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Patience – the equipment of the believers
We are in urgent need of patience, especially in these dayswhen Islam appears to be strange like never before. Fitnah (trials and tribulations) has increased and the one who adheres to his or her religion has become like a person holding burning coal in the hand. Indeed, this life is one of trial, while the Hereafter is the abode of reward. A believer.. More -
The purpose of good morals - II
Good Morals and Faith It was narrated in a Hadeeth that the Prophet, sallallaahu 'alayhi wa sallam, said: “Faith consists of more than seventy branches, the most excellent of which is the declaration that there is none worthy of worship but Allah, and the humblest of which is the removal of what is harmful from people’s way. Bashfulness.. More -
Khushoo’
Khushoo‘ generally refers to the state of the heart when it stands before its Lord in full submission, humility and absolute concentration; it also represents the tenderness of the heart, as well as its tranquility, humbleness and passion. Khushoo’ transpires only when the fire of desire is extinguished, and instead the light of veneration.. More -
Seeking forgiveness
Seeking forgiveness means to request Allah The Almighty to not just pardon one’s sins, but to protect one from their evil and to conceal them. In other words, it is a servant’s plea to Allah The Almighty to not expose him or her in this life or in the Hereafter, and to ward off the punishment that he or she deserves, by His grace and mercy... More -
Self-discipline – the path to bliss
A person in this worldly life is in an ongoing struggle against adversaries, both visible and unseen, though the latter may sometimes be more destructive than the former. Therefore, one should always be alert and cautious. In fact, a person’s own self is his or her most hostile enemy that incites him or her to satisfy every whim and obtain every.. More -
Restraining anger
People may wrong each other in various ways using their tongues, hands or other parts of the body. This may occur in their financial or non-financial actions. This may afflict the person himself, his honor, wealth, property or family. If a person reacts to these wrongdoings he will at first blush, and then avenge himself and his desires. As a consequence,.. More -
Seeking Allah’s reward: The merchandise of the sincere
Undoubtedly, whatever Allah The Almighty promises a person is the best and everlasting too, as He The Almighty Says (what means): {But what is with Allah is better and more lasting for those who have believed and upon their Lord rely.}[Quran 42:36] Not only will a person find the complete reward for the good deeds he has offered with Him, but he will.. More -
Manners of the people of the Quran
Memorizing the Quran is one of the greatest blessings of Allah The Almighty upon His slave. Thus, one must thank its Giver, so that He will bless it for him and make it of benefit to him. Furthermore, all those who have memorized the Quran should follow its guidance, adopt its morals and apply its manners. This was aptly represented in the personality.. More -
Supplication softens the heart – I
Allah The Almighty made supplication to be an act of worship and an acceptable offering that brings the slave closer to Him. He commanded His slaves to resort to Him, so as to obtain a high rank and become closer to Him. Supplication was also commanded and made to be a means of expressing hope in His mercy, and all creatures resort to Allah in times.. More -
The purpose of good morals - I
Pleasing Allah The Almighty is the purpose behind our words, actions, movement, stillness, and even our refraining from vices and adopting virtue. The purpose of good morals is also to refine and purify our souls so that they would then be worthy of being called through the gates of Paradise with (what means): {Peace be upon you; you have become pure;.. More -
Supplication softens the heart - II
The Manners and Etiquettes of Supplication - Supplicating to Allah insistently and repeating the supplication three times. Ibn Mas‘ood, may Allah be pleased with him, said, “The Messenger of Allah, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, when he supplicated or asked for something from Allah, he would repeat it thrice.” In a Hadeeth.. More -
Anger is an ember from Satan
Undoubtedly, being able to restrain one’s self when stirred by anger is true heroism that no one but a person of strong faith, high caliber, and strong will can do. It is not easy for an angry person to control himself, restrain his anger and refrain from punishing the one who enraged him. Therefore, the Prophet, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam,.. More -
Lessons in compliance learnt from the Hajj of the Prophet, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam
All perfect praise is due to Allah.We praise Him and seek His help and forgiveness. We seek refuge with Allah The Almighty from the evil of our souls and from our misdeeds. Whomsoever Allah Guides, none can lead astray, and whomsoever Allah Leads astray, none can guide. I testify that there is none worthy of worship except Allah, and that Muhammad,.. More -
Hajj and the Muslims’ Unity
Unity and agreement lead to strength and victory, while disunity and disagreement lead to weakness and defeat. Powerful nations only succeeded because of unity among its members and integration of its efforts. History is the best witness to this rule. Hence, we find several texts in the Quran and the Sunnah stressing this great principle and warning.. More -
Pillars of Hajj, Its Obligatory Acts and Sunnah Acts
Acts of Hajj Comprise Three Categories 1) Pillars that one must perform so as not to invalidate his Hajj, because they cannot be compensated. 2) Obligatory acts that necessitate offering a sacrifice if they are not performed, without invalidating one’s Hajj. 3) Voluntary and recommended acts of Sunnah that complete the pilgrim’s reward... More
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