Ustadh Faizaan Mahmood

Ustadh Faizaan is a regular contributor at Islam21c. He is also the founder of Abqa Institute, which provides on-site and online Islamic education across the globe. Ustadh Faizaan is currently pursuing a BA in Islamic Sciences at al-Azhar University, and has worked as an Imam at Northwich Muslim Centre. He has been studying the Islamic Sciences under the supervision of scholars for over nine years, and regularly delivers sermons and lectures at different mosques in the UK.
56 Articles

Kind Words

4 Min Read

In this piece, Ustadh Faizaan Mahmood goes over the amazing rewards of sharing kind words with those we interact with; this Ramadan, have you offered a warm word to others?

Giving Gifts

4 Min Read

In this piece, Ustadh Faizaan Mahmood touches on an action that can enhance love among one's nearest and dearest; are you planning on giving someone a gift this Ramadan?

Donating Blood

4 Min Read

In this piece, Ustadh Faizaan Mahmood reminds us of the significance of saving lives. On this note, have you ever thought about donating blood?

Offering a Job

3 Min Read

In this piece, Ustadh Faizaan Mahmood recommends that we help others find work during Ramadan and beyond, particularly if we or someone we know runs a business.

Lending Money

4 Min Read

In this piece, Ustadh Faizaan Mahmood calls on us to be more open to lending money to those in need – during Ramadan and beyond – as it may come to our aid on the Day of Judgment.

Leaving off Possessions

4 Min Read

In this piece, Ustadh Faizaan Mahmood argues that seeing ourselves and worldly possessions as travellers could unlock a renewed sense of purpose, especially as we travel through Ramadan.

Cleaning up Litter

4 Min Read

In this piece, Ustadh Faizaan Mahmood shares a rubbish reminder: keeping the streets clean in Ramadan, and how this can bring Allah's forgiveness.

Offering a Helping Hand

3 Min Read

In this piece, Ustadh Faizaan Mahmood touches on a vital subject: being present for family, friends, and other Muslims in their times of need, especially in Ramadan.

Effects of Sharing Knowledge

4 Min Read

In this piece, Ustadh Faizaan Mahmood argues that the best worldly treasure is Islamic knowledge! We must learn how to harness it, especially in Ramadan.

Benefits of Volunteering

3 Min Read

In this piece, Ustadh Faizaan Mahmood shares key benefits of voluntary work, and how rewarding this act of selflessness can be in the month of Ramadan.