Abu Umamah (Radhiallaho anha) reported: The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) was asked: "At what time does the supplication find the greatest response? ''He (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) replied, "A supplication made during the middle of the last part of the night and after the conclusion of the obligatory prayers.''
[At-Tirmidhi].
Commentary:
"Al-'Akhir'' is the characteristic of "Jauf'' and in the present context it means the late hours of night. "Jauf'' can also mean here "middle'', that is in the later-half of the night.
In other words, if the night is divided between two equal parts then it (Jauf) would be the middle of the second part. In either case it is the time of the night which in other Ahadith has been termed as the third part of the night.
It is the time when Almighty Allah comes to descend on the sky of this world.
Prayers are also granted by Allah after the obligatory Salat.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No: 1500.
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June 18, 2010
June 11, 2010
Definition of Righteousness
An-Nawawi’s Hadith No.27
On the authority of an-Nawwas ibn Samaan (Radhi-Allahu 'anhu) that the Messenger of Allah (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam) said:
Righteousness is good morality, and wrongdoing is that which wavers in your heart and which you dislike people finding out about.
[ It was related by Muslim ]
On the authority of Wabisa ibn Mabad (Radhi-Allahu 'anhu) who said: I came to the Messenger of Allah (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam) and he said: "You have come to ask about righteousness?"
I said: "Yes."
He (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam) said: "Consult your heart. Righteousness is that about which the soul feels tranquil and the heart feels tranquil, and wrongdoing is that which wavers in the soul and moves to and fro in the breast even though people again and again have given you their legal opinion [in its favor]."
[ A Hasan (fair) Hadith transmitted from the two Imams, Ahmad ibn Hanbal and ad-Darimi, with a Hasan (fair) chain of authority ]
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June 4, 2010
Best Deeds in Islam after having Faith in Allah swt and His Messenger (pbuh)
Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (PBUH) was asked, "Which deed is the best?'' He (PBUH) replied,
"Faith in Allah and His Messenger.'' He (PBUH) was asked, "What is next?'' He (PBUH) replied, "Jihad (holy fighting) in the Cause of Allah.'' Then he was asked: "What is after that (in goodness)?'' He (PBUH) replied, "Hajj Mabrur (which is accepted by Allah).''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Commentary:
Different acts have been regarded more meritorious in different Ahadith. For this reason, some scholars have performed the justification that the word mun "whoever" is the keynote in such cases. That is, such and such acts come in the category of eminent acts or they have been mentioned with reference to circumstances and time or place. For instance, at certain times or at certain places or for certain persons, performing Salat in the early prescribed hours is more meritorious, or Hajj through representative or Jihad is more meritorious, etc.
Some scholars are of the opinion that the eminence of different acts has been stressed keeping the person addressed in view.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No: 1285
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The Messenger of Allah (PBUH) was asked, "Which deed is the best?'' He (PBUH) replied,
"Faith in Allah and His Messenger.'' He (PBUH) was asked, "What is next?'' He (PBUH) replied, "Jihad (holy fighting) in the Cause of Allah.'' Then he was asked: "What is after that (in goodness)?'' He (PBUH) replied, "Hajj Mabrur (which is accepted by Allah).''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Commentary:
Different acts have been regarded more meritorious in different Ahadith. For this reason, some scholars have performed the justification that the word mun "whoever" is the keynote in such cases. That is, such and such acts come in the category of eminent acts or they have been mentioned with reference to circumstances and time or place. For instance, at certain times or at certain places or for certain persons, performing Salat in the early prescribed hours is more meritorious, or Hajj through representative or Jihad is more meritorious, etc.
Some scholars are of the opinion that the eminence of different acts has been stressed keeping the person addressed in view.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No: 1285
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June 1, 2010
Help your brother and Allah swt will help you on the Day of Resurrection
Narrated 'Abdullah bin Umar (Radhiallahu anhu):
Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"A Muslim is a brother of another Muslim, so he should not oppress him, nor should he hand him over to an oppressor. Whoever fulfilled the needs of his brother, Allah will fulfill his needs; whoever brought his (Muslim) brother out of a discomfort, Allah will bring him out of the discomforts of the Day of Resurrection, and whoever screened a Muslim, Allah will screen him on the Day of Resurrection."
Sahih Bukhari - Volume 3, Book 43, Number 622.
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Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"A Muslim is a brother of another Muslim, so he should not oppress him, nor should he hand him over to an oppressor. Whoever fulfilled the needs of his brother, Allah will fulfill his needs; whoever brought his (Muslim) brother out of a discomfort, Allah will bring him out of the discomforts of the Day of Resurrection, and whoever screened a Muslim, Allah will screen him on the Day of Resurrection."
Sahih Bukhari - Volume 3, Book 43, Number 622.
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May 30, 2010
Must keep to the Sunnah of the Prophet (pbuh)
An-Nawawi’s Hadith No.28
On the authority of Abu Najih Al-Erbadh ibn Sariah (may Allah be pleased with him), who said:
The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) gave us a sermon by which our hearts were filled with fear and tears came to our eyes.
We said: "O Messenger of Allah (pbuh), it is as though this is a farewell sermon, so counsel us."
He said: "I counsel you to fear Allah and to give absolute obedience even if a slave becomes your leader. Verily he among you who lives [long] will see great controversy, so you must keep to my Sunnah and to the Sunnah of the rightly-guided Rashidite Caliphs - cling to them stubbornly. Beware of newly invented matters, for every invented matter is an innovation and every innovation is a going astray, and every going astray is in Hell-fire."
It was related by Abu Dawud and at-Tirmidhi, who stated it as a Hasan (fair) and Sahih (sound) Hadith.
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On the authority of Abu Najih Al-Erbadh ibn Sariah (may Allah be pleased with him), who said:
The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) gave us a sermon by which our hearts were filled with fear and tears came to our eyes.
We said: "O Messenger of Allah (pbuh), it is as though this is a farewell sermon, so counsel us."
He said: "I counsel you to fear Allah and to give absolute obedience even if a slave becomes your leader. Verily he among you who lives [long] will see great controversy, so you must keep to my Sunnah and to the Sunnah of the rightly-guided Rashidite Caliphs - cling to them stubbornly. Beware of newly invented matters, for every invented matter is an innovation and every innovation is a going astray, and every going astray is in Hell-fire."
It was related by Abu Dawud and at-Tirmidhi, who stated it as a Hasan (fair) and Sahih (sound) Hadith.
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May 25, 2010
Sadaqah (charity) can Guard ourselves from the Hell Fire
`Adi bin Hatim (Radhiallaho anha) reported:
Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"Guard yourselves against the Fire (of Hell) even if it be only with half a date-fruit (given in charity); and if you cannot afford even that, you should at least say a good word.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim].
Commentary:
This Hadith highlights the point that Sadaqah has great benefits and even in its minimum scope and quantity it can ensure our safety against Hell-fire. We are told that if we do not have even a single date or half of it to give to a needy person, we can manage to have the same benefit by talking to him in a compassionate tone, provided we have Faith in our heart.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 693
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Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"Guard yourselves against the Fire (of Hell) even if it be only with half a date-fruit (given in charity); and if you cannot afford even that, you should at least say a good word.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim].
Commentary:
This Hadith highlights the point that Sadaqah has great benefits and even in its minimum scope and quantity it can ensure our safety against Hell-fire. We are told that if we do not have even a single date or half of it to give to a needy person, we can manage to have the same benefit by talking to him in a compassionate tone, provided we have Faith in our heart.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 693
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May 6, 2010
Do not invoke curses on yourself and regret it all your life
Jabir (Radhiallaho anha) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"Do not invoke curses on yourself or on your children or on your possessions lest you should happen to do it at a moment when the supplications are accepted, and your prayer might be granted.''
[Muslim]
Commentary:
Almighty Allah always listens to everyone's prayer but He has fixed certain times when He grants more prayers addressed to Him. Therefore, one should never curse oneself or one's own children or one's own business, etc., lest this is done at the time when prayers are accepted by Allah and then one has to regret it all his life.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No: 1497
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The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"Do not invoke curses on yourself or on your children or on your possessions lest you should happen to do it at a moment when the supplications are accepted, and your prayer might be granted.''
[Muslim]
Commentary:
Almighty Allah always listens to everyone's prayer but He has fixed certain times when He grants more prayers addressed to Him. Therefore, one should never curse oneself or one's own children or one's own business, etc., lest this is done at the time when prayers are accepted by Allah and then one has to regret it all his life.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No: 1497
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April 23, 2010
Prohibition of Criticizing Food
Abu Hurairah (Radhiallahu anhu) reported:
Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) never found fault with food. If he had inclination to eating it, he would eat; and if he disliked it, he would leave it.
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Commentary:
This Hadith throws light on the Prophet's excellent manners which ought to be followed by all Muslims. It is a deplorable state of affairs that when we find a dish a bit unsavoury, we lose our temper and create quite a scene in the house. May we follow the excellent example of our Prophet Muhammad (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam)!
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 736
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Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) never found fault with food. If he had inclination to eating it, he would eat; and if he disliked it, he would leave it.
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Commentary:
This Hadith throws light on the Prophet's excellent manners which ought to be followed by all Muslims. It is a deplorable state of affairs that when we find a dish a bit unsavoury, we lose our temper and create quite a scene in the house. May we follow the excellent example of our Prophet Muhammad (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam)!
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 736
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April 15, 2010
Mention Allah's Name before starting to eat
`Umar bin Abu Salamah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported:
Messenger of Allah (PBUH), said to me,
"Mention Allah's Name (i.e., say Bismillah before starting eating), eat with your right hand, and eat from what is near you.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim].
Commentary:
There are two things about this Hadith. First, we should start eating or drinking by pronouncing the Name of Allah. Second, we should eat from our side without stretching our hand to the side where someone else is eating. This may be the case when more than one or two people are eating the same kind of food from a single dish. Good manners do not allow it, yet in case a variety of food or fruit is lying before us on the table, we are free to take our pick.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 728
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Messenger of Allah (PBUH), said to me,
"Mention Allah's Name (i.e., say Bismillah before starting eating), eat with your right hand, and eat from what is near you.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim].
Commentary:
There are two things about this Hadith. First, we should start eating or drinking by pronouncing the Name of Allah. Second, we should eat from our side without stretching our hand to the side where someone else is eating. This may be the case when more than one or two people are eating the same kind of food from a single dish. Good manners do not allow it, yet in case a variety of food or fruit is lying before us on the table, we are free to take our pick.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 728
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April 7, 2010
Increase supplications in prostrations in your Prayers (Salat)
Abu Hurairah (Radhiallahu anhu) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"A slave becomes nearest to his Rubb when he is in prostration. So increase supplications in prostrations.''
[Muslim]
Commentary:
This Hadith points out the exellence of supplicating while prostrating in Salat, as one gets closer to Allah in this position.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No: 1498
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The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"A slave becomes nearest to his Rubb when he is in prostration. So increase supplications in prostrations.''
[Muslim]
Commentary:
This Hadith points out the exellence of supplicating while prostrating in Salat, as one gets closer to Allah in this position.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No: 1498
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April 1, 2010
Show Leniency to your Debtors
Abu Hurairah (Radhiallaho anhu) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"There was a person who used to loan money to the people and he used to say to his servant:
`When an insolvent person comes to you, show him leniency so that Allah may forbear our faults.'
So when he met Allah (i.e., when he died), Allah forgave him.''
[Sahih Bukhari - Book #56 - Hadith #687]
Commentary:
"Show him leniency'' implies three things in the present context - polite dealing, extension in the period of payment and remittance of debt. All these qualities are desirable and praiseworthy in Shari`ah. The incident reported in this Hadith relates to some person of a community of the ancient times, but it is such an illustrious example that it was liked by the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) because he recommended it to his followers through his advice and practice. This action is certainly a means of winning the Pleasure of Allah (swt).
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1370
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The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"There was a person who used to loan money to the people and he used to say to his servant:
`When an insolvent person comes to you, show him leniency so that Allah may forbear our faults.'
So when he met Allah (i.e., when he died), Allah forgave him.''
[Sahih Bukhari - Book #56 - Hadith #687]
Commentary:
"Show him leniency'' implies three things in the present context - polite dealing, extension in the period of payment and remittance of debt. All these qualities are desirable and praiseworthy in Shari`ah. The incident reported in this Hadith relates to some person of a community of the ancient times, but it is such an illustrious example that it was liked by the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) because he recommended it to his followers through his advice and practice. This action is certainly a means of winning the Pleasure of Allah (swt).
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1370
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March 23, 2010
Fulfillment of Promises and Hypocrisy
Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported:
Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said,
"Three are the signs of a hypocrite:
When he speaks, he lies;
when he makes a promise, he breaks it;
and when he is trusted, he betrays his trust.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Another narration adds the words: "Even if he observes Saum (fasts), performs Salat (prayer) and claims to be a Muslim.''
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 689
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Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said,
"Three are the signs of a hypocrite:
When he speaks, he lies;
when he makes a promise, he breaks it;
and when he is trusted, he betrays his trust.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Another narration adds the words: "Even if he observes Saum (fasts), performs Salat (prayer) and claims to be a Muslim.''
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 689
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March 2, 2010
What Deeds Admit You in Paradise (Jannah)
An-Nawawi’s Hadith No.29
On the authority of Mu’adh ibn Jabal (may Allah be pleased with him) who said:
I said: O Messenger of Allah, tell me of an act which will take me into the Paradise and will keep me away from the Hell-fire.
He (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: You have asked me about a major matter, yet it is easy for him for whom Allah the Exalted makes it easy. You should worship Allah, associating nothing with Him; you should perform the prayers; you should pay the zakat; you should fast in Ramdan; and you should make the pilgrimage to the House.
Then he (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: Shall I not show you the gates of goodness? Fasting (which) is a shield; charity extinguishes sin as water extinguishes fire; and the praying of a man in the depths of night.
Then he (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) recited: Their sides forsake their beds invoking their Rubb (the Lord) in fear and hope and they spend out of what we have bestowed on them. No person knows what is kept hidden for them of joy as a reward for what they used to do. [as-Sajdah, 16-17]
Then he (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: Shall I not tell you of the peak of the matter, its pillar, and its topmost part?
I said: Yes, O Messenger of Allah.
He (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: The peak of the matter is Islam; the pillar is the prayer; and its topmost part is jihad.
Then he (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: Shall I not tell you of the controlling of all that?
I said: Yes, O Messenger of Allah.
And he took hold of his tongue and said, “Restrain this.”
I said: O Prophet of Allah, will what we say be held against us?
He (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: May your mother be bereaved of you, O Mu’adh! Is there anything that topples people on their faces — or he said on their noses — into Hell-fire other than the harvests of their tongues?
It was related by at-Tirmidhi, who stated that as a Hasan (fair) and Sahih (sound) Hadith.
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February 3, 2010
Eminence of Surat Al-Ikhlas
Abu Hurairah (Radhiallaho anha) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"Surat Ikhlas is equivalent to one-third of the Qur'an.''
[Muslim]
Anas (Radhiallaho anha) reported: A man said:
"O Messenger of Allah! I love Surat-Al-Ikhlas
[Say: He is Allah, (the) One].''
He (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"Your love for it will admit you to Jannah.''
[At-Tirmidhi]
Commentary:
Some scholars have highlighted the eminence of Surat Al-Ikhlas by saying that it comprises the whole discipline of Tauhid. This Surat deals with Tauhid. Many other reasons have also been given for its great eminence by Muslim scholars.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1012 & 1013
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"Surat Ikhlas is equivalent to one-third of the Qur'an.''
[Muslim]
Anas (Radhiallaho anha) reported: A man said:
"O Messenger of Allah! I love Surat-Al-Ikhlas
[Say: He is Allah, (the) One].''
He (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"Your love for it will admit you to Jannah.''
[At-Tirmidhi]
Commentary:
Some scholars have highlighted the eminence of Surat Al-Ikhlas by saying that it comprises the whole discipline of Tauhid. This Surat deals with Tauhid. Many other reasons have also been given for its great eminence by Muslim scholars.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1012 & 1013
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January 21, 2010
The Limits set by Allah(swt)
An-Nawawi’s Hadith No.30
On the authority of Abu Tha’laba al-Khushani Jurthum ibn Nashir (Radhiallaho anha) that the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said:
"Allah, the Exalted prescribed religious duties, so do not neglect them; He has set boundaries, so do not over step them; He has prohibited some things, so do not violate them; about some things He was silent - out of compassion for you, not forgetfulness, so seek not after them."
A Hasan (fair) Hadith related by ad-Daraqutni and other.
On the authority of Abu Tha’laba al-Khushani Jurthum ibn Nashir (Radhiallaho anha) that the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said:
"Allah, the Exalted prescribed religious duties, so do not neglect them; He has set boundaries, so do not over step them; He has prohibited some things, so do not violate them; about some things He was silent - out of compassion for you, not forgetfulness, so seek not after them."
A Hasan (fair) Hadith related by ad-Daraqutni and other.
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December 24, 2009
Excellence of Fasting (Saum) on 9th & 10th Muharram
Abu Qatadah (RadhiAllahu 'anhu) reported : The Messenger of Allah (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam) was asked about observing As-Saum ( the fast ) on the tenth day of Muharram, and he replied, “It is an expiation for the sins of the preceding year.
[ Muslim ]
Ibn Abbas (RadhiAllahu 'anhu) reported : The Messenger of Allah (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam) said, “If I remain alive till the next year, I shall also observe fast on the ninth of Muharram."
[ Muslim ]
Commentary:
Some people think these words stand to mean that `he will observe Saum on the 9th of Muharram only. But this interpretation does not agree with other Ahadith. In order to oppose the Jews, he (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam) resolved to observe one more Saum (9th of Muharram) with that of 10th of Muharram and ordained it for the Muslims.
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Ibn Abbas (RadhiAllahu 'anhu) reported : The Messenger of Allah (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam) said, “If I remain alive till the next year, I shall also observe fast on the ninth of Muharram."
[ Muslim ]
Commentary:
Some people think these words stand to mean that `he will observe Saum on the 9th of Muharram only. But this interpretation does not agree with other Ahadith. In order to oppose the Jews, he (salAllahu alayhi wa sallam) resolved to observe one more Saum (9th of Muharram) with that of 10th of Muharram and ordained it for the Muslims.
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True Renouncing
An-Nawawi’s Hadith No.31
On the authority of Abu Al Abbas Sahl ibn Saad as-Saedi (Radhiallaho anha), who said :
A man came to the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) and said:
"O Messenger of Allah, direct me to an act which, if I do it, [will cause] Allah to love me and people to love me."
He said: "Renounce the world and Allah will love you, and renounce what people possess and people will love you."
A Hasan (fair) Hadith related by Ibn Majah and others with good chains of authorities.
On the authority of Abu Al Abbas Sahl ibn Saad as-Saedi (Radhiallaho anha), who said :
A man came to the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) and said:
"O Messenger of Allah, direct me to an act which, if I do it, [will cause] Allah to love me and people to love me."
He said: "Renounce the world and Allah will love you, and renounce what people possess and people will love you."
A Hasan (fair) Hadith related by Ibn Majah and others with good chains of authorities.
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December 11, 2009
Neither harming nor reciprocating harm
An-Nawawi’s Hadith No.32
On the authority of Abu Said Sad ibn Malik ibn Sinan Al-Khudri (Radhiallaho anha),
that the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam), said :
"There should be neither harming nor reciprocating harm."
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December 10, 2009
Proof on claimant and oath upon denier
An-Nawawi’s Hadith No.33
On the authority of Ibn Abbas that the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam), said:
"Were people to be given in accordance with their claim, men would claim the fortunes and lives of [other] people, but the onus of proof is on the claimant, and the taking of an oath is incumbent upon him who denies."
A Hasan (fair) Hadith related by Al-Baihaqi and others
On the authority of Ibn Abbas that the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam), said:
"Were people to be given in accordance with their claim, men would claim the fortunes and lives of [other] people, but the onus of proof is on the claimant, and the taking of an oath is incumbent upon him who denies."
A Hasan (fair) Hadith related by Al-Baihaqi and others
December 9, 2009
Forbidding the evil is part of Iman
An-Nawawi’s Hadith No.34
On the authority of Abu Saeed Al-Khurdari (Radhiallaho anha), who said:
I heard the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam), say:
"Whosoever of you sees an evil action, let him change it with his hand; and if he is not able to do so, then with his tongue; and if he is not able to do so, then with his heart; and that is the weakest of faith."
Related by Muslim.
On the authority of Abu Saeed Al-Khurdari (Radhiallaho anha), who said:
I heard the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam), say:
"Whosoever of you sees an evil action, let him change it with his hand; and if he is not able to do so, then with his tongue; and if he is not able to do so, then with his heart; and that is the weakest of faith."
Related by Muslim.
November 29, 2009
The most evil of the people to Allah on the Day of Resurrection
Abu Sa`id Al-Khudri (Radhiallaho anha) reported:
Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"The most evil of the people to Allah on the Day of Resurrection will be the man who consorts with his wife and then publicizes her secret.''
[Muslim]
Commentary:
Islam treats conjugal union as a sacred and secret act, both in social and moral terms. Indeed, the sanctity of conjugal rights contributes to the consolidation of moral norms and social cohesion. Yet, what passes between wife and husband on the consummation night is usually taken in a light vein in our societies. In the morning, both of them relate their sexual experience to their friends respectively. This is moral indecency which is incompatible with human dignity and civilized behaviour. This Hadith reckons it as a grave sin which must be eschewed. The bed-experience must be kept private by the married couple to the exclusion of a third person.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 685
Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"The most evil of the people to Allah on the Day of Resurrection will be the man who consorts with his wife and then publicizes her secret.''
[Muslim]
Commentary:
Islam treats conjugal union as a sacred and secret act, both in social and moral terms. Indeed, the sanctity of conjugal rights contributes to the consolidation of moral norms and social cohesion. Yet, what passes between wife and husband on the consummation night is usually taken in a light vein in our societies. In the morning, both of them relate their sexual experience to their friends respectively. This is moral indecency which is incompatible with human dignity and civilized behaviour. This Hadith reckons it as a grave sin which must be eschewed. The bed-experience must be kept private by the married couple to the exclusion of a third person.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 685
Secrecy of Private Matters
Thabit (Radhiallaho anha) reported:
Anas (Radhiallaho anha) said:
Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) came to me while I was playing with the boys. He greeted us and sent me on an errand. This delayed my return to my mother. When I came to her, she asked, "What detained you?'' I said; "Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) sent me on an errand.'' She asked, "What was it?'' I said, "It is a secret.'' My mother said; "Do not disclose to anyone the secret of Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam).'' Anas (Radhiallaho anha) said to Thabit (Radhiallaho anha): By Allah, were I to tell it to anyone I would have told you.
[Muslim]
Commentary:
Here, an emphasis has been laid on keeping a secret. When Anas (Radhiallaho anha) told his mother about the cause of secrecy, she refrained from insisting that the secret should be disclosed to her. Rather, she lent support to her son's standpoint and advised him to conceal the secret. To be sure, it is part of moral teaching that we should keep the secrets of friends in our hearts. Unless we receive a go-ahead from a friend, we must not make his secret public.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 688
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Anas (Radhiallaho anha) said:
Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) came to me while I was playing with the boys. He greeted us and sent me on an errand. This delayed my return to my mother. When I came to her, she asked, "What detained you?'' I said; "Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) sent me on an errand.'' She asked, "What was it?'' I said, "It is a secret.'' My mother said; "Do not disclose to anyone the secret of Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam).'' Anas (Radhiallaho anha) said to Thabit (Radhiallaho anha): By Allah, were I to tell it to anyone I would have told you.
[Muslim]
Commentary:
Here, an emphasis has been laid on keeping a secret. When Anas (Radhiallaho anha) told his mother about the cause of secrecy, she refrained from insisting that the secret should be disclosed to her. Rather, she lent support to her son's standpoint and advised him to conceal the secret. To be sure, it is part of moral teaching that we should keep the secrets of friends in our hearts. Unless we receive a go-ahead from a friend, we must not make his secret public.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 688
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November 27, 2009
For what matters to use right hand and left hand
`Aishah (May Allah be pleased with her) reported:
Messenger of Allah (PBUH) liked to use his right hand in all matters: in combing his hair and wearing his shoes.
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
`Aishah (May Allah be pleased with her) reported:
Messenger of Allah was used to using his right hand for performing Wudu' and for eating his food whereas he was used to using his left hand in his toilet and for other similar purposes.
[Abu Dawud]
Commentary:
Messenger of Allah (PBUH) used to use his left hand in washing his private parts and cleaning his nose and similar things, Muslims are obliged to follow his example.
Messenger of Allah (PBUH) liked to use his right hand in all matters: in combing his hair and wearing his shoes.
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
`Aishah (May Allah be pleased with her) reported:
Messenger of Allah was used to using his right hand for performing Wudu' and for eating his food whereas he was used to using his left hand in his toilet and for other similar purposes.
[Abu Dawud]
Commentary:
Messenger of Allah (PBUH) used to use his left hand in washing his private parts and cleaning his nose and similar things, Muslims are obliged to follow his example.
November 20, 2009
A good Supplication (Dua) to heal sickness
Ibn `Abbas (Radhiallahu anhu) reported:
The Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said, "He who visits a sick person who is not on the point of death and supplicates seven times:
As'alullahal-`Azima Rabbal-`Arshil-`Azimi, an yashfiyaka
(I beseech Allah the Great, the Rubb of the Great Throne, to heal you),
Allah will certainly heal him from that sickness.''
[Abu Dawud and At-Tirmidhi]
Commentary:
There is always a great certainty that Allah will respond to a supplication which springs from a sincere, veracious heart. One should, therefore, pray for a patient with full conviction and reassurance of heart. Moreover, the Prophet's prayers have special effect and grace and therefore their original wordings should be uttered.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 906
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November 7, 2009
Those who believe in Allah and His Prophet (PBUH) are required to do what they are ordained and abstain from what they are forbidden
Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (PBUH) delivered a Khutbah and said,
"O people! Hajj (pilgrimage to the House of Allah) has been made incumbent upon you, so perform Hajj.'' A man inquired: "O Messenger of Allah, is it prescribed every year?'' He (PBUH) remained silent till the man repeated it thrice. Then he (PBUH) said, "Had I replied in the affirmative, it would have surely become obligatory, and you would not have been able to fulfill it.'' Afterwards he said, "Do not ask me so long as I do not impose anything upon you, because those who were before you were destroyed on account of their frequent questioning and their disagreement with their Prophets. So when I order you to do something, do it as far as you can; and when I forbid you from doing anything, eschew it.''
[Muslim]
Commentary:
This Hadith brings out the following points:
1. Hajj is compulsory once in a lifetime for those who have the means for it.
2. Unnecessary questioning is disliked.
3. Those who believe in Allah and His Prophet (PBUH) are required to do what they are ordained and abstain from what they are forbidden.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1272
1. Hajj is compulsory once in a lifetime for those who have the means for it.
2. Unnecessary questioning is disliked.
3. Those who believe in Allah and His Prophet (PBUH) are required to do what they are ordained and abstain from what they are forbidden.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1272
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October 29, 2009
Hajj Mabrur (accepted Hajj) makes a muslim pure and free of sins
Abu Hurairah (Radhiallaho anha) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"Whoever performs Hajj (pilgrimage) and does not have sexual relations (with his wife), nor commits sin, nor disputes unjustly (during Hajj), then he returns from Hajj as pure and free from sins as on the day on which his mother gave birth to him.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim].
Commentary:
The true meanings of "Rafath'' sexual intercourse but it also signifies obscene and frivolous talk and the expression of sexual desire to one's wife. Since coition with one's wife is forbidden during Hajj, so conversation with her on this subject or talking for amusement is also disliked. "Fisq'' means disobedience of Allah and quarrelling with people. One must avoid both of them during Hajj. The Hajj which is performed with all these restrictions, has the merit that one is totally purged of sins. But this purification is from sins which come in the category of minor sins and which relate to the Rights of Allah. Major sins relating to the Rights of Allah and lapses in respect of the rights of people are not pardoned without sincere repentance and compensation to the aggrieved.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No 1274
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"Whoever performs Hajj (pilgrimage) and does not have sexual relations (with his wife), nor commits sin, nor disputes unjustly (during Hajj), then he returns from Hajj as pure and free from sins as on the day on which his mother gave birth to him.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim].
Commentary:
The true meanings of "Rafath'' sexual intercourse but it also signifies obscene and frivolous talk and the expression of sexual desire to one's wife. Since coition with one's wife is forbidden during Hajj, so conversation with her on this subject or talking for amusement is also disliked. "Fisq'' means disobedience of Allah and quarrelling with people. One must avoid both of them during Hajj. The Hajj which is performed with all these restrictions, has the merit that one is totally purged of sins. But this purification is from sins which come in the category of minor sins and which relate to the Rights of Allah. Major sins relating to the Rights of Allah and lapses in respect of the rights of people are not pardoned without sincere repentance and compensation to the aggrieved.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No 1274
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Excellence of an accepted pilgrimage (Hajj)
Abu Hurairah (Radhiallaho anha) reported:
The Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) was asked: "Which deed is the best?'' He (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) replied,
"Faith in Allah and His Messenger.'' Then he was asked: "What is next?'' He replied, "Jihad (holy fighting) in the Cause of Allah.'' Then he was asked, "What is after that?'' He (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) replied, "Hajj Mabrur (an accepted pilgrimage).''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim].
Commentary:
This Hadith points out the fact that Hajj is one of the most prominent religious acts, provided it is done sincerely and keeping oneself away from sins. Some people have interpreted the word "Hajj Mabrur'' as an accepted Hajj. They say that the sign of an accepted Hajj is that one becomes a true worshipper of Allah, which he was previously not.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No 1273
The Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) was asked: "Which deed is the best?'' He (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) replied,
"Faith in Allah and His Messenger.'' Then he was asked: "What is next?'' He replied, "Jihad (holy fighting) in the Cause of Allah.'' Then he was asked, "What is after that?'' He (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) replied, "Hajj Mabrur (an accepted pilgrimage).''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim].
Commentary:
This Hadith points out the fact that Hajj is one of the most prominent religious acts, provided it is done sincerely and keeping oneself away from sins. Some people have interpreted the word "Hajj Mabrur'' as an accepted Hajj. They say that the sign of an accepted Hajj is that one becomes a true worshipper of Allah, which he was previously not.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No 1273
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October 23, 2009
A Supplication of the Prophet (pbuh)
Tariq bin Ashyam (May Allah be pleased with him) reported: Whenever a man entered the fold of Islam, the Prophet (PBUH) would show him how to perform Salat and then direct him to supplicate: "Allahumm-aghfir li, warhamni, wa-hdini, wa `afini, warzuqni (O Allah! Forgive me, have mercy on me, guide me, guard me against harm and provide me with sustenance and salvation).'''
[Muslim]
In another narration Tariq said: A man came to the Prophet (PBUH) and said to him: "O Messenger of Allah! What shall I say if I want to pray to my Rubb?'' He (PBUH) said, "Say: `Allahumma-ghfir li, warhamni, wa `afini, warzuqni (O Allah! Forgive me, have mercy on me, protect me and provide me with sustenance).' Surely, this supplication is better for you in this life and in the Hereafter.''
[Muslim]
In another narration Tariq said: A man came to the Prophet (PBUH) and said to him: "O Messenger of Allah! What shall I say if I want to pray to my Rubb?'' He (PBUH) said, "Say: `Allahumma-ghfir li, warhamni, wa `afini, warzuqni (O Allah! Forgive me, have mercy on me, protect me and provide me with sustenance).' Surely, this supplication is better for you in this life and in the Hereafter.''
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October 14, 2009
Excellence of Knowledge of the Qur'an and Hadith
"Allah will exalt in degree those of you who believe, and those who have been granted knowledge.'' (Qur'an : 58:11)
Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported:
Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said,
"Allah makes the way to Jannah easy for him who treads the path in search of knowledge.''
[Muslim]
Commentary:
In this Hadith, knowledge means the knowledge of the religion, that is to say the correct knowledge of the Qur'an and Hadith which is acquired without any prejudice of any juristic school. Otherwise juristic prejudice can turn knowledge into great obstruction. May Allah bestow His Mercy on us.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No :1381
[Muslim]
Commentary:
In this Hadith, knowledge means the knowledge of the religion, that is to say the correct knowledge of the Qur'an and Hadith which is acquired without any prejudice of any juristic school. Otherwise juristic prejudice can turn knowledge into great obstruction. May Allah bestow His Mercy on us.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No :1381
October 8, 2009
Excellence of Proceeding towards the Mosque Walking
Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported:
The Prophet (PBUH) said,
"He who purifies (performs Wudu') himself in his house and then walks to one of the houses of Allah (mosque) for performing an obligatory Salat, one step of his will wipe out his sins and another step will elevate his rank (in Jannah).''
[Muslim]
Commentary:
This Hadith has an inducement for offering Salat in the mosque and brings into eminence the merit of doing so. The merit lies in the fact that one minor sin is pardoned at every step that is taken towards the mosque and one's status (in Jannah) is enhanced by one stage. This Hadith also mentions the vastness of the Mercy and Blessing of Allah.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1054
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The Prophet (PBUH) said,
"He who purifies (performs Wudu') himself in his house and then walks to one of the houses of Allah (mosque) for performing an obligatory Salat, one step of his will wipe out his sins and another step will elevate his rank (in Jannah).''
[Muslim]
Commentary:
This Hadith has an inducement for offering Salat in the mosque and brings into eminence the merit of doing so. The merit lies in the fact that one minor sin is pardoned at every step that is taken towards the mosque and one's status (in Jannah) is enhanced by one stage. This Hadith also mentions the vastness of the Mercy and Blessing of Allah.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1054
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September 24, 2009
The Reward for Fasting Six Days in the Month of Shawwal
Abu Ayyub (Radhiallaho anha) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"He who observes As-Saum (the fasts) in the month of Ramadan, and also observes As-Saum for six days in the month of Shawwal, it is as if he has observed As-Saum for the whole year.''
[Muslim]
Commentary:
According to the formula that there is at least ten-fold reward for every virtue, the Saum of one month (Ramadan) are equivalent to Saum of ten months. If one also observes six days of Saum of Shawwal, they will be equal to Saum of two months. Thus, one becomes eligible for the reward of one full years' Saum. He who makes it a permanent feature is like one who observes Saum throughout his life. He will be considered by Allah as one who observes Saum permanently. Although voluntary in nature, they are highly important. One can observe these six-day Saum at a stretch or with intervals, but their observance one after the other at the beginning of the month is better. Similarly, if a person has missed some Saum of Ramadan due to illness, travelling etc., he should first make up the shortfall and then observe the voluntary six-day Saum of Shawwal.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1254
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"He who observes As-Saum (the fasts) in the month of Ramadan, and also observes As-Saum for six days in the month of Shawwal, it is as if he has observed As-Saum for the whole year.''
[Muslim]
Commentary:
According to the formula that there is at least ten-fold reward for every virtue, the Saum of one month (Ramadan) are equivalent to Saum of ten months. If one also observes six days of Saum of Shawwal, they will be equal to Saum of two months. Thus, one becomes eligible for the reward of one full years' Saum. He who makes it a permanent feature is like one who observes Saum throughout his life. He will be considered by Allah as one who observes Saum permanently. Although voluntary in nature, they are highly important. One can observe these six-day Saum at a stretch or with intervals, but their observance one after the other at the beginning of the month is better. Similarly, if a person has missed some Saum of Ramadan due to illness, travelling etc., he should first make up the shortfall and then observe the voluntary six-day Saum of Shawwal.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1254
September 8, 2009
Seek Lailat-ul-Qadr (Night of Decree) in the odd nights out of the last ten nights of Ramadan
`Aishah (May Allah be pleased with her) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) used to observe I`tikaf in the last ten days of Ramadan and say,
"Seek Lailat-ul-Qadr (Night of Decree) in the odd nights out of the last ten nights of Ramadan.''
[Al-Bukhari]
Commentary:
We learn from this Hadith that Lailat-ul-Qadr occurs in any of the five odd nights - 21st, 23rd, 25th, 27th and 29th - of the last ten nights of Ramadan. Its exact date has not been revealed for the reason that people keep themselves awake for prayer for a larger number of nights. Had its date been fixed, people would have kept awake for prayer only on that night. There is a general belief among the scholars that it is fixed, on the 27th night of Ramadan. But this is not correct. Ahadith do not confirm this view.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1192
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) used to observe I`tikaf in the last ten days of Ramadan and say,
"Seek Lailat-ul-Qadr (Night of Decree) in the odd nights out of the last ten nights of Ramadan.''
[Al-Bukhari]
Commentary:
We learn from this Hadith that Lailat-ul-Qadr occurs in any of the five odd nights - 21st, 23rd, 25th, 27th and 29th - of the last ten nights of Ramadan. Its exact date has not been revealed for the reason that people keep themselves awake for prayer for a larger number of nights. Had its date been fixed, people would have kept awake for prayer only on that night. There is a general belief among the scholars that it is fixed, on the 27th night of Ramadan. But this is not correct. Ahadith do not confirm this view.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1192
Lailat-ul-Qadr (Night of Decree)
Abu Hurairah (Radhiallaho anha) reported:
The Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"Whosoever performs Qiyam during Lailat-ul-Qadr (Night of Decree), with Faith and being hopeful of Allah's reward, will have his former sins forgiven.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Commentary:
Qiyam here means what keeps one awake to one's capacity and for worship and makes one perform Nawafil, impels one to beg pardon for sins from Allah, urges one to praise Him. Specially, if a person performs `Isha prayer and Fajr prayer in congregation, he will hopefully attain all those distinctions which are mentioned in this Hadith.
Safeguarding As-Saum (The Fast)
Abu Hurairah (Radhiallaho anha) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"When any one of you is observing Saum (fasting) on a day, he should neither indulge in obscene language nor should he raise the voice; and if anyone reviles him or tries to quarrel with him he should say: `I am observing fast.'''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"When any one of you is observing Saum (fasting) on a day, he should neither indulge in obscene language nor should he raise the voice; and if anyone reviles him or tries to quarrel with him he should say: `I am observing fast.'''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Superiority of Hastening to Break the Fast and to perform Maghrib prayer
Abu Atiyyah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported:
Masruq and I visited `Aishah (May Allah be pleased with her) and said:
"O Mother of the Believers! There are two Companions of Muhammad (PBUH) and neither of them holds back from doing good acts; but one of them hastens to break Saum (fasting) and hastens to perform the Maghrib prayer, while the other delays breaking Saum and delays performing Salat (prayer).''
She asked, "Who is the one who hastens to break Saum and perform the Maghrib prayer?''
Masruq said, "It is `Abdullah (meaning `Abdullah bin Mas`ud).''
She said, "The Messenger of Allah (PBUH) used to do so.''
[Muslim]
Commentary:
This Hadith points out the practice of the Prophet (PBUH) of breaking the Saum and performing the Maghrib prayer in the early moments of the prescribed time.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1234
Masruq and I visited `Aishah (May Allah be pleased with her) and said:
"O Mother of the Believers! There are two Companions of Muhammad (PBUH) and neither of them holds back from doing good acts; but one of them hastens to break Saum (fasting) and hastens to perform the Maghrib prayer, while the other delays breaking Saum and delays performing Salat (prayer).''
She asked, "Who is the one who hastens to break Saum and perform the Maghrib prayer?''
Masruq said, "It is `Abdullah (meaning `Abdullah bin Mas`ud).''
She said, "The Messenger of Allah (PBUH) used to do so.''
[Muslim]
Commentary:
This Hadith points out the practice of the Prophet (PBUH) of breaking the Saum and performing the Maghrib prayer in the early moments of the prescribed time.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1234
September 7, 2009
Following the Sunnah in breaking Saum (fasting)
Anas (RadhiAllahu 'anhu) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) used to break his Saum (fasting) before performing Maghrib prayer with three fresh date-fruits; if there were no fresh date-fruits, he will eat three dry dates; and if there were no dry date-fruits; he would take three draughts of water.
[At-Tirmidhi]
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) used to break his Saum (fasting) before performing Maghrib prayer with three fresh date-fruits; if there were no fresh date-fruits, he will eat three dry dates; and if there were no dry date-fruits; he would take three draughts of water.
[At-Tirmidhi]
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September 6, 2009
Attain the benefits of Lailat-ul-Qadr
`Aishah (May Allah be pleased with her) reported: When the last ten nights (of Ramadan) would begin, the Messenger of Allah (PBUH) would keep awake at night (for prayer and devotion), awaken his family and prepare himself to be more diligent in worship.
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Commentary:
The entire month of Ramadan is a spring season for virtues, worship and obedience of Allah, but its last ten days are the peak of this season of worship. Therefore, one must strive hard in the last ten days and nights of this month to follow the practice of the Prophet (PBUH), to seek the Pleasure of Allah and to attain the benefits of Lailat-ul-Qadr, which occurs during this period. The Prophet (PBUH) used to make special arrangement for observing I`tikaf, and we must also follow this practice of his.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1223
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Commentary:
The entire month of Ramadan is a spring season for virtues, worship and obedience of Allah, but its last ten days are the peak of this season of worship. Therefore, one must strive hard in the last ten days and nights of this month to follow the practice of the Prophet (PBUH), to seek the Pleasure of Allah and to attain the benefits of Lailat-ul-Qadr, which occurs during this period. The Prophet (PBUH) used to make special arrangement for observing I`tikaf, and we must also follow this practice of his.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1223
August 30, 2009
The Prophet Muhammad (pbuh): Some gates of Jannah (Paradise) in Islam
Abu Hurairah (Radhiallahu anhu) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"He who spends a pair in the way of Allah will be called from the gates of Jannah:
`O slave of Allah! This gate is better for you' and one who is constant in Salat (prayer), will be called from the Gate of Salat;
and whoever is eager in fighting in the Cause of Allah, will be called from the Gate of Jihad;
and who is regular in observing Saum will be called from Ar-Raiyan Gate.
The one who is generous in charity will be called from the Gate of Charity.''
Abu Bakr (Radhiallahu anhu) said:"O Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam)! May my mother and father be sacrificed for you! Those who are called from these gates will stand in need of nothing. Will anybody be called from all of those gates?''
He (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) replied, "Yes, and I hope that you will be one of them.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Commentary:
"Pair'' means two; in other channels of transmission, it has been explained thus: "They asked him, `Pair of what?' He (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said, `A pair of horses, cows or camels'.'' "Pair'' in this Hadith, however, can be all-inclusive; i.e., fasting two days or performing two prayers, etc. This Hadith also mentions special distinction of Abu Bakr As-Siddiq (Radhiallahu anhu) and the esteem in which he was held by the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam). It also transpires from this Hadith that one can praise such a person right on his face about whom one does not fear that it will make him proud. This Hadith has also an inducement for giving in Sadaqah two instead of a single item.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1216
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The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"He who spends a pair in the way of Allah will be called from the gates of Jannah:
`O slave of Allah! This gate is better for you' and one who is constant in Salat (prayer), will be called from the Gate of Salat;
and whoever is eager in fighting in the Cause of Allah, will be called from the Gate of Jihad;
and who is regular in observing Saum will be called from Ar-Raiyan Gate.
The one who is generous in charity will be called from the Gate of Charity.''
Abu Bakr (Radhiallahu anhu) said:"O Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam)! May my mother and father be sacrificed for you! Those who are called from these gates will stand in need of nothing. Will anybody be called from all of those gates?''
He (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) replied, "Yes, and I hope that you will be one of them.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Commentary:
"Pair'' means two; in other channels of transmission, it has been explained thus: "They asked him, `Pair of what?' He (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said, `A pair of horses, cows or camels'.'' "Pair'' in this Hadith, however, can be all-inclusive; i.e., fasting two days or performing two prayers, etc. This Hadith also mentions special distinction of Abu Bakr As-Siddiq (Radhiallahu anhu) and the esteem in which he was held by the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam). It also transpires from this Hadith that one can praise such a person right on his face about whom one does not fear that it will make him proud. This Hadith has also an inducement for giving in Sadaqah two instead of a single item.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1216
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August 27, 2009
Islamic Brotherhood
An-Nawawi’s Hadith No.35
On the authority of Abu Hurairah (Radhiallaho anha), who said : the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said :
"Do not envy one another; do not inflate prices one to another; do not hate one another; do not turn away from one another; and do not undercut one another, but be you, O slaves of Allah, brothers. A Muslim is the brother of a Muslim: he neither oppresses him nor disgraces him, he neither lies to him nor does he hold him in contempt. Piety and righteousness is here - and he pointed to his breast three times. It is evil enough for a man to hold his brother Muslim in contempt. The whole of a Muslim for another Muslim is inviolable: his blood, his property, and his honor."
Related by Muslim.
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On the authority of Abu Hurairah (Radhiallaho anha), who said : the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said :
"Do not envy one another; do not inflate prices one to another; do not hate one another; do not turn away from one another; and do not undercut one another, but be you, O slaves of Allah, brothers. A Muslim is the brother of a Muslim: he neither oppresses him nor disgraces him, he neither lies to him nor does he hold him in contempt. Piety and righteousness is here - and he pointed to his breast three times. It is evil enough for a man to hold his brother Muslim in contempt. The whole of a Muslim for another Muslim is inviolable: his blood, his property, and his honor."
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August 25, 2009
When Ramadan begins, the gates of Jannah are opened
Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said, "When Ramadan begins, the gates of Jannah are opened, the gates of Hell are closed, and the devils are chained.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Commentary:
This is a special distinction of the month of Ramadan during which Muslims become more inclined towards the worship of Allah. They pay greater attention to the recitation of the Qur'an, remembrance of Allah, worship, and seeking pardon for sins.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No :1220
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Commentary:
This is a special distinction of the month of Ramadan during which Muslims become more inclined towards the worship of Allah. They pay greater attention to the recitation of the Qur'an, remembrance of Allah, worship, and seeking pardon for sins.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No :1220
August 21, 2009
Observe Saum (fast) on sighting the crescent
Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said, "Observe Saum (fast) on sighting the crescent and terminate it on sighting it (the new moon), but if the sky is cloudy before you, then complete the number (thirty days) of the month.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim].
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[Al-Bukhari and Muslim].
Excellence of Optional (Tawawih) Prayer during Ramadan
Abu Hurairah (Radhiallaho anha) reported: The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said, "He who observes optional prayer (Tarawih prayers) throughout Ramadan, out of sincerity of Faith and in the hope of earning reward will have his past sins pardoned.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
August 11, 2009
The Merits of Ablution (Wudu')
`Umar bin Al-Khattab (Radhiallahu anhu) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (SalAllahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"Whoever of you performs Wudu' carefully and then affirms:
`Ash-hadu an la ilaha illallahu Wahdahu la sharika Lahu, wa ash-hadu anna Muhammadan `abduhu wa Rasuluhu
[I testify that there so no true god except Allah Alone, Who has no partners and that Muhammad (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) is His slave and Messenger],'
the eight gates of Jannah are opened for him. He may enter through whichever of these gates he desires (to enter).''
[Muslim]
In the narration in At-Tirmidhi, it is added: "Allahummaj-`alni minat-tawwabina, waj-`alni minal-mutatahhirin (O Allah make me among those who repent and purify themselves).''
Commentary:
Tahur means Wudu' which is the foremost condition for Salat. One is not permitted to perform Salat without Wudu' in the prescribed manner. Wudu' is regarded as "half of the Salat'' and this principle makes its importance clear.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1032.
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August 8, 2009
Do you want to enter Paradise through the gate called Ar-Raiyan
Sahl bin Sa`d (Radhiallaho anha): The Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"In Jannah there is a gate which is called Ar-Raiyan through which only those who observe Saum (fasting) will enter on the Day of Resurrection. None else will enter through it. It will be called out, "Where are those who observe fasting?'' So they will stand up and proceed towards it. When the last of them will have entered, the gate will be closed and then no one will enter through that gate.''
[Muslim]
Commentary:
This Hadith tells us about the special distinction of those who observe Saum. "Only those who observe Saum'' signify the faithful who not only observe Saum during the month of Ramadan but also frequently observe voluntary fasts over and above the obligatory ones, otherwise Saum of Ramadan are compulsory for every Muslim.
"In Jannah there is a gate which is called Ar-Raiyan through which only those who observe Saum (fasting) will enter on the Day of Resurrection. None else will enter through it. It will be called out, "Where are those who observe fasting?'' So they will stand up and proceed towards it. When the last of them will have entered, the gate will be closed and then no one will enter through that gate.''
[Muslim]
Commentary:
This Hadith tells us about the special distinction of those who observe Saum. "Only those who observe Saum'' signify the faithful who not only observe Saum during the month of Ramadan but also frequently observe voluntary fasts over and above the obligatory ones, otherwise Saum of Ramadan are compulsory for every Muslim.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1217
July 20, 2009
Full of Praise and Glorification of Allah (SWT) - highly meritorious and rewarding
Recitation of words quoted in this Hadith is highly meritorious & rewarding
Please note these words and recite it whenever you can,
and may Allah (SWT) reward you.
Juwairiyah bint Al-Harith (RadhiAllahu 'anha) reported, the Mother of the Believers: The Prophet ļ·ŗ came out from my apartment in the morning as I was busy in performing the dawn prayer. He ļ·ŗ came back in the forenoon and found me sitting there.
The Prophet ļ·ŗ said, "Are you still in the same position as I left you.'' I replied in the affirmative. Thereupon the Prophet ļ·ŗ said,
"I recited four words three times after I had left you. If these are to be weighed against all you have recited since morning, these will be heavier. These are:
"Ų³ُŲØْŲَŲ§Łَ Ų§ŁŁŁِ ŁَŲØِŲَŁ
ْŲÆِŁِ: Ų¹َŲÆَŲÆَ Ų®َŁْŁِŁِ،
ŁَŲ±ِŲ¶َŲ§ ŁَŁْŲ³ِŁِ، ŁَŲ²ِŁَŲ©َ Ų¹َŲ±ْŲ“ِŁِ ŁَŁ
ِŲÆَŲ§ŲÆَ ŁَŁِŁ
َŲ§ŲŖِŁِ".
Subhan-Allahi wa bihamdihi, `adada khalqihi, wa rida nafsihi, wa zinatah `arshihi, wa midada kalimatihi
[Allah is free from imperfection and I begin with His praise, as many times as the number of His creatures, in accordance with His Good Pleasure, equal to the weight of His Throne and equal to the ink that may be used in recording the words (for His Praise)].''
[Sahih Muslim - Book 035 - Hadith 6575]
Commentary:
The recitation of the words quoted in this Hadith is highly meritorious and rewarding because they are full of Praise and Glorification of Allah.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1433
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July 6, 2009
Gold and Silk are Forbidden for the Males
`Ali (Radhiallaho anha) reported : I saw Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) holding a piece of gold in his left hand and a silk (cloth) in his right hand. Then he said, "These two are forbidden for the males of my Ummah.''
[Abu Dawud].
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July 4, 2009
Seek refuge in Allah from evil which I have done and not done
`Aishah (May Allah be pleased with her) reported:
The Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) used to supplicate (in these words):
"Allahumma inni audhu bika min sharri ma `amiltu, wa min sharri ma lam a`mal
(O Allah! I seek refuge in You from the evil of that which I have done and the evil of that which I have not done)."
[Muslim]
Commentary:
This prayer is also very comprehensive. Sometimes a person does a virtuous deed but it is tainted with slight hypocrisy or pride. It is an element which destroys even the most virtuous deeds. It is this mischief against which Allah's Protection has been sought through this prayer.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No: 1477.
The Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) used to supplicate (in these words):
"Allahumma inni audhu bika min sharri ma `amiltu, wa min sharri ma lam a`mal
(O Allah! I seek refuge in You from the evil of that which I have done and the evil of that which I have not done)."
[Muslim]
Commentary:
This prayer is also very comprehensive. Sometimes a person does a virtuous deed but it is tainted with slight hypocrisy or pride. It is an element which destroys even the most virtuous deeds. It is this mischief against which Allah's Protection has been sought through this prayer.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No: 1477.
June 15, 2009
You will see Allah (SWT) in the Hereafter as you see full moon
Jarir bin `Abdullah Al-Bajali (Radhiallahu anhu) reported:
We were sitting with the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) when he looked at the full moon and observed,
"You will see your Rubb in the Hereafter as you see this moon having no difficulty in seeing it. So try your best to perform the prayers before the rising of the sun and that before its setting.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Commentary:
This Hadith tells us that no one can see Allah in this world but in the Hereafter, the believers will have the honour of seeing Allah. It also highlights the importance and merits of performing the Fajr and `Asr prayers punctually and in congregation.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No: 1051
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We were sitting with the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) when he looked at the full moon and observed,
"You will see your Rubb in the Hereafter as you see this moon having no difficulty in seeing it. So try your best to perform the prayers before the rising of the sun and that before its setting.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Commentary:
This Hadith tells us that no one can see Allah in this world but in the Hereafter, the believers will have the honour of seeing Allah. It also highlights the importance and merits of performing the Fajr and `Asr prayers punctually and in congregation.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No: 1051
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June 5, 2009
Allah helps those who help others
An-Nawawi’s Hadith No.36
On the authority of Abu Hurairah (Radhiallaho anha) that the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said:
"Whosoever removes a worldly grief from a believer, Allah will remove from him one of the griefs of the Day of Judgment. Whosoever alleviates [the lot of] a needy person, Allah will alleviate [his lot] in this world and the next. Whosoever shields a Muslim, Allah will shield him in this world and the next. Allah will aid a slave [of His] so long as the slave aids his brother. Whosoever follows a path to seek knowledge therein, Allah will make easy for him a path to Paradise. No people gather together in one of the houses of Allah, reciting the Book of Allah and studying it among themselves, but tranquillity and peace descends upon them, mercy envelopes them, the angels surround them, and Allah makes mention of them amongst those who are with Him. And whosoever is slowed down by his actions will not be hastened forward by his lineage."
Related by Muslim in these words.
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May 29, 2009
The Compassion of Allah Upon His Slaves
An-Nawawi’s Hadith No.37
On the authority of Ibn Abbas (Radhiallahu anhu) from the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) is that among the sayings he relates from his Lord (Glorified and Exalted be He) is that he said:
Allah has written down the good deeds and the bad ones. Then He explained it [by saying that] he who has intended a good deed and has not done it, Allah writes it down with Himself as a full good deed, but if he has intended it and has done it, Allah writes it down with Himself as from ten (10) good deeds to seven hundred (700) times, or many times over.
But if he has intended a bad deed and has not done it, Allah writes it down with Himself as a full good deed, but if he has intended it and has done it, Allah writes it down as one bad deed.
Related by Bukhari and Muslim in their two Sahihs
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May 22, 2009
The best Jihad for women is 'Hajj Mabrur'
`Aishah (May Allah be pleased with her) reported:
I said: "O Messenger of Allah! We consider Jihad as the best deed, should we not then go for Jihad?''
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said, "The best Jihad for you women is Hajj Mabrur (i.e., one accepted by Allah).''
[Al-Bukhari].
Commentary:
In ordinary circumstances, Hajj is the best of Jihad for women because in Islam, politics, economy, government, military affairs etc., come in the purview of men and men alone. Women are exempted from all such matters. However, in case of war, if the need arises, women can be engaged for supply of food, first-aid of the wounded etc., on the internal front, provided they can do such works without crossing the bounds of the Islamic-type veil. But imparting military training to women and dispatching them to war front are sheer imitations of the western nations for which there is no scope in the teachings of Islam. This Hadith also confirms this view.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No :1276
I said: "O Messenger of Allah! We consider Jihad as the best deed, should we not then go for Jihad?''
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said, "The best Jihad for you women is Hajj Mabrur (i.e., one accepted by Allah).''
[Al-Bukhari].
Commentary:
In ordinary circumstances, Hajj is the best of Jihad for women because in Islam, politics, economy, government, military affairs etc., come in the purview of men and men alone. Women are exempted from all such matters. However, in case of war, if the need arises, women can be engaged for supply of food, first-aid of the wounded etc., on the internal front, provided they can do such works without crossing the bounds of the Islamic-type veil. But imparting military training to women and dispatching them to war front are sheer imitations of the western nations for which there is no scope in the teachings of Islam. This Hadith also confirms this view.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No :1276
April 14, 2009
Praise be to Allah Who has saved him from Hell-fire
Anas (Radhiallaho anha) reported:
A young Jewish boy who was in the service of the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) fell ill. The Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) went to visit him. He sat down by his head and said to him, "Embrace Islam.'' The little boy looked at his father who was sitting beside him. He said: "Obey Abul-Qasim (i.e., the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam)).'' So he embraced Islam and the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) stepped out saying, "Praise be to Allah Who has saved him from Hell-fire.''
[Al-Bukhari].
Commentary:
Herein, the example of the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) inspires us to visit even a sick disbeliever and invite him to accept Islam. Besides, the Hadith tells that the company of the virtuous does bear fruit and that we should continue to hope that the heart of a disbeliever will turn to Allah at any moment. Furthermore, we come to believe that parents, though not clinging to the right way, may tell their offspring to pursue the truth.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 900
A young Jewish boy who was in the service of the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) fell ill. The Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) went to visit him. He sat down by his head and said to him, "Embrace Islam.'' The little boy looked at his father who was sitting beside him. He said: "Obey Abul-Qasim (i.e., the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam)).'' So he embraced Islam and the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) stepped out saying, "Praise be to Allah Who has saved him from Hell-fire.''
[Al-Bukhari].
Commentary:
Herein, the example of the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) inspires us to visit even a sick disbeliever and invite him to accept Islam. Besides, the Hadith tells that the company of the virtuous does bear fruit and that we should continue to hope that the heart of a disbeliever will turn to Allah at any moment. Furthermore, we come to believe that parents, though not clinging to the right way, may tell their offspring to pursue the truth.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 900
Approach Allah with Nawafil
An-Nawawi’s Hadith No.38
On the authority of Abu Hurairah (Radhiallaho anha) who said:
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said:
Allah the Almighty has said:
"Whosoever shows enmity to a friend of Mine,I shall be at war with him.
On the authority of Abu Hurairah (Radhiallaho anha) who said:
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said:
Allah the Almighty has said:
"Whosoever shows enmity to a friend of Mine,I shall be at war with him.
My slave does not draw near to Me with anything more loved by Me than the religious duties I have imposed upon him,
and My slave continues to draw near to Me with supererogatory works so that I shall love him.
When I love him I am his hearing with which he hears,
his seeing with which he sees,
his hand with which he holds,
his hand with which he holds,
and his foot with which he walks.
Were he to ask [something] of Me, I would surely give it to him;
and were he to ask Me for refuge, I would surely grant him it."
Related by Bukhari.
Were he to ask [something] of Me, I would surely give it to him;
and were he to ask Me for refuge, I would surely grant him it."
Related by Bukhari.
April 2, 2009
Pardoning of Mistakes and Forgetfulness
An-Nawawi’s Hadith No.39
On the authority of Ibn Abbas (Radhiallaho anha) that the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said:
"Allah has pardoned for me my people for [their] mistakes and [their] forgetfulness and for what they have done under duress."
A Hasan (fair) Hadith related by Ibn Majah, Al-Baihaqi and others.
Commentary:
Being excused for what is done mistakenly or out of forgetfulness does not mean that there will be no consequent rulings. This means that a person might be forgiven but he still has to take responsibility for his actions
On the authority of Ibn Abbas (Radhiallaho anha) that the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said:
"Allah has pardoned for me my people for [their] mistakes and [their] forgetfulness and for what they have done under duress."
A Hasan (fair) Hadith related by Ibn Majah, Al-Baihaqi and others.
Commentary:
Being excused for what is done mistakenly or out of forgetfulness does not mean that there will be no consequent rulings. This means that a person might be forgiven but he still has to take responsibility for his actions
March 26, 2009
The Life Of This World
An-Nawawi’s Hadith No.40
On the authority of Abdullah bin Omar (Radhiallaho anha), who said:
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) took me by the shoulder and said:
"Be in the world as though you were a stranger or a wayfarer."
Ibn Omar (Radhiallaho anha), The son of Omar used to say:
"At evening do not expect [to live till] morning, and at morning do not expect [to live till] evening. Take from your health for your illness and from your life for your death."
Related by al-Bukhari
On the authority of Abdullah bin Omar (Radhiallaho anha), who said:
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) took me by the shoulder and said:
"Be in the world as though you were a stranger or a wayfarer."
Ibn Omar (Radhiallaho anha), The son of Omar used to say:
"At evening do not expect [to live till] morning, and at morning do not expect [to live till] evening. Take from your health for your illness and from your life for your death."
Related by al-Bukhari
Follow-up what the Prophet (PBUH) has brought
An-Nawawi’s Hadith No.41
On the authority of Abu Muhammad Abdullah,
the son of Amr ibn al-As (RadhiAllahu 'anhuma) who said:
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said:
"None of you [truly] be a believer until his inclination is in accordance with what I have brought."
A Hasan (fair) and Sahih (sound) Hadith which have been transmitted from Kitab al-Hujja with a sound chain of authorities.
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On the authority of Abu Muhammad Abdullah,
the son of Amr ibn al-As (RadhiAllahu 'anhuma) who said:
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said:
"None of you [truly] be a believer until his inclination is in accordance with what I have brought."
A Hasan (fair) and Sahih (sound) Hadith which have been transmitted from Kitab al-Hujja with a sound chain of authorities.
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March 15, 2009
Allah is all Forgiving
An-Nawawi’s Hadith No.42
On the authority of Anas (RadhiAllahu 'anhu) who said:
I heard the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) saying:
Allah the Almighty has said:
"O son of Adam, so long as you call upon Me and ask of Me, I shall forgive you for what you have done, and I shall not mind. O son of Adam, were your sins to reach the clouds of the sky and were you then to ask forgiveness of Me, I would forgive you. O son of Adam, were you to come to Me with sins nearly as great as the earth and were you then to face Me, ascribing no partner to Me, I would bring you forgiveness nearly as great as it."
Related by at-Tirmidhi, who stated that it was a Hasan (fair) and Sahih (sound) Hadith.
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On the authority of Anas (RadhiAllahu 'anhu) who said:
I heard the Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) saying:
Allah the Almighty has said:
"O son of Adam, so long as you call upon Me and ask of Me, I shall forgive you for what you have done, and I shall not mind. O son of Adam, were your sins to reach the clouds of the sky and were you then to ask forgiveness of Me, I would forgive you. O son of Adam, were you to come to Me with sins nearly as great as the earth and were you then to face Me, ascribing no partner to Me, I would bring you forgiveness nearly as great as it."
Related by at-Tirmidhi, who stated that it was a Hasan (fair) and Sahih (sound) Hadith.
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March 5, 2009
Dignity and Tranquility
Allah, the Exalted, says:
"And the (faithful) slaves of the Most Gracious (Allah) are those who walk on the earth in humility and sedateness, and when the foolish address them (with bad words) they reply back with mild words of gentleness.'' (Al Qur'an : 25:63)
`Aishah (RadiAllahu 'anha) reported:
I have never seen Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) laughing so heartily that his uvula could be seen. He used to smile only.
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Commentary:
To laugh much is one of the sign of indifference to the remembrance of Allah. Besides, the habit of laughing aloud robs away the dignity and impressiveness of a man.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 703
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"And the (faithful) slaves of the Most Gracious (Allah) are those who walk on the earth in humility and sedateness, and when the foolish address them (with bad words) they reply back with mild words of gentleness.'' (Al Qur'an : 25:63)
`Aishah (RadiAllahu 'anha) reported:
I have never seen Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) laughing so heartily that his uvula could be seen. He used to smile only.
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Commentary:
To laugh much is one of the sign of indifference to the remembrance of Allah. Besides, the habit of laughing aloud robs away the dignity and impressiveness of a man.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 703
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March 2, 2009
Excellence of The Prayer (As-Salah) & Call To Prayers (Adhan)
Abu Hurairah (Radhiallahu anhu) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said:
"Were people to know the blessing of pronouncing Adhan and the standing in the first row, they would even draw lots to secure these privileges. And were they to realize the reward of performing Salat early, they would race for it; and were they to know the merits of Salat after nightfall (`Isha') and the dawn (Fajr) Salat, they would come to them even if they had to crawl.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Commentary:
This expression 'to crawl' is used to illustrate the high merit of praying `Isha and Fajr in congregation in the mosque. This Hadith also urges to make best to occupy the first rows, as the `Angels of Mercy' pray for the Imam first, then for those who pray immediately behind him in the first row, then those behind them, and so on. The Hadith also points out the excellence of Adhan and the great reward of the person who pronounces it.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1033
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The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said:
"Were people to know the blessing of pronouncing Adhan and the standing in the first row, they would even draw lots to secure these privileges. And were they to realize the reward of performing Salat early, they would race for it; and were they to know the merits of Salat after nightfall (`Isha') and the dawn (Fajr) Salat, they would come to them even if they had to crawl.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]
Commentary:
This expression 'to crawl' is used to illustrate the high merit of praying `Isha and Fajr in congregation in the mosque. This Hadith also urges to make best to occupy the first rows, as the `Angels of Mercy' pray for the Imam first, then for those who pray immediately behind him in the first row, then those behind them, and so on. The Hadith also points out the excellence of Adhan and the great reward of the person who pronounces it.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No : 1033
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February 20, 2009
A Comprehensive Supplication (Dua) of Muhammad (PBUH)
`Abdullah bin Mas`ud (RadhiAllahu 'anhu) reported:
The Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) used to supplicate:
"Allahumma inni as'alukal-huda, wat-tuqa, wal-`afafa, wal-ghina
(O Allah! I beseech You for guidance, piety, chastity and contentment).''
[Muslim]
Commentary:
"Guidance'' means guidance towards virtue which one needs at every step. The ability to do good and steadfastness on the Right Path is also covered by the term guidance. To comply with the Orders of Allah and to prevent oneself from what He has forbidden is "Taqwa" (fear of Allah), the importance of which needs no elaboration. `Affaf is prevention from sins. It also means evasion from seeking help from others. Ghina means riches which makes one independent of others so much so that all one's hopes are centered on Allah Alone. The prayer quoted in this Hadith is very comprehensive indeed.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No. 1468
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The Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) used to supplicate:
"Allahumma inni as'alukal-huda, wat-tuqa, wal-`afafa, wal-ghina
(O Allah! I beseech You for guidance, piety, chastity and contentment).''
[Muslim]
Commentary:
"Guidance'' means guidance towards virtue which one needs at every step. The ability to do good and steadfastness on the Right Path is also covered by the term guidance. To comply with the Orders of Allah and to prevent oneself from what He has forbidden is "Taqwa" (fear of Allah), the importance of which needs no elaboration. `Affaf is prevention from sins. It also means evasion from seeking help from others. Ghina means riches which makes one independent of others so much so that all one's hopes are centered on Allah Alone. The prayer quoted in this Hadith is very comprehensive indeed.
Riyad-us-Saliheen – Hadith No. 1468
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Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) Liked Comprehensive Supplications
`Aishah (RadiAllahu 'anha) reported:
The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) liked comprehensive supplications or (Al-Jawami` - i.e., supplications (Dua) with very few words but comprehensive in meanings), and discarded others.
[Abu Dawud]
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The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) liked comprehensive supplications or (Al-Jawami` - i.e., supplications (Dua) with very few words but comprehensive in meanings), and discarded others.
[Abu Dawud]
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Du`a (Supplication) is Worship
An-Nu`man bin Bashir (RadhiAllahu 'anhuma) reported:
The Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"Du`a (supplication) is worship.''
The Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) said,
"Du`a (supplication) is worship.''
[Abu Dawud]
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February 11, 2009
Abu Sufyan's true admission about Prophet (PBUH) to Roman emperor Heraclius
Abu Sufyan (RadhiAllahu 'anhu) reported:
In course of his detailed narration about Heraclius when the latter questioned him about the teachings of the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam), he said that: He (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) told (us):
"Worship Allah alone and do not associate a thing with Him; and give up all that your ancestors said. "He (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) also commands us to perform Salat (prayers), to speak the truth, to observe modesty and to strengthen the ties of kinship.
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim].
Commentary:
The Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) sent letter to the then Roman emperor Heraclius calling him to the true faith Islam, so that he and his followers will be saved. Upon receipt of the Prophet's (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) letter, he rushed a courier to bring forward any man familiar with the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam).
Abu Sufyan an enemy of the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) was in the area and was brought forward to the Roman emperor Heraclius.
In above Hadith an enemy of the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) acknowledges the veracity of the Prophet's teaching, because Abu Sufyan (RadhiAllahu 'anhu) made this admission when he was a pagan.
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In course of his detailed narration about Heraclius when the latter questioned him about the teachings of the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam), he said that: He (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) told (us):
"Worship Allah alone and do not associate a thing with Him; and give up all that your ancestors said. "He (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) also commands us to perform Salat (prayers), to speak the truth, to observe modesty and to strengthen the ties of kinship.
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim].
Commentary:
The Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) sent letter to the then Roman emperor Heraclius calling him to the true faith Islam, so that he and his followers will be saved. Upon receipt of the Prophet's (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) letter, he rushed a courier to bring forward any man familiar with the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam).
Abu Sufyan an enemy of the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) was in the area and was brought forward to the Roman emperor Heraclius.
In above Hadith an enemy of the Prophet (Sallallaahu 'alaihi wasallam) acknowledges the veracity of the Prophet's teaching, because Abu Sufyan (RadhiAllahu 'anhu) made this admission when he was a pagan.
Please Share this Hadith with your relatives & friends and may Allah SWT reward you.
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