🗒️ Regular lectures conducted by brother Moosa Richardson in English language during Ramadan at around 6:45 AM (Philippine timing) via Spreaker (lessons from Surah Al-Israa)
Islamic reminders, Hadith, notes, poems, poetry, lessons, reflections etc.
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.
Sunday, March 26, 2023
Monday, March 20, 2023
Links: Islamic PDF Document (The Wisdoms Of Fasting) - Why Muslims Who Are Capable Must Fast During Ramadan
📚 Islamic PDF book "The Wisdoms Of Fasting" - some notes and lessons learned from one of the lectures of sheikh Muhammad Ibn Salih Al-'Uthaymeen (May Allah the Almighty accept his good deeds and make him among the people of Jannatul Ferdaus with Allah's Mercy. Ameen.):
Sunday, March 19, 2023
Note: Different Categories Of Muslimahs Regarding Salat At-Taraweeh And Witr In Ramadan
💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful
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🗒️ Different categories of Muslimahs after the Adhaan of Salat Al-'Ishaa is called (then Sunnah Salat At-Taraweeh and Witr) during Ramadan:
The Muslimah who...
1] ...joins her husband and/or family or friends to pray Salat Al-'Ishaa, Taraweeh and Witr in the Masjid.
2] ...first prays Salat Al-'Ishaa in her room or residence then waits for a while before joining the group to pray Sunnah Taraweeh and Witr in the Masjid.
3] ...prefers to pray Salat Al-'Ishaa, Taraweeh and Witr in her own room or residence.
4] ...will pray Salat Al-'Ishaa, Taraweeh and Witr at home only after she completes washing the dishes and cleaning up her kitchen etc.
5] ...will pray Salat Al-'Ishaa, Taraweeh and Witr at home only after she feels full from her Iftaar meal and dinner.
6] ...will take some rest or nap for at least one hour before she prays Salat Al-'Ishaa, Taraweeh and Witr in her residence.
7] ...will attend an online class or conference, or listen to a lecture, before she prays Salat Al-'Ishaa, Taraweeh and Witr in her residence.
8] ...does some chores before praying Salat Al-'Ishaa in her room then after some minutes she goes to the nearest Masjid to pray the remaining Rak'ahs (Rak'aat) of Salat At-Taraweeh and Witr.
9] ...volunteers to babysit some infants and children while their parents are at the Masjid praying then she prays Salat Al-'Ishaa, Taraweeh and Witr a bit later when they arrive.
10] ...volunteers to babysit some infants and children while their parents are at the Masjid praying then she prays Salat Al-'Ishaa then Witr, and praying Taraweeh only when she's not tired or busy at times.
11] ...sometimes prays Salat At-Taraweeh and Witr in the Masjid and other times she prays the Sunnah prayers at her residence depending on her situation.
12] ...loves to pray Taraweeh with as many Muslims as she can join during Ramadan, praying Taraweeh at various Masaajid / mosques, prayer areas and Muslim gatherings.
13] ...doesn't pray Taraweeh on a regular basis whether with the group at the Masjid or in her residence because she currently finds it too long or difficult - unaware of its many virtues and that we Muslims can pray at least two Rak'ahs (Rak'ataan) of Sunnah Salat At-Taraweeh and recite shorter Surahs when praying this highly rewarding Sunnah prayer.
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📖 Ibn Umar RadhiAllahu 'anhuma narrated: Whenever the Messenger of Allah SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam saw the new crescent moon, he would say, "Allah is the Greatest! O Allah, bring it over us with safety and faith (Imaan), peace (salaam) and Islam, and guidance to what our Rabb (Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala) loves and is pleased with. Our Rabb (Allah) and your Rabb is Allah." ["Allahu Akbar. Allahumma ahillahu 'alaynaa bil-amni wal Imaan, wa as-salaamati wa al-Islaam, wa at-tawfeequ limaa Tuhebbu wa Tardaa, Rabbunaa wa RabbukAllah. Ameen."]
Source: Sunan Al-Dārimī 1729
Grade: Sahih li ghayrihi according to Al-Arna'ut
📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Whoever fasts the month of Ramadan with faith (Imaan) and seeking reward, his previous sins will be forgiven. Whoever stands in prayer during the Night of Decree (Laylatul Qadr) due to faith (Imaan) and (sincerely) seeking reward (rewards from Only Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala), his previous sins will be forgiven."
Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 1802
Sahih Muslim 760
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, "One might fast and he gets nothing from his fast but hunger (due to his wrong intention or neglect regarding purifying one's niyyah intention). One might pray at night but he gets nothing from his prayer except for fatigue (due to his wrong intention or neglect regarding purifying one's niyyah intention)."
Source: Sunan Ibn Mājah 1690
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani
🔊 Some valuable reminders regarding the blessed month Ramadan, lectures delivered by brother in Islam Hamzah AbdurRazzaaq:
Note: Some Good Deeds To Do More Of Before Iftaar
💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful
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🗒️ List of some good deeds which some Muslims do during Ramadan a few minutes before Iftaar and the Adhaan of Salat Al-Maghreb (do these for Allah's sake as often as you can when capable):
1] Saying Du'a and asking Allah the Almighty for all your needs and wants etc.
2] Saying Dhikr, Tasbeeh and lots of Istighfaar while resting or reclining.
3] Saying Dhikr, Tasbeeh and Istighfaar while multitasking and doing a charitable deed such as cooking or assisting in preparing the meals for Iftaar, distributing Iftaar meals to some Masaajid (Mosques), Islamic institutes or orphanages etc.
4] Attending an Islamic conference or listening to some Islamic lectures.
5] Reading from the Noble Qur'an as frequently as one can with the intention of attaining plentiful rewards for every letter that one recites from each Ayah verse and reflecting on Allah's Message if one is able to understand Arabic or occasionally checking the Tafseer and translation to enhance one's understanding.
6] Reading some Islamic books or articles while saying Dhikr every now and then.
7] Delivering an Islamic speech or conducting a Qur'an memorization or recitation class.
❎ List of actions carried out by many individuals during Ramadan a few minutes before Iftaar and the Adhaan of Salat Al-Maghreb (avoid these for Allah's sake as much as possible):
❌ Playing games excessively on one's electronic device while deliberately neglecting reading from the Noble Qur'an.
❌ Sleeping after Salat Al-'Asr and intending to not wake up until the Muaddhin calls the Adhaan for Salat Al-Maghreb. Don't miss out on the rewards of saying Du'a before the Iftaar even for five minutes.
❌ Watching inappropriate videos online (including "mukbang" and "eating challenge" video clips), listening to songs, or being too preoccupied with trying to complete all the episodes of a particular movie series.
❌ Gossiping online or offline about a specific group or individual.
❌ Loudly complaining about one's hunger or thirst, even jokingly, instead of keeping negative thoughts to oneself.
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📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Whoever fasts the month of Ramadan with faith (Imaan) and seeking reward, his previous sins will be forgiven. Whoever stands in prayer during the Night of Decree (Laylatul Qadr) due to faith (Imaan) and (sincerely) seeking reward (rewards from Only Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala), his previous sins will be forgiven."
Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 1802
Sahih Muslim 760
Grade: Muttafaqun Alayhi (Authenticity agreed upon) according to Al-Bukhari and Muslim
📖 Ibn Umar RadhiAllahu 'anhuma narrated: Whenever the Messenger of Allah SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam saw the new crescent moon, he would say, "Allah is the Greatest! O Allah, bring it over us with safety and faith, peace and Islam, and guidance to what our Rabb (Allah) loves and is pleased with. Our Rabb (Allah) and your Rabb is Allah." ["Allahu Akbar. Allahumma ahillahu 'alaynaa bil-amni wal Imaan, wa as-salaamati wa al-Islaam, wa at-tawfeequ limaa Tuhebbu wa Tardaa, Rabbunaa wa RabbukAllah. Ameen."]
Source: Sunan Al-Dārimī 1729
Grade: Sahih li ghayrihi according to Al-Arna'ut
📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The five prayers, Friday to Friday, and Ramadan to Ramadan will expiate the sins committed between them, as long as the major sins are avoided."
Source: Sahih Muslim 233
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim
🔊 Some valuable reminders regarding the blessed month Ramadan, lectures delivered by brother in Islam Hamzah AbdurRazzaaq:
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Saturday, March 18, 2023
Tips: Advice On Dealing With Shallow People Who Make Fun Of You For Not Being "Wealthy"
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🗒️ Question: There are a number of acquaintances at my school / workplace who frequently make fun of me for being "poor", unable to afford branded clothes and own expensive items. What tips can you share on dealing with those types of people?
📝 Answer: Allah the Almighty knows best. Those types of shallow people who enjoy looking down on those who aren't as wealthy and "fashionable" as they are, while they judge Allah's servants according to their job titles or size of their earnings, are in reality very miserable on the inside. They probably envy the lives of those who appear much more affluent than them, and their coping strategy with their undeniable distress or dissatisfaction with Allah's Qadr Destiny is acting like obnoxious bullies towards those whom they perceive as economically inferior, to feel better about their lousy insecure selves.
A person who is blessed with actual inner peace, contentment and confidence would never sabotage their morals by behaving worse and more irrationally than an oversized fifth grade bully. It is unreasonable for them to deride you for not being that "rich" while you're just minding your own business and you never signed up to join some sort of competition wherein the contestants do what they can to impress the judgmental judges with their money. They despise you for being "poor"? So what? At least you're not the sad clown whose irresponsible parents failed at moral upbringing. It is better to be described as "poor" yet your lofty manners and integrity surpass their ignorance, ugly ego and stupidity than to take pride in being "well-off" but still full of low self-esteem, obsessed with jealously comparing oneself to others' superficial conditions constantly. Even all of the world's donkeys and monkeys combined are way more civilized than such arrogant snobs if they wrongly assume they're more "superb" or "outstanding" than most of humanity for enjoying luxury. They're like proud dung beetles flaunting their collections in front of lions and falcons that aren't at all interested in competing.
Allah the Most Omnipotent does not love those prideful braggarts, so why feel jealous of those who are despised and possibly cursed by our Only Creator Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala?
May Allah the Most Loving forgive all of our mistakes and keep us away from anything that displeases Him. Ameen.
View those shallow individuals as opportunities to train yourself to be more effective and successful at avoiding the wrongdoings or foul characteristics which Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala disapproves of.
Allah the Most Wise may oftentimes decree that we meet a number of souls with poor character so that our ability to avoid those toxic individuals for Allah's sake can also be applied when striving to distance ourselves from what He Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala forbade.
If you have the strength to desist from befriending envious gossipmongers and frequent liars, then abstaining from addiction to music should be feasible for you.
↪️ What you can say to those who classify you as "poor":
1] Why do you feel the need to point out something which doesn't really bother me? Is that a weird tactic of yours to distract yourself from your insecurities and misery?
2] How old are you again? For somebody in their late thirties, forties or fifties, you sure act so immaturely. Didn't your mommy or daddy educate you a single thing about when to speak and when to shut up when your nonsensical thoughts verbalized are unnecessary?
3] "Poor"? That's subjective. Aren't you aware of how many refugees and needy people there are worldwide? If you're so rich and at ease inwardly, why not live a meaningful life and try to improve those people's circumstances rather than acting out selfishness, despicable greed and inanity.
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📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The poor Muslims will enter Paradise before the rich by half of a day, the length of which is five hundred years."
Source: Sunan At-Tirmidhi 2354
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani
📖 Narrated 'Imran bin Husain RadhiAllahu 'anhu: The Prophet Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "I looked into Paradise and found that the majority of its inhabitants were from the poor people, and I looked into the Hellfire and found that the majority of its dwellers were women (a lot of whom show ingratitude to the husband)."
Sahih Al-Bukhari 6449
📖 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 (Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala)."
Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 6125
Sahih Muslim 2963
Grade: Muttafaqun Alayhi (Authenticity agreed upon) according to Al-Bukhari and Muslim
📖 Abu Dharr RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "O Abu Dharr, do you say an abundance of possessions is wealth?" I said 'yes.' The Prophet Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Do you say a lack of possessions is poverty?" I said 'yes.' The Prophet Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam repeated this three times, then he said, "Wealth is in the heart and poverty is in the heart. Whoever is wealthy in his heart will not be harmed no matter what happens in the world. Whoever is impoverished in his heart will not be satisfied no matter how much he has in the world. Verily, he will only be harmed by the greed of his own soul."
Source: Al-Mu’jam Al-Kabīr 1618
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani
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