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 FAJR REMINDER: UNDERSTANDING ALLĀH’S WISDOM IN REPEATED TRIALS  By: Umm Affān Sha'bān 6, 1447 (25-January-2026) All praise belongs to Allāh, the Most Merciful, the Most Wise. We express our gratitude to Him in times of ease and in times of difficulty. In our moments of strength and vulnerability, we seek His Assistance, and we turn to Him with the understanding that every decree is purposeful. Peace and blessings be upon our beloved Prophet Muḥammad (ﷺ), who has shown us how to confront challenges with patience, hope, and steadfast faith. A recurring concern for many believers is the question of why we face repeated trials, such as illness. Islām teaches that Allāh tests His servants based on His perfect Wisdom—there is no element of randomness or neglect in His Dealings. Allāh states: “And We will surely test you with something of fear and hunger and loss of wealth and lives and fruits, but give glad tidings to the patient.” [Sūrah Al-Baqarah (2): 155] Trials may resurface b...

 *Together Forever* [[--Episode 7--]] ------------------ بسم الله الرحمان الرجيم Many couples feel their love grows weaker after marriage. This is not one big problem, but many small things together. Two of these things are very important. *First: Not Talking Well* After marriage, sometimes we stop talking clearly. We think our husband or wife should just know what we feel or need. This causes big problems. When two people are not "on the same page," it is like two people pulling a cart in different directions. The cart does not move. You waste energy. You feel stuck. Some couples become like unhappy roommates. Others fight all the time. Some give up. My People, To make love strong, you must talk with wisdom. You must listen. You must try to understand each other. You must be on the same team. *Second: Making Poor Choices* This is hard to say. Sometimes, one person keeps making poor choices. The other person tries hard to hold the family together. This causes great stress a...

 *Pick Your Calls* [[-- Episode 1 --]] ------------------ بسم الله الرحمان الرجيم Think about this. One year is gone. Just like that. One whole year of your life, subtracted. Finished😢. We are now one year closer to our final day. The day we will meet our Lord. It feels like yesterday we were eating and celebrating after last Ramadan. Now? The beautiful smell of this year's Ramadan is already in the air. Allah (swt) has kept us alive to see this time again. Alhamdulillah! But this is a serious truth: We are on a moving bus. The bus of life. It does not stop. It is taking us, right now, to one place: our grave, and then to the Hereafter. So, let's ask ourselves, honestly: (1) What good have I really done since last Ramadan ended? (2) Can I be 100% sure that Allah accepted my prayers, my fasts, my charity from last year? Are my deeds pure enough? (3) What about all the wrong things I did? The promises to Allah I broke? The people I hurt? This is our chance. Yes. A new Ramadan is...

👇 *REMINDER of the Day.* - *Be grateful to Allah.* When Allah Almighty have given us something, part of being grateful to HIM is to utilize that thing in a way that will please Allah. - If Allah has granted you a motor vehicle, don't go to places that are Haram because that is ingratitude. - If Allah has given you a cellphone, don't use it in a Haram manner because that is ingratitude. - If Allah has granted you a house, don't bring in it those who are not suppose to be there, because that is ingratitude. - If Allah has given you wealth, don't buy with it that which will earn the displeasure of Allah, because that is ingratitude. - When Allah gives us health, legs and shoes, we must not use that health and those legs and those shoes to go to places that will earn the displeasure of Allah, because that is ingratitude. May Allah Almighty makes us from among those who are always grateful in every single way. Aameen 🤝🤝🤝🤝🤝🤝🤝

 FAJR REMINDER: IN HIS HOME  By: Umm Affān Sha'bān 5, 1447 (24-January-2026) In Islām, it's customary for a groom to present his bride with a gift known as "Mahr." This gift can vary widely based on what the man is able to offer, ranging from money, gold, to even something as simple as a piece of cloth. We express gratitude to Allāh for the Blessing of Islām. By His Grace, we proceed with the biography of our esteemed mother, Ā’ishah (Raḍiyallāhu ‘Anha). After his marriage to Ā’ishah, the Prophet (ﷺ) provided her with some gold and accommodated her in a room that was part of his mosque. In this special space, Angel Jibreel (‘Alayhi Salām) occasionally descended with divine revelations from Allāh. The marriage between the Prophet (ﷺ) and Ā’ishah marks a significant chapter in his life following the passing of his first wife, Khadījah Bint Khuwaylid (Raḍiyallāhu ‘Anha). The Prophet (ﷺ) conveyed this to Ā’ishah by sharing: “I saw you in a dream for three nights when an a...

 Muslims Till Death: 🍀بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم🍀 ﷺ ♥‌‌‌🍃ﷺ♥‌‌‌🍃ﷺ   *`` ` * *TWO INCIDENTS ABOUT THĖ LOSS OF A PENCIL ✏️!* *The first case of the missing pencil:* One robber says: Once, when I was in 4th class, I lost my pencil. When I came home I told my mother about it, as a punishment she hit me and scolded me. She called me stupid, irresponsible and much more. As a result of my mother's harsh behaviour, I made up my mind that I would not go to my mother empty-handed, so I decided to steal the pencils of my classmates. The next day, I made a plan and I didn't stop stealing one or two pencils but stole the pencils of all my class fellows. At first,  I used to be afraid, but with time I got confident and more fearless. After doing so for a month, I lost the thrill. Then, I decided to go to the next class. I went from one class to another, and finally I went to the school principal's room. It was a year of practical experience in which I learned to steal both theoretically...

 Muslims Till Death: 🍀بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم🍀 ﷺ ♥‌‌‌🍃ﷺ♥‌‌‌🍃ﷺ   *`` ` * I find the story of ‘Aatikah bint Zayd al ‘Adaweeyah fascinating. It gives us insight into how free the women were from the clutches of toxic cultures we’ve all inherited. She was Umar ibn khattab's cousin. She was considered very beautiful and known for her piety. She married Abu bakr (ra)’s son; Abdullah ibn Abi Bakr. Abdullaah loved her with so much passion and was so overwhelmed by her that he wouldn't participate in some battles. At one point, Abu Bakr commanded him to divorce and he did so. He only commanded him to divorce her because he felt she was distracting him from his akhirah. But one day passing by, Abu Bakr (ra) heard his son recite the following poem: ‘I shall never forget you as long as the sun keeps rising, and as long as the moonlight covers the confined pigeons. "My heart turns to you every day and every night, with the hidden affairs that souls are attached to. I have never seen...

 *Together Forever* [[-- Episode 6 --]] ------------------ بسم الله الرحمان الرجيم Amina and Yusuf felt like they were reading different books. In the early days, their marriage felt like one beautiful story. But slowly, the pages turned, and they found themselves in separate chapters. Yusuf worked late to build a secure future. He saw this as tying strong knots for their family. Amina, alone at home, felt those same knots were tightening around her heart, making her feel trapped. She began to untie them by asking for Yusuf's time, which he saw as pulling apart his hard work. They were on completely different pages. One evening, a small question about a bill turned into a big fight. "You never listen!" she said. "You don't appreciate my effort!" he replied. They were pointing fingers, listing each other’s faults, feeling like opponents on a field. That night, Amina remembered the advice of the Prophet (peace be upon him): “Do not get angry.” 📚 Authentic had...

 *Together Forever* [[-- Episode 5 --]] ------------------ بسم الله الرحمان الرجيم Sometimes, after marriage, the strong love you felt can start to feel weaker. This happens to many people. It does not mean you married the wrong person. It often means you have stopped learning about each other. Why does love change after marriage? When you were dating, you tried very hard to know each other. After marriage, you might think, "I know everything about my spouse." But this is not true. People change. What they like changes. If you think you already know everything, you can become bored or disinterested. My People, Marriage is a journey of knowing each other again and again. You must keep learning what is important to your spouse. This keeps your love fresh. In fact, Researchers found that in the happiest marriages, the husband makes a real effort to know his wife well. Yes! Men and women are different. They feel and act in different ways. A wife may talk more about her feelings. ...

 *Together Forever* [[-- Episode 4 --]] ------------------ بسم الله الرحمان الرجيم Love can feel different after marriage. Sometimes it feels less strong. This is normal, but it does not have to stay that way. Think of love like sand in your hands. If you squeeze it too hard, it slips away faster. Love cannot be forced, bought, or made by wishing. Yes. It grows when we work for it. Now, Why does love sometimes grow weaker after marriage? One big reason is talking about your spouse to others. My People, When we are upset, we may talk to friends, family, or neighbors about our husband or wife. We share small complaints or private problems. But this can hurt love. Why? (1) Sharing your spouse’s secrets or faults makes them feel disrespected. (2) It can make you focus only on what is wrong. (3) People you talk to might add more negative ideas, making problems seem bigger. This does not mean you should never ask for help. Sometimes we need advice. But there is a difference between seeki...

 FAJR REMINDER: KHALWA ISN’T AN EXCUSE! By: Umm Affān Sha'bān 4, 1447 (23-January-2026) Yawm Al-Jumu’ah, known as the day of congregational prayer for Muslims, holds a special significance. Unlike the other five daily obligatory prayers, which can be performed individually under valid circumstances, Jumu’ah prayer cannot be observed alone. It is considered Wājib (compulsory) for every able adult male Muslim who is neither sick nor traveling. This makes it an essential practice in Islām. Neglecting or failing to attend Jumu’ah without a valid excuse is regarded as a grave sin. The Prophet (ﷺ) warned, “People should come for Jumu’ah and stop neglecting it, or else Allāh will most certainly seal their hearts and they will most certainly be among the Ghāfilīn (those who do not remember Allāh at all).” [Ṣaḥīḥ Muslim 865] Additionally, he stated, “Whoever leaves three Jumu’ah consecutively out of negligence will have a seal placed upon his heart.” [Sunan An-Nasa'i 1369]. Regretta...

 DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER. Yaumul Jumuat, 4th day of Sha’abaan, 1447AH, Friday, 23rd January, 2026.  *_SOME PRACTICAL LESSONS FOR OUR DAILY LIFE FROM SUURATUL QAARIAH (Qur’an 102)_*. BismilLahir Rahmanir Raheem.  Let's conclude with our studies of suuratul Qaariah with some practical Lessons as follows; 1. Take Accountability Seriously Ask yourself daily: “If my deeds were weighed today, would they be heavy?” 2. Never Underestimate Small Good Deeds. A smile, charity, honesty, patience, everything counts. 3. Do Not Be Deceived by the Dunya Mountains will crumble; wealth and titles will vanish. Only eemaan and righteous deeds remain. 4. Prepare for the Hereafter Balance work, family, and worship with intention for ALLAH Azzawajal. 5. Fear That Leads to Action. This sūrah instills productive fear, fear that reforms behavior, not despair. *_May ALLAH Azzawajal keep guiding and protecting us from any satanic influences_*. Aameen.

 🌷 *The Relationship of Sha’baan with Ramadhaan*🌷 by Asma bint Shameem  Sha’baan is the PRECURSOR, the FORERUNNER to Ramadhaan.  It is the month of PREPARATION for Ramadhaan.  That is why it is said that the relationship of Sha’baan with Ramadhaan is like that of the *Sunnah ar-Rawaatib to the Fardh prayers*.  🔺*What are ar-Rawaatib?* These are the Sunnah prayers associated with the five daily prayers.  So just as these Sunnah prayers help PREPARE us for the daily Fardh prayers, similarly the month of Sha’baan helps us *_prepare_* for the upcoming month of Ramadhaan.  That’s why we’re encouraged SO MUCH to FAST in the month of Sha’baan ....to PREPARE us for the fasting of Ramadhaan.  And that’s one of the reasons why the Prophet ﷺ would FAST MOST of Sha’baan.   🍃Usama ibn Zayd radhi Allaahu anhu said:  “Oh Messenger of Allaah, why don't I see you fast in other months like you do in Sha'baan?  He said:  “That is a month...

 Chapter 13 – The Jealous Wives After the death of Maikudi, sadness covered the house like a dark cloud. Every corner of the home reminded them of him—his seat in the sitting room, his cup, his shoes by the door, the sound of his voice that no longer echoed in the mornings. The children would sometimes run to his room by mistake, forgetting for a moment that their father was no longer there, only to stop suddenly and cry. But even though Maikudi was gone, the story of the family did not end. In fact, a new chapter of their lives had just begun. In the first weeks after his burial, Ameera was completely broken. She barely spoke. She barely ate. She would sit quietly, staring into space, remembering his smile, his laughter, his advice. Sometimes she would hold his clothes and cry silently so the children would not hear her. At that time, it was Sakina and Maryam who became her strength. They stayed by her side day and night. “Sister, you must eat,” Sakina would say gently, bringing f...