One of the most important results of believing in monotheism is reliance (Tawakkul) upon Allah (SWT) in every matter. Anyone who trusts in God, God will make him/her happy … trust in God is a strong castle that only the trustful believers can recourse to it. And reliance upon God is the salvation from any distress, and the shield against any animosity. (1) Therefore we should look to this eternal source and depend on it. The Holy Quran invites us to this important issue:
“… And whosoever puts his trust in Allah, then …

Once again IUS London will be holding it’s annual Iftar programmes in the holy month of Ramadhan. In order to make the most of the days and the nights of this holy month and to continue the spirituality gained in this month throughout the year we have tailerd the talks to help everyone make the most ot it.

1st Week- ”Discovering the Treasures of Ramadan (The Prophet’s Sha’aban Sermon)”
Programme Starts at 7:00 pm | 18th August
By Br Mohammed Mehdi

2nd Week - ”Attaining Noble Character (Dua Makarimul Akhlaq)”
Programme Starts at 7:00 pm | 25th August
By Br Jaffer Ladak
3rd Week- ”Your …

Believers, fasting have been made mandatory for you as it was made mandatory for the people before you, so that you may have fear of Allah. (The holy Quran, 2:183)

There are several passages in both the New Testament and Old Testament that discuss the greatness and importance of fasting.  Even today we witness Jews and Christians to fast an optional number of days in a year by refraining from meat, milk or other foods.
We also notice fasting in the story of Zachariah and Maryam (Mary) in the Holy Quran whom …

The Annual Al-Quds Day Demonstration and Rally is confirmed to take place in London on Saturday 4th September 2010. This is a major national event with thousands of people coming from up and down the country in support of Palestine and the Palestinian people. Stand with us, united for the Palestinian cause!

The Holy Prophet (S.A.) had said that during the night of 15th Shaba’an the Almighty takes decisions in the matters of sustenance, life and death and welfare of the people. Next to the “Night of Qadr” the night of 15th Sha’baan is the most auspicious night (also known as “night of Baraat”). According to the Imam Muhammad bin Ali Al Baqir (as.) and Jaa’far bin Muhammad As Sadiq (as.) Allah has promised to fulfill every legitimate desire put forward to Him tonight. During this night Allah (swt) bestows on HIS …

“Usaam Ibn Mustalaq narrates: In one of my journeys to Medina, I saw Hussain Ibn Ali (PBUH), and became fond of his attractive face and kind gesture. The hatred that I had kept deep within me towards his father increased my jealousy, so I went toward him with every intention of bad mouthing. I asked him: “Are you the son of Abu Turab (Ali)?”  He confirmed.
And then began cursing him and his father as much as I could. As soon as I became exhausted and paused from cursing, he looked at me …

‎“O soul that art at rest, return to thy Lord, well- pleased, well-pleasing, So enter among My servants, And enter My Garden!” (89:27-30)
“…And when a religious scholar dies, there will appear a gap in Islam which cannot be compensated except by a replacement of that kind.” Bihar-ul-Anwar, vol. 2, pg.43
The demise of Grand Ayatollah Mohammad Husain Fadlallah at age 75 in Beirut marks the passing of a Scholar revered by many Muslims all around the world. His life exemplified the awakening and increasing global influence of Islam, and Lebanon and …

The ‘Freedom‘ flotilla consisting of more than 600 activists was bringing amongst many supplies, hope for the Palestinians prisoned inside Gaza Strip. Their peaceful message was confronted by deadly attacks from the Israeli Army, who savagely killed at least 19 innocent people and injured dozens more.
AhlulBayt Islamic Society would like to join the International Community in condemning the atrocities committed by Zionist Regime, and invite all our dear brothers and sisters to express their outrage towards these unlawful acts by taking part in their local demonstrations all around the globe. Once again …

As you are all aware, living in the west can be difficult as a Muslim. Islam is targeted on a regular basis and Islamophobia is on the rise. To maintain our Islamic identity and also flourish in such a society, every Muslim must strengthen their beliefs based on rationality and logic. By sharpening our most treasured tool, the mind, we would be ready to understand our religion better, allowing us to engage in dialogue with those around us.

The Ahlulbayt Islamic, Jewish, Christian and Hindu societies are very pleased to present the FIRST EVER inter-faith event at City University!
We would cordially like to invite you all to join us at our event on the 8th March 2010, where four faith societies of the university will be standing united against violence. This event aims to bring the faiths together and allow us to unite against this grave form of injustice. Each religion will be represented through their speakers who will resolve some of the misconceptions associated to their religion and present an accurate perspective of their belief system. And TOGETHER we will show the world that we stand for peace and harmony.