We Can't Forgive A Friend's Mistake

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We Can't Stand For 5 Minutes

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Faith Over Worldly Pleasures

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The Beloved Servants of Allah Such As The Sahaba e Kiraam and The Awliya e 'Izaam Attained Special Excellence Because They Prioritized Their Faith Over Worldly Pleasures. They Willingly Sacrificed Material Comforts For The Sake of Allah's Deen And, In Return, Were Granted True Honour After Leaving This World. These Noble Souls Even Renounced Luxury And The Wealth of Their Families, Choosing Instead To Embrace A Life of Simplicity And Devotion For The Sake of Almighty Allah And His Beloved Rasool ﷺ.

The Deep Devotion Of Hazrat Raabi'ah Basriyah

The Deep Devotion Of Hazrat Raabi'ah Basriyah Rahmatullahi Alaiha

It has been mentioned in Roohul Bayaan Fi Tafseeril Qur'an:

وَكَانَتْ رَابِعَةُ الْعَدَوِيَّةُ تُصَلَّى اللَّيْلَ كُلَّهُ، فَإِذَا قَرُبَ الْفَجْرُ نَامَتْ نَوْمَةً خَفِيفَةً، ثُمَّ تَقُومُ وَتَقُولُ: يَا نَفْسُ كَمْ تَنَامِينَ وَكَمْ تَقُومِينَ، يُوشِكُ أَنْ تَنَامِيَ نَوْمَةٌ لَا تَقُومِينَ مِنْهَا إِلَّا صَبِيحَةُ يَوْمِ النُّشُورِ فَكَانَ هَذَا دَأْبَهَا حَتَّى ماتت

Translation: Hazrat Raabi'ah Basriyah Rahmatullahi Alaiha would

spend the entire night in Salaah, and when the time of Fajr approached, she would sleep briefly. Upon waking, she would say: "O Nafs! How long will you sleep and how long will you remain heedless? Soon, you will sleep a slumber from which you will not awaken until the morning of Resurrection. This remained her practice until she passed away."-(Roohul Bayaan Fi Tafseeril Qur'an, Surah Furqaan, under the Verse of 64, Volume 6, Page 257/ Darul Kutbul Ilmiyah Beirut)

A Profound Lesson:

The life of Hazrat Raabi'ah Basriyah Rahmatullahi Alaiha offers a powerful reminder that the doors to divine proximity and spiritual realization are open to both men and women. Her luminous example teaches us the importance of steadfastness in worship, constant remembrance of the Hereafter, awareness of death, self-accountability, prioritizing devotion over comfort, and cherishing the value of time.

The Most Beautiful Smile

Shaykh Muhaq'qiq Says:

It Is Reported That Nabi Kareem Was Often Seen Smiling. Numerous Ahadith Mention That At Times, He Smiled So Warmly That His Blessed Premolars Became Visible.

- Madarijun Nubuw'wat

Every Monday Is Moulood Monday

The Dunya Whispers Sweet Lies

Daily Reminders

It is easy to get caught up in the shiny gratifications of this world, but let us pause and reflect: are these 'glitters' truly fulfilling, or are they distracting us from our purpose? Let us refocus our efforts and strive for our hereafter.

The Devotional Passion and Lifelong Practice of Hazrat Adi bin Haatim

The Devotional Passion and Lifelong Practice of Hazrat Adi bin Haatim RadiAllahu Anhu

In the renowned work Siyaru A'laamin Nubala by the distinguished scholar Imam Shamsuddin Muhammad bin Ahmad bin Uthman Dhahabi Alaihir Rahmah, it is narrated that Hazrat Adi bin Haatim RadiAllahu Anhu said:

ما جاء وقت الصلاةِ إِلَّا وأنا إليها بالأشواق، وما دَخَلَ وقت صلاةٍ قَطُّ إِلَّا وَأَنَا لَهَا مُسْتَعِد

Translation: Never did the time for Salaah arrive except that I was already longing for it, and never did it begin except that I was prepared for it.

On another occasion, he remarked:

مَا أَقِيمَتِ الصَّلَاةُ مُنْذُ أَسْلَمْتُ إِلَّا وَأَنَا عَلَى وُضُوءٍ

Translation: Since the day I embraced Islam, the Salaah has never been established without me being in a state of ablution.

Profound Words:

These profound words reflect a deep love for worship, constant readiness, and unwavering devotion. They remind us that Salaah is not just an obligation, but a source of inner peace and spiritual joy.

The noble Companions RadiAllahu Anhum would stay in a state of wudu and prepare for Salaah even before its time, reflecting their reverence for worship and desire for divine closeness..

One Who Remembers Death Abundantly

Ibn Abid-Dunya reported from Hazrat Hasan Radi Allahu who said, 'No Person Necessitates Upon His Heart The Continuous Remembrance of Death, Except That The World Becomes Insignificant For Him, And Everything In It Becomes Worthless To Him.' In other words, the world seems insignificant in the sight of one who remembers death abundantly.

~ Sharh us Sudoor

If Kindness Had Weight

The Deep Devotion and Spiritual Practice of Hazrat Ghaus-e-A'zam

The Deep Devotion and Spiritual Practice of Hazrat Ghaus-e-A'zam RadiAllahu Anhu

Hazrat Shaikh Abu Abdullah Muhammad bin Abul-Fath Harawi Alaihir Rahma reports:

خَدَمْتُ سَيِّدِي الشَّيْخ مُحْى الدِّينِ عَبْدَ القَادِر الجيلي رَضِيَ اللهُ عَنْهُ أَرْبَعِينَ سَنَةً، فَكَانَ في مُدَّتِهَا يُصَلَّى الصُّبْحَ بِوُضُوءِ العِشَاءِ، وَكَانَ إِذَا أَحْدَثَ جَدَّدَ فِي وَقْتِهِ وُضُوءَهُ وَصَلَّى رَكْعَتَيْن

Translation: I had the honour of serving my master, Hazrat Shaikh

Muhyuddeen Abdul Qadir Jilani RadiAllahu Anhu, for forty years. Throughout this entire period, he would consistently offer the Fajr Salaah with the same ablution performed for Isha Salaah. It was his constant habit that whenever his state of wudu was invalidated, he would immediately renew it and offer two units of voluntary Salaah.

(Bahjatul-Asraar, Page 164, Darul Kutbul Ilmiyah, Beirut)

It is also transmitted that Sayyiduna Ghaus-e-A'zam RadiAllahu Anhu used to perform one thousand units of Nafl Salaah daily.

(Tafreehul Khaatir, Page 108, Qadiri Razvi Kutub Khaanah, Lahore)

A Practical Message:

The daily practices of Sayyiduna Ghaus-e-A'zam RadiAllahu Anhu teach us to be regular in our Salaah, make Tahajjud a habit, and stay in a state of wudu as much as possible. Most importantly, they remind us that worship should not be limited to special days, it should be part of our everyday life, done with consistency, sincerity, and love.

Wish Well For Your Brother

The Sahaba e Kiraam Ridwaanullahi Ta'aala Alaihim Ajma'een always encouraged one another to strive for excellence in the love of Almighty Allah and His Beloved Rasool. When they witnessed their brothers progressing in Religious matters or worldly affairs, they did not feel envy or seek to undermine them, as unfortunately, is too common today. Instead, they made sincere Du'a for their brothers, wished to attain similar goodness themselves, and honoured and took pride in their achievements. We should learn from the lives of these exemplary personalities. True piety lies in wishing well for your brother, not in harbouring envy or jealousy.

If Prayers Left Footprints

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Where are we heading?

Skin Color or Race Don't Matter

Pearls Of The Pious

It Does Not Matter To Me Whether A Person Is White Or Black, A Freeman Or A Slave, A Non-Arab Or An Arab.

Whenever I Hear About Someone Who Is More Superior To Me In Piety And Virtue, Then I Wish I Would Have Been A Portion of His Skin.

Sayyiduna Abu Ubaidah ibn al Jar'rah Radi Allāhu Anhu

The Deep Devotion Of Hazrat Junaid Baghdaadi

The Deep Devotion Of Hazrat Junaid Baghdaadi Alaihir Rahmah

The deep devotion and spiritual discipline of Hazrat Junaid Baghdaadi Alaihir Rahmah are beautifully captured in Siyaru A'laamin Nubala, where it is recorded:

كَانَ الجُنَيْدُ يَفْتَحُ حَانُوتَهُ وَيَدْخُلُ، فَيُسْبِلُ السِّتْرَ، وَيُصَلِّي أَرْبَعَ مِائَةِ رَكْعَةٍ

Translation: Hazrat Junaid Baghdaadi Alaihir Rahmah would open his shop, go inside, draw the curtain, and offer four hundred units (rak'aats) of voluntary Salaah. After completing his worship, he would return home.

(Siyaru Alaamin Nubala, Volume 14, page 68-Mu'assasat Risaalah, Beirut)

A Practical Message:

Hazrat Junaid Baghdaadi Alaihir Rahmah was among the most distinguished saints of Islam. His practice of engaging in lengthy worship, even within his workplace, clearly shows that worldly duties do not have to obstruct spiritual growth. On the contrary, when one acts with sincerity and devotion, even daily routines can become a path to closeness with Allah Almighty. This incident teaches us the importance of balance in life. With sincerity, consistency, and time management, one can remain devoted to Allah Almighty while fulfilling worldly responsibilities. We are encouraged to develop a love for private worship, yet never neglect our duties toward family and others.

If Gradititude Glowed

Daily Reminders

In a world that moves so fast, sometimes it is good to pause and make an effort to acknowledge and appreciate the Blessings and Favors of Allah Almighty upon us, be it in the form of our Parents, health, wealth and most importantly our Imaan.

Too Tired For The Qur'an?

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It's amazing how our eyes can stay glued to a screen for hours but can't handle a few minutes of looking at the Qur'an

The Noble Devotional Practice of Sayyiduna Bilal

The Noble Devotional Practice of Hazrat Bilal RadiAllahu Anhu

Hazrat Bilal RadiAllahu Anhu, the first mu'azzin of Islam, was known for his deep devotion and spiritual consistency.

Hazrat ibne Buraidah RadiAllahu Anhu narrates:

أَصْبَحَ رَسُولُ اللهِ ﷺ فَدَعَا رَسُولُ اللهِ ﷺ بلالًا، فَقَالَ: يَا بِلالُ، بِمَ سَبَقْتَنِي إِلَى الجَنَّةِ؟ إِنِّي دَخَلْتُ الجَنَّةَ البَارِحَةَ، فَسَمِعْتُ خَشْخَشْتَكَ أَمَامِي ..... فَقَالَ بِلال: يَا رَسُولَ اللهِ ، مَا أَذَنْتُ قَطَّ إِلَّا صَلَّيْتُ رَكْعَتَيْنِ، وَمَا أَصَابَنِي حَدَثٌ قَطُّ إِلَّا تَوَضَّأَتُ عِندَهُ. فَقَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ : بِهَذَا

Translation: One morning, the Messenger of Allah awoke and called for

Hazrat Bilal RadiAllahu Anhu. He said, "O Bilal! What deed has caused you to precede me in Paradise? Last night, I entered Paradise and heard the sound of your footsteps ahead of me." With utmost humility, Hazrat Bilal RadiAllahu Anhu replied, "O Messenger of Allah, I never give the Azaan without first offering two rak'aat of Salaah, and whenever my state of wudu is broken, I immediately renew it." The Holy Prophet affirmed, "It is because of this." (Musnad Imam Ahmad Volume 38 page 148 / Mu'assasah al-Risaalah Beirut)

This narration highlights the virtue of offering two voluntary rak'aat after every ablution, a practice known as Tahiyyatul Wudu. When performed outside of the Makrooh (disliked) times, it carries immense spiritual merit. The following hadith from Saheeh Muslim further affirms its reward: "Whoever perfects his wudu and performs two rak'aat Salaah with full presence of heart and mind, Paradise becomes obligatory for him."

(Saheeh Muslim Shareef, Chapter of purification).

The Devotion And Sacrifice of Imam Husain - Part 2

The Devotion And Sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Husain RadiAllahu Anhu

We can understand how much Hazrat Sayyiduna Imam Husain RadiAllahu Anhu loved the Qur'an and Salaah from this event. On the 9th of Muharram, when there was no hope left for peace with the Yazidi army, Hazrat Imam Husain RadiAllahu Anhu asked his brother if the battle could be delayed until the next day. He wanted to spend the night worshiping Allah Almighty. He said:

لَعَلَّنَا نُصَلَّى لِرَبِّنَا هَذِهِ اللَّيْلَةَ، وَنَدْعُوهُ، وَنَسْتَغْفِرُهُ، فَإِنَّهُ يَعْلَمُ أَنَّى كُنْتُ أُحِبُّ الصَّلَاةَ لَهُ، وَتِلَاوَةَ كِتَابِهِ، وَكَثْرَةَ الدُّعَاءِ وَالاسْتِغْفَارِ

Translation: Maybe we can spend this night performing Salaah to our

Rabb, suplicating to Him, and seeking His forgiveness. He knows that I love performing Salaah to Him, reading His Book, and often asking for His forgiveness.

(Al Kaamil fit-Taareekh Volume 3 Page 415/Darul Kutbul Ilmiyah Beirut)

A Powerful Lesson:

The blessed life of Hazrat Imam Husain RadiAllahu Anhu teaches that true faith shines brightest in hardship. On the night before the Battle of Karbala, instead of preparing for the battle, he sought time for Salaah, Qur'an recitation, dua, and istighfaar, showing his deep devotion to Allah Almighty. This teaches us that worship is not only for times of ease. A true believer remains connected to Allah Almighty even in trials. Hazrat Imam Husain's (RadiAllahu Anhu) example is a timeless reminder of patience, devotion, and unwavering trust in Allah Almighty.

The Devotion And Sacrifice of Imam Husain

The Devotion And Sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Husain RadiAllahu Anhu

Hazrat Imam Husain RadiAllahu Anhu gave the greatest sacrifice on the battlefield of Karbala, along with his loyal companions, to uphold the honour and dignity of Islam. His entire life was a shining example of worship and righteous deeds. He devoted himself to Salaah, fasting, charity, hajj, and all forms of goodness.

Hazrat Ibn-e- Atheer Jazari Alaihir Rahma described Hazrat Imam Husain's noble qualities by saying:

كَانَ الْحُسَيْنُ رَضِيَ اللهُ عَنْهُ فَاضِلًا كَثِيرَ الصَّوْمِ وَالصَّلَاةِ وَالْحَقِّ وَالصَّدَقَةِ وَأَفْعَالِ الْخَيْرِ جَمِيعِهَا

Translation: Hazrat Imam Husain RadiAllahu Anhu was a man full of virtue, he fasted a lot, performed Salaah regularly, performed Hajj, gave charity, and did many good deeds.

(Usdul Ghaabah fi Ma'rifatis Sahaabah, Volume 2, Page 27/Darul Kutbul Ilmiyah, Beirut)

A Practical Message:

The blessed life of Hazrat Sayyiduna Imam Husain RadiAllahu Anhu imparts a timeless lesson: that preserving sound beliefs, remaining steadfast in worship, pursuing virtuous deeds with zeal, and seeking Allah's pleasure in all circumstances are integral to the essence of Islam. His deep commitment to Salaah, fasting, hajj, charity, and acts of goodness stands as a living model, teaching us that those who aspire to uplift Islam must first enrich their own lives with devotion, piety, and generosity.

If Our Thoughts Had Echoes

Daily Reminders

Proclaim (O dear Prophet Muhammad - peace and blessings be upon him), "I take refuge of the One who is the Lord of all mankind. The King of all mankind. The God of all mankind. From the evil of the one who instils evil thoughts in the hearts - and stays hidden. Those who instill evil thoughts into the hearts of men. Among the Jinns and Men.

- Surah An-Nas

An Even Greater Miracle

My Aala Hazrat says:

The Reality Is That No (Other) Nabi Was Granted Any Sign Or Virtue Without Its Equivalent Or A Miracle Even Greater, Being Bestowed Upon Our Nabi ﷺ, Who Is The Most Honoured Among All The Ambia Alaihimus Salaam.

In The Name of Power and Greed

Almighty Created Us To Be His Subservient Servants, To Obey Him And To Obey His Beloved Rasool ﷺ, Yet So Many Have Forgotten Their Purpose, And Sold Their Souls To Shaitaan The Cursed, In The Name of Power And Greed, Gaining Nothing Here, And Losing Everything In The Hereafter.

If Hearts Were Transparent

Daily Reminders

O People who Believe! Avoid excessive assumptions; indeed assumption sometimes becomes a sin, and do not seek faults, and do not slander one another; would any one among you like to eat the flesh of his dead brother? So you will hate that! And fear Allah; indeed Allah is Most Acceptor of Repentance, Most Merciful.

Surah Al-Hujraat, Verse 12

Unwavering Truthfulness

Shaykh Muhaq'qiq Says:

The Beloved Rasool ﷺ never hesitated for even a moment to speak the truth, nor did He ﷺ ever waver from what was right. He ﷺ was unwavering in upholding the path of righteousness and remained steadfast in establishing it.

-Madarijun Nubuw'wat

Every Monday Is Moulood Monday

If Sins Had A Scent

Daily Reminders

And do not plead on behalf of those who deceive themselves; indeed Allah does not like any treacherous, excessive sinner.

Surah An-Nisa, Verse 107

The Deep Devotion of Hazrat Abdullah bin Zubair RadiAllahu Anhuma

The Deep Devotion of Hazrat Abdullah bin Zubair RadiAllahu Anhuma

Hazrat Abdullah bin Zubair RadiAllahu Anhuma used to perform Salaah with deep concentration, humility, and utmost devotion.

Hazrat Musab bin Abdullah RadiAllahu Anhu narrates:

فَإِذَا هُوَ يُصَلِّى، فَسَقَطَتْ حَيَّةً عَلَى ابْنِهِ هَاشِمٍ، فَصَاحُوا الْحَيَّةَ الْحَيَّةَ، ثُمَّ رَمَوْهَا. فَمَا قَطَعَ صَلَاتَهُ

Translation: One day, he was engaged in Salaah when suddenly a snake fell from the ceiling near his son Hashim. The people around began shouting, A snake! A snake! They eventually managed to kill it. Yet despite the commotion and the danger, he did not break his Salaah."

(Siyaru A'laamin Nubala, Volume 3, Page 370, Mu'assasah al-Risaalah, Beirut)

Hazrat Abdus Samad bin Abdul Waarith RadiAllahu Anhu reports that someone once asked the blessed mother of him. Hazrat Asma RadiAllahu Anha, about her son. She replied:

قَوَّامُ اللَّيْلِ، صَوَّامُ النَّهَارِ، وَكَانَ يُسَمَّى حَمَامَةَ الْمَسْجِدِ

Translation: He was one who spent his nights in standing (Salaah) and his days in fasting. He was known as the pigeon of the Masjid, meaning that he spent the majority of his time within the Masjid, immersed in worship.

(Siyaru A'laamin Nubala, Volume 3, Page 367, Mu'assasah al-Risaalah, Beirut)

A Practical Message:

The worship of Hazrat Abdullah bin Zubair RadiAllahu Anhuma is a shining example for us. From his life, we learn to worship with sincerity, focus, punctuality, and firmness, to build a strong connection with the Masjid, and to trust wholly in Allah Almighty. By doing so, we gain success in both this world and the Hereafter.

What Happens In A Believer's Grave

Ibn Mandah Reported from Hazrat Abu Hurairah Radi Allahu Anhu That Rasoolullah ﷺ said, 'In his grave, the Believer will be in a green garden. His grave will be expanded to seventy cubits (for him), and it will be brightened for him like the moon on a full Moonlit Night.

~ Sharh us Sudoor

If Intentions Were Visible

Daily Reminders

.... and there is no sin upon you for what you did unknowingly in the past – however it is a sin what you do with your heart’s intention; and Allah is Oft Forgiving, Most Merciful

Surah Al-Azhab, Verse 5

The Deep Devotion of Hazrat Abdullah bin Umar Radiallahu Anhuma

The Deep Devotion of Hazrat Abdullah bin Umar Radiallahu Anhuma

It is narrated by Hazrat Naafi RadiAllahu Anhu:

كَانَ إِذَا فَاتَتْهُ صَلَاةُ الْعِشَاءِ فِي جَمَاعَةٍ أَحْيَى بَقِيَّةً لَيْلَتِهِ، وَقَالَ بِشْرُ بْنُ مُوسَى : أَحْيَى لَيْلَتَهُ.

Translation: Whenever Hazrat Abdullah bin Umar Radiallahu Anhuma missed the congregational Isha Salaah due to some reason, he would spend the rest of the night in worship. Hazrat Bishr bin Moosa Alaihir Rahma said: He would spend the entire night in worship.

Hazrat Naafi' RadiAllahu Anhu also narrated:

انَّهُ كَانَ يُحْيِي اللَّيْلَ صَلَاةً، ثُمَّ يَقُولُ: يَا نَافِعُ أَسْحَرْنَا؟ فَيَقُولُ: لَا، فَيُعَاوِدُ الصَّلَاةَ، ثُمَّ يَقُولُ: يَا نَافِعُ أَسْحَرْنَا ؟ فَيَقُولُ: نَعَمْ، فَيَقْعُدُ وَيَسْتَغْفِرُ وَيَدْعُو حَتَّى يُصْبِحَ

Translation: Hazrat Abdullah bin Umar Radiallahu Anhuma used to stay up the whole night in Salaah. Then he would ask: "O Naafi', has the time of sahar (pre-dawn) arrived? I would reply, "No." So he would resume his Salaah. After a while, he would ask again: "O Naafi', has sahar time come?" I would reply, "Yes, it has." Then he would sit down and remain engaged in istighfaar (seeking forgiveness) and dua (supplication) until the time of Fajr began. (Hilyatul-Awliya, Volume 1 Page 303-304, Darul Fikr, Beirut)

Powerful Reminder

This reminds us to value congregational Salaah. If missed due to a valid excuse, it should be followed by sincere night worship, especially before Fajr, through Salaah, istighfar, and dua.

The Devotion of Hazrat Abu Hurairah RadiAllahu Anhu

The Devotion of Hazrat Abu Hurairah RadiAllahu Anhu

Hazrat Abu Uthman Nahdi RadiAllahu Anhu said:

تَضَيَّفْتُ أَبَا هُرَيْرَةَ سَبْعًا، فَكَانَ هُوَ وَامْرَأَتُهُ وَخَادِمُهُ يَقْسِمُونَ اللَّيْلَ أَثْلَاثًا، يُصَلَّى هَذَا ثُمَّ يُوقِظُ هَذَا

Translation: "I stayed as a guest with Hazrat Abu Hurairah

RadiAllahu Anhu for seven nights. During my stay, I observed that he, his wife, and his servant would divide the night into three parts. Each of them would take a turn in worship, one would perform Salaah while the others rested, then wake the next, and so on. In this way, they would remain engaged in worship throughout the entire night."

(Al-Isaabah fi Tameezis-Sahaabah, Volume 7 Page 360, Darul Kutbul Ilmiyah, Beirut)

A Practical Message:

This narration beautifully teaches us that worship is not just a personal act, but something to be shared within the family. As Muslims, we should strive to cultivate a home environment where worship and remembrance of Allah Almighty are part of daily life. A family that supports one another in worship becomes a source of divine mercy, spiritual peace, and deep mutual love.

You're Still Feeding Your Ego

𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬

And do not contort your cheek while talking to anyone, nor boastfully walk upon the earth; indeed Allah does not like any boastful, haughty person. > Surah Luqman, Verse 18

As I Gaze At The Green Dome [Lyrics]

AS I GAZE AT THE GREEN DOME

As I Gaze At The Green Dome, Sending Salaams Upon My Nabi ﷺ,

May I Depart From This World, In The City of My Nabi ﷺ 

From The Shackles of This World, I'll Finally Be Free,

If The Angel of Death Visits Me, In The City of My Nabi ﷺ 

If His Green Dome Is To My Left, And To My Right Is Baqi,

Ecstatically I Will Depart, In The City of My Nabi ﷺ

In Siddique And Umar's Shade, Remembering Uthman And Ali,

May Hasnain Kareemain Bless Me, In The City of My Nabi ﷺ 

My Heart Is Filled With Love, Thinking of Bilal e Habashi ﷺ 

His Memories Are Still Alive, In The City of My Nabi ﷺ 

Through Ghaus, Khwaja And Raza, I Am Making This Plea,

May Death Come To Me, In The City of My Nabi ﷺ 

If This Never Happens, And If It Isn't Meant To Be,

May The Angels Transport Me, To The City of My Nabi ﷺ 

Behind The Soul of Raza, To Madina, My Soul Will Journey,

To Listen To Raza's Salaami, In The City of My Nabi ﷺ 

Through The Eyes of Mufti e Azam, Madina May I See,

May I See His Noori Radiance, In The City of My Nabi ﷺ 

In The Shade of Sayyidi Zia, To Madina May I Journey,

May I Meet Sayyidi Asjad, In The City of My Nabi ﷺ 

Deaf, Dumb And Blind, These Najdis Shall Always Be,

No Light Nor Love They Witness, In The City of My Nabi ﷺ 

Near The Soul of Sayyidi Akhtar, May The Soul of Afthab Be,

Though In Bareilly He May Dwell, He Is In The City of My Nabi ﷺ 

From Madinah To Jannat ul Firdaus

The Journey of Imam Husain Radi Allahu Anhu From Madina Munawwarah To Karbala Mu'allah, Was A Journey From Paradise To Paradise. From The Paradise On Earth, He Journeyed Towards His Martyrdom, Which Entered Him Into Jannat ul Firdaus.

The Call That Heals Hearts and Minds

My Aala Hazrat says:

All praise is due to Allah Almighty, who made the Azaan (Call To Prayer) a sign of Imaan (Faith), a source of Amaan (Refuge), Tranquillity for the hearts, a remedy for grief, and a means of attaining the pleasure of Rahmaan (The Most Compassionate).

Complete and perfect Durood and Salaams upon that noble personality, whose Remembrance, Allah Almighty Exalted with honour, and whose rank He has exalted, so much so that every Khutbah (Sermon) and every Azaan is adorned with His Remembrance.

What Counts On The Last Day

Pearls Of The Pious

On the Last Day, a person whose happiness never led him to sin, and whose anger never turned him away from what is right, will be counted among the pious.

The Devotion of Hazrat Abdullah bin Abbas RadiAllahu Anhuma

The Devotion of Hazrat Abdullah bin Abbas RadiAllahu Anhuma

Describing the deep love and passion for worship of Hazrat Abdullah bin Abbas RadiAllahu Anhuma, Hazrat Abdullah bin Abi Mulaikah RadiAllahu Anhu said:

صَحِبْتُ ابْنَ عَبَّاسٍ رَضِيَ اللهُ تَعَالَى عَنْهُ مِنْ مَكَّةَ إِلَى الْمَدِينَةِ، فَكَانَ إِذَا نَزَلَ قَامَ شَطْرَ اللَّيْلِ، قَالَ: فَسَأَلَهُ أَيُّوبُ: كَيْفَ كَانَتْ قِرَاءَتُهُ؟ قَالَ: قَرَأْ: (وَجَاءَتْ سَكْرَةً الْمَوْتِ بِالْحَقِّ ذَلِكَ مَا كُنْتَ مِنْهُ تَحِيدُ، فَجَعَلَ يُرَتِّلُ وَيُكْثِرُ فِي ذَاكُمُ النَّشِيج

Translation: "I once travelled with Ibne Abbas RadiAllahu Anhuma from Makkah Mukarramah to Madinah Munawwarah. Whenever we stopped for the night, he would spend half the night in worship. His student, Ayyoob, once asked me, How was his recitation during the night? I replied, He would recite the verse: وَجَاءَتْ سَكْرَةُ الْمَوْتِ بِالْحَقِّ ذَلِكَ مَا كُنتَ مِنْهُ تَحِيدُ

"And the hardship of death came with the truth; "This is what you were escaping from!." (Surah Qaaf 50:19) He would recite it slowly in stages, with deep emotion, and he wept for a long time while doing so."

(Hilyatul-Awliya, Volume 1, Page 327, Darul-Fikr, Beirut)

A Lesson in Spiritual Training:

This incident is not merely a historical narration, it serves as a complete and timeless lesson in spiritual development for us. It teaches the importance of consistent worship, standing in Salaah during the night, maintaining a strong connection with the Qur'an and Sunnah, cultivating the fear of Allah Almighty, remembering death, and seeking knowledge from righteous scholars. These are the true essence of our religion, and we must strive to bring them alive in our daily lives..

Have Sincere Intentions

𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬

O People who Believe! Fear Allah, and be with the truthful. > Surah At-Tawba Verse 119

Allāh's Love

Daily Reminders

Proclaim (O dear Prophet Muhammad – peace and blessings be upon him), “O my slaves, who have wronged themselves, do not lose hope in Allah’s ﷻ mercy; indeed Allah ﷻ forgives all sins; indeed He only is the Oft Forgiving, the Most Merciful.

Surah Az-Zumar Verse 53

The Devotion to Worship and Passion for Qur'an

The Devotion to Worship and Passion for Qur'an

Recitation of Hazrat Uthman-e-Ghani RadiAllahu Anhu

Leader of the believers, Hazrat Sayyiduna Uthman-e-Ghani RadiAllahu Anhu was deeply devoted to worship, fasting by day and engaging in Salaah and Qur'an recitation by night.

It is narrated from Hazrat Zubair bin Abdullah RadiAllahu Anhu:

كَانَ عُثْمَانُ يَصُومُ الدَّهْرَ، وَيَقُومُ اللَّيْلَ إِلَّا هَجْعَةً مِنْ أَوَّلِهِ

Translation: Hazrat Uthman RadiAllahu Anhu would fast perpetually and spend his nights in Salaah, sleeping only for a brief portion in the early part of the night.

(Musannaf Ibn Abi Shaibah, Volume. 3, Page. 296, Maktabah Rahmaaniyah, Lahore)

Hazrat Abdur-Rahman bin Uthman Taimi RadiAllahu Anhu said:

قُمْتُ خَلْفَ الْمَقَامِ أُصَلَّى، وَأَنَا أُرِيدُ أَنْ لَا يَغْلِبَنِي عَلَيْهِ أَحَدٌ تِلْكَ اللَّيْلَةَ، فَإِذَا رَجُلٌ مِنْ خَلْفِي يَغْمِزُنِي، فَلَمْ أَلْتَفِتْ إِلَيْهِ، ثُمَّ غَمَزَنِي فَالْتَفَتْ، فَإِذَا هُوَ عُثْمَانُ بْنُ عَفَّانَ. فَتَنَخَيْتُ، فَتَقَدَّمَ، فَقَرَأَ الْقُرْآنَ كُلَّهُ فِي رَكْعَةٍ، ثُمَّ انْصَرَفَ

Translation: I stood behind the Maqaam-e-Ibrahim to offer Salaah, intending that no one else should stand there that night. Suddenly, someone nudged me from behind, but I did not turn around. He nudged me again, so I turned and saw that it was Hazrat Uthman bin Affaan RadiAllahu Anhu. I stepped aside, and he moved forward. He then recited the entire Qur'an in a single rak'at and completed his Salaah.

(Musannaf Ibn Abi Shaybah, Volume. 3, Page. 119, Maktabah Rahmaaniyah, Lahore)

A Practical Message:

Hazrat Uthman-e-Ghani Radi Allahu Anhu devoted his days and nights to worship and Qur'an recitation. Sadly, many homes today lack this blessing. Let us follow his example and make the Qur'an a part of our daily lives along with other acts of worship. 

May Allah Almighty grant us the ability to do so. Aameen

Remember Allah

𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬

Those who accepted faith and whose hearts gain solace from the remembrance of Allah; pay heed! Only in the remembrance of Allah is the solace of hearts!

Surah Ar-Rad Verse 28

The Deep Devotion of Sayyiduna Umar in Worship

The Deep Devotion of Hazrat Umar RadiAllahu Anhu in Worship

Hazrat Sayyiduna Umar Farooq RadiAllahu Anhu was deeply devoted to worship. Nightly Salaah was his regular practice, and Salaah was the solace of his soul. Every act of devotion he performed with profound humility, full presence of heart, and utmost sincerity. Therefore Hazrat Zaid bin Aslam RadiAllahu Anhu states:

كَانَ عُمَرُ بْنُ الْخَطَّابِ يُصَلِّى مِنَ اللَّيْلِ مَا شَاءَ اللهُ أَنْ يُصَلِّي، حَتَّى إِذَا كَانَ مِنْ آخِرِ اللَّيْلِ أَيْقَظَ أَهْلَهُ لِلصَّلَاةِ، وَيَقُولُ لَهُمْ: الصَّلَاةِ الصَّلَاةَ، وَيَتْلُو هَذِهِ الْآيَةَ: وَأْمُرْ أَهْلَكَ بِالصَّلَواةِ وَاصْطَبِرْ عَلَيْهَا لَا نَسْأَلُكَ رِزْقًا نَحْنُ نَرْزُقُكَ وَالْعَاقِبَةُ لِلتَّقْوَىٰ

Translation: The leader of the believers, Hazrat Sayyiduna Umar Farooq Radi Allahu Anhu would remain engaged in the night Salaah for as long as Allah Almighty willed. In the final part of the night, he would awaken his family with a heartfelt call:

"Salaah! Salaah!" Then he would recite the verse of the Holy Qur'an:"And command your household to establish Salaah, and yourself be steadfast in it; we do not ask any sustenance from you; we will provide you sustenance; and the excellent result is for piety. (Surah Ta-Ha 20:132)

(Shuabul Imaan Volume 3 Page 127/Darul Kutbul Ilmiyah Beirut)

Practical Messages

This narration reminds us that Salaah is not just a personal duty, it is the spiritual foundation of every home and community. A household leader is not merely a provider of material needs, but a guardian of faith and values. Hazrat Umar Radiallahu Anhu taught by example: practicing what he preached, gently awakening his family for Salaah, reminding them with love, and reciting the Qur'an to touch their hearts. This is the Prophetic way, filled with wisdom, compassion, and sincerity. May Allah Almighty grant us and our families steadfastness in Salaah. Aameen. 

The Epitome of Patience and Perseverance

Sayyiduna Imam Zainul Aabideen Radi Allahu Anhu Was The Epitome of Patience And Perseverance. A Personality Who Never Smiled After The Tragedy At Karbala, But His Generosity Brought Smiles To The Lips of The Downtrodden.

The Deep Devotion of Hazrat Abu Bakr RadiAllahu Anhu in Worship

The Deep Devotion of Hazrat Abu Bakr RadiAllahu Anhu in Worship

Hazrat Sayyiduna Abu Bakr Siddique RadiAllahu Anhu was deeply devoted to worship, performing each act with remarkable reverence, humility, and sincerity. He was particularly mindful in Salaah, ensuring that it was offered with complete concentration and stillness. Hazrat Sahl bin Saa'd RadiAllahu Anhu reports:

كَانَ أَبُو بَكْرٍ لَا يَلْتَفِتُ فِي صَلَاتِهِ

Translation: Hazrat Abu Bakr Radiallahu Anhu would remain completely focused during Salaah, never allowing his gaze to wander.

(Kitaab Fazaailus Sahaabah, Volume 1, Page 207)

Hazrat Mujaahid Alaihir Rahma narrates:

كَانَ ابْنُ الزُّبَيْرِ إِذَا قَامَ فِي الصَّلَاةِ كَأَنَّهُ عُودٌ لَا يَتَحَرَّكُ، وَحَدَّثَ أَنَّ أَبَا بَكْرٍ كَانَ كَذلِكَ، قَالَ: وَكَانَ يُقال: ذَاكَ الخُشُوعُ فِي الصَّلَاةِ

Translation: Hazrat Ibne Zubair RadiAllahu Anhu stood for Salaah, he would become so still that he appeared like a motionless wooden post. He would say that Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddique RadiAllahu Anhu used to perform Salaah in the same manner. This, he explained, is the essence of khushu (inner reverence) and khudu (outward humility) in Salaah.

(Sunan Al Kubra lil Baihaqi, Volume 3, Page 75, Chapter of Salaah)

Are We Only Muslims Online?

𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬

O People who Believe! Seek help from patience and prayer; indeed Allah is with those who patiently endure

- Surah Baqarah Verse 153

Mistakes Into Motivation

Shaykh Muhaq'qiq Says:

Nabi ﷺ always praised people when they did something good. He ﷺ would consistently encourage them, support their efforts, and strengthen their resolve. If someone made a mistake or fell into error, He ﷺ would correct them and advise them to refrain from engaging in wrongful or corrupt actions.

- Madarijun Nubuw'wat

Every Monday Is Moulood Monday

The City Of The Beloved [Lyrics]

THE CITY OF THE BELOVED

صلى الله عليه وسلم

Heaven Is Indeed, In The City of The Beloved The Sinners Are Freed, In The City of The Beloved

If With Sincerity You Feed, In The City of The Beloved Salvation Is Guaranteed, In The City of The Beloved

Hamza Is The Noble Shaheed, In The City of The Beloved Martyrdom Was His Grand Deed, In The City of The Beloved

In Raza's Name We Do Plead, In The City of The Beloved As Na'at e Nabi, We All Read, In The City of The Beloved

As The Najdis Try To Mislead, In The City of The Beloved The Kalaams of Raza We Will Read, In The City of The Beloved

In Akhtar's Shade Always Proceed, In The City of The Beloved This Is What My Zia Decreed, In The City of The Beloved

Absorbed Is Asjad Indeed, In The City of The Beloved With Ghaus o Khwaja, He Does Proceed, In The City of The Beloved

Hold Firmly To Your Sunni Creed, In The City of The Beloved Let Not The Wahabis Succeed, In The City of The Beloved

Abstain From Malice And Greed, In The City of The Beloved To The Advice of The Saints' Heed, In The City of The Beloved

In Your Heart, Plant The Virtuous Seed, In The City of The Beloved From Sin You Will Be Freed, In The City of The Beloved繳

Always Ask Mustafa To Intercede, In The City of The Beloved For His Intercession, Always Plead, In The City of The Beloved

Afthab Has No Other Need, In The City of The Beloved Mustafa Is His True Need, In The City of The Beloved

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Penned by Mufti Afthab Cassim Sahib Qibla, Durban South Africa. 

13/07/2025

The Condition of the Holy Prophet ﷺ During Salaah

The Condition of the Holy Prophet ﷺ During Salaah

Hazrat Abdullah bin Shikhkheer RadiAllahu Anhu describes how the Holy Prophet ﷺ performed his Salaah:

رَأَيْتُ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ يُصَلَّى، وَفِي صَدْرِهِ أَزِيزٌ كَازِيزِ الرَّحَى مِنَ البُكَاءِ، صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ

Translation: One time, I saw the Messenger of Allah ﷺ performing Salaah, and from his blessed chest came a sound like the bubbling of a boiling pot because He ﷺ Shareef) was weeping deeply.

(Abu Dawood

Key Lessons from the Hadith Shareef:

Salaah is not merely a series of physical actions; its true spirit lies in heartfelt presence, reverence for Allah Almighty, and deep humility. This narration highlights the spiritual depth of the Holy Prophet's worship, marked by a tender heart and a profound connection with Allah Almighty, serving as a perfect model for us to follow. It teaches us that the most meaningful Salaah is one performed with sincerity, humility, and heartfelt supplication. We should therefore strive to make our Salaah like those of the Holy Prophet,not limited to outward rituals, but filled with inner focus, fear of Allah Almighty, and true devotion. Such Salaah protects us from sin and draws us nearer to our Creator.

The Beloved Prophet ﷺ And His Love For Salaah

The Beloved Prophet ﷺ And His Love For Salaah

Our Beloved Prophet ﷺ had a deep and abiding love for Salaah. He described it as "the coolness of my eyes."

(Mu'jam-e-Kabeer)

Whenever the time for Salaah approached, He ﷺ would say to Hazrat Bilal RadiAllahu Anhu: "O Bilal, arise and bring us comfort through Salaah." (Abu Dawood Shareef)

A Call to Reflect and Act

These sacred words teach us that a true believer should not view Salaah as a burden or an obligation to be endured, but rather as a source of inner peace, a means of salvation, and a pathway to nearness with Allah Almighty. A Muslim should make Salaah the very center of their life. Upon hearing the Adhaan, one should set aside worldly engagements and turn wholeheartedly toward Salaah, seeking in it both tranquility and divine connection.

Remember Death 20 Times Every Day

It has been reported that someone asked, 'Ya Rasoolullah ﷺ! Will anyone else be raised alongside the martyrs (Shuhada)?' He ﷺ replied, 'Yes, the one who remembers death twenty times in a (single) day and night.'

~ Sharhus Sudoor

Are Your Good Deeds Actually Counting

Words Of Wisdom From The Companions رَضِيَ اللَّهُ عَنْهُمْ

Every good deed should be done solely for the sake of Allah Almighty. If performed to please others or gain worldly benefit, it becomes Riya (showing off) and is rejected by Allah Almighty. The reward is then left to the one for whom it was done, resulting in neither worldly benefit nor reward in the Hereafter.

Therefore, Hazrat Abul-Aaliyah Alaihir Rahmah said:

اجْتَمَعَ إِلَى أَصْحَابُ مُحَمَّدٍ فَقَالُوا : يَا أَبَا العَالِيَة، لَا تَعْمَلْ عَمَلًا تُرِيدُ بِهِ غَيْرَ الله، فَيَجْعَلَ الله ثَوَابَكَ عَلَى مَنْ أَرَدْتَ وَيَا أَبَا العَالِيَة، لَا تَتَّكِلْ عَلَى غَيْرِ الله، فَيَكِلْكَ اللَّهُ إِلَىٰ مَنْ تَوَكَّلْتَ عَلَيْهِ

Translation: Some of the noble Companions of the Messenger of Allah once visited me and offered this sincere advice:

O Abul-Aaliyah! Never perform any deed to seek the approval of anyone other than Allah Almighty. If you do, Allah Almighty will leave you to seek your reward from the one for whom you did that deed. And never place your trust in anyone besides Allah Almighty. If you do. Allah Almighty will leave you dependent on the one you relied upon." (Al-Ikhlaas Wan-Niyyah)