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”
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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”
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”
PODSERIES: THE BEAUTIFUL NAMES OF ALLAH, THE EXALTED – PART 8 OF 31
The following divine names can be grouped together. They are Al Khalik, which means the Creator, Al Baaree which means the Maker and Al Musawir which means the Fashioner. The Creator is the One who brings something into existence. In reality, there is no Creator except Allah, the Exalted, as He is the only OneContinue reading “PODSERIES: THE BEAUTIFUL NAMES OF ALLAH, THE EXALTED – PART 8 OF 31”
PODNEWS: WHERE IS PEACE
I read a news article which I wanted to briefly discuss. It reported on the stresses of modern day work and finding peace in one’s life. It is a universal aim and goal for all people, irrespective of their faith or social class, to achieve peace of mind in this world. It is the ultimateContinue reading “PODNEWS: WHERE IS PEACE”
PODHADITH: WHAT IS CURSED
In a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 2322, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that everything in this material world is cursed except the remembrance of Allah, the Exalted, what is connected to it, the knowledgeable person and the student of knowledge. The remembrance of Allah, the Exalted,Continue reading “PODHADITH: WHAT IS CURSED”
PODSERIES: THE BEAUTIFUL NAMES OF ALLAH, THE EXALTED – PART 7 OF 31
The next divine name is Al Mutakabir, which means the Proud. Pride only belongs to Allah, the Exalted, due to His supreme and infinite majesty, greatness, glory and magnificence which are free from any faults or defects. No creation should adopt pride as in reality they have nothing to be proud of. Anything good theyContinue reading “PODSERIES: THE BEAUTIFUL NAMES OF ALLAH, THE EXALTED – PART 7 OF 31”
PODEVENT: THE DECLARATION OF THE HOLY PROPHET IBRAHIM, PEACE BE UPON HIM
The next great event which will be discussed is found in chapter 6 Al An’am, verses 78-79: “And when he saw the sun rising, he said, “This is my lord; this is greater.” But when it set he said, “O my people, indeed I am free from what you associate with Allah. Indeed, I haveContinue reading “PODEVENT: THE DECLARATION OF THE HOLY PROPHET IBRAHIM, PEACE BE UPON HIM”
PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 40 – PART 5
“…and fulfill My covenant [upon you] that I will fulfill your covenant [from Me]…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 40. 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 theirContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 40 – PART 5”
PODSERIES: THE BEAUTIFUL NAMES OF ALLAH, THE EXALTED – PART 6 OF 31
The next divine name is Al Jabbar, which means the Compeller. It can mean the One who exerts unparalleled force in order to accomplish a task. This belongs to Allah, the Exalted, alone as there is no strength, might or force except with Allah, the Exalted. When a muslim truly knows Allah, the Exalted, isContinue reading “PODSERIES: THE BEAUTIFUL NAMES OF ALLAH, THE EXALTED – PART 6 OF 31”
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