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The Virtues of Night Prayer
The virtues of Qiyamul Layl are many, during the lifetime of Prophet (pbuh), he was known to stand for many nights in prayer, so much so that his feet would swell. And Allah (swt) says, 'Only those people believe in Our verses who, when they are reminded of them, fall in prostration and pronounce the purity and praise of their Lord, and they are not arrogant.
Ustad Junaid Dar explains a concise and comprehensive narration, the Prophet (pbuh) mentioned 7 sincere acts of worship which will provide the fortunate servant shade, on the Day when there will be no shade except the Shade of His Throne
Ramadan, this exalted of months will grace our lives once again, will we be raising the bar and are we prepared to capatalise on its splendid rewards?
On his first visit to the new UKIM West London Islamic Centre, Shaykh Yasir Qadhi draws upon the narrations and Seerah (life) of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) to present five characteristics or strategic points for personal, spiritual and professional success.
Imam Yahya was born in Oklahoma City, USA and accepted Islam in 1998. In 2005 he was recruited by the Islam Presentation Committee in Kuwait to work as the head of the English Da'wa Department. While in Kuwait, he attained a diploma from the institute for Islamic Studies. In 2008 he finished his memorisation of the Qur'an and attained an Ijazah that puts his name on a list of 29 other people who are in the chain of narration of the Qur'an based on memorisation and recitation of the Qur'an by Hafs.
The Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) said: There are no days on which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these ten days [Bukhari]
O you who believe! Stand out firmly for Allah and be just witnesses and let not the enmity or hatred of others make you deviate from justice. Act justly as that is nearer to piety, and fear Allah. Verily, Allah is well-acquainted with what you do. [Al Quran 5:8]
'O you who believe! Fasting is prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you, that perhaps you may attain God Consciousness.' (Al Quran 2:183) This month is a month of connection, correction and direction.
A short presentation by Ustad Latif on what the personage of the Prophet Muhammed(pbuh) means to Muslims and how he should be honoured by exemplifying his patience, tolerance and compassion.
With authentic references from the Qur'an and Sunnah, a poignant presentation on materialism and man's desire for excess, its consequence and control by Shaikh Dr Mamdouh Mohamed (Egypt).
Call upon your Lord with humility and in secret. Surely He does not love transgressors. And cause not corruption upon the earth after its reformation. And invoke Him in fear and aspiration. Indeed, the mercy of Allah is near to the doers of good. {Quran 7:55-56]
It is from faith that we attempt to respond to every one of lifes provocations with a calm, composed, wise and judicious manner.
When we have absolute belief in Allah as our Lord and the Sustainer of our existence, when we stand upright for truth and justice, when we invite people to the path of Godliness, when we replace evil with good and when we remain patient, then we will enjoy the results of success in this world and the next.
Sufyaan ibn `Abdillaah (ra) said: "Messenger of Allah, tell me something about Islam, which I cannot ask anyone else besides you." The Prophet (pbuh) replied: "Say: 'I believe in Allah' and then remain steadfast upon that." [Saheeh Muslim]
Amid a lockdown and in preparation for the great day of Eid ul Fitr 2020, Imam Inayatullah outlines the basics of Eid Salah at home.
Patience in adversity was one of the foremost hallmarks of the Prophets of Allah (swt), a virtue requiring cultivation, patience is intertwined with victory, with relief after distress and with ease after hardship. Allah (swt) reassures us in Surah Al Anfaal that surely He is with those who are As Sabiroon (The Patient)
The Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) said, 'The best of days is Friday, so increase in conveying peace and blessings on me, for your blessings will be submitted to me.' [Sunan Ibn Majah] Watch and share the WLIC Friday Reminder.
Friday is a blessed day, though sadly we are currently praying at home due to the Corona emergency, let us take a few minutes to stay in touch with this symbol of our faith and the House of Allah (swt)
He was Caesar and Pope in one; but he was Pope without Pope's pretensions, Caesar without the legions of Caesar: without a standing army, without a bodyguard, without a palace, without a fixed revenue. If ever any man had the right to say that he ruled by the right divine, it was Mohammad, for he had all the power without its instruments and without its supports. [Bosworth Smith 1874]
A short introduction to the WLIC redevelopment project, help us build a Centre that will serve London and all our communities.
The root of the word Islam in Arabic is Salama which is the origin of the words peace & submission, a submission to God and peace to all humanity. It is no wonder why the salutation and greeting of Islam is 'Assallamu'Alaikum' or May Peace be upon You. 'Indeed, there has come to you from Allah a light and a plain Book. Wherewith Allah guides all those who seek His Good Pleasure to ways of peace, and He brings them out of darkness by His will unto light and guides them to a Straight Way.(Al-Qur'an 5:16) Presented by Br Ajmal Masroor.
Sr Rita Maxime is a personal fitness coach who runs a sisters only class at the West London Islamic Centre, Ealing. Islam Channels Step Up meets Sr Rita during one of her sessions to find out more.
A 5 minute introduction to Islam for those wanting a clearer idea of Islamic basics...This video provides clarification on some common misconceptions about Islam.
The Quranic standards of equality in justice transcend considerations of race, religion, color, and creed, as Muslims are commanded to be just to their friends and foes alike, and to be just in all spheres of their lives. So the Qur'an demands that justice be met for all, and that it is an inherent right of all human beings under Islamic Law. This is further elaborated by the narration of the Prophet, were Allah states,'O My slaves, I have forbidden injustice for Myself and forbade it also for you. So avoid being unjust to one another.' (Saheeh Muslim). Presented by Br Inam-ul-Haq Haqqani,a Muslim chaplin, Imam and LLB Shariah graduate from the International Islamic University, Islamabad.
The opeing chapter of the Qur'an is named Al-Fatiha, it reads: All praises and thanks are for Allah the Lord of the Universe. The Most Beneficent, The Most Merciful. Master of the Day of Recompense. You Alone we worship, and You Alone we ask for help. Guide us upon the Straight Path. The Path of those on whom You have bestowed your grace, not the Path of those who earned your Anger, nor of those that went astray. Muslims repeat this phrase 'Ihdinasi r'atal Mustaqueem' or Guide us upon the Straight Path, many times during their daily prayers. But do we stop to consider what it really means and how it applies do our daily lives? Presented by Dr Imran Alawiye
A former member of 2Pac Shakur's rap group The Outlawz, Br Mutah Shabazz Beale previously known as Napoleon, featured on several of 2Pac's platinum selling albums. Sharing his experiences and clearing up the lies and falsehood about his old friend, one of the best selling rap artists ever, he explains his epic journey from gang-banging to Islam and being a youth activist against drugs, gangsterism, guns, knives and ignorance on the east and west coast of America.
O Prophet! Truly We have sent thee as a Witness, a Bearer of Glad Tidings, and Warner. And as one who invites to Allah's (Grace) by His leave, and as a lamp spreading light. (Al-Quran 33:45-46) The Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) is described not as a lamp generating its own light, but as 'sirajan muneeran', a lamp given the Light of Allah to guide His servants to what is good and right. Prophet Muhammed (pbuh) was not the source of this light as the Quran atests that 'Allah is the the Light of the heavens and the earth' (Al-Quran 24:35), the Prophet was the lamp that spread and radiated this light to his fellow human-beings. An example of all noble and beautified characteristics, forever enshrined and emulated till the end of time. Presented by Dr Kemal Helbawy
"(O mankind!) Call upon your Lord humbly and in secret. Lo! He loveth not aggressors." [Al-Qur'an 7:55] The Prophet(pbuh) said 'Remember Allah(swt) during times of ease and He will remember you during times of hardship.' [Ahmad]
Once certainty is firmly rooted in the heart, it bears the fruit of true and sincere reliance on Allah, at time of ease and hardship. "And to Allah belongs the Ghaib (unseen) of the heavens and the earth, and to Him return all affairs (for decision). So worship Him and put your trust in Him. " [Al Qur'an 11:123] Presented by Br Inam-ul-Haq Haqqani,a Muslim chaplin, Imam and LLB Shariah graduate from the International Islamic University, Islamabad.
The Prophet (pbuh) said said, 'I have left behind me two things: as long as you cling to them you will never go astray. They are the Book of Allah and my Sunnah (my example).' [al-Haakim] Lecture as delivered by Sheikh Salim Al-Amry on Peace TV
In a well-loved hadith, the Prophet (PBUH) is reported to have said, "Paradise lies at the feet of mothers." Another hadith reports that a man asked the Prophet (pbuh), "Who is most worthy of my love and respect?" The Prophet (pbuh) replied, "Your mother." The man asked, "And then who?" The Prophet (pbuh) again answered, "Your mother." The man asked one more time and received the same answer. When the man asked the question a fourth time, the Prophet (pbuh) answered, "Your father."
