{"_id":"668da0a40b76658b4c233cb4","title":"Should we wait for an answer after praying salat-ul-istikhara?","question":"I am a little confused about something. I see all the time that “sabr” does not mean that you wait around for answers, rather you go and try what it is that you want and trust Allah with whatever answer you receive. But waiting around for Allah's answers is incorrect. Then I see others saying things like when you make dua for something, you’re supposed to leave it in Allah's hands and remain patient. That Allah will then open doors for you and things along those lines. I would like a little more clarity on this please.","answer":"It appears that you are referring to the practice of istikhara, which involves praying to Allah for guidance when facing a decision. The core aspect here, for us as believers, is to seek Allah's guidance because He alone possesses complete knowledge and wisdom. This is a point of agreement among everyone. However, there are differing opinions regarding the subsequent steps. Some scholars argue that there is no need to wait once you have sought Allah's help and carefully considered the situation; you should trust in Allah and proceed with your decision. On the other hand, some suggest continuing to supplicate until you feel at ease and gain more clarity, unless the decision requires prompt action. In such cases, it is recommended to trust in Allah and make the choice that seems best to you.","tags":[{"_id":"668da02d0b76658b4c233034","tag":"Salah: Istikhara","count":17}],"createdOn":"2024-07-09T20:42:12.447Z"}