Adhkaar is the plural of Dhikr; which can be translated as the remembrance of Allah. It involves simple yet highly rewarding sayings taught to us by the Prophet Muhammed (SAW). They draw us closer to our Rabb, distances us from Hell and wipes away our sins. It compensates for deficiency in one's salah.
Read MoreThe Prophet Muhammed (SAW) said: “When one of you prays, pray towards a Sutrah. Stand close to it and do not let anyone pass between you and it.” – Abu Dawood
The Sutrah can be anything one puts in from of him when he is facing the Qiblah to screen those passing in front of him from going one side to the other. It could be a wall, a person or a piece of wood and there is no limit to its width. It should be the height of the back of a saddle (about a hand span)..
Read MoreWe all know that the obligatory prayers are better said in a congregation. This multiples the reward many times over than when the prayer is said alone. But voluntary prayers are best said in the privacy of one's home. Find pout how to revive this sunnah.
Read MoreSadaqat ul-Fitr is the charity we give towards the end of Ramadan. It was instilled upon us by the Prophet Muhammed (SAW) the same year the Ramadan fast was made obligatory for all Muslims.
Sadaqat ul-Fitr is a way to atone for mistakes we make over the course of Ramadan so as to make our fast more acceptable to Allah. It is also a means to make people spend for the sake of our Rabb, thereby helping the needy and less privileged obtain basic necessities required to take part in the Eid celebration.
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