Can the Fasting Cook taste the food they are preparing?
“abu ‘Abd Allah, ‘Alayhi al-Salam, was asked about the case of a fasting woman who tastes to examine the salt of a [...]
How to deal with Slander and Backbiting?
In a world that thrives off backbiting and slander, we often find ourselves on the receiving end of it. At times it [...]
How Small is Shirk in your Heart?
Many believe they are free from Shirk (associating partners with Allah) and are pure monotheists. The Prophet (sawa), however, once said: “al-Shirk [...]
Standing up when hearing the name of al-Qa’im (aj)
Have you ever wondered why the Shia all around the world, stand and put their hands on their head at the mention [...]
The way of Taqiyyah or the way of Abu Dhar (ra) ?
There is much confusion about when Taqiyyah is required or when we should speak out the truth publicly and expose the enemies [...]
The Kaafir and the Falaah
When we hear the word “Kaafir” we immediately think of “disbeliever” or “non-Muslim” .. however Allah (swt) has used this word and [...]
Prophet Ibrahim (as) – The epitome of Disassociation (Bara’a)
In many instances in the Qur'an, Prophet Ibrahim (as) showed the best forms of bara'ah (disassociation). It goes to the extent that [...]
The Truth left me with no Friends?
Many attribute the saying “The truth left me with no friends” to Imam Ali (as). After some research I have not been [...]
Breaking recommended fasts when invited?
While observing recommended fasts, we often face the dilemma of being invited to eat along with our fellow brothers or sisters. How [...]
The bravery of Nusaybah bint Ka‘b al-Māziniyyah (ra)
One of the most righteous and devoted of people to the Prophet (sawa) was a female by the name of Nusaybah bint [...]