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 Set Yourself Free [[-- Episode 4 --]] ------------------ بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم It cuts deeper when the knife comes from someone you once held close. You never expected the blow from their direction. That is why the wound bleeds for so long. Your mind keeps replaying the scene. Your heart keeps asking, "How could they?" But here is the question that will set you free: Who is really hurting here? They sleep. You cry. They eat. You burn. They move on. You stay stuck. The chains of anger are not holding the people who hurt you. The chain  is holding only you. Your feet cannot walk forward to the next better level of life because you are dragging the heavy box of yesterday😃. Now, Let me give you Reason Number 3 why you should let go—and this one should make your soul jump with hope. *Unlimited Reward from Allah swt):* Allah (swt) makes us a promise that is too good to ignore: وَجَزَٰٓؤُا۟ سَيِّئَةٍ سَيِّئَة مِّثْلُهَا ۖ فَمَنْ عَفَا وَأَصْلَحَ فَأَجْرُهُۥ عَلَى ٱللَّهِ ۚ "...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaumul ahad | 20th day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Sunday, 5th July, 2026. *_TAFSEER OF SUURAH ABASA, QUR'AN 80 continues_*. BismilLah.  Let's continue with our studies of this beautiful suurah. Verses 11-12: THE GREATNESS OF THE QUR'AN.  After ALLAH Azzawajal reminded us about the fact that Sincerity is more important than status from verse 1-10, ALLAH Azzawajal turns HIS attention to remind us about the greatness of the Qur'an and it's purpose from verses 11-16. Verse 11: "No! Indeed! Surely this is a reminder." The word كَلَّا (Kallā) is a strong expression meaning "No indeed!" or "Certainly not!" It draws attention to an important truth. ALLAH Azzawajal declares that the Qur'an is a reminder (tadhkirah). It reminds mankind of: Their Creator. Their purpose in life. The reality of the Hereafter. The consequences of obedience and disobedience. The Qur'an is not merely a book to be recited; it is a reminde...

 FAJR REMINDER: NOTHING ESCAPES HIS KNOWLEDGE By: Umm Affān Muḥarram 20, 1448 (5-July-2026) Can a Muslim truly believe that Allāh does not know a thing until after it happens? Sadly, there have always been people who held such a misguided belief. This is not a minor error. Rather, it is a dangerous deviation because it denies one of the fundamental aspects of Qadar (predestination or preordainment) and undermines the Perfection of Allāh’s Names and Attributes. Dear brethren, our hearts find peace only when they are firmly anchored to the belief that our Lord's Knowledge is Absolute and Flawless. Nothing surprises Him. Nothing escapes Him. Nothing is hidden from Him—not what has already occurred, not what is happening now, and not what is yet to happen. One of the four levels of Qadar is to affirm the all-encompassing ‘Ilm (Knowledge) of Allāh. This is a pillar of our faith that every believer must embrace with complete certainty. Allāh says: “And Allāh is the All-Knower of each and...

 Prepare Yourself ------------------ بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Imagine you are holding a gift of bank check (in your name) worth millions of dollars. But while walking, you drop it in a fire and watch it burn to ash. You would scream! You would cry! Now, listen to this truth that will shake your heart: That is exactly what happens to most of us every single Friday. Yes because anyone who comes to Jummah and listens carefully while imam is on the minbar, gets huge rewards, Allah's mercy and forgiveness. That is a massive treasure! But, Majority of Muslims today lose ALL of this treasure. They walk into the mosque hoping for rewards, mercy and forgiveness, but they walk out with empty hands. Why? Only because they did not know the simple things that destroy their reward. Today, While the imam is on the minbar saying the khutbah, look around us today. We talk and discuss worldly matters. We press our phones. We run from one website to another on the internet. We even answer phone calls! ...

 FAJR REMINDER: A JOURNEY OF EFFORT AND DIVINE HELP By: Umm Affān Muḥarram 19, 1448 (4-July-2026) This morning, let us reflect on yet another profound lesson from the Hijrah of our beloved Prophet Muḥammad (ﷺ) from Makkah to Madīnah.  One of the greatest lessons we learn is this: when you sincerely do your part for Allāh's Sake, He will never abandon you. We are commanded to make every lawful effort, place our trust in Him, and leave the outcome in His Hands. Whoever strives to support the Cause of Allāh and relies upon Him will find that Allāh's Help comes in ways beyond imagination. The Prophet (ﷺ) did not simply wait for miracles. He carefully planned the journey, took every practical means to protect himself and preserve Allāh's Religion, and then entrusted the result to his Lord. In return, Allāh protected him every step of the way. As Allāh (ﷻ) says: “O you who believe! If you help (in the cause of) Allāh, He will help you, and make your foothold firm.” [Sūrah Muḥamma...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaumul Jumuat | 18th day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Friday, 3rd July, 2026. *_TAFSEER OF SUURAH ABASA, QUR'AN 80 continues_*. BismilLah.  Alhamdulillah for granting us the opportunity to be part of this blessed day of the week. Let's begin with our studies of this suurah. Verses 4-7. أَوْ يَذَّكَّرُ فَتَنْفَعَهُ الذِّكْرَى ۝٤ أَمَّا مَنِ اسْتَغْنَى ۝٥ فَأَنْتَ لَهُ تَصَدَّى ۝٦ وَمَا عَلَيْكَ أَلَّا يَزَّكَّى ۝٧ 4. "Or that he might be reminded, and the reminder would benefit him." 5. "As for the one who considers himself self-sufficient," 6. "To him you give your attention." 7. "Yet you are not responsible if he does not purify himself." Commentary (Tafseer):  These verses continue ALLAH’S loving instruction to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and establish timeless principles for anyone who calls others to ALLAH Azzawajal. ALLAH Azzawajal first draws attention to the sincere seeker. 'Abdullah ibn Umm Maktum رضي الله عنه...

 FAJR REMINDER: WHERE WAS YOUR HEART IN ṢALĀH? By: Umm Affān Muḥarram 18, 1448 (3-July-2026) Have you ever completed your Ṣalāh, uttered the Taslīm, and then paused with a heavy heart because you could barely remember what you had just recited in it? You stood before Allāh, yet your mind wandered through the affairs of the Dunyā. You said “Allāhu Akbar,” but within moments you were thinking about your grocery list, unfinished office work, a business email you forgot to send, or even a conversation from years ago. The prayer ended, but your heart never truly arrived. Your body worshipped, while your mind travelled elsewhere. Few things are more painful than realizing that we have just spent precious moments standing before the King of kings, yet we failed to experience the sweetness of that meeting. Ṣalāh was never meant to be a series of movements performed out of habit. It is our private conversation with Allāh, a time to seek comfort, pour out our hearts, and reconnect with the O...

 FAJR REMINDER: THE BEAUTY OF GRATITUDE IN MARRIAGE By: Umm Affān Muḥarram 17, 1448 (2-July-2026) Have you ever reflected on why the Messenger of Allāh (ﷺ) informed us that the majority of the dwellers of Hell-Fire are women? It is a question that deserves sincere contemplation—not to discourage or frighten women, but to remind us of a habit that can have enormous consequences in this life and the next: ingratitude. Gratitude is one of the finest qualities a believer can possess. It reflects humility, sincerity, and recognition of the blessings Allāh has placed in our lives. A grateful heart appreciates both the Giver of blessings and the means through which those blessings arrive. Ibn ‘Abbās (Raḍiyallāhu ‘Anhuma) reported: The Prophet (ﷺ) said: “I was shown the Hell-Fire and the majority of its dwellers were ungrateful women. It was asked, ‘Do they disbelieve in Allāh?’ (Or are they ungrateful to Allāh?) He replied, ‘They are ungrateful to their husbands and are ungrateful for the...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaum Al-khamis | 17th day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Thursday, 2nd July, 2026. *_TAFSEER OF SUURAH ABASA, QUR'AN 80 continues_*. BismilLah.  Let's begin with our studies of this suurah. Please read the historical/ background and context from yesterday's reminder first. Verse 1. غټش وتوڏ "He frowned and turned away." Meaning: The Prophet sallallahu alaihi frowned and turned his attention elsewhere. Commentary: ALLAH Azzawajal begins with a gentle but powerful correction. The Prophet sallallahu alaihi wasallam  did not speak harshly, nor did he insult the blind Companion. Yet ALLAH Azzawajal cared about the feelings and dignity of a believer seeking guidance. Verse 2. أن جاءۀ الأغفى "Because the blind man came to him." Meaning: The reason for the frown was the arrival of the blind Companion. Commentary: ALLAH Azzawajal mentions the man's blindness not as a deficiency but to highlight that he could not even see the Prophet's ...

 FAJR REMINDER: WHOM DO YOU TAKE YOUR DĪN FROM? By: Umm Affān Muḥarram 16, 1448 (1-July-2026) The more you learn about Islām from authentic sources, the more convinced you become that it is the true religion revealed by Allāh for all people until the end of time. Islām is a religion that is simple, rational, clear, and comprehensive. Its beauty has no limit because it originates from the Infinite One—our Creator and the Only True God worthy of worship. Among the greatest blessings Allāh has bestowed upon us is that He guided us to this perfect religion. As Allāh (ﷻ) says: “…This day, I have perfected your religion for you, completed My Favor upon you, and have chosen for you Islām as your religion…” [Sūrah Al-Mā’idah (5): 3] Being a Muslim is purely a favor and mercy from Allāh. Therefore, seeking authentic Islāmic knowledge and striving to practice it correctly should be among our greatest priorities. However, every sincere seeker must ask an important question: From whom do I tak...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaum Arba'a | 16th day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Wednesday, 1st July, 2026. *_TAFSEER OF SUURAH ABASA, QUR'AN 80_*. BismilLah.  Suurah ‘Abasa was revealed in Makkah. The opening verses refer to an incident involving the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and a blind Companion, ‘Abdullah ibn Umm Maktum. One day, the Prophet ﷺ was speaking with some influential leaders of Quraysh, hoping that they might accept Islam and that their acceptance would strengthen the Muslim community. During this conversation, Ibn Ummĥĥɓ Maktum رضي الله عنه came seeking guidance and asking the Prophet ﷺ to teach him from what ALLAH had taught him. Because the Prophet ﷺ was focused on the leaders, he frowned slightly and turned away momentarily from the blind man. ALLAH Azzawajal immediately corrected HIS Messenger through revelation, not because the Prophet ﷺ committed a major sin, but to teach the Ummah that sincere seekers of guidance are more honoured in the sight of Allah than arrogant p...

 Set Yourself Free [[-- Episode 2 --]] ------------------ بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم It hurts the most when the person who cut you is the one you once hugged. You never saw it coming from them. That is why the wound stays fresh for so long. Your mind keeps asking, "How could they?" But here is a hard question: Who is carrying that heavy box of anger right now? Is it them? No. They are sleeping well. You are the one who cannot rest. You are the one holding the hot coal. So, let us talk about a serious reason to let it go. Reason Number 1: A Trade You Cannot Lose The Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) gave us a beautiful promise. He said: 👉 “Whoever suffers an injury and forgives (the person responsible), Allah (swt) will raise his status to a higher degree and remove one of his sins.” 📚(Tirmidhi) Think about that! You let go of the anger ➡️ Allah (swt) raises your rank in Heaven. You drop the revenge ➡️ Allah (swt) drops one of your own mistakes. It is the best trade in the universe. You g...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaum athalaatha | 15th day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Tuesday, 30th June, 2026. *_A FINAL REMINDER TO EVERY HUSBAND AND WIFE_*. BismilLahir Rahmanir Raheem.  Based on our topic for the past 2 days, let's be reminded that Marriage in Islam is an act of worship (ʿIbaadah), not merely a social contract or a relationship based on emotions. It is one of the greatest trusts that ALLAH Azzawajal places upon two believers. It can become a source of immense blessings in this world and the Hereafter, or it can become a source of hardship and regret if the rights of one another are neglected. ALLAH Azzawajal says: "And among HIS signs is that HE created for you spouses from among yourselves so that you may find tranquillity in them, and HE placed between you affection and mercy. Indeed, in that are signs for people who reflect." (Qur'an 30:21). Every husband will stand before ALLAH Azzawajal and answer for how he treated his wife. Likewise, every wife wil...

 Set Yourself Free [[-- Episode 1 --]] ------------------ بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم That hurt in your chest? It burns so much because it came from someone you loved. A stranger cannot break your heart like a brother, a friend, or a parent. You never saw it coming. That is why the knife cuts so deep. But here is the painful truth you must face: You keep replaying the movie in your head. You stay angry. You wait for them to feel your pain. But who is really tired here? Not them. They sleep. You cry. They eat. You burn. You are holding a hot coal in your hands, waiting for them to get burned. But the fire is only eating your own skin. Now, here is the mind-blowing secret: Forgiveness is not for them. It never was. You do not forgive to make them feel good. You do not forgive because they asked nicely. You do not forgive because they deserve it. Yes. You forgive because YOU deserve peace. You deserve to sleep again without that knot in your stomach. You deserve to laugh without that heavy...