Month of Allah

During certain blessed moments and places, we are given a wealth of opportunities to seek the mercy, love and blessings of Allah. These moments, particularly the ‘sacred months’, have been specially selected by Allah as the best times to worship Him and attain His proximity.

Regarding the sacred months, Allah said in the Noble Qur’ān: “Indeed, the [ordained] number of the months according to Allah is twelve [lunar] months, [as was decreed] in the [Preserved Heavenly] Book of Allah on the day He created the heavens and the earth. Four of them are sacred. That is the upright religion so do not wrong yourselves in them.” (9:36)

These four months are Dhul Qaʿdah, Dhul Ḥijjah, Muḥarram and Rajab.

The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: “The year is twelve months of which four are sacred: the three consecutive months of Dhul Qaʿdah, Dhul Ḥijjah, Muḥarram, and Rajab of Muḍar (named after the tribe of Muḍar as they used to respect this month) which occurs between Jumād (al-Ākhirah) and Shaʿbān.” (Bukhārī 4406, Muslim 1679)

The specific mention of these four months does not mean that other months are not sacred, because the month of Ramaḍān is unanimously the most sacred month in the year. But these four months were specifically termed as sacred months because even the Pagans of Makkah observed their sacredness, following in the footsteps of their forefather Ibrāhīm (ʿalayhis-salām). Despite their frequent tribal battles and regular wrangling, they deemed it unlawful to fight in these months. The sacredness of these four months was established right from the day Allah created the universe.

Ibn ʿAbbās (radiy Allāhū ʿanhumā) said, “The phrase ‘so do not wrong yourselves in them’ refers to all the months, then these four were singled out and made sacred – thus sins in these months are more serious, and good deeds bring a greater reward.”

In regards to the phrase “so do not wrong yourselves in them,” Qatādah (raḥimahullāh) said, “Wrongdoing during the sacred months is more serious and incurs a greater burden of sin than in other months. Wrongdoing is a serious matter in any circumstances, but Allah makes whatever He wills of His commands carry more weight.”

He further said, “Allah has selected the elite from His creation: from the angels He selected Messengers; from mankind He selected Messengers; from speech He selected dhikr (His remembrance); from the spaces on earth He selected the Masājid; from the months He selected Ramaḍān and the sacred months…So, venerate that which has been venerated by Allah, for the people of understanding and wisdom venerate that which Allah had venerated.” (Ibn Kathīr (raḥimahullāh))

Dhikr Kaseer

Dhikr Kaseer (ذِكرٌ كَثِيرٌ) is an Arabic phrase that translates to “abundant remembrance” (of Allah). It refers to frequent and consistent acts of remembering and glorifying Allah through various forms of dhikr (remembrance) such as:

• Saying SubhanAllah (Glory be to Allah)

• Alhamdulillah (All praise is due to Allah)

• Allahu Akbar (Allah is the Greatest)

• La ilaha illa Allah (There is no god but Allah)

• Reciting Qur’an

• Sending salawat (blessings) upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ

• Making dua (supplication)

Qur’anic Reference:

The command to engage in dhikr kaseer comes from the Qur'an:

"O you who have believed, remember Allah with much remembrance (dhikran katheera)."
— Surah Al-Ahzab (33:41)

Purpose and Importance:

• Purifies the heart

• Strengthens the connection with Allah

• Protects against evil and anxiety

• Brings peace and tranquility

• Multiplies rewards (as mentioned in many hadiths)

In Daily Practice:

Dhikr kaseer isn’t limited to set prayer times — it means making Allah part of your everyday thoughts and speech, whether you're walking, working, or resting. It's a key part of developing taqwa (God-consciousness) and a strong spiritual life.

Why no support for Iran

 "As much as I want to see Israel gone and justice for the people of Palestine, My heart just wont..I cannot bring myself to support Iran, a regime that openly curses the noble Sahabah (may Allah be pleased with them), the very companions who stood by the Prophet ﷺ, fought for this deen, and carried it to the corners of the earth. My heart cries for every child in Gaza, for every mother who buries her son, for every home turned to rubble. But my love for the oppressed cannot blind me to the sanctity of my faith.

How can I support a government that dishonors those whom the Prophet ﷺ loved? That speaks hatred against Aisha,  Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman, and others who gave everything for this ummah? My stand for justice cannot be selective. My allegiance is to the truth, not politics, not sects, not power.

May Allah destroy the oppressors, every tyrant, every hypocrite, every enemy of truth, whether in Israel, Iran, or anywhere else. And to our beloved Palestine: your blood is not forgotten, your pain is not in vain. The promise of Allah is real. Victory will come, and it will come with honor, not at the cost of our deen.

‘And never think that Allah is unaware of what the wrongdoers do. He only delays them for a Day when eyes will stare in horror.’ (Qur’an 14:42)

‘Indeed, the help of Allah is near.’ (Qur’an 2:214)"

The Iranian Jew

There is a Jewish community in Iran, one of the oldest in the world. Jews have lived in Persia (modern-day Iran) for over 2,700 years, dating back to the time of the Babylonian exile.

Today, Iran still has the largest Jewish population in the Middle East outside of Israel.

Iranian Jews are recognized as a religious minority under Iran’s constitution and have a seat in the Iranian parliament.

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The Prophet ﷺ said:

"Dajjal will emerge from among the Jews of Isfahan, and with him will be seventy thousand Jews wearing Persian shawls."

Sahih Muslim 2944

(Isfahan is a major city in central Iran.)

> "اللهم إني أعوذ بك من فتنة المسيح الدجال"

("O Allah, I seek refuge with You from the trial of the false messiah.") 🤲☝️

The Fortunate Companion

 😍 The Fortunate Companion Who Saw the Beloved Prophet ﷺ Every Night in a Dream:

Hazrat Anas bin Malik (may Allah be pleased with him) said:

“Hardly a night has passed in my life in which I did not see my beloved friend, the Messenger of Allah ﷺ, in my dream.”

As he narrated this, tears flowed from his eyes. [1]

In another narration, Hazrat Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) said:

“Every night I see my beloved Prophet ﷺ in my dream.”

After saying this, he began to weep. [2]

[1: Musnad Ahmad 3/216 — Chain is authentic]

[2: Al-Tabaqat al-Kubra by Ibn Sa’d, p. 267 — Chain is authentic]

How incredibly fortunate were these people who not only had the honour of seeing the Prophet ﷺ during his blessed life, but continued to behold him even after his passing.

Istanbul Turkie

 Istanbul, Turkey 🇹🇷...

Did you know that Istanbul, located in Turkey, is one of the most important cities in the world due to its history, culture and geographical location. It is the only city that straddles two continents, Europe and Asia, divided by the Bosphorus Strait. Founded as Byzantium and later known as Constantinople, it was the capital of three great empires: the Roman, the Byzantine and the Ottoman.

Istanbul is famous for its impressive architecture, such as the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Topkapi Palace, former residences of the Ottoman Sultans. The city is also known for its vibrant culture and diversity, reflected in its cuisine, bazaars and historical monuments.

Today, Istanbul is the economic and cultural center of Turkey, combining the ancient and the modern. Its streets are filled with bustling markets, such as the Grand Bazaar, along with cosmopolitan neighborhoods and modern skyscrapers. It is a popular tourist destination for its unique mix of cultures, history and modernity.

Istanbul's Old City reflects the cultural influences of the different empires that ruled the region.