For many of us, Eid is a day filled with fun and excitement, as we gather with family and friends to celebrate the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Usually, this day is spent offering prayers in our mosques, having a feast-like meal for lunch or dinner, and giving gifts to our loved ones. This year, like […]

The final days of Shahr Ramadan have been bestowed upon us. The last ten days of this holy month consist of numerous Aamal and supplications to purify one’s soul and endure nearness to Allah (swt). Throughout those final days, seeking forgiveness and reciting dhikr should be maintained throughout this month and after Shahr Ramadan. Maintaining […]

Sayeda Khadija (sa) is known across the ummah as one of the four greatest women of this world and the next. Alongside her is Lady Asiya (sa) wife of Pharoah, Lady Maryam (sa) mother of Christ (as), and Sayeda Fatima (sa) daughter of Muhammad and Khadija (sawa). In today’s blog post, we explore; what makes Sayeda Khadija (sa) […]

Ramadan is one of the holiest times of the year for over one billion individuals around the globe. The Holy Prophet Muhammad (sawa) and the infallible Imams (as) greatly emphasized the benefits of this blessed month and its importance.  Within the Holy Qur’an, the month of Ramadan is referenced as follows:   ‘The month of Ramadan is […]

The holy month of Ramadan is quickly approaching. Ramadan is a month of growth, forgiveness and good deeds, in which we are all are granted an opportunity to reintegrate faith into our lives and strengthen our love for Allah (swt). However, this doesn’t mean that our dedication and efforts start on the first day of […]

Without a doubt, all of us face struggles and difficulties that come and go our whole lives. For many, the struggles are continuous and never leave. We may often find ourselves thinking “why me?” if we reflect.   This worldly life has been designed for tests and trials, and we cannot help but search for a deeper […]

The valour, humility, and sacrifices from some of the best people in history to stand against injustice, Imam Hussain (as), Hazrat Abbas son of Ali (as), and Imam Ali ibn Hussain al-Sajjad (as). The story of Karbala is not just a battle or historical tragedy – Karbala is a movement that has changed the course of history as we know […]

There are many reasons why we should care for our elderly. As our parents, supported us when we were young and vulnerable, they have weathered many of life’s storms, and have wisdom beyond our years. Islam consistently promotes respect and kindness to everyone, especially the elderly.   All life begins with weakness in childhood and ends with weakness […]

In the pre-Islamic tribal period of Jahiliyyah (ignorance), societal ills such as racism were rampant. The enslavement of Black, African and dark-skinned peoples was particularly pervasive – any changes to the laws and practices of slavery were bound to upset the general majority of society. With the dawn of Islam and the prophethood of the last Holy Prophet, many […]