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The rulings of Udhiyya (sacrifice of an animal)
Muslims are required to perform the sacri3ice of an animal on the occasion of Eid al-Adha (10/11/12th Dhu’l Hajj), with the intention of worship.…
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The importance of the opening days of Dhu’l Hajj
When Allāh takes an oath (qasam) with a place, object or person, then the purpose is to show the sanctity and religious signi<icance of…
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THE LITERAL DEFINITION / MEANING OF NABI
The Literal Definition of Nabī. This short paper aims to outline the literal discussions on the word Nabī (Prophet). It is hoped that such…
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LAYLATUL QADR-THE MOST IMPORTANT NIGHT OF RAMADAN
"Qadr" can have several meanings: 1. Destiny: The tasks for the following year are set and assigned to the angels, who make a record…
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FULFILLING MISSED PRAYERS (SALAH-AL-QADA)
Introduction: Missing a Salāh is a major sin in Islam. A person who misses a Salāh must make up for it and seek forgiveness…
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CONGREGATIONAL PRAYERS AT HOME
Introduction: Salah is the most important worship of all. It is the coolness of Prophet Muhammad’s (peace & blessings of Allah be upon him)…
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AL-AZIMAH WA’L RUKHSAH (الرخصة و العزيمة- ( UNDERSTANDING SHARIAH DURING THE CORONA-VIRUS OUTBREAK )
Introduction Owing to the current Coronavirus outbreak, it is worth looking at a Sharī’ah teaching that helps us to deal with these difficult times.…
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ISLAM & CONSUMERISM / ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
As Muslims ever-increasingly find themselves surrounded by material goods, sales, gadgets and latest fashions, Dr. Hafiz Ather Hussain al-Azhari explores the Islamic perspective on…
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PROPHET MUHAMMAD صلى الله عليه وسلم AS A PERFECT TEACHER
Introduction: One day, Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allāh be upon him) entered the mosque and saw two groups of Companions seated. The…
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THE BLESSED HAIRS OF THE PROPHET (PEACE AND BLESSINGS OF ALLAH BE UPON HIM).
1.0. Introduction: Muslims show utmost respect and love to the Messenger (peace and blessings of Allāh be upon him). This love and admiration extends…
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SAYYIDA HALIMA SA’DIYYA (MAY ALLAH BE PLEASED WITH HER)
Sayyida Halīma Sa’diyya (may Allāh be pleased with her) Right from his blessed birth till his last moment on this earth, Prophet Muhammad (peace…
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THE SUPERIORITY OF AL-MADINAH
Praise be to Allāh, the Creator of the Universe. Peace and blessings, upon the liegelord of all messengers, the seal of prophets, our master…
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IS THE UDHIYYA (QURBANI) CRUEL TO ANIMALS?
Is the Udhiyya (Qurbani) cruel to animals? Currently, millions of animals are being sacri4iced as part of the Hajj and Eid al-Adha religious festival.…
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EID-AL-ADHA AND ITS CONNECTION WITH HAJJ
Eid al-Adhā and its connection with Hajj Introduction The relationship between Eid al-Adhā and Hajj is a hotly debated issue among Muslims all over…
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PROPHETIC INVOCATIONS FOR RAIN / SALAT-AL-ISTISQA
Prophetic Invocations for Rain & Salāt al-Istisqā’(ستسقاء�ال صلاة إ ( Prayer for Rain invocationُ) دَعاء) ‘duʿā Introduction This short paper will highlight how Allāh…
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NIKAH NOTES / NIKAH SHARIAH
Nikah notes Steps. 1. Check all parties are present. Check the witnesses’s names and ask if they have sought permission from the bride. Check…
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THE YEAR OF THE PROPHET’S صلى الله عليه وسلم BIRTH.
The Year of the Elephant; the year of the Prophet’s صلى الله عليه وسلم birth. This is the paper from a speech delivered in…
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THE NUMBER OF RAKATS IN SALAH AL-TARAWI
The number of Rak’āts in Salāh al-Tarāwīh. The aim of this short article is to prove conclusively an issue that has been agreed upon…
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PERFORMING SACRIFICE ON BEHALF OF OTHERS
introduction Muslims are required to perform the sacrifice of an animal on the occasion of ʿĪd [eid] al-Adhā (10th-12th Dhu’l-Hijjah), with the intention of…
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THE VIRTUE AND REWARDS OF ALLAH ALMIGHTY
The virtues and reward of praising Allah Almighty. • Sayyiduna Abu Malik Al Ash’ari (May Allah be pleased with him) narrates that the Prophet…
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MEANING OF WORD RAB
Meaning of the word ‘Rab’ from a literal and Islamic perspective. • ‘Allamah Zubaydi writes, ‘Ar-Rab is used for only Allah Almighty and Allah…
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THE DAY OF JUDGEMENT
The day of Judgement What does ‘Yawm’ mean? ‘Allamah Aalusi writes, The time between Sunrise and Sunset is considered to be ‘Yawm’ amongst the…
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PLACES OF WORSHIP TO REOPEN
AL-HIRA CENTRE WILL OPEN ITS FACILITIES ON 15TH JUNE 2020 AS PER GOVERNMENT GUIDANCE We will shorty announce the facilities that will be open…
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MILAD SHARIF
The yearly Milad of the wife of Last Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, Umm-ul-Momineen Hazrat Ayesha Siddiqa (R.A) is being observed on 17th Ramazan-ul-Mubarak.
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