Dawah – An Obligation
An important matter for Muslims to realize is that Dawah is an obligation upon them. Allah (subhanahu wa Ta`ala) says in the Quran: “Invite to the Way of your Lord (i.e. Islam) with wisdom...
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Why Two Women Witnesses?
Adapted from the book by Shamshad.M.Khan with modifications and additions A question that repeatedly arises is that concerning the ‘Position of Women in Islam’. Muslim scholars have been able with great success – despite...
Why Do We Pray?
After a long and hectic day at work, how difficult it is for a tired person to go out to the mosque and concentrate on his prayers to Allah, the Almighty. Snuggled up in...
Does Islam Allow Wife Beating?
Respected scholars! Does Islam allow wife beating? Some husbands are violent and they say that the Quran allows them to beat their wives. Is there any logical explanation given regarding men being allowed to...
Good Character
This includes suppressing one’s anger, and being gentle and humble. Allah Most High has said: Surely, you are of tremendous nature, (The Holy Quran: 68/4) and: Those who suppress their anger, and forgive other...
Scores on The Day Of Resurrection
When the Day of Resurrection comes, a man’s wealth and capital will be his Hasanaat (good deeds). If he had done wrong to any people, they will take from his hasanaat to the...
The Ideal Muslim and His Community
He is truthful He does not cheat, deceive or stab in the back He is not envious He is sincere He keeps his promises He has a good attitude towards others and treats...
Rewards of Fasting
Every act of goodness is rewarded. Rewards are given based on the sincerity of the intention. Fasting is the only worship about which Allah has said that He Himself is the reward...
Signs of a Good End
The Prophet (p.b.u.h.) said, “A Muslim who is killed in a battle is a martyr, (dying in) plague is martyrdom, a woman who dies while delivering a baby is a martyr.” (Ahmad, Daarimee, Tiyaalisee, authenticated...
The Ruling on Celebrating the Prophet’s Birthday
Question: Is it permissible for Muslims to celebrate in the Masjid with dhikr and readings from the Seerah (Biography) of Prophet (r) on the night of the 12th of Rabee’-ul-Awwal, especially on the Prophet’s...
