Few Common Mistakes Made in Ramadan
August 13th, 2010 — Ramadan
(In the Name of Allah (SWT), Most Gracious, Most Merciful, all praise and thanks are due to Allah, Lord of the Realms and peace and blessings be upon His Messenger (SAWS) and upon all his family and companions)
When it comes to Ramadan and its blessings we are to flourish each and every part of our body and soul, the entire submission to nothing else but Allah (SWT) and seeking forgiveness from no one else more than ever in the Month of Ramadan and this all is said to be done.
But there is something that requires your attention, we all do seek and focus on the benefits and rewards promised in this month, but have we ever thought of the mistakes that we are capable of making in such a Holy Month.
Well, I know what your answer would be and probably that is why below are some mistakes to avoid especially in the Month of Ramadan:
IFTAAR PARTIES:
It has been encouraged by Islam that inviting one and another to break fast is good and considered highly, but in the name of socialism and modernism some masses have taken this quite far which leads to those acts that are strictly forbidden in Islam such as flirting, disappearance of Hijaab, mixing, dancing of different sexes is forbidden.
RAMADAN As RITUAL:
For many of us certain things have just become things of mere repetition which has made us lose the originality and the actual cause the actual intention and the actual reason which ISLAM has obligated us to do, thus for many Ramadan has become a ritual for many without even knowing the reason why we fast.
FOOD & DRINK:
For some food and drink has become more than anything and while they are fasting all they can think of where to break their fast and when would be the time for that.
COOKING TAKES TIME:
For many wives that is a problem and they are often found cooking the entire day which is very wrong, Ramadan is the month of blessings and forgiveness you are expected to make most out of it by praying, fasting, reciting Quran, worshipping rather than cooking or wasting time planning for cooking.
EATING LIKE ANYTHING:
We have developed a habit of eating more than we can take and filling our bellies up has become a norm which is not according to SUNAH and thus is very wrong as we are always told to be moderate.
The Prophet (Sal Allaahu Alaiyhi wa Sallam) said: “The son of Adam does not fill any vessel worse than his stomach; for the son of Adam a few mouthfuls are sufficient to keep his back straight. If you must fill it, then one-third for food, one-third for drink and one-third for air.” (Tirmidhi, Ibn Maajah. saheeh by al-Albaani).
SLEEPING ALL DAY:
People are with the understanding that sleeping while fasting is great as they wont feel that much that they are fasting and will keep away from other eating and talking distractions. Well, negligence is never excused and this is what they are liable to as they should be the ones gathering the blessings of this Month to the maximum rather than sleeping and wasting precious time.
Tuesday, 22 March 2011
Why Generosity is Required in Ramadan
Why Generosity is Required in Ramadan
August 15th, 2010 — Ramadan
When it comes to the Month of Ramadan there is nothing that one can come across in the life time and the only way to know the real potentials of this special Month one is expected to acquire appropriate knowledge followed by understanding which makes it easy for a person to adopt and practice the precise teachings of ISLAM.
Before we are to go any further it is important to make it clear that the Month of Fasting, Ramadan is the Month in which Allah (SWT) raise the rewards and chances of HIS blessing upon mankind and this is where you are to know that our Beloved Prophet (SAWS) use to prepare and take special measures to practice and spend the Holy month.
Well, we should know why as to our understanding we as Muslims should follow HIS (SAWS) footsteps to be in a better position and this is what is required to know that our Beloved Prophet (SAWS) use to be more than before generous in this particular Month and this is for us to know that Ramadan in a special month.
Our Beloved Prophet (SAWS) said: «He, who serves food to a fasting person to break his fast, receives a reward like his reward, without reducing anything from the reward of the fasting person.» [reported by At-Tirmizi and others]
We are affirmed that in the Month of Ramadan Allah (SWT) showers his mercy, blessings and forgiveness on those who abstain and follow the recommended path and forgive those and their previous sins to make them a better Muslim and this is where you are know that all evils are imprisoned to help believers devote their attention and time to benefit in more rewards and mercy and forgiveness.
But for those who even then fail to submit to The Creator, what else can be said about them apart from praying that may ALLAH (SWT) guide them and help them to identify and learn and understand the path of glory the right path forgiveness, the path which leads to prosperity, success and forgiveness. (AMEEN)
August 15th, 2010 — Ramadan
When it comes to the Month of Ramadan there is nothing that one can come across in the life time and the only way to know the real potentials of this special Month one is expected to acquire appropriate knowledge followed by understanding which makes it easy for a person to adopt and practice the precise teachings of ISLAM.
Before we are to go any further it is important to make it clear that the Month of Fasting, Ramadan is the Month in which Allah (SWT) raise the rewards and chances of HIS blessing upon mankind and this is where you are to know that our Beloved Prophet (SAWS) use to prepare and take special measures to practice and spend the Holy month.
Well, we should know why as to our understanding we as Muslims should follow HIS (SAWS) footsteps to be in a better position and this is what is required to know that our Beloved Prophet (SAWS) use to be more than before generous in this particular Month and this is for us to know that Ramadan in a special month.
Our Beloved Prophet (SAWS) said: «He, who serves food to a fasting person to break his fast, receives a reward like his reward, without reducing anything from the reward of the fasting person.» [reported by At-Tirmizi and others]
We are affirmed that in the Month of Ramadan Allah (SWT) showers his mercy, blessings and forgiveness on those who abstain and follow the recommended path and forgive those and their previous sins to make them a better Muslim and this is where you are know that all evils are imprisoned to help believers devote their attention and time to benefit in more rewards and mercy and forgiveness.
But for those who even then fail to submit to The Creator, what else can be said about them apart from praying that may ALLAH (SWT) guide them and help them to identify and learn and understand the path of glory the right path forgiveness, the path which leads to prosperity, success and forgiveness. (AMEEN)
Itikaf & its Virtues in the month of Ramadan
Itikaf & its Virtues in the month of Ramadan
August 15th, 2010 — Ramadan
Let’s keep things simple and easy for us to understand, we all claim to know our religion well but we fail to understand that what in real terms our religion expects us to practice and the entire thought of understanding would contribute to the rewards which Allah (SWT) has promised us.
As said keeping things to the point and simple will make you explain more about our religion and today what I would like to focus is upon the upcoming blessed Month of fasting known as Ramadan and its virtues in context for the act of worship known as ITIKAF, which is to performed by staying at a Mosque.
Well, when we say Mosques instantly you are to compare the two separate conclusions that a person performing ITIKAF in the greatest of all months will be involved in such great acts like offering Salat in congregation will make him achieve rewards 27 times more than normally and the entire act of praying is done with peace of mind and devotion.
On the other hand when we compare a person who is not performing ITIKAF in the month of Ramadan and is at work will not be able to pray in congregation and will always be in a rush to pray and get back to business which continues to cause distraction, thus losing consistency and devotion that does not allow him to achieve any reward.
Thus, ITIKAF makes it easy for the person (Mutakif) performing to devote himself solely towards ALLAH (SWT) and this is where you are to understand all the benefits concerned with it breaking all the ties from the outside world and indulge in prayers and worshipping the Creator.
“And seek help in patience and As-salat (the prayer) and truly, it is extremely heavy and hard except for Al-Khaashi’un (i.e. the true believers in Allah – those who obey Allah with full submission, fear much from His punishment, and believe in His Promise and in His Warning). (They are those) who are certain that they are going to meet their Lord, and that unto Him they are going to return.”(Surah 2)
In addition: “Successful indeed are the believers. Those who offer their salat (prayers) with all solemnity and full submissiveness. And those who turn away from Al-Laghw (dirty, false, evil vain talk, falsehood, and all that Allah has forbidden).(Surah 23)
August 15th, 2010 — Ramadan
Let’s keep things simple and easy for us to understand, we all claim to know our religion well but we fail to understand that what in real terms our religion expects us to practice and the entire thought of understanding would contribute to the rewards which Allah (SWT) has promised us.
As said keeping things to the point and simple will make you explain more about our religion and today what I would like to focus is upon the upcoming blessed Month of fasting known as Ramadan and its virtues in context for the act of worship known as ITIKAF, which is to performed by staying at a Mosque.
Well, when we say Mosques instantly you are to compare the two separate conclusions that a person performing ITIKAF in the greatest of all months will be involved in such great acts like offering Salat in congregation will make him achieve rewards 27 times more than normally and the entire act of praying is done with peace of mind and devotion.
On the other hand when we compare a person who is not performing ITIKAF in the month of Ramadan and is at work will not be able to pray in congregation and will always be in a rush to pray and get back to business which continues to cause distraction, thus losing consistency and devotion that does not allow him to achieve any reward.
Thus, ITIKAF makes it easy for the person (Mutakif) performing to devote himself solely towards ALLAH (SWT) and this is where you are to understand all the benefits concerned with it breaking all the ties from the outside world and indulge in prayers and worshipping the Creator.
“And seek help in patience and As-salat (the prayer) and truly, it is extremely heavy and hard except for Al-Khaashi’un (i.e. the true believers in Allah – those who obey Allah with full submission, fear much from His punishment, and believe in His Promise and in His Warning). (They are those) who are certain that they are going to meet their Lord, and that unto Him they are going to return.”(Surah 2)
In addition: “Successful indeed are the believers. Those who offer their salat (prayers) with all solemnity and full submissiveness. And those who turn away from Al-Laghw (dirty, false, evil vain talk, falsehood, and all that Allah has forbidden).(Surah 23)
Itikaf – An Act of Worship for the Fasting Month
Itikaf – An Act of Worship for the Fasting Month
August 15th, 2010 — Ramadan
We as Muslims are to learn and practice the very ISLAM that is told by us by our Beloved prophet (SAWS) and our Creator, The One & Only and The Lord For the entire universe, ALLAH (SWT) has made it as an obligation to understand and the true religion of its kind which is for sure better than any other religion.
Thus the time has come for our ummah to understand the importance of such things which have been widely accepted and practiced in the past, but as time passed their understanding and practice has diminished which is quite depressing. For this reason today we are to know the importance of ITIKAF in the month of Fasting, Ramadan.
Yes, that is right fasting is one of the important pillars in ISLAM and this comes in the month of Ramadan which is told to us by several Hadith and Quran verses that the Month of Ramadan is a true blessing to the mankind and those who want to seek mercy, forgiveness and blessings should pray and worship in abundance to please their Lord, ALLAH (SWT).
This is where performing ITIKAF provides the ultimate spiritual retreat to make things happen for you and this is an ultimate opportunity to devote oneself to the maximum limits of submission and this is where one is left with no other diversions or thoughts but to stay at Mosque refraining from the daily worries of life and praying to ALLAH (SWT) for HIS mercy.
Our Beloved Prophet (SAWS) said: “The persons who secludes himself (in the Masjid in I’tikaf) in true faith and hope (for the reward of Allah), all of his previous sins shall be forgiven.” (Kanzul Ummal, Hadith 24007)
This is what you are to understand that ISLAM began its journey from devotion and the revelation started from ITIKAF and this is where Allah (SWT) said: “And when We made the House a pilgrimage for mankind and a (place of) security, and said, ‘Appoint for yourselves a place of prayer on the standing-place of Ibrahim [Maqam-e-Ibrahim].’ And We enjoined Ibrahim and Ismail saying: ‘Purify My House for those who visit (it) and those who abide (in it) for devotion, those who bow down (and) those who prostrate themselves.’ (Suratul Baqarah (2), Verse 125)
Thus the importance of ITIKAF is to be understood and practiced with ultimate succession as Allah (SWT) has promised great rewards, but to qualify for those you are to perform this act of worship in accordance with devotion and purity of your heart in the special month of Ramadan. May ALLAH (SWT) help you achieve what you seek (AMEEN).
August 15th, 2010 — Ramadan
We as Muslims are to learn and practice the very ISLAM that is told by us by our Beloved prophet (SAWS) and our Creator, The One & Only and The Lord For the entire universe, ALLAH (SWT) has made it as an obligation to understand and the true religion of its kind which is for sure better than any other religion.
Thus the time has come for our ummah to understand the importance of such things which have been widely accepted and practiced in the past, but as time passed their understanding and practice has diminished which is quite depressing. For this reason today we are to know the importance of ITIKAF in the month of Fasting, Ramadan.
Yes, that is right fasting is one of the important pillars in ISLAM and this comes in the month of Ramadan which is told to us by several Hadith and Quran verses that the Month of Ramadan is a true blessing to the mankind and those who want to seek mercy, forgiveness and blessings should pray and worship in abundance to please their Lord, ALLAH (SWT).
This is where performing ITIKAF provides the ultimate spiritual retreat to make things happen for you and this is an ultimate opportunity to devote oneself to the maximum limits of submission and this is where one is left with no other diversions or thoughts but to stay at Mosque refraining from the daily worries of life and praying to ALLAH (SWT) for HIS mercy.
Our Beloved Prophet (SAWS) said: “The persons who secludes himself (in the Masjid in I’tikaf) in true faith and hope (for the reward of Allah), all of his previous sins shall be forgiven.” (Kanzul Ummal, Hadith 24007)
This is what you are to understand that ISLAM began its journey from devotion and the revelation started from ITIKAF and this is where Allah (SWT) said: “And when We made the House a pilgrimage for mankind and a (place of) security, and said, ‘Appoint for yourselves a place of prayer on the standing-place of Ibrahim [Maqam-e-Ibrahim].’ And We enjoined Ibrahim and Ismail saying: ‘Purify My House for those who visit (it) and those who abide (in it) for devotion, those who bow down (and) those who prostrate themselves.’ (Suratul Baqarah (2), Verse 125)
Thus the importance of ITIKAF is to be understood and practiced with ultimate succession as Allah (SWT) has promised great rewards, but to qualify for those you are to perform this act of worship in accordance with devotion and purity of your heart in the special month of Ramadan. May ALLAH (SWT) help you achieve what you seek (AMEEN).
Special Deeds of Our Beloved Prophet (SAWS) in Ramadan
Special Deeds of Our Beloved Prophet (SAWS) in Ramadan
August 26th, 2010 — Ramadan
UPLIFT IN FAITH:
Ramadan is the month at whom arrival, Muslims are delightful and the entire environment, the aroma around the entire neighborhood changes that makes it even more predictive that The Month of Blessings and Mercy has began where uplift in faith results in more attention towards prayers, worship, Quran recitation & a clear inclined in sins is the month of Ramadan.
Ramadan with its blessing offers such opportunities that entire Muslims Umah change their timings / routine for eating, standing in prayer, sleeping as they do not seek anything else but forgiveness with complete submission to Allah (SWT). Seeking blessings, mercy and forgiveness for the life herein and hereafter as the result of a month long ritual of devotion, piety and abstinence.
PREVAILING DIVERSITY:
It is of the fact that many of us Muslims prepare for the very special month and it is of a fact that the diverse cultures are to establish and make certain aspects prevail in their own role playing duties. Special worshipping and praying in Ramadan may affect their practice as the timings of office
On the other hand a school / college student may find it difficult to set aside their studies however praying and Quran Recitation should be done with Taraweeh, while house wives find themselves busy preparing food and managing households, but may visit the ladies morning in which one daily Juz of Quran is studied.
OUR BELOVED PROPHET LIFE’S A LESSON TO MANKIND:
We as Muslims are provided with certain aspects of life which are perfect in every sense and if one is unable to understand the benefits does not stop to come and this is where one is to examine and learn the life of our Beloved Prophet (SAWS) for which HE practiced to be more:
Generous: Narrated Ibn Abbas: “The Prophet was the most generous amongst the people, and he used to be more so in the month of Ramadan when Jibreel visited him, and Jibreel used to meet him on every night of Ramadan till the end of the month. The Prophet used to recite the Qur’an to Jibreel, and when Jibreel met him, he used to be more generous than a fast wind (which causes rain and welfare).” (Al-Bukhari, 3/31, no. 126)
Quran Recitation: The Prophet (SAWS) use to recite Quran to Jibreel every night in Ramadan by which it use to recite Quran and memorize the entire revelation upon Him till that time.
Secluded Worship for last ten days of Ramadan: “The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) would go into seclusion for (the last) 10 days during the month of Ramadan, but the year in which he passed away he went into seclusion for 20 days.” (Al-Bukhari)
August 26th, 2010 — Ramadan
UPLIFT IN FAITH:
Ramadan is the month at whom arrival, Muslims are delightful and the entire environment, the aroma around the entire neighborhood changes that makes it even more predictive that The Month of Blessings and Mercy has began where uplift in faith results in more attention towards prayers, worship, Quran recitation & a clear inclined in sins is the month of Ramadan.
Ramadan with its blessing offers such opportunities that entire Muslims Umah change their timings / routine for eating, standing in prayer, sleeping as they do not seek anything else but forgiveness with complete submission to Allah (SWT). Seeking blessings, mercy and forgiveness for the life herein and hereafter as the result of a month long ritual of devotion, piety and abstinence.
PREVAILING DIVERSITY:
It is of the fact that many of us Muslims prepare for the very special month and it is of a fact that the diverse cultures are to establish and make certain aspects prevail in their own role playing duties. Special worshipping and praying in Ramadan may affect their practice as the timings of office
On the other hand a school / college student may find it difficult to set aside their studies however praying and Quran Recitation should be done with Taraweeh, while house wives find themselves busy preparing food and managing households, but may visit the ladies morning in which one daily Juz of Quran is studied.
OUR BELOVED PROPHET LIFE’S A LESSON TO MANKIND:
We as Muslims are provided with certain aspects of life which are perfect in every sense and if one is unable to understand the benefits does not stop to come and this is where one is to examine and learn the life of our Beloved Prophet (SAWS) for which HE practiced to be more:
Generous: Narrated Ibn Abbas: “The Prophet was the most generous amongst the people, and he used to be more so in the month of Ramadan when Jibreel visited him, and Jibreel used to meet him on every night of Ramadan till the end of the month. The Prophet used to recite the Qur’an to Jibreel, and when Jibreel met him, he used to be more generous than a fast wind (which causes rain and welfare).” (Al-Bukhari, 3/31, no. 126)
Quran Recitation: The Prophet (SAWS) use to recite Quran to Jibreel every night in Ramadan by which it use to recite Quran and memorize the entire revelation upon Him till that time.
Secluded Worship for last ten days of Ramadan: “The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) would go into seclusion for (the last) 10 days during the month of Ramadan, but the year in which he passed away he went into seclusion for 20 days.” (Al-Bukhari)
Dua For 23rd Ramadan (2nd Shab-e-Qadr)
Dua For 23rd Ramadan (2nd Shab-e-Qadr)
September 2nd, 2010 — Ramadan
(In the Name of Allah (SWT), Most Gracious, Most Merciful, all praise and thanks are due to Allah, Lord of the Realms and peace and blessings be upon His Messenger (SAWS) and upon all his family and companions)
The Following Dua is compiled for you to make this Ramadan’s special night even better and in addition, glorify and justify those chances to make this happen in a much better way and this is why you are advised to consider the following Dua:
O Lord of Lailatul Qadr! (Night of Destiny!
Who has made it better than 1000 months!
O the Lord of the day and the night and the mountains and oceans, the Lord of light and darkness!
O the Lord of the earth and the skies!
O the Creator! O the Designer!
O Kind!
O One Who favours!
O Allah Who maintains everything!
O Allah!
O the Kindest!
O Allah!
O the Creator of new things!
O Allah! O Allah! O Allah!
The best names are for Thee alone.
Thou hast control over all virtues.
I ask Thee to send blessings on Muhammad (S.A.W.) and his Aal (A.S.).
Write my name, in this Night of Qadr, among the names of the fortunate.
Let my soul keep the company of the martyrs.
Let my good deeds be reckoned with “Illiyeen” (those exalted).
Forgive my sins.
Bestow on me such belief that Thou may be nearest to my heart.
Give me such understanding that all the doubts may be removed.
Let me be contended over that which has been ordained for me:
Let me have goodness and virtues in this world and the next.
Save me from the glowing fire of Hell. Encourage me towards Tine remembrance with pleasure and to be penitent.
Give me all those virtues that Thou hast given to Muhammad (S.A.W.) and Aal-e-Muhammad (A.S.).
(May Allah Send down Blessings and Mercy upon our Master Muhammad, the crowned one, and the one with holy ascension and the owner of buraq, mount of light who is the best in adab (conduct), intercessor of ummahs (communities), blessed with eminence and generosity. Salutation of Peace to the Prophet and his noble followers. Assalatu wa assalamu alayka Ya Rasool Allah)
September 2nd, 2010 — Ramadan
(In the Name of Allah (SWT), Most Gracious, Most Merciful, all praise and thanks are due to Allah, Lord of the Realms and peace and blessings be upon His Messenger (SAWS) and upon all his family and companions)
The Following Dua is compiled for you to make this Ramadan’s special night even better and in addition, glorify and justify those chances to make this happen in a much better way and this is why you are advised to consider the following Dua:
O Lord of Lailatul Qadr! (Night of Destiny!
Who has made it better than 1000 months!
O the Lord of the day and the night and the mountains and oceans, the Lord of light and darkness!
O the Lord of the earth and the skies!
O the Creator! O the Designer!
O Kind!
O One Who favours!
O Allah Who maintains everything!
O Allah!
O the Kindest!
O Allah!
O the Creator of new things!
O Allah! O Allah! O Allah!
The best names are for Thee alone.
Thou hast control over all virtues.
I ask Thee to send blessings on Muhammad (S.A.W.) and his Aal (A.S.).
Write my name, in this Night of Qadr, among the names of the fortunate.
Let my soul keep the company of the martyrs.
Let my good deeds be reckoned with “Illiyeen” (those exalted).
Forgive my sins.
Bestow on me such belief that Thou may be nearest to my heart.
Give me such understanding that all the doubts may be removed.
Let me be contended over that which has been ordained for me:
Let me have goodness and virtues in this world and the next.
Save me from the glowing fire of Hell. Encourage me towards Tine remembrance with pleasure and to be penitent.
Give me all those virtues that Thou hast given to Muhammad (S.A.W.) and Aal-e-Muhammad (A.S.).
(May Allah Send down Blessings and Mercy upon our Master Muhammad, the crowned one, and the one with holy ascension and the owner of buraq, mount of light who is the best in adab (conduct), intercessor of ummahs (communities), blessed with eminence and generosity. Salutation of Peace to the Prophet and his noble followers. Assalatu wa assalamu alayka Ya Rasool Allah)
WHO IS WITH AN OBLIGATION TO PRAY
WHO IS WITH AN OBLIGATION TO PRAY
Umm Atiyah (RA) reported: “The Messenger of Allah (saw) commanded us to bring out on Eid-al-Fitr and Eid-al-Adha, young women, hijab-observing adult women and the menstruating women. The menstruating women stayed out of actual Salaat but participated in good deeds and Duaa (supplication). I (Umm Atiyah) said to the Holy Prophet (saw): Oh! Messenger of Allah, one does not have an outer garment. He replied: Let her sister cover her with her garment.”( Muslim )
Umm Atiyah (RA) reported: “The Messenger of Allah (saw) commanded us to bring out on Eid-al-Fitr and Eid-al-Adha, young women, hijab-observing adult women and the menstruating women. The menstruating women stayed out of actual Salaat but participated in good deeds and Duaa (supplication). I (Umm Atiyah) said to the Holy Prophet (saw): Oh! Messenger of Allah, one does not have an outer garment. He replied: Let her sister cover her with her garment.”( Muslim )
EID-UL-FITR – DUTIES AND OBLIGATIONS
EID-UL-FITR – DUTIES AND OBLIGATIONS
September 7th, 2010 — Ramadan
Anas (RA), a companion of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) reported that when the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) migrated from Makkah to Madinah, the people of Madinah used to have two festivals. On those two days they had carnivals and festivity. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) asked the Ansaar (the Muslims of Madinah) about it.
They replied that before Islam they used to have carnivals on those two joyous days. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) told them: ‘Instead of those two days, Allah has appointed two other days which are better, the days of Eid-al-Fitr and Eid-al-Adha.’ (Hadith)
END OF RAMADAN – EID-UL-FITR
Ramadan the very special month from all the other months is the ninth month and to the very end of its blessings and mercy the next very first day of the Islamic month is Shawwal and this is precisely where you are to know that this is the day of EID, EID-UL-FITR. This is the day of joy and success and peace and happiness which Muslims are awarded on the very day.
Thus this is the true Thanksgiving Day in all sense where Muslims celebrate the joy and thanks ALLAH (SWT) to make it worth the month in their life time and bless them with the opportunity to take advantage of such a divine holy month.
SUNNAH OF EID
Wake up early in the morning
Prepare your clothes and other aspects related to cleanliness
Have a shower before wearing new clothes.
Take special measures for the cleanliness such as brushing your teeth.
Put on those clothes which are the best you have, new are not necessary (should be clean)
Use perfume (used by men only).
Have breakfast before leaving for EID-UL-FITR.
On Eid-al-Adha, eat breakfast after Salaat or after sacrifice (if you are doing a sacrifice).
Pay Zakaat-al-Fitr before Salaat-al-Eid (on Eid-al-Fitr).
Try to reach the prayer ground early.
Offer Salaat-al-Eid in congregation in an open place except when whether is not permitting like rain, snow, etc.
Recite the following Takbir on the way to Salaat and until the beginning of Salaat-al-Eid: Allaho-Akber, Allaho-Akber. La ila-ha ill-lal-lah. Allaho-Akber, Allaho-Akber. Wa-lilahill hamd.
Meaning in English: (Allah is great, Allah is great. There is no god but Allah. Allah is great, Allah is great. And all praises are for Allah).
OFFERING EID PRAYER
Ibn Abbass (RA) reported: “I participated in the Eid-ul-Fitr prayer with the Messenger of Allah (saw), Abu Bakr (RA), Umar (RA) and Uthman (RA), and all of them held Eid prayer before Khutbah, and then the Prophet Muhammad (saw) delivered the Khutbah (sermon).” (Muslim)
September 7th, 2010 — Ramadan
Anas (RA), a companion of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) reported that when the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) migrated from Makkah to Madinah, the people of Madinah used to have two festivals. On those two days they had carnivals and festivity. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) asked the Ansaar (the Muslims of Madinah) about it.
They replied that before Islam they used to have carnivals on those two joyous days. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) told them: ‘Instead of those two days, Allah has appointed two other days which are better, the days of Eid-al-Fitr and Eid-al-Adha.’ (Hadith)
END OF RAMADAN – EID-UL-FITR
Ramadan the very special month from all the other months is the ninth month and to the very end of its blessings and mercy the next very first day of the Islamic month is Shawwal and this is precisely where you are to know that this is the day of EID, EID-UL-FITR. This is the day of joy and success and peace and happiness which Muslims are awarded on the very day.
Thus this is the true Thanksgiving Day in all sense where Muslims celebrate the joy and thanks ALLAH (SWT) to make it worth the month in their life time and bless them with the opportunity to take advantage of such a divine holy month.
SUNNAH OF EID
Wake up early in the morning
Prepare your clothes and other aspects related to cleanliness
Have a shower before wearing new clothes.
Take special measures for the cleanliness such as brushing your teeth.
Put on those clothes which are the best you have, new are not necessary (should be clean)
Use perfume (used by men only).
Have breakfast before leaving for EID-UL-FITR.
On Eid-al-Adha, eat breakfast after Salaat or after sacrifice (if you are doing a sacrifice).
Pay Zakaat-al-Fitr before Salaat-al-Eid (on Eid-al-Fitr).
Try to reach the prayer ground early.
Offer Salaat-al-Eid in congregation in an open place except when whether is not permitting like rain, snow, etc.
Recite the following Takbir on the way to Salaat and until the beginning of Salaat-al-Eid: Allaho-Akber, Allaho-Akber. La ila-ha ill-lal-lah. Allaho-Akber, Allaho-Akber. Wa-lilahill hamd.
Meaning in English: (Allah is great, Allah is great. There is no god but Allah. Allah is great, Allah is great. And all praises are for Allah).
OFFERING EID PRAYER
Ibn Abbass (RA) reported: “I participated in the Eid-ul-Fitr prayer with the Messenger of Allah (saw), Abu Bakr (RA), Umar (RA) and Uthman (RA), and all of them held Eid prayer before Khutbah, and then the Prophet Muhammad (saw) delivered the Khutbah (sermon).” (Muslim)
Holy Month Of Ramadan:
Holy Month Of Ramadan:
To make you understand there are certain aspects which require attention and would like to put the spotlight on them for a while, as this is the case where many believers fail to understand is that they do not have a real control over their life and definitely no control over life and death.
While this is the case you are to remember Allah (SWT) and His Mercy. We might not be there to collect the blessings, mercy and forgiveness next year Ramadan as we are not certain about the very next breath we take and this is where you are to realize and make the special month Ramadan, the time where you ignore everything else, but not your religion, Allah (SWT).
Ask Yourself The Following Simple But Yet Effective Questions:
What have you prepared for the meeting with Allah (Subahanahu Wa Ta’ala)(SWT)?
What would you have liked to achieve?
How can you be better in your worship after Ramadan?
Our busy routine of fast paced life has made things on the very different side to what our religion expects us and this is where you are to know that there are certain aspects which make it ideal to practice your religion especially where all the rewards are ascertain and increased considerably in quantity and yet we are the ones ignoring it.
Our Busy Routine:
Allah (Subahanahu Wa Ta’ala) warns us in Surah Al-Imran: “Everyone shall taste death. And only on the Day of Resurrection shall you be paid your wages in full. And whoever is removed away from the fire and admitted to Paradise, he indeed is successful. The life of this world is only the enjoyment of deception (a deceiving thing).” [3:185]
Allah says: “(He) Who created death and life, that He may test which of you is best in deed. He is the All-Mighty, the Oft-Forgiving.” [67:2]
We are told on several occasions to remember death and fear it and prepare well for it since beginning as no one can be ascertain about the fact that when one is going to die so the best of the practice is to remember death. Make sure there is no ignorance in the special month of Ramadan and may we all from the will of Allah (SWT) practice and make the most out of this month as our very last time.
To make you understand there are certain aspects which require attention and would like to put the spotlight on them for a while, as this is the case where many believers fail to understand is that they do not have a real control over their life and definitely no control over life and death.
While this is the case you are to remember Allah (SWT) and His Mercy. We might not be there to collect the blessings, mercy and forgiveness next year Ramadan as we are not certain about the very next breath we take and this is where you are to realize and make the special month Ramadan, the time where you ignore everything else, but not your religion, Allah (SWT).
Ask Yourself The Following Simple But Yet Effective Questions:
What have you prepared for the meeting with Allah (Subahanahu Wa Ta’ala)(SWT)?
What would you have liked to achieve?
How can you be better in your worship after Ramadan?
Our busy routine of fast paced life has made things on the very different side to what our religion expects us and this is where you are to know that there are certain aspects which make it ideal to practice your religion especially where all the rewards are ascertain and increased considerably in quantity and yet we are the ones ignoring it.
Our Busy Routine:
Allah (Subahanahu Wa Ta’ala) warns us in Surah Al-Imran: “Everyone shall taste death. And only on the Day of Resurrection shall you be paid your wages in full. And whoever is removed away from the fire and admitted to Paradise, he indeed is successful. The life of this world is only the enjoyment of deception (a deceiving thing).” [3:185]
Allah says: “(He) Who created death and life, that He may test which of you is best in deed. He is the All-Mighty, the Oft-Forgiving.” [67:2]
We are told on several occasions to remember death and fear it and prepare well for it since beginning as no one can be ascertain about the fact that when one is going to die so the best of the practice is to remember death. Make sure there is no ignorance in the special month of Ramadan and may we all from the will of Allah (SWT) practice and make the most out of this month as our very last time.
about ramazaan
When it comes to ISLAM and its obligations we are ascertain that there are facts which we understand and practice about our religion, but for most of us it has become a normal practice to ignore the point of concern and the real focal requirement which our religion requires and today we will focus on such a point to help you understand the true religion and its importance.
We, Muslims are blessed with the Divine Holy Month of Ramadan in which it is clear that Allah (SWT) helps you to identify and practice the religion for which you are promised about the increased clear rewards for which reason you are to make the most out of the given option and this is where you need to understand Ramadan and its benefits
We, Muslims are blessed with the Divine Holy Month of Ramadan in which it is clear that Allah (SWT) helps you to identify and practice the religion for which you are promised about the increased clear rewards for which reason you are to make the most out of the given option and this is where you need to understand Ramadan and its benefits
Tips for a Better Husband and Wife Relationship
Tips for a Better Husband and Wife Relationship
_____________________________
By Ibrahim Bowers
Although many Muslims may right now be in failing marriages and on a fast track to divorce and its terrible consequences, there are many ways to put their marriage back on the right track if the husband and wife are sincere in their desire to reconcile. The following principles can be used by Muslims whose marriages are already in trouble or by Muslims who would like to avoid trouble in their marriage.
Examples of Negative
Relationship of Husband & Wife
Many Muslim husbands and wives treat each other like adversaries rather than partners. The husband feels that he is the boss, and whatever he says goes. The wife feels that she must squeeze everything she can out of her husband. Some wives never show their husband that they are satisfied with anything he does or buys for them in order to trick him into doing and buying more. They make him feel like a failure if he does not give them the lifestyle that their friends and families enjoy. Some husbands speak very harshly to their wives, humiliate them, and even physically abuse them. Their wives have no voice or opinion in the family.
Marriage In The Eyes of Allah
It is very sad that this relationship which Allah (SWT) has established for the good has been made a source of contention, deception, trickery, tyranny, humiliation, and abuse. This is not the way marriage is supposed to be.
Allah (SWT) described marriage very differently in the Holy Quran: '. . . He created for you mates from among yourselves, that ye may dwell in tranquillity with them, and He has put love and mercy between your (hearts) . . . " (Holy Quran 30:21, Yusuf Ali Translation).
Do not be a Tyrant
Regardless of whether or not Islam has made the husband the head of the household, Muslims are not supposed to be dictators and tyrants. We are taught to treat our wives well. The Prophet Muhammad (SAWS) was reported to have said: 'The most perfect Muslim in the matter of faith is one who has excellent behavior; and the best among you are those who behave best towards their wives" (From Mishkat al-Masabih, No. 0278(R) Transmitted by Tirmidhi).
Be Partners in the Decision Making Process.
Follow the principle of 'Shura," and make decisions as a family. There will be much more harmony in the family when decisions are not imposed and everyone feels that they had some part in making them.
Never be Emotionally
Never be emotionally, mentally, or physically abusive to your spouse. The Prophet (SAWS) never mistreated his wives. He is reported to have said: 'How could they beat their women in daytime as slaves and then sleep with them in the night?"
Be Careful of Your Words
Be very careful what you say when you are upset. Sometimes you will say things that you would never say when you were not angry. If you are angry, wait until you calm down before continuing the conversation.
Show Affection
Show affection for your mate. Be kind, gentle, and loving.
Be Your Spouse's Friend
Show interest in your mate's life. Too often, we live in the same house but know nothing about each other's lives. It would be great if the husband and wife could work together for the same cause or on the same project. They could perhaps establish a husband/wife prison ministry, take care of orphans in their home, or lead an Islamic weekend class.
Show Appreciation
Show appreciation for what your spouse does for the family. Never make your husband feel that he is not doing good enough for the family or that you are not satisfied with his work or his efforts, unless, of course, he is truly lazy and not even trying to provide for the family. The Prophet (SAWS) was reported to have said: 'On the Day of Judgment, God will not look upon the woman who has been ungrateful to her husband." (where is this hadith found) Show your wife that you appreciate her. If she takes care of the house and the children, don't take it for granted. It is hard work, and no one likes to feel unappreciated.
Work Together in the House
The Prophet (SAWS) is known to have helped his wives in the house. And if the Prophet (SAWS) was not above doing housework, modern Muslim husbands shouldn't feel that they are.
Communication is Important
Communication, Communication, Communication! This is the big word in counseling. And it should be. Husbands and wives need to talk to each other. It is better to deal with problems early and honestly than to let them pile up until an explosion occurs.
Forget Past Problems
Don't bring up past problems once they have been solved.
Live Simply
Don't be jealous of those who seem to be living a more luxurious life than your family. The 'rizq" is from Allah (SWT). In order to develop the quality of contentment, look at those people who have less than you, not those who have more. Thank Allah (SWT) for the many blessings in your life.
Give Your Spouse Time Alone
If your mate doesn't want to be with you all the time, it doesn't mean he or she doesn't love you. People need to be alone for various reasons. Sometimes they want to read, to think about their problems, or just to relax. Don't make them feel that they are committing a sin.
Admit Your Mistakes
When you make a mistake, admit it. When your mate makes a mistake, excuse him or her easily. If possible, never go to sleep angry with each other.
Physical Relationship is Important
Be available to your mate sexually, and don't let your sexual relationship be characterized by selfishness. The Prophet (SAWS) was reported to have said: 'It is not appropriate that you fall upon your wives like a beast but you must send a message of love beforehand."
Have Meals Together
Try to eat together as a family when possible. Show the cook and the dishwasher, whether it is the husband or the wife, appreciation for his or her efforts. The Prophet (SAWS) did not complain about food that was put before him.
Be Mindful of Your discussion Topics
Never discuss with others things about your marriage that your spouse wouldn't like you to discuss, unless there is an Islamic reason to do so. Some husbands and wives, believe it or not, complain to others about their mate's physical appearance. This is a recipe for disaster. Information about your intimate relations should be kept between you and your spouse.
Many of us treat our spouses in ways that we would never treat others. With others, we try to be polite, kind, and patient. With our spouses, we often do not show these courtesies. Of course, we are usually with our spouses at our worst times --- when we are tired and frustrated after a hard day. After a bad day at the office, husbands usually come home angry and on edge. The wife has probably also had a hard day with the children and the housework. Wives and husbands should discuss this potential time bomb so that if they are short-tempered with each other during these times, they will understand the reasons rather than automatically thinking that their spouse no longer loves them.
Good marriages require patience, kindness, humility, sacrifice, empathy, love, understanding, forgiveness, and hard work. Following these principles should help any marriage to improve. The essence of them all can be summed up in one sentence: Always treat your spouse the way you would like to be treated. If you follow this rule, your marriage will have a much greater chance for success. If you discard this rule, failure is just around the corner.
_____________________________
By Ibrahim Bowers
Although many Muslims may right now be in failing marriages and on a fast track to divorce and its terrible consequences, there are many ways to put their marriage back on the right track if the husband and wife are sincere in their desire to reconcile. The following principles can be used by Muslims whose marriages are already in trouble or by Muslims who would like to avoid trouble in their marriage.
Examples of Negative
Relationship of Husband & Wife
Many Muslim husbands and wives treat each other like adversaries rather than partners. The husband feels that he is the boss, and whatever he says goes. The wife feels that she must squeeze everything she can out of her husband. Some wives never show their husband that they are satisfied with anything he does or buys for them in order to trick him into doing and buying more. They make him feel like a failure if he does not give them the lifestyle that their friends and families enjoy. Some husbands speak very harshly to their wives, humiliate them, and even physically abuse them. Their wives have no voice or opinion in the family.
Marriage In The Eyes of Allah
It is very sad that this relationship which Allah (SWT) has established for the good has been made a source of contention, deception, trickery, tyranny, humiliation, and abuse. This is not the way marriage is supposed to be.
Allah (SWT) described marriage very differently in the Holy Quran: '. . . He created for you mates from among yourselves, that ye may dwell in tranquillity with them, and He has put love and mercy between your (hearts) . . . " (Holy Quran 30:21, Yusuf Ali Translation).
Do not be a Tyrant
Regardless of whether or not Islam has made the husband the head of the household, Muslims are not supposed to be dictators and tyrants. We are taught to treat our wives well. The Prophet Muhammad (SAWS) was reported to have said: 'The most perfect Muslim in the matter of faith is one who has excellent behavior; and the best among you are those who behave best towards their wives" (From Mishkat al-Masabih, No. 0278(R) Transmitted by Tirmidhi).
Be Partners in the Decision Making Process.
Follow the principle of 'Shura," and make decisions as a family. There will be much more harmony in the family when decisions are not imposed and everyone feels that they had some part in making them.
Never be Emotionally
Never be emotionally, mentally, or physically abusive to your spouse. The Prophet (SAWS) never mistreated his wives. He is reported to have said: 'How could they beat their women in daytime as slaves and then sleep with them in the night?"
Be Careful of Your Words
Be very careful what you say when you are upset. Sometimes you will say things that you would never say when you were not angry. If you are angry, wait until you calm down before continuing the conversation.
Show Affection
Show affection for your mate. Be kind, gentle, and loving.
Be Your Spouse's Friend
Show interest in your mate's life. Too often, we live in the same house but know nothing about each other's lives. It would be great if the husband and wife could work together for the same cause or on the same project. They could perhaps establish a husband/wife prison ministry, take care of orphans in their home, or lead an Islamic weekend class.
Show Appreciation
Show appreciation for what your spouse does for the family. Never make your husband feel that he is not doing good enough for the family or that you are not satisfied with his work or his efforts, unless, of course, he is truly lazy and not even trying to provide for the family. The Prophet (SAWS) was reported to have said: 'On the Day of Judgment, God will not look upon the woman who has been ungrateful to her husband." (where is this hadith found) Show your wife that you appreciate her. If she takes care of the house and the children, don't take it for granted. It is hard work, and no one likes to feel unappreciated.
Work Together in the House
The Prophet (SAWS) is known to have helped his wives in the house. And if the Prophet (SAWS) was not above doing housework, modern Muslim husbands shouldn't feel that they are.
Communication is Important
Communication, Communication, Communication! This is the big word in counseling. And it should be. Husbands and wives need to talk to each other. It is better to deal with problems early and honestly than to let them pile up until an explosion occurs.
Forget Past Problems
Don't bring up past problems once they have been solved.
Live Simply
Don't be jealous of those who seem to be living a more luxurious life than your family. The 'rizq" is from Allah (SWT). In order to develop the quality of contentment, look at those people who have less than you, not those who have more. Thank Allah (SWT) for the many blessings in your life.
Give Your Spouse Time Alone
If your mate doesn't want to be with you all the time, it doesn't mean he or she doesn't love you. People need to be alone for various reasons. Sometimes they want to read, to think about their problems, or just to relax. Don't make them feel that they are committing a sin.
Admit Your Mistakes
When you make a mistake, admit it. When your mate makes a mistake, excuse him or her easily. If possible, never go to sleep angry with each other.
Physical Relationship is Important
Be available to your mate sexually, and don't let your sexual relationship be characterized by selfishness. The Prophet (SAWS) was reported to have said: 'It is not appropriate that you fall upon your wives like a beast but you must send a message of love beforehand."
Have Meals Together
Try to eat together as a family when possible. Show the cook and the dishwasher, whether it is the husband or the wife, appreciation for his or her efforts. The Prophet (SAWS) did not complain about food that was put before him.
Be Mindful of Your discussion Topics
Never discuss with others things about your marriage that your spouse wouldn't like you to discuss, unless there is an Islamic reason to do so. Some husbands and wives, believe it or not, complain to others about their mate's physical appearance. This is a recipe for disaster. Information about your intimate relations should be kept between you and your spouse.
Many of us treat our spouses in ways that we would never treat others. With others, we try to be polite, kind, and patient. With our spouses, we often do not show these courtesies. Of course, we are usually with our spouses at our worst times --- when we are tired and frustrated after a hard day. After a bad day at the office, husbands usually come home angry and on edge. The wife has probably also had a hard day with the children and the housework. Wives and husbands should discuss this potential time bomb so that if they are short-tempered with each other during these times, they will understand the reasons rather than automatically thinking that their spouse no longer loves them.
Good marriages require patience, kindness, humility, sacrifice, empathy, love, understanding, forgiveness, and hard work. Following these principles should help any marriage to improve. The essence of them all can be summed up in one sentence: Always treat your spouse the way you would like to be treated. If you follow this rule, your marriage will have a much greater chance for success. If you discard this rule, failure is just around the corner.
Friday, 4 March 2011
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