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qDEADLY ADVISE 2-3 qKALUNJI-MIRACLE CURE 4 qIMPORTANCE OF THE MONTH OF SHAWWAL 5-6 qWORD SEARCH 7 qASF PROJECT UPDATE 8-9 qQUESTION & ANSWERS 10-12
“Sure, you should go for it even if it costs you your life. The crop is ready and it’s very useful. And the time that has elapsed thus far has been spent in vain.”
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Deadly Advice Once Hazrat Moosa said to Pharaoh, “You should become a Muslim, and as a result of this, apart from the betterment of your hereafter, you will also receive four worldly bounties. You just have to announce and proclaim the following : • There is none worthy of worship except Allah. • He is the creator of the creations of high domain; like the heavens and the stars. • He is the creator of the creations of lower domain; like the Jinns, the humans and the animals. • He is the creator of the mountains, the oceans, the jungles and the planes. • He owns them all. • His kingdom has no limits and He is unparalleled. • He is the caretaker of all (everyone and everything). • He provides sustenance to all. • He is the protector of the earth and the heavens. • It is He who creates flowers on the plants and knows all the things hidden in the hearts of His servants. • He rules over the transgressors and degrades them.” Pharaoh said, “You should tell me what those four things are. Perhaps my infidelity may fade away in lieu of what you have to offer, and by me changing my religion, thousands of kuffaar may come to the right path. Hurry up in informing me about those bounties so that the door for my guidance may be opened.” Hazrat Moosa stated: “If you become a Muslim then the four bounties you will receive are: 1. You will always remain healthy and will never fall ill. 2. You will feel the proximity of Allah Almighty within your heart and you will treasure it so much that you will rather sacrifice all your desires and force your nafs to be in conformity with Allah’s pleasure. For this, you would not lag behind even if it will cost you your dear life. You will treasure this wealth more than the kingdom over all the continents. This world has blinded you with its
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luxuries just like the green leaves of a grape tree manipulate the insects. So that they do not get to enjoy the fruit. This world has also fooled you by keeping you occupied with its temporary beauty and kept you far away from the real Master, whereas you are lost in scratching the surface like the insects on the grape-trees. 3 . Now, you have the kingdom of one country. You will rule over two countries after becoming a Muslim. Imagine if you are granted the kingdom of one country while being a transgressor to Allah, what would you not get if you were to obey Him? The one who has given you so much in your state of injustice then what would be the extent of His bounties if you were to love Him? 4. You will always remain young and your hair will also remain black.” Pharaoh was overwhelmed by this conversation and he said to Hazrat Moosa – peace be upon him, “Let me seek my wife’s advice in this matter.” He left for home immediately and spoke to Hazrat Aasiyah(may Allah be pleased with her) in this matter. Allamah Rumi has very beautifully described her answer: When Pharoah narrated the incident to Hazrat aasiyah, she said, “Sure, you should go for it even if it costs you your life. The crop is ready and it’s very useful. And the time that has elapsed thus far has been spent in vain.” As she concluded saying this, she began to cry and said, “Congratulations to you! The sun has become your crown. Hazrat Moosa has hid your sins and wants to bless you with the mystical treasures. An ordinary cap can hide the baldness of a bald person but Allah’s Mercy has come forward to hide your sins. I would say that you need not to take anyone’s advice on this. You should have accepted the worthy proposal at the same time he had offered you. Hazrat Moosa invited you towards a greater cause, which leaves you needless of seeking anyone’s advice. It was such an honor that had he offered someone as great as the sun, the sun would have come down to the earth with it’s head first. This favor of Allah upon you is like showering mercy upon Iblees.
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Moral:
It’s not an ordinary thing that Allah Almighty has considered a sinner and oppressor like you. What • Do not expect a good advice from an ignorant fool amazes me the most is that why did your bile not and ill-mannered person. burst with joy upon receiving this blessing! You would • If a woman is well-mannered then rather go for her have a great name in the world and in the hereafter advice. She will give you a good advice. you will attain salvation. The tears of Allah’s friends • Loneliness is better than the company of a fool, that fall on to the ground, are rubbed by the Angels but what’s better than loneliness is to seek the on their faces and wings. Allah Almighty weighs company of good people. them parallel to the blood of martyrs. Turn to Allah Almighty as soon as possible.” The Articles in this edition have been compiled by : Pharaoh then said, Mufti Yasin Ilyas Patel Moeeni “I will also seek the advice of my minister Hamaan.” Hazrat Aasiyah Radiallahu Anha Some Proud Sponsors of this Page said, “Do not mention it to him, for he is not deserveing. How will a blind old woman know the worth of a royal bird?” However, Pharaoh still went to seek his advice. After listening to the matter, his face went red, “It’s an utter insult to you from Moosa . The entire world is at your footstep and delegates of the east and the west come to your doorstep. The kings happily kiss your doorstep. He has indeed insulted you. When you yourself are worshiped by the creation, why after listening to him, would you want to become someone else’s slave? If you want to accept his proposal, then kill me first so then at least my eyes will not witness this insult of yours. I cannot stand to see the sky turning into the earth and God turning into a slave.”
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Allamah Rumi presents his view: “There were many kingdoms from the east to the west which have been buried in the wrath of Allah Almighty, that even their signs are not traceable.” He states the following about his “Deadly Advice”: This arrogance in Hamaan was a lethal poison and Pharaoh was fooled by the intoxication of this drink, and he deprived himself of the eternal blessing by acting on his advice and rejecting the Haqq (Truth). Hazrat Moosa said to him when he refused to accept his proposal:
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Kalunji - Nigela Sativa (Black seed) : A cure for every desease - A scientific view "Use the Black seed, it has a cure for every disease except death" Prophet Muhammad . (Bukhari) Amongst the well-celebrated medicinal herbs, none can be compared to the majestic status given to the Black Seed. Known in Latin as Nigella sativa, some of the Black Seed’s titles include: “The Seed of Blessing”, “The Miracle Cure”, “The Cure of All” and “The Blessed Herb”. In English the Nigella sativa plant is referred to as “Love in the Mist.” There is a list of as many as fifty illnesses for which the black seed has effective healing qualities. A summary of this list according to its pharmacological activity indicates that this seed has: • Immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, anti-arthritic, analgesic, anti-septic, anti-viral, and anti-parasitic properties. • Hormonal, dermatological, urinary tract, gastrointestinal, and respiratory tract activity. It is indeed very difficult to comprehend how this little black seed can have such a wide action. One of the most noted actions of the black seed is its
effect on the immune system. The Black seed works in assisting the body’s natural healing processes by strengthening the immune system, thereby promoting good health and well-being. The immune system consists of a complex and vitally important arrangement of anti-bodies, which recognize and neutralize foreign substances. It is the defense system of the body against invasion and is delicately balanced to avoid disturbances that create diseases. A balanced immune system is crucial to good health of the human body and the Black seed has been medically proven to enhance its functioning. By targeting the vital workings of the immune system, Black seed is effective over a wide range of ailments both as a treatment and as a preventative. Research proves that it has widespread healing powers against many ailments caused by bacteria, viruses and common allergies. Black seed may be used in many ways for health maintenance and in treatment. The oil can be mixed with honey, in cereal or yogurt. The ointment can be applied topically. Locally, Black Seed is available in oil, ointment, and also in convenient capsule form. The properties of the Black seed have been proven time and again to be vital to health upliftment and in the improvement of illness conditions. It is no wonder that the Black seed has been revered by so many cultures for thousands of years. In fact, many believe that the Black seed’s true potential is yet to be discovered, therefore it rightly deserves the name “The Miracle Cure”.
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Importance of The Month of Shawwal Shawwaal is considered as a very blessed month in Islam. The early Arabs used to go out on expeditions and travel in this month. The first day of this month is the day of Eidul Fitr which is also known as “Yaumur Rahmah”. On the same day as well: • Almighty Allah Sends immense blessings on the Muslims. • Almighty Allah Commanded the bees to make honey • Almighty Allah Created Jannah • The tree of Tuba was created. • Almighty Allah assigned Jibraeel Ameen to the task of delivering Divine Revelation. • The magicians in the court of Pharaoh repented. (Ghunyatut Taalibeen. 2/18) This is the month which appears just before the month of Zul Hijjah and is called “Shahrul Fitr”. As we have already mentioned, the first day of this month is Eidul Fitr and it is that special day on which the Almighty Allah pardons and forgives the Muslims. In the hadith shareef, it is mentioned that when the day of Eid arrives, Muslims are paid in full (for their ibaadah). The Almighty azza wa jall declares, “O Angels! My servants both male and female have completed and fulfilled that which was necessary to be fulfilled. They have left for the Eid ghah and call out in dua. I swear by My Divine Grace, Divine Power and Divine Magnificent, I will accept their dua. He then declares, “O my servants, return, I have pardoned you. I have changed your transgression into good deeds.” The Holy Prophet has also stated that, “The people return in such a state that they are pardoned.” (Mishkaat shareef. 183)
On the 6th day of this month, the Holy Prophet came out with his family to face the Christians of Najraan in a Mubaahala (challenge of causing the wrath of Allah on the false group) This incident occurred as such, when a christian delegation from Abyssinia arrived in Madinah for a debate with the Messenger of Allah Taala . The Christian delegation accused the Messenger of believing that Sayyiduna Issa was a servant of Allah Taala. The Holy Prophet (Sallalahu Alaihi Wassalam) replied that Sayyiduna Issa was indeed the servant and Messenger of Allah Taala. Sayyiduna Issa was the word of Allah Taala who had been addressed to Sayyidah Maryam . The Christians were outraged by the reply of The Holy Prophet and they asked , “ O Muhammad ! Have you seen a fatherless child?” They were attempting to prove that Sayyiduna Issa was the son of God (Ma’adhAllah- Allah Taala is sought protection from such blasphemy). The Messenger of Allah Taala explained to the Christians that Sayyiduna Adam was born without any parents (I.e.he had neither any mother nor any father). Yet the Christians were prepared to accept Sayyiduna Adam as a servant of Allah whilst they asserted that they could not accept Sayyiduna Issa as a servant of Allah because he had no father. In spite of the fact that many evidences were placed before the Christians, they were not prepared to accept the Islamic ideology and they continued to quarell until Allah Taala revealed the verses and commanded His Messenger to invite the Christians for a Mubaahala
(challenge). When the Ayah was recited Before the Christians by the Holy Prophet according to the Lord’s command, the Christians sought permission to be provided some time before attempting to answer the challenge. When the Christians gathered in the meeting, they discussed with the most influential bishop amongst them, Akib, what the best course of action to apply was. The Bishop assessed how they were all aware that Muhammad was a Messenger of Allah Taala. Therefore, they would definitely perish if they attempted to challenge him. If the Christians desired to remain on Christianity then it was incumbent upon them to abandon Madinah and return home.
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PAGE FROM 5... When the meeting had concluded, the Christians went to the Holy Prophet and saw that the Messenger of Allah had in His lap Imam Hussain (Radhi Allahu Anhu) and in his hand, he had the hand of Imam Hasan . Sayyidatuna Fatima (Radhi Allahu Anha) and Sayyiduna Ali were behind The Holy Prophet and the Prophet told them to say Ameen when He prayed. When Bishop Akib saw these blessed personalities, he said: I am viewing faces for whom Allah Taala would remove the mountains from their places if they wished for that to occur. (Khaazin Vol. 1 pg 360) The Christians realised that the Bishop was correct and it was not sensible for them to challenge the Holy Prophet . Therefore, they accepted to pay Jizyah (tax). The Prophet swore by the One in Whose Power The Life of The Prophet was, that the torment was extremely close to Abyssinia. If the Christians had been adamant to challenge the Holy Prophet , they would have been metamorphosed (transformed) into monkeys and pigs and due to the severity of the torment, the jungles would have been burnt. All living creatures in Abyssinia would have been destroyed and within a year the entire Christian population of the world would have perished. (Khazaa’in-ul-Irfaan). When the Quran challenged the Christians to bring forth themselves, their children and their women whilst the Muslims would also bring forth themselves, their children and their women, the Holy Prophet chose Sayyiduna Ali Sayyidah Fatima Sayyiduna Imam Hasan and Sayyiduna Imam Hussain (RadhiAllahu Anhum Ajmaeen) to accompany Him. On the 17th of this month, the battle of Uhud began in which
Sayyidus Shuhadaah, Hadrat Sayyiduna Ameer Hamza was martyred. Concerning Ameer Hamza , The Holy Prophet mentioned ,” the Angel Jibreel came to me and informed me ,’it is written in the seven skies regarding Hamza that Hamza Ibnu Abdul Mutallib is the lion of Allah Almighty and his Messenger .’’ From the 25th of the month until the end of this month, was considered a period of reckoning for the people of ‘Aad and it was in this period that they were annihilated and destroyed through the Divine Punishment which came to them. (Ajaa’ibul Makhluqaat. 46) Six fasts of Shawwaal There is immense reward in keeping the six fasts of Shawwal. One who keeps the complete fasts in Ramadan and the six fasts of Shawwal, it is as he has fasted the entire year. In other words, he will get the reward for fasting the entire year. Sayyiduna Ayyub relates that the Messenger of Allah said, “Whoever fasts in Ramadan and follows it with six days from Shawwal it is as they have fasted the entire year.” [Muslim, Abu Dawud, Tirmidhi, and Ibn Majah; Ahmad transmitted it from Jabir, Muntaqa] Sayyiduna Thawban (Allah be pleased with him) relates that the Messenger of Allah (blessings and peace be upon him, his family, and companions) said, “Whoever fasts in Ramadan and then six days after Eid, it is an entire year. Whoever does a good deed shall have ten times its reward.” [Ibn Majah, Muntaqa] Important Notes: 1. Based on this, the majority of the fuqaha, including the Hanafi, Shafi`i, and Hanbali school, have held that it is recommended to fast six days of the month of Shawwal. [Radd al-Muhtar; Mughni al-Muhtaj Shah al-Minhaj; Kashshaf al-Qina`]
2. It is permitted to fast these six days separately throughout the month, or consecutively, after Eid al-Fitr. 3. It is prohibitively disliked (makruh tahrimee) and sinful to fast on Eid day itself. [Radd alMuhtar] 4. The Shafi`is and Hanbalis state that it is superior to make the six fasts consecutive [Minhaj, Ghayat al-Muntaha]. Khatib al-Shirbini explains the reasoning as being, “As it is better to hasten in doing good and because of the problems unknown in delaying,” Such as becoming lazy and not actually fulfilling this sunnah in the end. Although he points out that the sunnah is fulfilled by both consecutive and non-consecutive fasting of six days in Shawwal. [Mughni al-Muhtaj] The later Hanafi scholars differed as to which is better, fasting the six days consecutively or nonconsecutively, though neither is disliked and both fulfill the sunnah. [Radd al-Muhtar] However, it would be agreed that those who fear not fulfilling the recommendation due to laziness, forgetfulness or other excuses, should hasten to fast the six days consecutively immediately after Eid al-Fitr.
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Jibrael’s (alaihis salaam) Exertion: The Holy Prophet (sallAllahu alaihi wasallam) once asked Hadrat Jibrael (alaihis salaam), “Did you ever need to come from the Heavens to the Earth in a split-second for any emergency?” The angel replied, “Yes, O Rasoolullah (sallAllahu alaihi wasallam). On four occasions, I had to be here almost at once 1. “The first time was when Hadrat Ibrahim (alaihis salaam) was flung into the fire. At that moment, I was beneath the Throne when the order was given: “Jibrael (alaihis salaam), reach My friend before he touches the flames.” I then left with great speed and was able to reach the prophet in time.” 2. “The second occasion was when the knife was placed on the blessed neck of Hadrat Ismail (alaihis salaam). I was instructed to immediately turn it around so that it wouldn’t cut him.” 3. “The third was when Hadrat Yusuf (alaihis salaam) was thrown into the well. My order was to remove a stone from inside and seat the prophet upon it before he touched its surface…” 4. “And the fourth, O Rasoolullah (sallAllahu alaihi wasallam), was when your tooth was struck (in the Battle of Uhud). Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala ordered me to descend to the Earth and catch your blessed blood before it reached the ground, saying, “Jibrael (alaihis salaam)! If the blood of my
Beloved touches the Earth, there’ll be no vegetation or trees growing out of it until the Day of Judgment.”
A Debate Between Hadrat Ibrahim (Alaihis Salaam) & Namrud While propagating the worship of Allah Subhanahu wa Ta’ala, Hadrat Ibrahim (alaihis salaam) was once in the court of Namrūd and said to him, “My Lord is He who gives and takes away life.” In reply, the oppressive king called for two of his prisoners, killed one and freed the other, saying, “See? I too give and take away life. A prisoner who was supposed to be killed was freed by me, and another who was supposed to live is now dead.” Recognizing the foolishness of these words, Hadrat Ibrahim (alaihis salaam) then decided to change his strategy and said, “My Lord is He Who brings out the sun from the East. If you have it in you, bring out the sun from the West.” Hearing this, Namrūd could do nothing but remain silent.
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>Assalaamu alaykum Respected Mufti.
as He has forbidden women to expose their adornment before ‘ghayr mahaarim’ in the thirty first verse of Surah Al-Noor.
What is the ruling on the believing women who enhance their beauty with false eye lashes and to those who “And tell the believing women promote such extensions? to lower their gaze and protect their modesty, and to display Wa Alaykum Al-Salam of their adornment only that The Answer with the help of the which is apparent, and to Almighty: draw their veils over their Hair and eyelash extensions using bosoms, and not to reveal their real hair or false hair are forbidden adornment save to their : in Islam and the person who uses • own husbands, them is cursed by the Saviour of • or fathers, Mankind Muhammad . • or husband’s fathers, • or their sons, Imam Bukhari and Imam Muslim • or their husband’s sons, have both recorded a tradition from • or their brothers, Ibn Umar that the Messenger of • or their brother’s sons, Allah said, • or sister’s sons, • or their women, “The curse of Allah is upon those • or their slaves, women who use extensions on their • or male attendants who lack hair and upon those women who vigour, use extensions for (adorning) other • or children who do not know women.” of women’s modesty. There are several narrations similar to this and are narrated by different companions, Allah is pleased with them all. These narrations confirm that the curse of Allah is upon both the women who have the extensions done and the makeup artists that do them for their customers.
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And let them not stamp their feet so as to reveal what they hide of their adornment. And repent to Allah together, O Believers, in order that you may succeed.”
As for those women who practise the use of such extensions to give Imam Abu Dawood has recorded the impression that their hair or in his Sunan that when Sayyiduna eyelashes are longer than they Ameer Mu’aawiyah performed Hajj actually are, are committing a during his Khilaafah and then came third sin of deceit. to Madinah, he stood on the pulpit and took a cluster of hair that was It is also apparent that this is not in a soldier’s hands and then said, the practise of the pious women “O People of Madinah! Where are in Islam but rather the practise of your scholars? I heard from the non Muslim women and therefore Messenger of Allah that he used a fourth sin. The Messenger of to forbid this and He used to say Allah said, that the Bani Israa’eel were only destroyed when their women began “Whoever imitates a people is this.” from amongst them.” The truth is that men and women Furthermore, those women who are already beautiful as they are. practise the use of such extensions Allah the Almighty says in the to adorn themselves for ‘ghayr Quran, mahram’ men (those whom they can potentially marry) are committing “Surely we have created man in two sins, firstly as per the above is the most beautiful stature.” disobedience of the Messenger of We must all be grateful to Allah Allah and secondly it is directly for how He has created us and disobedience to Allah the Almighty only adorn ourselves with that
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which He has not forbidden. Ungratefulness to Allah results in disbelief. This would be a fifth sin. Women should adopt the Sunnah of our Prophet Muhammed Mustafa regarding whom Allah has said, “He does not speak from his own desire; it is not but revelation which is revealed upon him.” He, , prescribed ‘Ithmid’ as an eyeliner that gives growth to the eyelashes. Rather than using false extensions, women should use ‘Ithmid’ and if Allah wills, never feel the need of extensions again. Imam Tirmidhi has recorded a narration from Sayyiduna Ibn Abbaas in the book of clothing that the Messenger of Allah said, “Use ‘Ithmid’ on the eye line as it improves vision and gives growth to the lashes.” Imam Tirmidhi then records in the book of medicine that He said, “The best eyeliner is ‘Ithmid’ because it improves vision and gives growth to the lashes.” ‘Ithmid’ is a particular black or dark grey stone that is crushed and made into powder then used as an eyeliner which is a practise known as ‘kohl’ in Arabic and ‘surmah’ in Persian and Urdu. In the books of Fiqh it has clearly been stated that it is forbidden to use real hair as extensions whether they are the woman’s own hair or another woman’s hair and that the curse of Allah is upon such women. It is also forbidden to use extensions that resemble real hair because that which resembles the forbidden is also forbidden. As for using thread or similar material and joining them on to the hair has been permitted even if the thread or material is black, this has been mentioned in Bahare Shariat and Allah knows best. Faqeer Zahid Hussain Al-Qadiri 22nd Thu Al-Hijjah 1436 AH and Allah knows best.
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>What happens to a person who dies in the state of Intoxication? Should the people attend his Janazah? What will be his punishment? Please prescribe a wazeefa to get rid from this Major sin of Drinking, Smoking Weed/ Marijuana etc
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khamr and dies in that state will come in the court of Allah (on the day of judgement) like an idol worshipper. It is also recorded from Sayyiduna Abu Musa Al-Ash’ari that the person who continuously consumes khamr will never enter Jannah.
Imam Bukhari and Imam Muslim have recorded that the Messenger of Allah The Messenger of Allah said: said: “(For every person’s destiny) only “A person does not consume khamr in the state at the end is considered” the state that he is a believer while he This means that a person consumes it.” will be deemed successful or unsuccessful in this world based Imam Ahmed Rida has recorded a on his/her state when he/she narration in his Fataawa which makes died. If a person died in the state it clearer; the Messenger of Allah of being a Muslim, then he/she said: will be destined for reward and eternal bliss, whereas a person “Allah removes the Imaan of the who died as an unbeliever will one who commits zina (unlawful be destined for punishment and intercourse) or consumes khamr in the eternal damnation - as has been manner that a man removes his shirt clearly determined by Allah, the from his head.” Almighty. All these narrations and many more Imam Abu Dawood has recorded are clearly announcing that it is highly in his Sunan that Sayyidah probable that a person who consumes Umm Salamah narrated that the khamr will die without Imaan. There Messenger of Allah prohibited is a definite fear that he may renounce substances that are Muskir his faith before leaving this world, (like alcohol) and Muftir (like especially for the individual who dies in marijuana). the state of consuming intoxicants. Imam Bukhari and Imam Muslim Sadr Al-Shariah writes in Bahare have recorded that the Messenger Shariat that when a person is near his of Allah said: death, the people should remove any pictures or dogs (if there are any) in “Every substance that intoxicates the house because the Angels of mercy is khamr and every khamr is do not enter such a house; this is based forbidden.” on a Hadith from Sunan Al-Tirmizi. And also: One should take heed from the above. “He who consumes khamr in If a pious person is in a house which the world and dies in that state has pictures in it, there is fear that without repentance will not the Angels of punishment will take consume it in the hereafter.” him instead of the Angels of mercy; It is confirmed that the people of then what of the person who dies in paradise will consume the the state of consuming intoxicants? Do pure khamr in the hereafter. you think that the Angels of mercy will Therefore, this Hadith indicates roam around a person who is smoking that the person who drinks weed or consuming alcohol? May Allah alcohol or consumes other forms protect us from such sinful actions! of intoxicants may die without Imaan. The warnings given in the above narrations from the Prophet There is a narration from Muhammad are enough as a Sayyiduna Ibn Abbas, Allah is prescription of Wazeefah. Simply to pleased with him, recorded in know these fearful warnings should Mishkaat Al-Masaabeeh, that the stop a believer from engaging in such person who regularly consumes acts. The Messenger of Allah peace and
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blessings be upon him said: “Increase the amount of times you remember the destroyer of desires - (which is) death.” Frequently bring the thought in the mind that we all will die one day and death will take us away from this world, no matter where we try to hide and run. This world is temporary and very short, whereas the hereafter is eternal. If Allah wills, then this thought will help prevent these evil acts. It is a collective obligation to perform the Janazah Salah of a person who used to commit sinful acts with the hope of his/ her forgiveness, as long as it is known that the person died as a believer. A scholar or specific pious people may refuse to perform the Janazah of a certain open Faasiq in order to teach a lesson to others who are engaged in such sins and Allah knows best.
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not exit the home without being properly covered as per the requirements of the Shari’ah etc. It is stated in Bahar e Shari’ah:
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“Whilst in the state of nifas (blood after childbirth, which lasts up to 40 days according to the Shari’ah), it is permissible for a woman to exit the maternity home.” [Bahar e Shariat 2/383]
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>Assalamualaikum, after a women gives birth a common practice is that the mother and new born are not allowed to leave the maternity house for 40 days. Does this have any significance in Islam? Wa alaykumussalam, This is a baseless superstition held by women in the subcontinent. According to the Shari’ah, it is permissible for a mother and her new-born child to leave the maternity home at any time. This ruling, however, is in conjunction with other rulings, such as she must seek her husband’s permission before exiting the house; she must
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