A collection of prayers for protecting yourself and your family from all dangers. Discusses the procedures for Ruqyah Syar’iyyah to ward off disturbances from jinn, witchcraft, black magic, and the evil eye. Also find prayers to ward off calamities, requests for safety during travel, and self-defense dhikr to avoid evil creatures according to the Sunnah.
Many of us often feel as though our supplications are suspended in the heavens. Or perhaps, the burdens of life feel so overwhelming that we are perplexed as to where to begin in beseeching Allah. Know that there is a simple practice that we frequently underestimate, yet its effect is extraordinary in opening the doors … Read more
Have you ever imagined that a simple activity like wearing a new shirt or Eid clothes could be a cause for the shedding of our sins? Often, we consider dressing as just a normal daily routine. We are busy matching colors or looking in the mirror, but forget to involve Allah in it. Also, read … Read more
Have you ever felt as though all avenues of egress are firmly closed? Economic hardship pressing down, complex familial matters, or significant aspirations remaining unrealized despite maximal exertion of effort. It feels exhausting and constricting to the chest. As fallible human beings, it is natural to feel incapable of bearing such burdens alone. However, do … Read more
Have you ever felt deeply moved when listening to the imam recite verses concerning Paradise, or fearful when hearing verses about the torment of Hell? Within the Islamic tradition, the Qur’an is not merely a unidirectional recitation. There exists a beautiful adab (etiquette) wherein we are taught to engage directly with the Divine Word as … Read more
We often hear the call, “Don’t forget to say Bismillah!” every time we are about to start something. This phrase is so familiar — uttered dozens of times a day as a routine opener to our activities.. But have you ever stopped for a moment and asked: what spiritual power is actually contained in the … Read more
Feeling worried is natural when you find out a family member is sick. Our hearts are also often restless when letting go of children or relatives to wander far from home. Physical distance and the uncertainty of the health of loved ones often make our thoughts wander. As Muslims, we are taught not to be … Read more
Have you ever felt confused about what to ask Allah for because of so many desires? Want a stable livelihood, a harmonious family, good health, and safety in the hereafter. Sometimes, we worry about missing an important request when praying. This is where the beauty of Islamic Sharia lies. The Messenger of Allah shallallahu ‘alaihi … Read more
When life’s problems come one after another—whether it’s economic hardship, an illness that doesn’t heal, or sudden anxiety—we often feel alone. It feels as if the world is closing in. Yet, Islam teaches us that we have a Living and All-Managing God who cares for His servants. The Messenger of Allah, Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam, bequeathed … Read more