The next divine name is Al Wahaab, which means the Bestower. In respect to Allah, the Exalted, it can mean the One who is infinitely bountiful and bestows favours and blessings without recompense or external cause. He gives generously without being asked. The muslim who understands this blessed divine name will always seek bounty andContinue reading “PODSERIES: THE BEAUTIFUL NAMES OF ALLAH, THE EXALTED – PART 10 OF 31”
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PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 42 – PART 3
“And do not mix the truth with falsehood or conceal the truth while you know [it].” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 42. It is important for muslims, especially in this day and age, to understand the difference between those who discuss certain topics which may be considered controversial in order to genuinely benefit people throughContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 42 – PART 3”
PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 42 – PART 2
“And do not mix the truth with falsehood…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 42. Unfortunately, lying is a far too common sin found within society today even though the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, specifically labelled this sin an aspect of hypocrisy. This has been confirmed in a Hadith found inContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 42 – PART 2”
PODHADITH: ARGUING
In a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 1993, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that whoever avoids arguing even if they are right will be given a house in the middle of Paradise. It is important to understand that the characteristic of a true muslim is not toContinue reading “PODHADITH: ARGUING”
PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 42 – PART 1
“And do not mix the truth with falsehood or conceal the truth while you know [it].” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 42. In a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 1971, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, discussed the importance of truthfulness and avoiding lies. The first part advises thatContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 42 – PART 1”
PODSERIES: THE BEAUTIFUL NAMES OF ALLAH, THE EXALTED – PART 9 OF 31
The next divine name is Al Ghafaar, which means the One who often forgives. Allah, the Exalted, conceals and covers the faults of His repentant servants without punishing them or holding it against them in anyway. A muslim should therefore never lose hope in the mercy of Allah, the Exalted, as this leads to unbelief.Continue reading “PODSERIES: THE BEAUTIFUL NAMES OF ALLAH, THE EXALTED – PART 9 OF 31”
PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 41 – PART 4 OF 4
“…And do not exchange My signs for a small price and fear [only] Me…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 41. The aspects of fearing Allah, the Exalted, have been discussed in great detail over six audio/video podcasts titled: Piety, and can be watched using the following link: https://www.facebook.com/watch/108539593905598/2520702294839873 A free eBook version has also beenContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 41 – PART 4 OF 4”
PODTHOUGHT: AVOIDING BITTERNESS
I had a thought which I wanted to share. It is important for muslims to fulfil the rights people have over them, such as their parents, according to the teachings of Islam. But they should not do this for the sake of people nor should they go overboard in their duties by crossing the limitsContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: AVOIDING BITTERNESS”
PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 41 – PART 3
“…And do not exchange My signs for a small price and fear [only] Me…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 41. This verse also reminds muslims that they should not disregard the teachings of Islam by not acting on them. Belief must be supported by actions as one without the other will not lead to success.Continue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 41 – PART 3”
PODHADITH: TRUE HOPE
In a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 2459, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, described the difference between true hope in the mercy of Allah, the Exalted, and wishful thinking. True hope is when one controls their soul by avoiding the disobedience of Allah, the Exalted, and actively strugglesContinue reading “PODHADITH: TRUE HOPE”