Author: Jaamiu Oye

Assalaamu alaikum, brothers and sisters in Islam, among the natural phenomena is the wind that howls through the trees, and lashes against the windows with a force that makes your heart skip a beat. To the unprepared, it can feel like chaos is unleashed upon the world. But for the believer, these moments are not just natural events, they are reminders of the absolute power of Allah and the time to say the recommended dua for windstorms. In moments of intense natural phenomena like this, be it a windstorm, an earthquake, or a flood, our reaction reveals the depth…

As Muslims, whenever we hear the sound of thunder, we should know that these moments are not random. They are meaningful. They are signs from Allah meant to awaken the heart, shake the heedless soul, and turn us back to Him. So, what is the dua for thunder that our beloved Prophet Muhammad used to say?  Before we dive into the dua upon hearing thunder, let’s know what Allah and His Prophet ﷺ said about thunder.  Before we rush to memorise the dua for Thunder, let’s try to learn the wisdom in the sound we hear from the thunder. The…

Assalaamu alaikum, brothers and sisters. When last did you sincerely make dua for your parents? You see, in Islam, your parents are not just part of your life story, they are a gateway to your Jannah. Allah didn’t just recommend kindness to parents. He placed it immediately after His own worship. That alone should make you reflect. For those who don’t know the recommended dua for parents, this guide will help you. Know very well that one of the most powerful ways to honour them, whether they are alive or have returned to Allah, is through a sincere, consistent…

My dear brothers and sisters, peace be upon you. Today, we will discuss a topic of immense importance in our daily lives, haram drinks in Islam. Know that every sip you take can either draw you closer to Allah or distance you from Him. Not everything is permissible for us to drink and Allah tells us in the Qur’an… O you who have believed, eat from the good (pure and lawful) things which We have provided for you and be grateful to Allah if it is [indeed] Him that you worship.” (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:172) The above verse connects the…

In the life of a Muslim, nothing is ever truly secular. We do not live a life where our religion is confined to the mosque only. For every single act, including feeding, is an act of worship by choosing what is pure and lawful over what is impure and forbidden. This is why the topic of haram foods in Islam and forbidden foods in Islam is not a minor matter and should be understood very well. One of the remarkable features of Islam is that it links physical actions with spiritual consequences. The food you eat can influence the…

Questioner: Assalaam Alaikum, Ustadh. Since we know that fasting during Ramadan is obligatory, and I am curious if we can fast on behalf of a deceased or a sick person? Wa alaikumus salaam warahmatullah. This is a good question. It may happen that your father passed away, and you later discovered he still owed several days of Ramadan fasting. Perhaps your elderly mother now watches Ramadan passing by while illness prevents her from fasting. Or maybe a loved one died before they could make up the days they missed due to sickness or travel. These are real situations that…

SubḥanAllah… The month that began with the sweet anticipation of fasting is now preparing to say goodbye. The first fast arrives with excitement, energy, and plans. But before we even realise it, the days pass quietly. One fast becomes ten. Ten becomes twenty. And suddenly, we are about to start the last ten days, and this is why we need to discuss the things to do in the last ten days of Ramadan. Ramadan is like a guest who arrives with gifts and blessings, yet before you fully settle into his presence, he begins preparing to leave. Some of…

My dear brother, my dear sister, before we delve into the rewards of performing Umrah and the benefits of Umrah, let me ask you something. How many times have you seen the Kaaba on your phone screen? How many videos of the Haram have passed before your eyes? You’ve watched pilgrims cry, cling to the cloth of the Kaaba, raise their hands in du‘ā’ and maybe, just maybe, your chest tightened a little. Nothing compares to standing before the House of Allah on your own feet. The first time your eyes fall upon the Kaaba, your heart will tremble.…

My dear brothers and sisters, knowing the rights and duties between spouses in Islam is highly recommended for us because when we speak about marriage in Islam, we are speaking about an act of worship. We are speaking about a sacred trust. We are speaking about one of the greatest signs of Allah on this earth. Allah says in the Qur’an: “And among His signs is that He created for you from yourselves mates that you may find tranquility in them; and He placed between you affection and mercy.”  (Surah Ar-Rum 30:21) Look closely at this verse. Allah mentions…

My beloved brothers and sisters in Islam, it is always a blessing to gather in the remembrance of Allah and to seek a deeper understanding of our beautiful deen through reading Islamic articles. Before we even speak about the punishment for breaking a fast in Ramadan, we must first understand what Ramadan truly is. Ramadan is not just a month on the calendar. It is a sacred appointment between you and your Lord. Ramadan fasting is an obligatory act like Salah that we are observing. Allah says in Surah Al-Baqarah: “O you who believe, fasting has been prescribed upon…