Shaykh ‘Abdullah Sirajuddin (rahimahullah)
Shaykh ‘Abdullah Sirajuddin (rahimahullah) was the foremost teacher of my esteemed teacher, Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) and was a senior ‘Alim of Syria. In June of the year…
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Precedence Based on Age and Knowledge
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…
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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,…
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Knowledge is Of Three Types
Shaykh ‘Awwamah (hafizahullah) once explained: Knowledge is of three types: (1) Beneficial knowledge (2) Harmful knowledge (3) Knowledge that neither benefits nor harms. Among the [masnun] morning supplications…
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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),…
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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…
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The Du’a of Distress
Sayyiduna ‘Abdullah ibn ‘Abbas (radiyallahu anhuma) reports that Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) used to recite the following Du’a at the time of distress: «لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا اللهُ الْعَظِيمُ…
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The Importance of Keeping a Beard
From the Pen of ‘Allamah Binnoriy (rahimahullah): Muhaddithul ‘Asr, ‘Allamah Muhammad Yusuf Binnoriy (rahimahullah) once wrote: A sad incident occurred at the [Islamic] University of Bhawalpur, as reported…
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The Miracle of the Holy Quran and Its Eloquence
From the Pen of ‘Allamah Binnoriy (rahimahullah): Muhaddithul ‘Asr, ‘Allamah Muhammad Yusuf Binnoriy (rahimahullah) once wrote: Subhanallah! [the Quran Karim contains] such eloquence, such rhetorical majesty (balaghah), such…
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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…
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Shaytan Laughs When a Person Makes a Sound While Yawning
Sayyiduna Abu Hurayrah (radiyallahu ‘anhu) reported that Nabiy (sallallahu ‘alayhi wasallam) said: “Yawning is from Shaytan. When one of you yawns, let him suppress it as much as…
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The Dangers of Ghaflat (Negligence)
This discourse highlights how ghaflat quietly enters the heart, gradually weakening spiritual awareness. It is therefore important to remain alert and safeguard oneself from negligence before it becomes…
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Wahy (Revelation) Is Indisputable
From the Pen of ‘Allamah Binnoriy (rahimahullah): Muhaddithul ‘Asr, ‘Allamah Muhammad Yusuf Binnoriy (rahimahullah) once wrote: It is mentioned in the Hadith: “If a fly falls into a…
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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…
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Hadith Jibril
In the early days of Islam, scholars would often spend extended periods explaining a single Hadith in their lessons. This would sometimes span over several years. For instance,…
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7 Aspects Regarding the Saff for Salah
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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There Is No Bad Luck in the Month of Safar
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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Intricacies in Hadith Grading
The purpose of this discussion is to illustrate that the conclusion of a particular Muhaddith is not necessarily final. Neither can it be enforced on others in the…
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