“To Allah we belong and to Him we shall return”
August 19, 2008
Al-Fudhayl ibn Iyadh (May Allah have mercy on him) said to a man, “How many (years) have come upon you?” He replied, “Sixty years.” He said, “Therefore, for sixty years you have been going to your Lord and you are about to reach (Him).” So the man said, Read the rest of this entry »
MCB’s STATEMENT: Muslim Marriage Certificate
August 18, 2008
MCB clarifies its position on document initiated by the Muslim Institute.
The Story of Aafia Siddiqui [May Allah Preserve Her]
August 17, 2008
I was forwarded the following article which tells the sad story of a present day Mujahidah struggling against the injustices of the American Justice system. May Allah preserve her, rescue her from these tyrants, and grant her paradise with the Shuhada, Prophets and the Salihun.
Clothes Below the Ankles – Is it Just a Problem of Pride?
August 15, 2008
The Intimate Discourse: Course on Al-Munajah of Imam Hasan al-Banna
Be inspired this Ramadan and feel real intimacy with your Lord by implementing lessons contained in this excellent treatise titled Al-Munajah. Covering areas such as Qiamul-layl, Du’a and Istighfar along with their etiquettes, the evening includes a recital of unique and poignant dua’s of our illustrious forerunners from the book.
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The Story of the Ifk: Shaykh Yasir al Qadhi
August 14, 2008
The sirah is abound with numerous incidents from which we can extract benefits which can be implemented in our daily lives. The story of the ifk is one such incident which is overflowing with lessons.
15th Of Sha’ban: To Observe or not to Observe?
August 11, 2008
Q: What is your opinion on the 15th Night of Sha’ban, is it a virtuous night?
إن النشيد: أي الصوت المطرب، إذا كان من رجلٍ لنفسه كالراكب الذي يُنشد وهو سائر في الطريق، أو كان هذا النشيد كذلك
مسجلاً في أشرطة يسمعها، ولم يكن بآلة، وكان الذي فيه غير معصية بأن كان ثناءً على الله أو على رسوله أو على المؤمنين فلا حرج فيه شرعاً، بل هو من السنن، فإن النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم أمر به في حديث أنجش عندما قال: “رفقاً بالقوارير يا أنجش“، وكذلك شارك فيه كما في حديث البخاري أنه قال: “أبينا” ويرفع بها صوته، وفي رواية يمد بها صوته، وكذلك قال لعامر بن الأكوع يوم خيبر: “من هذا غفر الله له؟” فقال له عمر: ألا أمتعتنا به؟ وكذلك شارك في النشيد في حفر الخندق وفي بناء المسجد وكان يقول يوم حنين: “أنا النبي لا كذب *** أنا ابن عبد المطلب” Read the rest of this entry »
May you live in interesting times
July 24, 2008
‘May you live in interesting times’ is thought to be an ancient Chinese proverb used for the purpose of cursing. As Muslims we are forbidden to curse people. The prophet Muhammad, even after the cruel inhumane persecution he and his followers encountered during Islam’s infancy, never resorted to cursing his enemies.
The folly of engagement: Scared Ed Hussain [QF]
July 22, 2008
I was invited as a guest, along with Ed Husain (Quilliam Foundation) on Islam Channel’s ‘Politics and Media’ show - or so I thought.
As it turned out, Ed was not happy to be on to a live show with me. His voice broke, his face screwed up with disdain, and the whites of his eyes were plain to see as he retorted, “I’m not going on if he is”.
Shari’ah TV: Pluralism and Interfaith dialogue
July 20, 2008
Channel 4’s Shari’ah TV was once again on our screens; the fifth series was broadcast from New York. As usual the nature of these types of programmes is to a create some sort of controversy and debate, and many of the questions posed during the course of the discussions did generate just that.
An intelligent and skillful person transforms losses into profits; whereas the unwise and the unskilled aggravates his own predicament, making two disasters out of one.
The Qur’an: Channel 4 Documentary
July 18, 2008
”And do not backbite one another. Does one of you like that he eats the flesh of his dead brother”. A Chilling Video!!
July 13, 2008
O you who believe, no men should ever scoff at other men. May be, the latter are better than the former. Nor should women (ever scoff) at other women. May be, the latter women are better than the former ones. And do not find fault with one another, nor call one another with bad nicknames. Bad is the name of sinfulness after embracing Faith. If anyone does not repent, then such people are the wrongdoers. [49:11]
Who Speaks for European Muslims?
July 9, 2008
It seems to be very clear that there is no single ‘face’ to Islam in any European country, but a mosaic of ‘faces’. That makes government policy work in terms of engagement very difficult, says H. A. Hellyer.
The madness of King Abdullah
July 7, 2008
We all have, in one way or another, come across the dramatic story of King George III. A true story of the tragic deteriorating mental health of the 17th century British monarch. Officially considered ‘mad’ until recently, he was put in a straightjacket to restrain his frequent and violent attacks which continued to his demise. However, modern scientific analysis concludes that his abnormal behavior was due to an medical condition called ‘porphyria’ and not a mental illness. This to some modern researchers and psychiatrists explains King George’s ravings and epileptic fits.
Western Conceptions of Muslim Women
June 28, 2008
Praise be to Allah, the Lord of All the Worlds. May Allah’s peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, the Seal of the Prophets, and upon his family and Companions.
The Continuity of Purposed Scholarship Methods In Najd
A few years back while reading through Shaikh Saleh Uthaymeen’s (r) Sharh of Shaikh Bakr Abo Zayd’s (r) Huliyat Talib al Ilm (A Work Based In The Pursuing Knowledge Genre) there were a number of issues that remained for me points of reflection. It is these matters of which I feel an intense desire to communicate and share with the reading audience.
The Successful Divorce - Live Peacefully or Leave Peacefully.
