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

Will I receive all the true blessings of hajj if I perform it while my knowledge of the religion is still limited?
Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi

Hajj is obligatory immediately when we are able to perform it. Knowledge about basic rules of Hajj and Prayers is must which is simple and can be obtained in short time. Less knowledge about general teachings of Islam  does not mean an excuse to postpone Hajj.

You will get more blessings of Hajj as your intention is more sincere to perform this great worship and submit to and follow the Prophet (SAWA) and his Ahlul Bayt (AS).

The sincere performance of Hajj opens gates for more blessings , wealth and knowledge.

Wassalam.
Is it a requirement for someone before they perform hajj that they make amends with anyone they have differences with, such as in a situation of divorce?
Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi

It is required for us , not only before performing Hajj, but always, to give back the rights of others and seek pardon from any one who was wronged by us whether intentionally or unintentionally. When we intend to travel for Hajj, we need to be sure that no liability is on us for any one.

Divorce is the most disliked allowed act in Islam, and it should not happen unless there is no way at all for the couple to continue together. Divorce should not involve any act of injustice or backbiting or insult to the other party or any of his/ her  family members. If such act of injustice has taken place, we must apologize and seek pardon from the person who was wronged by us.

Wassalam.
Is it true that if someone can’t perform Hajj or Umrah, they can visit Karbala and it will be accepted as if they performed Hajj?
Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi

Obligatory Hajj is Must on every Muslim who can perform it and no other worship can replace it. Visitation to Karbala is very great but not in stead of obligatory Hajj.

Visitation of Imam Husain (AS) in Karbala is greater in reward than recommended Hajj and Umra.
I have been to Ziyarah and Arbaeen but not for Umrah or Hajj as I believe my expenses for the latter will aid those involved in the murder of the Yemenis. Will Allah (swt) accept my reason?
Abbas Jaffer

The Haj is wajib to perform for a person who is able (mustati').

Despite the very regrettable action of the regime in power in the region, our Maraje' have not guided otherwise.

The constant Shi'a presence is vital in this global gathering of Muslims and you should go if as soon as you are able.

Regards