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Obituary: Habib Abbas al Saqqaf

September 24, 2018

As the year 1439 came to a close, the Ummah lost one of its great…

Forgotten Sunnas: Greetings of Peace – Shaykh Jamir Meah

September 18, 2018

When we pass a fellow Muslim on the street, or sit next to each other on the train or bus, we are often hesitant to give salam. This could be for many reasons. However, it is important to try to overcome this barrier and be as free and generous with our greetings of peace with one another as possible, and ideally, stretch ourselves to even smile or look pleased to see another Muslim!

Adab 04: The Adab of Homes – Ustadh Tabraze Azam

September 15, 2018

There is much guidance from Allah and His messenger, Allah bless him and give him peace, regarding the standards of Muslim homes, and gratitude entails that we strive to adorn our homes with these matters as much as reasonably possible. Gratitude is more than mere words.

What Makes A Marriage Work – Shaykh Hamza Yusuf

September 9, 2018

In terms of what engenders and facilitates these relationships, one is really important: Islamic etiquette. It’s very important to remember that just like your brother, you’re supposed to greet them with a smile.

Imam al Haddad Rebukes One of His Students – Muwasala

September 4, 2018

In this letter, Imam al Haddad issues a strong rebuke to one of his students. Before even addressing him personally, he eloquently reminds him of the worthlessness of this life and warns him against being attached to anything worldly. He asks Allah to rectify his heart and bless him with contentment.

Adab 03: The Etiquette of Allah’s Elect – Ustadh Tabraze Azam

July 19, 2018

In our desire to become true students, we have to uphold the kind of adab, or right etiquette, that colors Allah’s elect. People of knowledge are chosen by Allah Most High, and we cannot do anything more but to aspire to the way of those whose scholarship is recognized by one and all...