What does Iqra (اقرأ) mean?
The first word revealed in the Quran is sometimes translated as "read" or "recite". In the English language, these two words can hold a broad scope of meanings with slight variations such as: Read: to understand...
Is there any evidence in Qur'an or Hadith which states that there were 124,000 Prophets/Messengers of Islam?
Almost all scholars say there were 124,000 prophets sent by Allah. Where does this number come from and what is the evidence to support it?
How long are men allowed to have their hair?
I have heard that the Prophet (PBUH) had his hair from earlobe to shoulder but then some people say men are not allowed long hair it should only be up to their earlobe because women have...

Does reading the Qur'an while alone attract jinn?
I used to recite The Holy Quran all the night in a room, doors closed, at our house, for the whole night until the time of Fajr prayer. My parents stopped me from doing so. The...

Is it permissible to make dua for non-Muslims?
Is it permissible to make dua for non-Muslims? If so, then please suggest one for me, because I am to give out a dua for them in front of the whole school to pass their exams.

What does "right hand possess" mean?
In Qur'an translations, we see that the phrase right hands possess is used in many ayahs. What exactly does that phrase refer to?

Does one need to not consume any alcohol or drugs at least 30 days prior to the 1st day of Ramadan?
I've heard my friends say (with absolutely no source to support it) that in order to fast Ramadan you need to be clean, i.e., not consume any alcohol or drugs at least 30 days prior to...
The order of Surahs in Prayer?
In what order shall the Suras be recited in Prayer? Should it be in the order we have in the physical copy of the Quran? Can Surat Fatiha be recited after Surat Fatiha? Can we recite...

How much Sales Profit is acceptable in Islam?
I've heard that selling something for more than its worth is a sin according to the Quran. I would like to know, by how much can you mark up your items? Is there a limit to...

Is romantic love permissible before marriage?
Love is an uncontrollable feeling.* It may happen blindly. My questions are: Is it allowed in Islam? Can a guy and girl fall in love with one another before marriage? What if you love someone with...

Is it haraam to have non-Muslim friends?
I have heard conflicting information on what place a Non-Muslim holds in a Muslim's life. Are they brothers/sisters, or are they infidels to be avoided? Is a Muslim allowed to be friends or maintain acquaintance with...

What are the teachings of Islam about sperm donation?
The science has come to such an amazing and miraculous era where heart transplant, kidney replacement and eye replacement operations are taking place. There is also a sperm donation provision, which enables infertile couples to have...

How many wars did the Prophet (SAW) lead?
During the time of the Prophet (SAW) government in Medina, how many wars did he lead? I have heard that the Prophet (SAW) was involved in more than 100 wars. Are these statistics correct? What is...

What happens if you don't pray 5 times a day?
When I was living on campus at uni there were a lot of Muslim international students who were living there too. They were really proud of their Muslim identity but they didn't seem to follow the...

What is the difference between Shia and Bohra People?
I saw most of the Shia and Bohra people's activities are the same. But, I heard they had some difference between them. What is the basic difference between these two people?

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