Ramadan – In the Footsteps of a Great Generation
Imam Malik, the Imam of one of the four schools of Islamic jurisprudence, may Allah bestow mercy upon him, would seek permission to be excused following each of his lectures […]
Read MoreWhat is Fasting?
Fasting is called sawm in the Qur’an. The word sawm literally means “to abstain”. According to Shari ‘ah, the word sawm means to abstain from all those things that are […]
Read MoreThe Last Prophet of Islam: Dearer to Us Than Our Own Souls
I remind you and myself that it was during this time that the human who deserves our utmost loyalty, devotion, and love was born. Though we do not celebrate his […]
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More than a Contract: Honoring the Divine Gift in Marriage
Marriage is a huge milestone that deserves to be celebrated and honored. Usually, people shower the couple with gifts to commemorate their big day. Describing marriage, the Quran highlights a […]
Read MoreRamadan – the Fasting Month
Blessed Ramadan – the Fasting Month by Sh. Kifah Mustapha Introduction: Ramadan is the ninth month in our lunar calendar. The origin of this word is (Ra-ma-doo رَمَضُ) which means […]
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More than a Contract: Understanding Marriage as a Covenant
What comes to your mind when you hear the word marriage? Putting aside the cultural and traditional associations such as festivals, wedding venues and honeymoons, the Quran goes deeper to […]
Read MoreAnger Management: Three Insights from One Quranic Verse
Good and evil are never equal. Respond to evil with what is best, and your enemy will become like a close, devoted friend. But this cannot be attained except by […]
Read More“By the Witness and that Which is Witnessed…”
In times of calamity and hardship, when Muslims are massacred and Islam is attacked by old adversaries and new ones, we find solace through turning to the book of Allah […]
Read MoreEssence of Prayer
In the Quran, Allah unequivocally says: “And [perfect] your prayer; indeed, prayer guards against immorality and evil” (Quran 29:45). This verse promises a moral, victorious life for those who perfect, […]
Read MoreThe Ultimate Spiritual Journey
The image of millions of Muslim pilgrims performing Hajj is always an overwhelming sight humanity witnesses. Hajj is one of the best forms of worship and the most sublime of […]
Read MoreThe Virtues of Fasting
The Virtues of Fasting “Fasting is for me, and I personally reward for it.” Allah, the Most High, mentions in His Book that which translates to: “O you who […]
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