Creation has multiple meanings in the language. It comes with the meaning of bringing into existence from nothing, and inventing something without a previous example. It comes with the meaning of estimation, and it comes with the meaning of making. It is stated in Lisan al-Arab: [(Khalq “Creation”). And among the attributes of Allah (swt) are the Creator (Al-Khaliq) and the Originator (Khalaq) ..
Category: Usool-Fiqh
Q&A: The Meaning of Talfiq and Following Schools of Thought
Therefore, the Sharī’ah does not deem it right for us to follow the people, only to follow the rules of Allah (swt). However, the reality of Taqlīd has led the Muslims to follow the rules of certain mujtahids whom they have assigned as imams for themselves and they made the rules these mujtahids have deduced by their Ijtihād as a madhhab for themselves. So the Shafi’is, Hanafis, Malikis, Hanbalis, Ja’faris, Zaidis, etc., have an actual presence amongst the Muslims. Even though these people follow the Sharī’ah rules which have been deduced by these mujtahids, their action is legitimate because it constitutes following a Sharī’ah rule..
Q&A: The Heart, Meaning the Mind
Answer to QuestionThe Heart, Meaning the MindTo: Muhammad Amin(Translated) Question: Assalamu'alaikum, our respected Amir. I would like to ask the following question: In both the Qur'an and the Hadith, the words Qalb (heart) and Qulub (hearts) are frequently used in relation to the activity of thinking. For example: [أَفَلَمْ يَسِيرُوا فِي الْأَرْضِ فَتَكُونَ لَهُمْ قُلُوبٌ … Continue reading Q&A: The Heart, Meaning the Mind
Q&A: The Concept of the Transition to Dar al-Muhajireen and the Borders of Dar al-Islam
Answer to QuestionThe Concept of the Transition to Dar al-Muhajireen (Migration) and the Borders of Dar al-Islam (Abode of Islam) during the Prophet's TimeTo: Yeni Camii(Translated) Question: Assalam Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah Wa Barakatuh I am attaching a question I sent you two months ago. I am giving you the benefit of doubt for not answering … Continue reading Q&A: The Concept of the Transition to Dar al-Muhajireen and the Borders of Dar al-Islam
Q&A: Who is the Nusrah Sought From?!
بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Answer to QuestionWho is the Nusrah Sought From?!To: Ammar Samman(Translated) Question: Assalam Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah Wa Barakatuh May Allah bless you and guide you. My question to the Ameer, if you would be so kind, concerns seeking the Nusrah (support). Is presenting Islam as a civilizational project limited to areas of … Continue reading Q&A: Who is the Nusrah Sought From?!
Q&A: With the Appearance of True Dawn, It Becomes Forbidden for the Fasting Person to Eat and Drink
Answer to QuestionWith the Appearance of True Dawn, It Becomes Forbidden for the Fasting Person to Eat and DrinkTo: Ahmad Aghous S Jember(Translated) Question: Assalam Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah Wa Barakatuh, O my Sheikh, Sheikh Ata bin Khalil Abu Rashtah, Ameer of Hizb ut Tahrir, may Allah preserve and protect you. A member in Indonesia issued … Continue reading Q&A: With the Appearance of True Dawn, It Becomes Forbidden for the Fasting Person to Eat and Drink
Night of Power (Lailut-al-Qadr)
This is an extract from the book “Al Jaami’u li Ahkaam is Siyaam” (A complete guide to the rules of fasting) by Sheikh Mahmood bin Abdul-Lateef bin Mahmood (‘Uwaydhah). Please note this is a draft translation from Arabic. If any confusion arises from the translation then please refer to the original Arabic book. 1) Abu Hurairah … Continue reading Night of Power (Lailut-al-Qadr)
The way the Seeghat ul-Amr is indicative of Al-Wujoob, An-Nadb or Al-Ibaahah
Taken from the book "Al Waadih fee Usoolil Fiqh" by Sheikh Muhammad Hussein Abdullah (rah) The way that the Seeghat ul-Amr (command form) is indicative of Al-Wujoob, An-Nadb or Al-Ibaahah The way that the Seeghat ul-Amr (command form) is indicative of Al-Wujoob, An-Nadb or Al-Ibaahah The Seeghat ul-Amr (command form) has been provided and placed … Continue reading The way the Seeghat ul-Amr is indicative of Al-Wujoob, An-Nadb or Al-Ibaahah
Q&A: Hadiths Mentioning Ar-Raya (the Banner) and Al-Liwa’ (the Flag)
Answer to QuestionHadiths Mentioning Ar-Raya (the Banner) and Al-Liwa’ (the Flag)To: Mafaheem Islamiyah(Translated) Question: Assalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah Wa Barakatuh, Our Sheikh. How are you? Our Sheikh, I have a question: How many Hadiths speak about Ar-Raya (the banner) of the Messenger of Allah (saw) and how authentic are they? And with your permission, if … Continue reading Q&A: Hadiths Mentioning Ar-Raya (the Banner) and Al-Liwa’ (the Flag)
Q&A: Concession (Rukhsah) and Strict Ruling (ʿAzimah)
Answer to QuestionConcession (Rukhsah) and Strict Ruling (ʿAzimah)To Zahid Talib Naʿim(Translated) Question: Our Shaykh, the eminent scholar Aṭa Bin Khalil Abu al-Rashtah, Peace be upon you and the mercy of Allah and His blessings, I hope that this question reaches you while you are in complete health and well-being. I ask Allah to hasten for … Continue reading Q&A: Concession (Rukhsah) and Strict Ruling (ʿAzimah)