Revive Your Iman: Spiritual Boost for Muslims

 Fasting on the Day of Arafah: Its Virtues and Rulings in Light of Authentic Prophetic Hadiths Introduction Fasting on the Day of Arafah is one of the great acts of worship encouraged by the Prophet ﷺ due to its immense reward and vast forgiveness. It is a blessed day when pilgrims stand on Mount Arafah, and it is recommended for non-pilgrims to fast as an expiation for sins and an elevation in rank. In this article, we will discuss the virtues of fasting on the Day of Arafah, the authentic Prophetic hadiths that highlight its significance, and some related rulings.   The Virtues of Fasting on the Day of Arafah Several authentic hadiths highlight the virtues of fasting on this day, including:   1. Expiation of Sins for Two Years Abu Qatadah al-Ansari (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that the Prophet ﷺ said:   > **"Fasting on the Day of Arafah, I hope from Allah, will expiate the sins of the previous year and the coming year."**   (...

 Islam and Politics: Why Does the West Fear Religious Governance?   Introduction: The Paradox of Religious Acceptance   In an era where multiculturalism and religious tolerance are celebrated as core Western values, a glaring contradiction emerges when examining attitudes toward Islamic political thought. While Christian democracy, Jewish political movements, and even Buddhist-influenced governance are accepted as legitimate expressions of faith in the public sphere, any suggestion of Islamic political philosophy triggers alarm bells across Western capitals   1. The historical roots of Western secular exceptionalism   2. Comparative analysis of religious influences in governance   3. Case studies of successful Islamic democratic models   4. Media's role in shaping perceptions   5. Pathways toward constructive dialogue   Section 1: The Foundations of Western Secular Anxiety   1.1 The Enlightenment's...