Human-caused warming halted a new ice age that began 2,000 years ago, study finds
Greenhouse gases in the atmosphere have risen from the burning of fossil fuels, and this has probably blocked the onset of Earth’s next ice age. That is the finding of a new study of an ice cap in the Canadian Arctic. Scientists have warned,…
From Hilful Fuzul to the Charter of Madinah: 10 steps the Prophet (PBUH) took to establish peace
Our beloved Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) came to bring a cool breeze of peace to a troubled world. From birth to death, he travelled from one end to the other carrying the message of peace. All his life, his struggle and devotion to establishing peace…
Prayer will be the first to be judged on the Day of Judgement: its importance in the Quran and Hadith
Prayer (namaz) is the deepest expression of the relationship between the servant and the Lord; it is one of the principal acts of worship in a believer’s life. Care for prayer is a reflection of faith and obedience to Allah. The Holy Quran and…
Intercession on Judgement Day, protection in the grave: why recite Surah Al-Mulk regularly
Every surah of the Quran is a source of guidance and blessing for the believer. But several hadiths speak of the special status of Surah Al-Mulk. According to the narrations, on the Day of Judgement this surah will intercede for those who recite it…
‘This is a tested matter’: the real fruits of good deeds and the Sunnah in scholars’ experience
Islamic Shariah brings complete guidance for every aspect of human life; this is one of its beauties. Islam purifies people’s hearts, guides their conduct on the right path and shows the way to well-being in this world and the hereafter. The…
From reputation to the well of Rumah: six business strategies of Hazrat Uthman (RA)
We know Hazrat Uthman ibn Affan (RA) best as the third caliph of Islam. Yet before the responsibility of the caliphate fell on his shoulders, he was one of the most successful and far-sighted merchants of Makkah. A close look at his business life reveals…
Let the Quran and Sunnah, not the algorithm, lead your life: a lesson in restraint on social media
Hundreds of millions of people around the world are now connected through social media platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok. This era is called the age of information and technology. The astonishing progress of…
Love for the Prophet is part of faith: mountains and trees too loved the Prophet (pbuh)
In the light of the holy Quran we come to know of the ihsan, that is the mercy, of the Prophet Karim (pbuh); Almighty Allah has declared the Prophet (pbuh) Rahmatullil Alamin. Almighty Allah says, And I have sent you only as a mercy to the worlds, that…
Depression is not to be thought weakness of faith, standing beside the sufferer is the duty
Family discord, economic crisis, failure at work and anxiety about the future constantly create mental unrest in people’s lives. Yet, alongside physical health, caring for mental health is equally essential. Islam has given very beautiful guidance…
Hifz is not only a casket of memory, let the Quran bloom in a hafez’s life
The Holy Quran, the word of Almighty Allah, is a beacon of guidance for humankind. Memorising this great book, reciting it correctly, teaching it to others and conducting one’s life according to its precepts are highly blessed and meritorious acts.…