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When calculating the money value of the zakat nisaab, are we using the local market value of raw gold and sterling silver specifically?

If an imam makes a recitation error incorrectly and unknowingly, what is the status of his salah and that of his followers?

When hunting meat such as deer, one has to say Bismillah, Allahu Akbar just before shooting — and if the shooter is a non-Muslim, such as a Jew or Christian, the meat is…

Many Muslims are decorating their stores nationwide for the Christmas season, including halal food outlets, during a period of major sales and discounts — what should be said to…

Can Muslims fly a kite today (on a non-Muslim holiday)?

What ahadith or prophetic traditions allow taweez that contain Qur'an, given that many people place their faith and tawakkul in the taweez itself rather than in Allah?

What is the ruling on using taweez of this kind?

It's known that older people may pray sitting due to health concerns from age — what is the ruling for a younger person with an injury or medical condition making it difficult or…

The meaning behind wiping the face after dua

What is the significance of wiping the face with the hands after dua?

What is the ruling on shaking hands, or perhaps a gentle embrace or kiss on the forehead, with elderly female family members?

What about masjids that have mirrored glass windows?