Ten Comments You Will Hear Before Pursuing Your Deen

For anyone who ever thought of growing a full fist-length beard, observing proper hijab and/or niqab, or dressing in an Islamic manner but have not been able to do so, this is a must read for you.  Insha Allah, it may serve to be a source of inspiration for those who wish to pursue Islamic education.  But most importantly, it serves to be a reminder for me and Insha Allah, a means of earning Allah’s pleasure by getting people to practice the Deen in its entirety. … [Read more...]

Nisful Imaan Muslim Marriage Event

Nisful Imaan aims to bring together single Muslim males & females that are sincerely looking to get married. The duty of every Muslim is to be a guardian unto each other, to enjoin good and forbid evil. If you are married, kindly forward this invitation to unmarried friends. After a successful pilot event and due to great demand, Nisful Imaan will be hosting its third marriage event insha’Allah. It's an opportunity for single Muslim males and females to meet potential suitors in … [Read more...]

Orchards of Love – Ar Rihla

Ar Rihla invites you to attend an educational & informative course outlining the steps you need to take towards finding a suitable marriage partner.With exceptionally beneficial content both for the unmarried & married individual,this program highlights common mistakes & relationship problems as well as must-have information for anyone considering marriage. Combining guidelines put forth by the Shari'ah with practical examples from the life of Nabi Muhammad SallAllahu alaihi wa Sallam,the … [Read more...]

Paris Hilton did NOT convert to Islam

Better to nip this rumor now before it spreads even further. Already I received a few emails stating that Paris Hilton has embraced Islam and plans on opening an Islamic School in Beverly Hills! Firstly, they are all reading this article here: http://www.dailysquib.co.uk/entertainment/2636-paris-hilton-converts-to-islam.html A clip from the above link states: JEDDAH - Saudi Arabia - Former American socialite, Paris Hilton has converted to Islam, her spokesman, Ian Brinkham, has revealed … [Read more...]

Fruits eaten by Rasulullah (saw)

The fruits that were eaten by Sayyidina Rasoolullah sallallahu alaihe wasallam are mentioned here. Seven ahaadith are mentioned in this chapter. (188)  Hadith 1: Abdullah ibn Jaafar radiyallahu anhu says, “Rasoolullah sallallahu alaihe wasallam ate Qith’thaa (cucumbers) with dates.” Commentary: Cucumber has a cold effect and dates have a hot one. By combining the two it becomes mild. From this hadith we gather that it is recommended that the effect (hot or cold) of things eaten … [Read more...]

You’ll Know Your Friends in Times of Difficulty

The Messenger of Allah (sallallahu `alayhi wa sallam) said, “Whoever relieves his brother of a hardship from the hardships of this world, Allah shall relieve him of a hardship from the hardships of the Day of Judgement. And whoever makes things easy for a person in difficulty, Allah will ease for him in this world and the Next. And whoever conceals (the faults of) a Muslim, Allah will conceal him in this world and the Next. Allah is forever aiding a slave so long as he is in the aid of his brother.” … [Read more...]

Islamic Artist Showcase: Nazeema Ryklief

Today we showcase the Islamic Art by a very talented reader on MyUmmah. Nazeema Ryklief successfully juggles being a teamleader in the corporate world, a mother to 3 children and a wife. And still found the time to send us these amazing hand painted Islamic works. When asked about what got her started: "I heard about Islamic Calligraphic Art classes available for beginners and joined immediately. I attended 4 classes in July 2009 and was confident to explore the world of art on my own … [Read more...]

Dearest Mom in a Million (Poem)

This poem was sent in by one of our readers, dedicated to her late mother (may Allah grant her & her family highest levels of Jannah and barakah in this world) Dearest Mom in a Million You have provided for us all your life Hardly had the chance for being a wife Dad passes on and left you with us four A dear Father was there no more You taught us right from wrong & reminded us of our Imaan Today, alhamdullilaa we can all recite the Quraan The difficult role of Mother & … [Read more...]