“Alif, Lām, Meem. This is the Book about which there is no doubt, a guidance for those conscious of Allah.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verses 1-2. The first part of the second verse can mean that this revelation is undoubtedly from Allah, the Exalted, and whoever sincerely believes and acts on it will be guidedContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSES 1-2 – PART 1”
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PODNEWS: YOUTH & GANGS
I saw a news documentary a while ago which I wanted to discuss. It reported on the rise of drug trafficking and gangs, especially amongst the Muslim youth. In most cases, the first people that need to take responsibility and prevent this occurring are parents. Unfortunately, many parents point fingers and claim that school teachers,Continue reading “PODNEWS: YOUTH & GANGS”
PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 1, AL FATIHAH – VERSE 7 OF 7
“The path of those upon whom You have bestowed favour, not of those who have earned [Your] anger or of those who are astray.” Chapter 1 Al Fatihah, verse 7. In the previous verse, a Muslim requests Allah, the Exalted, to guide them on the straight path which leads to Paradise. Chapter 1 Al Fatihah,Continue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 1, AL FATIHAH – VERSE 7 OF 7”
PODSERIES: BENEFITS OF TESTS AND TRIALS – PART 1 OF 7
Muslims have been guaranteed to face difficulties and tests throughout their lives. Therefore, it is important to understand some of their benefits and wisdoms so that one can increase their patience and obedience to Allah, the Exalted, during them. The first benefit is that through tests a muslim better understands the infinite power of Allah,Continue reading “PODSERIES: BENEFITS OF TESTS AND TRIALS – PART 1 OF 7”
PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 1 AL FATIHAH – VERSE 6
“Guide us to the straight path.” Chapter 1 Al Fatihah, verse 6. This is a supplication asking Allah, the Exalted, to guide one down the path which is pleasing to Him namely, Islam. This path has also been mentioned in another verse of the Holy Quran. Chapter 4 An Nisa, verse 69: “And whoever obeysContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 1 AL FATIHAH – VERSE 6”
PODHADITH: LOVE FOR OTHERS – PART 1 OF 2
The Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, once advised in a Hadith found in Sahih Bukhari, number 13, that a person cannot become a true believer until they love for others what they love for themself. This does not mean a muslim will lose their faith if they fail to adopt thisContinue reading “PODHADITH: LOVE FOR OTHERS – PART 1 OF 2”
PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 1, AL FATIHAH – VERSE 5
“It is You we worship and You we ask for help.” Chapter 1 Al Fatihah, verse 5. This verse reminds mankind to always act with sincerity towards Allah, the Exalted, both outwardly and inwardly. Outwardly in the form of physical prayer. And inwardly by only relying on His infinite mercy while turning away from relyingContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 1, AL FATIHAH – VERSE 5”
PODTHOUGHT: OBTAINING PEACE
I had a thought which i wanted to share. Throughout the divine scriptures there are many examples which indicate that a person shall be treated according to how they act. For example, in one verse of the Holy Quran Allah, the Exalted, declares that He will remember the person who remembers Him. Chapter 2 AlContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: OBTAINING PEACE”
PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 1, AL FATIHAH – VERSE 4
“Sovereign of the Day of Recompense.” Chapter 1 Al Fatihah, verse 4. After declaring that Allah, the Exalted, is Most Kind and Most Affectionate in the previous verse, the Holy Quran immediately declares that Allah, the Exalted, is the Master of the Day of Judgment. Chapter 1 Al Fatihah, verse 3: “the Most Compassionate, MostContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 1, AL FATIHAH – VERSE 4”
PODHADITH: SINCERITY – PART 3 of 3
The final thing mentioned in the Hadith found in Sahih Muslim, number 196, is sincerity towards the general public. This includes desiring the best for them at all times and showing this through one’s words and actions. It includes advising others to do good, forbidding them from evil, to be merciful and kind to othersContinue reading “PODHADITH: SINCERITY – PART 3 of 3”
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