A look into what invalidates a fast in Islam and the consequences. The shari’ definition of a fast is: to withhold from eating, drinking, and sexual intercourse during daylight hours, (beginning of fajr to maghrib) with an intention of fasting, performed by one capable and required to do so. This article will specifically look at…Continue reading Definitive Guide to What Invalidates a Fast in Islam and the Consequences
Those exempt from fasting
Whoever is ill in the month of Ramadan, and fears that, if he fasts will adversely affect him should not fast and he performs it as qaḍā’. No Expiation is due from him. A sick person who fears that the illness will worsen. This also includes a sick person who fears prolongation of his illness…Continue reading Those exempt from fasting
The Types of Fasts and their Intentions in Islam
Fasts according to the Hanafi’s can be broken down into the following categories: The mustahab fasts are all fasts the Prophet ﷺ kept, but did not establish them as a sunnah for everyone. If one keeps them with intention of sunnah, then he is rewarded like so إن شاء الله. Intentions for fasting General Intention…Continue reading The Types of Fasts and their Intentions in Islam
What makes somebody an Aalim?
Some institutions require students to complete an eight-year course, and upon graduation, they are referred to as Aalims. Others require a four-year weekend course, and upon completion, they are also referred to as Aalims. However, when you consider the biographies of prior scholars, some studied for 20 years before preaching or teaching. What is the…Continue reading What makes somebody an Aalim?
Book Summary: Man & The Universe
Title: Man and The UniverseAuthor: Mostafa al-BadawiGenre: Religion, SocietyRelease Date: 1998 Why did you choose to read this particular book? The cover and title caught my attention. It made me ponder about our purpose and connection with the universe once more. I was curious to hear Mostafa’s thoughts on this matter, considering that we both…Continue reading Book Summary: Man & The Universe
Book Summary: Baghavad Gita
Title: Baghavad GitaAuthor: Maharishi Veda Vyasa, (translation and commentary by Swami B. P. Puri)Genre: ReligionRelease Date: 500BC, (Read Insight Editions version, published 2022 Why did you choose to read this particular book? One of the books read at a book club I’m part of, but had an interest in reading some Hindu literature. It was…Continue reading Book Summary: Baghavad Gita
Book Summary: Slow Reading in a Hurried Age
Title: Slow Reading in a Hurried AgeAuthor: David MikicsGenre: LiteratureRelease Date: 2013 Why did you choose to read this particular book? What peaks your interest? What is the book about? What does it promise to deliver? Let’s face it, most of us sometimes feel like we’re surrounded by idiots. From the title I knew the…Continue reading Book Summary: Slow Reading in a Hurried Age
Book Summary: Lessons in Chemistry
Title: Lessons in ChemistryAuthor: Bonnie GarmusGenre: NovelRelease Date: 2023 Why did you choose to read this particular book? What intrigued me most about this book was its exploration of themes such as science, gender, and persistence. I was captivated by how Bonnie Garmus weaves together scientific knowledge and personal growth to create a rich and…Continue reading Book Summary: Lessons in Chemistry
Heretical Sufis
Imam Abdul Qadir al-Jilani رضي الله عنه mentions the following heretical paths who call themselves Sufis. Disclaimer: The featured image does not represent heretical behaviour but used for illustrative purposes. Hululiyya The Hululiyya, Incarnationists, claim that it is lawful to look at a beautiful body or a beautiful face, whether of a woman or a…Continue reading Heretical Sufis
A History of Modern Pakistan #10 1993 – 2000
This series will cover the history of Modern Pakistan, from the earliest notions of a separatist Muslim governance to the creation of Pakistan and all the way to 2023. You can read post covering 1857 – 1927 here: A History of Modern Pakistan #1 1857 – 1927 You can read post covering 1927- 1939 here:…Continue reading A History of Modern Pakistan #10 1993 – 2000