Shaykh Binnory’s (rahimahullah) Dislike for Fame
Hazrat Shaykh, Moulana Muhammad Yusuf Binnory (rahimahullah) had an intense dislike for fame. He closed every door and avenue that could lead to fame to the extent that…
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Get the Reply and Du’as of the Angels
In Islam, we are constantly taught to focus on our duty, irrespective of whether the next party does their part or not. We are answerable for our own…
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The Virtues of Visiting the Sick
Every community has people who fall ill. In Islam, we are encouraged to visit such people and not to neglect them. The extent of the importance of this…
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Shaykh Binnory (rahimahullah)’s Staunchness (Steadfastness) on the Truth
Shaykh Moulana Muhammad Yusuf Binnory (rahimahullah) was never lenient in religious matters. Shaykh (rahimahullah) never shied away from saying the harsh truth whenever the necessity arose. Moulana’s dignity,…
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Rectified Motives and Reformed Children
The Honourable Hadith expert of our times, Al-Muhaddith, Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) often states that the residents of Madinah Munawwarah regularly make the following du’a: اللّٰهُمَّ أَصْلِحِ النِّيَّةَ…
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Leaving for the Masjid in the State of Wudu
There are several incentives for one who does wudu at his residence before leaving for the masjid. Hereunder are two of those benefits: 1. Sayyiduna Abu Hurayrah (radiyallahu…
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The Efforts of the ‘Ulama Against the Baseless Attacks on Hadith
‘Allamah Muhammad Yusuf Binnory (rahimahullah) writes: “The deviant groups of the past made baseless objections against the noble Hadith to which the likes of Imam Abu Hanifah (rahimahullah),…
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Hadith Guidelines on Tooth-Picking
Islam lays unparalleled emphasis on oral hygiene. In addition to using the miswak at salah times, the miswak is recommended on several other occasions too. See here. The…
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Ten Deeds for Protection and Blessings in a Home/Business Premises
At times we have the opportunity of purchasing a new home or business, we become eager to start it off on the right foot. We therefore resort to…
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Muharram: Contemporary Q&A in Light of Prophetic Tradition
In this brief booklet, some important matters related to the blessed month of Muharram, and specifically the tenth of this month (‘Ashura) have been gathered. These articles are…
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Let’s Honour the Dignity of Our Marhum, “Fallen Brethren”
Undoubtedly, Allah Ta’ala has favoured the Ummah of Nabiy Muhammad (sallallahu ‘alayhi wasallam) in countless ways. Intervalled Tests From time to time Allah Ta’ala -by his wisdom- also…
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Why Is the Udhiyah/Qurbani of One Sheep Not Sufficient for the Obligation of an Entire Family?
In the recent past, there has been an article circulating electronically which has spread confusion regarding the Hanafiy position on the slaughter of one animal per eligible person…
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The Virtue of Performing Four Rak’ahs After ‘Isha
Sayyiduna ‘Abdullah ibn ‘Umar (radiyallahu ‘anhuma) and other Sahabah (radiyallahu ‘anhum) reported that Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said: “Whoever offers four rak’ahs after ‘Isha before leaving the…
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Putting the Elders First
Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) while explaining the importance of etiquette with seniors, writes: “I was once with my friend at our Madrasah Sha’baniyyah in Aleppo (may Allah Ta’ala…
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Shaykh Binnory (rahimahullah)’s Tahajjud Salah
Dr Habibullah Mukhtar Shahid (rahimahullah) writes: Despite weakness, old age and severe knee pains, (Moulana Yusuf – rahimahullah) would exert himself so much that even the young used…
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Religion Is No Joke!
As a rule, in every Muslim’s life, his religion must always be preferred over entertainment. Or else very little of Islam will remain. Adherence and reverence for one’s…
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Another Way of Respecting an ‘Alim
Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (may Allah protect him) mentioned the following incident: I once visited Mufti Mahmudul Hasan Gangohiy (rahimahullah) while he was in Madinah Munawwarah. It was after…
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Ramadan; a Divine Opportunity for Our Reformation
‘Allamah Muhammad Yusuf Al Binnory (rahimahullah) writes: “From the beginning of time, Allah Ta’ala selected the month of Ramadan as the season for abundant blessings and divine light…
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Who Should/Could Attend the Bukhariy Graduation Gatherings?
It’s a common practice in many parts of the world whereby reliable ‘Ulama that complete their lessons of Sahih Bukhariy invite the public to share in the blessings…
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Five Reasons to Sleep with Wudu
Among the many Sunnats that relate to sleeping, making wudu before going to bed is one that yields much gain. There are many incentives for practicing this sunnah…
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10 Sunnats of Eating and Drinking
We eat and drink several times a day. By implementing the sunnah of Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wasallam) we can gain maximum reward for these mundane activities. 10 Sunnats…
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