FAJR REMINDER: THE ELDEST DAUGHTER (1) Jumādā al-Ākhirah 4, 1448 AH Saturday, 14th November, 2026. Among the distinguished women in Islamic history was Zaynab bint Muḥammad (Raḍiyallāhu ‘Anhā), the eldest daughter of the Messenger of Allāh (ﷺ) and his beloved wife, Khadījah bint Khuwaylid (Raḍiyallāhu ‘Anhā). She embraced Islām when her father received the first revelation, but her husband, Abū al-‘Āṣ ibn al-Rabī‘, did not initially accept the message. Despite the challenges this created in her marriage, she remained steadfast in her faith. One of the most touching incidents in her life occurred after the Battle of Badr, when her husband was captured. Zaynab sent a necklace as ransom for his release. It was the very necklace her mother, Khadījah (RA), had given her as a wedding gift. When the Messenger of Allāh (ﷺ) saw the necklace, he recognised it and was deeply moved by the memories of his beloved wife. He asked his Companions whether they would agree to release Abū al-‘Āṣ and...
DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER. Yaum As-Sabt | 4th Day of Jumaadal Aakhir, 1448 AH | Saturday, 14th November, 2026. LET US REMAIN STEADFAST IN OUR GOOD DEEDS, FOR STEADFASTNESS IS A PATH TO PARADISE (CONCLUSION). BismilLāh. Assalaamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakaatuh, my dear brothers and sisters in Islaam. Our goal is not merely to begin our journey as good Muslims, but to remain steadfast upon goodness until our last breath. Let us not be Muslims of Ramadhan alone, Fridays alone or difficult times alone. Let us remain Muslims every day, in every situation, until we meet ALLAH Azzawajal. Remember, Jannah is not attained through wishful thinking alone. It requires sincere faith, the mercy of ALLAH and a lifetime of striving in obedience to HIM. So, let us remain consistent: Never abandon our five daily Salah, regardless of how busy life gets. Make the Qur'an and Dhikr part of our daily routine. Give charity, even if it is small. Remain patient during trials and grateful du...