Sūrat al-Hujurāt | Verse by Verse Part 2 “You who have faith,” having believed in Allāh and His Messenger, “Do not raise your voices above the voice of the Prophet,” blurting out words thoughtlessly, rather observe due propriety when speaking to him, and do not speak in a voice louder than his,[1] else you …
Read More »The World Gets Topsy-Turvier: Signs of the End Days [2/2]
One of the main themes that runs through hadiths about the End Days is how good will be considered as being bad; and visa versa, how trustworthiness and honesty shall disappear, how the worthless will be raised to positions of rank and respect, and how there will be an increase in disobedience and widespread …
Read More »Journey Through Surah al-Hujurat
Sūrat al-Hujurāt | Verse by Verse Part 1 This Medinan Sūrah takes its title from the reference to the Prophet’s private rooms in verse 4. It deals with social aspects of Muslim society, informing the believers how to interact with the Prophet with due propriety, and with each other with …
Read More »The World Gets Topsy-Turvier: Signs of the End Days [1/2]
The Hour is drawing near and the moon has been cleft in two, declares the Qur’an [54:1] In another of its many eschatological verses, it says: They ask you about the Hour. Say: ‘Knowledge of it is but with Allah. What will make you aware of it? It maybe that the Hour is near.’ [33:63] The …
Read More »The Victory of the Taliban – Jamiatul Ulama KZN Statement
A Blow to Western Imperialism and a Victory for Islam Allah has promised those of you who believe and do righteous deeds that He will surely bestow power on them in the land as He bestowed power on those that preceded them; and that He will firmly establish their …
Read More »“Freedom” of Women or “Freedom” to Men to Enjoy them?
It would be hugely better, safer and healthier for mankind if the world understands the difference between Freedom in Method and Freedom in Results. What they talk of is the former with massive negative impact on the latter. If accidents are to be saved, there have to be …
Read More »Ameer Muawiyah Radhiyyallahu Anhu – Status and Personality
The Sahabah al-Kirām are from amongst those eminent people concerning whom Almighty Allah has declared his eternal satisfaction and blessings in the Holy Qur’an. Therefore, anyone who challenges the honour and status of these great souls has indeed challenged the decree of Almighty Allah. Hadhrat Abu Hurairah narrates that Rasūlullah …
Read More »The ‘Cold Shoulder’
“Excuse me! May I have your attention please!” Yet, despite the repeated requests, the plea fell on deaf ears and was totally ignored. The above scenario plays out in many spheres of life. Sometimes, it’s an obstinate member of the staff that ‘plays dumb’ and chooses to ignore their …
Read More »Advices on the Current Unrest Situation in South Africa
by Shaykh Moulana Abdul Hamid Ishaq (Hafidhahullah) Current Unrest Situation advices
Read More »The Right Choice
The story given below is based on an incident related by a Christian priest with some minor additions. It throws light, to a certain extent, on the western malady of sending aged parents to old people’s homes… While driving, Alex looked at his wife from the corner of his …
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