Islamic life

 ZAKAT Zakat is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, and it is an obligatory form of charity for Muslims who meet certain criteria. It involves giving a portion of one's wealth, typically 2.5% of one's assets, to help the poor and those in need. Zakat is considered a form of purification and a way of showing gratitude for one's blessings, as well as a means of promoting social justice and solidarity within the community. It is mandatory for all Muslims who meet certain conditions, such as being of sound mind and possessing wealth above a certain threshold known as the nisab. Zakat can be given directly to the poor and needy or through charitable organizations and institutions that specialize in distributing zakat. It can be given in various forms, including money, livestock, crops, and other assets. In Islam, zakat is considered a spiritual obligation and a means of strengthening one's faith and connection with God. It is also seen as a way of fulfilling one's duty to ...

UMRAH  Umrah (also spelled as Umra) is a pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia that can be performed by Muslims at any time of the year. Unlike Hajj, which is a mandatory pilgrimage for all able-bodied Muslims who can afford it, Umrah is a voluntary pilgrimage and can be performed by Muslims at any time of the year. Umrah involves a series of rituals that are similar to some of the rituals performed during Hajj, but on a smaller scale. The main rituals of Umrah are: Ihram: Before entering Mecca, pilgrims must enter a state of purity called Ihram. This involves dressing in simple white garments, abstaining from worldly activities such as sex, fighting, and shaving, and reciting specific prayers. Tawaf: Pilgrims circle the Kaaba, a cube-shaped structure located in the center of the Grand Mosque, seven times in a counterclockwise direction. Sa'i: Pilgrims walk or run seven times between the hills of Safa and Marwah, located near the Grand Mosque. Halq or Taqsir: Pilgrim...

 HAJJ Hajj (or Haj) is one of the five pillars of Islam and is an annual pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. It is a mandatory religious duty for Muslims to perform Hajj at least once in their lifetime, provided they are physically and financially capable of doing so. Hajj is performed during the Islamic month of Dhu al-Hijjah, which is the last month of the Islamic calendar. It is a multi-day journey that involves a number of rituals and activities, including: Ihram: Before entering Mecca, pilgrims must enter a state of purity called Ihram. This involves dressing in simple white garments, abstaining from worldly activities such as sex, fighting, and shaving, and reciting specific prayers. Tawaf: Pilgrims circle the Kaaba, a cube-shaped structure located in the center of the Grand Mosque, seven times in a counterclockwise direction. Sa'i: Pilgrims walk or run seven times between the hills of Safa and Marwah, located near the Grand Mosque. Arafat: Pilgrims spend th...

 WUDU Wudu (also spelled as Wuzu) is the Islamic ritual of cleansing oneself before performing certain acts of worship, such as prayer, recitation of the Quran, and circumambulation of the Kaaba during Hajj or Umrah. It is an important part of the daily hygiene practices of Muslims, and is a way of preparing oneself for spiritual activities. Here are the steps to perform Wudu: Begin by making the intention (niyyah) to perform Wudu for the purpose of cleansing oneself and preparing for worship. Wash both hands up to the wrists three times. Rinse the mouth three times, swishing water around in the mouth and then spitting it out. Inhale water into the nostrils and then blow it out, three times. Wash the face three times, from the hairline to the chin and from ear to ear. Wash the right arm up to the elbow three times, followed by the left arm up to the elbow three times. Wipe the head with wet hands, moving them from the forehead to the back of the head and then back to the forehead. ...

 NAMAZ Namaz, also known as Salat, is one of the five pillars of Islam, which are the fundamental practices that every Muslim is obligated to follow. Namaz is a formal, structured prayer that is performed five times a day by Muslims all over the world. The five daily prayers are: Fajr: The pre-dawn prayer, which is performed before sunrise. Dhuhr: The midday prayer, which is performed after the sun has passed its zenith and before the start of Asr. Asr: The afternoon prayer, which is performed in the late afternoon, usually between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM. Maghrib: The evening prayer, which is performed just after sunset. Isha: The night prayer, which is performed after the twilight has disappeared, usually between 8:00 PM and midnight. Each prayer consists of a specific number of units called rak'ahs, and involves a specific set of actions and recitations, including standing, bowing, prostrating, and reciting verses from the Quran. Namaz is considered a form of worship and a way of de...

 ETHICS OF ISLAM The ethics of Islam are based on the principles of love, compassion, justice, and respect for others. Muslims believe that the foundation of ethical behavior is to follow the commands of ALLAH, as revealed in the Quran, and to follow the example of the Prophet Muhammad(PBUH) The ethics of Islam emphasize the importance of individual responsibility and accountability for one's actions, both in this world and in the afterlife. Muslims are encouraged to develop a strong moral character, to act with integrity, and to always strive to do what is right. Some of the key ethical principles of Islam include: Tawhid: the belief in the oneness of ALLAH and the recognition that all actions should be done with the intention of pleasing ALLAH. Compassion: the belief in showing kindness, empathy, and compassion towards all of ALLAH's creations, including humans, animals, and the environment. Justice: the belief in treating all people fairly and with dignity, regardless of the...

SPREADING OF ISLAM Islam is a religion that was founded by the Prophet Muhammad{PBUH} in the early 7th century in the Arabian Peninsula. The spread of Islam began shortly after the revelation of the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad {PBUH} . One of the key factors that contributed to the spread of Islam was the military conquests of Muslim armies. In the decades following the death of the Prophet Muhammad, Muslim armies successfully conquered many lands, including parts of the Arabian Peninsula, Syria, Iraq, Iran, Egypt, and North Africa. These conquests brought many people into contact with Islam and the teachings of the Quran. Another factor that contributed to the spread of Islam was the appeal of its message. Islam emphasized the importance of social justice, the equality of all people, and the worship of one ALLAH. These ideas resonated with many people, especially those who were marginalized or oppressed by the existing social and political structures. In addition to military conques...

HOLY QURAN The Holy Quran is the central religious text of Islam and is considered to be the word of ALLAH, revealed to the prophet Muhammad through the angel Gabriel over a period of 23 years. It is the final revelation from ALLAH, and Muslims believe that it supersedes all previous divine revelations, including the Torah and the Gospel. The Quran contains 114 chapters, or surahs, which are arranged according to their length and not in chronological order. The first surah, Al-Fatihah, is a prayer that is recited several times during daily prayers, and the remaining surahs cover a wide range of topics, including faith, morality, social and economic issues, politics, and history. Quran is a guidance for all of humanity and that it provides the framework for living a virtuous and ethical life. AND also that the Quran is a miracle in its style and composition, and that it is meant to be recited and studied in Arabic, the language in which it was revealed. The Quran has been translated int...