What is Salah (salat)? Salah (salat) is the Arabic term for the ritual prayer that is obligatory for Muslims to perform five times a day. It forms one of the five pillars of Islam. The five prayers are: Aside from the five obligatory prayers, Muslims may offer Sunnah and Nafl Salah. The Sunnah Salah (prayers) are ones…
What time is Eid prayer? Eid Salah (prayer) takes place in the early morning (after Fajr) on the first day of Eid. Muslims are encouraged to pray in Jama’ah (congregation) with their local Muslim community on occasions such as these. Please check with your local mosque for the prayer schedule in your local area. How…
The “Foundations of Salah” course is designed to provide comprehensive guidance and instruction for new Muslim converts, commonly referred to as reverts, on the essential aspects of Salah (Islamic prayer). This course covers the fundamental concepts, practices, and etiquette related to the five daily prayers. Whether you’re new to Islam or seeking to strengthen your…
Empowering Voices: Navigating Modern Islamic Feminism and Its Role in Shaping Gender Equality
The Dua for Guidance and Wisdom (Istikhara): In the vast journey of life, where decisions shape destinies, there exists a prayer that serves as a compass, guiding believers through the complexities of choice – the “Dua for Guidance and Wisdom” or “Dua for Istikhara.” In Arabic, it is a heartfelt plea: “اللهم اهدني وسددني,” and…
Discover the profound wisdom of responding to hurtful words and criticism with grace and resilience, drawing inspiration from the life of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). This insightful article explores the importance of gratitude, detachment, and wisdom in the face of negativity, empowering readers to rise above hurtful comments and preserve their inner peace.
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CHAPTER 18 Brotherhood and Sisterhood in Madinah: An Amazing Caring Community Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) spent his first months in Madinah as a guest at the house of Abu Ayyub. When he and his new community completed building their masjid, he moved out to live in a small room. The structure of the…
CHAPTER 17 Prophet Muhammad’s 3 Top Priorities in Madinah In September of the year 622 CE, Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) entered Madinah. He was welcomed with great joy. People had been anticipating his arrival for several days, waiting impatiently to see him, many for the first time. The Ansar (Muslims of Madinah) offered to host…
CHAPTER 16 Prophet Muhammad Joins Muslim Refugees in Madinah Was Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) the first refugee prophet in history? Or were there earlier prophets God sent humanity who also went through this major hardship? The answer to this question is that he (peace be upon him) was, in fact, not the first….
CHAPTER 15 Prophet Muhammad and Abu Bakr Finally Make Their Way to Madinah Would you return their act of aggression with a good deed? This is what exactly happened to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) 13 years after the start of the revelation. Do you know how he reacted when his aggressors tried to…
