November 2004

• Seeking Forgiveness: In spite of our many sins and negligence on our part, we do not turn to Allaah and seek forgiveness; while, although our Prophet (sallallaahu 'alayhi wasallam) had all his past and future sins forgiven by Allah, he sought forgiveness very often.

• "Are you a Muslim?": For years we say that we are Muslims, yet sadly there are many of us do not know what a Muslim is, what is required of a Muslim, and what classifies one as being a Muslim. Many people call themselves Muslims, but Islaam does not consider them as Muslims. | 4 Thoughts

• Akhlaaq, dear sisters, Akhlaaq!: As an active member of my local Muslim community, I have had several opportunities to participate in the organisation of events and volunteering to help during them. A constant occurrence that I have noticed at these events and gatherings is the akhlaaq (or lack of it) amongst the sisters.

• Sisters' Youth Network: Assalaamu 'alaikum wa rahmatullaah. I'd like to take the opportunity to introduce you to a youth network that I've setup for young muslimahs. Below you'll find a little bit about why it was initiated -- if you would like to... | 2 Thoughts

• A Container Of Water: It is reported on the authority of Salaan ibe Abee Mutee' who said: A container of water was bought to al-Hasan to break his fast with, but when he bought it close to his mouth he began to weep and...

• Niqaab: The Veil: Umm Junayd For those of you who read the title of this entry and thought: "Oh, she's going to go on about it being obligatory", I'm not. I just wanted to share a few things, that's all. Yesterday I went... | 8 Thoughts

• The Losers - 2: In the previous installment we mentioned who Allaah was referring to when He said: "Say: "Shall We tell you the greatest losers in respect of (their) deeds?'' Those whose efforts have been wasted in this life while they thought that...

• The Losers - 1: Author: Umm Junayd Says Allaah: "Say: "Shall We tell you the greatest losers in respect of (their) deeds?'' Those whose efforts have been wasted in this life while they thought that they were acquiring good by their deeds." [Soorah al-Kahf:... | 2 Thoughts