Shaykh Abd al-Rahman al-Kharsa

October 12, 2024 6 mins

The True Joy: Attaining Love

This is the sixth in a series of articles on true happiness, joy, and commitment according to the Quran and Sunna from the seminar The True Joy with Shaykh Abd al-Rahman al-Kharsa and Shaykh Faraz Rabbani. There is a principle taken from the prophetic teachings that Allah deals with the servant as the servant deals […]
October 5, 2024 5 mins

The True Joy: State and Station

This is the fifth in a series of articles on true happiness, joy, and commitment according to the Quran and Sunna from the seminar The True Joy with Shaykh Abd al-Rahman al-Kharsa and Shaykh Faraz Rabbani. The servant’s joy is in their beholding that they are a servant of Allah and that Allah is their […]
September 28, 2024 3 mins

The True Joy: The Companions

This is the fourth in a series of articles on true happiness, joy, and commitment according to the Quran and Sunna from the seminar The True Joy with Shaykh Abd al-Rahman al-Kharsa and Shaykh Faraz Rabbani. The Companions of our beloved Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) rejoiced when the Quran was revealed. […]
September 21, 2024 4 mins

The True Joy: The Sunna

This is the third in a series of articles on true happiness, joy, and commitment according to the Quran and Sunna from the seminar The True Joy with Shaykh Abd al-Rahman al-Kharsa and Shaykh Faraz Rabbani. The Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) rejoiced in Allah’s Mercy when the Quran was revealed. For […]
September 14, 2024 5 mins

The True Joy: Types of Happiness

This is the second in a series of articles on true happiness, joy, and commitment according to the Quran and Sunna from the seminar The True Joy with Shaykh Abd al-Rahman al-Kharsa and Shaykh Faraz Rabbani. Happiness in our religion and in the guidance of our religion (the Sacred Law) is of two types.  There […]
September 7, 2024 4 mins

The True Joy: Rejoicing and Gratitude

This is the first in a series of articles on true happiness, joy, and commitment according to the Quran and Sunna from the seminar The True Joy with Shaykh Abd al-Rahman al-Kharsa and Shaykh Faraz Rabbani. This is a very important topic. Religiosity is a serious matter. Allah tells us about the day of Resurrection: […]
June 18, 2024 3 mins

What Is the Best Way To Express Our Gratitude to Allah?

Answered by Sheikh Abdul Rahman al-Kharsa Question What is the best way to express our gratitude to Allah? Answer Expressing our gratitude to Allah Almighty, praising, and extolling Him are essential religious duties. Allah Almighty says, “… remember Me; I will remember you. And thank Me, and never be ungrateful.” [Quran, 2:152] We must all […]
June 15, 2024 2 mins

 How Can I Distinguish between Good and Bad Innovation?

Answered by Shaykh Abdul Rahman al-Kharsa Question How can I distinguish between good and bad innovation (Bid‘a Hasana) and bad innovation (Bid‘a Sayyi’a) Answer Innovation (Bid‘a), as defined by scholars, is the introduction of practices that were not present during the time of the Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him. Innovations are divided […]
June 2, 2024 3 mins

Is It Permissible to Use Cosmetics Containing Animal Derivatives?

Answered by Shaykh ‘Abd al-Rahman al-Kharsa Question What is the ruling on using cosmetic products that contain primary materials with animal derivatives? And is there a discussion regarding their purity? Answer All praise is to Allah. The ruling on cosmetic products containing primary materials with animal derivatives varies depending on the source animal: If the […]
May 30, 2024 4 mins

Where Does the Believer Find His Happiness?

Answered by Shaykh ‘Abd al-Rahman al-Kharsa Question Where does the believer find his happiness? Answer Praise be to Allah. Happiness is a word that is light on the tongue and dear to every human heart, and it is the pursuit of every person in this worldly life, striving to achieve it in their lives. However, […]
May 30, 2024 5 mins

What Is the Best Way To Master Fiqh?

Answered by Shaykh ‘Abd al-Rahman al-Kharsa Question What is the best way to master Fiqh? Answer Praise be to Allah, Fiqh in religion is among the most important and greatest ranked Islamic sciences. Through it, the lawful is distinguished from the unlawful; it is a means to draw closer to Allah (Most High); through it, […]
May 25, 2024 2 mins

Can We Pray Sunna Prayers during the Friday Sermon?

Answered by Shaykh ‘Abd al-Rahman al-Kharsa Question Is it permissible to pray Sunna (voluntary prayers) during the Friday sermon? Answer Praise be to Allah. Friday Sermon Listening to the Friday sermon is wajib (necessary), as Allah (Most High) says: “When the Quran is recited, listen to it attentively and be silent, so you may be […]
February 17, 2024 6 mins

What Are the Virtues of Studying Aqida?

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahman al-Kharsa Question What are the virtues of studying Aqida? Answer Praise belongs to Allah Aqida is the foundation upon which the religion of Islam is built. It is the source from which both legislation and morality spring. Religion organizes all aspects of human life, whether individual, familial, or societal. Allah (Most […]
January 21, 2024 2 mins

Is a Person Considered to Be at Fault If They Do Not Study the Basics of Islam?

Answered by Shaykh Abdul Rahman Al-Kharsa Question Is a person considered to be at fault if they do not study the basics of Islam? Answer All praise be to Allah Most High. The basics of Islam are the pillars and foundations upon which Islam in creed, behavior, and ethics is built. There is no Islam […]
December 21, 2023 2 mins

Can a Muslim Girl Use Birth Control Methods?

Answered by Shaykh Abdul Rahman al-Kharsa Question Can a Muslim girl (18 years old) use birth control methods to regulate painful menstrual cycles before marriage? Answer Praise be to Allah. Allah has created man with a love for offspring and lineage, and He has made him keen on having children. Allah says, “The enjoyment of […]
December 9, 2023 1 min

My Menstrual Cycle Began at Night (after 9 PM). Does This Night Count as the Fir...

Answered by Shaykh Abdul Rahman Al-Kharsa Question My menstrual cycle began at night (after 9 PM). Does this night count as the first day of my menstrual period? Answer  Praise be to Allah Most High. The Start of the Menstrual Cycle The menstrual cycle begins in Islamic jurisprudence when menstrual blood appears outside the uterus, […]
November 27, 2023 3 mins

Is It Permissible to Impose Late Fees on Customers for Delayed Payments?

Answered by Shaykh Abdurrahman al-Kharsa Question Is it permissible to impose late fees on customers for delayed payments? Answer All praise is due to Allah. Imposing late fees on customers is what is referred to today as a “penalty clause.” It comes in various forms, some of which are permissible, and others are not. The […]
November 27, 2023 2 mins

What Is the Importance of Studying the Science of Hadith (Prophetic Traditions)?

Answered by Shaykh Abdurrahman al-Kharsa Question What is the importance of studying the science of Hadith (Prophetic traditions)? Answer All praise is due to Allah. Hadith: A Source of Legislation The science of Hadith is one of the most significant Islamic sciences. Its study holds immense religious importance since the Prophetic traditions constitute the second […]
November 27, 2023 2 mins

What Are the Rulings regarding the Purity of Domesticated Animals?

Answered by Shaykh Abdurrahman al-Kharsa Question What are the rulings regarding the purity of domesticated animals? Answer All praise is due to Allah. Domesticated Cats: Permissible and Pure Domesticated animals that a Muslim is permitted to own and keep in their house are household cats. Regarding them, the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah […]
© 2024 SeekersGuidance. All rights reserved.