This page presents a collection of articles, biographies, and hadith studies by the great scholar and leading hadith expert, Imam Abul Husain Muslim bin al-Hajjaj an-Naisaburi. As one of Imam Bukhari’s foremost students, he dedicated his life to sifting through hundreds of thousands of narrations to produce the masterpiece *Sahih Muslim*, a hadith collection widely recognized as the second most authentic reference after *Sahih al-Bukhari*. Explore the story of his scholarly journey filled with dedication, his rigorous methodology in the science of hadith, and the practical life guidance from the authentic narrations he bequeathed to the Muslim community.
Why Do Carcass Hides Raise Questions? Bags, Shoes, Belts, and Jackets: Where Does the Leather Come From? Take a quick look at what you are wearing. Leather shoes on your feet, a belt at your waist, a wallet in your pocket, or a leather jacket hanging in the closet. Almost everyone owns at least one … Read more
What Is Asmaul Husna? Definition and the Meaning of “Al-Husna” Many Muslims memorize Asmaul Husna as children, usually through a song or a recitation after prayer. But ask “what does Asmaul Husna actually mean?” and the answer often stops at “the 99 names of Allah”. Behind those two words lies a long and beautiful discussion … Read more
Did you know that performing Tayammum on a wall or a car window might be invalid if the surface is too clean? Or did you know that Tayammum does not actually “lift” the state of ritual impurity (Hadath)? Many of us are forced to perform Tayammum in emergency situations, yet unknowingly make mistakes in practicing … Read more
Have you ever realized that no matter how clean you wash yourself with the most expensive soap, it does not necessarily make you legally fit to perform prayer? In Islam, there is a very clear and rigid dividing line between simply being ‘clean’ and being ‘spiritually pure’ (suci). The key to this dividing line is … Read more
Have you ever seen piles of sacrificial animal hides in the mosque area and thought, “Instead of letting them go to waste, why not sell them for the mosque’s fund?” Or perhaps you received an overwhelming portion of Qurban meat and considered turning it into cash? While the intention might be noble, there are very … Read more
The practice of joint qurban is very common in our communities. Usually, several people collect funds to buy a single sacrificial animal. This practice is frequently seen in mosques, neighborhoods, or schools. In Islamic jurisprudence (fiqh), this joint effort falls under the chapter of syirkah or shared ownership of funds and goods. Is Joint Qurban … Read more
Approaching the sacred month of Dhu al-Hijjah, many Muslims frequently contemplate whether the ritual sacrifice is a binding obligation or a highly emphasized sunnah. Gaining a profound comprehension of the ruling of qurban in Islam is critically imperative to ensure that our worship aligns precisely with the parameters of the sacred law (sharia) and is … Read more
In studying the jurisprudence (fiqh) of worship, it is highly crucial for us to understand the applicable legal boundaries from the very beginning. Knowing the conditions that make prayer obligatory (syarat wajib shalat) serves as the foundation and the first step before we delve into the details of its execution. This discussion is an integral … Read more
In tropical regions like Indonesia, daytime temperatures can be scorching—precisely during Dhuhr time. Walking from home to the mosque under the blazing sun can cause physical exhaustion, heavy sweating, and difficulty focusing once in the prayer row (saf). Under these conditions, is it better to pray immediately or wait a moment for the heat to … Read more
Every year, as Eid al-Adha arrives, millions of Muslims worldwide execute the ritual sacrifice known as qurban (Udhiyah). However, many fail to recognize that the precise manner in which the sacrificial animal is slaughtered determines the validity of this profound act of worship—and fundamentally dictates whether the meat is legally lawful (halal) for human consumption. … Read more