Archive for the ‘Du`a’ (Supplication)’ category
The Prayer of Shaytan
Lecture by Suhaib Webb | Transcribed by Fuseina Mohammad Surat al-Fatiha Series Part I | Part II | Part III | Part IV | Part V | Part VI | Part VII | Part VIII | Part VIX | Part X | Part XI | Part XII | Part XIII | Part XIV| Part XV | Part XVI | Part XVII | Part XVIII | Part XIX | Part XX We praise Allah subhanahu wa ta`ala (exalted is He) and we ask that the peace and blessings of Allah be upon the Prophet [...]
Introduction to the Status of Dhikr
Excerpts from Madarij as-Salikeen by Ibn al-Qayyim Abridged by Ahmed Mustafa Qasim at-Tahtawi | Translated by Huda Shaka Every limb of the human body has the capacity to engage in a brief act of worship. The remembrance of God (dhikr) is the worship of the heart and tongue, except it is not as transient. They [the [...]
Peaceful Nights
Allah, the Exalted, says: “Indeed, in the creation of the heavens and the earth and the alternation of the night and day are signs for those of understanding–who remember Allah while standing, sitting and [lying] on their sides” (Qur’an, 3:190-191). The moments right before you fall sleep are beautifully serene. Everything is still and quiet [...]
In The Shade Of The Throne
by Raiiq Ridwan Glimpses into the World of the Unseen: I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII | VIII Imam Muslim narrates a terrifying hadith from Al-Miqadad ibn Al-Aswad, may Allah be pleased with him, who said that he heard the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ (peace be upon him) say, “The Sun will get closer to [...]
A Gift for the 27th Night: Ramadan Du`a’ with English Translation
By Shaykh Muhammad Jebril | Translated by Shazia Ahmad Many of us spend a good portion of our Ramadan nights with our hands raised in du`a’ (supplication), listening to the heart-felt words of our imam or shaykh calling on Allah in the witr prayer. For those of us who don’t speak Arabic, it is a [...]
Effectively Planning Your Du`a’
By Abu Yusuf Ismail If I told you that I could give you whatever you wished and allowed you to have one week’s time to decide what you wanted, would you plan for it? I believe you would. We plan for the things that are important in life, for the things we want most. From [...]
Tawakkul: Reliance upon Allah
How to Achieve Tranquility in the Heart Series: Part I | Part II | Part III | Part IV | Part V | Part VI | Part VII | Part VIII | Part IX | Part X | Part XI | Part XII | Part XIII | Part XIV | Part XV | Part XVI | Part XVII | Part XVIII | Part XIX | Part XX Developing Our [...]
The Etiquette of Du`a’
Lecture by Suhaib Webb | Transcribed by Fuseina Mohamad Surat al-Fatiha Series Part I | Part II | Part III | Part IV | Part V | Part VI | Part VII | Part VIII | Part VIX| Part X | Part XI | Part XII | Part XIII | Part XIV | Part XV | Part XVI | Part XVII | Part XVIII | Part XIX | Part XX All of the swearing is to mention [...]
Achieving Balance
Lecture by Suhaib Webb | Transcribed by Fuseina Mohamad Surat al-Fatiha Series Part I | Part II | Part III | Part IV | Part V | Part VI | Part VII | Part VIII | Part VIX| Part X | Part XI | Part XII | Part XIII | Part XIV | Part XV | Part XVI | Part XVII | Part XVIII | Part XIX | Part XX In Surat al-Baqarah (Chapter of the Cow), Allah subhanahu [...]
Pain, Loss, and the Path to God
I still remember the desperation. In the deep disappointment which often follows self-reflection, I turned to my Creator to plead. I turned to plead – but not for what can be measured, bought, sold, or traded. It was desperation for a truer currency. With my flaws suddenly made open to me, I became desperate to [...]
Allah’s Beautiful Name: As-Sitteer
In order to develop a close relationship with someone, one has to know him or her very well. Many of us feel distant from Allah (swt) at times, and fail to see, in every situation, the manifestations of His Names and Attributes. Sheikh Muhammad Ratib an-Nabulsi, a Syrian scholar, has done extensive research on Allah’s [...]
Guidance Through al-Fatiha
by Jinan Bastaki The Salah Series Part I | Part II | Part III | Part IV | Part V | Part VI | Part VII | Part VIII | Part IX | Part X | Part XI | Part XII | Part XIII | Part XIV | Part XV | Part XVI | Part [...]
Why Aren’t My Prayers Being Answered?
Question: Why aren’t my prayers being answered? Answer: May Allah reward you for asking such an honest question, and may He guide us towards the truth. Ameen. I think what happens in this type of situation is that we mix up our means and our ends. When we make du`a’ for a good husband, for [...]
Mother of the Scripture
A Lecture by Suhaib Webb | Transcribed by Fuseina Mohamad Part I | Part II | Part III | Part IV | Part V | Part VI | Part VII | Part VIII | Part VIX | Part X | Part XI | Part XII | Part XIII | Part XIV | Part XV | Part XVI | Part XVII | Part XVIII | Part XIX | Part XX As we finish now, we’re going [...]
Du`a’ and Despair
Question: I have a few questions concerning du`a’ (supplication). What are the best times to make du`a’? I’ve been making du`a’ in the last hour of the night, and I’m encouraged to keep making it until Allah grants me my wish or gives me whatever He thinks is best for me. However, as humans we [...]
Supplicating in Another Language while Praying
Question: I recently converted and, while I’ve learned to say my prayers in Arabic, I cannot make general supplications (du`a’) in Arabic when I prostrate. Is it Islamically acceptable to say those supplications in English? Answer: I would like to welcome you to Islam, and I pray that Allah will bless you and guide you [...]
Murphy’s Boy
A scene from Murphy’s Boy, a non-fiction book by Torey Hayden, has been engraved into my mind forever. I read the book 6 years ago and yet, the image remains vivid, the message clear. Kevin, a young boy disturbed by his traumatic past, sits huddled in the corner of a room under a desk. In [...]
Don’t be Sad. Just Raise your Hands and Supplicate
The Arabic word ‘ya’ is used to call to someone. As an example, if you were in a room and your friend whose name is ‘Azam’ was in the next room, how would you call him? You would say, “Ya Azam!” However, if Azam was on the other side of a football field and you [...]
Could you Comment on the Recent Discussion Surrounding Istighatha?
The Question Could you Comment on the Recent Discussion Surrounding Istighatha? The Answer In the name of Allah the Most Gracious the Merciful, Prayers and Peace be upon the Prophet, his family, companions and those who follow him until the end of time. Istighātha in Arabic means to seek help and aide; and when used [...]
What is the Ruling on Seeking Divine Aid from Other than Allah, even if it were a Prophet?
Answered by Sh. Muhammad al-Hasan Walid al-Didō al-Shanqītī | Translated by Suhaib Webb The Question: What is the ruling on seeking divine aid from other than Allah, even if it were a Prophet? (peace be upon them) The Answer: Allah says in the Qur’an, “That is Allah, your Lord; to Him belongs sovereignty. And those whom [...]
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