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.

The Faith Revival (7): You’re No Angel

The Faith Revival (7): You’re No Angel

Even the greatest companions of the Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) were vigilant about their faith. No matter how confident you are in your iman, you're no angel. Be protective of it.
The Faith Revival (8): Two Supplications of the Prophet

The Faith Revival (8): Two Supplications of the Prophet

There is nothing more inconsistent than the heart, yet no vessel more important. Therefore the Prophet (peace be upon him) taught us two supplications to keep it firm. Learn them from the today's epis
Ramadan with the Qur’an – Day 8: Surat Al-Buruj

Ramadan with the Qur’an – Day 8: Surat Al-Buruj

In the final verses of Surah Al-Buruj, an extremely Forgiving and intensely Loving Allah tells believers who were persecuted for His sake that their suffering has cleansed them of all their sins.
Ramadan and the Three Types of Fasting

Ramadan and the Three Types of Fasting

There’re three levels of fasting. The first level fasting from food and drink and intimate relationships. And there’s fasting of the limps......
Ramadan with the Qur’an – Day 1: Surat An-Naba’

Ramadan with the Qur’an – Day 1: Surat An-Naba’

In this video Ustadh Nouman explains how those who sarcastically question the afterlife in the beginning of the surah, are left speechless on the Day they had denied throughout a life spent in forgetf
The Faith Revival (2): Your Faith Wears Out

The Faith Revival (2): Your Faith Wears Out

Think of your favorite shirt. It fades slightly each time you wash it, and will eventually wear out if you don’t take proper care of it. Faith is the same way - but unlike a piece of clothing, it's th ...
Ramadan with the Qur’an – Day 2: Surat An-Nazi`at

Ramadan with the Qur’an – Day 2: Surat An-Nazi`at

Summing up his eye-opening interpretation of Surah An-Nazi’at, Ustadh Nouman offers this unique commentary on its perfectly symmetrical structure
Managing Ramadan with Your Non-Muslim Family

Managing Ramadan with Your Non-Muslim Family

Living with your non-Muslim family as a new Muslim poses many different challenges and in my experience, Ramadan is one of the biggest challenges. The challenges of course vary from family to family,
The Faith Revival (3): Shaky Foundations

The Faith Revival (3): Shaky Foundations

There is a direct correlation between the actions of the tongue with the condition of the heart. If you want to receive faith, you must first settle your heart - and if you wish to settle your heart,
Ramadan with the Qur’an – Day 3: Surat `Abasa

Ramadan with the Qur’an – Day 3: Surat `Abasa

Some people ask: Why do I need Islam? In his explanation of the concept of “istighna'” (feeling self-sufficient and in no need of anything) Ustadh Nouman teaches that deep down inside us there is some ...