In this category we post works of Muslim intellectuals which I and my friends have translated.
When we touch the good side in people, we discover that there is much goodness that our eyes may not be able to see at first glance!! I have tried this myself with many, even with those who appear at first as wicked or having little compassion. If you show some sympathy to their … Read more
Accept the reality imposed on you then unleash your talents. Thus you turn your ordeal into a gift and pains of your life into flowers and basil.
Al-Hassan al-Bassry said, “I have found nothing of the acts of worship more vigorous than qiyam (voluntary night prayer). It was said to him, “Why do those, who pray voluntary at night have the best faces?” He answered, “That is because they devote themselves to be alone with their Lord, so He provides for them … Read more
Islam is the last Word of Allah (God) to all creation; it contains all facts and principles needed for living and resurrection. It guarantees happiness in the worldly life as well as the Hereafter. It suffices mankind not to seek for any other suggested reform or fabricated teachings. Muhammad al-Ghazali
Al-Albani- May Allah have mercy on him- said, “The road of Allah (God) is long, and we proceed on it as slowly as a turtle. The purpose is not to get to the end of the road, but rather to die on it.”
Al-Sa’dy, may Allah be merciful for him, said: “When you call upon Allah asking Him to make you reach Ramadan, don’t forget to ask Him to bless your days in Ramadan as reaching the month is not the issue, it is rather what to do during it.” Dr. Ahmad Eissa al-Ma’sarawy
Fasting is an ancient ritual which is common in all religions. Those who like controversy always ask, “How come that God creates for us a mouth, teeth, pharynx and stomach to eat and then ask us to fast?! How come He creates beauty and lust then asks us to lower our gaze and be chaste? … Read more
“How can we know the people of guidance during times of ordeals (Fitna)?” someone asked Imam A-Shaf’y. He answered, “Follow the arrows of the enemy as they guide you to them.”
Beauty is divided into two types: external and internal beauty. The inside beauty is loved for itself; it is the beauty of knowledge, mind, generosity, chastity and courage. This inside beauty is what Allah (SWT) looks at and loves in His servant. Moreover, this inside beauty beautifies the external image, even if it is bare … Read more
The leaders our Muslim nation needs are those who have no glory, no celebrity or glitter. We need faithful anonymous leaders who do not care about masses applause. The Prophet (PBUH) said: The Almighty Allah loves the pious, innocent believers; those who are not missed when being absent or known when being present. Their hearts … Read more