PODHADITH: IF ONLY

In a Hadith found in Sunan Ibn Majah, number 4168, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised some important things. The first is that the strong believer is more beloved to Allah, the Exalted, than a weaker believer. This does not necessarily refer to physical strength, which one uses to performContinue reading “PODHADITH: IF ONLY”

PODHADITH: HOLDING ON

In a Hadith found in Sahih Muslim, number 7400, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that the one who continues worshipping Allah, the Exalted, during widespread turmoil and seditions is like the one who has emigrated to the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, during his lifetime.Continue reading “PODHADITH: HOLDING ON”

PODHADITH: HEARING AND SPEAKING

In a Hadith found in Sunan Abu Dawud, number 4992, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, indicated that speaking about everything one hears to others is enough to make them sinful. It is important to note, one should firstly ensure they only listen to lawful speech, as actively participating in aContinue reading “PODHADITH: HEARING AND SPEAKING”

PODHADITH: HASTEN TO ACTIONS

In a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 2306, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised muslims to hasten in performing righteous deeds before seven things occur. The first is overwhelming poverty. This can refer to financial difficulties which distract a person from the obedience of Allah, the Exalted, whichContinue reading “PODHADITH: HASTEN TO ACTIONS”

PODHADITH: SINCERITY

In a Hadith found in Sahih Muslim number 196, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that Islam is sincerity towards: Allah, the Exalted, His book, meaning, the Holy Quran, to the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, to the leaders of society and to the general public.Continue reading “PODHADITH: SINCERITY”

PODHADITH: GUIDING OTHERS

In a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 2674, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that the one who guides others to something good will receive the same reward as those who act on their advice. And those who guide others to sins, will be held accountable as ifContinue reading “PODHADITH: GUIDING OTHERS”

PODHADITH: GUARANTEE OF PARADISE

In a Hadith found in Sahih Bukhari, number 6474, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, guaranteed Paradise to the person who safeguards their mouth and chastity. The first thing mentioned indicates safeguarding one’s speech. Meaning, a muslim must avoid all types of evil speech, such as backbiting, as it only takesContinue reading “PODHADITH: GUARANTEE OF PARADISE”

PODHADITH: GOOD WORLDLY BLESSINGS

In a Hadith found in Sunan Ibn Majah, number 2141, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that wealth is not bad as long as the one who possesses it has piety. He added that good health was better than wealth and concluded that being cheerful is a blessing. The muslimContinue reading “PODHADITH: GOOD WORLDLY BLESSINGS”

PODHADITH: GOOD SPENDING

In a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 2482, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that all lawful spending gains reward from Allah, the Exalted, except the wealth which is spent on construction. This includes all spending on lawful things which is free from excessiveness, waste or extravagance. SpendingContinue reading “PODHADITH: GOOD SPENDING”

PODHADITH: GOOD BEHAVIOUR

In a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 1977, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, warned against adopting characteristics that are not found in a true believer. The first negative characteristic is insulting the honor of others. A true believer does not harm the honor of others through their speechContinue reading “PODHADITH: GOOD BEHAVIOUR”