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  1. Ahmad Haseeb
    Ahmad Haseeb

    The word "Quran" (also spelled as "Koran") refers to the holy scripture of Islam. It is considered the word of God (Allah) as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad through the Angel Gabriel. The Quran is written in Arabic and is the central religious text of Islam, providing guidance for Muslims in matteRead more

    The word “Quran” (also spelled as “Koran”) refers to the holy scripture of Islam. It is considered the word of God (Allah) as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad through the Angel Gabriel. The Quran is written in Arabic and is the central religious text of Islam, providing guidance for Muslims in matters of faith, practice, and morality. It is divided into chapters called “Surahs” and is highly revered in Islamic culture and theology.

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  1. Iqra Ibrahim
    Iqra Ibrahim Muslim Writer

    The time for Fajr (the dawn prayer in Islam) varies based on your location and the time of year. It begins with the first light of dawn and ends just before sunrise. To find the exact time for Fajr in your area, you can use a local Islamic prayer time calculator or refer to your local mosque's prayeRead more

    The time for Fajr (the dawn prayer in Islam) varies based on your location and the time of year. It begins with the first light of dawn and ends just before sunrise. To find the exact time for Fajr in your area, you can use a local Islamic prayer time calculator or refer to your local mosque’s prayer timetable. You can also use mobile apps or websites that provide prayer times based on your location. Additionally, some Islamic communities provide prayer time schedules for specific regions. Please note that Fajr times may change slightly throughout the year due to the changing length of daylight.

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  1. Iqra Ibrahim
    Iqra Ibrahim Muslim Writer

    When sick, Muslims can still perform their daily prayers, but there are some adjustments and considerations to ensure they maintain their purification and perform their prayers correctly: 1.Purity: It's important to ensure that you are in a state of ritual purity (wudu or ghusl) before performing thRead more

    When sick, Muslims can still perform their daily prayers, but there are some adjustments and considerations to ensure they maintain their purification and perform their prayers correctly:

    1.Purity: It’s important to ensure that you are in a state of ritual purity (wudu or ghusl) before performing the prayer. If you cannot perform wudu or ghusl due to your illness, you can perform tayammum, a dry purification using clean earth or sand.

    2.Prayer Times: Observe the prayer times and try to pray within the prescribed time frame.

    3.Physical Condition: If you are too ill to stand, you can pray while sitting. If sitting is also difficult, you can pray lying down on your side.

    4.Qiblah: Face the Kaaba in Mecca (the qiblah) when performing your prayers. Use a compass or an online tool to determine the correct direction if you are unsure.

    5.Shortened Prayers: If your illness prevents you from standing or sitting for an extended period, you can shorten your four-unit (rak’ah) prayers to two units. This applies to Dhuhr, Asr, and Isha prayers.

    6..Combined Prayers: If you are unable to pray at the usual times due to your illness, you can combine Dhuhr and Asr prayers or Maghrib and Isha prayers within their respective time frames.

    7.Supplication: Use the opportunity during your prayers to supplicate for your health and well-being. You can also ask for forgiveness and patience during times of illness.

    8.Intent: Maintain your intention (niyyah) for prayer and worship throughout, focusing on your connection with Allah.

    9.Cleanliness: Ensure that the place where you pray is clean and free from impurities.

    10.Consultation: It’s advisable to consult with a knowledgeable Islamic scholar or your local imam if you have specific questions or concerns regarding your prayers while sick, as they can provide guidance tailored to your situation.

    Remember that Allah is understanding and compassionate, and He knows your intentions and circumstances. Performing prayers to the best of your ability given your condition is what matters most.

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  1. Asma Issa
    Asma Issa Islamic Scholar Certified in Quranic and Hadith studies

    To pray as a Muslim, begin by ensuring you are clean through the wudu, wearing modest clothing, and facing the Qiblah. Make the intention in your heart for the specific prayer, then raise your hands and say "Allāhu Akbar" to start. While standing, recite Sūrat al-Fātiḥah followed by a short surah orRead more

    To pray as a Muslim, begin by ensuring you are clean through the wudu, wearing modest clothing, and facing the Qiblah. Make the intention in your heart for the specific prayer, then raise your hands and say “Allāhu Akbar” to start. While standing, recite Sūrat al-Fātiḥah followed by a short surah or verses from the Quran. Then, go to rukū saying “Subḥāna Rabbiyal-ʿAẓīm”, stand up straight praising Allah, go into sujūd saying “Subḥāna Rabbiyal-Aʿlā”, sit briefly, and do a second this completes one rakah. Depending on the prayer, repeat the steps for the required number of rakahs. After the final rakah, sit and recite the Tashahhud and salawat, then end the prayer by turning your head to the right and left, each time saying “As-salāmu ʿalaykum wa raḥmatullāh”.

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  1. Asma Issa
    Asma Issa Islamic Scholar Certified in Quranic and Hadith studies

    Duck is considered halal in Islam. According to the majority of Islamic scholars, ducks fall under the category of birds that are lawful to eat, as they are not birds of prey.

    Duck is considered halal in Islam. According to the majority of Islamic scholars, ducks fall under the category of birds that are lawful to eat, as they are not birds of prey.

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