Category Archives: Religion

Spreading Hope and Kindness: The Transformative Power of Charity in Islam

Charity(Sadaqah) is deeply rooted in Islamic principles, serving as a reflection of a believer’s faith and compassion. It’s not just about giving; it’s about purifying one’s wealth, nurturing empathy, and strengthening community ties. This act of generosity can have a profound impact, bringing hope and relief to those in need, […]

 Respecting the Companions of the Holy Prophet

Respecting the Companions of the Holy Prophet

The Companions of the holy Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), known as the Sahabah, occupy a position of unmatched honor and reverence in Islam. They were the chosen generation through whom Allah preserved and transmitted His final revelation. Their faith, sacrifices, and steadfastness became the living proof of divine guidance in action. […]

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

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

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 […]

How to Make Your Marriage a Blessed Union of Shared Values

How to Make Your Marriage a Blessed Union of Shared Values

Allah created the universe with laws and commandments that govern and regulate the proper existence of His creations. And among His signs is that He created everything in pairs. He made the male gender attractive to the female and vice versa. It is He Who also made marriage lawful and […]

Understanding the Islamic Stance on Bribery [Ar-Rashwah]

Understanding the Islamic Stance on Bribery [Ar-Rashwah]

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!

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

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

THE SACRED MONTH OF RAJAB-DOS & DON’TS

Rajab the sacred month

The word “Rajab” comes from the word At-Tarjeem, which means exaltation because the people of Jaahiliyyah used to honor it by sheathing their swords and shunning wars. It was called Rajab because it is held in high esteem and also venerated in Sharee’ah. Al-Bayhaqi said: the people of the jahiliyyah […]

Virtues of Remembrance of Allah

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 […]

How to be Ramadan Ready

How to prepare for Ramadhan

Ramadan is the holy month where Muslims strive to Earn Allah’s Mercy by abstaining from food and water from sunrise to Sunset. “O you who believe, fasting is prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you, that you may develop God-consciousness.” (Quran 2:183) The month of Ramadhan […]