I had a thought which I wanted to share. I was pondering over a common problem most people encounter during their lives. People often complain that no matter how hard they try they cannot seem to please everyone. No matter what situation they are in someone always seems to be displeased with them. This isContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: PLEASING EVERYONE”
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PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 5
“Those are upon [right] guidance from their Lord, and it is those who are the successful.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 5. This verse refers to the muslims who believe in the things mentioned in the previous two verses. Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verses 3-4: “Who believe in the unseen, establish prayer, and spend outContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 5”
PODSERIES: BENEFITS OF TESTS AND TRIALS – PART 4 OF 7
The next wisdom behind tests and difficulties in cases where one has been wronged by another is to gain reward and the forgiveness of Allah, the Exalted, by forgiving their oppressor. Chapter 24 An Nur, verse 22: “…and let them pardon and overlook. Would you not like that Allah should forgive you?…” All muslims desireContinue reading “PODSERIES: BENEFITS OF TESTS AND TRIALS – PART 4 OF 7”
PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 4 – PART 3 OF 3
“And who believe in what has been revealed to you, [O Muḥammad], and what was revealed before you, and of the Hereafter they are certain [in faith].” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 4. The previous blog was discussing the last aspect of this verse namely, certainty of faith. Allah, the Exalted, did not only declareContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 4 – PART 3 OF 3”
PODHADITH: CONTROLLING ANGER – PART 2 OF 3
The last blog was discussing a Hadith found in Sahih Bukhari, number 6116, and the importance of controlling one’s anger. When a person is angered they should change their body position in order to make themself more inactive. This has been advised in a Hadith found in Sunan Abu Dawud, number 4782. This will preventContinue reading “PODHADITH: CONTROLLING ANGER – PART 2 OF 3”
PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 4 – PART 2
“And who believe in what has been revealed to you, [O Muḥammad], and what was revealed before you, and of the Hereafter they are certain [in faith].” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 4. The last part of this verse indicates the importance of certainty of faith. It is vital for muslims to gain and actContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 4 – PART 2”
PODNEWS: GRASS IS GREENER ON THE OTHER SIDE
I read a news article a while ago which I wanted to briefly discuss. It reported on a celebrity who discussed an abusive relationship she was once in. Firstly, there is no doubt Islam takes this behaviour very seriously and it is crystal that it contradicts its teachings. For example, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peaceContinue reading “PODNEWS: GRASS IS GREENER ON THE OTHER SIDE”
PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 4 – PART 1
“And who believe in what has been revealed to you, [O Muḥammad], and what was revealed before you, and of the Hereafter they are certain [in faith].” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 4. This verse continues mentioning the characteristics required to achieve righteousness which is needed to obtain right guidance from the Holy Quran. ChapterContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 4 – PART 1”
PODSERIES: BENEFITS OF TESTS AND TRIALS – PART 3 OF 7
The next wisdom behind tests and difficulties is to inspire muslims to perform an important act of worship, namely supplication to Allah, the Exalted. This has been advised in a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 3371. Supplication is an extreme sign of one’s humility and their acknowledgment of the Lordship of Allah, theContinue reading “PODSERIES: BENEFITS OF TESTS AND TRIALS – PART 3 OF 7”
PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 3 – PART 3 OF 3
“Who believe in the unseen, establish prayer and spend out of what We have provided for them.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 3. As indicated by the previous verse a muslim will only be rightly guided by the Holy Quran after they adopt piety. Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 2: “This is the Book aboutContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 3 – PART 3 OF 3”
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