Last 10 days of Ramadhan

EXTRA WORSHIP The Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) used to strive hard in worship during the last ten days of Ramadaan as he never did at any other time, praying, reading Qur’aan and making du’aa’. Al-Bukhaari and Muslim narrated from ‘Aa’ishah (may Allaah be pleased with her) that when [...]

Importance of paying Zakat

Zakaah is one of the important obligations of Islam, and it is mentioned alongside prayer in the book of Allaah. Failing to pay it and procrastinating is a major sin.  There is a strong warning about not paying zakaah, which fills the believer’s heart with fear. For example, Allaah says (interpretation of the meaning):  “And [...]

Ramadhan – Part 3 Importance of Suhoor

A suhoor(pre-dawn meal) is more important than Iftaar (breaking of the fast)because it helps the fasting person persevere through the fast. Suhoor is so called because it happens at the time of sahr, which is the end of the night. ‘Amr Ibn al-Aas reported that the Messenger of Allah (SAW) said: “The distinguishing feature between our [...]

Ramadhan – Part 2 “And fast, it is better for you, if only you knew” [al-Baqarah, 2:184]

Allah says [meaning]: “O you who believe, fasting has been prescribed for you as it has been prescribed for people before you so that you will (learn how to) attain Taqwa” [al-Baqarah, 2:183] ‘Taqwa’ means God-consiousness. Having Taqwa  allows a person to be constantly aware of both God’s all-encompassing knowledge and attributes and a reminder [...]

Preparation for Ramadhan – Part 1

As Ramadhan is fast approaching, I thought it would be a good idea to remind myself and you, of the preparation that is required before the blessed month begins. The month of Ramadaan is the month of great gains and profits. The smart trader is the one who makes the most of special occasions to [...]