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Khalid Ibn Al-Waleed (RA)- The Sword of Allah (SWT)
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“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…
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The Constitution of Medina
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“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…
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Bilal (RA)- The First Mu’adhin
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“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…
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Jafar ibn Abi Talib (RA) – The Flying Companion
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“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…
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Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib (RA)- The Lion of Allah
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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…
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Abu Ubaidah (RA) – The Trustworthy One
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Every nation has a trustworthy guardian, and the trustworthy guardian of this Ummah is Abu ‘Ubaidah bin Jarrah.” -Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) Bismillah, Trust is the foundation of all relationships. However, being trustworthy is no easy feat! It requires you to fight with your selfish wants and desires, for the sake…
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Sa’eed Ibn Zayd (RA)-The Unsung Hero
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“O Lord, if You have prevented me from attaining this good, do not prevent my son from doing so.” -Zayd on his deathbed (father of Sa’eed RA) Bismillah, There are many “Unsung Heroes” in history. But Sa’eed Ibn Zayd (RA) is the most deserving of this title. Sa’eed Ibn Zayd…
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Sa’d Ibn Abi Waqqas (RA)-The Archer of Islam
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“Oh Allah, guide his shot and grant his supplication” Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) on Sa’d (RA) Bismillah, No risk, no reward. Playing it safe in life is the biggest risk. We must muster the courage to take calculated risks for great rewards. Today, we will discuss the courageous life of Sa’d…
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Abdur Rahman Ibn Awf (RA): The Generous Companion
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“O Allah, bless the wealth of Abdur-Rahman ibn Awf.” Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) Bismillah, Have you heard of the saying “Money is the route of all evil? I’m pretty sure you have. What if I told you that money can be the route of good? Today, we will be shedding light…
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Az-Zubayr (RA)- The Disciple
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the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: “Every Prophet (ﷺ) has a disciple and my disciple is Az-Zubayr.” Musnad Ahmad 680 Bismillah, Tough days are inevitable, dedication is key. We must be dedicated to our cause. Dedication = Discipline. Only the disciplined are free! In this blog post, we’ll explore the…