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History & Heritage

Safar: One of The Four Sanctified Months

Safar is the second month in the Islamic calendar and is regarded as one of the four sanctified months. Over time, many have tainted the sanctity of the month by referring to it as an unlucky month. In fact, many go as far as believing that any celebratory occasions (including weddings) should not be held […]

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Fasting Ashura: Why Muslims Fast on This Day

Samarkand Mosque Ashura

Not long ago, we welcomed the new Islamic year with the commencement of Muharram. For Muslims around the world, this is a time when intentions are renewed as many contemplate their plans for the forthcoming year.  As we ease our way into the first Islamic month, the day of Ashura (10th of Muharram) gives us […]

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Muharram: A New Beginning

Muslims around the world tend to become hopeless when the Hajj season is over. With Ramadhan having passed us, the two Eids over and people settling back in upon returning from Hajj, many become despondent as they eagerly await the moment for another spiritual boost in next year’s Ramadhan. For those of us in this […]

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Travel

Four Historical Places To Visit in Saudi Arabia

Tourism in Saudi Arabia may not have been a thing in the past, but things are changing rapidly as the country aims to welcome a stream of tourists over the coming years. With entire archaeological cities, many UNESCO World Heritage sites and a culture unlike any you’ve seen before, Saudi Arabia is well equipped to […]

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Canadian Islamic Scholar & Founder of AlMaghrib Institute, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef Dies Aged 47

Admired by the masses, Shaykh Muhammad Alshareef died suddenly at the age of 47 in Dubai on Thursday, July 21. Known as one of the leading scholars of our times, Shaykh Muhammad was not known to have any ongoing illnesses, which is why his death shocked many. Despite this, his family remained patient remembering that […]

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History & Heritage Wellbeing

Five of The Best Qur’an Reciters in The World

Listening to the Holy Qur’an is one of Islam’s many wonders which to this day continues to produce many benefits. Unlike other religious scriptures, the Quran is a profound phenomenon which can transform hearts through its recitation and listening. Many studies have found that listening to the Holy Qur’an can have positive and remedial effects […]

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