Mercy, Health and a Food for Thought

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Did you know that the Absence of health is the absence of your Lord’s mercy?

Let’s take a minute or so to ponder over this beautiful ayah:

Innovative & Critical Thinking Activities based on Surah al Waqi’ah

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Surah-based Project Works are really good in terms of student learning, understanding and application.

Presenting here some Innovative & Critical Thinking Activities based on Surah al Waqi’ah: Verses 1 to 26. This can be given as a Project work for those interested in Qur’anic Studies (In UAE, by the way, this is meant for Grade 9 students)

Test Your Hifdh Knowledge

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This link is very useful for those who know different Surahs by heart, definitely beneficial for those who have memorized the whole Qur’an. However it is good to give it at least a try inShaaAllah. 

Google Docs – TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF QUR’AN MEMORIZATION – Main Page. For sub-pages go to this link

May Allah reward those who took time and effort to do this noble service in the cause of His noble Book. Baarakallaahu Feekum.

Adopt Gradation in Teaching Children

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From the Story of Prophet Musa and al Khidr, one of the many lessons learnt is to Stop Being Judgmental.

From the point of view of a Teacher/Parent, we learn another lesson: Adopt gradation in addressing and warning your children! Be Polite and at the same time stern in your voice!!

Not Being Judgmental: Lessons from Surah al Kahf

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In today’s world judging people, giving unnecessary and unsolicited advice has become the norm of the day. When you post a certain post in the social media, for example, you find immediate reaction from some members of the group. They are ready to give their judgement about you and your post. And then, you know, the arguments and counter-arguments start, which at times lead to unhealthy developments among the members of the group.

I was thinking about this last Friday while reading the beautiful story of Prophet Musa and al Khidr. The lessons we learn from this story is very much relevant in contemporary times:

Qur’an is never meant to cause distress of any kind!

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Qur’an is the Book of Allah. It is the Maker’s Instruction Manual.

He sent this beautiful Book for man’s guidance on earth. As a source of Mercy, as a source of  Light, as a Source of Blessings.

It is meant for human welfare. And never meant, in the least, to put people in distress!

Welcome to the Golden Moments!

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As per authentic hadeeths, Laylatul Qadr falls in one of the odd nights of the last 10 days of Ramadhaan. 

        So please be reminded that:

Qur’an is Bayaan and Tibyaan as well!

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Qur’an calls itself Bayaan. Qur’an calls itself Tibyaan.

What is their meaning and what is the difference?

Read on to find an amazing elucidation by the world renowned Arabic scholar, Dr. V. Abdur Rahim.

“Glory be to the One who gives even when He takes”

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Sharing some beautiful words of wisdom from Ustadha Yasmin Mogahed.

Surah al Kahf and a Treasure for Life!

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Presenting here some resources on Surah al Kahf and Friday in the form of a 1-page PDF. Baarakallaahu Feekum.

Parable of the Spider’s Web

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Qur’anic parables are rich in meaning and connotation. They are a means of providing insightful guidance to man. This article speaks of one such parable, and the author throws light from scientific perspective to help readers unravel the mysteries hidden in Qur’anic parables. Please read on…

Effective Tafseer Strategies

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An effective way to teach Tafseer to young and adult. MaShaaAllah.

Please proceed to download the file, InshaaAllah. 

The Travels and Travails of Dhul-Qarnain

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Every Friday, many Muslims around the world read this Surah.

It would be great if we take time to reflect over and connect the Qur’anic stories to our real life situations.

This article is an amazing read on one of the finest Qur’anic stories that is an inspiration of all times. Please do take time to read this….inShaaAllah.

Library Update: Thematic Commentary on the Qur’an

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Alhamdulillaah, this Thematic Commentary is of much help to all those students of the Qur’an who want to go further deeper into the insights of the Qur’anic gems.

In addition, the thematic Introduction of the Surahs, linked here, carries an oceanic wealth of information on all the 114 Qur’anic chapters, alhamdulillaah. 

Presentations on Muharram

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Two useful presentations on the sacred month, Muharram, are shared here. One in English and the other in Urdu language.

May Allah reward those who made these presentations, and guide us all on the Straight Path. Baarakallaahu Feekum.

What is the meaning of Subhanallah?

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What is the exact meaning of ‘Subhanallah’ and in what context it is used in the glorious Qur’an?

Redirecting and Reinforcing ‘If’al Ma Tu’mar’ to Oneself

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Reflecting on an ayah is an ibadah of a highest kind.

Today as the world celebrates Eid al Adhaa, I would like to discuss on an ayah that celebrates and commemorates the act and the spirit of sacrificing for the cause of Allah.

Reading the story is one thing. Drawing inspiration is another. 

Eid Mubaarak to You!

تقبّل الله منّا ومنكم  May Allah accept it from us and you.

🙂 E I D  M U B A A R A K 🙂 

Arafah Package for non-Pilgrims

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The 9th of Dhul Hijjah is popularly known as the Day of Arafah.

Presenting here a collection on different aspects of Arafah, a Package unto You 🙂 

Critical Thinking: Best Tribute to Prophet Ibraheem

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These are the blessed days of Dhul Hijjah. And we all know that Hajj is connected with the life and teachings of Prophet Ibraheem alaihis salam.

Qur’an mentions that Prophet Ibraheem is the best role model for all humanity.

What a great tribute indeed it would be if we, as parents and teachers, kindle or lighten up in our children the spark of critical thinking. You know why this is so special, more so when we are indebted to the immaculate contributions of Prophet Ibraheem?

4 Promises of Allah, and our Response

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This and other similar picture messages are often doing rounds in social media. Today I got one once again, and as a sort of reflection jotted down some points, shared with some of my friends and relatives, and wish to share with you, my esteemed reader, as well.

Unlocking the Locked Hearts

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In Surah Muhammad there is this thinking ayah:

أَفَلَا يَتَدَبَّرُونَ الْقُرْآنَ أَمْ عَلَىٰ قُلُوبٍ أَقْفَالُهَا

The meaning of this ayah attracts my attention. It is normally translated as follows:

“Then do they not reflect upon the Qur’an, or are there locks upon [their] hearts?” [Surah Muhammad 47: 24

But there is more to the meaning than this translation. 

7 Reasons to Read the Qur’an

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Ramadhaan is the Month of Qur’an. Thought of sharing this, which is here on this blog since about 7 years. I was inspired to make this presentation after coming across an article under this name. Kindly read and share with others. Baarakallaahu Feekum. 

Laylatul Qadr Special

Assalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuhu.

Dear brothers and sisters, In view of the blessed nights of Laylatul Qadr i am changing the Home Page of this blog, in case you need some guidance to plan for the golden days and nights of Ramadhaan. Baarakallaahu Feekum.

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The Early Muslims in Ramadhaan & Five Key Areas of Change

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In the name of Allah, all praise is for Allah, and may His peace and blessings be upon His final Messenger Muhammad (sallAllahu ‘alayhi wasallam)

Despite the fact that more than a billion Muslims will be fasting this Ramadan, how many are aware of how the Early Muslims (Salaf), those who lived Islam in the best possible way, would observe this sacred month? How they would spend their days and nights and what would change for them during the sacred month.