The story of the great event has been one of the region’s most continuous narratives DHAHRAN: For the last 1,400 years, the story of the great migration that Prophet Muhammad undertook has been one of the region’s most continuous narratives, a tale that has been fondly repeated by Muslims for centuries. To mark the occasion, the King Abdulaziz Center …
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Learn the meaning of Salah
Knowing the meaning of the Salah recitals is important because it deepens the spiritual connection and sincerity in prayer. When Muslims understand the words they recite — like the verses of the Quran, praises of Allah, and supplications — their focus and concentration improve, making the prayer more heartfelt and meaningful. It transforms Salah from a routine set of physical …
Read More »Mariam al Astrulabi: A Muslim woman behind the 10th-century astrolabes
Mariam took the science of astrolabes to the next level and over a thousand years later, she becomes a central character in the science-fiction novel Binti. Mariam took the science of astrolabes to the next level and over a thousand years later, she becomes a central character in the science-fiction novel Binti. Between the 8th and 15th centuries, Muslim scholars …
Read More »What is Kaffarah
Understanding the Concept of Kaffarah in Islam Kaffarah is an essential concept in Islam, offering Muslims a way to seek forgiveness and make amends for specific mistakes and sins. It reflects Allah’s boundless mercy while teaching us responsibility, humility, and compassion for those in need. In this comprehensive guide, we will explain everything about Kaffarah, its meaning, when it applies, …
Read More »Fidya: An Obligatory Donation For Missed Fasts During Ramadan
Fasting during Ramadan is an important and gratifying aspect of faith; it is the fourth pillar of Islam and is a tough act of worship. Allah allows Muslims who cannot complete the fast due to circumstances beyond their control to compensate for the fast. The act to compensate for missed fasts is known as the ‘Fidya’. It is an obligatory payment …
Read More »The Camel – An Astonishing Creature
“Do they not look at the camel – how it has been created?”The Camel – An Astonishing CreatureAbility to Drink Both Fresh and Salty Water:A camel’s kidneys filter out excess salt from salty water, making it drinkable. The extra salt is then expelled through urine.Eating Thorny Bushes Without Harm:A camel’s saliva is thick and has special properties that help soften …
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