Author Archives: Imam Salim Chishti

Shaban 1447

With the coming of Shaban we are reminded that our beloved guest, Ramadan, will soon be here. We prepare our innermost self for the arrival and pray that Allah (swt) will bring us once again to that sacred meeting. “Sweep … Continue reading

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Lailat ul Miraj Mubarak!

Night of 27 Rajab AH (January 16, 2026) Believe! سبحان الذي اسرى بعبده ليلا من المسجد الحرام الى المسجد الاقصى الذي باركنا حوله لنريه من اياتنا انه هو السميع البصير [17.01] Subhana allathee asra bi’abdihi laylan mina almasjidi alharami ‘ila … Continue reading

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Preparing for Ramadan – Rajab 2

As we progress through this month we are aware of the approach of Ramadan coming on the horizon. Our preparations for reaching that sacred time can prepare our heart for all the inner works and insights available to us during … Continue reading

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The Sound of Silence

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Preparing for Ramadan – Rajab I

Introduction Each year as we approach the holy month of Ramadan we travel through two other months designated as sacred months in the Qur’an and Hadith. First we come to the seventh month of the Hijri year – Rajab, and … Continue reading

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