The Prophet’s Hajj

Posted by admin on Wednesday Jun 1, 2011 Under islamic advice

Allaah, Almighty, gave the Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) perfect moral values. He sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) therefore fulfilled all the requirements of ideal benevolence and successful leadership. People came to him with open hearts. They raced to perform the Hajj with him when they learned of his intention to perform this important pillar of Islam. Everyone wanted to accompany him and be under his banner. Thus, some one hundred thousand pilgrims performed the Hajj with him. [Muslim] They all were desirous of following his example and of having first-hand knowledge from him. The Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) left a profound impression on their souls. He sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) gave them the best guidance and for them he was an exemplary leader. In fact, he sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) was the greatest leader and inspirer the world had ever seen.

Following are just a few examples in this regard:

i)His modesty Modesty is one of the attributes of good conduct for which Allaah rewards his servants. Abu Hurayrah may Allaah be pleased with him narrated, “Allaah will elevate those who worship Him in humility.” [Ibn Maajah] Modesty in fact, was an order from Allaah to the Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ). Allaah Says (what means): “And lower your wing to the believers who follow you.” [Quran, 2:215] Thus, the Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) obeyed Allaah, and attained an unsurpassable degree of modesty. This was seen during his Hajj on different occasions: He sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) refused to receive any special treatment as he insisted on drinking from the same basin as everybody else, although people were dipping their hands into the water. “I don’t want it,” he sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) said when they offered to bring him clean water, “Give me some of the water that people are drinking.” [Al-Bukhaari] He sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) also allowed Usaamah Ibn Zayd may Allaah be pleased with him to ride behind him in public from ‘Arafah to Muzdalifah. [Muslim] He sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) stopped to listen to a woman from the public to answer her question. [Muslim] ii) His mercy During the Hajj, the Prophet’s sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) mercy for the people can be seen on many occasions: The Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) ordered those who did not offer Hady to end their state of Ihraam completely; this would permit them to have sex with their wives, to be dressed in their normal clothes, and to wear perfume. This was an act of mercy for the nation and alleviation of their burden. [Muslim] He sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) combined Asr (afternoon) and Thuhr (noon) prayers at ‘Arafah, [Al-Bukhaari], and delayed his prayers when he per-formed Ifaadhah (moved) to Muzdalifah, [Al-Bukhaari], thereby making it easier for the people to perform the rituals. Indeed it would have been difficult for the pilgrims to dismount and unpack several times. In so doing, the pilgrims were able to halt their camels and put their belongings at the same spot where they spent the night. The Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) gave permission to the weak to perform Ifaadhah, (to leave) from Muzdalifah ahead of the rest of the pilgrims at night, right after the moon had set. Thus, they were able to perform their rituals easily and comfortably on Slaughter Day before the others. [Al-Bukhaari] At the time when pilgrims went to spend the night in Mina, the Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) permitted his uncle Al-’Abbaas may Allaah be pleased with him to stay in Makkah to continue providing people with drinking water. [At-Tirmithi] Further, he sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) allowed shepherds to cast their Jimaar (pebbles) in one day instead of two after Slaughter Day. [Muslim] Being merciful to his people, the Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) would sometimes perform the rituals in a less favorable manner than they should ideally be performed. For example, he sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) performed Tawaaf on his camel back and touched the Black Stone with a stick instead of kissing it or touching it with his hand. He did not perform Tawaaf or Sa’y on foot, which would have been better because he did not want people to be turned away or get hurt in his presence. [Muslim] iii) His magnanimity The good deeds of the Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) as leader of the pilgrims during the Hajj were countless and evident for all around. Here are just few examples: The Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) was so generous in giving alms and charities, that he gave away the one hundred badanas (sacrificial camels)—including their meat, hides and coverings. [Muslim] He sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) also donated in other charities on many occasions. [Al-Bukhaari] The Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) was so kind to the weak that he mentioned them in his exhortations. [Ahmad] Committed to saving his people, the Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) invoked Allaah at ‘Arafah and Muzdalifah, to accept them and to forgive them their sins. [Ahmad] When asked by a pilgrim to invoke Allaah on his behalf, he offered a general invocation and said, “May Allaah forgive you all.” [At-Tirmithi] He sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) spoke clearly and repeatedly to the pilgrims, giving them general information but without going into details. He sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) dealt with the fundamentals of Islam, explained the grave sins and clarified some principles so that people would better understand them. [Al-Bukhaari] iv) His patience During his Hajj, the Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) showed all of the three types of patience simultaneously. He sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) was most enduring in obeying Allaah’s commands and offering sacrifices. He sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) did it in complete relaxation, tranquility and submissiveness to Allaah. [Al-Bukhaari] The Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) was a most religious, most knowledgeable and most observant of Allaah’s limits and never transgressed them. The patience and endurance he sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) exhibited when he led the pilgrims without any sign of complaint or resentment is indeed commendable. v) His responsibilities The Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) was keen on perfecting submission and surrender to Allaah, and on performing the Hajj rituals perfectly. He sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) was the leader of the pilgrims and in charge of their general unity and welfare. Additionally, he was the educator and guide of these massive crowds, teaching them good and warning them against evil. He sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) was doing his utmost to convey his message and to explain Islamic rulings in a perfect manner. vi) His leniency The Prophet’s sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) leniency during the Hajj is exemplified on different occasions: He sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) took shelter in the shade and moved between the scared sites on camel back. Had he done otherwise, it would have been difficult for the Muslims to follow his example. [Muslim] He sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) also appeared publicly during the Hajj, so pilgrims had no difficulty in following in his footsteps and asking his opinion about whatever problems they had. [Abu Daawood] He sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) made matters easier for pilgrims, and never asked them to do anything beyond their capacity, whether in performing the rituals or in leading them and shouldering the responsibility for them. [Al-Bukhaari] Moreover, he sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) did not come near the Ka’bah after the Tawaaf of arrival until he had returned from ‘Arafah, [Abu Daawood], and settled in Mina on the Days of Tashreeq. This leniency is clearly shown when he did not go to Haram until he was ready to leave Makkah. [Al-Bukhaari] Further, he sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) ordered his companions may Allaah be pleased with them to be kind to themselves. Upon seeing a man walking and leading his badana (sacrificial camel), the Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) said to him “Ride on it.” “It is a badana (a camel intended as a ritual sacrifice),” the man replied.” “Ride on it, woe to you,” the Prophet sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allaah exalt his mention ) said (woe to you) on the second or third time. [Muslim]

Sources:

http://www.islamweb.net/emainpage/index.php?page=articles&id=138395

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Allah best quotes

Posted by admin on Monday Nov 8, 2010 Under islamic advice

“Obey Allah and Allah will reward you.”

“Make sure your food is good (halaal and bought with halaal earnings), and you will be one whose prayers are answered.”

“Fear Allah wherever you may be.”

“Be content with what Allah has given you, and you will be among the richest of people.”

“Fear Allah and treat all your children fairly.”

“Help and protection are from Allah, evil whispers are from Shaytaan.”

“Among the most beloved of deeds to Allah is the one that is continuous, even if it is little.”

“Among the most beloved of speech to Allah is that a person should say, ‘Subhaan Allah wa bi hamdih (Glory and praise be to Allah)’.”

“Among the most beloved of people to Allah is the one who is most helpful.”

“Among the most beloved deed to Allah is making a Muslim happy.”

“Among the most beloved of people to Allah are those who have the best attitudes.”

“Pray to Allah and be confident of a response.”

“If Allah gives you wealth, let the blessing of Allah be seen on you.”

“If Allah sends you some provision without you looking forward to it or asking others for it, then take it.”

“If you ask Allah for anything, then ask Him for al-Firdaws (the highest level of Paradise).”

“If you hear the call to prayer, then respond to the one who is calling you to worship Allah.”

“If you hear the call to prayer, then repeat behind the caller.”

“If a man becomes angry and says ‘A^oodhu Billaah (I seek refuge with Allah),’ his anger will cease.”

“When you stand up to pray, pray as if it is your last prayer.”

“Show mercy towards those who are on earth so that the angels who are in heaven will bring mercy on you by the order of Allah.”

“Renounce pleasure in worldly things and Allah will have his acceptance on you.”

“Among the most grateful of people to Allah are those who are most grateful to other people.”

May Allah have mercy on the person who said good and was rewarded or who remained silent and was safe.

If you commit a sin, say “Astaghfir-ullah (I ask Allah for forgiveness).”

If you are given a blessing, say, “Al-Hamdu-Lillaah (praise be to Allah).”

If some disaster befalls you, say, “Innaa Lillaahi wa innaa ilayhi raaji’oon (Truly, to Allah we belong and truly, to Him we shall return).”

“Worship Allah as if you see Him.”

“Tie up (your camel) [i.e., take the necessary precautions], and put your trust in Allah.”

“The best of dhikr is ‘La ilaaha illa-llah.’”

“The good jihaad is the jihaad of the one who strives against his own self (jihaad al-nafs) for the sake of Allah.”

“Pray to Allah to keep you safe and sound.”

“Repeat often ‘Laa hawla wa laa quwwata illa billaah, it cures 99 illnesses the least of them is stress.”

The Sources

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allah backgrounds

Posted by admin on Thursday Nov 4, 2010 Under islamic advice

The term Allāh is derived from a contraction of the Arabic definite article al- “the” and ʼilāh “deity, god” to al-lāh meaning “the [sole] deity, God” (ho theos monos). Cognates of the name “Allāh” exist in other Semitic languages, including Hebrew and Aramaic.Biblical Hebrew mostly uses the plural form (but functional singular) Elohim. The corresponding Aramaic form is ʼĔlāhā אֱלָהָא in Biblical Aramaic and ʼAlâhâ ܐܰܠܳܗܳܐ in Syriac

“Allah” is the same word used by Christian and Jewish Arabs in the Bible, before Islam came

In Arabic, Allah means literally the one God.  It is pretty easy to understand how different languages give the same thing different names.  Is it that unusual to hear Muslims call God another name, like “Allah”, while you call him God or Lord?  Some people have no minds; in the last decade, a growing phenomenon was seen on the internet and in published literature

Allah is said to be the “moon god” that Arabs worshiped, and Kaaba (The Muslims holiest place on Earth) is His temple.  The evidence for this theory is the crescent that appears on the top of many mosques all over the world plus a fabricated picture of the “moon god”

i will Displaying allah backgrounds . Here you can find free high quality allah backgrounds and Islamic Pictures

References:

http://www.islam101.com

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http://www.islamtomorrow.com

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Islamic divorce

Posted by admin on Wednesday Jun 30, 2010 Under islamic advice

Islamic Divorce

 It is one of the rules heavily in Islam (Divorce)
Islamic divorce is also known as a “divorce Talaq and allows a man to divorce his wife under Islamic rules. It is also possible for a woman to divorce her husband but the husband must accept and if not then it must go through the Islamic courts.

Islamic divorce is recognized in the United Kingdom, in certain circumstances. If an Islamic divorce is conducted in the United Kingdom then it will not be valid under British law. A divorce Talaq only valid in the United Kingdom if it was conducted in a country which recognizes Talaq divorce as a method of legally binding divorce. Talaq divorce is recognized in Bangladesh and Pakistan and, therefore, if both parties to the marriage had their habitual residence or domicile in Bangladesh or Pakistan and that is where the divorce took place, it would be recognized in the United Kingdom.

Islamic divorce in Bangladesh or Pakistan will be valid only if certain conditions are met. The husband must inform the President of the Council Chamber where the couple lives and must notify the spouse. After the period of iddat, twenty-six days after the marriage, the divorce will be finalized, unless the husband has decided not to divorce his wife.

Islam allows divorce if circumstances warrant or require. Islam has allowed divorce, nor regret, nor taste to recommend it. The Prophet of Islam said,

“Among lawful things, divorce is most hated by Allah.” (Reported in the book of tradition of Abu Daud).

Islam has not made it necessary that the grounds for divorce should be made public. He, however, does not mean that Islam views divorce lightly. In fact, the publicity of reasons can be a positive consequence. The reasons may not be pronounced, but real. On the other hand, the patterns can be identified and may actually be false. Islam does not also want to wash dirty linen in public or private matters before the court, except in exceptional circumstances. It is for this reason that the Court is a last resort in the Islamic regime of separation of husband and wife.

The Quran states that ground for divorce in very general terms,

“And if you fear that the two (husband and wife i. e) may not be able to keep the limits ordained by Allah, there is no blame on either of them if she redeems herself (from the bond of marriage) .. ” (2:229)

The wife may divorce her husband if this condition is stipulated in the contract of marriage. This type of divorce is called “delegated divorce (Talaq Taffiz). Marriage may be dissolved by mutual consent. This is called Khula in the technical language of Islamic law. Marriage may be dissolved by a judicial proceeding by the court on the compliant woman on the grounds previously explained.

One of the consequences of divorce is the beginning of the waiting period for women. This usually lasts three months. If a pregnancy, it lasts as long as pregnancy. The waiting period is essentially a probationary period during which reconciliation can be attempted. It is also necessary to establish whether the woman has conceived. It also allows time to plan the future.

Keeping the woman during the waiting period is the husband. The woman can not be evicted from his place of residence and can not in any way harass. These are moral as well as criminal.

After divorce, children remain in the custody of their divorced mother. However, the father must provide the cost of maintenance of young children through the products remain under the custody of the mother. (Ref: The Family Structure in Islam .

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Islamic advice for marriage

Posted by admin on Wednesday Jun 30, 2010 Under islamic advice

Marriage in Islam
Islam considers marriage a solemn relationship between a man and a woman, based on mercy and love. More information about marriage and married life in Islam, including the court, the ceremony of marriage and the marital relationship.

Islam teaches us all things and made all the teachings of both men about their livelihood, religion, live and die, because it is the religion of Allah, may He be glorified and exalted.

Sexual relations are among the important issues of life that Islam came to explain and to prescribe the conduct and decisions that raise the level of fun and simple brute physical desire. Islam, he connects with a right intention, prayers (dhikr) and good conduct which elevator to the level of religion and the Muslim will be rewarded. The Sunnah of the Prophet (peace be upon him and hello) explains this. Imaam Ibn al-Qayyim (may Allaah have mercy on him) said in his book Zad al-Ma’ad:

“With regard to sex, the Prophet (peace be upon him and hello) brought the most perfect, where health can be preserved and people can find pleasure and enjoyment, and it can fulfill the purpose for which it was created, because sex was created for three basic objectives:

The Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and hello) said:

“O young people! Whoever among you can support a wife should marry, because it is more modest look and safer for your private parts.

(Quote of the marriage of Sahih Muslim, Sahih Bukhari)
 quote marriage of Anas bin Malik:

“A group of three men are the houses of the wives of the Prophet asking how the revered Prophet (Allah), and when they were informed about this, they considered their worship insufficient and said,” Where are we from Prophet as his past and future sins are forgiven. “Then one of them said:” I’m going to pray during the night forever. “Another said:” I will fast throughout the year and will not break the fast. “The third said:” I will take away from women and do not marry forever. ” Apostle of Allah came to them and said: “Are you the same people who said-and-so? By Allah, I am more submissive to Allah and more afraid of him than you, and yet I fast and break my fast, I sleep and I also marry women. Thus, those who do not follow my tradition in religion, not me (not one of my followers). ”
(Quote of the marriage of Sahih Bukhari, Sahih Muslim

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calamities in islam

Posted by admin on Tuesday Jun 22, 2010 Under islamic advice

 

calamities in islam
Calamities and disasters are a test, and they are a sign of Allaah’s love for a person, because they are like medicine: even though it is bitter, despite its bitterness you give it to the one whom you love – and for Allaah is the highest description.

In the saheeh hadeeth it says: “The greatest reward comes with the greatest trial. When Allaah loves a people He tests them. Whoever accepts that wins His pleasure but whoever is discontent with that earns His wrath.” Narrated by al-Tirmidhi (2396) and Ibn Maajah (4031); classed as hasan by al-Albaani in Saheeh al-Tirmidhi.

Many people are slaves to their whims and desires and are not true slaves of Allaah. They say that they are slaves of Allaah, but when they are tested they turn on their heels and lose out in this world and in the Hereafter, and that is an evident loss.
Allaah says:..
“And among mankind is he who worships Allaah as it were upon the edge (i.e. in doubt): if good befalls him, he is content therewith; but if a trial befalls him he turns back on his face (i.e. reverts to disbelief after embracing Islam). He loses both this world and the Hereafter. That is the evident loss”.. [al-Hajj 22:11]

Calamities are good for the believer in the sense that reward is stored up for him the Hereafter thereby; how can it be otherwise when he is raised in status thereby and his bad deeds are expiated?
The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “When Allaah wills good for His slave, He hastens the punishment for him in this world, and when Allaah wills ill for His slave, he withholds the punishment for his sins from him until he comes with all his sins on the Day of Resurrection.” Narrated by al-Tirmidhi (2396); classed as saheeh by al- Albaani in Saheeh al-Tirmidhi.

Al-Hasan al-Basri (may Allaah have mercy on him) said: “Do not resent the calamities that come and the disasters that occur, for perhaps in something that you dislike will be your salvation, and perhaps in something that you prefer will be your doom.”

Remember the words of the Messenger (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him):
“How wonderful is the affair of the believer, for his affairs are all good, and this applies to no one but the believer. If something good happens to him, he is thankful for it and that is good for him. If something bad happens to him, he bears it with patience and that is good for him.” (Narrated by Muslim, 2999). 
How wonderful are those moments in which a person turns to his Lord and knows that He alone is the One Who grants relief from distress. How great is the relief when it comes after hardship.
Allaah says:..
Who, when afflicted with calamity, say: ‘Truly, to Allaah we belong and truly, to Him we shall return.’

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Muslim marriage tips

Posted by admin on Wednesday Jun 16, 2010 Under islamic advice

Marriage is partnership between two people , it is not easy to make a good family you need your partner to help you that what Islam is talking about , today i am introducing to you some tips for Muslim marriage

1. Be aware of your physical appearance. No one was more aware of what the Prophet. His Sunnah reflects great attention to personal hygiene and good grooming. He stood strong and muscular. Very probably the first aspect of you that attracted your partner was your appearance, do not think that just because you’re married, the task is complete. You can not hide a weight problem in Thawbs “(dress) and long khimar (veils). Your partner knows. Be aware that you live in a society that places great importance on physical appearance. It features the beautiful woman and her muscular counterpart. Temptations that invite the non-Muslims invite Muslims. Do not allow your pet to get diverted by the likes of Raquel Welch or Arnold Schwarzenegger. Jog, join a gym, roller skating, swimming and keep fit. Insha Allah, you will be more dynamic, more radiant and more attractive to your partner.

2. Be aware of your role, but do not fall within the role play. Muslim spouses sometimes experience difficulties because they are trying to do things “by the book” without due consideration of conditions in their country. For example, converts most women are taught that the role of Muslim women is to be at home to raise her children. Supposedly, he is the man who works outdoors to keep the family. She may have read about birth control and assumes that it has no room for the Muslimah, yet it is noteworthy that the Prophet himself allowed the withdrawal. If ideal Islamic conditions prevailed, there would be no reason for a sister to worry about his financial situation interfering with her right having children. However, without an Islamic society, the need for Muslim families may resort to welfare and food stamps instead of Zakat and Sadaqah. This creates a sense of dependence and humiliation that is placed extreme stress on a marriage. In this facility, it may be useful for the Muslim couple to delay having children for the wife to work while children are young and until the couple of financial situation improves. Islam gives you this flexibility. Do not be afraid or ashamed to use it.

3. Be a companion to your partner. Try to show enthusiasm for the interests of your spouse and recreation. It is well known that the Prophet would have races with ‘Aisha. By all means try to involve your partner in your interest.

4. Be active in the life of the Islamic community. This will strengthen your commitment to Islam while ensuring that you want a healthy social outlet. Encourage your spouse to engage in activities that promote Islam. Have dinner at home for Muslims as well as non-Muslims, and do not neglect your parents. These activities will indirectly improve the quality of your marriage by expanding your circle of activity and contacts.

5. Admit your mistakes and have a pardon, generous attitude when your partner is wrong. This country is a difficult place to live in. Most Muslims within the Islamic ideal. Contradictions abound. Be quick to admit your weaknesses and work to change them. Be understanding when your partner is not up to Islamic ideals and gently try to motivate him in the right direction.

6. Have a sense of humor. Being able to laugh at life’s minor aggravations.

7. Be sensitive to the mood of your partner. If you want to share a personal achievement, not to do when your spouse is “depressed”. Wait until the right time.

8. Share household chores. Brothers, take note. This is particularly important today, when women work outside. The Prophet always helped his wives around the house and even recommended his own clothes. Who knows? You may find you actually like preparing the evening meal or taking care of junior so your wife can have the afternoon. The Messenger of Allah said: “The most perfect of believers in the faith is the best one in moral excellence, and the best among you are the kindest of you to their wives” (at- Tirmidhi).

9. Surprise each other with gifts. treat yourself to an evening away from children. There are no words to describe the lift which can lead to marriage.

10. Communicate your feelings to another, good and bad. Tell him how handsome he looks. In case of disagreement, have an open discussion. Don ‘t collect red stamps. Nip it in the bud.

11. Live within your means. Stay away from credit cards if you can. Sisters, take note. Do not envy the possessions of your friends, and belittle your husband because he can not provide them. Muslim couples will do well to stay away from ostentatious living. The Prophet did not live this way, neither should you.

12. Respect your partner’s need for privacy. A quiet time to yourself, either at home or away from home, every day can make a disagreeable person agreeable.

13. t Do not share personal problems with others. There are some exceptions to this rule, but if you must discuss personal problems, make sure it is with someone whom you trust. If you have a brother or sister Muslim learned in your community, ask him first.

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Asking Allah

Posted by admin on Monday Jun 14, 2010 Under islamic advice

Asking Allah for forgiveness , for help , for guidance ,for patience , any thing you wont you can ask from Allah but We should be conscious of how we conduct ourselves when we ask of Allah. There are a number of manners and etiquette we should take heed of.

1. We should only beseech Allah for that which is lawful and good.

We should also avoid beseeching Allah with anything that transgresses against other people. It is Allah who enjoined upon us to beseech Him in prayer, and it is Allah who says: “Do not transgress; for Allah does not love transgressors.” [S?rah al-Baqarah: 190]

2. The best supplications are those which are found in the Qur’an and Sunnah.

Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) instructed us to offer personal supplications while sitting after tashahhud at the end of our formal prayers, saying: “Then he should choose from the supplications what seem appropriate and offer those supplications.” [Sah?h al-Bukh?r? (835) and Sah?h Muslim (402)]

Another is: “O Allah! I seek refuge with You from the punishment of the grave. I seek refuge with You from the Antichrist. I seek refuge with You from the trials of life and death. O Allah! I seek Your refuge from sin and from debt.” [Sah?h al-Bukh?r? (833) and Sah?h Muslim (589)]

We should make an effort to offer the supplications which are given to us in the Qur’?n and those which Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used to recommend. These are certainly the best supplications. They guarantee us that our supplications will be correct in their meaning and lofty in purpose.

It is not necessary to recite these supplications verbatim in Arabic, especially for those who have difficulty doing so. However, it is good to offer supplications that convey the same meanings as those found in the Qur’an and Sunnah.

3. We should beseech Allah in full confidence.

We should never offer a supplication as a “test” to see if it will be answered. When we ask of Allah, call upon Allah, we are calling upon our Almighty Lord: “Verily, when He intends a thing, His Command is, ‘be’, and it is!” [S?rah Y?S?n: 82]

Allah loves it when we ask of Him and open ourselves up to His mercy and benevolence. It angers him when someone turns away from Him and disdains to ask of Him. Allah is Most-Generous, Most-Bounteous. His bounty knows no limit. Therefore, when we ask of Him, we should do so with full trust and certitude.

The more certain we are that Allah will answer us, the swifter and more certain will be the answer. It is related that prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “Ask Allah being certain that He will answer, and know that Allah will not answer the supplications of a heart which is distracted and not serious.” [Sunan al-Tirmidh? (3479)]

4. We should endeavor to derive our sustenance only from lawful means.

Sa`d b. Ab? Waqq?s once asked the Prophet: “O Messenger of Allah! Ask Allah to make me someone whose prayers are always answered.”

The Prophet (peace be upon him) replied to Sa`d: “Make sure that what you eat is pure and lawful. Then your prayers will be answered.” [Musnad al-Tabar?n? al-Awsat (6495)]

Since we wish for Allah to answer our prayers and to be with us in times of hardship and sorrow, we should show concern for how we acquire the means for the food, drink, and clothing that we provide for ourselves and our families. We should make sure that it is lawfully earned, free form fraud, bribery, usurious dealings, and injustice. Those who earn their wealth unjustly are deserving of having their supplications ignored.

5. We should not be impatient for the answer.

The Prophet (peace be upon him) assured us: “Your supplications will be answered except for one who gets impatient and says: ‘I asked Allah but he did not answer me’.” [Sah?h al-Bukh?r? (6340) and Sah?h Muslim (2735)]

If Allah wished, He could answer all of humanity’s supplications at the very moment that each supplication is uttered. However, Allah’s wisdom is infinite. He knows what we do not know. Therefore, He will surely answer us as long as we do not hasten on the answer. Instead, we should offer our supplications all the more, never despair, and never tire of doing so. We should know that we are upon what is good in our doing so, and that Allah knows all about our needs. He sees and hears all things, but He wants us to turn to Him in humility and devotion.

6. We should seek out the special times when our prayers are most likely to be answered.

These times include the hours of dawn before sunrise, the last daylight hour on Friday afternoon, the time when the preacher ascends the pulpit to deliver the Friday sermon, and the time at the end of each formal prayer before the tasl?m when we are still sitting after the tashahhud.

Another important time during our prayers for offering personal supplications is while we are in prostration. Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “The nearest a worshipper comes to his Lord is when he is prostrating. So offer supplications at this time, for you are more certain to be answered.” [Sahih Muslim]

Here we see Allah’s nearness being mentioned along with His being the Answerer of Prayers. It is due to the nearness of the worshipper to the Lord at these times that they are the best times to offer supplication.

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Allah’s forgiveness

Posted by admin on Sunday Jun 13, 2010 Under islamic advice

“Say: O Ibadi (My slaves) who have transgressed against themselves (by committing evil deeds and sins)! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah, verily Allah forgives all sins. Truly, He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful” (Quran 39:53)

Whether you are a man or a woman , whether you child or  an old man read this verses and try to fell it try to understand haw Allah is so kind , haw he is so patien , he is just giving you the chance to ask him for forgivness befor it is to late , and you can have even aminut to ask him for forgivness

In the Quran, God repeatedly reminds us that He is the Forgiving and the Merciful.

Read Quranic verses from sura Al-Furqan (Quran 25: 63-73) for a better understanding of these issue. Here is a translation of some Quranic verses and its commentary (Quran 25: 68- 70):

“Who invoke no other deity along with Allah, nor take any life which Allah has forbidden save justly; who do not commit unlawful sexual intercourse and whoso does that shall meet its penalty;
His torment shall be doubled for him on the Day of Resurrection, and he will abide in it in ignominy
Unless he repents and reaffirm his believes and does righteous works.(1) For such, Allah will change their evil deeds to good deeds.(2) Allah is Ever Forgiving, Most Compassionate.”

(1).  This is good news for those whose life has been stained with various kinds of sin in the past but who later repent and firmly decide to amend their behavior.  The present verse amounts to a proclamation of general amnesty, which for millions of sinners provided a ray of hope and prompted them to reform themselves.

The extent to which this provision of repentance saved the Arabs who were otherwise given to many a vice is evident from a number of incidents during the life of the Prophet (Peace be upon him).  Let us consider the following example, narrated by Tabari on the authority of Abu Hurayrah who said: “One night when I returned from the Prophet’s Mosque after offering Isha Prayers, I saw a woman standing outside my door. I said ‘Peace be on you’ and went into my room, closed the door, and began to offer nafl (supererogatory) Prayers.  After some time, she knocked at the door. I opened the door and asked her what she wanted.  ‘I have come to ask you a question. I committed adultery and became pregnant.  Then a baby was born and I killed him. How I have come to ask you if there is any chance that my sin be forgiven?’  I said: ‘Absolutely not’.  At this she went away grief-stricken, exclaiming: ‘Alas, this piece of beauty was created for the Hell-fire.’

“The next day, after the Fajr prayers, I narrated the whole incident to the Prophet (peace be on him).  He said: ‘How wrong an answer you gave, O Abu Hurayrah!  Have you not read those verses in the Quran: “Those who invoke no other deity along with Allah nor take the life which Allah has forbidden – save justly; who do not commit unlawful sexual intercourse – and whoso does that shall meet its penalty, his torment shall be doubled for him on the Day of Resurrection and he shall abide in it in ignominy – unless he who repents and believes and does righteous works.  For such Allah will change their evil deeds to good deeds.  Allah is Ever Forgiving, Most Compassionate.  Whosoever repents and does good, he returns to Allah in the manner he should” (Al-Furqan 25:68-70).  Upon hearing this answer from the Prophet (Peace be on him), I went out and searched for the woman.  I met her after Isha Prayers and told her what the Prophet (peace be on him) had said.  She prostrated herself and said, ‘Thanks be to God, Who has opened the door of forgiveness for me.’ Then she repented and freed a female slave and also the son of that slave.” (See Tabari, ‘Tafsir’, comments on Surah al-Furqan 25:68-70 Ed.)

(2).  This has two meanings.  One, that when a person repents and gives up his evil actions and begins to perform vitreous deed, in this new phase of life, of Faith and righteous conduct, his good deeds will replace the evil deeds of his past. Second, that as a result of his repentance, not only are the evil deeds which he committed during this period of disbelief and sinful living forgiven, but each person will be awarded for having given up a life of disbelief and transgression and for replacing it with obedience and Faith.  Moreover, for as many times as such people feel ashamed of their past evil deeds, they will be rewarded that same number of times for having asked for forgiveness from God.  Feeling ashamed of one’s sins and asking for forgiveness is, in itself, a good deed.  In this manner, all of one’s evil deeds will eventually be replaced by good deeds and one will not only be saved from punishment, but will also be amply rewarded.

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Allah’s anger

Posted by admin on Thursday Jun 10, 2010 Under islamic advice

Anger is the most danerous wompen in the man hand , it could made you to do something oful and after just amoment you will regret what you had done, anegr sometimes make people to kill each other for just a ward , all of anger but no one think of  Allah’s anger .

Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) had advised us that when angry, one should try to change his body position. changing bodily posture:when angry, sit down if standing ,and lie down if sitting. If this didn’t work, then go and wash and get prepared for praying.

When you’re angry, think of Allah. Think of Allah’s anger and punishment. Is Allah’s wrath less than your wrath? And what happens when He expresses His wrath? We humans who seek forgiveness from Allah must forgive others first. When one forgives someone else, it establishes peace and tranquility in one’s heart.

Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said : ” Allah did not send down any ailment sending sent down with it its cure. ” [Sahih al-Bukhari(5354)]
There are many remedies for the affliction of anger. We will be discussing but a few of them.

1. Seeking Refuge with Allah from Satan

Allah says: ” And if (at any time) an incitement to discord is made to thee by Satan, seek refuge in Allah. He is the One Who hears and knows all things. [Surah Fussilat: 36]

Sulayman b. Sard relates that two men were arguing in the presence of the Prophet (peace be upon him) until one of them became livid in the face and the veins in his neck stood out. The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: ” I know some words that if he were to say them, his anger would leave him. If he would say: ” Aa udhu billahi min ash-shaytan ir rajeem” Means–’ I seek refuge with Allah from Satan then he would calm down. [Sahih al-Bukhari (3108) ]

Ibn al-Qayyim observes:Anger sets itself upon the mind like a wolf sets itself upon a sheep. Satan attacks the mind more than anything else at times of anger and lust.”

2.Invoking the Remembrance of Allah

Allah says: ” Those who believe and find their hearts’ contentment in the remembrance of Allah — Only through the remembrance of Allah can the heart find peace. ” [Surah al-Ra`d: 28]
A person whose heart is content and in a state of balance because of Allah’s remembrance is as far from anger as a human heart can be.

Allah says: ” And remember Allah if you forget.” [Surah al-Kahf: 24]

Ikrimah said about this verse: ” To forget, here, means: to get angry. ” [Tafsir al-Tabari (15/226)]

3. Performing Wudu

Atiyyah al-Sa’di relates that Allah’s Messenger (peace be upon him) said: “Anger is from Satan, and Satan was created from fire. Only water will extinguish fire, so if one of you gets angry, he should perform wudu .” [Musnad Ahmad (4/226) and Sunan Abi Dawud (4784)]

Abu Said al-Khudri relates that the prophet (peace be upon him) said: ” Anger is a burning ember in the heart of a son of Adam. Do you not see the red glow of his eyes and the swelling of the veins in his neck? Therefore, whoever senses something of this coming on should go and perform wudu .” [ Musnad Ahmad (3/61), Sunan al-Tirmidhi (2191) and Mustadrak al-Hakim (4/551). Al-Tirmidhi declares it to be a good and authentic hadith ]

4. Avoiding Arguments and Keeping Silent

Ibn `Abbas relates that the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: “Teach the people and give them glad tidings. Do not make things difficult. And if you get angry, remain silent. ” [Musnad Ahmad (3/249) Musnad al-Tayalisi (2608) and al-Adab al-Mufrad (245)]

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