The Future of Islam
All praise be to Allah who favoured us with the blessing of Islam and Iman. I bear witness that none is worthy …
Giving and taking criticism
“Being able to give criticism, being able to take criticism and being able to act on that criticism is what Islam is all about. So it’s not just about talking, it’s about doing. Islam is dynamic; it’s no use just making fancy speeches and not acting upon what we say…”
Allah Forbids Shameful Deeds
“Shameful deeds, like adultery, fornication, gambling and drinking alcohol, are not just forbidden. We should not even go near it….”
Last Sermon of Prophet Muhammad sws
UL Prophet’s Last Sermon1 – stokey, 26.03.10
Justice and Excellence in Faith: ‘Adl wal Ihsaan’
“Memorizing the Quran is optional. Understanding it and living it is compulsory. Let’s not just observe the Sunnah [optional] while neglecting the Fard [compulsory] aspects of Islam…..”
The Enduring Patience of Job [Nabi Ayyub]
“Don’t pick and choose the bits you like about the Quran, ignoring the bits you don’t like. Allah knows best what’s good for us, and we must trust Him to guide us towards His pleasure…”
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…”
Islam is Green
Islam has always promoted a “green” agenda: respect for the environment, avoiding greed, waste and pollution. This very modern concern is at least 14 centuries old….