The Five Pillars of Islam
Five Pillars of Islam If you’ve ever wondered what truly holds Islam together, it’s these, the Five Pillars of Islam. They’re not just rituals or routines. They’re daily reminders of purpose, humility, and connection to Allah (God). Some people describe them as the backbone of Muslim life, and that feels right. They’re simple to understand […]
How to Pay Zakat the Right Way
How to Pay Zakat the Right Way (2026 Guide for Every Muslim) This article walks through how to pay Zakat properly, step by step. You’ll learn when it becomes due, what types of wealth are zakatable, and how to ensure your giving follows Islamic guidance. Whether you’re giving online or in person, this 2026 guide […]
How to Calculate Zakat – Step-by-Step Guide
How to Calculate Zakat in 2026: A Step-by-Step Guide to Nisab & Assets Zakat calculations can be overwhelming Being a practicing muslim, every year when I open my notes (especially ahead of Ramadan), stare at my bank app, and think: okay… how do I calculate Zakat properly, without second-guessing it all day? If that’s you, too, breathe. […]
Who Is Eligible to Receive Zakat in the UK?
Zakat Eligibility in the UK – Who Can Receive It? It’s one thing to calculate how much Zakat you owe, but figuring out who is actually eligible to receive Zakat can feel a little confusing. We all want to be sure our charity reaches the right hands of the people Allah intended it for. Zakat […]
Zakat in 2026: The Ultimate Guide to Rules & Nisab
Zakat in 2026: The Ultimate Guide to Rules & Nisab For UK Every year, when Ramadan comes close, Muslims around the world start revisiting one common question: Have I paid my Zakat this year? It’s not just a ritual, nor is it a random act of kindness. Zakat is one of the Five Pillars of […]
What is Sadaqah Jariyah? 7 Examples You Should Know
What is Sadaqah Jariyah? 7 Examples of a Continuous Charity If you’ve ever wondered how your actions today could ripple into the future, long after you’re gone, that’s the beauty of Sadaqah Jariyah. In Islam, it’s often described as a “continuous” or “flowing” charity. the kind that doesn’t stop once you give, but keeps benefiting […]
Ramadan 2026 – Dates, Calendar, and Spirit
Ramadan 2026: Your Guide to the Dates, Calendar, and Spirit It’s funny, isn’t it? It feels like we just finished packing away the decorations from the last Eid al-Fitr, and yet, here we are, already peeking at the calendar for a year that feels ages away. If you’re searching for the Ramadan 2026 date, you’re […]
Sadaqah vs. Zakat – Understanding Key Differences
Sadaqah vs. Zakat: Understanding the 5 Key Differences Let’s be honest, for many of us, the line between Sadaqah and Zakat can get a little confusing. I remember growing up, any time I put money in a donation box at the mosque, I just thought of it as “charity.” It was all one big, hence a good deed. […]
What is Sadaqah – The Ultimate Guide
What is Sadaqah? The Ultimate Guide to Voluntary Charity in Islam It’s a word you hear a lot in Muslim communities around the world, often mentioned in the same breath as giving and generosity. But what does it really mean for a common person? I think for a lot of us, it’s one of those […]
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad
The Life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ More Than a Story, a Seerah for All Time When you start to explore the life of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in Rabi Al Awwal, you quickly realize it’s not just a historical account. It’s a story that feels both epic and incredibly, deeply human. It’s called the Seerah, which […]
