Lessons from Moses and Pharaoh
“The story of Moses recurrs many times in the Quran, each time to illustrate a profound lesson, a universal truth for all time…”
Real Heroes: Salahuddin Ayyubi (Saladin)
“Salahuddin’s skill in warfare and generosity in victory won him many admirers. His personal physician was a famous Jewish scholar, Rabbi Moses Maimonades. Honest historians say the golden age of Jewish civilization was enjoyed under Muslm rule….”
Controlling Anger
“Prophet Muhammad was asked for some advice, and he replied: “Do not become angry.” He was asked 3 times, and each time his answer was the same: Do not become angry.”
Himma – aspire firmly towards Allah
“To cultivate himma, a resolute spiritual aspiration towards Allah, just add 5% to your extra prayers, to your good deeds, and build on that…”
Lessons from the Hijra
Prophet Muhammad (sws) was not only an inspiring leader; he also knew how to organise his material and human resources to the best advantage…
Avoiding Jahilliyyah (ignorant behaviour)
EM Jhliya 4dec09
Ramadan Reflections: Allah’s Call
Allah says: “When my servants ask you concerning Me, I am indeed near, I listen to the prayer of every suppliant when he calls on Me. Let them also, with a will, listen to My call, and believe in Me: so that they may walk in the right way….” [Sura Al Baqara 2:186]
Ramadan Reflections: Lessons from Badr
OG Badr lessons