CHANGING YOUR WIFES NAME TO BEAR YOUR LAST NAME. IS IT ALLOWED IN ISLAM?...
There is no blame if you change the name of your wife to bear your last name. The Messenger advised to let them bear their fathers names. The Quran suggested for people to bear their parents name also. What if you divorce her? And she re marry again, then she uses her new husband's name, then may be another divorce again? The logical thing is to let them bear their fathers name. That makes a lot of sense. All the Messengers wives bear their fathers names.....
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
There is no blame if you change the name of your wife to bear your last name. The Messenger advised to let them bear their fathers names. The Quran suggested for people to bear their parents name also. What if you divorce her? And she re marry again, then she uses her new husband's name, then may be another divorce again? The logical thing is to let them bear their fathers name. That makes a lot of sense. All the Messengers wives bear their fathers names.....
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
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Friday Khutbah @ Sidiki Masjid in the Bronx, New York USA
Title: The Messenger and The Message.
SHEIKH MOHAMMED AWAL
Title: The Messenger and The Message.
SHEIKH MOHAMMED AWAL
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WHO NAMED THE PROPHET MOHAMMAD saw?...
It was the custom of the Arabs to take new born babies to the kaa'ba to be introduced to the elders and ruling elites of Mecca. When Abdul Muthalib brought him to kaa'ba, the elders asked him, what is his name? So instinctively Abdul Muthalib said 'Mohammad', then they say, what kind of name is this? We never heard such a name in Arabia. Abdul Muthalib responded: he is an orphan and I want him to be LOVED AND PRAISE BY ALL. The name was inspired to him by Allah to be named for the first time on earth. AllahuAqbar!!....
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
It was the custom of the Arabs to take new born babies to the kaa'ba to be introduced to the elders and ruling elites of Mecca. When Abdul Muthalib brought him to kaa'ba, the elders asked him, what is his name? So instinctively Abdul Muthalib said 'Mohammad', then they say, what kind of name is this? We never heard such a name in Arabia. Abdul Muthalib responded: he is an orphan and I want him to be LOVED AND PRAISE BY ALL. The name was inspired to him by Allah to be named for the first time on earth. AllahuAqbar!!....
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IF THE GOD OF ISLAM IS OMNIPOTENT, WHY WOULD HE CHANGED HIS MIND BY ABROGATING CERTAIN VERSES AND REPLACE THEM WITH OTHER VERSES?.........
In Islamic theology, the concept of abrogation (Nashk), does not imply a contradiction or flaws in a perfect God, but rather a divine , sequential guidance in succession in which a later verse supersedes an earlier one. This is understood not as a correction of a mistake but a planned rules that were revealed to suit different circumstances, with later verses being presented as a better or similar to earlier ones to fit in the present circumstances. Much like how a teacher progresses through a curriculum in stages. The example of it can be likened to what the Old Testament said on divorce: to just write her a note and hand it to her as a letter of divorce, but the New Testament vehemently opposes that ruling. There is no contradictions at all in the Quran and if there is, we need just one to be pointed out. May Allah be Glorified forever and ever......
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
In Islamic theology, the concept of abrogation (Nashk), does not imply a contradiction or flaws in a perfect God, but rather a divine , sequential guidance in succession in which a later verse supersedes an earlier one. This is understood not as a correction of a mistake but a planned rules that were revealed to suit different circumstances, with later verses being presented as a better or similar to earlier ones to fit in the present circumstances. Much like how a teacher progresses through a curriculum in stages. The example of it can be likened to what the Old Testament said on divorce: to just write her a note and hand it to her as a letter of divorce, but the New Testament vehemently opposes that ruling. There is no contradictions at all in the Quran and if there is, we need just one to be pointed out. May Allah be Glorified forever and ever......
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
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HOW CAN MUSLIMS CLAIM THE AUTHENTICITY OF THE QURANIC PRESERVATION WHEN SOME MANUSCRIPTS OF THE QUR'AN DIFFERS AMONGST THE COMPANIONS.......
The history of the preservation of the Qur'an has been studied and written about by muslims and non muslims extensively. The Qur'anic preservation process is in a class by itself, and no religion can claim perfection of their books the way the Qur'an has.
Countless believers have memorized the Qur'an word for word across the globe, and continue to do so today. This has been the tradition of Muslims from the very first day the Qur'an started decending to the Prophet Mohammad. The muslims have the luxury of listening to the recitation of the Qur'an by the Prophet, which also makes it easy for them to memorize the Qur'an.
Yes there are some variations in the style of writing of the Qur'an in the choice of letters, but that does not change the meaning of the verses or compromise the integrity of the verses. Taking into consideration that the Qur'an was not revealed on so.e parchment or writ, it was rather verbally revealed. Here are some examples: B'cos- Because; Favor-Favour; Honor-Honour...etc. Like I said it doesn't compromise the meaning of the words indeed. During the Chaliphate of Usman, the leading Sahabas came together and corrected the variant readings with variation, and unified, codified and standardized the Qur'anic scripts conforming the Quraishi dialect following strict rules of how the Qur'an came down. Since that period, few years after the demised of the Holy Prophet and the Qur'an remain so for over 1400 years, again no religious scripture has enjoyed this perfect preservation except Islam.....
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
The history of the preservation of the Qur'an has been studied and written about by muslims and non muslims extensively. The Qur'anic preservation process is in a class by itself, and no religion can claim perfection of their books the way the Qur'an has.
Countless believers have memorized the Qur'an word for word across the globe, and continue to do so today. This has been the tradition of Muslims from the very first day the Qur'an started decending to the Prophet Mohammad. The muslims have the luxury of listening to the recitation of the Qur'an by the Prophet, which also makes it easy for them to memorize the Qur'an.
Yes there are some variations in the style of writing of the Qur'an in the choice of letters, but that does not change the meaning of the verses or compromise the integrity of the verses. Taking into consideration that the Qur'an was not revealed on so.e parchment or writ, it was rather verbally revealed. Here are some examples: B'cos- Because; Favor-Favour; Honor-Honour...etc. Like I said it doesn't compromise the meaning of the words indeed. During the Chaliphate of Usman, the leading Sahabas came together and corrected the variant readings with variation, and unified, codified and standardized the Qur'anic scripts conforming the Quraishi dialect following strict rules of how the Qur'an came down. Since that period, few years after the demised of the Holy Prophet and the Qur'an remain so for over 1400 years, again no religious scripture has enjoyed this perfect preservation except Islam.....
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
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HOW CAN MUSLIMS CLAIM THE AUTHENTICITY OF THE QURANIC PRESERVATION WHEN SOME MANUSCRIPTS OF THE QUR'AN DIFFERS AMONGST THE COMPANIONS.......
The history of the preservation of the Qur'an has been studied and written about by muslims and non muslims extensively. The Qur'anic preservation process is in a class by itself, and no religion can claim perfection of their books the way the Qur'an has.
Countless believers have memorized the Qur'an word for word across the globe, and continue to do so today. This has been the tradition of Muslims from the very first day the Qur'an started decending to the Prophet Mohammad. The muslims have the luxury of listening to the recitation of the Qur'an by the Prophet, which also makes it easy for them to memorize the Qur'an.
Yes there are some variations in the style of writing do2n the Qur'an in the choice of letters, but that does not change the meaning of the verses or compromise the integrity of the verses. Taking into consideration that the Qur'an was not revealed on so.e parchment or writ, it was rather verbally revealed. Here are some examples: B'cos- Because; Favor-Favour; Honor-Honour...etc. Like o said it doesn't compromise the meaning of the words indeed. During the Chaliphate of Usman, the leading Sahabas came together and corrected the variant readings with variation, and unified, codified and standardized the Qur'anic scripts conforming the Quraishi dialect following strict rules of how the Qur'an came down. Since that period, few years after the demised of the Holy Prophet and the Qur'an remain so for over 1400 years, again no religious scripture has enjoyed this perfect preservation except Islam.....
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
The history of the preservation of the Qur'an has been studied and written about by muslims and non muslims extensively. The Qur'anic preservation process is in a class by itself, and no religion can claim perfection of their books the way the Qur'an has.
Countless believers have memorized the Qur'an word for word across the globe, and continue to do so today. This has been the tradition of Muslims from the very first day the Qur'an started decending to the Prophet Mohammad. The muslims have the luxury of listening to the recitation of the Qur'an by the Prophet, which also makes it easy for them to memorize the Qur'an.
Yes there are some variations in the style of writing do2n the Qur'an in the choice of letters, but that does not change the meaning of the verses or compromise the integrity of the verses. Taking into consideration that the Qur'an was not revealed on so.e parchment or writ, it was rather verbally revealed. Here are some examples: B'cos- Because; Favor-Favour; Honor-Honour...etc. Like o said it doesn't compromise the meaning of the words indeed. During the Chaliphate of Usman, the leading Sahabas came together and corrected the variant readings with variation, and unified, codified and standardized the Qur'anic scripts conforming the Quraishi dialect following strict rules of how the Qur'an came down. Since that period, few years after the demised of the Holy Prophet and the Qur'an remain so for over 1400 years, again no religious scripture has enjoyed this perfect preservation except Islam.....
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
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WHY ARE SOME COSMOLOGICAL AND EMBRYOLOGICAL VERSES VAGUE AND OP3N TO INTERPRETATION?.....
Yes there are verses of cosmology, geology, embryology and few others that seems to be open to interpretation because they were revealed in a pre-scientific era, using languages that would be understood at the time, rather than technical modern terms.
The meaning of these verses quickly becomes clearer as modern scientific discoveries such as the stages of embryonic development emerged, allowing for new and fresh interpretation and a deeper understanding of the text. The Qur'an stated: This Qur'an is for the whole of mankind, and as time goes on, they will come to understand its truthfulness ". Just to mention, the Qur'an is not a book of science but the Creator has left certain finger prints to showcase its divine origin.....
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
Yes there are verses of cosmology, geology, embryology and few others that seems to be open to interpretation because they were revealed in a pre-scientific era, using languages that would be understood at the time, rather than technical modern terms.
The meaning of these verses quickly becomes clearer as modern scientific discoveries such as the stages of embryonic development emerged, allowing for new and fresh interpretation and a deeper understanding of the text. The Qur'an stated: This Qur'an is for the whole of mankind, and as time goes on, they will come to understand its truthfulness ". Just to mention, the Qur'an is not a book of science but the Creator has left certain finger prints to showcase its divine origin.....
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
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IF THE GOD OF ISLAM IS OMNIPOTENT, WHY WOULD HE CHANGED HIS MIND BY ABROGATING CERTAIN VERSES AND REPLACE THEM WITH OTHER VERSES?.........
In Islamic theology, the concept of abrogation (Nashk), does not imply a contradiction or flaws in a perfect God, but rather a divine , sequential guidance in succession in which a later verse supersedes an earlier one. This is understood not as a correction of a mistake but a planned rules that were revealed to suit different circumstances, with later verses being presented as a better or similar to earlier ones to fit in the present circumstances. Much like how a teacher progresses through a curriculum in stages. The example of it can be likened to what the Old Testament said on divorce: to just write her a note and hand it to her as a letter of divorce, but the New Testament vehemently opposes that ruling. There is no contradictions at all in the Quran and if there is, we need just one to be pointed out. May Allah be Glorified 4 ever a d ever......
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
In Islamic theology, the concept of abrogation (Nashk), does not imply a contradiction or flaws in a perfect God, but rather a divine , sequential guidance in succession in which a later verse supersedes an earlier one. This is understood not as a correction of a mistake but a planned rules that were revealed to suit different circumstances, with later verses being presented as a better or similar to earlier ones to fit in the present circumstances. Much like how a teacher progresses through a curriculum in stages. The example of it can be likened to what the Old Testament said on divorce: to just write her a note and hand it to her as a letter of divorce, but the New Testament vehemently opposes that ruling. There is no contradictions at all in the Quran and if there is, we need just one to be pointed out. May Allah be Glorified 4 ever a d ever......
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
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THE QURAN ASKED THE PEOPLE OF THE BOOK TO JUDGE BY WHAT WAS REVEALED UNTO THEM...
(Does it mean the Qur'Qur'an affirming the Christians have their original books with them)?....
Taking into consideration that both the OT and NT has been changed drastically by its custodians, it nevertheless asked the people of the book ti judge by what was revealed unto them, they cannot since they dont have the original revelations, and its so evident that each group have their particular Bible they believe in. Like the Catholic Bible of 73 books, the protestant church with 66 books, the Amenian with 88 books in their Bible, the Greek orthodox with 81 books and the Jehovah Witness have a peculiar Bible. Which Holy Ghost inspired them differently? Why the confusion?
So by default, since Christians have no leg to stand upon other that accepting the Qur'an which is here to confirm that which was revealed before it ie the Torah and the Gospel.
And the fact that the Christians dont have the original books given to the., but rather the Scribes and others have changed it to fit their tradition. This is what the Bible also said in Jeremiah 8:8...
" HOW can you say we are wise, and the law of the Lord is with us still, when infact the lying pen of the Scribes has turned it into a lie"
Finally, the only book revealed without a y human elements in it for over 1400 years is the Holy Qur'an. A source of guidance leading straight to the Kingdom of God in Heaven......
(Does it mean the Qur'Qur'an affirming the Christians have their original books with them)?....
Taking into consideration that both the OT and NT has been changed drastically by its custodians, it nevertheless asked the people of the book ti judge by what was revealed unto them, they cannot since they dont have the original revelations, and its so evident that each group have their particular Bible they believe in. Like the Catholic Bible of 73 books, the protestant church with 66 books, the Amenian with 88 books in their Bible, the Greek orthodox with 81 books and the Jehovah Witness have a peculiar Bible. Which Holy Ghost inspired them differently? Why the confusion?
So by default, since Christians have no leg to stand upon other that accepting the Qur'an which is here to confirm that which was revealed before it ie the Torah and the Gospel.
And the fact that the Christians dont have the original books given to the., but rather the Scribes and others have changed it to fit their tradition. This is what the Bible also said in Jeremiah 8:8...
" HOW can you say we are wise, and the law of the Lord is with us still, when infact the lying pen of the Scribes has turned it into a lie"
Finally, the only book revealed without a y human elements in it for over 1400 years is the Holy Qur'an. A source of guidance leading straight to the Kingdom of God in Heaven......
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WHY DID ALLAH CREATE SOME PEOPLE BEAUTIFUL AND OTHERS UGLY?........
From the Islamic point of view, the existence of both beauty and ugliness is within the broader context of Allahs wisdom and d its part of pur test on earth.
Just like health and sickness, rich and poor, happiness and sadness, black and white, so is also beauty and ugliness. Islam prefers to focus on inner beauty than physical beauty.
The Prophet said: Allah does not look at your beauty, richness, status in public, but rather your heart" May Allah make it easy for us.......
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
From the Islamic point of view, the existence of both beauty and ugliness is within the broader context of Allahs wisdom and d its part of pur test on earth.
Just like health and sickness, rich and poor, happiness and sadness, black and white, so is also beauty and ugliness. Islam prefers to focus on inner beauty than physical beauty.
The Prophet said: Allah does not look at your beauty, richness, status in public, but rather your heart" May Allah make it easy for us.......
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
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WHAT DOES ISLAM AMD THE QUR'AN SAY ABOUT ALIENS?.......
While the Qur'an does not mention explicitly mention Aliens in the way its been use today, it does refers to other creations besides human, like jinns and Angels. The Qur'an mentions other types of creations between the heaven and earth and I between them which we cannot see, some scholars refers them to extraterrestrial beens or UFOs, whiles other scholars refrain from saying that. We may not grasp the total creations of Allah.
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
While the Qur'an does not mention explicitly mention Aliens in the way its been use today, it does refers to other creations besides human, like jinns and Angels. The Qur'an mentions other types of creations between the heaven and earth and I between them which we cannot see, some scholars refers them to extraterrestrial beens or UFOs, whiles other scholars refrain from saying that. We may not grasp the total creations of Allah.
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
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MY WORK SCHEDULES IS GROSSLY CONFLICTING MY SALAT TIME, WHAT SHOULD I DO?.......
Working around your prayer times (salat) with a conflicting work schedule can be challenging, but its very important to find ways to fulfill this important obligation.
Talk to your employer, many have soft heart for religious rites. In some states, laws exist to protect your religious rights.
Consider combining Zuhur/Asar and Magrib/Isha, some madhabs allow that.
Make up all prayers as soon as you come home. Its better than not doing it at all. These.
Be informed that these suggesting are subject to Debate within the Scholars scope of interpretations......
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
Working around your prayer times (salat) with a conflicting work schedule can be challenging, but its very important to find ways to fulfill this important obligation.
Talk to your employer, many have soft heart for religious rites. In some states, laws exist to protect your religious rights.
Consider combining Zuhur/Asar and Magrib/Isha, some madhabs allow that.
Make up all prayers as soon as you come home. Its better than not doing it at all. These.
Be informed that these suggesting are subject to Debate within the Scholars scope of interpretations......
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
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WHAT SHALL I DO TO BE CLOSER TO ALLAH AND MY SUPPLICATIONS BE ANSWERED QUICKLY?.......
Actually to increase your chances of prayers (duas) eem answered quickly by Allah, focus on:
Sincerity
Humility
Kindness
Constant Salat on time, and consistency in your supplications.
Seek Allahs forgiveness and be kind to your parents. If you practice the above diligently, you will see wonders of Allahs pleasure upon you......
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
Actually to increase your chances of prayers (duas) eem answered quickly by Allah, focus on:
Sincerity
Humility
Kindness
Constant Salat on time, and consistency in your supplications.
Seek Allahs forgiveness and be kind to your parents. If you practice the above diligently, you will see wonders of Allahs pleasure upon you......
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
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CAN A MUSLIM SAY SALAM ALAIKUM TO NON MUSLIM, OR RESPOND TO THEIR SALAM?...
There is nothing wrong with saying salam Alaikum to a non muslim or responding to their salam. While some scholars advised against initiating the greetings, it is generally acceptable and even encouraged to respond positively to non muslim if they greet you.
Muslims are encouraged to spread peace as a way to foster peace and goodwill. Interacting with mon muslim is vital and a form of an avenue to spread dawah. May Allah grant us the understanding of the Deen......
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
There is nothing wrong with saying salam Alaikum to a non muslim or responding to their salam. While some scholars advised against initiating the greetings, it is generally acceptable and even encouraged to respond positively to non muslim if they greet you.
Muslims are encouraged to spread peace as a way to foster peace and goodwill. Interacting with mon muslim is vital and a form of an avenue to spread dawah. May Allah grant us the understanding of the Deen......
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
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HOW DOES ONE UNDERSTAND THE FULL MEANING OF QUR'AN?........
Understanding the Qur'an requires full engagement combine with textual studies with its historical and cultural context.
One need to enroll in an institution under scholars who has been trained to teach such vocation. You need to be focus and yearn for the knowledge. I believe it can be done, as we have millions who are grounded on such knowledge. God bless us all.......
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
Understanding the Qur'an requires full engagement combine with textual studies with its historical and cultural context.
One need to enroll in an institution under scholars who has been trained to teach such vocation. You need to be focus and yearn for the knowledge. I believe it can be done, as we have millions who are grounded on such knowledge. God bless us all.......
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
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HOW CAN I BECOME LIKE YOU SHEIKH?........
First of all am grateful and humble in front of you all my brothers and sisters, and all Glory be directed to Allah alone. I view my self as an ordinary person just like you. But what I have to say is that: to achieve your aim or goal, you have to set priorities, you need to focus, planning, consistent action and unwavering motivation. Define your goal and go for it. Read as much, stretch your imaginations and do not limit yourself, push through the envelope, ask for more and do not settle for less.
Read some more after reading, visualize yourself as haven achieve your goal of becoming the next Sheikh Mohammed Awal. Since I dis it, you too can do even more and beyond. May Allah be Glorified........
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
First of all am grateful and humble in front of you all my brothers and sisters, and all Glory be directed to Allah alone. I view my self as an ordinary person just like you. But what I have to say is that: to achieve your aim or goal, you have to set priorities, you need to focus, planning, consistent action and unwavering motivation. Define your goal and go for it. Read as much, stretch your imaginations and do not limit yourself, push through the envelope, ask for more and do not settle for less.
Read some more after reading, visualize yourself as haven achieve your goal of becoming the next Sheikh Mohammed Awal. Since I dis it, you too can do even more and beyond. May Allah be Glorified........
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
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HOW CAN ONE ADDRESS CONSTANT DOUBT IN HIS MIND IN ISLAMIC CONTEXT?.....
Well, constant doubt often referred to in Islam as WASWAS. This involves negative thought and doubt about faith and religion religion.
One of the positive thing to do is to strengthen one's faith, connection and trust to Allah by engaging in reading the Qur'an and pondering upon its meaning, performing constant extra salat and making dua for Allah to strengthen your eeman, ask fir guidance and removal of doubt. There are certain duas that one can read constantly for the removal of doubt that one can also engage in. Take time to ponder on Allah's creation and reflect upon it. Nothing exist that exist without purpose, and ours is to recognize a d worship the Sole Creator, the Qur'an leads the way......
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
Well, constant doubt often referred to in Islam as WASWAS. This involves negative thought and doubt about faith and religion religion.
One of the positive thing to do is to strengthen one's faith, connection and trust to Allah by engaging in reading the Qur'an and pondering upon its meaning, performing constant extra salat and making dua for Allah to strengthen your eeman, ask fir guidance and removal of doubt. There are certain duas that one can read constantly for the removal of doubt that one can also engage in. Take time to ponder on Allah's creation and reflect upon it. Nothing exist that exist without purpose, and ours is to recognize a d worship the Sole Creator, the Qur'an leads the way......
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
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IS IT PERMISSIBLE TO ORGANIZE A CANDLE NIGHT MOURNING FOR THE DEAD IN ISLAM....?
It is absolutely haram in a real sense of the word to light a candle for the dead. It's a form of Shirk mimickery introduced to Catholicism from pagan tradition. It's a form of celebrating the dead.
Islam allow for the burial of the dead within the time frame equated by sharia, and the mourning and condolences for three days. Thereafter, prayer and asking fir forgiveness for the dead can be done at anytime. Once again no candle vigil for the dead in Islam.......
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
It is absolutely haram in a real sense of the word to light a candle for the dead. It's a form of Shirk mimickery introduced to Catholicism from pagan tradition. It's a form of celebrating the dead.
Islam allow for the burial of the dead within the time frame equated by sharia, and the mourning and condolences for three days. Thereafter, prayer and asking fir forgiveness for the dead can be done at anytime. Once again no candle vigil for the dead in Islam.......
Sheikh Mohammed Awal (ZDI)
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