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Happy New Hijri Year   Hijri Calendar: Tying Muslims Together The Powerful Woman Who Helped the Prophet in Hijrah Sun of Islam Rises in Madinah A New Year Gift For My New Family Members 1440 Harvest: Top 10 Shariah Articles Muslims for Migrants Campaign Raise $150K, Set to Release 10th Parent Two Companions Failed to Immigrate to Madinah… How Umar Saved Them Umm Salamah: Story of an Immigrant Family The post New Hijri Year 1441… Check our New Special Page appeared first on About Islam . source https://aboutislam.net/shariah/special-coverage-shariah/new-hijri-year-special-coverage-shariah/new-hijri-year-1441-check-new-special-page/

Muslims around the world are celebrating the Islamic New Year as August 31, 2019, was officially declared the first day (1st Muharram) of the year 1441 Hijri. According to Khaleej Times , the Muharram 1 crescent, which marks the beginning of the Hijri (Islamic) New Year, was spotted in Saudi Arabia on Friday. Another tweet by Saudi News said that Saturday is the first day of the Hijri New Year. The  Hijri calendar  started in the year 622 AD with the emigration of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) from Makkah to Madinah, known as the Hijra. Muslims use this lunar Hijri calendar to calculate times of prayers, fasting, Hajj, and other religious celebrations. While some determine the new month by moon-sightings, most Islamic countries follow astronomical calculations. A Hijri day starts at sunset. Thus, observing the crescent of  a new Hijri month  occurs during the sunset. If the crescent sets before the sunset, this means there is no new month....

The hijri year 1440 is just over, and a new year is here. It’s the best time to look back and review our work in the past year. Let’s check which articles were most attractive to our visitors. What were the most popular items in the Shari`ah page throughout 1440? It is our pleasure to share with you the top 10 Shariah articles here. #1.   15 Hadiths About Ramadan | 67K Views #2. Cherish Your Wife the Prophet’s Way (10+ Hadiths) | 56K Views #3. 5 Hadiths About Caring for Daughters | 34K Views #4. 10 Things You Should Know About Taraweeh | 32K Views #5. Tired of Life Difficulties? Read This Hadith | 32K Views #6. 10+ Hadiths about Friday | 32K Views #7. 10 Hadiths on Health and Hygiene | 24K Views #8. These 9 Lovely Hadiths Show Prophet’s Care for Children | 19K Views #9. 10 Green Hadiths | 16.6K Views #10. 10 Hadiths on Remembrance of Allah | 14.5K Views The post 1440 Harvest: Top 10 Shariah Articles appeared first on Abou...

Starting the new school year can be a time of great excitement as well as anxiety for both parents and children. Help calm your child’s fears (and your own) with these teacher-approved tips. Stress Management The first thing you need to do as a parent is to make sure you are calm and ready for the mission. Being stressed in such times is normal but you should try stress-reduction techniques and do whatever you can to get over it. Meet the new teacher For kids, one of the biggest back-to-school fears is “Will I like my new teacher?” Breaking the ice early on is one of the best ways to calm everyone’s fears. Take advantage of your school’s open house or back-to-school night. Some teachers welcome phone calls or e-mails — another great opportunity to get to know each other before the year begins. If personal contact with the teacher isn’t possible, try locating the teacher’s picture on a school website or in a yearbook, so your child can put a name with a face. If your child’s teach...

Surah Al-Fatihah starts with Al-hamd lillah . Have you ever thought why al-hamd was chosen rather than other words that imply the same meaning? This episode is dedicated to the first verse of Al-Fatihah. { All praise is for Allah—Lord of all worlds } ( Al-Fatihah 1:1 ) This verse is one of the most profound and most succinct in the entire Quran. Indeed, you cannot think of a better way to begin the final Book of Revelation. In order to fully appreciate the meaning of this verse we need to understand what exactly does hamd . Then, why this word “ al-hamd ” was chosen rather than other Arabic words that have close connotations like shukr , thankfulness, or madh , praise? Join Dr. Yasir Qadhy as he explains the beautiful verse that opens Surat Al-Fatihah. In this Series: 1. The 7 Oft-Recited Verses: An Introduction to Al-Fatiha 2. Who Divided Up Quran into Surahs and Verses? 3. All About Isti`adhah & Seeking Protection from Satan 4. Starting with Allah’s Name… What Does B...

Are you facing an illness or someone you love is? This is beautiful advice for the sick believer. Allah is purifying the sick believer of all of their previous sins. The post Beautiful Advice for the Sick Believer appeared first on About Islam . source https://aboutislam.net/multimedia/videos/beautiful-advice-sick-believer/

Tala Al-Badru was sung by the people of Madinah as Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) arrived into Madinah after his hijrah! It is performed here by Yusuf Islam! The post Tala Al-Badru Nasheed – Yusuf Islam appeared first on About Islam . source https://aboutislam.net/multimedia/videos/tala-al-badru-nasheed-yusuf-islam/

The situation in Makkah had become intolerable for the Muslims, as the disbelievers of Quraish intensified their oppression against them. However, the Second Aqabah Pledge led to the establishment of a small Muslim state in Madinah; and shortly after, Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) gave his permission for the Muslims to emigrate. The emigration to Madinah (known to Muslims as the Hijrah) involved a great sacrifice of wealth, and was wrought with danger, as the emigrants were liable to be robbed or even killed along the way. Despite this, the Muslims began to emigrate while the polytheists did their best to stop them, knowing full well that the establishment of a strong Islamic state in Madinah was sure to pose a great threat to them. The Day Before Almost all the Muslims in Makkah had set off for Madinah, except for Abu Bakr (the Prophet’s closest Companion), Ali ibn Abi Talib (the Prophet’s cousin), the Prophet himself, and those helpless noble souls who had been detained...

In the spirit of the Hijri New Year, I’d like to welcome all the new brothers and sisters to our big family, those who have decided to migrate to a new path of spiritual fulfillment by joining the religion of Islam. You’ve probably been overwhelmed by the warm welcome of the Muslims in your community when you first said your shahadah , and you’ve probably also wondered how long the cheer and support would last. Well, it should last a lifetime, even if you don’t feel it because people get too caught up in their own lives, remember that your place is the same in our hearts, what’s more, you’re now also entitled to pay forward the love and support to new Muslims who join your community from now on. My New Year gift to you is this reminder of your new privileges, to see you through the down times when there is no one around to take your hand along the way, and also to be your virtual flashcard of how to support other new Muslims you might meet. Welcome to the Family! Remember, you h...

The hijrah was a perilous journey but it was one that had to be taken. Who was the powerful woman who helped the Prophet (PBUH) in Hijrah? The Powerful Woman Who Helped the Prophet in Hijrah The post The Powerful Woman who Helped the Prophet in Hijrah appeared first on About Islam . source https://aboutislam.net/multimedia/videos/powerful-woman-helped-prophet-hijrah/

Are you able to find inner peace? And are you able to keep this inner peace? Brother Nouman Ali Khan responds to a question from the audience about this topic. The questioner asked: “ Iman (faith) has different levels. Is Iman related to peace? Does peace have different levels? Can one attain peace without Iman ? Or vice versa. Can a person having low Iman attain peace?” And Ustaz Nouman Ali Khan responded: “Great question. It’s actually a beautiful question. Allah (SWT) describes in the ayah that I recited: “… So which of the two parties has more right to security, if you should know? ” ( Qur’an, 6:81 ) “ They who believe and do not mix their belief with injustice – those will have security, and they are [rightly] guided. ” ( Qur’an, 6:82 ) Allah (SWT) is saying, which of the two sides is more deserving of finding peace more? In other words, there is such a thing as people finding peace once in a while in other than Islam. But who deserves consistent, constant, li...

Have you been to Madinah? Do you love the city of the Prophet, peace be upon him? In this brief recording, Dr. Yasir Qadhi on his recent visit there shares his personal reflections. “We are now standing on one of the minarets of the Haram , and Al-Hamdulel-Allah you can see the view here is absolutely amazing. We actually have a full moon as well, Al-Hamdulel-Allah . The sun is coming up and we see this beautiful view. What a beautiful city this is. Our Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, praised Madinah, and the reason why everyone of us loves Madinah is that the Prophet, peace be upon him, made a special du’aa to Allah (SWT). He said in that famous hadith recorded in Sahih Al-Bukhari: “ O Allah, cause all of us to love Madinah like we used to love Makkah, and even more than our love for Makkah. ”  ( Al-Bukhari, Chapter 12 ) So our Prophet, peace be upon him, made a du’aa to Allah that all Muslims should love Madinah, and Al-Hamdulel-Allah every single Muslim in the...

The Shariah includes both faith and practice. It embraces worship, individual attitude and conduct. It also includes social norms and laws, whether political, economic, familial, criminal, or civil. What is Shariah? In its fullest sense, the Shariah is virtually synonymous, and can be used interchangeably, with the word deen , which can only inadequately be translated as “religion.” Deen literally means “way of life,” “submission,” “following,” or the “way.” Though the word Shariah in its various derivative forms is found in five places in the Quran, its extensive use only came into vogue much later, for the words Islam and deen were more commonly employed to express the same meaning in the early days of Islam. The Shariah includes both faith and practice. It embraces worship, individual attitude and conduct. It also includes social norms and laws, whether political, economic, familial, criminal, or civil. Sometimes, it may also be used to imply, in a more restricted...

Narrated Abu Malik Al-Harith ibn Aasim Al-Ash`ari: Allah’s Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) said, “ Cleanliness is half of Faith .”(Sahih Muslim) Allah, the Almighty, says, [ Surely, Allah loves those who turn much to Him, and He loves those who purify themselves. ]  (Al-Baqarah 2:222). Considering how Islam, like other world religions, advocates cleanliness as emphasized numerous times in the Qur’an and Hadith, one would not typically associate  danger  with such a virtuous habit. However, modern methods of bathing have become such a health risk that they are starting to rival the health risks associated with the ancient  public baths . While trying to improve the convenience of our traditional bathing options, modern technology has created new hazards that many are not aware of. These hazards include bacteria in showerheads , molds in the bathrooms, and chlorine in the water used. What Is Going On in There? A research conducted at the University o...

Indeed, it is Allah who is the [continual] Provider, the firm possessor of strength. (Quran, 51:58 ) This Name relates to Al – Samad in that it means the One who is firm in strength. Linguistically it also means something that rises and stays, as well as the hard or apparent part of something. Allah subhanahu wa ta`ala (exalted is He) reminds us He is Al-Mateen to address any trepidation we might have. We all have worries and fears, and we might even consider giving up on our values and principles for worldly gain. But Allah reminds us that He is Firm in strength. Whenever you feel your resolve wavering, hold on to Him. When you feel weak, seek strength from the One who is the Most Strong . When you feel that you cannot be steadfast, hold on to the One who is Firm so you do not slip. Allah reveals His Names to us so that we can turn to Him in every situation and be reassured no matter what troubles there are around us. Whenever you feel unsure, turn to Him and understand His N...

Editor’s note: This article is republished with a kind permission  from www.ruqayasbookshelf.com     The following is a story that my father used to tell my siblings and me when we were children: A man once came to a scholar and said to him, “More than anything, I want to have a dream of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). How can I do this?” The scholar thought for a moment, then told him, “Go home and eat a big dinner of extremely salty fish. Add as much salt as you can to your dish, but do not drink a single sip of water for the rest of the day. “ The man was incredibly excited. He rushed to the supermarket and bought up the saltiest fish he could find to have for dinner. During dinner, his senses were overwhelmed with the saltiness of the fish. He really wanted a glass of water, but he remembered what the scholar had told him and stayed away from it. For the rest of the day, he was miserable. The saltiness scratched at his throat and he felt more parched than ever. A...

The first time I heard the word “Islam”, I was in my first year of college. I spent the next few years learning more about this word, this faith. Something about it spoke to me. But I rejected it time and again, thinking it had not been what I was taught growing up. I chose pride in my upbringing, in my heritage over the truth from my Creator, until the weight of the truth became too much for me to reject. I exercised my freewill in rejecting and finally accepting Islam. Read more about my journey to Islam  here , and  here . The topic of freewill and human beings’ ability to choose is one topic that many people get wrong about Islam. Many people erroneously believe that Islam teaches strict predestination or fatalism, the idea that human beings are either predestined to go to heaven or hell no matter what we choose to believe or do and no matter what our intentions are. This is because the idea of  qadar  (divine will) is often misunderstood. But  qadar...

Allah told the angels that He wanted to create another nation. The angels asked are we not worshipping you enough? Allah said no, but I want a different group of people where sometimes they remember Me. The post Are We not Worshipping You Enough? appeared first on About Islam . source https://aboutislam.net/multimedia/videos/not-worshipping-enough/

Here is an excellent Quran recitation of Surah Ghashiyah by Qari Aziz Al Kawser. It is beautifully recited and there are English subtitles. The post Excellent Quran Recitation – Surah Al-Ghashiyah appeared first on About Islam . source https://aboutislam.net/multimedia/videos/excellent-quran-recitation-surah-al-ghashiyah/

What do you know about the Islamic calendar? Hijrah marked the start of the Hijri calendar! Check out these facts every Muslim should know! The post Facts About the Hijri Calendar appeared first on About Islam . source https://aboutislam.net/multimedia/videos/facts-hijri-calendar/

Muslims from across North America will gather Friday, August 30, in Houston, Texas, for the opening day of the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) 56th annual convention, one of the largest gatherings of its kind on the continent. “We are inviting superpeople of all ages to join us in the biggest gathering of social good changemakers the world has ever seen,” ISNA organizers wrote on its website . “ISNACON’19 will inspire attendees, help them discover their own superpower and transform their vision into action. We are going to do our part and lead the effort to make the world a better place by upskilling, resourcing, connecting, and opening doors for American Muslims who serve humanity. This year’s Convention themed, “ What’s your super power for social good? ,” brings together both Muslim and interfaith individuals, families, businesses and non-profit organizations for a full schedule of lectures, discussions, debates, and entertainment. The occasion is scheduled to run fo...

For the victims of the Christchurch terrorist attack, a meet-and-greet with the All Blacks rugby players on Thursday, August 29, was a special event that boosted their morals, Stuff reported. “After the tragedy, this is special for [my children] to see the big teams,” said Osman Ahmed, who was shot in the back when a gunman killed 51 fellow Muslims in the city on March 15. “It’s our aim to push our kids to have an idea for their sports, to let them forget about what happened and make sure they join with the community and join them.” On Thursday, All Blacks Sonny Bill Williams, Ofa Tu’ungafasi , Richie Mo’unga and Sam Whitelock met Ahmed, his three children as well as other families affected by the tragedy. Sam Whitelock signs items for 9-year-old Faduma Aweys during skills, meet and greet session in Christchurch on Thursday. JOSEPH JOHNSON/STUFF The event was organized by Canterbury Resilience Foundation which was founded to help the youth affected by the attacks. Williams, wh...