Let’s Read Surah Kahf Today (Friday) – A Weekly Light
Reading Surah Al-Kahf on Fridays is a virtuous and spiritually uplifting act deeply rooted in prophetic tradition. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, “Whoever recites Surah Al-Kahf on Friday, it will illuminate him with light between the two Fridays” (al-Hakim). This light symbolizes spiritual clarity, protection from misguidance, and divine guidance throughout the week. The Surah […]
The Beauty of Reflection
The beauty of tafakkur (reflection) lies in its ability to awaken the heart and illuminate the soul with divine awareness. Ibn Ata’illah al-Iskandari said, “An hour of contemplation is better than a year of worship,” highlighting that thoughtful reflection can surpass even prolonged acts of devotion when done with sincerity. Tafakkur allows us to see […]
Contentment with Divine Placement
If Allah has placed you in a state of engagement—whether through work, family responsibilities, or other means of sustenance—do not seek to abandon those outward means. To desire separation from them while still being inwardly attached is a sign of subtle nafs (ego). True reliance is not in the outward form, but in the heart’s […]
Whereever You Are, Be with Allah
Ibn Ata’illah in his Hikam says: “Do not seek to move from one state to another, for that is a sign of your inner self’s lack of contentment with the divine plan.” If you find yourself in a state of obedience, be content—do not wish for another condition. But if you find yourself in disobedience, […]
Let’s Read Surah Kahf Today (Friday) – Preparing the Heart for Life’s Trials
Surah Al-Kahf, the 18th chapter of the Qur’an, carries powerful lessons centered around faith, patience, trials, and the protection of belief in a world full of deception and distractions. Its primary goal is to strengthen the heart of the believer through stories that illustrate the tests of faith, wealth, knowledge, and power—each one teaching reliance […]
Preserving the Quran Through Authentic Transmission
Learning the Qur’an from qualified teachers is important to preserving its proper recitation, understanding, and meaning. The Qur’an was revealed with precision, and it has been passed down through generations with care and authenticity by those who have mastered its recitation and interpretation. A qualified teacher is someone who has studied under other knowledgeable scholars, […]
Don’t Delay: The Islamic Duty of Preparing Your Will
As Muslims, it is important that we do not delay in writing a will. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, “It is not permissible for any Muslim who has something to spend eve 3 nights without having his last will and testament written and kept ready with him” (Bukhari and Muslim). A will safeguards our responsibilities—ensuring […]
Sins and the Heart
Sins, no matter how small they may appear, have a profound effect on the heart and our relationship with Allah. Ibn Ata’illah, in his Hikam, reminds us: “Do not look at the smallness of the sin, but look at the greatness of the One you disobeyed.” This wisdom urges us to shift our focus from […]
Thankfulness to Allah Begins with Thankfulness to Parents
Gratitude is a cornerstone of faith, and one of the greatest ways to express it is through honoring and caring for our parents. Allah reminds us in the Qur’an: “Be grateful to Me and to your parents; to Me is the final destination” (Surah Luqman 31:14). When we treat our parents with kindness, patience, and […]
A Reflection on Death, Distraction, and the Journey to Allah
We often live our lives racing—either consumed by our work or distracted by idle pleasures. Whether it’s the relentless demands of a busy schedule or the hours lost scrolling through our phones, our hearts rarely pause long enough to reflect. We drift from one moment to the next, as if this dunya were permanent, all […]
Faith at the Breaking Point: Lessons from Ta’if
We all will reach a breaking point at some stage in our lives. For some, it may come through the loss of a child or a spouse; for others, it may be the devastation of losing a home, a job, or experiencing divorce. For many, it may be enduring a debilitating illness that slowly strips […]
Let’s Read Surah Kahf Today (Friday): The Real Losers: A Warning from Surah Kahf
In Surah Al-Kahf, Allah describes the real losers in a powerful ayah: “Say, [O Muhammad], shall We inform you of the greatest losers as to [their] deeds? They are those whose efforts in the worldly life were misguided while they thought they were doing good.” (Surah Al-Kahf, 18:103–104) This ayah serves as a sobering reminder […]
