Shaykh Muhammad ‘Awwamah’s (hafizahullah) commitment to the service of Hadith
One of the Students of my Honourable Teacher; Al-'Allamatul Muhaddith, Shaykh Muhammad 'Awwamah (hafizahullah) who had visited the Shaykh (13 February 2021), to pay his respects and condolence after the demise of Shaykh's wife (may Allah raise her ranks),…
The generosity of Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) and the barakah of ten dirhams
When doing any deed, one's duty is to ensure sincerity of intention. Allah Ta'ala is the One who accepts, and grants barakah as He pleases. Hereunder is an inspiring Hadith of Rasulullah (sallallahu 'alayhi wa sallam): Sayyiduna 'Abdullah ibn 'Umar…
The actual reason for our current pitiful state
My Honourable Teacher; Al-'Allamatul Muhaddith, Shaykh Muhammad 'Awwamah (hafizahullah) often cites the following eye-opening incident from the life of Sayyiduna Abud Darda (radiyallahu'anhu). Sayyiduna Abud Darda (radiyallahu'anhu) was given the title:…
Feeling the pain of the Ummah
An essential part of the culture of Islam is for each individual to consider himself/herself as part of the same body. 1. Sayyiduna Nu’man ibn Bashir (radiyallahu ‘anhuma) reports that Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said: ‘The believers in their mutual…
No suffering goes unrewarded
Difficulty and hardship have become widespread in the world today. People are suffering in various forms throughout the globe. The simple solution for this is a ‘collective revival’ of the Sunnah of our Beloved Nabi (sallallahu’alayhi wasallam). Nevertheless,…
Love and support for ‘Ulama – Audio
Several Sahabah (radiyallahu'anhum) and those after them said: “Be an ‘Alim (scholar), or one who strives to become one, or at least one who listens (to the ‘Ulama) or one who loves (them). Do not become the fifth (one who hates them) for you will be…
Regret at the disobedience of Allah Ta’ala – Audio
We are accustomed to grieve over worldly losses. How often do we consider spiritual loss, as something worth grieving over? Our predecessors would grieve more over such loss, than worldly trials and calamities. Listen to the details here
Rush to do good deeds – Audio
Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wasallam) said in an authentic Hadith: بادروا بالأعمال فتنا كقطع الليل المظلم 'Rush towards good deeds before a time comes wherein there will be such fitnahs that will be like the portions of a dark night.' (Sahih Muslim) Here is a…
The life lines from Allah Ta’ala – Audio
From time to time Allah Ta'ala gives us 'life-lines.' These are the occasions wherein Allah Ta'ala dispenses additional mercies upon his creation. Here is a talk that I delivered on this topic. Download here
Not everything is suited for everyone
In addition to possessing knowledge, wisdom and diplomacy is important. The same tone will not be used for all. Rasulullah (sallallahu’alayhi wasallam) used various methodologies to impart knowledge; at times he would ignore the person to whom he wanted to…
Beneficial deeds for Isal Thawab
When faced with the tragedy of the death of any near or dear one, we are encouraged to engage in isal thawab; i.e, to dedicate the reward for nafl (optional) deeds to the deceased. Hereunder is a list of some suggested deeds for Isal thawab, that have been…
The 10 days of Dhul Hijjah – Audio
The first 10 days of Dhul Hijjah are the best 10 days of the year. In the Hadith, we are encouraged to increase good deeds during these days. Download my lecture on this topic here
Value the ‘Ulama – Audio
An authentic Hadith states: Allah Ta'ala will not take knowledge of Din by snatching it all at once. Rather Allah Ta'ala will take away knowledge by taking away from this Dunya the 'Ulama... (Sahih Bukhari) Download my talk on respecting and valuing the…
Ensure to only consume halal – audio
Sayyiduna Abu Hurayrah (radiyallahu'anhu) reports that Nabi (sallallahu'alayhi wasallam) said: 'A time will come wherein a man will not be bothered about the source of his income, if he is taking from halal or haram sources.' (Sahih Bukhari) Download my…
Suppressing the animalistic traits – Audio
One who does not enhance his spiritual self will eventually be dominated by his/her animalistic traits. One who reaches that stage falls in the court of Allah. Here is a series I delivered on this topic. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Download a summary of these…
Sirah of Nabi (sallallahu ‘alayhi wasallam) – Audio
This is an audio series on the Meccan era of the Sirah of Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wasallam). Topics: Sirah introduction Birth of Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wasallam) Childhood of Nabi (sallallahu 'alayhi wasallam) First wahy [revelation] Da'wah the first…
How to clean your heart – Audio
This is a talk I delivered on how to keep the heart free from ill-feelings, malice, jealousy etc. Download here
Advices for those sitting in i’tikaf – Audio
This lecture of mine, has important advices for those who intend to sit in i'tikaf. Download it here
Avail yourself for the last ten days of Ramadan – Audio
We find ourselves at the beginning of the last ten days (nights) of the month of Ramadan. Allah has special times to emit His special mercies. Continue throughout your life to do good but avail yourself for these special moments. Listen to a lecture on this…
What to do on auspicious nights – Audio
Here is a lecture I delivered on what to do on auspicious nights. Download here 5/24/19
Three advices of Moulana Abul Hasan Nadwi (rahimahullah) – Audio
Here is a talk I delivered on three advices of Moulana Abul Hasan Nadwi (rahimahullah). These three points, will result in prosperity in your Din and Dunya insha Allah. Listen to the talk here Download a summary of this talk here 17/05/19