Etiquettes related to gatherings
Introduction Every religion and culture, besides a number of other things, have their own distinct set of customs, traditions and etiquettes. In fact, one of the important distinguishing features between one nation and one tribe and another has generally been its distinct set of customs, traditions and etiquettes. The nation... More

Jul 14, 2025
Building a Society characterized by Solidarity - II
One of the most important manifestations of solidarity which Islam is keen to instill in our communities is how to treat the elderly and take care of them, starting with one’s parents, acting upon the verse that reads (what means): {And We have enjoined upon man, to his parents, good... More

Jul 14, 2025
Intercession is a Manifestation of Mercy and Cooperation
The variation that exists among people is one of the approaches of Allah The Almighty for His creation. Thus some people are rich while others are poor, some people are noble while others are not, some people are high-ranking and wellborn while others are not, and so on. People need... More

Jul 14, 2025
Our Non-Muslim Relatives: Their Rights Upon us
By Kimberly Ben When I reverted to Islam over 10 years ago, I received mixed reactions from my friends and family. While attending my first family gathering wearing Hijab, I was eyed very curiously at first, but with time they have come to accept my choice. Now, no one even... More

Jul 14, 2025
The Courage to Apologize - I
Some people may think that apologizing for our mistakes is a weakness. However, it is in reality strength, courage, confidence, purity, and self-righteousness. Besides, apology eliminates hatred and envy and releases the soul of mistrust and doubt. Only great people dare to apologize, and only good people can maintain and... More

Jul 14, 2025
The courage to Apologize - II
Allah likes excuse (accepting apology) Allah, the Exalted, has opened a door for repentance that He will never close until the sun rises from the west because He likes to have mercy upon His slaves and He likes to accept their apology, the Prophet said: “None loves one's own praise... More

Jul 14, 2025
Our Highly Economical Home - I
The economics of a Muslim home are based upon a group of values and foundations that distinguish it from any other home; and these are: * Observance of the advice of the Messenger, , to not look longingly at those that are greater than us in provisions, for he, ,... More

Jul 14, 2025
Respect for the truth
By Dr. ‘Abdul Kareem Bakkaar The greatness of a person, my sons and daughters, lies in the greatness of what he believes in, what he is willing to sacrifice for, and what he defends. Our true religion, to which we proudly belong, urges us to love and respect the truth... More

Jul 14, 2025
Individual Responsibilities in Islam
In this article I will deal with some personal responsibilities of the individual throughout his life. Fulfilling these responsibilities can lead to the formation of a well-established individual, family, and eventually a society where peace, and tranquility prevail and where the utmost purpose (the pleasure of Allah) is obtained. The... More

Jul 14, 2025
Allah Loves Excuse (Accepting Apology)
Allah, The Exalted, has opened a door for repentance that He will never close until the sun rises from the west because He loves to have mercy upon His Slaves and He loves to accept their apology, the Prophet, sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam said: “None loves one's own praise more... More

Jul 14, 2025
The oppressor and the oppressed - I
The position of the oppressed in relation to the oppressor: Allah Says (what means): “And those who, when tyranny strikes them, they defend themselves. And the retribution for an evil act is an evil one like it, but whoever pardons and makes reconciliation - his reward is [due] from Allah.... More

Jul 14, 2025
Attire and adornment – II
A Muslim is encouraged to adorn himself when going to the Mosque. The Messenger of Allah said: “Whoever performs Ghusl (i.e., a ritual bath) on Friday, wears from the best of his clothing, goes to the Mosque, does not step over people’s heads (in trying to reach the front rows)... More

Jul 14, 2025