Translation of the meanings of surah Al-Kahf (1)
(1) (1) [All] praise is [due] to Allāh, who has sent down upon His Servant [Muḥammad (ﷺ)] the Book and has not made therein any deviance.[779]
[779]- From the truth or the straight path.
(2) (2) [He has made it] straight, to warn of severe punishment from Him and to give good tidings to ...
Continue ReadingThe truth is so obvious and simple
You must have heard it said that we were born in sin - and perhaps you even believe that. But let's think about that for a moment. Would the Just God blame you for a sin you never committed? Would He hold you responsible for what someone else ...
Prayer: God-given Gift
By: IOL Islamic Researchers
With the approach of the great occasion of Al-Israa' and Al-Mi`raj, we should remember Allah's gift to Muslims, namely Prayer. Prayer was given as both an order and a gift to Muslims on the night of Al-Israa' and Al-Mi`raj. Therefore, we should be grateful to Allah ...
Continue ReadingAdvice to the Seekers of Knowledge
- Source: His introduction to his classical work Iqtidaa-ul-'Ilm Al-'Amal
- Translator: Isma'eel Alarcon
We give thanks to Allaah, the One free of all defects, for having inspired us. And we ask Him to grant us the ability to act upon what ... Continue Reading
Preparation of the Winners in Ramadan
The following is a reminder of some matters that help one to be among the winners in Ramadan by using its days and nights properly. "Remind, for indeed reminding benefits the believers." [Adh-Dhaariyat 51:55]
The Nature of Life in the Grave
The Braylwiyyah sect
Q: What is the
Braylwiyyah sect and what is their belief?
A:
Praise be to Allaah.
The Braylwiyyah are a Soofee sect which was born in India at the
time of the British rule there.
It's followers concern themselves in exceeding in their love and
honour for the Prophets and the "saints" in ...
The Quest for Life's Meaning
The Quest for Life's Meaning
By AbdelRahman Mussa
What is the meaning of life?
And how can you find it?
For centuries, people have complained that their life had no meaning and that it was filled with misery. The discussion and search for meaning has plagued philosophers.
I’m not a philosopher, but ...
Continue ReadingTranslation of the meanings of surah Al-Anbiyaa (2)
(51) (51) And We had certainly given Abraham his sound judgement before,[891] and We were of him well-Knowing
[891]- i.e., before Moses. Allāh had guided him from early youth.
(52) (52) When he said to his father and his people, "What are these statues to which you are devoted?"
(53) (53) They ...
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Allahs Command Ordering Obedience to His Apostle
Translation of the meanings of surah An-Nahl (1)
(1) (1) The command of Allāh is coming,[690] so be not impatient for it. Exalted is He and high above what they associate with Him.
[690]- Literally, "has come," indicating the certainty and nearness of the Last Hour.
(2) (2) He sends down the angels, with the inspiration [i.e., revelation] of ...
Continue ReadingSally, Ex-Catholic, Philippines
I was brought up in a devout Catholic family and raised with
Catholic values and traditions. At fifteen, I entered the
monastery. While inside the monastery, I was happy because I could
perform my duties as a nun and the people around me including my
family were also pleased with me.
Until ...
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