The hand which gives is better than which takes

the upper hand is the giver and the lower hand is the beggar and it is known that a giver is better than the taker. ... more

No ‘Adwa, nor Haamah, nor Safar

The Prophet, peace and blessing be upon him, said: «There is no ‘Adwa (no disease is conveyed from the sick to the healthy without the Permission of Allaah), nor Haamah (i.e. owl), nor Safar». ... more

#10 Exchanging Gifts

The Sunnah of exchanging gifts


One of the sweetest Sunnahs is exchanging gifts, it plants love between people. The Messenger of Allah () said: «Exchange gifts as that will lead to increasing your love for one another» (Al-Baihaqi).


The Prophet () used to accept gifts even simple ...

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Wipe the tears you might regret later

He remembers how all she wanted was a nice word from him, how she wished he could spend one day with her, instead of spending it with his friends. He remembers how she endured his insults, and matched them with smiles and choked tears. Oh, how she lived her life to serve him and their children. Now I know how valuable you were. ... more

Other misconceptions about women in Islam – II

Part One: Misconceptions about women in Islam - I

 

Divorce

Islam considers marriage a basis for the Islamic family, since it develops bonds of love and caring and a secure atmosphere for the growth and progress of the human race. This, in turn, produces a sound society. This is why the Prophet, ...

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Deterring people from backbiting (Gheebah)

Definition of Gheebah:

When the Prophet  was asked about backbiting, he answered: «To mention your brother in a manner which he dislikes». Then he  was asked, “What if my brother actually has (this failing) that I made mention of?” The Prophet said: «If (that failing) is actually found in your ...

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Episode 5: A Spotlight on the First Emigration and the Ordeal of (Shi'b) of Abu Talib

Sheikh Zaid al-Qoroon: The prophet's companions suffered vicious tyrannical tortures. The polytheists became more aggressive. They never ran out of methods to abuse, harass and torture the believers (may Allah be pleased with them).

Sheikh Abdullateaf Al-Ghamdi: They were severely tormented. ...

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Make the MOST of the last Days of Ramadan!!

Aa’isha (radhi allahu anha) narrates, ”When the (last) ten (days of Ramadan) began, the Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alaihi wasallam) would enliven/revive the night, wake his family, strive, and tie his izaar tight.” ... more

Woman between Islam & Jaahiliyyah

Woman between the honouring of Islam and the humiliation of Jaahiliyyah

In Islam, woman has a high status which no past nation ever achieved and which no subsequent nation has been able to attain, because the honour which Islam gives to humanity includes men and women equally. They are equal ...

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rapprochement between the Sunnis and Shi'ah

Q: It is not possible for there to be rapprochement between the Sunnis and Shi'ah
On the basis of your knowledge of the history of the Raafidah, what is your opinion on the principle of rapprochement between the Sunnis and them?.

A: Praise be to Allaah.

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Why Pork is Forbidden in Islam (part 2 of 2)

Why Pork is Forbidden in Islam (part 2 of 2): Is pork unclean?


In Part 1 we discussed the primary reason for Muslims abstaining from eating pork and pork products, and that is, that God has forbidden it. As the Creator of humankind and all that exists, God knows what is good for us, and He ...
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The Story of Adam (part 3 of 5)

The Story of Adam (part 3 of 5): The Descent

Islam rejects the Christian concept of original sin and the notion that all humans are born sinners due to the actions of Adam. God says in the Quran:

{And no bearer of burdens shall bear another's burden.} [Quran 35:18]

{وَلَا تَزِرُ ...
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