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Just as the bride’s adornment finds meaning only when it reaches the one it was meant for, so too do the actions of a believer find their worth when they arrive at Allah Ta‘ala with sincerity. Without that, the applause of the world is noise which is loud, fleeting and ultimately empty. Uswatulmuslimah.co.za

The Only Audience That Matters https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ig8hl5yeUKPJwHScT6Obaa On her wedding day, the bride stands adorned with care. Every detail has been attended to: the garment chosen with deliberation, the jewellery placed just so, the effort of hours visible in her appearance. The women of the household admire her as they enter. Compliments follow one after another and the room hums with approval. Yet beneath all of this praise lies a quiet, uncomfortable question: what if the one person for whom she prepared herself, her husband, remains unmoved? What if he offers no smile, no admiration, no pleasure? At that moment, all the praise of the guests begins to feel strangely hollow. Not because their words are false, but because they are secondary. The true audience was always one and the purpose of the adornment was never the crowd. It must be made clear that Allah Ta‘ala is far above any comparison to His creation. He is not like people, nor are His pleasure and displeasure like human emotions. Allah Ta‘ala Himself declares, “There is nothing whatsoever like Him.” (Surah Shuraa v11) No example can ever describe Him and every analogy has limits. These examples are not meant to compare Allah Ta‘ala to creation, but to help the human mind grasp a simple lesson: when an action is done for a particular purpose, and that purpose is missed, the action loses its real value. For the believer, the purpose behind every deed is Allah Ta‘ala’s pleasure, not because He needs our actions, but because our success depends on them being accepted. Life itself unfolds in the same way. Every deed has an audience. Every effort has a direction, whether consciously chosen or quietly assumed. The question is not merely what is being done, but for whom. A person may cook for their family, spending hours in the kitchen, perfecting flavours, arranging plates beautifully. If the intention is to be seen as skilled, praised as generous, admired as thoughtful, then the deed ends where the praise ends. But when the intention is Allah Ta‘ala’s pleasure (fulfilling responsibility, bringing ease to others, earning reward through service) the same meal becomes worship. The stove turns into a place of ‘ibaadah and the exhaustion carries weight in the Hereafter. A woman may pour herself into her home, ensuring it is orderly, welcoming and beautiful. She may dress with care, manage the household with precision and go to great lengths to appear composed before relatives and guests. Compliments are offered: “Your home is always so neat.” “You manage everything so well.” Yet if all of this effort is driven by comparison, reputation or the fear of being spoken about, it becomes a tiring performance. The heart remains on edge, always adjusting itself to the expectations of others. But when the same efforts are rooted in Allah Ta‘ala’s pleasure (maintaining the home as a trust, serving the family as an act of devotion, seeking reward for patience and sacrifice) then even the most unseen tasks gain weight. The quiet moments, unnoticed by people, are known to the One who never overlooks. Even acts that appear religious are not exempt. Charity given for praise is devoid of its essence. Knowledge sought for debate becomes a burden rather than a light. ‘Ibaadah performed to be noticed becomes performance, not devotion. When the One for whom the act was meant is not pleased, what remains? Therefore, Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) has mentioned, “Actions are based on the intentions (with which they are carried out).” (Saheeh Bukhaari #1) This is why intention stands at the centre of a believer’s life as a compass. It quietly answers every question of direction: Why am I doing this? Who am I trying to please? Where does this end? When Allah Ta‘ala is the first consideration, everything finds its proper place. Praise from people becomes incidental, not essential; and criticism loses its power to break a person. The heart settles, because it knows its true audience has never been absent.

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Udhiya (Qurbani) What is Udhiya? 'Udhiya' is an Arabic word meaning "blood sacrifice", and 'Qurbani' is an Urdu and Persian word derived from the Arabic word "Qurban" which literally means an act performed to seek Allah Ta'ala's pleasure. It is technically used for the sacrifice of an animal slaughtered for the sake of Allah Ta'ala. The sacrifice of an animal has always been a recognised form of worship in many religions, but in the 'Shariah' (Islamic sacred law) of The Last and Final Messenger of Allah Ta'ala (Peace be upon him) the sacrifice of an animal has been recognised as a form of ibadah (worship) during the three days of the month Zul Hijjah, namely the 10th, 11th, and 12th . This is to commemorate the unparalleled sacrifice offered by the Prophet Sayyidna Ibrahim, Alayhi Salam, when he, in pursuance to a command of Allah Ta'ala conveyed to him in a dream, prepared himself to slaughter his beloved son, Sayyidna Isma'il, Alayhi Salam, and actually intended to do so, but Allah Ta'ala the Almighty, after testing his submission, sent down a sheep and saved his son from the logical fate of slaughter. It is from that incident that the sacrifice of an animal became an obligatory duty to be performed by every Muslim who has the means to do it. On who is it obligatory? Qurbani is Wajib (obligatory) on every Muslim who is Of sound mind - mature (has reached the age of puberty), Muqeem (i.e. he is not a Shari traveller) Possesses the amount of 612,36 grams of silver or wealth equivalent to that value which is in excess of one's basic needs and debts on any of the three days of Qurbani. It is not necessary that this amount be in one's possession for a complete lunar year. (please do consult your local Islamic Scholars for more details and exact value in your local currency) What the Quran and Hadith says: Allah Ta'ala Ta'ala, The Most Wise says: " It is not their meat nor their blood that reaches Allâh, it is your piety that reaches Him. Indeed He has subjected them (animals) to you so that you may glorify Allah for guiding you, and give glad tidings to those who excel in good. " (Quran-22:37) The Noble Messenger of Allah Ta'ala(Peace be upon him) is reported to have said: There is nothing dearer to Allah Ta'ala during the days of Qurbani than the sacrificing of animals. The sacrificed animal shall come on the Day of Judgment with its horns, hair, and hooves (to be weighed). The sacrifice is accepted by Allah before the blood falls on the ground. Therefore sacrifice with an open and happy heart . (Tirmizi, Ibn Majah) Zayd lbn Arqam Radhiyallaahu Anhu relates that the Companions Radhiyallaahu Anhum queried, "O Rasoolullah Sallallaahu Alayhi Wa Sallam, What is Qurbani?" He replied, " It is the Sunnah of your father lbraheem Alayhis Salaam ." They again asked, "What benefit do we derive from it?" He answered, " A reward for every hair (of the sacrificed animal). " "And (what reward is there for animals with) wool, O' Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam)?" they asked. "A reward", he said, " for every fibre of the wool. " (Ibne Majah) When a person slaughters a Qurbani animal, he is forgiven at the fall of the first drop of blood, and verily, the animal shall be brought forward on the Day of Judgment with its blood, meat, limbs, etc. and shall be increased in weight seventy times, and then placed on the scale of deeds . (Kanzul Ummal) " Whoever has the capacity to sacrifice and does not do so, should not come to the place where the Eid prayer is offered. " (Hadith-Ibn Majah). Therefore if you have the means to do Qurbani, do not ignore this important part of Deen. There are many more details that relate to Qurbani which we have not covered in this brief article. For a detailed article on the Laws & Virtues of Udhiya (Qurbani) please visit: http://eislaminfo.blogspot.com/2010/10/qurbaniudhiyya.html --- --- For more articles go to www.islaaminfo.org No Copyright. Please feel free to share with others.

🕋 Virtues of Hajj 🕋 (Part 2) Bismillahir Rahmaanir Raheem https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaBaK63CxoAmzBbOex02/101 The Day of Arafaat The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said, “There is no day on which Allah frees servants of His from the Fire more than [those freed on] the Day of `Arafat. And, verily, He draws near and then proudly speaks about them [i.e. the pilgrims] before the angels, saying, ‘What do these seek?’” (Muslim) Abdullah ibn Amr reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Verily, Allah Almighty boasts to his angels of the pilgrims on the afternoon of the day of Arafat, saying: Look at my servants, coming to me disheveled and dusty.” Musnad Aḥmad 7049 | Grade: Sahih The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said, ‘There is no day on which Allah frees people from the Fire more so than on the day of Arafah. He comes close to those (people standing on ’Arafah), and then He revels before His Angels saying, ‘What are these people seeking.” (Tirmidhee). As for you staying till the evening in Arafah, then Allah descends to the sky of the Duniya and He boasts about you to the Angels, and says: ‘My slaves have come to Me, looking rough, from every deep valley hoping for My mercy, so if your sins were equivalent to the amount of sand or the drops of rain or like the foam on the sea I will forgive them. So go forth My slaves! Having forgiveness and for what or who you have interceded for.’ (Reported by at-Tabarani in his book “al-Kabeer” and by al-Bazaar. (Hassan)) 🔥 Warning for those who do not perform Haj when they have the means to. 🔥 Ibn Abbas Radiyallahu Anhu says: “Whosoever has sufficient means to perform Haj and does not do so, or has enough wealth making Zakah obligatory on him, and he does not give it, he shall surely, at the time of death, beg to be sent back to the world” [Tirmizi] Allah's Messenger (Peace be upon Him) said: “He who is not prevented from performing the pilgrimage by an obvious necessity, a tyrannical ruler, or a disease which confines him at home, and dies without having performed the pilgrimage, may die if he wishes as a Jew, or if he wishes as a Christian.” (Tirmidhi, Hadith 2535 and Darimi) The Prophet (Peace be upon Him) said: “Whoever intends to perform the Hajj should hasten to it; for one could get sick, his mount could be lost, or he could face poverty and need.” [Saheeh Al-Jaami'] It was narrated from Abu Sa’id al-Khudri that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: “Allah says: ‘A person whose body I make healthy and to whom I grant ample provision but five years go by and he does not come to Me is indeed deprived.’” (Narrated by Abu Ya’la, 2/304; al-Bayhaqi, 5/262) --- For more articles go to www.islaaminfo.org No Copyright. Please feel free to share with others. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said “Whoever guides someone to goodness will have a reward like one who did it.” (Sahih Muslim 1893) Islaaminfo www.islaaminfo.com “And keep reminding, because reminding benefits the believers.” (51:55) Join us on telegram http://T.me/islaaminfo

🕋 Virtues of Hajj 🕋 (Part 1) https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaBaK63CxoAmzBbOex02/101 Bismillahir Rahmaanir Raheem Allaah, the Most High, said: “ And proclaim to the people the Hajj [pilgrimage]; they will come to you on foot and on every lean camel; they will come from every distant [mountain] pass.” (al-Hajj: 27) Ibn Umar (radiyallaahu ‘anhumaa) said that Allaah’s Messenger (salallaahu `alaihi wassallam) said: “Islaam is built upon five: To testify that none has the right of worship except Allaah and that Muhammad is the Messenger of Allaah; to establish the Salaah; to pay the Zakaah; to perform Hajj and to fast the month of Ramadaan.” (Bukhaaree, no. 8. Muslim, no. 16) The Prophet Muhammed (Peace be upon Him) said: " He who came to this House (the Ka’bah) (with the intention in performing Hajj) without speaking or committing indecencies, would return (free from sin) as on the day his mother bore him. ” (Muslim, 2/3129) The Prophet Muhammed (Peace be upon Him) said that: “ An accepted Hajj has no reward except Paradise.” [Sahih-al-Bukhari & Sahih-al-Muslim] The Prophet (Peace be upon Him) was asked: "Which deed is the best?" He (ﷺ) replied, "Faith in Allah and His Messenger." Then he was asked: "What is next?" He replied, "Jihad (holy fighting) in the Cause of Allah." Then he was asked, "What is after that?" He (ﷺ) replied, " Hajj Mabrur (an accepted pilgrimage) ." The Messenger of Allah (Peace be upon Him) said, “( The performance of) ‘Umrah is an expiation for the sins committed between it and the previous ‘Umrah; and the reward of Hajj Mabrur (i.e., one accepted) is nothing but Jannah.” (Bukhari and Muslim) The Prophet (Peace be upon Him) said, ‘ Follow up the Hajj and Umrah, because they certainly remove poverty and sins as fire separates the impurities from iron, gold and silver.’ (Tirmidhi, Ibne Khuzaimah, Ibne Hibbaan) The Prophet (Peace be upon Him) said, ‘ Follow up between the Hajj and Umrah, because certainly succession between the two of them increases the life span and dispels poverty and sins as fire removes impurities. ’ (Baihaqi) The Prophet (Peace be upon Him) said: “O Amr! Do you not know that embracing Islam washes away all sins committed before it (during disbelief). And that migration (Hijrah) washes away all sins committed before it. And that Haj wipes out all sins committed before it” .[Muslim] The Prophet Muhammad (Peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: “ When you meet anyone who has performed Hajj, greet him, shake hands with him, and beseech him to pray for the forgiveness of your sins before he reaches his home, because he is in the state that decision of forgiveness has been taken for him. ” (Musnad Ahmed) The Prophet (Peace be upon Him) said: " The pilgrims of the Hajj and ‘Umrah are the guests of Allah; and when they supplicate to Him, He answers their supplication; and when they ask for His forgiveness, He forgives them." [Ibn Maajah] The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “ O Allah, forgive the pilgrims and those for whom the pilgrims seek forgiveness .” Source: al-Mu’jam al-Awsaṭ 8818, Hasan (fair) according to Ibn Hajar Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “ A pilgrim never raises his voice answering the call of Allah (talbiyah) but that he is given glad tidings, and a pilgrim never raises his voice in exalting Allah (takbir) but that he is given glad tidings. ” It was said, “O Messenger of Allah, of Paradise?” The Prophet said, “ Yes .” Source: al-Mu’jam al-Kabīr 7987 --- For more articles go to www.islaaminfo.org No Copyright. Please feel free to share with others. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: “ Whoever guides someone to goodness will have a reward like one who did it.” (Sahih Muslim 1893) Islaaminfo www.islaaminfo.com "And keep reminding, because reminding benefits the believers." (51:55) Join us on telegram http://T.me/islaaminfo

📌Preserve ties of kinship Maintaining the ties of kinship is from the best of deeds due to the saying of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him): “Whoever would like his provision to be increased and his lifespan to be extended, let him maintain the ties of kinship.” [Bukhari] --- --- For more articles go to www.islaaminfo.org No Copyright. Please feel free to share with others. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said “Whoever guides someone to goodness will have a reward like one who did it.” (Sahih Muslim 1893) Islaaminfo www.islaaminfo.com “And keep reminding, because reminding benefits the believers.” (51:55) Join us on telegram http://T.me/islaaminfo Join us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/islaam.info/

🗓️The first 10 days of Zul-Hijjah🕋 Bismillahir Rahmaanir Raheem By His wisdom, Allah Ta’ala gave preference to some places and times over others. For Muslims, Friday is the best day of the week, Ramadan is the best month of the year, “Laylat al-Qadr” is the best night in Ramadan, the day of “Arafah” is the best day of the year. Likewise the first ten days of the month of “Zul-Hijjah” are the blessed days for Muslims. On the merits of the first ten days, Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) is reported to have said: “There are no days in which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these ten days.” The people asked, “Not even Jihad for the sake of Allah?” He said: “Not even Jihad for the sake of Allah, except in the case of a man who went out to fight, giving himself and his wealth up for the cause, and came back with nothing.” (Al-Bukhari) Rasulullah Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam said, “On no days is the worship of Allah desired more than in the (first) ten days of Zul Hijjah. The fast of each of these days is equal to the fast of a whole year, and the worship of each of these nights is equal to the worship of Laylatul Qadr.” (Tirmizi, Ibne Mãjah) ⌛Fasting the first 9 days The mother of the believers, Hafsah Radiyallaahu anhaa reports that Rasulullah Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam used to fast the (first) nine days of Zul Hijjah. (Nasã’ee, Ahmad, Aboo Dãwood) The Messenger of Allah, Sallallaahu Alayhi Wa Sallam, has said, “One fast during these days is equal to the fasting of one complete year, and the worship of one night during this period is equal to the worship of Lailatul-Qadr.” (Tirmizi) 🕰️Fasting on the day of Arafat Rasulullah Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam was asked about the fast on the day of Arafat. He said, “It compensates for the (minor) sins of the past and the coming year.” (Muslim, Tirmizi, Ibne Mãjah) Abu Hurairah stated, “The Messenger of Allaah (sallallaahu'alaihi wa sallam) forbade fasting on the day of Arafah for one who is actually at 'Arafah.” [This is related by Ahmad, Abu Dawud, an-Nasa'i, and Ibn Majah] At-Tirmidhi comments: “The scholars prefer that the day of 'Arafah be fasted unless one is actually at 'Arafah.” 💬Takbeer Rasoolullah Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam said, “No days are as weighty with Allah and so liked by Him for good deeds than the first ten days of Zul Hijjah. So on these days increasingly read Subhãnallah, Lã ilãha illallãh, Alhamdulillah and Allahu Akbar.” (Musnad Ahmad) It is Sunnah to say Takbeer (“Allaahu akbar”), Tahmeed (“Al-hamdu Lillaah”), Tahleel (“La ilaha ill-Allaah”) and Tasbeeh (“Subhaan Allaah”) during the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah, and to say it loudly in the mosque, the home, the street and every place where it is permitted to remember Allaah and mention His name out loud, as an act of worship and as a proclamation of the greatness of Allaah, may He be exalted. Men should recite these phrases out loud, and women should recite them quietly. The Prophet said: “The best supplication is that of the Day of Arafah, and the best thing that I and other Prophets before me said, is: La ilaha illa allahu wahdahu la sharika lah, lahu al-mulku wa lahu al-hamdu wa huwa ala kulli shai’in qadeer (There is no Allah Ta’ala but Allah alone. He has no partners. To Him belong the sovereignty and all praise. He has power over all things.)” (Al-Tirmidhi) 📍Here are some tips so we can all make the most of these blessed days: 📌Read the Quran: Reading the Qur’an is a good deed and Allah (Subhaanahu WaTa'ala) especially loves the good deeds done in these days. Read as much as you can, even if it is a few verses each day. 📌Increase in Nawaafil Prayers There are a number of extra prayers you can observe during the day to increase your worship and good deeds. 📌Repent to Allah Ta'ala Make a sincere repentance to Allah Ta’ala and promise Him that you will not do bad deeds again. This may be your last chance. You are not sure if you will live till next year. 📌Give in charity Give in charity in these blessed days, as much as you can.

The Traveller What would you think of someone who goes for Umrah on a one-week trip, and while there buys a car, clothes, a house, groceries… He even takes dollars with him and never exchanges them into the local currency. We would think something is wrong with that person — right? This is what many of us do in this worldly life. We become so busy with dunya that we lose focus on its reality and forget the everlasting life of the Hereafter. The Messenger of Allah ﷺ once passed through the marketplace and came across a dead goat with cut ears. Holding it by the ear, he asked: “Who would like to have this for one dirham?” The people replied that they would not take it even if it were free. He ﷺ then asked: “Would you like it if it were yours?” They replied that even if it were alive they would not want it because of its defect — so how could they want it now that it was dead? The Messenger of Allah ﷺ then said: “This worldly life is more insignificant in the sight of Allah than this dead goat is in your sight.” (Sahih Muslim) A man once asked the Prophet ﷺ: “O Messenger of Allah, direct me to an act which, if I do it, will cause Allah to love me and people to love me.” He ﷺ replied: “Be indifferent to the world and Allah will love you; be indifferent to what people possess and they will love you.” (Sunan Ibn Majah) The Messenger of Allah ﷺ also said: “The example of this world compared to the Hereafter is like what one of you gets when he dips his finger into the sea — let him see what it returns with.” (Sahih Muslim) Abdullah ibn Mas‘ud رضي الله عنه reported that the Messenger of Allah ﷺ once slept on a straw mat and rose with marks on his body. Ibn Mas‘ud said: “O Messenger of Allah, should we not spread soft bedding for you?” He ﷺ replied: “What have I to do with the world? I am like a traveler who rests under the shade of a tree, then leaves it and moves on.” (Jami‘ at-Tirmidhi) Al-Hasan al-Basri رحمه الله would often say: “O youth! Seek the Hereafter, for we often see people pursuing the Hereafter and attaining it along with the dunya, but we have never seen anyone pursue the dunya and attain both it and the Hereafter.” Umar ibn al-Khattab رضي الله عنه once passed by a garbage dump and stopped. His companions disliked the smell, so he said: “This is your world that you are so eager for and over which you weep.” Allah Ta‘ala says in the Qur’an: “Brief is the enjoyment of this world, whereas the Hereafter is better for those who are mindful of Allah.” (Qur’an 4:77) “And they rejoice in the worldly life, while the worldly life is not, compared to the Hereafter, except brief enjoyment.” (Qur’an 13:26) “But you prefer the life of this world, although the Hereafter is better and more enduring.” (Qur’an 87:16–17) “And this worldly life is nothing but amusement and play. Indeed, the home of the Hereafter is the real life, if only they knew.” (Qur’an 29:64) This does not mean that we reject the world completely, live miserly lives, or isolate ourselves. Rather, the point is not to lose focus. We should prioritize and invest our time and energy in preparing for the Hereafter while responsibly living in this world. May Allah Ta‘ala make our focus the Hereafter and guide us to work for it. Ameen. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ For more articles: islaaminfo.org No copyright — feel free to share. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: “Whoever guides someone to goodness will have a reward like the one who did it.” (Sahih Muslim 1893) Islaaminfo “And keep reminding, for indeed reminding benefits the believers.” (51:55) Join us on Telegram: t.me/islaaminfo

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⏳In Death is Lifes Most Powerful Lessons⌛ https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaBaK63CxoAmzBbOex02 It happens every day. Often we know of the person who has fallen into its clutches and at times we don’t! Most view it merely as a cycle of life which is inevitable, as a result they fail to heed the message it delivers. Our pious predecessors used to say that if a person cannot learn a lesson from the Janaazah that leaves before him then nothing in life would teach him a lesson for this is by far life’s greatest and most powerful lesson. This is nothing but the lesson of DEATH that we are talking about here which is delivered more frequently these days than before. Once a pilot of the air force narrated a personal experience of a lifetime: one that shook his imagination to the core and transformed his subsequent behaviour in life completely. He recounted: "On a routine flight, the engine of my aircraft developed some complications which I was unable to locate and correct. Frantic messages to the control tower were not proving too helpful. Very soon the plane was accelerating towards the ground in a deathly nose-dive. I got frightingly convinced that my very few moments of life were fast ticking away. As death was staring at me with horribly lustful eyes, I could see the `performance' of my life flashing across my mind in those very last few seconds of my survival. I was a terrified and an ashamed witness to my own misdeeds. I could see no one around to soothe and comfort me---none of those assuring and reassuring heroes, friends, and relatives who used to help avoid the discomforting question of death and its consequences. The ordeal was terrible; the chances of survival nil! It was a new life for me when I was miraculously survived the crash: It was incredible indeed. I forced my way out of the cockpit with some minor injuries and the most important message I could possibly learn: Life is too precious to be wasted in the meaningless pursuits of self-gratification. Thereafter, my attitude has undergone a complete transformation. Now I try to make sure that I learn about the Religion of Allah Ta’ala as much as I can and practise it sincerely. I hope my Gracious Creator forgives my shameful past when my unavoidable day of meeting Him would suddenly arrive." All of us may not experience a near-death before the real one. We do, however, receive enough reminders of death in the news of the departure of others. There are only two options with us: either to sincerely prepare for the ultimate by submitting to the Message of Allah Ta’ala or to avoid contemplating the idea of death until it actually arrives. The consequence of the first choice will be lasting happiness in the future; the second option may result in an uncertain pleasure in the present existence, but will result in a definite disaster in the next one. The choice is ours! We can view death as merely a cycle of life and let it have no impact on our lives or we can view it in the way it is meant to- more than a cycle of life, a message that no matter who we are or what our worldly successes and achievements and accomplishments are, one day it will all come to an end, sometimes even abruptly without a warning! Death would render all our worldly achievements and successes invalid and bring us to the harsh reality of what a truly meaningful life in the sight of our Creator Allah Ta’ala is! The Qur’aan and hadeeth are replete with this warning. Suratut Takaasur does a fine job at delivering this message even clearer! Are the countless Janaazas before our eyes not empirical enough or do we require more to prove this? Can we still live life with the attitude of wanton of a teenager when death and its most powerful message is all around us? _____ For more articles go to www.islaaminfo.org No Copyright. Please feel free to share with others. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said “ *Whoever guides someone to goodness will have a reward like one who did it.”* (Sahih Muslim 1893)

🌙 Loyal in Life and Death 🌙 🔗 https://chat.whatsapp.com/FR2ZIAZMd0o4xxjc7QsOkP Sayyiduna Sa’d bin Rabee’ (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) was a distinguished Sahaabi of Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam). He belonged to the Khazraj tribe of Madeenah Munawwarah and was among those who pledged allegiance during the pledge of ‘Aqabah. Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) also appointed him as one of the twelve leaders of the Ansaar. (Usdul Ghaabah vol. 2, pg. 293) When the Muhaajireen arrived in Madeenah, Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) established bonds of brotherhood among the Sahaabah. He paired Sayyiduna Sa’d bin Rabee’ (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) with Sayyiduna ‘Abdur Rahmaan bin ‘Auf (radhiyallahu ‘anhu). Sayyiduna Sa’d (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) displayed extraordinary generosity and said: “I am among the wealthiest of the Ansaar. I will divide my wealth between us. I have two wives—choose whichever you prefer, and I will divorce her. When her ‘iddah ends, you may marry her. Also choose whichever of my two gardens you wish.” Sayyiduna ‘Abdur Rahmaan bin ‘Auf (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) replied: “May Allah bless you in your family and wealth. I have no need for that. I did not accept Islam for this. Show me the marketplace so I may earn through my own effort.” (Saheeh Bukhaari #2048, #2049, #3781) A few years later, during the Battle of Uhud, Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) said: “Who will bring me news of Sa’d bin Rabee’? I saw twelve spears aimed at him.” A Sahaabi went searching and found him among the martyrs, severely wounded with around seventy injuries. Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) had instructed: “If you see him, convey my salaams.” Upon hearing this, Sayyiduna Sa’d (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) replied: “Convey my salaam to Rasulullah ﷺ and say: May Allah reward you on our behalf with the best reward given to a Nabi for his Ummah. I perceive the fragrance of Jannah!” He then said: “There is no excuse before Allah for any of you if harm reaches Rasulullah ﷺ while even one of you remains alive.” Shortly after, he passed away. Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) said: “May Allah have mercy on him. He wished well for Allah and His Messenger in life and death.” (Muwatta Imaam Maalik #1691, Mustadrak Haakim #4906) Sayyiduna Sa’d (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) left behind two daughters. On one occasion, Sayyiduna Abu Bakr (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) said: “He was a man better than both of us… a man who prepared his place in Jannah while we remained.” (Tabraani, Mustadrak Haakim) 📖 Lessons: 1️⃣ True loyalty to Allah and His Messenger means sacrificing what we love most. 2️⃣ The Sahaabah sacrificed everything for Deen. Their suffering was temporary, but their reward is eternal. 3️⃣ Sincere sacrifice earns the pleasure and du‘aa of Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam). 📚 Source: Uswatulmuslimah.co.za 🔗 More articles: www.islaaminfo.org 📢 No Copyright — Please share The Prophet ﷺ said: “Whoever guides someone to goodness will have a reward like the one who did it.” (Sahih Muslim 1893) 📲 Join us: http://T.me/islaaminfo

🌍 The Worthlessness of this World⁠ Sayyiduna Mustawrid bin Shaddaad (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) reports that he heard Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) mention: “ By Allah! The (shortness of the life of this) world, compared to the (eternal life of the) Aakhirah, is like the example of one of you dipping this finger of his into the water of the ocean (saying this, Rasulullah [sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam] indicated to his index finger). (On removing the finger from the water,) he should look at how much water remains on it (i.e. the miniscule amount of water that remains on the finger is like the life of the dunya, which is absolutely insignificant compared to the vastness of the ocean which is like the life of the Aakhirah). ” 📖 (Saheeh Muslim #7197) If a person has to submerge his finger into the ocean and thereafter remove it from the water, he will find that only a very small amount of water will remain on his finger, equivalent to perhaps one or two drops at most. Such is the minuteness of a drop of water (0.05ml) that it takes 20 000 drops of water to fill just one litre! In comparison to this insignificant amount of water is the vast water of the ocean. It is said that the ocean covers approximately 70% of the earth’s surface, and though the exact amount of water in the ocean cannot be accurately calculated, the ocean is approximated to contain 1.336 sextillion litres of water. If one million is one with six zeros written after it, then one sextillion is one with twenty-one zeros written after it! It should be borne in mind that the example in the abovementioned hadeeth is merely for the sake of highlighting the insignificance and worthlessness of this dunya in comparison to the vastness and greatness of the Aakhirah. Hence, the reality is that the vastness and greatness of the Aakhirah, compared to the dunya, is even greater than the vastness of the ocean compared to a drop of water. When we ponder over this hadeeth, we realize that the purpose of this hadeeth is to create the enthusiasm and yearning in our hearts to strive for the Aakhirah and the magnificent bounties of Jannah. If a person spends his entire life caught up in the rat race, hankering after the dunya and pining after the latest phones, best holidays, and most palatial homes, then even if he acquires all that he aspired for, it will be like a paltry drop of water. On the contrary, if a person strives for the Hereafter, by ensuring that he fulfils the rights owed to Allah Ta‘ala at all times (such as salaah, fasting, etc.) as well as the rights owed to people (e.g. serving one’s parents, etc), and he also refrains from all sins and causing harm to people, then though he may live a short life, in this concise period he will earn bounties even more vast than the ocean. Whenever we are bedazzled by the dunya, and become entranced by its glitter and glamour, then we should bring this hadeeth to mind. We should remind ourselves that the dunya that we are pining for is not even a drop in the ocean compared to what Allah Ta‘ala has in store for us in the Hereafter. Insha-Allah, if we think in this way, we will begin to acquire the quality of zuhd (disinterest in the dunya), and this will assist us to refrain from the sin of israaf (extravagance and wastefulness), and will also assist us to inculcate the sunnah of simplicity in our lives. 🤲 May Allah Ta‘ala bless us to truly understand the worthlessness of this world, and may He create the true yearning for the Aakhirah in our hearts, aameen 📚 For more articles go to www.islaaminfo.org⁠ No Copyright. Please feel free to share with others. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: “ Whoever guides someone to goodness will have a reward like one who did it.” 📖 (Sahih Muslim 1893) Islaaminfo www.islaaminfo.com⁠� "And keep reminding, because reminding benefits the believers." (51:55) 📲 Join us on telegram http://T.me/islaaminfo⁠�

12) Don’t be just friends It is common in the West for parents to consider their children as friends. In Islaam, it doesn’t work that way. If you have ever heard how friends talk to each other, then you will know that this is not how a parent-child relationship should be. You are the parents, and they should respect you, and this is what you should be teaching them. The friendship part should be limited to you and them keeping an open dialog so they can share their concerns with you and ask you questions when they have any. 13) Pray with them Involve them in acts of worship. When they are young, let them see you in Salaah. Soon, they would be trying to imitate you. Wake them up for Fajr and pray as a family. Talk to them about the rewards of Salaah so that it doesn’t feel like a burden to them. 14) Emphasize the permissible It is not always good to only say, “This is haraam, that is haraam”. While you must educate them on what are haraam things, Islaam is full of halaal; tell your children to thank Allah (the Almighty) for the bounties He has bestowed on them—not just for food and clothes. Tell them to be thankful for having eyes that see, ears that hear, arms and legs and, the ultimate blessing, Islaam in their hearts. 15) Set an example As parents, you are the best example children can have. If you talk to your parents rudely, expect your children to do the same to you. If you are disrespectful to others, your children will follow too. Islaam is filled with Divine advice on the best ways to bring up your children. That makes it an obligation upon parents to be good Muslims so their children will try to emulate them. If you don’t take Islaam seriously, neither will your children. It goes back to our third point, which is to give them Islamic heroes. As a parent, you should be their number one hero. 🌐 For more articles: www.islaaminfo.org⁠ No Copyright — Please feel free to share with others. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: “Whoever guides someone to goodness will have a reward like one who did it.” (Sahih Muslim 1893) Islaaminfo www.islaaminfo.com⁠ “And keep reminding, because reminding benefits the believers.” (51:55) 📲 Join us on Telegram: http://T.me/islaaminfo⁠�

🧩 15 TIPS TO RAISING GREAT CHILDREN 🚲 https://chat.whatsapp.com/H2lGJfL9gyJCI8OSZKQaZG⁠ Children are easily influenced by their surroundings. These days, it is extremely difficult to expose our children to an ideal Islamic environment given the influences from media, friends and even other members of the family. With television, radio, Internet and forms of media mostly touting un-Islamic values, it is up to parents and adults close to the children to set the correct example. It is impossible to shield our children from all the negative forces that can shape their minds and, ultimately, their behavior. However, by our own example and showing them better options, we can set them on the true path, which is to obey the commandments of Allah Ta’ala and the Messenger (may Allah’s peace and blessings be upon him). Here are some tips you may want to follow in helping your children grow up with Islamic values: 1) Start by teaching them the importance of Worshipping only Allah The best thing any Muslim parent could ever teach their children is to emphasize, from the day they can comprehend, that Allah (the Almighty) is One and no one is worthy of worship except Allah (the Almighty). This is the fundamental message of our Prophet (may Allah’s peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) and it is our key to Paradise. 2) Treat them kindly Kindness begets kindness. If we are kind to our children, they in turn will show kindness to others. Our Nabi (may Allah’s peace and blessings be upon him) was the best example in being kind to children. 3) Give them examples of Muslim heroes Instead of Batman or Superman, tell them about real heroes such as Abu Bakr, ‘Umar ibn al-Khattab, Uthman ibn ‘Affan, ‘Ali bin Abi Talib and others. Tell them how Muslim leaders brought a real peaceful change in the world and won the hearts of Muslims and non-Muslims alike. 4) Let children sit with adults It is preferable for children to be among adults, especially when listening to Islamic lectures. The Messenger (may Allah’s peace and blessings be upon him) would often put children in the front row when he spoke to the people. 5) Make them feel important Consult them in family matters. Let them feel they are important members of the family and have a part to play in the growth and well being of the family. 6) Go out as a family Take family trips rather than allowing your children to always go out only with their friends. Let your children be around family and friends from whom you want them to pick up their values. Always remember that your children will become who they are around with most of the time. So, watch their company and above all give them YOUR company. 7) Praise them Praise is a powerful tool with children, especially in front of others. Children feel a sense of pride when their parents’ praise them and will be keen to perform other good deeds. However, praise must be limited to Islamic deeds and deeds of moral value. 8) Avoid humiliation Similarly, do not humiliate them in front of others. Children make mistakes. Sometimes, these mistakes occur in their efforts to please the parents. If you are unhappy with your children, tell them in private. 9) Sports The Messenger (may Allah’s peace and blessings be upon him) encouraged sports such as swimming, running and horse riding. Other sports that build character and physical strength are also recommended, as long as the children maintain their Islamic identity, wear appropriate clothes and do not engage in unnecessary mixing. 10) Responsibility Have faith in their abilities to perform tasks. Give them chores to do in line with their age. Convince them that they are performing an important function and you will find them eager to help you out again. 11) Don’t spoil them Children are easily spoiled. If they receive everything they ask for, they will expect you to oblige on every occasion. Be wise in what you buy for them. Avoid extravagance and unnecessary luxuries. Take them to an orphanage or poor area of your city once in a while so they can see how privileged they are.

Both spouses should enjoy the particular option chosen and distractions should be kept to a minimum. 7️⃣Express Feelings Often This is probably a very “Western” concept and one that some people may have difficulty fulfilling, but it is important to be open and honest about one’s feelings, both positive and negative. The lines of communication should always be open and any concerns should be brought to the attention of the other spouse as soon as they arise. The rationale of this is that what begins as a simple concern may grow into a major problem if it is not addressed quickly and properly. The “silent treatment” has never been the remedy for anything. 8️⃣Admit to Mistakes and ask for Forgiveness Just as we ask Allah Ta'ala to forgive us when we make mistakes, we should also do the same with our spouses. The stronger person is the one who can admit when he or she is wrong, request pardon from the other, and work hard to improve his/her aspects that are in need of change. When a person is unwilling to do this, there will be little growth and development in the marriage. 9️⃣Never Bring up Mistakes of the Past It can be very hurting for another person to be reminded of past mistakes. In Islam, it is generally not recommended to dwell on the past. One may remember errors that were made so that they are not repeated, but this should not be done excessively. Certainly, as humans, we are not in the position to judge another person. Advice may be given, but not in a harmful manner. 🔟Surprise Each Other at Times This may entail bringing home a small gift or flowers, preparing a special meal, dressing up and beautifying oneself (this is not only for women), or sending a secret note in a lunchbox. A little imagination will go a long way here. The idea is to spice up the marriage and avoid getting into a dull routine that may negatively affect the marriage. 1️⃣1️⃣Have a Sense of Humour This particular aspect can go a long way in preventing arguments and brightening the atmosphere of the home. Life is a constant stream of challenges and tests, and to approach it in a light-hearted manner will help to make the journey smoother and more enjoyable. You may also find that your spouse enjoys this characteristic and looks forward to spending time with you because of it. 📝Quick Tips for Discussions and Disagreements: Begin with the intention to resolve the issue . If both spouses have this intention and plan to consult together, it is more likely that there will be a successful resolution. Remember that it takes two to quarrel . If only one person chooses not to argue, there will be no argument. Generally, the one who is wrong does most of the talking. Both spouses should not be angry at the same time . If one of the spouses becomes upset, it is best if the other tries to remain calm and collected. Never yell at each other unless the house is on fire. Of course, house fires do not occur very frequently; yelling should occur at about the same rate. Never go to sleep with an argument unsettled . This is one of the worst things that can happen in a marriage and should be avoided as much as possible. This allows hurt feelings and thoughts to linger and generally exacerbates the problem. If one spouse needs to win, let it be your mate . Do not focus on winning yourself; this is the main reason that discussions tend to become heated. --- For more articles go to www.islaaminfo.org No Copyright. Please feel free to share with others. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said “ Whoever guides someone to goodness will have a reward like one who did it.” (Sahih Muslim 1893) Islaaminfo www.islaaminfo.com "And keep reminding, because reminding benefits the believers."(51:55) Join us on telegram http://T.me/islaaminfo

💞11 ways to increase happiness in marriage💞 https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaBaK63CxoAmzBbOex02 The young and excited bride-and-groom-to-be; ecstatic about the upcoming wedding and marriage and the joy that it will bring. Three to six months later, reality has set in and both spouses realize that marriage is no easy task, but one that takes a great deal of effort and patience. The following are tips for both wives and husbands, to help make the task a little less daunting, and to increase the many rewards that are possible in such a marvelous and complex relationship. 1️⃣Enter the Marriage with the Right Intention and Renew this Often Both spouses should enter the marriage with the pure intention of pleasing Allah, subhanahu wa ta’ala, in order to receive His grace and blessings. The marriage itself then becomes an act of worship and one for which both spouses will be rewarded. Allah Ta'ala will be pleased with them and this will be the most critical element in ensuring peace, stability and happiness throughout the marital life. It is also important to realize that when an act of worship is continued over a long period of time, it becomes necessary to renew one’s intention often to remain on the correct path and to obtain the most benefit. 2️⃣Remember that Your Spouse is also Your Brother or Sister in Islam Too often Muslims treat other people outside the home with kindness and sincerity, but then behave in a very different manner when it comes to their own spouses. Muslims should always remember that one’s spouse is also another brother or sister in Islam and that the rights and duties that apply to the general brotherhood (sisterhood) of Islam, should also form the basis of the marital relationship. Obviously, a spouse has rights beyond these, but there should be a clear understanding of the rights of brotherhood (sisterhood) and adherence to these principles. 3️⃣Do Not Hold Unrealistic Expectations Before marriage, people often have unrealistic ideas about their spouse-to-be, expecting perfection in all aspects. This rarely, if ever, plays out in reality and can lead to unnecessary problems and concerns. We should recall that Allah, subhanahu wa ta’ala, created humans as imperfect beings, which means that many mistakes will be made throughout a lifetime. By turning the table and expecting imperfection, we will be pleasantly surprised and pleased when our spouse is much more than we ever hoped for. This, in turn, will lead to contentment within the marriage. 4️⃣Emphasize the Best in Your Spouse Since no one is endowed with all of the best qualities, emphasis should be placed on the positive qualities that a spouse possesses. Encouragement, praise, and gratitude should be expressed on a regular basis, which will strengthen these qualities and be beneficial in developing others. An attempt should be made to overlook or ignore negative characteristics, as the Prophet, sallallahu alayhe wa sallam, said, “ A believing man should not have any malice against a believing woman. He may dislike one characteristic in her, but may find another in her which is pleasing. ” (Muslim) 5️⃣Be Your Mate’s Best Friend Try to think of what a best friend means and be one to your spouse. This may mean sharing interests, experiences, dreams, failures and upsets. It may involve understanding a spouse’s likes and dislikes and attempting to please him or her in any way possible. A best friend is also usually someone that can be confided to trusted, and relied upon. A spouse should be the kind of friend that one would want to keep throughout life. 6️⃣Spend Quality Time Together It is not enough to share meals, chores and small talk together. Spouses should also find time to focus on strengthening the relationship. Often couples get busy with their own separate tasks and forget about working on one of the most important elements in life. Quality time may be anything from having a quiet, profound conversation to going for a nice long nature walk, to sharing a special hobby or project.

10 things to ponder upon as Ramadaan ends🌌 read time: 2 min https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaBaK63CxoAmzBbOex02⁠� Bismillahir Rahmaanir Raheem It seems like yesterday that we welcomed Ramadhan. And now this mubarak month is over. It’s time to reflect on how we spent the month. Here are 10 things to ponder at the end of Ramadhan: 1⃣ How have I spent Ramadhan? Am I happy with my worship? Where can I improve? Did I sin in Ramadhan? If so which ones? The sins I couldn’t avoid in Ramadhan are probably my biggest vices given I couldn’t stop them during such a blessed time. These sins require special attention and intervention. 2⃣ What habits have I picked up in Ramadhan? Can I continue some of them? Fasting is the most obvious one. What about reciting Qur’an, dhikr, dua, five prayers, charity, frequenting the masjid, night time worship, watching my tongue, eating together as a family, sharing food with others, seeking out good content online, etc etc? Guess what? None of these are exclusive to Ramadhan. Let’s pick a few and continue on them afterwards. 3⃣ What have I cut down on? Obviously food… But what else? TV or screen time in general, smoking, swearing, backbiting, arguing etc? How does it feel? Wouldn’t it be great if this could continue? 4⃣ What have I realised is lacking in my learning? Perhaps I don’t know how to pray properly, I don’t read Qur’an well, I don’t know what the Qur’an says, I don’t know many basic duas, I know very little about my Prophet’s life. Whatever your gaps in knowledge, you can fill them by reading good books or taking courses. 5⃣ What about my children’s learning? Are they going to a good Islamic supplementary school? Do they recite Qur’an well, have good knowledge of Islam, seem keen on religion? Or are they somewhat indifferent? Ramadhan is a good time to think about the whole family’s religiosity and think about solutions. 6⃣ How am I towards my parents? Ill conduct towards parents is one of the worst of the major sins. According to a hadith, Allah Ta'ala punishes such people in the dunya. We must be attentive to them and make sure we are good to them. We don’t have to give in to unjust demands but there is no excuse for neglect and bad behaviour towards them. 7⃣ Are there any other relationships I need to mend? It’s not too late. Reach out now. Mending relationships is spiritually and emotionally enriching, and breaking family ties is a sin. And don’t forget your neighbours. 8⃣ What about company? Do my friends bring me closer to deen or distance me from deen. Its something to think about. After all, ‘a man is upon the religion of his friend.’ A friend who turns you away from Allah Ta'ala is a friend you do not need. 9⃣ Set a few post Ramadhan resolutions. This is the best month of the year, and the best time to change and stay changed. Make those resolutions now. 🔟 What had I planned for Eid? If I commit any sin on Eid day, then what does it say about my Ramadhan? What I do immediately after Ramadhan is either a sign that my Ramadhan is accepted or a sign that Ramadhan was rejected. What is sinning on eid day a sign of? It’s time to think, evaluate and plan ahead. Let’s step into Shawaal a changed person. Inshallah. No Copyright. Please feel free to share with others. Islaaminfo www.islaaminfo.com⁠� "And keep reminding, because reminding benefits the believers."(51:55) Join us on telegram http://T.me/islaaminfo⁠� Join us on instagram https://www.instagram.com/islaam.info/⁠�

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🌸WHAT’S AFTER RAMADAN https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaBaK63CxoAmzBbOex02 Yesterday, Muslims were waiting for Ramadan, however, today they are saying goodbye to it, as if this month were moments long. And as this month passed quickly, life does, and so people die and move to the hereafter. The end of Ramadan reminds us with the closeness of death. The end of Ramadan reminds us with the saying of the Prophet (Sallallaahu Alaihi Wasalaam), “Live in this world like a stranger or a bye-passer ”. Ibn Omar used to say, “ If you wake up, don’t wait for the evening, and if you reach the evening, don’t wait for the morning. Take advantage of your good health and your life” . (Al Bukhari).  The Prophet Muhammad (Sallallaahu Alaihi Wasalaam) also said, “ My example in this life is just like a traveler who takes shelter under a tree and then leaves it and goes”. (Ahmad, at-Tirmidhi, Ibn Majah and al-Hakim) What is there after Ramadan? Do the lessons of Ramadan end with it, or continue after it? To answer this question, we shall briefly go over these lessons: Fasting : We’ve learned from fasting how to soften our souls and break their desires and performing the concept of Uboodiyah to Allah alone. The Prophet (Sallallaahu Alaihi Wasalaam) encouraged us to continue fasting six days during the month of Shawwal when he said, “Whoever fasts the month of Ramadan and he follows it with six days of Shawwal as if he fast the whole year” (Sahîh Muslim (1163)). It was the tradition of the Prophet (Sallallaahu Alaihi Wasalaam) to fast Mondays, Thursdays, three days of each lunar moth, the day of Arafah, Ashourah and most of Sha’ban and Muharram. Praying Taraweeh: Praying at night was the habit of the Prophet (Sallallaahu Alaihi Wasalaam) all his life, and he used to encourage his followers to do so. He (Sallallaahu Alaihi Wasalaam) said, “ Do qiyam-ul-lail, the night prayer; it used to be the good deeds of the pious people before you. It draws you closer to your Lord, it causes your sins to be forgiven, and it causes you to avoid doing bad deeds” (Reported by al-Tirmidhi and Ahmad). Allah Ta’ala describes his pious servants that “they used to sleep a little at night” in Surat Al-Sajdah. The recitation of the Quran: Do not stop reading the Quran after Ramadan. We made reading the Quran, and spending a few minutes per day to recite or listen to it, a part of our daily schedule. Make this habit live longer than this one month so you can be amongst those whom Prophet Muhammad described, “ Read the Qur’an, for verily it will come on the Day of Judgment as an intercessor for its companions. ” (Muslim). Charity : Allah Ta’ala says, “ those who spend their wealth day and night, secretly and publicly, their reward is with their lord…’(2:274). The Prophet (Sallallaahu Alaihi Wasalaam) was very generous, like wind loaded with rain. Remember that Allah Ta’ala will compensate you for what you spend, and that spending is a sign of having Eeman. Spending from your wealth will benefit you in your life and in the hereafter. The Messenger of Allah (Sallallaahu Alaihi Wasalaam) said, “ When the son of Adam dies, his deeds will be terminated except in case of one of these three: a continual charity, or a beneficial knowledge, or a pious son who prays for his father .(Muslim) Abandoning the Evil: Abandoning the evil and committing sins is a must in Ramadan and outside Ramadan. It is the deed of the people of true faith. There is no goodness in a Muslim who doesn’t do evil in Ramadan but as soon as Ramadan ends, he goes back to his evil deeds. Knowing that Eid is an excellent chance to wash the hearts from hatred and bad feeling, the Prophet (Sallallaahu Alaihi Wasalaam) says, “ *It’s not allowed for a Muslim to avoid his brother over three nights. They both meet, but this turns away and that turns away, and the best of them is the one who initiates Salam”. So be better than your brother and initiate the Salam* (Bukhari). I ask Allah Ta’ala to bless you all, to accept our Ibadah, and to free us all from the hellfire. Ameen.