Allah, Most High, has repeatedly made reference to the gift of fruit in the Holy Quran. In one verse Allah, Most High, says: “Do you not see that Allah sends down rain from the sky, and we produce therewith fruits of various colours.” (Surah Fatir: 87) Elsewhere Allah, Most High, says: “and He sent down rain from the sky and brought forth fruits …
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Al Aqsa: the third sanctuary
Masjid Al-Aqsa has always been dear to the hearts of Muslims, but how much do we know about Islam’s third holiest site and its history? The Prophet (peace be upon him) advised: “None of you is a true believer until he loves for his brother what he loves for himself.” (Bukhari & Muslim) Abu Hurairah also quotes another hadeeth: “The …
Read More »The choice to change is now! An opinion on reforming Sri Lankan Muslim Personal Law
Muslims of Sri Lanka are governed under Muslim Personal Law. This means that in the areas of marriage, divorce and inheritance, all Muslims of this country will find themselves in a situation at some time or the other that will ensure they get to know about Muslim personal law. When I was quite young, I discovered that if my parents …
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