"Surely, the true religion in Allah's sight is Islam" (3:19)
By Mawlana Faisal Meman How many times has a person been in the situation where he thinks to himself, “What can I do to kill my time?” Or he says to himself, “I’m so bored. I’ve got absolutely nothing to do.” Sometimes, a person spends two or three hours doing something and when finished he thinks back and says to himself, “That was a complete waste of time.” Many of us can relate to any of the above situations, especially
Read more“Virtues of Surah Kahf” by Shaykh Abu Yusuf Riyadh Ul Haq. The hadith related by Hakim and Bayhaqi, from Abu Sa`id (Allah be pleased with him), “Whoever recites Surat al-Kahf on Friday, light shall shine forth for him between the two Fridays”. [Ibn Hajar, Talkhis al-Habir] Hazrat Al Baraa said that when a man was reciting Surah Kahf with a horse tied with two ropes at one side. Suddenly a cloud overshadowed him, and as it began to come nearer
Read moreSurah Al-Kahf (The Cave), the 18th chapter of the Qur’an, is a profound and richly layered surah that offers timeless lessons through four key narratives: the People of the Cave, the owner of two gardens, Musa and Khidr, and Dhul-Qarnayn. Each story explores themes of faith, humility, patience, and divine wisdom. The surah reminds the believers to trust in Allah’s plan, seek knowledge with sincerity, and remain steadfast in times of uncertainty.
Read moreAre you someone who constantly feels overwhelmed, anxious or even depressed? You are not alone in this situation. Mental health has always been openly discussed on all forums of science. Experts have now come to realize how mental health plays an important role in our lives and how it tends to affect our day-to-day routine. There are plenty of medicines that are now easily available to treat any issues regarding mental health and wellness. However, there is one medicine that
Read moreSurah al-Waqiah recited by Qari Ziyad Patel of South Africa
Read moreQuench spirit’s thirst Satisfy soul’s hunger Read the noble Quran Be a part of divine wonder It has wisdom in orders It has knowledge in stories Peace is its message Having solution to worries With its beam wants do not wander With its shadow tongues do not waver Countless are its benefits A witness of Allah’s favor Read it once, twice or thrice It never loses its freshness Strange tales never become old As they stand proud in uniqueness Lives
Read moreConnection with the Quran “The author of a book would be pleased to see you reading it and would pay attention to you. The Glorious Qur’an is the book of Allah سُبْحَٰنَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ, He turns towards the one who recites it and becomes pleased with him.” Hazrat Maulāna Ashraf ʿAlī Thānwī رحمه الله Why is reading the Quran important in Islam? The Prophet (Allah bless him & give him peace) said, “The best of you are those who learn the
Read moreAm I truly grateful for each breath that I take, For each and every moment that I am awake? Do I thank Allah for my restful sleep, And for the dreams that cause me to weep? Am I honestly thankful to the Almighty One, For the early morning mist, the bright, rising sun? During Fajr prayer, I use my soft prayer mat, As Allah’s servant, do I appreciate that? Throughout the day, do I realise, That Allah, All knowing and
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