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  One Best Choice [[- Yusuf & the Devil -]] بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ A brother named Yusuf was tired. Every night, his children cried, and every morning, he woke up feeling as though a heavy weight rested on his chest. His money seemed to disappear faster than he could account for, and his wife experienced disturbing dreams almost every night. One Friday, an elderly man came to Yusuf's door selling dates. After exchanging greetings, the old man noticed how troubled Yusuf looked. "My son, why do you look so worried?" he asked. Yusuf sighed. "My brother, I don't even know where to begin. There is no peace in my heart. My family is struggling, and I hardly sleep peacefully anymore." The old man nodded and said, "My son, have you remembered Allah? Have you made the Qur'an part of your daily life?" Yusuf looked at him silently. The old man continued, "Do you know about Ayatul Kursi?" Yusuf shook his head. ...

  One Best Choice An Islamic Reminder بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ AYATUL KURSI: A GREAT VERSE OF PROTECTION My brothers and sisters, listen carefully. Sometimes, life becomes difficult. You may experience fear, anxiety, disturbing dreams, and moments when your heart feels restless. But as Muslims, we must remember that our greatest source of comfort, strength, and protection is Allah SWT. Never underestimate the power of the Qur’an. Among the greatest verses in the Qur’an is Ayatul Kursi (Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:255). The Messenger of Allah ﷺ confirmed its greatness. In an authentic narration, Ubayy ibn Ka'b رضي الله عنه was informed that Ayatul Kursi is the greatest verse in the Book of Allah. (Sahih Muslim, 810) And there is another beautiful virtue that every Muslim should know. The Prophet's companion Abu Hurayrah رضي الله عنه was told that whoever recites Ayatul Kursi before sleeping will have a protector from Allah, and Shaytan will not come near them unt...

  ONE BEST CHOICE [[- Episode 5 -]] بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ Marriage, divorce, joy, and pain—all happen by the decree of Allah (SWT). When a marriage ends, it does not mean that a woman is bad or unworthy of love. Many women are victims of difficult circumstances, and sometimes, the end of a marriage becomes a new beginning. It may be part of Allah's plan to lead someone towards a better future. MY BROTHERS, LISTEN! Let us be honest. A divorced woman may be a better marriage partner than a woman who has never been married, especially when she possesses strong faith in Allah (SWT), good manners, and a sincere desire to build a peaceful home. Why? Because she has lived. She has loved. She has lost. And she has learned. She may have learned difficult lessons about patience, communication, responsibility, forgiveness, and what it takes to sustain a marriage. These experiences can give her valuable wisdom that someone who has never been married may yet have to acq...

  FAJR REMINDER: WHAT ARE YOU WILLING TO LEAVE FOR ALLĀH? 28 Rabīʿ al-Ākhir, 1448 AH | 10 October 2026 بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ Your family background does not determine your path to Allāh; rather, what matters is how you respond to the truth when it reaches you. Today, let us reflect on the remarkable life of Umm Kulthūm bint ʿUqbah ibn Abī Muʿayṭ (Raḍiyallāhu ʿAnhā) , a woman whose story embodies courage, migration, sacrifice, steadfastness in Eemān, and the honour Allāh bestows upon His believing servants. Despite being born into a family hostile to the Prophet (ﷺ), Umm Kulthūm embraced Islām and remained firm in her faith. Her father, ʿUqbah ibn Abī Muʿayṭ, was among the prominent opponents of the Prophet (ﷺ). Yet, her family background did not prevent her from recognising the truth and choosing the path of Eemān. Her story reminds us that guidance is not inherited through family ties. A person may grow up surrounded by disbelief, yet Allāh can open their hea...

  ONE BEST CHOICE [[— EPISODE 4 —]] ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ WHEN A DIVORCED WOMAN DESERVES ANOTHER CHANCE Everything happens by the decree of Allāh (ﷻ). Marriage, divorce, joy, and pain—all occur by His permission and wisdom. Therefore, when a marriage ends, it does not mean that life has ended. Divorce may mark the close of one chapter and the beginning of another. With patience, faith, and trust in Allāh, a person can find happiness again. Sometimes, what appears to be an ending may become the beginning of a new opportunity. MY BROTHERS, LISTEN! The divorced woman you see today may possess the qualities of an excellent wife—perhaps even qualities you have been searching for in a spouse. If she has strong faith, good manners, and a sincere commitment to pleasing Allāh, why should her previous marriage automatically count against her? THIS IS NOT MERELY AN OPINION; IT IS CONSISTENT WITH THE SUNNAH. The Prophet Muḥammad (ﷺ) married women w...

  FAJR REMINDER: ALLĀH DOES NOT WANT HARDSHIP FOR US By: Umm Affān Rabīʿ Al-Ākhir 27, 1448 AH | Friday, 9 October 2026 بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ ALLĀH DOES NOT WANT HARDSHIP FOR US Allāh (ﷻ), in His Perfect Knowledge, Wisdom, and Mercy, has not prescribed a religion intended to break His servants. Rather, He has established the Sharīʿah upon justice, wisdom, mercy, and ease. He (ﷻ) says: “Allāh intends for you ease and does not intend for you hardship.” [Sūrah Al-Baqarah 2:185] This verse occurs in the context of fasting, where Allāh grants the sick and the traveller the concession ( Rukhṣah ) to postpone their fast and make up the missed days later. This beautifully demonstrates the mercy embedded within the Sharīʿah. Ḥamzah Ibn ʿAmr Al-Aslamī (Raḍiyallāhu ʿAnhu) reported that he asked the Messenger of Allāh (ﷺ) about fasting while travelling, explaining that he had the strength to do so. The Prophet (ﷺ) replied: “It is a concession from Allāh. Whoever takes...

DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER Yaumul Jumu‘ah | 28th day of Rabee‘-uth-Thaani, 1448 AH | Friday, 9th October, 2026. SEEKING THE BLESSINGS OF ALLAH ON THIS BLESSED FRIDAY THROUGH SENDING SALAWAAT UPON OUR BELOVED PROPHET ﷺ Bismillaah. Assalaamu Alaikum Warahmatullaahi Wabarakaatuh, dear brothers and sisters in Islaam. Alhamdulillaah! We have witnessed another blessed Friday, a beautiful opportunity to remember ALLAH Azzawajal, seek HIS forgiveness, and increase our love for our beloved Messenger, Muhammad ﷺ. Dear brothers and sisters, do not allow this blessed day to pass without sending abundant blessings upon our beloved Prophet ﷺ. Amid our busy schedules, worldly struggles, and endless pursuits, let us pause and remember the Messenger of ALLAH who taught us the path to HIS pleasure. ALLAH Azzawajal says: “Indeed, ALLAH and HIS angels send blessings upon the Prophet. O you who believe, ask ALLAH to send blessings upon him and greet him with peace.” (Qur’an 33:56) Let us frequently r...

DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER Yaum Al-Khamīs | 27th day of Rabī‘ ath-Thānī, 1448 AH | Thursday, 8th October, 2026 PARENTS’ BLESSINGS IN A CHILD’S LIFE Bismillāh. It is important for us as Muslims to understand that the blessings and righteous influence of parents can shape a child’s life in this dunya and, by the permission of ALLAH Azzawajal, contribute to their success in the Ākhirah. A child does not need only food, clothing and education. They also need sincere du‘ā, love, guidance, a good example and the righteous support of their parents. ALLAH Azzawajal says: “And your Lord has decreed that you worship none but Him, and that you be excellent to parents.” (Qur’an 17:23) A parent’s sincere du‘ā for their child is something powerful. The Prophet ﷺ said: “Three supplications are answered without doubt: the supplication of the oppressed, the supplication of the traveller, and the supplication of the parent for his child.” (Abu Dawud, at-Tirmidhi) Parents, therefore, should n...

  DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER Yaum Al-Khamīs | 27th day of Rabī‘ ath-Thānī, 1448 AH | Thursday, 8th October, 2026 PARENTS’ BLESSINGS IN A CHILD’S LIFE Bismillāh. It is important for us as Muslims to understand that the blessings and righteous influence of parents can shape a child’s life in this dunya and, by the permission of ALLAH Azzawajal, contribute to their success in the Ākhirah. A child does not need only food, clothing and education. They also need sincere du‘ā, love, guidance, a good example and the righteous support of their parents. ALLAH Azzawajal says: “And your Lord has decreed that you worship none but Him, and that you be excellent to parents.” (Qur’an 17:23) A parent’s sincere du‘ā for their child is something powerful. The Prophet ﷺ said: “Three supplications are answered without doubt: the supplication of the oppressed, the supplication of the traveller, and the supplication of the parent for his child.” (Abu Dawud, at-Tirmidhi) Parents, therefore, sh...

  FAJR REMINDER: THE BEAUTY OF PRIVATE DEEDS Rabī‘ al-Akhir 26, 1448 (8 October 2026) What if my good deeds are recognized or witnessed by others? This is not necessarily a problem if your intention is solely for the sake of Allāh. Allāh (ﷻ) says: “If you disclose your Ṣadaqāt (almsgiving), it is well; but if you conceal them and give them to the poor, that is better for you. And He will remove from you some of your sins. And Allāh is All-Aware of what you do.” [Sūrah al-Baqarah (2): 271] Take note of the words: “But if you conceal them and give them to the poor, that is better for you.” A true sign of sincerity is the ability to perform good deeds without seeking recognition, praise, or admiration from people. The sincere servant finds contentment in knowing that the One for whom the deed was performed is fully aware of it. Allāh describes the righteous ( al-Abrār ) who feed the needy, the orphan, and the captive, saying that they intend: “We feed you only for the Count...

  A BRIEFCASE FOR YOU بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ The treasures in this reminder are worth far more than the heaviest briefcase filled with Naira and Dollars—for those who believe and understand what truly matters. Now, listen. The night before Friday begins at sunset on Thursday. It is the beginning of Laylat al-Jumu‘ah , the night leading into Friday. Friday is a special and blessed day. Among the beautiful acts of worship encouraged on Friday is sending abundant ṣalāh and salām upon our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. So let us prepare our hearts. Let us prepare our tongues. Let us begin from Thursday evening and continue throughout Friday by sending blessings upon the Messenger of Allah ﷺ. One simple way is to say: اللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ وَسَلِّمْ عَلَى نَبِيِّنَا مُحَمَّدٍ Allahumma ṣalli wa sallim ‘alā Nabiyyinā Muhammad. “O Allah, send Your blessings and peace upon our Prophet Muhammad.” WHY SHOULD WE DO THIS? Did you know that Allah ﷻ Himself sends blessings up...

  CLUB FOR SISTERS بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ Imagine there is a special club that only opens at night, when most people are asleep. To enter, you have to leave your warm, comfortable bed and stand before Allah. This club is called Tahajjud . Allah ﷻ knows that leaving your bed in the middle of the night is not easy—especially when the prayer is voluntary. That is why the night prayer is such a precious act of worship. Allah ﷻ praises those who leave their beds to call upon Him: “They arise from their beds; they supplicate their Lord in fear and hope…” (Qur’an 32:16) And the Prophet ﷺ said: “The best prayer after the obligatory prayer is the night prayer.” (Sahih Muslim) But here is something every sister should know: Your connection to Allah does not stop during your menses. Yes, Sister. A woman does not choose when her period comes. It is not a punishment, nor does menstruation prevent her from remembering Allah, making du‘ā, sending ṣalāh upon the Pr...

  FAJR REMINDER: ṢABR IS NOT ENDURING HARM Rabī‘ Al-Akhīr 25, 1448 (7-October-2026) It is essential to distinguish between Ṣabr (patience) and simply enduring a situation in which one is being harmed. So, what is Ṣabr (patience)? It is not merely putting up with whatever situation arises without taking action. Ṣabr involves remaining steadfast in obedience to Allāh during difficult times, restraining oneself from sinful reactions, persistently doing what is right, seeking lawful solutions, making Du‘ā’, utilizing available means, and trusting Allāh while patiently awaiting His Assistance. Allāh (ﷻ) states: “O you who believe, seek help through patience and prayer. Indeed, Allāh is with the patient.” [Sūrah Al-Baqarah (2):153] However, practicing Ṣabr does not mean accepting injustice, remaining silent in the face of abuse, refusing legitimate support, or knowingly exposing oneself to continuous harm under the misconception that taking action is contrary to patience. A per...

FAJR REMINDER: WHOSE RIGHT IS GREATER? Rabīʿ al-Akhīr 24, 1448 AH | 6 October 2026 The question of whose rights are greater—those of one's parents or one's wife—has caused painful tensions in many households. Often, husbands feel pressured to choose between their parents and their wives. However, Islām does not instruct a man to neglect one set of rights in order to honour another. Rather, it requires him to fulfil the rights of each person as ordained by Allāh (ﷻ). Parents undoubtedly hold tremendous rights over their children. Allāh (ﷻ) says: “And We have enjoined upon man care for his parents. His mother carried him, [increasing her] in weakness upon weakness, and his weaning is in two years. Be grateful to Me and to your parents; to Me is the [final] destination.” [Sūrah Luqmān 31:14] The Prophet (ﷺ) also emphasised the exceptional status of one's mother. Abū Hurayrah (رضي الله عنه) reported that a man asked the Messenger of Allāh (ﷺ), “Who among the people is m...

  DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER Yaum ath-Thalaathaa | 25th day of Rabee-uthaani, 1448 AH | Tuesday, 6th October, 2026. GOOD CHARACTER IS AN ACT OF WORSHIP بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيْمِ We often measure our worship by how much we pray, fast, recite the Qur’an, give charity, and perform other acts of worship. But ask yourself: How do I treat people? Do I forgive when I am hurt? Do I control my anger? Do I speak gently when I could be harsh? Do I show mercy when nobody is watching? The Prophet ﷺ said: “Nothing is heavier on the believer’s scale on the Day of Resurrection than good character.” (Tirmidhi) Never think your kindness is insignificant. The patience you showed. The insult you chose to ignore. The person you forgave. The hurt you chose not to return. The harsh words you restrained yourself from saying. ALLAH Azzawajal saw it all. Perhaps the deed you considered insignificant will be the very deed that makes your scale heavy on the Day of Resurrection. Goo...