When Sujūd Al-Sahw Becomes Mandatory

Answered by Shaykh Omar Subedar Question: I am a bit confused regarding Sajda Al-Sahw (Prostration for a mistake in ritual prayer). I would be grateful if you could explain the correct way of observing it. Does Sajda Al-Sahw only apply to wājibāt (obligatory matters) missed during prayers or for other things also? Answer: بِسْمِ اللَّهِ…

Witr in Congregation

Answered by Shaykh Omar Subedar Question: In the Hanafi math’hab, are we allowed to pray witr in congregation outside of Ramaźhän? I think I read in Nur Al Idha that we should pray it alone, but I was curious as to why. JazakAllah Answer: In the Name of God, Most Merciful, Most Compassionate Shaykh Burhän…

Choosing a Name

Answered by Shaykh Omar Subedar Question: We are soon to be blessed with a baby inshä’Allah. If it’s a girl we plan to name her Zayna or Eshaal. If it’s a boy we plan to name him Humaid, Shahzar, or Shaayaal. Please advise on the suitability, meaning and how the name should be written in…

I Try to Cry to You, God!

By Shaykhah Fatima Panchbhaya I try to cry to you God To tell you my problems I confide in only you God Cause that’s my belief Nothing makes sense to me God But that’s all part of Your wisdom I wish I could scream out God Saying why me? I know I’m not perfect God…

Where did Adam and Hawwa Reside?

Answered by Shaykh Omar Subedar Question: As Salaamu ‘Alaikum, Did Adam and Hawwa (‘alayhimus salaam) initially live in Paradise before being sent to this world? Or did they live in a garden that resembled Paradise? JazakAllah Khair Answer: It is quite evident from the following Qur’änic verses that our ancestral parents, Adam and Hawwa عليهما…