The Prophet ﷺ described the Ghuraf, the lofty mansions in Jannah as dazzling abodes visible like shining stars in the sky. These dwellings are reserved for those who perfect their faith, uphold piety, show patience, and engage in sincere acts of worship. This article explores their descriptions in hadith, the…
Maintaining family ties—known as Silat ar-Rahim—is one of the most emphasized moral duties in Islam. The Prophet ﷺ warned against severing these sacred bonds and promised Allah’s mercy for those who uphold them. This article explores key hadiths, Qur’anic verses, and explanations from scholars about the importance, spiritual rewards, and…
The Hadith of the Ghurabaa (Strangers) reminds Muslims that Islam began as something rare and will return to being rare again, yet those who remain steadfast will receive glad tidings of Paradise. In this article, we will explore the meaning of Ghurabaa in Islam, the context of the Prophet’s words, and the timeless lessons they hold for today’s Muslims striving to stay firm upon the path of truth. (more…)
Abu Sirmah Maalik ibn Qais (Radia-Allaah ‘anhu) narrated that Allaah’s Messenger (Salla-Allaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said:
“ مَنْ ضَارَّ ضَارَّ اللَّهُ بِهِ وَمَنْ شَاقَّ شَاقَّ اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ”
“Whoever causes harm, Allaah harms him, and whoever causes hardship to others, Allaah will cause hardship to him.”
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This Hadeeth proves two principles of the Shari’ah:
First principle: Retribution is in accordance with the action; good and bad. This is from the Wisdom of Allaah for which He is praised, just like, (more…)
In a profound hadeeth, the Prophet ﷺ warns against excessive questioning and emphasizes obedience within one’s capacity — principles that protect faith and preserve the Ummah from confusion and hardship. This article explains the wisdom behind avoiding unnecessary or harmful inquiries, the balance between curiosity and submission, and how these timeless guidelines shape our understanding of Islamic rulings and daily worship. (more…)
Shaikh Muhammad ibn ‘Abdul-Wahhaab (Rahimahullaah) said in the Chapter: What has come regarding Dhul-Wajhayn (the two-faced person)? And the statement of Allaah, the Exalted: وَإِذَا لَقُوا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا قَالُوا آمَنَّا وَإِذَا خَلَوْا إِلَىٰ شَيَاطِينِهِمْ قَالُوا إِنَّا مَعَكُمْ "And when they meet those who believe, they say: 'We believe,' but when…
Allaah (Ta'ala) says in Surat Al-Hashr (59:10): وَالَّذِينَ جَاءُوا مِنْ بَعْدِهِمْ يَقُولُونَ رَبَّنَا اغْفِرْ لَنَا وَلِإِخْوَانِنَا الَّذِينَ سَبَقُونَا بِالْإِيمَانِ وَلَا تَجْعَلْ فِي قُلُوبِنَا غِلًّا لِلَّذِينَ آمَنُوا رَبَّنَا إِنَّكَ رَءُوفٌ رَحِيمٌ And those who came after them say: "Our Lord! Forgive us and our brethren who have preceded us in Faith…
Ibn ‘Abbaas (Radia-Allaahu ‘anhuma) narrated that the Messenger of Allaah (Salla-Allaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) met some riders at Ar-Rauhaa’. He asked them, "Who are you?" They replied, "We are Muslims." They then asked, "Who are you?" He said, "I am the Messenger of Allaah." Upon this, a woman raised a…