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The opportunity for repentance remains wide open, and regardless of the magnitude of one's transgressions, Allah stands prepared to embrace anyone who demonstrates genuine remorse. Even the Prophet (Sallallahu alaihi wa sallam), throughout his lifetime, consistently sought forgiveness from Allah and turned to Him in repentance, despite his elevated position.https://youtu.be/fjrGTo1x8Vk
By diligently perusing the instruction manual accompanying any acquired possession, individuals open themselves up to the immense pleasure and satisfaction derived from making the most of their purchases. In a similar vein, Allah, in His infinite wisdom, bestowed upon humanity the Qur'an—an eternal and profound guidebook, designed to illuminate the path of mankind throughout the ages.https://youtu.be/Z7oLqB1ltJM
The profound words of our beloved Prophet resonate with great impact: "The faith of an individual aligns with that of their companions; therefore, exercise caution in choosing your friends." (Paraphrased Hadith) This sentiment echoes across diverse cultures and languages, encapsulated by the timeless adage: "Reveal to me your companions, and I shall unveil your true essence."https://youtu.be/1Jp6Km9Ga5w
He was sandwiched while trying to fix his car but in the ambulance, the police man heard him reciting this Aya in the most beautiful melodious voice he's ever heard. Subhanallah, these where his final words in the world. Video https://youtu.be/u8zn27nlr54
Umar bin AbdulAzeez penned a letter urging the reader to embrace Taqwa, as Allah accepts and rewards only those who possess it.Videohttps://youtu.be/pWG09NdEup8Audiohttps://darulfikr.com/s/180462
Human have a very strong inclination towards fulfilling their inner desire. One who has control over his and directs it towards the pleasure of Allah would have Jannah as his abode.
Jannah is Allah's and one who obeys Him and His Messenger will definitely be admitted into it for his obedience
This is a Ramadan series about some ways that Muslims can simply follow and respond to the call of Allah as He calls in Surah Yunus
A Muslim who understands is on a worthy mission and he knows he has a bus stop but he has no idea when or how it's going to be at the bus stop. On this, he has to prepare himself because it comes suddenly.
If we must speak, then it should be what have thought first before letting the words get to the world.
When we have occasion or important personalities to meet, or even at the bear minimum feel good, we outwardly beautify ourselves and ward-off all defect that may be seen, best is to do that to our hearts.
We prepare for our stay here on earth, that's why we strive to ease things for ourselves, so what have I prepared for our eternal abode in the hereafter.
We have become accustomed to complaining about our problems and difficulties to other created beings when in reality they, themselves have problems they cannot help themselves with. Better is becoming accustomed to being patient, then complaining to Allah (Subhanahu wa ta'ala) and trusting in His plan because He is Al-Hakim - Ar-Rahim, The Most Wise - The Most Merciful.
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We have become accustomed to finding faults in others but ourselves to such an extent that we go around telling other people which in itself is a flaw. Why not becoming accustomed to digging within ourselves and understanding our own flaws, seeking Allah's forgiveness and His assistance to overpower this ego and desire. Hence the advice of Umar: 'Call yourself to account before you are called for accounting and judge yourself before your judgement comes to you.'
We have become accustomed to neglecting and overlooking the every minute Allah's blessings upon us and have attained mastery in crying over His tests upon us. Why can't we become accustomed to expressing gratitude and focusing on His blessings upon us if truly we understand His saying:لَئِن شَكَرتُم لَأَزيدَنَّكُم وَلَئِن كَفَرتُم إِنَّ عَذابي لَشَديدٌIf you are to show gratitude and express thankfulness, I surely will make increase for you. (Ibrahim 7)
Many have become accustomed to spending so much money that they need not to on things that are of no importance to them with the hope of oppressing or impressing people that may not even care. Why not invest it in a trade which Allah (Subhanahu wa ta'ala) is going to multiply it for you? "The likeness of the one who spends for the sake of Allah is like one who plants a seed that come out with seven ears, each ear having one hundred seeds, and for whosoever Allah wills, He multiplies that." (Baqara 261)
We have become accustomed to recharging our devices the moment we see the battery getting low for an hour or half. Better it would be if we become accustomed to recharging our Iman (faith) with repentance the moment we commit sins because then, the level of our Iman drops down.
Many have become accustomed to spending their presumed free time scrolling through the social media feeds. Imagine if we become accustomed to giving half that time, flipping or scrolling through the pages of beneficial books and learning new things instead?
We have become accustomed to seeking advice and professional supports from experts and specialists in various fields whenever we want to do something that relates to that field, which is really a good one, but best is first seeking Allah's guidance, then seeking supports from those experts and finally putting trust in Allah. Hence you have Istikhara as a spiritual compass.
Many have become accustomed to seeking validation and approvals of the creations of Allah (Subhanahu wa ta'ala) when instead we are supposed all to become accustomed to seeking the pleasure of Allah (Subhanahu wa ta'ala) for if He is pleased with us, then His obedient servants will also be pleased with us and we are in no need of validation from His disobedient servants.
As we have become accustomed to cleaning dirt around us or on us, better than it would be to become accustomed with cleaning the sins on us through seeking forgiveness and repenting to Allah, hence it is part of the Sunnah to at least seek forgiveness at least after obligatory every prayer.
As we have become accustomed to being extra careful and concentrative when driving to avoid accidents that may cost us our lives, better it would be becoming accustomed to being extra careful and concentrative while in our Salah, because the greatest accident for a believer is being in the grave with crooked Salah.
We have become accustomed to ignoring calls or messages that we feel are disturbing or problematic to our mental or general wellbeing. Better than that would be becoming accustomed to fighting and ignoring the whispers from inner desires that make us disobey of Allah (Subhanahu wa ta'ala) which ultimately in itself is a recipe for calamities and ultimately destruction in the hereafter.
Many have become accustomed and make it a priority to check their messages as the first thing they do in the morning expecting messages from people of importance . If only we were to do that for the Qur'an because the Qur'an is a message from Allah (Subhanahu wa ta'ala) to you and I or the ahadith of the Prophet (Sallallahu alaihi wa sallam) because he is a guide for humanity until the Day of Judgement. How would we have been? So let's become accustomed to that.
We are accustomed to quickly responding up calls from people beloved to when they call, hoping to hear good news from them. Better it would be if we become accustomed to responding to the call of Allah (Subhanahu wa ta’ala) when the Mu’adhin makes it, for we are called to Allah who is more beloved to us and Who loves us more than any creation. Hence we are called Hayya alas-salah, come to SUCCESS.
In the same manner we have become accustomed, with the advent of smart devices, holding different kinds of gadgets and using them at the regular intervals. Better it would be if we become accustomed to holding the Qur'an, opening it, reading it at regular intervals, for we would get reward for every single harf (letter) we have recited, just like the Prophet (Sallallahu alaihi wa sallam) has mentioned in an authentic narration.
In the same way we have become accustomed to always striving for success in our endeavors, Allah has given us the month of Ramadan so that we become accustomed to righteous good deeds. Perhaps we would be among those who attain TAQWA. Hence He said (Subhanahu wa ta'ala):...كُتِبَ عَلَيكُمُ الصِّيامُ كَما كُتِبَ عَلَى الَّذينَ مِن قَبلِكُم لَعَلَّكُم تَتَّقونَ...Fasting has been prescribed upon you is just as it was to the nations that came before you perhaps you may attain TAQWA.
In the same manner we have become accustomed, with the advent of smart devices, holding different kinds of gadgets and using them at the regular intervals. Better it would be if we become accustomed to holding the Qur'an, opening it, reading it at regular intervals, for we would get reward for every single harf (letter) we have recited, just like the Prophet (Sallallahu alaihi wa sallam) has mentioned in an authentic narration.
In the same way we have become accustomed to always striving for success in our endeavors, Allah has given us the month of Ramadan so that we become accustomed to righteous good deeds. Perhaps we would be among those who attain TAQWA. Hence He said (Subhanahu wa ta'ala):...كُتِبَ عَلَيكُمُ الصِّيامُ كَما كُتِبَ عَلَى الَّذينَ مِن قَبلِكُم لَعَلَّكُم تَتَّقونَ...Fasting has been prescribed upon you is just as it was to the nations that came before you perhaps you may attain TAQWA.
In this poem, you will get to hear her the Muslims health worker struggles to abide by the ethics of her religion despite the complexity of today's medical guidelines
If she would be allowed to wear her bikini or come out half naked or even naked. Why is the one who modestly dressed scorned? This anthology is dedicated to all women who struggle with the shouting of people on street just because the chose to wear their Hijabs.
Just like Allah Knows when the earth needs rain, He knows exactly when to lift away the pain. You may not know the reason, but patience He wants you to attain.... This are lines written to remind people that every test they go through does not escape the knowledge of Allah and its a means to get closer to Him.
Another source of depression is instant Gratification. The likes seem more important than the contexts. If it's lacking, a person becomes sad and ultimately leads to...
Be careful with the company you keep because they call under the category of one of these four persons.
No matter faith of a person, he must go through tests and the most painful is related to that which He loves the most. If you have not been tested with that, then expect it but keep praying that Allah makes it easy for you to bear the burden.
Our lives are proofs to our taking or heedlessness of the lessons we are taught from the narratives of the past.
As a believer, try to find peace in the first standing, then the second would be easier.
These are 10 sets of practical tips for the one who wishes to benefit most from last 10 days of Ramadan.
No one deserves to know your good deeds but the One Who controls all creation because He is The One to reward you. Why then Show-off? You do not have to speak about your obedience to anyone, One Who rewards in All-Seeing, All-Knowing.
In a booklet by one of the Scholars (Prof. Mansur Sokoto, mni), I came across a powerful comment where he mentioned 3 things that if people were ponder over them, they will make them thank Allah for the countless blessings they have that are hardly looked at and thanked for.
Everyone go through difficult times and sometimes feel the difficulties are there to stay. The moment one realises the 3 points in this short podcast, one will find comfort, inshaa Allah.
There are many things that lead to regrets. When you carefully look at all, you will realise that they fall under these 3 categories. Give us your listening ear.
We all have our names on the death list but the most scary thing is, we have no idea when, where or on what it will take us. We now have the opportunity to increase in our scale of good deeds. Do not procrastinate please.
There are different oceans in this world. People dive in to hunt for treasures, some die searching while some do not get to find anything. For a believer, there is another type of ocean that whenever he dives in, he finds joy and happiness. He always comes out victorious. Why not listen to this short podcast to know more?
Dive in through your obedience and call upon Him to be granted access to His unending treasure
We give charity, but has this thought ever entered into our minds. May Allah make it easy for us.
There are many keys that lead to success and in this short podcast, we uncovered three that many don't know.
Things will never seize to amaze you so long you are alive. Expect them and be prepared, do not let things to cloud over you effort of pleasing your Maker.m
What shapes the thought of our future generations? What moulds the character of our youth & what's their aspiration? Have we as parents fulfilled our obligations? Really, or are we subliminally a source to future destruction? In honesty, what have got as responds to these undeniable must asked questions?
We need to know the true nature of our possessions. That will make it easy for us not to give preference to them over our bonds of human relationship
Many of us find it difficult to understand that this attitude of ours is one of the gates to depression.
Let us try to understand the true source of happiness. Kindly give less than 50 seconds to this podcast so as get the benefit.
Imagine a person insulting his parents or anyone he cannot repay back a favour done to him. Now worst of it is, a person who insults Allah. A lot of people fall for that without them even realizing the gravity of what they are doing. Please learn the art of stopping that evil deed.
A true believer finds tranquility after doing what was discussed in this podcast. Give your attentive ears and benefit
In Madarijus Salikin, quoted was Sahl Ibn Abdullah by Ibn Qayyim. The quote is so powerful that it left me thinking, what kind of genius are these great pious predecessors to have a deep thought. Stopping one from two evils at a time. Just listen, you will understand my point.
Never be self conceited with your acts of Ibadaat because we are never going to do it the way it is expected from us. Perfection is something unattainable but as Muslims, we have a leeway when it comes to that. All that is required is doing in the best possible ways you can with sincerity, then it will be raised to the level of perfection.
There is today a double standard in parenting. Why do parents claim or say what they hardly do with regards to the children? Mare words without action hardly comes true. We should mean what we say by our actions.
We all have have been blessed with understanding but limit to our thinking. No matter how critical we think, some things are not fully understood because such knowledge supercede human reasoning and going deeper might make the brain to crash like a PC does. One of such thing is the discussed topic in this short podcast.
Many things that we have the perception of being difficult are actually easy. All that is required is training ourselves and suppressing our hearts and teaching it. If we are able to learn this art, we will find peace of heart.
Many we find doing much and great deeds worthy of huge reward but the destruction and its futility in the Sight of Allah started right from its commencement due to lack of proper intention while many are deeds we consider little and insignificant but their intentions alone weight more than mountains combined due to the intention.
The heart displays the level of a person's piety by way of honouring the honoured by Allah in His book and the Authenticated Prophetic narrations. So to assess your humble self, kindly listen to how the pious predecessor question themselves in this short podcast.
It's inevitable that whatever you do, people will definitely have a say. Why not do what is right and please Allah because people's pleasure is never attainable.
People behave in ways that you can relate them to one of the following Angel or Animal depending on which he chooses to control the other: INTELLECT OR DESIRE
50 thousand years before the creation of the heavens and the earth. All things have been documented by the Allah, so why try going beyond Allah's boundaries to get what had been written for you? Take things easy and just carry out His command and leave off His prohibitions.
In the same manner people today show concern over your problem, so it will be after passing away, then why do it to please them not their Creator?
Allah made people of different kind, some do things for the sake of Allah (with sincerity) while some for the sake of some worldly gain. Always do things for the sake of Allah and expect reward from Him for He will not let go, the recompense of those who do good.
We can simply login to our social media pages and accounts to delete what we think are obsolete or not too good looking while we have piles of sins in thousands counting in our books, and a few word would simply have them completely erased (Astaghfirullah wa atubu ilaih), yet we find that difficult.
This world is a place of test and every test is an opportunity to grab hold of pearls which if gathered, would grant you the best of treasure. The devil wishes that you misuse the opportunity because that's a goal to him
Never be grievous over the tests and calamities coming towards you despite of your obedience to your Lord. Understand, His test is one of two, either He wants to correct you of your mistakes or He loves you. Know that He tests those He loves the most.
This is the thirtieth episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections. When it's comes to the issue of the devil, experience or expertise does not matter because he has dealt with people more experienced than the most experienced in almost all fields. In piety, in humility, in wealth, in strength, in poverty and in evil, he has garnered all his past encounters and added to his devilish CV, so you are nothing but an ordinary person on his watch list except if you equip yourself with the discussed of this short podcast.
Allah in His infinite mercy granted a powerful gift to humans equally. He did not give preference of giving more to one over the other, even equal to that which He gave Prophets. Sadly a lot of people misuse it.
This is the twenty eighth episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections. Here, the discussed topic is a statement of Ibn Qayyim where he mentioned 3 deadly characters that serve as roots to all evil. Give yourself just 45 seconds to know them so as to fight them.
This is the twenty seventh episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections. In every creation of Allah, there are signs that only those who reflect can see and only the blessed can utilise. The Shadow analogy is one powerful one that can give a believer the true picture of this world and its materialistic deception.
This is the twenty sixth episode of powerful wake up calls for reflections. Whenever he speaks, words more expensive than gold come out from his mouth. In these are a few of words befitting of gold ink to be inscribed with. I am talking about one who even the devil fears coming close to.
This is the twenty fifth episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections. Of what use is modesty in clothing but verbally vulgar? Does that not oppose the outlook? The best option is the Prophetic advice.
This is the twenty fourth episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections. In life, if a person has the topic briefed in this episode, then serious prayer is needed for his healing because it is the deadliest disease and a mother to all evil.
This is the twenty third episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections. So many complain today by the society at large on the issue when people have neglected their responsibilities.
This is the twenty second episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections. _We involuntarily found ourselves where we now are (the world) without being consulted. We were not asked to choose when or where to be given birth to. In this same manner, we involuntarily be visited by the Angel of death..
This is the twenty first episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections. If only we would be characterised by this, the world would not have found itself in this mess. Why not give your less that a minute to benefit?
This is twentieth episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections. Think about it, if a person should be delayed or deprived of a request due to his negligence over a responsibility he is charged with. By the day many of us knowingly or unknowingly, we neglect some of our responsibilities to the our Creator and His creations, yet He never seize to provides, protects and spares our lives. That is a simple example of Allah's mercy upon us.
This is the nineteenth episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections. Everyone with sanity would believe that 5 people of substance are more important than 20 ordinary people, moreover Islam does not judge based numbers but on quality. As the world get to its end, we would see much number of evil people and that does not mean evil has been given certification.
Human will never seize to amaze you so long he takes his desire as a driver. Imagine paying a price to get punished and abandoning the best gifts ever? That is just it. Listen to the eighteenth episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections to understand the points.
This is the seventeenth episode of powerful wake up calls for reflections. People have become heedless of traits that will make them bankrupt on the day which no more business transactions can be carried out. Stay away from harming other people for it eats up good deeds or piles up evil deed.
This is the sixteenth episode of powerful wake up calls for reflections. Are you aware of the memory card or chip everyone has attached to his neck? Allah tells us this in clear wordings. Instead of stopping evil for Allah's sake, we do it for fear of people's eyes.
This is the fifteenth episode of powerful wake up calls for reflections. We continue to ask ourselves many times, why do I get this wrong, why is that not yielding any progress. Why did I fail this simple to attain success (if there is any). Answer to these questions are provided in this short podcast.
This is fourteenth episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections. We sometimes fall short and begin to habour hatred for one another. Qasim al-Ju'iy profoundly gave us 5 pointers to look at and in turn, they will help us do away with enmity that Shaitan tries to create.
This is the thirteenth episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections. We have today been blessed with tool that can save and at the same time kill depending on how we use it. Unfortunately, many people are yet to comprehend. May Allah assist us all
This is the twelfth episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections. In this, we talked about a fear that will take us to Jannah
This is the eleventh episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections. Marriage has been made to look so expensive thereby making adultery and fornication becoming so normal in this day and age.
This is the tenth episode of powerful wake up calls for reflections. A very comprehensive word has today been compacted and restricted to an insignificant portion of it.
This is the ninth episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections. Many times, we become heedless of the most important favours of Allah upon us, and complain about not things we think Allah has not given us. We forget that Allah's plans are always the best for us.
This is the eighth episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections. In this, we are reminded about the root causes of calamities we find ourselves in today.
This is the seventh episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections. We today have belittled talking behind people's back and we are quick to defending the action. Sad it is if only we think of it's gravity.
This is the sixth episode of powerful wake up calls for reflections. No human except that he has an internal destructive force that also strives to destroy him. This is what we discussed in this episode.
This is the second episode of powerful wake up calls. Here, the key point is how a lot of Muslims give importance to waking up for Fajr only in Ramadan not in other months.
This is the fifth episode of the powerful wake up calls for reflections. Here, the focal point is discussing on the medication that truly works.
This is the fourth episode of powerful wake up calls for reflections. The choice has been given to us by Allah, our actions are the determining factors.
The continuation of the powerful wake up calls for reflection. In this episode, what was briefly touched is how we become heedless of a favour many are deprived while we have been granted. The sad part is, the attitude of misusing the favour has become a norm in many.
This is the first episode of powerful wake up calls. This episode mainly is centred on one attaining his desire despite disobedience to Allah.