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…

Meaning of AN-NOOR: One of Allah’s Beautiful Names

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What is the meaning of Allah’s Name, ‘An-Noor’?

‘What is meant by ‘Allah is the Light of the Heavens and the Earth’?

An insightful exposition by Dr. Saleh al Saleh.

Optimizing the Learning Outcomes in Qur’an Class

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Integrating Technology in the field of teaching Islam as a subject is vital in contemporary times.

Here are 3 presentations to show how we can utilize expertise and resources to the best of one’s abilities in the field of teaching-learning Islam as a global way of life and civilization.

In three sessions, the learned author explains how effectively one can plan and execute Qur’an teaching-learning in the classroom.

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.

Links and Presentations on the ISLAMIC NEW YEAR

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Two presentations on the occasion of the Islamic New Year, nicely done and shared by Tr. Saima Naz, are posted here for the benefit of one and all. In addition, you will find many related, useful resources, InShaaAllah. 

Ruqyah: Spiritual Healing

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Ruqyah is the Islamic Spiritual Healing encouraged to perform during specific occasions. One can perform it by oneself and for others too. 

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. 

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?

Blessed Days, Blessed Souls

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🙂 Alhamdulillaah, the blessed month of Dhul Hijjah has commenced 🙂

As per the official announcement in Saudi Arabia, UAE and adjoining places, today (12th Aug) is the First Day of Dhul Hijjah 1439. Accordingly, the Day of Arafah will fall on Monday, the 20th August, and Tuesday, 21st August, will be the first day of Eid al Adhaa. (Please check out for the local announcement done in your respective place as one has to go by the fatwa of one’s region)

Although there are mind-blowing resources already posted on this page, I wish to add the Dhul Hijjah Planner with just a few other related posts, by way of reminder and for the benefit of one and all, InShaaAllah. The focus, for me and you, should be on individual performance: to change the inner self. 

May Allah give us the Tawfeeque and Hidayah to live by the teachings of Qur’an and Hadeeth to the best of our ability. 

Getting Benefited From This Programme

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In view of the Best 10 Days of the Year, the UAE-based Learn Deen Daily is organising a 10-day programme, starting today 10th August till 19 August 2018.

Each day comprises of a short 30 Minute speech by internationally acclaimed scholars. You can listen/view to the audio/video, and try to learn as much with the intention to put into practice to the best of your ability InshaaAllah.

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.

Lunar Eclipse, and the Prayer of the Eclipse

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PS Update: The night of 27/28th July witnessed the longest Lunar eclipse of this century.

Tonight (27th/28th July) there will be a total Lunar Eclipse, InshaaAllah. Here are some details: 

LIBRARY Update

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Alhamdulillaah, by the exclusive grace and mercy of Allah SWT, presenting some more books of immense importance. Please proceed to view and download as per your interest and convenience, inShaaAllah.

Reflections on Surah al Ikhlaas

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Dear brothers and sisters, Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuhu.

I am sure you must be aware that the links to the week’s Jumu’ah Khutbah in UAE are given here but I do not post it as a separate post to avoid frequent postings.

Today’s Khutbah was on Surah al Ikhlaas (“Qul Huwal-laahu Ahad”) and I feel every Muslim must go through this as the content is of much benefit for everyday living.

How coherent these two verses are! Subhanallaah!!

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Coherence is just one miraculous beauty of the many miracles of the inimitable Qur’an.

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. 

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. 

The Sunnahs of Fasting

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Fasting is one of the greatest acts of worship, and the reward of the one who fasts, seeking thereby the reward of Allah, is not known to anyone except Allah. The Prophet (blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) said: “Allah, may He be glorified and exalted, said: ‘Every deed of the son of Adam is for him, except fasting. It is for Me and I shall reward for it.’” Narrated by al-Bukhaari (1904) and Muslim (1151)

The Ramadan fast is one of the pillars of Islam, and the Muslim must pay attention to preserving his fast, whether it is obligatory or supererogatory, so that Allah may bestow upon him this abundant reward.

There are many Sunnahs with regard to fasting, of which we will mention some: