A Journey Like No Other: Visiting the House of Allah
Going to the House of Allah is a very special journey. It’s not just about traveling to Makkah—it’s about answering a call from Allah. When you see the Ka‘bah for the first time, your heart feels something you can’t describe. It reminds you that life is short and that we are here to worship Allah. […]
Let’s Read Surah Kahf Today (Friday): A Simple Path to Meeting Allah
Allah says, ‘Say, “I am only a man like you, to whom has been revealed that your god is one God. So whoever would hope for the meeting with his Lord – let him do righteous work and not associate in the worship of his Lord anyone.”‘ (Quran, 18:110) This ayah teaches us that the […]
Du’a of the Traveller
The du‘ā’ of the traveler (du‘ā’ al-musāfir) is a beautiful supplication taught by the Prophet ﷺ for when a Muslim sets out on a journey. اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ، اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ، اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ، وَإِنَّا إِلَى رَبِّنَا لَمُنْقَلِبُونَ اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْأَلُكَ فِي سَفَرِنَا هَذَا الْبِرَّ وَالتَّقْوَى وَمِنَ الْعَمَلِ مَا […]
Let’s Read Surah Kahf Today (Friday): Learn Adab Before Knowledge
In Surah Al-Kahf, Prophet Musa (peace be upon him) teaches us how to behave when learning from someone wiser. Even though he was a great prophet, he humbly asked Al-Khidr if he could follow him to learn. “May I follow you so that you teach me of what you have been taught of right guidance?” […]
Let’s Read Surah Kahf Today (Friday): Why We Are Muslims
We are Muslims because we believe in one God, Allah Most High who created us and guides us through the Qur’an, His final revelation. Surah Al-Kahf reminds us that this life is a test and that true success lies in holding firmly to our faith, even when it’s hard. Just like the young men of […]
Are Converts and Born Muslims Kufu?
Theoretically and spiritually: Yes. A sincere convert to Islam is equal in the sight of Allah to any other believer. The Qur’an clearly states: “Indeed, the most noble of you in the sight of Allah is the most righteous of you.” — Surah Al-Ḥujurāt (49:13) But, in practical, cultural, and sometimes legal terms (especially when […]
Drifting Away: The Forgotten Duty to Parents in Modern Times
These days, many adult children seem to be growing distant or even disrespectful toward their parents. There are a lot of reasons for this. One big reason is the lack of a strong Islamic upbringing—many were never taught the importance of honoring parents as part of their faith. On top of that, the media often […]
Connecting to the Prophet ﷺ: The Importance of Sanad in Learning the Qur’an
A sanad is like a chain that shows who taught your teacher, and who taught their teacher, all the way back to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. In Qur’an teaching, having a sanad is really important because it means you’re learning the Qur’an the same way it was passed down from the Prophet—word for word, sound […]
How Allah Preserves the Qur’an
1. Memorization (Ḥifẓ): Millions of Muslims around the world, including young children, have memorized the entire Qur’an word-for-word. This oral transmission has continued in every generation since the time of the Prophet ﷺ. 2. Sanad & Ijāzah System: Scholars teach the Qur’an with an unbroken chain of transmission (sanad) going back to the Prophet ﷺ. […]
Let’s Read Surah Kahf Today (Friday)– A Perfect Gift Without Crookedness
“All praise belongs to Allah, Who sent down the Book to His servant and made it free of any crookedness.” (Surah Al-Kahf, 18:1) This ayah teaches us to be thankful to Allah for giving us the Qur’an—a book that is clear, straight, and full of guidance. It has no confusion or mistakes. Allah gave it […]
Honoring the Qur’an: The Importance of Tajweed and Learning with a Qualified Teacher
Reading the Qur’an with proper tajweed means pronouncing each letter and word the way it was revealed, just like the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ recited it. It’s not about sounding perfect—it’s about showing love and respect for the words of Allah. Tajweed helps us avoid mistakes that could change the meaning and allows us to recite […]
Healing Unhappy Marriages: Recognizing the Problem and Rebuilding Together
Many marriages today are unhappy because couples often get caught up in daily stress, poor communication, or unrealistic expectations. Over time, small issues build up and turn into bigger problems, especially when they’re ignored or brushed aside. Some couples stop listening to each other or forget to show kindness and appreciation. The first step to […]
