Confused between two options and thinking of turning to Istikhara? Here are a few interesting facts about Istikhara that you need to know before you decide to go for it. 1) Istikhara literally means “to seek the good”This world is a confusing place. Many a times we are faced with a
From the Islamic perspective, happiness isn’t something that can be reduced to a fleeting declaration of joy. Rather, it’s a long-running state of eternal tranquility and peace of mind.Simply put, the contentment one feels in this world while anticipating the everlasting bliss of the Hereafter is referred to as true
Tawakkul is an Arabic word that means to trust the Almighty Allah, no matter what obstacles come our way. This concept of trusting in our Maker and relying on Him alone in all our trying, as well as good times, can also be concluded as God-consciousness. Case in point, the Qur’an speaks
Many Muslims all over the world wake up in the dark of the night to connect with Allah (SWT). Tahajjud prayers are performed after Isha and before Fajr (the mandatory morning prayer). Tahajjud means to give up sleep, which is why this prayer is preferably performed during the last third of
There is no doubt that Allah loves those who turn to Him in repentance after sinning. However:Abu Hurairah reported that Allah (SWT)’s Messenger (ﷺ) once said:”When Allah is angry with any servant, He calls Gabriel and says: I am angry with such and such and you also become angry with
Is dream interpretation Haram in Islam?In this article, you’ll find a brief conclusion of what our religion – Islam – says about the topic at hand.To start with, the short answer to the aforementioned question is, without a doubt, a sound “no.” Considering that our Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) never returned the
Indeed, Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala helps those who help His beings.Islam directs us to stay on good terms with our neighbors, setting an example for the rest of the Muslim community worldwide. Our inclusion means the most to those closest to us when we are there with them to celebrate their
All the praises and thanks be to Allah (SWT), the Inspirer of Truth.Today, the topic we’re about to shed light upon is something most Muslims are usually familiar with. However, unfortunately, some of us have been slightly misguided about the concept from the beginning. Our topic of discussion revolves around “the
“Such a person as recites the Qur’an and masters it by heart, will be with the (angels) honorable and obedient (in heaven). And such a person as exerts himself to learn the Qur’an by heart, and recites it with great difficulty, will have a double reward.” – Sahih Al-Bukhari: 4937Indeed,
The word Halal in Islamic Sharia is considered the ultimate stamp of purity, clear of all acts or practices forbidden to Muslims in the Holy Qur’an.In that context, “Halal cosmetics” refer to beauty products free of such additives specifically referenced to as “Haram” for consumption or usage in the religion
