Islam taught people freedom, devotion, love, and many other lessons. Read this story that took place between Umar ibn Al-Khattab and Umm Kulthum bint Abi Bakr (and notice their ages!)
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There is a timeless adage that states: "There is only one method to avoid criticism: do not say anything, do not do anything, and be nothing." This statement encapsulates a profound paradox about human existence and the nature of criticism. It suggests that the only way to completely avoid criticism is to live a life of complete inaction and silence. But is this truly a life worth living?
Khalid ibn al-Waleed, or, as he was called by the Prophet Muhammad, pbuh, 'The Drawn Sword of God,' never lost a battle, neither before nor after Islam.
In this article, we show the final moments of his life while on his deathbed. What he did, what he said, and the message he left to Omar ibn Al-Khattab. We also explain why he was not destined to die on a battlefield.
يا أمير المؤمنين: عدلت فعدلوا، ولو رتعت لرتعوا
Among the teachings of the Prophet, pbuh, are many instructions for making Zikr, remembrance, of Allah, Subhanahu Wa Ta'aala. In this article, we explain some of the benefits of committing to Zikr.
Here is a lesson from the Prophet, pbuh, that tells us the story of the Hadith, "Life is not worth a wing of a mosquito." Which means that this life, Donya (the lower life), is not worth what a mosquito can carry on her wings.
It also shows how much the Prophet loved his daughter, Fatima, and how devoted she was to her father, pbuh.
Debt is part of everyday life. Islam has left nothing without teaching us how to handle or deal with it. Debt is among the most intricate issues as it involves rights for both parties, the lender and the borrower.
Transparency has been missing for years. Many members were kept in the dark, and questionable actions were committed that need answers. And as I heard a "brother" once scream inside the prayer hall: "We have rights".
He was seen giving to the poor, distributing his wealth to those in need. A friend approached him with concern: "Aren't you afraid that hard times might come and you'll need this money?" The answer came with such certainty that it stopped everything: "How can I fear, when the spenders are like the martyrs, ' No fear shall be upon them, nor shall they grieve'?"
Qur'an verse 2:8 is more than a warning to the Prophet of a third type of people whom never met before migrating to Yathrib. But it is also a warning to us.
Amr ibn Al-Jam'ouh, the man who insisted to tread Jana with his lame leg.
It could be this day, ot it could be that day. You will never know which day could be the that day.
Saeed ibn Amer al-Jumahi, The Poor Homs' Amir.
Saeed ibn Amir, a man who bought Jannah with duniya.
Qass ibn Sa'idah al-Iyadi: The Greatest Orator of the Arabs, Who Believed in the Prophet ﷺ Before the Mission.
One of the most remarkable figures of medieval Islamic civilization.