http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/feed/? Latest topics Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:17:09 GMT 10 http://i75.servimg.com/u/f75/13/35/13/71/hijab10.jpg http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/feed/? http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-foundations-f58/take-your-creed-from-the-book-qur-aan-and-the-authenticated-sunnah-t622.htm Ithar By Shaykh Muhammad Ibn Jameel Zaynoo Fundamentals of the Islamic Creed. This article is set up in a question and answer format for clear explanations. The Muslims will be helped when they return to the implementation of the Book of their Lord, and the Sunnah of their Prophet (sallallaahu ’alayhi wa sallam), and when they take to the propagation of Tawheed, and when they warn against shirk in opposition to its manifestations, and when they defend against their enemies with whatever is ... The Foundations Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:17:09 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-foundations-f58/take-your-creed-from-the-book-qur-aan-and-the-authenticated-sunnah-t622.htm#664 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-foundations-f58/take-your-creed-from-the-book-qur-aan-and-the-authenticated-sunnah-t622.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/children-f20/do-not-let-him-walk-with-you-while-he-is-crying-t621.htm Ithar What would you do if your child irritates you while shopping and insists on having whatever he sees in the toy store? Once, at a store, my child stood in front of more than one toy. He pounded his feet on the floor so that I would buy it for him, but I refused. He insisted more, so I rebuked him and I took his hand and pulled him along to finish our shopping. He walked with me while he was crying. On our way home, I met a close friend of mine, and her daughter had a toy in her hand. As ... Children Tue, 04 Aug 2009 10:13:26 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/children-f20/do-not-let-him-walk-with-you-while-he-is-crying-t621.htm#663 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/children-f20/do-not-let-him-walk-with-you-while-he-is-crying-t621.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/the-wisdom-of-breastfeeding-for-two-years-a-scientific-perspective-t620.htm Ithar Allah The Almighty Says (what means): {Mothers may breastfeed their children two complete years for whoever wishes to complete the nursing [period]. Upon the father is the mothers' provision and their clothing according to what is acceptable. No person is charged with more than his capacity. No mother should be harmed through her child, and no father through his child. And upon the [father's] heir is [a duty] like that [of the father]. And if they both desire weaning through mutual consent ... Family and Society Tue, 04 Aug 2009 10:03:41 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/the-wisdom-of-breastfeeding-for-two-years-a-scientific-perspective-t620.htm#662 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/the-wisdom-of-breastfeeding-for-two-years-a-scientific-perspective-t620.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/marriage-and-engagement-f13/observe-etiquettes-with-your-spouse-t619.htm Ithar Without a set of rules and orders to be applied and respected, life would be chaotic and uncivilized. A home that is based on desires will be destroyed by them. A home that is built on water will sink into it. A house that is constructed in the path of the flood will be destroyed by that flood. A family that is founded on piety and obedience to Allah The Almighty cannot be uprooted, even by the strongest of winds. “Build your house on rock” is the advice of many grandfathers to their grandsons. ... Marriage and Engagement Tue, 04 Aug 2009 09:41:41 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/marriage-and-engagement-f13/observe-etiquettes-with-your-spouse-t619.htm#661 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/marriage-and-engagement-f13/observe-etiquettes-with-your-spouse-t619.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/marriage-and-engagement-f13/ten-tips-to-increase-love-between-the-spouses-t618.htm Ithar Everyone wants to increase the amount of capital in the bank and searches for the means to increase his wealth. Similarly, everyone wishes to increase the affection and love he shares with his wife, so he should search for suitable means to increase the amount of love and faithfulness between them. We will mention some of them: 1- Exchanging gifts, even if they are symbolic. Putting a rose on her pillow before sleeping has a wonderful effect. A tiny colored card with beautiful words written ... Marriage and Engagement Tue, 04 Aug 2009 09:24:03 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/marriage-and-engagement-f13/ten-tips-to-increase-love-between-the-spouses-t618.htm#660 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/marriage-and-engagement-f13/ten-tips-to-increase-love-between-the-spouses-t618.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/advice-for-muslim-mothers-on-raising-children-t617.htm Ithar Dear Muslim sister, As salamu ‘Alaikum wa Rahmatullaahi wa Barakatuh Raising children is a weighty responsibility and a sublime art that is not perfected by all parents despite its importance and necessity. It seriously affects the children's direction and the formation of their personality. Consequently, it affects their future and their role in the family and society. Based on the Prophetic Hadeeth that speaks about sincerely advising others, I offer you the following advice, dear sister. Favoritism ... Family and Society Tue, 04 Aug 2009 09:18:56 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/advice-for-muslim-mothers-on-raising-children-t617.htm#659 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/advice-for-muslim-mothers-on-raising-children-t617.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/nutrition-tips-for-pregnant-women-t616.htm Ithar Most of us consider pregnancy a very ordinary period of life. However, nutrition specialists have not ceased studying it till now in an attempt to draw nutritional plans for pregnant women during this critical time of their life. The purpose of these plans is to ensure good health for both the mother and the healthy development of the fetus. Therefore, they consider the nine months of pregnancy a period of emergency that requires alertness, serious monitoring and the provision of every possible ... Family and Society Tue, 04 Aug 2009 09:14:12 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/nutrition-tips-for-pregnant-women-t616.htm#658 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/nutrition-tips-for-pregnant-women-t616.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/breastfeeding-is-beneficial-for-mothers-too-t615.htm Ithar Researchers at the scientific research center of the Douglas Hospital of Canada, which is linked to McGill University, conducted a study on the responses of 25 breastfeeding mothers and another 25 bottle-feeding mothers, who have one or more children. The mothers were exposed to different stressful situations either emotional, such as watching saddening scenes or others, such as attending seminars and lectures. The levels of cortisol, the stress hormone, were measured in saliva samples that ... Family and Society Tue, 04 Aug 2009 09:10:27 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/breastfeeding-is-beneficial-for-mothers-too-t615.htm#657 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/breastfeeding-is-beneficial-for-mothers-too-t615.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/advice-to-pregnant-and-breastfeeding-mothers-t614.htm Ithar Allah has mandated fasting for every post-pubescent person who is physically fit to fast and has promised an abundant reward in return. He has, however, relieved those with sound excuses and exempted them from fasting, permitting them to break their fast until the reason for which they have been exempted is gone. However, He obliged them to make up for these missed days; Allah Says (what means): {The month of Ramadhaan [is that] in which was revealed the Quran, a guidance for the people and ... Family and Society Tue, 04 Aug 2009 09:04:04 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/advice-to-pregnant-and-breastfeeding-mothers-t614.htm#656 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/advice-to-pregnant-and-breastfeeding-mothers-t614.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/breastfeeding-is-necessary-for-both-mother-and-child-t613.htm Ithar Allah the Almighty has bestowed countless blessings on Man. One such great and indispensable blessing is the mother’s milk. It is a great blessing, especially for newborn babies. Undoubtedly, breastfeeding is the best and most beneficial and effective method of nutrition. Additionally, it satisfies both the baby’s psychological and emotional needs, as well as his physical needs. Unequivocally, breast milk is the indispensable and ideal food for newborns in all cases. A baby does not need ... Family and Society Tue, 04 Aug 2009 08:57:38 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/breastfeeding-is-necessary-for-both-mother-and-child-t613.htm#655 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/breastfeeding-is-necessary-for-both-mother-and-child-t613.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/breastfeeding-prevents-diseases-and-increases-love-t612.htm Ithar Exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of the baby’s life is the traditional and ideal way to feed the baby. Breast milk is far superior in terms of nutrients concerning its unique composition that provides the baby with the components that are vital for life, nourishment and development, such as proteins, fats, vitamins, salts and minerals. It contains all these elements at the best level and composition for the baby’s body to fully benefit from throughout his stages of development. ... Family and Society Tue, 04 Aug 2009 08:45:15 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/breastfeeding-prevents-diseases-and-increases-love-t612.htm#654 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/breastfeeding-prevents-diseases-and-increases-love-t612.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/dangerous-practices-f18/valentine-day-birthdays-and-other-daze-t611.htm Ithar There is a group of practices that we can consider as the twin sister of Bid'ah (producing something, theoretical or practical, in matters of religion which is not part of it). Like Bid'ah, they flourish on the twin foundations of ignorance and outside influence. Like Bid'ah, they entail rituals. But unlike Bid'ah, the rituals have not been given an Islamic face. They are followed because they are considered an acceptable cultural practice or the hottest imported "in" thing. Most ... Dangerous Practices Tue, 04 Aug 2009 08:29:18 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/dangerous-practices-f18/valentine-day-birthdays-and-other-daze-t611.htm#653 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/dangerous-practices-f18/valentine-day-birthdays-and-other-daze-t611.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/etiquettes-of-differing-in-islam-t609.htm Ithar Islam has imposed high standards for how the Muslim who follows the methodology of the Prophetic Sunnah (tradition) should deal with his brother who has differed with him on an issue of 'Ijtihaad' (exercise of independent judgment in matters that have no specific mention in the Qur'an or Sunnah). How outstanding is the statement of the Messenger of Allah sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allah exalt his mention ) : "Indeed I have been sent to perfect noble manners." [Reported by ... knowledge Sat, 06 Jun 2009 17:51:23 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/etiquettes-of-differing-in-islam-t609.htm#650 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/etiquettes-of-differing-in-islam-t609.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-da-wah-of-the-prophets-t608.htm Ithar Calling to Allah is the way of the Messenger Muhammad sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allah exalt his mention ) and his followers, as Allah, the Most High, Says (what means): "Say [O Muhammad]: 'This is my way; I invite to Allah with insight, I and those who follow me. And exalted is Allah; and I am not of those who associate others with him.'" [Qur'an: 12:108] Calling to Allah was the mission of all the Messengers and their followers, in order to bring the people out of darkness ... knowledge Sat, 06 Jun 2009 17:38:31 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-da-wah-of-the-prophets-t608.htm#649 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-da-wah-of-the-prophets-t608.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/advise-with-sincerity-and-kindness-t607.htm Ithar The one who invites others to Allah is from the closest people to Allah our Lord. In addition, Muslims collectively agree on the importance of propagating Islam and inviting people to Allah, and many talk about it being mandatory upon Muslims, and we agree with them, that it is an obligation, to enjoy that which is good and forbid that which is evil and to spread chastity and fight immorality and educate people and remind them and advise them. Therefore, there is no doubt that one who invites ... knowledge Sat, 06 Jun 2009 17:24:02 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/advise-with-sincerity-and-kindness-t607.htm#648 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/advise-with-sincerity-and-kindness-t607.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/dangerous-practices-f18/ruling-on-celebrating-christmas-t606.htm Ithar Ibn Taymiyyah may Allaah have mercy upon him said in his commentary on the verse (which means): "And [they are] those who do not testify to falsehood…" [Quran 25:72]: As regards the festivals of the polytheists, they combine confusion, physical desires and falsehood. There is nothing in them that is of any religious benefit, and the instant gratification involved in them only ends up in pain. Thus they are falsehood, and witnessing them means attending them. This verse itself praises ... Dangerous Practices Sat, 18 Apr 2009 03:33:31 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/dangerous-practices-f18/ruling-on-celebrating-christmas-t606.htm#647 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/dangerous-practices-f18/ruling-on-celebrating-christmas-t606.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/dangerous-practices-f18/a-muslim-perspective-on-christmas-t605.htm Ithar To a Muslim living in the West, the Christmas Holiday period is one of the most stressful times because of the differences in our attitudes towards holidays and celebrations of the status quo. Even in Islamic countries, there can be misunderstandings on these issues with our Christian colleagues. The following essay is my personal attempt at bridging this gap to promote an understanding of the Islamic perspective regarding this topic. The word Christmas comes from the Old English term Cristes ... Dangerous Practices Sat, 18 Apr 2009 03:27:22 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/dangerous-practices-f18/a-muslim-perspective-on-christmas-t605.htm#645 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/dangerous-practices-f18/a-muslim-perspective-on-christmas-t605.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/dangerous-practices-f18/how-to-explain-the-christmas-lights-to-your-kids-t604.htm Ithar It is very important that we prepare ourselves for this imminent occasion. As always, at the end of each year, day in and day out – and all through the night, we are constantly pummeled with the lights, decorations and music of the season at every turn. You won’t be able to take a trip to the grocery, the library, or even your front yard without noticing it. But this year we too were, just days before, celebrating our Islamic ‘Eed Al-Adh-Ha, not in the same manner of course, but it was ... Dangerous Practices Sat, 18 Apr 2009 02:29:36 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/dangerous-practices-f18/how-to-explain-the-christmas-lights-to-your-kids-t604.htm#644 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/dangerous-practices-f18/how-to-explain-the-christmas-lights-to-your-kids-t604.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/stinginess-t603.htm Ithar Many people are afflicted with the habit of consuming this poison, which wastes their money, ruins their health and weakens their bodies. There is another, more evil, consequence that smoking has, which is materialised in those who smoke having an evil end. A smoker was on his deathbed, and his brother came to him and urged him to utter the two testimonies of faith before dyeing, but the smoker said: “My dear brother! I feel like someone is holding my tongue whenever I try to utter them, ... knowledge Fri, 17 Apr 2009 18:49:26 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/stinginess-t603.htm#643 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/stinginess-t603.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-obligation-of-differing-from-the-non-muslims-t602.htm Ithar Allah, the Most High, has granted the Muslims a comprehensive set of rules (Sharee’ah) that cover all religious and worldly matters. He made happiness both in this world and in the Hereafter contingent on working according it and adhering to its guidance. Allah The Most High Says (what means): “Whoever follows My guidance will neither go astray [in the world] nor suffer [in the Hereafter].” [Quran 20: 123] Allah also Says (what means): “Whoever follows My guidance – there will be no ... knowledge Fri, 17 Apr 2009 18:42:28 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-obligation-of-differing-from-the-non-muslims-t602.htm#642 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-obligation-of-differing-from-the-non-muslims-t602.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/news-site-f3/news-from-the-forum-t601.htm Ithar Bismil_lahir Rahmanir Rahim As Salamu Alaikum wa Rahmatul_lahi wa Barakatuh This are the new articles added to the forum. Allah (swt): The danger of changing the meaning of Allah's Names and Attributes, Allah's Knowledge is infinite, Proofs of the existence of Allah, The creation is in need for Allah. Angels: Physical characteristics of Angels-I-II, The Angels and human beings -I-II, Attributes and abilities of Angels, Belief in the Angels. Revealed Books: Belief ... News Site Sat, 04 Apr 2009 11:13:51 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/news-site-f3/news-from-the-forum-t601.htm#641 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/news-site-f3/news-from-the-forum-t601.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/descriptions-of-paradise-in-islam-t600.htm Ithar The Creation of Paradise Abu Hurairah (radiAllahu anhu) narrated that the Messenger of Allah (salAllahu alayhi wasalam) said: "When Allah created Paradise and Hellfire, He sent Gabriel to Paradise, saying, ‘look at it and at what I have prepared therein for its inhabitants.’ So Gabriel went to it and looked at it and at what Allah had prepared therein for its inhabitants. Then Gabriel returned it Allah and said, ‘By Your glory, no one hears of it without entering it.’ So Allah ... The Last Day Mon, 30 Mar 2009 06:28:56 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/descriptions-of-paradise-in-islam-t600.htm#638 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/descriptions-of-paradise-in-islam-t600.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/the-hellfire-described-t599.htm Ithar Allah has warned us in His Book about the Hellfire and has informed us about the different types of punishments it will have, to the extent that one's heart splits due to fear. Allah has informed us about its torment due to His mercy, so that we would therefore fear and avoid it. Listen to the verses in the Book of Allah that address the description of the Hellfire, perhaps it will be a reminder for you; perhaps they will cause you to repent before it is too late - before punishment strikes suddenly ... The Last Day Mon, 30 Mar 2009 05:51:59 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/the-hellfire-described-t599.htm#637 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/the-hellfire-described-t599.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/the-ranks-of-people-in-the-hereafter-t598.htm Ithar There is no doubt that on the Day of Judgment, people will vary in rank according to their status; they shall be classified according to their deeds and standing. The first six ranks in the Hereafter are: 1. The messengers with strong Will and Determination (i.e., the Ulil-‘Azm) As for the first and foremost rank, it belongs to the five Messengers of Allah with strong Will and Determination from amongst the Messengers of Allah, may Allah exalt their mention, for they are the ... The Last Day Mon, 30 Mar 2009 05:16:37 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/the-ranks-of-people-in-the-hereafter-t598.htm#635 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/the-ranks-of-people-in-the-hereafter-t598.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/the-signs-of-the-hour-t597.htm Ithar The Noble Qur'an and Prophetic narrations contain many references to the Hour (Day of Judgment) and both the major and minor signs which foretell its coming. Herein is a brief summary of the signs of the Day of Judgment. There are many books, articles, cassettes, etc., which discuss these in greater detail. These Signs are roughly listed in a chronological order, although this order is not necessarily precise, especially for those to happen in the future. May Almighty Allah enable us to ... The Last Day Mon, 30 Mar 2009 04:48:28 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/the-signs-of-the-hour-t597.htm#634 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/the-signs-of-the-hour-t597.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/how-to-convert-to-islam-f29/how-to-become-a-muslim-t596.htm Ithar Powered by Crafty Syntax All praises be to Allah, the Lord of the Universe. May the peace and blessings of Allah be upon Muhammad, His last Messenger Dear reader on behalf of all the members of I Love Niqab, I welcome you to Islam. It always brings Muslims great joy when we hear of anyone wishing to convert to Islam. Muslims want to rush to tell their friends and family about this wonderful news. Muslims always love to hear how others converted to Islam. So for sure you will be greatly ... How to convert to Islam Sun, 29 Mar 2009 13:47:00 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/how-to-convert-to-islam-f29/how-to-become-a-muslim-t596.htm#629 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/how-to-convert-to-islam-f29/how-to-become-a-muslim-t596.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/testimonies-f77/when-i-covered-my-head-i-opened-my-mind-t595.htm Ithar In the Name of Allah, most Compassionate, most Merciful By Sharrifa Carlo As a non-Muslim living in Western society, the idea of modesty was not exactly foremost in my mind. Like all other women of my generation and mind-set, I thought such ideas were antiquated and excessive. I felt pity for the poor Muslim woman who had to "wear all that junk," or "walk around in bed - sheets" as I used to call it I was a modern woman, educated and liberated. Little did I ... Testimonies Sun, 29 Mar 2009 13:33:35 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/testimonies-f77/when-i-covered-my-head-i-opened-my-mind-t595.htm#628 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/testimonies-f77/when-i-covered-my-head-i-opened-my-mind-t595.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/testimonies-f77/for-me-niqab-is-freedom-why-i-cover-my-face-t594.htm Ithar A MUSLIM WOMAN'S STORY by Aliyah bint Les Yaqub Tuesday October 24, 2006/Shawwal 2, 1427 Bismillahir Rahmanhir Raheem-in the name of Allah, the Most Beneficent, the Merciful. muslim woman wearing a black full niqab and an abayah. The correct muslim dress Lately, there has been much controversy about "the veil" in the media. Certain people (e.g. politicians such as Jack Straw) have been making statements that, should he have directed them towards any other group ... Testimonies Sun, 29 Mar 2009 13:28:43 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/testimonies-f77/for-me-niqab-is-freedom-why-i-cover-my-face-t594.htm#625 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/testimonies-f77/for-me-niqab-is-freedom-why-i-cover-my-face-t594.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/testimonies-f77/converts-in-kuwait-from-skirts-to-abayas-t593.htm Ithar by Sarah McBride, Kuwait Times. Published January 3rd, 1996 KUWAIT: Like all devout Muslim women here, the figure in the veil and black cloak gave off an air of mystery and other worldliness. As she disappeared inside a building, it was easy to imagine her background: Raised in her faith, shrouded in an abaya since the first sign of puberty. Actually, the woman rushing so purposefully inside the high walls of the, Women's Committee of the Revival of Islamic Heritage Society (RIHS) was an American ... Testimonies Sun, 29 Mar 2009 13:25:37 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/testimonies-f77/converts-in-kuwait-from-skirts-to-abayas-t593.htm#624 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/testimonies-f77/converts-in-kuwait-from-skirts-to-abayas-t593.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/testimonies-f77/my-niqab-story-t592.htm Ithar By 17 year old Tara Blackthorn As salamu 'alaikum This is my niqab story. I had accepted Islam during the beginning of my 11th grade school year. Before taking shahadah I had adopted wearing a jilbab and hijab. One of my Muslim friends enlightened me on the evidence of niqab. She had said that their were two scholarly views based on its daleel, however the practice of niqab was the safer choice, so I decided that the day after school lets out that year, I will InshaAllah start ... Testimonies Sun, 29 Mar 2009 13:24:14 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/testimonies-f77/my-niqab-story-t592.htm#623 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/testimonies-f77/my-niqab-story-t592.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/testimonies-f77/benefits-of-niqab-story-t591.htm Ithar By Oum Hajar (a revert To islam) As salamu 'alaykum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh Dear Brothers and Sisters in Islam, I am a Muslimah who reverted to Islam after I got married to an Egyptian Muslim. Alhamdullilah…Qadr…I am a foreigner living in Cairo, Egypt. I have been wearing the niqab for 3 years now, I have decided to wear it when I was pregnant with my daughter Hagar, despite my husband's relatives telling me not to do so as I may stumble ... Testimonies Sun, 29 Mar 2009 13:18:56 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/testimonies-f77/benefits-of-niqab-story-t591.htm#622 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/testimonies-f77/benefits-of-niqab-story-t591.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/forum-rules-f22/important-to-read-before-your-registration-t590.htm Ithar 1. This message board is for the discussion and dissemination of Islam, as it was preached and practised by the Prophet (sallallaahu alaihi wasallam) and his Companions (radiallaahu anhum). 2. No abuse, swearing, foul language will be tolerated. Anyone guilty of this will be deleted immediately and banned from the board. 3. No spamming or flooding. These include posting topics or posts that don’t relate to the forum topic, posting the same message over and over, or posting the ... Forum Rules Wed, 25 Mar 2009 03:21:47 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/forum-rules-f22/important-to-read-before-your-registration-t590.htm#621 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/forum-rules-f22/important-to-read-before-your-registration-t590.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/the-grave-the-first-station-of-the-hereafter-t589.htm Ithar When the son of Aadam dies and his soul departs and he is placed in his grave, then he is in the first stage of the Hereafter, because the grave is the first of the stages of the Hereafter. It was narrated that Haani’, the freed slave of ‘Uthmaan Ibn ‘Affaan may Allaah be pleased with them said: "When ‘Uthmaan Ibn ‘Affaan stood by a grave he would weep until his beard became wet. It was said to him, “You remember Paradise and Hell and you do not weep, but you weep because ... The Last Day Mon, 23 Mar 2009 11:37:34 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/the-grave-the-first-station-of-the-hereafter-t589.htm#620 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/the-grave-the-first-station-of-the-hereafter-t589.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/scenes-from-the-hereafter-t588.htm Ithar The Exposure Mankind, from Aadam may Allaah exalt his mention to the last man to be created, will be exposed before their Lord-Allaah Almighty- for judgment, as He, The Most Exalted, Says (what means): “And they shall be presented before their Lord in rows.” [Quran 18: 48] The Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) said, “Mankind will be exposed three exposures on the Day of Resurrection. The [first] two exposures shall be disputation and excuses, but ... The Last Day Mon, 23 Mar 2009 11:35:18 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/scenes-from-the-hereafter-t588.htm#619 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/scenes-from-the-hereafter-t588.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/belief-in-the-hereafter-t587.htm Ithar Belief in the Hereafter is one of the six pillars of Islamic belief required of a Muslim in order to complete his faith. The Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allah exalt his mention ) informed us about events of the Ghayb (those beyond human perception) which will occur after death. This fundamental belief is only completed when one has firm faith in his heart in all those matters about which the Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allah exalt his mention ) informed us. Ahlus-Sunnah ... The Last Day Mon, 23 Mar 2009 11:21:24 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/belief-in-the-hereafter-t587.htm#618 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/the-last-day-f42/belief-in-the-hereafter-t587.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/eating-and-drinking-f49/consumption-of-intoxicants-drugs-an-islamic-perspective-t586.htm Ithar The young Muslims of today are facing an ever-increasing number of dilemmas. One of these is drugs. What does Islam have to say about it? How should Muslims regard drugs? To know this, we must see what the Quran and the Sunnah (prophetic tradition) say regarding intoxicants and narcotics. Allaah Almighty states in the Noble Quran what means: "O You who believe! Indeed, intoxicants, gambling, [sacrificing on] stone alters [to other than Allaah], and divining arrows are but defilement from ... Eating And Drinking Fri, 13 Mar 2009 21:50:38 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/eating-and-drinking-f49/consumption-of-intoxicants-drugs-an-islamic-perspective-t586.htm#617 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/eating-and-drinking-f49/consumption-of-intoxicants-drugs-an-islamic-perspective-t586.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/eating-and-drinking-f49/the-dangers-of-smoking-t584.htm Ithar People should make use of what Almighty Allaah has made lawful for them and beware of what He has prohibited. He left nothing which is good without making it lawful out of His grace, and nothing which is evil except that he prohibited it out of His mercy. So, just as He conferred upon you the bounty of making the good lawful, He also conferred upon you the bounty of making the evil prohibited. People should therefore offer praise to Him for both cases by willingly taking the lawful things and ... Eating And Drinking Fri, 13 Mar 2009 21:46:25 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/eating-and-drinking-f49/the-dangers-of-smoking-t584.htm#615 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/eating-and-drinking-f49/the-dangers-of-smoking-t584.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/purification-f4/actions-that-require-ghusl-ii-t583.htm Ithar The word Ghusl in Arabic means to wash the entire body with water. Allaah Says in the Quran (what means): "And they ask you [O Muhammad] about menstruation. Say: 'It is harm, so keep away from women during menstruation. And do not approach them until they are pure...'" [Quran 2: 222] Herein, we continue stating other actions that require Ghusl if one is in a state of major impurity: · Circumambulating the Ka'bah (The Sacred House in Makkah) Ibn 'Abbaas may Allaah be pleased ... Purification Fri, 13 Mar 2009 21:40:29 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/purification-f4/actions-that-require-ghusl-ii-t583.htm#614 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/purification-f4/actions-that-require-ghusl-ii-t583.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/purification-f4/actions-that-require-ghusl-i-t582.htm Ithar The word Ghusl in Arabic means to wash the entire body with water. Allaah Says in the Quran (what means): "…And if you are sexually impure, purify yourselves…" [Quran: 5:6] and: "And they ask you [O Muhammad] about menstruation. Say: 'It is harm, so keep away from women during menstruation. And do not approach them until they are pure...'" [Quran 2: 222] The actions that require Ghusl are: · Discharge of sperm owing to stimulation while asleep or awake The opinion ... Purification Fri, 13 Mar 2009 21:36:06 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/purification-f4/actions-that-require-ghusl-i-t582.htm#613 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/purification-f4/actions-that-require-ghusl-i-t582.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/purification-f4/obligatory-and-optional-aspects-of-ablution-t581.htm Ithar In Islam, ablution, or Wudhoo', is to wash one’s face, hands, arms, head and feet with water. Allaah, the Most High, Says (what means): “O you who have believed! When you rise to [perform] prayer, wash your faces and your forearms to the elbows and wipe over your heads and wash your feet to the ankles..." [Quran 5:6] Abu Hurayrah may Allaah be pleased with him narrated that he Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) said: “Allaah does not accept the ... Purification Fri, 13 Mar 2009 21:32:33 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/purification-f4/obligatory-and-optional-aspects-of-ablution-t581.htm#612 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/purification-f4/obligatory-and-optional-aspects-of-ablution-t581.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/purification-f4/sunnah-optional-acts-of-ablution-t580.htm Ithar 'Sunnah' (optional) Acts of Ablution: The following acts are not obligatory, yet, once done, are rewarded for since they constitute the way the Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) used to perform ablution: 1. Reciting 'Bismillah' (saying: 'Bismillahir-rahmaanir-raheem', which means: 'In the name of Allaah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate). 2. Washing the hands, three times, up to the wrists. 3. Brushing the teeth ... Purification Fri, 13 Mar 2009 21:31:01 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/purification-f4/sunnah-optional-acts-of-ablution-t580.htm#611 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/purification-f4/sunnah-optional-acts-of-ablution-t580.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/purification-f4/tayammum-dry-ablution-t579.htm Ithar Definition In Arabic, the word Tayammum literally means an 'aim' or 'purpose.' In Islamic Law, it refers to: 'Aiming for or seeking soil to wipe one's face and hands with the intention of purification and preparing oneself to pray, and so on." Proof of its Legitimacy This act of ritual cleansing is proven by the Quran, Sunnah (prophetic tradition) and Ijmaa' (consensus of Muslim scholars). The Quran says (what means): "…And if you are ill or on a journey or one of you comes ... Purification Fri, 13 Mar 2009 21:19:13 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/purification-f4/tayammum-dry-ablution-t579.htm#610 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/purification-f4/tayammum-dry-ablution-t579.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/angels-f39/physical-characteristics-of-angels-ii-t578.htm Ithar The great size of the bearers of the Throne: Prophet Muhammad sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) said: "I have been granted permission to speak about one of the angels of Allaah, one of the bearers of the Throne. The distance from his earlobes to his shoulders is the distance of a seven - hundred year journey." [Abu Daawood] Anas Ibn Maalik may Allaah be pleased with him narrated that the Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his ... Angels Fri, 13 Mar 2009 21:15:32 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/angels-f39/physical-characteristics-of-angels-ii-t578.htm#609 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/angels-f39/physical-characteristics-of-angels-ii-t578.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/angels-f39/physical-characteristics-of-angels-i-t577.htm Ithar What they were created from and when The substance from which Allaah, the Most Exalted, created angels is light. It is narrated on the authority of `Aa'ishah may Allaah be pleased with her that the Messenger of Allaah sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) said: "The angels were created from light, the jinn were created from smokeless fire, and Aadam was created from that which has been described to you (i.e. in the Quran, which is clay)." [Muslim] Prophet ... Angels Fri, 13 Mar 2009 21:14:02 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/angels-f39/physical-characteristics-of-angels-i-t577.htm#608 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/angels-f39/physical-characteristics-of-angels-i-t577.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/angels-f39/the-angels-and-human-beings-ii-t576.htm Ithar The emissaries of Allaah to His Messengers and Prophets: Allaah has told us that Jibreel (Gabriel) is the only one who carries out this mission through the verse (which means):"Say [O Muhammad]: 'Whatever is an enemy to Jibreel (Gabriel)-it is [none but] he who has brought it [i.e. the Quran] down upon your heart, by permission of Allaah, confirming that which was before it and as guidance and good tidings for the believers.'" [Quran 2:97] Revelation may be brought by angels other ... Angels Fri, 13 Mar 2009 21:13:11 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/angels-f39/the-angels-and-human-beings-ii-t576.htm#607 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/angels-f39/the-angels-and-human-beings-ii-t576.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/angels-f39/the-angels-and-human-beings-i-t575.htm Ithar 1 – The angels and Aadam may Allaah exalt his mention: When Allaah, the Most Exalted, wanted to create Aadam may Allaah exalt his mention He informed His angels of that. They asked Him the reason behind that, because they knew that the sons of Aadam may Allaah exalt his mention would cause corruption and shed blood, and they would disobey Allaah and disbelieve in Him. He told them that there were reasons for the creation of Aadam may Allaah exalt his mention which they did not know. Allaah ... Angels Fri, 13 Mar 2009 21:12:13 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/angels-f39/the-angels-and-human-beings-i-t575.htm#606 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/angels-f39/the-angels-and-human-beings-i-t575.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/angels-f39/attributes-and-abilities-of-angels-t574.htm Ithar They are honourable and obedient to Allaah Almighty Allaah has described the angels as being honourable and obedient in the verse (which means): "[The Quran being Carried] by the hands of messengers (angels) noble and dutiful." [Quran 80:15-16] Meaning, the Quran is in the hands of scribes, i.e., the angels, because they are the emissaries of Allaah to His Messengers and Prophets, may Allaah exalt their mention. Allaah has described these angels as being "honourable and ... Angels Fri, 13 Mar 2009 21:10:25 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/angels-f39/attributes-and-abilities-of-angels-t574.htm#605 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/angels-f39/attributes-and-abilities-of-angels-t574.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/angels-f39/belief-in-the-angels-t573.htm Ithar Every Muslim must believe in angels. We know from the Quran (that which means): "…Whoever disbelieves in Allaah, His angels, His books, His messengers, and the Last Day has certainly gone far astray." [Quran: 4:136] In the Hadeeth (narrative) of the angel Jibreel may Allaah exalt his mention when he came to the Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) and asked him about Islaam, Eemaan (belief), and Ihsaan (sincere and true faith in Allaah), the Messenger ... Angels Fri, 13 Mar 2009 21:05:51 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/angels-f39/belief-in-the-angels-t573.htm#604 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/angels-f39/belief-in-the-angels-t573.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/bad-relationships-with-mothers-in-law-ii-t572.htm Ithar We must feel for the mother in-law: Some mothers in-law have an unintended and uncontrollable feeling of rejection and resentment towards their daughters in-law. This could be caused by one of the following three reasons: First: The eldest son is a source of compassion and love which mothers benefit from, especially at old age; therefore, they would not have good feelings towards those whom they think would deprive them from such a source. Second: The mother, who has spent her entire life ... Family and Society Fri, 13 Mar 2009 20:48:22 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/bad-relationships-with-mothers-in-law-ii-t572.htm#603 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/bad-relationships-with-mothers-in-law-ii-t572.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/bad-relationships-with-mothers-in-law-i-t571.htm Ithar We often hear of problems that occur between women and their mothers in-law. The common conception among the masses is that the mother in-law is an evil person. Regardless of what she may do, or how kind she may be to her daughter in-law, her description remains as such -especially in the view of the daughter in-law. Many daughters in-law have forgotten the fact that their mother in-law was a mother before she became a mother in-law, and that the days will pass, and eventually, they will also ... Family and Society Fri, 13 Mar 2009 20:45:11 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/bad-relationships-with-mothers-in-law-i-t571.htm#602 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/family-and-society-f14/bad-relationships-with-mothers-in-law-i-t571.htm