Special Occasions

  بسم الله الرحمن الرحیم 10 FACTS REGARDING PROPHET ʿĪSĀ (PEACE BE UPON HIM) (1) He was sent by Almighty Allah as a messenger and prophet, similar to Prophet Ibrāhīm, Prophet Mūsā and other prophets (peace be upon them all). (2) He is not God or the son of God, rather a …

  On the way to Tabuk, when Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) passed by Hijr, the ruins of Thamood, he instructed the Sahaabah (radiyallahu ‘anhum) to move on quickly and said to them: “Do not enter the dwellings of those who have oppressed themselves except in the condition that you cry, …

Every person’s idea of the ideal holiday is different. Some people find the idea of caravanning across the country to be appealing, while others are attracted by the concept of camping in the wilderness. Others may feel inclined to recline on a quiet, picturesque beach, while there are yet others …

By Sister S Bemath As the “festive season” (Christmas/New Year) approaches many people are preparing to celebrate. This preparation often includes many practices that are unacceptable such as alcohol, illicit drugs, music, dancing, partying till midnight,fireworks,free intermingling of sexes, adultery and other acts of disobedience. We as Muslims need to …

As the year draws to a close, a familiar energy fills the air. Work calendars clear, schools close their doors, and the hum of anticipation spreads through homes. Conversations revolve around travel and relaxation — a long-awaited pause from the year’s pressures. For many, this season is the long-anticipated reward: a holiday …

By Maulana Khalid Dhorat   After spending 13 or 14 cumbersome and grueling years in school, some in private Muslim schools, the Grade 12s finally reach the end of a long journey – a journey that heralds the start of a new academic phase in tertiary education, and another journey …

  Islam is a complete way of life. Its wisdom is profound. What Islam prescribes and what it prohibits is always of tremendous benefit for humanity as a whole. Every year, on the evening of October 31st, millions of children in the Western world paint their faces, dress up in …

Al-Haadi.org How would you respond to the following question: What is your ultimate goal in life? Would any of the following responses ever be heard?: To become super-rich To keep expanding one’s business To have the best comforts and luxuries To acquire the highest qualifications in one’s field To build …

By Khalid Baig   On the twelfth of Rabi-ul-Awwal, Muslims all over the world hold special gatherings to commemorate and celebrate the birthday of Prophet Muhammad, Sallallaahu Alayhi Wa Sallam. The special programs attract huge numbers of Muslims. There can be no two opinions among the believers that remembering the …

Ibn Sa‘d reported that Muhammad SAW’s mother said: “When he was born, there was a light that issued out of my body and lit the palaces of Syria.” Ahmad reported on the authority of ‘Arbadh bin Sariya something similar to this. It was also reported that significant precursors accompanied his …