Rising Above the Nafs
Human beings have the choice to rise through obedience to Allah or fall through the influence of the nafs and Shaytan. This lecture highlights the importance of overcoming…
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Investing in the Hereafter
Resurrection after death is a fundamental belief that reminds us of the eternal life to come. As Muslims, we believe that death is the beginning like it is…
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Allah Withholds the Rains When a Nation Stops Giving Zakah
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Making the Most of The Blessed Month of Ramadan
At the onset of a previous Ramadan, Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) delivered a short, yet profound message to the Muslim Ummah regarding the blessings of this…
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Allah Destroys Interest Multiplies Sadaqah
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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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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…
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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…
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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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The Generosity of Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) and the Barakah of Ten Dirhams
When doing any deed, one’s duty is to ensure sincerity of intention. Allah Ta’ala is the One who accepts, and grants barakah as He pleases. Hereunder is an inspiring…
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The Charity of Ibn Jurayj (rahimahullah)
Allah Ta’ala and His Messenger (sallallahu ‘alayhi wasallam) have promised barakah for those who give charity with sincerity. Allah Ta’ala says: “Allah destroys interest, and increases charity.” (Surah…
2 min read Lesson 6 – Expecting the Rewards of Deeds (Ihtisab)
Lesson 6 – Expecting the rewards of deeds (ihtisab) The Quran and Hadith are filled with warnings against sins and the virtues of good deeds. A believer ought…
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Inspirations from Shaykhul Hadith Moulana Haroon Abasoomar (rahimahullah)
Lessons and inspirations learnt from Shaykhul Hadith Moulana Haroon Abasoomar Saheb (rahimahullah) Written by Moulana Ahmad Jeewa saheb (hafizahullah) – Hazrat Moulana Haroon’s (rahimahullah) deputy Imam at the…
6 min read Lesson 4 – Feeling the Pain of the Ummah
Lesson 4 – Feeling the pain of the Ummah My beloved Father, Hazrat Moulana Haroon Abasoomar (rahimahullah) considered himself in relation to the Ummah, as one limb of…
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Lesson 2 – No Racism in Islam My Beloved Father (rahimahullah) was very vocal against racism and xenophobia in all its ugly forms. He lectured on this topic…
2 min read Lesson 1 – Having Multiple Intentions
Lesson 1 – Having multiple intentions Among the most popular Hadiths is the one that says: إنما الأعمال بالنيات All actions are rewarded according to the intentions. (Sahih…
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A Brief Biography of My Honourable Teacher; Shaykhul Hadith, Moulana Fadlur Rahman Azmiy
Shaykhul Hadith, Moulana Fadlur Rahman A’zamiy (hafizahullah) is one of my senior Bukhariy teachers. After I graduated from Madrasah Talimuddeen in Ispingo Beach, Durban, South Africa (1998), I…
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Beneficial Deeds for Isal Thawab
When faced with the tragedy of the death of any near or dear one, we are encouraged to engage in isal thawab; i.e., to dedicate the reward for…
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Shaykh ‘Awwamah’s Love for the Sunnah
My respected friend, Shaykh ‘Awwamah’s son, Dr Muhyuddin (hafizhahullah), writes: “My respected father continuously encouraged his family in the home to adopt the various Sunnahs of Nabiy (sallallahu…
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Ramadan Is Approaching
From the Pen of Shaykh Binnory (rahimahullah) The divine blessings of Ramadan Ramadan is approaching. It will bring down the nur and special attention of Allah Ta’ala. It…
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