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  Just mention the word ‘Ramadan’ and Muslims around the world light up.  There’s a feeling of excitement and anticipation. People just can’t wait until it arrives.  For some, there’s actually a countdown to the first day.  Try explaining this eagerness to an average non-Muslim and they feel totally bewildered.  …

Every month, the full moon brightly adorns the night sky with a resplendent glow. At first glance, we recall that its fullness signifies the middle of the lunar month. Pondering over the beauty of this creation is one thing, but a slightly longer gaze may also remind us of some …

Friday Khutbah (Sermons) : Competing for the Hereafter – by Imam Al-Madinah Al-Munawarrah ‘Abdul-Bari ibn ‘Awad ath-Thubayti from the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, on 22nd Ramadan 1421AH The Transcript: All praise is due to Almighty Allah Who has made Ramadan a month of plentiful reward. I thank Him for favoring …

Important Lessons to be learnt from Ramadan Source : Al-Istiqaamah Magazine, Issue No.5 ,Jan 1997 Allah – the Most High – said: “The month of Ramadan in which the Quran was revealed, a guidance for mankind and clear proofs for the guidance of the Criterion between right and wrong. So …

“We have indeed revealed this (Message) in the Night of Power: And what will explain to thee what the night of power is? The Night of Power is better than a thousand months. Therein come down the angels and the Spirit by God’s permission, on every errand: Peace!…This until the …

Abu Huraira (RA) reported: The Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) asked: “Do you know who is poor?” The Companions of the Holy Prophet replied: “O Messenger of Allah, a poor man amongst us is one who has neither dirham with him nor wealth.” He (the Holy Prophet) replied: …

Spreading the Good News of Ramadan Author : ‘Abdullaah Ibn Saalih Al-Fawzaan Source : Ahaadeeth As-Siyaam: Ahkaam wa Adaab (pg. 13-15) Abu Hurairah reported that the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said: “Ramadan has come to you – a blessed month. Allah has made it obligatory on you to …

Increasing Our Knowledge in Ramadan Source : Islamonline, written by Altaf Husain – Social Worker — USA Among the greatest blessings of Ramadan is that it introduces a routine that has direct spiritual, physical, and, yes, intellectual benefits. Think about it. When do you think more clearly? When your stomach is …

Ajwa Dates Keep Away Harm, Poison And Magic Ajwa is a soft dry variety of date fruit from Saudi Arabia. It is cultivated at Madinah Munawwara. A delightfully soft and fruity date with fine texture. Narrated by Saud; the Messenger (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, “If Somebody takes seven ‘ajwa dates …

Ramadan means “excessiveness of heat.” It is a great and blessed month where Allah has made it compulsory for fasting. It is a month of patience and reward. It is a month of sympathy with one’s fellowmen. And a month where a believer’s faith is increased. The month of Ramadan …