*Be FIRM, and DO NOT change*

Shāykh Muhammad bin Saalih al-Uthaimeen [رحمه الله]

“Be FIRM, and DO NOT change (your stance) because of the large number of attacks on you nor due to (their) being offended by your words. As long as you are upon the TRUTH then be firm, for truth is never budged (by falsehood). Thereafter, defend (the truth) if you are in a weak position. There is nothing lesser than defending (the truth). But if you are in a strong position, then upon you is to attack (the falsehood). For the days take turns (sometimes in your favor and sometimes otherwise).

But (remember) the most important thing is that even if you are in a weaker position, then you should remain firm. And never say: ‘Oh, all the people are in opposition to this.’ Rather, be firm, for Allaah سُبحانه وتعالى aids His Deen, His Book, His Messenger throughout the ages.

No doubt that you will face harm (from the people). Here is Imaam Ahmadرحمه الله , he was dragged by a mule in the market and was whipped. But he was patiently firm.

And here is Shāykh-ul-Islaam Ibn Taymiyyah [رحمه الله] , who was driven around in the market on a cart and was thrown in the prison, but he remained firm.

It is not possible that the earth will always be a carpet of roses and flowers for a person who clings to the Sunnah (for he will face opposition and will be harmed by the people).”

[Sharh al-Nooniyyah of Ibnul Qayyim by Shāykh Ibn al-`Uthaimeen (3/270)]

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REMINDER:

As always people will increase in their good deeds for Ramadhān

Some may start praying, or attending the masjid, or start wearing hijab, or quit music, or stop watching haraam, etc…

However, the fact you can do this for a whole month is proof that you have enough time to pray Salah, and the masjid is not too far away, and hijāb is not too hard, and that you can lower your gaze.

So remember that the purpose of Ramadhān is not for you to obey Allāh for a month, then go back to your old habits. Rather Allāh is to be worshipped all year round with sincerity.

As Ka’ab رحمه الله said, Whoever fasts Ramadhān while telling himself that after breaking the fasting of Ramadhān he will return to disobedience to his Lord, his fasting is rejected of him.

ADVICES FOR RAMADHAN.

Don’t get hangry

When you’re tired, hungry and hot, it’s easy to get frustrated at friends, family and colleagues. However, when we fast we also be mindful of our behaviour. We must hold our tongue, lower our gaze and ensure that our behaviour is “in check”. So when something is testing your patience, stop, breathe, pause and stay calm. You may be hungry, but try at all costs to not get hangry. After all, the reward is with Allah (SWT)!

Connect with others

If you’ve fallen out with a friend or not talked to a family member in a while, then Ramadan is a great chance for a fresh start. Build broken bonds, reach out to loved ones, ask for forgiveness and spend time with family and friends this month. You’ll feel a great relief and you’ll be healing the hurt of others at the same time.

Remember the reasons

Ramadan is a blessed time of spiritual renewal, reflection and bonding with not only Allah (SWT) but also our family, friends and wider community. It’s also not easy – but that’s where the reward lies! So whenever you’re feeling tired, hungry, thirsty or even low, remember why you’re fasting – for the love of Allah (SWT). SubhanAllah!

So, with these ten top tips, you should be fully prepared for a blessed month ahead, ready to face any challenge you may face and able to make the most of these precious, sacred weeks. From everyone at Islamic Relief, we’d therefore like to wish you and your family a productive, happy and healthy Ramadan.

Hadith : Charity freed from the jaws of seventy devils

قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ مَا يُخْرِجُ رَجُلٌ شَيْئًا مِنْ الصَّدَقَةِ حَتَّى يَفُكَّ عَنْهَا لَحْيَيْ سَبْعِينَ شَيْطَانًا

RasoolAllah SallAllahu Alaihi Wasallam Said Charity does not leave a man until it is freed from the jaws of seventy devils.
Musnad Ahmed : 3574 - Sahih

“O Allaah, provide us the means to offset our debts immediately.” Aameen

Loving and hating for the sake of Allah is one of the essential components of Laa-illaha-ill-Allah.

As a Muslim, you must have total loyalty to Allah and total rejection of all that Allah hates! If you do not have this then something is seriously wrong with your Imaan!

Al-wala’ wal-bara’ is from Imaan in Allah and His Messenger!

Belief in Allah necessitates love for His sake, hate for His sake, and making friends and enemies for His sake…

Only the People of Emaan, those who know what Emaan is will understand the concept of Al-Walaa (association, amity) wal-Baraa (and dis-association, enmity):

لاَ‌ تَجِدُ‌ قَ‍‍وْما‌ ً‌ يُؤْمِن‍‍ُ‍ونَ بِ‍اللَّ‍‍هِ ‌وَ‌الْيَ‍‍وْمِ ‌الآ‍‍خِ‍‍رِ‌ يُو‍َ‍‌ا‌دّ‍ُ‍‌ونَ مَ‍‌‍نْ ح‍‍َ‍ا‌دَّ‌ ‌اللَّ‍‍هَ ‌وَ‌‍رَسُولَ‍‍هُ ‌وَلَوْ‌ كَانُ‍‍و‌ا‌ ‌آب‍‍َ‍ا‌ءَهُمْ ‌أَ‌وْ‌ ‌أَبْ‍‍ن‍‍َ‍ا‌ءَهُمْ ‌أَ‌وْ‌ ‌إِخْ‍‍وَ‌انَهُمْ ‌أَ‌وْ‌ عَشِي‍رَتَهُمْ ۚ ‌أ‍ُ‍‌وْل‍‍َ‍ائِكَ كَتَبَ فِي قُ‍‍لُوبِهِمُ ‌الإِيم‍‍َ‍انَ ‌وَ‌أَيَّدَهُمْ بِر‍ُ‍‌وحٍ‌ مِ‍‌‍نْ‍‍هُ ۖ ‌وَيُ‍‍دْ‍‍خِ‍‍لُهُمْ جَ‍‍نّ‍‍‍َ‍ات‌‍ٍ‌ تَ‍‍جْ‍‍‍رِي مِ‍‌‍نْ تَحْتِهَا‌ ‌الأَ‌نْ‍‍ه‍‍َ‍ا‌رُ‌ خَ‍‍الِد‍ِ‍ي‍‍نَ فِيهَا‌ ۚ ‌‍رَضِ‍‍يَ ‌اللَّ‍‍هُ عَ‍‌‍نْ‍‍هُمْ ‌وَ‌‍رَضُ‍‍و‌ا‌ عَ‍‌‍نْ‍‍هُ ۚ ‌أ‍ُ‍‌وْل‍‍َ‍ائِكَ حِزْبُ ‌اللَّ‍‍هِ ۚ ‌أَلاَ‌ ‌إِنَّ حِزْبَ ‌اللَّ‍‍هِ هُمُ ‌الْمُفْلِحُونَ

Allah said: You will not find any people who believe in Allah and the Last Day, making friendship with those who oppose Allah and His Messenger, even though they were their fathers or their sons or their brothers or their kindred. For such He has written faith in their hearts, and strengthened them with Ruh from Himself. And He will admit them to Gardens under which rivers flow, to dwell therein (forever). Allah is well pleased with them, and they are well pleased with Him. They are the party of Allah. Verily, the party of Allah will be the successful.

Surat Al-Mujadilah 58:22 | Translation by: Dr. M. Muhsin Khan

Tremendous Reminder

Ash-Shaykh Al-Mufassir Al-‘Allāmah 'Abdur-Raḥmān As-Si'dī رحمه الله said:

And beware of feeling regret over past affairs which were not decreed for you, or loss of health, wealth, a job and the likes. Let your focus and concern be rectifying the actions of the day you are in; for indeed a person is the offspring of their day - they do not greive over the past, nor do they look distantly in to the future where it is of no benefit to them.

And be truthful, fulfill your oaths and promises and be just in all of your dealings. Give people their rights in full and in abundance. Do so, with a soul at peace and an īmān (faith) that is truthful and sincere.

And busy yourself with your own shortcomings and your own affairs above the shortcomings and affairs of others.

And deal with every individual person according to what is appropriate for their mental state; whether young or old, male or female, the ruling class or the ruled.

Be gentle and merciful with every individual - even the wild or domesticated animals. Verily Allāh is Merciful only to His Slaves who show mercy.

Strive constantly in all your endeavors and affairs. Keep your mind open to any and every benefit - whether religious or worldly.

Reference: Majmū’ Mu'allafātihi [21/258]

Rabah ibn ‘Amr reported: Malik ibn Dinar, may Allah have mercy on him, said, “There is no righteous deed but that an obstacle is in front of it. If one is patient, he will break through to comfort, but if he is intimidated, he will turn back.”

Source: Ḥilyat al-Awliyā’ 2/371

عن رَبَاحُ بْنُ عَمْرٍو قَالَ قَالَ مَالِك بْن دِينَارٍ رَحِمَهُ اللَّهُ مَا مِنْ أَعْمَالِ الْبِرِّ شَيْءٌ إِلَّا وَدُونَهُ عَقَبَةٌ فَإِنْ صَبَرَ صَاحِبُهَا أَفْضَتْ بِهِ إِلَى رَوْحٍ وَإِنْ جَزَعَ رَجَعَ

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Ibn Uthaymeen (rahimahullah) said:

"Compete with the people of falsehood on the internet until the truth is made clear."

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☝🏽Amazing greenery, a reminder of the greatness of Allāh سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَى, the Creator of all of these.
الْـحَـمْـدُ لِـلَّـهِ رَبِّ الْـعَـالَـمِـيـنَ 🪻
Ibn al-Qayyim lists
Four things bring joy to the heart:

1. Looking at loved ones.
2. Looking [and reflecting] at the blue sky.
3. Looking [and reflecting] at flowing water.
4. Looking [and reflecting] at greenery.

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Summarised from Ibn Qayyim al-Jawzīyah, ..2018. Zād al-Maʻād fī Hady Hhayr al-ʻIbād. Riyād: Muʼassasat al-Risālah. P. 614

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BENEFITS OF RECITING QUR’AN WITH TRANSLATION ESPECIALLY IN RAMADAN

‎بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم

The Holy Quran is the 4th and Last Sacred Book of Allah SWT that He revealed upon His Last Messenger Muhammad ﷺ in the early 7th century A.D. It not only approves the previous Heavenly Manunoscripts of the Almighty and His Prophets, but also provides a complete guideline for living a successful life here and in the hereafter.

Muslims all over the world recite and understand this Sanctified Scripture as a religious duty and seek assistance from it.

The Creator of the world of the worlds says regarding the matter of understanding the Instructions present in Furqan e Hameed as:

“So when the Qur’an is recited, then listen to it and pay attention that you may receive mercy.” [Quran, 7: 204]

The Holy Quran was first disclosed in the land of Arabia and its official language too is Arabic, but still God, the Exalted has emphasized on listening to its recitation closely in order to comprehend its true connotation. If the native Arabians were directed to do so, it means that those who do not know this mode of communication better, they are even more required to translate its teachings into their local speech to absorb it better.

Although, the plain recital might well lead to obtaining some benefits in terms of Allah`s Remembrance and seeking His forgiveness, but that is only possible when someone has already read or understood some of the essential teachings of Furqan e Hameed before. In case of new learners, it is only likely to get some advantage out of narration of this Consecrated Paperback when it is done in a language that it can easily understand.

Some of the great benefits of reading the Holy Quran with Translation (Understanding) are as follows:

More Reward For Non Arabic Natives

If this Revered Volume of Allah Ta’ala was just meant for plain recitation without understanding it, then it would not be possible for the rest of the world to realize its actual connotation. There is a great reward for reading the Holy Quran especially in case of Arabic being a foreign language, as it ultimately leads to attainment of Knowledge of the commandments of the Almighty Lord.

Hazrat Abdullah ibn Ma’sood (R.A) narrates that Rasulullah ﷺ said:
“Those who attempt to read it with difficulty (because of their lack of familiarity with the language) will merit double rewards.”

(Tirmidhi and Abu Dawood)

The above mentioned Hadith tells about tremendous amount of returns in the form of blessings of Allah Ta’ala as a result of having difficulty in the Quranic recital. It means that those who do not understand the Arabic language, yet they strive hard to learn about teachings of Furqan e Hameed, it will be considered a bigger effort for sake of pleasing the Gracious God.

In-Depth Reading Leading To More Understanding

It is common observation in any field of studies that comprehensive analysis of things leads to better understanding of the complex matters and concepts involved under consideration. Arabic too is a very intricate and hard to grasp lingo that calls for translation of the Holy Verses of Quran into some native language in order to be aware of them properly.

Hazrat Abu Sa’eed Khudri (R.A) narrates that Rasulullah ‎ﷺ‎ said:
‘That person who, due to excessive recitation of the Qur’an is not able to make Allah Ta’ala’s Dhikr and Du’a, Allah Ta’ala will bestow such a person with more blessings and Ni’mat than even those who make Dhikr and Du’a.’

(Tirmidhi)

It means that a person who thoroughly reads Furqan e Hameed so that it could make itself familiar with the Islamic Convictions attains more bounties of Allah Ta’ala as compared to spending that extra time in His Memory. This is so because while doing detailed study of the Quranic Revelations, one comes to know about its true significance which helps a person to put its life on the right track.

Knowing About Matters Concerning Daily Life
The Holy Quran does not just comprise of parables about the past nations, but also encloses life transforming instructions and guidelines from the Gracious God.

“And, We have certainly presented for the people in this Qur’an from every [kind of] example – that they might remember.” [Quran, 39: 27]

The above mentioned Ayah clearly indicates that this Sacred Book consists of such examples which are very crucial for one to remember in order to seek constant guidance.

No! Indeed, the Qur’an is a reminder. Then whoever wills will remember it. [Quran, 74: 54-55]

If Quran is a reminder, then how can one come to know about Warnings and Prompts discussed by Allah Ta’ala if a person does not understand the Arabic language? It increases the significance of translation of the Hallowed Verses so that one can recognize the essential directives and commands of the Almighty Lord.
Fulfillment of a Religious Duty

The demise of the Muslims in this day and age is undeniably down to ignorance of the true understanding of the Holy Quran. The present Muslim World has left this Heavenly Manunoscript in the hands of Mullas (Religious Scholars) and rest either just recite it in plain Arabic. Allah SWT has directed every believer to think over the Quranic Verses in order to get enlightened.

“[This is] a blessed Book which We have revealed to you, [O Muhammad], that they might reflect upon its verses and that those of understanding would be reminded.” [Quran, 38: 29]

In this Ayah, the Most Merciful has commanded all the Muslims to reflect on the Quranic Instructions not only to comprehend their implication for it is a Divine Book that leads towards righteousness and morality. The Almighty Lord also mentions about being reminded of what was understood in this world regarding Furqan e Hameed. All of this discussion leads towards one pinnacle point. I.e. reading and understanding the Holy Quran is far better than just reciting it and that is only possible when it is translated into some local or an easily explicable language.

In short, the Holy Quran is a highly Revered Volume of Allah Ta’ala that requires proper understanding, which is possible when it is interpreted in one`s own language

The Prophet (ﷺ) said: “The Dunya (worldly life); all of it is a fleeting enjoyment, and the best of the fleeting enjoyments of the Dunya is a righteous woman.”

Saheeh Muslim (no.1467) and the wording is from Saheeh al-Jaami as-Sagheer wa Ziyaadah no. 3413

Shaykh al-Uthaymeen rahimahullaah mentions:

So his (ﷺ) statement: “The Dunya is a fleeting enjoyment.” Meaning a thing that one benefits from and enjoys (i.e. utilises) just like a traveller utilises and benefits from his provisions and then it ends (i.e. it is temporary). And the best of these temporary enjoyments and provisions (that one enjoys and benefits from) is a righteous woman. If a person is given the success and ability to have a woman who is Saalihah (righteous and sound) in her religion and her intellect then this is the best of the transitory enjoyments and provisions of the life of this world. That is because she will safeguard and protect his secrets, his wealth and his children. And if she is sound in her intellect then she will be able to organise and manage his house in a good manner, and likewise the cultivation of her children. When he looks at her she pleases him, if he is away from her she safeguards herself for him, and if he entrusts her with something she will not betray him. So this woman is the best of the fleeting and temporary enjoyments and provisions of the worldly life.

For this reason the Messenger of Allaah (ﷺ) said: “A woman is married for four reasons: for her wealth, her lineage, her beauty and her religion. So get (married to) the one with the religion, may your hands be covered with dust.” Meaning upon you is to marry her (the religious one) because she is the best a man can marry. The one with the religion even if she is not beautiful in appearance, but her manners and her religion will beautify her. So get married to the one with the religion, may your hands be covered with dust.

Translation by: Aboo 'Abdillaah Bilal Hussain al-Kashmiree
Reference: Sharh Riyaadh as-Saaliheen by Shaykh Ibn al-'Uthaymeen rahimahullaah, (3/136-137).

Upon the authority of ‘Uqbah Ibn ‘Aamir who said the Messenger of Allah [ﷺ] said:

❝Whoever fasts a day for the sake of Allah, then Allah distances him from Jahannam the distance of one hundred years.❞
Collected By Nisaa’ee | Sh. Al-Albani: 'Hasan' In 'Saheehul Jaami', (No. 6330) | Translated By Abu Hakeem Bilal Davis]

🎓Shaikh `Abdul Razzaaq al-Badr:

While reciting the Qur’aan, your concern should not be: "When can I finish this Surah?"

Rather, when reciting the Qur’aan, you should be concerned with: "When will I receive guidance through this Qur’aan?", "When will I benefit from this Qur’aan?", "When will I be from the people of al-Qur’aan (those who recite it and implement it)?"

Women Traveling for Hajj In Groups Without Any Male Family Members
Posted on June 29, 2023 by admin
In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Ever Merciful…

QUESTION: If I came for Hajj in the company of a group of ladies, without any mahram (male family member) of mine, while I am more than 50 years old, is my Hajj considered correct?

ANSWER by Shaykh ‘Abdul-‘Azeez ibn Baaz (may Allah have Mercy on him):

It is not permissible for a Muslim lady to perform Hajj without a mahram (male family member). The Prophet (may Allah raise his rank and grant him peace) said, “No woman may travel without a mahram accompanying her.” [1]

Some of the scholars held that it is permissible to perform Hajj in a group of trustworthy women without any mahram, yet this opinion is disproven. What is correct is what the Prophet (may Allah raise his rank and grant him peace) said: “No woman may travel without a mahram accompanying her.” [1]

However, if it already occurred that she performed Hajj among a group of women, then her Hajj would still be valid, yet she must repent to Allah, as she has erred and incurred sin. So she must repent to Allah, have remorse, and not repeat the likes of this. The Hajj is still valid, if Allah so wills, because she has fulfilled the rites of Hajj, so it is valid even though it has with it this sin of violating the Sunnah, performing Hajj without a mahram. Allah is the one who grants success, and He, the Exalted and Most High, has the most extensive Wisdom, so she must repent from that.

Source: A question answered on the “Noor ‘alad-Darb” radio program, as found on the shaykh’s official website. [binbaz.org.sa] [MP3 Arabic] [screenshot]

https://www.bakkah.net/en/women-traveling-for-hajj-in-groups-without-any-mahram-male-family-members.htm

Q: What is the proper order of making up the Fajr (dawn), Zhuhr (Noon) and Asr (Afternoon) in case of forgetting to offer them on time?

A: Making up the missed prayers should be offered upon remembering them and in their respective order as prescribed by Allah (Glorified be He), a person should perform Fajr (dawn), Zhuhr (noon), then Asr (afternoon) prayer.

Fatwas of the Permanent Committee Volume 6/159 | Alifta

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Irony of life My house was about to be locked ...... On the 29th of November 2021 just because I was not able to pay the rent. I posted it on facebook seeking for help, but all I got were 2 likes & zero comments. So l sent 250 messages to my contact list requesting for a loan of $1500. Sadly only 10 people replied. 6 out of the 10 claimed they couldn't help. Only 1 out of the 4 who said they could help actually gave me some money but the rest only gave me excuses and never picked my calls. In the end, my door was locked. I had no where to sleep. I walked in the dark seeking options and sadly a thief stole my empty purse with my identity card in it. He was badly hit by a fast moving car as he was running away, so he died. Fast forward>> The next day, news quickly spread around that I had died. About 2,500 people posted on my wall how they knew me. How great I was ! A committee was formed by my, *loyal friends* who contributed $18000 to feed guests at my funeral. My colleagues at work teamed up and brought another $4500 for a coffin, tents and chairs. I was to be burried in a coffin worth $1500- the same amount I needed for rent. Relatives also met. It was a rare occasion for them to meet, so they met and contributed an extra $3000. Everyone wanted to volunteer in order to appear they were helping. They printed T-shirts with my image. Each T-Shirt costing $2,50, so the T-shirt man made about $25000 from my presumed death. Everyone wanted to speak at my funeral. There was drama all over from people who never knew how l survived. There was even rumour that I was murdered by my friends. Speeches were made on how talented I was, even by those who never attended my events. The few friends who supported me didn't even get the chance to speak during my funeral - although they knew the Truth. In fact, they were prime suspects for my ‘death’. You could imagine how the scene turned after I showed up alive! Some thought l was a ghost. *THIS IS THE IRONY OF LIFE; WE LOVE THE DEAD MORE THAN THE LIVING* ~ Author Unknown

COPIED.....
-Wealth shouldn’t make you like Qaroon.
He was Hafiz of Tawrah but greed destroyed him.
Being Hafiz and Alim can also create pride.
Rectify the heart all the time.
-Wealth and children can be a means of punishment if rights aren’t fulfilled.
-Because of wealth and authority don’t do Zulam.