AT THE END OF THE MONTH (IV)
In the Name of Allāh. Who are the most undesirable women? The Prophet described: “The worst women of yours are those who display their beauty to strangers (Mutabarrijāt) and are arrogant, and they are hypocrites, NONE of them will enter Jannah EXCEPT the likes of red-legged crow (a rare bird), i.e., only a few.” [as-Sunan […]
AT THE END OF THE MONTH (III)
In the Name of Allāh. Special appreciation goes to Allāh for the gift of Islām. This morning, let’s discuss ‘Eid. In Islām, there are only two yearly legislated celebrations: ‘Eid al-Fiṭr, which follows Ramaḍān, and ‘Eid al-Aḍḥa, celebrated after the rites of ‘Arafah. These events hold immense significance for Muslims, who should prioritize them over […]
AT THE END OF THE MONTH (II)
In the Name of Allāh. Following up on our previous discussion regarding Zakāt al-Fiṭr, it’s important to dispel the misconception that only specific foods given during the Prophet’s (ﷺ) time are permissible. The idea that foods like rice, beans, wheat, oats, corn, or other naturally storable items are unacceptable simply because they weren’t those specific […]
AT THE END OF THE MONTH (I)
In the Name of Allāh. As this year’s blessed month of Ramaḍān approaches its end, it is a commendable tradition to bid farewell to it with ‘Eid, which has three primary obligations: giving Zakāt al-Fiṭr, participating in Dhikr (which includes saying Takbīrat), and performing Ṣalāh Al-‘Eid. I will start with a discussion on Zakāt al-Fiṭr, […]
EMBRACING PRAYER AMIDST FASTING
In the Name of Allāh. Indeed, we all know the significance of Ṣalāh, an act so crucial that neglecting it (by deeming it non-obligatory) takes one outside the fold of Islām. Alḥamdulillāh, no one can claim to be unaware of this fact. Furthermore, it is explicitly clear that those who fast but fail to pray […]
A WAY TO A LAUDABLE END
In the Name of Allāh. When individuals within a society cease to promote good and discourage evil, the inevitable consequence is societal corruption. This corruption manifests in various forms, such as associating partners with Allāh, engaging in money rituals, fornication, and adultery, consuming intoxicants, unlawfully appropriating others’ wealth (through means like gambling and interest), perpetrating […]
YOUR INTENTION AND ACTION
In the Name of Allāh. Indeed, Al-Umūru bi Maqāsidihā (الأُمُورُ بِمَقَاصِدِهَا), which translates to “Actions are judged by the aims [i.e., intentions] behind them,” stands as one of the fundamental maxims of Islāmic Jurisprudence (al-Qawā’id al-Fiqhiyyah). This principle is derived from a well-known Ḥadīth narrated by ‘Umar Ibn Al-Khaṭṭāb (Raḍiyallāhu ‘Anhu) and mentioned by Imām […]
PREPARING FOR THE NEXT RAMAḌĀN
In the Name of Allāh. With Allāh’s Will, this year’s Ramaḍān is some 100+ days away—it’s approaching quickly! Indeed, certain individuals are excused from fasting during Ramaḍān due to valid reasons, such as advanced age, being a traveler, or severe illness. However, depending on their specific circumstances, some of these individuals may need to make […]
A GATEWAY TO SUCCESS
In the Name of Allāh. Respected brethren! When we stand in prayer, let us remember that Khushū’ (humble reverence) is the key to unlocking the true essence of Ṣalāh (prayer). It is not only about the physical act of praying, but the spiritual connection that we make with Allāh. Allāh says: “Successful indeed are the […]
WHY BEHIND MEN?
In the Name of Allāh. This is faith-shaking! Can someone pose this logical challenge? For those in Da’wah, this may be chiefly useful to you. A non-Muslim asked: “Why do women stay behind men in the Muslims’ prayer (i.e. Salah)? Uh! How do you answer that? As Muslims, our concern is evidence before doing anything […]