Abu Bakr (RA)’s fear of Allah
Out of the fear of Allah Abu Bakr رضي الله عنه would sometimes say, “If only I were grass (so that I would not...
The cause of sinful disobedience
An electric current flowing through a circuit cannot be seen, but it causes a light to switch on which can be seen. The current...
3 ways to develop an Attitude of Gratitude
If we are grateful by being obedient to Allah, He will increase his bounties upon us. Whether it is from a worldly or religious...
How to become a Friend of Allah
Mujahadah means to strive for the pleasure of Allah. In the early days of Islam, Mashaaikh would prescribe intense spiritual exercises and thousands of...
Lessons from a Monkey, Moth and a Bird
I was walking with my children a few days ago and we came across a monkey. A moth flew into his hands and began...
The leaking bucket
Every time the owner of a home steps up his security system, a thief will step up his stealing skills. Before our cars had...
The purpose of Qurbani: To develop Taqwa
The moon has been sighted, the days of Hajj have begun and it will be Eid soon inshaAllah. Currently, everyone is talking about Qurbani...
The marriage conference 2017
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Be wary of whom you take your deen from
Introductory Note: On the 22nd of July 2017 a...
Dealing with trials and the way out
A friend of mine went fishing and managed to hook a big fish. However, he could not pick it up with his rod so...
4 causes, consequences and the cure to showing off
The worst form of riya (i.e. showing off) is in Imaan. This means to show faith outwardly but to inwardly harbour disbelief in Allah....