Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem,

Barakah — a small word with a world of meaning. It’s that invisible blessing that makes a little go a long way. It’s the secret sweetness in a simple meal, the calm in a busy heart, and the unseen help that carries us through life’s weightiest moments. In today’s fast-paced world, where everything moves quickly and yet never seems enough, barakah reminds us to pause, breathe, and return to Allah — the Source of all abundance.

This issue of our magazine is dedicated to rediscovering that sacred balance. Whether it’s finding barakah in our time, our relationships, our homes, or our health, every page invites you to see ordinary life through the lens of gratitude and faith.

For parents, we explore how to nurture homes filled with warmth and dua. For youth, we offer tools to find purpose and productivity grounded in spirituality. For children, we’ve crafted stories and poems that plant the seeds of gratitude early — reminding them that even the smallest good deed carries great reward.

As you turn each page, I invite you to slow down and reflect: Where have I seen barakah today? In a smile, a prayer answered, or the stillness of Fajr?

May this issue inspire hearts, strengthen families, and remind us all that true success lies not in having more — but in being content with what Allah has already given.

With duas and gratitude,

Rimza Riyas, Fazra Nazoordeen & Azmina Rushdy