The Irrevocable Prohibition of Riba
Riba is one of the most heinous and severely admonished sins in Islam. It brings upon one the wrath of Allah the All-Mighty and makes one's wealth devoid of barakah and blessings. It is a duty upon us to be well-informed of the consequences of engaging in this forbidden act in order to effectively prevent ourselves from falling into it.
Qur’an and Our Youth: How to bring the Qur’an close to their Hearts
Our youth have the right to be raised as God conscious Muslims. By motivating them to devote quality time to learning the Qur'an, you will earn some reward both in this world and even after your death and so will they. And the love of Allah will be nurtured in their hearts. So, get linking the Qur'an and our youth.
9 Ways To Purify Your Heart With the Remembrance of Allah
The Prophet was asked, “Which deed is the dearest to Allah?” He replied, “To offer the prayers at their early stated fixed times” (Sahih Bukhari).
8 Tips to Instill the Love of Qur’an in Your Children’s Heart
Verbally encourage your kids whenever they listen/recite the Qur’an. Smile, let them know how good you think they are doing, and how proud you are of them. Try not to get them used to tangible prizes. If you do get them prizes, make it rare and spontaneous. You wouldn’t want your children to make a connection between reading the Qur’an and instant and tangible rewards. Rather, make it a habit to explain to them the virtues of the Qur’an such as healing and good deeds.
Positive Affirmations from the Quran
Feeling thankful to Allah puts you in a positive mindset of focusing on your blessings.
Seeking Worldly Knowledge and Jannatul Firdous
Every Muslim does not need to become an Islamic scholar, but we should regularly seek Islamic knowledge. The best deeds are those done regularly, even if they are small. The Prophet was asked, “What deeds are loved most by Allah?” He said, “The most regular constant deeds even though they may be few.”
Tashahhud – Sitting in front of the Beloved
Tashahhud is the part of Salah in which we sit with reverance in front of the Mightiest King. Read the article to find tips for improving your Salah by gaining Khushu' in Tashahhud.
The Curious Case of the New Girl
“We got into a car accident, my parents and I, it was dreadful. My dad passed away immediately, while my mom and I barely survived. My face got disfigured because I crashed onto the broken glass from the car’s window, and mom became paralyzed but she can only move her head.
From Womb To N.I.C.U
I came back to my ward and laid on the bed, closed my eyes and took a very deep breath, tears started to roll down in hush and pictures of my son flashed back my mind again and again, asking myself, “what have I done to my baby?”
