The next wisdom behind tests and difficulties is to inspire muslims to perform an important act of worship, namely supplication to Allah, the Exalted. This has been advised in a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 3371. Supplication is an extreme sign of one’s humility and their acknowledgment of the Lordship of Allah, theContinue reading “PODSERIES: BENEFITS OF TESTS AND TRIALS – PART 3 OF 7”
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PODHADITH: CONTROLLING ANGER – PART 1 OF 3
In a Hadith found in Sahih Bukhari, number 6116, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised a person not to get angry. In reality, this Hadith does not mean a person should never get angry as anger is an innate behaviour which is even found in the Holy Prophets, peace beContinue reading “PODHADITH: CONTROLLING ANGER – PART 1 OF 3”
PODTHOUGHT: THE HELP OF ALLAH, THE EXALTED
I had a thought which I wanted to share. I was pondering over the verse of the Holy Quran found in chapter 47 Muhammad, verse 7: “O you who have believed, if you support Allah, He will support you and plant firmly your feet.” This verse means that if one aids Islam then Allah, theContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: THE HELP OF ALLAH, THE EXALTED”
PODSERIES: BENEFITS OF TESTS AND TRIALS – PART 2 OF 7
The next wisdom behind tests and difficulties is that they encourage muslims to adopt true sincerity in their actions, meaning, to only perform righteous deeds in order to please Allah, the Exalted. A Muslim experiencing difficulties understands that the only One who can aid them in their moment of need is Allah, the Exalted, andContinue reading “PODSERIES: BENEFITS OF TESTS AND TRIALS – PART 2 OF 7”
PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSES 1-2 – PART 2
“Alif, Lām, Meem. This is the Book about which there is no doubt, a guidance for those conscious of Allah.” Chapter 2, Al Baqarah, verses 1-2. Since Allah, the Exalted, has made it clear at the very beginning of the Holy Quran (according to the written order of the Holy Quran) that only the righteousContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSES 1-2 – PART 2”
PODHADITH: LOVE FOR OTHERS – PART 2 OF 2
Continuing from the last blog which was discussing the Hadith found in Sahih Bukhari, number 13 and the importance of loving for others what one loves for themself. This Hadith is an indication to Muslims to eliminate all bad characteristics which contradict mutual love and care, such as envy. Envy is when a person desiresContinue reading “PODHADITH: LOVE FOR OTHERS – PART 2 OF 2”
PODNEWS: YOUTH & GANGS
I saw a news documentary a while ago which I wanted to discuss. It reported on the rise of drug trafficking and gangs, especially amongst the Muslim youth. In most cases, the first people that need to take responsibility and prevent this occurring are parents. Unfortunately, many parents point fingers and claim that school teachers,Continue reading “PODNEWS: YOUTH & GANGS”
PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 1, AL FATIHAH – VERSE 7 OF 7
“The path of those upon whom You have bestowed favour, not of those who have earned [Your] anger or of those who are astray.” Chapter 1 Al Fatihah, verse 7. In the previous verse, a Muslim requests Allah, the Exalted, to guide them on the straight path which leads to Paradise. Chapter 1 Al Fatihah,Continue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 1, AL FATIHAH – VERSE 7 OF 7”
PODSERIES: BENEFITS OF TESTS AND TRIALS – PART 1 OF 7
Muslims have been guaranteed to face difficulties and tests throughout their lives. Therefore, it is important to understand some of their benefits and wisdoms so that one can increase their patience and obedience to Allah, the Exalted, during them. The first benefit is that through tests a muslim better understands the infinite power of Allah,Continue reading “PODSERIES: BENEFITS OF TESTS AND TRIALS – PART 1 OF 7”
PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 1 AL FATIHAH – VERSE 6
“Guide us to the straight path.” Chapter 1 Al Fatihah, verse 6. This is a supplication asking Allah, the Exalted, to guide one down the path which is pleasing to Him namely, Islam. This path has also been mentioned in another verse of the Holy Quran. Chapter 4 An Nisa, verse 69: “And whoever obeysContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 1 AL FATIHAH – VERSE 6”
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