Aqaaid

Q: If our taqdeer is written, then why are we punised for the sins we commit?

Q: What is the ruling with regards to Easter celebrations, Easter eggs, hot cross buns, etc.?

Q: What is the shari'ee status of meelaad and salami as is practised today?

Q: Is it permissible to tell someone "happy birthday"? I know its not a day to celebrate, nor do we do so but people feel appreciated / acknowledged that at least he remembered my birthday. Sometimes, some people take offense if you "forget" to tell them?

Q: A scholar who gives a legal opinion is rewarded for it, two rewards for the one who is correct and one reward for the one who erred. Therefore we say that all imaams are on the right path and can be followed. So why can't we follow these salafi ulama?

Q: What is the Sunnah with regards to the staff. At what age can you start using it?

Q: What does emulating the kuffaar mean? Is it only confined to clothing or does it also relate to other aspects of one's life? We see the kuffaar driving cars and eating and drinking in plates and cups and we Muslims also do the same. Is this not also emulating the kuffaar in our actions?

Q: People give mehndhi of the dargah to a girl who is not receiving proposals for marriage. They say she must perform two rakaats Salaah before applying it. Is this shirk?