Tafsir of Surah Abasa (Part 1): A Gentle Rebuke to the Messenger of Allah

Surah Abasa is a Makiyah surah which contains various news related to the Prophet’s creed and treatises. In this surah, Allah also talks about proof of greatness and monotheism rububiyyah in the form of the creation of humans, plants, trees, and various foods. Then this surah closes with the horror that will occur on the … [Read more…]

Akikah Animals: Characteristics, Terms and Division

Characteristics of the aqikah animal It is Sunnah to slaughter 2 sheep for a baby boy and 1 lamb for a baby girl. This is based on the history of Umm Kurz who asked the Prophet May Allah bless him and grant him peace For boys two lambs and for females one lamb. “Two sheep … [Read more…]

The Firmness of the Companions in the Early Period of Secret Da’wah (Part 2)

In the previous article, we discussed several stories of the steadfastness of friends at the beginning of the missionary period confidential In this second part we will continue the story of Abu Dzar al-Ghifari and Khalid bin Sa’id May Allah bless him and grant him peacetwo friends who showed courage and fortitude after accepting Islam. … [Read more…]

Differences in the Meaning of Repentance and Istigfar

In many verses Allah ﷻ informs that a servant can have his sins forgiven because of his repentance and forgiveness. After explaining the threats for perpetrators of sin and immorality, then the threats for people who repent and ask for forgiveness are excluded. Allah ﷻ says, Except for those who repent, believe and do good … [Read more…]

Mengenal Nama Allah “Al-Hafiizh” dan “Al-Haafizh”

Di antara hal yang menenangkan hati seorang hamba di tengah berbagai ujian kehidupan adalah mengetahui bahwa Allah Ta’ala tidak pernah lalai menjaga makhluk-Nya. Langit dan bumi berdiri kokoh karena Dia yang menjaganya. Amalan manusia tidak ada yang hilang karena Dia yang mencatatnya. Para wali-Nya selamat dari tipu daya musuh karena Dia yang memelihara mereka. Semua … [Read more…]

Principles of Manhaj Ahlus Sunnah wal Jamaah (Part 1)

In the midst of many divisions, the emergence of many deviant groups, and ideas that claim to be above the truth, a Muslim needs a clear guide so as not to stray from the straight path. Therefore, how important it is to know the straight path commanded by Allah ‘Azza wa Jalla and His Messenger … [Read more…]

Usury Buying and Selling Terms (3)

The next provisions are taqabudh (submission). This provision is legally binding if the sale and purchase of usurious goods takes the form of: One kind and one’perfume such as: gold with gold; Different types but one ‘perfume such as: gold with silver In the two conditions above, the law must exist taqabudh (handover) when the … [Read more…]

Bowing Your Heart in the Midst of Flattery

Who doesn’t like being praised? Almost everyone feels happy when they hear words of appreciation, praise or recognition from other people. However, a believer does not only view praise as something pleasant. He also sees it as a test that can elevate his status or plunge him into arrogance. In everyday life, we often experience … [Read more…]

Surah أَنْ That May Be Omitted (Al-Mudhmarah Jawazan)

Ibn Hisham explained that letters That Sometimes it can be displayed and can also be removed. He says, It may be implied after an attive preceded by a pure noun. “Letter That can be omitted if it is placed after the letter athaf which begins with a pure noun (isim khalish).” He gave an example: … [Read more…]

Pertemuan Heraklius dengan Abu Sufyan

Ketika Rasulullah mengirim surat kepada Heraklius, saat itu bertepatan juga ketika Abu Sufyan dan para pedagang dari Quraisy sedang berdagang di Syam. Akhirnya, Heraklius pun menemui Abu Sufyan untuk menggali informasi tentang Nabi Muhammad shallallahu ‘alaihi wa sallam. Dari pertemuan antara Heraclius dan Abu Sufyan ini, Heraclius mengetahui tentang Nabi shallallahu ‘alaihi wa sallam dan … [Read more…]