Imam Ahmad recorded that Ibn ‘Abbas said, “A group of Jews came to Allah’s Prophet and said, ‘Talk to us about some things we will ask you and which only a Prophet would know.’ He said, ‘Ask me about whatever you wish. However, give your pledge to Allah, similar to …
Read More »There is no honour except by Islam
The Leader of the Believers, Umar bin Al-Khattaab (May Allah be pleased with him) said: “We are a nation whom Allah has honoured by Islam. Whenever we seek honour through other than it, Allah will humiliate us. There is no honour except by Islam, and there is no affiliation except …
Read More »The stance of Ahlus-Sunnah with regards to Yazeed, the son of Mu’aawiyah
The belief of Ahlus Sunnah and the Scholars of the Ummah is that Yazeed, the son of Mu’aawiyah, should not be insulted nor loved. This is due to the following. Saalih the son of Ahmad bin Hanbal (may Allah have mercy upon him) said, “I said to my father: “Some …
Read More »Inspiration: Islam and Racism
Episode-12 (final episode – Season 1) from the amazing Inspiration Series by Mohamed Zeyara. [youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ukfzk0sDT-w] Islam does not pay attention to differences in colour, race or lineage. All people come from Adam, and Adam was created from dust. In Islam, differentiation between people is based on faith (eemaan) and piety (taqwaa), …
Read More »Inspiration: Mercy to the world
Episode-11 from the amazing Inspiration Series by Mohamed Zeyara. Allah says in the Quran: “And by the Mercy of Allah, you dealt with them gently. And had you been severe and harsh-hearted, they would have broken away from about you; so pass over (their faults), and ask (Allah’s) Forgiveness for them; …
Read More »Inspiration: Responsible for your Flock
Episode-10 from the amazing Inspiration Series by Mohamed Zeyara. Allah says in the Quran: “O you who believe! Ward off from yourselves and your families a Fire (Hell) whose fuel is men and stones,” [Quran, 66:6] [youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=20Ny9GJWvVo] Abdullah bin Umar reported that the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, …
Read More »Inspiration: Islam and Terrorism
Episode-9 from the amazing Inspiration Series by Mohamed Zeyara. Islam is a peaceful religion because Allah, may He be glorified and exalted, has called Himself as-Salaam (the One Free from all defects; this word also means ‘peace’), and Islam is His religion that He has approved of for mankind. Allah, may He …
Read More »Inspiration: Do Not Belittle One Another
Episode-8 from the amazing Inspiration Series by Mohamed Zeyara. Allah says in the Quran: “Verily, the most honourable of you with Allah is that (believer) who has At-Taqwa [i.e. one of the Muttaqun (pious).” [Quran, 49:13] [youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2TXjsSpz_LM]
Read More »Inspiration: Be counted amongst the Truthful
Episode-7 from the amazing Inspiration Series by Mohamed Zeyara. “O you who believe! Be afraid of Allah, and be with those who are true (in words and deeds).” [Quran, 9:119] [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=htppeq3DtEg] Narrated by ‘Abdullah ibn Masood that the Prophet (peace be upon him) said, “Truthfulness leads to righteousness, and righteousness leads …
Read More »Inspiration: Men are from Makkah, Women are from Madinah!
Episode-6 from the amazing Inspiration Series by Mohamed Zeyara. [youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAc7OJE_txs]
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