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The majority of us are now in Winter. Here is a dua for Winter to protect us. لا ِاله ِالا اللهُ مَآ أشَدَّ بَرْدَ هذا الْيَوْمْ ، اَللّٰهُمَّ أجِرْنِيْ مِنْ زَمْهَرِيْرِجَهَنَّمْ Laa ilaaha illallahu ma ashadda barda hazhal yawm , allahumma ajirni min zamhareeri jahannam. jahannam. “There is no deity but Allah, How severe is the cold of today! O Allah! Protect me from the severe cold of Jahannam” (Ibnu Sunni # 30) ( رواه ابن السني –– ) The post Dua for Winter appeared first on About Islam . source https://aboutislam.net/multimedia/videos/dua-for-winter/

You do not own the mosque. That’s right! The mosque is the House of Allah and whoever enters the mosque is the guest of Allah. It doesn’t matter what sect someone is, what colour, what nationality; everyone is welcome in the mosque. Do not judge people when they are new to your community. Honour the guest of Allah The post Honour the Guests of Allah appeared first on About Islam . source https://aboutislam.net/multimedia/videos/honour-the-guests-of-allah/

These days we are thinking and worrying about the future. This is a sign our imaan is weak. Worrying never solves a problem, leave it to Allah and He will take care of it. There are many fake magicians, or fortune tellers who promise to solve your problems. They trick us into thinking they are helping but they really using shaytaans to deceive us.  Mufti Menk gives us ways to build up our imaan and to stop worrying. Every morning and evening put a metal armor around you – protect yourself from jinns and black magic – stick to your prayers and you will be protected.  The post Thinking too Much about the Future? Here is How to Stop appeared first on About Islam . source https://aboutislam.net/multimedia/videos/thinking-too-much-about-the-future-here-is-how-to-stop/

As we welcome the new year with lots of wishes, dreams, plans, and anticipations, we would like to look back and celebrate some remarkable good deeds and inspiring acts of humanity in the year 2019. So we put this question to our audience on Facebook: Who are your Muslim figures of the year? And here is how they voted: Topping the list is Mufti Ismail Menk, the globetrotting Grand Mufti of Zimbabwe. Then followed by Linwood Mosque Imam Alabi Lateef who saved several lives during the New Zealand terror attack . The third place was taken by Dr. Ingrid Mattson, a Muslim religious leader, a professor of Islamic Studies, and an interfaith activist. “They were chosen out of 15 prominent Muslim figures. We shared them as a photo album on Facebook and let our Facebook audience chose by liking their favorites. The ones with the most likes are the winners,” said Nichola Taylor, from AboutIslam .net marketing team. “I believe all the (Muslim) figures selected bring a lot to the Ummah. They...

Getting elected in Congress, appearing on the covers of magazines, and breaking barriers, Muslim women have significantly come to the frontlines of the American Muslim community. In reaction to their ordeal of being constantly targeted by the media, government officials, internet trolls, and even the White House, Muslims gathering in Chicago for the annual MAS-ICNA convention discussed how to support women and stand shoulder to shoulder with them. The Muslim Women Alliance (MWA) hosted on Saturday, December 28, a wonderful series of lectures that truly discussed internal challenges like patriarchy in the Muslim community and external such as Islamophobia and sexism. The panel included both Zahra Billoo and Margari Hill, the two well-renowned women in the realm of Muslim affairs, and women issues in particular. Margari Hill began the session with a story: “There was a time in my life when the Muslim community didn’t stand up for me.” She began to explain one of her college...

Do you have exercising and physical health among your goals for the new year? We all know exercise is great for us. It improves both physical and mental health as well as giving us higher levels of energy throughout the day. If, like many people, you struggle to exercise on a consistent basis, then most likely exercise is not a ‘habit’ for you. Habits are behaviors that are largely automatic and you don’t have to spend time motivating yourself to do it – it’s simply a part of your routine and lifestyle. If you would like exercise to become ‘automatic’ for you – along with all the associated benefits – follow this proven 7 step method from “ 7 Steps to Make or Break Habits ” E-book . 1- Develop Self Awareness First you must develop awareness of the need to change. What are all the reasons that starting an exercise habit is a necessity for you? You also need to build awareness of your current exercise habits and fitness level so you can make improvements. Are you exercising daily, ...

Some of the photos that shaped 2019 for Muslims around the world. Rashida Tlaib, wearing a traditional Palestinian robe, takes the oath of office on Thomas Jefferson’s Qur’an as one of the first two Muslim Congresswomen in the US. (Photo: Saul Loeb/AFP/Getty Images) Ilhan Omar takes the oath of office on Thomas Jefferson’s Qur’an as one of the first two Muslim Congresswomen in the US. Photograph: Erik S Lesser/EPA Salma Zahid elected in 2019 as Liberal Member of Parliament for Scarborough Centre Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane celebrate after winning the 2019 Champions League Listed as Europe’s first green eco-mosque, the Cambridge Central Mosque opened its doors officially in December. American singer Della Miles, vocalist for Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston, converts to Islam NZ Rugby Player Ofa Tu’ungafasi Accepts Islam shortly after Christchurch mosque massacre Flowers and signs pictured at a memorial as a tribute to victims of the mosque attacks, near a police l...

The Muslim community in Newfoundland and Labrador are rolling up their sleeves to donate blood to Canadian Blood Services and avoid shortage that usually occurs during holiday seasons, CBC reported. “The Muslim Association of Newfoundland and Labrador wanted to fill in shortages and bridge gaps and work very positively with the other communities when they are busy with their holidays,” Abdelsalam Abugharara, a volunteer imam at the local mosque, said. He added that the idea was about “supporting one another and bringing happiness to people in hospitals.” Canadian Blood Services sees a lull around the holiday season, despite being open 365 days a year. (Ryan Remiorz / The Canadian Press) Praise Gord Skiffington, a manager for Canadian Blood Services in St. John’s, praised the Muslim community for the remarkable gesture. “It was just incredible. It was amazing,” he said. “We need all blood types every day of the year, and certain times of the year it’s a littl...

Work hard towards achieving what you believe is beneficial for you. (Prophet Muhammad) Work Hard You need a job? Work hard towards it. Use the capacity that the Almighty has given you to achieve it. You’re not feeling well? Go to the doctor, go and do something about it. You want to get married? Get up and do something, talk to people, and try things. Don’t just sit and say: “I believe in the Almighty Allah, He’s predestined everything. If it’s meant to be, it will come to me in my lounge!” The Almighty gave you the capacity, the technology, the ability… He has written for us things, but obviously He expects us to play our role. Use your capacity, use your brain, use whatever Allah gave you and do your best. Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: A strong believer is better and is more lovable to Allah than a weak believer, and there is good in everyone, (but) cherish that which gives you benefit (in the Hereafter) and seek help from Allah and do not lose heart, and if any...

What is the correct perspective on humans relation with Allah? How to Gain Love of Allah and People by Shariah Editor For some religions the main characteristic they attribute to their god is an angry vengeful jealous god. You must appease him or else his wrath will be upon you. On the other side of the spectrum you have certain religions that only focus on love and mercy and claim that “god is love”. With such beliefs, they create great injustices to themselves and those around them having no fear of accountability. Relation with Allah: How Islam Is Different Unlike other religions, in Islam we worship Allah based upon three motivational factors of Love , Hope and Fear. In this special series episode of Tafsir of Surat Al-Fatihah , Sheikh Dr. Yasir Qadhi discusses the three motivational factors of worship; namely Love, Hope & Fear. The video also touches on theological concepts of Monotheism, Messengers and the Day of Judgement . Learn and benefit from this ...

In a fun-filled weekend, slightly farther away from the Bazaar, and the thundering sounds of the main hall, a social event was brewing that created a ton of buzz. In addition to the youth programs, main programs and other parallel activities that underscored the MAS-ICNA convention , a Singles event and overall networking session was being organized by an organization by the name of “Pious hearts”. Before the 100+ attendees that filled the space the following Saturday, I sat down with the Founder & Owner Nawal Ali, to pick her brain on the origins of this event and the Matchmaking service she had created. I asked her how she started this event, and this service overall, and why it was of such a burning passion to her. “The reason I started this company was I felt there was a need for a private service that was not public like a lot of the different Muslim themed apps out there, but the problem was a lot of girls did not want to put it out there due to the stigma of being on thos...

Muslims believe the Quran to be God’s final revelation and divine miracle of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) which is still preserved. This everlasting miracle is the Book of the Quran which contains the literal Words of God: Falsehood cannot approach it from before it or from behind it  (Quran 41:42 ) The Quran is God’s divine and last message sent to Prophet Muhammad which is full of wisdom, truth, and guidance. In this folder, Discovering Islam compiled some of interesting articles and inspiring stories that we hope you enjoy reading. The Divine Truth The Story of the Quran When Prophet Muhammad recited the Quran – the words of God – the Arabs were moved tremendously by its sublime tone and extraordinary beauty… Read Also: 5 Proofs that the Quran is the Word of God 9 Astonishing Facts in the Quran that will Surprise You The Story of the Quran 6 Proofs that Muhammad didn’t Author the Quran How were the Quran’s Verses and Cha...

What does new year’s eve mean to a Muslim? Our Prophet gave us two Eids, Eid ul Fitr and Ei ul Adha, there is also every single Friday, jummah, the day of khutbah are all days of celebration in Islam. Stay away from gatherings where there is free mixing and alcohol. If this day is anyway meaningful we should use it to reflect on what we have done in the previous year. We are one more year closer to our graves. Have we improved ourselves? Make it a night of worship, a night where we renew our promises to Allah (swt). The post What to Do on New Year’s Eve appeared first on About Islam . source https://aboutislam.net/multimedia/videos/what-to-do-on-new-years-eve/

When we go through a hard time, it’s very tempting to skip a prayer. Then, before you know it, you’ve skipped another and another. Do we not realise that by doing this we are only harming ourselves? We need this connection with Allah! Allah says in the Quran, “Those who believe and work righteous deeds,- from them shall We blot out all evil (that may be) in them, and We shall reward them according to the best of their deeds.” Hold tight to your prayer. Even when you feel nothing, when you’re just going through the motions, keep your faith. Allah promises that He will reward you according to the best prayer you ever prayed. SubhanAllah! The post Hold Tight to Your Prayer! appeared first on About Islam . source https://aboutislam.net/multimedia/videos/hold-tight-to-your-prayer/

Hijab. One of the most curious aspects of Islam has got to be the headscarf. Every sister you meet will be able to regale you with hilarious stories of questions she’s been asked about her scarf. From “Do you wear it in the shower?” to “Are you bald?” If you aren’t Muslim, this should answer some questions. If you are Muslim, this will give you a giggle. The post Do You Have Hair Under Your Hijab? appeared first on About Islam . source https://aboutislam.net/multimedia/videos/do-you-have-hair-under-your-hijab/

“Step out of the shadows of your own world, and step forthrightly into a participatory America — an America you have helped build, strengthen, and prosper… I want to see an America that embraces our faith as its own — if we step out of the shadows.”— First Muslim Congressman, Keith Ellison Muslims in the US live inside interlinking social and cultural circles, one inside the other, the biggest of which is the global Muslim community and the smallest can be the different religious sects and groups within the one Muslim community in a district in one of the American states. Some research work has been comparing the attention that US Muslims should give to the global Muslim community — the biggest circle — versus the attention they should give to their internal concerns as American citizens. Yet, fewer researches compared how US Muslims prioritize between their internal needs as a Muslim community living in a non-majority-Muslim country and the need to communicate their beliefs and fai...