PREAMBLE The word “Islam” does not mean ‘Peace’ as it is often said. Rather, it means ‘surrender’ or ‘submission’. Muslims greet each other by saying ‘Salaam alaykum’ meaning ‘peace be upon you’. Like the majority of followers of other faiths, the majority of Muslims believe in seeking a just and peaceful Read more…
PREAMBLE According to Islam, ‘the first principle established by Islam is that the things which Allah has created and the benefits derived from them are essentially for man’s use, and hence are permissible. Nothing is Haram except what is prohibited by a sound and explicit Nass (Qur’anic verse or clear, Read more…
PREAMBLE Al-khaliq is the creator. It means the one who creates something out of nothing. The name “Khaliq” is one of the names that becomes manifest the most in the realm. For it becomes true in every being that comes out from the darkness of non-existence to the realm of existence. Read more…
PREAMBLE No stories!!! We all know how important this night is!!!! There’s no point wasting any seconds on epistles. Instead, let your pen do the talking… As a writer on this platform, it is expected that you weave your thoughts together and write a mindblowing piece on the aforementioned topic. Read more…
PREAMBLE As obtainable from Islamic history, the chain of prophethood spans through: 1. Adam آدَم 2. Idris إِدْرِيس 3. Nuh نُوح 4. Hud هُود 5. Saleh صَالِح 6. Ibrahim إِبْرَاهِيم 7. Lut لُوط 8. Ismail إِسْمَاعِيل 9. Ishaq إِسْحَاق 10. Yaqub يَعْقُوب 11. Yusuf يُوسُف 12. Ayyub أَيُّوب 13. Shuʿayb Read more…
PREAMBLE ‘Zawaj’ is an ordained phenomenon by Allah (Aazawajal) in the coming together of a man and woman legally in Islam. It is a social contract called ‘Nikkāh’ binding two lovebirds to live as eligible husband and wife. Verily, a good home is pivoted on a couple of things. Topping Read more…
PREAMBLE Human wants are insatiable. The desire of everything good is an inborn trait inherent in the chromosomes of the human genetics. She wants everything good to be hers. Every perfect thing she comes across! She fails to realise that even Allah (Aazawajal) has termed man “a creation who isn’t Read more…
PREAMBLE Ar-Riyyadho is exercise. It is the natural way of extending good health through some physical activities of the body. As Muslims, Ar-Riyyadho, aerobic activities ie, is highly advised for the medics and physiotherapists says it is what brings physical and mental health alertness to the body. For instance, there Read more…
PREAMBLE …You’re an ambassador of Islam. You cannot sleep or rest on your oars. Many people expect a lot from you. They see you as a light to the world. A source of light to others. You cannot deny that fact. Yes, you cannot wait. You cannot stop. You’re a Read more…
PREAMBLE No doubt, Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide. It is a month of fasting, prayer, reflection and togetherness in the community. It’s however unfortunate that the pandemic which had erupted since few weeks back had prevented our regular communal feasting, prayers and religious Read more…