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  THURSDAY NIGHT & FRIDAY: INCREASE YOUR ṢALAWĀT UPON THE PROPHET ﷺ بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ Dear brothers and sisters in Islam, The night preceding Friday begins at sunset on Thursday. It is commonly referred to as Laylat al-Jumu'ah (the night of Friday). As we approach this blessed day, let us prepare our hearts and tongues by increasing our Ṣalawāt (sending blessings and salutations) upon our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Let us begin on Thursday evening and continue throughout Friday. One beautiful and simple formula is: اللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ وَسَلِّمْ عَلَى نَبِيِّنَا مُحَمَّدٍ Allāhumma ṣalli wa sallim 'alā Nabiyyinā Muhammad. (O Allah, send Your blessings and peace upon our Prophet Muhammad.) WHY SHOULD WE DO THIS? Did you know that Allah (SWT) Himself sends blessings upon the Prophet ﷺ, and that His angels do so as well? This is established in the Noble Qur'an. Allah says: “Indeed, Allah and His angels send blessings upon the Prophet. O you ...

  FAJR REMINDER: THE NEGLECT OF CHILDREN'S TARBIYAH By: Umm ‘Affān Jumādā al-Ākhirah 2, 1448 AH | 12 November 2026 Who Is Raising the Next Generation of Muslims? One growing concern within Muslim communities today is the gradual neglect of children's spiritual and moral upbringing. Many parents devote considerable attention to providing material comfort, quality education, financial security, and opportunities for their children to succeed in life. While these responsibilities are important, some parents unfortunately overlook an even greater responsibility: nurturing their children's relationship with Allāh (ﷻ). Today, some children can excel academically, operate sophisticated smartphones, and navigate social media with remarkable ease, yet struggle with fundamental aspects of Islām, including Ṣalāh, Qur'ān recitation, good manners, and understanding their religious identity. Furthermore, many children are increasingly exposed to inappropriate entertainment, ha...

  ASSALAMU ALAYKUM WARAHMATULLĀHI WABARAKATUH OUR TODAY'S ADMONITION: WHAT IS SABR? Praise be to ALlāh. For a long time, I thought Sabr simply meant being patient and waiting for difficult situations to pass. However, the more I reflect on its meaning, the more I realise that Sabr is much deeper than that. If I were to put what I have come to understand into words, it would be this: Sabr is holding back angry words when someone fails to understand the struggles you are going through. Sabr is taking your frustration to ALlāh in heartfelt Du'a rather than allowing anger and bitterness to consume you. Sabr is forgiving someone who has hurt you, even when they never acknowledge the pain they have caused. Sabr is facing people who abandoned you with dignity, even when your heart is still hurting. Sabr is knowing when to remain silent because you have already explained yourself countless times. Sabr is fulfilling your responsibilities, even when doing so feels difficult. ...

  DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER Yaum Al-Arbi‘ā’ | 1st Day of Jumādā al-Ākhirah, 1448 AH | Wednesday, 11th November 2026 LET US NOT SACRIFICE OUR ĀKHIRAH FOR WORLDLY GAINS (CONTINUED) بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ Dear brothers and sisters in Islam, Let us continue from yesterday's reminder. There is absolutely nothing wrong with aspiring to become wealthy, owning properties, establishing successful businesses, securing good employment, or providing a comfortable life for our families. In fact, earning lawful (Halal) provision, supporting our families, and spending our wealth responsibly can all become acts of worship when accompanied by sincere intentions and adherence to Islamic principles. However, we must never lose sight of our priorities. Do not sacrifice your Salah for your salary. Do not sacrifice your honesty and integrity for business profits. Do not sacrifice your Islamic identity for social acceptance. Do not compromise your Halal principles for financial o...

  YOUR REAL INHERITANCE بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ Imagine a life in which humanity enjoys eternal happiness, free from sickness, suffering, poverty, death, and every form of worldly hardship. That is the reality of Jannah (Paradise), which Allah (SWT) has prepared for His righteous servants. However, Paradise has different levels, and its inhabitants will not all occupy the same ranks. Their positions and rewards will differ according to the mercy, justice, and wisdom of Allah (SWT), as well as their faith and righteous deeds. The important question is: What are we doing today to secure a high position in Jannah? SERVANTS OF ALLAH! Abdullah ibn Amr (RA) reported that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: “Verily, in Paradise are rooms whose outside can be seen from inside and whose inside can be seen from outside.” Abu Musa asked, “Who are they for, O Messenger of Allah?” He replied: “For those who spend the night standing for the sake of Allah while people sleep...

  DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER Yaum Ath-Thulāthā’ | 29th Day of Jumādā al-Ūlā, 1448 AH | Tuesday, 10th November 2026 DO NOT SACRIFICE YOUR ĀKHIRAH FOR WORLDLY PROFIT بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ Dear brothers and sisters, Ask yourselves: What is the benefit of earning money through activities that displease ALLAH Azzawajal? What is the value of increasing business profits while accumulating sins? What will we say to ALLAH Azzawajal when we stand before HIM on the Day of Judgement? Can wealth acquired through Haraam activities bring genuine Barakah into our lives? Remember that provision (Rizq) comes from ALLAH Azzawajal. We must never assume that abandoning Haraam earnings will deprive us of the provision ALLAH has destined for us. The Prophet ﷺ taught us that whoever abandons something for the sake of ALLAH, ALLAH will compensate them with something better. Therefore, let us refrain from selling alcohol and other prohibited products. We must also avoid transporting...

  DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER Yaum Ath-Thulāthā’ | 29th Day of Jumādā al-Ūlā, 1448 AH | Tuesday, 10th November 2026 DO NOT SACRIFICE YOUR ĀKHIRAH FOR WORLDLY PROFIT بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ Dear brothers and sisters, Ask yourselves: What is the benefit of earning money through activities that displease ALLAH Azzawajal? What is the value of increasing business profits while accumulating sins? What will we say to ALLAH Azzawajal when we stand before HIM on the Day of Judgement? Can wealth acquired through Haraam activities bring genuine Barakah into our lives? Remember that provision (Rizq) comes from ALLAH Azzawajal. We must never assume that abandoning Haraam earnings will deprive us of the provision ALLAH has destined for us. The Prophet ﷺ taught us that whoever abandons something for the sake of ALLAH, ALLAH will compensate them with something better. Therefore, let us refrain from selling alcohol and other prohibited products. We must also avoid transporting...

  SMS FOR COUPLES بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم My brother, my sister, read this message carefully. You must learn to accept your spouse for who they are. Indeed, one of the major causes of marital conflict is the habit of comparing one's husband or wife with Mr A or Mrs B whom one admires from a distance. Sometimes, we look at other people's marriages and assume that their spouses are more loving, caring, understanding and responsible than ours. We forget that we only see what they choose to show us, not necessarily what happens behind closed doors. Listen! By the time you get closer to those people you consider perfect and discover their own shortcomings, you may begin to appreciate the person you have at home. 😷 After all, nobody is entirely bad, just as nobody is entirely good. Every human being has strengths and weaknesses, including you and me. Allah (SWT) reminds us in the Qur'an: وَعَاشِرُوهُنَّ بِٱلْمَعْرُوفِۚ فَإِن كَرِهْتُمُوهُنَّ فَعَسَىٰٓ أَن تَكْرَهُوا۟ شَ...

  FAJR REMINDER: THE BREAKDOWN OF MUSLIM FAMILIES Jumādā al-Ūlā 29, 1448 AH | Monday, 9 November 2026 Where Has Our Sense of Responsibility Gone? One of the growing concerns within Muslim communities today is the gradual erosion of family values and the increasing instability of Muslim households. Marital conflicts, rising divorce rates, domestic abuse, neglect in children's upbringing, irresponsible husbands, unappreciative wives, and unrealistic expectations fuelled by social media are increasingly challenging the foundations of many families. Sadly, some couples appear more concerned with asserting their rights than fulfilling their responsibilities. Others approach marriage as a competition in which one person must emerge victorious, rather than as a partnership founded upon love, mercy, sacrifice, cooperation, and mutual understanding. Why Are Our Homes Losing Their Stability? At the heart of this problem are weak religious commitment, selfishness, ineffective communica...

  DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER. Yaum Al-Ithnayn | 28th day of Jumaadal Awwal, 1448 AH | Monday, 9th November, 2026. SELLING ALCOHOL TO NON-MUSLIMS DOES NOT MAKE IT PERMISSIBLE BismilLahir Rahmanir Raheem. One of the dangerous misconceptions among Muslims today is the belief that selling something Haraam becomes permissible simply because the buyer is a non-Muslim. Some Muslims argue: "I am not drinking the alcohol; I am only selling it. Besides, the person buying it is not a Muslim." However, Islam does not only prohibit Muslims from consuming what is Haraam; it also prohibits participating in, facilitating or financially benefiting from certain forbidden activities. ALLAH Azzawajal commands us not to cooperate in sin and transgression. ALLAH Azzawajal says: وَلَا تَعَاوَنُوا عَلَى الْإِثْمِ وَالْعُدْوَانِ "And do not cooperate in sin and aggression." (Qur'an 5:2). Selling alcohol, whether to a Muslim or a non-Muslim, directly facilitates the consumption an...

  LETTER TO BROTHERS بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Religious leaders often preach patience, but rarely hold men accountable for emotional neglect within marriage. A neglected wife is frequently told to “make du‘ā” and remain patient, while the husband responsible for her emotional suffering is seldom challenged over his conduct or failure to fulfil his marital responsibilities. Furthermore, communities sometimes turn a blind eye, dismissing such situations with statements like “It is a private matter” or “She should be more patient.” Yet, as the saying goes, “The axe forgets, but the tree remembers.” Behind closed doors, many women carry emotional wounds and psychological scars that remain invisible to those around them. Dear Muslim brothers, Al-Qurṭubī (Raḥimahullāh) is reported to have said: “If you have power over your wife, then remember the Might of Allah; Allah’s Might is above every might. Therefore, no one should transgress against his wife, for Allah Almighty is ever w...

  WHAT'S YOUR ANSWER? بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Allāh (SWT) asks a profound question in the Qur’ān: أَمَّنۡ هُوَ قَٰنِتٌ ءَانَآءَ ٱلَّيۡلِ سَاجِدࣰا وَقَآئِمࣰا يَحۡذَرُ ٱلۡأٓخِرَةَ وَيَرۡجُواْ رَحْمَةَ رَبِّهِۦۗ “Is one who is devoutly obedient during the hours of the night, prostrating and standing in prayer, fearing the Hereafter and hoping for the mercy of his Lord, like one who does not?” [Qur’ān 39:9] The answer is clear: No! They are certainly not equal! Allāh knows how difficult it can be. He knows the struggle you face when leaving the comfort of your bed. He sees you battling physical exhaustion and sleepy eyes, striving to rise in the stillness of the night solely to worship Him. This is why Allāh praises those who stand in prayer during the night. Their devotion, sincerity and consciousness of the Hereafter distinguish them from those who remain heedless. My dear brothers and sisters, When you make Tahajjud a consistent part of your life, you demonstrate a rema...

  FAJR REMINDER: THE CRISIS OF KNOWLEDGE IN THE AGE OF SOCIAL MEDIA Jumādā al-‘Ūlā 28, 1448 AH | 8 November 2026 Are We Truly Learning Islām or Merely Consuming Religious Content? One troubling trend in our time is the growing confusion between acquiring authentic religious knowledge and merely consuming religious content. Almost everyone with a social media account appears equipped to discuss religious matters. Many issue Fatāwā without the requisite knowledge or expertise, circulate unverified narrations without taking the time to authenticate them, interpret Qur'ān verses without adequate understanding, and criticise others readily while showing little commitment to rigorous learning. Some even feel more confident challenging established scholars based on brief video clips than addressing the gaps in their own knowledge. Interestingly, some attempt to justify their lack of qualifications by saying, “I am also a Muslim.” But does being a Muslim automatically confer scholarly...

  DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER. Yaumul Ahad | 27th day of Jumādā al-Awwal, 1448 AH | Sunday, 8th November, 2026. COVERING THE FAULTS OF OTHERS: A PATH TO ALLAH'S FORGIVENESS AND MERCY. Bismillāh. Assalāmu Alaikum Warahmatullāhi Wabarakātuh, dear brothers and sisters in Islam. One of the beautiful qualities of a true believer is the willingness to conceal the faults and shortcomings of others rather than expose, disgrace or humiliate them. Sometimes, we discover the mistakes of our spouses, relatives, friends, neighbours or fellow Muslims. What do we do? Do we rush to announce their shortcomings, spread their private affairs and damage their reputations? Remember, just as we would love ALLAH Azzawajal to conceal our own faults in this world and on the Day of Judgement, we should also learn to conceal the faults of others. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said: "Whoever conceals the faults of a Muslim, ALLAH will conceal his faults in this world and the Hereafter." (Sahih Musli...