BROTHERS’ BREAKFAST بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ It is a sad reality that, for many Muslim men, the last time they sincerely told their wives, “I love you,” “You are beautiful,” or “You are one in a million” was before the wedding—or perhaps only a few weeks after it. Like a candle that burns brightly at first but gradually flickers into darkness, the warmth of our words can fade with time. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) was known to express affection and appreciation towards his wives. He would even playfully race with ‘Ā’ishah (رضي الله عنها), demonstrating that affection and playfulness have a place in marriage. 📚 (Sunan Abī Dāwūd) If the best of mankind (ﷺ) showed affection towards his wives, then who are we to withhold kind and loving words from our own wives? Imagine this: Your wife spends time choosing a beautiful outfit and adorning herself in a way that would make an outsider say, “Mā shā’ Allāh, she looks radiant!” Yet, when she walks past you or sits beside...
FAJR REMINDER: THE LEGACY OF UMM QAYS Rabī‘ Al-Akhīr 21, 1448 AH | 3-October-2026 Some individuals embraced Islām when the journey was difficult, sacrifices were significant, and remaining firm upon faith required courage. Umm Qays (Raḍiyallāhu ‘Anha) was among those early believers. Her early acceptance of Islām signifies more than simply being among the first. It reminds us of the importance of responding to the truth promptly, rather than waiting until the path becomes easier or more popular. When the truth becomes clear, do not hesitate to act simply because others have not yet followed. This morning, we feature Umm Qays, a Ṣaḥābiyyah who is not often discussed. She is commonly identified as Āminah Bint Miḥṣan As-Sa‘diyyah (Raḍiyallāhu ‘Anha). She was the sister of the distinguished Companion ‘Ukāshah Ibn Miḥṣan (Raḍiyallāhu ‘Anhu) and was among the early women who migrated and pledged allegiance to the Prophet (ﷺ). Umm Qays's biography is a beautiful reminder that we ma...