10 Life Lessons We Can Learn From Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)

Life lessons can be found anywhere. Some people look for inspiration and knowledge in the classroom and in books, whereas others seek life lessons by practical application. Many people follow their role models and celebrities. However, in order to truly lead a fruitful life, we need not look too hard for inspiration. A great source…

10 Inspirational Quotes by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)

Inspirational quotes by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), commonly known as Hadith or Ahadith, have long served as a source of guidance for humanity. In fact, these Hadith, or sayings, actions and expressions of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), act as a fountain of inspiration for millions of Muslims worldwide. Such quotes tend to be both simple and practical…

Lessons From The Life of Abu Hurairah (RA)

Often in our haste to look up what Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, we do not pause to take note of who narrated the particular Hadith. More often than not, if we look closely, we will find that the hadith was narrated by Abu Hurairah (RA). After becoming a Muslim, this Companion spent most of his…

Need for Unity in the Islamic World

Unity is one of the basic tenets of Islam, but unfortunately, nowadays we have to talk about the need for unity in the Islamic world, since unity is totally absent. In fact, we as Muslims, tend to have a good understanding and bonding with almost everyone else, except our own Muslim brothers and sisters. Of course,…

The Importance of Seeking Knowledge in Islam

Islam attaches great importance to knowledge and learning. In fact, it is the duty of every Muslim to seek knowledge whenever and wherever possible. In other words, Islam teaches us that seeking knowledge is a religious obligation for every individual.  The Importance of Seeking Knowledge in Islam Anas ibn Malik (RA) reported: [1] The Messenger…

The Muslim Way of Treating Your Neighbors

Being Muslims, we have a duty to be attentive, kindhearted, and loving neighbors, regardless of who lives in our community. Taking both verses from the Holy Quran, as well as Hadiths from our Prophet, Islamic traditions teach us to take care of those around us. Let’s consider 10 verses of the Holy Quran, as well…

In Praise of Our Prophet

Professor Haroun Mustapha Leon, better known as Abdullah Quilliam, was an English scholar who reverted to Islam at the age of 17. He was also the founder of England’s first masjid and Islamic centre — Liverpool Muslim Institute in the year 1889. He travelled extensively, and published several essays and journals related to Islam. In 1894, Professor…

Laylat al-Qadr: The Night of Decree

Ramadan is the most blessed month of the year for Muslims all over the world. Not only was The Quran revealed in this month, but fasting is also prescribed for Muslims during Ramadan. The significance of this month is such that in Surah al-Baqarah, Allah SWT Himself says [1]: Ramadan is the (month) in which was…

Follow The Sunnah: 10 Ahadith About Eid al-Fitr

Now that Ramadan is over, Muslims all around the world will celebrate Eid al-Fitr. In simple words, Eid al-Fitr is the first day of the month of Shawwal. As such, Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan fasting. There are authentic Ahadith that forbid fasting on the day of Eid al-Fitr. So, how does one…

Faith Glued To Hearts

Back in our childhood, we used to be told by our elders of a few predictions of the Prophet (PBUH). They stuck to memory. One of them was that a time will come when barefoot, bareheaded Bedouins will construct tall buildings. Such predictions were usually received with conviction that they “could” happen, but perhaps would…