Is it true that mankind today has reached such a level of progress that they have no need of the Messengers and their teachings? Are humans capable today of guiding themselves without referring to the methods set out by the Messengers? The answer is No. Mankind needs to know the Messenger, and the Message he conveyed. They have to believe in what he said and obey him. The only way to achieve happiness and success in this world and in the Hereafter is to follow the Messenger. By following the Messenger, … [Read more...]
Hijab makes a return in Tunisia by Yvonne Ridley
January 21, 2011 By
Something really wonderful happened outside the Tunisian Embassy in London the other day as a crowd of us gathered to continue the demand for justice in the people’s revolution. I was standing next to a woman, and, with tears in her eyes she revealed she had been inside the embassy that morning to get passports for herself and her family. Her face looked vaguely familiar but I could not remember where we had met previously.Just a few weeks ago she would not have been allowed to put one foot over … [Read more...]
Free Audio: Muslim Spain’s Legacy by: Abdullah Hakim Quick.
January 20, 2011 By
In the year 1000 A.D, Cordoba, Spain (formerly known as Al-Andalus) was the largest city on earth. It contained hundreds of libraries, schools and universities. Scholars from Europe, Africa and the Middle East flocked to this enlightened center of civilization and knowledge. The city streets were lit up for miles in any direction and running water was available in every quarter. What was the real story of this vibrant society?This dynamic lecture presents an overview of the development of Islamic … [Read more...]
Understanding Nasihah
January 19, 2011 By
I always used to think that nasihah literally meant to give advice because that’s how many of us use the term. Apparently, I was wrong: Abu Raqiyyah Tamin bin Aws ad-Dari radi Allahu `anhu, may Allah subhanahu wa ta`ala be pleased with him, narrated that the Prophet s.a.w. said: “[Islam] is an-nasihah.” We said, “To whom?” He said, “To Allah, to His book, to His messenger, the leaders of the Muslims and to the general populous of the Muslims” (Muslim). Upon reading this hadith (saying … [Read more...]
Palestinian Docu-Film Screening: “Inshallah Beijing” 28 January 2011
January 17, 2011 By
"God willing, we’re going to the Olympics in Beijing." With those words, a small team of athletes in Palestine prepare to compete at an event they aren’t sure they will get to: the 2008 summer Olympic Games. Ghadir dreams that, at last, someone will buy her running shoes. Nader trains while hoping that a missile doesn't land on him. Zakia hasn't got a permit from the military authorities to get to the swimming pool. They leave Jericho in July 2008, hoping to take part in the Games. Inshallah, … [Read more...]
The Sacred Treasure – Ar Rihla Tafseer Course Online
December 17, 2010 By
The Sacred Treasure - www.rihla.co.za ENROL NOW! "This (Qur'aan) is a (clear) declaration for mankind, and guidance, and a lesson for the God-fearing." (Al Qur'aan 3:138) Islam is a religion founded on divinely revealed principles. In order to understand these principles and the application thereof, one must first be acquainted with the Sacred Texts from which Muslims draw moral, spiritual and religious guidance. The world over, Muslims are approaching the Divine Word of Allah Ta’ala … [Read more...]
Cape Town’s biggest Islamic New Year event
December 13, 2010 By
Habibia Soofie Masjid, the oldest mosque on the Cape Flats and the largest masjid in Cape Town, will be commemorating the Islamic New Year (1432) by hosting its annual Muharram programme from December 15 to December 19, 2010. With the Islamic New Year coinciding with the end-of-year festive season, Habibia Soofie Masjid aims to educate the community about the auspiciousness of Muharram by reflecting on the significant religious and historical events which took place during the month. They will … [Read more...]
How the Muslims Killed Dracula
December 10, 2010 By
Born in the Ottoman Principality of Wallachia, Romania in 1435 AD, he was known as Radu al III-lea cel Frumos to his Romanian countrymen, Yakışıklı Radu Bey to the Turks, Radu al-Wasim to the Arabs, and Radu the Handsome in English. This ally and childhood friend of Sultan Mehmet II was instrumental in the conquest of Constantinople for Islam. Radu’s participation in that conquest ensured that Mehmet II would go down in history as “Fatih,” or “Conqueror.” Radu was the Ottomans’ secret … [Read more...]
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