In Pursuit of Optimism Part 2: Prophet Muhammad (sall Allāhu ʿalayhi wa sallam): the Greatest Teacher of Optimism Click here for part 1 In the direst of times, the Prophet (sall Allāhu ʿalayhi wa sallam) would persistently raise morale, boost confidence and steer attention to the bright side of any situation …
Read More »The status of one who considers homosexuality to be permitted
By: Mufti Muhammad Zubair Butt Source: IlmGate Question: If a person practices homosexuality, and believes that this is acceptable [and not forbidden], does this person still remain a Muslim? The person says that the verses in the Qur’an are all related to lust and fashion rather than sincere love between 2 …
Read More »In Pursuit of Optimism
Part 1 When one studies the traits which the prophets and messengers possessed, he finds that they were given characteristics which enabled them to lead, inspire others and guide. They were given characteristics which enabled them to plant the seeds of Islām in the hearts of nations, making Muslims the …
Read More »Obey ALLAH’s Command, Not our Desires – Eye Opening Incident
Importance of Hijab and Gender Segregation. Khalid sat at his desk in great concern and worry. His friend, Salih, noticed signs of grief on his face. He arose from his desk, walked over and addressed Khalid, “We have been friends for a long time. For over a week now, I …
Read More »True Stories Proving The Evil Consequences of Free-Mixing
What follows are some of the results of a study on mixing undertaken by some Muslim social science researchers. When we put the following question: ‘What is the Islamic ruling on mixing as far as you know?’ The results were as follows: 76% of respondents said “It is not permitted.” …
Read More »Your Worst Enemy
A 28 year old mother of two looks into the mirror, she is dressed in an elegant abaaya and beautifully draped dupatta,her face has minimal make up yet a glow illuminates her look,a natural beauty. She looks at her reflection in disgust,criticizing herself from head to toe. I hate the …
Read More »Choosing Your Friends
Bismillahir’rahman’nir-rahim. Allahumma sali’ala sayyiddina Muhammadin wa ‘ala alay sayyiddina Muhammadin wa barik wa salim. “The example of a good companion and a bad companion is like that of the seller of musk, and the one who blows the blacksmith’s bellows. So as for the seller of musk then either he …
Read More »Beware the Green Collar criminals
by Moulana Khalid Dhorat Criminals don’t look like criminals anymore. They have mastered the art of disguise. Before, you could spot a thief by the type of clothes he wore and by his suspicious manner or walking. But nowadays criminals drive expensive cars, dress elegantly and can even speak better …
Read More »#MothersDay – an innovation, commercialisation or Islamic obligation?
“Push” I yelled. My request was met with a stern glare. I needed a different tact. Exhausted myself, looking at my wife with pride and amazement at her 17 hours of physical and mental endurance, it was only then that I began to realise why mothers have such a …
Read More »Divulging sins: Don’t reveal what Allah SWT Chooses to conceal
What is mujahara? Mujahara refers to a person who commits a sin and then makes it public. This is one of the most prevalent things available on Instagram,Facebook, Twitter, Tiktok and other social networks, teaches Ustad Ali Hammuda from rememberaday.net. Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) said, as was narrated by …
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