PODTHOUGHT: UNITED FAMILY

I had a thought which I wanted to share. I was pondering over a problem which affects most muslim families. With the passing of time they become divided and lose the strong connection they once had with one another. They are many causes of this but a major cause is the foundation on which theirContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: UNITED FAMILY”

PODNEWS: CHOOSING A DIFFERENT PATH

I read a news article a while ago which I wanted to briefly discuss. It reported on a person who desired to pursue a specific lawful occupation and the difficulty she was receiving from others about her choice, especially from her relatives. It is important to understand that generally when one chooses a path whichContinue reading “PODNEWS: CHOOSING A DIFFERENT PATH”

PODHADITH: EASE AND GLAD TIDINGS – PART 3 OF 3

The last blog was discussing a Hadith found in Sahih Bukhari, number 6125, which advises muslims to make things easy for others instead of making things difficult. And to give glad tidings to others and not scare them. A muslim must remind themself and others of the countless blessings of Allah, the Exalted, and theContinue reading “PODHADITH: EASE AND GLAD TIDINGS – PART 3 OF 3”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 75 – PART 1

“Do you covet [the hope, O believers], that they [the people of the book] would believe…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 75. As the people of the book, the Jews and Christians, living in Medina were familiar with the concept of divine revelation and Holy Prophets, peace be upon them, unlike the idol worshippers ofContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 75 – PART 1”

PODSERIES: SAFEGUARDING SPEECH – PART 7 OF 13

The last blog was discussing the different types of speech a muslim must safeguard themself from. The next danger of the tongue is mocking others. This occurs when one ridicules and highlights the defects of another in order to cause others to laugh and look down at them. This can be done through actions orContinue reading “PODSERIES: SAFEGUARDING SPEECH – PART 7 OF 13”

PODEVENT: LIFE OF THE HOLY PROPHET MUHAMMAD, PEACE AND BLESSINGS BE UPON HIM

The next great event which will be discussed in this blog series is the passing away of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, indicated in chapter 3 Alee, verse 144: “Muhammad is not but a messenger. [Other] messengers have passed on before him. So if he was to die or beContinue reading “PODEVENT: LIFE OF THE HOLY PROPHET MUHAMMAD, PEACE AND BLESSINGS BE UPON HIM”

PODTHOUGHT: RELIGION AND WORLD HAND IN HAND

I had a thought which I wanted to share. Some muslims often claim that one’s faith and the material world need to walk hand in hand with each other without them being extreme in either. It is strange how most of those who claim this and use this statement as a way to enjoy theContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: RELIGION AND WORLD HAND IN HAND”

PODNEWS: CURE FOR CORRUPTION

I read a news article a while ago which I wanted to briefly discuss. It reported on the issue of widespread corruption and how it has infected every social level in most countries. Widespread corruption is quite evident and needs know deep investigation or research to prove its existence. In some cases, it occurs outContinue reading “PODNEWS: CURE FOR CORRUPTION”

PODHADITH: EASE AND GLAD TIDINGS – PART 2 OF 3

The last blog was discussing a Hadith found in Sahih Bukhari, number 6125, which advises muslims to make things easy for others instead of making things difficult. And to give glad tidings to others and not scare them. Another aspect of making things easy for others includes a muslim not demanding their full rights fromContinue reading “PODHADITH: EASE AND GLAD TIDINGS – PART 2 OF 3”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 74 – PART 9

“…And Allah is not unaware of what you do…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah 74 Allah, the Exalted, is fully aware of all things including the inner intention and feelings of a person as well as their outward actions. The muslim who understands this will ensure they not only perform righteous deeds but will do soContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 74 – PART 9”