Islam, Hajj and Umrah USA

Being a Muslim we all know that there is no concept of dating as it is practiced in the West. In Islamic culture men and women do not practice intimate relationships or any pre-marital relationship. It is strictly forbidden in Islam and only allowed the relationship between man and woman is of husband and wife. In Islam choosing a life partner is one of the major decisions of one's life and cannot be taken lightly, but adopting the methods of the west while choosing life partner is not allowed in Islam. If you want to choose your life partner, do it with careful investigation and involve your family in this important matter. How to meet your Future Spouse? If you want to meet a girl or a boy with the intention of getting married, then arrange this meeting in the presence of family members. Meeting a girl alone is totally discouraged in Islam and it is said that if a boy and girl are alone, and then the third one will be Satan. To avoid these sorts of interactions and meet ...

Islam and Muslims The Arabic word 'Islam' means 'entry', and also is stemmed from an acceptation 'peace'. Because of this, the religious beliefs of Islam teaches that in order to attain real satisfaction and also surety of heart, one has to submit to God and live according to His Divinely revealed Legislation. Islam is not a brand-new religious belief since 'entry to the will of God', i.e. Islam, has actually constantly been the only acceptable religion in the view of God. Consequently, Islam is real 'natural religion', as well as it is the same timeless message revealed through the ages to all of God's prophets and also messengers. The major message of all the prophets has always been that there is just one True God and He alone is to be worshipped. These prophets start with Adam as well as consist of Noah, Abraham, Moses, David, Solomon, John the Baptist, and Jesus, peace be upon them all. God says in the Holy Quran: “We did ...

It legit requires patience and tolerance to run any successful relationship. Especially when talking about being in a marriage, our Islam exactly means “Understanding, Compromise, and Patience” which is indeed the key to receive kind treatment from your spouse. Allah and His ultimate guide “Qur’an” both instruct wives and their husbands to behave nicely with each other and to maintain a good communication. To be a successful and patient Muslim wife, we feel honored to highlight some important tips to improve the wife/husband relationship. 5 Guidelines That Will Help Out Every Muslim Wife These general guidelines will help you to become the right Muslim wife in the light of Quran and Hadiths. 1.      Invest Love and Harmony These three elements together outgrow a strong relationship mentally and physically. Husband and wife are the natural counterparts of each other.  To attain husband’s satisfaction; a wife should better fulfill the place of a c...

Muslims have this false impression about performing Hajj when one is free, old and is discharged from all responsibilities. That is not factual as young age is the best time to go on pilgrimage and to perceive greatest rewards from Allah. Question why young age? When Young, Perform Hajj Being young is a rare chance to seek forgiveness from sins and for turning to the Creator to accomplish Paradise. Sometimes it’s difficult for the ones who study full time or do not have enough means financially or are trapped on loans. Hajj in these case, do not become an obligation. But if a young person spends on needless traveling, vacation or any other trip then he/she can easily make it up to the House of Allah. Hajj becomes an obligation when you’re physically and economically well. Life Doesn’t Give You One More Chance Life is totally unpredictable. We do not know what will happen next or whether we would be breathing next second or not. Taking life for granted is a human nature. At...

During Umrah and Hajj, there are many religious acts carried out in order to fulfill the pilgrimage. Some of them are Pillars which are obligatory and some are recommended. It is important that you understand these and fulfill the pillars in order for it to be accepted. The Pillars of Umrah are 1. Ihram the Hajj clothes 2. Tawaf circumbulation of the Ka'bah 3. Sa’ee going between Safaa and Marwah 4. Shaving or Trimming your Hair. Any other action, such as praying two rakah behind Makam –e- Ibrahim, drinking Zam- Zam water are recommended (mandoub). After arranging for your residence, proceed to the Haram Sharif to perform Umrah. THE RITES OF UMRAH: The only rites of Umrah are: ·        Ghusl for Ihram ·        2 rak’ahs for Ihram ·        Entering the state of Ihram ·        Tawaf of Ka’bah ·        Two Rakat A...

The moment of the year is here. It's just one week remaining now to fulfill the holiest deed. You can see the excitement level of the Muslims departing from America for Hajj. May Allah bless them and accept their pilgrimage!

Perform Istilam of Hajar-e-Aswad. Before starting Sa’ey, do Istilam of Hajar-e-Aswad again the ninth time or point towards it, saying: "Bismillahi Allahu Akbar Wa Lillah Hil Hamad." Now Proceed towards Safa. It is a Sunnah to be in the state of ablutions during Sa’ey. Start of Sa’ey at Safa. Climb the hill of Safa and make intention ( niyyah ) for Sa’ey: " O Allah! I perform Sa’ey between Safa and Marwah to please You. Make it easy for me and accept it from me." Now recite: "Inn-as-Safa wal -Marwah min Sha’a’irillah.“ (Indeed Safa and Marwah are among the Signs of Allah.)