Demonstrating the true make up of ISLAM: Tamwar's speech in EastEnders

                            Tamwar Masood talks to Nancy about his beliefs. Photograph: Kieron McCarron/BBC

Just as we encountered the tragedy of Paris attack, The scene in Monday’s episode in which Tamwar Masood explained his faith to his girlfriend Nancy was a rare – and timely – counter to how Muslims are often portrayed on TV.  When one read about Tamwar's speech, one of the characters in EastEnders shows, which apparently

Majority of British Muslims have witnessed Islamophobia – study

The majority of British Muslims say they have witnessed discrimination against followers of the Islamic faith and that a climate of hate is being driven by politicians and media, a study

An Ibo Muslim scholar declares his challenges being a muslim

In my quest for happenings in the muslims world, I came across this stale but wonderful and touching story of an igbo muslim scholar who converted to islam at the age of 13, not only did he convert, he took an extra bold step to seek arabic knowledge and got to the depth of clear understanding of islam. He narrated his ordeal as a convert igbo muslim.... Read the full story below;

The weeklytrust describes Sheikh Shehu Uthman Anaga, formerly Sylvanus Anaga, as one of the leading Igbo Muslim scholars from Ebonyi State. Sheikh Anaga says lack of adequate propagation and enlightenment are the main factors militating against the spread

Islam Forbids Boyfriends And Girlfriends

BY MrOlai: Nairaland.com

Allah(SWT) says in the Qur'an: "Let them remain chaste, those who are not capable of marriage, until Allah(SWT) enriches them out of His bounties." Allah(SWT) says in another verse: " Do not move near fornication/adultery..."

The Prophet(SAW) is reported to have said: "Be mindful of Allah(SWT) with respect to two things, and you shall be rewarded with Paradise". The companions of the Prophet(SAW) asked " What are

Hate crime: Hijab wearing muslim girl hit to the floor in London

Subahnallah! But why this hate against muslims in London? A hijjab wearing girl by name Tasneem Kabir (16) was hit unconscious to the floor on her way to college. This is recently increasing

Even a smile is charity

The Prophet Muhammad [PBUH] said: “Charity is prescribed for each descendant of Adam every day the sun rises.” He was then asked: “From what do we give charity every day?” The Prophet answered: “The doors of goodness are many; enjoining good, forbidding evil, removing harm from the road,

15 Tips That Helps To Achieve greater Concentration in Prayer

Afterall what is it that God wants, (Sheik Arif asks)? Does He want us to bow down and prostrate even more? Offer more prayers? Go to even more pilgrimages? Well if that�s what He wanted then he could have created a thousand more Gabriels who would continually offer such worship. Who would continouly sing His praises more loudly and deeply than we ever can. Why settle for t

The Prophet Muhammad's (PBHU)Last Sermon.

The Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) Last Sermon

This sermon was delivered on the Ninth Day of Dhul Hijjah 10 A.H. in the ‘Uranah valley of Mount Arafat’ (in Mecca).

After praising, and thanking Allah he said:
“O People, lend me an attentive ear, for I know not whether after this year, I shall ever be amongst you again. Therefore listen to what I am saying to you very carefully and TAKE THESE WORDS TO THOSE WHO COULD NOT BE PRESENT HERE TODAY.

Daily Supplications From Day 1-30 For The Month Of Ramadan.

                 DAILY SUPPLICATIONS FOR THE MONTH OF RAMADAN    أدعية الأيام في شهر رمضان
                              Translated from the Arabic     by Yasin T. al-Jibouri

· 1       اَللّـهُمَّ اجْعَلْ صِيامي فيهِ صِيامَ الصّائِمينَ، وَقِيامي فيهِ قيامَ الْقائِمينَ، وَنَبِّهْني فيهِ عَنْ نَوْمَةِ الْغافِلينَ، وَهَبْ لى جُرْمي فيهِ يا اِلـهَ الْعالَمينَ، وَاعْفُ عَنّي يا عافِياً عَنْ الْمجْرِمينَ .
1.Lord! Make my fast in it one of those who truly fast, my prayers those of who truly pray, and awaken me from the sleep of the inattentive, grant me forgiveness for my sins in it, O Lord of the Worlds, and do forgive me, O One Who forgives criminals.

The Virtues Of Patience

The religion of Allah Taa'la is 100% complete and was brought to us by the best of mankind, the Holy Prophet . Allah Taa'la used the Holy Prophet  to perfect this religion of His, meaning that the Prophet  was the perfect example for us to follow.
The Prophet  taught us what to do in every stage in life. This is one of the qualities that makes the religion of Islam very unique and standout from other religions which are practiced in many parts of the world.
The religion of Islam tells us what to do as soon as we open our eyes in the morning and throughout the remainder of the day and night till we close ou

25 Sayings Of Prophet Muhammad ( PBUH ) For Victory in This Life And Hereafter

Sallam Alaykum.

As part of my research to bring the best of write ups by various scholars to you as regard the teachings of our peaceful religion, you may enjoy this very nice piece by Adil Mohd .

Narrated from khalid bin walid (RA), A man (RA) once came in the gathering where The Holy Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) was sitting w

Words Of Wisdom Of Prophet Muhammad ( PBUH )

The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is an inspiration to hundreds of millions of people around the world.
Here are some sayings of the Prophet Muhammed (Hadith)  that help us understand his inspirational character…
“A Muslim who plants a tree or sows a field, from which man, birds and animals can eat, is committing an act of charity.” (Muslim)
“There is a polish for everything th

Ramdan Generosity, Laylat al-Qadr, I'tekarf

Sallam alaykum brothers and sisters in Islam, as we patiently await the much expecting holy month of Ramadan, I brought to you an article on some of the good deeds we could engage ourselves in during this special month. Below is the excerpts from iqrasense.com. Endeavour to read through and pass/share (the

What Does Islam Say About Terrorism?

Sallam Alaykum!

Surfing through the internet as usual and got to see this educating article about what islam says on terrorism which is in contrary to what the enemies of islam are spreading around the world. Below is the lovely article, enjoy the moment.

Unfortunately more and more often, Islam has been associated with terrorism and violence due to the actions

Tony Blair's Sister In-law Lauren Booth, A Broadcaster And Journalist Converts To Islam

Interview of Lauren Booth:

I thank Allah (swt) for giving me the chance to spend a month with the greatest Muslims alive in this Ummah today.

At the end of Ramadan, I went to a family home in Rafa one of the poorest refugee camps in the poorest areas, of the over populated city in the entire world. I had iftar with a family there who had about sixteen mats which were used at night to sleep on. In the middle of

British District Judge, Marilyn Mornington converts to Islam

"Allah subhanau wata'ala had His eyes on me ... He led me down a path from where there was no turning back from, because the more I got to know about Islam, about Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, [the more] it became obvious t

Jumu'at Message

Salam alykum!

Whoever realises how brief this life is; how little joy is in it; how unpredictable it is & how fast the end of time is approaching, will never be distracted by anythi

Today's Hadith

Jumah Mubarak!

Below is the hadith for  today. Inn shaa Allah, reading of this hadith and sharing it with our love ones shall be accepted as an act of ibadah. Amin.

Topic: Participate in Good

Narrated Ayyub that Hafsa bint Sirin said, “We used to forbid our young women to go out for the two Eid prayers. A woman came and stayed at the palace of

DO's & DON'Ts Of Courtship In Islam

My adorable brothers and sisters in islam, I have this piece for you about courtship which I believe some of us will find helpful in finding and building a solid and longlasting relationship with our "Halal Partner". Read from t

The Story Of Prophet Muhammad And The Jewish Scholar Of Medinah

Asallam alykum brothers and sisters in islam.

I found  one of the many very interesting stories of our noble prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) while I was surfing the net this morning and I feel it will be of great benefits to share with everyone who comes here. Find below the excerpts extracted

Asking Allah For Forgiveness For Our Sins

These two stories from the Prophet’s (S.A.W.S.) ahadith (sayings) shed light on Allah’s happiness when we ask Him for His forgiveness for our sins. The stories also show that Allah is always looking for ways to forgive his believing slaves – we just need to make that strong intention to look

Ramdan (Sawn or Fasting)

Fasting

Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, may be 29 or 30 days long. An Islamic month begins with the sighting of the new crescent in the western horizon, immediately after sunset. Muslims look toward the western horizon for the new moon on the 29th day of Shaban, the eighth month. If the new moon is sighted, Ramadan has begun with the sunset but fasting begins with the next dawn. If the