Umm Affān

THE MOST HONOURABLE BOOK

Did you know that the QUR’ĀN is the most esteemed Book, revealed in the most revered LANGUAGE (ARABIC), to the most dignified MESSENGER (MUḤAMMAD [ﷺ]), through the most honorable ANGEL (JIBREEL), in the most sacred LANDS on earth (MAKKAH and MADĪNAH), and that its revelation commenced during the most sacred MONTH of the year (RAMAḌĀN)?…

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EXCEPT AFTER THE TWO…

In the Name of Allāh. The blessed day of Jumu’ah is a moment of communal prayer and grace in the Masjid, the House of Allāh. But despite its importance, some Muslims still make mistakes when performing the rites and rituals on this holy day. One of the mistakes that should be avoided is failing to…

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VALUING DEEN OVER DUNYĀ

What an example of some Muslims who value worldly knowledge over knowledge of the Deen, who prioritize the Dunyā over the Ākhirah, and who place more importance on the fleeting pleasures of this life than on the eternal reward of the Hereafter. Why is it that some Muslims possess extensive worldly knowledge yet remain unaware…

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A CANCER FOR THE SOUL

In the Name of Allāh. Understanding the true essence of pride is something that can only be comprehended through Allāh and His Messenger. Consider this narration: ‘Abdullāh Ibn Mas’ud reported that the Prophet (ﷺ) stated, “No one who has the weight of a seed of arrogance in his heart will enter Paradise.” When a man…

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A CALL TO RELIANCE ON ALLĀH

In the Name of Allāh. At times, it becomes difficult for individuals to muster the necessary courage when facing trials. Many express deep frustration towards Allāh and overstep their bounds by seeking assistance from other than Him, instead of offering gratitude and supplication for His Help. Ultimately, no one can aid them except Allāh. As…

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THROUGH HIS FAVOR

In the Name of Allāh. All praise and gratitude belong to Allāh for guiding us to Islām and illuminating our hearts with the radiance of His Guidance. Truly, there is no guidance apart from Him. He states: “Indeed Allāh conferred a great favor on the believers when He sent among them a Messenger (Muḥammad) from…

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GAIN AFTER PAIN

In the Name of Allāh. By the grace of the Lord of the Majestic Throne, we begin anew. Alḥamdulillāh for this blessing! What advice would you offer a woman who wakes up in the morning to find her husband declaring his rejection of Islām and embracing Christianity? Is mental gymnastics needed first? This leads us…

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DISCORDING THE BELIEVERS’ HEARTS

In the Name of Allāh. In matters of Mu’amalat (social transactions such as education, business, management, etc.), we consistently strive for a certain level of excellence. However, how committed are we to achieving excellence in our ‘Ibādat (worship), particularly in prayer? One significant factor that can aid us in achieving excellence in our prayers is…

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GIVING UP ARGUMENTS

In the Name of Allāh. It is critically important for us to follow the guidance of our beloved Prophet (ﷺ), particularly in today’s world of social media, where disputes and arguments seem to escalate rapidly. With everyone striving to prove their point, many arguments are often accompanied by insults, defamation, and falsehoods, merely to achieve…

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