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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WE NEED TO SYNERGIZE!

In the Name of Allāh. One remarkable habit of highly effective individuals is SYNERGY. As Allāh states: “…Help you one another in Al-Birr and At-Taqwā (virtues, righteousness, and piety); but do not help one another in sins and transgression…” [Sūrah Al-Mā’idah (5): 2] The foundation of both religious and worldly prosperity lies in cooperation for…

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ABANDONING QIYĀM AND SIYĀM

In the Name of Allāh. Qiyām al-Layl (Night Prayer) and voluntary Siyām (fasting) are highly valued acts among the righteous. Abū Umāmah reported that the Messenger of Allāh (ﷺ) stated, “Upon you is Night Prayer, for it is the habit of the righteous who came before you; it brings you closer to your Lord, it…

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IF YOU KNEW WHAT I KNOW

In the Name of Allāh. This message is not intended to instill fear, as I share the same concern for my soul, burdened by my numerous shortcomings. What will I face when I am laid in the grave, finally confronting my Lord on that Day? It is crucial and urgent that I address this matter….

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EMBRACING A PRODUCTIVE RAMAḌĀN

In the Name of Allāh. I perceive life as a river flowing through various channels. When a river’s course becomes obstructed, it relentlessly strives to carve a new path. It is essential to understand that achieving success requires persistence. Challenges are an inherent and unavoidable part of this journey. The key is to keep moving…

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EMBRACING GENEROSITY

In the Name of Allāh. The call to spend in the Cause of Allāh, both in voluntary and compulsory charity, is a foundational principle of Islām. Allāh says: “And Spend (in charity) of that with which We have provided you before death comes to one of you…” [Sūrah Al-Munafiqūn (63): 10] However, the allure of…

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OUR DARLING IS BACK

In the Name of Allāh. The moon has been sighted, and Ramaḍān is finally here. What a delightful guest it is, bringing with it an abundance of blessings. Its joyful news and celebrations are felt everywhere. Perfect praise be to Allāh, Who loves us greatly and grants us this blessed month. By Allāh! I can…

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THE ESSENCE OF SINCERE REPENTANCE

In the Name of Allāh. Allāh keeps the door of repentance open for humanity until the moment of death when the soul reaches the throat (at the point of separation from the body). After this moment, repentance will no longer be accepted. O Muslims! Fear Allāh and turn to Him in repentance, for He indeed…

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THE WILES OF EVIL FRIENDS

In the Name of Allāh. Unlawful intakes, “wining and dining,” you say? Nay, O Muslim, for such is a slippery slope, a path strewn with thorns, leading to destruction and damnation. “But we are just enjoying ourselves,” some may argue. Let me rebuke your argument with an Ḥadīth. Jābir reported: The Prophet (ﷺ) said, “Whoever…

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THE VALUE OF EARLY COMMITMENT

In the Name of Allāh. The time for obedience to Allāh is now, the time for repentance is now, and the time for righteousness and piety is now. O brethren, the time of our commitment to the truth is of utmost importance. Indeed, Allāh accepts repentance when made before the deadline, but a man who…

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