Prayer with Tattoos

Answered by Shaykh Mazhar Mahmood Question: Are tattoos allowed in Islam? If one has tattoos on the body, will ṣalāh be accepted? Answer: Thank you for your queries. Tattoos in Islam: Tattoos (i.e, decorative skin markings) which are  permanently imprinted into the skin are impermissible in Islām. Satan had made a strong vow to Allāh…

Rivalry for Leadership

By Shaykh Sulaiman Moola We live in a world rocked by political turbulence and plagued by the greed for power. The Messenger (peace and blessings upon him) has said, مَا ذِئْبَانِ جَائِعَانِ أُرْسِلَا فِي غَنَمٍ بِأَفْسَدَ لَهَا مِنْ حِرْصِ الْمَرْءِ عَلَى الْمَالِ وَالشَّرَفِ لِدِينِهِ “Two hungry wolves sent in the midst of a flock of…

Life is Fickle

By Shaykh Sulaiman Moola A disciple once asked his mentor for a simple piece of advise, which will safeguard him against arrogance during prosperity and protect him from despondency during adversity. The answer was most amazing, “Just reflect on the following thought” whispered the mentor, “This moment will surely pass”. How profound and true! If…