Khutba: Eid ul fitr – whats it all about?
“The month of Ramadhan [is that] in which was revealed the Qur’an, a guidance for the people and clear proofs of guidance and criterion. So whoever sights [the new moon of] the month, let...
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Virtues and Rules of Sadaqatul Fitr ‘Sharing the Eid Smile’
‘Sharing the Eid Smile’ It is narrated from Ibn Abbas RA that the Messenger of Allah (Peace be upon him) made Zakatal fitr (obligatory charity of Fitr- Ramadhan Eid) compulsory, as a...
Eidul-Fitr or Eidul-Feast? Its history, meaning & Sunnah
Eidul-Fitr or shall we call it ‘Eidul-Feast’, the meaning of fitr is ‘breakfast’. Allah, the All-Mighty is treating the believers by declaring the day after Ramadhan to be a day of eating and drinking. He...
The most beloved fast and prayer to Allah(SWT) – reflections on Alhamdulillah
Abdullah ibn Amr reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Verily, the most beloved fasting to Allah is the fasting of David and the most beloved prayer to Allah...
Ramadan reminders – Leaky bucket
Reminder 1: Leaky bucket One of my teachers would ask me every Ramadan “How many ramadan have you seen in your life? Are you that number of times better as a person?” Often times...
Resources and activities for masjid open days
More and more masaajid are seeking advice on how to organise engaging activities for non-Muslim guests to appreciate Islam. Remember, it’s all about interaction so try to have enough volunteers at hand who are...
Why, why, why … am I tested, don’t get that thing
I am always asking: Why was I tested? Quran answers: “Do men think that they will be left alone saying, ’We believe’, and that they will not be tested? We did test those before...
Palestine through our eyes- slideshow and personal notes
A few weeks ago I travelled with a friend to Al Aqsa and I wanted to share a few thoughts about my motivation, the experience and some personal highlights of visiting the holy land. This article and presentation outlines our story and learnings.
