11 Warning Signs Your Soul Needs Purification
Reminders about the soul are very important for every Muslim because success for the believer is linked to having a pure soul. Prophet Muhammad (saw) who is the best example for mankind, had as an important part of his mission - the purification of the soul.
“And bow with those who bow…”
We then raise our head and straighten our back. The Messenger of Allah saw said: “The prayer is not valid if a man does not bring his backbone to rest while bowing and prostrating.
Planning for Life after Ramadan [Part I]
I appreciated this verse in Ramadan, 2013. I was involved a car accident as we returned from the Mosque. SubhanAllah, our car was completely destroyed, but all of us miraculously survived. Profoundly, an ambulance was driving past as we emerged out of the car, terrified, but grateful.
Islamic Knowledge or Worldly Knowledge?
Every Muslim is not shaped to go to Al-Azhar or Madinah University to pursue an Islamic career and learn the Islamic Sciences. We can benefit the Ummah by employing our own specializations and by being successful in that particular field. We have to identify our strengths and weaknesses.
Reflecting With Our Hearts
Spiritual reminders can be found in every corner and every horizon, if only we train our hearts to think deeply and reflect. The jewels that All-Mighty Allah placed in the world around us will not manifest to every bystander, but to those who take a moment to observe and contemplate. Let's learn to pause, introspect and reflect with our HEARTS!
Adopting Orphans: A Noble Endeavor
The Prophet (saw) said, “I and the one who takes care of an orphan will enter Paradise together.” Then he joined his index and middle finger together. (Bukhari)
Istighfar and Tawbah – How To And Why
Don’t navigate to another page or tab thinking this is meant for sinners, wrongdoers and misguided. This is for you dear descendant of Adam. Yes, “you.”
5 Easy Ways to Have Your Most Energetic Ramadan Ever!
Why are the fried samosas and greasy pizza served at iftar parties so bad for you? The “bad” fats in those foods actually signal your body to slow down and limit physical activity! Therefore, you run the risk of being too tired for taraweeh prayers, or worse yet, suhoor and Fajr prayers the next morning. Also, keep your portions small; eat a few small meals throughout the evening, and avoid “IBS- Iftar Binge Syndrome"!
Just Few Days Of Ramadan Left – You Can Still Do It!
Remember, Ramadan isn’t over until it’s actually over! Ten days is a lot of time for you to make up for what you’ve missed.
Restyle yourself this Ramadan – A Righteousness Makeover Program for Believing Men and Women!
Ramadan is a month to gain righteousness.This is an opportunity to know ourselves and figure out those areas that are more in need of righteousness than others and get working on them in sha Allah