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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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Donate for Laylatul Qadr and Empower GTAF with Monthly Donation
As the blessed last 10 days of Ramadan is beginning, Muslims around the world are preparing to seek the benefits of Laylatul Qadr, a night that is better than a thousand months. Imagine the immense rewards and blessings that can be earned in just one night! With Gtaf, you can donate regularly during the last…
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Introducing SearchDeen: Your Trustworthy Search Engine for Authentic Islamic References
It was narrated from Jabir that : The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: “Ask Allah for beneficial knowledge and seek refuge with Allah from knowledge that is of no benefit.” Sunan Ibn Majah 3843 Our religion is full of beneficial knowledge, and the ones willing can be fascinated by its vastness and comprehensiveness. And it…
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What We Have Achieved in Year 2022
Over the past year, our organization has made significant strides towards achieving our goals. We’ve taken concrete steps to become more organized, enhancing our performance and efficiency. At the same time, we’ve worked hard to engage more closely with our users to better understand their needs and concerns. Throughout this period, we’ve remained committed to…
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13 Best Apps for Ramadan for Android and iOS in 2026 📲
This Ramadan, let your phone support your worship rather than pull you away from it. The right Islamic apps can help you stay consistent with Quran reading, prayer, and fasting, while keeping your days organised. Below, we’ve selected the best Ramadan apps for Android and iOS to help you make the most of this blessed…
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Best Quran Study Tool is now available for Windows!
Assalamu ‘alaykum wa rahmatullah. Dear GTAF family, we are ecstatic to announce that we have finally launched the much-awaited desktop version of our Quran app, alhamdulillah. We have received numerous requests for this specific release, and we know how you all have longed for a desktop app for quite some time now. It was about…
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Our Achievements in Q3 2022! 🚀
Bismillahir rahmanir rahim. Assalamu ‘alaykum! May Allah reward you for your continuous support. We wanted to share a few of our notable achievements in the last quarter. New Hires: We have added two more Mobile Developers in our team and a Senior Backend Developer. Please welcome Saad, Abid and Sayem into the team. May Allah…
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