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  Ruling on Regarding Mut‘ah Marriage as Permissible: Does It Put a Person Beyond the Bounds of Islam? Introduction Mut‘ah marriage (temporary marriage) is one of the issues over which Muslims have historically differed. While the overwhelming majority of Sunni scholars maintain that mut‘ah was permitted only during the early period of Islam and was later permanently prohibited, Twelver Shi'a scholars continue to regard it as permissible based on their understanding of the Qur'an and Sunnah. A question that often arises is: If a Muslim believes that mut‘ah marriage is permissible, does this belief take them outside the fold of Islam? The answer requires careful distinction between holding an incorrect belief and committing an act of disbelief (kufr). What Is Mut‘ah Marriage? Mut‘ah is a marriage contract that is agreed upon for a specified period in exchange for a dowry (mahr). Once the agreed period ends, the marriage automatically terminates without divorce. According to mai...

    How Can We Benefit from the Books of Other                    Religions and Invalid Sects? Throughout history, people have encountered a wide variety of religious books, philosophies, and ideological writings. A common question arises among Muslims: Is it permissible to read and benefit from the books of other religions or deviant sects? Islam provides balanced guidance on this issue. While the Qur'an and the authentic Sunnah remain the ultimate sources of guidance, there are situations in which reading other religious literature may be permissible—provided certain conditions are met. The Qur'an and Sunnah Are the Primary Sources of Guidance Allah says: "Indeed, this Qur'an guides to that which is most upright." (Surah Al-Isra 17:9) The Qur'an is complete, perfect, and sufficient for guidance. Likewise, the authentic Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) explains and clarifies the teachings of ...

  When the Prophet ﷺ Met the Other Prophets in  Bayt al-Maqdis: Did He Meet Their Souls           Without Their Bodies? Introduction The miraculous journey of Al-Isra' wal-Mi'raj (the Night Journey and Ascension) is one of the greatest signs of Allah's power. During this blessed journey, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ travelled from Al-Masjid al-Haram in Makkah to Al-Masjid al-Aqsa in Bayt al-Maqdis (Jerusalem) , where he led all the previous prophets in prayer before ascending through the heavens. One question that is often asked is: When the Prophet ﷺ met the previous prophets in Bayt al-Maqdis, did he meet them physically, or did he meet only their souls? The scholars of Ahl al-Sunnah have discussed this issue in detail, and the stronger opinion is that the Prophet ﷺ met their souls, not their earthly bodies , because their bodies remain in their graves, except for what Allah knows of the unseen. The Night Journey to Bayt al-Maqdis Allah says: "Exalte...

  Validity of Saying “Allah Created Himself” in                                          Islam Introduction One of the fundamental beliefs in Islam is that Allah is the Creator of everything that exists , while He Himself is eternal and uncreated. Sometimes people ask philosophical questions such as, "Did Allah create Himself?" or claim that "Allah created Himself." According to the Qur'an, the Sunnah, and the consensus of Muslim scholars, this statement is false and contradicts the basic principles of Islamic belief. This article explains why saying that Allah created Himself is invalid and how Islam answers such misconceptions. Allah Is the Eternal Creator Allah describes Himself in the Qur'an as the Creator of all things: "Allah is the Creator of all things, and He is, over all things, Disposer of affairs." (Qur'an 39:62) Everything in the universe has been created by Alla...

  Ruling on Finding Out About People’s Nature            and Character from Their Zodiac Signs Introduction Many people today read horoscopes or look at zodiac signs to determine someone's personality, compatibility, strengths, weaknesses, or even future. Astrology has become widespread through social media, magazines, websites, and mobile applications. Some people take it lightly as entertainment, while others genuinely believe that a person's character is determined by the stars under which they were born. From an Islamic perspective, however, such beliefs must be examined in the light of the Qur'an and the authentic Sunnah. What Are Zodiac Signs? The zodiac is a system that divides the year into twelve astrological signs based on the apparent position of the sun at the time of a person's birth. Astrology claims that these signs influence a person's personality, behavior, relationships, and future. Examples include Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo,...

  A Brief Answer About Those Who Ridicule the                      Hadiths of al-Bukhari Introduction Among the greatest blessings Allah has bestowed upon the Muslim Ummah is the preservation of the Qur'an and the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). The Sunnah has been preserved through the science of hadith, a discipline developed by generations of dedicated scholars who carefully verified every narration. One of the most respected collections of authentic hadith is the compilation of Imam Muhammad ibn Isma'il al-Bukhari , commonly known as Sahih al-Bukhari . In recent years, some individuals have mocked or ridiculed the hadiths found in Sahih al-Bukhari, often without understanding the science behind hadith authentication. Muslims need to respond with knowledge, wisdom, and fairness. What Is Sahih al-Bukhari? Sahih al-Bukhari is regarded by the overwhelming majority of Sunni scholars as the ...