Author: Dr.Naji-Bin-Waqdan

Prayer: God-given Gift

With the approach of the great occasion of Al-Israa’ and Al-Mi`raj, we should remember Allah’s gift to Muslims, namely Prayer. Prayer was given as both an order and a gift to Muslims on the night of Al-Israa’ and Al-Mi`raj. Therefore, we should be grateful to Allah and take care of His gift.

Rule of the neglector of prayer

In the name of Allah the Most Gracious the Most Merciful All Praise is due to Allah. We praise Him, seek help from Him, ask forgiveness from Him and repent to Him; and we seek refuge in Him from our own evils and our own bad deeds. Verily, who is guided by Allah is indeed […]

The Story of Joseph (part 5 of 7)

From Prison to Palace The story of Joseph is an example of patience in the face of adversity. Throughout his life so far, Joseph faced trials and tribulations with complete trust in God. Yet once again, he was in an extremely difficult situation. Once more, he was forced to fend off the advances of the […]

The Story of Joseph (part 4 of 7)

Beauty and a Test Although betrayed and sold into slavery, Joseph, the son of Prophet Jacob, settled into one of the great houses of Egypt. His master, Al Azeez, Chief Minister of Egypt vowed to treat Joseph kindly, and Joseph, who was grateful for the relative safety, replied that he would be loyal to his […]

Muhammad, A Guidance to follow

Muhammad as a man had already died, but as a Prophet he left behind him a legacy in the form of the Qur’an and the Sunnah. He stressed the urgent need to hold firmly to these two sources during his Farewell speech in the valley of Arafat. If people hold fast to them, they will […]

The Story of Joseph (part 3 of 7)

Sold into Slavery Lead astray by the whisperings of Satan and filled with jealousy and pride, the brothers deceived their father Jacob and betrayed their young brother. Thrown deep into a well by his older brothers, Joseph the beloved son of Prophet Jacob, clung throughout the long night to a ledge and tried to put […]

The Story of Joseph (part 2 of 7)

Treachery and Deception {And Allah has full power and control over His Affairs, but most of men know not.} [Quran 12:21] {وَاللَّهُ غَالِبٌ عَلَىٰ أَمْرِهِ وَلَٰكِنَّ أَكْثَرَ النَّاسِ لَا يَعْلَمُونَ} [يوسف:٢١] Transliteration: Wa Allāhu Ghālibun `Alá ‘Amrihi Wa Lakinna ‘Akthara An-Nāsi Lā Ya`lamūna The story of Joseph confirms unconditionally that God has total control over all affairs. The […]

The Story of Joseph (part 1 of 7)

The Tale Begins This is a tale of intrigue and deception, of jealousy, pride, and passion… and it is not The Bold and the Beautiful. It is a saga of patience, loyalty, bravery and compassion… and it is not Dr Phil or Oprah. It is the story of Prophet Joseph, may God shower him with […]