PodSeries: Socializing – 83

I read a news article a while ago, which I wanted to briefly discuss. It reported on how a person is affected by a friend. There are countless examples in the world of how a person inspired their friend to take the wrong path in life which caused them serious trouble, such as prison. OneContinue reading “PodSeries: Socializing – 83”

PodThought: The Highest Rank

I had a thought, which I wanted to share. Islam instructs individuals that the highest status one can achieve in both worlds is that of a servant of Allah, the Exalted. Frequently, when Allah, the Exalted, speaks about the Holy Prophets, peace be upon them, He often refers to them as His servants. For example,Continue reading “PodThought: The Highest Rank”

PodSeries: Socializing – 82

I read a news article a while ago, which I wanted to briefly discuss. It mentioned how some young adults from certain communities ran away from their homes for the sake of what they believed was true love. Muslims should note that a major sign of true love is when one directs their beloved towardsContinue reading “PodSeries: Socializing – 82”

PodSeries: Strengthening Faith – 20

In a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 2305, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, indicated some important characteristics for muslims to adopt. The first is that the best worshipper is the one who avoids the unlawful. This includes avoiding all forms of verbal and physical sins. It includes fulfillingContinue reading “PodSeries: Strengthening Faith – 20”

PodSeries: Socializing – 81

I read a news article a while ago, which I wanted to briefly discuss. It reported on a prominent figure in society who decided to take a step back from the role which came with being a member of his family. It seemed as though he was forced to decide whether to be an activeContinue reading “PodSeries: Socializing – 81”

PodSeries: Strengthening Faith – 19

In a Hadith found in Sahih Bukhari, number 1773, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that the reward for an accepted Holy Pilgrimage is nothing except Paradise. The real purpose of the Holy Pilgrimage is to prepare muslims for their final journey to the hereafter. The same way a muslimContinue reading “PodSeries: Strengthening Faith – 19”

PodSeries: Socializing – 80

I read a news article, which I wanted to briefly discuss. It reported on how one can avoid arguments and instead discuss things in a mature way. It is important to understand that the characteristic of a true muslim is not to argue or debate with others in order to promote themself and their opinion.Continue reading “PodSeries: Socializing – 80”

PodSeries: Strengthening Faith – 18

In a Divine Hadith found in Sunan An Nasai, number 2219, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that all righteous deeds people perform are for themselves except for fasting, as this is for Allah, the Exalted, and He shall reward it directly. This Hadith indicates the uniqueness of fasting. OneContinue reading “PodSeries: Strengthening Faith – 18”

PodSeries: Socializing – 79

I read a news article a while ago, which I wanted to briefly discuss. It reported on the good things a famous person who passed away did and those who praised them. It is important for muslims to understand that when they treat others kindly it in reality, benefits themself. This is because treating othersContinue reading “PodSeries: Socializing – 79”

PodThought: Worldly Faiths

I had a thought, which I wanted to share. One of the major things which separates Islam from all other faiths and ways of life is that it is not a transactional religion. This is when one serves their God or Gods only for the sake of obtaining a worldly thing, such as a childContinue reading “PodThought: Worldly Faiths”