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When the Ka’ba Was Held Hostage – The Grand Mosque Siege

35 years ago, a group of extremists took over the Masjid Al Haram. Here’s what happened… More

Do You Know Why a Female Companion of the Prophet is Buried in Cyprus?

What was she doing there and why is she buried there? Find out here… More

10 Significant Points About the Hijrah

It has been over 1400 years since the Prophet Muhammad (may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) migrated from Makkah to Madinah. This important event would change the world forever, here are 10 significant points about the Hijrah. More

Do You Know What the Historical Significance of this Place is?

Do you know what the historical significance of this place is? Find out now! More

25 Amazing Photos from Hajj 1953

Catch a glimpse of how it was like to perform Hajj in 1953 with these amazing colour photos. More

Fascinating Photos of Pilgrims from 10 Countries Travelling for Hajj in the 1880s

These fascinating photos from the 1880s feature pilgrims from 10 countries travelling for Hajj. More

Secrets of the Prophet’s Masjid – The Pillars

Discover the secrets of the special pillars found in the Prophet’s Masjid in Madinah. More

Amazing Footage of Makkah from 1930

In this amazing rare footage of Makkah from 1930, see how Makkah and the Masjid Al Haram was like nearly 85 years ago. More

10 Traits of the Khawarij

These 10 points speak about a historical group known as the Khawarij but there are many modern groups who possess traits similar to that of the deviant group and these points will help you identify them. More

When the Ottomans Came to Ireland’s Aid

This is the story about the Caliph of the Ottoman Islamic State and how he helped the Irish during the Great Irish Famine. More

This is How Caliph Umar Treated Christians Under His Rule

Islam guarantees the rights of minority religious groups under its control and ensures their safety. Christians and Jews prospered under Islamic states for hundreds of years and even gave refuge to those fleeing persecution. More

Coin from 1927 Palestine Goes to Auction for Charity

A kind brother has pledged to send this rare coin from Palestine dated 1927 to the highest bidder. More

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