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How to Maintain Spirituality after Hajj? 5 Tips for Life after Hajj
Hajj is a profound spiritual journey for Muslims. It is a perfect time for self-reflection, repentance, and seeking forgiveness from Allah. It’s mentioned in the Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim that Allah makes one innocent, like a newborn, after performing Hajj. So, after cleansing your sins, it’s important to maintain spirituality. It’s true that we’ll…
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What is the Day of Ashura: History, Significance, Do’s & Don’ts
The 10th of Muharram, known as Ashura, is a special and meaningful day for Muslims. It’s a day full of history, blessings, and important reminders. On this day, Allah saved Prophet Musa (AS) and his people from Pharaoh. It shows us how Allah’s help and mercy can be. But Ashura isn’t just about what happened…
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The Descendants of Ibrahim (AS): Pre-Prophethood [Seerah Ep 1]
Assalamualaikum warahmatullah, Dear GTAF Family, Alhamdulillah, we are going to start a new series of blog posts on the Seerah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. This will highlight the events of the life of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ from the Prophetic Timeline by MRDF. In this series, we will classify the life journey of Allah’s…
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The Month of Muharram 2026: Virtues and To-Do Lists
Muharram is the first month of the Islamic (Hijri) year, and it’s not just any month. It’s one of the four sacred months in Islam and is known as “the month of Allah.” Just imagine how special that is! This blessed month is a great chance to do more good deeds like fasting, praying, and…
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What is Qurbani: Know the Qurbani Basics, Virtues & Rules
Qurbani is a significant Islamic rite observed during Eid al-Adha every year. It reminds us of the great sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and the spirit of submission to Allah. As we prepare for Qurbani this year, many of us ask a few vital questions: what is Qurbani, who has to give Qurbani, what kind…
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11+ Good Deeds That Have the Same Rewards as Hajj
Hajj is a significant act of worship for Muslims. It is one of the five pillars of Islam, and every Muslim wants to perform Hajj at least once in life. According to hadith, the reward of an accepted Hajj is nothing but Jannah. If you can’t do Hajj now, you will be happy to know…
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How to Perform Hajj: Complete Hajj Guideline 2026
Hajj is obligatory for every able Muslim. This sacred journey wipes away sins, renews your faith, and guarantees Jannah for an accepted Hajj. The pilgrimage takes place from the 8th to 13th of Dhul Hijjah each year. In 2026, Hajj is expected to happen from 25 to 30 May, insha’Allah. Learning how to perform Hajj…
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The Compelling History of Hajj Pilgrimage
Have you ever wondered where the powerful rituals of Hajj come from? This sacred journey didn’t begin recently; it dates all the way back to Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and was later revived by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Every step of Hajj carries deep meaning, rooted in faith, sacrifice, and submission to Allah. Hajj is one of…
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When is the Day of Arafah 2026: Don’t Miss the Special Rewards 💖
The Day of Arafah is one of the best days of the year for Muslims. On the 9th of Dhul Hijjah, pilgrims gather on the plain of Arafah and recite the dua taught by the Prophet ﷺ. Even if you’re not performing Hajj, you can still earn great rewards by fasting, increasing dhikr, seeking forgiveness,…
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First 10 Days of Dhul Hijjah 2026: Significance + 10 Good Deeds to Do
Did you know the first 10 days of Dhul Hijjah are the best days of the year, a second chance after Ramadan to earn immense rewards? Hajj, Qurbani, and the Day of Arafah fall within these days. According to Sunnah, it’s recommended to fast on the first 9 days, especially on the day of Arafah.…
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