Spreading the teachings of Orthodox Islam (Ahl as-Sunna wa al-Jama’ah)
Several ayāt of the Quran and innumerable ahadīth have been narrated on the countless virtues of the Prophetic Household (Ahl al-Bayt) and the necessity of loving, respecting, and honouring them. Considering that the pure name of the Ahl al-Bayt has been hijacked and misrepresented by some groups, and grossly understated by others, it is important … Continue reading Sunni Ahl al-Bayt Literature in English
Below is a translation of a section from the book Tilawat al-Quran al-Majeed by Sheikh Abdullah Sirajuddin1. The footnotes are mine. Al-Tirmidhi narrated the following narration, and said it was sound: On the authority of Ibn Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him and his father) who said that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: Indeed the … Continue reading Caution Against Abandoning The Noble Quran And Forgetting It
Often when Muslims want to learn more and get into reading, they are unsure what to read. There is a lot of literature available nowadays in the English language so someone may become confused with regards to what or who is reliable, and also which books are for beginners and which are for more advanced … Continue reading Recommended Books and Reading Guidance
This is the first in a series of translations of selections from the work Matali al-Budur fi jawami akhbar al-Burur by Sheikh Ahmed al-Sideeq al-Ghumari al-Hasani. This excellent book is a compilation of Hadith divided into over 80 chapters on the topic of being good to parents (Birr al-Walidayn). 'Birr al-Walidayn' can mean to show … Continue reading Parents in Islam (Part 1): The Necessity of Being Kind To Them
Hadith - a form of revelation Revelation (Wahy) is of two types: The Quran – The Quran is the word of Allah Almighty which was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. It is that unchanged, perfect book which contains guidance and has no doubt in it. The Sunnah/Hadith1 – The words of the Prophet ﷺ are also … Continue reading The Strength Of Weak Hadiths
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