Hadith of the Day

The Messenger of God (peace and blessings be upon him) said: “Whoever eats pure food, acts with prophetic scruples, and secures others from his own misfortunes shall enter Paradise." Hadith At-Tirmidhi

Heart’s Ease

"In man there is a love, a pain, an itch, and a desire such that, if a hundred thousand worlds were to become his property, he would still gain no rest or ease. These people occupy themselves thoroughly with every kind of craft, skill, and position; they learn astronomy, medicine, and other things, but they …

Knowledge above Wealth

“The superiority of amassing knowledge over wealth is that the Pharaoh's vast wealth caused him to say, “Truly I am deserving of your worship.” Whereas the Prophet's (peace and blessings be upon him) vast knowledge caused him to say, “Truly we have not worshipped You as You deserve to be worshipped.” ” Ali ibn Talib …

One Green March, Two Black and White Tales

There was an environmental protest march this weekend in my city. It was organised by a Christian group as part of a wider national campaign. A Muslim organisation was also involved in a support role in this worthy cause, and their logo was discreetly placed in the corner of every banner. The Muslims were a …

Mullah Nasrudin the Guest of Honour

At a formal function Mullah Nasrudin entered the hall and seated himself upon one of the most impressive-looking chairs at the front. The Head Steward spotted the Mullah's humble attire and hurried over. “Sir, these seats are reserved for the guests of honour." "Oh good,” replied Nasrudin confidently, “because I am more than a mere …

Hadith of the Day – Gently Does it

The Messenger of God (peace and blessings be upon him) said, "Gentleness never accompanies anything without enhancing it, nor is it ever removed from anything without demeaning it." Hadith Al Bayhaqi

Hadith of the Day – Righting wrongs

The Messenger of God (peace and blessings be upon him) said, "Keep God in mind wherever you are; follow a wrong with a right that offsets it; and treat people courteously." Hadith At- Tirmidhi

A Friend in Need

Someone approached Junaid Baghdadi, a famous Sufi, and lamented the scarcity of companions. “Where am I to find a companion in Allah?” asked the man. Junaid Baghdadi made him repeat this three times before replying: “If you want a companion to provide for you and to bear your burden, such, by my life, are few …

Introducing Mullah Nasrudin

I love the tales of Mullah Nasrudin. They come from many cultures and lands including Albania, China, Afghanistan, Syria, Iran, Turkey, Uzbekistan and India to name just a few. He's a deceptively simple character with a unique way of looking at the world. You can enjoy his stories as simple humour, or read a little …

Today

It's good to leave each day behind, like flowing water free of sadness. Yesterday is gone and its tale told Today new seeds are growing. Rumi