The Outer and Inner Qiblah
Every time we prepare for Saláh, the first thing we do after we’ve taken wudhú is to face the Qiblah. Occasionally, we find ourselves in an unfamiliar place, then we have to calculate the direction of Qiblah…
Time
In one of the shortest and most powerful Súras, we are reminded that our whole existence in this life, would be utterly wasted, futile, pointless, unless we have faith in Alláh, act righteously, and join with others in encouraging truthfulness, patience and perseverance.
Why should I study Islam?
Many years ago in Uzbekistan, a baby boy was born blind. His Mother, the strong Mu’minah that she was, did not lose …
When the Night equals a Thousand
It was narrated that in the days that Musa (Alahi salaam) wandered with Bani Israel in the desert an intense drought befell …
The Struggle for One God
At the time of Prophet Muhammad – upon whom be peace – there was a powerful and influential tribal leader by the …
Modern Man’s Search for Identity
Most of us will recognise the search for identity amongst our Muslim youth. When we observe a change in their mannerisms, their attitudes and values, we should, rightfully be concerned about the danger of them losing their Islamic identity in the cultural melting-pot of our multiethnic society.
Sabr (Patience)
Had Allah (SWT) wished, he could have snapped his proverbial fingers, and willed the universe into existence. And yet al Saboor chose instead to be patient, creating the moon, the stars, us, over a span of 7 days. Our very existence is based upon an act steeped in patience, as an example for the way to live our lives.
On the Way to the Next Life
The poor attitude of Muslims all over the world indicates that we lack two main ingredients to be successful, namely: a firm belief in Allah and a firm belief in accountability after death.