* Courtesy of the Muslim Judicial Council (South Africa) In this first video of a four-part series, Mufti Taha Karaan advises Muslims to practice social distancing with immediate effect in order to prevent and reduce the rate of COVID-19 transmission. The unfortunate reality is that places of worship such as mosques are communal places where […]
A few days ago, I visited the local supermarket to stock up on some basic supplies for the home – some rice, canned food, tissues, cleaning items, and medicine. An announcement from the government was imminent, and anticipating a potential decision to close schools, offices, and other public venues and activities, people were rushing to […]
The Shafiʿi School On Friday and Congregational Prayer During Epidemics by Shaykh Muhammad Salim Buhayrī al-Shafiʿi Translated By Moulana Zakariyya Harnekar All Praise is due to Allah and Blessings and Salutations upon our Master, the Messenger of Allah. These are some points in Fiqh pertaining to the calamity of the coronavirus (covid-19)—may Allah keep it […]
In this article, Dr Hisham Hellyer advises students of knowledge how they should navigate their thoughts, studies and daily responsibilities amid the current COVID-19 pandemic. Divine Wisdom Verily, in every situation, there is a divine wisdom, because in every situation, God is the One who Permits; in every situation, he is the One who Benefits; […]
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* Courtesy of Muwasala Habib Umar bin Hafiz (may Allah protect him and benefit us by him) was asked if there is any dhikr that could be recited for protection from disease. He advised doing the following: Giving charity Seeking Allah’s forgiveness abundantly (istighfar) Bestowing abundant prayers upon the Prophet ﷺ Reciting the following verses of […]
* Courtesy of Masjid al – Furqaan (Cape Town) In this Pre Khutba talk, Shaykh Sadullah Khan advises the congregation on the lessons that can be learnt regarding the current global pandemic COVID – 19. Shaykh Sadullah provides practical measures and precautions that people can take in their daily lives in order to reduce the […]
Sidi Tamim Faruk shares a beautiful testimonial on how SeekersGuidance has had a beneficial impact on his life as a student. Thinking back on my life so far, the age 15 strikes me so much. When previously I had little self confidence, that was the first year I grew out of my shell and started […]
There are a number of ways to get the most out of Rajab. Some of the most important are as follows: 1. Seeking forgiveness in abundance and making sincere repentance; 2. Making a sincere resolve to seek to approach Allah through performing acts of obedience and avoiding acts of disobedience; 3. Assessing your state, rectifying […]
In this series, Shaykh Shoayb Ahmed of South Africa will take us on a journey through the lives and biographies of some of the most celebrated and well known scholars of the twentieth and twenty – first century. These historical accounts will provide us with refreshing insights and lessons, and motivate us to follow in […]
