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The History of Hajj

(22:26) Behold! We gave the site, to Abraham, of the (Sacred) House, (saying): "Associate not anything (in worship) with Me; and sanctify My House for those who compass it round, or stand up, or bow, or prostrate themselves (therein in prayer).

An article uniquely written to appeal to both Muslims and non-Muslims. It’s history and the rites of hajj are described in brevity. Read More...

My Guide to Itikaaf

'Whoever directs to do something good, he will have reward just like the one who actually did it'

A reference guide for those who wish to prepare for Itikaaf in Ramadan. The compilation is based on personal exprience to encourage others. Read More...

Path Finder

Pathfinder is a compilation of words that have encouraging quotes from the Quran, Hadeeth, statements from, Scholars .

Reminder	Reminding benefits the Believers: Allah (swt) says in Surah Al Ala verse 9 : “Therefore give admonition in case the admonition profits (the hearer)”.
Perfection	The perfection of Tawheed is found when there remains nothing in the heart except Allaah, the servant is left loving those He loves and What He loves, hating those He hates and what He hates, showing allegiance to those He has allegiance to, showing enmity towards those He shows enmity towards, ordering what He orders and prohibiting what He prohibits. (Ibn al-Qayyim, al-Madaarij 3/485)
Time	Time becomes an integral part of a person’s life and accompanies him to his grave unless Allah (swt) has mercy on him, endows him with decent honest companions who would help him to respect and organise time and take care of him till he abandons this flaws.

This Time in History

A compilation from the the Seerah of the Prophet (saw) Ar Raheeq Al Makhtum (The Sealed Nectar), and others.

Dhul-Qa'dah

Events

Islam being introduced to Arabian Tribes and individuals – 10th year of Prophethood. [106]
Expedition of Sa’d bin Abi Qaqqas (to Al Kharrar) – nine months after Hijrah [107]
2nd Badr Expedition 4AH ? [108]
The battle of 'Khandaq (trench) or Ahzab' took place in 5 AH
Invasion of Banu Qiraiza [109]
Prophet (saw) married Zainab bint Jash bin Riyab 5AH- Battle of Mu’tah 8AH (Sept. 629AD) [110]
Al Hudaibiya Peace Treaty - 6 A.H [111].
Bay'at-e-Rizwaan' 6AH (The oath of allegiance named Rizwaan) (need ref)
The return to Makkah for the performance of Umrah by the Prophet (saw) and his Companions in 7 AH
Umratul Qada’ The Compensatory Umrah 7AH [112]
Prophet (saw) married Maimunah bint Al Harith – 7AH

Death

Dhul-Hajjah

Events

Conversion of Umar Ibn Khattab – 6th year of Prophethood, 3 days later conversion of Hamza Abdil Muttalib [113]
Sawiq Expedition 2AH [114]
Ibn Abi Ali Awja’s Expedition (Banu Salaim) 7 AH - Umratul Qada’ The Compensatory Umrah 7AH [115]
The Prophet (saw) performed the farewell Hajj and gave the historic sermon known as the "Farewell Sermon" (need ref)
The Day of Great Hajj 9AH [116]
Egypt was conquered by the army sent by Umar (ra) (need ref)
Uthmaan bin Affan (ra) was appointed the third Caliph (need ref)
"Bay'ate-Aqabah" took place (need ref)
Fatimah (ra) was married to Ali bin Abu Taalib (ra) (need ref)

Muharram

Events

Islamic New Year – Hijri (approximately July 622 A.D.) The Islamic calendar was first introduced by the close companion of the Prophet, 'Umar ibn Al-Khattab. During his leadership of the Muslim community, in approximately 638 A.H[1]
The Day of Aashora (10th Muharram)
Event of the Elephant (30th Aug 570/1 AD) 55 days before the birth of the Prophet (saw)[2]
Bani Sulaim Expedition (at Al Kudr) 2AH [3]
Abu Salamah’s Expedition – 2AH[4]
The Expedition of Abdullah bgin Unais (Uranah) 3AH[5]
Dhi Amr Invasion – 3AH[6]
Abi Salamah invasion – 4AH[7]
Dhatur Riqa Wxpedition 4AH[8]
Muhammad bin Maslama Expedition (Qurata’) – 6AH[9]
Conquest of Khaibar (Fadak and Qurah Valley) 7AH[10]
Prophet (saw) married Umm Habibah, daughter of Abu Sufiyan 7AH[11]
Prophet (saw) married Safiyya bint Hayai bin Akhtab – after conquest of Khaibar 7AH[12]
Uyainah bin Hisn Al Farazi Expedition – 9AH[13]