Poem: The More Contented You Are With Allah's Qadr While You're Confident The Less Likely You'll Feel Jealous

💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful

💌 I have a childhood friend who got married years ago 

Back in Saudi when she was around fifteen years old.

She became a teen mom, same with my mother-in-law,

Whom Allah blessed with twelve kids and with grandkids bestowed.

Am I jealous of young couples and teen parents? No.

~•~

I know some ladies who married non-Filipinos, 

Syrian, Pakistani, Lebanese, French and so on. 

I'm aware of wives who receive from their husbands gold, 

Flowers once in a while or fine cars for them to own.

Am I jealous of those with happy marriages? No.

~•~

I've witnessed there are writers who published what they wrote,

Rich Muslims who travel often and who can afford 

Lavish meals, expensive clothes and extravagant homes, 

And people with pleasant faces who are fit and tall.

Am I jealous of what Allah gave them? Not at all.

~•~

A materialistic person can flaunt, brag and boast 

About their achievements, worldly joys and wealth they hoard, 

Broadcast their talents, 'perfect love life', and their so-called 

Happiness from the things enjoyed in this fleeting world, 

And I'll be unimpressed, bored, coz am I jealous? No.

~•~

I just respect, not envy, the guided and pious, 

Who spend their income for Allah so by Him they're loved, 

Who do Da'wah for Allah, and they're inwardly tough,

Being sincerely generous with hearts pure and soft.

Allah's friends I admire. They prompt us to level up.

~•~

📖 Abdullah Ibn Mas’ud RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "There is no envy but in two cases: A man whom Allah has given wealth and he spends it rightly, and a man whom Allah has given wisdom and he judges and teaches others with it."

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 73, Sahih Muslim 816

Grade: Muttafaqun Alayhi (Authenticity agreed upon) according to Al-Bukhari and Muslim

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Look at those below you and do not look at those above you, for it is the best way not to belittle the favors of Allah."

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 6125

Sahih Muslim 2963

Grade: Muttafaqun Alayhi (Authenticity agreed upon) according to Al-Bukhari and Muslim

📖 Ibn Umar RadhiAllahu 'anhuma narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "There is no envy but in two cases: A man whom Allah has given this Book (The Noble Qur'an) and he stands to recite It by night and day, and a man whom Allah has given wealth and he spends it in charity (for Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala) by night and day."

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 7091

Sahih Muslim 815

Grade: Muttafaqun Alayhi (Authenticity agreed upon) according to Al-Bukhari and Muslim

Poem: Signs Of Trustworthy Scholars And Students Of Knowledge We Can Learn From

💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful

💌 In modern times like these, when speakers are so many, 

How do we tell apart the frauds from the trustworthy? 

What signs must we look for that suggest one is sincere, 

Who invites others to Allah and His Prophet dear (Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam),

Who revives the Sunnah in a way that's sound and clear?

~•~

First of all, be careful of those misguided 'scholars', 

Many of whom seek fame and aim to gain 'followers'.

Their likes like to 'modernize' and change Allah's Orders, 

Abolish the hijab, beard and 'old-fashioned' matters,

And legalize same genders to marry each other.

~•~

They're the kind to claim that music isn't forbidden, 

That it's fine for men and women to dance at weddings,

That it's cool to take drugs, glorify masturbation, 

Talk to the dead, seek counseling in fortune-telling, 

And bribe on condition that one has 'good intention'.

~•~

Notice how some of them grin when photos are taken 

Of themselves as though they're celebs pros at modeling, 

With large pictures of their faces on books they've written, 

As if their names, not Islam, are what they're promoting, 

And their conferences demand costly admission.

~•~

In contrast, those whom Allah granted actual knowledge 

Share Islam to serve Allah, not garnish their image. 

Often they cite proofs from the Noble Qur'an, Hadith, 

And from the salaf, ensuring they're all authentic, 

Truly supportive of the Sunnah of the Prophet (Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam).

~•~

Humble and generous in conducting their classes, 

Not requiring payment for lectures in the Masjid, 

Unafraid to pause their talks when it's time for worship, 

These scholars want Allah's Love, not to become famous, 

And their faith stays firm when by some critics they're hated.

~•~

Oftentimes in their Friday sermons they shed some tears, 

Eager to teach the Ummah, proof their hearts are sincere.

With Allah as the Only One Whom they trust and fear, 

They strive to ensure the Sunnah doesn't disappear.

They use their voice for Allah, not so they're widely heard.

~•~

📖 Malik RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "I have left you with two matters which will never lead you astray, as long as you hold on to them: The Book of Allah and the Sunnah of His Prophet (Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam)."

Source: Al-Muwaṭṭa’ 1661

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Ibn Abdul Barr

📖 Anas Ibn Malik RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said: "Seeking knowledge is an obligation upon every Muslim."

Source: Sunan Ibn Mājah 224

Grade: Sahih

📖 Umar Ibn Al-Khattab RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Verily, among what I fear most for my nation is every hypocrite with a knowledgeable tongue."

Source: Musnad Ahmed 140

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Ahmed Shakir

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said: "Whoever travels a path in search of knowledge, Allah will make easy for him a path to Paradise. People do not gather in the Houses of Allah, reciting the Book of Allah and studying It together, but that tranquility will descend upon them, mercy will cover them, angels will surround them, and Allah will mention them to those near Him."

Source: Sahih Muslim 2699

Grade: Sahih

📖 Abu Darda RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said: "Verily, the angels lower their wings for the seeker of knowledge. The inhabitants of the heavens and earth, even the fish in the depths of the sea, seek forgiveness for the scholar. The virtue of the scholar over the worshiper is like the superiority of the moon over the stars. The scholars are the inheritors of the Prophets. They do not leave behind gold or silver coins, but rather they leave behind knowledge. Whoever has taken hold of it has been given an abundant share."

Source: Sunan Abī Dāwūd 3641

Grade: Sahih

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Hadith: Virtues Of The Miswaak And Regularly Brushing One's Teeth Before Praying

📖 Aisha RadhiAllahu 'anha narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The siwaak (miswaak /siwak / toothbrush) is cleansing for the mouth and pleasing to the Rabb (Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala)."

Source: Sunan Al-Nasā’ī 5

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Nawawi

📖 Umm Habibah RadhiAllahu 'anha narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Were it not hardship for my nation, I would have commanded them to use the siwaak (miswaak /siwak / toothbrush) with every prayer as they perform ablution."

Source: Musnad Ahmed 26223

Grade: Sahih li ghayrihi according to Al-Arna’ut

Poem: Three Negative Traits Common Among Insecure People To Avoid

💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful

💌 Three toxic thoughts of insecure people to dismiss, 

Whose insecurities can spoil potential friendships:

"I'm not good enough", "Let me prove to them I'm perfect",

And "They're arrogant" when one suspects people's motives.

~•~

The insecure have a bad habit of comparing 

Constantly their lives to others' examinations, 

Stalking the posts of those they envy with resentment 

Not to be inspired nor support but spot malfunctions.

~•~

Their negative mindset inspires them to speculate, 

"How come they're happy? Why won't I have what they display? 

It's unfair they're successful while I'm not." Then complain 

Inwardly about the wisdom in what Allah gave.

~•~

Insecure people who feel small try to make it clear 

They're bigger or invincible by instilling fear, 

Being rude, alienating those who try to come near, 

Or doing what they can to flaunt their life is ideal.

~•~

They tend to get jealous when they meet or encounter 

Someone who's confident or whose manners surpass theirs. 

If you exude good vibes, to them you're a "self-lover",

"Narcissist" or "prideful soul" who should be quieter.

~•~

Those secure with themselves don't get threatened nor falter 

When they witness others being winners and leaders. 

Free from insecure envy, they'll cheer for achievers, 

Specially since Muslims are mirrors to each other.

~•~

To not be labeled as "insecure", avoid these three:

Envying others and rejecting Allah's Decree,

Letting pride stop you from learning from anybody, 

And misjudging people when their hearts you haven't seen.

~•~

📖 Anas Ibn Malik RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "None of you will have faith until he loves for his brother what he loves for himself."

In another narration, the Prophet Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Until he loves for his neighbor what he loves for himself."

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 13

Sahih Muslim 45

Grade: Muttafaqun Alayhi (Authenticity agreed upon) according to Al-Bukhari and Muslim

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The strong believer is more beloved to Allah than the weak believer, but there is goodness in both of them. Be eager for what benefits you, seek help from Allah, and do not be frustrated. If something befalls you, then do not say: 'If only I had done something else.' Rather say: "Allah has decreed what He wills." Verily, the phrase ‘if only’ opens the way for the work of shaytan."

Source: Sahih Muslim 2664

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim

📖 Isma’il Abn Nujayd reported: Abu Al-Khayr, may Allah have mercy on him, said, “Hearts are containers. A heart filled with faith has signs of compassion for all Muslims, concern for their concerns, and is cooperative in their welfare. A heart filled with hypocrisy has signs of malice, rancor, dishonesty, and envy.”

Source: Ḥilyat Al-Awliyā’ 10/377

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Poem: Tips To Not Feel Intimidated By Arrogant People

💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful

💌 Tips on dealing with those who make you feel inferior, 

Who inflate themselves with extra ego and kibr, 

Pridefully behaving as though they're so much better 

Because the men in their fam are datus or leaders, 

Or they're richer, more good-looking, or simply taller:

~•~

If the arrogant hear your salaams and don't answer, 

Stand firm and await Allah's rewards for your Sabr.

If they react to your simple lifestyle with laughter 

And scorn, respond with contentment with Allah's Qadr, 

Say "Alhamdulillah. I prefer the Hereafter.".

~•~

If they describe you as "destitute" or "poor miser", 

Or mock you can't afford the best of dunya's pleasures, 

Show them you're contented with what Allah has offered, 

You're not competing regarding who is wealthier, 

And Jannah's bliss, not this brief world, is what you're after.

~•~

If fashionistas snub you because you can't master 

The art of make-up, and you're a "frugal", "cheap" shopper, 

Say "Alhamdulillah. My means are part of Qadr. 

I accept what Allah gave from His destined favors. 

Our hearts and faith, not worldly gains, are what more matter.

~•~

If tall snobs look down on you as you're a lot shorter, 

Say "Allahu Akbar. Allah is so much Greater. 

Regardless of their stature, mountains remain bigger 

Than their height and load of pride combined altogether. 

Allah designed us; we're His slaves. What's with the kibr?"

~•~

Feel sorry for the arrogant who are insecure, 

Who live like they can't sweat and their bodies are gold pure, 

Who pretend to be fully perfect and reassure 

Their threatened pride through impolite and rude behavior. 

To not copy their haughtiness they're a reminder.

~•~

May Allah the Almighty grant us good character, 

Guide them too and all Muslims to abstain from kibr 

Which stops one from welcoming advice and reminders. 

Ameen. The first to compare and claim "I am better." 

Was shaytan who loves it when servants act superior.

~•~

📖 Abu Sa'eed Al-Khudri RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, “Allah the Almighty says: "Might is My Garment and Grandeur is My Cloak; whoever competes with Me regarding any of them, I will punish him."”

Source: Sahih Muslim 2620

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim

📖 Abdullah Ibn Mas’ud RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "No one who has the weight of a seed of arrogance in his heart will enter Paradise." Someone said, "But a man loves to wear beautiful clothes and shoes." The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Verily, Allah is Beautiful and He loves beauty. Arrogance means rejecting the truth and looking down on people."

In another narration, the Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "No one who has the weight of a seed of faith in his heart will enter Hellfire."

Source: Sahih Muslim 91

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim

📖 Iyad Ibn Himar RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said: "Verily, Allah has revealed to me that you must be humble towards one another, so that no one wrongs another or arrogantly boasts to another."

Source: Sahih Muslim 2865, Grade: Sahih

📖 Abdullah Ibn Umar RadhiAllahu 'anhuma narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "While a man was trailing his robe out of vanity (pride), he was suddenly swallowed up and he will be buried in the earth until the Day of Resurrection."

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 5453

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Bukhari

📖 Suraqah Ibn Ju’shum RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "O Suraqah, shall I tell you about the people of Paradise and Hellfire?" Suraqah said, “Of course, O Messenger of Allah.” The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "As for the people of Hellfire, it is every hard-hearted, cruel, and arrogant person. As for the people of Paradise, they are the meek and the oppressed."

Source: Al-Mu’jam Al-Kabīr 6589

Grade: Sahih li ghayrihi according to Al-Albani