• The Expulsion of Banu Qaynuqa

    The Expulsion of Banu Qaynuqa

    Bismillah, The early years in Madinah were a crucial time for building a united community under the leadership of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. One of the most significant early political and social events in this period was the expulsion of the Jewish tribe of Banu Qaynuqa in 3 AH (624 CE).…

  • Anas ibn Malik (RA) – A Life of Service For The Prophet ﷺ

    Anas ibn Malik (RA) – A Life of Service For The Prophet ﷺ

    “O Allah! Increase his wealth and offspring and bless (for him) whatever You give him.” –Prophet (ﷺ) Bismillah, When you do something, do it 100%. Or don’t do it at all. Among the noble companions of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, few were as close and consistent in companionship as Anas…

  • The Change of Qibla – A Turning Point in Islamic History

    The Change of Qibla – A Turning Point in Islamic History

    Bismillah, One of the most profound moments in early Islamic history (2 AH / 624 CE) was the change in the Qibla—the direction of prayer (salah)—from Bayt al-Maqdis (Jerusalem) to the Kaaba in Makkah. This moment, though seemingly physical in nature, carried deep spiritual, psychological, and political significance for the…

  • Mu’adh ibn Jabal (RA): The Scholar Among the Companions

    Mu’adh ibn Jabal (RA): The Scholar Among the Companions

    “The most knowledgeable of my Ummah in matters of halal and haram is Mu’adh ibn Jabal.” -Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) (Tirmidhi) Knowledge is Power. That is, the right kind of knowledge. Among the noble companions of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), one name stands out when it comes to deep understanding of…

  • The Year of Sorrow

    The Year of Sorrow

    “For indeed, with hardship comes ease.” (Surah Ash-Sharh, 94:6) Bismillah The Year of Sorrow (‘Aam al-Huzn, عام الحزن) was one of the most difficult periods in the life of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ). It took place around the 10th year of Prophethood (619 CE) and was marked by immense personal and…

  • Khalid Ibn Al-Waleed (RA)- The Sword of Allah (SWT)

    Khalid Ibn Al-Waleed (RA)- The Sword of Allah (SWT)

    “What a good slave of Allah and member of the tribe Khalid bin al-Waleed is! [He is] one of the swords of Allah (SWT) that Allah, may He be glorified and exalted, has unsheathed against disbelievers and hypocrites.`” -Musnad Ahmad 43 Bismillah, Khalid ibn Al-Waleed (RA) stands as one of…

  • The Constitution of Medina

    “Indeed, Allah commands you to render trusts to whom they are due and when you judge between people to judge with justice.” (Qur’an 4:58) Bismillah, In the early days of Islam, as the Muslim community faced hostility and displacement in Mecca, the migration to Medina (then known as Yathrib) in…

  • Bilal (RA)- The First Mu’adhin

    Bilal (RA)- The First Mu’adhin

    “Tell me of the best deed you did after embracing Islam, for I heard your footsteps in front of me in Paradise.”  Prophet Muhammad ﷺ on Bilal (RA) Sahih al-Bukhari 1149 Bismillah, Everyone loves a hero’s journey. An underdog who rises to success and prominence. Well not many stories equal…

  • Jafar ibn Abi Talib (RA) – The Flying Companion

    Jafar ibn Abi Talib (RA) – The Flying Companion

    “As for you, you resemble me physically and in character.”  -Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) on Jafar (RA) Bismillah Jannah is not Free! We must work hard to attain it. But in the end the matter is to Allah (SWT). Today, we will examine the life of Jafar (RA), a companion and…

  • Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib (RA)- The Lion of Allah

    Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib (RA)- The Lion of Allah

    Bismillah, Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib (RA), an uncle to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), stands as one of the most revered companions in Islamic history. Known for his physical strength, bravery, and devotion to Islam, Hamza (RA) was a vital figure during the early years of Islam, playing a crucial role in…