Explaining Islam in Light of the Qur'an and the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ‎)

Being Buried in Pig Skins

Question I understand that in the Qur’an pigs are forbidden animals.  I have been told by friends that if one is to be buried in a pig skin, then they will not go to Allah.  Is this true? Answer I really cannot bring myself to imagine why a Muslim would like or allow any of […]

The Moon and the Star…

Question What is the meaning of the moon and star seen in your temple? Answer The moon and the star is not a permanent feature of mosques. Wherever the star and the moon are used over a minaret or a tomb, it is used as a decoration, rather than a religious symbol. I hope this […]

Some Questions Relating to Sunnah

Question Assalamu Alaikum, I’ve gone through the complete article and QA which you sent to my previous Question. I request you to clarify my doubts on your writings. Point No. 1 You write: eating with right hand, clipping nails etc are Sunnah of the prophet since there is consensus among Muslims regarding these practical teachings […]

Can We Point Our Legs Toward the Ka`bah?

Question Is it right that we Muslims should not focus our legs towards Kab`ah? Answer The Ka`bah being the center of our worship, all true Muslims are and should be very respectful toward it. This implies that Muslims should not do any such thing, which in their own understanding and perception is a sign of […]

Regarding Aqiqah

Question What is the importance of “aqiqa“ (sacrifice made at the occasion of birth of child) in Islam? I have read in Sahih Bukhari: Narrated Salman bin ‘Amir Ad-Dabbi: I heard Allah’s Apostle saying, “Aqiqa is to be offered for a (newly born) boy, so slaughter (an animal) for him, and relieve him of his […]

Muslim Customs at Childbirth

Question In a Muslim naming ceremony what does: “Adhan“, “Tahneek“, “Aqeeqah“ and “Khitan“ mean? Answer The customs that you have mentioned are not a part of the ‘naming ceremony’ of a child. In fact, there is no evidence to support that there is any such ceremony as the ‘naming ceremony’, which was promoted as a […]

Regarding Death Anniversaries

Question Should we celebrate the death anniversary of a dead person? Answer It is not essential to observe the death anniversary of a dead person. In fact, celebrating a death anniversary is not a part of the Islamic teachings. In view of the fact that Islam does not recommend (or prohibit) observing a death anniversary, […]