In the month of Ramadan, Muslims fast during the day and perform Taraweeh prayer at night. Some people differ from others on Taraweeh 8 or 20 Rakat, but no one underestimates its importance and virtues. A number of Hadiths on the importance and virtue of Taraweeh have been written in Sihah Sitta or Kutub al-Sittah. … Read more
What is the true spirit of Ramadan? How should people commence their preparations for Ramadan? Some businesses prepare themselves by stocking up for the bumper sales as people do their “Ramadan shopping” or “‘Eid shopping.” Housewives begin stocking their freezers in advance with the “Ramadan savories.” When Ramadan arrives, in some quarters people will “welcome” this … Read more
Ramadan is the most iconic month of the year to Muslims. Like the other months of the Gregorian Calendar this June with few days from the prior month supposed to have the same appeal. According to the Islamic calendar, Ramadan starts from 27th May, and the Islamic calendar itself depends on the sighting of the … Read more
Ramadan, the most merciful month, in which the Holy Quran was sent down for the well-being of Ummah. In Ramadan, fasting is the one of the major obligatory practice along with nightly Salah. All over the world, people observe fasting with perfection and devotion to achieve piety and righteousness. What is Ramadan Fasting? Fasting is … Read more
Can one ever imagine what is the reward of fasting in Ramadan? Impossible! It is beyond human comprehension. Allah’s declaration has been narrated by Rasulullah (ﷺ) in the words: “Fasting is for Me and I will (personally) give its reward.” -Saheeh Bukhaari; 7492. How then can anybody ever comprehend the magnitude of the rewards for … Read more
Multiplied rewards for good actions, an increase in one’s sustenance, the showering down of the mercy and forgiveness of Allah… and many other bounties. These are all bonuses and gifts from Allah during the great month of Ramadan. However, the object of Ramadan is to acquire Taqwa (piety) as has been clearly explained in the … Read more
Ramadan 2024 is knocking on the door. In the glorious month of Ramadan, Allah bestows mercy and blessings upon mankind. As it comes after eleven months its every second and minute should be spent wisely. Ramadan is the ultimate chance to get close to Allah and to attain Taqwa through fasting and nighttime prayers. In … Read more
Mom. Mama. Mummy. How beautiful these words are! The word mother is not only a word. It’s a blessing and gift from Almighty Allah. It is the first word a baby utters, loves and calls out loud no matter it is a happy or sad moment of its life. The mother-child relationship is the most … Read more
Ramadan Kareem to all the Muslims of the universe. Over one billion Muslims throughout the world are preparing to welcome Ramadan. Ramadan is the holiest months of Islam. This month is a gift from Almighty Allah and a chance to attain Taqwa (fear of God) through fasting and Tarawih (nighttime prayers). Let’s know about Ramadan … Read more
We usually don’t hear this question, “What is the purpose of life in Islam?”. But when we were kids, we were often being asked “what is your aim in life?” and we replied exactly with what our parents or teachers advised to say. Yes, when we were kids, we had an aim in life that … Read more