Allah supported Islam with Hamzah and his conversion. He was strong in defending the Prophet of Allah and the helpless amongst his Companions.

Hamzah ibn `Abdul-Muttalib: The Lion of Allah & the Martyr of Martyrs (Part 2)

There were people among the non-believers who yearned to declare their belief in Muhammad, but their fear of the prevailing norms and inherited traditions prevented them. Among them was Hamzah

Hamzah ibn `Abdul-Muttalib: The Lion of Allah & Martyr of Martyrs (Part 1)

Is it obligatory for a new Muslim to say their declaration of faith in Arabic? Is it a norm or an Islamic law? What is truly compelling about the declaration and the moment it is said? What should it tell about the newly guided person?

The Declaration of Faith: Between Text and Meaning

The word "Muslim" means one who submits to the will of God, regardless of their race, nationality or ethnic background. Becoming a Muslim is a simple and easy process that requires no pre-requisites. One may convert alone in privacy, or he/she may do so in the presence of others.

How to Convert to Islam and Become a Muslim

British Hanan and John converted to Islam and found happiness and the true meaning of life in it. Islam has all answers to their questions.

Hanan’s and John’s Stories of Conversion to Islam

`Ammar was enduring the dreadful anguish of the body because his spirit was lofty, but now when he thought defeat had reached his spirit,..

`Ammar Ibn Yasir: A Man of Paradise (Part 1)

Let us now approach the first years of his message. Those were years one rarely finds an equal to in the annals of history for the constancy, truth, and eminence.

Muhammad: The First Years of His Message

The challenge is far from easy, but the change worth it. For a smoother transition in your life-changing journey, tread on the heels of the Prophet; stand up for the change…

The Prophet’s Guidance for New Muslim Youth

Celebrating his first day of teaching, a new teacher shares his simple, short but inspiring message and why he is interested in teaching Islam.

A New Convert Becomes Interested in Teaching Islam 2

Celebrating his first day of teaching, Abdullah shares his simple, short but touching story of conversion and why he is interested in teaching Islam.

A New Convert Becomes Interested in Teaching Islam

Sarah Price, a Master of Journalism student at Monash University in Australia, converted to Islam after a trip to Malaysia inspired her to learn more.

Why I Converted to Islam – Part 2

One feels amazed by the degree of detailing in the description of the Prophet’s physical features. The scholars talked about his external traits in the minutest way.

Prophet’s Physical Features: As If You Were Seeing Him

Among the seventy-man delegation of the Ansar who took the oath of allegiance to the Prophet in the Second Allegiance of `Aqabah sat a young man with a bright face, graceful eyes, and a radiant smile.

Mu`adh Ibn Jabal: The Most Learned of Halal and Haram

What was Prophet Muhammad to his Companions? What did make them believe in him, cherish him, sacrifice their lives for his sake?

Muhammad to His Companions: The Light They Followed

Generosity, asceticism and piety all worked together in complete harmony to shape the most magnificent merits of that great man, Ibn `Umar. Learn more

`Abdullah ibn `Umar: A Great Man with a Tender Heart (Part 2)

Possessing two weapons, his lance and his prayer. Whenever Sa`d pierced an enemy with his lance he hurt him; whenever he invoked Allah He answered. Learn more…

Sa`d Ibn Abi Waqqas: The Lion’s Claws!

What do you know about the man whose body bore the scars of the horrible torture and, at the same time, the document of amazing steadfastness and extraordinary greatness?

`Ammar Ibn Yasir: A Man of Paradise (Part 2)

How did Bilal ibn Rabah, the Abyssinian who once was only a slave, become one of the great and holy men of Islam, even one of Islam's great miracles?

Bilal ibn Rabah: A Miracle of Faith & Truthfulness

Can attacking the places of worship, i.e. churches, be justified in any religious teachings including Islamic? What does Islam say and teach about that? How can a religion be judged correctly?

Does Islam Command Attacking Churches?

The story of Bilal teach us the true meaning of freedom, that blackness of skin and bondage would not decry the greatness of the soul if it found its faith, adhered to its Creator, and clung to its right.

Bilal Ibn Rabah: A Living Lesson on Human Freedom