PodSeries: Intention & Sincerity – 3

In a Hadith found in Sahih Bukhari, number 3267, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, warned that the one who contradicts their own advice when commanding good and forbidding evil will be punished in Hell. Instead of following in the footsteps of the righteous predecessors by advising only for the sakeContinue reading “PodSeries: Intention & Sincerity – 3”

PodSeries: Intention & Sincerity – 2

In a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 3154, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, warned that those who perform deeds for the sake of people, such as showing off, instead of doing them for the pleasure of Allah, the Exalted, will be told to gain their reward on JudgmentContinue reading “PodSeries: Intention & Sincerity – 2”

PodSeries: Intention & Sincerity – 1

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.  SincerityContinue reading “PodSeries: Intention & Sincerity – 1”

PodSeries: Financial Dealings – 4

I read a news article a while ago, which I wanted to briefly discuss. It reported on the attitude of some people during the outbreak of the Corona Virus. It is important for muslims to show the world the true teachings of Islam by practically demonstrating the behaviour of a true muslim. It is obviousContinue reading “PodSeries: Financial Dealings – 4”

PodSeries: Financial Dealings – 3

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 “PodSeries: Financial Dealings – 3”

PodSeries: Financial Dealings – 2

In a Hadith found in Sunan Ibn Majah, number 2146, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, warned that merchants will be raised as immoral people on Judgment Day except those who fear Allah, the Exalted, act righteously and speak the truth. This Hadith applies to all those who take part inContinue reading “PodSeries: Financial Dealings – 2”

PodSeries: Financial Dealings – 1

In a Hadith found in Sahih Bukhari, number 2076, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, supplicated for the mercy of Allah, the Exalted, on those who are lenient in financial matters, such as buying and selling goods, and when they demand the repayment of a loan. It is important for muslimsContinue reading “PodSeries: Financial Dealings – 1”

PodSeries: Charity – 20

I had a thought, which I wanted to share. When a Muslim truly believes that everything they possess belongs to Allah, the Exalted, then using the blessings they possess correctly, such as giving charity, through the grace of Allah, the Exalted, becomes easy. One who adopts this attitude realizes they are simply returning a loanContinue reading “PodSeries: Charity – 20”

PodSeries: Charity – 19

I had a thought which I wanted to share. Muslims often claim that due to their busy lives they do not find time to perform voluntary righteous deeds or even gain further knowledge on Islam. In cases like this a Muslim should strive to donate as much charity as possible as this righteous deed doesContinue reading “PodSeries: Charity – 19”

PodSeries: Charity – 18

In a long Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 2616, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, described some important deeds which muslims must strive to perform. One of things mentioned is that charity extinguishes sins like water extinguishes fire. A similar Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 664, advisesContinue reading “PodSeries: Charity – 18”