All Questions

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Should I eat before the Eid prayer?

Yes, on Eid al-Fitr eat a few dates before the prayer. On Eid al-Adha the sunnah is to wait and eat afterward. Neither is obligatory.

No, Muslims can't drink alcohol: beer, wine and spirits are haram even in small amounts. Trace alcohol in food and non-drink uses differ.

To talk to your teen about dating as a Muslim parent, start early, explain the why, avoid shaming, and stay close even if they're already dating.

No. Anxiety is a test, not a punishment. Allah tests believers with fear, the righteous are tested most, and your distress wipes away sins.

Yes, if they're interested and will respect it. Many scholars suggest giving a good English translation rather than Arabic only.

It depends. Music doesn't break your fast, but scholars differ on it and many Muslims pause music in Ramadan to focus on the Quran.

Muslims believe in the Bible in part: God revealed the Torah, Psalms and Gospel, but today's text changed over time. Here's how Muslims see it.

Yes, as a temporary bridge while you learn. Transliteration can't show every Arabic sound, so listen, get checked and learn the letters.

No, you don't need a prayer mat to pray. Any clean spot works: floor, grass, towel or jacket. When a mat helps and how to pray without one.

Ramadan 2027 is expected to start on Monday, 8 February, depending on the moon. Here's how the date is set and when Eid al-Fitr falls.

Yes, say "Allahu Akbar" three times, then "Subhanalladhi sakhkhara lana hadha..." The Prophet said it when setting out on a journey.

Yes, Muslims believe in Jesus as a great prophet and the Messiah, born of the Virgin Mary, but not as God. Here's what the Quran says.