Category Archives: All Lectures

It is apparent that the ummah will be divided during the season of hajj – physically – yet spiritually we have a chance to be closer than ever. By tallying the points based on opportunity, a “non Haji” has more opportunity to gain; putting a “Haji” in this scenario – behind. Point to be learnt: […]

No doubt Hajj is greatly focused upon spirituality; yet the level of spiritual importance does not in any way cast shadow on the gains achievable for this body. For one to deplete the physical health for spiritual potency is inconceivable. Vice versa -likewise: Can’t gain one whilst jeopardizing the other when both are vital for your stability […]

Today I intend to break down the significance of some of the prescribed acts of Hajj. Not for the purpose of explaining “why we need to do it”, rather “what we gain from doing it”. By carrying out these duties accurately, for the complete duration prescribed; we will come to know how effective they truly […]

From the time an individual affirms an intention to proceed to Allah for Hajj, he/she becomes: A Pilgrim- (in process). What does one reap in return for ones efforts and sacrifices for intending, enduring, completing and returning from such a sacred Journey? For the Host is none other than Allah, who is the “Generous of […]

We know now that both -The Ka’bah & Makkah- existed from the beginning of time. Yet when it is mentioned, credit is directed to one who came much after that time. The first to erect it, the first to inhabit it; moreover: The Hajj. All founded by, accredited to, and established almost in its entirety based on […]

We learnt last week of the Ka’bah from the historical angle that of the Prophets, rulers and leaders. Majority of the description of the Ka’bah -come its recognition and significance – is documented in the Quran. Question should be: Was the Ka’bah in the past recognized by Muslims alone, or had the general population knowledge of its […]

As we embark on this new series corresponding with the season of Hajj, our goal is to become well acquainted with all angles and aspect of Hajj. From the History of the Ka’bah and Makkah, to the history of all the actions and deeds of Hajj itself. Here we present: The history of the Ka’bah.    

Never in the history of Islam have Muslims celebrated the departure of Ramadan. In realism, the Eid Celebration marks the accomplishment of deeds performed in Ramadan- moving forward with it towards the remainder of our life. Although one may not be able to perform deeds in the same caliber as one did in Ramadan, yet […]