Category Archives: Blogs – Thought

PODTHOUGHT: BE THE BEST

I had a thought which I wanted to share. I was pondering over the Companions of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, may Allah be pleased with them, and what made them the best group ever created after the Holy Prophets, peace be upon them. The fact they physically observed the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessingsContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: BE THE BEST”

PODTHOUGHT: BEING HONEST WHEN ADVISING OTHERS

I had a thought which I wanted to share. I was pondering over a strange attitude many people have adopted. When they are questioned about things they are unaware of instead of admitting the truth they give a reply which has little or no foundation in the truth. This can become a serious issue especiallyContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: BEING HONEST WHEN ADVISING OTHERS”

PODTHOUGHT: ADAPTING BEHAVIOUR

I had a thought which I wanted to share. I was pondering over the bad characteristic of stubbornness and its negative effects on the one who possesses it and those around them. Even though this characteristic can lead to many problems only a major one will be discussed in this blog. Some adopt stubbornness inContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: ADAPTING BEHAVIOUR”

PODTHOUGHT: DO ELDERS KNOW BEST?

I had a thought which I wanted to share. The elders of a family, especially parents, often use a statement which they believe indicates their right guidance namely, elders know best. To be honest this statement was true in the day of the righteous predecessors as the elders at that time used to strive inContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: DO ELDERS KNOW BEST?”

PODTHOUGHT: PARANOIA

I had a thought which I wanted to share. I was pondering over a common problem found amongst muslims. When some face difficulties instead of firstly observing themselves and their behaviour to assess whether they need to change for the better and remain steadfast on the obedience of Allah, the Exalted, patiently waiting for reliefContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: PARANOIA”

PODTHOUGHT: LIFE IS LIKE A HOLIDAY

I had a thought which I wanted to share. When people, irrespective of their faith, go on holiday they only pack the things they need and maybe a little extra but they try to avoid over packing. Even the amount of money they take with them they limit in respect to their stay abroad. WhenContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: LIFE IS LIKE A HOLIDAY”

PODTHOUGHT: EXPECTATIONS

I had a thought which I wanted to share. It is important for muslims in all aspects of their life to always set realistic expectations as setting unrealistic expectations always leads to disappointment, sadness, grief and depression which are the ingredients for impatience and the disobedience of Allah, the Exalted. This only leads to furtherContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: EXPECTATIONS”

PODTHOUGHT: BE NEUTRAL

I had a thought which I wanted to share. Muslims often claim that as they are very busy in their worldly activities they find it difficult to do voluntary righteous deeds especially, those related to people, such as physically supporting someone. Even though muslims should strive to perform as much voluntary righteous deeds as possibleContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: BE NEUTRAL”

PODTHOUGHT: IN YOUR HANDS

I had a thought which I wanted to share. Islam teaches muslims that every blessing they possess, such as wealth or children, should be contained in their hand not their heart. An excellent way of achieving this is that each blessing should be used according to commands of Allah, the Exalted, not one’s own desire.Continue reading “PODTHOUGHT: IN YOUR HANDS”

PODTHOUGHT: GIVING ADVICE

I had a thought which I wanted to share. It is important for muslims to offer advice correctly and sincerely as this is an aspect of Islam according to a Hadith, found in Sunan An Nasai, number 4204. In lawful matters, an aspect of this is that a muslim should give advice based on theContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: GIVING ADVICE”