7 Aspects Regarding the Saff for Salah
Salah is the most important injunction of Islam, and perfecting the rows (saffs) whilst standing in congregation is part of the perfection of salah. Hereunder are seven Hadiths…
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There Is No Bad Luck in the Month of Safar
Sayyiduna Abu Hurayrah (radiyallahu ’anhu) reports that Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said, “There is no such thing as Safar [being bad].” [i.e., Safar holds no inherent ill…
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The Reward of Being in the Path of Allah, When Earning with the Correct Intention
Sayyiduna Ka’b in ‘Ujrah (radiyallahu’anhu) reports that a man passed by Rasulullah (sallallahu ’alayhi wasallam). The Sahabah noted this person’s strength and vigour. They remarked: O Nabiy of…
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Lesson 16, Value for Time
Lesson 16 Value for time Time is a very valuable ni’mah (bounty) of Allah Ta’ala. Time is life. To demonstrate how great a ni’mah it is to mankind,…
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7 Deeds for Ramadan
With the mercy of Allah, the month of Ramadan is upon us once again. This great month is considered the “peak season” for a believer. The abundant mercy,…
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A Du’a to Save One’s Self from Vice
The following is an amazing incident from the life of Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wasalam) in which he successfully deters a young man from zina, and also teaches us…
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Quran Completion Jalsahs; Do We Know the Reality?
It is the utmost mercy of Allah Ta’ala that our country is blessed (and continues to be blessed) with Huffaz of the Holy Quran. The abundant Madrasahs are…
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Weathering the Storm of Misfortune
All misfortune that engulfs man is caused by his actions. Allah Ta’ala says: “All calamities that afflict you are caused by your own doings.” (Surah Shura, Verse: 30)…
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An Inspirational Incident of Sayyiduna ‘Umar (radiyallahu’anhu)
In Kitabul Athar of Imam Muhammad Ibn Hasan Ash Shaybaniy (rahimahullah) there is mention of an amazing incident of Sayyiduna ‘Umar ibnul Khattab (radiyallahu ‘anhu) showing appreciation to…
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The Latecomer Should Join the Imam Without Delay
Latecomers for the congregational Salah often wait for the Imam to rise for the next rak’ah before joining the Salah. In the following Hadith, Rasulullah (sallallahu’alayhi wasallam) explains…
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7 Du’as for Knowledge
Knowledge is something one needs throughout one’s life. Hereunder are seven suggested du’as for beneficial and increase in knowledge, which are to be recited daily. ١- رب زدني علمًا…
1 min read Lesson 15 – Maintaining Relationships
Lesson 15 – Maintaining relationships As humans, we are prone to having various types of relationships with others. As Muslims, we are taught to honour good relationships. On…
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Golden Guidelines for Those on the Path of Knowledge – 2nd Edition (e-book)
This booklet is a translation of a lecture delivered by the great Muhaddith of Syria, Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) in which he addressed Scholars and students of Islamic…
Open e-Book Lesson 14 – Love for the Symbols of Islam
Lesson 14 – Love for the symbols of Islam Allah Ta’ala says in the Holy Quran: ومن يعظم شعائر الله فإنها من تقوى القلوب “And whoever honours the symbols…
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Qurbaniy/Udhiyah, With Your Own Hands
Its a trend nowadays for people to have their Qurbaniy/Udhiyah animal slaughtered by others, at some far off farm, or even abroad. Whilst there may be justifiable reason…
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10 Points About the Day of ‘Arafah
The day of ‘Arafah is the most important day for a Haji. Whilst only a select few of the Ummah are chosen by Allah Ta’ala to physically be…
3 min read Lesson 13 – The Power of Du’a
Lesson 13 – The Power of Du’a Sayyiduna Abu Hurayrah (radiyallahu ’anhu) reports that Rasulullah (sallallahu ’alayhi wasallam) said: “Make du’a to Allah with conviction of acceptance.” (Sunan…
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Reformation Before Alleviation
The current sad state of the Ummah of Nabiy Muhammad (sallallahu ‘alayhi wasallam) is indeed unprecedented in recent history. The Ummah is challenged on all fronts; from widespread…
1 min read Lesson 12 – The Sunnah of Gifting
Lesson 12 – The Sunnah of Gifting Offering gifts (hadiyyahs) to each other is a noble trait and well encouraged in Islam. People around the globe have the…
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How to Receive the Du’as of the Angels
This article is from the many ones that were inspired by my Beloved Father (rahimahullah). He commenced the discussion on this particular one whilst I was at his…
11 min read Lesson 11 – Bringing Joy to a Muslim
Lesson 11 – Bringing joy to a Muslim Sayyiduna Anas (radiyallahu ’anhu) reports that Rasulullah (sallallahu ’alayhi wasallam) said: “Whoever does for his brother what pleases him, solely…
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