Maulana Jalal-ul-Din RUMI (1207-1273) was born in Balkh, Persia and died in Konya, Turkey. R.A.Nicholson called him “the greatest mystical poet of any age.” His spiritual and literary influence is so pervasive in the East that his name is often prefaced by the reverential term “Maulana” (our Master). He composed over 70,000 verses of poetry of divine love and ecstatic illumination. He was ... more.

Saad bin Abi Waqas (radhi allahu anhu) had accepted Islam as a young boy; this disturbed and saddened his mother very deeply because he had given up the faith of his father and forefathers. She tried in many ways to bring him back into the fold of Kufr. When nothing worked she used the last resort of mothers to emotionally blackmail her obedient and loving son. This is something, which make... more.

Imam Junayd ibn Muhammad Abu al-Qasim al-Khazzaz al-Baghdadi (d. 297 AH/  909-910 CE) By GF Haddad and Dr. Alan Godlas Al-Junayd ibn Muhammad ibn al-Junayd, Abu al-Qasim al-Qawariri al-Khazzaz al-Nahawandi al-Baghdadi al-Shafi`i (d. 298). The Imam of the World in his time, shaykh of the Sufis and "Diadem of the Knowers," he accompanied his maternal uncle Sari al-Saqati, al-Harith al-Muhasib... more.

O Allah, I shelter behind you from all deeds that will displease you. O Allah, I ask for the most essential, the most clean, and the honor You bestow. O Allah, do not make me so busy that I fall into the forgetfulness of those who forget You. May I be worthy of Your approval. O Allah, make me a servant remembered only for loving You, hoping for nothing from his worship! O Alla... more.

Hatred as the Root of Violence, the Trap of Said Nursi -A Verson Who Was Spared From This Trap Mustafa ULUSOY WE LIVE IN a world which is being constructed at the same time it is being destroyed. Symbols are made and symbols are destroyed. Houses are built and houses are destroyed. People are born, people are killed. Bonds are formed, bonds are destroyed. Peace is made, war destroys. ... more.

Abdullah ibn Hudhafah was one of the glorious companions of Prophet Mohamed (PBUH).   Abdullah ibn Hudhafah was one of the glorious companions of Prophet Mohamed (PBUH). He was known for his strong faith in God and his messenger. He was also among those who were willing to sacrifice their whole lives for the light of Islam to spread. Abdullah ibn Hudhafah was given the chance to meet two wo... more.

Nasr al-Din Khodja, known also as Mulla Nasruddin or simply Nasruddin, is the starring character in a vast number of amusing tales told in regions all over the world, particularly in countries in or near the Middle East. Each tale depicts Nasruddin in a different situation, and through his viewpoint they humorously reveal commentary and lessons on various life themes. The great allure ... more.