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Surah Al-Hujurat

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  In the name of God, the Merciful, the Compassionate   O ye who believe! Be not forward in the presence of Allah and His messenger, and keep your duty to Allah. Lo! Allah is Hearer, Knower. ( Quran Surah Al-Hujurat 49:1 )   O ye who believe! Lift not up your voices above the voice of the Prophet, nor shout when speaking to him as ye shout one to another, lest your works be rendered vain while ye perceive not. ( Quran Surah Al-Hujurat 49:2 )   Lo! they who subdue their voices in the presence of the messenger of Allah, those are they whose hearts Allah hath proven unto righteousness. Theirs will be forgiveness and immense reward. ( Quran Surah Al-Hujurat 49:3 )   Lo! those who call thee from behind the private apartments, most of them have no sense. ( Quran 49:4 )   And if they had had patience till thou camest forth unto them, it had been better for them. And Allah is Forgiving, Merciful. ( Quran 49:5 )   O ye who believe! If an evil-liver bring you ti...

Eating with Adab: Etiquette of Food in Islam

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  Eating with Adab: Food, a gift from Allah (SWT), sustains our bodies and fuels our journey towards fulfilling our purpose in life. In Islam, the emphasis goes beyond simply what we eat (halal) but also extends to how we approach the act of eating itself. Eating with Adab Following proper etiquette, known as adab, is a way to express gratitude for Allah’s blessings and cultivate a mindful and respectful relationship with food. Before the Meal: Setting the Stage for Gratitude Seeking Sustenance from the Lawful:   The Quran  explicitly states the importance of consuming only halal food – that which is permissible according to Islamic guidelines ( Quran 2:168 ). This ensures the ethical sourcing of food and its purity, allowing Muslims to partake with a clear conscience. Washing Hands: Purification for Blessings:  Cleanliness is a core principle in Islam, and washing hands before a meal is a cherished practice established by the  Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)  ( Sa...