Answered by Sayyidi Habib Umar bin Hafiz (may Allah protect him and benefit us by him)
We as African Americans have a lot of resentment in our hearts due to slavery in our history. How should we view this incident? How can we heal ourselves and assist others in the healing process? Continue reading On Resentment Due to Slavery
Answered by Sayyidi Habib Umar bin Hafiz (may Allah protect him and benefit us by him)
What is the wisdom behind reciting Surat al-Fatihah and donating the reward for its recitation to the dead? Continue reading On the Wisdom of Reciting al-Fatihah and Donating Its Reward to the Dead
Answered by Sayyidi Habib Umar bin Hafiz (may Allah protect him and benefit us by him)
What is the difference between the ‘Greatest Intercession’ and the intercession of Allah’s chosen slaves? Continue reading The ‘Greatest Intercession’ and the Intercession of Allah’s Chosen Slaves
Answered by Sayyidi Habib Umar bin Hafiz (may Allah protect him and benefit us by him).
What can be recited to increase harmony between family members and between husband and wife?
If possible, every family member should recite Ayat al-Kursi once and Surat al-Ikhlas three times every time they enter the house. This increases love between family members. Continue reading Adhkar to Increase Harmony between Family Members and between Husband and Wife
Answered by Sayyidi Habib Umar bin Hafiz (may Allah protect him and benefit us by him)
We always hear about children showing righteousness to their parents. Is there a righteousness that can be shown by parents to children? Do you have advice for parents in their dealings with their children to stop them from disobeying them? Continue reading On Parents Showing Righteousness to Children
Answered by Habib Umar bin Hafiz (may Allah protect him and benefit us by him)
How do we remedy the conduct of our children if they have gone astray and will not listen to any advice?
Answered by Habib Umar bin Hafiz (may Allah protect him and benefit us by him)
How can a married couple progress spiritually together?
By studying the life of the Prophet ﷺ and by being aware that in their marriage they are representing Allah on the earth.
Answered by Habib Umar bin Hafiz (may Allah protect him and benefit us by him)
My spouse is less firm in the religion than me and is not connected to the Tariqah. What advice do you have for me?
Show them good character, be concerned for them, pray for them and share beneficial material with them.
Answered by Sayyidi Habib Umar bin Hafiz (may Allah protect him and benefit us by him)
I have been offered a teaching post in an Islamic school in a Muslim country. I would also like to raise my children in an Islamic environment. What do you recommend? Continue reading On Moving to a Muslim Country
Answered by Sayyidi Habib Umar bin Hafiz (may Allah protect him and benefit us by him)
Is it obligatory for someone to attend a wedding feast if she knows that there are things there that are displeasing to Allah? Continue reading On Attending Wedding Feasts Where Transgressions Are Likely
