The Month of Sha'baan

Sha'baan is the name of the (eighth) month, and it is so called because in this month the Arabs used to disperse (tasha''aba) in search of water, or it was said that they dispersed to carry out raids and forays. Or it was said that it is so called because it sha'aba (branches out or emerges) ... Continue Reading

Why Islam? Beauty & Benefits of Islam

Are all religions the same? How do I know which is correct? Why should I choose Islam? This pamphlet aims to discuss some of the beauties, benefits and unique aspects of Islam as compared to other beliefs and religions. ... more
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The example of the believers in their sympathy and affection

Glorification of Muslims' rights toward one another and exhorting them to kindness, affection, and support in things which are not sinful or reprehensible. ... more

#8 Saying Bismillah before eating

#8 Saying Bismillah before eating


Saying "Bismillah" before eating (Basmallah) is a Sunnah according to the following hadith, Umar ibn Abi Salamah said: "I was under the care of Allah's Messenger (ﷺ), and as my hand used to roam about in the dish he said to me: «Boy, mention the name of Allah, ...

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The Month of Sha'baan

Sha'baan is the name of the (eighth) month, and it is so called because in this month the Arabs used to disperse (tasha''aba) in search of water, or it was said that they dispersed to carry out raids and forays. Or it was said that it is so called because it sha'aba (branches out or emerges) ... Continue Reading

The scientific miracle of (the spider) chapter

Allah the Almighty says: {...وَإِنَّ أَوْهَنَ الْبُيُوتِ لَبَيْتُ الْعَنكَبُوتِ ۖ لَوْ كَانُوا يَعْلَمُونَ}

Translation: {…And indeed, the weakest of homes is the home of the spider, if they only knew} [Surat ...

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Attitude towards fitnah

We must all be gentle in our thinking and attitudes, and with regard to all events that occur, and we should not be hasty. ... more

Islam and the Nature of the Universe

{It is God who raised the skies without support, as you can see, then assumed His throne, and enthralled the sun and the moon (so that) each runs to a predetermined course. He disposes all affairs, distinctly explaining every sign that you may be certain of the meeting with your Lord} [Ar-Ra`d:2]. ... more

The Conditions of "La ilaha illa Allah"

The Conditions of "La ilaha illa Allah"

For a convert, the first step to enter Islam is to say "ash.hado an la ilaha illa Allah, wa ash.hado anna Mohammadan rasoolo Allah" which is best translated to: I bear witness that there is no deity except God, and that Mohammed is a messenger of God. God ...

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Mocking Allaah

Many of us make jokes about the religion or about issues in the religion, and we don't even realize we are doing it. ... more

The Advice of Sufyan ath-Thawri

Sufyan ath-Thawri wrote to 'Abbad ibn 'Abbad al-Khawwas al-Arsufi saying: ... more

Being an Example

The possibility of setting a good example is a wonderful opportunity to please Allah. It is an opportunity to follow the Prophet, peace be upon him, - the Prophet, peace be upon him, set an excellent example and we are supposed to follow his example by also setting an excellent example ourselves. ... more
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