Quran Verses about Zakat and Charity Zakat and charity are highly emphasised in Islam. It is one of the means to gain taqwa and attain the qurb/closeness of Allah. Allah has talked about Zakat and charity in many places in Quran. Let us read some of the verses in which Allah talks about Zakat and charity but before that let us know what is the difference between Zakat and…
Taqwa in Quran What is Taqwa? Taqwa is translated as the fear and consciousness of Allah (ta’ala). When you are conscious of a thing, it is constantly present in your thoughts. You reflect on it frequently, and many of your activities are influenced by it. Taqwa is not limited to outward rituals but extends to the inner state of the heart. It involves a profound sense of reverence, fear,…
10 Things to know about Islam: 1.What is Islam? Islam is an Abrahamic religion which believes in only one GOD. Islam means "submission". It is submission to the will of Allah. Islam is a comprehensive religion for all aspects of life. Islam is the religion of God - the Almighty-which He accepted for mankind until the Day of Judgement, Islam is belief in Allah as God and Prophet Muhammad…
Hadith on Marriage Proposals Nikah is an Ibadah. It is completion of deen. Let us read some authentic Hadith on Marriage Proposals Whoever is not able to marry may Fast يَا مَعْشَرَ الشَّبَابِ مَنِ اسْتَطَاعَ الْبَاءَةَ فَلْيَتَزَوَّجْ، فَإِنَّهُ أَغَضُّ لِلْبَصَرِ، وَأَحْصَنُ لِلْفَرْجِ، وَمَنْ لَمْ يَسْتَطِعْ فَعَلَيْهِ بِالصَّوْمِ، فَإِنَّهُ لَهُ وِجَاءٌ ". Narrated `Abdullah: We were with the Prophet (ﷺ) while we were young and had no wealth. So Allah's…
Last verses of Surah al Imran, Surah imran last 10 ayat Meaning of Last verse of Surah al Imran In this verse, Muslims have been instructed to remain patient which is possible any time under all conditions.The second instruction given is to be more patient than others which is to be demonstrated while fighting disbelievers.The third instruction relates to a situation when an armed conflict with disbelievers is likely…
5 Hadith on Martyrdom Who is a Martyr/Shaheed? Allah says about the shaheed or martyrs, "Think not of those who are slain in Allah's way as dead. Nay, they live, finding their sustenance in the presence of their Lord; They rejoice in the bounty provided by Allah. And with regard to those left behind, who have not yet joined them (in their bliss), the (Martyrs) glory in the fact…
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,inna ataina kal kausar Surah Kawthar is chapter 108 of Quran. It is a Meccan Surah. Surah Kawthar Notes,inna ataina kal kausar Meaning ( 1 ) Indeed, We have granted you, [O Muhammad], al-Kawthar. ( 2 ) So pray to your Lord and sacrifice [to Him alone]. ( 3 ) Indeed, your enemy is the one cut off. Surah kausar in Arabic: إِنَّآ أَعْطَيْنَـٰكَ ٱلْكَوْثَرَ ١ فَصَلِّ…
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…
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…
Two-year cycle journey for Umrah from Nigeria to Saudi Arabia Aliyu Abdullahi Bala, a Nigerian cycling enthusiast survived numerous obstacles and dangers on his arduous journey that began in Nigeria on the western coast of Africa and passed through Niger, Chad and Sudan before arriving at his destination Also read :Sara Haba becomes First Woman Pilgrim to reach Mecca by bicycle. Two-year cycle journey for Umrah from Nigeria to…
Photo of Moroccan players with their mothers goes Viral Moroccan players with their mothers .source twitter Moroccan King Mohammed VI poses with the Morocco national football team and their mothers.The picture is viral in social media. Also read FIFA 2022 Qatar impact on Islam The photo was taken during a reception ceremony held by King Mohammed VI in the presence of Crown Prince Moulay Hassan and Prince Moulay Rachid…
Dua e Qunoot English and Arabic Find out the difference between Qunoot and Qunoot Nazilah Dua e Qunoot is usually recited in Witr salah and the Maliki and Shafis read it in Fajr salah too. If you look into the books of Duas, you will find 2 Dua e Qunoot. There are 2 types of Dua e Qunoot which are famous- Dua e Qunoot of witrDua e Qunoot of Fajr (Qunoot in 2nd…
Abbas ibn Firnas : The first aviator Do you know that the relationship between wings and a tail to stabilise flight first developed by Abbas Ibn Firnas which contributed to the success of the Wright brothers’ flying machine in 1903? Who was Abbas ibn Firnas? Abbas ibn Firnas was a Berber Andalusian polymath: an inventor, astronomer, physician, chemist, engineer, Andalusi musician, and Arabic-language poet. Abbas Ibn Firnas was born in Al-Andalusia (Now…
