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The Concept of Hope in Islam: Is It Important?
In Islamic teachings, raja’ or the concept of “hope” plays an integral role in the relationship between a servant and Allah Ta’ala. Hope in Islam is not limited to seeking mercy or forgiveness; it also encompasses a deep conviction that Allah will always support His servants who place their trust in Him. However, raja’ cannot stand alone; it must be…
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The Benefits of Morning and Evening Dhikr in Islam
Morning and evening dhikr is one of the recommended acts of worship in Islam. Dhikr means remembering Allah through certain phrases taught by the Prophet Muhammad. With dhikr, a Muslim can feel the presence of Allah in every aspect of his life. The following are some of the benefits of morning and evening dhikr based on the Quran and Hadith. …
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The Future of Crowdfunding with Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Crowdfunding has become one of the most popular ways to raise funds for various projects, ranging from small businesses to charity projects. Crowdfunding itself is the choice of many parties to raise funds for both social and commercial projects because of its simple and easy process. While in the development of technology, the world is entering a phase where the…
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Understanding the Three Types of Manasiks Hajj
Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam. Hajj is a complementary act of worship to the pillars of Islam for Muslims who can afford it based on the following hadith: بُنِيَ الْإِسْلَامُ عَلَى خَمْسٍ شَهَادَةِ أَنْ لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ وَأَنَّ مُحَمَّدًا رَسُولُ اللَّهِ وَإِقَامِ الصَّلَاةِ وَإِيتَاءِ الزَّكَاةِ وَالْحَجِ وَصَوْمِ رَمَضَانَ. Islam is built on five foundations: bearing witness that…
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Hajj: A Complete Act of Worship
Hajj is one of the fifth pillars of Islam and is a complete act of worship as it combines material, physical, and spiritual deeds in one act of worship. Dalil on Hajj can be found in the Quran and Hadith. In the Quran, Allah ﷻ says: وَأَتِمُّوا الْحَجَّ وَالْعُمْرَةَ لِلَّهِ ۚ فَإِنْ أُحْصِرْتُمْ فَمَا اسْتَيْسَرَ مِنَ الْهَدْيِ ۖ وَلَا تَحْلِقُوا…
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Ashura’ Fasting and Gratitude in Islam
Ashura’ fasting is a form of worship in Islam that has virtues and deep meaning for Muslims. Observed every 10th of Muharram, this fast has strong historical and spiritual roots. This article will discuss in detail the Ashura’ fast, its virtues, and how an attitude of gratitude is implemented in daily religious practice. History and Background of the Ashura’ Fast …
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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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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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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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The Moral, Health, and Social impact of Ramadan Fasting
In the Al-Quran surah Al Baqarah verse 183 states about obligation fasting. يٰٓـاَيُّهَا الَّذِيۡنَ اٰمَنُوۡا كُتِبَ عَلَيۡکُمُ الصِّيَامُ کَمَا كُتِبَ عَلَى الَّذِيۡنَ مِنۡ قَبۡلِکُمۡ لَعَلَّكُمۡ تَتَّقُوۡنَۙ ١٨٣ “O people who believe! It is obligatory upon you to quickly as it was obligatory upon those before you so that you may be righteous,” The objective of fasting is mandatory For…
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