Essential of Islam – Fard Ulum Course Date: November 15, 2023

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Key Points Extracted

1. Etiquette of the Masjid:
   • Items with irritating smells, such as raw garlic, onions, or strong medicines, should not be brought to the masjid.
   • Smoking or entering the masjid after smoking is impermissible.
   • The masjid should remain free of worldly talk or disturbances.
2. Witr Salah:
   • Witr is wajib (mandatory).
   • Proper recitation includes Surah Fatiha, a surah, and Du’a-e-Qunut.
   • Du’a-e-Qunut expresses dependence on Allah عَزَّ وَ جَلَّ and is wajib in Witr.
   • Witr in congregation is only permissible in Ramadan.
3. Sunnah and Mustahab Salah:
   • Sunnah Mu’akkadah is emphasized and should be prayed regularly.
   • Sunnah Ghair Mu’akkadah is encouraged but not as emphasized.
   • Tahajjud is best performed before Fajr, with Witr concluding the night prayers.
4. Istikhara (Seeking Guidance):
   • A dua and prayer method for seeking Allah’s guidance.
   • Requires two rakaats with specific surahs followed by the Istikhara dua.
   • Responses can manifest through a feeling of inclination or a dream.
5. Etiquette in Congregational Salah:
   • Strict adherence to the sequence and rulings of prayers, including Qadha for missed prayers.
   • Clarification of rulings for traveling prayers, Jummah, and Eid Salah.
6. Dream Interpretation:
   • Based on the works of Imam Ibn Sireen, using hadith as a source.
   • Dreams are interpreted based on symbolic meanings found in hadith.

Quranic References

• Various Quranic supplications (e.g., Du’a-e-Qunut) are highlighted, showing reliance on Allah عَزَّ وَ جَلَّ.
• Mention of Quranic examples for prayer inspiration, such as the du’as of Prophets Musa and Ibrahim.

Hadith Highlights

• Du’a-e-Qunut narrated from hadith.
• Istikhara and its prescribed method rooted in Sunnah.
• Detailed sequences of Salah practices validated by hadith collections.

Questions and Answers Highlighted

1. On Du’a-e-Qunut Recitation:
   • Q: Can any du’a be recited during Du’a-e-Qunut?
   • A: Only masnoon (authentic) du’as from the Quran and hadith are permissible.
2. On Istikhara:
   • Q: Does Istikhara result in a definitive yes or no?
   • A: It offers guidance; it is not obligatory to act on the result.
3. On Witr Salah in Congregation:
   • Q: Should Witr be prayed with the Imam in Taraweeh?
   • A: Only if the person prayed the Fard in congregation earlier.
4. On Prayer Sequences:
   • Q: If Sunnah Salah is missed, can it be made up later?
   • A: Yes, but only if time permits, and the sequence should not disrupt other prayers.
5. On Tahajjud Timing:
   • Q: Should Tahajjud be prayed after Witr?
   • A: Sunnah dictates Witr as the capstone before Fajr, but it is valid to pray otherwise.