Don’t risk losing your faith (imaan)
By Dr Hossam Roushdi
“Beware of taking your faith for granted. Small steps in the wrong direction can lead to bigger transgressions… be alert to any temptations that will lead you astray…”
Listen to both sides, and judge with justice
By Omar Galal
“Beware of making hasty judgements of others; Allah is the best of judges. Put your emotions and prejudices away. Listen carefully to both sides. Things aren’t always what they seem. The truth can be hidden somewhere you least expect to find it….”
Speculating about the End of Days
By Dr Husni Hammuda
“Trying to figure out just precisely when the world will end is a complete waste of time. When the angel Gabriel asked prophet Muhammad this question: When is the Hour? He answered: “The one questioned knows no more than the questioner.”
“Life isn’t fair!”
By Dr Hossam Roushdi
“When things are going well, we say “life is good!.” When things take a downward turn, we complain that “life isn’t fair.” Our idea of fairness and unfairness is often very subjective. We often lose sight of the wider picture…”
Last Days of Ramadan: How to Reap the Benefits of Spiritual Retreat
By Saddaf Farouqui
“…periodic social isolation from society in order to become closer to Allah, especially during youth, is not a totally unheard of phenomenon in Islam. At certain times, such as the last third of Ramadan, it has actually been encouraged by Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).”
Ramadan, the Month of the Qur’an
By Dr Husni Hammuda
“Anyone who neglects to read, understand and live by the lessons of the Qur’an during Ramadan, has missed a lot. Earlier scriptures like the Torah and the Injeel were also revealed during or very close to Ramadan…”
Advice to the youth of all ages!
By Dr Hossam Roushdi
“Allah invites us into a binding contract: We avoid displeasing Him, we obey His commands, and He rewards us with success in this life and everlasting joy in the life after death…”
Racism is pure Ignorance
By Khalil Moya
“Islam doesn’t recognise the colour of your skin or the wealth or status of your family… Islam recognises the content of your character, your Taqwa, closeness to Allah…”