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This article seeks to outline the revelation in the Qur’an on thankfulness, and discuss its various attributes. It also explains how the believer can become more thankful

Tips for the difference or the similarity between education and culture. What determines illiteracy and non culture.

How do we gain the tranquility of the heart by earning the love of Allah?

Seeking the tranquility of the heart through having a proper understanding about the God and the actual patience in the destiny

{Is He [not best] who responds to the desperate one when he calls upon Him…} (An-Naml 27: 62) For whatever problem we have, whatever difficulty we find ourselves in, we have the most powerful weapon to ward off the pain that plagues us. It is the weapon of du`a’ (supplication). We know with certainty that

Abu Nasr Mohammad Ibn al-Farakh Al-Farabi was born to a noble family in the small village of Wasij, in the province of Farab in Turkestan, in 872 AD (259 AH).

How best can we love the Almighty Allah and make His love reflects in our attitudes and behaviors?

What are the things that bring about Allah's love and make it grow in our heart and thus gives us the real tranquility and faith?

This is a difficult subject to write about. As Muslims, we can get quite emotional and sensitive about our identities. We sometimes think that our particular ‘version’ of Islam is better than others and unfortunately we can sometimes be quite narrow-minded. Often people are naïve about the vast historical, political and social stimuli that impact

What is the meaning of Ikhlas (Sincerity), its essential benefit to the growth of the faith and its effects on the good deeds.

The effect of thankfulness during the moment of hardship in the relation to the verse {And when your Lord proclaimed: If ye give thanks, I will give you more}

How is thankfulness linked to the aim of existence based on the verse {Why should Allah punish you if you have thanked (Him) and have believed in Him}

Tips of the importance of good morals as an essential requisite of Muslim faith.

The article shows how everyone strives in search of happiness and looks for a way to escape worries. It explains the real means of happiness.

How the Holy Qur'an addresses the purpose of life? How it has always presented the reminders to Mankind on how to lead a proper life.

The first months, and in some cases years, for many new Muslims are usually challenging as they are an important transition stage with many things to learn and do...

Very rarely we hear positive stories of inter-religious affairs in the news nowadays. It is becoming a cultural trend that conflict and controversy drive the propaganda for the media, fuelled by politicized “religions,” and even more so between the religions of the people of the Book and Islam. Very rare is the positive coverage between

Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “I have been sent in order to perfect moral virtues (in you).” As I slip into my waning years of life and look back at all the adventures and misadventures I have been privileged to savor, I realize just how centrally important this narration is to appreciate our

Being sure (having yaqeen) means certainty in the Strength of God, in His mercy, in His promise, and in everything that we talked about

Before you can fill any vessel, you must first empty it. The heart is a vessel. And like any vessel, the heart too must be emptied – before it can be filled. One can never hope to fill the heart with God, so long as that vessel is full of other than Him. To empty

Tips for the basic necessities that a Muslim needs in this life journey for him/her to achieve the successful religious stay and the ultimate destination, Paradise

This article examines some examples of Prophet Muhammad's tolerance at the advent of Islam and during its expansion process.

I firmly believe that the love a born Muslim feels for Prophet Muhammad is vastly different to that which a revert feels, at least at the beginning of their journey as a Muslim.

Fasting on Muharram 10, known as the Day of `Ashura’, expiates for the sins of the past year. When the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) arrived in Madinah in 622 CE, he found that the Jews there fasted on Muharram 10 and asked them the reason for their fasting on this day. They

Why do two or more people get into a dispute or argument? There can be several underlying causes or reasons. It usually happens when one person unintentionally wrongs or mistreats another. For example, when someone takes his/her anger and stress at uncontrollable circumstances in their lives out on an unsuspecting scapegoat, hurting the latter in

When the Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammad by the Angel Gabriel, it was revealed in seven Arabic dialects (Al-Bukhari, 442), therefore when different Companions recited there were sometimes slight differences in pronunciation. While Prophet Muhammad was alive, he was able to clarify and resolve any pronunciation disputes. From the traditions of Prophet Muhammad, Umar

The article shows the importance of having a proper trust in God alone and its effect in dealing with sadness and eradicating it.

{It is We Who have sent down the remembrance (i.e. the Quran) and surely, We will guard it from corruption.} (15:9) When God revealed His words of guidance for the whole of humankind- the Quran- He guaranteed to preserve it. One of the ways in which it was preserved was that the men, women and

Being grateful to Allah for His blessings is a behavior that Muslims have to explore during the moments of joy and sadness. It has to be a constant attribute of Muslims.

Smile as one of the behaviours Islam emphasizes on through the teaching of the Prophet Muhammad and his traditions.

A brief discussion oh the Prophet's legacy in relation to forgiveness and his dealing with every one of his opponents with care.

The status of Women in Islam and how they are treated with kindness and gentleness during the life time of Prophet (pbuh).

Some of the Prophet Muhammad (Pbuh) qualities as a best teacher in the world, with an emphasis on his unique teaching methods and styles.

Lessons from the events of Hudaibiyah and its treaty. How the events translated into the true victory for Muslim's camp.

How Prophet Muhammad (Pbuh) was able to change the people’s beliefs, their behavior, their customs, and their social norms?

Are you a new Muslim trying to survive Christmas? Are you feeling lonely, cooping yourself up in your room on Christmas Eve?

{And thus, We have sent to you O Muhammad a revelation, and a mercy of Our Command. You knew not what the Book is, nor what is Faith. But We have made it (this Quran) a light wherewith We guide whosoever of Our slaves We will. And verily, you O Muhammad are indeed guiding (humankind)

Muslims believe the Quran to be God’s final revelation. They believe it is the literal word of God, revealed over many years, to His final Prophet, Muhammad (peace be upon him). The Quran is full of wisdom. It is full of the wonder and glory of God, and a testament to His mercy and justice.

The meaning of patience in Islam and ways of maximizing its level in the moment of sadness and its potential benefits

Muslims believe Jesus Peace be upon him (PBUH) is the Messiah whose birth, ascension, and second coming are blessings and miracles from the Creator of the World. The virgin birth of Jesus (PBUH) was a sign of the Almighty’s unique ability to create that no human being can comprehend even in this age of scientific

In commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Wright brothers’ successful achievement of the first manned, controlled, powered flight, David Tschanz reports on Ibn Firnas’ first glider flight some 1100 years ago. When did man first fly? About 1100 years ago, if somewhat sketchy accounts are true. It was then that the first, albeit short,

The approach of Islam to elevate the human self and get it closer to God is realistic, comprehensive, rational, and direct.

On the occasion of celebrating the International Day for Arabic language, which falls on the eighteenth of December of each year. Experts and academics affirm that, the Arabic language has the flexibility and ability to absorb the developments and transformations of the era, and to meet all intellectual, cognitive and aesthetic challenges. Furthermore, writers, experts

Does a person’s religion make any difference to the way they experience death and grief?

The article demonstrates the importance of five daily prayers in the life of Muslim, how these prayers are related to Faith.

The significant benefits of being grateful and thankful for God's blessings upon His creation.

Thankfulness is a blessed attitude expressed towards others. It is an expression of love and appreciation of others. Thankfulness is not bound to time, place or religion. Everyone says thank you in any language wherever he is and at any time. In Islam, gratitude is given much importance and emphasis. Whenever you ask a Muslim:

Tips on relieving the broken heart and how the attitude of forgiveness can ease a complicated condition.

The article shows the meaning of Kindness to relatives in Islam and how best a Muslim can relate with his relatives with kindness.

A reflection on the psychology of wellbeing through the recitation of Surah Fatiha in Muslim five daily obligatory prayers

For ordinary people, rida or resignation means not objecting to what God has willed for them. For those with a deeper spiritual knowledge of God, resignation means welcoming their individual destinies. For those who live a life of profound spirituality, resignation means that, without paying attention to their own considerations, they are always attentive to

Prophet Muhammad's tradition and activities in the middle of the night with the emphasis on Tahajjud prayer and the calm recitation

Prophet Muhammad's tradition and activities during the night before bedtime with the emphasis on Isha' prayer

Prophet Muhammad's tradition and activities during the sunset period of the day, with the emphasis on Maghrib prayer

Prophet Muhammad's tradition and activities during the late afternoon time of the day, which included observing 'Asr prayer

 Studying the Qur’anic Qira’at (modes of recitation) was a watershed moment in my life, a watershed moment in which my perspectives on life, death, and the afterlife shifted dramatically. It has always bothered me that most Muslims, especially those who are not Arab, don’t know about the Qira’at, which is the Holy Qur’an’s most amazing

The competition to host World Cup has been intense since its first edition in 1930 in Uruguay. It was destined after 92 years of its inception that, Qatar would be the first Arab country and the first country in the Middle East to change the course of the history for organizing and hosting the World

The call to establish prayer with the word Hayya alal Salah in Islam and the reflection on its meaning.

Anyone who reflects on the football game, especially, on the World Cup Championship, would find that, it is a change model that cuts across many aspects of our lives. Therefore, it is important to review our intellectual perceptions and value judgments toward it. The first thing to be noticed here is that, the football game,

Islam has called to practicing beneficial sport and body exercises. The messenger of Allah, Muhammad (peace be upon him) also encourages it as he used to instruct his companions to engage in it for it ensures the strangeness of the body and healthy intellect. On the occasion of the 2022 World Cup hosted by Qatar

When one is researching to find the best traits of an effective counselor, one may not have to go far to find the best traits was in the person of God’s last Prophet, Muhammad (peace be upon him). Naturally, a good counselor must be a living example for those around him. He embodies what he

Surely the most noble of you in the sight of Allah is the most righteous among you. How to achieve this status as a Muslim?

There are many aspects of Prophet Muhammad’s (peace be upon him) personality that are not just admirable in and of themselves, but also exemplary because they highlight his great humility and approachability as a person, despite his high-ranking status as the last messenger of God, and as the indisputable leader of the Muslims. Prophet Muhammad

The article shows how Prophet Muhammad was a thankful slave to the Creator and how his appreciation traits know no limit.

Prophet Muhammad's manner with the Jewish servant explains the importance of mixing with non-Muslims and making them familiar with Islam

This article is about 5 outdoor activities that can improve children’s cognitive skills, act as a digital detox, and also engage them in the worship of Allah. In the age of digitalization, children and teens are becoming more involved in various online activities for education and leisure. Frequent digital engagement increases the dopamine level in

Tips for the better way to learn and reflect on Allah's names and attributes through the constant remembrance of Allah with His good names.

Part of Prophet Muhammad's manners in his relationship with people around him and his communication with them.

Female Circumcision, or more accurately put, Female Genital Mutilation is an oppressive traditional practice that is inflicted upon the female population in numerous countries around the world. Although this custom is often associated with only African or Middle Eastern countries, it is not restricted to these areas and occurs sporadically elsewhere around the world (including

Tips for people who want to reform themselves through self-criticism and the relation it has in the increase of faith

Understanding the concept of tranquility of the heart in Islam and how it was explained by the Prophet (Pbuh)

Muslims who read the Quran with an open heart and understand the meaning of its word have no doubt that the Quran is the Word of God. A non-Muslim approaching the Quran for the first time may legitimately ask: After all, is the Quran the word of God, as it is claimed? By using the

From ancient times, there was a discovery that sport has a positive effect on behaviors; especially at the youth age. Plato, a great philosopher, considered it an influencer in building the personality, and he proclaimed the necessity of engaging in sports and Music for the fighter. Furthermore, the sport remains in people’s memory as one

There is an amnesia in the minds of people about 1,000 years of Muslim, Chinese and Indian civilizations during the period 700-1700 CE. Our educational system largely neglects that, instead of concentrating upon Europe where much of the period is glossed over as containing the Dark Ages and/or Medieval Ages, school syllabi, particularly those of

Indeed, Islam has encouraged exercise and called to practice different types of sports that can contribute to physical and mental growth and the type that would develop a healthy and strong generation.  Regarding the legality of sport and its desirability, Dr. Abdulfatah Idris, a professor of comparative religion in Al-Azhar University said: practicing different types

The preservation of environment in the traditions of the Prophet. Some tips for the believers on how to keep the nature safe.

The article addresses the existence of allegorical verse in the noble Qur'an and the scholars approach in explaining them

The Prophet Muhammad's activities during the noon time including observing the noon prayer.

Part of Prophet Muhammad's tradition and activities during the late morning of the day.

After the morning prayer, people in the mosque draw closer to Prophet Muhammad (Pbuh) assembling around where he is seated. They watch him as the rising sun casts its light upon his face, which is clear and honest. Abdullah ibn Salam, a Jewish convert to Islam and companion of the Prophet, once said: “When I

Just over 21 years ago, I wrote an article for New Scientist entitled ‘Can science come back to Islam?’ (23 October 1980). I was simply articulating a question that was on the lips of many Muslim scientists and scholars. The beginning of the 1980s, with OPEC power at its peak, the Iranian revolution and a

Tips on Prophet Muhammad's skills in communication while considering the psychological peculiarities of the audience.

The importance of kindness to parents and its virtues. Tips on how Islam emphasizes on this issue through the instances from great messengers of Allah.

Analysis of Islamic stance in the Holy Qur'an on human life origin evolution as postulated by scientists.

It is related that Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “The greatest fear I have for my community is a lesser form of polytheism… showing off.” (Ahmad) There is nothing wrong with a believer feeling happy on account of people’s praise. It is only showing off when a person intends to do a good

What is peace and how Islam taught the Muslim nation and the entire humanity to sustain peace in every given situation.

A brief of the Prophet Muhammad's quality in establishing a good communication and dialogue with people.

God Almighty sent Prophets to teach humankind about morality and to clarify the purpose of existence. He also sent these Prophets to create role models for men and women to emulate, to learn from their example and to aspire to be like them. As Muslims we share a common prophetic heritage with our Jewish and

The attention given to sport competitions by the Muslim nation is not in any way less than that of other nations and civilizations. This is because the Qur’anic verses and prophetic narrations that encourage Muslims to practice sport are numerous and explicit. In addition, the Muslim scholars, the Jurists as well as the philosophers realized

The Arab tradition was subjected to research and findings by researchers who presented huge research works that revealed her hidden heritage. However, some aspects of her heritage such as the aspect of sport did not gain attention. This phenomenon partly goes back to the popular thought that it is the Greek that is well known

The Muslim physicians understood the sport and its importance in health preservation, strengthening the body, and disease prevention. They articulated this in their medical literature as they rely on it in their prescriptions. They discussed some sport exercises and stated their benefits to the limbs, as they mentioned the types that fit different ages and

When you watch the Olympic Games, the Commonwealth Games, and a host of other international sports competitions that take place throughout the year, do you ever wonder when and how such games began? Take tennis for example. I too, like many others, love tennis. However, I had never perceived that tennis started such a long

Drinking enough water daily is a simple exercise that brings countless benefits to health, which enhance an individual’s lifespan. Many know the importance of drinking water and its benefits for better health, but how much water does the body need per day? What are the most important benefits of drinking water and its effects on

The duties of Muslim children towards their parents in Islam as they are detailed in Qur'an and the tradition of the Prophet

The review of some studies that show the relationship between sport and mental health, and he effect of sport in improving human mental health

Sport has been in existence within human societies since its inception, and there is no society that doesn’t know one form or more of sport, until sport shifted from being practiced to science and knowledge. In northern Greece, on Mount Olympus, and near the Temple of Zeros, the Olympic Games were held every four years,