Allah’s name Al-Hakam— The Judge, The Giver of Justice, The Arbitrator— occurs on one occasion in the Quran. He is the One who always delivers justice, in every situation, to everyone. Al-Hakam never wrongs anyone and is never oppressive, He is the only true judge; no one can overturn His judgment and no one can … Read more
Our faith sometimes weakens and we become overwhelmed by our desires. The shaytaan makes sin attractive to us, so we fall into things that Allah ‘azza wajal has forbidden. Now the question is not whether or not you will sin, because mistakes are in fact part of our nature. The question is: what will you … Read more
Start Mapping! Mindmapping has proven to be an effective tool for scientists, composers, writers, and students of the Quran! Why? Because this method of note-taking allows the brain to form links between information bits and to create a network of meaning that strengthens memory and enhances understanding of the material. How Do I Do it? … Read more
Nazira Usmani Glad Tidings for the Patient One And We will surely test you with something of fear and hunger and a loss of wealth and lives and fruits . . . [from Quran, 2:155] Have you ever been tested with sickness, loss of loved ones, unemployment, job loss, or a financial crisis? Does your … Read more
by Zaida Ayliff Solomons Is there a rainbow out there or a dark cloud? I don’t know— I can’t see. I simply breathe in the cold air. Should I take a walk, or mope? I decide to mope, away from the day, escaping the sun’s rays. If you were in Cape Town, South Africa yesterday … Read more
Allah calls Himself Al-Baseer— The All-Seeing, The All-Perceiving, The All-Comprehending — on 42 occasions in the Quran. He is the One whose perfect sight encompasses the whole creation. Al-Baseer has insight into all things and Who perceives every detail, every state of existence, and every circumstance! The All-and-Ever-Seeing, The Comprehending Baseer comes from the root … Read more
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Isn’t it heart-melting how your Lord gives you the opportunity to spend the wealth He (swt) gave you to bring great benefit to yourself? Giving charity is something truly heart-softening in Islam— but do you know how you can actually become more productive by giving sadaqah? Giving charity is one of the five pillars and a … Read more
What?! Yes. Teaching someone else forces us to review the material, understand it better, and find ways to explain it, all of which helps the teacher to master the material! How? How does it work? First of all, when you prepare to teach someone else, you think about how you’ll present the material. In order … Read more