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Shirk: The Greatest Sin in Islam
In Islam shirk—associating partners with Allah ﷻ—is regarded as the most serious sin in Islam. If someone dies without repenting it is the one sin that Allah ﷻ will not pardon. Islams foundation is based on tawheed or the unity of Allah ﷻ shirk undermines this foundation. Believers are constantly cautioned against it by the Quran and Sunnah which outline its detrimental impacts…
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Ujub: A Hidden Arrogance and How to Avoid It
One of the subtlest yet most dangerous heart diseases in the journey of faith is ʿujub or self-admiration or conceit. It is the sensation that one is so filled with pride in ones own actions, wisdom or skills that one loses sight of the fact that Allah ﷻ is the source of all praise. In contrast to blatant conceit (takabbur), ʿujub…
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Influence of 200 Trillion Rupiah Injection from Minister Purbaya to Indonesian Islamic Economy
Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa, the Indonesian Finance Minister, announced in September 2025 that a huge stimulus package worth Rp200 trillion would be given to a number of state-owned banks including Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI). There has been much debate about the possible effects of this audacious move on the Indonesian economy especially the Islamic financial sector which is still expanding as…
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Prophet Sulaiman عليه السلام The Grateful Rich King
Prophet Sulaiman عليه السلام is one of the numerous prophets mentioned in the Quran who combined great wealth, wisdom and power while remaining modest and appreciative of Allah ﷻ . Sulaiman عليه السلام utilized his blessings to serve not to brag in contrast to many rulers whose hearts were too preoccupied with comfort. His story offers a perfect example of faith-based…
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Qarun: A Story of Arrogance and Wealth
Many peoples hearts have been tried by wealth throughout history. The story of Qarun (Korah) is one of the most blatant instances in the Quran of how wealth can corrupt the soul. Qarun who was once extremely wealthy during the time of Prophet Musa (Moses) عليه السلام became conceited and haughty owing to his wealth. His demise is an enduring…
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How to Build Tawakkal in Allah ﷻ While Doing Business
When done honestly, sincerely and with faith in Allah ﷻ business is not only a worldly activity but also a kind of worship in Islam. Market volatility, competition and unanticipated obstacles are all constant sources of uncertainty for traders and entrepreneurs. Dependency on Allah ﷻ or tawakkal becomes a crucial tenet in these circumstances. Tawakkal is about combining genuine striving (ikhtiar) with…
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How to Earn Halal Income in Tough Times
People are frequently pushed to look for alternate sources of income when they are experiencing financial difficulties. However Muslim’s pursue income in order to uphold Islamic values as well as to ensure their financial survival. Financial stability and spiritual well-being are closely related to halal income which is obtained through morally and legally acceptable means. It is even more crucial…
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The Benefit of Investing Since Youth
Investing is a vital skill that shapes financial independence in todays fast-paced financial environment in addition to being a tool for creating wealth. There is no greater advantage than starting early: time. Early investing by young people helps them create disciplined habits optimize the power of compounding and lay a solid foundation for long-term success. A smoother transition into adulthood…
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How to Keep Faith in Hard Times
A necessary aspect of human existencem, hardship puts our patience and faith in God to the test. Faith or iman is dynamic in Islam, it grows stronger through adversity and becomes weaker if ignored. A persons relationship with Allah ﷻ can be renewed during challenging times. The Qur’an reminds us: “So verily, with the hardship, there is ease” (Qur’an, Ash-Sharh 94:6).…
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Feeling Like Everything Against You? This Is Islamic Guidance for You
Life can seem to be falling apart at times, relationships can become strained, plans can go awry and nothing goes as planned. Feelings of frustration, despair or even rage at one’s circumstances may surface during such periods. Islam acknowledges these feelings in people and provides guidance on how to deal with and develop through them. There is a purpose to…
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