Author Archives: Imam Salim Chishti

Hadith – Bukhari – Book of Belief – #39

Posted on July 7, 2012 by Imam Salim Chishti

Narrated Al-Bara’ (bin ‘Azib): When the Prophet came to Medina, he stayed first with his grandfathers or maternal uncles from Ansar. He offered his prayers facing Baitul-Maqdis (Jerusalem) for sixteen or seventeen months, but he wished that he could pray … Continue reading →

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Hadith – Bukhari – Book of Belief – #38

Posted on July 6, 2012 by Imam Salim Chishti

Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet said, “Religion is very easy and whoever overburdens himself in his religion will not be able to continue in that way. So you should not be extremists, but try to be near to perfection and … Continue reading →

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Hadith – Bukhari – Book of Belief – #37

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Imam Salim Chishti

Narrated Abu Huraira: Allah’s Apostle said, “Whoever observes fasts during the month of Ramadan out of sincere faith, and hoping to attain Allah’s rewards, then all his past sins will be forgiven.” [subscribe2]

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Hadith – Bukhari – Book of Belief – #36

Posted on July 1, 2012 by Imam Salim Chishti

Narrated Abu Huraira: Allah’s Apostle said: “Whoever establishes prayers during the nights of Ramadan faithfully out of sincere faith and hoping to attain Allah’s rewards (not for showing off), all his past sins will be forgiven.” [subscribe2]

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Sheikh ul Islam Prof. Dr. Muhammad Tahir-ul-Qadri on moonsighting question

Posted on June 30, 2012 by Imam Salim Chishti

As Ramadhan draws closer this year, the usual questions about moon sighting and calculations will come up. I have written in the past about this but it is always important for the worldwide Muslim Ummah to get perspectives and gain … Continue reading →

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