There were obvious reasons for the phenomenon of hypocrisy to appear in Madinah. The early Muslims in Makkah were neither strong nor influential enough to make people fear them or try to appease them. Indeed, the people of Makkah, and its leaders and notables in particular, opposed the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) …
I would like to know what I am supposed to do during the days of Muharram.
Is hijrah (emigration) still obligatory for Muslims after the conquest of Makkah? Are Muslim economic emigrants living in the West regarded as muhajirun?
What is the proper way of celebrating the Islamic New Year?
Short Answer: Makkah stands on its own as the most sacred place in Islam. It is the destination of all Muslims to fulfill Hajj, the fifth main Islamic pillar. Makkah and Madinah witnessed the very precious early moments of Islam: the birth of Prophet Muhammad and the revelation of the Quran.Makkah is the center of …
The New Hijri Year is approaching. Hijrah, as far as I know, was a turning point in the history of Islam.
One day in the heat of the noonday sun, Prophet Muhammad visited the home of his friend Abu Bakr. The streets of Makkah were deserted and Abu Bakr knew this visit of great importance, this time of day was reserved for rest. Prophet Muhammad asked…
“I did not have a moment of worry about myself or my belongings”. This is how Dude Harlino, a famous Indonesian actor, talked about his Hajj experience, which he just concluded,describing the life time journey as the most beautiful and happiest times of his life, Arab News reported. Invited to Hajj by Saudi media ministry …
Hajj is now over. Millions of Muslim pilgrims have observed this great pillar of Islam. The memories and spirituality of Hajj are really moving. Pilgrims could not help but have tears in their eyes while observing this magnificent gathering. Millions were heading to the house of Allah in total submission and devotion. The pilgrims prayed …
In today’s entry, I wanted to discuss a huge dilemma that arose yesterday evening after our Qurbani was confirmed, and we were able to come out of our Ihram.
About Islam