Question: Men often have marks on their foreheads, possibly called mihrab, which form due to regular prayer. If a woman also develops such a mark, would it be considered a gift from Allah, especially if she is living according to the Quran and Hadith?
Answer: Having a mark on the forehead due to prostration is not a special gift from Allah for men or women. It simply forms because of regular prostration, just as marks can form on a person’s ankles or knees from sitting. There is no significant issue here. In Surah Al-Fath, Allah describes the mark of prostration as the light on their faces, meaning that those who prostrate sincerely to Allah will have a radiant and illuminated face. It is not necessary for there to be a visible mark on the forehead. What truly matters is the sincerity and adherence to the Sunnah in prayer. Such worship is accepted by Allah, and on the Day of Judgment, the limbs used in prayer will shine with the effects of ablution, regardless of whether there is a visible mark in this world.
✍ Sheikh Maqbool Ahmed Salafi (Hafizahullaah)
Jeddah Dawah Center – As-Salamah – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
A logical and theological refutation of Javed Akhtar’s atheistic objection regarding the existence of God and worldly suffering. This piece… Read More
Zina is a debt”, “Remain chaste so your women stay chaste”, “Whoever commits zina, zina will be committed with him”… Read More
Is it allowed for fathers to give all property to sons and deprive daughters? Complete Islamic ruling with Quran (4:7,… Read More
Can you kill a snake, carry a child, clear throat, or silence phone during Salah? Complete list of 20 actions… Read More
Can men & women pray following the Imam from a roof, basement, or adjacent house if they only hear his… Read More
Husband tells wife not to observe hijab/niqab in front of non-mahrams. Is obedience compulsory? Complete ruling on obeying husband, parents… Read More