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What are unsuitable clothes for us as muslims?
Extravagantly long clothes are unsuitable for us.
Why does islam ban wearing extravagantly long clothes?
Because they indicate boastfulness and arrogance.
How can one’s clothes show their piety, fear of Allah?
Covering of the private, Awra indicates a Muslim’s piety.
What is the protective function of clothes in islam?
Clothes protect us from heat, cold and harmful things.
What should not men do with their dress style?
Men should not imitate women’s style of dress.
What did the prophet teach us about styles of dress?
He cursed a man who’d imitate women’s dress style.
What did the prophet warn Muslims against?
He strongly warned us against the mixed dress styles.
What is very wrong for a pious muslim to do?
It is wrong to wear a transparent dress showing the body.
What is the punishment for those exposing [Awrah]?
Such men and women are considered as Sinners.
Why does islam consider such people as sinners?
They are sinners because they are disobedient people.
Why did the prophet turn his face away in anger?
He did so as Asmaa's dress was not thick enough.
What did the prophet say to Asmaa at that time?
“If a girl menstruates, only this & these should be seen.
What are the parts the prophet [PBUH] pointed to?
The prophet pointed to his face and two hands.
What should we keep in mind when choosing clothes?
We shouldn’t choose the clothes which we like only.
What should we choose our clothes according to?
We should pick our clothes according to Islam’s values.
What is Modesty in the viewpoint of Islam?
It is the most important characteristic of a woman.
What does a girl dressed modestly & tastefully show?
A modestly dressed girl shows her good manners.
What can’t immodesty in a dress be for a woman?
Immodesty in dress cannot be considered elegant.
What are some requirements for a dress in Islam?
Covering the awrah, loose enough, not transparent,
women shouldn’t wear men's clothes nor should a man wear a woman's clothes, they shouldn't be clothes of fame, pride or vanity.
Why is covering awrah necessary for every muslim?
It is a must for the validity of prayers for men & women.
Why should a Muslim’s clothes be loose enough ?
Not to reveal the physical details of a Muslim’s body.
What shouldn’t men and women imitate each other in?
They shouldn’t copy each other in speaking, walking, dressing and moving.
What clothes are men not allowed to wear?
Men are not allowed to wear silk clothes or gold.
Are women forbidden to wear silk or goldwear too?
No, women are permitted to wear old and silk clothes.
What are the (permissible) foods & drinks in Islam?
A Muslim can only eat and drink halal foods and drinks.
What foods and drinks should a Muslim avoid?
They should avoid all that is impure and unlawful.
What is impure and unlawful for a Muslim?
We mustn’t eat dead animals, pork , blood & alcohol.
What food and drink should a Muslim also avoid?
He mustn’t eat food & drink obtained illegally through theft or deceit.
What does a Muslim intend when eating and drinking?
We intend to gain strength to worship Allah better.
What must we as Muslims always remember?
We must know that Allah created us to worship Him.
What does Islam call us as Muslims to do?
Islam calls to maintain hygiene and cleanliness.
What must a Muslim do before and after eating?
We must wash our hands before and after eating
What does a Muslim say before eating or drinking?
We must say: “In the Name of Allah” before eating or drinking.
What should we say if we forget to say Bismillah?
He should say, "Bismilla, at its beginning & at its end.
Which hand should a Muslim eat and drink with?
We should also eat and drink with our right hand.
What did the prophet once say about the right hand?
He said ,” Satan eats and drinks with his left hand”.
How many fingers should he use to handle his food?
He should use three fingers to handle the food with.
What shouldn't a Muslim do while eating ?
They shouldn't blow on hot food to make it cool.
What should they rather do instead of blowing?
They should rather wait patiently until it is easy to eat.
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