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Muslim jurists differed over this issue and there are 4 different opinions. They will be examined in this article. Read More »

Article from the Northern Star Muslim lecturer discusses importance of Qurʾān and unique use of language By KATIE PETERS For Shaykh Yaser Birjas, the Qurʾān features some of the world's most unique language. The world-renowned Muslim lecturer and teacher delivered a speech titled “Qurʾān: Book of Guidance” to the Muslim ... Read More »

Another great scholar has just past away, November 16, 2009 in Amman, Jordan Sh. Mohammad Sulayman al-Ashqar, the author of “Zubdat at-Tafsir” the abridged version of Tafsir ash-Shawkani and the author of the Usool book “al-Waadih fee Usool al-Fiqh” among many other works of the sheikh rahmiahullah. He was the older brother of sh. Omar Sulayman al-Ashqar the author of the famous series on Aqeeda and articles of Imaan which was translated into English language and many other languages. Read More »

What are recommended Sunnahs for a women and her husband during pregnancy? What's the reward for hardships then and during labor? Are there any special etiquettes to follow at birth and during the 'Aqiqah? Yaser Birjas explains the Islamic etiquettes for pregnancy, childbirth and the newborn. Read More »

400 years ago, on precisely October 2nd 1609 CE., in the Iberian peninsula, the Spanish fleet escorted a diverse array of ships of many European nations from the port of Denia. The fleet’s destination was multiple landing ports in predominantly Muslim North African shores. It was the first shipment of deported Spanish Muslims who lived there for over a hundred and twenty years after the fall of Muslim Spain in Granada back in 1492 CE. These Muslims were known in history by their Spanish title the “Moriscos.” Read More »

August 2nd, 1990 – It was a beautiful summer morning I wouldn't soon forget, nor would the rest of the world.  After performing Fajr ṣalāh at our local masjid, masjid al-Zaahim, myself and a mix of children and teenagers  headed out for an hour-long walk to the beach. The spot ... Read More »

On the Doha debates, Muslim women’s right to marry whomever they wish. Sh. Yasir Qadhi, hafidhahu Allah, was the only panelist who displayed a professional and intellectual discussion on the topic, away from the “my personal opinion” “my experience..” “my concern” and “I believe so..” kind of thing that highlighted the other guests presentations. There is no doubt the motion was too broad and too vague, and perhaps it was purposely made so to serve the goal of controversy, and it did. Read More »

Interview with Yaser Birjas on the Deen Show. Read More »

Sheikh Yaser Birjas discusses the story of Prophet Yusuf ('alayhis-salaam), and delves into the spirit of Yusuf to derive deep lessons on dealing with trials and tribulations throughout life. Why does Allah test us with difficulties? Is it a blessing or a curse? Sheikh Yaser explains the wisdoms behind life's difficulties. Read More »

The message the outlawed Zionist state of Israel is sending to the world and international leaders through this barbaric and sadist attack on Gaza is clear: "Do not ever think of reconciling with the Muslim and Arab world. This will never happen on our account." Read More »