Literally, understanding. The legal science founded mainly on rules and principles developed by human reasoning (ijtihâd) and the body of knowledge so derived. Fiqh may therefore vary from one jurist or school of thought to another.

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Crime and Punishment in Islâm

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Concerning the beginning and ending of Ramadân

The Objectives of Fasting (Maqâsid as-Sawm) #1 by al-'Izz ibn 'Abdis-Salâm - A scholarly extract highlighting the reasons why we fast in Ramadân. Fasting is a means for our sins to be forgiven and a path away from the the torment of the hell fire, as fasting reminds us of the hunger and thirst that these wicked inhabitants will experience and drives us to obey Allâh and avoid this evil destination.

The Etiquettes Of Marriage And Wedding by Muhammad Nâsir ad-Dîn al-Albânî - There are in Islâm, certain etiquettes upon anyone who marries and wishes to consummate his marriage with his wife. Most Muslims today, even those who exert themselves in Islamic worship, have either neglected or become totally ignorant of these Islamic etiquettes.

Prayer in Congregation by 'Abdullâh al-Sabt - Detailed Proofs of the obligation of attending the Congregational Prayer

Al 'Iqna by Abû Bakr Muhammad bin Ibrâhîm bin al-Mundhir an-Naisâbûrî - Classical Book of Fiqh - Covering the Aspects of Wudhoo' or Ritual Ablution

The Prophet's Prayer by Muhammad Nâsir ad-Dîn al-Albânî - From the beginning to the end as though you see it.

Fataawaa Regarding Women by Muhammad al-Musnad - A Comprehensive set of Islaamic Rulings by Shaykh 'Ibn Baz, Shaykh Uthaymeen and Shaykh Ibn Jibreen regarding Women

Jihad in the Qur'an and Sunnah by 'Abdullâh bin Muhammad bin Humaid - A Beautiful Article outlining the obligation and status of Jihad and the reward for the Mujahid.

The Ruling on 'Nasheeds' by Muhammad Nâsir ad-Dîn al-Albânî - Islamic Songs

Usool ul-Fiqh by 'Abdur-Rahmân ibn Nâsir as-Sa'dî - A Comprehensive article discussing in detail all the main terminologies used within the Science of Fiqh

The Month of Ramadhân: Problems related to Fasting by Abu Eesa Niamatullah - Although it is very important to know what invalidates the fast, the careful Muslim must also pay attention to those things which adversely affect his ‘ ibâdah (worship), and decrease the reward, or put him in danger of almost invalidating his fast. Conversely, one should also be aware of those things which do not break the fast so as to not place something in this perfect religion what Allâh subhânahu wa ta’âla has not legislated. (Adapted from the works of the two Shaykhs ibn Bâz and ibn ‘Uthaymîn rahimahumallâh)

The Objectives of Fasting (Maqâsid as-Sawm) #2 by al-'Izz ibn 'Abdis-Salâm - A scholarly extract detailing the mannerisms in which we should fast and those things we should avoid whilst fasting, "Indeed I fasted from worldly pleasures my entire life, And the Day that I meet you will be its breaking, For surely I find the delight of fasting for You within my soul, And not in the satisfaction of eating or drinking"

Articulating the Intention by Ibn Taymiyyah - Articulating the Intention

Ijtihaad and Taqleed by Muhammad ibn Sâlih al-'Uthaymîn - Ijtihaad and Taqleed

Rulings Regarding the Wiping Over the Socks for Purification by Muhammad ibn Sâlih al-'Uthaymîn - Common Questions and Answers to the ruling regarding wiping over socks, turbans and Bandages/Injuries

At-Tayammum - A Basic Overview on the issue of At-Tayammum, the Islamic Ritual of Wudhoo with the absence of water

The Objectives of Fasting (Maqâsid as-Sawm) #3 by al-'Izz ibn 'Abdis-Salâm - A scholarly extract detailing the issues of the Night of Power, Laylatul-Qadr; I'tikâf; and the 6 days of fasting after Ramadân, in the Month of Shawwal: '...A night in which the Lord of the worlds sends salām to His servants is a night that is indeed worthy of being better than a thousand months, it is a night worthy of being sought after and searched for. This is why the Messenger of Allāh ( sallAllāhu 'alayhi wa sallam) would search for it along with his Companions and the righteous who came after them...'

The Friday Congregational Prayer - Guidance from the Qur'aan & authentic Sunnah regarding Salaah al-Jumu'ah (The Friday Congregational Prayer) [taken from English translations of Al-Qur'aan, Saheeh al-Bukhaari (BS), Saheeh Muslim (MS) & al-Muwatta' of Imaam Maalik (MM)]

Prophet Muhammad's (saws) Manner of Performing Prayers by 'Abdul-'Azîz Ibn Bâz - A Concise guide into the basic actions and sayings of the Prophet' sallalahu alayhe wa salam prayer

The Issue of Taqleed and Madhhabs by Abû 'Aaliyah - An article which considers the Ummah's stance towards the scholars, and considers the issues of making Taqleed within one of the four main school's of thought.

Sifat Wudoo' an-Nabee by Jam'iat Ihyâ Minhâj as-Sunnah - The Characteristics of the Ablution of the Prophet (saws)

Fasting In Ramadaan - As-Sawm as observed by the Prophet (SAW) - from the book by Shaykhain Saleem al-Hilaalee and 'Alee Hasan al-Halabee

How to Perform the Rituals of Hajj and Umrah by Muhammad ibn Sâlih al-'Uthaymîn - A Brief insight into The Rites and Rituals of Performing Hajj

Shaving the Beard : A Modern Effeminacy by Muhammad al-Jibâly - Growing the beard is a wajib (mandatory) for all males who are capable of doing so. This has ample evidence in the Sunnah (as will be shown below) and is the unanimous opinion of the ulamaa of Islam....

On The Imaamate of Women by Abû at-Tayyib al-Adhîmabâdî - On Women leading the congregational Prayers - from 'Awn al-Ma'bood' 2/300-301, the commentary to Abu Dawood

Preventing others from crossing during the prayer by ash-Shawkânî - Pushing back the one who passes in front of the one who is praying and the sin that is upon the passer.Taken from 'Nayl al-Awtaar' (3/5-6) of Imaam ash-Shawkaanee with slight summary.

Istikharah: The Guidance Prayer - An article to clearly explain and comprehend the rewards of Istikharah: The Prayer of Guidance - We are humans, powerless in this sphere of life, knowledgeable only enough to survive. So why shouldn't we turn to Allah and seek His perfect help whenever we require it? Allah responds to the call of His servant when he asks for guidance, and we are after all seeking to do something in order to please Him.

The Day of ‘Ashura: The Children of Israel were saved from Pharaoh and His Army Who drowned by Ibn Kathîr - Ayat 2:49-50 (Al-Baqarah) From Tafsir Ibn Kathir published by dar-us-salam, it provides the background to the reason why muslims are recommended to fast on the dayof Ashura as commanded by Prophet Muhammed salallahu alayhe was salam

Concerning The Placing Of The Hands In Prayer During the Qiyâm by Abû al-‘Alâ Muhammad ‘Abdur-Rahmân bin Abdur-Rahîm al-Mubârakpûrî - Taken from the work, Tuhfatu-l-Ahwadhî bi Sharh Jâmi‘ at-Tirmidhî, it highlights the opinions of all the famous Imâm's on where one places the hands in Salah, and provides a detailed analysis from the great scholars of the past

Fiqh of Hajj for Women by Muhammad al-Sharîf - The goal of this term paper was to give the Muslim woman a chance to see those Fiqh rulings that are specific to her in Hajj - since many a time her rulings are lost in the general discussion of how to perform Hajj.

Thirteen Blessed Days by Muhammad al-Jibâly - With Allah's bounty, we are at the doors of very blessed days for both the hajeej (pilgrims) and the residents. So we should know the Sunnah regarding these days in order to make the best out of them.

The Command to Fast by Ibn Kathîr - A Tafseer of Ayahs 183 and 184 of Surah al-Baqarah: Taken from Tafsir Ibn Kathir abridged by a group of scholars under the supervision of Shaykh Safiur-Rahman al-Mubarakpuri

The Virtue of Ramadan and the Qur'an by Ibn Kathîr - A Tafseer of Ayah 185 in Surah al-Baqarah: Taken from Tafsir Ibn Kathir, abridged by a group of scholars under the supervision of Shaykh Safiur-Rahman al-Mubarakpuri

Fatwa on the Impermissibility of the HSBC and other "Halal" Mortgages by Haitham al-Haddâd - Many people have enquired about the permissibility under Sharee’ah of the so-called Islamic ijara mortgages recently announced by banks such as HSBC. As it is in the interest of all Muslims to have a current and accurate understanding of the issues involved here, I have concluded the following judgement based upon the Quran and Sunnah in accordance with the understanding of the main school of thoughts.

Zakât al-Fitr in the UK by Haitham al-Haddâd - This beneficial article by one of the resident scholars of the UK clarifies certain areas on the topic that many have found to be confusing. It highlights the way of giving Zakât al-Fitr in non-Islamic Lands, like the UK.

On Raising the Hands in Prayer #1 by Abû al-‘Alâ Muhammad ‘Abdur-Rahmân bin Abdur-Rahîm al-Mubârakpûrî - Taken from the work, Tuhfatu-l-Ahwadhî bi Sharh Jâmi‘ at-Tirmidhî, it highlights the opinions of all the famous Imâm's on when one raises the hands in Salah, and provides a detailed analysis from the great scholars of the past, the first part in a series of three articles

Az-Zakah - The Obligatory Charity by Abû Bakr Jâbir al-Jaza'iry - Taken from the Book: Minhaj al-Muslim Vol.2: Allah has obligated Zakah upon every Muslim who possesses a minimum amount of wealth, according to some conditions....and the ruling upon the one who refuses/negates the payment of Zakah...

Islamic Banking by Muhammad Ariff - Islamic banking is a new phenomenon that has taken many observers by surprise. A significant proportion of the banking system has been islamized in both Iran and Pakistan. In addition, there are some thirty Islamic banks in operation in other parts of the globe....

The superiority and virtues of the first 10 days of the month of Dhul-Hijjah and the deeds legislated in those days by 'Abdullâh Ibn Jibrîn - The Prophet Muhammed sallalahu alayhe was salam said: "There aren't any days greater, nor any days in which deeds done in them are more beloved to Allah Most High, than these ten days (of Dhul-Hijjah)...."

On Raising the Hands in Prayer #2 by Abû al-‘Alâ Muhammad ‘Abdur-Rahmân bin Abdur-Rahîm al-Mubârakpûrî - Taken from the work, Tuhfatu-l-Ahwadhi bi Sharh Jami‘ at-Tirmidhi, it highlights the opinions of all the famous Imam's on when one raises the hands in Salah, and provides a detailed analysis from the great scholars of the past, the second part in a series of three

What a Woman may Stipulate in a Marriage Contract #1 by Ibn Qudâmah al-Maqdisî - (A condition) that which must be fulfill. It is a condition wherein its benefit and worth are returned. Examples are stipulations wherein he (vows) not to remove her from her residence or land, or that he will not travel with her (to foreign lands), or that he will not take another wife while with her. All of these are conditions that he would be bound to fulfilling (if he agreed to them before cohabitation). If he does not honour the stipulations she is granted the ability (and right) to annul the marriage (at her will).

The Recipients of Zakah by Abû Bakr Jâbir al-Jaza'iry - Taken from the Book Minhaj al-Muslim Vol.2: The recipients of Zakah are eight: Poor, Needy, The One involved in dfistributing the Zakah, Those whose hearts are to be reconciled with faith, slaves, Those indebted, in the Way of Allah, Traveller and with the correct Intention...

Recommended Acts On Eid Days by Muhammad al-Jibâly - Taken from the Book Celebrations in Islam: A comprehensive article highlighting the rewardable actions one should undertake on this day

On Raising the Hands in Prayer #3 by Abû al-‘Alâ Muhammad ‘Abdur-Rahmân bin Abdur-Rahîm al-Mubârakpûrî - Taken from the work, Tuhfatu-l-Ahwadhi bi Sharh Jami‘ at-Tirmidhi, it highlights the opinions of all the famous Imam's on when one raises the hands in Salah, and provides a detailed analysis from the great scholars of the past, the last part in a series of three

Zakat-ul-Fitr by Abû Bakr Jâbir al-Jaza'iry - Taken From the Book Minhaj al-Muslim Vol.2: From the wisdom of Zakat-ul-Fitr is that it purifies the fasting soul from the effects of useless, non-beneficial speech (or acts) and obscene speech (or behavior). Likewise, it keeps the poor and needy people from having to beg on the day of ‘Eid.

The Eid Prayer and Khutbah by Muhammad al-Jibâly - Taken from the Book: Celebrations in Islam - The `Eed Prayer is waajib (obligatory) according to the majority of scholars. The Prophet saws performed it consistently and commanded all the people to go out for it...

Celebrations in Islaam by Muhammad al-Jibâly - Taken from the Book: Celebrations in Islam - Islaam teaches Muslims how to celebrate the `Eeds. On these days, the Muslims take a bath and wear their best clothes. Even though fasting is not permitted on the `Eed days, yet, the major part of the celebration is not eating or drinking - rather, it is a prayer that brings Muslims together to remember Allaah's bounties and celebrate His glory and greatness. The `Eeds and their celebration in Islaam carry a distinctive meaning and spirit. They are totally different from the celebrations in other nations and cultures.

Faith Without Knowledge is Dangerous by Shariffa Carlo - Faith without knowledge is dangerous. It opens the door for misguidance and straying from the dîn of Allâh . So what is a Muslim to do?

The Virtues of Allah’s sacred month of Muharram and Fasting on `Ashura’ - A comprehensive article detailing all the major topics and questions related to the day of ‘Ashura’

Commentary on The Hadith Pertaining to Changing Munkar - This article is a commentry on the hadeeth regrading the levels of changing evil.

Eid: Etiquette and rulings by Muhammad Sâlih al-Munajjid - “Eid” is an Arabic word referring to something habitual, that returns and is repeated. Eids or festivals are symbols to be found in every nation, including those that are based on revealed scriptures and those that are idolatrous, as well as others, because celebrating festivals is something that is an instinctive part of human nature. All people like to have special occasions to celebrate, where they can come together and express their joy and happiness.

The Times for Isha and Fajr Prayers in Western Countries during Summer by Haitham al-Haddâd - The beginning of summer occasions great confusion amongst many Muslims living in the UK, North America, Canada and some other European countries concerning the commencement of Isha, Magrib and Fajr prayers. Muslims frequently enquire about the best time to pray Isha since it starts very late. In this fatwa I will explain the different opinions of the scholars in dealing with this problem.

Shariah - The Way of Justice by Khurram Murad - Man’s quest for justice without recourse to divine help, and failure to find it, is the most persistent and tragic theme of human history. For justice, an ideal deeply cherished, ardently desired and ceaselessly pursued by mankind from the very first day of its existence on this planet, can never be truly conceptualised nor practiced unless it is rooted in the belief in One God.

The ruling on women leading mixed congregational prayers by Abû Yûsuf Tawfîq Choudry - I have come to know of an article or email written about how women should be allowed to lead men in prayers. It quotes certain scholars who supposedly support permissibility and attempts to quote evidences to validate the claim. However I have found that this article/email distorts the true picture and does not mention the full scenario and counter claims that are so important in intellectual debates.

The Ruling on a Woman Leading a Public Congregational Prayer by Jamâl ad-Dîn Zarabozo - The purpose of this short article is, as is clear from the title, a determination of the ruling on a woman leading a public congregational prayer. It has become the opinion of some that this is allowed and this action has actually taken place.

Quranic verses which indicate the prohibition of music by Abu Bilal Mustafa al-Kanadi - This article expands on the Qur'anic verses on the prohibition of music adding commentry from classical scholars.

Rulings on Currency Exchange by Abû Bakr Jâbir al-Jaza'iry - Currency exchange is selling of one currency for another, for example, the selling of dinars of gold for dinars of silver.

Ar-Riba (Usury and Interest) by Abû Bakr Jâbir al-Jaza'iry - This article is a brief discussion of the definition of riba, its rulings and the wisdom behind its prohibition.

Etiquette For Eating and Drinking by Abû Bakr Jâbir al-Jaza'iry - A guide on the Islamic manners for eating and drinking

The Blessed Days of Dhul-Hijjah - The month of Dhul-Hijjah is a season of worship, and seasons of worship bring along blessings, benefits and opportunities to correct one's faith and make up for shortcoming. Every one of these special opportunities involves some kind of worship, which brings the slave closer to his Lord. And Allâh bestows His blessings and Favours on whom He wills. The fortunate person is he who makes good use of these special months, days, and hours, while worshiping Allâh.

Virtues of the Ten Days of Dhul Hijjah by Arshad - Praise be to Allâh Who has created Time and has made some times better than others, some months and days and nights better than others, when rewards are multiplied many times, as a mercy towards His slaves. This encourages them to do more righteous deeds and makes them more eager to worship Him, so that the Muslim renews his efforts to gain a greater share of reward, prepare himself for death and supply himself in readiness for the Day of Judgement. Ibn Abbaas (may Allâh be pleased with him and his father) also reported that the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allâh be upon him) said: "There is no deed more precious in the sight of Allâh, nor greater in reward, than a good deed done during the ten days of Sacrifice." He was asked, "Not even jihâd for the sake of Allâh?" He said, "Not even jihâd for the sake of Allâh, except in the case of a man who went out to fight giving himself and his wealth up for the cause, and came back with nothing." (Reported by al-Dârimi, 1/357; its isnâd is hasan as stated in al-Irwâ, 3/398).

Udhiyah (Qurbani) - Sacrifice - Udhiyah (sacrifice) is among the great rituals of Islam, which signify the Oneness of Allâh, His Blessings, and Bounties. It reminds us the exemplary obedience of our father, Ibraheem (alaihi as-salaam), to His Lord and his great sacrifices to Him. Udhiyah encompasses much goodness and blessings and thus acquires a great deal of importance in the lives of Muslims. "And for every nation We have appointed religious ceremonies, that they may mention the Name of Allâh over the beast of cattle that He has given them for food. And your God is One God, so you must submit to Him Alone (in Islam)& 8230;" [Soorah al-Hajj (22): 34]

The Month of Ramadhân: Issues Concerning Fasting by Abu Eesa Niamatullah - "Fasting the month of Ramadhân is indeed one of the great pillars of Islâm, an immensely virtuous act of worship which is loved dearly by Allâh subhânahu wa ta’âla, and likewise bringing supreme rewards from our Creator." Adapted by Abû Isa Niamatullâh (taken from the works of the two Shaykhs ibn Bâz and ibn ‘Uthaymîn rahimahumallâh)

Ramadân: The month of Qur’ân by Sa'ûd ash-Shuraim - The month of Ramadân is the month of the Qur’ân; a Book whose light will never fade and which is a path that never leads one astray. The Glorious Qur’ân is to man as the soul is to the body; it is a light for guidance. Whoever does not read the Qur’ân or put its injunctions into practice is dead, despite the fact that they may speak and move. Whoever does not put it into practice has gone far astray even if they are apparently successful in all areas of life.