Articles by an-Nawawi

The Joy of Repentance

A hadith illustrates God's immense joy and forgiveness for sincere repentance, comparing it to a man's relief at finding his lost camel in a desolate land.

an-NawawiMar 72 min read

ihsan

Silence and Supplication

Asceticism, guarded speech, and righteous companionship form the bedrock of the spiritual path—illustrated by a pilgrim's humble supplication at Muzdalifah.

an-NawawiMar 12 min read

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Preserving Sacred Knowledge

Acquiring, preserving, and gently sharing sacred knowledge is a duty owed to God and to all who benefit—an act that earns divine pleasure.

an-NawawiFeb 272 min read

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The Pilgrim's Conduct

Senior scholars advise embracing asceticism, guarding one’s speech, and keeping company with the obedient, illustrated by a pilgrim’s repeated prayer at Muzdalifah and his modest reliance on God.

an-NawawiFeb 272 min read

seerah

A Handful of Dates and Paradise

At Badr, the Prophet ﷺ promised his companions Paradise—prompting one man to joyfully discard his provisions and fight until he achieved martyrdom.

an-NawawiNov 26, 20252 min read

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Paradise for Those Who Strive

The Prophet ﷺ promised Paradise to those who fight for God alone, described their honor on Judgment Day, and expressed his own longing for martyrdom.

an-NawawiNov 26, 20252 min read

aqeedah

A Prophet Warns His People

The Prophet ﷺ declares that every prophet must guide and warn his people, foretells future trials, and commands believers to uphold faith, justice, and rightful leadership.

an-NawawiNov 26, 20252 min read

ihsan

Intentions on Judgment Day

A hadith warns that deeds done for worldly praise, even martyrdom or charity, will be judged as insincere and lead to punishment.

an-NawawiNov 26, 20252 min read

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Avoid Envy and Suspicion

The Prophet ﷺ warns against suspicion, envy, and spying, urging believers to live as brothers who honor one another—for God values your heart and deeds above all.

an-NawawiNov 26, 20252 min read

aqeedah

The Prophet's Intercession

On Judgment Day, the great prophets decline to intercede—but Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is granted the honor of intercession, securing Paradise for countless followers.

an-NawawiNov 25, 20252 min read

aqeedah

The Return of Jesus

A hadith foretells the false messiah's arrival, Jesus' return to defeat him, a period of peace, a final divine wind, and the ultimate resurrection and judgment of mankind.

an-NawawiNov 25, 20252 min read

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Where Angels Gather

Angels seek out gatherings for God's remembrance, reporting the group's praises and pleas to God, who grants them forgiveness. Even an attendee with other needs benefits.

an-NawawiNov 25, 20252 min read

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Praises That Elevate the Poor

The Prophet ﷺ taught that reciting praise to God thirty-three times after each prayer allows the poor to attain the same spiritual rank as the wealthy.

an-NawawiNov 25, 20252 min read

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Prayer, Fasting, Charity

A man asks the Prophet ﷺ about Islam's obligations. Told that prayer, fasting, and alms suffice, he vows to do exactly these—and is promised success.

an-NawawiNov 25, 20252 min read

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Devotion and Daily Life

A companion feared hypocrisy because his devotion wavered. The Prophet ﷺ reassured him: life alternates between worship and worldly affairs.

an-NawawiNov 25, 20252 min read

aqeedah

Those Who Enter Without Account

The Prophet ﷺ describes 70,000 who will enter Paradise without judgment—people who shunned charms and omens, relying solely on God.

an-NawawiNov 24, 20252 min read

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Righteous Company

A man who murdered a hundred people is granted God's mercy after sincere repentance, as divine measure proves his intent to reach a righteous community.

an-NawawiNov 24, 20252 min read

ihsan

Three Men Saved by Sincerity

A hadith tells of three men saved from a cave-in by each recalling a sincere, selfless deed and praying to God for deliverance.

an-NawawiNov 24, 20252 min read

quran

Retaining the Quran

To build lasting memory, structure verses using images and stories, turning it into an accessible mental home rather than chaotic storage.

an-NawawiNov 23, 20252 min read

quran

A Quran Memorization Method

Organize memorization into layered structures by linking meanings to stories and images. This creates a durable, accessible mental home instead of a chaotic clutter.

The Joy of Repentance

The Joy of Repentance

Silence and Supplication

Silence and Supplication

Preserving Sacred Knowledge

Preserving Sacred Knowledge

The Pilgrim's Conduct

The Pilgrim's Conduct

A Handful of Dates and Paradise

A Handful of Dates and Paradise

Paradise for Those Who Strive

Paradise for Those Who Strive

A Prophet Warns His People

A Prophet Warns His People

Intentions on Judgment Day

Intentions on Judgment Day

Avoid Envy and Suspicion

Avoid Envy and Suspicion

The Prophet's Intercession

The Prophet's Intercession

The Return of Jesus

The Return of Jesus

Where Angels Gather

Where Angels Gather

Praises That Elevate the Poor

Praises That Elevate the Poor

Prayer, Fasting, Charity

Prayer, Fasting, Charity

Devotion and Daily Life

Devotion and Daily Life

Those Who Enter Without Account

Those Who Enter Without Account

Righteous Company

Righteous Company

Three Men Saved by Sincerity

Three Men Saved by Sincerity

Retaining the Quran

Retaining the Quran

A Quran Memorization Method

A Quran Memorization Method

Guarding Your Attention

Guarding Your Attention

Steady Spiritual Habits

Steady Spiritual Habits

Purifying Your Intentions

Purifying Your Intentions

On Silence

On Silence

Mercy in Disagreement

Mercy in Disagreement

Five Objectives of Islamic Law

Five Objectives of Islamic Law

Purification Without Water

Purification Without Water

The Practice of Earth Cleansing

The Practice of Earth Cleansing

When Earth Replaces Water

When Earth Replaces Water

Honoring the Quran

Honoring the Quran

Teaching the Quran to Non-Muslims

Teaching the Quran to Non-Muslims

Quran Interpretation and Debate

Quran Interpretation and Debate

How Scholars Read Scripture

How Scholars Read Scripture

Devotion to the Quran

Devotion to the Quran

The Vastness of God's Mercy

The Vastness of God's Mercy

Easing a Believer's Hardship

Easing a Believer's Hardship

Brotherhood in Islam

Brotherhood in Islam

Patience and Trust in God

Patience and Trust in God

The Lawful, the Forbidden, and the Grey

The Lawful, the Forbidden, and the Grey

When Gabriel Came to Teach

When Gabriel Came to Teach