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Somebody help i have been experiencing intrusive thoughts and i need answers
So i have been having bad thoughts about allah since a month now it became worse i started tp think about bad duas for example like (god dont forgive me forever) but i dont want that dua to happen even though its stuck into my mind and i cant stop thinking about it every day i always do bad duas bec...
So i have been having bad thoughts about allah since a month now it became worse i started tp think about bad duas for example like (god dont forgive me forever) but i dont want that dua to happen even though its stuck into my mind and i cant stop thinking about it every day i always do bad duas because of my intrusive thoughts i dont want that dua to be granted im scared and i cant control my thoughts i tried to read quran but nothing is working,i always get interrupted by these bad dua thoughts.Will allah accept these bad duas or no because i have intrusive thoughts?
user41913
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Dec 11, 2020, 01:32 PM
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Can I pray earlier due to my work place
We have a prayer room at work and there i am the only Muslim woman , Am I able to pray earlier before all the men pray? They use it at its designated times and I know it isn’t permissible to pray earlier but in this situation I’m really not sure on what to do. If I go in earlier before all of them a...
We have a prayer room at work and there i am the only Muslim woman
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Am I able to pray earlier before all the men pray? They use it at its designated times and I know it isn’t permissible to pray earlier but in this situation I’m really not sure on what to do.
If I go in earlier before all of them and pray is this allowed?
Or should I pray my rakat at home for all the prayers I missed?
Please advise
Mina Hashmi
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Mar 14, 2025, 06:47 AM
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Does dua really work?
My brother who's been making dua for 10 years, day and night, for a cure and nothing has changed so he said to me he will never make dua again as it's a waste of time. He said "I wasted all that time and tears for nothing...." My question is: Can anyone prove to me dua really works? Because God said...
My brother who's been making dua for 10 years, day and night, for a cure and nothing has changed so he said to me he will never make dua again as it's a waste of time. He said "I wasted all that time and tears for nothing...."
My question is: Can anyone prove to me dua really works?
Because God said call me and I will answer. Islam is confusing and don't tell me there's three ways of answering dua.
mohamed
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Apr 30, 2016, 02:30 AM
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Do I need to raise my hands for saying the dua in Salah?
How to make dua before tasleem in Salah? In what position should I be to say my dua? Should I raise my hands or should I simply be in a sitting position?
How to make dua before tasleem in Salah? In what position should I be to say my dua? Should I raise my hands or should I simply be in a sitting position?
imran ali mohammad
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Dec 18, 2024, 04:11 AM
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Salam alaykyum I want help will my dua and prayers be accepted though I masturbate and repent and masturbate and repent I want the answer yes or no
My name is Leo (fake name) I'm 17 I keep masturbating through I promised Allah not to do it but I done it and I feel sad and scared. I always ask Allah the same dua. But I'm scared that it won't be accepted because I masturbate. Please can someone help me stop and answer if masturbating will make my...
My name is Leo (fake name) I'm 17 I keep masturbating through I promised Allah not to do it but I done it and I feel sad and scared.
I always ask Allah the same dua. But I'm scared that it won't be accepted because I masturbate.
Please can someone help me stop and answer if masturbating will make my duas and prayers not accepted
Lai
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May 6, 2024, 03:00 AM
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Can I make dua for the past?
I don't know if this makes sense but: What if I desperately pray and say "*O Allah!*, please make sure that my laptop wasn't hacked at that time (in the past)". As Allah knows everything about our future including our *duas*, therefore, at that time in the past for which I am praying now, He knew th...
I don't know if this makes sense but: What if I desperately pray and say "*O Allah!*, please make sure that my laptop wasn't hacked at that time (in the past)". As Allah knows everything about our future including our *duas*, therefore, at that time in the past for which I am praying now, He knew that I will make a *dua*, right? Allah is capable of anything and everything.
So, can I make *dua* for the past?
user7989
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Authentic dua for better eyesight
As salamualaikum After researching duas for better eyesight I’ve come across a few pages and videos claiming to recite Verse 22 of Surah Qaf then blowing it on your finger an rubing it on your eyes. Somehow that doesn’t really sound authentic/ part of the sunnah to me, which is why it would be helpf...
As salamualaikum
After researching duas for better eyesight I’ve come across a few pages and videos claiming to recite Verse 22 of Surah Qaf then blowing it on your finger an rubing it on your eyes.
Somehow that doesn’t really sound authentic/ part of the sunnah to me, which is why it would be helpful if someone of knowledge would help me clarify this matter.
Sarah
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What are the authentic supplications (A'dyiah) and rememberances (Adhkar) at Fajr, A'sr and Maghrib?
Which Ahadith and references from the scholars could be provided to answer this question? - I will post an answer to this question - Square brackets [ ] are additions or/and individual changes (for clarity) of the author's thread ----------- Continuation of "[the authentic, standard supplications (A...
Which Ahadith and references from the scholars could be provided to answer this question?
- I will post an answer to this question
- Square brackets [ ] are additions or/and individual changes (for clarity) of the author's thread
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Continuation of "the authentic, standard supplications (A'dyiah) and rememberances (Adhkar) after the Prayer ."
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>The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: "[...] *And He commands you to remember Allah. For indeed, the parable of that is a man whose enemy quickly tracks him until he reaches an impermeable fortress in which he protects himself from them. This is how the worshiper is; he does not protect himself from Ash-Shaytan except by the remembrance of Allah.*"
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>At-Tirmidhi (2863 ) Abu I'sa graded Hasan Sahih Gharib
>Allah says in Surah Ar-Ra'd, Ayah 28 : "***Those who have believed and whose hearts are assured by the remembrance of Allah. Unquestionably, by the remembrance of Allah hearts are assured***"
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Every Dhikr or Du'a should be uttered with the full Yaqin (certainty) and with full understanding of what is said (translation) so that you make use of them.
talibm
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Is dua still valid
if I made a dua on the day of Arafat but later told a relative about the dua I made and joked about something I asked for would it invalidate the dua?
if I made a dua on the day of Arafat but later told a relative about the dua I made and joked about something I asked for would it invalidate the dua?
hcbag527
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Made a bad dua against myself
I was heartbroken over my ex wife. So I profusely cried to Allah and asked to die and go to jahnnam at the expense of her never being with someone. The next day, my health started deteriorating and in my dream/ I was told that this dua has been accepted and it cannot be changed. It’s been 7 months a...
I was heartbroken over my ex wife. So I profusely cried to Allah and asked to die and go to jahnnam at the expense of her never being with someone.
The next day, my health started deteriorating and in my dream/ I was told that this dua has been accepted and it cannot be changed.
It’s been 7 months and I don’t know what to do now.
Jasir Jilani
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Apr 28, 2025, 11:15 PM
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Are these ahadith regarding reciting "Allah is sufficient for me..." seven times authentic?
Assalamu alaikum. Recently I have seen the following excerpt which I'm copying here... > Hasbiyallaahu laa 'ilaaha 'illaa Huwa 'alayhi tawakkaltu wa Huwa Rabbul-'Arshil-'Adheem. > > Allah is sufficient for me. There is none worthy of worship but Him. I have placed my trust in Him, He is Lord of the...
Assalamu alaikum. Recently I have seen the following excerpt which I'm copying here...
> Hasbiyallaahu laa 'ilaaha 'illaa Huwa 'alayhi tawakkaltu wa Huwa Rabbul-'Arshil-'Adheem.
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> Allah is sufficient for me. There is none worthy of worship but Him. I have placed my trust in Him, He is Lord of the Majestic Throne. (Recite seven times in Arabic.)
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> Allah will grant whoever recites this seven times in the morning or evening whatever he desires from this world or the next, Ibn As-Sunni (no. 71), Abu Dawud 4/321. Both reports are attributed directly to the Prophet (Marfu1). The chain of transmission is sound (Sahih). Ibn As-Sunni."
My question is I have previously read about this Hadith where it states that it is fabricated. But now as I see the above mentioned excerpt in two different sites I am confused. Can anyone tell me which one is right?
I mean is it really fabricated or is there any level of authenticity in it?
Also please mention some authentic Dua for getting out of distresses and fulfillment of wishes.
AAP
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Oct 26, 2016, 06:36 PM
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What to say or do during times of distress, difficulty or calamity?
Which authentic Ahadith exist to act upon if somebody faces trouble, tough times, grief, et cetera, in his or her life? (I will post a comprehensive answer to this question) --- [...] "***whose hearts are assured by the remembrance of Allah. Unquestionably, by the remembrance of Allah, hearts are as...
Which authentic Ahadith exist to act upon if somebody faces trouble, tough times, grief, et cetera, in his or her life?
(I will post a comprehensive answer to this question)
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[...] "***whose hearts are assured by the remembrance of Allah. Unquestionably, by the remembrance of Allah, hearts are assured.***" Surah ***Ar-R'ad [28 ***]
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>Mus'ab bin S'ad narrated from his father that a man said: 'O Messenger of Allah (ﷺ), which of the people is tried most severely? He said: "*The Prophets, then those nearest to them, then those nearest to them. A man is tried according to his religion; if he is firm in his religion, then his trials are more severe, and if he is frail in his religion, then he is tried according to the strength of his religion. The servant shall continue to be tried until he is left walking upon the earth without any sins.*"
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>At-Tirmidhi (2398 ) and Abu I'sa classed it Hasan Sahih
>The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: "*Indeed, a man will have a status with Allah, the Exalted, so if he does not achieve it with his deeds, He continues to plague him with what he hates until he reaches it.*"
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>Al-Mustadrak (1/495 ) Shaykh Albani classed it Hasan in As-Sahihah (4/130 - #1599 )
>The Prophet (ﷺ) said: "*Know that victory comes with patience, and that ease comes with difficulties, and that with hardship there is relief!*"
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>Musnad Ahmad (2803 ) classed Sahih in As-Sahihah (5/496-7 - #2382 )
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Important: Utter these A'diyah/Adhkar with full Yaqin (certainty) to make it more convenient so that Allah answers it; so that you know exactly the words which you speak. Memorise the translation, and think about it (while saying them) as well.
talibm
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Would Duaa be accepted even with limited ability
السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته I am a student preparing for an upcoming medical exam. I have been making duaa since Ramadan that I get a certain score in my medical exam that I knew it is extremely hard for me to get despite my efforts. I have recently changed my duaa to get a perfect score in the...
السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته
I am a student preparing for an upcoming medical exam. I have been making duaa since Ramadan that I get a certain score in my medical exam that I knew it is extremely hard for me to get despite my efforts. I have recently changed my duaa to get a perfect score in the exam. This score I knew is IMPOSSIBLE for me to get regardless of my work. So, is it permissible to ask Allah of such duaa or not? I also alhamdulillah, all thanks to Allah I pray at masjid and I do my best in my worship and in my studying but the stimulation exams show results very far from the perfect score I am dreaming of
Salem
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What are the authentic, standard supplications (A'dyiah) and rememberances (Adhkar) after the Prayer?
Which Ahadith and references from the scholars could be provided to answer this question? ------------ Continuation of "[the authentic supplications (A'dyiah) during the Tashahhud][1]." [1]: https://islam.stackexchange.com/questions/74217/what-are-the-authentic-supplications-adyiah-during-the-tashah...
Which Ahadith and references from the scholars could be provided to answer this question?
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Continuation of "the authentic supplications (A'dyiah) during the Tashahhud ."
talibm
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Can dua help me achieve certain grades on my exams?
I have a really specific situation. I need to get a minimum grade of BBB in my exams however I feel as though I will get far from this. It is compulsory I get these grades otherwise I cannot continue with education. However I didn't finish two of the exams, so I am not confident at all. My question...
I have a really specific situation. I need to get a minimum grade of BBB in my exams however I feel as though I will get far from this. It is compulsory I get these grades otherwise I cannot continue with education. However I didn't finish two of the exams, so I am not confident at all.
My question is, is there any chance through making dua and praying 2/3 of the night for a long time, and sincerely asking Allah to help me get three B's is it possible?
I know with Allah anything is possible. However I mean is it realistic? I would need a miracle. I am desperate for these grades however I don't think it's realistic. What should I do? Prayer and dua is my only option.
Marwa
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Jun 17, 2016, 08:56 AM
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Is it haram to pray to Allah to harm me?
I know self-harm is haram in Islam. But what happens if I pray to Allah to do harm to me?
I know self-harm is haram in Islam. But what happens if I pray to Allah to do harm to me?
Lone Kid
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What are the authentic supplications (A'dyiah) during the Tashahhud?
Which Ahadith and references from the scholars could be provided to answer this question?
Which Ahadith and references from the scholars could be provided to answer this question?
talibm
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What's the wisdom behind Umar bin al khattab asking Owais al qarni for dua?
The prophet informed Umar bin al khattab to request Owais al qarni to pray to Allah for forgiveness of Umar. Sunni corpus affirms Umar is second best person of this ummah. What's the wisdom behind prophet informing Umar to place the request given Umar had been already given glad tidings of Paradise...
The prophet informed Umar bin al khattab to request Owais al qarni to pray to Allah for forgiveness of Umar.
Sunni corpus affirms Umar is second best person of this ummah.
What's the wisdom behind prophet informing Umar to place the request given Umar had been already given glad tidings of Paradise by the prophet himself?
https://abdurrahman.org/2009/07/23/the-story-of-uwais-al-qarni/
Abdul Muqit Okay
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When is the time of response mentioned in this following hadith?
I have read a hadith that says, every night there is an hour when no Muslim asks Allah of anything and he will be given that. Can anyone tell me is there any record or authentic opinion about when this time might be? I have read about the hour of response on Friday, but don't know about the hour of...
I have read a hadith that says, every night there is an hour when no Muslim asks Allah of anything and he will be given that. Can anyone tell me is there any record or authentic opinion about when this time might be? I have read about the hour of response on Friday, but don't know about the hour of response at every night. Is it the last third of night as Allah(SWT) descends to the last heaven described in another hadith? Or is it referring some different time period of the night?
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Are there any dua's to help getting married to someone?
I want to get married soon. I have a person whom I want to get married to. But my parents are not allowing as they don’t like the guy. They think he is not the right choice and never even talked to him for once to know about him. They just presumed. But I think he is a good human and the delay in ma...
I want to get married soon. I have a person whom I want to get married to. But my parents are not allowing as they don’t like the guy. They think he is not the right choice and never even talked to him for once to know about him. They just presumed. But I think he is a good human and the delay in marriage is causing excessive stress for me.
**How do I pray to Allah (SWT) so that I can marry the person I want to? Is there any dua for it?**
Thank you
Humayra amin
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Jun 28, 2019, 05:38 PM
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