Embryology The Quran is the last revelation, and a proof not only to the pagan Arabs one thousand four hundred years ago, but also to the scientists of today. Perhaps one of the most remarkable qualities of the Quran for those living nowadays is the complete consistency between it and many of the discoveries of modern science. One of the first Western scientists to make a serious study of thi...... More

"The best thing with which to color your gray hair is henna or katm." [Abu Daawood and At-Tirmithi] Jaabir Ibn 'Abdullaah, may Allaah be pleased with him, narrated that Abu Quhaafa (the Father of Abu Bakr), may Allaah be pleased with them, came on the day of the conquest of Makkah with his hair and beard extremely white. The Prophet, sallallaahu alayhi wa sallam, said: “Change his hair color with something and do not use black.” Salmah, the Prophet's, sallallaahu alayhi wa sallam ,maid, said: “Anyone who complained to the Prophet, sallallaahu alayhi wa sallam, ...... More

One day, his father and his family asked him to join them on a picnic but he suddenly disappeared, so they had to go out without him. When they came back at the end of the day, they blamed him for not going out with them. He said, pointing to a book in his hand: "You did not benefit anything from your trip, whereas I memorized all this book in your absence." He was known for his physiog...... More

Suffering is well nigh an inescapable phenomenon for the Islamic movement of old and new, the reason being that Islam is a call to rebel against the institutions, thoughts and customs of ignorance (pre-Islamic era) in all its forms and shapes. This characteristic which distinguishes Islam has made the Islamic movement more susceptible to suffering. Suffering is one of the most important factors...... More

In Arabic, the word ‘Athaan’ is to call or to inform. Religionsly, it is a call made to inform people that the time of the prayer has begun. It is obligatory for the congregation in the mosque while for individuals praying alone at home, for example, it is a highly preferred act. It begins by proclaiming the greatness and oneness of Allaah and the denial of disbelief and polytheism, te...... More

Definition of "Qadhaa' and Qadar" When mentioned separately, either one means the other; but when stated together, they differ in their meanings e.g.: when it is generalised, Qadar encompasses Qadhaa' and vice versa. But when it is stated: 'Qadar and Qadhaa', then Qadar means the predestination of things and when the predestined matter occurs then it is Qadhaa'. Predestination and th...... More

Narrated 'Abdullaah bin 'Umar, may Allaah be pleased with him, that Allaah's Messenger, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, (may Allaah exalt his mention), said: "No one does anything more excellent in the sight of Allaah, The Great and The Glorious, than restraining his anger, seeking to please Allaah." [Ahmad and At-Tirmithi] Murphy's Law is commonly known as: "Anything that can...... More

Last week, Staff Sgt. Frank Wuterich was sentenced to a reduction in rank but no jail time for leading his squad in a rampage known as “The Haditha Massacre.” Wuterich, who was charged with nine counts of manslaughter, pled guilty to dereliction of duty. Six other Marines have had their charges dismissed and another was acquitted for his part in the massacre. What was the Haditha Mass...... More

A wise person should not be satisfied with his or her present circumstances; rather, he or she should continually aspire to achieve noble aims and seek self-improvement. If he or she attains a certain status, he or she must look forward to achieving an even higher one. Undeniably, this has to be done without demonstrating an inclination to this worldly life or contradicting the Sharee’ah of ...... More