Islamic Lifestyle

The weekend often gives people more freedom than the usual working week. There may be fewer responsibilities, more time with friends, more opportunities to go out, and more moments spent alone with a phone or computer. It is easy to behave well when people are watching, but the real test of character often comes when nobody is there to see what…

After a demanding week, it is natural to want to relax. We look forward to sleeping longer, meeting friends, watching something interesting, going out, scrolling through our phones or simply doing nothing for a while. Rest is necessary, and Islam does not prohibit Muslims from enjoying lawful recreation. But there is a difference between…

The weekend gives us more freedom with our time, but freedom also comes with choices. When work, school and other responsibilities slow down, we suddenly have more hours to decide how we will spend them. What we watch, what we listen to, the people we spend time with and the conversations we entertain can all leave an effect on the heart. This…

The weekend is a time many people look forward to. After a long week of work, school, business and responsibilities, there is finally more time to rest, meet friends, spend time with family and do the things that could not fit into the week. There is nothing wrong with enjoying your weekend. Islam does not require a Muslim to spend every free…

Every Friday, Muslims across the world pause their individual routines and gather for Jumuʿah. They may come from different families, professions, ethnic backgrounds and social classes, but when they stand together for Salah, those distinctions do not determine who stands beside whom. This is one of the powerful meanings of Jumuʿah. Islam…

Friday is not only the day of Jumuʿah. It is also a day in which Muslims are encouraged to increase their remembrance of Allah and send abundant blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Among the practices associated with Friday is increasing our salawat upon the Messenger of Allah ﷺ, a simple act that carries deep spiritual meaning. Allah…

For many Muslims, Friday has a familiar rhythm. We prepare for Jumuʿah, dress appropriately, make our way to the mosque, listen to the khutbah, perform the prayer and then return to our homes, workplaces or daily activities. Once the prayer is over, however, it can feel as though the Friday experience is finished. But Islam presents a broader…

Friday comes every week, and for many Muslims, Jumuʿah is one of the most important gatherings of the week. But sometimes, despite our intentions, we arrive late. Traffic may delay us. Work may take longer than expected. We may leave home too late. We may struggle to find transport or simply misjudge the time. Then we enter the mosque and…