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The Darkest Hour and the Coming of the Dawn

According to a well-stated proverb, the darkest hour is just before the dawn.  And although astronomically the darkest point is much earlier, the truth of this proverb is metaphoric—but in no way less real. So often we find that the … Continue reading

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Remaining Steadfast on Obedience

All praise is due to Allaah, Lord of all the worlds. May peace and blessings be upon the Messenger, his household and companions. There are lessons for us all in the passage of the days and nights – and the … Continue reading

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Welcoming the month of Ramadhan

يَا أَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُواْ كُتِبَ عَلَيْكُمُ الصِّيَامُ كَمَا كُتِبَ عَلَى الَّذِينَ مِن قَبْلِكُمْ لَعَلَّكُمْ تَتَّقُونَ “O who believe, fasting is decreed for you as it was decreed for those before you; perchance you will guard yourselves. (2:183) Ramadan is derived … Continue reading

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