Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani When Does the Prayer Time for Asr Expire? In this answer, Shaykh Faraz explains the time of the Asr prayer, where one can ensure it is performed in a way that is valid.   Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani What Are the Virtues of the Salat al-Awabin? In this answer, Shaykh Faraz explains what the salat al-Awabin is, how to perform it, its merits, and other details relating to it. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani, a distinguished scholar in the Islamic sciences, is the Founder and Executive Director of SeekersGuidance. He […]

This is the third in a series of articles on how to live simply and practice renunciation from the On Demand Course: Living Simply or How to Practice Zuhd in Complex Times.  There are a few things that facilitate this renunciation. Ibn Rajab al-Hanbali explains this in a beautiful work that is available in English […]

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 fourth in a series of articles on The Prophet’s Last Sermon, Lessons for Humanity. What follows is a frequently misunderstood and misinterpreted element of the […]

This is the second in a series of articles on how to live simply and practice renunciation from the On Demand Course: Living Simply or How to Practice Zuhd in Complex Times.  The Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) put his hand on Ibn Umar’s shoulder and said “Be in this world as […]

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 third in a series of articles on The Prophet’s Last Sermon, Lessons for Humanity. The sixth of the lessons related to murder and accountability through […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani What Is Meant by Imam Ibn ’Abidin Being the Final Verifier of the Hanafi School? In this answer, Shaykh Faraz explains the title “The Final Verifier of the Hanafi School” given to the great Hanafi jurist Imam Ibn ‘Abidin (Allah have mercy on him) and what such titles mean. Shaykh […]

This is the first in a series of articles on how to live simply and practice renunciation from the On Demand Course: Living Simply or How to Practice Zuhd in Complex Times.  The topic of living simply and upholding this key Prophetic quality of renunciation (Zuhd) is central to our religion. It is at the […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani What Are the Keys to Gaining Humility, and Awe during Salat? In this answer, Shaykh Faraz expounds on how we can increase in our humility and awe of Allah Most High in our prayers, by turning to Him before we begin our prayers. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani spent ten years studying […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani What Are the Best Ways to Fear Allah Wherever You Are? In this answer, Shaykh Faraz explains what exactly fear of Allah(Taqwa) comprises, how it is actualized, and how to achieve it. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani spent ten years studying with some of the leading scholars of recent times, first in […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Is It Permissible to Use Chapstick While Fasting? In this video, Shaykh Faraz goes over the ruling of applying a moisturizer to one’s lips while fasting. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani spent ten years studying with some of the leading scholars of recent times, first in Damascus and then in Amman, Jordan. […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani What Are the Benefits of Salat al-Fatih? In this answer, Shaykh Faraz elaborates on the benefits of the different modes of salawat on the Messenger of Allah (Allah bless him and give him peace). Shaykh Faraz Rabbani spent ten years studying with some of the leading scholars of recent times, […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Is Doing Sadl in Prayer in Hanafi School Permissible? In this answer, Shaykh Faraz explains whether it is appropriate for a person following the Hanafi School to do Sadl of his hands in the prayer and what is the emphasized sunna in the Hanafi School. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani spent ten […]

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 second in a series of articles on The Prophet’s Last Sermon, Lessons for Humanity. There are multiple sermons. We are going to take one of […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question How should one deal with waswasa? Shaykh Faraz advises that dealing with waswasa involves seeking knowledge and consulting reliable scholars for a balanced approach to intrusive thoughts.   Shaykh Faraz Rabbani spent ten years studying with some of the leading scholars of recent times, first in Damascus and then […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Do asthma inhalers break fast? Would inhalers that are used for medicinal purposes break one’s fast? Shaykh Faraz Rabbani spent ten years studying with some of the leading scholars of recent times, first in Damascus and then in Amman, Jordan. His teachers include the foremost theologian of recent times […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question Where do we place our certainty Yaqeen and why? In addressing this question, Shaykh Faraz elucidates the foundations of our profound certainty (Yaqeen) and the reasoning behind them. He elaborates on thoughtful consideration of elements like religious faith, deep reflection on Quranic verses, and insights gleaned from the seerah. […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani How Can I Show Love to Allah? In this answer, Shaykh Faraz summarises for us the path to loving Allah Most High and becoming beloved to Him. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani spent ten years studying with some of the leading scholars of recent times, first in Damascus and then in Amman, […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Am I Sinful for Not Seeking Knowledge of Islam? In this answer, Shaykh Faraz explains what level of knowledge is incumbent on everyone to learn and how they can go about their journey of learning. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani spent ten years studying with some of the leading scholars of recent […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani How Does One Compete with Others in Doing Good Deeds without Accompanying Envy? In this video, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani comments on the difference between negative and positive jealousy and the importance of praying for those blessed by Allah with desirable things. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani spent ten years studying with some […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani What Is the Ruling of Tarawih? In this video, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani elucidates the ruling, origin, and modality of Tarawih prayers in Ramadan. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani spent ten years studying with some of the leading scholars of recent times, first in Damascus and then in Amman, Jordan. His teachers include […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Must a Sick Person Fast? In this video, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani details the types of hardship in Islam, one of which is sickness. He also explains the importance of seeking counsel for making judgments on one’s hardships. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani spent ten years studying with some of the leading scholars […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Do I Need to Make Up My Fast and Prayer out of Neglectfulness? In this video, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani explains the ruling regarding making up missed fasts and prayers and how to go about doing them. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani spent ten years studying with some of the leading scholars of […]

Answered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani Question What Is the Expiation for Breaking the Fast during Ramadan? In this video, Shaykh Faraz Rabbani details the types of breaking of the fast during Ramadan and their respective expiations or lack thereof. Shaykh Faraz Rabbani spent ten years studying with some of the leading scholars of recent times, […]