Umar (RA) And The Monk

Umar (RA) And The Monk

One day, upon passing by the monastery of a monk, 'Umar (ra) called out, "O monk!" at which point the monk appeared ." ‘Umar...
Breaking The Desire of the Stomach and the Private Parts

Breaking The Desire of the Stomach and the Private Parts

The desire of the stomach is of the greatest of the destructive vices, and it is what caused Adam (AS) to be expelled from...
The Sincerity of Abu Bakr As-Siddeeq (RA)

The Sincerity of Abu Bakr As-Siddeeq (RA)

The Prophet's exemplary training of his Companions can clearly be discerned in the actions and character of Abu Bakr As-Siddeeq (ra). When Abu Bakr...
Uniqueness of the Companions

Uniqueness of the Companions 

The Companions of the Holy Prophet ﷺ were unique in the sense that religion, morality, social dynamism, politics, (i.e. all the diverse requirements of a civilized society) were mirrored in the most beautiful colours in their lives. There was no schism, no corroding lack of integration in their souls. Because of this, they were ideally suited to operate as stewards of humanity.
Some Observations On Hinduism

Some Observations On Hinduism

Unity of God Hindus' belief in God is contradictory. While they believe in and worship many gods and goddesses, they at the same time profess...
The Key To Attaining Taqwa

The Key To Attaining Taqwa

Ibn Juzayy al-Kalbi states that the key to attaining taqwa revolves around ten matters. If a person takes these matters seriously the result should...
Things That Corrupt Sedentary Culture

Things That Corrupt Sedentary Culture

"Among the things that corrupt sedentary culture, there is the disposition toward pleasures and indulgence in them, because of the great luxury (that prevails)....
How to Discipline Children and Develop Their Character

How to Discipline Children and Develop Their Character

KNOW that the way in which young children are disciplined is one of the most important of all matters. A child is a trust...
A Glimpse into Pre-Islamic Arabia

A Glimpse into Pre-Islamic Arabia 

The pre-Islamic Arabs possessed certain natural virtues that marked them out in their contemporary world. They were unrivalled in eloquence and in the skillful...
Different Categories of Hindu Deities

Different Categories of Hindu Deities

Hindu deities are grouped under different categories based on their locality, physical features, character, vehicles, favourite arms, etc. Some of these groups are as...