Rabi’ul Awwal has arrived, again…
Allah Ta'ala declares, “There certainly is an example in Allah’s Messenger for he who fears Allah and the last day and remembers Allah abundantly” (Surah Al-Ahzab, verse: 21) Rasulullah (sallallahu 'alayhi wasallam) said: “He who holds firm to my Sunnah when…
Imam Baqy Ibn Makhlad (rahimahullah); A True Student
Imam Baqy ibn Makhlad al Andulusy (rahimahullah) was born in Spain and he passed away there as well. He was born in the year 201 A.H. and passed away in 276 A.H. At the age of 20 he traveled to Baghdad on foot for the sole purpose of meeting Imam Ahmad ibn…
Mustahabb (rewardable) fasts of the Year
Besides the fard (obligatory) fast of Ramadan, there are various Nafl (optional) fasts that Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wasallam) kept throughout the year. We too can make an intention of following in His foot steps this year Insha Allah. The Sahabah…
Don’t get lost in debate…!
Sometimes we get so lost in the discussion we tend to overlook other basic etiquette that is required when engaging in debate. We are often overcome with emotion and lose focus of the fact that the person we differ with is still a Muslim, or at times even an…
The Right Choice
In the fast developing world of today, a lot depends on "Making the Right Choice" Making the incorrect choice is sometimes detrimental, depending on the venture at hand. Conversely, at times one can live with its consequences or even make up for the loss.
Additional Spending on ‘Aashura Day
There are several legitimate practices in Islam that have been wrongfully deemed as incorrect. In an era of religious melt-down, we cannot afford such incorrect assertions One such practice is: Spending on one's family on the day of 'Aashura (The 10th of…
Deeds that equal the reward of Hajj
This article, among countless others, was inspired by my Beloved Father (rahimahullah). My Allah Ta'ala fill his grave with mercy. Hajj without a Visa! Since Hajj is among the most virtuous deeds in Islam, and not everyone can afford it (especially on a…
To the Seekers of the noble Hadith of Rasulullah sallallahu ‘alayhi wasallam
The following are couplets that were composed by Imam Abu Bakr Ibn Durayd (rahimahullah) in praise of Hadith Students. My Respected Teacher, Shaykhul Hadith Moulana Fadhlur Rahman A'zami (may Allah protect him) generally reads it to the students of the Hadith…
Nafl (Optional) Salah in a Vehicle
In our era of hustle and bustle, the following Sunnah of Rasulullah (sallallahu 'alayhi wasallam) is quite pertinent and appropriate: Sayyiduna Abdullah Ibn 'Umar (radiyallahu 'anhu) reports that Rasulullah (sallallahu 'alayhi wasallam) would perform (nafl)…
Death on a Friday or in Ramadan
There is a common belief that one who passes away during blessed days or months is saved from the punishment of the grave. The following discussion supports this.
Authenticity of the Du’a for the Bazar
Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alayhi wasallam) is reported to have said: “Whoever recites the following du’a after entering the bazar, will receive a million rewards, one million sins of his shall be forgiven, his rank will be raised by a million stages and (in…
Miraculous Deeds of the Pious
This my response to a question that challenges the fact that certain saints were able to achieve lots in a short span of time. It was kindly edited and initially posted by www.friendsofdeoband.com Question: I find the book Fadha’il al-A`mal [of Shaykh…
A Simple Format for ‘Ibadah on Auspicious nights
Our Beloved Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wasallam) has mentioned: "Indeed your Rabb has reserved certain special moments in time (in which He emits abundant/special mercy). Be sure to avail yourselves for these opportunities." (Majma'uz Zawaid) We are usually…
The Issue of Tawassul in Du’a
Tawassul and wasilah literally mean to make a request or supplicate through a means. It is permissible for one to request Allah Ta’ala to accept his du'a through the medium of some deeds or the rank of certain individuals as this may be closer to acceptance.…
A Day nobler than the two Eids
THE DAY OF JUMU'AH Every nation has an appointed day of celebration and worship, which they have chosen by themselves. The Jews chose Saturday as their day of worship whereas the Christians chose Sunday as theirs. However, Friday is such a day which Allah…
A Beneficial treatment for Recurring Wounds
Some people suffer from recurring wounds and sores that cease to heal. Apart from the medical treatment of such wounds, the following should also be implemented. Shaykh ‘Ali ibnul Hasan ibn Shaqiq (rahimahullah) reports that he was by Imam ‘Abdullah Ibnul…
Eid Greeting & Etiquette
When Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) emigrated from Makkah Mukarramah to Madinah Munawwarah, he learnt of the two days of festivity which the people had inherited from the time of Jahiliyyah (the pre-Islamic era). These two days of festivals were days…
The Shaytan is about to be Released!!
EQUIP YOURSELF AGAINST SHAYTAN’S ‘HEART ATTACK’! Rasulullah (sallallahu'alayhi wasallam) said, “The heart of the person who remains awake (in ibadat), desirous of attaining the promised rewards from Allah Ta’ala, during the night of Eidul Fitr and Eidul Adha…
Status of the famous Hadith on the virtues of Ramadan
This an in-depth analysis of the Famous Hadith in which our Beloved Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wasallam) described Ramadan to the Sahabah (radiyallahu 'anhum) by my Friend and Colleague: Moulana Bilal Ali of Chicago, Director of www.darulhikmah.com, Founder of…
Cure for Depression
Sayyiduna Anas bin Maalik (radiyallahu'anhu) reports that it was the noble practice of our beloved Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘Alaihi wasallam) after every Fardh Salah to place his right hand on his forehead (and in some narrations: on his head) and recite the…
The Virtue and Format of Salatut Tasbih
By Moulana Zeyad Danka The Virtues of Salatut Tasbih Salatut Tasbih is a very important and meritorious form of salah. This is evident from several Hadiths, wherein Rasulullah (sallallahu ’alayhi wasallam) emphasised on it and enjoined it as a matter of great…