Muslim Lifestyle
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Khadijah Radhiyallahu Anha: The Perfect Example of a Wife
In his journey of life and da’wah, The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was surrounded by companions and friends who were always ready to strengthen him, help him, and even sacrifice themselves for him. The Prophet’s closest friends such as Abu Bakr, Umar bin Al-Khattab, Uthman bin Affan, Ali bin Abi Talib and other friends, Radhiyallahu anhum were the pillars who supported…
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When Husband Doesn’t Provide, Is The Wife Allowed to be Working Wife?
Lately, we’ve been hearing more and more complaints about income. “My wife has to work,” or “My husband doesn’t earn enough.” And since who knows when, conditions like this have been considered normal. Nowadays, there’s a term called “split the bills,” where the husband pays the house installments, while the wife covers the electricity and the children’s school fees. Women…
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The Importance of a Strong Foundation and the Roles of Husband and Wife in the Family
Talking about the roles of husband and wife in the household according to Islam can sometimes feel like a long, endless debate. We get busy demanding our rights, busy wanting recognition, but we forget to set our hearts on the fact that life’s essence is worship and the rules for that worship come from Allah ﷻ, not from our own…
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Independent Woman in Islam
One of the most well-known catchphrases of our day is independent woman which stands for empowerment, freedom and self-assurance. Yet behind its popularity lies a deeper question worth asking: “In the context of Islam what does independence actually mean? And could it be that Islamic independence carries a far richer and more balanced meaning than simply “doing everything alone”?” Also…
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Unemployed Husband,What Does Islam Say?
When a Unemployed Husband whether because of losing his job, illness, or simply choosing not to, many ask: “What is the ruling in Islam?”This issue is not just about income. It’s about responsibility, dignity, and barakah (divine blessing) within the family. Also read: Hard Work and It’s Importance in Islam A Husband’s Duty in the Light of Sharia In Islam…
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Rules of Husband and Wife
Islam views marriage as a holy partnership rather than merely a contract. It is the union of two souls (husband and wife) who pledge to grow together, find harmony in one another and complement one another. Islam sees marriage as a divine cooperation bound by love, mercy and responsibility rather than as a power struggle between two opposing sides. According…
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Jobs for Muslim Women
Today, the question of appropriate jobs for muslim women is about how to develop a job without losing her value or dignity. Islam establishes moral boundaries so that every professional action from muslim women is an act of worship and contributions to society. As stated by Allah ﷻ: مَنْ عَمِلَ صَالِحًا مِّن ذَكَرٍ أَوْ أُنثَىٰ وَهُوَ مُؤْمِنٌ فَلَنُحْيِيَنَّهُ حَيَاةً طَيِّبَةً“Whoever…
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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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Afraid Your Income Will Stop If You Stay Sharia Compliant?
“Have our hearts ever felt anxious, afraid that our sustenance would stop because we chose a path that was in accordance with Islamic law?” Sometimes we often worry without realizing it. If we’re honest, the client will run away. If we reject a conventional mortgage, when will we ever own a home? Without a “grease line,” how will we win…
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