by Mufti Faraz al-Mahmudi It is to you, the Cultivator of Generations, Producer of Great Men. I will point out in it some of what Islam requires of the individual and the society concerning the rights of women ….. 1. Have you seen the Jewel? Why is it that the …
Read More »Advice on the Public Perception of a Husband’s Protective Nature
Nasihah (Advice): Travelling with a Mahram Sayyiduna Abdullah Ibn Abbas Radiyallahu anhuma reported: Rasulullah Sallallahu alayhi wa sallam said, “A man should not be alone with a woman, nor should a woman travel, unless a guardian is with her.” A man stood up and said, “O Messenger of Allah, I have …
Read More »Music in Islam
Below is a collection of 10 Hadith with commentary directly related to music and the playing of musical instruments. (1) Hadhrat Abu Maalik Ash’ari (radhiyallahu anhu) says that he heard Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) say:”Most certainly, there will be in my Ummah people who will make lawful fornication, silk, liquor …
Read More »Q&A Marriage Mail
Question: I am married for 22 years. My husband enjoys me showing him love, but he doesn’t like to show me the same kind of love towards me. There are many places in which they say you must show your love to your wife, and even tell her that you …
Read More »Masturbation -A Disastrous Problem Faced By The Youth
Every harm is the result of sins. Hence, the harms of masturbation proves that it is a sin. Why should it not be so when sins are the root of misfortune and the key to all vices. Ibne Qayyim (Rahmatullahi alaihi) says: “The reason for every loss, misfortune and evil …
Read More »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 …
Read More »Your Husband Is The Leader (But It Doesn’t Mean He Must Be Perfect)
Written By Zakeeya Ali The issue of the husband being the leader, so he can’t do anything wrong, comes up again and again with the women I mentor. So I want to address this topic clearly and honestly because of the deep misconception women have about the extent of this aspect …
Read More »Gentlemen: On Masculinity, Responsibility, and a World that Depends on It
By:Umm Khalid January 16, 2026 Gentlemen, we women need your masculinity and rely on it for everything to run smoothly. Yesterday, my children and I were learning the story of Prophet Yusuf عليه السلام, and we came to the part where the wife of the Aziz tried unsuccessfully to seduce …
Read More »Wedding Planning- The Wedding of a Queen!
The Wedding of a Queen! Fatimah (Radiyallahu Anha) is the youngest daughter of our beloved Prophet (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam). Out of all the children, she was the most beloved to him. He said, ‘The Queen of the ladies in Jannat is Fatimah.’ He also said, ‘Fatimah is part of my …
Read More »Stoop to Conquer: 10 Ways of Honoring Helpers/Workers
Most Muslims in Eastern countries employ domestic staff as a norm. For some, domestic helpers are a priceless resource who significantly ease our day-to-day chores. Conversely, for others, they can be a source of distress and chagrin. Many women complain to each other about the trouble they face from …
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