1. Ask A Question About Islam And Muslims
  2. Ask A Question About Islam And Muslims

Ask A Question About Islam And Muslims

50 Questions

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

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
Is it permissible to allow an LGBT individual to enter a mosque, or should we deny them access?
Amina Inloes

If you do not allow an LGBT individual to enter a mosque, the next day they will go to a church. 
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?
Zaid Alsalami

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
I converted to Islam in 2021 but I have come to view Shia Islam as the correct. I have reached out to the nearest mosque and a couple other, but no one ever replies. Are Shi'ites leery of converts? Who can I talk to get me started on the correct path?
Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi

First of all we congratulate you in knowing and discovering the real religion from Allah which is Islam. This is one the greatest bounties from Allah on us which we to always appreciate and thank Allah for it. Your faith in the real Islam of the Prophet (SAWS) and Ahlul Bayt (AS) does not need approval from anyone or any Masjid. No doubt Shia Islam welcomes any truth seeker and provides real answers to any question or inquiry. Please feel free to ask Shia scholars about any questions or issues you may have. There are many useful Shia websites including this website which contain many useful information.

Wassalaam