May 14, 2015

The Letter and the Spirit: Refections on Polygamy


Ali planned to marry during his marriage with Faatimah, upon this Faatimah went to her father, the prophet, peace to him after which he said: “I gave a daughter of mine in marriage to Abu’l-‘Aas ibn ar-Rabee‘; when he spoke he told me the truth and when he made me a promise he fulfilled his […]

May 4, 2015

When Hugging is the wrong choice


A companion told the Messenger of God, peace and blessings to him, “I have ten children and I have never kissed any one of them.” The Messenger of God, peace and blessings to him, looked at him and said: “The one who does not show mercy will not be shown mercy. (1)” I begin with […]

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