o what a tangled web we weave when first we practice to deceive

O what a tangled web we weave, when first we practice to deceive

Man is created with the innate disposition to tell the truth. Over time and through one’s environment, one can fall into the habit of telling little white lies, or gradually giant porky pies, lies. One lie often takes more lies to cover up. Eventually one is likely to be tangled in a web of deceit….

The truth is always attacked. We must continue to defend it.
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The truth is always attacked. We must continue to defend it.

Asthe community is reeling from the shock, disbelief, disgust and sadness at the killing of veteran journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, at whose funeral innocent mourners were also viciously attacked and beaten, we turn to the Quran for guidance on how to bear such painful wounds, when the old scars are still fresh. It is very…

The truth meets resistance when it clashes with desire. Reflections from Surat al Qasas
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The truth meets resistance when it clashes with desire. Reflections from Surat al Qasas

When Allah sent the truth to the people of Makkah and the cities surrounding it, the Prophet (peace be on him) was delivering the message to everyone. There had been no prophet or messenger in Makkah since the time of Ismail (peace be on him) which had been a very long time. Therefore the Arabs…

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Never be afraid to tell the truth

Abu Saeed al-Khudri narrated that the Messenger of Allah (peace be on him) said: ‪“Do not let the fear of people prevent you from speaking the truth if you witness it, as it won’t shorten lifespan or decrease your livelihood if you tell the truth or remind people about something great”. (Musnad‪ Ahmad). In this…