The Prophet informed us that when the fetus in its mother’s womb is four months old, Allah The Almighty sends an angel to breathe the soul into it and write down its provision, its lifespan and its deeds, and whether it is doomed or blessed. 　　Provision is also written down... More

　　In sessions, forums and dialogue, it is easy to observe people engaged in arguments, debate and disputes that may arouse discord and hostility. This is an evil and incurable characteristic that occupies many people. 　　Dispute is Part of Man's Nature 　　The Noble Quran clearly states that man is naturally argumentative,... More

　　Giving Food in Surah Al-Insan (No.76): 　　This is a good gesture of Allah's Mercy to Mention giving food in a Surah that is entitled "Al-Insan". Allah The Exalted Says (what means): {And they give food in spite of love for it to the needy, the orphan, and the captive…} [Quran... More

　　Hardly ever is prayer mentioned in the Noble Quran without being associated with Zakah. Zakah is the inseparable twin of prayer in the Book of Allah The Almighty and the Sunnah of His messenger, sallAllahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, as well. Zakah is like prayer in terms of its relation to... More

　　Chastity is defined as "controlling oneself from forbidden desires due to the love of Allah The Almighty in response to His command, as well as for seeking His reward in return." 　　Islam has always been keen to establish chastity in the Muslim community and has thus legislated many laws that... More

　　The following is some advice to help you preserve and safeguard your prayer, and perform it in a proper manner, which makes it more likely to be accepted, 　　• Perform Wudhoo’ (ablution) properly because the Prophet said: “Allah made compulsory upon Himself to Admit into Paradise any Muslim who properly... More

　　In this article, we will talk about hoping for Allah's mercy. The believers’ relationship with their Lord is characterized both by fear and hope, such that the former deters them from sins and disobedience, whereas the latter drives them towards good deeds. 　　Ibn Al-Qayyim said: 　　“Hoping for the reward of... More

　　O (Muslims), the best of people to be produced for mankind! 　　Our religion is full of love, and it calls for love, i.e., the love that is valid under Sharee‘ah (Islamic legislation); the sublime, chaste and great love, the love for Allah The Almighty and for the Messenger of Allah,... More

　　The prayer has never been this hard 　　Libraries are like studios. No sound goes unheard. No noise passes without someone looking up or, in this case, a librarian hissing and excitedly shushing the disturber of the peace, silencing the noise polluter. 　　Nervously flitting and creeping about the bookshelves, I was... More

　　The obligatory five daily prayers were prescribed during the night the Prophet ascended to the heavens, while the commands for the remaining acts of worship were revealed to the Prophet on earth. This indicates the special status and importance of prayer as an act of worship. 　　Prayer: the backbone of... More

　　Hope in Allah the Almighty bears fruit to the following: 　　• It makes one strive more and exert greater effort in performing acts of worship. 　　• It makes one even more inclined to be constantly obedient to Allah The Almighty. 　　• It makes one enjoy drawing closer to Allah The... More

　　Allah the Almighty Says (what means): {Mothers may breastfeed their children two complete years for whoever wishes to complete the nursing [period]. Upon the father is the mothers' provision and their clothing according to what is acceptable. No person is charged with more than his capacity. No mother should be... More