Know Your Deen

Islamic QA for North America

January 5, 2015
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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your mother really did this?

Q: Salam
My mother got me engaged to a Muslim guy and we got on really well and understood each other even though we were in separate countries but my mum wanted to get money for him while in the engagement period and then call everything off I went against her and told her I want to marry this guy and I went to his country which is Continue Reading →

January 4, 2015
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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to have or not to have

Q: Hi my name is Blanka and in my acting class my professor said that in many societies around the world kids have to ask their parents  to have children of their own. Have you ever heard of such a thing in Islam or any other religion or community? Thanks. Continue Reading →

January 3, 2015
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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you fine

Q: Aslk,i got married 3 yrs before bt now i have come to no that my husband whose age is 29 yrs had nt done his haqeeqa of which he was also unaware.my question is Continue Reading →

January 2, 2015
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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listen to Mommy or Honey?

Q: Assalaamu Aalaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuhu..

MY PROBLEM

Alhamdulillah, I am a beared man of 25 years, offers 5 times salath and want to marry a girl who is also soo religious AND DIVORCEE and of other state. And want to marry her in every possibility. I have given her many words and promises that i will marry her.

first, i thought of not saying my mom that the girl is divorcee, but, unknowingly i said my mom.
Now, my mom and sisters are against my marriage with divorcee girl. Continue Reading →

November 24, 2014
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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we’ve all made mistakes, but some go with us to the grave

Q: Respected Scholar – As’Salam Alaykum,

I have a question with regards to Surah Al-Nur: Ayat 3, and I was hoping you would be able to shed some light on the matter.

I have been reading various translations, fatwas, tafsirs and commentaries explaining the verse and there seems to be a difference of opinion among the scholars when it comes to the interpretation the meaning. Continue Reading →

November 19, 2014
by admin KyD
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The Qur’an Is Talking to You and i

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Jummah Speech:
Imaam Muhammed Shoayb Mehtar
Khadeeja Islamic Center
November 14th 2014

Alhamdulillah Allah (SWT) has given us an opportunity once again to interact and be part of listening to the Qur’an, be part of an environment that has one function and purpose: to invigorate and create an awareness so we can better bond with our Creator. Last week we mentioned very clearly where Allah (SWT) says first and foremost, “Save yourselves from the torment of the Hereafter”. Continue Reading →

October 21, 2014
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There Are No Shortcuts to Success

Eid-ul-Adha speech: Imaam Muhammed Shoayb Mehtar, Khadeeja Islamic Center; October 5th 2014

 
Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, La Ilaha illallahu wa Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, wa lillah hil hamd. Alhamdulillah, we have begun our morning reciting and acknowledging Allah (SWT)’s greatness, His invincibility, His mercy, His supremacy and His Kindness upon us . Very few cultures, religions, people, or individuals prepare themselves for a day of celebration with the supreme words of Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, La Ilaha illallahu wa Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar, wa lillah hil hamd. Alhamdulillah.

Our holidays are not mere days of merrymaking — they are days to cleanse our hearts and link every pore of ourselves to Allah (SWT) and what Allah (SWT) prefers and likes for us to do. What is the way in which we can continue to remember Allah (SWT) in the way the He requires and desires? This question should always be in the forfront of our thinking.  It Is not an unfair question. Often we think about our enduation, our dinancial resources, etc. because these are things that are important to us. So are Thoughts regarding Allah (SWT). I too forget this from time to time —  however,  this is the time to put a halt to out negligence. Continue Reading →

September 29, 2014
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Eid al Adha: October 5, 2014

السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته

Due to the lack of moon sightings to signal the end of Dhul Qadah, the Islamic Society of Greater Salt Lake began the month of Dhul Hijjah on Friday, September 26, 2014.  Thus, Eid al Adha will be held on Sunday, October 5, 2014 (10th Dhul Hijjah).

Eid prayer will be held at Khadeeja Islamic Center (1019 W. Parkway Avenue, West Valley City) at 8:50 am.

Please arrive early to ensure ease of parking.

We wish you a blessed Dhul Hijjah and happy Eid.

 

September 28, 2014
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More Is Not Necessarily Better

Jumuah speech: Imaam Muhammed Shoayb Mehtar, Khadeeja Islamic Center; September 26, 2014

Allah (SWT) has blessed us to be a part of this sacred month, Dhul Hijjah. There is a demand and obligation in sacred months to perform sacred deeds so as to strengthen our bond between ourselves and our Allah (SWT). On a daily basis we pray Salah. We often get so used to it that we forget the value of our salah. On a weekly basis we come to Jummah to remind ourselves to do good things and be more active within our communities, we get so used to Jummmah salah that we take it as just another day.

As far as Eid is concerned, people see it as a celebration. It is not a celebration like how Christmas, Halloween, or Diwali are celebrated with merrymaking, having fun, coupled with a bunch of enjoyment. Eid is an act of Ibadah, it is an act of worship. Religious actions are not forgotten nor are they diminished. We don’t just say right off the bat, Eid Mubarak. We first say, Assalamu Alaykum or respond to someone with Walaykum Salaam, and then we congratulate the person regarding Eid-ul-Adha if we may so choose. Wishing A good Eid is not priority, salam is when we meet one another. The Sunnah is not forgotten or sacrificed at the expense of a happy Eid. Afterwards comes the hugging, kissing, etc. If you want to call it a celebration, it is not in a form of merrymaking so much that it is a form of filling a spiritual bond with Allah (SWT) and our community. Continue Reading →