All Questions

Every question answered on MuslimWay, newest first: short, honest answers for new Muslims and people curious about Islam in Europe and the US.

Do Muslims believe in David and Solomon?

Yes, Muslims believe David (Dawud) and Solomon (Sulayman) were prophets and kings. God gave David the Psalms and Solomon a unique kingdom.

It depends, and mercy comes first. Islam asks you to protect your body, but self-harm is a response to pain, and Allah's mercy is open to you.

Suicidal thoughts are not a sin. Allah forgives thoughts you don't act on, and your life is precious to Him. Call 988 (US) or 116 123 (UK).

Yes, you can get through it. Slow breathing, short dhikr and the dua of distress help, you can sit in prayer, and treatment works well.

Horse riding is encouraged in Islam: the Prophet praised horses and held races. But it isn't a required sunnah; ride with a good intention.

Yes, you can make dua in your own words. The Prophet said to choose whatever supplication you like; prophetic duas are best but not the only ones.

Are Premium Bonds haram? Most scholars say avoid them: prizes come from pooled interest handed out by random draw. See halal savings alternatives.

Yes, even new Muslims can host Eid: keep it small, halal and alcohol-free, make space for prayer, and invite someone who'd be alone.

Yes, you can read the Quran in bed or lying down. The Prophet ﷺ recited while reclining; sitting up is better, not required.

No, fasting on Eid al-Fitr or Eid al-Adha isn't allowed. Start Shawwal or make-up fasts the next day, and break a fast if you learn it's Eid.

Yes, Muslims can eat kosher food in most cases, since the Quran allows Jewish food. But kosher can contain alcohol, and scholars differ.

Yes. Depression and strong iman can coexist. Allah asks only what you can carry and keeps rewarding the deeds you did when you were well.