Between God & Allah: What Do Muslims Believe?
In Arabic, Allah means literally the One God. But how do different languages give the same thing different names? Where does the word “Allah” come from? What does it mean?
It is common knowledge that zakah is a pillar of Islam. But, what are the things that we are required to pay zakah on? And what is the sepcific amount to be given? Listen to the answers of Dr. Zakir Naik to these questions.
All of us need to get knowledge regarding such an important obligation in Islam as zakah. Watch this session and listen to what the sheikh has to say in response to the questions raised by the viewers.
Zakat and Sadaqah are forms of charity given by Muslims. The two are different in their own respects. Zakat means growth, purification, and blessing in Arabic. Sadaqah means sign of sincerity of faith...
Islam places great importance on kind treatment and social ties, not to mention one’s family and friends. On what conditions can a Muslim join non-Muslims during holiday seasons?
Muslims who regularly attend mosques are more likely to work with their neighbors to solve community problems, be registered to vote, and are more likely to plan to vote…
In Ramadan Reminder Day 21, Sheikh Yasir Qadhi gives some tips on the etiquette of making du`aa' (supplication).
"In the Shade of Ramadan" is an annual online video series that is produced by MAS Youth during the month of Ramadan every year. It is a series of educational and motivational reflections on the month of Ramadan featuring various speakers across the country. This year's season will feature 15 episodes (an episode every other day) with the theme: "Racing to Allah."
In some cases, fasting could do more harm than good to some ill people, but could be beneficial to others, and even improve health. Who is exempted from fasting, who can decide this? How should fasting contribute to our overall health?
Over 3000 Muslim athletes competed in the Olympics earlier this summer and at the same time it was Ramadan. Like thousands of my constituents in Leicester, many of those athletes will have observed the fast. With this in mind this year I wanted to make an effort to appreciate Ramadan on a much deeper and indeed personal level.
Ramadan is the month in which Muslims observe the obligatory fast which has been prescribed by God on those who believe in Him as it was prescribed on previous nations. In this Special Folder, we will focus on fasting and its related issues.
Muslims celebrate Eid, following a month-long fast of Ramadan. Here are some photos of Eid celebrations from around the world.
Dr. Bilal Philips, Founder and Chancellor of Islamic Online University presents a series of lectures during his I`tikaf at Masjid Abu Ad-Darda, Doha, Qatar. He explains the principles of I`tikaf in general and other issues such as bathroom and eating etiquettes; purification, the life of some of the Companions of the Prophet, and the significance of the Qur'an and Sunnah.
In Ramadan Reminder Day 23, Sheikh Yasir Qadhi comments on the beautiful names of Allah as reflected in Surat al-Hashr.
How could we make use of the Holy Month to transform our whole life, be better individuals, get closer to God, etc? What exactly should we do, focus on? How to ascend gradually in our worship over the whole month?
It’s the second day of our fasting, and in efforts to get closer to God every day, what supplication should we learn today?
How do you feel about the arrival of Ramadan? What does the Holy Month mean to you? What impact is it supposed to have on you and your life? Share your thoughts and feelings about the precious guest with us and with others….
Here we are on the first day of Ramadan with a new life, a new beginning and a new breath. And as we dedicate our time during the Holy Month to get closer to Allah through prayers, reading the Qur’an, supplication
What kinds of supplications are there, and what should we say in our prayer in Ramadan? What if I don’t speak Arabic? Can we supplicate to God, get in touch with Him in other languages? Dr. Tariq Ramadan will guide us through this.
Those who believe in Allah ask Him to help them remain on His true path with deep unshakable faith in Him. So, what should we ask God to help us remain mindful of Him, be always on His true path?