Among the Meanings of “I do not love those that set”
They said: Tell us about the statement of Ibrahim al-Khalil ﷺ: “I do not love those that set.”…
Belief
This topic explores the foundations of Islamic belief: faith, disbelief, servitude to God, and how the tradition has understood the human relationship with the Divine. Drawing on Shaykh Akram Nadwi’s teaching and readings of scholars such as Ibn Taymiyyah, these articles treat questions of creed with care rather than slogans, and connect belief to how a person actually lives.
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Who Is Free from Disbelief (Kufr)?
A position for an imam became vacant at a mosque here in England, so the mosque trustees engaged one of our friends to serve. For some time he led the prayers, taught the children, and…
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Who Are You?
You claim that at your mere signal, lights are extinguished, lanterns go out, stars disappear, the moon enters…
The Natural Disposition upon Which Allah Created Mankind
Last night (Saturday night, the 7th of Shawwal 1446 AH), my daughter Fatimah and her husband, Dr Imran,…
Between the Intellect and the Heart
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَـٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ I have previously published several articles explaining the concept of innate disposition (fiṭrah), the…
Do Not Count Your Istighfar on Beads
You are proud that in Ramadan you recite Astaghfirullah a hundred thousand times. Some people make a habit…
Is Analogy/Comparison a Proof?
Analogy (تشبیہ) refers to equating one thing with another, such as saying: “Maulana Azad’s prose is as sweet…
Eyes Were Created to See You
Eyes behold the smallest specks and towering mountains, they gaze upon bustling cities and desolate ruins, they witness…
Do Not Contend with God
In your kitchen, you may have all the ingredients for biryani—meat, rice, oil, onions, salt, spices, and so…
The Miracles of Two Christian Women
When an extraordinary event occurs involving Muslims, it is referred to as a karamah (miracle), but if it…
Has the Sun Risen?
If your family members differ on whether the sun has risen or not, splitting into two groups—one asserting…
Scientific Evidence
People frequently use the term “scientific evidence,” but its meaning is often ambiguous and poorly defined. In fact,…
The Names, Attributes, and Actions of Allah
Dr. Janan Yousuf Bastaki from New York University Abu Dhabi, one of my distinguished students, authored a book…
Questions & Answers on Belief
View all Q&A →The nature of waswasah
Assalamu Alaykum Shaykh, My question is about how Shayatin can adversely impact our lives with their waswasahs? Do all mental health issues, such as overthinking and panic attacks, emerge from waswasah? How can we stop it? Are they signs of…
Parental rights and responsibilities when one parent leaves Islām
Assalāmu ʿalaykum wa raḥmatullāh, I have a question regarding parenting and would appreciate some guidance. A Muslim sister had a child with a revert. After the child was born, the father left Islam and returned to Christianity, so the couple…
Why Was Mankind Created?
My student, Abu Hanifah Dilawar, forwarded to me the following question: Assalāmu ʿAlaikum wa Raḥmatullāh, Ustadh. I hope this message finds you in the best of health and īmān. May Allah grant you peace and well-being in this world and…