Category Archives: Raising children in Islam

Rajab: A Conscious Beginning — Preparing the Heart Before Ramadan

Rajab: A Conscious Beginning — Preparing the Heart Before Ramadan

Why the first day of Rajab matters, and how to use it wisely Introduction: Why Does Rajab Still Matter Today? In a fast-paced world like modern England — deadlines, screens, constant noise — sacred time can easily pass unnoticed. Islamic months arrive quietly, without fireworks or public holidays. Yet, in the Islamic calendar, the first…

Islamic Purification Explained: A Practical Guide to Wudu and Ghusl

Steps of Islamic purification

Introduction: Purity as a Spiritual and Physical Foundation In Islam, purification (tahārah) is far more than physical cleanliness — it is a spiritual foundation that prepares a believer for worship. In the Holy Qur’an, Allah commands the faithful: “O you who believe! When you stand for prayer, wash your faces and your hands to the…

The Importance of Prayer in Islam and Its Virtue in a Muslim’s Life

The Prophet ﷺ also stressed how central prayer is to a Muslim’s faith. He warned that abandoning prayer can seriously undermine one’s faith: “Between a man and polytheism is abandoning prayer”

The Importance of Prayer in Islam: Connecting Believers to Allah Islamic prayer (ṣalāh) is not merely a ritual – it is a cornerstone of faith and the daily practice that keeps a Muslim’s heart and mind focused on God. In fact, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught that “Islam has been built on five [pillars]: ……

The Islamic New Year: Historical Roots and Practical Benefits

“He has certainly turned in mercy to the Prophet ﷺ and to the Emigrants and the Helpers who stood by him in the time of hardship”. Likewise, Qur’ān 4:100

The Islamic (Hijri) New Year The Islamic New Year marks the first day of Muharram, the opening month of the Hijri (lunar) calendar. It commemorates the Hijrah – Prophet Muḥammad’s migration from Makkah to Madinah in 622 CE. That event established the first Muslim community state and became the starting point of the Islamic era….

Everything You Need to Know About Purity in Islam and Its Rulings

Purity in Islam and Its Rulings

Purity in Islam: Rules, Steps, and Rulings Introduction All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the Worlds, and peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and all his companions. To proceed: Purity in Islam is one of the most prominent features that distinguish the Islamic Sharia. Islam is the religion of…

Great Rewards for Simple Deeds from the Quran and Sunnah

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…