The Young Marriage of Aishah to Prophet Muhammad

In the name of Allāh, ar-Raḥmān (the most merciful), ar-Raḥīm (the bestower of mercy). When discussing historical events, it is important to understand societal and cultural norms of that time. Events are often misconstrued when people try to interpret historical events through the lens of “presentism” i.e. interpreting historical events through contemporary values thereby creating […]

How does a Muslim react to the mistakes of the Sahābah (Companions)?

Reference: Majmū’ Fatāwa Ibn Taymiyyah Vol 3 Page 155 [al-‘Aqīdah al-Wāsitiyyah] Ahl as-Sunnah do not believe that every individual Ṣaḥābi (companion) is free from major or minor sins; rather in general. it is possible that they sinned. However, they possessed virtues and merits which causes their sins to be forgiven – if indeed they sinned. Moreso, […]