Muslim Lifestyle
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The Story of Prophet Ibrahim in the Law of Qurban (Sacrifice)
Prophet Ibrahim Alaihissalam is a significant figure in Islamic history. He is known as “Abul Anbiya” or the “Father of Prophets” because many prophets are his descendants, including Prophet Ismail (peace be upon him) and Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. One of the most famous and influential stories of Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him) is the story of his sacrifice, which…
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Fulfilling Qurban While in Debt: Is It Possible?
Qurban is one of the acts of worship in Islam that has many pearls of wisdom and benefits. In qurban, we provide the pleasure of eating meat to those who rarely experience it and follow the example of Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him). However, there are some Muslims who have the intention to qurban but take on debt, either…
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Understanding the Proofs, Hadiths, and Rulings of Qurban in Islam
Qurban is an act of worship that has a deep meaning in Islam. It means sacrifice, sharing, and following the example of the righteous. In this article, we will discuss the proofs and rulings related to qurbani. The Proofs of Qurban 1. Surat Al-Kautsar, verse 2 Allah ﷻ says: فَصَلِّ لِرَبِّكَ وَانْحَرْ So establish prayer for the sake of your…
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The Virtue of Almsgiving: Charity Does Not Reduce Sustenance
Charity is one of the most highly recommended deeds in Islam. Many people think that giving alms reduces their wealth, but in fact, it opens the door to greater sustenance. In this article, we will explore the Quranic and hadith arguments that confirm that sadaqah does not reduce wealth, but rather the opposite. Quranic Proofs A. Allah ﷻ Says in…
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Character of a Successful Muslim Entrepreneur
The character of a good Muslim Entrepreneurs is one that can support the sustainability of the business as our role model Prophet Muhammad ﷺ who has good characters and role models in trading or entrepreneurship such as Shidiq, Amanah, Tabligh, and Fathonah. In a business or entrepreneurship, be it trade, investment, or other types of entrepreneurship, as a Muslim, of…
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Definition of Gharar and Examples of Gharar in Transactions
In the realm of Sharia-compliant business transactions, we approach each deal with utmost caution, ensuring a thorough review of terms and conditions before finalizing any agreement. One of the things that is prohibited in sharia transactions is to contain elements of Gharar. This is because gharar is an element that can cause losses to one party or both, for this…
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What Can We Learn From Prophet Muhammad ﷺ’s Success as An Entrepreneur?
The life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is a perfect example of leadership that blends spiritual values with worldly skills. Apart from being a messenger of Allah, he was also an accomplished entrepreneur. In the Islamic view, the values of entrepreneurship can be drawn from various aspects of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ’s life, ranging from business strategies to ethics in trading. Here…
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Is It True That Getting Married Opens Up Opportunities for Sustenance?
Marriage is one of the sunnahs of the Prophet Muhammad SAW which is recommended to be carried out immediately for Muslims who are able. Behind marriage, some many wisdoms and benefits can be obtained, one of which is its effect on sustenance. This article aims to examine the effect of marriage on sustenance from the point of view of religion…
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Is Istighfar Related to Sustenance and Blessings from Allah ﷻ ?
In Islamic teachings, the concept of istighfar (asking for forgiveness) has a close relationship with sustenance (livelihood or rizq). Istighfar is not only a request for forgiveness for the sins that have been committed, but also a practice that has a major impact on increasing one’s sustenance. In the Quran and Hadith, there are many proofs that emphasise the importance…
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How Can Prayer Affect Sustenance?
Prayer, as one of the main acts of worship in Islam, has a very important role in the life of a Muslim. Apart from being a form of obedience to Allah ﷻ, prayer also has a great influence in earning sustenance. In this article, we will explore how prayer affects one’s sustenance, with reference to the Quranic and Hadith arguments.…
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