Banks are considered among the vital arteries of the present societies and one of the main pillars of the contemporary economy. The modern banking was started in the late of 18th century in Europe. Interest (riba), whose validity and invalidity had been disputable among philosophers and economists for a long time, finally became a basic […]

MV Editor’s Note: The first of Zulhijjah may occur on or around the 2nd or 3rd (or 3rd and 4th) of September 2016 depending on the sighting/start method.

If you are the kind of parent that I am, you’ll understand what it means to watch your child as she sleeps and wonder – What will happen to you if I die?

First of all, the center of the admiration of al-Madina al-Munawwarah is the blessed and august presence of Sayyiduna Rasoolullah (Allah’s peace be upon him).

With Hajj time just over a month away it is important to remember the significance of this momentous undertaking. Please note that the dates provided below are tentative, approximate projections.

Asma al-Nabi, which refers to the names and attributes of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh), comprises one of the rich genres of our classical literature that is in fact intertwined with religious culture.

Allah Ta’ala in His infinite Mercy has favoured us in so many ways. Such blessings that we cannot possibly enumerate nor show sufficient gratitude to the Almighty. Amongst the many blessings include a very special GIFT – Laylatul Qadr- The Night of Power.

“Fasting in Ramadan develops in a person the real spirit of social belonging, of unity and brotherhood, and of equality before God.

Have you ever wondered why it is difficult to concentrate in your prayer? Or why your faith throughout the year is not on a high like it is during Ramadan or through Hajj? Maybe it is because we usually jump straight from a phone conversation into Takbir or because we just go with the flow […]

Sha’ban is the name of the (Eighth) month, and it is so called because in this month the Arabs used to disperse (tasha’aba) in search of water, or it was said that they dispersed to carry out raids and forays. Or it was said that it is so called because it sha’aba (branches out or […]