The status of women in Islam is often the target of attacks in the secular media. The ‘Hijaab’ or the Islamic dress is cited by many as an example of the ‘subjugation’ of women under Islamic law.
Read MoreWhy should we and our children memorise the Holy Quran? 20 benefits
The Prophet (Sallallahu Alaihi wasallam) said: “It will be said to the companion of the Qur’aan after he has entered Paradise, ‘Recite, and rise!’ For every verse he recites he will rise one level (in Paradise), until he recites the last verse with him (i.e., in his memory).”
Read MoreThe Worship of Contemplation
One of the greatest blessings that Allah has bestowed upon humans is the human mind and its ability to reflect and understand.
Read MoreWhy do we fast on the day of ‘Ashoora’?
Fasting ‘Ashoora’ expiates for the past year. The Prophet said: “Fasting ‘Ashoora’ I hope Allaah will expiate thereby for the year that came before it.”
Read MoreWhy should we read Quran?
The Prophet (SallaAllahu ‘alayhi wasallam) said, “The best among you (Muslims) are those who learn the Qur’an and teach it.” And said, “Verily actions are but by intentions, and every person shall have (be rewarded for) what they intended” [Reported in Bukhari & Muslim].
Read MoreAbu Bakr As Siddiq was always a very close Companion of the Prophet SAW, he knew him better than any other man. He knew how honest and upright the Prophet was.
He was indeed the first adult male to accept Islam.
Read MoreVoluntary Charity (Sadaqah)
Voluntary Charity is anything given as a means of getting closer to Allah, the Most High, in ways other than what is obligatory.
Seeking Knowledge – The Way to Paradise
The Prophet, may the mercy and blessings of Allah be upon him, said in an authentic narration (hadeeth):
“Seeking knowledge is an obligation upon every Muslim.” {Al-Tirmidhi}
The Prophet peace and blessings be upon him said, “There is no deed that is better in the sight of Allah or more greatly rewarded than a good deed done in the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah”. He was asked, “Not even Jihad for the sake of Allah?”
Read MoreSurah Yusuf teaches us what to do in difficult times.
The verses from Surah Yusuf teach us the steadfastness of faith, how to keep one’s trust in Allah and to exercise patience.