<![CDATA[Islam SMS Forum - Islam]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/ Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:50:56 +0000 MyBB <![CDATA[Consider Verse 14, Surat Ta-Ha (20:14)]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39262 Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:28:58 +0000 Abu Hafsat]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39262   Verse/ayat number 14 of chapter 20 of the Holy Qur'an, Surat Ta-Ha reads: --
    ''VERILY, I AM GOD:
     THERE IS NO god BUT I
    SO, SERVE ME (only), AND ESTABLISH REGULAR (Sallah)
   PRAYER FOR CELEBRATING MY PRAISE (Zikr).''
Establishing Sallah means having spiritual connection with Allah and observing Him in the heart, as the Prophet, Sallallahu alaihi Wasallam, said: -- ''There is no Sallah without the presence of heart (before Allah)''
In Sallah with presence of heart, our organs are busy in bowing and prostrating, the tongue will be reciting the Qur'an but the heart is engrossed in the remembrance and vision of Allah.]]>   Verse/ayat number 14 of chapter 20 of the Holy Qur'an, Surat Ta-Ha reads: --
    ''VERILY, I AM GOD:
     THERE IS NO god BUT I
    SO, SERVE ME (only), AND ESTABLISH REGULAR (Sallah)
   PRAYER FOR CELEBRATING MY PRAISE (Zikr).''
Establishing Sallah means having spiritual connection with Allah and observing Him in the heart, as the Prophet, Sallallahu alaihi Wasallam, said: -- ''There is no Sallah without the presence of heart (before Allah)''
In Sallah with presence of heart, our organs are busy in bowing and prostrating, the tongue will be reciting the Qur'an but the heart is engrossed in the remembrance and vision of Allah.]]> <![CDATA[Are You That Strong?]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39260 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:42:07 +0000 Abu Hafsat]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39260 Abu Hurairah, may Allah be pleased with him, reported that the Messenger of Allah, Sallallahu alaihi Wasallam, said: --
       ''THE STRONG MAN IS NOT THE ONE WHO WRESTLES, BUT THE STRONG
      MAN IS IN FACT THE ONE WHO CONTROLS HIMSELF IN A FIT OF RAGE.'' (Bukhari and Muslim, also in Riyad-us-Saliheen, chapter 75).
People are usually impressed by physical power, but the real strength is in that one who keeps his/her anger under control, especially when provoked. Note this well.
Many Regards.]]> Abu Hurairah, may Allah be pleased with him, reported that the Messenger of Allah, Sallallahu alaihi Wasallam, said: --
       ''THE STRONG MAN IS NOT THE ONE WHO WRESTLES, BUT THE STRONG
      MAN IS IN FACT THE ONE WHO CONTROLS HIMSELF IN A FIT OF RAGE.'' (Bukhari and Muslim, also in Riyad-us-Saliheen, chapter 75).
People are usually impressed by physical power, but the real strength is in that one who keeps his/her anger under control, especially when provoked. Note this well.
Many Regards.]]> <![CDATA[Return and Repent!!]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39259 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:25:01 +0000 Abu Hafsat]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39259   In ayat 53 of Surat Zumar of the Holy Qur'an, Allah Ta'ala says: --
 ''Say: O My servants who have transgressed against their souls! Despair not
of the Mercy of Allah, for Allah forgives all sins for He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful''. (39:53)
If you have transgressed the limits on yourself with sins, as the verse/ayat says.... Allah is telling His Messenger, Sallallahu alaihi Wasallam, to inform us not to lose hope -- laa taqnatoo min rahmatullah -- do not despair of Allah's Mercy!  Repent, seek His Forgiveness with lots of Istighfar.... Innallah yaghfiru zunooba jamee'aan.... Verily, Allah forgives all sins.
Ya-Ghafoor Ya-Ghafoor... Ya-Afoow.  Allah likes His Servants to ask for forgiveness every moment in their life.
And we should have good thoughts and expectations that He, Azza Wa-Jallah, will indeed forgive us. In a Hadith-Qudsi, He said: --
     ''Ana 'inda husni zhanna 'abdee bee... I am according to My servant's good thoughts of Me.'' (Bayhaqi)
In view of this, whenever you have good thoughts, you will be saved and Allah will forgive you. If you have doubts, be careful as you cannot play here: either you have 100 per cent belief or you have shaky belief, the Heaven Balance can check it.
If we commit sin(s), we should immediately repent, seek Allah's forgiveness with a sincere heart and intention not to go back to such sins... and we will find Him Most-Forgiving, Most-Merciful.]]>   In ayat 53 of Surat Zumar of the Holy Qur'an, Allah Ta'ala says: --
 ''Say: O My servants who have transgressed against their souls! Despair not
of the Mercy of Allah, for Allah forgives all sins for He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful''. (39:53)
If you have transgressed the limits on yourself with sins, as the verse/ayat says.... Allah is telling His Messenger, Sallallahu alaihi Wasallam, to inform us not to lose hope -- laa taqnatoo min rahmatullah -- do not despair of Allah's Mercy!  Repent, seek His Forgiveness with lots of Istighfar.... Innallah yaghfiru zunooba jamee'aan.... Verily, Allah forgives all sins.
Ya-Ghafoor Ya-Ghafoor... Ya-Afoow.  Allah likes His Servants to ask for forgiveness every moment in their life.
And we should have good thoughts and expectations that He, Azza Wa-Jallah, will indeed forgive us. In a Hadith-Qudsi, He said: --
     ''Ana 'inda husni zhanna 'abdee bee... I am according to My servant's good thoughts of Me.'' (Bayhaqi)
In view of this, whenever you have good thoughts, you will be saved and Allah will forgive you. If you have doubts, be careful as you cannot play here: either you have 100 per cent belief or you have shaky belief, the Heaven Balance can check it.
If we commit sin(s), we should immediately repent, seek Allah's forgiveness with a sincere heart and intention not to go back to such sins... and we will find Him Most-Forgiving, Most-Merciful.]]> <![CDATA[The Power of Istighfar.]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39258 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 07:09:55 +0000 Abu Hafsat]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39258  As-Salaam alaikum,
We often tend to forget the importance of the simple, yet powerful du'a.... supplication of Istighfar... that is the saying or reciting of astaghfirullah....astaghfirullah (I seek forgiveness of Allah).
Some of its values are:: --
(1) Istghfar removes anxiety and with it, your du'a are answered.
(2) It opens the door of sustenance, mercy and knowledge.
(3) Reciting of astaghfirullah....astaghfirullah...astaghfirullah.... helps us to calm ourselves and wipes out variety of worldly worries from our body/mind.
Abdullahi ibn Abbas, may Allah be pleased with him, said that the Noble Messenger of Allah, Sallallahu alaihi Wasallam, said: -
''If anyone constantly seeks pardon (from Allah), Allah will appoint for him a way out
of every distress and a relief from every anxiety, and will provide sustenance for him
from where he expects not.'' (Abu Dawud)
In view of this, we should include lots of Istighfar (may be 100 times or more), in our daily Zikr when we sit to remember Allah Ta'ala every morning and evening.
Best Wishes.]]>  As-Salaam alaikum,
We often tend to forget the importance of the simple, yet powerful du'a.... supplication of Istighfar... that is the saying or reciting of astaghfirullah....astaghfirullah (I seek forgiveness of Allah).
Some of its values are:: --
(1) Istghfar removes anxiety and with it, your du'a are answered.
(2) It opens the door of sustenance, mercy and knowledge.
(3) Reciting of astaghfirullah....astaghfirullah...astaghfirullah.... helps us to calm ourselves and wipes out variety of worldly worries from our body/mind.
Abdullahi ibn Abbas, may Allah be pleased with him, said that the Noble Messenger of Allah, Sallallahu alaihi Wasallam, said: -
''If anyone constantly seeks pardon (from Allah), Allah will appoint for him a way out
of every distress and a relief from every anxiety, and will provide sustenance for him
from where he expects not.'' (Abu Dawud)
In view of this, we should include lots of Istighfar (may be 100 times or more), in our daily Zikr when we sit to remember Allah Ta'ala every morning and evening.
Best Wishes.]]> <![CDATA[Can I Read the Quran if I'm Not Muslim?]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39256 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:55:58 +0000 Hassan Al Zahrani]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39256 Many people begin learning about Islam by reading the Qur'an.
There is no prohibition against a sincere non-Muslim reading a translation of the Qur'an to understand its message.
Choosing a reputable translation, along with explanatory notes, can make the reading easier and more meaningful.
If you encounter verses that are difficult to understand, don't hesitate to ask questions. Muslims generally appreciate sincere curiosity and respectful dialogue.]]> Many people begin learning about Islam by reading the Qur'an.
There is no prohibition against a sincere non-Muslim reading a translation of the Qur'an to understand its message.
Choosing a reputable translation, along with explanatory notes, can make the reading easier and more meaningful.
If you encounter verses that are difficult to understand, don't hesitate to ask questions. Muslims generally appreciate sincere curiosity and respectful dialogue.]]> <![CDATA[What Do Muslims Believe About Jesus?]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39255 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:55:34 +0000 Hassan Al Zahrani]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39255 They believe he was one of the greatest prophets sent by Allah, born miraculously to the Virgin Mary, performed miracles by God's permission, and called people to worship the One God.
However, Muslims do not believe that Jesus is God or the son of God.
They also believe that Allah saved him from crucifixion and that Jesus will return before the end of time.
Jesus is mentioned in the Qur'an many times and is honored by Muslims throughout the world.]]> They believe he was one of the greatest prophets sent by Allah, born miraculously to the Virgin Mary, performed miracles by God's permission, and called people to worship the One God.
However, Muslims do not believe that Jesus is God or the son of God.
They also believe that Allah saved him from crucifixion and that Jesus will return before the end of time.
Jesus is mentioned in the Qur'an many times and is honored by Muslims throughout the world.]]> <![CDATA[Is Arabic Required to Become Muslim?]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39254 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:55:07 +0000 Hassan Al Zahrani]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39254 A person becomes Muslim by sincerely believing in the One God (Allah) and accepting Muhammad ﷺ as His final Messenger.
This does not require speaking Arabic.
Millions of Muslims around the world are not native Arabic speakers.
Learning Arabic can help a person better understand the Qur'an, but it is not a requirement for embracing Islam.]]> A person becomes Muslim by sincerely believing in the One God (Allah) and accepting Muhammad ﷺ as His final Messenger.
This does not require speaking Arabic.
Millions of Muslims around the world are not native Arabic speakers.
Learning Arabic can help a person better understand the Qur'an, but it is not a requirement for embracing Islam.]]> <![CDATA[How Do I Learn About Islam?]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39253 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:54:35 +0000 Hassan Al Zahrani]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39253 Start by reading a reliable translation of the Qur'an and learning about the life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Do not rely only on social media or news headlines, as they often present incomplete or misleading pictures.
If possible, visit a local mosque, speak with knowledgeable Muslims, and ask any questions you may have.
Sincere questions are always welcome.]]> Start by reading a reliable translation of the Qur'an and learning about the life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Do not rely only on social media or news headlines, as they often present incomplete or misleading pictures.
If possible, visit a local mosque, speak with knowledgeable Muslims, and ask any questions you may have.
Sincere questions are always welcome.]]> <![CDATA[Can Muslims Eat with Non-Muslims?]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39252 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:53:49 +0000 Hassan Al Zahrani]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39252 Islam encourages kindness, hospitality, and good relations with others.
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ shared meals with people from different backgrounds, including Jews and others.
Muslims may eat with non-Muslims while observing the dietary rules of Islam, such as avoiding pork and alcohol and ensuring that meat is permissible when required.
Sharing a meal is often one of the best ways to build friendship and mutual understanding.]]> Islam encourages kindness, hospitality, and good relations with others.
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ shared meals with people from different backgrounds, including Jews and others.
Muslims may eat with non-Muslims while observing the dietary rules of Islam, such as avoiding pork and alcohol and ensuring that meat is permissible when required.
Sharing a meal is often one of the best ways to build friendship and mutual understanding.]]> <![CDATA[Why Do Muslim Women Wear Hijab?]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39251 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:53:08 +0000 Hassan Al Zahrani]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39251
For many women, it represents modesty, dignity, faith, and personal identity.

Just as Muslims believe that both men and women are instructed to dress modestly, the hijab is one expression of that principle.

Muslim women wear the hijab for different personal reasons, but for practicing believers, it is ultimately an act of devotion to God rather than a cultural symbol.]]>
For many women, it represents modesty, dignity, faith, and personal identity.

Just as Muslims believe that both men and women are instructed to dress modestly, the hijab is one expression of that principle.

Muslim women wear the hijab for different personal reasons, but for practicing believers, it is ultimately an act of devotion to God rather than a cultural symbol.]]> <![CDATA[Why Do Muslims Pray Five Times a Day?]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39250 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:52:06 +0000 Hassan Al Zahrani]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39250
Muslims pray five times each day because this was commanded by Allah and taught by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

These daily prayers help Muslims remember God throughout the day, strengthen their faith, and develop discipline and gratitude.

Each prayer takes only a few minutes, and Muslims often pray at home, at work, at school, or while traveling whenever possible.

Prayer is not simply a ritual—it is a direct connection between the believer and his Creator.]]>
Muslims pray five times each day because this was commanded by Allah and taught by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

These daily prayers help Muslims remember God throughout the day, strengthen their faith, and develop discipline and gratitude.

Each prayer takes only a few minutes, and Muslims often pray at home, at work, at school, or while traveling whenever possible.

Prayer is not simply a ritual—it is a direct connection between the believer and his Creator.]]> <![CDATA[Are Non-Muslims Welcome in Mosques?]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39249 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:51:11 +0000 Hassan Al Zahrani]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39249
Visitors of all backgrounds are often welcome to visit mosques, observe prayers, ask questions, and learn about Islam.

Many mosques regularly host open days, educational tours, and interfaith visits.

Visitors are usually asked to dress modestly and to respect the peaceful atmosphere of the mosque.

If you plan to visit a mosque, contacting it beforehand is always a good idea.]]>
Visitors of all backgrounds are often welcome to visit mosques, observe prayers, ask questions, and learn about Islam.

Many mosques regularly host open days, educational tours, and interfaith visits.

Visitors are usually asked to dress modestly and to respect the peaceful atmosphere of the mosque.

If you plan to visit a mosque, contacting it beforehand is always a good idea.]]> <![CDATA[Can Muslims Have Christian Friends?]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39248 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:49:52 +0000 Hassan Al Zahrani]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39248 Islam encourages Muslims to treat others with kindness, honesty, and respect. Friendship based on good character, mutual respect, and cooperation is not forbidden.
The Qur'an says:
Quote:"Allah does not forbid you from being kind and just toward those who do not fight you because of your religion." (Qur'an 60:8)
Many Muslims have Christian neighbors, classmates, coworkers, and friends.
While Muslims preserve their own religious beliefs and practices, this does not prevent them from building respectful and meaningful friendships with people of other faiths.]]> Islam encourages Muslims to treat others with kindness, honesty, and respect. Friendship based on good character, mutual respect, and cooperation is not forbidden.
The Qur'an says:
Quote:"Allah does not forbid you from being kind and just toward those who do not fight you because of your religion." (Qur'an 60:8)
Many Muslims have Christian neighbors, classmates, coworkers, and friends.
While Muslims preserve their own religious beliefs and practices, this does not prevent them from building respectful and meaningful friendships with people of other faiths.]]> <![CDATA[Do Muslims Hate Christians?]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39247 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:48:30 +0000 Hassan Al Zahrani]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39247 no.
Islam teaches Muslims to deal with all people with justice, kindness, and good manners. The Qur'an praises those Christians who are sincere, humble, and close to the believers in compassion:
Quote:"You will surely find the nearest of them in affection to the believers those who say, 'We are Christians.'" (Qur'an 5:82)
At the same time, Islam teaches Muslims to remain faithful to their own beliefs while respecting the rights and dignity of people of other faiths.
Throughout history, Muslims and Christians have lived together, traded, studied, and cooperated in many parts of the world.
If you have questions about how Muslims view Christians, feel free to ask them here.]]> no.
Islam teaches Muslims to deal with all people with justice, kindness, and good manners. The Qur'an praises those Christians who are sincere, humble, and close to the believers in compassion:
Quote:"You will surely find the nearest of them in affection to the believers those who say, 'We are Christians.'" (Qur'an 5:82)
At the same time, Islam teaches Muslims to remain faithful to their own beliefs while respecting the rights and dignity of people of other faiths.
Throughout history, Muslims and Christians have lived together, traded, studied, and cooperated in many parts of the world.
If you have questions about how Muslims view Christians, feel free to ask them here.]]> <![CDATA[Preparing For and Remembering Death.]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39246 Sat, 01 Aug 2026 11:33:45 +0000 Abu Hafsat]]> https://bb.islamsms.com/showthread.php?tid=39246  Malik ibn Anas, may Allah be pleased with him, reported from Yahya ibn Sa'eed who quoted it from Sa'eed ibn al-Musayyab, who quoted it in turn from Omar ibn al-Khattab, may Allah be pleased with him, that the Prophet, Sallallahu alaihi Wasallam, said: --
    ''Always remember the terminator of pleasures'', so we asked:
   ''What is the terminator of pleasures, Ya Rasulullah?'' He replied:
   ''It is death''. (Hadith Sahih)
In another Hadith, on the authority of Anas, may Allah be pleased with him, the Prophet, Sallallahu alaihi Wasallam, said: ''Remember death recurrently because so doing wipes out sins and makes you disregard this worldly life.''
So, if one is in distress, remembering death will alleviate his or her pain because it (death) is harder than any other misery. And if he is in a state of happiness and abundance, remembering death protects him/her from rolling in the pleasures of life and counting on it, as he or she knows he will part with it one day.]]>  Malik ibn Anas, may Allah be pleased with him, reported from Yahya ibn Sa'eed who quoted it from Sa'eed ibn al-Musayyab, who quoted it in turn from Omar ibn al-Khattab, may Allah be pleased with him, that the Prophet, Sallallahu alaihi Wasallam, said: --
    ''Always remember the terminator of pleasures'', so we asked:
   ''What is the terminator of pleasures, Ya Rasulullah?'' He replied:
   ''It is death''. (Hadith Sahih)
In another Hadith, on the authority of Anas, may Allah be pleased with him, the Prophet, Sallallahu alaihi Wasallam, said: ''Remember death recurrently because so doing wipes out sins and makes you disregard this worldly life.''
So, if one is in distress, remembering death will alleviate his or her pain because it (death) is harder than any other misery. And if he is in a state of happiness and abundance, remembering death protects him/her from rolling in the pleasures of life and counting on it, as he or she knows he will part with it one day.]]>