The last blog was discussing the Hadith found in Sahih Muslim, number 159 and the importance of remaining steadfast on the teachings of Islam. As people are not perfect they will undoubtedly make mistakes and commit sins. So being steadfast in matters of faith does not mean one has to be perfect but it meansContinue reading “PODHADITH: BEING STEADFAST – PART 2 OF 2”
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PODEVENT: THE PURPOSE OF MANKIND
Allah, the Exalted, summarises the creation of the human being in chapter 40 Ghafir, verse 67: “It is He who created you from dust, then from a sperm-drop, then from a clinging clot; then He brings you out as a child; then [He develops you] that you reach your [time of] maturity, then [further] thatContinue reading “PODEVENT: THE PURPOSE OF MANKIND”
PODSERIES: BENEFITS OF TESTS AND TRIALS – PART 7 OF 7
The next wisdom behind tests and difficulties is that they are a means for a muslim to receive blessings. Many occasions in one’s life they believed something was bad only to change their mind later on. And many times they believed something was good yet, it became a burden for them. So the muslim whoContinue reading “PODSERIES: BENEFITS OF TESTS AND TRIALS – PART 7 OF 7”
PODHADITH: BEING STEADFAST – PART 1 OF 2
In a Hadith found in Sahih Muslim, number 159, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, gave a short but far reaching piece of advice. He advised people to sincerely declare their belief in Allah, the Exalted, and then remain steadfast on it. Remaining steadfast on one’s faith means that they mustContinue reading “PODHADITH: BEING STEADFAST – PART 1 OF 2”
PODTHOUGHT: LET THINGS GO
I had a thought which I wanted to share. I was pondering over something which all muslims hope for. They all hope that on Judgment Day, Allah, the Exalted, will put aside, overlook and forgive their past mistakes and sins. But the strange thing is that most of these same muslims who hope and prayContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: LET THINGS GO”
PODSERIES: BENEFITS OF TESTS AND TRIALS – PART 6 OF 7
The next wisdom behind tests and difficulties is that they are a means to erasing one’s sins. In cases where one either fails to sincerely repent or fails to perform enough righteous deeds to erase their minor sins, tests and difficulties are a means of purification. This has been confirmed in many Hadiths such asContinue reading “PODSERIES: BENEFITS OF TESTS AND TRIALS – PART 6 OF 7”
PODHADITH: PERFECTING ISLAM
In a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 2317, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that a muslim cannot make their Islam excellent until they avoid the things which do not concern them. This Hadith contains an all-encompassing advice which should be applied to every aspect of one’s life.Continue reading “PODHADITH: PERFECTING ISLAM”
PODNEWS: STRESSING OVER CHILDREN
I read a news article a while ago which I wanted to briefly discuss. It reported on the stress of family life, such as raising children. Even though there are many things a person can learn and do to reduce this stress only one important thing will be discussed in this blog. Every parent orContinue reading “PODNEWS: STRESSING OVER CHILDREN”
PODSERIES: BENEFITS OF TESTS AND TRIALS – PART 5 OF 7
The next wisdom behind tests and difficulties is that they can lead to great happiness for those who possess true knowledge. This is because the knowledgeable are aware of the great blessings which result from being patient during difficulties. For example, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, once advised in aContinue reading “PODSERIES: BENEFITS OF TESTS AND TRIALS – PART 5 OF 7”
PODHADITH: CONTROLLING ANGER – PART 3 OF 3
The last blog was discussing a Hadith found in Sahih Bukhari, number 6116, and the importance of controlling one’s anger. As discussed in an earlier blog anger within limits can be useful. It should be used for repelling harm to one’s self, faith, and possessions which if done correctly, according to the teachings of Islam,Continue reading “PODHADITH: CONTROLLING ANGER – PART 3 OF 3”
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