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QuestionHow can I be a better Muslim?Shaykh Mekaeel is an Imam at the Islamic Community of Salinas in Salinas, California. He is the founder of the Voyagers of Knowledge YouTube channel, which creates Islamic educational content. He attended the Islamic University of Madinah and earned a degree from the school of Da'wah and Usuluddeen.The first thing that you do is recognize that you're lacking. You have to recognize that none of us is going to be perfect at what we do. And once we identify the problem and realize it, we can come up with a solution. The best thing to do to be a better Muslim is to get closer to Allah, to realize the presence of Allah, and to know how, no matter what we do in our lives, we're going to find some form of mercy or blessing from Allah in our lives. And the best thing that you can do to get closer to Allah is to connect yourself with him. We have the Quranic words of Allah; we read them, try to comprehend them, and apply them to our daily lives, not just reading them as if they were historical pieces or fictional books. We read them, try to comprehend them, and then attribute them to our lives. Another thing we do is recognize that, as human beings, Allah created us, knowing that we're not perfect. Also, always perform the five daily prayers.
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QuestionWhat if I commit a sin over and over and can't stop?Community AnswerThen, ask Allah for His Help and seek His forgiveness. Pray and read the Qur'an a lot. Also, make sure that you understand the meaning of the Qur'an. Inshallah, you will stop commit the sin and become a good Muslim.
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QuestionWhat if I'm the only Muslim in my family? What should I do?Community AnswerBe a role model for all of your family. Be generous and kind. This will lead your family to think that you are much better as a Muslim. Bring a change in yourself, a good change. Always seek help from Allah. Sharing your belief may lead to someone converting, but don't pressure them to convert.
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QuestionHow can I have faith?Community AnswerRead the Tafseer for inspiration, study the life of Muhammad and connect with other Muslims to hear their testimonies. Pray to Allah each day to strengthen your faith.
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QuestionHow do I act sincerely?Community AnswerPray on time, stick to your promises, never lie, and complete your work on time.
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QuestionHow can I have a strong faith?Community AnswerGain more knowledge. Read the Quran and its profound meaning; most importantly ask Allah for a strong bond, He has all powers to do so, "Allah the Exalted says: 'I am as my slave expects me to be, and I am with him when he remembers me. If he remembers me inwardly, I will remember him inwardly, and if he remembers me in an assembly, I will remember him in a better assembly (i.e., in the assembly of angels)."
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QuestionHow can I get Allah to forgive me?Community AnswerAllah's mercy is infinite. As long as you repent and try to avoid repeating that sin, you will be forgiven.
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QuestionWhat can I do if I am negative minded?Community AnswerListen to your heart because your heart never lies to you. Say to yourself that Allah is with you always.
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QuestionIs it wrong for a Muslim to pray for death?Community AnswerWhy would you pray for death if Allah has given you this gift of life? If there is a severe problem, seek help from your friends and family, or from Allah himself. He will help you in the best way possible.
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QuestionIs there any forgiveness in Islam for past mistakes?Community AnswerYes, Allah is the most merciful. Do not doubt Allah's mercy. Allah forgave a man who killed 100 people because he was sincere in his repentance.
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QuestionWhat should I do when I commit a sin?Community AnswerRepent by making a sincere Tawbah and turning to Allah for forgiveness.
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QuestionHow could I increase my knowledge?Community AnswerThere is knowledge everywhere about Islam. Buy an Islamic text and read it, or search online. Also, one of the best ways to gain and preserve your knowledge is to go to Madrasa.
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QuestionPeople should know that Allah has put us in this world as a test. Why do people do bad things anyway?Community AnswerPeople presume it's okay to do whatever they please, good or bad, as long as they repent for their sins afterwards. Obviously, that is not okay and if that is your intention, know that God is aware of all and will not forgive you for the sins you have done. Some people don't have a conscience or a strong belief in God and his superiority.
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QuestionIs it alright to face any direction after failing to know the right direction to face when praying?Community AnswerYes it is. Allah is the most merciful and forgiving so he will forgive you if you do not know the right direction. Pray in the direction you believe to be right.
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QuestionWhat will happen if we make qiblah in our house?Community AnswerQiblah is an Arabic word which means direction. All the Muslims are obliged to face in the direction of kabah. If you want to make kabah in the house, then first of all there is not such a necessity, secondly it is also not permissible.
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QuestionHow can I avoid sex?Community AnswerBy lowering your gaze to the opposite sex and not interacting with them frequently. Try to control your sexual desires by not looking at anything where the body is exposed. If you are not married, get married as soon as possible, at which point you can have sex.
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QuestionHow can I remember to not make the same sin again?Community AnswerWhenever the opportunity comes to commit that sin, say "I do not want to make the same mistake again." And if you do make it again, repent and ask for forgiveness.
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QuestionWhat if I repeat a sin?Community AnswerIf you repeat a sin, ask for Allah's help and forgiveness. Keep reading the Qur'an and make sure you pray, inshAllah you won't repeat it again.
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QuestionHow can I not think about sex?Community AnswerThink about Allah.Think about the punishment in Jahannum that awaits you if you commit zina.
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QuestionDoes Islam forbid Terrorism?Community AnswerTerrorism is absolutely forbidden in Islam, killing an innocent is a strictly forbidden, punishable offense.
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QuestionHow can I make my husband and kids convert? I always pray and cry for this.z mCommunity AnswerThe best way is to be patient and inform them constantly about religion. Make lots of Duas and in Shaa Allah it will help you surely.
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QuestionWhat does tawbah mean?Community AnswerTawbah in Islam means forgiveness. It is realizing a mistake, turning to Allah and asking for forgiveness, and to promising to not to commit it again.
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QuestionWhat is the most appropriate source for reading about Sufism?Community AnswerRead a good translation of the Holy Quran translated by a Muslim. That's the most important resource.
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QuestionWhy can't Muslims fast during Ramadan?QamarTop AnswererThat is not true. Muslims are commanded to fast during Ramadan, unless they are on their menses, sick, or traveling.
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QuestionIf I'm doing an exam and I'm called to Jumah prayer, should I leave the exam to pray?Community AnswerYou should leave the exam and go to prayer as that is more important in the hereafter. However, make sure that this is allowed before doing so (since in some cases, leaving an exam can invalidate your results).
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QuestionWhat's the reason I commit sins again and again and think that Allah will forgive me?Community AnswerYou just commit sin again and again because we are human beings. Allah will forgive you.
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QuestionHow will Allah (SWT) forgive my sins? I seem to be going back to same sins again and again. I ask for forgiveness, but I remain the same person inside.SobiTop AnswererEngage yourself in thikr and constantly make du'a, repenting every day for your past sins. After you commit a sin, pray two rak'ah Salah al Tawbah.
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QuestionI try to keep my mother happy, but sometime she is so mean and rude to me. How do I address this situation?SobiTop AnswererDo not be mean to her. Continue to make her happy and make du'a for her always.
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QuestionHow can I get back in the habit of praying again?Community AnswerPray daily. Set a timer if you have to, but set aside 5-10 minutes per day to pray silently. This can be during work or school, in the morning, at night before bed, or several times throughout the day if you want.
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QuestionWhy do some Muslims celebrate Christmas?SobiTop AnswererChristmas is a time of worship for Christians, and Muslims must not take part in such celebrations. That is worshiping other religions, which is haraam.
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