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Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) says: “Undoubtedly, the obsession of the ummah with worldly matters, such as their livelihood, politics, current events, and catastrophes, has preoccupied them from the…
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Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) says: “The Muslims, until recently, were deeply attached to their scholars. However, the rug has been pulled out from under them through various deceitful…
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Each month in the Islamic calendar is a reminder of significant events from the life of our beloved Nabiy (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam). The month of Rabi’ul Akhir…
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Shaykh ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) once said: The Straight Path is the path of Knowledge and Action. In every rak‘ah of salah, a Muslim recites Surah Fatihah, which contains one…
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From the Pen of ‘Allamah Binnoriy (rahimahullah) The following is an abstract in which Muhaddithul ‘Asr, ‘Allamah Binnoriy (rahimahullah) illustrates that the Quran and the Hadith are inseparable,…
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Events in the life of Rasulullah (sallallahu ’alayhi wasallam) that occurred during the month of Rabi’ul Awwal and lessons derived therefrom The month of Rabi’ul Awwal was graced…
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Final Days in Makkah Mukarramah After receiving Nubuwwah, Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) lived for thirteen years in Makkah Mukarramah, calling the people to Islam. Many accepted his…
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The People of the Elephants and Divine Intervention The infamous invasion of Abrahah and his army into Makkah Mukarramah occured during Muharram two months before the blessed birth…
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Sayyiduna Ubayy ibn Ka’b (radiyallahu ‘anhu) reported that Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wasallam) would recite the following Surahs in Witr Salah: • Surah A’la • Surah Kafirun • Surah…
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Sayyiduna Salamah ibnul Akwa’ (radiyallahu ‘anhu) reports that Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) would commence every du’a with the following words: سُبْحانَ رَبِّيَ الْعَلِيِّ الْأَعْلى الْوَهَّاب Subhana Rabbiyal…
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Sayyiduna Abu Umamah (radiyallahu’anhu) reports that Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wasallam) passed him whilst his lips were moving. Nabiy (sallallahu ‘alayhi wasallam) enquired: “O Abu Umamah! What are you…
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Muslims will always be attached to Masjidul Aqsa, irrespective of time and events that occur. Below are seven authentic Hadiths that illustrate the great significance of Masjidul Aqsa…
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Allah Ta’ala refers to Rasulullah (sallallahu ’alayhi wasallam) in the noble Qur’an as His ‘Abd’ (His slave or bondsman). (Surah Baqara, Verse: 23 and Surah Isra, Verse: 1)…
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The Sunnah is the ideal way for all of mankind, and as Muslims, we are required to hold tightly onto the Sunnah at all times. A young Sahabiy…
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Salah is the most important injunction of Islam, and perfecting the rows (saffs) whilst standing in congregation is part of the perfection of salah. Hereunder are seven Hadiths…
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Sayyiduna Abu Hurayrah (radiyallahu ’anhu) reports that Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said, “There is no such thing as Safar [being bad].” [i.e., Safar holds no inherent ill…
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Sayyiduna Ka’b in ‘Ujrah (radiyallahu’anhu) reports that a man passed by Rasulullah (sallallahu ’alayhi wasallam). The Sahabah noted this person’s strength and vigour. They remarked: O Nabiy of…
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Lesson 16 Value for time Time is a very valuable ni’mah (bounty) of Allah Ta’ala. Time is life. To demonstrate how great a ni’mah it is to mankind,…
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With the mercy of Allah, the month of Ramadan is upon us once again. This great month is considered the “peak season” for a believer. The abundant mercy,…
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The following is an amazing incident from the life of Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wasalam) in which he successfully deters a young man from zina, and also teaches us…
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It is the utmost mercy of Allah Ta’ala that our country is blessed (and continues to be blessed) with Huffaz of the Holy Quran. The abundant Madrasahs are…
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