Defend your narrative
In Surat al Baqarah, Allah Almighty said: And when they meet those who believe, they say: “We believe,” but when they are alone with their Shayatin (devils – polytheists, hypocrites, etc.), they say: “Truly,...
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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...
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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...
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Tyrants vs the Truth
Tyrants vs the Truth The power of the weak and the weakness of the powerful Have you not considered the one who argued with Abraham about his Lord because Allah had given him...
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The Truth has Light. But not Fake Shaykhs
‘They want to extinguish the light of Allah Almighty but Allah Almighty will complete His light, even though the disbelievers dislike it’. (9:32 and 61:8) Allah Almighty is highlighting the fact that whenever...
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Truth is a Choice. Not Choosing Truth has Immediate Consequences
Telling the Truth O you who believe! Fear Allah and be with those who are true (in word and deed). (9:119) Say, ‘Indeed, my Lord has guided me to a straight path – a...
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Lies and Deceit…Signs of the Hour
Navigating the Deceitful Years The Prophet (peace be on him) said, ‘Before the Hour comes, there will be years of deceit, in which a truthful person will be disbelieved and a liar will be...
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(2:58-59) The Nafs vs The Truth
The Battle between Self Interest and Truth And remember We said: “Enter this town and eat of the plenty therein as ye wish; but enter the gate with humility, in posture and in words,...
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Why There Is No Room for Deceit
Truth vs Untruth It is narrated on the authority of Abu Huraira that the Messenger of Allah (peace be on him) happened to pass by a heap of eatables (corn). He thrust...
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