Promises, Promises

As Muslims, our word should be our bond, and if we make promises, then we should also make sure that we keep them, for Allah says, "...Surely every promise shall be questioned about." [17:39] ... more

Keeping cats as pets

Al-Salâm `Alaykum. Can a Muslim keep a cat as a pet?
 

Al-Salâm `Alaykum wa Rahmah Allah wa Barakâtuh. It is permissible to keep a cat as a pet. The Prophet (peace be upon him) described cats in the following matter: “They are among those male and female creatures who live in our attendance.” [Sunan Abî ... Continue Reading

New Muslims Guide to Hajj and Umrah

This is a gift for all the new Muslims who currently know the right path to Allah. This is a means to strength and preserve their belief. Going for Hajj or Umrah? Want a simple and straightforward guide to help you through? The aim and purpose of this book is to enable easy performance of Hajj and Umrah. The text has been written in simple terms with all rituals explained in a very straight forward manner with the occasional simple diagram. No complicated references, variations or detailed explanations. Just a very simple guide! ... more

AL’I’TIBBA’A (following) and The Principles of Fiqh of the Righteous Predecessors

This book is an English translation of the book ‘Al‘I’tibaa’a and the Principles of ‘Fiqh’ of the Righteous Predecessors’ by the great noble scholar, professor sheikh Wasiullah ibn Muhammad Abaas, may Allah preserve him and raise his status in this world and the next. Written by: Wasiyyollah ibn Muhammad ‘Abbaas ... more

Benefits from Surah al-'Asr

By Abu Abdis Salaam

All Praises are due to Allaah, and may the Peace and Blessings of Allaah be showered upon the Noble Messenger.


To Proceed:


Allaah says in Soorah al-'Asr:


"By the 'Asr,
Indeed all of mankind is in a state of loss,
Except those who have eemaan,
Conduct ...

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Shoora and Democracy: A Conceptual Analysis

Can a country that abides by the principle of shoora constrained by Islamic values be described as democratic? ... more

Positive and Negative C's of Islamic Parenting

One of the greatest challenges a Muslim will ever face is being a parent. This is one challenge, however, many of us are least prepared for. ... more

Islamic Viewpoint on Racism (Bilal the Abyssinian – One Light, Many Colours)

Truth is the enemy of hypocrisy. This latest work by Dr. al-Sheha, in casting light on the exemplary, humble life of Bilal ibn Rabah (r), honorable friend of the Prophet Muhammad (Peace be Upon Him), lends itself to the continuing global dialogue to uphold the dynamic elements of the world’s fastest growing religion, and breathes life into the idea of piety as an achievable way of life. written by: AbdulRahman Bin Abdulkarim Al-Sheha ... more

Best Women on the Face of the Earth

This book shows the Clarification of How the True Believing Muslim Women are the Best of Women. We should be able to better realize the blessing and virtue of being Muslim and especially being a Muslim woman. Hopefully this will lead us to better understand Islam, clear up any misconceptions one may have and enable us to understand that the rules and regulations in Islam have been put into place to promote that which is beneficial for humankind and to prohibit and protect humankind from that which is harmful to them. Written by Faruq Post ... more

The People Of The Ditch (Soorat al-Burooj)

In numerous places in the Qur'aan, Allah speaks about incidents about people who lived in ancient times. One such people are a group commonly known as 'The People of the Ditch'. They are referred to in the following aayaat of the Qur'aan, in Sooratul-Burooj: ... more

Music

In researching music, references to it in the Quraan and in the sunnah of our beloved Prophet, its non-permissibility is obvious. We shall start with the verses: ... more

Interaction between Men and Women on the Internet: Some Guidelines

The following guidelines should be observed by Muslim men and women when interacting with one another on the Internet. ... more