THE INDUBITABLE EVENT
In the Name of Allāh. The echoes of the Day of Reckoning reverberate within us, a relentless beat that intensifies with each day that goes by. The curtain is about to be lifted on the scene of judgment, as the nursing mother forgets her child and the expectant mother drops her fetus. On that Day, […]
THE KEY TO TRUE SERENITY
In the Name of Allāh. Islām is a significant favor bestowed upon us by Allāh, and it also represents trust from Him. Indeed, Allāh will inquire about our adherence to it. As mentioned in the Qur’ān: “…while they (i.e. people) will be questioned.” [Sūrah Al-Anbiyā’ (21): 23] One of the gravest calamities, in my view, […]
THE SHACKLES OF SIN
In the Name of Allāh. Dear brethren, take heed, for one who rejects the teachings of Islām and deviates from the path of righteousness will find themselves in a dangerous situation, for their sins shall be their shackles. Those who consistently disobey Allāh should recognize that this is a punishment from Allāh — neglecting the […]
THE INSIDIOUS TEMPTER
In the Name of Allāh. Verily, when we stumble and fall, when we err and sin, Shayṭān is quick to sow the seeds of doubt, to whisper in our ears, “You are unworthy of Allāh’s Mercy. You are too far gone to repent. There is no point in turning back.” Therefore, we turn away from […]
RESISTING FORBIDDEN DESIRES
In the Name of Allāh. Have you ever contemplated the perplexing question of why we often gravitate towards actions that lead us astray, despite being fully aware of the grim consequences that await in the depths of Hellfire? After all, no one who believes in the Hereafter desires to end up in Hell. So, why […]
TURNING TOWARD JANNAH
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 […]
DEBUNKING MISGUIDED BELIEFS
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 […]
SEEKING SAFETY FROM HELL
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 […]
THE DANGERS OF SELF-SUFFICIENCY
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 […]
WHAT IS DEARER TO YOU?
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 […]