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...]

The Two Destroyers of the Heart

Source: An-Noor Hakim ul Ummah, Hazrat Maulana Ashraf Ali Thanwi (rahimahullah) said: In our day and age, audacity and boldness in committing sins has become widespread, which is a very dangerous thing. There are some sins which people are involved in more than others. People consider those sins as insignificant. One of those detrimental sins is lustful glances. This is such a sin, that let alone the general layperson; even the elite are involved in it. They are involved in this sin in spite … [Read more...]

Mid-Day Napping – Known as Qailulah in Islam

A short mid-day nap (Qailulah) is a Sunnah. The value of this mid-day nap in total body relaxation has been appreciated recently by scientists. Not only does a mid-day nap give relaxation to the body in day time but it is also very conducive to sleep at right. Relaxing once during the day is very conducive to total relaxation and sleep. It should be appreciated that insomnia is a "powerful stress in itself". The Sunnah of short mid-day nap may, therefore, be practiced as a remedy for … [Read more...]