Animals slaughtered by Al-Tijaniyyah

Q: My Senegalese Muslim brothers in the Congo urged me to ask you for the ruling on the following issues: The animals slaughtered by Al-Tijaniyyah, offering Salah (Prayer) behind them, and offering Salah before the Adhan (call to Prayer) of (Part No. 22; Page No. 449) Maghrib (Sunset) Prayer. We hope that the answer to the mentioned questions be sent to the address given.

A: First, the animals slaughtered by Al-Tijaniyyah are not permissible, because they practice innovations and have what is called `Aqidah Shirkiyyah (creed that associates others with Allah in His Divinity or worship). Second, offering Salah behind them is not permissible. Third, supererogatory Salah offered before sunset is not permissible unless it is offered for a reason, such as greeting the Masjid (mosque). This is based on what is related in Sahih Muslim There is no prayer after the ‘Asr prayer till the sun sets. Finally, it is permissible to offer supererogatory Salah after sunset and before Maghrib prayer.May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.