Oneness of God
567 questions
How did Safa and Marwah become among the rituals of God when they were once places of paganism and idols, and were the pagans who embraced Islam surprised by that?
Does complaining to a prince, king, or wealthy person and asking them for money constitute Shirk (associating partners with God)? And is seeking treatment from a doctor considered Shirk?
What is the meaning of "Subhanallahi wa bihamdihi, Subhanallahil-Azim"?
Is believing that the harm of some modern medicines outweighs their benefit, then rectifying this belief by remembering that benefit and harm are solely in the hands of Allah the Almighty, considered polytheism (shirk)?
Does watching films that include myths, such as those about the "god of thunder, or the sea, or beauty," for entertainment and without acknowledging them, constitute an act of disbelief (kufr)?
What is the ruling on wearing a wedding ring to protect oneself from suspicion and people's gossip – not to imitate disbelievers – in a society that thinks ill of someone who sees a girl with a young man if there is no wedding ring?
How can one reconcile the Almighty's saying: "But if they endeavor to make you associate with Me that of which you have no knowledge, do not obey them, but accompany them in [this] world with appropriate kindness and follow the way of those who turn back to Me [in repentance]. Then to Me will be your return, and I will inform you about what you used to do" with His saying: "O you who have believed, do not take your fathers and your brothers as allies if they have preferred disbelief over belief"? And does 'alliance' in the verse mean following, agreeing with, and supporting falsehood? And what is the difference between righteousness, maintaining ties of kinship, and alliance?
Did the early Christian sects say that Jesus is the Son of God in the sense of being literally God's begotten son? And do today's Christians, by their statement that Christ is the Son of God, mean a metaphorical sense? And are they, by that, considered not polytheists, but rather disbelievers for describing God in an unfitting manner, distorting God's words, and denying what Muhammad (peace be upon him) brought?
Does using the phrase "so that it may be blessed," along with the belief that Allah alone is the source of blessing, constitute shirk that takes one out of the fold of Islam?
Does a vision, whether good or evil, signify God's pleasure with His servant?
How can one repent from showing off (riya') when admiring someone, and the subsequent questions about how to appear presentable, speak beautifully, and show affection to others, especially since this has persisted for 12 years? Is seeking forgiveness (istighfar) sufficient to expiate this sin if one returns to it? Does the verse: "Indeed, Allah does not forgive association with Him, but He forgives anything less than that for whoever He wills" apply to hidden shirk? Is there a specific supplication (du'a) or daily litany (wird) that helps with repentance?
How can the non-fulfillment of an oath be forgiven, as well as swearing by one's children and not fulfilling it, and how can sins be forgiven?
Is swearing and vowing not to rely on anyone other than Allah considered major shirk, even if the veneration of someone other than Allah does not reach the veneration of Allah?
Is it sufficient, in order to close the door to minor shirk, that I ask Allah to facilitate my need with good expectations and reliance on Him, and then take the necessary means?
What is the interpretation of the story, "Do not test your Lord," which one Christian mentioned that Christ said to Satan, and does it indicate Christ's divinity?
Is it permissible to listen to Abu Khatir's "My Wife" song if some of its lyrics, such as "days became difficult" or "time has allowed us to unite," constitute reviling time?
Can a disobedient person who has associated partners with God repent and be accepted by God into His mercy, and will God forgive him for this sin, or must the Hadd punishment for apostasy be carried out against him?
What are the types of ṭīrah (superstitious omens) that must be avoided, which may cause fear of something bad happening or regret over something said?
Is fear of the oppressor or the arrogant, and the dread of tribulation and perishment at their hands, considered a blameworthy fear that leads to polytheism, such that it is said, "Whoever fears other than Allah has associated partners with Him"?
Is it permissible to seek intercession through the blessing of Umm Al-Mu'minin Umm Salama, may Allah be pleased with her?
What is the ruling on believing in horoscopes, and is it permissible to adopt the characteristics of horoscopes only without predicting the future?
What is the ruling on the whispers that my sister experiences regarding creation, the universe, the afterlife, and eternity, and are these questions considered polytheism (shirk)?
Do these poetic verses, said in praise of the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, which include, "No, by Him who made hearts flutter, my master, were it not for you, I would not have been a lover," and "So seek for me your side as a resting place in my soul, for I deem you the fitting abode," constitute shirk, especially with regard to Sufism, or are they permissible?
What is the ruling on one who relies on the formation in a PlayStation game after Satan's whispers that he is relying on the players, and what should he do?