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How do I cope with homesickness at university as a Muslim?

Cope with homesickness at university as a Muslim by joining the Islamic society, praying in congregation, calling family and remembering Allah.

The key dua for guidance is Ihdinas-siratal-mustaqim from al-Fatihah. Plus short duas the Prophet taught for guidance, and istikhara for choices.

The first deed judged on the Day of Judgement is prayer; the first matter between people is bloodshed. Here's how both hadith fit together.

It depends: many scholars let Muslims return namaste as a cultural hello, but avoid the bow and the yoga meaning of honouring the divine.

Typing Ameen in the comments can be a real dua if you sincerely mean it. Ameen means O Allah, answer, but type Ameen or else posts are superstition.

Yes, passing gas breaks wudu by agreement of all scholars. Just redo wudu; no istinja or ghusl needed, and mere doubt doesn't break it.

The Quran says Allah forgives all sins for those who repent (39:53) and asks believers to pardon others too, so Allah will forgive them.

Yes, Muslim men can shave their heads bald at any time, and it's the most rewarded option after Hajj and Umrah. Only partial shaving is wrong.

To cope with disappointment as a Muslim, accept your feelings, trust that Allah knows what's best for you, and keep going with sabr.

It depends, but many scholars see claw machines as near gambling: you pay per try for a chance prize, and machines are often set to pay out rarely.

Yes, you can play sports in niqab with breathable gear, take it off in women-only spaces, and ease it when breathing or safety need it.

To pray Fajr on an early flight, pray at the airport if dawn has come, or in your seat on the plane before sunrise. Here's how, step by step.