Women in pre-Islamic civilizations
Throughout the human history prior to Islam, women have been victimized and made to suffer too much. They endured unbearable deprivation, sorrow and oppression in all past civilizations. In other words, they were treated as if...
For many of us, waking up for Fajr can be difficult and burdensome however, there are some virtues that we fail to realise! In this article, I will analyse some of the merits of this blessed prayer, Fajr as...
CHOOSING A SEAT
Sit where asked to by your host. Do not argue with your hosts about the place where they wish you to sit. If you sit where you want, you may overlook a private area of the house,...
In the first verse of Surat Al-Mai’da, Allah called upon the believers ‘O’ you the Believers, fulfill your promises.’ In Surat Maryam Allah also praised Prophet Ismail may peace be upon him ‘He was true to his promise. He was a...
Earlier this week I was part of a group that was invited to attend a University Graduation ceremony. Someone dear to me will also be graduating soon and some very good general advice was given at the ceremony I...
All the FOUR daughters of the Prophet salallahu alaihi wassalam had to return back to their father's house at some point in their marriages, He welcomed them back with open arms, listened to their plights and resolved it. Many...
Khushuu', translated as tranquillity, is the heart of Salaah. It tells the extent of a slave's submission to his Lord, and could mildly or greatly affect one's reward, if not properly maintained in Salaah. Therefore, anything that affects Khshuu'...
Young children usually cannot attend the Masjid because they have not learned the manners or conduct that is expected from them—and they end up causing disruption and disturbance to the worshippers. Therefore, the tarbiyah (cultivation) begins at home by...
Every human being by nature has an instinct to dispute. This instinct becomes more manifest between the husband and wife, thus leading to marital disputes. How can this instinct be controlled?
The following ten points can help you control the...
There are two particular hadiths that are extremely important for Muslims to keep in mind; one establishes the foundations of Islam, telling us about the basis for this religion, its absolute pillars, while the second relates to the way in which...
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