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Practical steps Towards Sincere Repentance
Most people are aware of the conditions people must fulfill before their repentance is accepted, namely giving up the sin, regretting the sin, and being determined never to commit it again. However, in this article we will highlight some practical steps people should follow in order to help achieve sincere repentance. Let us go through these practical.. More -
The Muslim’s Tasks on ‘Eed Al-Fitr - II
1- Manifesting happiness and joy on the occasion of ‘Eed: It was narrated that ‘Aa’ishah, may Allaah be pleased with her, said, “Abu Bakr came to my house while two small Ansaari girls were singing beside me the stories of the Ansaar concerning the Day of Bu‘aath. They were not singers. Abu Bakr said, ‘Musical instruments.. More -
The Muslim’s Tasks on ‘Eed Al-Fitr - I
There are many tasks for Muslims to do on ‘Eed Al-Fitr. They are as follows: 1- Paying Zakat Al-Fitr before the ‘Eed prayer 2- Saying Takbeer on the night of the ‘Eed Allah The Almighty Says (what means):{To complete the period and to glorify Allah for that [to] which He has guided you; and perhaps you will be grateful.} [Quran.. More -
Ramadan has come! Did you give in charity? - II
11- Charity pleases Allah The Almighty, rescues from destruction and perfects good deeds. Allah The Exalted Says (what means): {And spend in the way of Allah and do not throw [yourselves] with your [own] hands into destruction [by refraining]. And do good; indeed, Allah loves the doers of good.} [Quran 2:195] 12- Charity annoys Satan and necessitates.. More -
Ramadan has come! Did you give in charity? - I
It is known and understood that wealth belongs to Allah The Almighty and that He Appointed His slaves as His successors to see how will they act. He Will Ask them about it when they stand before Him. How did they collect it? And how did they spend it? Whoever earned it from lawful sources and was a good successor so that he spent it in the way of obeying.. More -
Remaining Patient When Experiencing Harm during Ramadan
If anyone curses you in Ramadan, then say, ‘I am fasting’. If anyone fights with you in Ramadan, then say, ‘I am fasting’. I should be patient upon the harm that I may receive from people, I should endure being wronged by others, follow the steps of the Prophet, sallallaahu 'alayhi wa sallam, and say to anyone who does evil.. More -
A Ramadan resolution
The best thing about the month of Ramadan is that it is a time of purification. I hope that you will agree with me that certain issues must be dealt with head on, and that it makes good sense, sometimes, to talk and listen to one another in a way that shows that we have the courage to stand our ground no matter how hard the consequences may be. Ramadan.. More -
Glimpses of Divine Mercy
Allah, The Almighty, is the Most Merciful, Most Compassionate, and He is the most Merciful of those who show mercy. His Mercy encompasses all things. Allah, The Almighty, Says (what means): {….and My Mercy embraces all things……} [Quran 7:156] Allah, The Almighty, extends His Mercy to all His creation, for He knows that man was.. More -
Prophetic Traditions of 'Eed
The Muslim is obliged to pray certain prayers in congregation: the five daily prayers, the Friday prayer (Salat al-Jumu’ah), the prayers of the two ‘Eeds and during the Hajj. The purpose behind these congregational prayers it is to provide opportunities to a greater number of Muslims to attend larger congregations in an atmosphere of religious.. More -
The Virtues of Charity
Charity has a great significance in Islam; it is one of the clearest indications and most truthful signs of the sincerity of one's faith, as souls were created to love money and strive to save it. If someone spends his money and contradicts his instinct, then this is a proof that he has a good faith and a sound belief. Regarding this, the Prophet,.. More -
Ramadan: A portrait of self-reflection
With Ramadan approaching, many of us eagerly look forward to the impending celebratory meals and visits with family and friends, breaking fast at the Masjid (mosque), and, of course, the ‘Eed celebration that ends this great month. We rush about making careful preparations by cleaning our homes from top to bottom. Some may even decorate them.. More -
Contemplations About Hajj - I
1 - Prior to Hajj and/or 'Umrah the Muslim should: a) Purify his creed ('Aqeedah) from any aspects of Shirk, greater or lesser, as Shirk destroys one's deeds. b) Devote his Hajj purely and sincerely for Allah. c) Sincerely repent for all of his sins. d) Acquire knowledge about Hajj and its rites. e) Use Halal (lawful) means to support this.. More -
The Fast of the Pregnant Woman During the Summer - Rules and Precautions
Pregnancy is a difficult and arduous journey that begins with good news and ends with the arrival of the new-born child that would fill the life of his parents with delight and happiness. However, this journey is very difficult during the summer season, and enduring this while fasting is even more difficult. Doctors agree that a pregnant woman who.. More -
Issues Related to the 'Eed Khutbah and Prayer
- Listening to the Khutbah is optional: ‘Abdullah ibn As-Saa’ib, may Allaah be pleased with him, reported that he attended the ‘Eed prayer with the Prophet, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, and when he finished the prayer, he said: ‘Whoever wishes to leave, can leave, and whoever wishes to sit and listen to the Khutbah, can.. More -
Lantern of the Sunnah in the ‘Eeds of the Ummah - II
1- Eating before going out to pray on ‘Eed Al-Fitr and after the prayer on ‘Eed Al-Adh-ha: It is an act of Sunnah (Prophetic tradition) for one to eat some dates before going out to pray on ‘Eed Al-Fitr, as Anas ibn Maalik, may Allaah be pleased with him, reported that the Prophet, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, did not go.. More
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