The Rites of Hajj Step by Step: A Spiritual Journey Embodying Monotheism Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam, and an obligatory pilgrimage for those who are able to undertake it. It is a profound spiritual journey that transcends mere performance of rituals to touch the essence of faith and unite the hearts of Muslims…
Lessons to Learn from Hajj Hajj represents a unique journey in the life of a Muslim, not only a religious duty and a fundamental pillar of Islam but also a great school brimming with lessons and wisdom that transcend the boundaries of time and place. It is a profound spiritual experience that stirs the soul…
How Islam Combated Bad Habits Such as Smoking, Addiction, Pornography, False Testimony, Degradation of Women, and Unjust Bloodshed Introduction Islam emerged as a comprehensive way of life aimed at reforming the individual and society, elevating humanity from the mire of vices to the heights of moral and spiritual perfection. Since its advent in the seventh…
General Supplications for All Times from the Quran and Sunnah أولاً: الأدعية القرآنية العامة First: General Quranic Supplications من دعاء المؤمنين: From the Supplications of the Believers: من دعاء النبي أيوب عليه السلام: From the Supplication of Prophet Ayyub (Job): من دعاء النبي موسى وزكريا وإبراهيم عليهم السلام: From the Supplications of Prophets Musa (Moses),…
Introduction The blessed month of Ramadan is a time of mercy, forgiveness, and freedom from hellfire. Allah, the Most High, has bestowed upon this month special virtues, with the most distinguished being its last ten nights. During these nights, Allah’s mercy descends abundantly, blessings multiply, and within them lies hidden the Night of Decree (Laylatul…
Ten Prohibited Professions in Islam: A Comprehensive View Introduction Work in Islam is considered both an act of worship and a duty upon Muslims, as Islam encourages honorable work and lawful earnings. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “No one has ever eaten better food than that which one has earned by working…
Muslim Victories in the Blessed Month of Ramadan: A Faithful Journey Through History In moments of hardship and distress, when troubles intensify and trials become great, believers seek refuge in their Creator, beseeching Him, hoping for His victory and support. In the blessed month of Ramadan, the month of the Quran, piety, and patience, the…
Ramadan is a month of worship and devotion, but there are certain things that should be avoided to ensure that fasting is accepted and fully rewarded. Here is a list of things that should not be done during Ramadan, along with evidence from the Qur’an and Sunnah. 1. Deliberately Breaking the Fast Without a Valid…
Allah’s mercy upon His servants is vast, and one of its manifestations is that He has made some simple deeds a means of attaining great rewards. A Muslim can accumulate countless good deeds and erase sins through acts that require little effort and take only a few minutes. The Quran and the authentic Sunnah contain…
IntroductionThe blessed month of Ramadan is a golden opportunity to draw closer to Allah, as rewards are multiplied and the doors of mercy and forgiveness are wide open. Among the greatest acts of worship that Muslims strive to perform during Ramadan are reciting and memorizing the Quran. But which one should take priority: frequent recitation…