Selfie Dysmorphia: Navigating the Filter Crisis
© Shutterstock Mateenah Aba Yamoah Keelson, Ghana The advancement of technology has led to a surge in the use of social media over the years. Platforms like Snapchat, with 187 million users worldwide and Instagram with about 600 million users, offer built-in filters that alter image appearances. For some users, filters are just a means […]
The Tyranny Of The Mechanical Clock
Look at your wrist or maybe at the corner of your computer screen – see those innocent-looking numbers telling you the time—what if I told you they aren’t so innocent, that those numbers are controlling your life in ways you never imagined? It might sound odd for a productivity researcher to have anything against the […]
Why must Muslim nen pay mahr when marrying?
Introduction Mahr, also known as dowry or dower, is a financial obligation that the groom pays to the bride as part of the Islamic marriage contract (nikah). The institution of mahr has been established in Islam as a means of safeguarding the rights and interests of women in marriage. The question of why men are […]
The Reality of Women and Education in Islam
©Shutterstick Mahwish Mahwish, Canada ‘O my Lord, Increase me in knowledge’ (The Holy Qur’an, 20:115) ^(https://www.blogquicker.com/goto/https://readquran.app/20:115) This verse of the Holy Qur’an was revealed by Allah the Almighty over 1400 years ago to the Holy Prophet Muhammad (sa) and emphasises to Muslims how important it is to pray to Allah for intellectual improvement. Similarly, the Holy […]
Why can’t Muslim women lead men in prayer?
Introduction The question of whether Muslim women can lead men in congregational prayers has been a subject of debate and discussion among scholars and laypeople alike. In this answer, I will explore the Islamic perspective on women leading mixed-gender congregational prayers, examining the relevant Quranic verses, Hadith, and scholarly opinions. Quranic Verses The Quran does […]
Turn to a State of OFF to Receive Rizq and Absorb Blessings
^(https://www.blogquicker.com/goto/https://nurmuhammad.com/turn-state-off-receive-rizq-absorb-blessings/) From the Realities of Mawlana (Q) as taught by Shaykh Nurjan Mirahmadi. أَعُوذُ بِاللَّهِ مِنَ الشَّيطَانِ الرَّجِيمِ بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيْمِ A’uzu Billahi Minash Shaitanir Rajeem Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem I seek refuge in Allah from the accursed Satan In the Name of Allah, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful Alhamdulillahi Rabbil ‘aalameen, was salaatu […]
Friday Sermon Summary 6th December 2024: ‘Answering Allegations in Relation to the Treaty of Hudaibiyah’
After reciting Tashahhud, Ta‘awwuz and Surah al-Fatihah, His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (aba) said that he would continue mentioning details of the Treaty of Hudaibiyah. Were Muslim Women to be Returned to Makkah? His Holiness (aba) quoted Hazrat Mirza Bashir Ahmad (ra) who writes: ‘It is common for flaws to be left undetected in […]
How Modern Life is Disconnecting Us from Our Parents
As I speak to people worldwide, I often hear people say ”we are losing touch with our parents”. Even scholars make emphasis on this concern. ^(https://www.blogquicker.com/goto/https://aboutislam.net/multimedia/videos/https-youtu-be-prb8db-17ao/) There is a growing disconnection between children and parents, and it’s becoming an issue that is hard to ignore. ^(https://www.blogquicker.com/goto/https://aboutislam.enthuse.com/cf/share-islam) We are all busy with work, responsibilities, and personal […]
What is the difference between charity and sadaqa?
In a Nutshell: Charity and Sadaqa both involve giving to those in need, but Sadaqa holds a specific meaning within Islam. It encompasses both voluntary and obligatory giving, with Zakat being the mandatory form of charity. Table of Contents Introduction Background and Context Evidences What is the Difference Between Charity and Sadaqa? Misconceptions about Sadaqa […]
The Mosque: A House of God for Worshippers of All Faiths
© Shutterstock Translated by Ahmad Nooruddeen Jahangeer Khan for The Review of Religions Translation Team. Address on 7th April 1934, upon the inauguration of the Bait-ul-Fazl Mosque, Lyallpur [Faisalabad]. After reciting the tashahhud and ta‘awwudh, His Holiness (ra) stated: From the very early days of my Khilafat, I have made it a principle to not […]