The Beginning of Deen is Knowing Allah: Part 3 of 8: Integration of Heart & Mind
The heart, the seat of spiritual insight, allows for an experiential recognition of Allah that transcends mere logical analysis.
Penang Retreat Mar 2025
Like a parched earth receiving its first rain, my heart began absorbing knowledge with newfound thirst. Attending regular study circles, not merely to collect information, but to transform my understanding of worship and
The Beginning of Deen is Knowing Allah: Part 2 of 8: Sharia, Tariqa, Haqiqa, Marifa
The journey of knowing Allah progresses through four interconnected stages, each building upon the previous.
The Beginning of Deen is Knowing Allah: Part 1 of 8: Acquired Knowledge & Bestowed Knowledge
We dive deeper into a fundamental principle that serves as the cornerstone of our faith - the Knowledge of Allah (Ma'rifatullah).
Purpose of Life : Why Do I Exist? : Preface
The concept of Zindegi Maqsudi (life's purpose) invites us to pause and contemplate our existence beyond the superficial.
The 5M’s: From Mindless to Meaningful Worship
From mechanical ritual to spiritual excellence (ihsan), awakening the heart from heedless worship to conscious servitude of our Creator.
Divine Dualities: The Creator-Creation Relationship in Islam
As the distinction between Creator and creation becomes increasingly clear, the heart experiences an ever-deepening intimacy with Allah swt - a phenomenon that transcends ordinary human understanding
Blooming in Allah’s Light: Understanding Our Unique Self
This is how Allah swt created human identity: each person unique, yet growing from the same source of divine nurture.
Traditional Knowledge vs. Trending Topics: Finding Balance in Islamic Learning
Each Muslim has a spiritual responsibility to seek knowledge diligently and ensure that they are learning from credible sources.
Understanding the 7 Levels of Nafs – Part 2 – Nafsul Ammara (The Evil Commanding Self)
Nafsul Ammara represents the base state of human consciousness, where our lower desires and impulses dominate our behaviour.