Can women visit graves in the Hanafi Madhab?
Women can visit graves according to the strongest opinion in the Hanafi Madhab. This ruling is based on multiple Hadith narrations.
Can I pray wearing a t-shirt or with short sleeves?
If a woman was to pray wearing a t-shirt or short sleeves, her prayer will be invalid, due to her Owrah being uncovered. However, a man...
Ikhlas Is My Secret Hadith
The Hadith saying Ikhlas is my secret is very weak according to Imam Ibn Hajr al-Asqalaani and Imam al-Ayni. It is important to recognise...
Must Awliya hide their miracles?
He (Most High) made it obligatory upon the Awliya to hide their Karamaat (miracles), so that they do not cause Fitnah by them." (Imam Abu Nu’aym...
Did some classical scholars disagree with the Mawlid?
It is true to say that some classical scholars did seem to disagree with the Mawlid. However, upon examination of the texts, it seems they...
Can we celebrate the Mawlid?
Yes, it is permitted to celebrate the Mawlid. Many leading classical scholars wrote Fataawa and agreed regarding its permissibility.
Explanation of the Hadith About Praising the Dead
The Hadith about praising the dead means it is good to mention the positive qualities of the dead as long as one is being truthful and reflecting reality.
Is there a Hadith about praising the dead?
Yes, there is a Hadith about praising the dead in Sahih al-Bukhari. "Abu al-Aswad said, I came to Medina when an epidemic had broken out. While I was...
Are we allowed to blow on hot food or drink to cool it?
It is Mukruh to blow on hot food or drink to cool it down. According to Imam Abu Yusuf, it is only Makruh to blow on food or drink if there is sound.
Hadith About Breathing into a Container
There is a Hadith in Sahih al-Bukhari which prohibits us from breathing into the container one is drinking from. "The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said,...
Sunnah Ghair Muakkadah and Nafl in the Hanafi Madhab
There is a slight difference between Sunnah Ghair Muakkadah and Nafl, with Sunnah Ghair Muakkadah being slightly more emphasised than Nafl.
What is the evidence for the 4 Sunnah before Fard of Isha?
The evidence for praying the four Sunnah before the Fard of Isha is a Hadith in Sahih al-Bukhari. Although it does not specify four Rakahs before Isha...
Is the month of Safar bad omen or bad luck?
It is not permitted to see the month of Safar as bad, bad luck or a bad omen. Unfortunately, there are some Muslims who consider Safar to be a bad month...
Is the Hadith “there is no Safar” authentic?
Yes, the Hadith ‘There is no Safar’ is authentic.’ It is in Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim. The scholars agree that all Musnad Hadith in Sahih Bukhari...
Is it Haram to get a fade haircut?
It is not Haram to get a fade haircut. Cutting the hair to different lengths is permitted. The Qaza’ haircut is Makruh, which is to shave most or much...
Hadith prohibiting cutting the hair to different lengths?
There is no Hadith prohibiting cutting the hair to different lengths, but there is a Hadith in Sahih al-Bukhari prohibiting the Qaza’ haircut.
Is the Hadith about Dhikr gatherings Sahih?
From the above Nass (text) we see that Imam al-Bukhari narrated the Hadith about Dhikr gatherings (as referred to in the question) in his Sahih.
Is it permitted to gather for Dhikr (Majlis Dhikr)?
The Hadith above is one example of the Prophet ﷺ encouraging people to gather for Dhikr (Dhikr Majlis). There is, in fact, considerable evidence to ...
What is the ruling on shaving the hair of a newborn baby?
It is recommended (Mandoob) to shave the hair of a newborn baby, according to Imam Ibn Abideen and other leading Hanafi scholars.
Hadith about loving the Prophet ﷺ only mentions the father?
The word used in the Hadith about loving the Prophet ﷺ can include both father and mother, according to Imam Ali al-Qari as mentioned in his Mirqaat...
Is it permitted to have the name Abd al-Nabi?
The Hanafi scholars have clearly stated that a name like Abd al-Nabi is not allowed. This is the position of the Madhab, to object to it with sectarian...
How strong is the Hadith of Handhalah?
This Hadith of Sayidina Handhalah is Sahih. It is narrated by Imam Muslim in his Sahih collection with a complete chain of narrators, so it is Sahih.
How strong is the Hadith on mutilation?
The Hadith on mutilation is Qawi (strong) according to Imam Ibn Hajr al-Asqalani, as mentioned in his commentary on Sahih al-Bukhari.
Can women wear a nose ring in the Hanafi Madhab?
It is permissible for women to wear a nose ring if it is part of adornment in that community, according to the Hanafi Madhab as mentioned by Ibn Abideen.
Is it possible to see Allah (Most High) in the Afterlife?
Yes, it is possible for the believers to see Allah (Most High) in the Afterlife, and it is the greatest of all rewards. There are many Ayaat of the Quran ...
What do the different Hadith classification terms mean?
Hadith are divided into different classification in terms of authenticity. The strength hierarchy is as follows: Mutawatir – Mass Transmitted...
Do Ash’ari scholars prefer intellect over Quran and Hadith?
Ash’ari scholars do not prefer their intellect, this is a dishonest statement against the Ash’ari scholars. The Ash’ari scholars spent centuries opposing...
What does the Hadith Ali is our Mowla mean?
The Hadith about Sayidina Ali being our Mowla is in reference to him being close to the Prophet ﷺ and close to the believers, as mentioned by classical...
Who will the Holy Prophet ﷺ intercede for?
The Holy Prophet ﷺ will intercede for sinful Muslims too. The authentic Hadith above makes it clear that the intercession of the Prophet ﷺ will include...
Are there specific virtues regarding the Day of Jumu’ah?
As we see in the sound Hadith above, specific virtues have been linked to the day of Jumu'ah. It is important to note that Islam teaches us to increase...
Fasting the Day of Ashura
Is fasting recommended on the tenth of Muharram (Day of Ashura)? Yes, fasting the day of Ashura (tenth) together with the ninth or eleventh is recommended.
Are vomit and urine of a child considered as filth in Shafi’i School?
The vomit of any child, or adult in that matter, is considered as filth (najis) in the Shafi’i school. This is true regardless of whether the child...
Does bleeding break Wudu in the Shafi’i School?
The Shafi’i school does not consider bleeding to break Wudu unless the bleeding occurs by exiting one of the two passages, namely...
Do we believe in punishment of the grave?
There are so many evidences proving the punishment of the grave that scholars have written entire works on the subject. Some sects, like the Mu’tazilah...
Can Sunni Masjid hold Karbala gatherings like the Shia?
It is not permitted for Sunni Masjid to hold Karbala gatherings in the same way as the Shia. Loving the Ahl Bayt (family) of the Prophet ﷺ is...
Karbala Gatherings in Shafi’i Madhab
What is the ruling in the Shafi'i Madhab on gatherings for the remembrance of the martyrdom of Imam Husayn in Muharram (Karbala)?
Repeating Ghusl at the End of Menses
If a woman bleeds after her normal menstrual cycle ends, and this occurrence has not happened before, she is required to keep repeating Ghusl and pray?
Present Tense in Surah Maryam Verse 15
The question seems to be about the use of the present tense in Surah Maryam, verse 15 with regards to the death of Prophet Yahya (peace be upon him)...
What is considered local region for moonsighting?
A common practice that I have observed in the UK which relies upon Morocco as a “local region” is not acceptable nor permitted in the Shafi’i school...
How is a month established in the Shafi’i Madhab?
The beginning and end of a lunar month in the Shafi'i Madhab is marked by the appearance of the new crescent moon, or the completion of 30 ...
Is creating artificial rain way of the Dajjal?
The permissibility of artificial rain will be based on Sharia rulings, not on a perceived similarity to what Dajjal will do ...
Are Premium Bonds prizes Halal or Haram?
Prizes won from Premium Bonds are Haram since it is usury. Therefore, it must be given to charity, if it cannot be returned...
Referencing Hadith Correctly
Is it correct to reference Hadith back to contemporary scholars or secondary books of Hadith rather than original sources?
Narrating Hadith Without Reference
Is it permissible to narrate Hadith which have been narrated by a Shaykh, but without any authentic source or reference being mentioned?
Reward for Fasting the Day of Arafah
A reward for fasting on the day of Arafah is forgiveness of sins. There are many other rewards too and the general rewards related to fasting are also...
What is Takbeer Tashreeq?
Takbeer Tashreeq is a specific Dhikr performed during the Eid period. The above Dhikr is to be recited after the Fard prayer (Fard Rakahs) for a total of...
Legal Ruling for Udhiyah (Qurbani) in Hanafi Madhab
This is one of the evidence used by the scholars of Hanafi Madhab to establish the ruling of Udhiyah being an obligation and not merely a recommendation.
Increasing Worship During Dhul Hijjah
Increasing worship during first ten days of Dhul Hijjah is recommended. Ibn Abbas narrated that the Prophet ﷺ said, ‘Good deeds done on (other) days are ...
Is Sajdah Sahw required for repeating an Ayah of Surah Fatihah?
It is only required to make Sajdah Sahw if one repeats the entirety of Surah al-Fatihah or most of it. Repeating a single Ayah will not necessitate...
Are there authentic Hadith encouraging us to eat aubergine?
Authoritative scholars have mentioned that the Hadith narrations regarding aubergine are fabricated. Although this is important to note and should lead...
