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| |  | Keeping our Iman Strong with Dhikr By Candice Islaah Abd'al-Rahim The majority of the scholars in Islam agree that iman or faith is not static; it increases with obedience to Allah's commands and decreases with disobedience. Acquiring iman, therefore, is a process. It does not penetrate one’s heart simply because one is a Muslim by birth or by conversion. Dhikr, the remembrance of Allah, goes beyond merely thinking about our Lord. Find out more about what to say, when to say it, and how we can use it to strengthen our iman. |
| | | Parenting Tip Now that Ramadan is over, we have to work on taking those good habits that were formed and carrying them into these next days, weeks, and months ahead. There are a number of ways to keep our iman strong but they will all take a conscious effort. |
| |  | Preserving our Faith in Allah By Umm Ahmed In today's world, where materialism and distractions are prevalent, we can easily be tempted by worldly pleasures or face doubts and uncertainties in the wake of world events, sufferings, and atrocities. Reflection on the verses of the Quran can help to maintain our faith in Allah. The Sunnah of our beloved Messenger, peace and blessings be upon him, highlights some other determinants of faith that can also be attributed to the profound names of Allah. By reflecting on these determinants and incorporating them into our lives, we can become better equipped to navigate the challenges and trials that come our way and fulfill our duties as Muslims, God willing. |
| | | Inspiration “For a true Muslim, the end of Ramadan is not the end, but the start of a new journey leading toward the Jannah.” |
| |  | The Importance of Making Friends (and Keeping Them) By Wendy Díaz In Islam, choosing good friends is highly emphasized, because the company we keep can have a significant impact on our behavior, actions, and beliefs. Good friends who are committed to their faith can help strengthen one's own faith and lead to positive spiritual growth. Conversely, being friends with those who have weak faith or engage in sinful behavior can open the way to negative influences and possibly even lead one astray from the path of righteousness. Muslim parents can encourage their children to choose good friends by setting a good example themselves and by teaching their children Islamic values and principles from a young age. |
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| | | Islamic Guidance The Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, said: "Whoever fasts in the month of Ramadan and then follows it with six days fasting in Shawwal has done as if he has fast for life." (Muslim) |
| |  | Teaching about the End Times from Authentic Sources By Tayaabah Qazi Belief in the Last Day is the fifth pillar of our faith. It is unseen and unrealized information of our faith passed on to us through the Quran and Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him. This is the tenet of faith that makes an accounting of personal and communal actions consequential and solidifies the truth of Heaven and Hell. Adults and children have access to LOTS of info online that is not always correct. Check out why it is important to use authentic resources to satisfy our curiosity and dispel misinformation. |
| | | Interesting Details As we return from our Ramadan bubbles, it is important to face distractions head on. Here is a list of the 10 biggest time wasters: - Social media
- Procrastination
- Clutter
- Forgetting to plan
- Not “completing the cycle”
- Saying yes too much
- Not asking for help
- The unnecessary tasks
- Lack of a routine
- Not prioritizing
Read more about each item and how to avoid them in the full article here. |
| |  | Book Review: Reflecting on the Names of Allah By Laura El Alam When writer Laura El Alam needs an iman boost, there is a go-to book within reach on her nightstand - Reflecting on the Names of Allah by Ustadha Dr. Jinan Yousef. In this review she identifies several redeeming qualities like how the book flows beautifully in English, is well organized and easy to read, and has a table of contents that makes it easy to look up a specific name and delve into its profound meaning. It sounds like this would be a great resource for every home. Read more in the full review. |
| | | |  | Adams World: Quran Buddy - Call Upon Me! Allah says in the Quran, “Call upon me, and I will respond to you.” In this new series of short videos, Adam reflects upon the guidance of the Quran and is grateful that Allah always hears us, no matter what! (2:13) Keep sound Islamic content in front of your children throughout the year! Rather than depend on an old VHS-tape, you can have 24/7 access to classic and new Adam’s Worlds episodes on our convenient app. Visit Adam's World for more details and take advantage of a free trial period. |
| | | Make good use of these engaging courses that are fun for the entire family! |
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| |  | The Sound Vision Foundation has been a trusted source of Islamic knowledge for more than 30 years. Our work with the world-renowned puppets Adam and Aneesah pioneered creative programming for Muslim children, encouraging them to learn about and love their religion. We continue to bring sound content and engaging programs that stimulate minds, touch hearts, and strive to fulfill our mission of raising better Muslims, better neighbors, and better citizens. This latest effort is designed to support and empower Muslim parents to do the same. |
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