Category: Social

Giving Gifts

Giving Gifts

One of Allah Ta’ala’s qualities is that He is Al Wahhab, the One who gives in abundance. Hibah in Arabic refers to making someone the owner of an item...
Influencers

Influencers

Through the course of our lives, we are subject to the influence of people around us. In our early days our parents shape our character and behavior, ...
Suicide

Suicide

Allah Ta’ala has given us bounties which are ours to use. But these bounties come with a price and certain conditions. We enjoy wealth and it belongs ...
The Porn Trap

The Porn Trap

Islam has put in place a set of laws that takes into account our natural instincts, failings, how our minds work, as well as what is beneficial and de...
Aim High

Aim High

Abul Faraj Abdur Rahmaan ibn al Jawzi rahimahullah was a scholar par excellence, a prolific author and a profound thinker. He was a model for high amb...
The Reality of Trials

The Reality of Trials

Muslims will endure many trials throughout their lives. Allah Ta’ala tests us with hardship and also prosperity in order to validate the sincerity of ...
Muhsin? Who’s that?

Muhsin? Who’s that?

It starts with Islam, which has five pillars. Then it's iman (faith), which has six pillars. Finally, it's Ihsaan (excellence), the uppermost level in...
The Art of not Knowing

The Art of not Knowing

Imam Malik ibn Anas rahimahullah was one of the most respected scholars of fiqh. Once a man came to him from far away and asked him 40 questions. Imam...
Dealing with Bullying

Dealing with Bullying

South Africa is going through a transition period of finding her feet in a normal world. The birthing pains have brought with them a bouquet of proble...
Disabilities in Islam

Disabilities in Islam

Islam set the trend for dealing equitably with people who have special needs. Umar ibn Abdul-Aziz rahimahullah asked rulers of the provinces to send h...