Friday, August 22, 2025

A Journey Like No Other: Visiting the House of Allah

بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم 

A Journey Like No Other: Visiting the House of Allah

Going to the House of Allah is a very special journey. It’s not just about traveling to Makkah—it’s about answering a call from Allah. 

When you see the Ka‘bah for the first time, your heart feels something you can’t describe. It reminds you that life is short and that we are here to worship Allah. This journey brings peace to the soul, wipes away sins, and makes you feel close to millions of Muslims around the world who all turn their hearts to the same place.

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Let’s Read Surah Kahf Today (Friday): A Simple Path to Meeting Allah

بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم 
Let’s Read Surah Kahf Today (Friday): A Simple Path to Meeting Allah

Allah says, 'Say, "I am only a man like you, to whom has been revealed that your god is one God. So whoever would hope for the meeting with his Lord - let him do righteous work and not associate in the worship of his Lord anyone."' (Quran, 18:110) 

This ayah teaches us that the Prophet ﷺ was a human being just like us, but Allah chose him to deliver the message that there is only one true God. If we truly hope to meet Allah one day, then we should focus on doing good deeds sincerely and never worship anyone or anything besides Him. In simple words: be sincere, do good, and keep your heart connected only to Allah.


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Sunday, August 3, 2025

Du"a of the Traveller

بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم 

The du‘ā’ of the traveler (du‘ā’ al-musāfir) is a beautiful supplication taught by the Prophet ﷺ for when a Muslim sets out on a journey. 

اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ، اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ، اللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ
سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ،
وَإِنَّا إِلَى رَبِّنَا لَمُنْقَلِبُونَ
اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْأَلُكَ فِي سَفَرِنَا هَذَا الْبِرَّ وَالتَّقْوَى
وَمِنَ الْعَمَلِ مَا تَرْضَى
اللَّهُمَّ هَوِّنْ عَلَيْنَا سَفَرَنَا هَذَا وَاطْوِ عَنَّا بُعْدَهُ
اللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ الصَّاحِبُ فِي السَّفَرِ وَالْخَلِيفَةُ فِي الْأَهْلِ
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ وَعْثَاءِ السَّفَرِ
وَكَآبَةِ الْمَنْظَرِ وَسُوءِ الْمُنْقَلَبِ فِي الْمَالِ وَالأَهْلِ

Transliteration:
Allāhu akbar, Allāhu akbar, Allāhu akbar.
Subḥāna alladhī sakhkhara lanā hādhā wa mā kunnā lahu muqrinīn,
wa innā ilā rabbinā lamunqalibūn.
Allāhumma innā nas’aluka fī safarinā hādhā al-birra wa al-taqwā
wa mina al-‘amali mā tarḍā.
Allāhumma hawwin ‘alaynā safaranā hādhā wa ṭwi ‘annā bu‘dah.
Allāhumma anta al-ṣāḥibu fī al-safar wa al-khalīfatu fī al-ahl.
Allāhumma innī a‘ūdhu bika min wa‘thā’i al-safar
wa ka’ābati al-manẓar wa sū’i al-munqalabi fī al-māli wa al-ahl.

Meaning:

Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest, Allah is the Greatest.

Glory be to the One Who has subjected this (vehicle/mount) to us, and we could not have done it (by ourselves).

And indeed, to our Lord, we shall surely return.

O Allah, we ask You in this journey for righteousness and piety, and deeds that are pleasing to You.

O Allah, make this journey easy for us and shorten its distance for us.

O Allah, You are the Companion on the journey and the Guardian over the family.

O Allah, I seek refuge with You from the difficulties of travel, the distress of sights, and an unfavorable return regarding wealth and family.


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Friday, August 1, 2025

Let’s Read Surah Kahf Today (Friday): Learn Adab Before Knowledge

بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم 

Let’s Read Surah Kahf Today (Friday):
Learn Adab Before Knowledge

In Surah Al-Kahf, Prophet Musa (peace be upon him) teaches us how to behave when learning from someone wiser.

Even though he was a great prophet, he humbly asked Al-Khidr if he could follow him to learn.  “May I follow you so that you teach me of what you have been taught of right guidance?” (Qur’an 18:66). 

This shows that real knowledge starts with respect and humility. Al-Khidr reminded Musa that learning means being patient, even when things don’t make sense at first. The events they went through—the broken boat, the killed boy, and the repaired wall—taught Musa that Allah’s wisdom is bigger than what we see. 

For anyone seeking knowledge, the lesson is clear: be humble, be patient, and trust in Allah’s wisdom, even when reasons are hidden. Learning takes time and an open heart.

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Friday, July 25, 2025

Let’s Read Surah Kahf Today (Friday): Why We Are Muslims

بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم 

Let’s Read Surah Kahf Today (Friday): Why We Are Muslims

We are Muslims because we believe in one God, Allah Most High who created us and guides us through the Qur’an, His final revelation. Surah Al-Kahf reminds us that this life is a test and that true success lies in holding firmly to our faith, even when it’s hard. 

Just like the young men of the cave who stood up for what they believed in, we are Muslims because we want to live with purpose, follow the truth, and please Allah. 

The Qur’an is our light in a world full of confusion, and being Muslim means choosing to walk that path with trust in Allah’s promises.

Our Lord, grant us from Yourself mercy and prepare for us from our affair right guidance. Aameen.

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