Knowing Allah through His Beautiful Names: Al Jabbar
The mender of hearts The name Al-Jabbar has different meanings in Arabic. The Irresistible, The Restorer, The Mender. It means the One who mends weakness. Jabbara in Arabic, and Jabara yajburu, is to mend...
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Optimism in the midst of adversity
The Battle of the Trench (Ghazwat Al-Ahzab) took place five years after the migration of the believers to Madinah. It was one of the significant military campaigns in early Islamic history. An army ten...
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Zakat for kids
Colourful and simply explained, Samia Ahmed’s PowerPoint explaining what zakat is all about! For kids 8+
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How to deal with injustice
In Surat Ibrahim Allah Almighty says: وَلَا تَحۡسَبَنَّ ٱللَّهَ غَـٰفِلًا عَمَّا یَعۡمَلُ ٱلظَّـٰلِمُونَۚ إِنَّمَا یُؤَخِّرُهُمۡ لِیَوۡمࣲ تَشۡخَصُ فِیهِ ٱلۡأَبۡصَـٰرُ Never think that Allah is unaware of what the wrongdoers are doing. He is but...
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Peace does not come with violence and peace does not come without dignity
The distressing situation in Palestine is a cause of deep pain for Muslims all over the world. Nu’man bin Bashir (may Allah be pleased with them) reported that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:...
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Reciting the Dua al Qunut in times of calamity
What is the dua al qunut? The dua al qunut is a supplication made standing. It is recited during Fajr prayer in the Shafi madhab, and during the witr prayer in the Hanafi method....
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Why connect with Allah at a young age?
Girls Age 11+ Why is it important to focus on our relationship/connection with Allah Almighty as we grow up? To *recognise* His blessings and give thanks: Allah is Our Creator and Sustainer The first...
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The synergy between Minimalism and Islam
“Simplifying Life: The Minimalist Path in Islam” A deceased wise relative once said, “Only buy what you need and then visit a shop, do not got go to the shops and create a need.”...
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Good character is the elevator that takes you to the top floor in Jannah
After the very first revelation, Allah Almighty addressed the Prophet (peace be upon him) and told him he had the best character: وَإِنَّكَ لَعَلَىٰ خُلُقٍ عَظِيمٍۢ ٤ And you are surely on an excellent...
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Friendships and the company we keep (part 3)
A beautiful friendship: Abu Bakr Siddique (may Allah be pleased with him) and the Prophet (peace be upon him) The image that comes to mind when I think of a friendship based on love,...
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Friendships and the company we seek (part 2)
Let’s think about ourselves and the company we seek The qualities we seek in a grounded and strong friendship is just as important in these formative years as much as getting to know ourselves....
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Friendships and the company we keep
School and friendships Our friendships are an important part of growing up. Our friendships define who we are. They can wane and wither or stay loyal and strong. No matter what stage of school...
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Knowing Allah through His Beautiful Names: Al Mu’izz and Al Mudhil
Pairs of names Two of the beautiful names of Allah Almighty are Al-Mu’izz and Al-Mudhill. Al-Mu’izz is the One who gives honour while it’s opposite, Al-Mudhill is the One who humiliates. As we have...
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Knowing Allah through His Beautiful Names – Al Khafid and Ar Rafi’
Among the beautiful names of Allah Almighty is Al Khafid, the Abaser, and Ar Rafi’, the Exalter. Literally, khafada in Arabic is to lower something down, while rafa’a is to raise something. The One...
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Knowing Allah through His beautiful Names – Al Qabid and Al Basit
Restrict and expand Al Qabid is one of Allah Almighty’s names, meaning He who constricts. In Arabic, qabada is frequently used in transactions when one takes possession of a product, literally you got it...
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