In the Islamic lunar calendar, there are four months that are considered sacred prohibition months. These months were traditionally a time when warfare and fighting were not allowed in order to allow safe travel and passage. The four sacred months are Muharram, Safar, Rabi’ al-awwal, and Rabi’ al-thani. Muharram – The First Sacred Month History…
Introduction Halal dating has risen in popularity in Muslim communities as a way for singles to get to know potential partners in a more traditional Islamic context. Unlike Western dating which typically allows for casual intimacy and little family involvement, halal courtship has stricter guidelines that honor Islamic rules on relationships. While the concept is…
Introduction In Islam, there are some sins that are considered “major” because of their serious nature and gravity. These major sins, also sometimes referred to as cardinal sins or al-Kaba’ir, often violate clear commandments in the Quran and Hadith, harm society, and threaten a person’s faith. The seven biggest of these major sins are often…
An Overview of the Islamic Calendar The Islamic calendar, known as the Hijri calendar, consists of 12 lunar months totaling 354 or 355 days. As a lunar calendar, the months shift by approximately 11 days each year in relation to the Gregorian solar calendar used in much of the world. The first month of the…
Introduction Muharram is the first month of the Islamic lunar calendar and is considered one of the four sacred months in Islam. It has special religious significance for Muslims across the world, particularly for Shia Muslims, as it marks the anniversary of the tragic martyrdom of Imam Hussain. Due to this solemn occasion, there are…
Introduction The study of Islam, also known as Islamic studies, encompasses the examination of the beliefs, practices, history, and culture of the Islamic faith. With over 1.9 billion Muslim adherents globally, Islam is the world’s second largest religion after Christianity. Understanding the complexity and diversity of Islam has become increasingly important in our interconnected world….
Introduction Every year on 12 Rabi-ul-Awal, Muslims around the world celebrate Eid Milad-un-Nabi, the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad. In Pakistan, the day is marked with great religious zeal and national fervor. Streets are decorated with lights, public gatherings held to remember the life of the Prophet, and sweets distributed among children and the poor….
Introduction to the Hijri and Gregorian Calendars The Hijri and Gregorian calendars are two of the most widely used calendars in the world today. The Hijri calendar is the official calendar of many Muslim countries and communities. It is a lunar calendar that began in the year 622 CE during the Islamic era. The Gregorian…
Introduction to Islamic Quotes in Urdu Islamic quotes in Urdu have a profound influence and impact. The Urdu language allows for poetic expression of spiritual concepts and ideas. Let’s explore some beautiful and meaningful Islamic quotes in Urdu. Overview and History Urdu evolved from interactions between invading Muslim rulers and local Hindi-speaking populations in northern…
