Praying and Worshiping Together
Ramadhan is a time of spiritual togetherness. Praying together as a family strengthens love and unity. The Prophet ﷺ encouraged this by saying: “When a man wakes his wife at night and they pray two rak’ahs together, they are recorded among those who remember Allah often.” (Abu Dawood) Ways to strengthen the bond through worship: […]
Strengthen Family bonds, Strengthen Iman
Ramadhan is the perfect time to strengthen family bonds and spread love. Allah reminds us in Surah An-Nahl (16:90) to be just, kind, and generous—especially to our family. So why not use this month to be more patient, forgiving, and supportive? Share iftar together, pray as a family, and take time to appreciate each other. […]
How to Live with Ihsan (Excellence & Kindness) This Ramadhan
Ihsan means doing good even when no one is watching—a key Ramadhan lesson. 1.Increase acts of kindness: –Give charity (Sadaqah, Zakat) generously. –Serve iftar to those in need. 2.Speak only words of encouragement and peace. 3.Perfect your worship (Salah, Quran recitation, dhikr) with sincerity. اللهم بارك لنا في رمضان، وأعنّا على صيامه وقيامه، وتقبّله منّا […]
The Essence of Ramadhan: Worship, Justice, and Good Character
Allah says, “Indeed, Allah commands justice, good conduct, and giving to relatives and forbids immorality, bad conduct, and oppression. He admonishes you that perhaps you will be reminded. (Surah An-Nahl 16:90) Allah commands us to practice ‘adl (justice) in worship and daily life and to go beyond that–to live with ihsan (excellence and kindness.) Ramadhan is […]
Maximizing Ramadhan: A Month of Spiritual Elevation
Our noble guest, Ramadhan, has arrived. How much attention are you giving to this honored ambassador of Allah? How are you treating this noble visitor? Understand that Ramadhan is a magnificent gift, not merely an obstacle to get through. Now, reflect on how you welcome your guest. Are you setting aside worldly distractions this month? […]
We Don’t Deserve Anything
Narrated `Aisha:Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ) said, “Do good deeds properly, sincerely, and moderately and know that your deeds will not make you enter Paradise and that the most beloved deed to Allah is the most regular and constant even if it were little.” If our actions are accepted and we enter Paradise, it is from the […]
You will Never Find Anything to Worry About if You Implement This
Know that a servant is in one of four states. There’s no fifth. The servant is either in a state of blessing, tribulation, obedience, or disobedience. If you are in a state of blessing, what you should do is be grateful. If you are in a state of tribulation, what you should do is be […]
Why People Failed Themselves
People fail in this life and the next because they are often drawn to worldly life. They are drawn to worldly life because of its immediate pleasures, material comforts, and fleeting joys. Pursuing wealth, status, and entertainment can be intoxicating, making it easy to forget the temporary nature of this life. Allah reminds us in […]
Recipe for Success
The recipe for success is built upon faith, righteous actions, sincerity, justice, patience, and reliance on Allah. Allah swears, “By time, Indeed, mankind is in loss, except for those who have believed and done righteous deeds and advised each other to truth and advised each other to patience. (Surah al-Asr 103:1-3). True success is not […]
Virtues of the 15th Night of Sha’ban
The 15th Night of Sha`ban is one of the greatest nights of the year.`Ata’ bin Yasar said that after Laylat al-Qadr there is no night better than the Fifteenth Night of Sha`ban. Its greatness is due to the divine gifts that are bestowed during it. The Prophet (ﷺ) said: “Allah gazes at His creation on […]
Building Momentum for Ramadhan
Sha’ban is a blessed month that serves as a preparation for Ramadhan, allowing us to build momentum in worship and devotion. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) increased his fasting during Sha’ban, and one of the best ways to follow his Sunnah is by fasting on the White Days (13th, 14th, and 15th […]
Preparing for Ramadhan
Ramadhan is the month of the Quran, the blessed time that will come and go very quickly. Before it slips away, prepare yourself to seize its immense rewards. Begin now by learning the virtues of Ramadhan and making the intention to embody them. Commit to getting off your devices from distractions and dedicating this Ramadhan […]