Inspiration

The Gift of Pain

Why pain is not a burden to escape, but a signal that shapes growth, purpose, and closeness to Allah Shaykh Ali Hammuda Pain is not something most of us would count as a blessing. Most, if given the choice, would prefer to never need to take painkillers. However, Dr. Paul …

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Dear Father…

Why fathers carry more than we realise, and why honouring them is among the greatest paths to Allah By Shaykh Ali Hammuda The Prophet ﷺ said, الوالد أوسط أبواب الجنة فإن شئت فأضع ذلك الباب أو احفظه The father is the middle (best) of the gates of Paradise, so if you …

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The Significance of Hajj

 Abu Hudhaifa Muhammed Karolia In the concluding aayah of The Bride of the Qur’aan, Surah Rahmaan, Allah Ta’aalah describes Himself as Master of Grandeur and Honour. In this light it is observed that the more than ninety-nine names of Allah Ta’aalah belong to two major groups; those which expound Allah’s …

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The Power Behind a Simple Smile

It is said that a smile is the shortest distance between two hearts. Today, in a world brimming with screens, schedules and silent stares, something as simple as a sincere smile has become rare — almost forgotten. The rush of daily life, the weight of the burdens we shoulder, and the …

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Dreams are dreams

Posted on by Mufti Faraz al-Mahmudi Every winter is followed by a summer. Every night brings with it day. Every death is simultaneous with life. The sun may set in one area but rises in another location. Likewise, every problem and pain brings about an opening in one’s life. There …

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The Last Gift to His Daughters

During the final illness of Sayyiduna ‘Abdullah bin Mas‘ood (radhiyallahu ‘anhu), Sayyiduna ‘Uthmaan (radhiyallahu ‘anhu), the khaleefah of the time, came to visit him. Sayyiduna ‘Uthmaan (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) asked, “What are you suffering from?” He replied, “My sins.” Sayyiduna ‘Uthmaan (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) then asked, “What do you desire?” He replied, “The …

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Today is all that you have

When you wake up in the morning, do not expect to see the evening live as though today is all that you have. Yesterday has passed with its good and evil, while tomorrow has not yet arrived. Your life’s span is but one day, as if you were born in …

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What can we do in one minute?

The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “When I say ‘Subhaan Allaah, wa’l-hamdu Lillah, wa laa ilaah ill-Allaah, wa Allaahu akbar (Glory be to Allaah, praise be to Allaah, there is no god except Allaah, and Allaah is Most Great)’, this is more beloved to me …

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