How many times do you actually finish all that’s on your plate? And do you know that if you wash your hands right after eating, you’re missing out on a beautiful sunnah? The Prophet salallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam would lick his fingers after eating and advised us to do the same. And not only that: … Read more
Allah calls Himself Al-Khabeer— The Acquainted, the All-Aware — on six occasions in the Quran. He is the one who knows the true reality of all that is created. Al-Khabeer is aware of, knows about, and has understanding of all inner states, internal qualities, and the meanings of all things! The Acquainted, All-and Fully Aware, … Read more
by Abir Dhib Unlike what stereotypes and prejudices teach the world about Islam, this religion does not excuse laziness. It is quite impressive to examine the concept of work from an Islamic point of view. In fact, there is quite an emphasis on work in the holy Quran. With 360 mentions in different surahs, work … Read more
Can you imagine your name being mentioned next to the name of Allah ‘azza wa jall? It’s time to meet the slaves of the All-Merciful and find out how you can strive to be of the elite human beings raised in status in this world and the next, inshaa’Allah— by being humble! Allah Ar-Rahmaan says … Read more
by Raiiq Ridwan “Our Life is what our thoughts make it”, said Marcus Aurelius, a Roman emperor who lived nearly 200 years ago. He also said, “The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts: therefore, guard accordingly, and take care that you entertain no notions unsuitable to virtue and reasonable nature.” … Read more
Allah calls Himself As-Samad— The Eternal, Satisfier of Needs, the Refuge and Absolute— on one occasion in the Quran. As-Samad is the unchangeable one on whom the entire creation depends. He is the one unaffected by any circumstance and the only one able to fulfil all needs in the most perfect way, without Himself being … Read more
by Ummay Qasim Step One Have you ever seen how a blind Muslim expresses his love for the Quran? He kisses it with tear-filled eyes and touches its cover with respect and deep love in his heart. He cannot see the words, so he listens to its verses and to quench his spiritual thirst. Be … Read more
Did you know that there are specific rights that we as Muslims have over others? If you do know these rights, do you do your best to fulfil them in your daily life? The Prophet salallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam said: The rights of one Muslim over another are five: returning the greeting of salaam, visiting … Read more
The Prophet Muhammad sallallahu alayhi wasallam said in a very famous narration, Allah says, “Whosoever shows enmity to someone devoted to Me, I shall be at war with him. My slave draws not near to Me with anything more loved by Me than the religious duties I have enjoined upon him, and My slave continues … Read more