Woke up in Ramadan with dates between his teeth and found their taste in his palate
Question: During the month of Ramadan, I ate dates a few minutes before the Athaan (call to prayer) of Fajr and then fell asleep. I woke up when the Iqaamah (immediate call to prayer) was being pronounced with a relatively large piece of date in my mouth. Its taste mixed strongly with my saliva and I felt it in my palate. Was my fasting valid on that day or is anything due on me? May Allah reward you. Answer: All perfect praise be to Allah, the Lord...
Fasting: A Medical Miracle-I
The human body is exposed to many harmful substances and toxins which may accumulate in its tissue, most of which come from the food one eats excessively, especially these days when many societies lead luxurious lives and there is a great abundance of foods of...
Feels depressed and angry
Question I am a 30-years-old mother. I am single, divorced, and taking care of 4 kids on my own. I work, go to school, and live with my parents. Life has been tough with me and I believe I inherited some angry genes from my father's side of the family. I always get angry easily, become frustrated, loud, and a big procrastinator. My kids can't accept me the way I am. They usually don't listen to me, don't respect me much. They all under 10-years-old. I feel...
Rulings on the expiation paid for not fasting
Question: My grandfather is sick. I give on his behalf ten Dirhams per day from his own money as an expiation for not fasting. I do this sometimes after the Iftaar (sunset meal that concludes the fast), sometimes in the morning, and other times before the Iftaar. Does this free him from liability? Is it enough? What intention should I have when I give this ransom? Answer: All perfect praise be to Allah, the Lord of the Worlds. I testify that there is...