Story of the Prophet Lut
Allah has sent many messengers to different tribes and nations. All of the messengers are humans, not angles. Among all of them, one Prophet Lut (p.b.u.h) had sent toward one …
Biographies Holy Prophet Pbuh
An important figure in a lifetime of the Islamic world Muhammad{peace be upon him]the messenger or prophet of God the Almighty. He was the chose one and was given the …
How Muslim Americans Observe Ramadan in the US
The basic traditions of the holy month of Ramadan are observed in the US, just as they would be done in any Muslim country around the globe. Ramadan, the ninth …
Muslims the right to Wear a Veil
It has always amused me how defensive Muslims, or those who are moved to advocate in the ’cause of’ Muslims, are on most issues they write or speak about. The …
The Importance of mosques for the Muslim community
A mosque is the center of religious observance for the Muslims. The word mosque literally means a place of prayer or worship. In Arabic, it is called masjid. This word …
Expoloring the origins of the Sunni/shia split in Islam
The Sunni/Shia split has been the basis of endless debates over the years. Commentators have focused their strengths on sketching the characters of Hazrat Ali (as) and Hazrat AbuBakr (ra) …
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The rights of parents in Islam
“And remember We took a covenant from the Children of Israel (to this effect): Worship none but Allah; treat with kindness your parents.” The Qur’an (2:83) Islam enjoins mankind to …
Understanding the Message of Ayat- Ul-Kursi
The second chapter of the Holy Qur’an that was revealed to Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) is Surah Al-Baqarah. It contains a magnificent “ayat” or …
How to recite the Qur’an and improve tajweed
The Qur’an is Islam’s Book of Divine Guidance. It is in Arabic, and is the spoken word, or “kalam,” of Allah (God). It was revealed to Prophet Muhammad via Archangel …
Prophet Muhammad’s Farewell Sermon: The Message
The last sermon of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) is known as “Khutbatul Wada” or the “Farewell Sermon.” It was delivered during the Hajj of the year 632 C.E., …
In Allah’s Court there is no Greater Thing than Dua
The word “dua” refers to sincere and heartfelt supplication one makes to Allah. The dua can be for worldly matters like health, wealth, success and better livelihood. It can also …
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Dating And premarital Relationships Forbidden In Islam
Islam is the second-largest religion in the world with about 1.57 billion followers. Islam is based on the teachings and normative examples of Hazrat Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). He …
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Common mistakes to avoid during Ramadan
According to the Oxford dictionary, Ramadan (also known as Ramadhan) is “the ninth month of the Muslim year, during which strict fasting is observed from dawn to sunset.” The word …
Sura
According to scholars, the first part of Surah Al- Ma’un (The Small Kindnesses) belongs to the early Makkan period and the other part is said to have been revealed in …
Islam the Religion for all of Mankind
Religion is a personal choice for individuals and to suggest that one universal system of faith is right for the entire human race is pure folly; more so when religion …
What it means to be a Muslim and how a Muslim feels
The word “Muslim” linguistically means “the person who enters into peace” or “the one who submits.” Anyone who enters the foray of Islam by pronouncing the “shahadah”: the testimony that …
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Relationship with God and Islam
I was watering the plants this morning (droopy plants…the weather has been scorching here), and while performing this task, I was reminded of something that was taught by my mother …