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  1. Allah Almighty  is the creator of the universe and  the creator of all that belongs to the universe including mankind, it can be understood by the Holy Quran as: Allah Almighty Says in the Quran:  اَللّٰهُ خَالِقُ كُلِّ شَیْءٍ وَّ هُوَ الْوَاحِدُ الْقَهَّارُ (الرعد16:) "ALLAH is the Creator of All TRead more

    Allah Almighty  is the creator of the universe and  the creator of all that belongs to the universe including mankind, it can be understood by the Holy Quran as:

    Allah Almighty Says in the Quran:

     اَللّٰهُ خَالِقُ كُلِّ شَیْءٍ وَّ هُوَ الْوَاحِدُ الْقَهَّارُ (الرعد16:)

    “ALLAH is the Creator of All Things, and he is the One, the supreme”. (13:16)

    وَ خَلَقَ كُلَّ شَیْءٍ  (الأنعام:101)

    “And he created All Things”. (6:101)

    (الأنعام:102) ذَٰلِكُمُ ٱللَّهُ رَبُّكُمْ ۖ لَآ إِلَـٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ ۖ خَـٰلِقُ كُلِّ شَىْءٍۢ فَٱعْبُدُوهُ ۚ وَهُوَ عَلَىٰ كُلِّ شَىْءٍۢ وَكِيلٌۭ

    “That is Allah your Lord! There is no god (worthy of worship) except Him. (He is) the Creator of all things, so worship Him. And He is the Maintainer of everything.” (6:102)

       ٱقْرَأْ بِٱسْمِ رَبِّكَ ٱلَّذِى خَلَقَ  (العلق:1)

    “Read, (O Prophet,) in the Name of your Lord Who created.”(96:1)

    خَلَقَ ٱلْإِنسَـٰنَ مِنْ عَلَق (العلق:2)

    “Created humans from a clinging clot.” (96:2)

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  1. In Islamic prayer (Salah or Salat), there are typically two categories of actions or units: Farz (obligatory) and Sunnah (voluntary or recommended). The number of Farz units or actions in each of the five daily prayers (Salat) can vary depending on the specific prayer. Here's a general breakdown: FaRead more

    In Islamic prayer (Salah or Salat), there are typically two categories of actions or units: Farz (obligatory) and Sunnah (voluntary or recommended). The number of Farz units or actions in each of the five daily prayers (Salat) can vary depending on the specific prayer. Here’s a general breakdown: Fajr (Dawn) Prayer: The Fajr prayer consists of 2 Rak’ahs (units). These 2 Rak’ahs contain specific Farz components that must be performed. Dhuhr (Noon) Prayer: The Dhuhr prayer consists of 4 Rak’ahs. The first 2 Rak’ahs contain Farz components, and the remaining 2 Rak’ahs are Sunnah Mu’akkadah (emphasized voluntary actions). Asr (Afternoon) Prayer: The Asr prayer consists of 4 Rak’ahs. The first 2 Rak’ahs contain Farz components, while the other 2 Rak’ahs are Sunnah Ghair Mu’akkadah (non-emphasized voluntary actions). Maghrib (Evening) Prayer: The Maghrib prayer consists of 3 Rak’ahs. The first 2 Rak’ahs contain Farz components, and the last Rak’ah contains Sunnah Mu’akkadah and Witr components. Isha (Night) Prayer: The Isha prayer consists of 4 Rak’ahs. The first 2 Rak’ahs contain Farz components, and the other 2 Rak’ahs contain Sunnah Mu’akkadah and Witr components. It’s important to note that the Farz components are the obligatory and essential parts of each prayer. These include recitation of specific verses from the Quran, standing, bowing, and prostrating in a specific manner, and reciting key supplications. The Sunnah components, on the other hand, are voluntary actions that the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) recommended and practiced regularly but are not obligatory. Please keep in mind that the specific details of each prayer, including the recitations and actions, may vary slightly among Islamic schools of thought (Madhabs). Therefore, it’s a good practice to follow the guidance of the particular Madhab or the local religious authority you follow.

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  1. Muslims are required to pray five times a day. These prayers are known as Salah or Salat(صلوة) and are a fundamental part of Islamic worship and practice. The five daily prayers are performed at specific times: Fajr (pre-dawn), Dhuhr (midday), Asr (afternoon), Maghrib (just after sunset), and Isha (Read more

    Muslims are required to pray five times a day. These prayers are known as Salah or Salat(صلوة) and are a fundamental part of Islamic worship and practice. The five daily prayers are performed at specific times: Fajr (pre-dawn), Dhuhr (midday), Asr (afternoon), Maghrib (just after sunset), and Isha (night). Each prayer consists of a set number of units called Rak’ahs(ركعات), and the prayers serve as a way for Muslims to maintain a strong connection with God throughout the day.

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  1. It is better to avoid traveling during fasting if possible, but it is not haram According to Islamic law, fasting while traveling longer (more then 85 km) is prohibited and consider haram. However if you are traveling nearby distance you can still fast and travel. source: Quran In the Quran, Allah sRead more

    It is better to avoid traveling during fasting if possible, but it is not haram According to Islamic law, fasting while traveling longer (more then 85 km) is prohibited and consider haram. However if you are traveling nearby distance you can still fast and travel.

    source: Quran

    In the Quran, Allah says that you are exempt from fasting while travelling because He does not wish to make it difficult for you

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