The rude awakening It is He Who has sent amongst the Unlettered a messenger from among themselves, to rehearse to them His Signs, to sanctify them, and to instruct them in Scripture and Wisdom,- although they had been, before, in manifest error;- 062:002 As well as (to confer all these benefits upon) others of them, […]
The Journey of our Daily Lives – The Circle of Evil – Section 2 – Part 3
The evil seed that causes branches of conflict through a hidden disease Adultery: the pitfall of one’s life Allah (swt) says in the Holy Qur’an: Nor come nigh to adultery: For it is a shameful (deed) and an evil, opening the road (to other evils). 017:032 Literally it is evil as a road (or a way). […]
Dedication
Surely my prayers, my service of sacrifice, my life and my death are all for Allah Almighty. This dedication is to my faithful husband Roy (Abdul) Razak, and my two precious children, Shazeena and Aslam Razak. Alhamdu-lillah I am very proud and very pleased with my husband and my two children, for their hard striving […]
Explore Jihad (the Gospel of Unity) – Part 1: Jihad (fighting for Allah’s cause)
O Prophet! Fear Allah, and hearken not to the Unbelievers and the Hypocrites: verily Allah is full of Knowledge and Wisdom. 033.001. But follow that which comes to thee by inspiration from thy Lord: for Allah is well acquainted with (all) that ye do. 033.002. And put thy trust in Allah, and enough is Allah […]
Explore Jihad (the Gospel of Unity) – Part 2: The evidence of Allah’s existence
The evidence of Allah’s (swt) existence lies in all His creations; if only people can turn their earnest attention to it they would be able to understand His existence and His creations. The setting of a glorious star is a symbol of humility before the power, beauty and goodness of Allah (swt). It is also […]
Explore Jihad (the Gospel of Unity) – Part 3: Rights and duties of Brotherhood
Islam teaches us to bow to Allah (swt) our Creator and this is exactly what Prophet Abraham (pbuh) did as mentioned in Al-Qur’an: Behold! His Lord said to him: “Bow (thy will to Me):” He said: “I bow (my will) to the Lord and Cherisher of the Universe.” 2:131. Abraham was not a Jew nor […]
Explore Jihad (the Gospel of Unity) – Part 4: Revelation makes everlasting truth clear
Revelation that was given to all of the Apostles and Prophets make everlasting truth clear: Those who mock merely undo themselves; we should consider the signs of Allah (swt). Gracious. We should glorify Him with praises and gratitude for all the favors that He has bestowed on us, rather than engaging in negative behavior, such […]
Explore Jihad (the Gospel of Unity) – Part 5: Love and Relation to the Holy Prophet
In spiritual love and relationship to the Holy Prophet (owbp) is entitled to more respect and consideration than blood-relations. Wherever there are conflicts and duties the believers should follow his teachings and his pattern of his life’s conduct as mentioned in the Holy Qur’an: Ye have indeed in the Messenger of Allah a beautiful pattern […]
Explore Jihad (the Gospel of Unity) – Part 6: Beware of the Shaitan’s formula
Temper, haste, hatred, jealously and envy are diseases to the hearts of people, and should be treated with wisdom, kindness and understanding. What is the Shaitan’s formula? These five categories that are mentioned above are the chemicals that make up the Shaitan’s formula. Evil exits in this world and it takes the strong effect on […]
Explore Jihad (the Gospel of Unity) – Part 7: A few Hadith’s
Our Beloved Prophet Muhammad (owbp) was asked who’s Islam (religion) is best and who is a good Muslim (a believer in oneness of Allah swt) He answered “One who avoids hurting a believer with his tongue and with his hand.” Our Beloved Prophet Muhammad (owbp) also said that “No one will have true faith until […]