A Light In Every House
Nothing amazes me more than the emphasis Islam lays on education, learning and deep reflection. While there is no doubt these elements are unfortunately not fully reflected by the cultural practices of Muslim communities in many parts of the world, it is undeniable that the very first verse revealed to […]
Many scientific facts are mentioned either directly or indirectly in the Qur’an. Many topics, from the creation phases of the universe, human beings and the formation of rain to the movement of continents are mentioned as proof of the perfection and superiority of Allah’s creation. Nevertheless, obviously the Qur’an is […]
Hundreds of millions of Muslims turn their faces towards this sacred, blessed point on earth five times a day. The Ka`bah, the most remarkable symbol of Islam, is the qiblah, the direction to which every Muslim should face during prayers and around which millions gather during the rituals of Hajj. […]
In modern times we have become accustomed to living on our own as if God did not exist. Many people feel that religion is no longer relevant, and that ancient books of religious teachings have been replaced by modern books of science and progressive thinking. What about the Quran? Has […]
I read the Qur’an but I do not understand Arabic. I do not get anything out of reading the Qur’an. Should not I start reading it in English? There are these people who keep telling you to memorize the Qur’an and speak about the much reward you gain through memorization. […]
The Qiblah change was a special moment in the Muslim history. Below you can find answers for frequently asked questions about the qiblah, the incident of the qiblah change and the Ka`bah. What is the meaning of qiblah? Qiblah means the direction that Muslims face when they perform their prayers […]
The month of Sha`ban is here . It is the month that escorts believers until they meet with an eagerly awaited guest — Ramadan. In Sha`ban, Muslims tend to warm up and start preparing for the yearly season of all sorts of goodness and divine grace. `A’ishah (may Allah be […]
The must-know duties that every Muslim man and woman should perceive: In the name of Allah the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful The three basics that every Muslim man and Muslim woman should know are: The knowledge of the slave: to his Lord and his religion and his Prophet Muhammad, […]
Do you remember ever being ridiculed at school or elsewhere during your childhood? Whether the reason for it was your dress, style of talking, or lack of expertise in a certain field or at a particular skill, ridicule by others never feels good. In fact, it feels absolutely awful. The […]
The Quran and Sunnah are full of references to Paradise and the great reward that is in store for those who believe and do righteousness in this life. The reward for goodness is eternal goodness, and the reward for evil is torment and despair. Rewards for males and females, although […]