First Muslim Community in Madinah & the Groundwork for Hijrah
Twelve people from Yathrib pledging allegiance to the Prophet that they would worship only the One God, no others, were to constitute the first Muslim community in Yathrib before hijrah.
Category New Muslims
How to Attain Peace of Mind, Tranquility, and Contentment?
How can a Muslim achieve tranquility and peace in life, and where does true happiness lie? How does Islam help us reach and maintain this state of peace and contentment?
The Concept of Intercession in Islam- Part 1
This article discusses the matter of intercession in Islam, its requirements and how to understand the verses of intercession.
`Eid Al-Adha: A Model for Sharing and Caring
In the early morning of the `Eid day, a Muslim goes out to pray `Eid with his or her fellow brothers and sisters. Every member of the community should share the happiness and attend the gathering of the `Eid.
`Ashura’: History and Significance
What do you know about `Ashura’ ? Why is fasting on that day of great merits in Islam? What did the prophet say about this month and the day of `Ashura’ and where does this significant come from?
The Story of the Rites of Hajj (Pilgrimage in Islam)
This article tells the story of the blessed family of Ibrahim, his wife, Hajar, and his son, Isma’il and how it is related to the rites of Hajj.
Muharram and `Ashura’: History and Blessings
From the blessed months and occasions in Islam is the sacred month of Muharram which includes the virtuous day of `Ashura’. So what are the significance and virtues of these occasions?
The Story of Hajj: Prophet Ibrahim & His Journey to Truth (Part 2)
No sooner had Ibrahim made the declaration that he would never worship the deities which his people worshipped than tribulations and calamities descended on him.
The Ka`bah: History and Significance
Why and how was the Ka`bah built? How does it relate to the meaning and history of Islam? What message did God mean to send through its construction?
Zakah & Sadaqah: What Is the Difference?
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…