The Humble Marriage of ’Ali and Fatimah

The Humble Marriage of ‘Ali and Fatimah

'Ali's female servant found out that Fatimah (RA) was ready to get married and that one or more proposals had been made for her....
Test The One You Want To Befriend

Test The One You Want To Befriend

I had friends and close companions whose friendship I was proud of; after some time I noticed that they did not fulfil what friendship...
Indulging The Intellect In Knowing The Creator Will Make One Bask In Loving Him

Indulging The Intellect In Knowing The Creator Will Make One Bask In Loving Him

The more people indulge their intellect in knowing the Creator and witnessing His Greatness, Kindness and Superiority; the more they will overwhelmingly bask in...
Western Education and the Loss of Muslim Identity

Western Education and the Loss of Muslim Identity

So long as Muslims continue looking towards Western civilization as the only force that could regenerate their own stagnant society, they destroy their self-confidence...
The Soul of the Son of Adam

The Soul of the Son of Adam

Ibn Qayyim wrote in his highly esteemed book, Al Fawa’id: "How perfect is Allah! In the soul of man is the pride of Iblis,...
The Loving Crusades

The Loving Crusades

The crusades are a very good example of how a distorted, negative image of the Muslim foe was built so as to help accomplish...
The Lost Art of Family Meals

The Lost Art Of Family Meals

I was reading an article by a virtuous sister on the current materialistic lifestyle that women are subjected to. Women return home exhausted, to...
Umar's Advice to Someone Who Became an Alcoholic

Umar’s Advice to Someone Who Became an Alcoholic

There was a man from Ash-Sham (Syria and surrounding regions) who used to frequent 'Umar's gatherings. When 'Umar (ra) didn't see him for a...
What Does It Mean To Say That Allah Is The Master Of Everything?

What Does It Mean To Say That Allah Is The Master Of Everything?

What does it mean to say that Allah is the Master of everything? It means that your lives are not your property; they belong...
Muslims under Christian Captivity

Muslims under Christian Captivity

In the medieval period considerable numbers of Muslims fell under Christian captivity. Their fate was universally horrific: their mass slaughter was a rule. In...