Category Archive for: ‘General’
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Supplications of Rasulullah Sallallahu alayhi wasallam (I of II)
Supplications of Rasulullah Sallallahu alayhi wasallam (I of II) • Shakal ibn Humayd radhiyallahu anhu said, “Messenger of Allah, teach me a supplication that will benefit me.” He said, “Say: O Allah, protect me from the evil of my sight and hearing, my tongue, my …
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Freedom of Religious Expression in Schools
Freedom of Religious Expression in Schools The Jamiatul Ulama South Africa has been informed of numerous instances wherein learners have faced difficulties in terms of religious expression in schools. Parents are hereby advised that: South African Schools Act 84 of 1996 …
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The Peak of Eloquence part 1
Nahjul Balagha Nahj al-Balagha (The Peak of Eloquence) is the most famous collection of speeches and letters attributed to Imam Ali. Submission to Allah‘s Will is the best companion; wisdom is the noblest heritage; theoretical and practical knowledge are the best signs of …
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THE CRY OF A WIFE!
THE CRY OF A WIFE. O, my husband, I married you in the name of Allah, Most High. I departed from the home of my parents who reared me with utmost affection and care. In trust they handed me over to you. Henceforth …
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The system of Modesty & Chastity in Islam
The system of Modesty & Chastity in Islam Adultery, the worst tyranny on earth: Out of all human follies adultery and rape are the worst human acts which perpetrate injustice and tyranny on the human individuals as well as the society at large. Prophet Joseph …
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THE OUTWARD APPEARANCE OF NABI MUHAMMED (S.A.W) AND HIS LIKES AND DISLIKES.
THE OUTWARD APPEARANCE OF THE PROPHET (S.A.W) Ahmet Cevdet Pasha, an important scholar from Ottoman times, wrote a study that effectively summarized descriptions of the Prophet (saas)’s features. That appeared in Part IV of the Qisas al-Anbiya (Stories of the Prophets), under the heading “Some …
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Illness and visiting those who are Sick
• Ghatif ibn al-Harith radhiyallahu anhu said that a man came to Abu ‘Ubaydah ibn al-Jarrah radhiyallahu anhu while he was in pain and asked, “What is the reward of the amir?” Abu ‘Ubaydah radhiyallahu anhu said, “Do you know that for which you will …
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Earning the Rewards of Haj
Earning the Rewards of Haj All praise is due to Allah and may His choicest salutations continue to descend upon our Master and Leader Muhammad. “Whoever does good shall have ten times the like thereof …” (6:160) Ibn Umar Radhi-Allahu anhu narrates …
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VIRTUOUS DEEDS DURING ZIL HIJJAH
VIRTUOUS DEEDS DURING ZIL HIJJAH By E ISLAM TEAM Importance of First 10 Days of Zil Hijjah The Takbeeraat of Tashreeq Fasting on the day of Arafah(9 Zil Hijjah) Qurbani / Udhiyya IMPORTANCE OF FIRST TEN DAYS OF ZUL-HIJJAH The first ten days of Zul Hijjah …
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Visiting and honouring a guest
Visiting and honouring a guest • Ibn ‘Awn radhiyallahu anhu reported, “They used to say, “Do not honour your guest in a way which will be burdensome for him.” • Abu Hurayrah radhiyallahu anhu reported that Rasulullah sallallahu alayhi wasallam said, “When a man visits …