When we speak of Sulaymān (ʿalayhi al-Salām), we often think of a mighty king and an individual blessed with tremendous knowledge, wisdom, and justice. Rightly so, Sulaymān (ʿalayhi al-Salām) presided over a kingdom unlike any other ruler before or after him. Furthermore, he was praised for his ability in delivering …
Read More »The Life of Prophet Yunus AS
Bismillah Allah subhaana wa ta’aala says in the Quran “……So relate the stories that perhaps they will give thought” (Surah Al-Araf 7:176) Ever wondered why Quran has so many stories related to the blessed prophets, places and people who lived centuries ago? Instead of just looking at them as stories, we …
Read More »Brief Biography of Sayyidah Sarah, The Wife of Sayyiduna Ibrahim (Alayhis Salam)
Question Kindly share with us some information on the life of Sayyidah Sarah, the wife of Sayyiduna Ibrahim (‘alayhimas salam). What does Sarah mean? Is it true that she was extremely beautiful? Does she have any special virtues Answer The name Sarah has been documented to have two pronunciations: …
Read More »Mothers of the Nations – Sayyidah Saarah & Haajar – Booklet
During the days of hajj and qurbaani, the amazing incidents of Nabi Ebrahim (‘alaihis salaam) are discussed. However, this great Nabi was supported by two great women, his noble wives. This e-book is a transcript of a programme that was conducted on the pure lives of Sayyidah Saarah and Sayyidah …
Read More »In the Footsteps of the Prophet Ibrahim (‘alayhi’l-salam)
My dear brothers and sisters, have you ever wondered why in your ṣalāh – your five daily prayers, the sunnah, or even the adkhar – why do you always associate the name of Muḥammad ṣallallāhu ‘alayhi wa sallam (peace and blessings of Allāh be upon him) with the prophet Ibrahim …
Read More »Through Thick and Thin
(Wife of Nabi Ayyoob [‘alaihis salaam] – Part One) The incident of Nabi Ayyoob (‘alaihis salaam) is well known to one and all. Initially, Nabi Ayyoob (‘alaihis salaam) was enjoying great prosperity. He had abundant animals and crops, many children and numerous homes. Allah Ta‘ala then decided to test Nabi …
Read More »Prophet Lut (AS) – Sodom
Prophet Lut AS was the nephew of the Prophet Ibrahim AS. The story of his people and the punishment they were afflicted with was a shocking incident in the life of Ibrahim AS. Lut AS, as you will recall, left Ur with Ibrahim AS and settled in Palestine. Nothing authoritative …
Read More »The Patience Of Nabi Ayyub (Job) Alayhis Salaam
In the stories of the Prophets, we see that God tested various nations through loss of health and through the loss of wealth, even extreme poverty. God declares repentance and patience to be the keys to eternal life therefore accepting trials and even thanking God for them, denotes …
Read More »Understanding The Story of Nabi Moosa AS P2
Part 2 THE ADOPTION With a heart steadfast and full of trust in Allah’s promise, she suckled him and then placed Musa AS into a basket. As instructed, she then flung him into the swift currents of the Nile, but she asked her daughter, his older sister, to …
Read More »Understanding The Story of Nabi Moosa AS
Part 1 The story of Nabie Moosa is the longest narrations of the prophets in the Holy Qur’an. If we were to apply human laws, Musa AS should not have existed. Set against its historical context, his story should have ended before it began. Yet, in the face of the …
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