The Greatest Blessings for the People of Jannah: Insights from the Quran and Hadith

Ramadan 2026 Set to Begin on February 19 for the Middle East, February 20 for South Asia

Ramadan 2026 is just 100 days away, with different start dates expected across regions, according to astronomical estimates and information from various sources.

The 10 Practices of a Faithful Heart

Islam is not just about external actions or formal rituals; it is also the expression of a servant’s sincerity and love. Islam has an external dimension, as well as an internal dimension, which is referred to as the actions of the heart. From the Islamic perspective, a person’s external deeds depend on the state of their heart.

Islamic View on Monthly Bank Profit

Question:1. In Bangladesh, there are several banks operating under the name of Islamic banks. From a Shariah perspective, is it halal or permissible to deposit in any term-based DPS (Deposit Pension Scheme) in these banks and receive profit from it?

Is it a sin if one does not wear a cap?

Question: Is wearing a cap (topi) Sunnah or Fard/Wajib, and is it a sin if not worn? Answer: The word “topi” in Bangla means a head covering or helmet. It is originally derived from Sanskrit. In Arabic, the commonly known word for cap is “Qalansuwa”, which comes from “Qalsun,” and its plural is “Qalanis.” The meaning of Qalansuwa is a head ornament or head covering. Wearing a cap is not obligatory (Fard/Wajib) in Islam. It may be a recommended practice in certain cultural or traditional contexts, especially during prayers, but not wearing it is not considered a sin.

Qur’an Refutes Claim: Angels Are Neither Male Nor Female

Question: Do angels have male or female genders? Answer: According to Ahlus Sunnah wal Jama‘ah, Allah’s wondrous creation, the angels, are neither male nor female. They are created without gender.

Is it permissible to plant flower trees around a grave?

Question: Is it permissible to plant flower trees around a grave? Answer: Planting flower trees around a grave is not fundamentally prohibited. However, if the intention behind it is to show special honor or distinction to the deceased, then it becomes impermissible, as it resembles acts associated with shirk (idolatry or associating partners with Allah).

Places Where Performing Salah (Prayer) Is Prohibited

Performing the five daily prayers on time is one of the key responsibilities of a Muslim. Regarding praying on time, Allah the Almighty says, “Indeed, prayer has been decreed upon the believers at prescribed times.” (Surah An-Nisa, Ayah 103). Those who perform the five daily prayers on time have been promised Paradise.

The Importance of Praying in the First Row in the Mosque

The significance and virtues of prayer are mentioned repeatedly in the Qur’an and Hadith. Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) strongly encouraged Muslims to perform their prayers in congregation at the mosque. The virtue of praying in the first row of the congregation is immense and highly rewarding.