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History of Islam, Page 29

Become a trustworthy Muslim

By Arshad Gamiet
“When we sell fruit, do we put the rotten ones under the good ones? When we sell our car, do we mention that the gears are faulty and the brake pads are worn? When we sell a house, do we cover up the damp walls and crumbling brickwork and we don’t tell the new buyer? When we write our exams, as some students are doing right now, do we cheat? Do we claim someone else’s hard work as our own? Do we bribe examiners or do buy our degrees and qualifications from dodgy institutions? Dear Brothers and Sisters, halaal isn’t only about the food we eat. Halaal is also about how we do business, and how we earn our livelihood…”

Muslim ethics… don’t take what isn’t yours!

By Dr Hossam Roushdi
“Be absolutely fair to others; respect public property and respect private property. Don’t take even a pencil and don’t make even a phone call without permission. If it doesn’t belong to you. It could land you in the hell fire…”

Prophet Muhammad’s advice

By Dr Husni Hammuda
“Prophet Muhammad continued, advising his young companion: “…. if the whole world were to gather together to benefit you in anything, they will only benefit you with what Allah has already prescribed for you. The pens have been lifted and the pages have dried.”

Duties towards children

By Atid Jung.
“Our children will always see us as their Role Models that they aspire to be. We should ensure that we show them the best examples at all times….

Strive for excellence (ihsan)

By Dr Hossam Roushdi
“Do the best you can: at work, at home, in your formal and informal relationships. Don’t settle for mediocrity. Always strive for excellence. Allah loves those who constantly try to better themselves…”

Save your treasures!

By Khalil Moya
Be humble and sincere. Go to those you have wronged and put things right while you can. Don’t be arrogant. Don’t wait for Allah to give away your good deeds to those you have wronged. By then it’s too late….”

The blessings of hardship

By Arshad Gamiet
” That first generation of Muslims endured the most painful hardship for a good reason. Allah was setting them up to be the role models for Muslims throughout the ages. Their trials and tribulations were a vital part of this process. There was a hidden mercy in all their suffering. We must open our eyes, and our hearts, and we must look for the hidden mercy in the challenges that Allah has placed before us today…”