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There were too many Companions to give an accurate figure of them all but estimated around 114,000.

Zayd ibn Thabit became an official interpreter and translator for the Prophet and the scribes.

The article has the list of collection of Hadith.

Once we recognize this spiritual core of our personalities, we could change our whole perspective on life.

The rapid shift from obeying Allah in Ramadan to disobeying Him has reasons.

Muslims have prepared for the fast, and they enter into it with their whole mind and body.

If Ramadan has passed and a person has regretted wasting it, the chance of repentance is still there.

In the holy month of Ramadan, one should do one’s best in observing Allah’s teachings.

A global Islamic calendar can be published by precalculating the presence of the Al-Hilal (the first visible crescent moon on earth).

There is this fallacious belief that gives rise to such an exaggerated notion of no sahur when fasting.

Ten means of keeping on doing good deeds after Ramadan and actualizing the lessons learnt from during Ramadan

Watching TV and videos has become the most popular modern pastime for young people. Business people have made good use of this and are continually producing more and more exciting, enthralling films. We can sit down to a smorgasbord of soap operas, live talk shows, scary films, horror films, science-fiction films, action films, old black-and-whites,

Food intake should not be excessive therefore preventing us from our duties to ourselves, each other and God.

Many benefits, in addition to the spiritual, result from completing this prescribed period of fasting.

The shift from obeying Allah in Ramadan to disobeying Him after Ramadan has its reasons.

Having a guided heart is the basis of all guidance, the secret of all success, and the core of every action.

Joy and sadness are the feelings all people experience. A Muslim combines them in obedience to God.

Discourse on hijab is often accompanied by a list of dos and don’ts that women are supposed to follow.

The dualism between the body and the soul is very clearly evident in the physical world. The body is subservient and the soul is in charge; however, both are indispensable. It is just that the soul is the master while the body is the obedient servant. People have a habit of letting themselves become fully

Muharram is the first month of the Islamic, Hijrah calendar. It is one of the four sanctified months about which Allah says, “The number of months in the sight of Allah are twelve (in a year). So ordained by Him the day He created the heavens and the earth; Of them four are sacred: That

Ramadan is a school of faith and a ‘stop to recharge one’s spiritual batteries’.

From a historical angle, all of the events and celebrations of Islamic history are recorded in the Hijra Calendar

The Muslim calendar, based purely on lunar cycles, was first introduced by the second Caliph, `Umar ibn Al-Khattab using the event of Hijra

`Eid Al-Adha is a major religious event in the lives of Muslims. Usually, communities celebrate this occasion over a period of several days.

Indeed, there are many causes behind naming months of the Islamic calendar as such. In what follows we will try to shed some light on some of those causes: 1. Muharram: is named so because the Arabs used to prohibit fighting during it. 2. Safar: is named so because the Arabs used to leave their

In the ninth year after Hijrah, following the Prophet’s return from the battle of Tabuk, he appointed Abu Bakr a number of Muslims to Hajj

When a pilgrim reaches the Miqat and embarks on uttering Talbiyah, he feels himself answering the call of the Almighty and fulfilling His obligation. There is a mixed feeling of hope and fear in his heart. There is also a feeling of utter surrender and dependence on Allah. Sufyan Ibn `Uyaynah said: “Ali Ibn Al-Husain,

The purpose of fasting is not to make us hungry and thirsty, or to deprive us some of our comfort but its purpose is to learn taqwa

Worship sets aright our relations with our Creator, with our own selves, with our families and with others.

The article reflects the unique legacy of Ibrahim and his sons, Mary and her son Jesus, and the legacy of Muhammad (Pbuh).

In Eid, Muslims gather together, sensing the deep belonging to this Ummah and this religion.

Eid is not simply a matter of celebration and joy. It is also a chance to share the feelings of those around us.

We are expected to remember on each Eid the following things we mention in this article.

This article discusses a detailed ruling concerning Eid.

This article contains a list of what a Muslim should do on the day of Eid.

This article has a list of mistakes people do on the day of Eid.

Congratulation on the blessed Eid! May Allah make such occasions a continuous joy for all Muslims! O my beloved, this isEid; it is the day of joy, delight, and purity. Allah says: [Say: In the bounty of Allah and in His mercy therein let them rejoice. It is better than what they hoard] (Yunus 10:58).

Mount Uhud is located north of Madinah. Uhud has an attractive look. The Prophet loved and felt relieved on seeing it.

The article contains different fabricated acts to be done before the Ihram.

The point we should ponder over is why Allah and His Messenger granted Hajj so much importance.

Ar-Ramal is the ritual where male pilgrims are required to walk briskly in dignity.

Hajj is a divine ordinance that brings to the Muslim nation the need and importance of unity.

Halq means the complete shaving of the head by the male pilgrim on the 10th of Zul Hijjah.

One should know that this place was always trodden by Allah’s Prophets, peace and blessing be upon them all, who used to adorn and worship Allah there. This act of worship was inherited by all Muslims all over the world in a way to follow the Sunnah of Allah’s  Prophets, peace and blessing be upon

Of the 99 beautiful names of Allah, it is Ar-Rahman and Ar-Rahim that we use most frequently in our prayers and du`aa’. Ar-Rahman and Ar-Rahim are both derived from the same Arabic root word, rahma, meaning “mercy, compassion.” Pickthall translates Ar-Rahman, Ar-Rahim as “the Beneficent, the Merciful,” and Yusuf Ali says “the Most Gracious, the

The pilgrim spends the whole day walking towards Mina. In order for him to have some rest and to relieve himself, the Divine Legislator (Allah the Almighty) prescribed for him spend the night in Muzdalifah as a sign of mercy and pity for his labor all day long. It is a fact that Islam is

Those whom Allah favored to perform Hajj and `Umrah, should be thankful to Allah, Glorified and Exalted be He, Who has chosen them from among His servants to perform these acts of worship, and they should implore Almighty Allah to accept their good deeds. That is very important, for it reflects their belief that being

How to protect yourself from the whispers of Satan? How to repel his continuous attempts to ensnare you? How to guard your faith against his malicious tricks? Imam Ibn Al-Qayyim recommends the following ten shields in your ceaseless war with Satan:     1. Seeking refuge with Allah from Satan. Allah the Most High says,    

Visiting Madinah is not a rite of Hajj or `Umrah, but the unique merits of the Prophet’s city and his mosque attract every pilgrim to visit it. Muslims’ hearts are always drawn to the city that witnessed the construction of the edifice of Islam and from which the shining rays of the message spread. Muslims

When one’s supposed-to-be good deeds are not accepted, the loss in this world and the Hereafter is manifest!

Khutbah of 'Eid is a source of inspiration but it gets squeezed in between salah and celebration.

The following are not authenticated actions during Sa'i between Safa and Marwah.

The following are not authenticated regarding going to or staying at Muzdalifah.

These are myths about Hajj and Tawaf listed; they are not authenticated.

This consists of specialized terms relating to Hajj with their meanings.

All Muslims who fulfill certain conditions must perform Hajj at least once in their lifetime.

It is recommended for Muslims to visit the Mosque of the honorable Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him). People usually visit it either before or after performing pilgrimage. During this visit, people make some of the following mistakes: 1- Some people rub the walls and the steel plates of the Prophet’s tomb, believing that

Some mistakes that have to be avoided by the pilgrims on Eid day.

When a value decreases due to familiarity, such thing no longer receives hospitality.

To this day, millions upon millions of Muslims continue to answer the call of Prophet Abraham. How?

The opportunity that comes with the First ten days of Dhul-Hijjah is so vital and can be compared to earning the "bonus marks" offered to us.

The first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah have been singled out especially for great merits and excellences like no other days in the Islamic calendar

Here is the list of some mistakes in form of innovation (Bida'h) which some pilgrims make during the standing on Arafah.

There is no day better than the Day of `Arafah. On this day, Allah descends to the nearest heaven.

This article discusses matters relating to women and Hajj. It is in question and answer form.

Muslims must make greater efforts to understand tawheed - worshipping Almighty Allah alone.

The article consists of different questions and answers relating to Hajj.

The meaning of (an accepted hajj), its conditions and the evidences that show the virtues of hajj in Islam.

`Eid Al-Adha falls on the 10th day of the 12th month (Dhul Hijjah) of the Islamic calendar. This is the day when the pilgrims gather in Makkah by the millions come, after having completed many of the essential rites of Hajj, out of ihram and out of the restrictions that go with ihram (e.g. the

Report for the year 2000 ranked the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 26th.

Pilgrimage is an allegory of human life on earth. It's a way man tries to connect to the Ultimate Reality.

Repentance, once accomplished, will undoubtedly wipe out sins, and guarantee a clean record.

All the rituals of hajj are actually related to the life and example of Prophet Abraham and his family. Muslims in Hajj work to emulate this family.

The Day of Arafah is an excellent time to repent. While Eid Al-Adha combines two great acts of worship, salah and sacrifice.

Here is the reflection of the writer on his Journey to Makkah for Hajj. He shows how Hajj is a time for Sabr (patience).

Islam’s stance on what is permissible to eat and what is not is clear. There are strict rules when it comes to meat regarding what is allowed and what is forbidden. In Surat Al-Maida (The Table) Allah says: “Forbidden to you [for food] are: Al-Maytatah (the dead animals -cattle-beasts not slaughtered), blood, the flesh of

The term "halal meat" is in danger of becoming a term for commercial profit.

There are means in Islam that strengthen a person's connection with God, one of which is Hajj.

The first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah is a season of worship that brings many benefits and opportunities.

Repentance (Tawbah ) means that one feels regret and filled with remorse for his or her sins.

This article is about the benefits of the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah.

Muslims are bound together, in heart and in spirit. This unity is the means of our strength.

The article explains what is to be done with our sacrificial animal after slaughtering.

The article covers several versions of the story of Ibrahim and how he arrived in Makkah and how he raised the foundations of the Ka`bah.

It is a sunnah to leave for Arafah after the sunrise of the 9th day of Dhul-Hijjah. This is while uttering takbir, which is saying: Allahu Akbar (God is the Greatest), tahlil, which is saying: la ilaha ila-Allah (there is no God but Allah) and talbiyah, which is saying: labbayka Allahumma labbayk. The importance of

Indeed, these days are the most excellent of all the days with Allah, the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah.

Sacrifice is testing the sincerity of our faith; We will not be left alone after we say that we are believers.

`Eid is an expression of the testimony of faith. if you truly desire Paradise, all that is required of you is obedience

True `Eid requires us to be cheerful. We should congratulate one another on its comings and put sorrows away.

`Eid, in Islam, is a day of joy, thanksgiving, worship, brotherhood, solidarity, and morality. A Muslim should take the advantage of this day to bring himself nearer to Allah, Most High. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: “Every nation has its festival, and this is your festival.” Here, he referred to the

One should know that this place was always trodden by Allah’s Prophets, peace and blessing be upon them all, who used to adorn and worship Allah there. This act of worship was inherited by all Muslims all over the world in a way to follow the Sunnah of Allah’s  Prophets, peace and blessing be upon

Ar-Ramal is the ritual where male pilgrims are required to walk briskly with their chests thrust forward and with their shoulders rolling slightly during the first three circuits of Tawaf ul-Qudum (Arrival Tawaf). Ladies are not required to practice Ramal. Ar-Ramal was prescribed for Muslims as when they carry out this ritual they look like

Hajj (Pilgrimage) intention and rites can be observed through the three ways of Ihram. These ways are available to ease the rites on the pilgrims

You cannot gather the full and real blessings and treasures of the Qur'an unless you devote yourself to understanding its meaning.

Tips on the best ways to explore the virtues of Dhul-Hijjah and benefit from the special favors Allah bestowed in this month.

People thought it was impossible to go around the world in 80 days. So what would they think about making that trip in only one day? Well, it is possible on the day of Arafah, the essence of Hajj. Taking a look around at all the pilgrims standing on the Mount of Mercy on the

Eid Al-Adha has unique meanings that implant in the Muslim's heart the spirit of sharing and caring.

In Eid, social manners should be highly respected in a way that pleases others and does not hurt anyone.

How do you plan to spend your Eid Day? Here are some tips on its celebration and sharing.