Seasonal Reminders
30 Days to Ramadan: this is why it’s OK to be nervous
Are you excited and ready, or nervous and panicking? Hafiz Sha‘ban explains why both might be a good sign.
An honour to outshine emperors
When Allāh frightens the disbelievers, He provides reassurance to the believers. Transitioning from a frightening scene of anguish and accountability, the chapter depicts the situation of those who expended their moments in…
Summoned to the Final Court
Perfect Justice is seldom achieved in this former life. This is because no matter how meticulously procedures are followed, in many cases, mistakes are made and flaws exist in man-made law itself.…
A Day when the Sky will Shriek
Some see life as fun, joy and games. Others live to 'drink and have fun'. Others gasp for a final break in a sports match before the final whistle, others scratch for…
Who has the right to interpret the Qur’an?
The Qur'ān A book of guidance, revealed by Allāh (subḥānahu wa taʿālā) to his beloved Messenger, Muḥammad (sall Allāhu ʿalayhi wa sallam). A book revealed by Allāh (subḥānahu wa taʿālā) ' sent down…
Rabi al-Awwal & Christmas
From Superstitions into Light Rabi'ul-Awwal is the most significant month in the Islamic history, because humanity has been blessed in this month by the birth of the Holy Prophet Muḥammad (sall Allāhu…
Are Non-Believers Truly Happy?
When is 'this' promise? they asked mockingly and in haste. If it erupted whilst they quibbled and scorned, how much laughter could they exhibit and how many tears will they shed? What…