Category: As a Servant of God
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Etiquettes of One Seeking the Truth
Our Daily Fatiha and the Quest of Salman Al-Farisi Between twenty and thirty times a day we recite al Fatiha. And each time, we request that Allah guide us to the straight path. We are ‘seekers of the true path, not the path of those Allah is angry with, nor the path of those who have…
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Character: Night Prayer
In Arabic, qiyam means prayer at night; usually it refers to the prayer one does at night before one sleeps. Whereas, tahajud refers to prayer one does in the night after sleeping for a period of time. The Prophet, peace and blessing be upon, him would pray both. Allah SWT mentions both in the Quran:…
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Formality between men and women
The proper etiquette of interaction between men and women in Islam is spelled out clearly and is based on the best interest of the individual and the family and on their peace of heart, mind and soul. One reading Quran is sobered by the seriousness with which this subject is treated. One studying hadeeth receives…
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Our Homes in Ramadan: abodes of peace
Laylatul Qadr. This night hidden in Ramadan, or in the last ten days of Ramadan is a night that tantalizes the heart of every Muslim. Its obscurity reminds us of the “hidden” hour of answered prayer on Friday and the hidden Great Name of Allah amongst His names. It is as though Allah wants us…
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Concept of Sadaqa
Prophetic Principles of Islamic Interaction Lesson Two: The Concept of Sadaqa The process of Islamicizing our perceptions is vital for us to act properly and in accordance with our deen. It is known that the Islamic view of giving is wide and all inclusive. [blockquote author=”Surah Yasin:47″] Give of that which Allah has granted…
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Fatima: weaning and the concept of restraint
Prophetic Principles of Islamic Interaction Lesson One — Fatima: weaning and the concept of restraint The wealth of barakah in the Messenger of Allah’s life cannot be encompassed. Every word, every move, every look is a cascade of never ending benefit and guidance. In few words and plain actions, he modeled for us the upright way to live…
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Thul-Hijjah Workshop
Once you’ve read On Hajj and Thul-Hijjah Part 1 and Part 2, your take home activities should include: 1) Whether traveling to Hajj this year or not, seek forgiveness from those you have wronged. 2) Return any borrowed items or owed money (amanas) to their rightful owners immediately. 3) Spend time alone to reflect on…
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Reflections on Haj
The conditions for an accepted towbah are, remorse, making amends and a sincere intention not to commit the sin again. Back-biting or similar offenses are best amended by making dua for the person, doing/giving sadaqa in their name or the like. Going up to a person and telling them you have been talking or talked…