The body nourished with unlawful means will not enter paradise. 
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Living with the Reality of Death: A Reminder for the Believing Heart
One of the most profound reminders given to us in the Qur’an is the certainty of death. It is a truth that every human being, regardless of status, wealth, or strength, will inevitably face. A Qur’anic Reminder Allah says: كُلُّ نَفْسٍ ذَائِقَةُ الْمَوْتِ “Every soul shall taste death.” (Sūrah Āli‑‘Imrān 3:185) This …
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The Key to Deeds: Niyyah (Intention)
The Arabic term Niyyah (نِيَّة) literally means ‘intention,’ ‘purpose,’ or ‘determination.’ In Islamic jurisprudence and spirituality, it carries a very precise and critical meaning. 1. Definition and Significance The centrality of Niyyah is established by a famous Ḥadīth: “Actions are but by intention, and every man shall have but that which he intended…” (Bukhārī & …
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“THAT IS 30 SECONDS OF MY LIFE I WILL NEVER GET BACK”
“That is 30 seconds of my life I will never get back”. This was a comment I came across under a short video on social media, and it really prompted me to think. Concealed within this comment, be it sarcasm, is a truth we often overlook: every second matters. Every video we …
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Allah Loves the Doers of Good
وَأَحْسِنُوا إِنَّ اللَّهَ يُحِبُّ الْمُحْسِنِينَ “Do good, for indeed, Allah loves the doers of good.” (Qur’an 2:195) Islam places immense emphasis on the virtue of doing good. Acts of kindness, charity, and compassion are not merely recommended; they are among the most beloved deeds in the sight of Allah. The beauty of goodness …
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The Power of Good Deeds to Overcome Mistakes
Life is a journey filled with challenges, successes, and occasional missteps. We all make mistakes, but the beauty of faith is that it offers a way to correct them. The Quran provides reassurance: إِنَّ الْحَسَنَاتِ يُذْهِبْنَ السَّيِّئَاتِ “Indeed, good deeds do away with misdeeds.” (Qur’an 11:114) This verse reminds us that good …
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The Hole That Wastes Away Good Deeds
Learn to protect your good deeds by carrying them out with sincerity and by avoiding disobedience to Allah.
