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Rays of Radiance
As we draw closer to Qiyaamah, we are once again entering a ‘dark age’. The invitation to evil is overwhelming and the temptation to sin is almost irresistible. Reading the incidents of the Sahaabah (radhiyallahu ‘anhum), the Taabi‘een and our other pious predecessors causes our hearts to become illuminated.
This 268 page compilation entitled “Rays of Radiance” consists of selected stories from the lives of these saintly souls, which are followed by pertinent lessons. Each incident is like a ‘ray of radiance’ that has the potential …
Dedicated to her ‘Ibaadah
(Mother of Mufti Ebrahim Salejee [daamat barakaatuhum] – Part Three)
Makkiyyah Aapa (rahimahallah) was always concerned regarding her Deeni progress. On one occasion, she mentioned to one of her sons that when her mother passed away, then more than the grief she experienced over the loss of a mother was the grief she felt over the loss of the person who would point out her faults, correct her and guide her.
Likewise, she always strove to attain …
The Night of ‘Eid
With the blessed month of Ramadhaan drawing to an end, people’s eyes turn to the skies, seeking the hilaal (new moon) of Shawwaal. As soon as the moon is sighted, a unique sense of excitement permeates the environment as one and all welcome the arrival of ‘Eid.
Those who sat in i’tikaaf will return home to their beloved families, eagerly embracing them after the period of separation. In homes across the globe, families will take out their special ‘Eid clothing in …
