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SMS FOR COUPLES

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...

THE BREAKDOWN OF MUSLIM FAMILIES

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...

SELLING ALCOHOL TO NON-MUSLIMS DOES NOT MAKE IT PERMISSIBLE

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

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?

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...

THE CRISIS OF KNOWLEDGE IN THE AGE OF SOCIAL MEDIA

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...

COVERING THE FAULTS OF OTHERS: A PATH TO ALLAH'S FORGIVENESS AND MERCY.

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...

LET US PERFECT THE QUALITY OF OUR WORSHIP.

DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER. Yaum As-Sabt | 26th day of Jumaadal Awwal, 1448 AH | Saturday, 7th November, 2026. LET US PERFECT THE QUALITY OF OUR WORSHIP . Bismillaah. One of the greatest mistakes we can make is to concentrate on how much we worship ALLAH Azzawajal without paying sufficient attention to how well we worship HIM Azzawajal. We may pray many raka'ahs, recite numerous pages of the Noble Qur'an and engage in countless acts of worship, but the important question is: Are our hearts truly present in our worship? ALLAH Azzawajal says: قَدْ أَفْلَحَ الْمُؤْمِنُونَ ۝ الَّذِينَ هُمْ فِي صَلَاتِهِمْ خَاشِعُونَ "Successful indeed are the believers: those who humble themselves in their prayers." (Qur'an 23:1–2). Brothers and sisters, let us remember that worship is not merely about the physical movements of our bodies; it is also about sincerity, humility, devotion and consciousness of ALLAH Azzawajal. Let us stop rushing through our Salah. Let us recite ...

ACTIONS THAT LEAD TO ALLAH'S MERCY AND BLESSINGS IN OUR LIVES (CONTINUED).

DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER Yaumul Jumu‘ah | 25th Day of Jumaadal Awwal, 1448 AH | Friday, 6th November, 2026. ACTIONS THAT LEAD TO ALLAH'S MERCY AND BLESSINGS IN OUR LIVES (CONTINUED). Bismillaah. Alhamdulillaah for granting us the opportunity to witness another blessed Friday, the best day of the week. Let us conclude our discussion on the topic above. 6. Give Sadaqah and Help Those in Need. Do not wait until you become wealthy before giving charity. Even a little charity, given sincerely for the sake of ALLAH AZZAWAJAL, carries enormous rewards. Remember, Sadaqah is not limited to monetary contributions. A kind word, helping someone, removing an obstacle from the road and even smiling at another Muslim can all be acts of charity. 7. Read the Qur'an and Practise Its Teachings. The Qur'an is a source of guidance, healing and mercy for those who believe. Do not make reading the Qur'an an occasional activity. Instead, develop a daily relationship with it. Read it,...

FAJR REMINDER: UNDERSTANDING THE SPIRITUAL JOURNEY OF ‘UMRAH (III)

FAJR REMINDER: UNDERSTANDING THE SPIRITUAL JOURNEY OF ‘UMRAH (III) Jumādā al-‘Ūlā 26, 1448 AH | Friday, 6th November 2026 Alḥamdulillāh, we have come to the conclusion of this topic with the final ‘Umrah performed by the Prophet (ﷺ). (4) The ‘Umrah Accompanying the Farewell Ḥajj (10 AH) In the tenth year after the Hijrah, the Prophet (ﷺ) departed from Madīnah to perform his Farewell Ḥajj. This was the only Ḥajj he performed after the Hijrah. He entered into the state of Iḥrām for the pilgrimage, combining ‘Umrah and Ḥajj, an approach known as Ḥajj al-Qirān . Several important details are worth noting. The Prophet (ﷺ) did not perform a separate, independent ‘Umrah before his Farewell Ḥajj. Rather, his ‘Umrah was incorporated into the pilgrimage, combining both acts of worship. During this pilgrimage, the Prophet (ﷺ) taught the Muslims the rites of Ḥajj and delivered his renowned Farewell Sermon, emphasising fundamental principles of Islām, including the sanctity of life and...

THE STORY OF UBAYY IBN KA‘B (RA): THE POWER OF SENDING SALAWĀT UPON THE PROPHET ﷺ

THE STORY OF UBAYY IBN KA‘B (RA): THE POWER OF SENDING SALAWĀT UPON THE PROPHET ﷺ بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ THE BLESSED NIGHT OF JUMU‘AH AND THE VIRTUE OF SENDING SALAWĀT UPON THE PROPHET ﷺ. The night preceding Friday is a special time for Muslims. It begins immediately after sunset on Thursday and is known as Laylat al-Jumu‘ah (the night of Friday). It is an excellent opportunity to increase our remembrance of Allah SWT and, particularly, to send abundant blessings and salutations upon our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Therefore, let us prepare our hearts and engage our tongues in sending Salawāt upon the noble Messenger of Allah ﷺ, beginning from Thursday evening and continuing throughout Friday. One simple way of doing this is to recite: اللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ وَسَلِّمْ عَلَى نَبِيِّنَا مُحَمَّدٍ Allahumma salli wa sallim 'ala Nabiyyina Muhammad. (O Allah, send Your blessings and peace upon our Prophet Muhammad.) WHY SHOULD WE DO THIS? Did you know that Allah ...

ACTIONS THAT LEAD TO ALLAH'S MERCY AND BLESSINGS IN OUR LIVES CONTINUE.

DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER. Yaum Al-Khamis | 24th day of Jumaadal Awwal, 1448 AH | Thursday, 5th November, 2026. ACTIONS THAT LEAD TO ALLAH'S MERCY AND BLESSINGS IN OUR LIVES CONTINUE. Bismillaahir-Rahmaanir-Raheem. 4. Be Kind to Your Parents and Maintain Family Ties. One of the greatest ways to earn the pleasure of ALLAH is by showing kindness to our parents and maintaining good relationships with our relatives. Even when family relationships become difficult, we should strive to avoid unnecessary hatred, arrogance, oppression, resentment, and the severing of family ties. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: "Whoever believes in ALLAH and the Last Day, let him maintain his ties of kinship." (Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim). 5. Show Mercy to Others. If we desire the mercy of ALLAH, we must also learn to show mercy to HIS creation. We should forgive those who wrong us when appropriate, help those who are struggling, feed the hungry, visit the sick, show kindness to chil...

DO OR DIE AFFAIR

DO OR DIE AFFAIR بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ Sometimes, good and decent men and women experience difficulties in relationships, whether before or after marriage. Some remain unmarried despite their sincere efforts to find a life partner. Others experience repeated relationship breakups. A man may begin a relationship with a woman on good terms, only to suddenly withdraw without offering any explanation. Some people also experience repeated disappointments just when something good is about to happen in their lives. It may not necessarily concern marriage; it could be a job opportunity, a business venture, an academic achievement or another important aspiration. And then the heart cries: "Why me?" My brother, my sister, this is a question many people ask. Muslims ask it. People of other faiths ask it. Even those without religious beliefs ask it. We must reflect on this question because, when people cannot understand why certain difficulties keep occurring, t...

WHEN RELIGION BECOMES A MATTER OF CONVENIENCE

FAJR REMINDER: WHEN RELIGION BECOMES A MATTER OF CONVENIENCE Jumādā al-‘Ūlā 25, 1448 AH | Thursday, 5th November 2026 Are We Muslims by Commitment or Convenience? One concerning trend among some Muslims today is the selective practice of Islām. Many accept the teachings that align with their personal interests but struggle to embrace those that demand sacrifice, patience, discipline or a change in lifestyle. Some may be regular in their Ṣalāh yet neglect their responsibilities towards others. Similarly, they may observe religious obligations when convenient but become uncomfortable when those obligations conflict with their personal desires. Unfortunately, some increasingly view religion as something to adjust to their personal preferences rather than a comprehensive way of life that demands sincere submission to Allāh. Yet, Islām calls for wholehearted commitment, not selective obedience. Allāh (ﷻ) warns: “O you who believe! Enter Islām completely and perfectly (by obeyin...