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What is the reason for the 4 Math-habs?

The reason for the four Math-habs is Allah's Will and Wisdom. Since Allah Ta'ala willed that the acts of the Shariah be followed in different ways, we find Rasulullah (sallallahu…

The Majlis Vol 21 No 01, p.4

Do jinn die natural deaths as humans do?

Jinn die naturally just as human beings do. However, they live for centuries and even millennia. Iblees too will die a natural death at the appointed time of his Maut.

The Majlis Vol 21 No 03, p.2

Was Khidhr a Nabi? Is he still alive?

There is difference of opinion regarding the status of Khidhr (alayhis salaam). The majority opinion is that he is not a Nabi, and that he is still alive. Allah knows best.…

The Majlis Vol 21 No 03, p.2

Who were Haamaan and Qaaroon?

Haamaan was the prime minister of Fir'oun, the Egyptian king during the time of Nabi Musa (alayhis salaam). Qaarun was an extremely wealthy Yahudi (Jew) who lived during the time…

The Majlis Vol 21 No 03, p.3

What was the age of Nabi Aadam (alayhis salaam)?

Hadhrat Adam (alayhis salaam) was 936 years old when he died. Hadhrat Hawwaa (alayhas salaam) died one year after the demise of Nabi Aadam (alayhis salaam). They had 40 children –…

The Majlis Vol 21 No 03, p.5

What does Islam say about equality?

'Equality' in all spheres is a myth. It is a mythical concept of the western kuffaar. The Qur'aan negates this myth. In fact, the Qur'aan confirms that even the Ambiya (alayhimus…

The Majlis Vol 21 No 04, p.3

What does Islam say about life on other planets?

The Qur'aan informs us that Allah Ta'ala did not create the heavens, the earth and all that is in between in idle sport. There is a variety of forms of life in all places, planets,…

The Majlis Vol 21 No 04, p.3

What is bid'ah hasanah (beautiful innovation)?

All bid'ah is Sayyiah (evil). There is nothing but zulmat (darkness) in all bid'ah. Any innovation which is in conflict with the Sunnah or changes a Sunnah or displaces a Sunnah is…

The Majlis Vol 21 No 04, p.4