Daily Actions Q&A

In Hindu folk belief, a cat crossing the path is often seen as inauspicious (especially a black cat). Many people pause…

The right hand is used for eating and drinking, and the left hand is for cleaning after using the toilet, based on Sunnah.

Vastu Shastra recommends sleeping with the head towards the South or East and avoiding the North, as the South is associated…

Most Hindu fasts are vegetarian and avoid onion, garlic, grains and non-veg. Strict Ekadashi and other vratas usually require…

The body is bathed and dressed, a lamp is kept near the head, and family members observe mourning rituals. Cremation is…

Muslims often say "Bismillahi walajna, wa bismillahi kharajna, wa ala Rabbina tawakkalna" (In the name of Allah we enter…

If uncertain, go with the lower number you are sure of and complete the prayer. Some add two prostrations of forgetfulness…

A cut, wound or nosebleed that flows heavily (more than the size of a dirham coin in some opinions) can break wudu. Minor…

Say "As-salamu alaykum" (Peace be upon you) and the reply is "Wa alaykumu as-salam".

Recite Ayat al-Kursi, Surah Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq and An-Nas, and say "Bismika Rabbee wada'tu janbee wa bika arfa'uhu" (In…

Remove shoes, wash hands and feet if possible, ring the bell, and offer a small prayer. Do not turn your back to the main…

The Tulsi (holy basil) plant is traditionally placed in the front courtyard or a clean, well-lit area of the home, usually…