Episode 15: A Spotlight on the Battle of Uhud

Sheikh Zaid Al-Qoroo:  After Quraish had exerted a great effort to be able to meet Muslim’s attacks, they felt weakness and broke down, while Muslims fought heroically until Quraish’s strength was defeated.

Sheikh Khaled al-Khalawy:  and the features of the Muslims' victory started to appear as ...

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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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The greatness of Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him

How great is the Prophet, may infinite peace and blessings be upon him? Every second, the name “Muhammad” is uttered somewhere in the world. As the light of the sun moves across the globe, the call to prayer is announced in every city, testifying to the Oneness of Allah, and Muhammad as His final messenger. Sermons, for Friday prayers, Eid prayers, or marriage are not considered lawful unless the name of Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, is taken. ... more

The Advice of Sufyan ath-Thawri

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

Wise Words of the Salaf

'Abdullah ibn Mas'ud, may Allah be pleased with him (d. 32H)

"Be content with what you have,
"Be satisfied with your dwelling place to accommodate your enterprise,
"Restrain your tongue,
"And shed tears of regret regarding past sins you committed knowingly, and those you do not ...

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The Story of Lut (Lot) - Ibn Kathir

Ibn Kathir

Prophet Abraham peace be upon him left Egypt accompanied by his nephew Lut peace be upon him, who then went to the city of Sodom (Sadum), which was on the western shore of the Dead Sea.

This city was filled with evil. Its residents waylaid, robbed and killed travelers. Another ...

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The Hijab: Unveiling a Mystery

The concept of modesty and the hijab in Islam is holistic, and encompasses both men and women. The ultimate goal is to maintain societal stability and to please Allah. ... more

Gems from Imam Sufyan al-Thawri

Imam Sufyan Abu ‘Abdillah al-Thawri the Leader of the Believers in Hadith, The Ascetic of the Ummah, and its Faqīh, said ... more

The Story of Adam (part 1 of 5)

The Story of Adam (part 1 of 5): The First Man


Islam provides us with the astonishing details of the creation of Adam[1]. Both Christian and Jewish traditions are remarkably similar yet importantly different to the Quran. The Book of Genesis describes Adam as being made from "the dust of the ...
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The Last Ten Nights of Ramadan

The Last Ten Nights of Ramadan - Don't Miss Them! ... more

The Third Pillar of Islam: Compulsory Charity

An introduction to the third pillar of Islam, the compulsory charity or zakat, the spiritual dimensions of zakat and charity, and how Islam views money in general. ... more
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