Author: al5las

The Malice of Lying

Ethics in Islam

The Malice of Lying

Lying is a common part of human relationships.  People lie for a variety of reasons.  They may lie as part of self-presentation, in order to present a more favorable image to others.  People may...

Principles of Success

General topics

Principles of Success

It is a well-known fact that the Prophet of Islam (p.b.u.h.) was the supremely successful man in the entire human history. But he was not just a hero, as Thomas Carlyle has called him....

The First Night In The Grave

Islam

The First Night In The Grave

(Fathul Baaree of Ibn Hajr, 3/233): “He sufficed with affirming its existence, in contrast to those who totally deny it from the Khawarij and some of the Mu’tazilah such as Diraar ibn ‘Amr and...

Scientific Facts and the Holy Quran

Quran

Scientific Facts and the Holy Quran

  Science: Finger tips can be used for identification Quran: Does man think We cannot assemble his bones? Yes . . . We are able to put together in perfect order the very tip...

We & the Holy Quran

Islam

We & the Holy Quran

Assalamu alaikum Akhee’s & Ukhtee’s (brothers and sisters). I came across this nice article and decided to forward it because it is worth reflecting how is it exactly that we are spending our time....

Islam

* Funny how a $20 bill looks so big when you take it to the mosque, but so small when you take it to the market. * Funny how long it takes to do...

Ramadan: The Month of Quran

Fasting ( Ramadhan)

Ramadan: The Month of Quran

1) The importance of Ramadan for the Muslims, particularly times of adversity. 2) The importance of reading Quran and pondering over its meanings. 3) The phenomena of desertion of  Quran. 4) Factors that prevent...

Some Health Guidelines for Ramadan

Fasting ( Ramadhan)

Some Health Guidelines for Ramadan

This article provides useful advice on how to avoid some common problems encountered in Ramadan. If followed, it would enable one to fast comfortably and enjoy fully the spiritual benefits of Ramadan. During the...

Weeping From the Fear of Allah

Islam

Weeping From the Fear of Allah

Has not the time come for the hearts of those who believe to be affected by Allah’s Reminder and that which has been revealed of the truth, lest they become as those who received...

Zakah al-Fitr

Fasting ( Ramadhan)

Zakah al-Fitr

1. MEANING Zakah al-Fitr is often referred to as Sadaqah al-Fitr. The word Fitr means the same as Iftar, breaking a fast and it comes from the same root word as Futoor which means...