Muslim Lifestyle
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Building Your Emergency Fund: A Step-by-Step Guide
Emergency funds are savings that are prepared to deal with emergencies in the future. Emergencies can be unexpected events such as illness, accidents, or job loss. Building an emergency fund is an important part of financial management. Not preparing an emergency fund properly can put you at risk of getting into personal debt. This article will discuss the benefits of…
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Islamic New Year and Its Financial Wisdom
The Islamic New Year, also known as the Hijri New Year, marks the beginning of the Hijri calendar based on the migration (Hijrah) of Prophet Muhammad (Shallallahu Alaihi Wa Sallam) from Mecca to Medina. For Muslims, this moment is not merely a change of the year but a symbol of new beginnings and spiritual reflection. Beyond its spiritual significance, the…
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Musyarakah Contracts and Capital Guarantee: What You Need to Know
One of the Shariah-compliant cooperative contracts is the Musyarakah contract. This contract involves joint participation in business activities, including sharing profits and bearing losses. However, there are cases where one of the shariks, especially a large investor, asks for a capital guarantee from the business manager when investing in a business. Is this permissible in Shariah? The basic provisions regarding…
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Understanding the Three Types of Manasiks Hajj
Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam. Hajj is a complementary act of worship to the pillars of Islam for Muslims who can afford it based on the following hadith: بُنِيَ الْإِسْلَامُ عَلَى خَمْسٍ شَهَادَةِ أَنْ لَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ وَأَنَّ مُحَمَّدًا رَسُولُ اللَّهِ وَإِقَامِ الصَّلَاةِ وَإِيتَاءِ الزَّكَاةِ وَالْحَجِ وَصَوْمِ رَمَضَانَ. Islam is built on five foundations: bearing witness that…
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Hajj: A Complete Act of Worship
Hajj is one of the fifth pillars of Islam and is a complete act of worship as it combines material, physical, and spiritual deeds in one act of worship. Dalil on Hajj can be found in the Quran and Hadith. In the Quran, Allah ﷻ says: وَأَتِمُّوا الْحَجَّ وَالْعُمْرَةَ لِلَّهِ ۚ فَإِنْ أُحْصِرْتُمْ فَمَا اسْتَيْسَرَ مِنَ الْهَدْيِ ۖ وَلَا تَحْلِقُوا…
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Ashura’ Fasting and Gratitude in Islam
Ashura’ fasting is a form of worship in Islam that has virtues and deep meaning for Muslims. Observed every 10th of Muharram, this fast has strong historical and spiritual roots. This article will discuss in detail the Ashura’ fast, its virtues, and how an attitude of gratitude is implemented in daily religious practice. History and Background of the Ashura’ Fast …
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How Islamic Securities Crowdfunding (SCF) Contributes to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)
Islamic Securities Crowdfunding (SCF) is an innovative funding model that allows individuals and companies to invest in business projects through the offering of shares or bonds in accordance with Shariah principles. These principles prohibit riba, gharar, and haram business activities, creating an ethical and sustainable investment system. In addition to promoting business ethics, Islamic SCF also has the potential to…
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Unlocking Sustenance: A Powerful Dua’ in Islam
Sustenance is a gift from Allah ﷻ bestowed upon all His creatures. In seeking sustenance, Muslims are taught to strive and pray. Therefore, a Muslim may need to know how to pray a dua’ in Islam. Here are some dua’ for opening the doors of sustenance as taught in Islam: 1. Dua’ for Abundant and Blessed Sustenance Therefore, we can…
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5 Business Lessons from the Story of Abdurrahman bin Auf
Abdurrahman bin Auf Radhiyallahu anhu was one of the companions of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) who was known for his strong faith and abundant wealth. His life story, especially after his hijrah to Madinah, provides many valuable lessons on how to build a business with solid Islamic principles. This article will discuss how Abdurrahman bin…
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Principles of Generosity in Trade in the Hadith of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
Trade is an essential part of human life. Since the dawn of civilisation, humans have engaged in trade as a way to meet their needs, be it food, clothing, housing, or other goods. Trade also enables the exchange of ideas, cultures, and innovations between different societies. In the Islamic context, trade has a very important place. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ…
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