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History would have by-passed this man as it had bypassed thousands of Arabs before him. He, like them, would have had no claim to attention or fame. The greatness of Islam, however, gave to Abdullah ibn Hudhafah the opportunity to meet two world potentates of his time – Khusraw Parvez …

Allah (Subhanahu ta’ala), through His infinite Mercy and Grace, has created the human being as the “most noble and honourable creation”. If he adorns himself with the noble character and teachings of the noble Prophet (Sallallahu alayhi wassallam), he surpasses even the angels in honour. On the contrary, if he neglects …

Almost everyone in the world today has heard the word Jihad, thanks to the media. This word has a very broad meaning and does not mean ‘Holy War’ as many people believe. Jihad is not what the media has portrayed it as – it is not a holy war. There …

Reliance on Allah Allah (SWT) says in the Quran: “And the one who relies on God, God will suffice him.” (Al Talaq, 65:3) “And upon God let the believers rely.” (Al ‘Imran, 3:122) “So rely on God, indeed God loves those who rely [on him].” (Al ‘Imran, 3:159) The Messenger …

Fatimah Bint Muhammad by ‘Abdul Wahid Hamid   Fatimah was the fifth child of Muhammad and Khadijah. She was born at a time when her noble father had begun to spend long periods in the solitude of mountains around Makkah, meditating and reflecting on the great mysteries of creation. This …

Abu Bakr (RA) was born in Makkah two years after the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh). His parents belonged to the clan of Banu Taim. Even before entering Islam, Abu Bakr(ra) was well known for his manners, knowledge and wisdom. The Prophet (pbuh) said: “Whenever I invited anyone to …

Prophet Yusuf (alaihis salaam) : A Dream… its Interpretation The Quran was sent down to mankind by Allah to serve as a guide, it contains the very truest accounts, bringing glad tidings to man, warning him and instilling fear in him. It is a great mercy and the sole Divine …

The Man and His Message “My choice of Muhammad to lead the list of the world’s most influential persons may surprise some readers and may be questioned by others, but he was the only man in history who was supremely successful on both the religious and secular levels. Of humble …

Prophet Muhammad (SAW) : Eternal Rest After the religion brought by Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) had been made perfect and complete, Allah sent down the revelation: “This day I have perfected your religion, completed my favors upon you, and declared Islam as your Religion” [Surah Al-Maidah:3] The Prophet …