PODNEWS: UNDERSTAND YOUR COMPANIONS

I read a news article a while ago which I wanted to briefly discuss. It reported on the how a person is affected by their friend. There are countless examples in the world of how a person inspired their friend to take the wrong path in life which caused them serious trouble, such as prison.Continue reading “PODNEWS: UNDERSTAND YOUR COMPANIONS”

PODHADITH: BLESSINGS IN WEALTH AND LIFE

In a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 1979, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that maintaining the ties of kinship leads to an increase in wealth and life. It is a duty on muslims to maintain the ties of kinship as severing them is a major sin. TheContinue reading “PODHADITH: BLESSINGS IN WEALTH AND LIFE”

PODHADITH: ABANDONING OTHERS

In a Hadith found in Sahih Muslim, number 6534, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, warned that it is not lawful for a muslim to abandon another muslim for more than three days. This applies to those who abandon other muslims for worldly reasons. Even though it is lawful to abandonContinue reading “PODHADITH: ABANDONING OTHERS”

PODHADITH: BEST CONDUCT

In a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 2612, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that the one who possesses complete faith is the one who is best in conduct and most kind to their family. Unfortunately, some have adopted the bad habit of treating non-relatives in a kindContinue reading “PODHADITH: BEST CONDUCT”

PODHADITH: COMPANIONS

In a Hadith found in Sahih Bukhari, number 5534, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, described the difference between a good and bad companion. The good companion is like a person who sells perfume. Their companion will either obtain some perfume or at least be affected by the pleasant smell. Whereas,Continue reading “PODHADITH: COMPANIONS”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 48 – PART 2

“And fear a Day when no soul will suffice for another soul at all, nor will intercession be accepted from it, nor will compensation be taken from it, nor will they be aided.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 48. A Hadith found in Sahih Muslim, number 6853, warns that one’s lineage will not benefit themContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 48 – PART 2”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 48 – PART 1

“And fear a Day when no soul will suffice for another soul at all, nor will intercession be accepted from it, nor will compensation be taken from it, nor will they be aided.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 48. This verse is connected to another found in chapter 80 Abasa, verses 34-37: “On the DayContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 48 – PART 1”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 43 – PART 4 OF 4

“…and bow with those who bow [in worship and obedience].” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 43. The bowing which is mentioned at the end of this verse could also refer to the importance of companionship. It is important for muslims to accompany those who have submitted to the obedience of Allah, the Exalted, which isContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 43 – PART 4 OF 4”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 42 – PART 5 OF 5

“And do not mix the truth with falsehood or conceal the truth while you know [it].” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 42. The one who obeys this verse will adopt true justice within their character. In a Hadith found in Sahih Muslim, number 4721, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advisedContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 42 – PART 5 OF 5”

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”