Honouring The Ranks Of The Learned and The Elderly
Shaykh 'Abdul Fattah Abu Ghuddah (rahimahullah), the teacher of Shaykh 'Awwamah (hafizahullah) writes in his book: Islamic manners on the topic of respect for seniors: Give precedence to the elderly or to dignitaries ahead of anyone else. After that, you may…
The Lesson of ‘Ashura
The fast of ‘Ashura is an example of Islam preserving the distinct identity of a Muslim. During one of Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah's (hafizahullah) journeys to Uzbekistan, which coincided with the day of ‘Ashura, he mentioned: “Rasulullah…
Quran Recitation From the Grave
On the morning of 23rd of Rabi’ul Awwal 1447 (15/09/25) Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah’ (hafizahullah) briefly spoke about one of his teachers, Shaykh Muhammad Najib Khayyatah (rahimahullah), a person whose life, was centred around the…
The Importance of Using the Hijri Calendar for Muslims
After ‘Asr Salah on Wednesday, 19 Dhul Qa’dah 1447 A.H., Shaykh ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) spoke about the importance of using the Hijri calendar for Muslims. Shaykh (hafizahullah) said: “Ahmad Taymur Pasha (rahimahullah) [born and passed away - 1348 A.H./1940 -…
Making the Most of The Blessed Month of Ramadan
At the onset of a previous Ramadan, Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith Shaykh Muhammad 'Awwamah (hafizahullah) delivered a short, yet profound message to the Muslim Ummah regarding the blessings of this month and the importance of utilizing our time in ‘Ibadah. The…
Modern Ease Demands More Work
Recently, [28 Jumadal Akhirah 1447, 18/ 12 / 2025] upon returning from the Haramayn Sharifayn to Istanbul, Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) shared a profound reflection from this journey. Shaykh (hafizahullah) said: “Among the…
Unity of Hearts in a Divided World
Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) has, on many occasions, cautioned against disunity within the Muslim Ummah, particularly among the ‘Ulama. Recently [19 Rabi'ul Awwal 1447, 11/ 09/ 2025], Shaykh (hafizahullah) spoke once again…
How to Seek the Akhirah
From the Pen of ‘Allamah Binnoriy (rahimahullah): Muhaddithul ‘Asr, ‘Allamah Muhammad Yusuf Binnoriy (rahimahullah) once wrote: When people ask, "How can Jannah be so vast?" I respond by pointing to the cosmos. Consider our galaxy alone, which astronomers say…
Understanding the Meaning of “Hayya ‘alal-Falah” and the Status of Salah in Islam
Al-‘Allamatul Muhaddith Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) on one occasion drew attention to an important phrase whose meaning has become forgotten among many of us, a phrase we repeat and hear daily, almost as a routine. Shaykh (hafizahullah) said: "We…
Rabi’ul Akhir in the Sirah
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 was selected by Allah Ta'ala for an important change in the number of rak'ahs of the Fard…
The Straight Path is the Path of Knowledge and Practice
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 of the greatest and most comprehensive du’as. This du’a is found in the concluding…
The Intrinsic Link Between the Quran Karim and Hadith Sharif
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, contrary to the ideology of Hadith rejection: There is…
Rabi’ul Awwal in the Sirah
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 with special distinction in the life of our beloved Nabiy (sallallahu 'alayhi…
Safar in the Sirah
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 call. However, the Quraysh left no stone unturned in persecuting…
Muharram in the Sirah
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 of our Nabiy (sallallahu ‘alayhi wasallam). Allah Ta'ala revealed a Surah…
A Masnun Recital for After Witr Salah
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 Ikhlas After concluding the Witr Salah, he (sallallahu ‘alayhi wasallam)…
A Beautiful Recital to Commence One’s Du’a With
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 'Aliyyil A'lal Wahhab Translation:…
A Beautiful Recitation to Attain the Reward of Constant Dhikr
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 reciting"? He replied: "I am remembering my Rabb…
7 Authentic Virtues of Masjidul Aqsa
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 in Islam. 1. The first Qiblah of Islam عن البراء رضي الله عنه، قال: «صلينا…
I Am But A Slave
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) This denotes the level of humility and humbleness in Rasulullah (sallallahu ’alayhi…
Hold On!!!
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 (radiyallahu ‘anhu) was on his way on some errand when he passed by the Messenger of Allah (sallallahu ’alayhi wa…