Abu Hurayrah narrated that the Prophet said: “Use this Black Seed regularly, because it is a cure for every disease, except death.” [Al-Bukhari and Muslim] 　　What is the Black Seed? 　　Its botanical name is Nigella sativa. It is believed to be indigenous to the Mediterranean region but has been cultivated... More

　　In the books of Imams Al-Bukhari and Muslim it is narrated that Sahl Ibn Sa'd was asked about how the Messenger's injuries in the battle of Uhud were treated. Sahl said: "The Prophet's face was injured, his tooth was broken and the helmet he was wearing was smashed on his... More

　　4. Two men who love each other for Allah's sake, meeting for that and parting upon that: 　　Allah Almighty Says (what means): “The believers are nothing else than brothers, so make reconciliation between your brothers, and fear Allah, that you may receive mercy." [Quran 49:10] 　　Having mutual love for the... More

　　If speech is blessed by sending blessings upon the Prophet how could Madeenah not have been blessed during his days, while he inhabited it; he, who refreshed its breeze, perfumed its atmosphere and renewed its fragrance; whose scent preceded him to wherever he went and remained after he had left.... More

　　To call people to Allah is the duty of every responsible and conscientious Muslim. Since there is no priesthood in Islam or sacerdotal class among Muslims, the duty of the call to Allah cannot be limited to an ill-conceived and imaginary group called the 'men of religion as is the... More

　　Fever wipes out one’s sins and rids his body from dead substances and germs. It is a blessing in disguise. 　　The Prophet said: “When a believer gets sick or feverish, it is like metal when put on fire, the bad is gone and the good remains.” [Al-Bayhaqi] 　　He also describes... More

　　"And amongst them will be passed round vessels of silver and cups of crystal—crystal-clear, made of silver. They will determine the measure thereof (according to their wishes). And they will be given to drink there of a cup (of wine) mixed with zanjabeel (ginger), a spring there called salsabeel. And... More

　　It is narrated in the books of Imams Al-Bukhari and Muslim that Anas Ibn Malik said: 　　"Some people of (the tribes of) 'Ukl and 'Uraynah came to Al-Madeenah and its climate did not suit them. So the Prophet ordered them to go to the herd of camels reserved for charity,... More

　　The Prophet said: "Islam began as something strange, and it will return to being something strange, so give glad tidings to the strangers." [Muslim] 　　The meaning of ‘strange’ in the Hadeeth 　　Many times in many situations the people that follow the religion of Allah feel a sense of not belonging,... More

　　Ancient Ifreeqiyyah (Africa) and its Boundaries 　　The Arabs call Africa 'Ifreeqiyyah.' They gave this name to the Eastern part of Barbary and called the western part of Barbary the Maghrib, the name used until today. The Romans called it Africa after the destruction of Carthage. They included Barbary in it... More

　　Some of the Ahadeeth of the Prophet are quite terse yet convey a multitude of meanings, and this is no surprise since they were produced by the one who was given the keys of eloquent speech and wise sayings. Some of his statements serve as fundamental principles, general rules, and... More

　　It was narrated on the authority of Abu Hurayrah, may Allah be pleased with him, that the Prophet said: “Allah the Exalted, Says, ‘I am as My slave expects Me to be, and I am with him whenever he remembers Me. If he remembers Me to Himself, I remember him... More

　　It is narrated in the books of Imaams Al-Bukhari and Muslim that Abu Sa'eed Al-Khudri, may Allah be pleased with him, said: "A man came to the Prophet and said: 'My brother is complaining about his stomach, or he is complaining about diarrhea.’ The Prophet said: 'Give him some honey.’... More

　　Text of the Hadeeth (saying of Prophet ) 　　It was narrated on the authority of Abu Hurayrah that the Messenger of Allah said: “Whoever relieves a believer of some worldly distress, Allah will relieve him of some of the distress of the Day of Resurrection. Whoever alleviates the hardship of... More

　　It was related on the authority of Abu Mas'ood Al-Badri, may Allah be pleased with him, that: "The Messenger of Allah said: "One of the admonitions of the previous prophets which has been conveyed to people is that if you have no shame, you can do whatever you wish." [Al-Bukhari]... More

　　“And your Lord inspired to the bee, "Take for yourself among the mountains, houses, and among the trees and [in] that which they construct. Then eat from all the fruits and follow the ways of your Lord laid down [for you]." There emerges from their bellies a drink, varying in... More

　　The actual timing and introduction of the Islamic religion and its practice to Southeast Asia is subject to debate. European historians have argued that it came through trading contacts with India whereas some Southeast Asian Muslim scholars claim it was brought to the region directly from Arabia in the Middle... More

　　The Prophets of Allah, may Allah exalt their mention, are the elite of humankind and the most honorable of all people in the sight of Allah, the Exalted. He chose them and entrusted them with conveying His Commandments to His Creation. Allah, the Exalted Says (what means): {Those are the... More

　　Why did Islam prohibit eating the flesh of swine? 　　The answer to this question has remained debatable among Muslims and those of other religions who eat the flesh of swine and breed pigs, as they were unconvinced of the reasons for which Islam forbade eating the flesh of swine until... More

　　The Miswaak was known before Islam, but Islam added a religious perspective to its usage. 　　The Prophetic guidance: 　　 　　The Prophet Muhammad recommended Muslims to clean their teeth using a Miswaak every day; especially upon waking up, when performing ablution, before prayer, when reciting the Quran, before sleeping, when entering... More