Muslim Lifestyle
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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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Intention of Fasting in Ramadan: Obligatory or Sunnah? Here’s the Explanation!
Have you ever been confused in the middle of fasting in Ramadan because you forgot your intention to fast and suddenly thought, “Gosh, is my fast valid today?” It must feel uncomfortable, right? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! There are many people who still feel doubtful about the intention of fasting in Ramadan, whether it is obligatory or just sunnah.…
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Ramadhan Kareem: Time to Increase Faith and Piety!
Have you ever felt that the atmosphere of Ramadhan Kareem is very different compared to other months? The air before breaking the fast feels cooler, the aroma of food tempts from the kitchen, and the heart feels more peaceful. The nights are even more special with the recitation of the Qur’an, studies at the mosque, and prayers that are said…
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Is Hidayah Awaited or Sought?
A key idea in Islam is hidayah or divine guidance which describes the direction Allah ﷻ gives people to keep them on the straight and narrow. The heart is illuminated by this light which makes it possible to discern between truth and falsity right and wrong. But a relevant question is raised: Is hidayah something that one actively pursues or is…
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