PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 30 – PART 4

“…while we exalt You with praise and declare Your perfection?…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 30. In a Hadith found in Sahih Bukhari, number 6407, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that the difference between the person who remembers Allah, the Exalted, and the one who does not is likeContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 30 – PART 4”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 30 – PART 3

“And [mention, O Muhammad], when your Lord said to the angels, “Indeed, I will make upon the earth a successive authority.” They said, “Will You place upon it one who causes corruption therein and sheds blood…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 30. In a Hadith found in Sunan An Nasai, number 4998, the Holy ProphetContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 30 – PART 3”

PODHADITH: AVOID DARKNESS

In a Hadith found in Sahih Bukhari, number 2447, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, warned that oppression will become a darkness on the Day of Judgment. This is vital to avoid as those who find themselves plunged in darkness will unlikely find their way to Paradise. Only those who willContinue reading “PODHADITH: AVOID DARKNESS”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 30 – PART 2

“And [mention, O Muhammad], when your Lord said to the angels, “Indeed, I will make upon the earth a successive authority.” They said, “Will You place upon it one who causes corruption therein and sheds blood…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 30. Corruption is when a person abuses the blessings they possess, especially their socialContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 30 – PART 2”

PODSERIES: DIVINE SUPPORT – PART 8 OF 11

The last blog was discussing the importance of patience and contentment which has been advised in a Hadith found in Musnad Ahmad, number 2803. It is important to know that Allah, the Exalted, tests those He loves. If they show patience they will be rewarded but if they are angered it only proves their lackContinue reading “PODSERIES: DIVINE SUPPORT – PART 8 OF 11”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 30 – PART 1

“And [mention, O Muhammad], when your Lord said to the angels, “Indeed, I will make upon the earth a successive authority…”” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 30. The first part of this verse reminds muslims of the very important position they have been appointed to by Allah, the Exalted, namely, the ambassadors of Islam. ItContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 30 – PART 1”

PODNEWS: TYPES OF REGRETS

I read a news article a while ago which I wanted to briefly discuss. It reported on the biography of a famous person. The things they achieved and the regrets they have. Muslims should understand that regrets can be classified into two categories. The first are the regrets over worldly things such as not gettingContinue reading “PODNEWS: TYPES OF REGRETS”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 29

“It is He who created for you all of that which is on the earth. Then He directed Himself to the heaven, [His being above all creation], and made them seven heavens, and He is Knowing of all things.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 29. A muslim should remember that worldly blessings were created inContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 29”

PODHADITH: BLESSED IN ALL SITUATIONS

In a Hadith found in Sahih Muslim, number 7500, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that every situation is blessed for a believer. The only condition is that they need to respond to each situation they encounter while obeying Allah, the Exalted, specifically, patience in difficulties and gratitude in timesContinue reading “PODHADITH: BLESSED IN ALL SITUATIONS”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 28 – PART 3 OF 3

“…and then to Him you will be returned.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 28. An important aspect of the Day of Judgment is the Scales which will be used to weigh a person’s deeds; good and bad. This great event has been discussed throughout the Holy Quran and the Hadiths of the Holy Prophet Muhammad,Continue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 28 – PART 3 OF 3”