Category: Acts of Worship

This section gives details on the Islamic acts of worship (salah (prayer), zakah (charity), sawm (fasting), hajj (pilgrimage) and how they are performed.

“Jesus Fasted on Many Occasions”: This Christian Man Explains Why He Fasts During Ramadan

“Jesus Fasted on Many Occasions”: This Christian Man Explains Why He Fasts During Ramadan

Craig Considine participates in fasting with Muslims and explains how it can be used to spread the message of peace, tolerance, integration, etc.
British Muslims find new ways to be together for Ramadan under lockdown

British Muslims find new ways to be together for Ramadan under lockdown

To meet the challenges of lockdown in Ramadan, Finsbury Park mosque will be streaming lectures and prayers and using platforms to host iftar parties.
Coronavirus: BBC Begins Broadcasting Weekly Islamic Sermons as Mosques Remain Shut

Coronavirus: BBC Begins Broadcasting Weekly Islamic Sermons as Mosques Remain Shut

At a time when Muslims are unable to visit their mosques due to the coronavirus outbreak, many are going virtual for their spiritual needs.
The Wicked Slander against the Mother of the Believers

The Wicked Slander against the Mother of the Believers

This is the story of ‘A’ishah in which the hypocrites wanted to harm the Prophet Muhammad through spreading false rumors about his beloved wife, ‘A’ishah.
Taking a Closer Look at the Virtues of the Month of Rajab

Taking a Closer Look at the Virtues of the Month of Rajab

There are a few sound virtues of the sacred month of Rajab. However, thare are many virtues and acts of worship that are found to be based on weak evidence.
The Legal Rulings of Purification in Islam

The Legal Rulings of Purification in Islam

There are two kinds of purification in Islam: purity of the heart from shirk and ritual and physical purification. Water is the means to the latter kind.
Rulings of Istihadah and Postnatal Bleeding

Rulings of Istihadah and Postnatal Bleeding

How can a woman distinguish between istihadah and menstruatuon? what are the legal rulings regarding postnatal bleeding and taking medicine to delay period?
Wiping over Footwear or Socks

Wiping over Footwear or Socks

Wiping over khuffs is a substitute for washing feet in ablution. So, what are its prerequisites, legal ruling, invalidators and how to wipe?
Salat Al-Istisqa’ (Prayer For Rain)

Salat Al-Istisqa’ (Prayer For Rain)

Salat al-Istisqa’ (prayer for rain) is a recommended act of worship which Muslims observe during times of drought or when they are in need of rain.
A Documentary on Zamzam Water!

A Documentary on Zamzam Water!

This is a documentary on Zamzam water, the best water on earth. It is mentioned in the hadith of Prophet Muhammad as a blessing and food that satisfies.