Recent Blog Posts
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The Boycott of Banu Hashim
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Bismillah, In the early days of Islam, the Quraysh, the ruling tribe of Mecca, were determined to suppress the message of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Their relentless opposition led to one of the most harrowing periods in Islamic history—the Boycott of Banu Hashim. What Was the Boycott? In 616 CE, the…
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The 7th Century Hijri: A Time of Transition and Knowledge
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Bismillah, The 7th century Hijri (1203-1299CE) marks a transformative era in Islamic history. This period witnessed the decline of some Islamic empires, the rise of others, and significant contributions to knowledge, art, and culture. It was a century of both trials and triumphs, underscoring the resilience and adaptability of the…
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Khalid Ibn Al-Waleed (RA)- The Sword of Allah (SWT)
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“What a good slave of Allah and member of the tribe Khalid bin al-Waleed is! [He is] one of the swords of Allah (SWT) that Allah, may He be glorified and exalted, has unsheathed against disbelievers and hypocrites.`” -Musnad Ahmad 43 Bismillah, Khalid ibn Al-Waleed (RA) stands as one of…
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The Constitution of Medina
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“Indeed, Allah commands you to render trusts to whom they are due and when you judge between people to judge with justice.” (Qur’an 4:58) Bismillah, In the early days of Islam, as the Muslim community faced hostility and displacement in Mecca, the migration to Medina (then known as Yathrib) in…
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Bilal (RA)- The First Mu’adhin
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“Tell me of the best deed you did after embracing Islam, for I heard your footsteps in front of me in Paradise.” Prophet Muhammad ﷺ on Bilal (RA) Sahih al-Bukhari 1149 Bismillah, Everyone loves a hero’s journey. An underdog who rises to success and prominence. Well not many stories equal…