We have already mentioned its prohibition as well as the evidences for that and what has been reported concerning the punishment for it.  We also mentioned its definition, however all of this was brief.  We will now add more to its explanat...

Muslims worldwide observe total fasting (no food or water) between dawn to sunset in the month of Ramadan. They do so not for losing weight or any medical benefit, but as it is ordained in Qur’an which says."O you who believe! Fasting is prescribed...

ABU ALI HASAN IBN AL-HAITHAM (ALHAZEN) (965 - 1040 C.E.)Al-Haitham, known in the West as Alhazen, is considered as the father of modern Optics. Abu Ali Hasan Ibn al-Haitham was one of the most eminent physicists, whose contribution...

Praise be to Allah, the Most High, the Almighty, the Free from imperfection and fault, who is Self-Sufficient and does not need the advice of a minister or an expert. May Allah send peace and blessing upon our master, Prophet Muhammad who ruled us by...

Purity of intention is essential in all deeds. Narrated Abu Huraira (may Allah be pleased with him): I heard Allah's Messenger (Peace be upon him) saying: “The first of the people whose case will be decided on the Day of Judgment will be a man who di...

A key part of being productive, is about focusing your mind on what’s beneficial and de-cluttering it from unproductive thoughts.If we can record our inner thoughts and replay them to ourselves each day, we’ll be shocked at how much junk there is a...

1- When the Prophet (saw) reached 40 years old, Gabriel (as) came to him with the revelation from his Lord when he was worshipping his lord in Hira' Cave.2- The Prophet (saw) continued calling his lord secretly for three years.3- The formers embr...

The four categories of Muslims are as follow:al-Qisam al-Awwal (The First Category):1. They do not want by this from the people a recompense or thankfulness, and nor do they seek a high position with them, and they do not seek praise and position...

Family May thousands of blessings be upon the Holy Prophet (sallallahu alaihi wasallam), a mercy for the worlds, and blessings also upon the true religion of Allah revealed to him. Islam has brought the world out of darkness by establishing the crite...

Question For the Eid and Janaazah prayers, is it legislated to raise the hands with the takbeers (besides the first one)? Answer Shaikh al-Albaani:“No, it is not legislated.” in reference to the Janaazah prayer in particular, the Shaikh –...

Question Noble Shaikh, I read a hadeeth in a small book, which states: “Take what you wish from the Qur’an for whatever you wish (i.e. need).” Is this hadeeth authentic? Please benefit us, may Allah reward you. Answer This hadeeth: “Take what you wis...

Question Is every mushrik (one who associates partners with Allah in that which is only for Him) a kaafir (disbeliever), but not every kaafir a mushrik? Answer Shaikh al-Albaani:“This is the understanding present in people’s minds save a few. I wil...

Question In our mixed schools many occasions and ceremonies are held accompanied by musical instruments such as the School choir and the like. They take the students to watch a play on the so-called "The World Children's Day". Allah knows best what w...

Question As-salamu `Alaykum warahmatullah wabarakatuh (May Allah's Peace, Mercy, and Blessings be upon you!)I have some trouble remembering places. I cannot describe to others the place where I would like to go to and I cannot describe with words t...

Question As-Salamu `Alaykum. I always feel bored and sad. This feeling began with me before marriage. Then I got married and I did not feel comfortable even though I love my husband very much and he also loves me. I am crying bitterly and he keeps on...

Question As-salamu `Alaykum warahmatullah (May Allah's Peace and Mercy be upon you)! What is the treatment of frequent thinking and preoccupation with it in Shari`ah science and in psychology? I mean managing things, analyzing words and (past , ...

Question As-Salamu `Alaykum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh (May Allah's Peace, Mercy, and Blessings be upon you!)I am 17-years-old girl and my feelings toward others are excessive. I love people very much and when I love them, I get attached to th...

Question Dear valued Sheikh, will the torment of Hell-Fire be a physical torment to the body? Or is it a state of mind or something? And how can a person endure the pain? Answer All praise be to Allah and peace be upon the Messenger of Allah, upon hi...

An 8 page essay explaining the rulings of celebrating in the middle of the Islamic month of Shabaan. By Muhammad Salih Al Munajjid.

Introduction to the science of hadith, is a 13th-century book written by Abd al-Raḥmān ibn Uthmān al-Shahrazūrī, better known as Ibn al-Ṣalāḥ. It comprises 65 chapters at 315 pages in length.

Hajj and Umrah guide is an awesome 80 page resource for one who is planning on performing Hajj. Written and compiled by Talal bin Ahmad al-Aqeel. This book comes with many colour diagrams and images, and is well written. A must have read!

This 49 page booklet by Abdul Basit Ahmad is a biography on the life of the Sahabah - Anr bin al Aas.

The life of Prophet Muhammad Volume 3, by ibn Kathir the compiler of sahih hadith. 543 pages.

A 262 page book by Jamaal al-Din M. Zarabozo. An in depth analysis of the world of Jinns (Devils). This wisdom in the creation of satan with references fro the Qur'an.

Hadith, Jami at-Tirmidhi - volume 2 is part of a 6 volume series. He began compiling it after the year 250 A.H. 575 pages.

Abu Bakr as-Siddeeq is a comprehensive 768 page book outlining the seerah (history) of the first of the 4 rightly guided Caliphs.

A 63 page booklet by Shaikh Saleh ibn Fawzan ibn al-Fawzan. Encompasses the ruling regarding celebration the Prophets (saw) birthday.

Summary of JUZ - 1Covers the first Juz of the Qur’an, beginning with Surah Fatihah and concluding with verse 141 of Surah Baqarah

Summary of JUZ - 2Covers the second Juz of the Qur’an, beginning with Surah Baqarah verse 142 and concluding with verse 252 of Surah Baqarah

Summary of JUZ - 3Covers the third Juz of the Qur’an, beginning with Surah Baqarah verse 253 and concluding with verse 92 of Surah Ali Imran

Summary of JUZ - 4Covers the fourth Juz of the Qur’an, beginning with Surah Ali Imran verse 93 and concluding with verse 23 of Surah An Nisa

Summary of JUZ - 5Covers the fifth Juz of the Qur’an, beginning with Surah An Nisa verse 24 and concluding with verse 147 of Surah An Nisa

Summary of JUZ - 6Covers the sixth Juz of the Qur’an, beginning with Surah An Nisa verse 148 and concluding with verse 82 of Surah Al Maidah

Summary of JUZ - 7Covers the seventh Juz of the Qur’an, beginning with Surah Al Maidah verse 83 and concluding with verse 110 of Surah Al Anam

Summary of JUZ - 8Covers the eight Juz of the Qur’an, beginning with Surah Al Anam verse 111 and concluding with verse 87 of Surah Al Araf

Summary of JUZ - 9Covers the ninth Juz of the Qur’an, beginning with Surah Al Araf verse 88 and concluding with verse 40 of Surah Al Anfal