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

    According to Islamic teachings, the permissibility of wine vinegar depends on how it is produced: Natural Conversion: If wine turns into vinegar by itself, without deliberate intervention, consuming it is considered halal vinegar. Natural vinegar is Halal based on a hadith where the Prophet MuhammadRead more

    According to Islamic teachings, the permissibility of wine vinegar depends on how it is produced:

    Natural Conversion: If wine turns into vinegar by itself, without deliberate intervention, consuming it is considered halal vinegar. Natural vinegar is Halal based on a hadith where the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) praised vinegar as a good food.

    Deliberate Conversion: If wine is intentionally turned into vinegar through human intervention just like adding substances like vinegar, onions, salt, etc, then scholars have differing opinions on its halal or haram. The majority, including the Shafi’i, Hanbali, and some Maliki scholars, consider it haram based on hadiths that discourage handling or benefiting from wine, even when converting it to vinegar.

    Therefore, whether wine vinegar is halal largely depends on whether its transformation from wine to vinegar was natural or deliberate. If it occurred naturally without human intervention, it is halal. If the transformation was deliberate, many scholars consider it haram.

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    Asma Issa Islamic Scholar Certified in Quranic and Hadith studies

    These are the simple steps to pray in Islam: Getting Ready: Stay Clean: Before Salah, make sure you and your prayer area are clean. Wudu: Do wudu wash your face, hands, and feet to get ready. Face to Qibla: Find the direction of the Kabah (Qibla) and face it for prayer. Right Time: There are specifiRead more

    These are the simple steps to pray in Islam:

    Getting Ready:

    • Stay Clean: Before Salah, make sure you and your prayer area are clean.
    • Wudu: Do wudu wash your face, hands, and feet to get ready.
    • Face to Qibla: Find the direction of the Kabah (Qibla) and face it for prayer.
    • Right Time: There are specific times for the five daily prayers.
    • Learn Some Arabic: Get familiar with the prayers in Arabic since Salah is done in Arabic.

    Doing the Prayers

    1. Decide to Pray: Decide in your heart that you are going to pray, focusing on why you are praying.
    2. Takbir: Begin by raising your hands and saying “Allahu Akbar” which means Allah is the greatest.
    3. Say Opening Words: Start with optional prayers, then say Surah Al-Fatiha and another part of the Quran.
    4. Ruku: Bow down and say  “Subhanna Rabbiyal Adheem” three times.
    5. Rise from Ruku: Stand up and say “Samiallah Huliman Hamidah” once.
    6. Sujood: Lower yourself to the ground and say “Subhanna Rabbiyal Alaa” three times.
    7. Take a Break Sitting: Sit after the first Sujood.
    8. Second Sujood: Bow down again and say “Subhanna Rabbiyal Alaa” three times.
    9. Finish One Rakah: Stand up to finish one part of the prayer.
    10. Tashahhud: Sit and recite the prayer to Allah and the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
    11. Tasleem: Complete your prayers by turning your head say “As-salamu alaykum wa Rahmatullah”  right and left.

    Following these simple steps helps you do Salah correctly and connect with Allah.

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    Maryam Malik

    "Ar-Rahman" is one of the 99 names of Allah (God) in Islam. It is often translated as "The Most Gracious" or "The Most Merciful." This name emphasizes the benevolence, kindness, and boundless mercy of Allah toward all of creation. Muslims invoke these names in their prayers and daily life to seek AlRead more

    “Ar-Rahman” is one of the 99 names of Allah (God) in Islam. It is often translated as “The Most Gracious” or “The Most Merciful.” This name emphasizes the benevolence, kindness, and boundless mercy of Allah toward all of creation. Muslims invoke these names in their prayers and daily life to seek Allah’s blessings and guidance, as they serve as a reminder of His attributes and the importance of compassion and mercy in Islamic teachings. “Ar-Rahman” highlights Allah’s infinite and unparalleled capacity for mercy and forgiveness towards His creatures.

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    There are four obligatory acts in ablution as stated in holy Quran. 1.to wash the face 2.to wash both hands upto knees 3. to rub the forth portion of head with wet hand 4.to wash both feet upto ankle

    There are four obligatory acts in ablution as stated in holy Quran.

    1.to wash the face

    2.to wash both hands upto knees

    3. to rub the forth portion of head with wet hand

    4.to wash both feet upto ankle

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

    The absence of female prophets or messengers in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam comes from the wisdom of Allah. Allah chose to select all messengers from among men. This decision is based on the nature of the tasks given to prophets and messengers. Here are some valid reasons why were there no femaRead more

    The absence of female prophets or messengers in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam comes from the wisdom of Allah. Allah chose to select all messengers from among men. This decision is based on the nature of the tasks given to prophets and messengers. Here are some valid reasons why were there no female prophets or messengers:

    • Nature of Tasks: A messenger who comes with multiple tasks such as engaging in public or private interactions. Prophet responsibilities are more suitable for men due to their physical capabilities and societal roles.
    • Leadership and Authority: Messengers are leaders, issuing commands, making judgments, and guiding their followers. These responsibilities require a level of authority and leadership that was not been accepted as a woman in certain cultures and historically.
    • Biological Factors: Women experience biological processes like menstruation, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum recovery, which can hinder their ability to fulfill the demanding tasks associated with prophethood or messengers.

    We can not see female prophets in history but there have been exceptional women in religious history. The big example is Mother Mary the mother of Jesus(PBUH). In history, many women were just like prophets or supporters of the messengers here are some examples:

    • The mother of Moses was receiving Allah message that is often interpreted differently, such as being through dreams or visions rather than prophethood.

    If there were no female messengers, that does not mean that religions deny the role of women in religious narratives. Women were contributing equally, and their contributions were acknowledged and mentioned in different contexts.

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    Asma Issa Islamic Scholar Certified in Quranic and Hadith studies

    We typically break our fast at sunset. This time is when the sun goes below the horizon, marking the end of the fasting period. In Muslim traditions, such as during Ramadan in Islam, the fast is often broken with dates and water. Always check local sunset times to ensure accuracy of time.

    We typically break our fast at sunset. This time is when the sun goes below the horizon, marking the end of the fasting period. In Muslim traditions, such as during Ramadan in Islam, the fast is often broken with dates and water. Always check local sunset times to ensure accuracy of time.

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