𝗣𝗿𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗺𝗶𝗱𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗺: 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝘆 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱
In the fast-paced and demanding world we live in, it is easy to become consumed by our busy work schedules and the never-ending responsibilities that come with them. However, amidst the chaos, let us never forget the importance of maintaining our obligation to pray five times a day.
Prayer is not just a mere ritual or a set of motions; it is a profound connection between us and our Creator, Allāh. It is a means of seeking His guidance, mercy, and blessings in every aspect of our lives. As Muslims, it is our duty to establish this connection and maintain it, regardless of how busy our lives may become.
The five daily prayers - Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Ishā' - serve as anchors throughout our day, reminding us of our purpose and our reliance on Allāh. They provide us with moments of tranquility and reflection amidst the chaos of our work lives. When we pause to pray, we detach ourselves from the worldly distractions and turn our attention solely to Allāh.
Maintaining the five daily prayers requires commitment, discipline, and a conscious effort to prioritize our faith above all else. It may mean waking up a little earlier to perform Fajr prayer before the demands of the day begin. It may mean finding a quiet corner at work during lunchtime to fulfill Dhuhr and 'Asr prayers. It may mean managing our time effectively to ensure we do not miss Maghrib and Ishā' prayers, even if it means adjusting our schedules or making necessary arrangements.
Remember, our work is not the sole purpose of our existence. Our ultimate purpose is to worship Allāh and seek His pleasure. By prioritizing our prayers, we demonstrate our devotion to Him and acknowledge that our success and blessings come from Him alone.
Prayer is a source of solace, strength, and guidance. It rejuvenates our souls, calms our minds, and provides us with a sense of peace and balance amidst the demands of our work lives. It is a reminder that no matter how busy we are, we must never neglect our spiritual well-being.
So, my dear brothers and sisters, let us make a conscious effort to prioritize our prayers. Let us manage our time effectively, seeking ways to fulfill our obligations without compromising the quality of our work. Let us find solace in the moments of prayer, knowing that they are a means of seeking Allāh's mercy and blessings.
Remember, Allāh is always with us, guiding us, and watching over us. He understands the challenges we face in our work lives, and He appreciates our efforts to maintain our prayers despite the busyness. Let us strive to be consistent in our prayers, seeking His forgiveness for any shortcomings, and relying on His strength to help us fulfill our obligations.
May Allāh ﷻ bless us with the ability to maintain our five daily prayers amidst our busy work lives. May He grant us the discipline, focus, and perseverance to prioritize our faith above all else. And may He reward our efforts with success in this world and the Hereafter. آمين
In the fast-paced and demanding world we live in, it is easy to become consumed by our busy work schedules and the never-ending responsibilities that come with them. However, amidst the chaos, let us never forget the importance of maintaining our obligation to pray five times a day.
Prayer is not just a mere ritual or a set of motions; it is a profound connection between us and our Creator, Allāh. It is a means of seeking His guidance, mercy, and blessings in every aspect of our lives. As Muslims, it is our duty to establish this connection and maintain it, regardless of how busy our lives may become.
The five daily prayers - Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Ishā' - serve as anchors throughout our day, reminding us of our purpose and our reliance on Allāh. They provide us with moments of tranquility and reflection amidst the chaos of our work lives. When we pause to pray, we detach ourselves from the worldly distractions and turn our attention solely to Allāh.
Maintaining the five daily prayers requires commitment, discipline, and a conscious effort to prioritize our faith above all else. It may mean waking up a little earlier to perform Fajr prayer before the demands of the day begin. It may mean finding a quiet corner at work during lunchtime to fulfill Dhuhr and 'Asr prayers. It may mean managing our time effectively to ensure we do not miss Maghrib and Ishā' prayers, even if it means adjusting our schedules or making necessary arrangements.
Remember, our work is not the sole purpose of our existence. Our ultimate purpose is to worship Allāh and seek His pleasure. By prioritizing our prayers, we demonstrate our devotion to Him and acknowledge that our success and blessings come from Him alone.
Prayer is a source of solace, strength, and guidance. It rejuvenates our souls, calms our minds, and provides us with a sense of peace and balance amidst the demands of our work lives. It is a reminder that no matter how busy we are, we must never neglect our spiritual well-being.
So, my dear brothers and sisters, let us make a conscious effort to prioritize our prayers. Let us manage our time effectively, seeking ways to fulfill our obligations without compromising the quality of our work. Let us find solace in the moments of prayer, knowing that they are a means of seeking Allāh's mercy and blessings.
Remember, Allāh is always with us, guiding us, and watching over us. He understands the challenges we face in our work lives, and He appreciates our efforts to maintain our prayers despite the busyness. Let us strive to be consistent in our prayers, seeking His forgiveness for any shortcomings, and relying on His strength to help us fulfill our obligations.
May Allāh ﷻ bless us with the ability to maintain our five daily prayers amidst our busy work lives. May He grant us the discipline, focus, and perseverance to prioritize our faith above all else. And may He reward our efforts with success in this world and the Hereafter. آمين
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Shaykh ul-Islām ibn Taymiyyah [may Allāh have mercy on him] said:
“Whomsoever does not see his heart uplift; does not acquire the sweetness of faith and the light of guidance, then let him be abundant in seeking repentance and forgiveness [from Allāh].”
Al-Fatāwa al-Kubra, 5/62 | Shaykh ul-Islām ibn Taymiyyah [may Allāh have mercy on him]
Translation: Authentic Quotes
“Whomsoever does not see his heart uplift; does not acquire the sweetness of faith and the light of guidance, then let him be abundant in seeking repentance and forgiveness [from Allāh].”
Al-Fatāwa al-Kubra, 5/62 | Shaykh ul-Islām ibn Taymiyyah [may Allāh have mercy on him]
Translation: Authentic Quotes
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Not every family member is a friend, and not every stranger is an enemy……..
The 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 of Yusuf threw him in a well and said:
ٱقْتُلُوا۟ يُوسُفَ
‘𝗞𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗬𝘂𝘀𝘂𝗳!’ [12:9].
A 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 bought Yusuf and said to his wife:
أَكْرِمِى مَثْوَىٰهُ
‘𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲.’ [12:21].
The 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 of Yusuf threw him in a well and said:
ٱقْتُلُوا۟ يُوسُفَ
‘𝗞𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗬𝘂𝘀𝘂𝗳!’ [12:9].
A 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 bought Yusuf and said to his wife:
أَكْرِمِى مَثْوَىٰهُ
‘𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘂𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲.’ [12:21].
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𝗣𝗿𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗺𝗶𝗱𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗺: 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝘆 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱
In the fast-paced and demanding world we live in, it is easy to become consumed by our busy work schedules and the never-ending responsibilities that come with them. However, amidst the chaos, let us never forget the importance of maintaining our obligation to pray five times a day.
Prayer is not just a mere ritual or a set of motions; it is a profound connection between us and our Creator, Allāh. It is a means of seeking His guidance, mercy, and blessings in every aspect of our lives. As Muslims, it is our duty to establish this connection and maintain it, regardless of how busy our lives may become.
The five daily prayers - Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Ishā' - serve as anchors throughout our day, reminding us of our purpose and our reliance on Allāh. They provide us with moments of tranquility and reflection amidst the chaos of our work lives. When we pause to pray, we detach ourselves from the worldly distractions and turn our attention solely to Allāh.
Maintaining the five daily prayers requires commitment, discipline, and a conscious effort to prioritize our faith above all else. It may mean waking up a little earlier to perform Fajr prayer before the demands of the day begin. It may mean finding a quiet corner at work during lunchtime to fulfill Dhuhr and 'Asr prayers. It may mean managing our time effectively to ensure we do not miss Maghrib and Ishā' prayers, even if it means adjusting our schedules or making necessary arrangements.
Remember, our work is not the sole purpose of our existence. Our ultimate purpose is to worship Allāh and seek His pleasure. By prioritizing our prayers, we demonstrate our devotion to Him and acknowledge that our success and blessings come from Him alone.
Prayer is a source of solace, strength, and guidance. It rejuvenates our souls, calms our minds, and provides us with a sense of peace and balance amidst the demands of our work lives. It is a reminder that no matter how busy we are, we must never neglect our spiritual well-being.
So, my dear brothers and sisters, let us make a conscious effort to prioritize our prayers. Let us manage our time effectively, seeking ways to fulfill our obligations without compromising the quality of our work. Let us find solace in the moments of prayer, knowing that they are a means of seeking Allāh's mercy and blessings.
Remember, Allāh is always with us, guiding us, and watching over us. He understands the challenges we face in our work lives, and He appreciates our efforts to maintain our prayers despite the busyness. Let us strive to be consistent in our prayers, seeking His forgiveness for any shortcomings, and relying on His strength to help us fulfill our obligations.
May Allāh ﷻ bless us with the ability to maintain our five daily prayers amidst our busy work lives. May He grant us the discipline, focus, and perseverance to prioritize our faith above all else. And may He reward our efforts with success in this world and the Hereafter. آمين
In the fast-paced and demanding world we live in, it is easy to become consumed by our busy work schedules and the never-ending responsibilities that come with them. However, amidst the chaos, let us never forget the importance of maintaining our obligation to pray five times a day.
Prayer is not just a mere ritual or a set of motions; it is a profound connection between us and our Creator, Allāh. It is a means of seeking His guidance, mercy, and blessings in every aspect of our lives. As Muslims, it is our duty to establish this connection and maintain it, regardless of how busy our lives may become.
The five daily prayers - Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Ishā' - serve as anchors throughout our day, reminding us of our purpose and our reliance on Allāh. They provide us with moments of tranquility and reflection amidst the chaos of our work lives. When we pause to pray, we detach ourselves from the worldly distractions and turn our attention solely to Allāh.
Maintaining the five daily prayers requires commitment, discipline, and a conscious effort to prioritize our faith above all else. It may mean waking up a little earlier to perform Fajr prayer before the demands of the day begin. It may mean finding a quiet corner at work during lunchtime to fulfill Dhuhr and 'Asr prayers. It may mean managing our time effectively to ensure we do not miss Maghrib and Ishā' prayers, even if it means adjusting our schedules or making necessary arrangements.
Remember, our work is not the sole purpose of our existence. Our ultimate purpose is to worship Allāh and seek His pleasure. By prioritizing our prayers, we demonstrate our devotion to Him and acknowledge that our success and blessings come from Him alone.
Prayer is a source of solace, strength, and guidance. It rejuvenates our souls, calms our minds, and provides us with a sense of peace and balance amidst the demands of our work lives. It is a reminder that no matter how busy we are, we must never neglect our spiritual well-being.
So, my dear brothers and sisters, let us make a conscious effort to prioritize our prayers. Let us manage our time effectively, seeking ways to fulfill our obligations without compromising the quality of our work. Let us find solace in the moments of prayer, knowing that they are a means of seeking Allāh's mercy and blessings.
Remember, Allāh is always with us, guiding us, and watching over us. He understands the challenges we face in our work lives, and He appreciates our efforts to maintain our prayers despite the busyness. Let us strive to be consistent in our prayers, seeking His forgiveness for any shortcomings, and relying on His strength to help us fulfill our obligations.
May Allāh ﷻ bless us with the ability to maintain our five daily prayers amidst our busy work lives. May He grant us the discipline, focus, and perseverance to prioritize our faith above all else. And may He reward our efforts with success in this world and the Hereafter. آمين
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How true is that, our situation.
Allah says:
Competition for more ˹gains˺ diverts you ˹from Allah˺,
until you end up in ˹your˺ graves.
Surah at-Takathur verse 1 and 2.
Allah says:
Competition for more ˹gains˺ diverts you ˹from Allah˺,
until you end up in ˹your˺ graves.
Surah at-Takathur verse 1 and 2.
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Sh. Muqbil b. Hādī al-Wādiʿee Raḥimahullāh said:
“Call towards Qurʾān and Sunnah and DO NOT call towards PERSONALITIES; for indeed personalities are not safe from trials and tribulations themselves.”
● [البشائر صفحة ١٢]
“Call towards Qurʾān and Sunnah and DO NOT call towards PERSONALITIES; for indeed personalities are not safe from trials and tribulations themselves.”
● [البشائر صفحة ١٢]
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A Warning to the self-sufficient Beggars
Sahl ibn al-Hanzalah reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Whoever asks from people, while he is self-sufficient, only increases his share of the embers of Hellfire.” They said, “O Messenger of Allah, what amount of independence does not justify begging?” The Prophet said, “Enough to eat in the morning and evening.”
Source: Sunan Abī Dāwūd 1629
Grade: Sahih (authentic) according to Al-Albani
عن سهل ابن الحنظلية قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ مَنْ سَأَلَ وَعِنْدَهُ مَا يُغْنِيهِ فَإِنَّمَا يَسْتَكْثِرُ مِنْ جَمْرِ جَهَنَّمَ فَقَالُوا يَا رَسُولَ اللَّهِ وَمَا الْغِنَى الَّذِي لَا تَنْبَغِي مَعَهُ الْمَسْأَلَةُ قَالَ قَدْرُ مَا يُغَدِّيهِ وَيُعَشِّيهِ
1629 سنن أبي داود كتاب الزكاة باب من يعطي من الصدقة وحد الغنى
1629 المحدث الألباني خلاصة حكم المحدث صحيح في صحيح أبي داود
Sahl ibn al-Hanzalah reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Whoever asks from people, while he is self-sufficient, only increases his share of the embers of Hellfire.” They said, “O Messenger of Allah, what amount of independence does not justify begging?” The Prophet said, “Enough to eat in the morning and evening.”
Source: Sunan Abī Dāwūd 1629
Grade: Sahih (authentic) according to Al-Albani
عن سهل ابن الحنظلية قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ مَنْ سَأَلَ وَعِنْدَهُ مَا يُغْنِيهِ فَإِنَّمَا يَسْتَكْثِرُ مِنْ جَمْرِ جَهَنَّمَ فَقَالُوا يَا رَسُولَ اللَّهِ وَمَا الْغِنَى الَّذِي لَا تَنْبَغِي مَعَهُ الْمَسْأَلَةُ قَالَ قَدْرُ مَا يُغَدِّيهِ وَيُعَشِّيهِ
1629 سنن أبي داود كتاب الزكاة باب من يعطي من الصدقة وحد الغنى
1629 المحدث الألباني خلاصة حكم المحدث صحيح في صحيح أبي داود
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Treat Your Sick By Giving Ṣadaqah
I heard Abū ʿl Ḥasan ʿAlī bin Abū Bakr Aḥmad bin ʿAlī, the scribe of al-Maynzi in Damascus saying: I heard Abū Bakr al-Khabāzī from Naysābūr say:
I became sick with a very dangerous illness, and a righteous neighbour of mine saw me and said:
Utilise the saying of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ:
“Treat your sick by giving ṣadaqah (charity).”
It was summer time, and I bought many watermelons, and a group of al-fuqarāʾ (the poor people) and children got together and ate them, then they raised their hands to Allah Almighty and they made duʿāʾ for me to be cured. I swear by Allāh I had not reached the morning except that I regained complete health from Allāh, tabāraka wa taʿala.
[Muʿjam al-Safar 1/251]
سَمِعت أَبَا الْحَسَنِ عَلِيَّ بْنَ أَبِي بَكْرٍ أَحْمَدَ بْنَ عَلِيٍّ الْكَاتِبَ الْمَيْنَزِيَّ بِدِمَشْقَ يَقُولُ سَمِعت أَبَا بَكْرٍ الْخَبَّازِيَّ بِنَيْسَابُورَ يَقُولُ مَرِضْتُ مَرَضًا خَطرًا فَرَآنِي جَارٌ لِي صَالِحٌ فَقَالَ اسْتَعْمِلْ قَوْلَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ دَاوُوا مَرْضَاكُمْ بِالصَّدَقَةِ وَكَانَ الْوَقْتُ ضَيِّقًا فَاشْتَرَيْتُ بِطِّيخًا كَثِيرًا وَاجْتَمَعَ جَمَاعَةٌ مِنَ الْفُقَرَاءِ وَالصِّبْيَانِ فَأَكَلُوا وَرَفَعُوا أَيْدِيَهُمْ إِلَى اللَّهِ عَزَّ وَجَلَّ وَدَعَوْا لِي بِالشِّفَاءِ فَوَاللَّهِ مَا أَصْبَحْتُ إِلَّا وَأَنَا فِي كُلِّ عَافِيَةٍ مِنَ اللَّهِ تَبَارَكَ وَتَعَالَى.
أبو طاهر السِّلَفي، معجم السفر ١/٢٥١ #٨٢٧
I heard Abū ʿl Ḥasan ʿAlī bin Abū Bakr Aḥmad bin ʿAlī, the scribe of al-Maynzi in Damascus saying: I heard Abū Bakr al-Khabāzī from Naysābūr say:
I became sick with a very dangerous illness, and a righteous neighbour of mine saw me and said:
Utilise the saying of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ:
“Treat your sick by giving ṣadaqah (charity).”
It was summer time, and I bought many watermelons, and a group of al-fuqarāʾ (the poor people) and children got together and ate them, then they raised their hands to Allah Almighty and they made duʿāʾ for me to be cured. I swear by Allāh I had not reached the morning except that I regained complete health from Allāh, tabāraka wa taʿala.
[Muʿjam al-Safar 1/251]
سَمِعت أَبَا الْحَسَنِ عَلِيَّ بْنَ أَبِي بَكْرٍ أَحْمَدَ بْنَ عَلِيٍّ الْكَاتِبَ الْمَيْنَزِيَّ بِدِمَشْقَ يَقُولُ سَمِعت أَبَا بَكْرٍ الْخَبَّازِيَّ بِنَيْسَابُورَ يَقُولُ مَرِضْتُ مَرَضًا خَطرًا فَرَآنِي جَارٌ لِي صَالِحٌ فَقَالَ اسْتَعْمِلْ قَوْلَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ دَاوُوا مَرْضَاكُمْ بِالصَّدَقَةِ وَكَانَ الْوَقْتُ ضَيِّقًا فَاشْتَرَيْتُ بِطِّيخًا كَثِيرًا وَاجْتَمَعَ جَمَاعَةٌ مِنَ الْفُقَرَاءِ وَالصِّبْيَانِ فَأَكَلُوا وَرَفَعُوا أَيْدِيَهُمْ إِلَى اللَّهِ عَزَّ وَجَلَّ وَدَعَوْا لِي بِالشِّفَاءِ فَوَاللَّهِ مَا أَصْبَحْتُ إِلَّا وَأَنَا فِي كُلِّ عَافِيَةٍ مِنَ اللَّهِ تَبَارَكَ وَتَعَالَى.
أبو طاهر السِّلَفي، معجم السفر ١/٢٥١ #٨٢٧
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Imām adh-Dhahabi رحمه الله said:
“When a Believer is tested, he remains patient, he contemplates, he seeks forgiveness, and he does not become distracted by blaming those who seek revenge upon him.”
Sīyar A'lām an-Nubalā 8/80 | Imām adh-Dhahabi رحمه الله
قال الإمام الذهبي رحمه الله:
فالمؤمن إذا امتحان صبر واتعظ واستغفر
ولم يتشاغل بذم من انتقم منه
سير أعلام النبلاء ٨/٨٠
Translation: Authentic Quotes
“When a Believer is tested, he remains patient, he contemplates, he seeks forgiveness, and he does not become distracted by blaming those who seek revenge upon him.”
Sīyar A'lām an-Nubalā 8/80 | Imām adh-Dhahabi رحمه الله
قال الإمام الذهبي رحمه الله:
فالمؤمن إذا امتحان صبر واتعظ واستغفر
ولم يتشاغل بذم من انتقم منه
سير أعلام النبلاء ٨/٨٠
Translation: Authentic Quotes
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Allāh ﷻ Is More Merciful Than A Mother To Her Child
Umar ibn al-Khattāb reported: Some prisoners of war were brought to the Prophet ﷺ and a nursing woman was among them. Whenever she found a child among the prisoners, she would take it to her chest and nurse it.
The Prophet ﷺ said to us, “Do you think this woman would throw her child into the fire?”
We said, “No, not if she was able to stop it.” The Prophet ﷺ said,
“Allāh is more merciful to His servants than this mother is to her child.”
Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī [no. 5999]
Benefits from the narration:
- Allāh is more merciful to His slaves than the most merciful of mothers to her child, for the One Who made her merciful must be more merciful than her.
- It is not permissible for anyone to despair in the Mercy of Allāh despite how great his/her sins are.
See Majmū’ al-Fatāwā [16/19 & 16/448] - Shaykh al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah [رحمه الله].
Action Plan:
1 - Turn to Allāh in repentance no matter how many sins you have committed.
2 - Supplicate [Dua’a] for the mercy of Allāh.
3 - When going through a calamity say:
“إِنَّا لِلَّهِ وَإِنَّآ إِلَيۡهِ رَٲجِعُونَ"
[Truly! To Allāh we belong and truly, to Him we shall return].
4 - Be merciful to others.
Umar ibn al-Khattāb reported: Some prisoners of war were brought to the Prophet ﷺ and a nursing woman was among them. Whenever she found a child among the prisoners, she would take it to her chest and nurse it.
The Prophet ﷺ said to us, “Do you think this woman would throw her child into the fire?”
We said, “No, not if she was able to stop it.” The Prophet ﷺ said,
“Allāh is more merciful to His servants than this mother is to her child.”
Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī [no. 5999]
Benefits from the narration:
- Allāh is more merciful to His slaves than the most merciful of mothers to her child, for the One Who made her merciful must be more merciful than her.
- It is not permissible for anyone to despair in the Mercy of Allāh despite how great his/her sins are.
See Majmū’ al-Fatāwā [16/19 & 16/448] - Shaykh al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah [رحمه الله].
Action Plan:
1 - Turn to Allāh in repentance no matter how many sins you have committed.
2 - Supplicate [Dua’a] for the mercy of Allāh.
3 - When going through a calamity say:
“إِنَّا لِلَّهِ وَإِنَّآ إِلَيۡهِ رَٲجِعُونَ"
[Truly! To Allāh we belong and truly, to Him we shall return].
4 - Be merciful to others.
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We live in a time where we constantly compare ourselves to others.
We see endless pictures of people living dream lives, hear about entrepreneurs who quickly become billionaires, and watch influencers flaunt their luxury lifestyles.
This constant exposure can make us feel inadequate and jealous, even though deep down we know success requires hard work and persistence. It can be tough to see others do well and not feel like we're falling behind.
Here are some tips if you find yourself feeling this way:
1. Remember, what you see on social media isn't always real. Those perfect photos and glamorous trips are often staged.
2. Focus on your own journey. You don't know the struggles others face behind their perfect facade. Value your own achievements and learn from both the good and bad times.
3. Set your own standards for success. Measure your life by the joy, freedom, and love you experience, not by your wealth or how many people follow you online.
Remember, the grass isn't always greener on the other side.
We see endless pictures of people living dream lives, hear about entrepreneurs who quickly become billionaires, and watch influencers flaunt their luxury lifestyles.
This constant exposure can make us feel inadequate and jealous, even though deep down we know success requires hard work and persistence. It can be tough to see others do well and not feel like we're falling behind.
Here are some tips if you find yourself feeling this way:
1. Remember, what you see on social media isn't always real. Those perfect photos and glamorous trips are often staged.
2. Focus on your own journey. You don't know the struggles others face behind their perfect facade. Value your own achievements and learn from both the good and bad times.
3. Set your own standards for success. Measure your life by the joy, freedom, and love you experience, not by your wealth or how many people follow you online.
Remember, the grass isn't always greener on the other side.
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Shaykh Ibn Bāz on Love and Hatred for the Sake of Allāh
In the Name of Allāh, the Most Merciful, the Ever Merciful…
( وَالَّذِينَ آمَنُواْ أَشَدُّ حُبًّا للهِ )
( While the people of Īmān are stronger in their love for Allāh [than anyone else] ) [Sūrat al-Baqarah: 165]
Love and hatred are opposites. Since it is logically impossible to truly love something without hating what stands against it, Muslims both love and hate for the sake of Allāh.
The Messenger of Allāh ﷺ guided us to this balance and moderation in our emotions when he said:
(( إِنَّ أَوْثَقَ عُرَى الإِيْمَانِ أَنْ تُحِبَّ فِي اللهِ وَتُبْغِضَ فِي اللهِ ))
“Verily the strongest handhold of faith is that you love for the sake
of Allāh and that you hate for the sake of Allāh.” [Aḥmad 4/286, authentic]
The great scholar, Shaykh ‘Abdul-‘Azīz Ibn Bāz (d.1420, may Allāh have Mercy on him) was asked about love and hatred for the sake of Allāh, and he replied:
Loving for Allāh is when you love (someone) for Allāh’s sake, the Blessed and Exalted, because you believe him to be a person of Taqwā (mindfulness of Allāh’s orders) and Īmān (upright beliefs, statements, and actions). Because of these things you love such a person for the sake of Allāh.
You also hate for the sake of Allāh when you see a disobedient disbeliever. You hate such a person for the sake of Allāh.
You also hate a disobedient person, even if he is a Muslim, based on the degree of his disobedience.
This is how a believer is – He allows his heart to react to both types of people, loving some of them for the sake of Allāh. He loves the people of Īmān and Taqwā for the sake of Allāh, while he hates the people of disbelief, evil, and disobedience for Allāh’s sake, allowing his heart to interact with both kinds.
In the case when there is good and bad in a person, like a disobedient Muslim, then he loves him for his Islām and hates him for his disobedience, combining both emotions of love and hatred for one person.
As for the people of Īmān and the people of upright Islamic practice, then he (a true believer) loves them wholeheartedly. Similarly, he hates the people of disbelief wholeheartedly.
But regarding someone who has both things (good and bad traits), a disobedient Muslim, he loves him based on the level of his Īmān and Islām, while he hates him according to the level of his disobedience and violations (of Islamic beliefs and practices).
In the Name of Allāh, the Most Merciful, the Ever Merciful…
( وَالَّذِينَ آمَنُواْ أَشَدُّ حُبًّا للهِ )
( While the people of Īmān are stronger in their love for Allāh [than anyone else] ) [Sūrat al-Baqarah: 165]
Love and hatred are opposites. Since it is logically impossible to truly love something without hating what stands against it, Muslims both love and hate for the sake of Allāh.
The Messenger of Allāh ﷺ guided us to this balance and moderation in our emotions when he said:
(( إِنَّ أَوْثَقَ عُرَى الإِيْمَانِ أَنْ تُحِبَّ فِي اللهِ وَتُبْغِضَ فِي اللهِ ))
“Verily the strongest handhold of faith is that you love for the sake
of Allāh and that you hate for the sake of Allāh.” [Aḥmad 4/286, authentic]
The great scholar, Shaykh ‘Abdul-‘Azīz Ibn Bāz (d.1420, may Allāh have Mercy on him) was asked about love and hatred for the sake of Allāh, and he replied:
Loving for Allāh is when you love (someone) for Allāh’s sake, the Blessed and Exalted, because you believe him to be a person of Taqwā (mindfulness of Allāh’s orders) and Īmān (upright beliefs, statements, and actions). Because of these things you love such a person for the sake of Allāh.
You also hate for the sake of Allāh when you see a disobedient disbeliever. You hate such a person for the sake of Allāh.
You also hate a disobedient person, even if he is a Muslim, based on the degree of his disobedience.
This is how a believer is – He allows his heart to react to both types of people, loving some of them for the sake of Allāh. He loves the people of Īmān and Taqwā for the sake of Allāh, while he hates the people of disbelief, evil, and disobedience for Allāh’s sake, allowing his heart to interact with both kinds.
In the case when there is good and bad in a person, like a disobedient Muslim, then he loves him for his Islām and hates him for his disobedience, combining both emotions of love and hatred for one person.
As for the people of Īmān and the people of upright Islamic practice, then he (a true believer) loves them wholeheartedly. Similarly, he hates the people of disbelief wholeheartedly.
But regarding someone who has both things (good and bad traits), a disobedient Muslim, he loves him based on the level of his Īmān and Islām, while he hates him according to the level of his disobedience and violations (of Islamic beliefs and practices).
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Don't force yourself on people, especially those who have already shown you how they feel about you.
Don't force yourself on anyone. If they tell you to leave, leave and don't beg or try to change their mind, just leave.
Desperation breeds contempt and it's not worth it.
Value yourself enough to know when it's time to leave, to know when you are not wanted or loved, to know what you cannot accept, take and do to be appreciated, lived and cared about.
Even if you have nobody, you always have The One Who Created you and He is always enough, sufficient and loving to all His creation.
May Allah bless us with people who will value, love and care about us as much as we do the same for them.
Forced relationships, romantic or platonic, never work and the one who gives more, loves more, and cares more is always the one who will hurt the most.
Don't force yourself on anyone, not even the ones you have birthed. If they are meant to be, they will eventually come back and give what they receive and maybe a little more because of past experiences.
Don't force yourself on anybody and live your life as you best can. Learn to live people from far and in secret when needed.
Don't force yourself on anyone. Ever.
Don't force yourself on anyone. If they tell you to leave, leave and don't beg or try to change their mind, just leave.
Desperation breeds contempt and it's not worth it.
Value yourself enough to know when it's time to leave, to know when you are not wanted or loved, to know what you cannot accept, take and do to be appreciated, lived and cared about.
Even if you have nobody, you always have The One Who Created you and He is always enough, sufficient and loving to all His creation.
May Allah bless us with people who will value, love and care about us as much as we do the same for them.
Forced relationships, romantic or platonic, never work and the one who gives more, loves more, and cares more is always the one who will hurt the most.
Don't force yourself on anyone, not even the ones you have birthed. If they are meant to be, they will eventually come back and give what they receive and maybe a little more because of past experiences.
Don't force yourself on anybody and live your life as you best can. Learn to live people from far and in secret when needed.
Don't force yourself on anyone. Ever.
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𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙒𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙛 𝙄𝙗𝙡𝙞𝙨 (𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘿𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙡)
‘Abdul-Rahman Ibn Ziyad Ibn An’um said:
‘While [Prophet] Musa (‘alaihis-salaam) was in a gathering Iblis came wearing a hooded cape that changed in colors. When the devil came nearer he took off the cape and set it down and came to Musa saying: ‘Peace be upon you. Musa replied: ‘Who are you?’ He said: ‘I am Iblis. ‘ Musa responded: ‘No greetings from Allah to you, what brought you here?’ The devil said: ‘I came to greet you because of your high godly status.’ Musa said: ‘What have I seen you wearing?’ Iblis replied: ‘I use it (the cape) to capture the hearts of the sons of Adam.’ Musa asked: ‘What is it that if a human does will enable you to take him over?’ He replied: ‘If he becomes fond of himself, and considered his (good) deeds plentiful .’ I warn you from three things:
First, never be alone with a woman that is not lawful to you, because, whenever someone does so, I personally accompany him and use her to seduce him.
Second, never promise Allah something except that you fulfil your promise. Whenever someone promises Allah something I personally accompany him to prevent him from fulfilling his promise.
(Third) And never take an amount of money to give charity except that you make sure you give it to that charity. Whenever someone takes an amount of money to give to charity, I personally accompany him to persuade him not to give it.
Then Iblis walked away saying: ‘Woe to me, thrice, I have taught [Prophet] Musa from what to warn the sons of Adam.’
[Ibn AbI al-Dunya in Maka’d al-Shaytaan, 1 1 /47]
Posted from the Book – The Devil’s Deceptions (Talbis Iblees): By Imam Abul Faraj Ibn Al Jawzee, Dar as-sunnah Publishers. Page 75;
‘Abdul-Rahman Ibn Ziyad Ibn An’um said:
‘While [Prophet] Musa (‘alaihis-salaam) was in a gathering Iblis came wearing a hooded cape that changed in colors. When the devil came nearer he took off the cape and set it down and came to Musa saying: ‘Peace be upon you. Musa replied: ‘Who are you?’ He said: ‘I am Iblis. ‘ Musa responded: ‘No greetings from Allah to you, what brought you here?’ The devil said: ‘I came to greet you because of your high godly status.’ Musa said: ‘What have I seen you wearing?’ Iblis replied: ‘I use it (the cape) to capture the hearts of the sons of Adam.’ Musa asked: ‘What is it that if a human does will enable you to take him over?’ He replied: ‘If he becomes fond of himself, and considered his (good) deeds plentiful .’ I warn you from three things:
First, never be alone with a woman that is not lawful to you, because, whenever someone does so, I personally accompany him and use her to seduce him.
Second, never promise Allah something except that you fulfil your promise. Whenever someone promises Allah something I personally accompany him to prevent him from fulfilling his promise.
(Third) And never take an amount of money to give charity except that you make sure you give it to that charity. Whenever someone takes an amount of money to give to charity, I personally accompany him to persuade him not to give it.
Then Iblis walked away saying: ‘Woe to me, thrice, I have taught [Prophet] Musa from what to warn the sons of Adam.’
[Ibn AbI al-Dunya in Maka’d al-Shaytaan, 1 1 /47]
Posted from the Book – The Devil’s Deceptions (Talbis Iblees): By Imam Abul Faraj Ibn Al Jawzee, Dar as-sunnah Publishers. Page 75;
Do trade:
Imam Ibn Abdul-Barr narrates:
وقال أيوب السختياني قال لي أبو قلابة يا أيوب الزم سوقك فإن الغنى من العافية
Ayuub al-Sakhtiani narrated that Abu Qilabah said to him:
'𝗢 𝗔𝘆𝘂𝘂𝗯, 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 (𝗶.𝗲. 𝗱𝗼 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲), 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝘀𝘂𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹-𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴.'
['Kitab Al-Tamhid', 18/330]
Imam Ibn Abdul-Barr narrates:
وقال أيوب السختياني قال لي أبو قلابة يا أيوب الزم سوقك فإن الغنى من العافية
Ayuub al-Sakhtiani narrated that Abu Qilabah said to him:
'𝗢 𝗔𝘆𝘂𝘂𝗯, 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 (𝗶.𝗲. 𝗱𝗼 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲), 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝘀𝘂𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹-𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴.'
['Kitab Al-Tamhid', 18/330]
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Hadith: By his good character a believer will attain the degree of one who prays during the night and fasts during the day
The Prophet ﷺ said By his good character a believer will attain the degree of one who prays during the night and fasts during the day.
Sunan Abu dawud, Book 42, 4780-sahih
The Prophet ﷺ said There is nothing heavier than good character put in the scale of a believer on the Day of Resurrection.
Sunan Abu dawud,Book 42, 4781-sahih
The Prophet ﷺ said I guarantee a house in the upper part of Paradise for a man who made his character good.
Sunan Abu Dawud,Book 41, 4782-Hasan
The Prophet ﷺ said: The most perfect believer in respect of faith is he who is best of them in manners (character)
Sunan Abu Dawud,Book 40, 4665-Sahih
The Prophet ﷺ said By his good character a believer will attain the degree of one who prays during the night and fasts during the day.
Sunan Abu dawud, Book 42, 4780-sahih
The Prophet ﷺ said There is nothing heavier than good character put in the scale of a believer on the Day of Resurrection.
Sunan Abu dawud,Book 42, 4781-sahih
The Prophet ﷺ said I guarantee a house in the upper part of Paradise for a man who made his character good.
Sunan Abu Dawud,Book 41, 4782-Hasan
The Prophet ﷺ said: The most perfect believer in respect of faith is he who is best of them in manners (character)
Sunan Abu Dawud,Book 40, 4665-Sahih
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The intestines of a camel were thrown upon the back of Rasulullaah and he supplicated against them
Narrated
Narrated
Abdullah:
While Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) was prostrating (as stated below).
Narrated Abdullah bin Masud:
Once the Prophet (ﷺ) was offering prayers at the Kaba. Abu Jahl was sitting with some of his companions. One of them said to the others, "Who amongst you will bring the Abdominal contents (intestines, etc.) of a camel of Bani so and so and put it on the back of Muhammad, when he prostrates?" The most unfortunate of them got up and brought it. He waited till the Prophet (ﷺ) prostrated and then placed it on his back between his shoulders. I was watching but could not do any thing. I wish I had some people with me to hold out against them. They started laughing and falling on one another. Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) was in prostration and he did not lift his head up till Fatima (Prophet's daughter) came and threw that (camel's Abdominal contents) away from his back. He raised his head and said thrice, "O Allah! Punish Quraish." So it was hard for Abu Jahl and his companions when the Prophet invoked Allah against them as they had a conviction that the prayers and invocations were accepted in this city (Mecca). The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "O Allah! Punish Abu Jahl, Utba bin Rabia, Shaiba bin Rabia, Al-Walid bin Utba, Umaiya bin Khalaf, and `Uqba bin Al Mu'it [??] (and he mentioned the seventh whose name I cannot recall). By Allah in Whose Hands my life is, I saw the dead bodies of those persons who were counted by Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) in the Qalib (one of the wells) of Badr. '[ Al Bukhari 240]👍8
Many of the students of knowledge need to grow a backbone. They remain silent about open misguidance from people both online and in our communities.
Why? Because they say it's about "respecting" each other's differences. There is a difference between the very valid differing stances of scholars on issues of fiqh but when crazy ideas and stances are propagated - to remain silent is defrauding the ummah.
To unite on what we agree on and remain silent on what we disagree on is a false methodology and it has led us to this point.
A warning to duaat. You will be questioned about your knowledge and why you remained silent and did not defend this religion. There won't be any fanboys or fangirls who can help you on that day either.
Why? Because they say it's about "respecting" each other's differences. There is a difference between the very valid differing stances of scholars on issues of fiqh but when crazy ideas and stances are propagated - to remain silent is defrauding the ummah.
To unite on what we agree on and remain silent on what we disagree on is a false methodology and it has led us to this point.
A warning to duaat. You will be questioned about your knowledge and why you remained silent and did not defend this religion. There won't be any fanboys or fangirls who can help you on that day either.
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