Poet Novid Shaid reflects on one of the most significant events in Muslim history. On the 27th night of Rajab, the Prophet ﷺ was taken on the Isra wa Mi’raj – The Night Journey and Ascension to the Heavens. This was a glorious night, as is known to most Muslims, in which the Prophet ﷺ met his Lord and […]
In Islam, faith is an active rather than passive concept. From the sinner to the saint, everyone’s faith will waver from time to time. What do we do about it? Regardless of which faith group we belong to, we will waver in of our faith in the existence of God, our confidence in the applicability of faith in modern […]
Problems in the bedroom department play a huge part in the failure of many marriages. Sexual relations in marriage are a form of worship in Islam and are critical in strengthening our marital relationships, says Mufti Muhammad ibn Adam Al-Kawthari in this very detailed seminar. The more pious we are the better intimate relationships we will have with our spouses. Hence, […]
Oneness of Love – SeekersGuidance Retreat 2016 In just a few weeks, we will be gathering for this year’s retreat at Bark Lake Leadership Center, Ontario, Canada. It promises to be another life-changing experience, so don’t miss out! Register now (registration closes on May 7th): Oneness of Love Learn about some of the benefits of the […]
All We Need is Love for Allah and Prophet ﷺ. Love for them transforms everything in our faith – Ustadh Amjad Tarsin. The Prophet ﷺ is the key to gaining Allah’s love, and without him we would not know how to love Allah. To love the Prophet ﷺ , we must learn more about his life and his way, as knowing him will […]
If I ever shied away from coffee for worldly reasons, I embraced it for spiritual reasons, never realizing that it would point me to the meaning of life. “The first time that you drink coffee because of caffeine, it’s slightly euphoric.”said Shaykh Yahya Rhodus. I distinctly remembered the first time I drank coffee. I’d never liked […]
What is your purpose in life? Are you still searching for answers for your purpose on Earth? Shaykh Yahya Rhodus gives this remarkably inspiring khutbah during his brief visit to Toronto, Canada, offering 5 ways to get close to Allah and His Plan for you. Resources for seekers: How do I find purpose in Life? […]
What is the place of green and environmental stewardship in Islam? Ustadh Amjad Tarsin answers by citing several prophetic traditions emphasizing environmental consciousness and awareness. He gives three practical steps that Muslims should take to fulfill their role as stewards of the earth. Our thanks to ISNA Canada for the recording. Resources on Green and Environmental Stewardship of the Earth The Islamic Understanding of the Environment Scholars […]
Allah Most High says, “I am near – I answer the call of the one who calls upon me (2:186). Yet, many of us wonder: Are my du’as being answered? Is there a certain du’a I have to read for each of my concerns? Do my du’as have to be in Arabic? In this series […]
How can we be content with our lives? Why did the old man in the palace give the young man olive oil when he was asked about the meaning of happiness? Shaykh Ahmad Saad tells us the story, which serves as a powerful reminder for us to be content in whatever situation Allah has placed us in. […]
