Muslim Lifestyle
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Islamic Eid Greeting Options That You Can Use
Are you ready to send Eid greetings yet? Come on, choose the ones that are in accordance with the sunnah! Remember, Eid is coming soon! When the day of victory arrives, surely we all want to share happiness by sending Eid greetings to family, friends, and coworkers. But, have you ever thought about which greetings are most recommended in Islam?…
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Eid Al Fitr Clothes: Tradition or Just a Trend?
Eid al fitr is the most awaited moment, right? After a month of fasting, we can finally celebrate the day of victory! Well, one tradition that is never missed is wearing new eid al fitr clothes. But, is it true that we always have to buy new clothes for Eid al fitr? Or is this just a habit? Let’s discuss…
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Sunnahs and Etiquettes of Traveling in Islam
Islam places a high vaIslam places a high value on travel or safar since it is both a spiritual and a physical journey. In order to enable Muslims to transform their travels into acts of worship the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ gave clear instructions on sunnahs and proper travel behavior. Observing these customs can provide blessings protection and spiritual benefits to…
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Quran and Ramadan: Why Are They So Special?
Imagine if there was a love letter from someone you love very much and he/she loves you too. The letter contains a message that can bring your life closer to him/her, especially if it turns out that it can make us safe in this world and the hereafter. Surely you will read it attentively, right? Now, imagine that the love…
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Quran in the Month of Ramadan: Why Should We Get Closer?
Have you ever felt that the month of Ramadan has a different vibe? The atmosphere is calmer, the heart becomes more peaceful, and there is a sense of urgency to be more diligent in worship. One of the reasons why this month is so special is because this is where the Quran was first revealed. But, do we really understand…
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Start of Ramadan Fasting: The Correct Method of Determination
Have you ever been confused about why the start of the Ramadan fast sometimes varies? Some start earlier, some later. Actually, this is not just a difference of opinion, but because there are different methods in determining the start of Ramadan. So that you are not confused, let’s discuss it together! Why Can the Start of Ramadan Be Different? There…
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Maximizing Rewards from Worship According to Personal Capacity
In Islam worship is not restricted to particular practices like prayer, fasting or the Hajj. Depending on their circumstances and abilities each Muslim performs acts of worship with their own strengths and comfort. according to the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ): Do good deeds because everybody will be eased towards what he is created for. (Narrated by Muslim and Al-Bukhari). Islam is…
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Let’s Muhasabah! Reflecting on One’s Shortcomings
In Islam, muhasabah or self-reflection is a profound idea that inspires believers to constantly assess and consider their deeds goals and spiritual condition. We need muhasabah to help us stay focused on our ultimate goal which is to worship Allah ﷻ and work toward His pleasure in a world full of obligations temptations and diversions. We can recognize our shortcomings…
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Postpone the Menstruation with Medicine to Complete Ramadan, Is it Allowed?
One of required worships of Islam is the requirement that all Muslims who are of legal age, sane and physically capable is fasting during the month of Ramadan. Allah ﷻ said in surah Al-Baqarah verse 183: يَا أَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا كُتِبَ عَلَيْكُمُ الصِّيَامُ كَمَا كُتِبَ عَلَى الَّذِينَ مِنْ قَبْلِكُمْ لَعَلَّكُمْ تَتَّقُونَ O you who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting…
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Intention to Fast Qadha Ramadhan: Don’t Make a Mistake!
Have a Ramadan fasting debt that hasn’t been repaid? But don’t know for sure the law regarding the intention to fast Qadha Ramadhan? So that your worship is valid and without doubt, let’s discuss it thoroughly here! Starting from reading the intention to fast for Qadha Ramadhan, the best time to make Qadha, to the consequences if you continue to…
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