It is commonly known that the people most beloved to a person are his family and progeny. As Mu'mineen we follow Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi wa Sallam). If we take closer look at the Mubarak life of Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi wa Sallam) we will find that Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi wa sallam) also had a lot of love for the Ahlul Bayt (his family and progeny). The most of his progeny was Hazrat Faatima (Radiyallahu Anha) and her family.
"A household which has vinegar will never suffer from poverty". (Narrated by Umm, Tirmidhi, Baihaqi).
"Vinegar is a comfort for man" Narrated by Muslim.
"Allah has put blessing in vinegar, for truly it was used by the Prophets before me." Narrated by Ayesha, Muslim and Ibn Maja.
The tenth of Muharram is observed by many as the day of Shahadat-e-Husain Radiyallaahu Anhu. Special gatherings are held wherein the heart-rending incident of the martyrdom of Sayyidina Husain Radiyallaahu Anhu is mentioned. This aspect is discussed in this article.
Muharram is the month with which the Muslims begin their lunar Hijrah Calendar. It is one of the four sanctified months about which the Holy Quran says,
With the sighting of the new moon the Islamic New Year is ushered in. The first month Muharram, is a month of great reward and virtue.
The average Christian does not know that the true spirit of charity which the Muslim displays, always, towards Jesus and his mother Mary spring from the fountainhead of his faith - the Holy Quran.
Have you ever wondered to yourself what it actually means to be the best? When we are told that 'this is the best' or 'that was the greatest' or 'this will bring the most benefit' etc, have you ever thought who on Earth gave such people/editors the authority to tell us that?
The small, cubed building known as the Kaba may not rival skyscrapers in height or mansions in width, but its impact on history and human beings is unmatched.
By His wisdom, Allah gave preference to some places and times over others. For Muslims, Friday is the best day of the week, Ramadan is the best month of the year, "Laylat al-Qadr"is the best night in Ramadan, the day of "Arafah" is the best day of the year. Likewise the first ten days of the month of "Dhul-Hijjah" are the blessed days for Muslims.
The Islamic festival of Eid Al-Adha, or "Festival of Sacrifice" follows close on the heels of the first Eid festival of the year, Eid Al-Fitr. The Arabic word "Adha"means "sacrifice", having its root in the word "duha", which also means "light" or "illumination". After Ramadan, the month of Shawwaal ensues, in which most Muslims fast 6 days.
Eid-ul-Adha is the Muslim festival that marks the end of the pilgrimage to Makkah known as Hajj. Eid-ul-Adha is also known as the "Feast of Sacrifice," and it commemorates Abraham's faith and devotion to God.
At the end of the Hajj (annual pilgrimage to Mecca), Muslims throughout the world celebrate the holiday of Eid al-Adha (Festival of Sacrifice).
Everywhere in this society sex and sexuality are openly displayed for all to see. In this climate of free sex and loose moral standards, it becomes imperative for Muslims parents to be proactive in the sexual education of their children. Now, although for many of us, the though of telling our children whys, hows and wheres of the proper sexual behavior between a man and woman, might make us cringe, when we think of the alternative, we'll see what we that we have no choice.
Rasûlullâh's blessed name is Muhammad. His father's name is 'Abdullâh, who is the son of 'Abdul Muttalib, who is the son of Hâshim, who is the son of 'Abd Manâf. His mother's name is Âminah, who is the daughter of Wahb, who is the son of 'Abd Manâf, who is the son of Zuhrah. This 'Abd Manâf is not the same as the previous one.
Food and drink have direct effect on our health. That is why Islam has prescribed regulations about our food and drink. It lays great emphasis on our physical as well as moral health, because both of these are equally important for a healthy society. The abstention from eating pork is one of the steps taken by Islam to practice hygiene and to attain purity of soul.
عن ابن عمر رضي الله عنهما قال: قال رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم: إن الله تعالى يُدني المؤمن فيضع عليه كنفه ويستره فيقول: "أتعرف ذنب كذا، أتعرف ذنب كذا" فيقول: نعم، أي رب، حتى قرره بذنوبه ورأى في نفسه أنه قد هلك. فقال الله: أنا سترتها عليك في الدنيا وأنا أغفرها لك اليوم، فيعطى كتاب حسانته. وأما الكفار والمنافقون فيُنادى بهم على رؤوس الخلائق: هؤلاء الذين كذبوا على ربهم فلعنة الله على الظالمين. متفق عليه
Qiyam al-layl is a provision for the believers and a gift from Allah. It is an act of devotion and sincerity towards Allah, subhanahu wa at'ala, and a way to purify the heart. It is a struggle against the self, an effort to improve will power, strenghten resolve, and defeat Satan. (al-Munajjid, 2001). Due to this intense struggle, there are many virtues and rewards for those who engage in this practice on a regular practice.
All praise and thanks are due to Allah, and peace and blessings be upon His Messenger.
In the Glorious Qur'an, Allah, Most High, says, (Those who believe, and migrate and strive in Allah’s cause, with their goods and their persons, have the highest rank in the sight of Allah: they are indeed the successful people. Their Lord does give them glad tidings of a Mercy from Himself, of His good pleasure, and of Gardens where enduring pleasure will be theirs: They will dwell therein forever. Verily in Allah’s presence is a reward, the greatest (of all). ) (Al-Tawbah 9: 20-22)
“It is neither their flesh nor their blood that reaches Allah, but it is your Taqwa that reaches Him…” (Surah Hajj).....
Hafiz al-Mundhiri (d.656 / 1258; Egypt) dedicated a chapter in his al-Targheeb wa al-Tarheeb to mentioning the hadith concerning the immense blessedness and unrivalled excellence of the first ten days of Dhu al-Hijjah......
Continue ReadingAllah Ta'ala has made all living creatures out of water. People require water for almost for everything but not all water carries the same value and significance.Muslims refer to the water of Zamzam as something revered and unique. They crave this mysterious liquid and love to drink it whenever they can. And for those who managed to go to the Hajj, they return home carrying it for thousands of miles as a prized possession and to give as special gift to their friends and families.
Continue ReadingNarrated Zaid bin Thabit (radhiyallahu anhu): When the Prophet (sallallahu alaiyhi wassallam) went out for (the battle of) Uhud, some of his companions (hypocrites) returned (home). A party of the believers remarked that they would kill those (hypocrites) who had returned, but another party said that they would not kill them. So, this Divine Inspiration was revealed: “Then what is the matter with you that you are divided into two parties concerning the hypocrites.” (4.88) The Prophet (sallallahu alaiyhi wassallam) said, “Madinah expels the bad persons from it, as fire expels the impurities of iron.” (Bukhari)
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By Sheikh Muhammed Salih Al-Munajjid
Praise be to Allaah, the Rabb (Cherisher and Sustainer) of the Worlds, and peace and blessings be upon the Trustworthy Prophet Muhammad and upon all his family and companions.
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Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wa sallam) said,
" The fast remains suspended between the heavens and the earth until fitrah is discharged." (Targheeb)
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