SpiritualityMay 17, 20264 min
Do Not Despise Any Good, Even a Smiling Face
A short reminder based on the hadith 'Do not despise any good deed' about the value of a smile, gentle manners, and a welcoming face.
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SpiritualityMay 5, 20266 min
48 Questions About Fasting: A Compilation of Answers by Sheikh Ibn Uthaymine
A selection of questions and answers from the book '48 Questions About Fasting' by Sheikh Ibn Uthaymine, covering the night prayer, following the imam, and making the most of Ramadan.
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Arabic LanguageMay 3, 202618 min
How to Read Arabic Without Vowel Marks
Madinah Guide offers a clear, progressive method for learning to read unvowelled Arabic, with explanations, practical examples, exercises, and a full answer key.
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HistoryApril 28, 20269 min
Why Did Islam Spread?
An excerpt from the Algerian journal Ach-Chihab on the reasons for the rapid spread of Islam, with vocalized Arabic text and a complete English translation.
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SpiritualityApril 26, 20263 min
Reward for Reading the Quran in Another Language: Meditation vs. Recitation
Are we rewarded if we read the translation of the Quran? Scholars distinguish meditation (Tadabbur) from recitation.
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SpiritualityApril 25, 20263 min
Fatwa of Sheikh Ibn Uthaymeen: Combining prayers, especially for school
A fatwa clarifying the rules regarding the combining of prayers for students who cannot pray on time at school or university.
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HistoryApril 14, 20266 min
The Cause of the Muslims' Decline According to Chakib Arslan
An excerpt from Chakib Arslan's book on the historical and moral causes of Muslim decline, and on what once made the early generations strong.
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ProgramApril 13, 20266 min
Can you make good use of your summer with intensive Quran and Arabic courses?
Why summer can be the right time to study Arabic and the Quran with MadinahGuide, who the program is for, and what makes our support different.
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GuideApril 12, 20265 min
Joining the Islamic University of Madinah: conditions, advice and support
Discover the admission requirements, application steps, and practical tips to maximize your chances of joining the Islamic University of Madinah.
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SpiritualityApril 11, 20264 min
A Forgotten Sunnah: At-tafaqqud
Discover the forgotten sunnah of At-tafaqqud: the art of checking on others, taking care of the absent, and giving importance to those around us.
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GuideApril 10, 20263 min
What is the food budget when spending time in Madinah?
A practical overview of living costs and food budget in Madinah, from fast food to money-saving tips and local supermarkets.
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HistoryFebruary 19, 20265 min
Lenin and Islam: An Aborted Encounter - Pr. Muhammad Hamidullah
Excerpt from an article by Professor Muhammad Hamidullah revealing a little-known historical reflection by Lenin on the place of religion and Islam in communism.
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SpiritualityFebruary 1, 20268 min
Why Pray Only in Arabic? - Pr. Muhammad Hamidullah
Article by the renowned scholar Muhammad Hamidullah explaining the profound reasons why Muslims pray exclusively in Arabic, the language of the Quranic Revelation.
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CultureJanuary 31, 202612 min
The History of Arabic Language: Origins, Importance and Eloquence
Discover the fascinating history of the Arabic language: its origins, why it is so important in Islam, who mastered it best, and its role in preserving the Quran.
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ProgramDecember 21, 202510 min
Arabic Courses in Madinah: Program, Rates & Registration 2026
Everything you need to know about Arabic courses in Madinah: detailed program, 2026 rates, available sessions, accommodation included. Complete registration guide.
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