"Surely, the true religion in Allah's sight is Islam" (3:19)
The society that one lives in has a direct effect on one’s life. Hence every person desires for and strives to build a healthy society. Among the aspects that form the bedrock of a healthy society is the institution of Nikah. By means of Nikah one finds solace and comfort which enables one to fulfil one’s duties to Allah Ta’ala. It also provides a lawful avenue to fulfil a basic in-born need. A pure human race flourishes as a result
Read moreJazak’Allah for writing to us regarding your concerns about a brother who is an “absent husband and father”. I would like to deal with this matter at length as Muslims are challenged with many dilemmas and fitna from all directions, and consequences of an absent father need to be addressed. It is noble and commendable to serve Allah Ta’ala’s deen where and whenever possible. However, to serve one’s family and to be consciously involved in the upbringing of one’s children
Read moreThe following lines are a selected translation of a biography of Amir-ul-Hind Maulana sayyid As’ad Madani, written by his eldest daughter, in which she explains how her noble father saw to her upbringing, how he would conduct himself with his children and how he would spare no efforts in seeing to their needs and keeping them happy. On the one hand he undertook the burden of seeing to the needs of not only the nation, but more, yet still found
Read moreChoosing who to marry is one of the biggest decisions in life. In Islam, this choice isn’t based on looks or fleeting feelings but on faith, good character, and finding someone truly compatible for the long term. 4 Reasons for marriage hadith: A woman may be married for four reasons: for her property, her status. her beauty and her religion, so try to get one who is religious, may your hand be besmeared with dust. Sahih Muslim See also: The
Read more“Our Lord! Grant that our spouses and our offspring be a comfort to our eyes, and give us the grace to lead those who are conscious of You” (Furqaan 74). Q: Every human being by nature has an instinct to dispute. This instinct becomes more manifest between the husband and wife, thus leading to marital disputes. How can this instinct be controlled? A. Consider the following ten points to control the instinct of dispute and maintain a happy and successful
Read moreOverlooking the Shortcomings of a Spouse A man came to ‘Umar (رضي الله عنه) to complain about his wife. As he reached his door, he heard Ummī Kulthūm, ‘Umar’s (رضي الله عنه) wife, speaking harshly to him. The man thought to himself, “I intended to complain about my wife to him, but he appears to be afflicted with the same problem I am experiencing.” He turned around and began to leave. ‘Umar (رضي الله عنه) noticed him leaving and called
Read moreIf you don’t give a child the toy he desires he will cry for a short while But if you don’t give him education then he will cry for the latter part of his life. However, if you don’t make him religious he will cry forever in his eternal life after he dies! Shaykh Hasan Ali See also:10 Things you must Not Do with your childHave you Talked with Your Child Today?10 Principles for the Upbringing of Children
Read more10 things Muslim parents should not do with their Child Dr. Hesham Al-Awadi, author of “Children Around the Prophet: How Muhammad ﷺ Raised the Young Companions“ May Allah grant all parents the ability to act on the ’10 things Muslim parents should not do’, ameen.
Read moreBy Mufti Taqi Usmani It is the infant’s vested right to be honoured with a good name. When choosing a name for the child, it should be done with the intention that the child will be blessed with the barakah of that name. Here are some Ahadeeth to show the importance of selecting a good and correct name: Ibne Umar (RA) relates Rasoolullah (Sallallaahu Álayhi Wasallam) as saying: “Truly, the most loved of your names by Allah are Abdullah and
Read moreDua for Children, as they return back to school soon Our Lord, keep our beloved children, our gifts from You, under Your perfect protection. Keep them safe from all harm: known and unknown, visible and invisible. Cover them with Your mercy and envelope them with Your light. Illuminate them so that they may be beacons of hope in their communities. Help them to be good company and to be in good company – to have friends that help them and
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