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 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...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaum al-ithnayn | 14th day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Monday, 29th June, 2026. *_DEALING WITH A DIFFICULT WIFE WHILE SEEKING THE PLEASURE OF ALLAH AZZAWAJAL_*. BismilLah.  Every marriage goes through periods of ease and difficulty. A husband may at times find his wife difficult due to disagreements, emotional challenges, misunderstandings, or differences in personality, financial issues etc. During such moments, the believer should remember that his true objective is not to "win" every argument, but to earn the pleasure of ALLAH Azzawajal. A Muslim husband is a shepherd over his family and will be questioned by ALLAH Azzawajal regarding how he fulfilled that trust. ALLAH Azzawajal says: "Live with them in kindness. If you dislike them, it may be that you dislike something while ALLAH has placed much good in it." Qur'an 4:19. This noble verse reminds husbands that temporary frustration should never lead to injustice or oppression. What app...

 FAJR REMINDER: BUILDING A MARRIAGE THAT LASTS By: Umm Affān Muḥarram 14, 1448 (29-June-2026) Marriage, as ordained by Allāh, is meant to be a source of peace, affection, and mercy. It is a relationship in which both husband and wife find comfort, protection, and tranquillity in one another. Allāh says: “They (spouse) are Libās (i.e. garment) for you and you are the same for them.” [Sūrah Al-Baqarah (2): 187] Imām al-Qurṭubī (Raḥimahullāh) commented: “Allāh used the following words to describe marriage as the same as wearing one's clothes to protect oneself from the cold and heat; similarly marriage is a means of safeguarding oneself from sins. Also, marriage provides peace and tranquillity to the heart and there is a physical bond between the husband and wife the same way one's clothes are closely attached to a person.” [Tafsīr al-Qurṭubī (2/209)] By the Grace of Allāh, I dedicate this morning's FAJR REMINDER to every married couple, especially those who have recently begu...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaumul ahad | 13th day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Sunday, 28th June, 2026. *_DEALING WITH A DIFFICULT HUSBAND WHILE SEEKING THE PLEASURE OF ALLAH AZZAWAJAL_*. BismilLah.  To my dear sisters in Islaam, always remember that Marriage is a test from ALLAH Azzawajal for both the husband and the wife. Sometimes a wife may find herself married to a husband who is difficult, harsh, neglectful, or lacking in good manners. At such times, Shayṭān seeks to create hatred, anger, and disobedience. The believing wife should remember that her ultimate goal is not merely pleasing her husband, but pleasing ALLAH Azzawajal. ALLAH Azzawajal says: "Live with them in kindness." (Qur'an 4:19). This command is directed to husbands, reminding them to treat their wives well. However, when a husband falls short, a believing wife should not respond by falling short in her own duties before ALLAH Azzawajal. ALLAH Azzawajal also says: "...Indeed, ALLAH is with those who fe...

 FAJR REMINDER: THE FIVE DAILY PRECIOUS APPOINTMENTS By: Umm Affān Muḥarram 13, 1448 (28-June-2026) Have you ever paused to ask yourself why we observe Ṣalāh (prayer)? Many people would naturally reply, “Because Allāh commanded us to pray.” While that answer is true, it only scratches the surface. There is a deeper wisdom behind the five daily prayers. Why did Allāh prescribe them at specific times throughout the day? To understand this, we must first realize that Ṣalāh is not a burden imposed on us because Allāh needs our worship. He is completely free of all needs. Rather, we are the ones in need of the prayers. Ṣalāh is one of the greatest gifts Allāh has bestowed upon His servants. Out of His Mercy and Love, He did not leave us to wander through the day without constantly reconnecting with Him. Just as our bodies require food and drink to survive, our souls require spiritual nourishment. Prayer cleanses the heart repeatedly, washing away the stains of worldly distractions, anxi...

 Look 4 the Lesson ------------------ بسم الله الرحمان الرجيم When you hear about Prophet Zakariyyah or Prophet Musa (A.S), don't just listen. Look at your own life. Yes. Their stories are not old tales. They are Allah's way of teaching you how to live today. Here is how. Sometimes, things don't go your way. You feel sad. This is where your test begins. Look at Prophet Zakariyyah (A.S). He wanted a child. He prayed for a child for so, so long. But did he stopped making Du'a? No! He never gave up on Allah. And when Allah finally said "yes," Allah (swt) did not give him just anyhow child. HE gave him - Yahya (A.S) —a noble Prophet for that matter. The long, painful "delay" was actually Allah preparing a perfect "long-lasting joy." To prove this, Allah (swt) Himself said about Zakariyyah's son in the Quran: *"And affection from Us and purity, and he was fearing of Allah."* 📚(Maryam 19:13)... After all that waiting, Allah (swt) g...

 FAJR REMINDER: TIE YOUR CAMEL AND TRUST IN ALLĀH By: Umm Affān Muḥarram 12, 1448 (27-June-2026)   When Prophet Muḥammad (ﷺ) set out on his migration from Makkah to Madīnah, he demonstrated the importance of careful planning and making use of available means. Since he had never travelled the route before, he hired a highly skilled guide, ‘Abdullāh Ibn Urayqit, who had not yet accepted Islām. Despite his disbelief at the time, he was chosen because of his honesty, reliability, trustworthiness, and exceptional knowledge of the hidden desert routes. It is worth reflecting on the fact that Allāh had the power to make the journey effortless for His Messenger. He could have sent Angel Jibrīl (‘Alaykum Salām) to guide him directly or inspired him with the exact route to Madīnah. Yet, Allāh chose not to do so. Instead, He taught His Prophet (ﷺ) and the Ummah that genuine reliance upon Him does not eliminate the need for human effort. We are expected to take the necessary steps while p...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaum As-sabt | 12th day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Saturday, 27th June, 2026. *_TAFSEER OF QUR'AN 81, Suurah At-Takwīr continues_*. BismilLah.  Let's conclude with our studies of this beautiful suurah At-Takwīr: Verses 26–29 فَأَيْنَ تَذْهَبُونَ ۝٢٦ إِنْ هُوَ إِلَّا ذِكْرٌ لِّلْعَالَمِينَ ۝٢٧ لِمَن شَاءَ مِنكُمْ أَن يَسْتَقِيمَ ۝٢٨ وَمَا تَشَاءُونَ إِلَّا أَن يَشَاءَ اللَّهُ رَبُّ الْعَالَمِينَ ۝٢٩ 26. "So where are you going?" 27. "It is nothing but a reminder to all the worlds," 28. "For whoever among you wishes to take the straight path." 29. "But you cannot will unless ALLAH, the Lord of all the worlds, wills." Commentary: These concluding verses summarize the central message of the suurah. After establishing the certainty of the Day of Judgment, affirming the truthfulness of the Prophet ﷺ, and confirming that the Qur'an is a revelation from ALLAH Azzawajal, the listener is left with a powerful question: Ve...

 *Khalid's Journey* ------------------ بسم الله الرحمان الرجيم Every single day, we fight sleep, fight tiredness. We do it for an appointment with someone - maybe for a job, a flight or for business. We do this even with a headache, fever, and even when our body begs for rest. We do not complain. Why? Because that appointment is important to us. Now, Answer this: What is more important than an appointment with the King of all Kings? The Owner of the Heavens and the Earth? Let me tell you a true story about a man who understood this. Seven years ago, A man called Khalid travelled to a village far from the city. In the night, a very big scorpion stung him. The pain was terrible. There was no hospital. No doctor. He had to find herbal medicine in another village. That night, the pain was so strong he could not sleep. His body was on fire. But when the time for Tahajjud came, he moved. He made dry ablution. He could not stand, so he sat down. In great pain, he prayed two rakaats. He ma...

 *Pocket Money* ------------------ بسم الله الرحمان الرجيم Allah (swt) did not design it that HIS Angels from the sky should descend to do the jobs of masjid maintenance meant for human beings. In Surah At-Taubah, chapter 9 verse 18, Allah (swt) say: إِنَّمَا يَعْمُرُ مَسَٰجِدَ ٱللَّهِ مَنْ ءَامَنَ بِٱللَّهِ وَٱلْيَوْمِ ٱلْءَاخِرِ "The mosques of Allāh are MAINTAINED by those who believe in Allāh and the Last Day..." 📚At-Taubah 9:18 My People, It's popularly said *"Action Speak Louder than Words"* . And the Qur'an verse above have proven to us that, without taking care of our Masjid (by giving FISSABILILLAHI), our verbal expression of believing in Allah and the last day will have no basis. Now, The day of Friday is also called: ‘Yawmul Mazid’; the day of extras/increases. 📚(Refer: Zadul Ma’ad, vol. 1 pg.397 and Fathul Bari, before Hadith: 876) Fridays, is a special day for shopping for your Hearafter which begin immediately you are placed in your grave. Th...

 FAJR REMINDER: TIE YOUR CAMEL AND TRUST IN ALLĀH By: Umm Affān Muḥarram 12, 1448 (27-June-2026)   When Prophet Muḥammad (ﷺ) set out on his migration from Makkah to Madīnah, he demonstrated the importance of careful planning and making use of available means. Since he had never travelled the route before, he hired a highly skilled guide, ‘Abdullāh Ibn Urayqit, who had not yet accepted Islām. Despite his disbelief at the time, he was chosen because of his honesty, reliability, trustworthiness, and exceptional knowledge of the hidden desert routes. It is worth reflecting on the fact that Allāh had the power to make the journey effortless for His Messenger. He could have sent Angel Jibrīl (‘Alaykum Salām) to guide him directly or inspired him with the exact route to Madīnah. Yet, Allāh chose not to do so. Instead, He taught His Prophet (ﷺ) and the Ummah that genuine reliance upon Him does not eliminate the need for human effort. We are expected to take the necessary steps while p...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaum As-sabt | 12th day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Saturday, 27th June, 2026. *_TAFSEER OF QUR'AN 81, Suurah At-Takwīr continues_*. BismilLah.  Let's conclude with our studies of this beautiful suurah At-Takwīr: Verses 26–29 فَأَيْنَ تَذْهَبُونَ ۝٢٦ إِنْ هُوَ إِلَّا ذِكْرٌ لِّلْعَالَمِينَ ۝٢٧ لِمَن شَاءَ مِنكُمْ أَن يَسْتَقِيمَ ۝٢٨ وَمَا تَشَاءُونَ إِلَّا أَن يَشَاءَ اللَّهُ رَبُّ الْعَالَمِينَ ۝٢٩ 26. "So where are you going?" 27. "It is nothing but a reminder to all the worlds," 28. "For whoever among you wishes to take the straight path." 29. "But you cannot will unless ALLAH, the Lord of all the worlds, wills." Commentary: These concluding verses summarize the central message of the suurah. After establishing the certainty of the Day of Judgment, affirming the truthfulness of the Prophet ﷺ, and confirming that the Qur'an is a revelation from ALLAH Azzawajal, the listener is left with a powerful question: Ve...

 FAJR REMINDER: BETWEEN ONE PRAYER AND THE NEXT By: Umm Affān Muḥarram 11, 1448 (26-June-2026) Death has been decreed for every soul, and only Allāh knows which Ṣalāh will be the last a servant performs before returning to Him. Without a doubt, one of the five daily Ṣalawāt will be your final prayer. Your death will come between one prayer and the next. Likewise, it will certainly occur between one Jumu'ah and the next. What about you? Which prayer will be your last? None of us knows. So, how should we prepare for death when we are certain that it will arrive between one of two prayers? Dear brethren! One of the finest ways to prepare is to perform each prayer with a sincere intention and eagerness to perform the next one. Abū Umāmah reported: The Messenger of Allāh (ﷺ) said, “Prayer followed by another prayer, without any vain talk in between, is written in the heavenly record.” (83:18) [Sunan Abī Dāwūd 1288] Reflect on this for a moment. You pray Fajr with the intention of per...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaumul Jumuat | 11th day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Friday, 26th June, 2026. *_TAFSEER OF QUR'AN 81, Suurah At-Takwīr continues_*. BismilLah.  Let's continue with our studies of this beautiful suurah At-Takwīr: Verses 22–25: COVERS THE TRUTHFULNESS OF PROPHET MUHAMMAD SALLALLAHU ALAIHI WASALLAM: وَمَا صَاحِبُكُم بِمَجْنُونٍ ۝٢٢ وَلَقَدْ رَآهُ بِالْأُفُقِ الْمُبِينِ ۝٢٣ وَمَا هُوَ عَلَى الْغَيْبِ بِضَنِينٍ ۝٢٤ وَمَا هُوَ بِقَوْلِ شَيْطَانٍ رَّجِيمٍ ۝٢٥ 22. "And your companion is not mad." 23. "And indeed he saw him on the clear horizon." 24. "And he is not withholding knowledge of the unseen." 25. "And it is not the word of an accursed devil." Commentary:  These verses continue ALLAH’S defence of HIS Messenger ﷺ against the false accusations of the Quraysh. The disbelievers claimed that Muhammad ﷺ was a poet, a sorcerer, a fortune-teller, or even possessed by jinn. ALLAH Azzawajal refutes each of these claims and es...

 FAJR REMINDER: ONLY ALLĀH KNOWS THE GHAYB By: Umm Affān Muḥarram 10, 1448 (25-June-2026) Dear brethren! We must firmly believe that the knowledge of the Ghayb (the unseen and hidden matters) belongs to Allāh alone. No one shares with Him in this exclusive attribute. Yet, it is unfortunate that some people claim knowledge of what is hidden, thereby competing with what belongs solely to Allāh. These are the soothsayers, fortunetellers, and others who present themselves as religious figures, spiritual leaders, or herbalists. They claim to possess knowledge of unseen matters and employ various methods such as drawing lines in the sand, reading palms, casting sea-shells, and similar practices. Such individuals prey upon the ignorance and vulnerability of people, exploiting them for financial gain. Some may argue, “But, sometimes, what they say comes true.” Indeed, this may occur occasionally. However, this does not validate their claims. They remain liars who cooperate with the Shayāṭī...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaum Al-khamis | 10th day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Thursday, 25th June, 2026. *_TAFSEER OF QUR'AN 81, Suurah At-Takwīr continues_*. BismilLah.  Let's continue with our studies of this beautiful suurah At-Takwīr: Verses 19–21: The Qur'an Came Through Angel Jibreel (عليه السلام) إِنَّهُ لَقَوْلُ رَسُولٍ كَرِيمٍ ۝١٩ ذِي قُوَّةٍ عِندَ ذِي الْعَرْشِ مَكِينٍ ۝٢٠ مُطَاعٍ ثَمَّ أَمِينٍ ۝٢١ 19. "Indeed, this is truly the word conveyed by a noble Messenger;" 20. "Possessing great strength and having high rank with the Lord of the Throne;" 21. "Obeyed there (among the Angels) and trustworthy." Commentary:  These 3 verses are a direct response to the accusations of the disbelievers of Makkah at the time of Revelation who claimed that the Qur'an was poetry, magic, or the speech of a madman. ALLAH Azzawajal clarifies that the Qur'an is a revelation from HIM, conveyed to the Prophet ﷺ through the Angel Jibreel (عليه السلام). ...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaum Arba'a | 9th day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Wednesday, 24th June, 2026. *_TAFSEER OF QUR'AN 81, Suurah At-Takwīr continues_*. BismilLah.  Let's continue with our studies of this beautiful suurah At-Takwīr but before that I hope you are fasting today and intend to continue tomorrow as the Prophet sallallahu alaihi wasallam recommended. May ALLAH Azzawajal accept it from us all. Aameen. Verses 15–18 فَلَا أُقْسِمُ بِالْخُنَّسِ ۝١٥ الْجَوَارِ الْكُنَّسِ ۝١٦ وَاللَّيْلِ إِذَا عَسْعَسَ ۝١٧ وَالصُّبْحِ إِذَا تَنَفَّسَ ۝١٨ 15. "Nay! I swear by the retreating stars," 16. "Those that move swiftly and then disappear," 17. "And by the night as it departs," 18. "And by the dawn as it breathes forth." Commentary: After describing the scenes of the Day of Judgment in previous verses, ALLAH Azzawajal now swears by some of HIS magnificent signs in creation to establish the truth of what follows: namely, that the Qur'a...

 *Self Evaluation* [[-- Part Four --]] ------------------ بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم 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. The world is shouting at you every single day. It says, "Watch phonography or Blue-Films or half naked ladies to quench your sexual desires." It says, "You can masturbate to quench your sexual desires since you are not married and because you only live once, so enjoy your life to the fullest." Do not be fooled. These words are not your friends. They are traps. They are the whispers of the devil, wrapped in pretty paper. My People, If you blindly follow your haram desires without thinking—if you say, "It's okay, no one is watching, I will just enjoy this one sin"—you are making a very dangerous mistake. But wait—there is more. Listen to this verse about your eyes: "When they reach it, their ears, eyes, and skin will testify a...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaum Athalaatha | 8th day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Tuesday, 23rd June, 2026. *_REMINDER TO FAST TOMORROW WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY_*. BismilLah.  Assalaamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakaatuh. A gentle reminder that tomorrow is the 9th of Muharram, followed by ʿĀshūrāʾ (10th Muharram). Let us revive the Sunnah of fasting on these blessed days as recommended by our beloved Messenger of ALLAH sallallahu alaihi wasallam. Some key lessons from the story of Prophet Musah عليه السلام: Victory comes through patience – "Indeed, ALLAH is with the patient." (Qur'an 2:153). Trust ALLAH Azzawajal during hardship  "Indeed, my Lord is with me; HE will guide me." (Qur'an 26:62) Show gratitude to ALLAH, Musah عليه السلام fasted in gratitude for ALLAH'S deliverance, and we fast these days seeking ALLAH’S pleasure and forgiveness.  In shaa ALLAH, we will continue with our studies of the Qur’an tomorrow.  *_May ALLAH Azzawajal accept our fasting, for...

 FAJR REMINDER: ACCEPTANCE IS THE SIXTH By: Umm Affān Muḥarram 8, 1448 (23-June-2026) The sixth condition of Lā ilāha ill-Allāh (none is worthy of worship except Allāh) is Qabūl (Acceptance). After acquiring ‘Ilm (Knowledge) and Yaqīn (Certainty) regarding Lā ilāha ill-Allāh, a believer must also demonstrate complete and unconditional acceptance of what it entails. This acceptance is manifested both in the heart and upon the tongue, and it stands in direct opposition to rejection. Allāh (ﷻ) says: “Truly, when it was said to them: Lā ilāha ill-Allāh (none has the right to be worshipped but Allāh), they puffed themselves up with pride (i.e. denied it). And (they) said: Are we going to abandon our ‘ālihah (gods) for the sake of a mad poet?” [Sūrah Aṣ-Ṣāffāt (37): 35-36] These verses clearly demonstrate that the disbelievers' arrogance prevented them from accepting Lā ilāha ill-Allāh. Rather than submitting to the declaration's negation and affirmation, they met it with pride and d...

 *Million Years Ago* ------------------ بسم الله الرحمان الرجيم It was narrated that Ibn ‘Abbaas (r.a.) said: The Prophet (pbuh) said: *“On the night on which I was taken on the Night Journey (Isra’), a beautiful fragrance came to me. I said: O Jibreel, what is this beautiful fragrance? He said: This is the fragrance of the hairdresser of Pharaoh’s daughter and her children. I said: What is their story? He said: Whilst she was combing the hair of Pharaoh’s daughter one day, the iron comb fell from her hand and she said,, ‘Bismillaah (in the name of Allah).’ The daughter of Pharaoh said: ‘My father?’ She said: ‘No. My Lord and the Lord of your father is Allah.’ She said: ‘I will tell him (Pharaoh) about that.’ She said: ‘Yes.’ So she told Pharaoh and he summoned her and said: ‘O So and so, do you have a Lord other than me?’ She said: ‘Yes, my Lord and your Lord is Allah.’ He ordered that a baqarah (lit. “cow”) made of copper be heated up, then he ordered that she and her children be...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaum Al-ithnayn | 7th day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Monday, 22nd June, 2026. *_TAFSEER OF QUR'AN 81, Suurah At-Takwīr continues_*. BismilLah.  Let's continue with our studies of this beautiful suurah At-Takwīr. Verses 12–14 وَإِذَا الْجَحِيمُ سُعِّرَتْ ۝١٢ وَإِذَا الْجَنَّةُ أُزْلِفَتْ ۝١٣ عَلِمَتْ نَفْسٌ مَّا أَحْضَرَتْ ۝١٤ 12. "And when the Hellfire is fiercely kindled," 13. "And when Paradise is brought near," 14. "Then every soul will know what it has brought forward." Commentary: These three verses form a complete scene of the Day of Judgment. After describing the destruction of the universe and the gathering of creation, ALLAH Azzawajal now mentions the two final destinations: Jahannam (Hellfire) for those who rejected ALLAH and persisted in sin. Jannah (Paradise) for those who believed and strove to obey ALLAH Azzawajal. Verse 12: The Hellfire is Intensified وَإِذَا الْجَحِيمُ سُعِّرَتْ The Fire will be made to blaze...

 FAJR REMINDER: TRUTHFULNESS IS THE FIFTH By: Umm Affān Muḥarram 7, 1448 (22-June-2026) The fifth condition of Lā ilāha ill-Allāh is Sidq (Truthfulness and Honesty). This condition stands in direct opposition to lies and falsehood. When a person declares Lā ilāha ill-Allāh (none is worthy of worship except Allāh), the question is: does he truly mean it? More importantly, do his actions reflect the reality of that testimony? The true nature of this declaration becomes evident when a believer is tested. When trials arise because of Lā ilāha ill-Allāh, do you remain firm, relying solely upon Allāh for help, or do you turn to others, seeking from them what only Allāh can provide? Allāh (ﷻ) says: “Do people think that they will be left alone because they say: ‘We believe,’ and will not be tested. And We indeed tested those who were before them. And Allāh will certainly make (it) known (the truth of) those who are true, and will certainly make (it) known (the falsehood of) those who are ...

 *Tayammum Step By Step* ------------------ بسم الله الرخمان الرحيم Tayammum (dry ablution) replaces Wudhu (ablution) or Ghusl and enables a person to do any acts of worship that normally require Wudhu or Ghusl. *How to perform Tayammum:* 1. Intention, it is to be made in the mind, not uttered.         2. Basmallah, i.e. to say Bismillah (I begin with the name of Allah).           3. Strike the ground (or substance being used) with the palms of the hands and then blow off any excess dust.  4. Wipe the face with the hands once only.    5. Wipe over the back of the right hand up to the wrist with the palm of the left hand.      6. Wipe over the back of the left hand up to the wrist with the palm of the right hand.      Now, Scholars are divided on the issue of rubbing or not rubbing the arm to elbow during tayammum.. Yes.. So...

 FAJR REMINDER: SUBMISSION IS THE FOURTH By: Umm Affān Muḥarram 6, 1448 (21-June-2026) The fourth condition of Lā ilāha ill-Allāh (i.e. none is worthy of worship except Allāh) is Inqiyād (submission, obedience, and complete compliance with what it necessitates). This is an essential requirement of true Faith. Allāh (ﷻ) praises those who sincerely submit themselves to Him and makes such submission a hallmark of genuine belief. He (ﷻ) says: “And who can be better in religion than one who submits his face (himself) to Allāh (i.e. follows Allāh's Religion of Islāmic Monotheism).” [Sūrah An-Nisā' (4): 125] Indeed, the very essence of Islām is to surrender oneself completely to Allāh by devoting every act of worship to Him Alone, obeying His Commands, and remaining free from every form of Shirk. This is the path that Allāh (ﷻ) has commanded us to follow. He says: “And turn in repentance and in obedience with true Faith (Islāmic Monotheism) to your Lord and submit to Him, (in Islām), ...

 *Self Evaluation* [[--Part Three--]] ------------------ بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم My dear brother and sister, I am speaking to you with a heavy heart. Please listen. Do not wait. We all say, "Tomorrow. I will do it tomorrow." We say, "I am young. I have time. I will pray more later. I will give charity later. I will ask for forgiveness later." This is the biggest lie that shaytan puts in our hearts. The Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) warned us. He said: "Hasten to do good deeds before you are overtaken by one of seven afflictions - sickness, sudden death.......”*📚At-Tirmidhi Think about these afflictions. They can hit you at any second. Now, Listen to this story. It will shake your heart. When the great Imam Bakr ibn Abdullah Al-Mazny passed away, a huge crowd came to his funeral. People were fighting with each other to carry his coffin. They were pushing and shoving to get close to his body. Al-Hassan Al-Basri was there. He looked at them and said a very powerful thin...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaumul ahad | 6th day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Sunday, 21st 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 11 وَإِذَا السَّمَاءُ كُشِطَتْ "And when the sky is stripped away." ALLAH Azzawajal continues describing the extraordinary events of the Day of Judgment. The word "كُشِطَتْ (kushiṭat)" means to peel off, remove, uncover, or strip away, like removing the skin from an animal or rolling up a covering. The sky that appears vast, beautiful, and firmly established above us today will be removed by ALLAH Azzawajal. The familiar order of creation will come to an end, and the hidden realities of the Hereafter will become visible. ALLAH Azzawajal says elsewhere: "The Day when WE will fold the heaven like the folding of a written sheet." (Qur'an 21:104). And HE says again: "And the heavens will be split open, for...

 FAJR REMINDER: THE PRINCIPLE OF GRADUALISM By: Umm Affān Muḥarram 5, 1448 (20-June-2026) There are two migrations (Hijratayn) in Islām. The first took place when some of the companions (the early Muslims) migrated to Habasha (Abyssinia, present-day Ethiopia). The second occurred later when Prophet Muḥammad (ﷺ), along with his companions, migrated from Makkah to Madīnah. By the Will of Allāh, this morning I wish to reflect on the second Hijrah and the invaluable lessons it offers the Muslims. These lessons are meant to strengthen our knowledge, increase our faith, and help us become better servants of Allāh. The primary purpose of the Prophet's Hijrah was to preserve Islām and provide an environment where it could flourish and spread. The Prophet (ﷺ) and the early Muslims were prevented from practicing Islām freely in Makkah. As a result, migration became necessary to protect the religion and ensure its survival. Although the Hijrah was essential, leaving Makkah was extremely painf...

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaum As-sabt | 5th day of Muharram, 1448 AH | Saturday, 20th 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 10. وَإِذَا الصُّحُفُ نُشِرَتْ "And when the records (of deeds) are laid open." Commentary: After describing the dramatic changes in the universe and the gathering of creation from verses 1-9, ALLAH Azzawajal now turns our attention to individual accountability. The word "Aṣ-Ṣuḥuf" refers to the records in which the Angels have written every deed of every person throughout their lives. Nothing is omitted, not even the smallest action, word, intention, or glance.  On the Day of Judgment, these records will be opened and displayed before their owners. Every person will see the reality of what they sent forth in this world. ALLAH Azzawajal says elsewhere: "And the record will be placed, and you will see the criminal...

 *Self Evaluation* [[-- Parr Two --]] ------------------ بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم My dear brother and sister, please stop and listen to me. The world is shouting at you every single day. It says, "Do whatever feels right." It says, "You only live once, so enjoy your life to the fullest." Do not be fooled. These words are not your friends. They are traps. They are the whispers of the devil, wrapped in pretty paper. My People, We are not here to worship our feelings. We are here to worship Allah (swt). Think of your desires like a wild, hungry lion. If you let it loose without a chain, it will not play with you. It will attack you. It will eat you alive. This is why we must put a strong leash on our desires. The leash is Islam. We must pull it back. We must control our haram desires. We must never let it control us. Listen to what Allah (swt) says in the Qur'an: "But as for he who feared the position of his Lord and prevented the soul from [unlawful] desires, t...

 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 ...