Allah (SWT) has ordained a certain set of duties and responsibilities upon the believing men and women, which include the rights and duties of husbands and wives. In order to create a balance, both husband and wife enjoy their own well-defined rights in their own capacities, as quoted in the
In the Islamic realm, the institution of marriage enjoins rights upon both the wife and the husband. Islam is a religion of equality and fairness, where no one is superior to another except in their level of faith – nothing more. Even in today’s world, people, especially women, remain unaware
The foundation of Islam rests upon five main pillars, which are obligatory on all Muslims. These pillars lay down the framework for worshipping Allah (SWT) and pose as a sign of pure commitment and dedication to Allah (SWT) and His religion. The five pillars have been highlighted by the Holy
There is a reason Arabic has been selected as the language of Jannah and the language used to convey Allah (SWT)’s Divine word. It has a distinct romanticism to it that has remained unparalleled, establishing the language as undeniably superior. While its beauty is embodied in the way the language
Zakat is one of the five pillars of Islam on which the foundations of the religion stand. It refers to the giving of alms to the poor and needy among the Muslim Ummah. It is obligatory on every adult Muslim who owns a specific amount of wealth and/or savings. The
Surah Al-Baqara is the longest Surah of the Holy Quran and constitutes of some of the most important commandments of the Holy Quran. In terms of its benefits, the Surah has been pronounced by scholars and fuqaha alike to be one that wards off evil and protects Muslims from evil
Paying Zakat is one of the five pillars of Islam, given that one has wealth that exceeds a certain amount. The Holy Prophet (PBUH) and his caliphs (RA) went to great lengths to ensure that Muslims during that time offered their Zakat- there is a reason it is deemed one
“Ramadan is the (month) in which the Quran was sent down, as a guide to mankind and a clear guidance and judgment (so that mankind will distinguish from right and wrong)..” (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:185) The month of Ramadan is one of the most beloved and blessed months in the Islamic
As the last ten days of Ramadan approach us, we must come up with an action plan of maximizing the month’s blessings and rewards. And what better way to do that than to follow the practices of our Holy Prophet (PBUH) and how he used to observe the last ten
In the book of Allah (SWT), the “Night of Decree”, or better known as “Layla tul Qadar”, is described as being “better than a thousand months” (Al Qadr: 3). The majestic nature of this night is contained in these very words- worshipping Allah (SWT), remembering Him or carrying out any
