📖 Jabir RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "May Allah have mercy on a man who is lenient when selling, buying, and seeking repayment."
Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 1970
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Bukhari
📖 Abdullah ibn Umar RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam, said, "Whoever takes up arms against us is not one of us."
In another narration, the Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Whoever deceives us is not one of us."
Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 6659, Sahih Muslim 98
Grade: Muttafaqun Alayhi (Authenticity agreed upon) according to Al-Bukhari and Muslim
📖 Abdullah Ibn Mas’ud RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "May Allah bring happiness to one who hears my words, such that he understands it, memorizes it, and conveys it. Perhaps he will carry understanding to one who has more understanding than he does. Three traits never deceive the heart of a Muslim: Sincere deeds for Allah, goodwill to the leaders of the Muslims, and keeping to their community. Verily, the call to Islam is protected behind them."
Source: Sunan At-Tirmidhī 2658
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Ibn Hajar
📖 Hakim ibn Hizam RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Both parties in a business transaction have the right to annul it, as long as they have not separated. If they are truthful and clear with one another, there is blessing in their transaction. If they lie and conceal something, the blessing of their transaction will be eliminated."
Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 1973, Sahih Muslim 1532
Grade: Muttafaqun Alayhi (Authenticity agreed upon) according to Al-Bukhari and Muslim
📖 Abu Sa’eed RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The honest and trustworthy merchant will be with the prophets, the truthful, and the martyrs."
Source: Sunan At-Tirmidhī 1209
Grade: Sahih li ghayrihi (Authentic) according to Al-Albani
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بسم الله. ربي زدني علما. امين
May Allah the Almighty grant us more beneficial knowledge, accept our good deeds, forgive our mistakes, protect us from fitna, and join us with the righteous believers in Jannatul Ferdaus. Ameen.
Monday, June 8, 2020
Note: How To Deal With People Who Hate Us
💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful
💌 Five things to do when you sense or realize some people dislike you:
1] Remember our main purpose in life is to serve and worship Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala, not His servants. So long as we're loved by Allah the Most Merciful, we can survive confidently and patiently despite being hated by a number of individuals.
2] Instead of questioning your self-worth and wondering what is it about you that makes you unlikable, put yourself in those haters' shoes and imagine you're in their situation. Either your positive qualities make them feel insecure so they try to bring you down to pacify their wounded emotions, or your accomplishments and blessings that Allah the Most Wise chose to give are what cause them to get jealously threatened. Feel sorry for their insecurities and move on with rewarding patience.
3] Be honest. Is there anything about them that you genuinely admire or does their presence helpfully increase the levels of your faith/Imaan? If yes, then don't bother hating them back, especially if shaytan is your common enemy. If no, there's nothing pleasant about them or they can't add any value to your life, then don't be awfully affected by their negative energy.
Prioritize sincerely striving to gain Allah's Love and don't be afraid of people's enmity.
4] Count the numerous blessings that Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala granted you and continue expressing gratitude for them. Example: You can read and understand a lot of Arabic words, you're guided to discover and implement authentic Islamic knowledge, and you are married to a hardworking spouse who lovingly understands you.
5] Forget about those whose personalities, goals and interests conflict with yours. Unfollow, unfriend and don't bother dealing with people who constantly doubt your niyyah or who invent unfair delusions and erroneous assumptions about you only to ease the burden of their undeniable jealousy.
Gladly divert your attention to strengthening your connection with Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala and enhancing your bond with those whom He loves from among the pious with pure hearts, those striving believers who are free from evil traits like envy, suspicion and dissatisfaction with Allah's Qadr/Decree.
📖 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
💌 Five things to do when you sense or realize some people dislike you:
1] Remember our main purpose in life is to serve and worship Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala, not His servants. So long as we're loved by Allah the Most Merciful, we can survive confidently and patiently despite being hated by a number of individuals.
2] Instead of questioning your self-worth and wondering what is it about you that makes you unlikable, put yourself in those haters' shoes and imagine you're in their situation. Either your positive qualities make them feel insecure so they try to bring you down to pacify their wounded emotions, or your accomplishments and blessings that Allah the Most Wise chose to give are what cause them to get jealously threatened. Feel sorry for their insecurities and move on with rewarding patience.
3] Be honest. Is there anything about them that you genuinely admire or does their presence helpfully increase the levels of your faith/Imaan? If yes, then don't bother hating them back, especially if shaytan is your common enemy. If no, there's nothing pleasant about them or they can't add any value to your life, then don't be awfully affected by their negative energy.
Prioritize sincerely striving to gain Allah's Love and don't be afraid of people's enmity.
4] Count the numerous blessings that Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala granted you and continue expressing gratitude for them. Example: You can read and understand a lot of Arabic words, you're guided to discover and implement authentic Islamic knowledge, and you are married to a hardworking spouse who lovingly understands you.
5] Forget about those whose personalities, goals and interests conflict with yours. Unfollow, unfriend and don't bother dealing with people who constantly doubt your niyyah or who invent unfair delusions and erroneous assumptions about you only to ease the burden of their undeniable jealousy.
Gladly divert your attention to strengthening your connection with Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala and enhancing your bond with those whom He loves from among the pious with pure hearts, those striving believers who are free from evil traits like envy, suspicion and dissatisfaction with Allah's Qadr/Decree.
📖 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
Note: Stay Steadfast During Times Of Fitna
💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful
💌 Yet again another so-called "hijabi influencer" decided to abandon the hijab despite managing a "hijab business" after YouTuber Dina Tokio publicly announced her decision to stop wearing hijab some time ago. I find it very strange how she didn't say salaam or mention Allah's Name anywhere in her announcement video. I stumbled upon this through another YouTuber's channel giving out a public caution to Amena for discarding the hijab.
My advice to myself and other Muslims is to:
1) Steadfastly seek authentic Islamic knowledge for Allah's sake and implement whatever you have learned about Islam.
2) No matter how many times you've sinned, neglected some duties as a Muslim, or carried out some obligations in an improper manner, never quit seeking Allah's Forgiveness. When at times you get overcome by your nafs, defeat it and bring it back to its senses by saying lots of Istighfaar and Du'as, praying to Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala to grant you steadfastness, sincerity and strength to persevere upon Allah's Way. Compensate shortcomings by praying more Sunnah prayers like Salat Ad-Duha in the forenoon and Qiyaam Al-Layl Tahajjud in the last third of each evening.
3) Never emotionally attach yourself to any human being, particularly someone who eagerly seeks to be famous. Purposely doing things to achieve fame and amass large numbers of "followers", "fans" or subscribers, can ultimately lead to destruction.
4) When you notice a YouTuber or celebrity declaring they no longer want to do a good deed e.g. a "hijabi fashionista" deciding to model without the hijab, or a "celebrity sheikh" who announces his choice to be an "ex-Muslim", your initial response shouldn't be to copy them out of misguided loyalty but to remain true to Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala and patiently maintain your Islam, faith/Imaan and good values even if that individual has dozens of puppets following their wrong ways.
5) In times of rising fitna, be carefully selective concerning your selection of close friends, the online content you frequently expose yourself to, the type of status updates and comments you post, the Facebook pages you follow, and the Muslims from whom you derive Islamic lessons and inspiration.
Understand that sometimes what appears to be real on the outside may conceal significant truths that linger behind the scenes. Remember that during the time of the beloved Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam there were groups of hypocrites (munaafiqeen and munaafiqaat) who plotted against Muslims whilst they were among the Muslim community. It is possible for any polytheist, atheist and unbeliever to dress as Muslims are expected to while they make numerous efforts to create fitna and chaos among Muslims, whether they start an evil trend on social media or they try their utmost to divide the Muslim Ummah through inventing false news or events that can stir up drama.
Those who pretend to be Muslims while carrying disbelief in their hearts are among the inhabitants of Hell that are most severely chastised. They have the opportunity to interact with Muslims and attend their lectures yet on the inside they're extremely hateful towards anyone who believes in Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala and Islam. This is why we can't instantly trust any person simply because they claim to be Muslims.
Day and night make it a habit to say "Allahumma yaa Muqallib al-quloob thabbit qalbi 'alaa Deenik. (O' Allah Turner of the hearts, keep my heart firm upon Your religion. Ameen.)"
📖 Abdullah ibn Amr RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: We were gathered around the Messenger of Allah SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam while he mentioned tribulations (trials/fitan), saying, "If you see that people have disordered their commitments, diminished their trusts, and are as jumbled as this," and he SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam interlaced his fingers. I stood to come near him and I said, “How should I act if that happens?” The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Stay in your house, control your tongue, accept what you know is good, reject what you know is evil, take care of your affairs specifically and abandon the affairs of the common people."
Source: Sunan Abī Dāwūd 4343
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Arna’ut
💌 Yet again another so-called "hijabi influencer" decided to abandon the hijab despite managing a "hijab business" after YouTuber Dina Tokio publicly announced her decision to stop wearing hijab some time ago. I find it very strange how she didn't say salaam or mention Allah's Name anywhere in her announcement video. I stumbled upon this through another YouTuber's channel giving out a public caution to Amena for discarding the hijab.
My advice to myself and other Muslims is to:
1) Steadfastly seek authentic Islamic knowledge for Allah's sake and implement whatever you have learned about Islam.
2) No matter how many times you've sinned, neglected some duties as a Muslim, or carried out some obligations in an improper manner, never quit seeking Allah's Forgiveness. When at times you get overcome by your nafs, defeat it and bring it back to its senses by saying lots of Istighfaar and Du'as, praying to Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala to grant you steadfastness, sincerity and strength to persevere upon Allah's Way. Compensate shortcomings by praying more Sunnah prayers like Salat Ad-Duha in the forenoon and Qiyaam Al-Layl Tahajjud in the last third of each evening.
3) Never emotionally attach yourself to any human being, particularly someone who eagerly seeks to be famous. Purposely doing things to achieve fame and amass large numbers of "followers", "fans" or subscribers, can ultimately lead to destruction.
4) When you notice a YouTuber or celebrity declaring they no longer want to do a good deed e.g. a "hijabi fashionista" deciding to model without the hijab, or a "celebrity sheikh" who announces his choice to be an "ex-Muslim", your initial response shouldn't be to copy them out of misguided loyalty but to remain true to Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala and patiently maintain your Islam, faith/Imaan and good values even if that individual has dozens of puppets following their wrong ways.
5) In times of rising fitna, be carefully selective concerning your selection of close friends, the online content you frequently expose yourself to, the type of status updates and comments you post, the Facebook pages you follow, and the Muslims from whom you derive Islamic lessons and inspiration.
Understand that sometimes what appears to be real on the outside may conceal significant truths that linger behind the scenes. Remember that during the time of the beloved Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam there were groups of hypocrites (munaafiqeen and munaafiqaat) who plotted against Muslims whilst they were among the Muslim community. It is possible for any polytheist, atheist and unbeliever to dress as Muslims are expected to while they make numerous efforts to create fitna and chaos among Muslims, whether they start an evil trend on social media or they try their utmost to divide the Muslim Ummah through inventing false news or events that can stir up drama.
Those who pretend to be Muslims while carrying disbelief in their hearts are among the inhabitants of Hell that are most severely chastised. They have the opportunity to interact with Muslims and attend their lectures yet on the inside they're extremely hateful towards anyone who believes in Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala and Islam. This is why we can't instantly trust any person simply because they claim to be Muslims.
Day and night make it a habit to say "Allahumma yaa Muqallib al-quloob thabbit qalbi 'alaa Deenik. (O' Allah Turner of the hearts, keep my heart firm upon Your religion. Ameen.)"
📖 Abdullah ibn Amr RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: We were gathered around the Messenger of Allah SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam while he mentioned tribulations (trials/fitan), saying, "If you see that people have disordered their commitments, diminished their trusts, and are as jumbled as this," and he SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam interlaced his fingers. I stood to come near him and I said, “How should I act if that happens?” The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Stay in your house, control your tongue, accept what you know is good, reject what you know is evil, take care of your affairs specifically and abandon the affairs of the common people."
Source: Sunan Abī Dāwūd 4343
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Arna’ut
Sunday, June 7, 2020
Note: Tips On How To Avoid Staying Hurt
💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful
💌 Seven ways to recover from hurt feelings or how to stay firm as a Muslim despite being hated by some critics:
1] Remember your main goal is to please Only Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala, not to adjust yourself to satisfy His servants' demands and different expectations.
2] As long as you live your life according to what Allah and His noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam want, instead of behaving to suit people's standards, you shouldn't worry about their criticism and false accusations.
3] Insulting remarks, offensive slurs and misconduct intended to trigger intense reactions usually come from a person who is either intensely jealous of you or who's low-key insecure. Understand where they're coming from. Realize their unjustified rudeness is due to the fact they could be emotionally disturbed or jealously threatened. So patiently release yourself from their negative vibes, and don't be affected by their ignorant attitude.
4] They have absolutely no valid reason to judge you because:
A) They're complete strangers who don't fully know you.
B) They don't pay your bills nor did they give birth to you. In other words, since they have nothing positive to contribute in your life, you mustn't invest any emotion on them. Rather than feeling offended by something they did or said, be grateful Alhamdulillah that you are not like them in lacking good manners or having awfully low self-esteem.
C) They too aren't 100% perfect. The Only True Judge in both worlds is Allah the Most Wise Who sees everyone and what they go through.
5] Let their injustice, deceit, betrayal, offense, and rejection remind you to trust Only Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala. No matter how badly some individuals have treated you, strive to remain patient for Allah's sake, say Du'a and observe Allah's Justice take place at the time He knows is most befitting.
6] You can either visualize the toxic individual being a patient from a mental hospital who doesn't have any idea of their wrongful treatment towards you. Thus try to tolerate them patiently, and distance yourself from their negativity. Or you can see them as a wild beast who violently pounced on you once when you tried to approach them. A significant lesson you've learned is to never attempt to befriend or confide in them again, since they're capable of showing aggression.
7] Quit stalking their social media accounts or timelines on Facebook if you used to be friends, so you don't have to stumble upon any of their hateful posts directed at you indirectly. Once you've realized that someone's companionship does more harm than benefit, you're better off not knowing what goes on in their life.
Courageously have enough self-respect to detach yourself from those who act as annoying obstacles along the way to Paradise, while you have forgiven them for Allah's sake, from inside.
Forgiving people doesn't always mean exposing yourself to the wrong kind of "friends" who are harmful for you, but you let go of the heavy load of resentment against them, stop plotting revenge, which develops your well-being, and trust that Allah the Most Loving will be the One to deal justly with His creation, if not in this temporal dunya then on the Day of Judgment.
📖 Anas Ibn Malik RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said to me: "Young man, if you are able every morning and evening to remove any rancor (grudges, hatred or jealousy) from your heart towards anyone, do so."
Then, the Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said to me:
"Young man, that is my Sunnah. Whoever revives my Sunnah has loved me, and whoever loves me will be with me in Paradise."
Source: Sunan At-Tirmidhi 2678
Grade: Hasan
💌 Seven ways to recover from hurt feelings or how to stay firm as a Muslim despite being hated by some critics:
1] Remember your main goal is to please Only Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala, not to adjust yourself to satisfy His servants' demands and different expectations.
2] As long as you live your life according to what Allah and His noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam want, instead of behaving to suit people's standards, you shouldn't worry about their criticism and false accusations.
3] Insulting remarks, offensive slurs and misconduct intended to trigger intense reactions usually come from a person who is either intensely jealous of you or who's low-key insecure. Understand where they're coming from. Realize their unjustified rudeness is due to the fact they could be emotionally disturbed or jealously threatened. So patiently release yourself from their negative vibes, and don't be affected by their ignorant attitude.
4] They have absolutely no valid reason to judge you because:
A) They're complete strangers who don't fully know you.
B) They don't pay your bills nor did they give birth to you. In other words, since they have nothing positive to contribute in your life, you mustn't invest any emotion on them. Rather than feeling offended by something they did or said, be grateful Alhamdulillah that you are not like them in lacking good manners or having awfully low self-esteem.
C) They too aren't 100% perfect. The Only True Judge in both worlds is Allah the Most Wise Who sees everyone and what they go through.
5] Let their injustice, deceit, betrayal, offense, and rejection remind you to trust Only Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala. No matter how badly some individuals have treated you, strive to remain patient for Allah's sake, say Du'a and observe Allah's Justice take place at the time He knows is most befitting.
6] You can either visualize the toxic individual being a patient from a mental hospital who doesn't have any idea of their wrongful treatment towards you. Thus try to tolerate them patiently, and distance yourself from their negativity. Or you can see them as a wild beast who violently pounced on you once when you tried to approach them. A significant lesson you've learned is to never attempt to befriend or confide in them again, since they're capable of showing aggression.
7] Quit stalking their social media accounts or timelines on Facebook if you used to be friends, so you don't have to stumble upon any of their hateful posts directed at you indirectly. Once you've realized that someone's companionship does more harm than benefit, you're better off not knowing what goes on in their life.
Courageously have enough self-respect to detach yourself from those who act as annoying obstacles along the way to Paradise, while you have forgiven them for Allah's sake, from inside.
Forgiving people doesn't always mean exposing yourself to the wrong kind of "friends" who are harmful for you, but you let go of the heavy load of resentment against them, stop plotting revenge, which develops your well-being, and trust that Allah the Most Loving will be the One to deal justly with His creation, if not in this temporal dunya then on the Day of Judgment.
📖 Anas Ibn Malik RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said to me: "Young man, if you are able every morning and evening to remove any rancor (grudges, hatred or jealousy) from your heart towards anyone, do so."
Then, the Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said to me:
"Young man, that is my Sunnah. Whoever revives my Sunnah has loved me, and whoever loves me will be with me in Paradise."
Source: Sunan At-Tirmidhi 2678
Grade: Hasan
Saturday, June 6, 2020
Hadith: Virtues Of Fasting A Day For Allah's Sake
📖 Abu Sa’eed Al-Khudri RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Whoever fasts a day in the way of Allah, Allah will move his face away from the Hellfire by a distance of seventy years."
Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 2685, Sahih Muslim 1153
Grade: Muttafaqun Alayhi (Authenticity agreed upon) according to Al-Bukhari and Muslim
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