We try not to think about death and dying, but in reality thinking about death softens the heart towards the worship of Allah Azza wa Jall. It is the most efficient way of relieving anxiety. It is also the most efficient method of overcoming laziness. It is also a potent antidepressant. Al-Qurtubi quotes in his … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, One of the clichés we hear in many wise sayings and literature is “live in the present.” It was said by wise people of the past, present, and even wise fictional characters: Happy the man, and happy he alone, He, who can call to-day his own: He who, secure within, can say: … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, In surat al Furqan, there is a passage (ayah 63 to 76) in which Allah Azza wa Jall describes a special group of people. This group is given a name by Allah – ibadur Rahman, the Servants of the Most Merciful, and they enjoy a special mercy from the Most Merciful. Allah … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, We have probably come across people, even Muslims, who are convinced that in Islam, men are better than women. Some of us have these beliefs so ingrained in our mind that even in the face of contradicting evidence, we find it difficult to let go of these beliefs. In fact, some prominent … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim: Prostration is one of the highest signs of worship. It is the lowest we can get, in front of the Highest of all. We put the most prized part of our body– our forehead– on the ground, thus acknowledging Allah’s loftiness and grandeur. It is also the time when we’re closest to … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, Barakah, as we know, means blessing. The word occurs many times in the Quran in different forms, for example: And if only the people of the cities had believed and feared Allah , We would have opened upon them blessings (barakaat) from the heaven and the earth; but they denied [the messengers], … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, Has this happened to you? You’re at work you’re thinking of the time you’ll be back home in front of the TV. While in front of the TV, you’re thinking of what’s there to eat and whether you should go out or not, and while you’re having your delicious meal, you’re thinking … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim: You may have met some people, not only in movies, but in real life, who have a knack for turning every opportunity into profit— every bit of rock they come across into gold. I once heard of a businessman who bought a certain airlines company which was not only incurring losses, but … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, I’m going to feel better when we’ve moved into a new house. Once I get a degree then I’ll be happy. I’m just waiting to get married, then life will be much happier. If only such and such happened, I would be so much happier! We look for happiness in many places. … Read more