The Supererogatory Prayers

The supererogatory prayers may be performed before and/ or after obligatory congregational pray ...

How to Be Patient?

Al-Sabr means to restrain oneself from neglecting Allah’s commands, indulging in prohibitions o ...

The Concept of Intercession in Islam- Part 1

This article discusses the matter of intercession in Islam, its requirements and how to underst ...

Ten Reasons to Be a Muslim

Here are ten out of many reasons that will help non-Muslims know about Islam's distinctive poin ...

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How to Convert to Islam and Become a Muslim

The word "Muslim" means one who submits to the will of God, regardless of their race, nationali ...

How to Attain Peace of Mind

How to Attain Peace of Mind, Tranquility, and Contentment?

How can a Muslim achieve tranquility and peace in life, and where does true happiness lie? How ...

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The Meaning of Marriage in Islam

A commitment to one’s partner, to life itself, to society, and most importantly, to God. How ch ...

Prophet Ibrahim & His Journey to Truth

The Story of Hajj: Prophet Ibrahim & His Journey to Truth (Part 2)

No sooner had Ibrahim made the declaration that he would never worship the deities which his pe ...

What Are the Requirements of Sincere Repentance?

Tawbah is an Arabic word which means to return. In the technical usage, it means to return from ...

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Prophetic Traditions: Types & Authenticity

What is an authentic hadith? Is it a revelation from God? How do we determine its authenticity? ...

Yusha Evans: “My Attraction to Islam was the Quran”

Yusha Evans tells his inspiring story of conversion to Islam after a long journey of searching ...

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Why Do Muslim Women Cover Their Heads?

Islam’s code of modesty extends to all aspects of one’s life, including attire. b, the head-cov ...

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Muharram and `Ashura’: History and Blessings

From the blessed months and occasions in Islam is the sacred month of Muharram which includes t ...

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The Hijrah: History and Living Lessons

Hijrah to Madinah, no doubt, kindled the light of hope in the hearts of the early Muslims who s ...

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`Ashura’: History and Significance

What do you know about `Ashura’ ? Why is fasting on that day of great merits in Islam? What di ...

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First Muslim Community in Madinah & the Groundwork for Hijrah

Twelve people from Yathrib pledging allegiance to the Prophet that they would worship only the ...

Hijrah: Migration for Peace

It was when Prophet Muhammad began calling people to Islam after the revelation came to Him. He ...

Hijrah: Perfect Planning and Reliance on Allah

Tawakkul (putting your trust in God) along with observing worldly material means is the compone ...

Shirk Its Meaning and Punishment in Islam

Shirk: Its Meaning and Punishment in Islam?

Committing shirk is the greatest major sin. Why? What is shirk? What does Allah say about it in ...

Excellence of the Five Pillars of Islam

Islam encourages its followers to start, step by step, to learn those teachings so that they ca ...