Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani How Do I Deal with Doubts? In this video answer, Shaykh Faraz explains the importance of recognising waswasa. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He studied under renowned scholars globally for ten years, beginning in Damascus and continuing […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani How Can I Find a Good Company? In this video answer, Shaykh Faraz mentions where good friends may be found. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He studied under renowned scholars globally for ten years, beginning in Damascus […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Can You Mention Things That Are Sinful That People Have Normalized? In this video answer, Shaykh Faraz gives examples of the culture of normalizing sinful behavior. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He studied under renowned scholars globally […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Does Saliva Already in My Mouth Break My Fast? In this video answer, Shaykh Faraz answers a common question about saliva during fasting Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He studied under renowned scholars globally for ten years, […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani How Do I Continue When I’m Struggling to Learn? In this video answer, Shaykh Faraz emphasis the importance of striving while learning. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He studied under renowned scholars globally for ten years, beginning […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani When Is Laylat al Qadr? In this video answer, Shaykh Faraz explains the meaning behind the hidden nature of when Laylatul Qadr is. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He studied under renowned scholars globally for ten years, […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani What Kind of Critics Should I Pay Attention To? In this video answer, Shaykh Faraz details the types of critics and that which should be focused on. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He studied under renowned scholars […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Can I Say “Bless You” to a Non Muslim When He Sneezes? In this video answer, Shaykh Faraz explains why praying for the guidance of non-Muslims is allowed. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He studied under renowned […]

The words of our beloved Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) are full of rich lessons. Among them is his address during the farewell Hajj. This is the eleventh in a series of articles on The Prophet’s Last Sermon, Lessons for Humanity. “O people: postponing the inviolability of a sacred month [claiming to […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question How Much of the Quran Should One Recite after the Fatiha in Tarawih? Shaykh Faraz will discuss the minimum number of verses required to be read in congregational Tarawih prayers after reading the Fatiha. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Does Inhaling Dust Break My Fast? Shaykh Faraz Rabbani clarifies whether fasting remains valid if one accidentally ingests dust while in a dusty environment. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He studied under renowned scholars globally for […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Am I Allowed to Take Money Given to Me as Benefits by a Non Muslim Government? Shaykh Faraz examines the permissibility of accepting government funds as a non-Muslim and underscores the benefits of achieving financial independence, thus relieving oneself from dependency on others. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Am I Allowed to Marry a Woman Who I Fell into Zina With? Shaykh Faraz discusses the possibility and conditions of marrying someone with whom one has committed zina, highlighting the criteria and considerations involved in making such a decision. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question How do I deal with my overthinking? When faced with many thoughts and the tendency to overthink and overanalyze, seeking guidance from a knowledgeable scholar is advisable. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He studied under renowned […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question If a smell remains on a cloth, is it still not considered clean? When determining the cleanliness of a cloth, the presence of a lingering smell alone may not necessarily indicate that it is unclean from an Islamic perspective. See the complete details in the video answer. Shaykh Faraz […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is water enough for cleaning ourselves? Water is one means of removing filth, while other liquids can also be used. Depending on the surface, wiping may be sufficient. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He studied under […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is denatured alcohol considered impure? In the Hanafi School, the view is that denatured alcohol is not considered impure. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He studied under renowned scholars globally for ten years, beginning in Damascus […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is it permissible to sell perfume to other non-Muslim women? Selling perfumes for women to non-Muslim women is permissible since they have permissible uses. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He studied under renowned scholars globally for […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question How do I become a Muslim? Believing in the oneness of God and accepting the Prophet Muhammad as the messenger of God and the bearer of the true message suffices to establish your faith. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Is it permissible to consume foods that contain alcohol? The answer lies in differentiating between alcohol being used as an intoxicant and alcohol being used in a non-intoxicating manner as part of an ingredient. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question How Does a Hanafi pray tarawih behind a Shafi’i? When praying behind someone of a different madhhab (Islamic legal school), you automatically assume the validity of their prayer. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He studied under […]

This is the first in a series of articles on physical wellness based on Abu Zayd al-Balkhi’s work. The full seminar can be accessed here: Physical Wellness Workshop: Balkhi’s The Health of Bodies and Souls.  One of the great works of Islam on physical health is Abu Zaid al-Balkhi’s Wellness of Bodies and Hearts. This […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question How do we do things if we don’t feel like it? We must remind ourselves of our intention and purpose when we don’t feel like doing something. Our actions should be dedicated to seeking the pleasure of Allah, rather than for personal gratification. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question How do we deal with sectarian division? Try to ignore the sectarian differences. Instead, focus on gaining knowledge about your religion and understanding its teachings. Act upon what you learn and strive to improve your devotion and practice of the religion. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the […]