“O Son of Adam, you are nothing but a number of days. Whenever each day passes, then a part of you has gone.” — Al-Hasan Al-Basri

Alhamdulillah — two important resources for the My Legacy project are now published and open for everyone to benefit from. 📘 Quick Start Guide A simple, step‑by‑step introduction to creating your Islamic will using MyLegacyWills.com. 📚 Faraid Calculation Methodology A transparent breakdown of the evidences, rules, and computational approach behind the Faraid engine — fully sourced and open for review. Both are available on GitHub for the community to read, verify, and build upon: QUICKSTART.md

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MY LEGACY - WILLS AND ESTATE PLANNER I've updated the website with a new landing page for the official beta version of the My Legacy app, with buttons to launch the free app and also link to the source code, which is available open source. I have a couple of minor updates and bug fixes to complete and deploy. After that, I'm going to collect and collate feedback before the next update, insha'Allah.

My Legacy — Islamic Estate Planner

Create your Islamic Will and calculate Faraid inheritance. AES-256 encrypted. Private. Free.

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My Legacy — Islamic Estate Planner Plan with purpose. Leave with peace. بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ Death is a certainty. What we leave behind is an amanah. My Legacy is a private, encrypted, offline-first app that helps Muslim families create Shariah-compliant Wills and calculate correct Faraid inheritance shares — for the whole family, in one secure place. No subscriptions. No cloud. No data ever leaves your device. 🔐 AES-256 Encrypted — Password-protected. Bank-grade security. Your data stays on your device. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Whole Family Profiles*l — Separate Wills and estate calculations for every family member. 📜 Islamic Will Creator — Step-by-step guidance covering funeral wishes, obligations (Hajj, Zakah, Kaffarah), Executors, Guardians, Wasiyyah, Waqf, and witness signatures. Prints a formatted legal document. ⚖️ Faraid Calculator*l — Classical Sunni fiqh across all four madhabs. Charts, breakdowns, and a printable inheritance report. 💾 Encrypted Backup — Export and restore your data across devices. No cloud account needed. 📱 Works Everywhere — Browser-based, offline-capable, installable on any device. A planning tool to help you fulfil your obligations. For binding legal advice, consult a solicitor. For fiqh validation, consult a qualified Mufti. Available for FREE on GitHub soon, insha'Allah.

Believers, do not devour usury multiplied many times over. Fear Allah, so that you may prosper. The Qur'an 3:130

Hansen Malau has created a brilliant, age‑appropriate introduction to money and Bitcoin for young children. My First Money & Bitcoin Coloring Book turns big concepts—barter, shells, gold, paper money, blockchain, and Bitcoin—into simple, joyful illustrations that kids can colour, draw, and make their own. With 42+ pages covering 21 money topics and 21 Bitcoin topics, it gently builds financial literacy in a way that feels like play. I especially love how the book includes creative prompts, a parent guide, and conversation starters for different age groups. It’s thoughtful, accessible, and genuinely useful for families who want to raise financially aware kids without overwhelming them. If your children are younger than the audience for Bitcoin Is Halal, this is a perfect starting point. Hansen—who translated Bitcoin Is Halal into Bahasa Indonesia—has crafted something lighter, friendlier, and beautifully suited for ages 4–8. A wonderful gift for curious kids and a great tool for parents beginning the money conversation at home.

One of my latest side projects is a native Lightning payments on Nostr. ⚡ ZapGate Nostr Zap Content Paywall 🔐Unlock digital contentwith sats 📡Self-Sovereign No platform, no fees, no middlemen You can use ZapGate to sell and purchase digital content using Bitcoin Lightning payments over the Nostr protocol. 👀 What Is ZapGate? ZapGate is a self-hosted, single-file web application that puts digital content downloads behind a Lightning Network zap paywall. It uses the Nostr protocol (specifically NIP-57 zap receipts and NIP-99 classified listings) so that content listings are censorship-resistant and payments are natively Bitcoin. Creators publish files, eBooks, courses, code, and any digital content with a sats price. Buyers pay via Lightning and receive instant access — no accounts, no platform cuts, no KYC. See attached image for Architecture Overview and screenshots. I'll upload on GitHub soon. Just fixing a few things as it's still a bit flaky.

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🌿 In the Shade of the Qur’an — Volume 1, sections 18-20: Context: Sayyid Qutb (1906–1966) was an Egyptian writer, educator, and one of the most influential Qur’anic commentators of the 20th century. His multi‑volume tafsīr, Fī Ẓilāl al‑Qur’ān, is not a technical or linguistic commentary but a *living*, experiential engagement with the Qur’an. Qutb wrote with moral urgency, social critique, and a deep sense of the Qur’an as a guide for building a just, God‑centred society. His commentary shaped Islamic thought globally—especially around themes of social justice, economic ethics, human dignity, and the moral foundations of community life. 📘 Summary of Sections 18–20 (Volume 1) These sections appear in Qutb’s commentary on Sūrat al‑Baqarah, where the Qur’an lays down foundational principles for a just economic and social order. 18. An Islamic Model of Social Security Core Idea Qutb argues that Islam establishes a holistic, morally grounded system of social welfare—one that protects the vulnerable while cultivating spiritual refinement in the giver. Key Themes • Ethics of Islamic Charity Charity (ṣadaqah, zakāh) is not a mere financial transaction. It is an act of worship that purifies wealth and the soul. Qutb stresses that Islamic charity is: - Voluntary in spirit, even when obligatory in law - Rooted in compassion, not condescension - A means of strengthening community bonds • Charity Coupled with Good Manners Giving must be accompanied by: - Kindness - Respect - No reminders of generosity - No emotional harm to the recipient The Qur’an condemns charity that humiliates or injures. • Giving Away the Best Qutb highlights the Qur’anic principle that believers should give from what they love, not what they discard. This builds sincerity and detaches the heart from greed. • Charity Benefits the Charitable The giver benefits spiritually, morally, and socially. Charity is a path to: - Purification - Inner peace - Divine reward • A Perfectly Integrated System Islamic social security is not a patchwork of policies—it is a comprehensive moral economy: - Zakāh - Voluntary charity - Family responsibility - Community solidarity - State oversight Together, they create a society where no one is abandoned. 19. The Evil of Usury (Ribā) Core Idea Qutb presents ribā as a moral, social, and spiritual corruption—not merely an economic issue. He treats the Qur’anic prohibition as a declaration of war against injustice. Key Themes • The Horrific Image of Usury Qutb emphasises the Qur’an’s vivid imagery: usurers “stand like those driven mad by Satan.” This symbolises: - Moral distortion - Spiritual blindness - Social exploitation • Divine Admonition Remains Unheeded Despite clear warnings, societies persist in usury. Qutb critiques modern financial systems for normalising exploitation and widening inequality. • In Perfect Contrast with Usurers Islam contrasts: - Usurers, who profit without risk - Charitable believers, who give without expecting return This contrast reveals two moral economies: - One built on greed - One built on compassion • Total War Against the Usurers Qutb highlights the Qur’anic phrase: “If you do not desist, then be informed of war from God and His Messenger.” He interprets this as: - A declaration of absolute moral opposition - A sign that ribā destroys the fabric of society - A warning that no just order can coexist with usury • Kind Treatment of Insolvent Debtors Islam protects debtors: - No pressure - No humiliation - No interest - Encouragement to forgive debts entirely This is the opposite of usurious systems that prey on the vulnerable. 20. Safeguards for Financial Transactions Core Idea Islamic law establishes meticulous procedures to ensure fairness, transparency, and accountability in financial dealings. Key Themes • Loan Arrangement and Documentation Qutb explains the Qur’anic command to: - Write down debts - Specify terms - Use witnesses - Appoint scribes This is not bureaucracy—it is protection: - Preventing disputes - Protecting the weak - Ensuring clarity Islamic finance is built on trust plus documentation. • Where Ultimate Authority Lies Qutb concludes by reminding readers that: - All contracts operate under God’s authority - Ethical conduct is not optional - The believer is accountable before God This spiritual dimension ensures that economic life remains moral, humane, and socially responsible. 🌙 In Essence Sections 18–20 form a coherent trilogy: Section 18; Theme: Social security; Purpose: Build compassion and community welfare. Section 19; Theme: Prohibition of usury; Purpose: Eliminate exploitation and injustice. Section 20; Theme: Financial safeguards; Purpose: Ensure fairness and transparency. Together, they outline an Islamic economic ethic rooted in: - Justice - Mercy - Responsibility - Human dignity - Divine accountability Qutb’s commentary frames these not as technical rules but as pillars of a moral civilization.

The devil saw me with my head down and my hands up and thought he'd won. Until I said ameen.

Worried about teaching your family about money in today's world? What if there was a way to explore debt-free, riba-free, sound money principles with your kids? Introducing "Bitcoin is Halal". Discover how Bitcoin, as digital gold, aligns with core Islamic values. No riba, sound money through scarcity, full transparency and true property rights. Educate your family on crucial financial concepts through a fun, faith-filled adventure. Bitcoin is Halal. Adam and Layla Discover Digital Gold. Available now from www.AshikUsmanBooks.com.

"Bitcoin isn’t just an option—it may be the only viable exit from riba‑based monetary systems." ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Summary Review — Riba Resistance Episode 5: "The Failure of Islamic Finance" (with Safdar Alam) Episode 5 of Riba Resistance delivers one of the series’ most direct and uncompromising critiques of the modern Islamic finance industry. Featuring Safdar Alam—former Global Head of Islamic Structuring at JPMorgan and a long‑time insider turned outspoken critic—the conversation dismantles the idea that today’s Islamic financial products meaningfully avoid riba. Core Themes 1. Islamic Finance Has Not Solved the Riba Problem Safdar argues that the industry has largely replicated conventional banking structures and simply overlaid them with fiqh‑compliant paperwork. The result is a system that looks Islamic on the surface but behaves identically to interest‑based finance underneath. He stresses that: - Halal labels cannot purify haram systems - Superficial contract tweaks do not change the underlying economic reality - If the architecture is rotten, repainting the walls is not reform This is the heart of his critique: Islamic finance has failed not because scholars lack knowledge, but because the industry is built on the wrong foundations. 2. The Structural Problem, Not the Scholars Safdar highlights that the issue isn’t individual scholars or isolated products—it’s the entire architecture of modern banking. Islamic banks operate within the same regulatory, liquidity, and profit‑driven constraints as conventional banks, making genuine riba‑free solutions nearly impossible. 3. Bitcoin as a Genuine Alternative The episode then pivots to the question: If Islamic finance has failed, what is the way out? Safdar doesn’t hedge: - Bitcoin isn’t just an option—it may be the only viable exit from riba‑based monetary systems. - Unlike Islamic banking products, Bitcoin does not rely on debt, leverage, or interest‑based money creation. - Its architecture aligns more closely with Islamic principles of transparency, fairness, and real ownership. The host and Safdar explore how Bitcoin offers: - A non‑sovereign, non‑debt‑based monetary standard - A path toward financial sovereignty for individuals and communities - A practical tool for Muslims seeking to escape riba‑driven economies 4. A Call for Intellectual Honesty The episode challenges listeners to confront uncomfortable truths: - Islamic finance has not delivered what it promised - Muslims must rethink their assumptions about money, risk, and ethics - Reform cannot come from within a system built on riba This is not a gentle critique—it’s a wake‑up call. Overall Impression This episode stands out for its clarity, courage, and depth. Safdar Alam brings rare insider expertise combined with moral clarity, and the conversation avoids the usual diplomatic language surrounding Islamic finance. Instead, it offers a principled, evidence‑based critique and a compelling case for why Muslims should consider Bitcoin as a path toward genuine financial integrity. If you’re exploring digital sovereignty, Islamic ethics, or the future of money, this episode is essential listening. Riba Resistance • 5. The Failure of Islamic Finance (with Safdar Alam) • Listen on Fountain

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Summary: Core vs Knots / BIP110 — @Simon Dixon TL;DR Simon Dixon warns that Core v30 + BIP110 could centralise Bitcoin’s governance by narrowing acceptable policies and defaults. Bitcoin Knots pushes back, aiming to preserve decentralisation. The real battle isn’t code — it’s who gets to define Bitcoin. Bitcoin is entering another governance flashpoint. Simon Dixon breaks down the emerging tension between Bitcoin Core v30, Bitcoin Knots, and the controversial BIP110, which re‑opens old debates about who gets to decide Bitcoin’s rules. Key Points - Bitcoin Core v30 introduces changes that some see as tightening control over what code gets merged and who effectively steers Bitcoin’s direction. - Bitcoin Knots, maintained by Luke Dashjr, positions itself as a more conservative, sovereignty‑focused alternative, resisting what it views as creeping centralisation in Core. - BIP110 (related to block size / policy changes) resurfaces long‑standing governance questions: - Who decides what Bitcoin should be? - Are miners, node operators, or developers the ultimate stewards? - How do we prevent subtle governance capture? - Dixon frames this as Bitcoin’s next governance war, echoing the block‑size debates but with more nuance: not about scaling, but about control, defaults, and influence. - The real risk isn’t a hard fork — it’s social capture, where one implementation becomes “the only one people use” by inertia. Why It Matters - Most users run Bitcoin Core without thinking. - If Core’s direction becomes too opinionated, alternatives like Knots become essential for decentralisation. - The debate is less technical and more about sovereignty, diversity of clients, and resisting monoculture.

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highlighted Review from #Indonesia 🇮🇩 “Konten bagus, mudah dimengerti pesan dan isinya. Cocok untuk anak‑anak, remaja, dan dewasa yang ingin mulai belajar Bitcoin.” #BitcoinIsHalal

Riba Resistance — Part 3 is out! Part 3 hits harder than the earlier episodes because it stops talking about the system and starts exposing how it actually extracts value from ordinary people. The hosts break down the mechanics of fiat inflation as a structural form of riba — not an accident, not mismanagement, but a feature. What makes this episode powerful is how clearly it connects the dots: - Money printing = time theft - Inflation = silent taxation without consent - Debt-based money = engineered dependence The conversation also highlights how Muslim communities, young families, and anyone trying to build generational stability are disproportionately harmed. It’s not doom-and-gloom — it’s a wake-up call. The episode pushes listeners toward sovereignty: learning, opting out, and building parallel systems rooted in ethics rather than exploitation. If Parts 1 and 2 set the stage, Part 3 is where the mask comes off. Fountain: https://fountain.fm/episode/tCr6Abzl37FZP7NiSKoc Podsystems: