In the Name of Allâh, the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful In face of the attacks on Islam by the disbelievers, some Muslims turn to the defensive with an inner feeling of defeat as they try to show that the Islamic values are no different from the western ones. If […]

Have you ever known a lover who does not give Mahr (i.e. dower) and does not do serving for his beloved? Can love be sound along with disobeying the beloved and keeping away from his way? Have you ever seen a Muslim who does not love the Prophet, peace and […]

First off, make sure you have both ikhlaas and i’tibaa – sincerity in intention and correction of action. Is your intention truly to bring this person closer to the truth? Or is it to prove him wrong? Or to show off your oratory skills? Make sure your intention is solely […]

The ideal Muslim character is distinct and balanced. The Muslim is the embodiment of the teachings of the Quran and the ‘Sunnah’ (sayings, actions and the approvals of the Prophet Muhammad ). He follows the teachings of the Book of Allah (i.e. Quran) and the example of the Prophet Muhammad  in all affairs, […]

Abu Hurairah (may Allah The Almighty be pleased with him) reported that the Messenger of Allah (Peace and Blessings be upon him) said: «إنَّ اللَّهَ لا ينظرُ إلى صورِكُم وأموالِكُم، ولَكِن ينظرُ إلى قلوبِكُم وأعمالِكُم» Interpretation of Meaning: “Allah does not look at your appearances or your financial status, but He […]

 Eid-ul-Adha is  the  Muslim festival that marks the end of the pilgrimage to Makkah  known as Hajj. Eid-ul-Adha is also known as the “Feast of Sacrifice,”and it commemorates Abraham’s faith and devotion to God. According to Muslim belief God asked Abraham to sacrifice his son,and although he was a good man and […]

There are many examples, which show the Prophet’s  kindness to his family and relatives. However, it must be emphasized that the Prophet’s  household shared with the people what they learned from him. ‘Aa’ishah, may Allah be pleased with her, was reported to have said to the Prophet : “I have heard what you […]