Sunni

Sunni Islam is the largest denomination of Islam, followed by the majority of the world's Muslims. Its name comes from the word sunnah, referring to the behaviour of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. The differences between Sunni and Shia Muslims arose from a disagreement over the succession to Muhammad and subsequently acquired broader political significance, as well as theological and juridical dimensions.

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Sunni . Hadith . Salah (Prayers) . Sunni-Shi'a

What is the basis for rejecting the narrations in Sunni texts regarding placing one hand over the other during prayer? Could you provide references from Shia sources that support the practice of opening hands during prayer?

Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi, Sayyed Mohammad al-Musawi is originally from Iraq and heads up the World Ahlul Bayt Islamic League in London. Other than being involved in various humanitarian projects, he frequently responds to... Answered 1 week ago

1. We follow the authentic Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (SAWA) taken from the most authentic and most knowledgeable source who are the Prophet’s own Progeny (Ahlul Bayt). We never accept fabricated narrations no matter what was the reason behind the fabrication.

2. There no authentic narrations that the Prophet Muhammad (SAWA) ever folding hands during are Salah. This fact was admitted by many leading Sunni scholars including Al-Azhar Sunni scholars in the book (Fiqh Al-Sunnah) and many other Sunni scholars.

3. No Sunni scholar could say that folding hands in Salah is obligatory. Imam Malik of the Maliki Sunni sect rejected folding hand in Salah.(Al-Mughni by Ibn Qudamah;514).

4. Had they have any authentic narration that the Prophet ever hooded his hands during Salah, they should have said that it is an obligatory act as all Muslims say that following the acts of the Proohet (SAWA) is obligatory.

5. Ahlul Bayt (AS) who are the most knowledgeable and the most authentic after the Prophet (SAWA) have clearly objected on folding hands during Salah and said that it is an act came from Non Muslims. Ahlul Bayt (AS) ordered Muslims not to fold hands during Salah (Al-Khisal by al-Sadouq , V.2 , P. 161). Also in Qutb Al-Isnaad 95 and Biharul Anwaar, V. 10 m P. 277.

Wassalam.

188160

Sunni . Mosque . Sunni-Shi'a

As the only Shia follower in my area, is it permissible for me to attend a Sunni mosque and pray according to their practices?

Zaid Alsalami, Shaykh Dr Zaid Alsalami is an Iraqi born scholar, raised in Australia. He obtained a BA from Al-Mustafa University, Qom, and an MA from the Islamic College in London. He also obtained a PhD from... Answered 3 weeks ago

Bismihi ta'ala

Of course you can attend a Sunni mosque, and pray there, but no, you cannot pray according to their method. You must pray according to the Shi'ah method, which means with your hands to your side, prostrating on something from the earth, etc.

If you are in fear of your life, then that is another situation.

And Allah knows best

185759

Sunni . Family . Sayyid . Zakat . Poor

What alternative financial support can we offer to our impoverished relatives, considering that Zakat is not permissible within our Sunni Sayyid family?

Zakat from Non Sayyed is not permissible to Poor Sayyed, but it is permissible from a Sayyed to a poor Sayyed. If you are a Sayyed, you can give your Zakat to your Sayyed relatives.

We should give to our relatives more than Khums and Zakat to see that their life is with out financial hardships just like our own life as much as we can.

Wassalam.

186021

Sunni . Girl . Marriage . Community . Marriage

What should I do if I am marrying a Sunni girl who respects and understands the Ahlul Bait, and her Sunni community is requesting their own Alim to officiate the Nikah?

Bismihi ta'ala

Although the Nikah could be valid, if the correct standards for Islamic marriage contract is observed, it is not a good sign if they "insist" on having their own 'Alim to do it.

If you choose to marry someone outside of your Madhhab, it is very important to have strong ability to manage things. You must be strong enough to have to deal with the issues that arise, regarding your Shi'i beliefs, your rituals, how the house is managed, and the future children.

There are good examples of a Shi'i marrying a Sunni, and both observe the highest level for each other's beliefs. That is how it should be.

However, there are many bad examples and bitter experiences, which is why one must be extra cautious, and not just think about accepting their 'Alim to officiate the Nikah, but also what level of involvement, interference, influence, or intimidation they will have.

Marrying someone from another madhhab is permissible only if one has assurance they will not be influenced, for them and the children as well.

And Allah knows best

Sunni . Girl . Marriage . Community . Marriage

What should I do if I am marrying a Sunni girl who respects and understands the Ahlul Bait, and her Sunni community is requesting their own Alim to officiate the Nikah?

Sunni Shaikh can recite the Nikah because it is after all a Nikah contract recited by either Shia or Sunni or any one who knows Arabic properly.

The main point is to be sure that she will remain in the future respecting Ahlul Bayt (AS) and will teach your children the teachings of Ahlul Bayt (AS). You are responsible about the future if your children.

Wassalam.

185052

Sunni . Wedding . Muharram . Ethics . Fiqh (Jurisprudence)

What is the religious and ethical viewpoint on attending a wedding held by a Sunni friend during the month of Muharram?

Lovers of Ahlul Bayt (AS) share Ahlul Bayt (AS) the noble feelings of mourning on the tragedies of Karbala and don’t take part in any function of happiness or celebration during the days of Muharram. Let your Sunni or non Muslim friend know why we mourn on these days and I advise you to refrain from attending wedding ceremony during these days. Respecting our beloved Imams of Ahlul Bayt (AS) is much more important than pleasing people.

I don’t say that attending weddings during Muharram is Haraam as it depends on your intention and impact on others as far as there is no disrespect to our noble values, but i can say that it can be harmful to our spirituality and our noble feelings being persons hoping to be servants of Ahlul Bayt (AS).

Wassalam.

184077

Misyar . Marriage . Sunni . Mut'a (Temporary marriage)

Is it permissible to engage in Mutah under the conditions of Misyar marriage, given that the one being married is a Sunni Muslim?

There is nothing in our authentic books called Misyar marriage. This name was been used recently by some of our Sunni brothers for certain type of marriage which does not need staying together.
Mut'ah marriage with all its conditions are allowed, no matter what people call it.

Wassalam.

184882

Wife . Sunni . Husband . Sunni-Shi'a . Umrah

Is it permissible for a Shia wife to perform Tawaaf-un-nissa on behalf of her Sunni husband who refuses to do it himself, after she has completed her own Tawaaf-un-nissa?

Sunni Muslims perform an obligatory Tawaf after Hajj and Umra , in the place of Tawaf-un-Nisa, but they call it Tawaf-ul-Widaa'.
'Performing Tawaf-un-Nisa on behalf on someone who is unable to perform it, needs his request so that it should be done on his request. The person should be : 1. Unable to perform the worship himself for any valid reason. 2. Requesting someone to perform the worship on his behalf, for the sake of Allah (SWT).

Wassalam.

181828

Sunni . Hadith

Are Sunni Hadiths considered authentic such as the one that says "If there was a prophet after me, it would be Umar"?

Amina Inloes, Amina Inloes is originally from the US and has a PhD in Islamic Studies from the University of Exeter on Shi'a hadith. She is the program leader for the MA Islamic Studies program at the... Answer updated 5 months ago

Sunni hadith may be considered on a case by case basis regarding their authenticity.

"If there was a prophet after me, it would be 'Umar" - Sunni scholars have disagreed regarding the authenticity of this narration. Some Sunni scholars have considered it authentic, whereas others consider it weak and reject it. Shi'i scholars do not accept it.

181580

Shahada . Sunni . Mosque . Taharah (Purity)

What should I do if I took Shahada in a Sunni mosque without being in a state of purity, but now acknowledge Shia as the true path?

Bismihi ta'ala

There is nothing you need to do, as far as this. Congratulations on joining the Ark of Salvation, the Ark of Ahlul Bayt (a.s.).

And Allah knows best

180948

Hell . Sunni

What is the destiny of Sunnis in the afterlife according to Shia teachings?

Allah (SWT) Knows the destiny of every one from us, but He ordered us to follow and obey the Prophet Muhammad (SAWA) as we read in Quran : (Obey Allah, and obey the Messenger and your divine leaders)(AhlulBayt).(Sura 4, verse 59).

Those who obey Allah and His Messenger will win a great win. (Sura 33, verse 71).

We follow Quran and Ahlul Bayt (AS) after the Prophet (SAWA) as he has clearly ordered every Muslim to keep following Quran and Ahlul Bayt. ( Saheeh Muslim 7:123, Sunan Al-Tirmithi 5: 329. Musnad Ahmad ibn Hanbal 4:267, Al-Mutadrak ALAL Saheehain by Al-Haakim al-Nisabouri 3L110, Sunan Al-Daarimi 432, Sunan al-Bayhaqi 2:148 and Musannaf ibn Abi Shaibah 7: 418.

Wassalam.

178205

Woman . Sunni . Children . Marriage . Husband . Sunni-Shi'a . Faith (Iman)

Is it permissible for a Shia woman to marry a Sunni man without being required to change her faith and beliefs? And would it be acceptable if the children from this marriage adopt Sunni beliefs instead of Shia?

In general, marriage between any Muslim woman and Muslim man is permissible provided such marriage does not cause harm to faith or religious practice.
'Shi'a woman must do her best to bring up her children on loving and following Ahlul Bayt (AS).

Wassalam.