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”

PODSERIES: DIVINE SUPPORT – PART 7 OF 11

A similar Hadith to the one discussed in this blog series so far, which is found in Musnad Ahmad, number 2803, advises that being patient over the things one dislikes leads to a great reward. Chapter 39 Az Zumar, verse 10: “…Indeed, the patient will be given their reward without account [i.e., limit].” Patience isContinue reading “PODSERIES: DIVINE SUPPORT – PART 7 OF 11”

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

“How can you disbelieve in Allah when you were lifeless and He brought you to life; then He will cause you to die, then He will bring you [back] to life, and then to Him you will be returned.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 28. Every single creation will share in the experience of death.Continue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 28 – PART 2”

PODTHOUGHT: SAYING GOODBYE

I had a thought which I wanted to share. I was pondering over how the human heart was created in such a way that it must have something in it, it can never be empty. Meaning, it must attach to and love something. This is quite obvious if one reflects on this point for aContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: SAYING GOODBYE”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 28 – PART 1

“How can you disbelieve in Allah when you were lifeless and He brought you to life; then He will cause you to die, then He will bring you [back] to life, and then to Him you will be returned.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 28. This verse reminds muslims that Allah, the Exalted, is theirContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 28 – PART 1”