Poem: Do Good Deeds Just To Please Allah The Almighty Without Waiting To Be Thanked By His Servants

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

💌 Admit the fact that not all people were brought up well. 

Just because you're kind doesn't guarantee that you will 

Always be treated kindly by each individual. 

There'll be some souls who doubt your kindness, ones ungrateful, 

And those who, despite your favors, choose to hate you still.

~•~

From the secrets to inward happiness in this world 

Is to do good just for Allah Who justly rewards 

Your efforts to please Him, while people's praise isn't sought. 

Thoughts like "Where's my thanks?", "Ingrates!", "They didn't thank enough," 

And "my altruism was wasted" aren't thought of.

~•~

Your gifts, treats, advice you shared, freebies, or meals you bought 

For loved ones and friends are meant to attain Allah's Love. 

You're generous not so people can admire, applaud 

Or return your favors, but you seek Allah's Reward, 

Aware that kindness makes you from those whom Allah loves.

~•~

Numbers who were taught by their mothers to talk and walk 

Disrespect the mom like her tireless works they forgot. 

There may have been news of sons who've had their fathers shot 

And some students who caused their teachers to lose their jobs. 

Don't be shocked if you're nice while some guess you're "showing off".

~•~

Strive to serve Allah. Realize that those with pure hearts 

Recognize the light and good intentions in your heart. 

Some Muslims' quietness try not to quickly misjudge. 

You may think they're unthankful for your unselfish acts, 

When they've gratefully mentioned you in loving Du'as.

~•~

📖 Narrated 'Abdullah bin 'Amr RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "A Muslim is the one who avoids harming the Muslims with his tongue and hands. And a Muhaajir (emigrant) is the one who gives up (abandons) all what Allah has forbidden."

Reference: Sahih Al-Bukhari 10

In-book reference: Book 2, Hadith 3

USC-MSA web (English) reference: Vol. 1, Book 2, Hadith 10

📖 Abdullah Ibn Amr RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "We are now in this day. Blessed are the strangers." It was said, “O Messenger of Allah, who are the strangers?” The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Righteous people among many evil people. Those who disobey them are more numerous than those who obey them."

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Ahmed Shakir

📖 Ibn Umar RadhiAllahu 'anhuma narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The most beloved people to Allah are those who are most beneficial (useful, helpful) to the people. The most beloved deed to Allah is to make a Muslim happy (in halal/permissible ways), or to remove one of his troubles, or to forgive his debt, or to feed his hunger. That I walk with a brother regarding a need is more beloved to me than that I seclude myself in this Mosque in Madinah for a month. Whoever swallows his anger, then Allah will conceal his faults. Whoever suppresses his rage, even though he could fulfill his anger if he wished, then Allah will secure his heart on the Day of Resurrection. Whoever walks with his brother regarding a need until he secures it for him, then Allah the Almighty will make his footing firm across the bridge (the Siraat) on the day when the footings are shaken."

Source: Al-Muʻjam Al-Awsaṭ 6192

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani

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Note: One Of Many Proofs That The Noble Qur'an Is Indeed Allah's Speech

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

💌 One of the many proofs that the beloved Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam did not invent the Noble Qur'an, besides him being illiterate (unable to read or write), and that the Qur'an is indeed Allah's Speech, is that more than centuries ago, way before the discovery of satellites, geological tools and modern technology, Allah the Almighty mentions in the first verses of Surah Ar-Rum (chapter 30) how a battle between the Persians and Romans took place in the lowest point on earth. How else would the Prophet Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam know that it is the lowest point on the ground if he was all the way in Makkah or Madinah while he didn't actually travel to every single area around the globe to accurately determine that where the armies were combating is really the lowest point? 

The Noble Qur'an, revealed to the beloved Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam through Angel Gabriel/Jibreel 'alaihis salaam, is truly Allah's Word full of signs, miracles and prophecies, not an "ordinary manuscript written by a poet".

~•~

📖 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

Note: Eleven Qualities Of Good Muslim Friends

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

💌 Qualities of righteous friends:

1] They love you for the sake of Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala, sincerely wanting to befriend you so you can make it to Jannah together, instead of befriending for personal gains or worldly matters.

2] They don't judge you by your external appearance, your family, accommodation, income and public reputation. What matter to them are your correct Aqeedah, shared love for seeking Islamic knowledge and sincere niyyah intention.

3] They include you in their frequent Du'as without you knowing.

4] When hanging out, they remind you to pray early when the time for Salah has arrived.

5] They correct your mistakes, while remembering you're just human, not to boost their ego, but so you can be a better Muslim for Allah's sake. Examples: Reminding you to eat and drink with your right hand, fixing your hijab so a strand of hair isn't shown, and commanding you to stop backbiting if they hear you gossiping about someone.

6] They give you gifts or do favors often without expecting anything in return. They offer you a ride home, to help around your house, and give financial assistance if they're capable, not to impress you but to strengthen the bond to please Allah the Most Loving.

7] They're trustworthy, honest and reliable. Any secrets or intimate thoughts you confided in them stay safe with them. If they can't fulfill a promise, they try to compensate or at least apologize and explain their current situation.

8] They share beneficial knowledge with you whenever they can, send links to useful Islamic articles or educational videos, and invite you to attend Islamic conferences or classes with them so your faith/Imaan is strengthened.

9] They can't get jealous of you nor do they secretly envy your achievements. Seeing you happy makes them joyful just as finding you depressed can make them worried. They're genuinely caring, helpful and supportive.

10] Even if you often argue, quarrel or disagree on many things, they never hesitate to say sorry, understand your story and remain forgiving. Friends worth keeping are those who aren't controlled by their emotions.

11] Because they really want your friendship to continue in Paradise, they strive to keep the connection strong by ensuring it's not one-sided and it is free from deceit, suspicion and lies. Although you may live far apart, or they're residing in another city or country, you persistently pray that Allah the Most Merciful reunites you in Jannah Paradise.

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "A man is upon the religion of his best friend, so let one of you look at whom he befriends."

Source: Sunan At-Tirmidhi 2378

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Nawawi

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The souls are conscripted soldiers. They come together upon what they recognize, and they differ upon what they reject." 

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 3109

Sahih Muslim 2638 

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

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Hadith: Reminder To Avoid Extravagantly Overspending

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Allah does not like for you to waste wealth, nor ask many unnecessary questions, nor spread gossip."

Source: Musnad Al-Bazzār 8463

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani

📖 Jabir RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The food of one person is enough for two, the food of two is enough for four, and the food of four is enough for eight."

Source: Sahih Muslim 2059

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim

Al-Nawawi said, “In this is encouragement to be sympathetic with food, that even a little food is enough to suffice, and there is blessing in sharing with those present.”

Source: Sharh Al-Nawawī ‘alá Sahih Muslim 2059 

https://www.abukhadeejah.com/allah-hates-squander-wealth-waste-hadeeth-brief-explanation/

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Poem: We Can't Force People To Believe What's Right. Only Allah The Most Wise Guides Whom He Wills.

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

💌 'Umar ibn Al-Khattab, Khalid bin Al-Waleed, 

Abu Sufyan bin Harb, Hind bint 'Utbah, and Wahshi 

Were from those who openly fought and showed enmity 

To Prophet Muhammad (SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam) and the Muslims previously 

Until Allah guided them, saved them from disbelief. 

~•~

Abu Talib who took care of Muhammad (SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam) for years, 

The son of Nuh ('alaihis salaam), Aazar the father of Ibraheem ('alaihis salaam), 

Wife of Lut ('alaihis salaam), Ibn Salul known for hypocrisy, 

And fir'awn, spouse of Aasiyah ('alaihas salaam), guilty of tyranny 

Stayed astray - Far from Allah's Guidance, Light and Mercy. 

~•~

No matter how eager you advise some families, 

Begging Allah to guide your loved ones persistently, 

Mentioning their names in Du'as dedicatedly, 

They won't be guided, of your advice they can't take heed, 

If their sticking to falsehood is by Allah decreed.

~•~

Don't worry. When you do Da'wah for Allah bravely, 

And your invites to the truth are declined frequently, 

Be grateful for Allah's Guidance and that you at least 

Did your best to remind, correct wrongs, enjoin good deeds, 

And called your relatives to Allah responsibly.

~•~

Only Allah the Almighty can decide wisely 

Who among His creation deserve Jannah's entry. 

Enjoining right and forbidding wrong is your duty. 

Granting enlightenment is done by Allah Only 

Who controls all people's hearts and Qadr/Destiny.

~•~

📖 Sahl Ibn Sa’d RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "By Allah, that Allah guides a man through you is better for you than a herd of expensive red camels."

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 2847 

Sahih Muslim 2406

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