Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, We are experiencing a new era, an Islamic revolution. Studying Islam has become easier than ever before. Ahadith and tafasir are just one click away! Sitting comfortably in our chairs, with a cup of steaming coffee in front of us, we can watch khutbahs and lectures from Imams who are on the … Read more
Your home is a blessing. Are you making good use of it? Many of our homes are full of shortcomings and neglect of our deen, so it’s time to take action and ask: how can I fill my home with productivity and emaan? In this week’s central ayah Allah ‘azza wa jall reminds us: And … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim Allah Azza Wa Jall has made the city of Makkah a sanctified area, which means that certain acts that may or may not be allowed elsewhere, are not allowed inside this area. That’s why it is called haram. Things which are forbidden in it include cutting down of trees and even tearing … Read more
Siwaak means cleaning the mouth and teeth with a siwaak, which is the name given to the tool used. The siwaak is a stick or twig (of the arak tree) used for this purpose. Now, you don’t have to throw your toothbrush in the bin, but use the siwaak or miswaak (“natural toothbrush”) in addition … Read more
Allah calls Himself Ar-Rabb— The Lord, the Master— on more than 900 occasions in the Quran. Ar-Rabb is the only one who truly takes care of the whole creation, nourishing it in the most perfect way. He is the one who created us, who sustains us, who fosters and regulates all beings from the earliest state to that … Read more
Which beautiful name of Allah reminds us that He is truly the ultimate master of all that exists? Do a word search here and make your best guess, then on Monday check here to see if you got it right!
Our Task on Earth Allah (swt) has sent us to this world with a specific purpose. He has not abandoned us. He is always with us, answering our prayers and leading us out of our struggles and confusions. Our task here on earth is to follow His guidance in every situation and return to Him … Read more
By K. Balkhi The results of much of our efforts will be what we make of them, but one way for you and I as Muslims to ensure that our deeds bear the maximum fruit is to purify our intentions— performing them solely for Allah’s pleasure. “But how?” asks the little voice in my head. … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim. Allah the Most Merciful says in the Quran: And take provisions (for Hajj), but indeed, the best provision is taqwa of Allah . And fear Me, O you of understanding. [2:197] What is taqwa? The word taqwa is usually translated as “consciousness of Allah” or “fear of Allah.” The meaning of taqwa … Read more