Niqaabi Forever, Insha-Allah

Before Hajj - Advices by Shaykh Muhammad Saleem Dhorat

2011-10-12T20:56:00.001+01:00

Before Hajj - Introductory AdvicesBy Shaykh Muhammad Saleem Dhorat hafizahullah Hajj is an invitation from the Lord of all the Worlds to visit His Sacred House and an opportunity for us to correct the shortcomings and faults we find in our lives. All intending pilgrims should be focused on the great journey that awaits them and prepare for it as best as possible. In addition to the essential task

Islamic Wedding by Maulana Muhammad Saleem Dhorat

2011-05-07T11:25:00.002+01:00

Islamic WeddingBy Shaykh Muhammad Saleem Dhorat hafizahullahWedding of Fātimah radiyallahu anhaFātimah radiyallahu anha is the youngest daughter of our beloved Prophet sallallahu alayhi wasallam. Out of all the children, she was the most beloved to him. He said, ‘The queen of the ladies in Jannah is Fātimah.’ He also said, ‘Fātimah is part of my body. Whoever grieves her, grieves me.’When Fātimah

Women's Abayas (jilbab) SALE NOW ON!

2009-02-09T11:56:00.002Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah,To celebrate the launching of a new collection of abayas, hamzahonline.com has a great SALE on.Some of the jilbabs on SALE are shown below:GRAB A BARGAIN BEFORE SALE ENDS! PRICES FROM AS LITTLE AS £21.99!Hamzahonline.com specialises in Muslim baby clothes, Islamic baby hats, bibs, baby vests, babygrows and much more. Check out Hamzahonline.com today!Wassalam

WAR ON GAZA - GAZA APPEAL

2009-01-14T20:02:00.002Z

UMMAH WELFARE TRUST LAUNCHES £1MILLION APPEAL. HELP THE PEOPLE OF GAZA TODAY!Even though the Gaza strip has been under months of blockade and lacking access to the most basic food and fuel supplies, the people of Gaza have come under attack yet again.Over 500 Palestinians have been killed and thousands injured after the Israeli air force launched dozens of air raids on the Gaza Strip.At least 30

Barclays Decision to Close UWT Account - YOUR HELP URGENTLY REQUIRED!

2008-12-22T19:31:00.002Z

Barclays decision to close UWT account. The Ummah Welfare Trust (UWT) is dismayed by receiving a 30 day notice from Barclays to close their bank account. The trust has been banking with Barclays since its inception in 2001 in order to carry out relief operations in over twenty countries across Africa, Asia, Europe and the Middle East providing support to over a

Muslim Baby Clothes and Eid Gifts! We've got you covered!

2008-11-29T17:17:00.001Z

Salaam,Just to inform you (again) of an online Islamic shop which sells cute muslim baby gifts, muslim clothing, men's halal oudh (perfume), personalised newborn presents, islamic toys, nasheeds and loads more.Alhamdulillah, prices are veryyy reasonable.Please take the time to check it out, and also forward to others.Website address: http://www.hamzahonline.com/Jazakallahu khairun,Wassalam

Seerah Conference - London E13 - Saturday 8th November 2008

2008-11-06T12:47:00.001Z

Hamzahonline.com - New Islamic store launched with affordable gifts!

2008-08-31T23:35:00.001+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Wr Wb,An exciting new online Islamic store has been launched. Hamzahonline.com promises to bring you the best audio lectures from prominent Muslim scholars of the U.K. But that’s not all. Hamzahonline.com are offering a beautiful range of muslim baby clothing with the cutest printed designs, Islamic children's clothing with meaningful logos, and men's exclusive Muslim T-shirts.

The Significance of Sha‘bãn

2008-08-15T14:53:00.001+01:00

The Significance of Sha‘bãnBy Shaykh Muhammad Saleem Dhorat hafizahullah The Significance of Sha‘bãnSha‘bãn, the eighth Islamic month is second only to Ramadhãn in virtue, blessings and greatness. It is due to this virtue and greatness that the Prophet sallallahu alayhi wasallam used to emphasise its importance not only verbally but practically too.‘Ã’ishah radiyallahu anha narrates, “Rasoolullah

Burma - EMERGENCY APPEAL!

2008-05-08T18:58:00.002+01:00

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URGENT APPEAL - Gaza in CRISIS!

2008-01-27T20:09:00.000Z

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MASSIVE SALE - SHUKR CLOTHING - SALE ENDS 24th JANUARY!!!

2008-01-23T14:40:00.000Z

MASSIVE SHUKR CLOTHING SALE - SMART, STYLISH, MODEST AND QUALITY ISLAMIC CLOTHING! HURRY! SALE ENDS TOMORROW, 24th JANUARY 08!

HMC Awareness Programme - SISTERS ONLY

2008-01-03T14:21:00.000Z

Saturday 19th January 2008HMC Awareness Programme - SISTERS ONLYWith Multimedia presentationsSpeakers inc. Shaykh Riyadul Haq10:30 a.m. - 01:00 p.m.Venue: Usmani Hall, 308 St. Savoiurs Rd, Leicester, LE5 4HRPLEASE NOTE!! - This event is for Sisters OnlyPLEASE NOTE!! The above event will not be held at the Highfields Community Centre as advertised in our recent Newsletter Issue 11.

Links to Recommended Websites

2007-12-21T11:56:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah,Links to some amazing websites. Please bookmark, link to and spread the word!Halaalsearch.com - Only indexes halaal and appropriate sites.HalaalSearch Network Ads: Excellent way to increase page ranks on google etc, and circulate all the authentic (approved) sites.TGL Services - Muslim Hosting.The Deen - Students' website.Darul Uloom London, KentMuftipedia (part of

Significance of the First Ten Days of Zul Hijjah

2007-12-18T16:47:00.000Z

The First Ten Days of Zul~HijjahBy Shaykh Muhammad Saleem DhoratSignificance of the First Ten Days of Zul Hijjah1. Allah has taken oath of ten nights in Soorah Al-Fajr. According to the majority of the commentators of Qur'ãn, the nights are those of the (first) ten days of Zul Hijjah.2. Abdullah Ibne 'Abbãs radhiallahu anhu related that the Prophet sallalahu alayhi wasallam said, "Good deeds

RADIO HAJJ - Broadcasting for the first-time in Leicester!

2007-12-10T12:06:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah,Alhamdulillah, the Radio Ramadhan team of Leicester are back early this year. For the first time ever they have launched a Hajj Radio station.Radio Ramadhan Leicester is renowned all over the world for the beneficial and enjoyable programmes they offer. So, we are truly blessed to have them broadcasting for the Hajj period.For all those fortunate to reside in

HAJJ: A Guide For Intending Pilgrims

2007-12-05T14:42:00.000Z

HAJJ A Guide For Intending Pilgrims By Islamic Dawah Academy, Leicester. U.K.NIYYAH1. The person who intends to perform Hajj must do so with the express niyyah of attaining Allah’s Pleasure, and to fulfil one’s fardh, and also to diligently carry out the Commands of Allah and His Rasool sallallahu alayhi wasallam. The rewards for deeds depend greatly on the niyyah that is formed. Sincerity is

SAWM (Fasting) by Shaykh Muhammed Saleem Dhorat

2007-09-14T15:28:00.000+01:00

SAWM (Fasting)by Shaykh Muhammed Saleem DhoratO you who believe! Fasting is prescribed to you,as it was prescribed to those before you,that you may (learn) self-restraint(Holy Qur'aan 2 : 183)Sawm (fasting) means to refrain from eating, drinking and cohabiting from subha sadiq (early dawn) to sunset with a niyyah (intention) of observing fast.Fasting in the month of Ramadhaan is one of the five

Article on Voting by Shaykh Muhammad Saleem Dhorat hafizahullah

2007-05-01T13:17:00.000+01:00

Three Electoral Commitments Every Muslim Should Make by Shaykh Muhammad Saleem Dhorat hafizahullah(http://www.idauk.org)Like the rest of the country, the UK’s Muslim community is gearing up to vote on May 5th. The political parties have been campaigning in earnest for some time, outlining their policies and stressing their commitments to the nation. With less than a week left before polling day,

Darul Uloom Deoband Launches Ifta Website!

2007-03-31T17:10:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah,Alhamdulillah, Darul Uloom Deoband have launched an online ifta website. Check out the website:http://www.darulifta-deoband.orgYou can also submit your questions in English.Alhamdulillah.Wassalam.

Bayan by Shaykh Saleem Dhorat Hafizahullah

2007-02-24T10:15:00.000Z

REVIVALMEDIA.CO.UK - CD/DVD Duplication Services

2007-02-04T23:15:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah,Please check out: http://www.revivalmedia.co.ukRevival Media Productions was established in 2005 with the aim of providing high quality audio publications for the purpose of reviving the true way of Life, Islam.The Revival Media Team of expert graphic designers, create lecture CDs/DVDs for the Ulama e kiraam, and actively promote their works. Revival Media

After Hajj - Shaykh Muhammad Saleem Dhorat

2007-01-21T21:19:00.000Z

AFTER HAJJBy Shaykh Muhammad Saleem DhoratOnce again more than two million believers were honoured to become the ‘Guests of Allah’ and through Divine Guidance have completed the rituals of Hajj with great love and enthusiasm. How fortunate are these souls who are blessed with the following words from Rasoolullah sallallahu alayhi wasallam:Whoever performs Hajj for the Pleasure of Allah and

Ramadhaan Focus - Question & Answers

2006-09-24T15:36:00.000+01:00

Ramadhaan Focus - Question & AnswersCONTRACEPTIVES AND FASTINGQ) If a woman is on a contraceptive, can she continue to use it so not to missfasts in Ramadhaan? the contraceptive is used for medical purposes and not toprevent a child-not married.A) If an unmarried female is on a contraceptive for medical reasons, she maycontinue its use as that will be of dual benefit to her, medical as well as

Event: Evenings of Remembrance (LONDON)

2006-07-25T22:26:00.000+01:00

** Evenings of Remembrance (LONDON) ** in the auspicious company ofHazrat Shaykh Yusuf Motala Sahib (daamat barakaatuhum)(Founder and rector of Darul Uloom, Bury and senior disciple of Hadhrat Shaykh Maulana Mohammad Zakariyya rahimahullah)Venue(s): Thursday 27th July - Masjid Quba; Stamford Hill**Friday 28th July - Masjid Umer; Walthamstow**Friday 28th July - Tooting Islamic Centre;

Encouragement of Marriage and having Children

2006-07-03T16:01:00.000+01:00

Encouragement of Marriage and having ChildrenIslam encourages the young Muslims to get married and have children. The Prophet [sallallaahu alayhi wasallam] said, 'O young people, whoever of you can afford it, let him get married. It helps restrain the eyes and preserve the private parts. But if he cannot afford it, let him fast, for it works as a preventative.'He also said, 'Marry fertile women,

Al Kawthar Academy (Leicester, U.K.) in Need of Your Donations

2006-05-31T22:08:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah,The following was posted on sunniforum.com regarding Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq's project/Institute and the financial problems facing Al Kawthar Academy (Leicester, U.K.)-------------------Assalaamu 'Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa BarakaatuhuI pray everyone is in the best of health and emaan and their exams are going well.Sheikh Riyadh ul Haq set up the Al Kawthar Academy in

Tips For a Happy & Successful Marriage

2006-05-24T17:22:00.000+01:00

TIPS FOR A HAPPY AND SUCCESSFUL MARRIAGE Ten ways of increasing happiness in your marriage and making it a successful oneThe young and excited bride-and-groom-to-be; ecstatic about the upcoming wedding and marriage and the joy that it will bring. Three to six months later, reality has set in and both spouses realize that marriage is no easy task, but one that takes a great deal of effort and

Voices Sisters Annual Dinner (Loughborough Uni Event)

2006-04-21T19:53:00.000+01:00

Voices Sisters 4th Annual DinnerThe Sound of a Sound HeartDATE: 30th April 2006TIME: 2:30pm to 7:30pmVENUELoughborough UniJames France Exhibition HallLoughboroughTICKETSUnder 18's, Unemployed & Students: £5Over 18's & Employed: £10http://www.urvoices.cominfo@urvoices.com (View Poster: http://www.urvoices.com/sistersdinner06.jpg)

Shaykh Hamza Yusuf Lecture: The Legacy of Imam Abu Hanifa (R.A)

2006-04-04T19:05:00.000+01:00

The Legacy of Imam Abu Hanifa: 8th April 2006AMAL PRESS PRESENTS:------------FROM TEXT TO TRADITION:The Legacy of Imam Abu Hanifa------------Saturday 8th April,Friends House, Euston, London6:30-9:30 pmShaykh Hamza YusufMufti Muhammad ibn AdamOne of the most important manuals of the Hanafi School, Al-Hidayah (The Guidance) has been published by Amal Press, completely translated for the first time

Fiqh of Divorce by Mufti Muhammad ibn Adam

2006-03-07T15:09:00.000Z

FIQH OF DIVORCEBy Mufti Muhammad Ibn Adam al-KawthariDivorce is a very delicate matter in Islam, so much so that even without realising it, many Muslim couples divorce each other simply due to words said either in jest or seriousness. The unfortunate consequence is that couples may find themselves in a situation which they are unable to redeem.The only remedy to this is to study the Fiqh of

Intended Insults: Unintended Consequences

2006-02-08T13:31:00.000Z

Intended Insults: Unintended ConsequencesBy Khalid Baig (albalagh.net)Posted: 6 Muharram 1427, 5 February 2006 On 31 January, Carsten Juste, editor-in-chief of Jyllands-Posten, published an open letter to Muslims saying he was sorry that Muslims took offence from the cartoons (which his cultural editor had commissioned for the express purpose of causing offence). In that caricature of an apology

Danish Cartoons: Islam vs. Freedom of Expression?

2006-02-07T13:54:00.000Z

Danish Cartoons: Islam vs. Freedom of Expression?(Maulana Hafiz) Sikander Ziad Hashmi, sunniforum.comCartoons are doing what so many couldn’t: Unifying Muslims across the globe.On the other hand, a growing number of brave freedom-fighters, led by journalists, are standing up to “reaffirm the principle of free expression.” And non-Muslims are wondering why this unified outrage is a no-show when it

Major Marked-Down Prices on Learn Arabic Courses 2006!

2006-01-28T14:46:00.000Z

SOURCE: Shariah Program BlogAlhamdulillah, over the years since ShariahProgram.ca first began offering Arabic Courses for English-speaking students, through the fadhl (grace) of Allah Ta’ala and His immense Kindness and Mercy, we have gained much recognition and appreciation. Our enrolled members have all provided positive feedback on their studies under our institute. (See: testimonials) Many

ARABIC ONLINE CLASSES 2006

2006-01-26T14:39:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah,Below is information regarding the Arabic 2006 classes run by the Shariah Program, under the guidance of Shaykh Mufti Yusuf Mullan. The two months online Arabic classes are about to begin in February, start enroling:Alhamdulillah, over the weekend, we were able to update the course related pages on the website. All start-dates have been adjusted to reflect the 2006

Internet Precautions and Guidelines

2006-01-18T21:19:00.000Z

Internet Precautions and GuidelinesSource: Al Jamiat - Vol 6 No 2Internet technology has brought about dramatic advances in communication and information accessibility. The blessings and favours of Allah Ta'ala upon His servants are indeed innumerable. Expressing shukr (gratitude) for these favours by word and deed is incumbent. Internet usage is fast becoming a norm in many a Muslim home. Adults

Sisters Hajj Programme in Leicester

2005-12-09T14:14:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah,Just to announce, there shall be a Hajj Programme for the sisters in English this Sunday (11th December) after Maghrib Salaah, Insha-Allah.Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pmVenue: Muslim Community College77 Evington Valley Rd, Leicester.The programme will be delivered by the Alimahs of Leicester.Please attend and spread the word.Jazakallahu khair.Wassalam.

The Mercy of Allah!

2005-11-20T16:17:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah,Another extract from the beneficial book by Faqih Abu Lais Samarqandi (A.R.), titled "Admonition for the Neglectful" (Part 1) (Original version: 'Tambhi ul Gafileen'). [Also on: Islamrocks.com Articles Library]A Thought Provoking IncidentHadhrat Jibreel (A.S) related to Rasulullaah (sallAllaahu-alaihi wasallam) the incident of a person who lived on an island and

10 Days in the Blessed Lands of Yemen

2005-11-17T19:56:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah,Extracts from Mufti Muhammad ibn Adam's personal account of his trip to Yemen: (LINK: http://www.daruliftaa.com/Docs/Blessed_Lands_of_Yemon.htm)Habib Umar informed me how he spent some time in India with the Jama’ah Tabligh. He said, his father Shaykh Abu Bakr ibn Salim had close links with the head of the Jama’ah Tabligh in India, Shaykh Muhammad Yusuf

Allah is All-Forgiving, Most Merciful

2005-11-12T14:12:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah,Currently reading a brilliant kitab by Faqih Abu Lais Samarqandi (A.R.), titled "Admonition for the Neglectful" (Original version: 'Tambhi ul Gafileen'). Many Sufi Scholars use this book for their mureeds (disciples) spiritual upbringing (as mentioned in the 'Forward'.)I've scanned a small extract from the kitab:THE EXCELLENCE OF THE UMMAH OF Rasulullaah (Sallallahu

Clarification on the album 'Songs of Innocence'

2005-11-09T14:03:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah,Just in case it wasn't clear before, a new version of the Songs of Innocence album is, Insha-Allah, going to be released very soon. This will be a vocal only version. When I mentioned 'daff-free' version previously, I meant that this CD will be without the usage of daff, not FREE as in muffet (guji word). Sorry folks if you misunderstood this. So yes, if you wish to

Mufti Qari Ahmed Ali Falahi

2005-10-27T16:45:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah,Click on the following links to listen to one of the talks by Mufti Qari Ahmed Ali Falahi (brother of Mufti Muhammad Ali Falahi, Blackburn):Love for the Prophet (SAW) Qiraat - Qari Ahmedali FalahiLove for the Prophet (SAW) Part 1 - Qari Ahmedali FalahiLove for the Prophet (SAW) Part 2 - Qari Ahmedali FalahiLove for the Prophet (SAW) Duaa - Qari Ahmedali Falahi[From:

Intermingling of the sexes II - Ummati blog

2005-10-10T20:25:00.000+01:00

Post number 2 - from http://ummati.blogspot.com--------------------Intermingling of the sexes II Assalamualaykum readers.In this post I will be continuing with my previous topic regarding the intermingling of non-mehram men and women that takes place in person as well as on the internet.I apologise for the lack of clarity in my words. I was specifically targetting the 'chatting' that is taking

Unjustifiable Contact With the Opposite Gender

2005-10-07T13:50:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh,Insha-Allah, this should be a three part series, where I will be posting two posts from the beneficial blog: http://ummati.blogspot.com. The third post will be on the protection of Sisters, how to save oneself from the fitna of the net world.Without further ado:---------------------------------Intermingling of the sexes: Post 1 (Ummati.blogspot.com)I

Suggested Timetable for Ramadhan

2005-10-03T22:28:00.000+01:00

SUGGESTED TIMETABLE FOR THE MONTH OF RAMADHANby Shaykh Muhammed Saleem DhoratIn order to maximise our time and perform our ‘ibaadat with ease, we should try to follow a set routine or timetable.1. We must wake up for suhoor as it is a Sunnah of our Rasoolsallallahu alayhi wasallam. He has informed us that the food of suhoor is full of barakah: “Eat suhoor, because in it lie great blessings.” (

The Path to Perfection

2005-10-02T08:17:00.000+01:00

The Path to Perfection new publication An Anthology of the Spiritual Teachings of Hakim al-Umma Mawlana Ashraf Ali Thanawi by Shaykh Masihullah Khan Sherwani "A critical and profound insight into the essential themes of spiritual thought in South Asia during the 20th century"—Dr Mahmood Chandia, Subject Leader in Islamic Studies at the University of Lancashire, UK"This work clearly presents a

NEW: Talib al Habib's INCREDIBLE Album 'Songs of Innocence'

2005-09-21T10:56:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatah,If you're wondering about the tracks playing in the background, they are just a few from Talib al-habib's (a student of the traditional sciences and a medical doctor) awesome nasheed Album 'Songs of Innocence'.Insha-Allah, the Voice-Only version of this album is coming out soon! Please e-mail info@nuralhabib.com if you're interested in buying the

Sha'ban: Merits, Do's, and Dont's

2005-09-18T16:46:00.000+01:00

Sha'ban: Merits, Do's, and Dont'sBy Mufti Taqi Usmani- The Night of Bara'ah - What Should be Done in this Night? - What Should Not be Done in This Night- Fast of the 15th Sha'banSha'ban is one of the meritorious months for which we find some particular instructionsin the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad, Sall-Allahu alayhi wa sallam. It is reported in theauthentic ahadith that Prophet Muhammad,

VOICES 4th ANNUAL IFTAAR GATHERING 2005

2005-09-11T16:42:00.000+01:00

VOICES 4TH ANNUAL IFTAAR GATHERING 2005"CONTINUING THE STRUGGLE"Dates: 9th October 2005Time: 2pm - 7pmLocation Loughborough UniversityJames France Exhibition HallEpinal Way, LoughboroughSpeakers Shaykh Abu Muntasir (JIMAS)Shaykh Hasan Ali (Media 4 Insight)Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq (Al Kawthar Academy)Shaykh Muhammad JihaniIncludes Qur’anic Recitation, Exhibition, Multimedia Shows , Nasheed performance

Islamic Gathering for Sisters in Leicester, UK

2005-08-17T21:38:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah,As advertised at Masjid Umar, Leicester:INTRODUCTORY ISLAMIC OPEN AWARENESS GATHERINGDATE: Sunday 21st August 2005TIME: 2.30pm - 3.30pmVENUE: Muslim Community College77 Evington Valley RoadLeicesterLE5 5LLThis gathering has been organised to bring the females of our community closer to Islam and to give an insight as to the purpose of our existence in this

Islamic Stance on the Recent London Bombings

2005-08-11T16:25:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh,A famously long article by Mufti Muhammad ibn Adam. This one is an absolute must to read:Islamic Stance on the Recent London Bombings QUESTION:What is the Islamic stance regarding the recent attacks on the London underground tube network? Can it be justified in any way? I hear many non-Muslims accusing Islam of terrorism. What can I say?ANSWER:In the

Removing hijab when there is "fear"?

2005-08-05T14:33:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh,From the Hanafi (Sunnipath) Mailing list:Removing hijab when there is "fear"? QUESTION: Recently a known British Muslim scholar has been reported in news stories as advising women who fear being harmed physically or verbally to remove their hijab so as not to be identified by those who are hostile to Muslims. What is your opinion on this matter. Can one

Oh Makkah Oh Madinah - how I miss you so much!

2005-08-02T17:53:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, I've been asked to talk about the time I spent in Makkah and Madinah, but how can I put into words the beauty of the two most blessed cities? I won't be able to do justice to Makkah and Madinah by my words... it's indescribable. You really have to go there and see for yourself and experience the peacefulness, joy, beauty of MakkahAl Mukaramah and

Going for Umrah... Alhamdulillah!!!!!!!!!!!

2005-06-23T17:37:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah,Insha-Allah, going for Umrah in a couple of days! All praise be to Allah for giving me this beautiful opportunity again. Please remember me in your pious duas! And you won't see me here for three weeks or more!Please forgive me if I have offended/hurt anyone of you in anyway. Sis Sajeda, sis Musaafirah, sis Cheeky and Sunniforum.com sisters, Jazakallahu khair for

Summary of Bayan Mufti Taqi Usmani did in Leicester, 13th June 2005

2005-06-21T21:46:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah,Here you go Sajeda bhen, I did the summary of the bayan you requested. This is just a brief summary of the talk on Interest and Islamic Finance that Shaykh Mufti Taqi Usmani (damat barakatuhum) did at Jame Masjid, Leicester, on 13th June 2005. Any errors in the summary are solely mine. Apologies for the summary being very short.Bismillah...What is the basic

Sisters Sports and Funday in Leicester

2005-06-15T22:01:00.000+01:00

Khidmah Organisation Presents:3rd FEMALE SPORTS AND FUNDAYDate: Sunday 19th June 2005Time: 10.00 am - 4.00 pmVenue: Crown Hills Community College, Gwendolen Rd, Leicester, LE5 5FTThis is an all female event with full purdah facilities on the school grounds. Activities on the day includes Athletics, Games, Donkey Rides, Bouncy Castles, Exhibitions and other activities.There will also be stalls on

Mufti Taqi Usmani (db) in the UK and Other Events!

2005-06-10T18:04:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh,EVENT NUMBER 1:1st Ethical presents:Various lectures delivered by one of the leading scholars of our generationShaykh Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani (May Allah preserve him) 1st Ethical are honoured to be hosting Shaykh Mufti Taqi Usmani, Chief Justice (Retd.), Supreme Court of Pakistan, throughout the duration of his forthcoming visit to the UK.Although

NEW Shariah Program Blog & Amend Your Darul Iftaa Links

2005-05-24T17:20:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh,Firstly, please, visit the new Shariah Program blog. Insha-Allah, forthcoming posts should be on the latest news and updates of the site content and Online Arabic Courses currently running, as well as news on upcoming Shariah Program Events.Subscribe to the Shariah Program via the subscription box on the Shariah Program homepage, or on the blog

Women in Islam - Islam's Elevation of Women...!

2005-05-10T14:43:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh,Praying you are all in the best of health and Iman, Insha-Allah.Over 1400 years ago Islam gave women rights and privileges, which had never before been enjoyed under any other constitutional or religious systems. These rights were bestowed to females at a time when existing civilisations were not even prepared to regard or treat women as a human being!

"Spring's Gift"- Poem by Shaykh Hamza Yusuf

2005-04-30T15:38:00.000+01:00

"Spring's Gift"- Poem by Shaykh Hamza YusufShaykh Hamza Yusuf on the Coming of the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) (Source: Hanafi Yahoo! mailing list)Spring's Giftby Shaykh Hamza YusufI envy the sand that met his feetI'm jealous of honey he tasted sweetOf birds that hovered above his headOf spiders who spun their sacred webTo save him from his enemiesI envy clouds formed

The Fiqh of Nikah (Part 4 of 'The Fiqh of Eternal Love' Series)

2005-04-25T16:31:00.000+01:00

The Fiqh of Nikah & Marital IntimacyDelivered by Mufti Muhammad ibn Adam al-Kawthari The importance of marriage and spending a blissful married life is known to us all. It is vital and necessary for those seeking to marry and those already married to understand the commands of Allah Most High and His beloved Messenger (Allah bless him & give him peace) concerning this great act of worship.The

Muasharat (Social Conduct)...

2005-04-23T18:35:00.000+01:00

MUASHARAT AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE DEENIt should now be realized that Muasharat is an inseparable part of the Deen. A perfect Muslim will, therefore, be one who adopts all the branches of the Deen. In all aspects he has to behave like a Muslim. There has to be no resemblance with the kuffaar.People have generally understood Muamalaat and Muasharat to be beyond the scope of the Deen. It is indeed

The Five Branches of the Shariat

2005-04-17T19:02:00.000+01:00

THE FIVE BRANCHES OF THE SHARIATThe Shariat consists of five branches or parts:Aqaa-id, Amaal, Muamalaat, Akhlaaq, Husn-e-Muasharat.AQAA-ID (Beliefs), e.g. beliefs in the Oneness of Allah Ta’ala and the Risaalat (Prophethood) of Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam).A’MAAL (Righteous deeds) e.g. Salaat, Saum.MUAMALAAT (Transactions Contracts) e.g. trade and commerce.AKHLAAQ (Moral character)

Harmful Effects of Sinning

2005-04-09T15:53:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh,I got the following from the book 'Pearls of Wisdom 2', Compiled by Mufti Saiful Islam, Bradford. Take a read:Harmful Effects of SinningEvery sin produces the following outcomes:1. Allah's (Subhanahu Wa Ta'aala) anger and displeasure.2. Shaytaan's triumph and delight.3. Moving further away from Jannah.4. Approaching Jahannam.5. Harming one's own soul

A Beautiful Dua from 'Desire for the Aa-khirah' by Maulana Ashraf 'Ali Thanvi (Rah.)

2005-04-04T14:43:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh,Some time back, a sister asked for the Arabic to the dua that I have put up on one of the sideboxes on my blog (See 'Beautiful Dua' box). I've finally got around to scanning it from the kitab onto my computer and uploading it. I found this dua in the book "Desire for the Aa-khirah" by Maulana Ashraf 'Ali Thanvi (Rahmatullahi Alayh). See below:Ameen to

Who's The Real Fool?

2005-04-01T09:49:00.000+01:00

APRIL FOOLQuestion: THE FIRST OF APRIL is regarded as a day to play practical jokes on people. Generally a person is told something which perturbs or even shocks him. However he shortly thereafter realizes that what he was told is not true but it was rather a joke. According to the Shariah is it permissible to play such practical jokes on people?Answer: This is a very pertinent question. Hence it

Information on the 'Fiqh of Eternal Love' Course, Currently Being Delivered by Mufti Muhammad

2005-03-22T13:40:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh,Insha-Allah, you are all in the best of health and Iman.From my previous post you may have gathered that Shaykh Mufti Muhammad ibn Adam of Darul Iftaa, Leicester, is running a course on Marriage which is split into six sessions. The first of these sessions took place on Sunday. Unfortunately, my friends and I were unable to attend. However, someone who

"The Fiqh of Eternal Love" - Course Delivered by Mufti Muhammad ibn Adam

2005-03-01T15:33:00.000Z

"The Fiqh of Eternal Love" A 6-session course delivered by Shaykh Mufti Muhammad ibn Adam al-Kawthari "And among His Signs is this, that He created for you mates from among yourselves that you may dwell in tranquillity with them, and He has put love and mercy between your (hearts); verily in that are signs for those who reflect." [Quran 30:21]The importance of marriage and spending a blissful

The 10th of Muharram

2005-02-18T18:25:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh,The following is an extract from an article by Mufti Taqi Usmani (db):The day of 'Ashurah' Although the month of Muharram is a sanctified month as a whole, yet, the 10th day of Muharram is the most sacred among all its days. The day is named 'Ashurah'.According to the Holy Companion Ibn 'Abbas (Radhiallaahu Ánhu). The Holy Prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi

The Month Of Muharram

2005-02-15T16:57:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh,Take a read of the following beneficial article by Shaykh Maulana Saleem Dhorat hafizahulla, of Islamic Da'wah Academy, Leicester:THE MONTH OF MUHARRAMby Shaykh Maulana Muhammed Saleem DhoratMuharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar, is one of the four sacred months mentioned in the Glorious Qur’ãn:Lo! The number of the months with Allah is

Beneficial Links & Request to Muslim Blog Owners

2005-02-03T17:35:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, OK, here are a couple of beneficial links I think you all should check out and bookmark, Insha-Allah: 1) Tsunami - Making Sense of Calamities - Shaykh Mufti Abdur Rahman ibn Yusuf 2) A Few Words on the Tsunami Disaster - Shaykh Riyadh ul Haq 3) Tsunami Disaster: An Islamic Prespective 4) Asian Tsunami Pictures - Close up pictures of the Masajid

Sponsorship Opportunity!

2005-02-01T16:35:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, For all those who own Islamic Websites/forums Shariah Program have a couple of opportunities which will help both your sites and them. One is that they are offering you a possible chance to exchange links with them. So if you have an Islamic site they will link you to their site and in return you link them to your own sites. The benefits: you get a

Tsunami Crisis - Masajid still left standing!!! (SubhanAllah!)

2005-01-27T19:50:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Below are pictures of just some of the Masajid that remained standing whilst all around them was a mass of chaos. Check out the pictures and see for yourself how Allah (SWT) saved these Masajid from destruction and be a witness of the truth so clearly evident: SubhanAllah!!! (The above pictures were originally on Yahoo!. They can

Eid ul Adha

2005-01-18T15:34:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Insha-Allah, the majority of the Masajid over here (in Leicester) will be celebrating Eid on Thursday 20th January 2005. But in any case, whichever day you are celebrating it, Eid Mubarak! Hope you have a wonderful day. Kindly remember the Muslims all over the world in your duas. Below is part of an article by Shaykh Maulana Saleem Dhorat on Eid ul

Significance of the First Ten Days of Dhul Hijjah - Shaykh Saleem Dhorat

2005-01-16T13:19:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Please take a few minutes of your time to read the following article by Shaykh Saleem Dhorat (db) of Islamic Da'wah Academy, Leicester. Insha-Allah, you will benefit from doing so: Significance of the First Ten Days of Zul Hijjah By Shaykh Muhammad Saleem Dhorat 1. Allah has taken oath of ten nights in Soorah Al-Fajr. According to the majority of

Couple of things...

2005-01-10T17:55:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Insha-Allah, you are all in the best of health and Iman. Firstly, I'm sure you've all heard about the recent earthquake in which a great many lost their lives, family, homes and wealth. How do you come to terms with such a catastrophe...? What can you do to help? Here's a couple of links to articles worth reading, which should Insha-Allah give you an

Hijab by Ahmed Bukhatir

2004-12-26T17:30:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Hoping you are all in the best of health and Iman, Insha-Allah. The following is the English translation to the beautiful nasheed al-Hijab, by the nasheed artist Brother Ahmed Bukhatir: AL HIJAB Let them say about my hijab that it wastes my youth Let them increases my blame, I belong to the religion I swear I don't care of what they say, my

Advertising with the Shariah Program

2004-12-08T18:46:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, This is pretty amazing! Do a search on 'google' for the term 'nasheeds' and you'll be surprised that 'http://niqaabi-4ever.blogspot.com' ranks FIRST page for that! And not only does it rank first page for that term alone, but also for 'mp3 nasheeds' and 'Ibrahim al Jibreen' amongst others. So how did a small time insignificant BLOG like mine, beat all

Tasawwuf and the bayanat of our Shuyukh

2004-11-25T21:05:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh,I pray and hope you are all in the best of health and Iman, Insha-Allah.If you look above this blog post (well not directly above as you'll see the Shariah Program ads but above that...) where you can see the scrolling text in the 'Announcement' box, you'll see that I've recommended the reading of 'Treatment for Anger' as posted in the Attarbiyah

Mufti Muhammad's Bayans and more

2004-11-06T21:41:00.000Z

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Insha-Allah, you are all in the best of health and Iman, and that your Ramadhan and Ibadah is all going well. The month of Ramadhan is fast coming to an end...but Alhamdulillah we still have a few days left in which we can opt to take the most benefit from. A hadith which is constantly in my mind which is truly beautiful and which I should really

Ramadhan and Tasawwuf

2004-10-23T19:29:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Insha-Allah, you are all in the best of health and Iman and steadfast on Deen e Islam. A late Ramadhan Mubarak to everyone. I hope, Insha-Allah your Ramadhan, your fasts, Ibadah, Taraweeh and so forth is all going well. Please remember this humble Muslim in your pious duas! Alhamdulillah here in Leicester all (or most) of the Deobandi Masajid

Update on Tasawwuf section

2004-10-02T16:53:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, I pray you are all in the best of health and Iman, Insha-Allah. Firstly, it saddens me deeply to find that someone has copied the entire contents of my blog as it appears here (with the exception of my blog posts..) onto their German Islamic website by copying my source code. It would have been great if you could have asked for permission before

HMC Seminar

2004-09-17T13:24:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Firstly: Halal Monitoring Committee Seminar 19th September 2004 at 2 pm Crown Hills Community College, Leicester Separate arrangements for sisters and refreshments provided Present: Dr Adil Abbas, Shaykh Adam Hafizahulla, Shaykh Shahid Raza, Shaykh Riyadhul Haq, Dr Abdul Majid Katme, Shaykh Bilal (of Bury) and HMC panel. (Contact: http://

Loss of communication

2004-09-07T21:37:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, I wonder how much we lose by way of communication on the internet. So many words, so little meaning...reminds me of that nasheed by Br Dawud Warnsby Ali..."I sent an email to my loved one just the other day, It's sad communication has evolved this way. We use so many words but have so little to relate, As angels scribble down every letter that we say.

Mufti Falahi Bayan

2004-08-22T15:26:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Insha-Allah, you are all in the best of health and Iman. Firstly, just to announce an event happening in Leicester for the sisters, Insha-Allah: Al Masjid and Madrassah Al-Furqan 298 East Park Road Leicester Special Sisters Programme 29th August 2004 after Zuhr Salaat (2.00 pm) As you will be well aware that the construction work of Masjid al

Shariah Program UK

2004-08-09T17:09:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, The following is an email from Sunniforum on behalf of Toronto Shariah Program ...read and forward, Insha-Allah. Jazakallahu khair wa ahsanal jaza: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakathu. Shariah Program are flying in from Toronto to hold a FREE 3-day intensive

Umrah 2004

2004-07-30T20:42:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Insha-Allah, you are all in the best of health and Iman. It's now been exactly a week since I came back home after 3 weeks in Makkah and Madinah (just under two weeks in Makkah and 8 days in Madinah.) My brother's left for Umrah today. I wanted to go back again!! Believe me Makkah and Madinah is just sooo beautiful, I can't express their beauty in

Islamic links

2004-06-23T18:40:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Insha-Allah, you are all in the best of health and Iman. Just a couple of announcements to make: Firstly, check out SunniForum - the home for authentic Islamic learning and teaching. Alhamdulillah, we have amongst us Shuyukh namely Mufti Yusuf Mullan, Maulana Nazim Mangera, Maulana Ziad , involved and you will, Insha-Allah, greatly benefit from

Quranic Sciences

2004-06-13T15:49:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, My intention was to post about people taking the verses of the Qur'an literally, and picking and choosing the verses that suit them. Surfing through message boards, you see extensively how people without knowledge quote certain Ahadith or ayah from the Qur'an to back up their points without having full knowledge of what they post, without having

Propagating Islam

2004-06-09T17:35:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Got back from Wales on Monday. Alhamdulilah it was fun. Beautiful place. The people, well some of them were really nice, helpful and all that, whilst others were the opposite. The one thing that got to me was how people just stare. It's like they've never seen a niqaabi before, actually I don't think they ever have. One lady stared right at me, and

Gaining Islamic Knowledge

2004-06-01T15:43:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Hoping you are all in the best of health and Iman, Insha-Allah. Just been packing as my family and I are going away for 3 to 4 days, Insha-Allah, this week, whilst the rest of you will probably be revising hard for your exams, lol. The beauty of staying at home and obeying one's parents. Alhamdulilah. Sometimes I wonder how it would have been if my

Shaykh Maulana Muhammad Saleem's bayan

2004-05-27T13:14:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Insha-Allah, you are all in the best of health and Iman. On Sunday I attended a bayan for the sisters hosted by the Islamic Da'wah Academy. The talks were in English by three Shuyukh, one of them being Shaykh Maulana Muhammad Saleem Dhorat. There was also Qir'aat, nasheeds, naats prayed by some sisters. Shaykh Maulana Muhammad Saleem's bayan was

Events in Leicester

2004-05-21T13:44:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Events in Leicester this Sunday for the Sisters Firstly, this Sunday, that is 23rd of May 2004, there is going to be bayans in English for the sisters at Al-Khayr Foundation, Dale Street. This is hosted by the Islamic Da'wah Academy and will take place at 2 pm. All sisters are requested to attend and benefit from the talks, Insha-Allah. Some of the

My take on Hijab

2004-05-16T20:01:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh. My take on Hijab Firstly, let us define 'Hijab'. Dr. Mohammed Ismail Memon Madani in his Kitab Hijab writes; " These days the word Hijab is often translated in English as Head Scarf, which is not in accordance with its meaning and intent in the Holy Qur'an and Ahadith. It is, therefore, misleading. The correct translation is 'Something that covers

Importance of Sunnah

2004-05-15T16:34:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, My thoughts and comments on the article I posted in the previous post (The War on Hijab) & subject matter Alhamdulilah, brilliant article by the Islamic Tarbiyah Academy. It touches on quite a few things. Firstly, reviving the Sunnah of our Prophet Muhammad (SAW). Unfortunately, nowadays Muslims are more involved and wrapped up with the Dunya,

The War on Hijab

2004-05-15T13:52:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Below is an article taken from Attarbiyah Magazine March 2004 (Volume 6/Issue 9). (Jazakallahu khair, Shaykh Mufti Zubair Dudha, for granting permission to use the Islamic Tarbiyah Academy's online material.) ---------------------------------------- The War on Hijab Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) predicted about the later times, times

changing blog content

2004-05-14T17:20:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Insha-Allah, you are all in the best of health and Iman. I'm changing and adding a few things to my blog, insha-Allah. The tag-board as you can see is no longer there. It's distracting and I thought my blog would be better without it, insha-Allah. I'm going to be adding more stuff which will be of benefit to my Muslim brothers and sisters out there.

Mufti Muhammad on celebrating the Mawlid

2004-05-07T17:51:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Hoping you are all in the best of health and Iman, insha-Allah. Sorry for the lack of updates. Been dedicating all my net time on another project. Hoping it will be a huge success, insha-Allah!! Went to our local butchers today. Alhamdulilah it was great to see the Halal Monitoring Committee labels on the meat and the HMC certificate approving and

kitabs purchased

2004-04-26T14:49:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Insha-Allah, you are all in the best of health and Iman. Bought some top kitabs from Islamic Da'wah Academy yesterday. They have one of the best Islamic bookshops. You can find every kitab your looking for there. Top stuff. Anyways these are the kitabs I bought; An Approach to the Quranic Sciences (Uloomul Quran) by Justice Mufti Muhammad Taqi

blog amendments

2004-04-19T20:04:00.000+01:00

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, Firstly, jazakallahu khair katheerun for all those who gave me suggestions as to what to do with my site and encouragement. I really do appreciate it. I still need all the ideas you can come up with to improve my blog, so please do continue to roll them in. As you can see I've messed around with colours and hence the drastic colour change on my blog.