O Angel of Death! Every creature cherishes its identity; every human being loves their name. Surely, you too must love your name, and why wouldn’t you? It is a name bestowed upon you by the Lord of the Worlds. But do you know what your name signifies to us humans? Your name consists of two… Continue reading O Angel of Death!
Visit of the Bangladeshi Minister for Religious Affairs
Today (Tuesday, 9 Jumada al-Akhirah 1446 AH), the Bangladeshi Minister for Religious Affairs, Maulana Dr. Abu Al-Fayz Sahib, along with a delegation, visited my humble abode in Oxford. During a gathering that lasted approximately an hour and a half, we exchanged thoughts on various academic, educational, and religious matters. Mr. Abu Al-Fayz Muhammad Khalid Hussain… Continue reading Visit of the Bangladeshi Minister for Religious Affairs
May the glory of Bilad al-Sham endure forever!
This morning, on Saturday, the 7th of Jumada al-Akhirah, 1446 AH, I awoke to the sound of resounding chants of tahlil (proclaiming Allah’s oneness) and takbir (declaring His greatness) from Jamia al-Iman in the heart of Damascus, before the Fajr prayer. I had visited this mosque and attended some lessons there during my journey to… Continue reading May the glory of Bilad al-Sham endure forever!
Islamic Propagation: Not the Result of Theoretical Dominance
Category: Current Affairs Source: DrAkramNadwi Telegram Date of post: 2024-01-11 Disclaimer: This article was translated by AI. For seventy years, the people of Palestine have faced relentless genocide. Their cities and villages have been destroyed, their homes seized, and they have been forcibly exiled. The atrocities of this Nakba and the inhumane treatment they endured… Continue reading Islamic Propagation: Not the Result of Theoretical Dominance
Women and Modesty
Dr. Syeda Hina Fatima, a resident of Mumbai, is a pious and virtuous woman actively engaged in the field of women’s education and upbringing. She asked: What are the rulings regarding women’s modesty and covering (satr)? — Answer: It goes without saying that there is no hijab between a husband and wife. Beyond the husband,… Continue reading Women and Modesty
Who is the one I like the most?
It is not the radiant glow of a moon-like forehead, Nor the flowing dark tresses cascading gracefully on shoulders. It is not the essence of love poetry, Nor the blossoming allure of a lotus in bloom. It is not a queen of melody, Nor a sovereign of musical harmonies. It is not a magical voice,… Continue reading Who is the one I like the most?
On covering the women’s head
Translated by Sumaiya Akram The Question Put to Me They said: It is not compulsory for a woman in Islam to cover her head in prayer, and in front of non-mahram men. I said: Are you saying something light in a matter of seriousness? Or perhaps you are seekers of strange things? Or are you… Continue reading On covering the women’s head
The Puzzling Mind: A Call to Contemplative Inquiry
The natural world and all its phenomena present themselves as intricate puzzles, each requiring contemplation and understanding. To approach these puzzles superficially is to forfeit the opportunity to uncover deeper truths. Instead, one must strive to engage deeply, seeking meaning and uncovering the mysteries of creation. Imagine a mother with three sons, each responding differently… Continue reading The Puzzling Mind: A Call to Contemplative Inquiry
A Story from the Life of the God-Fearing Scholar, Qari Siddiq Ahmad Bandawi (May Allah Have Mercy Upon Him)
The esteemed and pious scholar, Qari Siddiq Ahmad bin Sayyid Ahmad Bandawi, passed away on the 23rd of Rabi’ al-Thani, 1418 AH. He was among the righteous of his time, graduating from Mazhahir al-Uloom in Saharanpur in 1363 AH. He founded several schools and kuttab (Qur’an learning centers) and shared a remarkable friendship with our… Continue reading A Story from the Life of the God-Fearing Scholar, Qari Siddiq Ahmad Bandawi (May Allah Have Mercy Upon Him)
The Hereafter
Human life is inherently complex and difficult to sustain without a sense of intrinsic value. Mere survival—marked by the acts of eating, sleeping, accumulating wealth, and reproducing—is insufficient to fulfill the deeper needs of human existence. While these activities cater to basic survival and biological continuity, they fail to address the profound, instinctive drive for… Continue reading The Hereafter