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Abu Hurairah (RA) narrated that Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 
“A woman may be married for four things: Her wealth, her lineage, her beauty or for her religion. Choose the religious, may your hands be rubbed with dust (i.e., may you prosper).”
Ibn Majah Vol. 3, Book 9, Hadith 1858
This Hadeeth does not suggest or encourage marrying a woman for … Continue Reading

Aishah narrated: “I used to play with dolls in the presence of the Prophet of Allah ﷺ, and my girlfriends also used to play with me. When the Messenger of Allah ﷺ, entered (my room) they would hide themselves, but the Messenger of Allah ﷺ, would call them to join and play with me.”
Reported by Al-Bukhaari … Continue Reading

If you ask an 8-year-old to define what love means to them, they’ll probably draw inspiration from their favorite Disney fairy tale, maybe even insert their favorite princess for emphasis. Fast-forward to a decade or so, their perception of the word will doubtlessly have evolved but the fundamental principle will have remained the same.
We grow up with these vague, … Continue Reading

Marriage is a sacred union between two people who are destined to be together since long before the heavens and the earth came into existence. While a man and a woman may keep themselves chaste and seek the halaal means to get married, they can often get trapped in the vicious circle of lavish weddings and functions once the marriage … Continue Reading

Remarkable women in history have been less appreciated than their male counterparts, often having their accomplishments attributed to men or not being recorded at all. While they were just as brilliant, creative, and courageous, most contributions by women in countless societies throughout history have vanished without a trace. However, Islam has empowered women since its origin but none has been … Continue Reading

Islam brought all good teachings to mankind in every aspect of life as Allah is not shy to tell the truth. It explains and advises proper conduct and rulings of sexual relations so that it is elevated from the level of mere pleasure and physical desire to a level of worship for which the Muslims will be rewarded. Prophet Muhammad … Continue Reading

A discussion on why Islam did not abolish slavery

Danielle made a face at the cell phone screen, making her friends Amtullah and Sarah look up from the books they were reading. The three of them had been preparing for their finals. Sarah’s dining table had replaced the library for them. With finals fast approaching, they often ended up discussing … Continue Reading