Tag: revert


  • Minimalism in Islam: Living Simply and Purposefully In a world inundated with excess—where materialism often overshadows spirituality—embracing minimalism can be a refreshing and transformative approach to life. Minimalism, defined as a lifestyle that prioritizes simplicity and intentionality, resonates deeply with the teachings of Islam. It invites us to reflect on the essence of our humanity,…

  • Sawm is the Arabic term used to describe the act of fasting. Passed the age of puberty, Muslims are required to fast during the month of Ramadan, which entails abstaining from food, drink, sexual relations and displeasing speech and behaviour from dawn until dusk. Why is Sawm important? The month of Ramadan is the ninth month of…

  • Both require a penalty to be paid, however the amount due for each broken promise/oath and intentionally missed fast, will vary. The amount paid for each missed fast is the equivalent of feeding 60 people. Therefore, for each missed/intentionally broken fast you must pay £300. The amount paid for each broken promise/oath is the equivalent…

  • In Islam, Aqiqah is the sacrifice of livestock; such as goats and sheep, at the birth of a child. The Aqiqah is performed as part of the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).  It often takes place on the seventh day after a baby’s birth. However, there’s nothing wrong with doing it…

  • 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

  • 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…