Special Occasions

You know you’re right. You know what I’m referring to – those times when you get into an argument(s) with a family member, friend, boss, employee, coworker, classmate, teacher or whoever. You know your facts are right or that you’ve been wronged with an insulting remark, sarcastic comment or rudeness. …

I’tikaaf Related Issues The following is a compilation of Fatawa regarding ie’tikaaf from the Fatawa of our Akabereen. The references of the various Fatawa are attached with the Fatawa. By: Moulana Ismail Dawoodjee – Student, Darul Iftaa Mufti Ebrahim Desai   Virtues of Ie’tikaaf Ie’tikaaf (secluding oneself in the masjid to …

Courtesy of al-miftah.com Which group are you from? Spiritually, in this world and well as the next, there will always only be three kinds of people; The very good ones, the very bad ones and those in between. In Surah Waqiáh Allah Taála categorizes the population of the hereafter as …

From the book Khulaasatul Kalaam 1. Fast Ramadhan with belief and truly seeking the reward of Allah the Most High so that He may forgive you your past sins. 2. Beware of breaking your fast during the days of Ramadhan without a valid Islamic excuse, for it is from the …

Al-Haadi – Website of Madrasah Taleemuddeen – Isipingo Beach South Africa   There are many great “returns” that people experience in their lives. The returning of a missing child, finding a very valuable lost item or a close family member returning home after spending many years overseas are some instances …

Here are tips for you to enjoy a healthy Ramadan. 1. Drink water The most important tip that I can give everyone in preparation for Ramadan is, to start drinking water now! Adequate hydration is simple and important .Take hydration seriously and notice the difference this Ramadan when you’re better …

There was once a trader who rented a shop in the busiest marketplace of the city. The terms were clear: the rent was high, but the foot traffic was unmatched. For one month only, the crowds would pour in like never before. Other traders prepared weeks in advance — stocking …

  In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. In recent times there has been a growth in the number of lay people who, influenced by a certain ideology, claim that the tarawih consists of only eight rak’ahs rather than the established twenty rak’ahs. There is, therefore, a …

  As the dawn of Ramadhaan approaches, offering us glimpse of its golden rays of purity, every Muslim around the world prepares to experience the warm ambience which only this month can bring. From Suhoor to Iftaar to Taraaweeh Salaah, Ramadhaan brings together brothers, sisters, parents and children. In order …

Some recurring advice that people are given if they wish to succeed in an endeavour, be it religious or otherwise, is to prepare in advance. The traveller prepares for his journey, the student prepares for his exams, the employee is constantly attending courses for the demands of his work, and …