As Muslims, we are fully aware of not eating pork, not to take drugs or alcohol because Allah forbade all of these for us. However, there is something that is prohibited that we show no problem or concern with, devouring Riba (e.g. interest, usury). Engaging in Riba is a major sin that could lead you […]
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The Islamic Golden Age – Inventions and more
In times dominated by global Islamophobia and negative sentiments, do you wonder if the Muslims ever contributed significant to this world? As a matter of fact, contributions from Muslims changed the world for the better. Early Muslims had a laser focus on knowledge and practicing Islam. Talking about knowledge, this factor led them to innovate, […]
Husband and wife in the Quran
The relationship between a husband and wife is beautiful, fulfilling and tranquil. It is a companionship, the yearning of which has been placed in every human heart by Allah Himself. The Qur’an speaks highly of this relationship, which shows us its importance. What Quran says about husband and wife relationships? – “And one of His […]
Which Quranic Surah is for depression?
Depression is a common mental disorder. Globally, more than 264 million people of all ages suffer from depression. Depression is a leading cause of disability worldwide and is a major contributor to the overall global burden of disease. More women are affected by depression than men. Depression can lead to suicide.– Source: World Health Organization […]
6 reminders from the Quran to live by
Let’s begin this with a question – what was the first thing you did a week back? Don’t remember? We are in your league because it is human nature to forget. And if we can forget what happened a week back, we can also forget the purpose of our creation, our Creator (Who we cannot […]
Beauty and Hijab in the Quran
We often hear the argument that Muslim women are not given freedom by their religion. We’ve heard opinion after opinion about how hijab tends to hold back women,how it restrains thor freedom and what not. But hold on? Did we ask Muslim women if they feel oppressed or did we just make those assumptions based […]
5 pro tips to concentrate in Salah
It goes beyond a speck of doubt that Salah is the first deed we’ll be asked about on the day of judgement. The fact that Allah will first hold us accountable for this deed and then evaluate the rest of our actions is enough to emphasize its significance. Pass the first step and you stand […]
3 things to do in Muharram: From the Sunnah
A lot has been said and debated about things to do in Muharram. The month, first in the Hijri calendar is considered sacred by Muslims because of Allay says, “Verily, the number of months with Allah is twelve months (in a year), so was it ordained by Allah on the Day when He created the […]
Reading Quran from an App without wudhu
Life has changed with technology and so has Quran recitation. Today, the Quran is easily accessible on gadgets. Come to think of it, technology has made it easy for people to manage their Quranic recitation on the move. Earlier people had to make time to read the Quran. When they were late to work, they […]
9 deeds which carry the same reward as Hajj
With a pandemic weighing the world down, it might not be possible for everyone to go for the much awaited Hajj pilgrimage this year. This is a saddening fact, given that many of us had been planning for the pilgrimage for a very long time. But what if we tell you that the long travel […]