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Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
02/28/02 at 11:23:19
[slm], They say that knowledge is light! The opposite is true also. Insh'Allah i will share with you some e-mails that i hope will teach us somethings and be a source of light to our hearts.
07/07/02 at 15:56:42
Mohja

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Mohja
02/28/02 at 11:27:26
[color=maroon]Rare to find...[/color] [color=blue] Ibn Mas'ud relates that the Prophet (may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) said: "Shall I tell you of those whom the Fire is forbidden to touch? It is forbidden to touch every accessible, easy, soft, gentle one." (Tirmidhi) [/color] [color=maroon] The Fires of Hell are forbidden to touch every Muslim who is easy to approach, easy-going, soft and gentle . . . How well does this descritption fit you? Are you easy to approach or is your nose stuck in the air making people think twice before approaching you? When people make mistakes are you easy and quick to overlook or do you make a big deal out of even the smallest mistakes? Are you soft and gentle with those around you or do people dread you for your fiery temper? Some people are a pleasure to know because of how much more beautiful they make your life. They are always ready with a smile, a kind word, a gentle pat on the back or a warm hug. And when you cross their lines, they are always quick to forgive you. We love such people and have a special place for them in our heart. And Allah, the Lord of the Worlds, He too loves such a person. He has forbidden the Fires of Hell to even touch their skin. Straight to Paradise it will be for them. Because such a person is rare to find . . . Be more easy with those whom you deal with, more gentle, softer. Overlook the mistakes that people sometimes make. And make it easy for people to approach you with a freindly smile and down to earth attitude. If you can do this . . . not only will you be a rare to find Muslim but the Fires of Hell will never touch your skin . . . [/color]

Re: Tadhkira
Mohja
03/04/02 at 11:03:01
[color=maroon]Do what is right...[/color] [color=Blue] The Prophet (may Allah's Blessings and Peace be upon him) said: "Do not be of those people who follow others by saying: If other people do good to me, I too will do good to them and if they do evil, I too will do evil. But make yourself firm with the principle: If someone does good to me, I too will do good and if someone does evil to me, I will not." (Tirmidhi) [/color] [color=Maroon] When someone does good to you, return their good with what is better. And when someone does evil to you, DO NOT return it with evil. Instead, in every situation . . . Do what is right. Do what would please Allah. Do not do what you feel like doing, do not do what would please your nafs. But do what would please Allah. And trust Allah. In time He will turn that situation around to reward you for having done good. Listen to what He tells us (interpretation of meaning):[/color] [color=Red]"Is the reward for good anything other than good?" (Al Rahman: 60)[/color] [color=Maroon] When someone wrongs you, do what is right in the Eyes of Allah and treat people the way it would please Him. Nothing passes by Him and one day He will change circumstances in your favor . . . because you did what is right! [/color]
03/04/02 at 11:12:32
Mohja

Re: Tadhkira
Mohja
03/05/02 at 19:41:29
[color=Maroon]Eating your brother's flesh . . . [/color] [color=Blue] Abu Hurairah relates that the Prophet (may Allah's Blessings and Peace be upon him) said: "Do you know what backbiting is?" He was answered, "Allah and His Messenger know best." He said: "Anything you say about your brother that would displease him." Someone asked: "But what if my brother is as I say?" The Prophet answered: "If he is as you say, then you are guilty of backbiting; and if he is not as you say, then you are guilty of slander (which is worse)!" (Muslim) [/color] [color=Maroon] Ask yourself: Today, just today, did you backbite? Did you listen to someone else backbite? Because listening is the same as backbiting. Silence is not enough. We take backbiting very lightly judging from how often we do it . . . BUT ALLAH DOES NOT! Listen to what He says:[/color] [color=Red] "Do not speak ill of each other behind each other's backs. Would any of you like to eat the flesh of his dead brother? No, you would hate it." (49: 12)[/color] [color=Maroon] Remember: Every single person you backbite, or even listen to being backbited, you will have to meet on the Day of Judgement and pay them . . . With what? With your precious good deeds!!! Make a change today: STOP backbiting and don't sit with others who do. Because there is always another One listening in to your conversations and if you think you get away with backbiting. . . He is Listening and His Angels are recording. [/color]
03/05/02 at 19:43:26
Mohja

Re: Tadhkira
Mohja
03/07/02 at 19:25:56
Your appointment with Allah [color=Blue] Ibn Mas'ud (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that the Prophet (may Allah's Blessings and Peace be upon him) said: "The most beloved action to Allah is prayer on time." (Bukhari and Muslim) [/color] We take so much care of our worldly appointments . . . but when it comes to our appointment with Allah . . . we are not so cautious. Even you can see the difference between a servant who takes care to always be on time with his appointment with Allah . . and someone who doesn't care and comes late. Then how about the difference in Allah's Eye? Take care of your appointment with your Creator . . . Are you not shy in front of Him that you put more value to your appointments with His Creation than with Him ? And here is something for those who really want to go the extra mile in gaining Allah's Pleasure: Why not try to be ready to pray, with your wudu (ablution), BEFORE the Adzan? Then YOU will be waiting to meet Allah. Not the other way around. A brother shares the following : "I have found that Allah always answers my prayers very quickly and He always gives me even more than what I ask for. " What is his secret? "I always make sure to be in the mosque, with my wudu, waiting to pray, before the adzan goes." Subhan Allah!! Whatever level you give to Allah . . . He will give to you. Why not strive for the best then?

Re: Tadhkira
iimaan
03/18/02 at 13:49:54
Bismillahirahmanirrahiem [slm]  :-), Sis thanx for your thread, sometimes we need a reminder. Salaam, :-*

Re: Tadhkira
Kashif
03/20/02 at 12:49:52
Hey! I want some more of this! Why has it all stopped?
NS

Re: Tadhkira
Mohja
03/20/02 at 17:57:53
[slm] [quote] Hey! I want some more of this! Why has it all stopped?   [/quote] It has not stopped...just slowed down a bit :P plus i didn't want to repeat what i posted on the old board(or should i?).Insh'Allah i will post some more very soon.

Re: Tadhkira
Mohja
03/22/02 at 11:22:44
Do you want to make Allah happy?? [color=Blue] Anas ibn Malik relates that the Prophet (may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) said: "Allah is MORE HAPPY with the repentance of a servant of His than would one of you be if he were to lose his camel, which carries his food and drink, in a barren desert, and losing all hope of finding it, he were to lie down in the shade of a tree, and then should suddenly find it standing near him and grab its nose-string and in his excess of happpiness shout out, "O Allah, You are My Servant and I am Your Lord." (Muslim) [/color] All of us have sins that we continue to do . . . Whether they are small or great . . . They are still sins which displease Allah. Do you want to make Allah happy??? Do you know what it means if the King Of the Universe is made happy on account of you??? No words can express this kind of happiness. But it is simple to make Allah happy. . . . Just leave that "sin" which we keep doing. Stop it for the sake of Allah, and His Happiness and Pleasure will descend on you. Look at how happy the man in this hadith was, he thought he was going to die and then life was given back to him. He was so happy to the point that he mixed up his words . . . And yet, Allah will be happier with you if you repent of any sin that you are doing. Subhan'Allah. Sins can be anything . . . Such as not praying on time, talking back to our parents, not lowering our gaze or dressing in the proper way, not waking up for fajr, gossipping . . . Each one of us knows better the sins that they do. Why not make Allah happy . . . Why not? . . .
NS
04/10/02 at 17:02:33
Mohja

Re: Tadhkira
Mohja
03/22/02 at 11:30:17
[color=Maroon]Ashura[/color] [color=Blue] Ibn Abbas relates that the Prophet (peace be upon him) fasted on the 10th day of Muharram (Ashura) and he directed that Muslims should fast on this day. When asked about it . . . The Prophet (may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: "Fasting on the 10th day of Muharram (Ashura) wipes out the sins of the entire preceding year." (Muslim) [/color] [color=Maroon] Subhan'Allah . . . The Generosity of Allah, the All-Forgiving, continues to overwhelm us. Just by fasting one day, which is the 10th of Muharram, called Ashura, all of the sins you have committed for the past year will be wiped away . . . gone . . . forgiven . . . erased forever!!! This will be Insha'Allah on Sunday March 24th 2002. When the Prophet (peace be upon him) entered Medina he found the Jews fasting this day. When asked why, they replied that this was the day that Allah had saved Prophet Musa from Firaun and his armies. Allah parted the sea for Musa and the believers and then drowned Firaun and the unbelievers. Allah then ordered Musa to fast this day in gratitude. The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: We have more right to fast this day since we have a closer connection to Prophet Musa. Furthermore, he said that if he were to live to the next year, he would fast also the 9th day of Muharram along with the 10th. So, that means that we should fast on the 9th and 10th, which is Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th . . . Don't miss this chance and don't forget to tell your friends and family! [/color]

Re: Tadhkira
Yasin
03/22/02 at 20:13:03
Assalamu alaikum  JazakALLAHU khayraa  :-) mohja, you really remind me to fast these 2 important days. ur bro ThE-YaSkA  ;-)

Re: Tadhkira
Mohja
04/01/02 at 17:15:26
[color=Maroon]Al Malik : The King[/color] [color=Red] "Say, "O Allah, the King of the Kingdom, You give the Kingdom to whom You please and You seize the Kingdom from whom You please, You honor whom You please and You abase whom You please, all good is in Your Hands, Indeed You are Capable of all things." (Al' Imran : 26) [/color][color=Maroon] Allah is the absolute King of the entire Universe, of the Heavens and the Earth, and of all beings in them. He owns everything - nothing really belongs to us. You only need to look at how vast, exquisite and intricately designed His Kingdom is to get an idea of how Great and Powerful this King is. His Throne alone extends over the Heavens and the Earth. He runs this Universe as He wants - when He wishes something He only has to say to it Be and it will be. Remember that it is ONLY Him that you have to fear. Do not fear any human or anything, no matter how great they may seem, because above everyone is the Most Powerful Allah. NOTHING can happen in His Kingdom except by His Permission. To Him go back all matters for decision. Every heart is between His Fingers and He can turn it anyway He wants. You are His Servant alone, so it is only His Rules that you have to follow. We are poor and needy in front of this King's Majesty. Why are you chasing after humans who are poor just like you ??? Bow before Him and tell Him, "Ya Allah, I need You." Knock at His Door and seek His Help alone. Tell Him, "Ya Allah, I need Your Help, Your Mercy and Your Love." He will respond to your call because, unlike the Kings of the Earth, this King is merciful and oh so close to His Servants and His Door is always open . . . 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. And He knows each of His Servants personally. He knows EVERY one of your problems, fears, worries and dreams . . . And He is always ready to listen and fulfill your requests. This King is never far from His Servants . . . He is Allah, Al Malik . . . [/color]
NS
04/01/02 at 17:18:10
Mohja

Re: Tadhkira
Mohja
04/08/02 at 01:49:12
The Help of Allah [color=Blue] Nu'man ibn Bashir relates that the Prophet (may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) said: "The believers in their love, kindness and compassion towards each other are like the human body; when one of its limbs is afflicted the whole of it is afflicted both in sleeplessness and in fever." (Bukhari and Muslim) [/color] When your stomach hurts or you have a pounding migraine your whole body is affected . . . you can't even move from your bed. But why is is that when our brothers and sisters are suffering . . . we are not? Now one part of our "body" is in real pain, so the rest should feel it too. How can we help in the curing? Let us start by making dua to Allah, in every prayer, with qunut if possible, imploring His Help for our brothers and sisters in Palestine,Afghanistan,Gujrat, and all the victims of injustice in the world (whether they be muslim or not). Do not underestimate the POWER of a sincere, continual doa. No force, power, military strength, government or ruler is more powerful than a sincere dua from the heart that reaches to the Presence of the All Powerful , All Capable Allah. Allah sees and hears everything. Nothing passes by Him. He will NEVER put to waste a sincere doa from a believing heart. And don't forget that the most quickly accepted doa is the one for one's brother behind his back. But more important than this . . . is that each one of us should take a good look at himself. The Help of Allah is already guaranteed. . . [color=Red]"If you strive for Allah, He will help you." (Muhammad : 7)[/color] but where are the Muslims whom He will bring it through? Sometimes we are too lazy to make even the most simple changes and sacrifices for Allah. And everyone knows his own weaknesses. Every Muslim should be sincere with himself and with Allah and try to fix himself, step by step, so that we can see, with our own eyes, the Amazing Power of Allah's Promised Help . . . whose scope and power no human mind can imagine. [color=Red]"And to Allah belong the forces of the Heavens and the Earth, and Allah is AlMighty, All Wise" (Al Fath : 7).[/color]
04/08/02 at 02:01:36
Mohja

Re: Tadhkira
Anonymous
04/10/02 at 15:09:18
Assalamu alaikum, I am writing about the post that was posted on March 22nd regarding a hadith titled 'Do you want to make Allah happy?'. I suspect that this is an error: "O Allah, You are My Servant and I am Your Lord." Please can you confirm this. Jazzak Allah kher. [Admin Note: The hadith in question has been edited.]

Re: Tadhkira
Mohja
04/10/02 at 15:57:13
[quote author=Anonymous link=board=library;num=1014913400;start=0#13 date=04/10/02 at 15:09:18]Assalamu alaikum, I am writing about the post that was posted on March 22nd regarding a hadith titled 'Do you want to make Allah happy?'. I suspect that this is an error: "O Allah, You are My Servant and I am Your Lord." Please can you confirm this. [/quote] There is no error. The man did actually say "O Allah, You are My Servant and I am Your Lord." instead of ""O Allah, You are My Lord and I am Your Servant."". He had lost all hope and was prepared to die and then suddenly he was given another chance at living. In his extreme happiness he mixed up his words! Yet Allah[swt] is happier with a servant's repentance than the man who got his life back. That is the moral of the hadith. With the admin's permission i'm going to edit the hadith back to its original form.

Re: Tadhkira
Anonymous
04/11/02 at 11:58:54
Assalamu alaikum, The whole hadith, with reference is: Book 037, Number 6618: Anas b. Malik reported that Allah's Messenger (may peace be upon him) said: Allah is more pleased with the repentance of a servant as he turns towards Him for repentance than this that one amongst you is upon the camel in a waterless desert and there is upon (that camel) his provision of food and drink also and it is lost by him, and he having lost all hope (to get tbat) lies down in the shadow and is disappointed about his camel and there he finds that camel standing before him. He takes hold of his nosestring and then out of boundless joy says: 0 Lord, Thou art my servant and I am Thine Lord. He commits this mistake out of extreme delight. Because you left the last line out from the hadith it became a little confusing. I am not a member of this board but I often read and enjoy the posting very much. I send out a daily hadith and ayah to a list of friends, I sent out this particular one and got quite a few replies back saying it sounded incorrect, which is why I sent the original post. When I went to find the correct hadith I understood it by reading it completely. I think you should try and send out hadiths in their fullest form and not edit them. A sister in Islam

Re: Tadhkira
Mohja
04/11/02 at 15:54:39
[quote] I think you   should try and send out hadiths in their fullest form and not edit them. [/quote] [slm] First of all, i would like to make one thing clear. I'm not the author of these posts, wish i were :) May Allah[swt] reward the person who wrote them. I simply post them here because they are inspirational to me and i thought others might benefit as well.   So i do not edit the ahadith in these posts, i post them as they are. Jazaki Allahu kheyran for posting the reference for the hadith. I will insh'Allah forward it to the author. But as you know there are different versions of riwaya for each hadith and it might be that the version the author got this hadith from did not include that last line. However, they did point out in their commentary to the hadith that the man MIXED up his words from his excessive happiness which should make it clear for anyone reading the post that it was not a mistake in the relation of the hadith. In any case, i'm glad that people are reading these posts and commenting on them. I'm sorry if it caused confusion for you and your friends. Maybe that's why it's always a good idea to comment on the ahadith and ayat so that readers can know the propper context to understand them. salaam :)

Re: Tadhkira
Mohja
05/07/02 at 22:58:29
[Color=Maroon]Forgive and be honored![/color] [color=Blue] Abu Hurairah relates that the Prophet (may Allah's Blessings and Peace be upon him) said: "Allah increases the honor of the one who forgives." (Muslim)[/color] [color=Maroon] If you are mad at someone ... what can convince you to forgive them? How about doing it for the sake of Allah ... and knowing that He will honor you for your effort. True, it is not easy, but don't you think it is worth it to be honored by Allah - the Lord of all the Worlds? You might say : But if I forgive them they will take advantage of me, they will think I am weak, they will look down at me. But in whose Hands is it to Honor? Allah and Allah alone, He is Al Muezz - The Honorer and Al Muzill - The Humiliator. They have no power over you. So, if you are upset at someone now - Let it go- for the sake of Allah - and YOU take the first step of reconciliation ... and in due time He will honor you. [/color]

Re: Tadhkira
Mohja
06/10/02 at 12:41:00
In Your Whale . . . [color=blue] Sa'd bin Abi Waqqas reported that the Prophet (may Allah's Blessings and Peace be upon him) said: "No Muslim ever prays to his Lord with the words of Dhun-Nun (Yunus) when he was in the belly of the whale (La ilaha ila anta Subhanka inne kuntu min al zalimeen) for anything, except that Allah wiill answer his prayer." (Ahmad) [/color] Are you stuck in a "whale"? If you are facing a difficult situation keep saying, "La ilaha ila anta Subhanaka inne kunntu min al zalimeen." (There is no God but You, Glory to You, I was of the wrongdoers.) Or even better ... wake up in the last third of the night and prostrate before Allah and repeat these words to Him several times. When Yunus (pbuh) was trapped in the belly of the whale- in 3 darknesses!!!- the darkness of the night, the sea and of the whale itself - What did he do? HE DID NOT GIVE UP. HE TURNED TO ALLAH! There is no way anybody has a problem as bad as Yunus'(pbuh)- and still Allah was Great enough to save him. So, whatever your "whale" is - don't despair. Even if you can see no way out. Turn to Allah with these powerful words and He will [color=red]"deliver you from your distress" (21:88)[/color] just as the Quran promises. ALLAH will make a way for you . . .
NS

Re: Tadhkira
Mohja
07/07/02 at 15:50:35
[color=Maroon]Are you RIZQaphobic? [/color] [color=blue] Abu Hani reported that the Prophet (may Allah's Blessings and Peace be upon him) said: "Allah wrote down the provision (rizq) of the creatures 50,000 years before He created the Heavens and the Earth." (Sahih Muslim: Book 033/No. 6417) [/color] [color=Maroon] Allah - Exalted and Glorious- knows that humans always worry about their provision (rizq). We are RIZQAPHOBIC :)!!! So He calms our fears by informing us that He already wrote down our provision 50,000 years before He created the Heavens and the Earth. So do not worry about tomorrow. Your rizq is coming. So what is your part then? Allah already guaranteed our rizq but He left it up to you to choose how to get it: by either halal or haram means. Either way it will reach you. Choose a halal way. And if you leave the haram way behind - Allah will provide you with a halal way. Contrary to what people tell you - KNOW that obeying Allah will NEVER stop your provision from reaching you. When you choose the halal way- Allah will make a way for it to reach you. So,STOP WORRYING about what is already guaranteed and focus on your real duty : worshipping and pleasing Allah. [/color]

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
07/07/02 at 16:00:24
Acts of Kindness... [color=blue] The Prophet (may Allah's Blessings and Peace be upon him) said: "Do not belittle even the smallest acts of kindness, even if it were no more than meeting your brother with a smiling face." (Muslim) [/color] Do not hesitate to do any act of kindness - no matter how small or insignificant it may seem to you. ALLAH SEES IT. And that is more than enough. He will reward you for even the acts of kindness you consider the most insignificant - IF - you do them for Him. Then it is not small anymore. Just some ideas: 1. Give up your seat on the bus for someone. 2. Smile and give salam to strangers. 3. Give gifts to your neighbors. 4. Treat people for lunch. 5. Give a ride home to those who need it. Remember: When you do any act of kindness you are planting a seed. And guess in Whose Garden? In the Garden of Al Kareem: The Most Generous! He will one day bring you a generous harvest. So don't hesitate to do any act of kindness because every act of kindness is witnessed by Allah. Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds you sow.

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
07/08/02 at 10:33:35
[color=Maroon]Patience is the key...[/color] [color=blue] Abu Said Al-Khudri relates that the Prophet (may Allah's Blessings and Peace be upon him) said: "Whoever tries to be patient, Allah will make him patient. And noboby can be given a better and greater gift than patience." (Bukhari: Volume 2, Book 24, No. 548)[/color] [color=Maroon] Patience is the key to every situation in this life. Patience is what reveals the secret wisdoms and mysteries behind this life's difficulties. Patience is -as the Quran says- beautiful. It is the sign of a servant who truly trusts His Lord and His Actions. We need patience in all areas of our life: Patience in doa (supplication), patience in calling people to Allah, patience in following the Straight Path, patience in staying away from sins, patience in times of anger and especially - patience in the difficulties we face in this journey called life. But truly patience is beautiful. It is a key that always leads to an opening - an opening of ease, an answer or an understanding. Yaqub (pbuh) was patient 20 years waiting for his son Yusuf (pbuh) and in the end Allah - Exalted and Glorious- brought them back together.[/color] [color=blue]Omar ibn Al Khattab said: "Whatever hardship befalls a believing servant, Allah will make an opening for him after it, and one hardship will be overcome by two eases." (Malik Muwatta Book 21, No. 21.1.6)[/color] [color=Maroon]The Merciful One will never dissapoint those who patiently wait upon Him. You know what your answer is to what you are facing now?: BE PATIENT![/color]
NS

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
07/09/02 at 13:17:05
At home... [color=blue] Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that the Prophet (may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) said: "Among the believers the one who has the most perfect faith is he whose behavior is best and the best among you is he who behaves best towards his family." (Tirmidhi)[/color] If you really want to know about someone, ask about them at home. Don't ask their friends or colleagues, but ask the closest people to them - their family. Some of us show our best side to our friends and colleagues but when we get home . . . well, may Allah protect our family because it is our ugliest side that we give them. Did you forget that Allah sees you at home too? Look at the wisdom of this hadith! Even if all of your friends love you, and hold you in high estimation, if your treatment to your family leaves something to be desired : Don't think you can fool Allah! . . . The one who is truly honored in the Sight of Allah is the one who follows our Prophet (peace be upon him) and behaves best to his family. Remember this hadith next time you feel your temper flaring and ugly words glaring to your poor mom, dad, sisters and brothers (older and younger !),wife or husband . . .

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
07/12/02 at 10:31:03
[color=Maroon]An atom pride...[/color] [color=blue] Ibn Mas'ud reported that the Prophet (may Allah's Blessings and Peace be upon him said): "Whoever has pride in his heart equal to the weight of an atom will not enter Paradise." (Muslim)[/color] [color=Maroon] An atom is such a small amount. Smaller than even what you can count or see. We have pride hidden in us that noone knows about . . . except Allah. He knows when we get too full of ourselves, when we start to think we are hotshots. When we start to think that the good things we have are because of our own doing - and we forget they are ALL from Him. We make so many prideful statements that we don't even hear. But Allah hears them. We look down at people without even knowing it. But Allah knows it. And there is so much pride in our heart that we can't see. But Allah sees it. But Allah wants to help us get to Paradise . So He humbles us. How does He humble us? Trials, difficult situations, problems so big that we can't solve on our own. These remind us of how small we are before Allah. They humble us and put us back where we belong . . . as servants. They make us depend on Allah and bow our head before Him. They make us realize that we can't do anything without Him.[/color] [color=Red] "O mankind! You are the poor to Allah and Allah He is the Rich, Worthy of all Praise. If He willed, He could destroy you and bring about a new creation. And that is not hard for Allah" (Fatir: 15-17). [/color][color=Maroon] If you have an atom of pride in your heart you won't enter Paradise. An atom!!! Allah helps you get rid of that atom by giving you a problem that humbles you and keeps you depending on Him. Don't despise the difficulties in your way . . . you need them to keep you humble. [/color]
07/12/02 at 10:31:42
Mohja

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
mwishka
07/12/02 at 11:21:32
sis mohja, i've been really appreciating what you've been posting here. i especially like this last one - it's very very true, and this [i]We make so many prideful statements that we don't even hear. But Allah hears them. We look down at people without even knowing it. But Allah knows it.[/i] is something to keep reminding ourselves all day long every day  ;), no?   i always feel so uncomfortable to hear parents talk of their "pride" in their children's accomplishments, as though it's a measure of the child's worth, or to teach their children to be "proud" of themselves always.  it might sometimes be that these are meant to be efforts to ensure that the child has appropriate levels of self-confidence and self-worth, but that comes from being bathed in love from the parents, not in being taught to honor pride itself as a desirable trait....... mwishka

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
07/13/02 at 15:17:07
i'm glad you like the posts mwishka. i hope they become a source of inspirtation and guidance to you as much as they are to me :) and you're absolutely right about this: [quote]is something to keep reminding ourselves all day long every day   , no? [/quote] May Allah[swt] help us be humble always. take care  :-)

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
07/13/02 at 15:18:22
[color=Maroon]Al Rahman : The All-Merciful The Greatness of Allah's Mercy can never be comprehended by our limited human minds. Just to give you an idea. Next time you see a mother holding her new-born baby, take a good look at how much compassion she has for it. And know that Allah is more merciful to you than even this mother. Every chapter in the Quran begins by the names of His Mercy. Allah has divided His Mercy into 100 parts. And only ONE of these parts has He put here on Earth. With that ONE Mercy . . . you see the love between a husband and wife, in the smile of your friends, a kitten suckling her young. The other 99 are saved for the Final Day. Never doubt Allah's Mercy to you. Never. Even when things don't appear to be so good in your life . . . Have faith in the Merciful One. There is something good behind all that you are facing . . . But you just can't see it yet. Never doubt Allah's Mercy . . . For every tear that He makes you cry . . . He will give you laughter to make up for it. In His Own Due Time . . . He is Allah, The All-Merciful One . . . And the most beautiful part of His Mercy??? Is that He brings down His Mercy after you have given up all hope. Why does He do this? So that it tastes all the more sweeter when He finally gives it to you. Now that is true mercy.[/color][color=red] "And He is the One who brings down the Rain after you have given up all hope and spreads His Mercy." (Sura Al Shuraa, Verse 28)[/color] [color=Maroon]Just don't doubt the Merciful One . . .[/color]
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Anonymous
07/14/02 at 04:00:44
Narrated ibn Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him): "The last statement of Ibraheem (peace be upon him) when he was thrown into the fire was, "Hasbee Allahu wa naem al Wakeel" - "Allah is Sufficient for me and He is the Best of Trustees." (Sahih Al Bukhari, Hadith No. 4564.) ______________________________________________________     When Ibraheem (peace be upon him) was thrown into the fire he said, "Allah is Sufficient for me and He is the Best of Trustees." And what did Allah do?  He changed the burning fire to coolness and peace! And later Ibraheem (peace be upon him) said that the best days of his life were the days he spent in the fire. All Praise is to Allah!     So, when you face any difficult situation in this life, say this with your tongue and with your heart. Believe it. Allah is enough for you.  You don't need anyone else. All what you need is Allah. Why seek for others' help when you have the help of the One who has the power to do the impossible.  He split the ocean for Musa (pbuh), the moon for Muhammad (pbuh), gave Zakariah (pbuh) a child in old age when his wife was barren, gave Isa (pbuh) the power to cure diseases and to raise the dead!     Although He is the One who set down the laws of nature - He can override them at any time. There are no laws for ALLAH. And for the believer He will do anything. He can overcome not only what you consider difficult - but impossible . . . if you will only believe that Allah is

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Mohja
07/14/02 at 13:13:53
[slm] anon, i see that we use the same source for our posts...hmm i think i know who you are ;)  jazaki Allahu kheyran :) take care, an old friend ps- why don't you register? i'm sure everyone would benefit from your contributions :)
07/14/02 at 13:14:52
Mohja

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Mohja
07/15/02 at 00:36:58
[color=Maroon]Pray about everything...[/color] [color=blue] The Prophet (may Allah's Blessings and Peace be upon him) said: "Allah is angry with those who do not ask Him." (Sahih)[/color] [color=Maroon] When you have a problem, what is your FIRST reaction? Call your friend, run to your mom, cry? WHY NOT PRAY ABOUT IT? We need to pray about everything! EVERYTHING! When you have a problem - pray. When you are confused - pray. If someone hurt your feelings - pray. When your are sick - pray. Need cheering up? - pray. Worried about someone? - pray. For all the little things - pray. For all the big things - pray. Why is Allah angry when we do not ask Him? Because when we do not turn to Him for our needs then we do not acknowledge Him as the Source of all. But when you ask Him you show Him that you know that it is He and He alone who controls everything - all affairs, hearts and circumstances. Turn to Allah for all your prayers and KNOW that He is able to do above, beyond and exceedingly more than you can ever imagine. Pray - it is amazing what will happen . . . [/color]
07/15/02 at 00:39:08
Mohja

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Mohja
07/20/02 at 11:51:42
At home again... [color=blue] Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that the Prophet (may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) said: "Among the believers the one who has the most perfect faith is he whose behavior is best and the best among you is he who behaves best towards his family." (Tirmidhi)[/color] Why not do something special for each member of your family? You know what each person likes. Why not make them happy by surprising them with something they love. And, Allah will one day make you happy by surprising you with something you love. All you husbands: When was the last time you bought flowers for your wife! :) Also . . . when anyone in your family talks to you, really listen to them . . . really listen . . . show interest . . . oh what a difference it makes! Something else that makes a GREAT difference . . . meet them with a warm greeting and smiling face, say their name with excitement when you see them . . . and how about adding a kiss! It is the little things that make all the difference . . . and nothing is so little for Allah to notice!

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
07/22/02 at 10:09:15
[color=Maroon]Be a guest of Allah...[/color] [color=blue] Abu Hurairah related that the Prophet (may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: "The reward of the prayer offered by a person in congregation is twenty five times greater than that of the prayer offered in one's house or in the market(alone). And this is because if he performs ablution and does it perfectly and then proceeds to the mosque with the sole intention of praying, then for every step he takes towards the mosque, he is upgraded one degree in reward and one sin is taken off from his account. When he offers his prayer, the angels keep on asking Allah's Blessings and Allah's forgiveness for him as long as he is (staying) at his place. They say, 'O Allah! Bestow Your blessings upon him, be Merciful and Kind to him.' And one is considered to be in prayer as long as one is waiting for the prayer." (Bukhari)[/color] [color=Maroon] Women and men are both encouraged to pray in the mosque, but of course it is only obligatory on men. Why should we let this precious oppurtunity pass by? Do you know what praying in the mosque means? It means that you are paying a visit to one of the Houses of Allah!!! This means that you are a guest of the Lord of the Worlds!!! . . . And of course every Host must show generosity to His Guest . . . So imagine then if your Host is Allah SWT Himself!!! The Prophet (peace be upon him) gave the good news to those who pray fajr in the mosque that they will have full light on the Day of Judgement . . . And every time you proceed to the mosque, morning or evening, Allah prepares an entertainment for you in Paradise. Why miss out on 25 time more reward, sins wiped out, your degree being raised, angels praying for you, and meeting brothers and sisters for the sake of Allah . . . Why miss out on being a guest of Allah SWT Himself? . . . [/color]

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Mohja
07/23/02 at 10:58:15
A story of submission... [color=blue] Sa'ad son of Wakas was a companion of the Prophet (may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon him).  In his later years he became blind and settled in Mecca, where he was always surrounded by people seeking him to make prayer for them to Allah. Because his prayer was always accepted by Allah.  All those he prayed for found their way blessed for them.  Abd'Allah ibn Sa'ad reports as follows: "I went to see Sa'ad, and he was kind to me and made prayer to Allah for me.  As I was only a curious child, I asked him:  "O Sa'ad, your prayers for others always seem to be answered. Why, then, do you not pray for your blindness to be removed?" Sa'ad ibn Wakas replied: "Because submission to the Will of Allah is more beloved to me than even my eyesight." [/color] This man is a stunning example of submission to the will of Allah.  He chose to submit to Allah's Decree above even asking for his sight!  Subhan'Allah. Here is a man who understands the wisdom and pleasure of submitting to the Most High.  And most probably he found something more sweet in blindness than he could have ever found with sight. Maybe his eyes can no longer see, but perhaps his heart can see Allah. Because real happines comes when we submit to the will of Allah; Real peace comes when we submit to the will of the Most Wise, even and ESPECIALLY IF, we cannot understand. Whatever circumstances may appear before your eyes. WHATEVER . . . Just submit.  Let go of all those thoughts, fears, what ifs? why me's ?  Let go and just submit. Submission to Allah's Choice always brings with it the real happiness. But be patient . . . Remember: Just trust Him...He is ALLAH

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
07/24/02 at 10:48:18
[color=Maroon]It's all from His Mercy... [/color] [color=blue] Umar ibn Al Khattab relates that the Prophet (may Allah's Blessings and Peace be upon him) said: "Allah is more merciful towards His Servants than a mother is towards her child." (Bukhari and Muslim) [/color] [color=Maroon] Allah informs us in His Book (meaning)[/color][color=red] : "He Has Written upon Himself Mercy" (6:12).[/color][color=Maroon] This means that every situation you face in this life, no matter how bitter, is sealed with the mercy of Allah. You may not see it, but you have to trust that all that happens is from Allah's Mercy. It is through these painful times that Allah teaches you the most important lessons of this life. He teaches you about patience, submission, and detachment to this worldly life. And most important . . . He brings you closer to Him. He closes all doors, so you go to His Door. He takes away those that you love, so you can taste His Love. He detaches you, so that you become attached to Him. Ask yourself: Isn't it in times of suffering that you turn to Allah most sincerely? That you really open your heart to Him? This is the greatest mercy that could ever happen to you. Allah wants to teach you that no matter who you love, what you are attached to, what you hold closest to your heart, what you spend your days running after . . . It is Him whom you should be attached to, Him upon whom you should depend, to Him whom you should turn, and Him whom you should love most. He is your Creator, He is always with you, and to Him is your return. If you manage to learn this lesson, then this is real mercy. [/color]

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Mohja
07/24/02 at 10:52:26
[slm] Anyone who reads these posts and benefits from them, please make du'a for their author...and for me :) jazakum Allahu kheyran. wassalam

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
07/25/02 at 10:31:16
[color=Maroon]Real Muscles...[/color] [color=blue] Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) relates that the Holy Prophet (may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon him said: "The strong one is not the one who is strong in wrestling, but the one who controls himself in anger." (Bukhari and Muslim)[/color] [color=Maroon] One of the most difficult things in this world to do . . . is to forgive. Not everyone is capable of such noble action. This is the level of the Prophets and of Allah Himself. They forgive and forgive and forgive, even when they have right to punish. But as this hadith shows, in the Sight of Allah, strength is not measured by muscles, but by your ability to control yourself when angered. Because this takes the strength of FAITH!!! And so the strongest of us in the Sight of Allah . . is he who can forgive when angered. It takes a real faith to be able to forgive someone. It takes a person who knows with certainty that Allah is Watching and that Allah greatly appreciates those who forgive. Because, He, Glory be to Him, is the One who forgives again and again. But one of the most beautiful rewards of forgiving someone . . . Is that Allah will forgive you. On the Day when you need it most, when you stand before Allah's Throne for Judgement . . . If your record shows that you used to forgive others when you had a right to take action against them . . . Then Allah will repay you for your efforts. He will forgive you the sins that He has a right to take action against you for. As you do, so you will be done by. Allah is the Most Fair . . . And He is the Most Appreciative . . .If you, a mere servant forgive others . . . Then what do you think the Lord of all Servants, will do for you, on the Day you meet Him? Of course He will forgive you . . . . So next time someone hurts you, count to 10 and remember the Day when you will be called to stand in front of Allah for judgement . . . And you will be wishing that you had forgiven even one person in your life. As Allah revealed to Abu Bakr after someone spread false rumors and started a scandal about his daughter Aisha . . But EVEN for this look what Allah told Abu Bakr[/color][color=red] : "Pardon and forgive. Do you not love that Allah should forgive you? And Allah is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful." (Sura An-Nur, Verse 22)[/color]

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
07/28/02 at 11:01:05
The Prayer of the Angels [color=blue] Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) narrated that the Prophet (may Allah's Blessings and Peace be upon him) said: "Everyday two angels come down from Heaven and one of them says, "O Allah, Compensate every person who spends in Your Cause" and the other angel says, "O Allah, Destroy every miser." (Bukhari: Volume 2, Book 24 # 522) [/color] Obviously, the prayers of angels - who are pure and sinless - are a lot more likely to be answered than ours. So get yourself to be one of those who these angels pray for daily! Give regular charity. And avoid being one of those they pray against!! Don't be stingy or a miser. And KNOW that whatever you give in charity will not decrease from your wealth. Somehow, someway, from someplace Allah will give it back to you. Or ... another way Allah blesses those who give charity ... He will stop calamities from happening to you. You can't even imagine the things Allah prevents from coming to those who give charity in His Way. Sickness, accidents, losing money and possessions, things breaking down, people stealing from you. Allah will protect you from calamities that would have caused you a lot of money and stress. So ... give for the sake of Allah ... and have some trust in Who you are giving to.
07/28/02 at 11:02:00
Mohja

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Mohja
08/08/02 at 11:12:33
[color=Maroon]The movie of your life...[/color] [color=blue] "Once a person asked the Prophet (pbuh) who the wisest man is. The Prophet (pbuh) replied that the wisest man is he who remembers death most often and makes the greatest preparation for it." (at-Tabrani) [/color][color=Maroon] Remember that each day you live will never return again. And remember that on the Day of Judgment you will see your life as a "movie" - with you as the "star". Your entire life will be played in front of you on the Day of Resurrection. The way you live your life now is being filmed by Allah. And remember that Allah's "Camera" misses nothing - everything is recorded. Every now and again Allah makes us hear about or see people dieing - This is not a coincidence. This is to remind us, that just like them, one day we too will go home to Him. Remember this and live a life that is pleasing to Allah. Because one day you will have to watch your "movie" - a "movie" you made by your own hands . . . Be wise - prepare for death before it comes. [/color]

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
08/09/02 at 10:10:27
Don't give up [color=Blue] Abu Hurairah reported Allah's Messenger (may Allah's Blessings and Peace be upon him) said: "The supplication (dua) of the servant is granted if he does not become impatient. It was said: "O Allah's Messenger, what does "become impatient" mean? He (pbuh) said: "That he should say: I supplicated and I supplicated but I did not find it being responded. and thus he becomes frustrated and abandons supplication." (Sahih Muslim Book 035, Number 6595) [/color] Have you been asking Allah for something or some things and it looks like He has not yet answered you? Well ..... DON'T GIVE UP! Allah always answers our prayers. He is Al Mujeeb : The Answerer of Prayers! When and how He will answer, though, is a secret that only He knows. But rest assured, He will answer you. It does not matter how big or difficult your request may seem to you ... keep on asking Him ... He is Allah - the Creator of this Universe who knows no difficulty. Keep on knocking at His Door and DON'T GIVE UP! And one day, when you least expect it - SUDDENLY- there is your answer. The Answerer of Prayers always comes through ... for those who refuse to give up!

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
08/11/02 at 21:38:52
[color=Maroon]Smile...[/color] [color=blue] Abdullah ibn Harith reported about the Prophet: "I have never seen anyone more smiling than the Prophet of Allah." [/color][color=Maroon] The Prophet (peace be upon him) was always smiling. And he had the toughest life of any of us. None of our problems can even begin to compare to what he faced. And yet, may peace be upon him, he was always smiling. How about us? Are you always smiling? Why not? You can't imagine what a difference it makes for people when you meet them with a big smile and a warm "Al Salamu Alaykum" . It brings joy to any human heart. And it just might turn their day around. Remember, no one needs a smile as much as he who has no smile to give. From now on, when you wake up in the morning and go out to face the world . . . Smile . . . And Allah will smile upon you. [/color]

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
08/12/02 at 19:41:00
How you deal with others... [color=blue] On the authority of Abu Mas'ud al-Ansari (may Allah be pleased with him), who said that the Messenger of Allah (may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) said: "A man from among those who were before you was called to account. Nothing in the way of good was found for him except that he used to have (business) dealings with people and, being well-to-do, he would order his servants to overlook the debt of the man who had difficulty in repaying. The Prophet (PBUH) said that Allah said to this man: We are worthier than you of such an action. Overlook his sins." (Bukhari and Muslim) [/color] All Praise is to Allah the Most Wise and the Most Fair . . . As we deal with our fellow humans, so too will Allah deal with us when we meet Him. We have to find the strength and courage to forgive those whom we are angry with, help those who are in need of our help, show mercy to those who need compassion, give excuses to those who let us down . . . Because, truly, there will come a Day when WE will desperately need to be forgiven, helped, shown mercy to and given excuses by . . . The Lord of the Worlds when we stand before His Mighty Throne for Judgement. Never forget: How you deal with others is how the Most High will deal with you . . .

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Kashif
08/15/02 at 08:52:33
Masha'allah these are really good. Keep em coming! Kashif Wa Salaam
NS

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
09/14/02 at 08:17:37
To bring happiness... [color=blue] Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that the Prophet (may Allah's Blessings and Peace be upon him) said: "The best of deeds are to bring happiness to the heart of a fellow Muslim, to pay his debt, and to feed him bread." (Sahih Al Jami as-Saghir) [/color] The BEST deed you can do in the Sight of Allah is to bring happiness to the heart of another Muslim, to pay his debt or to feed him. The smile you bring to another's heart does not pass by Allah unrewarded. When you make someone happy ... you can be sure that Allah knows it and a day will come when Allah Himself, in reward for your deed, will bring happiness to your own heart. There are so many ways to bring happiness to people's hearts - in open and in secret. In open: buy them a present you know they have been wanting, comfort them in a time of difficulty, brighten their day with flowers. And in secret: you can pray for them. The single most answered prayer by Allah is a prayer of a muslim for another muslim without him knowing. Pray that Allah eases their difficulties, pray that Allah forgives and guides them, pray that Allah makes their heart happy in this life and the next. You may say ... "But this person will never know that I was praying for them." ... Isn't it enough that Allah knows?

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
09/16/02 at 14:22:43
Meeting the Prophet... [color=blue] Jabir bin Abd'Allah relates: "I was walking in the desert on the night of a full moon. I kept gazing at the moon because of its beauty. All of a sudden I saw the Prophet (pbuh) coming towards me. I kept looking between the full moon and the face of the Prophet (pbuh), and I swear by Allah, that the face of the Prophet (pbuh) was more beautiful in my eyes than the full moon." [/color] Do you ever dream of the day when you will finally meet the Prophet (pbuh) and he will meet you? When you will tell him "Al salamu alaykum O Prophet of Allah" and he (pbuh) will answer? That day is coming soon ... very soon. Don't ever doubt it. You should have absolute certainty of this Day. Insha'Allah the Prophet (peace be upon him) will meet his followers at the Pond from which he (pbuh) will give them a drink that is whiter than milk and sweeter than honey after which one will never feel thirst again. But ..... what have YOU done for that day? How many sunnas of the Prophet (pbuh) do you do everyday? How many times do you send blessings upon him daily? What does your day look like? What are your priorities in your day ... and in your life? Meeting the Prophet (pbuh) is joy unspeakable ... So, live your life right so that on the day you finally meet the best of all creation - Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) - he will be so happy to meet you ... and it will be the happiest day of your life (short of seeing Allah[swt]).

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
09/20/02 at 18:12:16
Have hope... [color=blue] Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) reported Allah's Messenger (may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) as saying: "Two men of those who enter Hell will shout loudly, and Allah, Mighty and Glorified be He, will say: "Bring them out." He will ask them why they shouted so loudly and they will reply: "We did so in order that You might have mercy on us." Allah will say: "My Mercy to you is that you should go and throw yourselves where you were in Hell." One of them will do so and Allah will make it coolness and peace for him, but the other will stand and not do so. Allah, Mighty and Exalted, will ask him: "What has prevented you from throwing yourself in as your companion did?" And he will reply: "My Lord, I have a hope that You will not send me back into it after You have taken me out of it." The Lord Most High will then say to him, "You will have your hope realized." And they both will be brought into Paradise by Allah's Mercy." (Tirmidhi) [/color] These two men, ARE ALREADY IN HELL, and still they did not lose hope in Allah's Mercy . . . So, for those of us who are still on this side of life what can we learn from this hadith?. . . We should never, ever, ever lose hope in the Mercy of Allah no matter what episode we face in this life . . . because Allah's Mercy is always very near and He, Glorified and Exalted, never dissapoints His Servants who have unfailing hope in His Gentle Mercy . . . So, have hope, have hope, no matter what it is you are facing - then you will see just how TRULY merciful our Creator is . . .

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
09/25/02 at 21:17:04
[color=Maroon]Neighbors...[/color] [color=Blue] Anas reported that the Prophet (may Allah's Blessings and Peace be upon him) said: "No Muslim dies, having four of his neighbors testify for his piety, saying that they know about him only good, but Allah, Exalted be He, will say : "I accept your testimony, and I forgive him what you don't know." (Ahmad and Al Hakeem) [/color][color=Maroon] The importance of neighbors in Islam cannot be emphasized enough. Jibreel (pbuh) kept on reminding the Prophet (pbuh) about kindness to neighbors so much so that he thought they would even have the right to inheritance conferred upon them! So ... how is your relationship with your neighbors? At the bare minimum ... you should not annoy them. Stop doing those things which may in any way bother them. Even better ... why not take the first step in showing them kindness? Any acts of kindness to neighbors will be rewarded greatly by Allah. No matter how small. Don't forget : their good testimony for you could help you out one day when you desperately need it. [/color]

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
10/02/02 at 15:13:34
[color=maroon]Duha prayer...[/color] [color=blue] Abu Dharr reported that the Prophet (may the Blessings and Peace of Allah be upon him) said: "When you get up in the morning charity is due from every one of the joints of your body. Every glorification of Allah (Subhan Allah) is a charity, every praising of Allah (Alhamdulilah) is a charity, every testification of La ilaha il Allah is a charity, every declaration of Allah's Greatness (Allahu Akbar) is a charity, enjoining good is a charity, forbidding evil is a charity, and two raka'ahs of Duha (forenoon) prayer compensate for all of this." (Muslim, no. 720) [/color] [color=maroon] In your body there are 360 joints!!!!! (Sahih Muslim) And everyday you have to give a charity on each one of these joints. We take so much for granted that all of these work properly without any effort on our part. But, if only one of these 360 were to fail you, then would you know its tremendous value. Really, even when only one part of our body hurts it makes life miserable. It is only when we fall sick that we appreciate health. Few of us are truly thankful to Allah for this tremendous blessing called health. But ... you can thank Allah for each of these 360 joints simply by praying 2 raka'ahs of Duha (forenoon) prayer. The time range for this prayer is from 20 minutes after sunrise to 20 minutes before Duhr prayer. Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her) used to perform the Duha prayer regularly and said[/color][color=blue]: "I would never stop doing them even if my parents were brought back to life!" (Malik Muwatta Book 9, No# 9.8.33)[/color] [color=maroon] Start lighting up your mornings with 2 raka'ahs of gratitude to Allah! [/color]

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
01/10/03 at 19:05:25
[color=Maroon]Hardships...[/color] [color=blue] Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that the Prophet (may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: "Hardships continue to befall a believing man and woman in their body, family and property until they meet Allah burdened with no sins." (Tirmidhi)[/color] [color=Maroon] Ever wonder why you get sick? Why you fall down the stairs, stub your toe, lose your paper on the computer, wreck your car, feel sad and depressed from "that problem" . . . ??? Why? Well, the good news is that Allah is cleaning you of your sins and preparing you for the day that you go home and meet Him. All of these "trials" clean you, so that on the day that you die, not only will the cloth you are wrapped in be clean, but you too will be clean of all your sins. But, remember to be patient. Next time Allah tries you, remember that it is from Allah and that He is purifying you of your sins, so smile and as Yaqoob told us, [/color][color=red]"Have a beautiful patience . . . " (Yusuf: 18 & 83 )[/color]. [color=Maroon]It is beautiful because you KNOW that Allah's relief is coming soon . . . [/color][color=red]"With every difficulty there must come relief . . . ." ( Al Inshirah : 6 ).[/color] [color=Maroon] We always complain when we are tested, but how easily we forget all the days we sinned against Allah . . . But because Allah is the Most Merciful and the Most Wise, with every test that He sends you, He is teaching you something. There is always a wisdom. Even in the smallest of tests, He is teaching you something or sending you a reminder. Make sure to get His lesson and be patient . . . The Most Merciful is purifying you ! [/color]
NS
01/10/03 at 19:06:22
Mohja

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
01/25/03 at 22:51:34
...Shy and Generous... [color=blue] On the authority of Salman (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet (may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon him said: "Verily Allah is Shy and Generous, He is Shy if a servant raises his hands to Him to ask Him for something, to return those hands back empty and without anything." (Ahmad and Tirmidhi) [/color] Subhan'Allah . . . That's all I can say . . . ALLAH feels Shy from us and only in rare moments do we feel shy from Him . . . Although He has already given us so much . . . Yet He feels Shy not to answer any request we bring to His Door! . . . After reading this hadith . . . One would be crazy to ask people instead of asking Allah. For while people get annoyed if you ask them . . . Allah is Pleased . . . And while people can not guarantee you anything . . . As this hadith shows, Allah is Generous . . . Since you took the time to raise your hands to Him, He will never let those hands go away empty!

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
02/03/03 at 01:42:50
[color=Maroon]First 10 days of Dhul-Hijjah[/color] [color=blue] Ibn Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that the Prophet of Allah (may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) said: "There are no days in which good deeds are more beloved to Allah than the first ten days of Dhul-Hijja." The people asked : "Not even Jihad for the sake of Allah?" The Prophet 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 for the cause, and came back with nothing." (Bukhari and Muslim)[/color] [color=Maroon] Starting Sun./Mon. February 2nd/3rd* insh'Allah, are the ten most beloved days of the entire year to Allah!!! When Allah informs us that these days are His most beloved . . . then there must be something extra special about them. Take advantage of them. The reward Allah gives for good deeds done for His Pleasure in these 10 days is greater than at any other time of the year!!! What deeds can we do? 1. FASTING . . . Why not fast all of the first 9 days? 2. TAHLEEL, TAKBEER and TAHMEED . . . Saying La ilaaha ill-Allaah, Allahu Akbar and Alhamdulilah. Let your tongue be constant in remembering Allah in these 10 days. 3. OFFERING A SACRIFICE . . . Remember: Whoever intends to offer a sacrifice should not cut his hair or nailis from the begginnig of the ten days until he offers his sacrifice. This applies even if you delegate someone else to make the sacrifice for you. 4. ALL GOOD DEEDS . . . Praying on time, Sunna and nawafil prayers, Dhuha prayer, Reading Quran, Giving Charity, Honoring Parents, Kindness to Relatives & Neighbours, Helping fellow muslims, Sending Blessings on the Prophet (pbuh), Bringing peace between 2 people, Visiting the sick, Forgiving those who hurt you. Gentle breezes of Allah's Mercy will be descending during these 10 days . . . Let His Mercy find you involved in the deeds that please Him. [/color] [i]* depends on whether you're following Saudi Arabia or the Fiqh Council of North America[/i]
02/03/03 at 01:51:35
Mohja

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
jannah
02/03/03 at 03:11:50
Mohja, just a note Fiqh Council is going with Saudi this year inshaAllah. so the dates should be the same... yayy less confusion :)

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
02/05/03 at 02:48:48
cool! all the madinans will eid at the same time insh'Allah :-* this must be a first  :-[
02/05/03 at 02:49:38
Mohja

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
02/05/03 at 03:08:24
Arafat Day [color=blue] Abu Qatadah reports the Prophet (may Allah's Blessings and Peace be upon him) as saying: "Fasting the Day of Arafat will be credited by Allah with forgiving one's sins of the previous year and the coming year." (Muslim) [/color] Mon Feb. 10th (9th of Dhul Hijja) insh'Allah will be Arafat Day !!! There is not a single day that the sun rises on more beloved to Allah than the Day of Arafat! This is the best day for doa! All the pilgrims will be standing on the Mountain of Mercy at Arafat seeking Allah's Forgiveness. On this Day Allah frees more people from the Fire than any other day! The Prophet (pbuh) said[color=blue]: "There is no day on which Allah frees more of His slaves from Fire than the Day of Arafat, and He verily draws near, then boasts of them before the angels, saying: ‘What do they seek?’” (Muslim). And in another hadith: “Verily Allah boasts of the people of Arafat before the people of Heaven (angels) saying: ‘Look to my servants who have come to Me disheveled and dusty. ”[/color] Also, this is the day on which Allah completed His Religion and perfected His Favor. It was on this very day that the Prophet (pbuh) performed his pilgrimage and while he (pbuh) was standing on Arafat Mountain, Allah revealed to Him the verse (interpretation of meaning) [color=red]: "This day I have perfected your religion for you, completed My Favor upon you, and have chosen for you Islam as your religion." (Al-Maidah :3)[/color] Not only should you fast this day, but make sure to ask Allah for all of your prayers. [color=blue]The Prophet said: "The best doa is the doa of Arafat." (Tirmidhi)[/color] Before the sun sets make sure to spend some time calling on Allah. Make sure to ask Him for all you have in your heart. This is a day when Allah rejects no prayers. Ask Him for everything, everything, everything. Even those prayers you feel you don't deserve, those prayers you feel are impossible. Remember you are asking The Generous One, the One Who is Capable of All, the One who simply says to a thing "Be!" and it will be.
NS

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
03/04/03 at 13:14:02
[color=Maroon]Be Gentle...[/color] [color=blue] Ayesha (may Allah be pleased with her) relates that the Holy Prophet (may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) said: "Allah is Gentle and loves gentleness and bestows upon gentleness that which He does not bestow upon harshness or anything else." (Muslim)[/color] [color=Maroon] Have you ever really looked at the petals of a rose? . . . Or at the soft fluttering of a butterfly? . . . They remind one of the soft gentleness that comes from their Creator. . . This hadith tells us that Allah is Gentle and loves gentleness. . . How much do we introduce gentleness into our lives? In our dealings with our parents, with our siblings, with our peers, with animals, with plants, even with our own selves? . . . Or are we more often harsh? If Allah loves gentleness, then clearly He dislikes harshness . . . Harshness of words, of attitude and of character . . . We should strive to be more gentle in our day-to-day dealings . . . If the Lord of the Worlds is Gentle . . . Then how about us? . . . [/color]
03/04/03 at 13:14:49
Mohja

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
03/16/03 at 20:34:43
Make Peace... [color=blue] On the authority of Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Messenger of Allah (may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) said: "The gates of Paradise will be opened on Mondays and Thursdays and every servant of Allah, who associates nothing with Allah will be forgiven, EXCEPT for the man who has a grudge against his brother. About them it will be said: Delay these two until they are reconciled; delay these two until they are reconciled, delay these two until they are reconciled." (Muslim)[/color] Look at the beauty of Islam . . . Allah will not forgive His Servants so long as they are holding grudges against one another. . . So, if there is someone in your life right now who you are not on such good terms with, WHY NOT be the one to initiate reconcilliation?. . . Why not be the one who takes the first step to making peace? . . . NO DOUBT, it is very difficult for our ego, but Allah, The Lord of the Exalted Throne, who Forgives again and again, loves those who forgive others . . . who sacrifice their own pride for the sake of Allah. Be the first one to make peace, and you will be the first one to receive the beautiful gifts of Allah's Forgiveness and Good Pleasure . . .

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
04/07/03 at 17:01:52
[color=Maroon]Prepare...[/color] [color=blue] On the authority of 'Adiyy ibn Hatim (may Allah be pleased with him) who said that the Messenger of Allah (may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) said: "Each one of you will surely stand before Allah, without a screen between Him and you, nor an interpreter to translate for you. Then Allah will say to you: Did I not bring you wealth? And you will say: Yes. Then Allah will say: Did I not send to you a messenger? And he will say: Yes. And he will look to his right and will see nothing but Hell-Fire, then he will look to his left and see nothing but Hell-Fire, so let each of you protect himself against Hell-Fire, be it even with half a date - and if he can't find that, then with a kind word." (Bukhari) [/color][color=Maroon] Every day that we live we take a step closer to the day of our death . . . . . and to the day that we must meet Allah. Although most people do not like to think about death . . . but it is a reality . . . The best thing is if we face it now . . .Put it into consideration now . . . And make preparation for it now . . . This hadith tells us that we should prepare for that day by giving away even half a date or a kind word . . . So why don't we try, EVERY SINGLE DAY, to give away something for the sake of Allah, to prepare for the day when we meet Him . . . And remember: NOTHING IS TOO SMALL . . . EVEN A KIND WORD! [/color]

Re: Tadhkira (Reminder)
Mohja
08/14/03 at 18:35:25
Say it first... [color=blue] The Prophet (may the blessings and peace of Allah be upon him) said: "The closest of you to Allah are those who give the greeting of peace (Assalamu alaykum!) first." (Tirmidhi, Ahmad, Ibn Majah) [/color] Subhan'Allah!!! Something so simple as being the first one to give the greeting of peace . . . makes you closest to Allah! It is simple, but rarely do we do it. In these days, some of us feel shy and embarassed to offer the greeting of peace to o thers. . . Even though the meaning of what you are doing is so beautiful . . . You are offering them some of the most precious gifts . . . Peace, The Mercy of Allah, and the Blessings of Allah . . . Why be so stingy to offer others such a beautiul gift? Remember: Always be the FIRST one to offer the greeting of peace . . .   ASSALMU ALAYKUM WA RAHMAT ALLAHI WA BARAKATU !!! :)
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