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 FAJR REMINDER: PRAYING AT HOME DURING HEAVY RAIN By: Umm Affān Muḥarram 4, 1448 (19-June-2026) It is well established that performing the five daily prayers in congregation at the Masjid is obligatory upon every man who is able to do so, according to the stronger scholarly opinion. Nevertheless, the Sharī‘ah, in its mercy and wisdom, recognizes certain legitimate excuses that exempt a person from attending the congregation. Among these valid excuses is rainfall that causes significant hardship, such as soaking one's clothes. The concession applies when heavy rain causes genuine harm or difficulty, whether by drenching one's clothing, exposing one to severe cold, or making the pathways muddy and hazardous. In such circumstances, a Muslim is permitted to perform the prayer at home instead of attending the Masjid. Ibn ‘Umar reported: The Messenger of Allāh (ﷺ) used to order the caller to say on a cold, rainy night, “Alā ṣallū fī ar-riḥāl (Surely, pray in your homes).” [Ṣaḥīḥ ...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaumul Jumuat | 4th day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Friday, 19th June, 2026. *_TAFSEER OF QUR'AN 81, Suurah At-Takwīr (The Overthrowing) continues_*. BismilLah.  Alhamdulillah for granting us the opportunity to be part of this blessed day of the week. Let's continue with our studies of suurah At-Takwīr. Verse 8 وَإِذَا الْمَوْءُودَةُ سُئِلَتْ "And when the girl who was buried alive is asked." Before Islam, some Arabs buried baby girls alive out of shame or fear of poverty. ALLAH Azzawajal honours these innocent victims by publicly questioning them. Verse 9 بِأَيِّ ذَنبٍ قُتِلَتْ "For what sin was she killed?" The question is not for information but to expose the criminality of the oppressors. The child committed no crime. Never wrong another person. Fear ALLAH Azzawajal regarding the weak and vulnerable. ALLAH’S justice is perfect and complete. To be continued tomorrow in Shaa ALLAH.  To be continued tomorrow in Shaa ALLAH.  *_We ask A...

 FAJR REMINDER: SINCERITY IS THE THIRD By: Umm Affān Muḥarram 3, 1448 (18-June-2026) The next condition of Lā ilāha ill-Allāh is Ikhlāṣ (Sincerity). Sincerity is the foundation upon which the testimony of faith stands. It requires that every act of worship be performed solely for the Sake of Allāh, free from any trace of showing off, hypocrisy, or associating partners with Him. A believer must purify both his intentions and actions, directing them exclusively to Allāh. As Allāh (ﷻ) says: “So worship Allāh (Alone) by doing religious deeds sincerely for Allāh's Sake only, (and not to show off, and not to set up rivals with Him in worship). Surely, the religion (i.e. the worship and the obedience) is for Allāh only.” [Sūrah Az-Zumar (39): 2-3] True sincerity demands complete reliance upon Allāh (Alone). Therefore, a Muslim should never resort to magical powders in pursuit of knowledge, sprinkle enchanted water in a shop to attract customers, or consume Shirk-laced concoctions in searc...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaum Al-khamis | 3rd day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Thursday, 18th June, 2026. *_TAFSEER OF QUR'AN 81. Suurah At-Takwīr (The Overthrowing) continues_*. BismilLah.  Let's continue with our studies of suurah At-Takwīr. Verse 5 وَإِذَا الْوُحُوشُ حُشِرَتْ "And when the wild beasts are gathered together." Animals that normally flee from one another will be gathered by ALLAH Azzawajal. This demonstrates the magnitude of that Day when every creature will be brought before its Creator. Verse 6 وَإِذَا الْبِحَارُ سُجِّرَتْ "And when the seas are set ablaze (or overflow)." The oceans, which cover most of the earth, will undergo dramatic changes. Classical scholars explained this as the seas overflowing, while others mentioned they will be ignited by ALLAH'S command. This is another sign of the complete transformation of the universe. Verse 7 وَإِذَا النُّفُوسُ زُوِّجَتْ "And when the souls are paired." People will be grouped acco...

 *Self Evaluation* [[-- Parr One --]] ------------------ بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم My dear brother and sister, please listen. Think of this life like a big exam hall. We are all sitting for a test. But the results? They will not be given to us until the Day of Judgement. My People, Allah (swt) has given us a special organ in our body that decides if we pass or fail. This organ is the heart. Yes. It is the most important part of us. This heart is what we use to sin in private. It is the organ that whispers to us when we are alone. It tells us, "No one is watching. Go ahead. Do it." Actually, It is easy to be a good person in front of others. We pray, we give charity, we speak kindly. People see us and think, "Masha'Allah, what a good Muslim." But how are we when we are alone? If we are two different people—good in public, but a sinner in private—then our heart is sick. This sickness grows every time we sin when no one is looking. It becomes a disease that is hard to...

*_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaum Arba'a | 2nd day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Wednesday, 17th June, 2026. *_TAFSEER OF QUR'AN 81. Suurah At-Takwīr (The Overthrowing) continues_*. BismilLah.  Let's continue with our studies of suurah At-Takwīr from Mondays reminder.  Verse 2 وَإِذَا النُّجُومُ انكَدَرَتْ "And when the stars fall, losing their light." The stars that beautify the night sky and guide travelers will lose their brightness and scatter. The orderly universe that we know today will collapse as ALLAH Azzawajal prepares creation for the Final Judgment. This verse reminds us that the stability of the universe exists only because ALLAH Azzawajal maintains it. Verse 3 وَإِذَا الْجِبَالُ سُيِّرَتْ "And when the mountains are set in motion." Mountains symbolize strength, permanence, and stability. Yet on the Day of Judgment they will be uprooted, moved, crushed, and turned into dust. If mountains cannot withstand ALLAH'S command, how can human beings rely...

 FAJR REMINDER: CERTAINTY IS THE SECOND By: Umm Affān Muḥarram 2, 1448 (17-June-2026) Undoubtedly, the foundation of true faith is to firmly believe that none has the right to be worshipped except Allāh. A person cannot truly claim this belief unless he is convinced that the only path to Jannah and the Pleasure of Allāh is Islām—the complete submission to the Will of Allāh. Unfortunately, some who identify as Muslims have allowed doubt to creep into their hearts regarding this fundamental principle. They believe that those who die upon religions other than Islām—submitting themselves to someone or something besides Allāh Alone—may still attain Jannah or earn the Pleasure of Allāh. Such a belief directly contradicts the clear teachings of Islām. Allāh (ﷻ) says: “And whoever seeks a religion other than Islām, it will never be accepted of him, and in the Hereafter, he will be among the losers.” [Sūrah Aal-‘Imrān (3): 85] The second condition of Lā ilāha ill-Allāh is Certainty (يقين). ...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaum Athalaatha | 1st day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Tuesday, 16th June, 2026.  *_MUHARRAM: A NEW BEGINNING WITH ALLAH AZZAWAJAL_*. BismilLah.  Alhamdulillah, today marks the 1st of Muharram, the beginning of a new Islamic year. Let's pause our Qur’an studies today to welcome Muharram.  Muharram is one of the four sacred months that ALLAH Azzawajal has specially honoured. ALLAH Azzawajal says: "Indeed, the number of months with ALLAH is twelve months... of these, four are sacred." (Qur'an 9:36). Muharram is a month rich in history and lessons. The Islamic calendar begins with the Hijrah (migration) of our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and his companions from Makkah to Madinah. Although the actual migration did not occur in Muharram, the companions later chose Muharram as the first month of the Islamic calendar because it marked a new chapter for Islam, one of faith, sacrifice, hope, and victory. Muharram also reminds us of the great event of Prop...

 *Lifetime Chance* [[-- Episode 6 --]] ------------------ بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Our parents (living or dead) have done for us what we can never be able to pay them back. Yes. For many of us who have children can testify to this. The sleepless night we caused them, the sacrifices they made to ensuring that we are who we are today. How many of us have done this for our Parents? (1) Many children today can afford jacking out 100K to funding the digging of a local well for communities in desperate need of water and say - "Ya Allah! I ask that the rewards of this ongoing charity should go to my parents". (2) Some children today can even afford funding the sinking of borehole for communities in desperate need of water and say - "Ya Allah! I ask that the rewards of this ongoing charity should go to my parents". Are we actually fair to our parents? Or we think the Du'a we make for them is okay and they don't need more? Maybe we don't want Allah (swt) to make ou...

 FAJR REMINDER: FOUR SOURCES OF HAPPINESS AND MISERY  By: Umm Affān Dhū al-Ḥijjah 29, 1447 (15-June-2026) Alḥamdulillāh for the blessing of Islām—a complete way of life that guides us toward everything beneficial and warns us against everything harmful. Sa’d Ibn Abī Waqqās reported: The Messenger of Allāh (ﷺ) said, “Four things are part of happiness: a righteous spouse, a spacious dwelling, a righteous neighbor, and a comfortable mount. Four things are part of misery: a bad neighbor, a bad spouse, a restrictive dwelling, and a bad mount.” [Ṣaḥīḥ Ibn Ḥibbān 4032] In another narration, Nāfi’ Ibn ‘Abdul Ḥārith reported: The Messenger of Allāh (ﷺ) said, “It is part of a man’s happiness to have a righteous neighbor, a comfortable mount, and a spacious dwelling.” [Musnad Aḥmad 15372]  A Righteous Spouse vs. A Bad Spouse: A righteous spouse is among the greatest blessings Allāh can grant a servant. Such a spouse assists in obedience to Allāh, protects the family’s dignity,...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaum Al-ithnayn | 29th day of Dhul-Ḥijjah, 1447 AH | Monday, 15th June, 2026. *_TAFSEER OF QUR'AN 81. Suurah At-Takwīr (The Overthrowing)_*. BismilLah.  This suurah was revealed to: Remind mankind of the certainty of the Day of Judgment. It describes the terrifying events that will occur when the universe comes to an end. It also defend the truthfulness of the Prophet ﷺ and the authenticity of the Qur'an. The suurah shows how vividly the events of the Last Day will be unfolding. Let's start our studies of suurah.  Verse 1. إِذَا الشَّمْسُ كُوِّرَتْ "When the sun is wrapped up (and its light is folded away)." The word "Kuwwirat" comes from the Arabic verb meaning to wrap or roll up, like wrapping a turban around the head. ALLAH Azzawajal begins by describing the collapse of the greatest source of light and energy known to humanity. On the Day of Judgment, the sun will lose its brightness and be folded up according to ALLAH'...

 FAJR REMINDER: HAVING THE TAQWĀ OF ALLĀH! By: Umm Affān Dhū al-Ḥijjah 28, 1447 (14-June-2026) Dear brethren! Let us fear Allāh and recognize that He alone deserves our utmost fear above everything else that people may fear. Allāh (ﷻ) says: “O you who believe! Have Taqwā of Allāh as is His Due (i.e. fear Allāh as He should be feared).” [Sūrah Aal-‘Imrān (3): 102) In this verse, Allāh addresses the believers and then commands them to fear Him. This indicates that there is a distinction between Eemān (Faith) and Taqwā (Fear of Allāh). A person may possess the correct belief, such as knowing that Allāh is fully aware of all his actions, yet fail to fear Him by engaging in major sins like lying, stealing, or fornication. Therefore, in addition to having faith, a believer must also cultivate a genuine fear of Allāh. Furthermore, we should understand that Taqwā is the foundation of true wisdom. What wisdom is there in neglecting the Commands of Allāh and indulging in what He has prohibit...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaumul ahad | 28th day of Dhul-Ḥijjah, 1447 AH | Sunday, 14th June, 2026. *_SALAAH IS OUR ROADMAP TO SUCCESS IN THIS LIFE AND THE NEXT_*. BismilLah.  Let's pause on our studies of the Qur’an to remind ourselves that the five daily prayers are not merely acts of worship; they are a complete roadmap for a successful life in this world and a guide to attaining Jannah in the Hereafter. Through salaah, we strengthen our connection with ALLAH Azzawajal, seek HIS guidance, and find peace and discipline in our daily lives. Let's not allow any of the world Cup match to delay our salaat or to even miss jamaat salaat.  ALLAH says in the Qur’an: "Indeed, prayer prohibits immorality and wrongdoing, and the remembrance of ALLAH is greater." (Qur'an 29:45). ALLAH also says: "Successful indeed are the believers: those who are humble in their prayers."(Qur'an 23:1-2). The Prophet ﷺ said: "The first matter that the slave will be brough...

 *Lifetime Chance* [[-- Episode 5 --]] ------------------ بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Allah (swt) does not look at how much you give. He looks at why you give. A single drop of water or sadaqah to the orphans or masjid or religious propagation. Given with a sincere heart. That can bring you more blessings than a mountain of gold given without care or sincere intentions. Why? Because Allah (swt) judges you by your intention. So even if all you have is one cup of water… if you give it for Allah's sake, He will pour out His mercy on you like rain. My people, listen closely. Giving water does more than quench thirst. It can cure sickness. It can cool a burning heart. And yes—it can be your road to Paradise. Yes! How can Allah (swt) not reward someone who shows mercy to His servants? How can He forget the one who sees a thirsty, hungry or needy person and says, "Here, take"? Never think this is a small deed. In Allah's eyes, it is enormous. My People, Maybe you cannot build a w...