How to Attain a Sound Heart: Al-Qalb Al-Saleem
Al-qalb al-saleem. A sound heart is free from any blemish, illness, issue. It recognizes life for what it is: A test for the believer, a place to worship and to practice patience while the promise of happiness awaits in the hereafter.
The Meaning of ‘Alhamdulillah’ in Arabic
Learn all about the powerful Arabic phrase “alhamdulillah” including its meaning, usage, and more.
What Does ‘Allah’ Mean in Arabic?
This article will break down the meaning of the Arabic term “Allah.” Read to learn all about its etymology, pronunciation, and more.
The Purpose of Ramadan
In this month of Ramadan, we were aiming to increase our mindfulness of Allah. We were aiming to increase our gratitude. So how is that going to reflect in the rest of our lives? For the rest of these 11 months? What kind of changes will there be in our life from this day forward?
The Last 10 Nights of Ramadan
When it comes to Laylatul Qadr, commonly translated as the Night of Power, the meaning of the word al-Qadr actually has several meanings. The first meaning of al-Qadr is to honor. Laylatul Qadr is a night of Honor. It is the night when Allah honored us with the Quran, when He honored us with the Messenger (pbuh), when He honored us with His book, with His words.
The Meaning of Taqwa
Paradise is prepared for the people of taqwa. Taqwa is usually translated as ‘God fearing’ and in Old English, that is an accurate translation. But in modern English, when you say fear God, then that is no longer taqwa. That is now khauf (Arabic: خَوْفٌ). Fear is not something which Allah wants to give you. That is not the emotion connected to Allah.
What does the Noble Qur’an say about Peace?
By Samuel Gonzalez Introduction In contemporary debates dealing with the subject of religion and violence, it is especially imperative for the followers of the three major faiths - Islam, Judaism, and Christianity - to know their Holy Scriptures. The Noble Qur’an, in...
The Meaning of Surah Al-Asr
A very short, yet comprehensive surah in the Quran is Surah Al-Asr. Imam Shafi, the great scholar of Islam, one of the four Imams, said that if people were to just learn and study Surah Al Asr, then it would be sufficient for them. It’s so short, yet it summarizes what we are here to do.
Coping with Grief and the Loss of a Loved One in Islam
Learn about ways we can cope with grief and the loss of a loved one in Islam according to the Quran and Sunnah.
The Concept of Death in Islam
People tend to fear death because it is an unknown experience. Learn what the Quran and Sunnah say about the concept of death in Islam.