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Marked by the lunar cycle, the Islamic calendar is interspersed with times of deep spirituality and communal importance. Each Islamic holiday is not just a day of celebration, it is a symbol of worship, remembrance, and unity ordained by God. The year 2025 is a blessed opportunity to reconnect with

Prophet Ayyub (AS) is known for his incredible patience (sabr) and faith in Allah in the face of extreme suffering. His story serves as a reminder that trials are a test from Allah, and true believers are grateful and patient even in the face of hardship. The story of Prophet

One of the greatest prophets of Allah was Prophet Yusuf (AS), or Joseph as he is popularly known in the English tradition. His life story is told in Surah Yusuf (Chapter 12 of the Quran), which is widely accepted as one of the most interesting and detailed stories of a

Prophet Shu‘aib, may Allah be pleased with him, was one of the noble messengers of Allah sent to straighten out his people the people of Madyan (Midian). He is discussed at length in the Quran as a prophet who advocated for justice, economic integrity, and monotheism. His people, personally, got

Prophet Ishaq was among the noble messengers of Allah. His life was full of divine blessings, wisdom, and the fulfillment of Allah’s promise to his father, Prophet Ibrahim (AS). His story is a reminder of Allah’s mercy and the continuation of the blessed lineage of prophethood. Together, the Quran and

You don’t have to be in Makkah to be part of the Hajj season. The first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah are among the greatest days of the Islamic calendar, and Allah has opened their rewards to every believer, whether or not they are performing Hajj. “By the dawn, and [by]

The Qur’an, the final revelation, didn’t all come down at once. It was revealed gradually over 23 years, corresponding with the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ’s life, hardships, and mission. “And [it is] a Qur’an which We have divided so that you might recite it to the people over a prolonged period.

Prophet Zakariya (AS) was a righteous and elderly messenger of Allah, and he is mentioned in the Qur’an as an example of fidelity of prayer, modest humility, and unwavering faith in divine providence. Despite the old age of Zakariya (AS) and the barrenness of his wife, Zakariya (AS) still prayed

Prophet Ishmael (AS) was the son of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and Hajar (AS), and his life epitomised patience, sacrifice, and steadfastness in faith. He is associated with some of the immense tests, from being left in the barren land of Makkah as a baby to being tested in sacrifice by

The Quran has repeatedly emphasized the importance of Umrah. Umrah is renowned as the lesser pilgrimage. The Quran teaches Muslims to pay sincere attention to this devotional act to purify their soul, achieve closeness to Allah, and seek forgiveness from Allah. For Muslims, performing Umrah is a devotional act that