There are certain times of the year when one needs to stand firm against oneself and one's worldly desires. These times should be used to the maximum to achieve the utmost success.
Posts published in “Quran”
In this part, we finish our talk on Prophet Zachary and his son, the Prophet John (the Baptist), as related in the Qur'an. We also give a comparative glimpse between the Qur'an and the Bible.
The Isra’ and Mi’raj refers to the miraculous Night Journey and Ascension of Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Jerusalem (Isra’) and then through the heavens to the Divine Presence (Mi’raj), a pivotal event that affirmed his prophethood and established the five daily prayers.
The Prophet Muhammad’s Farewell Sermon, delivered on the Day of Arafah during his final pilgrimage in 10 AH, sanctifies human life, honor, and property, abolishes pre-Islamic usury and blood feuds, and condemns tampering with sacred months. It outlines spousal rights with an emphasis on kindness toward women, declares believers as brothers with no one’s wealth lawful except by consent, affirms equality among humanity regardless of race or tribe except through piety, and leaves the Qur’an and Sunnah as enduring guidance.
How the Quran guides us to the finest natural foods—dates, grapes, honey, and milk—and reveals scientific miracles that modern research is only beginning to understand
Arab anecdotes often reflect a culture that highly values family, generosity, and community ties. Storytelling in the Arab world has a rich, ancient tradition. In this one, we see how a knowledgeable scholar could answer with the verses from the Qur'an
Among the most chilling verses in the entire Quran are these words from Surah Al-Kahf. Allah ﷻ does not simply warn us about wrongdoers who know they are doing wrong. Rather, He warns us about something far more dangerous: people who are convinced they are doing right, while in reality, their deeds are worthless.
Islam offers something the modern world desperately needs: a comprehensive moral system that produces individuals of exceptional character, people who honor their parents, protect the vulnerable, welcome strangers, speak truth, and stand for justice even when it costs them.
Murad Wilfried Hofmann was a German diplomat and author. He wrote several books on Islam, including Journey to Makkah and Islam: The Alternative. Many of his books and essays focused on Islam's place in the West
"I was reading the Quran, I found it reading me" — Dr. Jeffrey Lang's extraordinary journey from atheism to Islam
A female companion of the Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him. She is the one who pleaded (argued) with the Prophet when her husband "Aws ibn As-Samit" made Zihar with her.
Surah Al-Mujadilah (The Pleading Woman) was revealed to the prophet in response to her plead. She was mentioned in the Surah as the "pleading (woman)".
Prophet Zakariyah (Zachary), a figure of profound reverence in Islam, stands as a model of unwavering faith, patient prayer, and humble service to God among the Children of Israel. Chosen from the noblest lineages as one of God’s prophets, he devoted his life to worship, guiding his people toward monotheism while serving as the guardian of the pure-hearted Maryam in Jerusalem’s sacred sanctuary. His story, vividly recounted in the Qur’an’s Surahs Al-Imran and Maryam, culminates in the miraculous birth of his son Yahya (John), a testament to divine mercy that transcends human limitations of age and barrenness, offering timeless lessons in trust and sincerity for readers of all backgrounds.
Prophet Solomon (Sulaymān), peace be upon him, is one of the honored prophets in the Qur'an, endowed with wisdom, just authority, and miracles, yet always presented as a humble servant of Allah. He was the son and heir of Prophet David (Dāwūd), inheriting both prophethood and a kingdom
Saeed ibn Al-Harith is one of the Tabeen (Tabeen are the followers of the companions of the Prophet, pbuh). Saed was a good Muslim and used to do a lot of worship and Nafl for the sake of Allah.
In this piece we recount the last three days of his life and the miracle and blessings he was bestowed with.
This is a summary of the Jumuah Sermon that was delivered on January 09, 2026 at the Islamic Center in Stillwater.
The AsSiddique Post will post Jumuah Khutbah (Sermons) whenever the Khateeb (the speaker) gives his permission and submits his sermon in writing.