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”

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”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 41 – PART 2

“And believe in what I have sent down…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 41. A Hadith found in Imam Munzari’s, Awareness and Apprehension, number 30, advises that the Holy Quran will intercede on Judgment Day. Those who follow it during their lives on Earth will be led to Paradise on Judgment Day. But those whoContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 41 – PART 2”

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”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 41 – PART 1

“And believe in what I have sent down…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 41. Some people claim that their belief and obedience to their God is in their heart and they therefore do not need to demonstrate it practically. Unfortunately, this foolish mentality has infected many muslims who believe they possess a pure faithful heartContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 41 – PART 1”

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”