Revive Your Iman: Spiritual Boost for Muslims

 A Comprehensive Chapter on the Funeral Prayer (Salat al-Janazah)  Introduction The funeral prayer (Salat al-Janazah) is one of the great Islamic rituals that demonstrate solidarity among Muslims and express respect for the deceased while seeking mercy for them. Its rulings have been detailed in the Prophetic Sunnah, where the Prophet ﷺ explained how to perform it, its conditions, etiquettes, and legal rulings. In this article, we will discuss these rulings in some detail, supported by evidence from the Quran and Sunnah.   The Ruling of the Funeral Prayer The funeral prayer is a communal obligation (Fard Kifayah), meaning that if some Muslims perform it, the obligation is lifted from the rest. Allah says:   > **"And pray for them. Indeed, your prayer is a comfort for them."** (Quran 9:103)   The Prophet ﷺ prayed over the deceased and commanded others to do so. He even performed the funeral prayer in absentia, as he did for the Negus (Najashi) o...

 Fasting on the Day of Arafah: Its Virtues and Rulings in Light of Authentic Prophetic Hadiths Introduction Fasting on the Day of Arafah is one of the great acts of worship encouraged by the Prophet ﷺ due to its immense reward and vast forgiveness. It is a blessed day when pilgrims stand on Mount Arafah, and it is recommended for non-pilgrims to fast as an expiation for sins and an elevation in rank. In this article, we will discuss the virtues of fasting on the Day of Arafah, the authentic Prophetic hadiths that highlight its significance, and some related rulings.   The Virtues of Fasting on the Day of Arafah Several authentic hadiths highlight the virtues of fasting on this day, including:   1. Expiation of Sins for Two Years Abu Qatadah al-Ansari (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that the Prophet ﷺ said:   > **"Fasting on the Day of Arafah, I hope from Allah, will expiate the sins of the previous year and the coming year."**   (...