Tamim al-Dari (ra): The Palestinian Sahabi that met Dajjal

 

Attack on the Prophet’s ﷺ Grave: The Secret Mission of Sultan Nuruddin Zangi

 

Two men beneath the ground. One Sultan 800 miles away. And a secret mission that saved the most sacred resting place in Islam.

In 1164 CE, the city of Medina slept in peace, unaware that a plan was in motion to shatter the heart of the Muslim world. Two men, posing as pious travelers, had spent six months digging a tunnel toward the blessed grave of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. While the community loved and trusted them for their charity and devotion, they were secretly cutting into the very foundation of the sanctuary.

How Muslims Came to India | Shaykh Yasir Qadhi

 

In this episode of his Ramadan series, Yasir Qadhi explores one of the earliest encounters between the Muslim world and the Indian subcontinent: the campaign that brought Islam to Sind.

Long before the arrival of Muslim armies, the region was home to ancient civilizations, powerful dynasties, thriving Buddhist centers, fortified river cities, and maritime trade networks that connected India to the wider world. Into this complex landscape entered a young general whose name would become inseparable from the history of the region: Muhammad ibn al-Qasim.

Under the Umayyad Caliphate, and with the backing of the powerful governor al-Hajjaj ibn Yusuf, the campaign into Sind was launched with multiple objectives. It sought to address piracy along the Makran coast, secure trade routes, and expand the political authority of the Umayyad state.

The episode traces the political context of the time, from the rule of ʿAbd al-Malik and al-Walid, to the wider expansion of the Muslim world across Central Asia and beyond. It also examines the role of other figures such as Qutaybah ibn Muslim, whose campaigns opened the eastern frontiers of the Muslim world.

Beyond military history, the episode explores how early Muslim rule interacted with the existing religious communities of the region. Hindus and Buddhists were largely allowed to maintain their traditions while participating in the new political order through the system of jizya, reflecting a broader pattern of governance in early Islamic expansion.

Throughout the lecture, Shaykh Yasir reflects on the deeper lessons of history: the rise and fall of kingdoms, the role of youth in leadership, and the Qur’anic reminder that true authority belongs to Allah alone.

This episode also reflects on prophetic traditions about the conquest of India and places them within the broader historical context of the early Muslim world.

From the Makran coast to the cities of Sind, this is the story of how Islam first entered the Indian subcontinent and how those events shaped centuries of history that followed.

How Am I Supposed To Feel About Israel vs. Iran? | Ramadan Pause & Reflec

 

Noor | Atif Aslam & Sami Yusuf

 

Life of Prophet Muhammad - The World’s First AI-Visualized Sirah Series! - O Messenge

 

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Ramadan and the Consumerisation of Islam

 

 Pls maximise your good deeds and worship not your consumption and consumerism. 

How Every Day of Ramadan is Worth 70 Years | LATEST Khutbah by Dr. Omar Suleiman

 

 The Prophet ﷺ said:

“Whoever fasts one day in the path of Allah, Allah will distance his face from the Fire by seventy years.”

In this khutbah, we reflect on the deeper meaning of this powerful hadith. We explore what it means to build distance from the Fire, why a believer should never feel secure from it, and why no act of fasting is ever small in the sight of Allah.

Maximising Good Deeds and Worship in Ramadan

 

Ramadan is not just a month on the calendar. It is a divine invitation to realign the heart, reset intentions, and return to Allah with sincerity and urgency. Every year it comes as a mercy, and every year it leaves as a witness. The question is not simply how much we do in Ramadan, but how deeply we transform.

The foundation of maximizing good deeds in Ramadan begins with intention. Before the month even starts, renew your purpose. Decide that this Ramadan will be different. The Prophet ﷺ taught that actions are judged by intentions, and a sincere intention can elevate even small acts into immense rewards. Intend to fast with gratitude, to pray with humility, to give with compassion, and to leave the month forgiven.

The Qur’an is at the heart of Ramadan because it is the month in which it was revealed. Strengthening your relationship with the Qur’an should be central to your daily routine. Set aside dedicated time every day to recite, even if it is a small portion. Consistency is more beloved than bursts of enthusiasm that fade. Alongside recitation, spend time reflecting on the meanings. Ask yourself how the verses apply to your life, your character, and your relationship with Allah. Let the Qur’an speak to your circumstances.

Prayer in Ramadan carries a special sweetness. Guard your five daily prayers carefully and strive to pray them on time. Add voluntary prayers where possible, especially during the night. The quiet moments before dawn are treasures that many neglect. Even a few sincere units of prayer in the last part of the night can soften the heart in ways nothing else can. If you are able, participate in congregational night prayers, but remember that presence of heart is more important than length.

Charity multiplies in Ramadan. The Prophet ﷺ was described as being even more generous in this month. Give what you can, whether it is large or small. Support those in need, contribute to community projects, and look for quiet opportunities to help others without seeking recognition. A meal shared at iftar, a kind message, or covering someone’s hardship can weigh heavily on the scale of good deeds. Generosity is not limited to wealth. It includes time, attention, forgiveness, and patience.

Dhikr and duʿa keep the heart alive. Fill your day with remembrance by repeating simple phrases of glorification and gratitude. Use moments while driving, cooking, or walking to remember Allah. Make a personal list of supplications for your dunya and akhirah. Ask for forgiveness persistently. Ramadan is the month of mercy, and no sin is too great when met with sincere repentance.

Fasting itself is more than abstaining from food and drink. It is a training of the soul. Guard your tongue from gossip, your eyes from what displeases Allah, and your heart from envy and arrogance. When you feel hunger, let it remind you of those who live with it daily. When you feel thirst, let it remind you of your dependence on your Creator. The true success of fasting is not weight loss or endurance, but increased taqwa.

The last ten nights carry immense opportunity. Within them lies Laylat al Qadr, a night better than a thousand months. Intensify your worship during these nights. Reduce distractions and create space for reflection and prayer. Even if you cannot spend the entire night in worship, dedicate focused time with full presence. A single sincere moment on that night can change the course of your life.

Finally, think beyond Ramadan. The goal is not to return to old habits the moment Eid arrives. Use this month to build sustainable routines. If you begin praying extra voluntary prayers, continue at least a small portion after Ramadan. If you develop a habit of daily Qur’an recitation, protect it. The sign of an accepted Ramadan is that its impact remains.

Ramadan is a limited opportunity with unlimited reward. Approach it with hope, humility, and determination. Every fast, every prayer, every tear, and every quiet act of kindness is seen by Allah. Make this the month that shifts your trajectory, softens your heart, and brings you closer to the One who invited you in the first place.

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