In the Name of Allāh. Alḥamdulillāh! Our religion, Islām, provides us with guidance on how to properly worship our Lord and live a fulfilling life, which includes etiquette for sitting during the Khutbah of the Jumu’ah prayer. It has been reported that the Prophet (ﷺ) forbade Iḥtibā’, which is the act of sitting on one’s…
In the Name of Allāh. The winds of evil howl across the lands, a chilling testament to the suffering inflicted upon humanity. We decry the corruption that permeates our world, yet rarely acknowledge our complicity. Allāh says: “Evil (sins and disobedience of Allāh, etc.) has appeared throughout the land and sea by (reason of) what…
In the Name of Allāh. Dear brethren, imagine the soothing comfort of companionship, the calming effect of shared moments, and the gentle warmth of empathy; all brought forth by the simple act of visiting the sick. In Islām, one of the commendable deeds is to visit the sick, as it nurtures mutual affection and empathy….
In the Name of Allāh. Why would a person be punished in the Hereafter if he had not truly wronged himself by disregarding Allāh’s Command? The answer lies in understanding the Just and Merciful nature of Allāh. Similar to how a culprit accepts his punishment in this life, a resident of Hell will ultimately acknowledge…
In the Name of Allāh. In our society, we encounter individuals with various forms of disfigurement. This raises the question: is there hope for them to find emotional fulfillment? During the time of the Prophet (ﷺ), there was a companion named Julaybīb (Raḍiyallāhu ‘Anhu), who was one of those individuals. He had an unknown lineage…
In the Name of Allāh. Sadly, one of the misleading beliefs that are prevalent in Africa, particularly in Nigeria, is the notion that an individual’s life can be extended at the expense of another or that someone’s destiny (glory) can be seized or swapped. These beliefs, supported by the influence of obnoxious movies produced in…
In the Name of Allāh. A well-known saying goes: “The love of money is the root of all evils.” In the past, what assisted the people’s faith was: “Love of the Ākhirah (i.e., having bliss in the later life)” and “Readiness to die (i.e., to meet Allāh).” Today, however, the decline of faith can often…
In the Name of Allāh. O mankind, lend an ear and listen to the stirring words of Prophet Muḥammad (ﷺ), for indeed, he has spoken of a treasure far greater than any earthly wealth, a treasure that is the very essence of the Muslims’ faith, the beating heart of Islām: The Glorious Qur’ān. The Qur’ān…
In the Name of Allāh. Islām comprehensively addresses all aspects of our existence, including what to say when the Adhān (Call to Prayer) is made. The Adhān holds a significant place within the Islāmic faith; it not only serves as a reminder to perform prayers but also offers an opportunity to gain substantial rewards. The…
In the Name of Allāh. If you can look at death in the face, then you can meet all situations – you will have no care for the affluence of this world and no fear of the enemies. This encapsulates a great quality of the Ṣaḥābah. Fear of death was unknown to them. They (men…
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