“That’s beautiful, laa ilaaha illAllah!” He is so clever, masha’Allah!” What do you say when you see a smart child, a nice house, or a beautiful car? The answer should be none of above; rather you should pray for blessings! The evil eye comes from people who feel jealous (hasad), but the scholars have explained … Read more
In an increasingly global world, we hear more and more news from around the world. Unfortunately, the world media doesn’t exactly portray Islam and Muslims in the right kind of light! To be honest, at times our behaviour in and of itself is a big turn-off for many non-Muslims— and Muslims as well. However, what … Read more
“Thanks.” “You’re so sweet!” “Really appreciate it.” Etcetera. What do you say when someone does something nice? You can now revive a priceless sunnah many times a day, just by saying”Jazaak Allahu khayran!” جزاك اللهُ خيرًا “JazaakAllaahu khayr/khayran” means: “May Allaah reward you with good (khayr). It’s an actual dua’ you are making, so say … Read more
By Raiiq Ridwan In the Quran Allah orders us to call people to Islam with wisdom [Quran 16:125]. However, these days it has sadly become all too common to find dawah that is very unwise and unhelpful. Rather than bringing people closer to Islam, they actually have the potential to drive people away from the … Read more
بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم When we think of classical Islamic scholarship, what comes to mind are huge volumes of books written in high classic Arabic. We become awed by the diligence, piety, productivity, and excellence of these great individuals, رحمهم الله. What we don’t usually grasp is the fact that these people, apart from being … Read more
بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Things you need to know about charity: Sadaqah is not just about giving alms to the poor. In Islām, it is a much broader concept. You could even be spending on your family and it can count as sadaqah, if you have the proper intention. (Sahih Muslim 1002) The word sadaqah … Read more
When you just say “salaam,” “good-bye,” “later,” or “see you” when you depart from friends, family, or other company, you’re missing out on a chance to practice a beautiful sunnah of the companions! Learn how to recite surah al ‘Asr with tajweed and memorize it. Copy the companions and recite surah al ‘Asr when you … Read more
by Tabassum Mosleh بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم We often debate about whether celebrating birthdays, wedding anniversaries, etc. is halal or haram. In truth it’s a very complicated issue and needs to be respected as such. But an easier to answer and more practical question is whether we need to celebrate these extra festivities. One can … Read more
It was a nice summer afternoon, breezy and quiet. Mishma was sitting having tea with her friend and closest companion– her aunt Fariha. Although her aunt, Fariha was barely a decade older than Mishma, and very close to her in tastes and opinions. Fariha had watched Mishma being born, had taken care of her when … Read more