Islam

The Gradual Approach

The Gradual Approach By – Dr. Muhammad b. Lutfi al-Sabbagh Those of us who wish to succeed in calling people to righteousness should follow the Prophet’s example of taking a gradual approach in teaching them the legal rulings of Islam. This approach is clear from the Prophet’s own approach to …

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‘When you smile to your brother’s face’

The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: “When you smile to your brother’s face, it is charity.” This is an authentic hadith. It is related in Sunan al-Tirmidhi (1879) and al-Tirmidhi declared it to be good. It is also related in Sahih Ibn Hibban (475 & 530) and Musnad al-Bazzar. …

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Picture Perfect : According to Intentions

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “Actions are only according to intentions, and a person receives only what he has intended. Therefore, whoever’s emigration is for Allah and His Messenger, his emigration is [truly] for Allah and His Messenger. And whoever’s emigration is for any worldly gain or …

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Friday Khutbah (Sermons) : Entering the New Year

Friday Khutbah (Sermons) : Entering the New Year – by Imam Al-Madinah Al-Munawarrah ‘Abdul Muhsin Ibn Muhammad al-Qasim from the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, on 4 Muharram, 1424 (March 7, 2003) The Transcript:   All praise is due to Allah, Lord of all the worlds. Peace and blessings of Allah …

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