Parents and in-laws – how much do we need to obey them?

Abdullah bin Ammar[i] (may Allah be please with him) narrated that the Prophet (peace be on him) said: ‘Allah’s pleasure is in what is pleasing ...

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Be strong. Even when you are weak.

The strong believer Allah Almighty wants us to be strong. عن أبي هريرة رضي الله عنه قال‏:‏ قال رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم‏:‏ ‏ ...

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Reflections on Surat Al-A’la and Al-Ghashiyah on Eid

The surahs recited every Eid Every Eid, the Prophet (peace be on him) used to recite Surat Al A’la in the first rakah and Surat ...

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Lessons in victory from Surat Al Ahzab

And Allah drove back the disbelievers in their rage, totally empty-handed. And Allah spared the believers from fighting. For Allah is All-Powerful, Almighty. (33:25) This ...

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Defend Palestine. Lessons from Surat Al Ahzab

Allah will reward the truthful and punish the hypocrites Among the believers are men true to what they promised Allah. Among them is he who ...

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Zihar and story of Khawla bint Thalaba

Islam came to reform society, to bring justice and rid the community of myths, delusions and harmful practices. It confronted these head on. In Surat ...

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How does Islam view adoption and what is Kafalat Yateem?

Islam places significant emphasis on looking after orphans and vulnerable children, considering it a highly virtuous and meritorious act. Several teachings in the Quran underscore ...

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Why forgiveness should be on top of your list of duas

Your record will be presented to Allah so ensure you are happy with it One of the verses mentions how you will be presented to ...

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Fight for your rights. Do not be trampled on.

Reflections on Surat al Sajdah The Prophet (peace be on him) used to recite Surat Al Sajdah every Jummuah at Fajr in the first rakah, ...

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Lailatul Qadr – a night better than a lifetime.

Every year we are keen to catch the blessings of Lailatul Qadr. Allah Almighty dedicated a whole surah to it, to emphasise its importance and ...

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