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Category Archives: Dawwah

Dawwah, Fasting, Islamic Principles

How to Prepare for Ramadan and Embrace the Month of Blessings

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How to prepare for ramadan
23
Nov

**Preparing for Ramadan: A Spiritual Journey**

The month of Ramadan is a time of immense spiritual significance for Muslims worldwide. As Allah (SWT) ordains fasting as an act of worship, purification, and gratitude, it becomes essential to prepare ourselves physically, mentally, and spiritually for this blessed month. Allah reminds us in the Qur’an:

*”O you who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting as it was decreed upon those before you that you may become righteous.”* (Al-Baqarah, 2:183)

Fasting goes beyond abstaining from food and drink; it is a path to attaining Taqwa (piety). Preparation for Ramadan involves renewing intentions, seeking forgiveness, and planning acts of worship. Strengthen your relationship with Allah by setting goals for Qur’an recitation, engaging in voluntary fasting, and increasing charity.

Ramadan is also an opportunity to foster unity, whether through family prayers, communal iftars, or fulfilling missed fasts from the previous year. Most importantly, make Dua, asking Allah to grant health and Iman to fully embrace Ramadan’s blessings.

May Allah accept our efforts and allow us to witness this sacred month. Ameen.

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Community, Dawwah, Muslim Etiquette, Religion

Great Leaders in Islam: Lessons from the Past for Today’s Ummah

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Great Leaders in Islam, Lessons from the past for todays ummah
18
Oct

Throughout Islamic history, visionary and righteous leadership has played a critical role in uniting the Ummah, spreading justice, and achieving prosperity. Guided by the principles of the Qur’an and the Sunnah, great leaders in Islam emulate our  Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, the Rightly Guided Caliphs (Al-Khulafāʾ Ar-Rāshidūn), and others, which in […]

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Dawwah, Islamic Principles, Religion

Understanding the Islamic Stance on Bribery [Ar-Rashwah]

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Understanding the Islamic Stance on Bribery [Ar-Rashwah]
25
Aug

Have you ever found yourself in a position where you had to pay a bribe just to get what you rightfully deserve? Is it an unfortunate reality for many people around the world!? Bribery, also known as Ar-Rashwah in Arabic, is a pandemic that has eaten into the fabric of all and sundry. In fact, it has found itself institutionalized in many ordinary and corporate affairs, that Muslims are not left behind!

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Dawwah, Fasting, Islamic Principles, Qur'an, Religion

How important are the sacred months and how do we keep the sanctity

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16
Jun

Time has completed a cycle and has assumed the form of the day when Allah created the heavens and the earth. The year contains twelve months of which four are sacred. Three of them in consecutive order: Dhul-Qa’dah, Dhul Hijjah and Muharram. And also Rajab of Musldar, which comes between Jumada and Sha’baan.” – Abu Dawud

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Dawwah, Islamic Principles, Religion, Tawheed

Virtues of Remembrance of Allah

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23
Oct

Remembrance of Allah (Adhikr) is one of the greatest forms of worship in Islam. It involves the use of the heart, tongue (or both) to praise Allah, seek forgiveness or produce any form of righteous deed leading to reward. Although it appears simple to do, yet powerful to gain a […]

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Dawwah, Muslim Etiquette

STRATEGIC WAYS TO OVERCOME THE SINS COMMITTED WHEN ALONE?

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14
Oct

Do you find yourself persistently involved in various immoral acts or vices in your free time when alone in a corner of the room; watching illegal movies, listening to immoral conversations, harmful thoughts? And you have made several attempts to quit, but unfortunately, it ends in disappointment and depression while […]

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Dawwah, Muslim Etiquette, Tawheed

Hoping For Paradise By The Virtue of Good Manners

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Hoping For Paradise By The Virtue of Good Manners
30
Sep

Indeed, Allah has bestowed favor upon the believers by sending the Prophet Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم as a mercy to mankind. He came with the message of truth alongside a revelation — the Qur’an to purify them of their iniquity. This comes with purging the heart away from polytheism […]

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Dawwah, Qur'an, Religion

Gems from Surah Al-Hujurat; A Reminder for Mindful Muslims

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08
Jan

Surah Al-Hujurat is a Madani Surah (it was revealed in Medina). The scholars of Islam had made it known to us that most Madani revelations are to strengthen the believers and to remind them of Allah’s Commandments and expectations from Muslims. This surah is indeed to strengthen and straighten Muslims. […]

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