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The Secret of Sahur Ramadhan Fasting: Blessings and Rewards
Ever think that sahur Ramadhan fasting is just about filling your stomach to endure the day? Think again! Sahur Ramadhan fasting holds deeper benefits from blessings to answered prayers and powerful dhikr. Let’s uncover the secret! Sahur Ramadhan Fasting: More Than Just a Meal Sahur Ramadhan fasting is not just about rice and side dishes. Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: تَسَحَّرُوا…
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Fasting During Ramadan: Is It Valid Without Sahur?
Have you ever overslept and missed sahur, then panicked because your fasting during Ramadan was invalid? Don’t worry, don’t be in a hurry to worry! Let’s discuss thoroughly whether fasting during Ramadan without sahur is still valid according to sharia. Fasting During Ramadan But Not Eating Sahur, Is It Possible? Many people think that sahur is obligatory. In fact, sahur…
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Tahajud Prayer: The Worship of the Pious
One of the most highly recommended voluntary prayers in Islam is Tahajud prayer which is offered in the final third of the night when most people are sound asleep. The submission and devotion of a servant to AllOne of the most highly recommended voluntary prayers in Islam is Tahajud Prayer which is offered in the final third of the night…
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Fiqh of Zakat Al-Fitr 101: How to Give Zakat After the Holy Month
One of the Islamic duties that has great spiritual and societal significance is zakat Al-Fitr. It is not only a way to cleanse oneself after completing the Ramadan fast but it is also a way to show compassion for others particularly the underprivileged so they can joyfully celebrate Eid Al-Fitr. The fiqh of Zakat Al-Fitr will be thoroughly covered in…
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Shawwal Fast or Qadha’ Missed Ramadan Fasts? Which Should be Prioritized?
Syawal fasting is amongst the worship that follows Eid Al-Fitr and Ramadhan, it completes the Ramadhan fast and complements it, but Muslimah or even Muslim who missed couple of days of Ramadhan fasting frequently have concerns about two acts of worship: making up missed Ramadan fasts and fasting during Shawwal. With reference to scholarly opinions and reliable sources this article…
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Qana’ah and Ambition: Are They Opposing Concepts in Islam?
We frequently come across two ideas in daily life that appear to be mutually exclusive: ambition and qana’ah (contentment). While qana’ah encourages us to be content with what Allah has given us ambition pushes us to work toward improvement. The relationship between qana’ah and ambition is examined from an Islamic perspective in this article which cites a number of trustworthy…
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Fiqh of Zakat Profession and Calculation Procedure
Professional zakat is intended for professionals or workers who have income that has reached the nisab. Nisab itself is the lowest limit that has been determined by sharia which is used as a guideline in determining the obligation to pay zakat on income. For workers who get a monthly salary every month and especially if we are a Muslim, it…
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Seven Major Sins: Can Ramadan Truly Erase Them?
Ramadan is always eagerly awaited because it is known as a month full of blessings and the chance to erase sins. But is it true that all sins are instantly forgiven after Ramadan? Don’t be too quick to feel relieved! There are several important things we need to understand about how to erase sins properly, especially regarding the Seven Major…
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Unlock Fasting Benefits, Avoid Zero Reward
Fasting is not just about holding back hunger and thirst it holds countless fasting benefits for our spiritual and physical well-being. However, some people fast, yet their reward is zero! How is that possible? The Prophet ﷺ has reminded us in the hadith: رُبَّ صَائِمٍ لَيْسَ لَهُ مِنْ صِيَامِهِ إِلَّا الْجُوعُ وَرُبَّ قَائِمٍ لَيْسَ لَهُ مِنْ قِيَامِهِ إِلَّا السَّهَرُ “Many…
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Preparing Qurban for Eid al-Adha from the Month of Shawwal: What is the Ruling?
Muslims perform the act of Qurban (sacrifice) as a sign of obedience and thanksgiving to Allah ﷻ on Eid al-Adha one of the most important occasions in the Islamic calendar. According to several hadiths and Islamic teachings qurban is a highly recommended act of worship (sunnah muakkadah) for those who can afford it. What is the ruling on fattening the…
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