Musa Murad

A New Era for an Ancient Mission For more than fourteen centuries, Muslims have carried the responsibility of da’wah — inviting people toward the truth of Islam. From the time of the Prophet ﷺ until today, this mission has remained central to the Muslim identity. In earlier times, the message of Islam traveled through caravan routes, personal conversations, letters to rulers, scholars’ books, and merchants’ honesty . Today, however, we live in an unprecedented era. With a single post, article, or video, the message of Islam can reach millions of people across the world within seconds . This makes social media one of the most powerful tools for da’wah in human history. But with great reach comes great responsibility. Muslims must approach online da’wah with wisdom, sincerity, and good character , following the guidance of the Qur’an and the example of the Prophet ﷺ. What is Da’wah? The Arabic word da’wah (دعوة) literally means an invitation or a call . In Islam, it refers to inviting...

Alhamdulillah. All praise belongs to ALLAAH — our Creator, Sustainer, and the One to whom we will all return. Our time in this world is short and appointed. True success, peace, and blessing in this life and the next are only found in following His guidance and walking in the way of His Messenger ﷺ. As Ramadan approaches, many of us begin preparing long to-do lists. More prayers. More recitation. More gatherings. More charity. While all of these are good and necessary, there is a deeper question we must ask: What is Ramadan really about? The Purpose of Fasting When we think about fasting, we often think about what we are doing. But in reality, fasting is mostly about what we are not doing. We are not eating. We are not drinking. We are not fulfilling certain desires. Fasting is an act of restraint. It is the discipline of “no.” And the most powerful part of fasting happens when no one is watching. A child standing alone in the kitchen could easily take a bite of food. A person in the s...

A believer should never fall into despair regarding ALLAAH, nor should he complain about ALLAAH. Whoever is engaged in the work of ALLAAH must maintain good expectations of Him. A person’s heart should be firm upon this belief: My ALLAAH is doing good for me. My ALLAAH is showing kindness to me. And He will continue to do so in the future. He will guide me, support me, and grant me acceptance. This positive expectation (ḥusn al-ẓann) is among the essential etiquettes of faith. The Prophet ﷺ’s Final Advice: Think Well of ALLAAH Jābir (رضي الله عنه) narrates that the Messenger of ALLAAH ﷺ said to him three days before his passing: “O Jābir, be careful that death does not come to you except in a state where you have the best expectations of your Lord.” Meaning, a believer should be certain that: My ALLAAH will deal with me with goodness. My ALLAAH will help me. My ALLAAH will grant me success. Because ALLAAH deals with His servant according to the expectation he has of Him. ALLAAH’s Prom...

Many people imagine religious leadership as distant, rigid, or detached from normal human life. But when we study the daily routine of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, we discover something very different: a life of balance, mercy, simplicity, and deep humanity , fully connected to Allah while remaining fully present with people. This was not a life lived in isolation. It was a life lived among people , for people , and by the guidance of Allah . Mornings Rooted in Worship and Connection The day of the Prophet ﷺ began with Fajr prayer , offered at its earliest time. After completing the prayer, he would remain seated in the masjid until sunrise. This was not a silent or heavy gathering; it was warm, open, and meaningful. The Companions would sit around him and conversations would flow naturally: Sometimes about matters of faith and guidance Sometimes about daily life At times even light humor and laughter One Companion, Ḥuṣayd ibn Ḥuḍayr (raḍiyallāhu ʿanhu), was known for his gentle humor. When...

Assalamu Alaikum, When the summer heat rises, so do the challenges for our eyes. Whether you’re out for groceries, a jog, or just scrolling online, revealing images are everywhere — pulling our gaze and distracting our hearts. ALLAH ﷻ clearly commands: > “Tell the believing men to lower their gaze and guard their chastity… and tell the believing women to do the same…” (Surah An-Nur 24:30–31) Why does ALLAH ﷻ ask us to guard our gaze? Because our eyes are doors to our heart and mind. If we leave them unprotected, they flood our mind with distractions that weaken our focus and connection with ALLAH ﷻ. 🔎 Why One Look Costs So Much ✅ It steals your creativity. That quick glance may feel harmless, but the pleasure you get from it drains your brain’s energy. Meaningful work like reading, writing, or deep thinking suddenly feels boring. ✅ It breaks your focus. Each inappropriate image is like an open tab in your brain. Hours later, it pops up in your thoughts, prayers, and even your marri...

In our lives, we put immense effort into our outward appearance—our clothing, our speech, and the way we present ourselves. We memorize grand words, refine our expressions, and polish our external image. But how often do we focus on purifying our hearts? The reality is that without a pure heart, our external efforts are meaningless in the sight of ALLAH ﷻ. Imagine a glass with just a little impurity. Even if it is cleaned, people may hesitate to drink from it because they have seen the impurity before. Likewise, if the heart is filled with filth—hatred, jealousy, envy, or arrogance—how can the love of ALLAH ﷻ reside in it? How can a person with such a heart attain closeness to ALLAH ﷻ? The Harm of Jealousy, Hatred, and Division A major problem in our societies today is that different groups, sects, and spiritual circles often see each other with suspicion. Instead of purifying their hearts, they focus on proving others wrong. True spirituality (Tasawwuf) teaches a person humility—belie...