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WHY CAN’T YOU FAST WHEN TRAVELING (AS DEFINED)

The Shariah requires us to shorten certain prayers when we are travelling (as defined) and break your fast as well.

January 7, 2019 0 Likes 0 271

WHY DOES EVERY MUSLIM HAVE TO MAKE TAQLEED?

That is because it’s a rational concept based on common sense. For every field in life you depend on the expert in that field.

January 7, 2019 1 Like 0 261

WHY DO SHIA NOT PERFORM TARAWEEH SALAAH?

This is a recommended salaah read by our Sunni brothers but in essence it is something new to Islam.

January 7, 2019 0 Likes 1 466

WHY DO SHIA BREAK THEIR FAST A FEW MINUTES LATER?

Many people should be aware by now that Shia break their fast a few minutes later than their Sunni brothers (in general) and possibly wonder what the reason for this is.

January 7, 2019 0 Likes 0 641

WHAT ARE THE TIMES OF THE 5 DAILY SALAAH?

There is no dispute among Muslims that we have to pray 5 prayers in a 24 hour day.

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