Quran: Freeing Slaves and Zakat
Who Am I?
Assalamu Alaikum Children!
Islam places a lot of importance on uplifting humanity, be it for freemen or slaves. Those who accepted Islam as their way of life certainly gained an honorable position, by the Will of Allah جل جلاله.
Through a fun worksheet, let us learn about our beloved Sahabas who were once slaves and then became among the most … Continue Reading
Dwellers of Paradise
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Edited by: The Editorial team
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Unchained and Elevated
Muhammad, the Prophet of Allah,
Was warned by Angel Jibreel;
His life was in danger,
In the Nadeer quarters.
Treachery meant war,
The alliance with Jews ended;
Commanded to leave Madina,
They left for Khaybar.
The chief of Nadeer had a daughter,
Whose husband was killed later;
Four years down the line,
At the Battle of Khaybar.
Taken as a … Continue Reading
Set Free
Allah, The Most High, is our Master, and we are His slaves,
To Him, we belong, and to Him, we return.
Islam was revived and the world became a better place;
As Muslims, we perform our duties with effortless grace.
Systems such as slavery existing,
The Shaitan’s ways always persisting;
Mankind, clueless as to how it should be handled,
Dehumanising … Continue Reading
An Unknown Friend
Assalamu alaikum Kids!
We are back with another exciting story for you!
This is the story of a boy who never had a friend, but suddenly, there is someone who desperately tries to become his best friend.
Who could this be and why does this stranger seek this friendship?
Find out by reading this insightful story.
Written by: Shaima Hussain… Continue Reading
Dealing with Prisoners of War
The ground billowed dust and smoke,
The men charged, the swords rose,
The clamorous sound resounded;
The enemy was defeated.
The captives, when summoned,
Dreading their fates, they entered
Into the presence of Rahmatul-lil-‘Aalameen,
Whose rulings brought them ease.
From his companions, he demanded
That prisoners be well-treated;
To his army, he commanded
To not harm the elderly, woman, and … Continue Reading
