Laylat al-Qadr, the Night of Decree, holds immense significance in Islam. Good deeds and charity performed on this night earn the reward equivalent to that of 83 years of worship (over 30,000 nights), as Allah—Glorified and Exalted—is He—has informed us in the Qur'an. This article explores how to prepare for and make the most of this blessed night.
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Eight members of the Islamic Center represented the Islamic Society of Stillwater at CAIR's annual Iftar. The evening was as pleasant as always, and we enjoyed meeting prominent leaders from Oklahoma's Muslim community.
The Story of the Believers' Vision of Allah: The Greatest Reward and Honor in Paradise.
Al-Aqmar Mosque, also known as the Moonlight Mosque (Arabic: الجامع الأقمر, al-jāmiʿ al-aqmar), is a historically significant mosque located on al-Mu'izz Street in Islamic Cairo, Egypt. Built in 1125 AD (519 AH) during the Fatimid Caliphate, it was commissioned by Vizier al-Ma'mun al-Bata'ihi under Caliph al-Amir bi-Ahkam Allah.
Qur'an 4:109: A Warning Against Defending the Wrong
Understanding the Consequences of Advocating for Injustice in This Life and the Hereafter
When Fatima bint Asad passed away, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ took off his shirt and used it as her shroud. He descended into her grave, digging and widening it with his own hands. He emerged with tears in his eyes and prayed for her, asking Allah to resurrect her clothed, as she was shrouded in the shirt of the Prophet ﷺ.
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!)
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?
Sawdah bin Zam'ah, the second wife of The Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him. Her story, her life and her death.
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.
Muawiya ibn Abi Sufyan asked one of his friends, after being the Caliph, to describe Ali ibn Abi Talib, and this is the story of what happened
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.