Dua for Father Allah says in Quran, "And your Lord has commanded that you shall not serve (any) but Him, and goodness to your parents. If either or both of them reach old age with you, say not to them (so much as) "Ugh" nor chide them, and speak to them a generous word."(Quran-17:23) Honouring one’s parents is one of the greatest acts of worship. Parents are our biggest…
Islamic Arts Biennale inaugrated in Jeddah Biennale, which presented historic and contemporary works of Islamic art from around the world was inaugerated in Jeddah. It was inaugurated at Western Hajj Terminal at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah on 22 January 2023. The biennial event, which includes many newly-commissioned and never-before-seen works of art, marked a historic moment not just for Saudi Arabia and the Diriyah Biennale Foundation that staged…
Surah Kawthar Notes Surah Kawthar is chapter 108 of Quran. It is a Meccan Surah. Hadrat Abdullah bin Abbas said; "The eldest son of Prophet Muhammad sallalahu alaihe wa sallam was Qasim; next to him was Zainab, next to her Hadrat Abdullah and next to him three daughters, viz. Umm Kulthum, Fatimah and Ruqayyah. Of them first Hadrat Qasim died and then Hadrat Abdullah. Thereupon As bin Wail said:…
Notable Hanbali Scholars The roots of the Hanbali Madhhab naturally lie in Baghdad, the home of Imam Ahmad, then it spread to other lands, but not as much as the other major madhhabs. Ibn Khaldun states about the followers of Imam Ahmed that "they are the most prolific of people in respect to preserving the Sunnah and narration of Hadith." [Al-Muqaddima, p. 448]. The Hanbali Madhhab has spread considerably…
The Municipality of Makkah installed the longest calligraphic mural in the world on King Abdul Aziz Street, the road that leads to the Grand Mosque. The world’s longest calligraphic mural has been installed on the road leading to Makkah’s Grand Mosque, in the latest beautification of the holy city. The 75-meter mural, designed by artist Amal Felemban, joins a host of sculptures and installations already adorning Makkah in a…
Books of Zahir Al-Riwayah Zahir Al-Riwayah is a collection of six books written by Imam Muhammad. These books are termed the Zahir al-Riwayah (manifest narrations) because they are narrated from Imam Muhammad through numerous reliable narrators and manifestly established mass-transmitted or wellknown chains. Zahir Al-Riwayah books were compiled by Muhammad while he resided in Baghdad and were later transmitted through numerous chains from his students in numbers which preclude…
Why is life imperfect? ❝Whoever seeks a friend without faults will live life alone. Whoever seeks a spouse without shortcomings will live life as a bachelor. Whoever seeks a loved one without problems will live life forever searching. And whoever seeks a relative who is perfect will live life cutting ties.❞ - Shaykh Muhammad Mutawalli Ash-Sha'raawi We as a human being are driven by our ambition, by our hopes,…
Do you know that Subhanaka Allahumma Wa Bihamdika dua also called as Dua al Istiftah? This is the Dua to begin Salah. As a child we used to call it as Sana subhanaka dua. It is also called dua sana or dua thana by many and is read at the start of salah in hanafi and hambali fiqh. When is dua sana subhanaka read? Subhanaka Allahumma Wa Bihamdika dua…
World's First 3D printed mosque: Dubai to build world's first 3D-printed mosque. The mosque can accommodate 600 worshippers and the work will be completed in 2025 The mosque marks the latest step in Dubai’s 3D Printing Strategy, which is a global initiative to harness the technology for the good of humanity and position the city as a leader in the field by 2030. World's First 3D mosque: Dubai to…
10 Halal Hotels in London,United Kingdom Islam is now the second largest religion in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Talking about the halal hotels in UK, here is a list of hotels in London which are halal and Muslim friendly. If you ask me, what does, Halal Hotel mean? It means that the hotel should be Muslim friendly , It should have an option of halal…
Hajj 2023: Saudi ministry announces registration rules. There will be no age restrictions during Hajj 2023The number of people participating in this year’s Hajj will return to pre-pandemic levelsPriority will be given to individuals who have never performed Hajj.Applicants are also required to adhere to the ongoing COVID-19 immunisation policies, must receive the required seasonal flu vaccinations and hold a vaccine certification for meningitis at least 10 days prior to…
Duas for Protection from evil Allah swt says, So seek refuge in Allah. Indeed, He alone is the All-Hearing, All-Seeing.(Quran 40: 56) إِنَّ ٱلَّذِينَ يُجَـٰدِلُونَ فِىٓ ءَايَـٰتِ ٱللَّهِ بِغَيْرِ سُلْطَـٰنٍ أَتَىٰهُمْ ۙ إِن فِى صُدُورِهِمْ إِلَّا كِبْرٌۭ مَّا هُم بِبَـٰلِغِيهِ ۚ فَٱسْتَعِذْ بِٱللَّهِ ۖ إِنَّهُۥ هُوَ ٱلسَّمِيعُ ٱلْبَصِيرُ ٥٦ Allah swt says, وَمَا يَسْتَوِى ٱلْأَعْمَىٰ وَٱلْبَصِيرُ وَٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ وَعَمِلُوا۟ ٱلصَّـٰلِحَـٰتِ وَلَا ٱلْمُسِىٓءُ ۚ قَلِيلًۭا مَّا تَتَذَكَّرُونَ ٥٨ Those blind…
What is tabarruj in Islamic terminology? Tabarruj is a woman's style of dress or attitude that is excessive in order to attract the attention of others when she comes out of her house, deliberately showing the beauty of her face and body and waving her way so that she can see the jewellery in front of other people. Taabarruj is forbidden in Islam. It should be noted that it…
Dua to increase memory and knowledge- Dua for memory Today, I would like to share with you the" Dua to increase memory and knowledge".It is especially recommended before learning Quran or other books.This dua was given to us by our teachers and so I would like to share with you as well so it can benefit all of us. In sha Allah. Read tips and Dua for study and…
