Tag: FIRE
Reflections as my home burnt down
A Muslim family is happy after losing everything in a fire; the unexpected wisdom behind their loss will touch your heart.
Prophet Lūt and a people of immorality
In this part of the Trials Transformed series, we learn about Lūt and his fight against a people engaged in sodomy.
The Strength of Hājar, the Mother of Prophet Ismā’īl
In this part of the Trials Transformed series, we learn about Hājar and her trust in Allah despite impossible conditions.
Prophet Ibrāhīm and his trial by fire
In this part of the Trials Transformed series, we learn about Prophet Ibrāhīm's astounding conviction and trust in Allah.
Things I wish Aaron Bushnell knew
With Aaron Bushnell, one man's self-immolation has immortalised the immovable spirit within all those who oppose oppression.
#NotreDame: Why is it that bricks matter more than bones in today’s secular world?
"The devastation of Notre Dame Cathedral has left me troubled," says Abdul Wahid. Find out why...
[Sh Haitham] Khutba for Eid al-Fitr
This Ramadān has been full of ups and downs for our community. Sh Haitham discusses the victories and challenges this Ramadān in his 1438 Eid al-Fitr Khutba...
London Inferno: A tale of two cities
Laughing with your friends as you walk back from the night prayer. Looking forward to seeing your wife and then eating the suhūr together. Perhaps letting your mind wander to what you should buy for your children’s Eid presents. Suddenly you see hint of a flame in the distance. Your…
“Muslims charities have been aiding since 3am” – Grenfell fire response
Since the tragic event at the Grenfell tower – in North Kensington, West London – began to unfold, volunteers across many Muslim charities began scrambling to help those in need. According to reports from the volunteers involved in this cause, there were volunteers distributing crates of water to the victims…
Remembering Darcus Howe & Ahmed Kathrada
Lewisham Mosque's Imam Shakeel Begg reflects on the lives of Ahmed Kathrada, a contemporary of Nelson Mandela, and Darcus Howe, a leading activist during the Black Panther Movement, and highlights the duty of a Muslim in standing up to injustice, oppression and racism.
