Blog about Islamic teachings and the call to monotheism.
Sehri and Iftar time Ramadan 2026 Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; Sehri and Iftar time: Sehri is eaten from midnight to before Fajr. And it is mustahabb to eat Sehri at the last moment if there is no fear of Fajr. Sehri time Anas said that Zayd bin Thabit informed him that they had gone up with … Read more
When is Laylatul Qadr 2026? Signs of Laylatul Qadr Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; The main topic of discussion today is: When is Laylatul Qadr 2026, and what are the Signs of Laylatul Qadr? When the month of Ramadan arrives, Muslims seek the blessings of Laylatul Qadr. So I will discuss in detail when and how you … Read more
When is Shab e Barat 2026 in the USA? Shabe Barat 2026 Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; Today’s topic of discussion is: When is Shab e Barat 2026 in the USA or Shabe Barat 2026? What is the meaning of the word Shab e Barat? In Persian, the word shab means night or dew, and the word … Read more
When is Shab e Meraj 2026 in the USA? Lailat al Miraj 2026 Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is the meaning of the word Meraj, when is Shab e Meraj 2026, Shab e Meraj importance, virtues of Ibadah, etc. Miraj meaning The word Miraj is Arabic. It means by which one ascends. It … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is the meaning of the word Qurbani, benefits of Qurbani in Islam, the rules and regulations of Qurbani, the history of Qurbani, the purpose of Qurbani, the conditions for Qurbani to be accepted, what kind of Qurbani animal should be, the time of Qurbani, the rules for slaughtering … Read more
Hajj and Umrah as Acts of Worship: Quranic Insights Hajj and Umrah are of immense importance to Muslims. And why wouldn’t they be? This is your chance to be hosted by the Almighty and pour your heart out in front of Him. A trip to the Holy Kaaba revives you spiritually and enables you to … Read more
Umrah is a spiritual journey for Muslims. It is a way to strengthen their bond with Allah Almighty. Though it is not obligatory, it holds significance in Islam. Muslims yearn to perform the Umrah in their entire lives. This beautiful journey helps to get enlightened and strengthen our belief in humanity. The sight of people … Read more
Understanding the Umrah Rituals: A Beginner’s Guide As a Muslim, you might not need to introduce yourself to the significance of Umrah. We know that this is our golden chance to be in the house of the Almighty and ask for His blessings and forgiveness. Anyone who feels like their faith has weakened has to … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is Labbaik Allahumma Labbaik Labbaik La Sharika Laka Labbaik, full Dua with English pronunciation and meaning, and the rules for reciting it. labbaik allahumma labbaik labbaik la sharika laka labbaik لَبَّيْكَ اللَّهُمَّ لَبَّيْكَ لَبَّيْكَ لاَ شَرِيكَ لَكَ لَبَّيْكَ إِنَّ الْحَمْدَ وَالنِّعْمَةَ لَكَ وَالْمُلْكَ لاَ شَرِيكَ لَكَ Pronunciation: Labbayk … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is Ihram meaning and rules, the specific place of Ihram, Sunnah of Ihram, Ihram Dua in Islam. Ihram meaning The ceremony of Hajj and Umrah begins with the wearing of Ihram. The literal meaning of the word Ihram is to prohibit. When a person intending to perform Hajj … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is how to perform Umrah step by step and the dua for performing Umrah. The literal meaning of Umrah is a pilgrimage. In terms of Shariah, Umrah means pilgrimage to Baitullah Sharif through certain actions such as Ihram, Tawaf, Sa’i, and shaving the head or cutting the hair … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, Today’s topic of discussion is how many and what are the Pillars or Farz of Umrah, and how many and what are the Wajib of Umrah. The literal meaning of Umrah is a pilgrimage. Umrah in terms of Shariah means pilgrimage to Baitullah Sharif through certain actions such as Ihram, Tawaf, Sa’i, … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, Today’s topic of discussion is types of Hajj, Steps of Hajj in order, the rules for performing different types of Hajj and Hajj Dua. What are the types of Hajj? There are three types of Hajj. Namely:- 1. Tamattu 2. Kiran 3. Ifrad Tamattu is the best among them. Although the polytheists considered it against the … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, Today’s topic of discussion is the Conditions of Hajj being obligatory. Conditions of Hajj being obligatory There are five conditions for Hajj to be obligatory on a person. Hajj will be obligatory on him only if those are fulfilled. Apart from those five conditions for women, there is another special condition. They are discussed … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, Today’s topic of discussion is how many and what are the Fard of Hajj, and how many and what are the Wajib of Hajj? How many and what are the Fard of Hajj? 4 Fards of Hajj:- (1) Barrier of Ihram (2) Staying at Arafa Maidan (3) Performing Tawaf Ifazah (4) To … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is the Importance, benefits, and virtues of Hajj in Islam. Importance and benefits of Hajj There are many hadiths about the virtues of Hajj and Umrah. Some of them are mentioned below: 1. Hajj is one of the best deeds Abu Hurairah RA. Narrated from Rasulullah (SAW) was asked, Which … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is What is the meaning, definition, and types of Hajj? What is the meaning of Hajj? The literal meaning of the word Hajj is to resolve or desire. And the literal meaning of Hajj is to go to Makkah and visit Baitullah at a certain time of the year … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is Virtues & Sunnah of the day of Arafah, Dua for the day of Arafah, and Fasting on the day of Arafat. Virtues of the Day of Arafah Arafat Day is a dignified day. The ninth day of the month of Zilhaj is called the Day of Arafat. This day … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, Today’s topic of discussion is the rules and timings of Takbeer e Tashreeq during the month of Zilhajj. Ayame-Tashreek is the three days following the sacrifice. That is, the eleventh, twelfth, and thirteenth dates of the month of Zilhajj are called Ayame-Tashreek. The word Tashreek means drying. These days are named ‘Ayame-Tashreek’ … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is the virtues and deeds of the month of Dhul Hijjah and Dhul Hijjah fasting. Virtues of the first decade of the month of Dhul Hijjah The first ten days of the Dhul Hijjah month are among Islam’s most prestigious and virtuous days. There are many sayings in … Read more
Rules and benefits of fasting in the month of Shawwal Bismillahir Rahmani Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is the Rules and benefits of fasting in the month of Shawwal. Benefits of fasting in the month of Shawwal Narrated Abu Ayyub (RA): Rasulullah (SAW) said: Whoever fasts six times in the month of Shawwal after fasting … Read more
Sunnah of Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; Today’s topic of discussion is the Sunnah of Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha in Islam. 1. Recitation of Takbeer On the two Eid nights, Muslims should recite Takbeer in the mosque, at home, and on the road, whether traveling or at home. The word of Allah … Read more
How to pray the Eid prayer? Is Eid prayer mandatory? Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, today’s topic is ”how to pray Eid prayer, is Eid prayer mandatory, the intention of Eid Prayer, etc.” 1. Virtues of Eid prayer The Eid prayer has great virtues. The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) never abandoned the … Read more
What is Eid? Is it mandatory to listen to the Eid khutbah? Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, Today’s topic of discussion is: What is the meaning of Eid, the history of Eid, Is it mandatory to listen to Eid khutbah, the rules for giving the Eid khutbah, and how many Eid khutbahs there are. What is Eid? … Read more
How to pray the Laylatul Qadr Prayer? Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; InshAllah, today I will discuss how to pray Laylatul Qadr prayer or Qiyamul Lail or night Nafal Salat in the last decade of Ramadan, especially on odd nights, to obtain the virtues of Lailatul Qadr. Laylatul Qadr prayer rakats A total of six methods of … Read more
Laylatul Qadr dua Arabic with English translation Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; Today, I will discuss Laylatul Qadr or Shab e Qadr night Dua. I would like to discuss the supplication that Rasulullah (s.a.w.) has taught us to make when we get to the night of Qadr. Laylatul Qadr dua Narrated by Aisha (may Allah be pleased … Read more
The importance and virtues of Laylatul Qadr Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; The topic of today’s discussion is the importance and virtues of Laylatul Qadr. Some of the particular virtues of Laylatul Qadr have been mentioned in the Qur’an and Hadith. Virtues of Laylatul Qadr 1. Laylatul Qadr has great dignity and greatness Allah the Almighty has … Read more
What is the meaning of Laylatul Qadr? Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; today’s topic of discussion is: What is the meaning of Laylatul Qadr? It is desirable to search for Shabe Qadr on the odd-numbered nights in the last decade of Ramadan. The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) used to work hard on those … Read more
What is Zakat al Fitr? How much is Zakat al Fitr 2026 Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; The main topic of today’s discussion is Zakat al Fitr, meaning, how much is Zakat al Fitr 2026, or the amount of Zakat al Fitr. There are many differences of opinion among the scholars in this regard; So I want … Read more
Itikaf meaning in Islam. Benefits of Itikaf in Ramadan. Itikaf rules Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; Today’s topic of discussion is the meaning of the word Itikaf, the virtues of Itikaf, the rules of Itikaf, and many more things related to Itikaf in Islam. Itikaf meaning Itikaf is derived from the Arabic word awqaf. The literal meaning … Read more
How to calculate Zakat and how to pay Zakat in Islam? Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is “How to calculate Zakat and how to pay Zakat in Islam”. What kinds of things does zakat pay for Allah Ta’ala has given wealth to His servants and has allocated a portion of that wealth to … Read more
Who is eligible for Zakat? 8 categories of zakat recipients in the Quran Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is Who is eligible for Zakat and the 8 categories of zakat recipients in the Quran 8 categories of zakat recipients in the Quran Almighty Allah has mentioned 8 categories of Zakat in the Holy … Read more
How many dollars is Zakat obligatory? Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, Today’s topic of discussion is: How many dollars is Zakat obligatory? What kinds of things does zakat pay for Allah Ta’ala has given wealth to His servants and has allocated a portion of that wealth to the poor. However, he did not impose Zakat on all … Read more
Who is Zakat obligatory on? Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; Today’s topic of discussion is “Who is Zakat obligatory on? When is Zakat due?”. Allah Ta’ala has bestowed wealth on His servants and earmarked a portion of that wealth for the poor. However, he did not impose Zakat on all wealth. Rather, the order came to collect … Read more
What is the Nisab of Zakat? Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, Today’s topic of discussion is on What is the Nisab of Zakat, and What kinds of things does Zakat pay for? What kinds of things does zakat pay for Allah Ta’ala has given wealth to His servants and has allocated a portion of that wealth to … Read more
What are the conditions of Zakat to be obligatory? Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, there are four conditions of Zakat to be obligatory. It is discussed below:- 1st Condition: The individual is to be independent For Zakat to be wajib, a person must be independent. Zakat is not obligatory on any slave. Because a slave cannot own … Read more
Importance of Zakat in Islam and punishment for not paying Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, Today’s topic of discussion is the importance and significance of Zakat and the punishment for not paying Zakat in Islam. Importance and Significance of Zakat in Islam Zakat is one of the five pillars of Islam. Deen is not complete without Zakat. Those who … Read more
What is the meaning and definition of Zakat in Islam? Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is: What is the meaning and definition of Zakat in Islam? Zakat meaning The Arabic word Zakat (الزكاة) literally means purity, increase, or purification. Zakat definition Zakat is the amount determined by Shariah among certain resources, which has to … Read more
Dua for breaking fast in Ramadan. Iftar dua Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; Today’s topic of discussion is Dua for breaking fast in Ramadan, or Iftar dua. The fasting person should make more dua while fasting before breaking the fast. Because, while fasting, the supplication of the fasting person is granted to Allah. The Prophet (peace and … Read more
How to pray the Taraweeh prayer? Taraweeh dua Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; Today, we will discuss Taraweeh and Tahajjud. That is, how to pray the Taraweeh prayer, Taraweeh dua, and the method of performing night prayers. There are a total of six methods of performing night prayers from Sahih Hadith. It is legal to resort to … Read more
What is the best time to pray Taraweeh? Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; Today’s topic of discussion is “What is the best time to pray Taraweeh?” It is permissible to perform the night prayer in the first, middle, or last part of the night, but it is better to perform it in the last part of the … Read more
How many Rakats in Taraweeh prayer? Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; Today I will discuss the number of Rakats of Taraweeh prayer, InshaAllah. Since there are many differences of opinion among the scholars in this regard. From today’s discussion, you will easily get a clear idea in this regard, InshaAllah. 8 Rakats are irrefutable proof of Taraweeh … Read more
Is Taraweeh Salah sunnah or nafl? Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; Today, we want to discuss “Is Taraweeh salah sunnah or nafl?” That is, whether Taraweeh prayer is obligatory or not. The rules of Islam are basically of two types. One is fard, and the other is nafl. 1. Obligation: It is obligatory to follow the strict … Read more
What is the importance of Taraweeh prayer in Ramadan Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; Today, we will discuss the importance and virtue of the Taraweeh prayer in Ramadan. There are many verses in the Quran about the virtues and importance of Taraweeh, and some hadiths have been narrated. The importance of Taraweeh prayer God the Almighty said, … Read more
What is the meaning of the Arabic word Taraweeh? Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; Today’s topic of discussion is: What is the meaning of the Arabic word Taraweeh? Taraweeh meaning Qiyam in Ramadan is called Salatut Tarabeeh or Tarabi prayers. Taraweeh means to relax. Since the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) used to … Read more
Kaffarah and Qaza for breaking fast. Punishment for not fasting Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is Kaffarah and Qaza for breaking fast and Punishment for not fasting Kaffarah and Qaza for breaking fast A fast that is missed unintentionally or due to an excuse is replaced by a qadha, and a fast that … Read more
What are the things that break your fast in Islam? Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, What are the things that break your fast in Islam? There are 7 reasons for breaking the fast. E.g. 1. Intercourse Fasting is broken as a result of intercourse with a fasting person. If he has sexual intercourse on the day of … Read more
Niyat for fasting in Ramadan in English Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; Niyat for fasting. There are two pillars of fasting: The first of which is intention. The intention of fasting is the determination of the heart to fast to fulfill the command of Allah Almighty. Niyat for fasting Allah the Almighty said, They were not instructed … Read more
Rules of fasting in Islam. Pillars of fasting in Islam Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; Rules of fasting. Today’s topic of discussion is the Rules of fasting in Islam and the Pillars of fasting in Islam. There are two Rukn or pillars of fasting, the combination of which completes the fast. E.g. Niyat Abstain from eating and … Read more
The importance of fasting in Ramadan Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; Today, we want to discuss the importance and virtues of fasting. Many virtues of fasting have been mentioned in the Qur’an and Hadith. I am discussing some issues with him. One. Fasting is only for Allah Allah Almighty has declared the relationship of fasting with Himself. … Read more
Sawm meaning in Islam. What is the purpose of Sawm? Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, Today’s topic of discussion is “what is the meaning of the word Sawm, what are the types of Sawm, and what is the main purpose of Sawm”. What is the meaning of the word Sawm? The Arabic word Sawm (صَوۡمُ) means abstinence. … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, Today’s topic of discussion is the most important things to do in Ramadan. The most important things to do in Ramadan We already know that Ramadan is a month full of special virtues. When we realized the importance of this month, it became our duty to make the most of every moment. … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, Today’s topic of discussion is Preparation for the month of Ramadan in Islam. Preparation for the month of Ramadan in Islam A Muslim needs to decide to fast during the month of Ramadan before the month begins. After making the intention, I have to plan how I will spend the month of … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; Today’s topic of discussion is the Importance and benefits of Ramadan in Islam. Importance and benefits of Ramadan in Islam Muslims rejoice at the arrival of the month of Ramadan. Expressing joy is a natural spontaneity. Allah says (interpretation of the meaning): Say: It is by the grace of Allah and His … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is the Hadith about the Meaning, Virtues, and Namaz of Shab e Barat and many other things related to Shabe Barat. What is the meaning of Shab e Barat? Shab is a Persian word. It means night or night. The word Barat is also originally Persian. It means … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim; Today, we will discuss the virtues, Importance, and deeds of the month of Shaban. Importance and virtues of the month of Shaban The month of Shaban is a month full of special virtues. And during this month, the Prophet (SM) observed more and more nafl siam. And the middle night of this … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmani Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is Rajab month Dua, Virtues, importance, and Fasting. The dignity of the month of Rajab Allah says: Your Lord creates and likes. [Surah Al-Qasas, Verse: 68] In other words, he chooses something from his creation and declares its superiority and dignity. As he appointed a few days and a … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is the virtues of Ashura, the benefits of fasting on Ashura, and how many Ashura fasts there are. Benefits of Ashura & Ashura Fasting The word Ashura is Arabic, which means tenth. It derives from the root Ashara, which means ten. When hearing the word Ashura, the heart … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is Ashura: Meaning and History of Ashurah in Islam. Ashura meaning The sound of Ashura makes the common man shudder because their idea is that Ashura is related to the events of Karbala. And Karbala means the tragic martyrdom of Imam Husain bin Ali, the grandson of the … Read more
Bismillahir Rahmani Rahim, today’s topic of discussion is what Muharram is in Islam and what the benefits of Muharram fasting are. Virtues and acts of the month of Muharram Muharram is an excellent, blessed month. The first month of the Hijri year. It is one of the ‘Ashhur Hurum’, i.e., the forbidden month four. Allah … Read more