Tafsir of Surah al Naba - The Tidings (Surah 78)
'Abdur-Rahmân ibn Nâsir as-Sa'dî
An exegisis of the seventy-eighth chapter of the Noble Qur'an by Imam as-Sadi. His exegisis is widely regarded as being amongst the best and most moving for the layman to read.
The virtues of fasting in the month of Shaban
Sha'baan is one of the meritorious months for which we find some particular instructions in the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam. It is reported in the authentic ahadith that Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam, used to fast most of the month in Sha'baan.
Tafsir of Surah al Nazi'at - The Pluckers (Surah 79)
'Abdur-Rahmân ibn Nâsir as-Sa'dî
An exegisis of the seventy-ninth chapter of the Noble Qur'an by Imam as-Sadi. His exegisis is widely regarded as being amongst the best and most moving for the layman to read.
The Prayer. The Prayer.
Abű 'Abdis-Salâm
Sheikh Abu Abdissalam discusses the importance of prayer and how one should protect themselves from the punishment of Allah.
Verily with Hardship comes Ease
Aa'id 'Abdullâh al-Qarnî
“Verily, along with every hardship is relief, verily, along with hardship is relief. So when you have finished (your occupation), devote yourself for Allaah’s worship. And to your Lord (Alone) turn (all your) intentions and hopes.” (94:5-8)
A Good Death
Gulraz Gachi
Most people tend to avoid talking about death, despite it being one of the few certainties in one’s life. However there is not a single soul except that he or she would wish for a good death. So what is a good death?
Some Signs to Ponder over
Reflecting upon our surroundings and the magnificence of nature can only lead us to one conclusion. There is a Lord and Creator.
Forgiveness - An Important Virtue
Asif Uddin
Forgiveness is not easy to do and that is why the rewards are so high. Someone may say: ‘I will forgive everyone except for such and such a person because you don’t know what s/he’s done to me’. Remember what we have done against Allah and yet he forgives us for nothing in return.
Ibn al Jawzi on the Matter of Dua’s not being answered
One of the common complaints of many of us Muslims is that when we make Dua, we don’t see its immediate effects. As a result, we get disheartened and lose hope in the effectiveness and powers of our Dua. The post below highlights a passage written by Ibn Al-Jawzi (may Allah have mercy on him) where he discusses this topic.
Raising Children in Deen and Dunya
Here then, for my benefit and yours, are the tips from the “experts”, the tried-and-true heroes who have worked hard at (and, insha’Allah, succeeded at) securing their children’s minds, hearts, and souls.
Spiritual Awakening - A Reminder of our Status in this World
Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyyah
By Allah, how priceless is that revitalising alarm of the spiritual awakening! How valuable and indispensable for the journey! Whoever experiences it, by Allah, he has indeed experienced the breeze of success. Without experiencing it, every one is lost in heedlessness.
Dhikr - Remembrance of Allah
Zainub Habib
The men and women who remember Allah have been specially mentioned in the Quran amongst the categories of people that are dear to Allah.
Giving Priority to the Qur'an
Abu Anas Hamad al-`Uthmaan
Trustworthiness was sent down in depths of the heart of the people, then they learnt it from the Qur'an, then they learnt it from the Sunnah
The People of Bliss
Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyyah
Consequently, let a prudent person who cares about his well-being see to which class he belongs. Let him not be influenced by habits or ruled by laziness.
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