"Surely, the true religion in Allah's sight is Islam" (3:19)
Importance of Friday in Islam It is a great mercy from Allah ﷻ upon the Ummah of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ that the teachings of Islam have been preserved and passed down to us in their pure form. Among the many divine commandments is the special emphasis placed on Jumuah (Friday), a day of immense spiritual significance and blessing. Known in Arabic as Yawm al-Jumu‘ah, meaning “the Day of Gathering,” it is a weekly occasion for Muslims to unite in
Read moreZam Zam water holds a special place in the hearts of Muslims around the world. Revered for its purity and deeply rooted in Islamic tradition, the virtues of Zam Zam water go far beyond physical nourishment. This blessed water, which miraculously sprang forth under the feet of Prophet Ismail (AS), is known for its healing properties, spiritual benefits, and the powerful duas associated with it. In this article, we explore the origin, significance, and countless benefits of drinking Zam Zam
Read moreWhat to do After Hajj How fortunate are these souls who are blessed with the following words from Rasoolullah sallallahu alayhi wasallam: “Whoever performs Hajj for the Pleasure of Allah and therein utters no word of evil, nor commits any evil deed, shall return from it (free from sin) as the day on which his mother gave birth to him.” (Bukhaari, Muslim) “Verily there shall be no reward for a Mabroor Hajj except Jannah.” (Bukhaari, Muslim) It is hoped that
Read moreThere are many ahadeeth narrating the benefits and virtues of Durood, below are a selected few shared to encourage the believers to send abundant durood upon the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him). What is Durood Sharif? Definition: Durood – the uttering of specific phrases to compliment the Prophet Muhammad (peace & blessings upon him) when his name is mentioned or read in a text. It is usually to praise and honour him with great love and compassion. Qur’anic
Read moreHow to greet someone returning from hajj When going to visit the returning Haji it is important to recite the dua for returning Haji in accordance with the Sunnah of the Messneger ﷺ making the action reqarding for us and making a heartfelt dua for the one who has returned from Hajj. Say the following words when meeting the Haji after their return from the blessed journey قَبِلَ اللهُ حَجَّكَ وَ غَفَرَ ذَنْبَكَ وَ اَخْلَفَ نَفَقَتَكَ May Allah accept your
Read more5th day: 12th Zul Hijjah Day 5 of Hajj marks the continuation of key spiritual rituals that bring the sacred pilgrimage closer to its completion for most of the Hujjaj. It is optional to remain an extra night in Mina, and those that choose this would need to do Ramee on 13th Zul Hijjah too. What happens on day 5 of Hajj Make Ramee, i.e. pelt all three Shaytaans after Zawaal. The Hajjees may now proceed to MAKKAH MU’AZZAM. Those
Read more4th day: 11th Zul HijjahAll three SHAYTAANS (Jamaraat) have to be pelted on this day and the night will be spent at MINA. RAAMEE, i.e. pelting time begins after ZAWAAL and ends before SUNSET. Seven pebbles must be thrown at each of the 3 Jamaraat today.
Read more3rd day: 10th Zul Hijjah, Yaum-un-Nahr After performing Fajr Salaah at Muzdalifah, the Hajjees proceed to Mina before sunrise. What happens on day 3 of Hajj On this day four important rites have to be performed. 1. RAMEE of Jamaratul Aqabah (stoning the big Shaytaan). 2. ZABH (to sacrifice an animal). 3. HALQ or Qasr (shaving or trimming the hair of the head). 4. To perform TAWAAFUZ ZIYAARAH.
Read moreThe Sanctity and Safety of Makkah & the Haram The Ka’bah and Its Construction Tawaf and Its Virtues The Virtue of the Hajr-e-Aswad Virtues of Salah in the Haram Reward and Multiplication of Deeds in the Haram Rituals of Hajj & Sacred Sites Prepared by AL-Islaah Publications, I have reordered the article and placed under various headings to make it easier to read. Virtues of Makkah pt1
Read more2nd day: 9th Zul Hijjah, Yaum-ul-Arafah What happens on the second day of Hajj After sunrise the Hajjees proceed to ARAFAAT and make WUQOOF after ZAWAAL. Zohar and Asr Salaah will be performed here. Here they remain engaged in Du’aa, Zikr, Tilaawat, etc. until sunset. Immediately after sunset they proceed to Muzdalifah. What happend in Muzdalifah? Here they will perform Maghrib and Esha at the time of Esha. The night will be spent at Muzdalifah.
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