Is Posting Acts of Worship on Social Media Considered Riya? Here is the Answer

Neatly dressed Muslim solemnly reading the Quran without holding a phone

A Muslim posts a status: “Alhamdulillah, just finished Tahajjud prayer. Hope to remain istiqamah.” In the comments section, praise flows. In another corner, a Muslimah uploads a photo of a suhoor dining table complete with a morning prayer caption. Is this riya? Or dawah? Or something in between? This is not a new question. However, … Read more

What is Ikhlas? Meaning, Levels, and How to Achieve It

A minimalist illustration of a water drop falling onto a calm surface, symbolizing the essence of pure intention and sincerity (ikhlas) in worshiping Allah based on Sufism principles.

Within the framework of Islam, righteous deeds hold a central position. However, mere physical actions lack weight in the sight of Allah ﷻ if they are devoid of their primary essence. The soul of all acts of worship is ikhlas (sincerity). Without it, regardless of the volume of deeds a human being performs, their value … Read more