Assalamualaikum,

I''ve been suffering from mental health problems for the last 7 months. I have never had these issues before, but this year I started to get very bad anxiety attacks that would last hours each day and experienced serious depression. I don't talk to many people, but something happened between me and two of my close friends and they won't talk to me anymore even though i have tried my best to make the situation right.

They aren't muslim but they were still kind to me and helped me a lot in the past. Losing my close friends has hurt me a lot last week and I completely lost my mind and even started to consider suicide astaghfirullah. I am currently living in Japan so I've tried to see a psychiatrist but it didn't really help and it's very difficult to afford a good therapist here because the mental health system is not good. I don't really have anyone to talk to about these issues and have just kept them to myself. Because when I've tried telling someone, they don't really know what to tell me because they don't understand what it is like to go through mental health issues so I have just ended struggling with this alone.

I feel like my imaan has been very weak lately and I want to start rebuilding my connection with Allah to try and feel better. Because I have realized that by losing my close friends, everything in this world is temporary and even if it hurts, you shouldn't become too attached to it. So I would like to try and get closer to Allah because I know that I won't be dissappointed and that will last forever rather than just a temporary attachment to something in this world.

Any advice would be appreciated on small steps I can starting taking to slowly go in the right direction since I'm in a bad state right now and lost my mind completely the other day.

jazakallah

I just don't get what is hapenning in Syria, I'm Turkish and in Turkish news channels it looks like we are fighting PKK. In social media it seems we are fighting alongside Israel and the US. In europe this is a civil clash?

I honestly never supported Erdogan but the misinformation is making me crazy. Where do i find objective information ??

As people here already told me before, you can't js make ur own interpretation of hadith or quran.

So my question is, how do u determine wether a hadith is true? Can't it be a case where a hadith is in a authentic collection but the interpretation of scholars is different than what it says?

For quran we got tafsir and stuff. But wb hadiths

Assalamualaikum wrwb, I'm just about to finish the stories of prophets playlist by Mufti Menk - here

I was wondering if someone has a similar playlist or a book or any resources that is credible and has more details about any prophets especially Musa and Isa عليهالسلام. TIA

Jazakallah.

I converted back to Islam last year by doing the shahada at a mosque and never visited a mosque ever since. Was given a Quran, prayer rug, books, etc. and haven't opened them in almost 2 years. Keep saying I'll go to the mosque the next Friday prayer and never do. And that's after changing jobs that accommodate me to attend Jumuah. Sin all the time. Constantly fantasize about going to a mosque and getting into physical altercations or making a loud arguing scene with other brothers because I imagine them pissing me off at some point. Always say I'm going to learn how to do wudu and pray and never do. Always say Allah and religion should be #1 in my life yet I only focus on worldly matters.

I've come to the conclusion that Allah does not want me in his good books and that I am misguided no matter what. I guess the decision I made as a teen to turn away from him led to that. Guess I have no one but myself to blame and that there's no way back for me.

I said some hurtful things to someone and they're not forgiving. I'm not a rude person but I need to learn how to control my tongue when I feel hurt. Now I just want to kill my self so I don't have to live with this guilt anymore

Iberian Peninsula: Beginning in 710 AD, a large part of the Iberian Peninsula was "greened" by the Arab Empire. After that, Christians in the Iberian Peninsula embarked on a 780-year-long effort to "ungreen," which was finally completed in 1492, pushing the "green" back to North Africa. The greening took only a few years, but the un-greening took 780 years.

Balkan Peninsula: The lands of the Eastern Roman Empire began to be "greened" by the Arab Empire around 600 AD, leaving only Greece and Turkey. Greece and Turkey were gradually "greened" by the Ottoman Empire after 1000 AD. Although the Ottoman Empire "greened" the Balkan Peninsula, it allowed people to remain non-Green, which enabled many in the Balkans to retain their Christian faith. This was a key reason the region could "ungreen" in modern times. However, in other regions, such as Egypt, they had already been "greened" by the Arab Empire for 800 years before the Ottoman Empire arrived. Even though the Ottomans allowed people to remain non-Green, these places had already been so thoroughly "greened" that they could not return, and modern efforts to "ungreen" them have not succeeded.

Israel: In 132 AD, the Jews were expelled from Israel by the Roman Empire, starting a millennia-long period of exile. In 1948, they returned to Israel and re-established the state, marking the "ungreening" of the land. Over the years, Israel has been engaged in a continuous struggle against "green" forces in the Middle East. The ancient neighbors of the Jews—such as the Egyptians, Phoenicians, Babylonians, and Persians—either disappeared, changed, or transformed beyond recognition. However, the Jewish people, their ethnicity, and their religion and culture have remained unchanged, and in modern times, the Hebrew language were revived, making them the only surviving group among their neighbors.

Armenia: Armenia was the first country to adopt Christianity, 100 years before the Roman Empire. Later, it was surrounded by "green," but in modern times, with the help of Russia, it managed to "ungreen." If I’m not mistaken, Israel and Armenia are the only two countries in the Middle East that do not follow "green."

Some brothers and sisters here (which mostly have waswasa) repeatedly ask the same question, which goes something like this:

"I had impurity on my hand, and when I washed it, some water splashed onto my shirt. Do I need to wash my shirt since the water touched the impurity before splashing on me?"

Some parts of this question is beautifully clarified by the great scholar Ibn Daqiq al-‘Eid in his explanation of ‘Umdat al-Ahkam, titled Ihkam al-Ahkam. He states:

"أَنَّ وُرُودَ النَّجَاسَةِ عَلَى الْمَاءِ مُؤَثِّرٌ فِيهِ، وَمُطْلَقُ التَّأْثِيرِ أَعَمُّ مِنْ التَّأْثِيرِ بِالتَّنْجِيسِ.

وَلَا يَلْزَمُ مِنْ ‌ثُبُوتِ ‌الْأَعَمِّ ثُبُوتُ الْأَخَصِّ الْمُعَيَّنِ."

"The presence of impurity in water has an effect on it, but the general concept of 'effect' is broader than the specific effect of making it impure. The existence of the more general does not necessitate the existence of the more specific."

(Ihkam al-Ahkam, 1/70 - Digital Shamela version)

In essence, what he means is this: yes, water that contacts impurity is affected by it, but this does not automatically make the water impure. Being "affected" is broader than becoming "impure."

And the scenario I mentioned, which is frequently asked about, involves a very light and brief passing of water over the impurity, insufficient to render the water impure. As Ibn Daqiq al-‘Id notes, "Water passing over impurity does not automatically make the water impure."

I hope that after reading this insightful quote from Ibn Daqiq al-‘Eid, brothers and sisters struggling with such thoughts will find peace and clarity.

Let’s upvote the post so everybody can see it.

Im sorry if somethings doesnt makes sense translating from my native language to english with islamic terms is hard.
So ı have been having a really hard time academcally. ı dont know why ı care so much but that combined with some other personal struggles really affects my health lately. ı want to take the rest of the term off because ı feel like ı wont be able to keep up with how the things are at the moment ı just cant shake this feeling of not having enough faith because ı consider taking the term off. and ı feel like ı did everything ı could phisically. ı studied hard and then ı prayed. ı remind myself that eveything comes our way comes from Allah(c.c.) but ım really tired and like ı say ı started throwing up from stress (it has been going on for a few weeks now) ı lost a lot of weight and ım confused. ı study wery hard but still it doent get better. do you think if ı take the term off it is a lack of tevekkül or faith. now that ı wrote it it looks so silly but the struggle is real believe me.

Have you seen those eating challenges on social media? It's honestly a bit strange when people consume huge amounts of food, as if life is all about eating!

As a Muslim, food is not just about pleasure, it's also a blessing that we need to handle with care. As the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'No human being fills a worse vessel than his stomach. It is enough for the son of Adam to eat a few mouthfuls to straighten his back, but if he must (fill his stomach), then one third for his food, one third for his drink, and one third for his breath."

The key is moderation. Let's always aim for balance—food is a blessing we thank God for, and with moderation, we lead a healthy, balanced life.

Asalamu alaykum warahmatullahi wabarakatu my dear brother and sisters I’m a white convert from Europe and Allah invited me to his house and I went to Medina and spent two weeks there last month Alhamdulillah. It was a wonderful experience however for my health issues I couldn’t perform Umrah but I did pray in Quba mosque which equals as one Umrah Alhamdulillah. I spent two weeks and a half and then I returned to the West .

However upon returning home , I started to sin like crazy . Astaghfirullah I sinned so much and didn’t even pray when I got back home . I know we shouldn’t reveal our sins but what do I do . I forgot about Islam Astaghfirullah when I got back all I did and do is sin . What to do now ? How do I repent after all of this ? After coming back from Medina it’s like the Shaytan got me and couldn’t resist .

I want to repent sincerely but I’m afraid it won’t be accepted . I know Allah is the Most Merciful . Astaghfirullah. And also when I came back from medina my chronic illness worsened and I almost fell into disbelief because I thought Allah SWT would cure me after the trip as I made dua in medina for shifa . Astaghfirullah

Assalamu Alaikum, with Ramadan around the corner, the Muslim Student Association at UCLA needs help raising funds to hosting daily iftars for Muslim Bruins. With over 200 attendees at any given iftar, there are significant costs associated with the events, especially regarding dinner. InshAllah, any provided donations would be used to help organize these iftars and procure dinner and supplies for Muslim Bruins. This is a great opportunity for ajar and to help out the Muslim youth. Launchgood link is below:

https://www.launchgood.com/v4/campaign/msa_ucla_ramadan_2025?src=internal_thankyou_beta

Hi, I’ve been praying istikhara for 5 days. Every night, before going to bed I pray 2 rakats and then begin talking about the thing I need guidance of. Although I’ve been trying to keep it clear and short, I do not see any bit of answers. First, I researched about it a little and found out that it’s not only about dreams. But the thing is I do feel only and only “confusion”. I do not understand if I’m in peace or stressed. Every time after praying istikhara I try to dream about some stuff to see if I feel uneasy but no. I feel pretty happy and fine with the things I think about. However when go to bed and sleep, ( for 4 days) the dreams I’ve seen were the most unrelated things ever. I’ve tried to connect them but no. Since I’m the person who wants them to be a positive sign I’ll find a way to fool myself thinking it might be positive. On the other side, I do feel only confusion and mixed feelings when I wake up. Questions like what am I supposed to do if this is the dream or I don’t know what I feel eat me inside. Only on my 5th night after praying I’ve forgotten my dream.

I’m aware that it is not about only dreams and answers might come in a different ways such as like getting advices or losing feelings. I just don’t get anything. And it confuses me even more than before.

Are CBD gummies halal? As long as there's no THC (that produces the "high") and of course, gelatin.

Gummies seem fine since you're not smoking it and you can be sure that there's no THC. Just want to confirm since I heard they were good for anxiety and sleep. Plus they're legal here.

Salam everyone!

I reverted two years ago Alhamdulillah and I want to start actively memorizing Quran, learning Arabic, and studying Islam.

For memorizing, I only have 5 short Surahs memorized so far, and have been spending around 3-4 hours a week on it as I aim to memorize the last juz over the next 4-6 months. I try to memorize individual ayahs and their meanings, and listen to the surahs on repeat.

For Arabic I can read and write the script, but I'm hoping to actually learn the language over the next couple of years (if not decade). I spend an hour a day practicing reading, writing, and listening. Speaking-wise, I could maybe entertain a toddler... I mostly use youtube videos.

In addition, I really would like to start learning about Qur'anic Sciences, Hadith Studies, Fiqh, Aqeedah, Tazkiyah... I can't afford paying for classes yet, but insha'Allah I'll start saving when I have a job over the summer. I've been listening to podcasts and lectures on youtube when I'm commuting or doing work so far, but I want to be more engaged.

If anyone here (revert or not) has managed to memorize Quran, learn Arabic, and/or complete islamic part-time could you please drop some tips, tricks, and maybe even resources? There's so much to do and a whole lot of information everywhere so I don't really know where to start!

I know this is probably something I'll be working on for a lifetime but thankfully I'm only 17 and a university student so I'm hoping to get started early and keep it up! I'll really appreciate any bits and pieces you guys have for me.

JazakAllah khair :)

Salam.

2 years ago I was an exceptional student who ran a successful business, just before my senior year I started to struggle to focus and could not get myself to open a textbook - I went from 100% in all subjects to getting zeros and I literally could not understand why I felt so blocked. I managed to graduate with a mediocre score due to lack of studying and still went to a top college because my GPA before my senior was perfect.

I failed my first year of college because of the same feeling, I felt resistance and blockages. My business is suffocating. I had investors ready with their money but something always seems to block them to the point where they tell me that they have never experienced anything like this before. Over the span of those two years, I started to get acne and physical issues too, every time I read Qura'an a pimple appears on my face and leaves a scar, I also noticed that I always get 3 pimples shaping a triangle on my forehead.

I am scared to even move forward with life, I lost time and opportunities, even other people felt it. Help me if you can.

i feel like i love god with my tounge but in my heart maybe I'm far from god. I speak about Islam so much BECAUSE I LOVE TOO. but I don't pray fajar and I'm lazy with it and I commit things. what do I do I'm confused

A Brief Illustrated Guide to Understanding Islam is a helpful, free online book that has three chapters: Some Evidence for the Truth of Islam, Some Benefits of Islam, and General Information on Islam. It is available in multiple languages. Here is the link to the book: https://www.islam-guide.com .

I'll be leaving home soon and I don't feel strong enough to bear calls from my dad, mom,sisters, threats, dealing with the family breakup. I know girls who have spent 4 years without talking to them, on depressant pills. I'm tired of suffering, i just wanna be okei.

Here is the thing, when i say this to muslims they judge, bring the religion always even thought im not religious. This isnt about religion, its about going through trauma, abuse, not being loved in good way, that your parents don't give you emotional support, that they don't understand you, being forced to do Ramadan, to dress their way, hide things, not going out, AND A LOT....

A lot of muslims are so ingorant, judge people, they are not empathetic, they cannot see beyond their box.

Unfortunately, the people who have hurt me the most call themselves Muslims and come from a hostile community.

Hi all,

We are doing a secret Santa at work and the person I have pulled out for secret Santa is Muslim. I was thinking of buying some chocolate as the secret Santa gift. I’ve looked online and it seems that most chocolates are not certified as halal. To my understanding, the chocolates can’t contain alcohol or pork, but my knowledge around Islam is limited. Please could someone provide some clarity as to what I should look out for in the ingredients, apart from alcohol and gelatine?

Thanks

Assalamualaikum I've got a really important question that I'd like to know the answer to

If semen drops onto my finger, and under a tap I wash my hand with water to make that area pure (where the semen has dropped onto)

And the pure running water that's dropping onto my hand from the tap goes onto my wrist or some of my arm whilst I'm washing the impurity off does this spread the impurity making my wrist or arm impure?

Assalamu alaikum, dear brothers in sisters. I've spent the last ~10 hours researching a particular hadith and have come to no definitive answer. Please help me if you can.

Ibn Maajah (4245) narrated from Thawbaan (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet (blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) said: “I certainly know people of my ummah who will come on the Day of Resurrection with good deeds like the mountains of Tihaamah, but Allaah will make them like scattered dust.” Thawbaan said: O Messenger of Allaah, describe them to us and tell us more, so that we will not become of them unknowingly. He said: “They are your brothers and from your race, worshipping at night as you do, but they will be people who, when they are alone, transgress the sacred limits of Allaah.”

At first, when I read this, I immediately assumed that it's talking about ANY sin committed in private, aka something like listening to music can wipe out all your good deeds if you die without repenting for it. This obviously terrified me greatly. I was raised a Muslim and don't recall ever being taught such a thing. I was always taught that a believer's sins and good deeds will be weighed on the day of judgment.

So I went digging... a lot.

After many hours of scouring the web, I've discovered that this hadith seems to be a point of contention.

Islamqa.org:

https://islamqa.org/shafii/seekersguidance-shafii/169689/committing-sins-in-private/ - says that it's only for the hypocrites and the ostentatious.

https://islamqa.org/hanafi/daruliftaa-birmingham/170811/explanation-of-hadith-of-allah-making-good-deeds-like-the-mountain-of-tihamah-like-scattered-dust/ - says it's for EVERY believer.

Same site, different answers.

Islamqa.info:

https://islamqa.info/en/answers/135707/who-are-the-ones-who-will-come-on-the-day-of-resurrection-with-good-deeds-like-mountains-but-allah-will-make-them-like-scattered-dust - says "The one whose habit is to make a show of being good and concealing his evil ways  causes more harm and misguidance to the Muslims, because he has no piety and no fear of Allah." which(to me) implies it's for EVERY believer.

https://islamqa.info/en/answers/225875/what-are-the-private-sins-muslims-commit-in-seclusion - under the section Sins committed in solitude: What are they? it says: "What appears to be the case is that this Hadith does not refer to everyone who commits sin when he is alone, because no one can be free of minor sins."

Again. Same site, different answers.

So, naturally, I became extremely confused. Then, I went to YouTube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89szuDcI48k - 3 weeks ago. Says that the majority consensus only talks about the hypocrites who try to fool others that they're believers and actually DISBELIEVE in private.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-N1v3w2BM2o - says it's only about the people who only do good deeds around others but only sin when they're alone.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XR-tZlPgtkk - says that good deeds are not deleted and that sins and good deeds are weighed on the day of judgment.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69xZ0vnhOPw - says that doing bad things(e.g. pornography) repeatedly can nullify ALL your good deeds.

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/MdC0sztAIzY - says that doing bad things on your phone can delete ALL your good deeds.

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/7Q_iUYkNRcg - says that good deeds cannot be deleted.

And many, many more that say different things. There are many short videos that say that it applies to ALL believers, while some sources claim that it's only for the hypocrites. Some even recite the hadith differently(e.g. some sources say that the people whose deeds are turned to dust offer the night prayer, while others make no mention of it and say that those people only do good deeds in front of others.) Some sources say the hadith is Sahih, others that it's Hasan...

Personally, I'm not too familiar which scholars are more trustworthy, so I don't know who to listen to. I've also always been taught that only leaving Islam invalidates your good deeds, and that hiding your bad deeds is better than doing them openly, but a lot of videos seem to openly contradict this leading to me being confused.

Does anyone have any idea on how to clear this up?

Thank you in advance and Allah bless you all and forgive all your sins!

Hii so I'm not very religious myself but my best friend is and she had a argument with her ex boyfriend and he was saying stuff like she was a liar and she wasn't a real Muslim and she's really upset about it and again I'm not very religious so I'm not sure how to comfort her and make her feel better so what should I say that will make her at least feel a bit better? thank youu

Salam, I am looking for an easy course for a convert that I know of, to begin learning to read the Qur'an in Arabic. They speak English and have never encountered Arabic before.

Or maybe a video series would be useful?

JazakAllah

Sallam!

For the past couple months, I’ve slowly became way more religous (Allahamduillah), this includes the feeling that I don’t want to gossip anymore.

I used to love talking about people with my friend, only if that person had done something to me/her. We’ve stopped that, aswell as I feel uncomfortable even thinking about talking about an opinion I have of someone (and why)

The problem is, I was telling my friend how a girl in my class doesn’t do any of the work. (Not going to go into detail on what she does but I did tell those who I told abt the situation)

I don’t know if this counts as gossip since I’m talking about what she does and how sometimes that does affect me aswell (granted there is stuff that could be left out, so shame on me for that one)

Any advice?

Hi, I'm an agnostic who would like to understand your concept of Satan/Helel/Lucifer/Samuel/The Devil.