“The fact that a man who died 299 years ago is today on the front pages of most of Britain’s newspapers suggests that Bristol has not been brilliant at coming…
Incendiary Rage & the Remnants of Self-Destruction
As we observe the aftermath of George Floyd’s very public murder, the anticipated analyses regarding the efficacy of the riots and looting that ensued have, once again, become the focus…
The kneed for Justice: When taking a knee is an abuse of privilege
A reflection on recent events in the US will continue to illustrate an ugly reality; Black lives are of little or no consequence to the country’s sociocultural or political context…
The Black Death: Society’s Scourge
Similar to today’s coronavirus pandemic, the Black Death apparently originated in Central or East Asia where it spread to the Crimea before arriving at the shores of Europe in October…
Covert19: Weaving a wwweb. of Lies & Misinformation?
There is nothing quite like ample free time to fuel conspiracy theories during a global crisis. While this is understandable, due to the climate of anxiety and fear surrounding the…
Unanticipated Ordeals vs. Expectations of the Believer
Friday Sermon Archive Series The following excerpt provides timeless advice – more than 25 years after it was first given – on matters requiring reflection, focus and action. Sheikh Abu…
Straight from the Heart: Elders’ Advice to the Youth
Friday Sermon Archive Series, delivered 9th November 2000 & revised 18th May 2001 Introduction In the previous sermon, we looked at some of the main responsibilities[1] of the Muslim; today we…
The Consequences of Bad Companionship
Friday Sermon Archive Series, delivered 28th December 2000 Introduction From the many traps of Iblis is that he places amongst Muslims, both the weak and the strong, companions who call…
No one to blame but ourselves: The harmful effect of sins
Friday Sermon Archives Series, delivered 5th January 2001 Introduction From Sahl ibn Sa’d who said that Allaah’s Messenger said; “Beware of sins which are treated as being minor, just like a people…
A Time to Reflect: Purification of the Mind, Body & Soul
Friday Sermon Archive Series, delivered 7th April 2000 Introduction:Today we shall consider some of the aspects of purification & cleanliness in Islam. Allah tells us in Suratul Baqarah (2:222); “Truly Allah…