This article explores the meaning of al-Wafaa’ in both language and Islamic law (Shari‘ah), highlighting its importance as a divine command, a prophetic trait, and a distinguishing quality of the righteous. Through Qur’anic verses, prophetic traditions, and the examples of the Messengers, Companions, and scholars, we will uncover how faithfulness is not merely an ethical virtue but a reflection of true faith (iman) and devotion to Allah. (more…)

This article explores the Islamic perspective on competitions, including horse and camel races, archery contests, and other permissible challenges. You will learn about the rules that make these contests lawful, the historical examples from the life of the Prophet Muhammad (Salla-Allaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) and his companions, and the wisdom behind rewarding skill and effort. By the end, you will understand not only what competitions are allowed in Islam but also how they serve to build discipline, strength, knowledge, and faith—revealing a deeper, often overlooked, dimension of Islamic practice. (more…)

One issue that needs clarification, and concerns which mistakes are made, is differentiating between Salatul-Witr and Qiyamul-Layl (the Night Prayer). There are ten key distinctions between them: Witr is a restricted voluntary prayer, while Salatul-Layl or Qiyamul-Layl is an unrestricted voluntary prayer. Witr is not the best restricted voluntary act…

The materialistic mindset of our contemporary environment, where calculations and tangible measures dominate, has influenced how we perceive acts of worship, including our reading of the Qur'an. Some people assume that the concept of earning ten rewards for every letter of the Qur'an is a rigid and universal rule applied…

Meaning: A Covenant or Instructions to others. Shar’ee Definition: A person's (i.e. the testator) gift – be it a physical item, loan, or benefit to be given out after his death - is provided to the one for whom the will is made, who now owns the gift. It can…