In the Name of Allāh.
Verily, the clarity and beauty of Islām reveal its teachings about marriage, emphasizing that ‘forced marriage’ has no place within it. In Islām, marriage is a significant act; considered an act of worship, a Sunnah of the Prophet (ﷺ), a blessed symbol of love, a means of safeguarding chastity, and a pathway for procreation. ‘Abdullāh Ibn ‘Amr reported that the Messenger of Allāh (ﷺ) said, …
In the Name of Allāh.
Indeed, to avoid the dangers of life, we take immediate measures to ensure our safety. Whether it’s avoiding a business deal gone wrong, dodging a speeding car coming towards one, or confirming that an aircraft is fit to fly, we seek to avoid harm at all costs. Excellent! This is exactly what Islām commands – avoidance of harm (Mafsadah).
But, what of the …
In the Name of Allāh.
We have been wonderfully created, with our body parts appropriately positioned. Furthermore, we are endowed with numerous advantages. Can you imagine walking around without clothing? Consider the fact that you can sleep peacefully while many others cannot. Although some people may struggle to eat due to poverty or illness, you have the privilege of eating and drinking with ease.
Additionally, take a moment to reflect …
In the Name of Allāh.
Indeed, supplicating to Allāh is an avowal of one’s helplessness. It’s a call addressed from an inferior to the Superior, Whose Power surpasses that of the caller, having the belief that nothing in the entire universe is beyond His Control.
However, there exist rebellious men of authority who are too supercilious to raise their hands in supplication to Allāh, except when afflicted with trials – …
In the Name of Allāh.
To sincerely love Allāh and His Messenger (ﷺ) means to love what they love and detest what they detest. All Muslims must maintain love for (i.e., make dearer) Allāh and His Messenger (ﷺ) above all else. However, some individuals, caught up in their desires, may find themselves lured by Shayṭān‘s whispers, turning away from the love of Allāh and His Messenger (ﷺ) in favor …
