The Beginning of Deen is Knowing Allah: Part 8 of 8: Final Encouragement
This spiritual journey—to know Allah as He is meant to be known—is open to all who sincerely embark upon it, regardless of background or starting point.
The Beginning of Deen is Knowing Allah: Part 6 of 8: Importance of a Teacher
Walking this path with the help of a mentor not only ensures proper understanding but also accelerates spiritual progress.
The Beginning of Deen is Knowing Allah: Part 5 of 8: Steps Toward Ma’rifat
These moments of inward focus create space for the heart to absorb spiritual truths and develop a living awareness of Allah.
The Beginning of Deen is Knowing Allah: Part 4 of 8: Prerequisites for Ma’rifah
When the heart is wholly oriented toward Allah, it becomes receptive to deeper spiritual realities, and the doors to higher understanding are gradually unlocked.
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 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).
How to Worship & Know Allah: The Journey of Experiential Knowledge: A Summary
Within each human lies a divine secret – the capacity to know Allah SWT through deep contemplation and spiritual awakening.
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.
The Ascending Paths of Islamic Faith
Each dimension must be engaged and nourished for our worship to reach its full potential. When these elements align, we experience moments of immersive connection with Allah that transform our understanding of what