Islam and Muslims Archive

5 Significant Practices for the Last Ten Days of Ramadan

The third Ashra (Last 10 days of Ramadan) begins on the 21st of Ramadan and finishes on the 29th or 30th of Ramadan, depending on the lunar calendar. The third Ashra is referred to as “Safety from the Hell” (Nijat). Every Muslim must pray in order to be protected from the wrath of God. Practices

Significance of Fasting in the Month of Zil Hajj

The month of Dhul-Hijjah is known as the month of the Pilgrimage. It is recommended to fast the first 9 days of the month specifically, on the 9th day (the Day of Arafah), it is more emphasized to fast on this day. Prophet Muhammad (SAW) says that: “Fasting on this day can expiates your sins from

Virtues of Dhul Hijjah- Things to do in 1st 10 Days of Zil Hajj

The month of the Dhul Hijjah is one of the most important months in Islam. This is the month of Eid al-Adha and the month of Hajj. Dhul Hajj is the last month of Islamic calendar which reminds us of the sacrifice of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS) and His son Hazrat Ismail (AS). In this holy

Significance of Hajj (Pilgrimage) in Quran & Sunnah- The Fifth Pillar of Islam

Hajj is an Arabic word which means “to intend a journey”. Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam, which every Muslim must perform at least once in his or her lifetime provided, they are financially and physically able to do so. All Muslim’s willingly visit this sacred place because ALLAH has given this place a

Significance for the first 10 days of Dhul Hijjah

Zil Hajj is the 12th month of Islamic calendar. This holy month has significance due to Pilgrimage that all Muslims around the world who are financially stable perform every year in Makah the city of Saudi Arabia. The Pilgrimage rites occur on 8th to 12th Dhul Hijjah. According to our beloved Prophet Muhammad (SAW), the first 10 days

Masnoon Acts for the Month of Dhul Hijjah

Dhul Hijjah is the 12th month of the Islamic calendar. This holy month has importance because of Pilgrimage. According to our cherished Prophet Muhammad (SAW), the primary 10 days of Dhul Hijjah are a unique time for devotion. For folks that aren’t capable of the tour for the pilgrimage, that is a unique time to

Facts About Prophet Muhammad (SAW) Muslims Should Spread

Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was born in Saudi Arabia in the city of Makkah about 1400 years ago. Since then, the world has not seen the likes of Him in every regard and the study of human history shows that there have been none better than Him before Him as well. If there is any personality

Importance & Benefits of Taqwa in Islam

Taqwa also means doing that which Allah has enjoined and avoiding that which He has forbidden. The linguistic meaning of Taqwa is “a shield, or protective barrier”. Taqwa is to protect oneself from what angers Allah. Taqwa is defined as fearing Allah when a person fears from Almighty Allah then he/she will not commit sins.

Importance of Faith & Belief in Islam

Every religion has some fundamentals that lay down the framework of that particular religion. The followers then ensure that the fundamentals are maintained and observed on regular bases to ensure that the religion stays true to its original form and that the people have a single path to follow. Faith in Islam is the belief

Marriage in Islam according to the Quran & Sunnah

Allah Almighty created men and women as company for one another, and so that they can become parents and live-in peace and calmness according to the commandments of Allah Almighty. Allah says in Holy Quran: “And among His signs is this that He created for you mates from among yourselves, that you may dwell in tranquility