Interview with Mr. Raziuddin Syed – Author, Columnist, Researcher, and Translator
Interview conducted by Fattah Moeen – Freelance writer and novelist, who is currently pursuing a degree in software engineering Mr. Raziuddin Syed has translated over
Why are Children Iron Deficient?
By Atiya Bashir – Consultant Pediatrician, Al Ahli Hospital, Doha, Qatar Importance of Iron in One’s Body Iron is a crucial part of the hemoglobin
Al-Qawwam: The Muslim Family Man
At a feminist discussion forum I attended, participants found it quite unsettling that the Quran establishes men as the Qawwam of their families. This is
Go to the Next Level with the Quran
When we sit down for reciting the Quran, the sincerity of intention is the most important. We constantly have to remind ourselves that actions are
The Law of Reciprocity
Omar had worked very hard on building his business. He was considered to be the market leader and a social influencer. His friend Tauqir wanted
Why Bother Doing Good?
The Walking Dead Who are these people? They are the ones whom Allah (swt) has blessed with bounties they cannot feel, realize, or share. On
Coolness of my Eyes – A True Love Story
I have always been very sensitive to human suffering. Growing up in the post 9/11 world drew me to seek answers and solace through faith
How do you give love, and how does your child receive it?
Know the perceived gap. Neda Mulji, the author of “The Love Connection” states that “as opposed to animals, the human infant is born in a
Al-Muhaymin: The Overseer, the Protector and the Guardian
Allah (swt) calls Himself Al-Muhaymin – the Guardian, the Witness, the Overseer هُوَ اللَّهُ الَّذِي لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْمَلِكُ الْقُدُّوسُ السَّلَامُ الْمُؤْمِنُ الْمُهَيْمِنُ الْعَزِيزُ
Lubabah (rtaf) – The Respected Aunt of the Muslim Community
Lubabah (rtaf), the wife of Al-Abbas (rtam), the paternal uncle of the Prophet (sa), is better known by her Kunniyat as Umm-al-Fadl. A fearless and
When Kids Go Astray
The Quran presents the essence of parenting through case studies. It is incredible how Allah (swt) has offered an example of every kind of family,
Fathers First
Basic education for character building is often forgotten today. Schools assume it is happening at home, and families assume that school academics are sufficient. As
Parenting in the 21st Century
As children, we have heard our parents quote maxims to justify the rules and principles that they lay for defining the values and boundaries we
Editorial – Parenting in the 21st century
Parenting is a role of leadership. Every human being has the capacity to become a leader; however, whether he wants to or not is his
Beyond Patience: Understanding Sabr in Islam
By Ammar Awais – Team writer Hiba magazine Sabr is among the core concepts discussed in the Quran, which urges the believers to remain patient
Zaynab bint Muhammad (rta)
By Sadaf Azhar – Sub-Editor, Hiba magazine Early life Zaynab al-Kubra, the oldest daughter of the Prophet (sa), her story is poignant, reflecting the immense
Which Category Does Your Heart Belong to?
By Umm Zahra – Hiba magazine content writer Physically a heart may be pumping blood to the whole body and fulfilling its function, however Allah
Islamic Perspective on the Five OCEAN Personality Traits
by Ammar Awais – Hiba magazine Team writer Every individual possesses a set of dominant traits that collectively define his or her personality. Understanding our
Dealing with teenagers who don’t pray Salah
by Umm Zahra – Hiba magazine’s team writer After commanding us to worship Him, Allah (swt) informs humanity, through the Quran, of the various types
Is your heart alive?
By Umm Isam – Freelance writer Hiba magazine Does your heart fear Allah (swt)? There was once a wealthy man from the Bani Israil, who
Worshipping Allah ‘Ar-Rabb’
by Umm Isam – Hiba magazine Content Writer Allah (swt) describes His Majesty in the Quran: “All praise is due to Allah, the Lord of
Earning Halal Rizq for Self and Others
By Bilal Naeem – Hiba magazine Team writer – Lahore The Messenger of Allah (SA) said: “Whoever is focused only on this world, Allah will
Worshipping Allah ‘Al-Faatir’
by Umm Isam – Hiba magazine Content Writer Allah (swt) describes His Majesty in the Quran: “Say, ‘Is it other than Allah I should take
“Life of the heart – Why is it critical?”
Rana Rais Khan – Founder Hiba Family Resource Centre What is Hayaat e Tayyabah? A pure life? How is it related to the aliveness of
Do Good Deeds Extend My Life?
Azka Javeria, Hiba’s team writer figures out some crucial answers based on Dr. Omer Suleiman’s Ramadan series entitled ‘Why Me?’ The Role of Charity Zainab
Al-Shifa: the Healer and Scholar
By Sadaf Azhar – Hiba magazine Sub-Editor Life in Makkah: Laila bint Abdullah al Adawiyyah was her real name and she was nicknamed Al Shifa
Worshipping Allah ‘Al-Qareeb’
by Umm Isam – Hiba magazine Content Writer When the Sahabah asked Prophet Muhammad (sa), “Is Allah (swt) close to us?” Allah (swt) addressed them
Ways to Hold Space in Times of Grief and Loss
By Farheen Moin “We need acknowledgement and tender witnessing of our losses.” ~ Gina Moffa Grief is not easy to witness. It is a
Top 10 facts about the Muslim Rule in the Subcontinent
by Umm Zahra – Hiba magazine’s content writer Since the BJP came to power in India, they decided to distort history, shaping false narratives. Their
Gaza Burns; The World Debates
Visuals from Gaza depict harrowing scenes: plastic bags filled with bloodstained, charred body parts, pools of blood soaking the ground, and infrastructure reduced to rubble
Top Facts That Your Child Needs to Know about Pakistan’s Freedom Movement
Sumaira Dada goes back in time to recap the main events leading to Pakistan’s independence that the children of today need to know.
India Say Pakistan Ka Safar
Exclusive interview with Rehana Rais Khan, author of Nani Ki Kahaniyan, who talks about migrating from India to Pakistan in 1947.
Journey to Pakistan’s Independence – What We Need to Know
Even though most of us are aware of the importance of Pakistan Day and the Independence Day, we may not completely know about the events which led to these. The beliefs and efforts put into the making of this nation provide a code of ethics for us and our children. Here are six facts about the Pakistan Movement we all should know and educate our children accordingly
Language as an Instrument of the Dehumanization of Palestine
Maryam Sakeenah – Hiba Magazine Team Writer A cursory look at the history of the implantation of the Zionist state in the heart of
Abu Sufyan bin Harith (rta) -The Prophet’s (saw) foster brother
By Sadaf Azhar – Sub Editor Hiba magazine Astonishingly, amongst the least praiseworthy group of Companions who accepted Islam after the Conquest of Makkah in
REMEMBERING A GENOCIDE IN THE MIDST OF ANOTHER
by Maryam Sakeenah – Hiba magazine team writer On 11th July 2024, the UN commemorated the Srebrenica Genocide of 1995 with statements and speeches by
Learning to Let Go
By Umm Isam Writer and Human Resource Trainer Controlling comes to many parents naturally and quite spontaneously regardless of the age of the child. It
Reality of the heart – Physical and Spiritual
by Umm Zahra – Hiba Magazine Team Writer The Holy Quran states: “And Allah has extracted you from the wombs of your mothers not knowing
5 INSTANT WAYS TO ATTAIN ALLAH’S (SWT) MERCY
By Dr.Hira Mateen – Dental Surgeon and freelance writer There are numerous ways explained in the Quran and Sunnah on how to attain Allah’s (swt)
Is there such a thing as ‘Setting Boundaries’ in Islam?
By Alia Moin Adil Certified Life Coach, Freelance Writer (Profile: linkedin.com/in/alia-moin) Lately, there has been a lot of talk about setting boundaries. Whether at
Worshipping Allah ‘Al-Muheet’
by Umm Isam – Hiba magazine Content Writer Allah (swt) describes His Majesty in the Quran as: “And to Allah belongs whatever is in the
Why Takbeerat? The power of ‘Allah o Akbar’
Umm Zahra – freelance writer “Allah o Akbar” means Allah (swt) is the greatest. How great do you think Allah (swt) is? Well answer the
Hajj – Journey of Faith
By Ahmed Ali Siddiqui – Hiba magazine’s Guest writer In the city of Makkah, souls converge, In pilgrimage, hearts begin to surge. Amidst the sands,
The Desire for Martyrdom- the Epitome of Faith
by Muqadas Ghumman – freelance writer The Shuhada’ (martyrs) of Gaza sparked a love of martyrdom (Shahada) in my heart but the spark slowly
Why was Adam (as) sent to the world?
By Umm Amal – Hiba magazine content writer Was Adam (as) expelled from Jannah and sent to this earth as a punishment? Are we here
Bring Dr Aafia Siddiqui Back Home
She dreamt to revolutionize Pakistan’s muddled educational system. Coupled with her vision to bring her PhD thesis to life by laying foundations in AI, Dr.
Worshipping Allah, ‘Al-Badeey’
by Umm Isam Allah (swt) describes His Majesty in the Quran as: “Originator of the heavens and the earth. When He decrees a matter, He
Children of Gaza
By Ahmed Ali Siddiqui In Gaza’s streets, where shadows dwell, Children’s laughter- a distant bell. Amidst the rubble they play, Innocent hearts under skies gray.
Worshipping Allah, At-Tawwaab
by Umm Isam “… And fear Allah; indeed, Allah is Accepting of Repentance and Merciful.” (Al Hujurat 49: 12) At-Tawwaab, one of Allah’s (swt) beautiful
Umm Waraqah bint Abdullah ibn Harith (rta): The Martyred Hafidhah
We have just observed the month of the Quran, Ramadan, so it is pertinent to commemorate the lives of some of the earliest reciters and
Worshipping Allah ‘As-Sitteer’
by Umm Isam – Content Writer The Prophet (sa) stated: “Allah Glorified and Sublime be He, is modest and concealing, and He loves modesty
Palestine, an ancient land of dreams
By Ahmed Ali Siddiqui In Palestine, an ancient land of dreams, Where olive trees and desert sands gleam, A people longing for freedom’s light, Have
Abdur Rahman bin Awf (rta): A Generous Businessman
By Sadaf Azhar Abdur Rahman bin Awf (rta) was one of the ten blessed companions who were promised Jannah by the Prophet (sa). An extremely
Abdur Rahman bin Awf (rta): A slave of Allah (swt)
By Sadaf Azhar – Sub Editor Hiba magazine Abdur Rahman bin Awf (rta) was one of the ten blessed Companions who were promised Jannah by
Worshipping Allah Al-Mannaan
By Umm Isam Prophet (sa) supplicated to Allah (swt): “O Allah, I ask You, as You are the Owner of praise, there is none worthy
A Ramadan to learn Adab before you gain Ilm
Lessons from Mufti Abdur Rahman Waheed The ‘classroom’ of the Prophet (sa) was unique because this was the only classroom where each ‘student’ (the Companions)
Family Ramadan Goals
By Sadaf Azhar The literal meaning of the word Ramadan is excessive heat or very light rain after extreme heat. If we spend the month
Ichra Incident: Some Points to Ponder
By Ammar Awais Incidents of mob violence have become a frequent occurrence in Pakistan. The recent episode in Lahore’s Ichra Bazaar was yet another example
How The Youth is Shaping the #FreePalestine Movement
By Maryam Sohaib – Freelance writer The last few months have left humanity reeling from brutality. Israel’s offensive in Gaza has killed more than ten
Agla Qadam (The next step)
By Alia Moin Adil and Umm Isam Freelance Writer, Certified Life Coach and Hiba Magazine Writers During the current testing times, when we are witnessing
Rajab- the Second Sacred Month
Huma Najam ul Hassan’s talk titled ‘Rajab’ Transcribed by Sadaf Azhar Rajab is the seventh month of the lunar calendar and one of the four
Worshipping Allah Al-Ghani
By Umm Isam – “Hiba” magazine content writer Allah (swt) states in the Quran about Himself: “O mankind, you are those in need of Allah,
A new vision for Saudi Arabian Tourism?
Al Ula is also known as The Land of Thamud, the very place where the people of Thamud lived and were destroyed for disobeying Allah (swt).
Social Media – The Cons & Cons
By Hamna Salman – Hiba magazine Team Writer Social media will destroy you. The addiction to screens will eat you up alive. All these kids
Corporal Punishment in Schools and Madrassahs
By Ammar Awais Corporal punishment means using physical force to cause someone pain as a form of disciplining. It typically includes slapping, hitting, shaking, and
Abdullah bin Masood (rta): The Mighty Legacy of the Quran
By Sadaf Azhar – Hiba magazine’s Sub-Editor Abdullah ibn Masood (rta) is the blessed Companion who transmitted the legacy of Quran and narrated Ahadith that
Beyond the Borders – Palestine and Me
By Noureen Amer and Maryam Sakeenah “She’s Reem,” said my little Khadija Naming her new dollie… Plastic is more durable Than human flesh these
Isa (as) – A Vital Piece to the Puzzle
The mention of Isa’s (as) or Jesus’ life has been scripted in such an enthralling manner in the Quran that if words could paint a picture, they would have presented a beautiful portrait of this remarkable personality, writes Rana Rais Khan
LITTLE FACE IN THE RUBBLE (A tribute to the children of war)
By Maryam Sakeenah Little face in the rubble… If you could speak From your midget-coffin- If your sweet voice could carry through Your little mouth
Worshipping Allah An-Noor
By Umm Isam “Allah is the light of the heavens and the earth. The example of His light is like a niche within which is
The Famine Preceding the Hour and Remembrance of Allah (swt)
By Haris Farooq – Marketing expert and blogger Allah (swt) says in the Quran: “And [that they may know] that the Hour is coming -no
Preparing Muslim Children for Higher Education
By Sadaf Azhar – Hiba magazine Sub Editor Over the years, colleges and universities have evolved, allowing students a wider range of courses and co-curricular
Hijab
By Humna Salman – Hiba magazine team writer It is just a piece of cloth. It is just a piece of cloth. It is just
Help will not arrive until…
By Rana Rais Khan – Editor-in-Chief Hiba magazine The wonderfully mysterious companions of the prophet (sa) Abdullah ibn Masud (rta) reported: He was harvesting tooth
Why Palestine is the Holy Land? (It’s the Land of the Prophets)
Omar Sulaiman’s video transcription by Imama Mufti – Hiba magazine team writer I wanted to actually draw your attention to this concept of a
What is Allama Iqbal’s Message For Us?
by Bilal Naeem and Umm Zahra – Hiba’s team writers (The article is based on excerpts of a talk by Dr. Rehan Ahmed Yousufi –
Freedom Fighters’ Gallery – Dr. Muhammad Allama Iqbal
Freedom Fighters’ Gallery Dr. Muhammad Allama Iqbal by Isam Hanif Majeed He is known as one of the greatest poets of all time. He had
‘My time in Europe truly made me a Muslim’ Allama Iqbal
by Rana Rais Khan – Editor-in-Chief Hiba magazine Anybody who speaks Urdu and understands Persian is well-acquainted with the harbinger of change – Dr.Muhammad
Lessons from the Conquest of Jerusalem by Omar bin Khattab (rta)
By Sadaf Azhar – Sub Editor Hiba magazine During the Makkan period of the Prophet’s (sa) life, in 614, the Persians took Jerusalem from the
Back to School Nutrition for Children
Azka Javeria, Hiba magazine team writer Mothers, the fact that your child doesn’t want to eat breakfast, comes home tired, or is always hungry
The Sea of Galilee – The Water Clock for Muslims
The Sea of Galilee is an important historical and geographical location that is situated at the junction of four countries: Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, and Israel.
The Miraculous Interstellar Journey
Al-Isra wal-Miraj is also a miracle just as the revelation of the Quran is. The Prophet (sa) was transported from Masjid Al-Haram (in Makkah) to Masjid Al-Aqsa
Recite Qunoot-e-Nazilah for Muslims Suffering Everywhere
What is Qunoot-e-Nazila? Why should it be recited? When did the Prophet (sa) recite it? Find out all this and more in this informative article.
All About Palestine
Where is Palestine? Palestine is a beautiful country in the Middle East with valleys, mountains, and rivers. It has trees on which the world’s most
Ask hibakidz – Palestine
My name is Meriam. I and my friends have been very sad and angry after watching how Muslim children are being killed in Palestine. We
Palestine Bleeds, but You Can Save It!
Palestine Bleeds, but You Can Save It! By Umm Zahra – Freelance writer Educate yourself and others about Zionism It is important to understand the
The Story of Palestine
The Story of Palestine Amal Hanif The Israeli state claims that Muslims have always been enemies to Jews. Therefore, Israel justifies its own creation and
THE ECONOMICS OF AN OCCUPATION
Maryam Sakeenah – Hiba magazine’s team writer Early in July 2023, Israel launched a massive military onslaught on the refugee camps in Jenin in the
Salahuddin Ayyubi
Uzma Rizvi recounts the achievements that made Salahuddin Ayyubi one of history’s most renowned Sultans The name of Salahuddin Ayyubi, also known as Saladin in
Israel and Palestine – who is the oppressed and what should be our response?
By Azka Javeria and Umm Zahra When discussing Palestine and Israel, most people forget to mention a very crucial event- the expulsion of the Jews
Artificial Intelligence: Challenges, Fears and Potential
Based on OnePath Network’s interview with Dr.Waleed Kadous, Chief Scientist in Silicon Valley Artificial Intelligence, or AI, is now a fast developing reality that can
The Four Tasks of Prophet Muhammad (sa)
By Rana Rais Khan – Founder, “Hiba” Family Resource Centre “It is He, Who has sent among the unlettered (Arabs) a messenger from themselves reciting
Overcoming Sadness
By Alia Moin Adil – Certified Life Coach and Freelance Writer Ultimate peace can only be found in Jannah. In Duniya, we can only strive
Lessons from Ali (rta) and Fatima’s (rta) Marriage
By Sadaf Azhar – Sub Editor Hiba magazine The Prophet (sa) chose Ali (rta) for his most beloved daughter Fatima (rta) and prayed for this
In Muhammad (sa) Lies the Ideal Model for You to Practice
The life of Prophet Muhammad (sa) has many lessons for us to implement, even in today’s world. Raziuddin Syed takes a look at how the Prophet (sa) should be our ideal role model.
Rabi-ul Awwal: Hold fast to the Sunnah
Transcibed By: Sadaf Azhar Across the Muslim world, especially in the subcontinent and countries such as Egypt, the third month of the Islamic calendar, Rabi-ul-Awwal,
Sunnah – Why should we follow it?
By Naureen Aqeel Allah (swt) has a unique way of teaching His servants some vital points. No action of His is without wisdom. Thus, we
The Prophet (sa) and Us
We live in a world desperately seeking heroes. Of skepticism: “He ‘looks’ so religious. Hmm, I wonder what the REAL story is!” Of mistrust: “Give
The Smile of the Prophet (sa)
Prophet Muhammad (sa) bore great hardships throughout his life, particularly in the years of his prophethood. Indeed, some of the tragedies he encountered – including
Combatting Your Ego: Lessons from the Seerah
Let us explore certain traits of the Prophet (sa) and incidents from the Seerah that should motivate us to combat our ego and adopt humility.