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Following the Prophets Muhammad Sunnah: Fasting during Syaban
Muslims eagerly await Ramadan the holy month. The Quran was revealed good deeds are rewarded and fasting is mandated during the month of Ramadan. It is mentioned in Surah Al-Baqarah verse 184: [Fasting for] a limited number of days. So whoever among you is ill or on a journey [during them] – then an equal number of days [are to…
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How Islam Views Relationships Among Colleagues
One facet of a persons life is their employment life. In order to support oneself and ones family this professional component is necessary. One needs to keep up proper relationships with coworkers in order to succeed in the workplace. In a clear and succinct manner this article examines how Islam views relationships among coworkers. The foundation of workplace relationships is…
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Timothy Winter: A Leading Figure in the British Islamic Scene
One of the most prominent Muslims in Britain is Timothy Winter, also known as Abdal Hakim Murad, a renowned scholar and theologian. In the British Islamic scene and beyond his significant contributions to Islamic scholarship interfaith discussion and community development have made a lasting impression. Winter a renowned scholar and convert to Islam is a key player in contemporary Islamic…
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The Ethics of a Moslem Professional: Honoring Work Hours
In Islam working is a way to worship Allah ta’ala in addition to providing for material needs. Thus it is crucial for Muslims to respect working hours and uphold ethics and responsibilities in the workplace. This article addresses the morality of a Muslim professional in respecting working hours drawing from Hadiths, Quranic verses, and Islamic teachings. Islams concept of trust…
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The Urgency of Transparency in Crowdfunding
A vital source of funding for a variety of initiatives from social causes to business endeavors is crowdfunding. In order to collect money from a wide range of people this model relies on contributors and fundraisers having mutual trust. But without transparency trust cannot be maintained which is why it is essential to the crowdfunding ecosystem. Transparency reduces the risks…
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Procrastination as a Reprehensible Trait in Islam and How to Avoid It
Despite being written off as a small habit procrastination can have negative consequences for ones spiritual and personal development. Procrastination is seen in Islam as a quality that can result in major losses and lost opportunities in this life as well as the next rather than just being a bad habit. This article examines the risks associated with procrastination the…
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Does Islamic Financing Have to Be Cheap?
Following Shariah rules to the letter, Islamic finance is a substitute for traditional financial systems. Understanding that Shariah compliance puts adherence to Islamic laws ahead of cost considerations is crucial to answering the frequently asked question: Should Islamic financing be less expensive than conventional methods? Shariah’s core principle is compliance over cost Shariah places a strong emphasis on conducting financial…
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SMEs are Important to the Singaporean Economy
Many people believe that small and medium-sized businesses or SMEs are the foundation of economies all over the world. Their importance is especially noticeable in Singapore where they make a significant contribution to the countrys economy. SMEs are vital for fostering innovation generating jobs and maintaining economic resilience even though they are smaller in size than multinational corporations (MNCs). This…
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Sukuk Invesment: What Sukuk is? Types, Benefits, Risks, and How to Start
In the global financial market sukuk also known as Islamic bonds have grown in popularity as an investment choice. These financial products provide investors with a moral substitute for traditional bonds since they adhere to Islamic principles. Both Muslim and non-Muslim investors looking for opportunities that fit with their values and offer a steady income stream are catered to by…
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The Distinction in Sharia Between Gambling and Business Risk
Ethical financial transactions in Islamic economics are based on the distinction between haram (prohibited) and halal (permissible) business practices. A crucial component of this distinction is being aware of the basic distinctions between gambling which is strictly forbidden by Sharia law and business risks such as those found in legal commercial endeavors. In order to analyze these distinctions this article…
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