar ibn al-Khattab radiallahu anhu is one of the four guided Caliphs whose Sunnah is followed due to the order of the Prophet(ﷺ) [Reported by Abu Dawood…
The Ruling on Praying Tahajjud after Taraweeh
Here is a small research on the issue of Ta’qeeb (dividing between taraweeh and tahajjud), which is commonly done in the last ten nights of Ramadan. Imam Ibn Qudamah (d. 620 H.)-may Allah have mercy upon him-said: “As for Ta’qeeb and it is to pray voluntary prayers after Taraweeh in congregation or to pray Taraweeh in another congregation, it is…
[Benefit] How to Raise the Hands in Supplication?
Shaikh Ibn ul-‘Uthaymeen rahimahullah said: “What is correct is that he raises his hands because that is authentic from Umar ibn al-Khattab radiallahu anhu [Reported by al-Bayhaqi (2/212) and he authenticated it]. And Umar ibn al-Khattab radiallahu anhu is one of the four guided Caliphs whose Sunnah is followed due to the order of the Prophet (ﷺ) [Reported by Abu…
The Ruling on Weight Lifting – Shaikh Salih al-Fawzaan
Question: This one asks about the ruling on practicing weight lifting. Is it permissible? Answer: “It is permissible. However, it is not allowed to pay a compensation for it. Practicing weight lifting is permissible because it involves showing strength and exercise However, it is not allowed to take prizes for it. Yes” [https://www.alfawzan.af.org.sa/node/2032] Translated by Faisal Ibn Abdul Qaadir Ibn…
The Ruling on Child Benefits – Shaikh Muqbil ibn Haadi al-Waad’iee
Question: The German government gives a specific amount of money to the one who has children or a pregnant woman until she gives birth as a form of human rights. Is this action legislated and is it allowed to take this? Answer: “There is no harm in this. As for it being legislated, then the Prophet (ﷺ) did not do this;…
The Ruling on Reading the Books of Shaikh Ibn ul-‘Uthaymeen- Shaikh Muqbil ibn Haadi al-Waadi’ee
Question: Some brothers, may Allah guide them, speak about the explanations of Shaikh Ibn ul-‘Uthaymeen. So what is your opinion about his explanations and what is your advice to these youth? Answer: “In reality, I did not read anything from the books of the Shaikh. However, I read a little from his explanation of Aqeedatul Waasitiyyah and I was amazed…
[New Infographic] How to Fast Ramadan
Here is an infographic about how to fast Ramadan. It is an easy and beneficial resource for Muslims and Non-Muslims
Can an Athar Contain What a Hadith Cannot [i.e. of Weakness]- Shaikh Muqbil ibn Haadi al-Wadi’ee
Question: Can an Athar [narration] Contain What a Hadith Cannot [i.e of Weakness]? Answer: “No, it is necessary for it to be established. An athar leads to things and our Scholars have not ceased to speak about some narrations that they have routes that are weak. Allahu Mustaan. Whoever claims a separation [between a Hadith and Narration] then upon him…
What to Do When the Imam Elongates the Salutation? – Shaikh Abdul-Muhsin al-‘Abbad
Question: In some Masaajid, the Imam elongates the salutations [tasleem]. Should the one following the Imam wait until he finishes or what does he do? Answer: “No doubt he waits until he finishes. However, the Imam should not elongate it. If he elongates, then it is necessary to wait [until he finishes]”. [Sharh Sunan Tirmidhi no. 48] Translated by Faisal…
Is it Allowed to Shorten the Fast if the Day is Long?
There has been discussion in the media recently, about the length of the fast this Ramadan and whether or not Muslims in the West should break their fast early (that is before sunset). In response to this claim, I present the fatwa of Shaikh Ibn ul-‘Uthaymeen rahimahallah discussing when to break the fast when the sun sets late. Shaikh Ibn…