Sighting of the Moon
Hadrat ibn-e-‘Umar reported that the Messenger of Allah has said, “Do not commence fasting (Ramadan) till you see the new moon, and do not cease fasting (perform Eid) till you see it. But if the weather is cloudy, or there is a smog in the sky(which prevents sighting of the moon), then complete 30 days...
The Blessed Month of Ramadan al Kareem
1. Hadrat Abu Hurairah reported that the Messenger of Allah has said, “When Ramadan begins, the doors of heaven are opened.” A version has, “the doors of Paradise are opened and the doors of Hell are closed, and the Satans are tied with chains.” Another version has, “the doors of Mercy are opened.” [Sahih al-Bukhari...
Verses of Quran
[Baqarah 2:187] Going to your wives during the nights of the fast is made lawful for you; they are coverings for you and you are coverings for them; Allah knows that you were deceiving yourselves (in this respect), so He accepted your penance and forgave you; so cohabit with them and seek what Allah has...
Twenty Rakats for the Taraveeh Prayer
Hadrat Abu Hurairah reported that the Messenger of Allah has said, من قام رمضان إيمانا واحتسابا غفر له ما تقدم من ذنبه “…whoever prays during the night in Ramadhan sincerely; seeking his reward from Allah, his former sins are forgiven.” [Sahih al-Muslim, Vol. 1, Page 259, Hadith 1815] Hadrat Sa’ib ibn Yazid has stated...
Charity In Islam
Giving money to the poor is an emblem of Islam and a sunna of the Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace). He was never asked for anything, except that he gave it, and he would give without fearing poverty. People said that he was more generous than the “sent wind” that brings...
Healthy Ramadhan
One of the miracles of Islam is the month of Ramadhan, a month in which we can cleanse ourselves, not only spiritually, but physically as well. Ramadhan is a time of worship, but physical ailments can sometimes cause us to lose our spiritual focus. Here is some useful advice on how to avoid common problems...
Ramzan Health Guidelines
This article provides useful advice on how to avoid some common problems encountered in Ramadhan. The advice should enable one to fast comfortably and enjoy fully the spiritual benefits of Ramadhan. During Ramadhan, our diet should not differ greatly from normal and should be as simple as possible. We should be able to maintain our...
Aetikaf
Hadrat ‘Ayeshah Siddiqah Radi ALLAHu Ta'ala Anha reported that the Holy Prophet Peace and Blessings be Upon Him used to engage in I’tikaaf. i.e. private devotions in the mosque during the last ten nights of Ramadan till he met his Lord. [Sahih Bukhari, Vol 1, Page 271 - Sahih Muslim, Vol 1, Page 371] Hadrat...
Ramadan Roza / Fasting
Order and encouragement to fast "O you who believe! Fasting is prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you in order that you might learn piety . . . . The month of Ramadan is that wherein was revealed the Qur'an, as a guidance to mankind, and clear proofs of the guidance,...
The Night of Power – Laylat al-Qadar
I. Hadrat Anas ibn Malik reported that when Ramadan came, the Holy Prophet said, “Indeed this month has come to you, and in it is a night more virtuous than a thousand months. So, whosoever is deprived of its blessings is deprived of all blessings. No one is kept deprived of its blessings, but only...
Join Hands In Charity – Donate Generously For The Needy Students
Madrassah Habibiyah Razavia Address 57/A,Faran Housing Society,near Dhoraji Colony,Karachi 74800, Pakistan Bank Account Number Demand Draft Muslim Commercial Bank ,Dhooraji Colony Branch. 0981-954-2 Anjuman e Habibiyah Trust Branches 06 Branches & 02 Mosques (in different areas of Karachi) No of Students 1300 students (Thirteen hundred) Mode of Learning's Hifz-e-Quran, Nazrah & other necessary Islamic teachings...
Maah-e-Ramazan Aaya Poetry
شور مہ نو سن کر تجھ تک ميں دواں آيا ساقی ميں ترے صدقے مے دے رمضاں آيا Shor-e-Mah-e-Nau sun kar tujh tak main dawaaN aaya Saqi main tere sadqay, mayh day, Ramazan aaya! Hearing the clamour about the new moon, I, rushing to you have come; O’ Saqi, I will forever be yours, bring...
Day of Ashura
Muharram: 1st Month of the Islamic Calendar Sunni References The Tenth of Muharram and Ashurah The Islamic year begins with Muharram ul Haram, the first month of the Hijri Calendar. While followers of other religions spend their opening month in worthless merriment, the first month of Islam teaches us lessons of admonition, good counselling, knowledge...
The Historical Significance of Ashura
Mu’awiyah ibn Abu Sufyan (Radiyallahu 'anh) relates: I heard the Messenger of Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala) say: "It is the day of ‘Ashura. Allah (Subhanahu wa Ta'ala) has not made fasting obligatory for you. But I am fasting. He who likes to observe fast among you should do so, and he who likes not to...
Muharram – Beginning of Islamic Calendar
The Islamic Year ends with the month of Zil-Hijjah with the sacrifice of Eid al-AdHa, and the new year begins with Muharram with memories of the historical martyrdom of Sayyiduna Imam Hussain (Radi Allahu Anhu). The martyrdom of Hadrat Imam Hussain (Radi Allahu Anhu) had breathed new life into the spirit of Islam regarding the...
Excellence & Gems of Wisdom by Hasnain Kareemain
The prominence of Imam Hasan ibn Ali and Imam Hussain ibn Ali – Allah’s pleasure be upon them all 1. It is reported that once, Imam Hasan approached the Holy Prophet - blessings and peace be upon him - and climbed on his shoulders. A person, (who was present) remarked, “O blessed son! What a...
What Happened After Martyrdom of Imam Hussain
Amazing Incidents after the Martyrdom of Sayydiuna Imam Hussayn Radi Allahu Ta’ala Anhu It is recorded that when this blessed head arrived before the unclean Yazeed, he began to touch it with his cane. At that moment, a Christian ambassador from Rome was also present. When he saw this, he remarked surprisingly, “In a church...
True Essence of Hajj
A man came to visit Sayyiduna Junaid Baghdadi, whose life reflected no change, even after having performed Hajj. Sayyiduna Junaid asked him: “Where are you coming from?” “Sir, I have returned after performing Hajj of the House of Allah”, was the reply. “So, have you actually performed Hajj?” “Yes, Sir, I have performed Hajj “,...
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