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It is reported by Sayyidina Abu Hurayrah RA that the Messenger of Allah was asked to invoke curse on the polytheists. The Prophet (PBUH) said, “I have not been sent to curse anyone but i have been sent as a mercy (for all).” (Muslim) Explanation: The Holy Prophet (PBUH) refrained …

The words we speak are neither meaningless nor without affect. As we exercise our freedom, by speaking as we please, we consequently affect others and therefore ourselves. This affect can be positive or negative, depending on the intention and the words sent forth. Everything we say and do in life …

There is another important aspect that Muslim scholars have traditionally considered the greatest miraculous aspect of the Quran, this is the linguistic miracle. Muslims and non Muslims alike acclaim that best Arabic literature available on the face of the earth is the Glorious Quran. Its language is rich, noble and …

The different forms of lying – – A bint Abdulla “So you see,” said Hamza’s father as he finished reading the storybook, “A Muslim never lies and always tells the truth. That’s what Islaam teaches us.” Just then, the telephone bell rang sharply in the house. As little Hamza ran …

from MuslimWritings Do men think that they will be left alone on saying, “We believe.”, and that they will not be tested? (Quran 29:2) Allah uses every aspect of our lives to test us–even down to the innate biological urges He instilled in us.  We must eat to live, but …

Common Errors in Prayer That MUST Be Avoided:- 1. Reciting Surat al-Fatiha fast without pausing after each verse. The Prophet (Salallahu Alayhi Wasallam) used to pause after each verse of this Surah. (Abu Dawood) 2. Sticking the arms to the sides of the body, in Rukoo’ or Sujood, and sticking …

Some Muslims today often display an admirable zeal in applying some parts of Islam that may not even be obligatory while they take on a complacent, self-satisfied attitude with respect to the essentials of the Deen. In one particular area, this results in Muslims stealing. The Prophet sallAllahu alayhe wa …

Once, a person was verbally abusing Abu Bakr (may Allah be pleased with him) while the Prophet (peace be upon him) was curiously watching with a smile. After taking much abuse quietly, Abu Bakr responded to a few of his comments. At this, the Prophet exhibited his disapproval, got up …

Over the years, i’v come across many misconceptions of 786, many heated debates on it as well. Personally I found it hard to believe that we can simply summarise an ayat of Quraan with 3 numbers.Anyway, below is an answer to the nagging question “What is the significance of 786?” …

This is a story of Imam Abu Hanifah(R.A.). It was one afternoon. At this latter period of Imam Abu Hanifah(R.A.) life; with age his body had become somewhat heavy, causing him some difficulty in moving around. Also, his house was situated on high ground, with a fair number of steps …