Surah Ma’un Simplified
Surah Ma‘un (سورَةُ الماعون), meaning aid, is the 107th surah in the 30th juz of the Quran and has seven verses. Two other names of this surah are Ara’at al-Ladhī and al-Dīn. The surah…
Benefits of Surah Fil
Surah Fil, the 105th surah of the Quran, revealed in Mecca, and having five verses, has many benefits. This surah is short and can be easily memorized, especially by kids. Its recitation…
Surah Taghabun
Surah Taghabun (سُورَةُ التَّغَابُن) is the 64th surah of the Quran revealed in Medina and located in juz 28. Taghabun means dispossession, referring to the Day of Judgment, a day when…
The Martyrdom of Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq (Peace Be Upon Him)
Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (Peace be upon him) was born in the city of Medina on the 17th of Rabi' al-Awwal, in the year 83 of the Hijri lunar calendar. His noble father was Imam Muhammad…
Shaking Hands with Women in Islam
Introduction
In today's globalized world, diverse cultures and customs often intertwine, sometimes leading to questions about the appropriateness of specific practices. One such practice…
The Role of Aisha in the Controversial Burial of Imam al-Hassan (a)
*** Please note that the following accounts about Aisha are from Sunni historical books***
Before his martyrdom, Imam Hassan al-Mujtaba (peace be upon him) had expressed his desire to be…
Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib: The Lion of Allah and the Lion of His Messenger
The 15th of Shawal marks the martyrdom of Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib
Men who were graced with the light of existence, beyond count, since Allah the Almighty created Adam until the Day of…
Surah Jumu’a
Surah Jumu’a, meaning Friday, is the 62nd surah of the Noble Quran, revealed in Medina, and located in juz 28. The surah gets its name from the verses that talk about the Friday prayer and…
The Role of Spirituality in Modern Society: An Islamic Perspective
Introduction:
In today's fast-paced world, spirituality often takes a backseat as people focus on material success and personal achievements. However, the teachings of Islam emphasize…
Surah Saff
Surah Saff is the 61st surah in the Noble Quran, revealed in Medina, and located in juz 28. Surah Saff, meaning ranks, gets its name from the fourth verse, which talks about those who fight…