‘… But the evil plot does not encompass except its own people…’ [Fatir: 43] Do not wish bad for anybody, do not harm or be jealous of somebody, and never plot or mislead another person in order to secure a benefit for yourself. Most certainly, Allah `azza wa jall will turn the tables and loss will be the only thing remaining with the plotter. Sometimes issues are made clear to us after some time and it’s then we realise that those who we previously wished well for … [Read more...]
12 Etiquettes on greeting (salaam)
November 6, 2009 By
That person is nearest to Allah Ta'âla who utters the salaam first. (i.e. one who does not wait for the opposite party to make salaam first. Greet every Muslim, whether acquainted or not. (Bukhari) Salaam should always be made before talking. (Tirmidhi) When replying to a salaam that has been conveyed through a third person, answer by saying: Wa Alaika Wa Alayhis Salâm. (Nasa'i) After making salaam, if a barrier such as a tree or wall appears … [Read more...]
Etiquettes of the Mobile Phone
October 30, 2009 By
Islam has never been opposed to advancement. However, some advancements are such that together with their benefits come many harms. Whilst mobile technology and the mobile phone in particular has revolutionized the way we live, it is important that we utilize such technology appropriately. In The Masjid When attending the masjid one should switch off his mobile. Failure to do so will result in one being disrespectful to the house of Allah as well being a means of disturbance to others if … [Read more...]
How to Benefit From Religious Talks
October 19, 2009 By
1. Correct intention: The prime intention is of self-rectification; the purification of the soul. We should come with this intention that what is being said is a mirror and I will look at my life in the mirror of what is being said. Whatever dark spots I will notice I will clean them. We should listen to what is being said and compare it immediately with our life in order to assess whether that item is in our life or not. With the correct intention three further things are required: … [Read more...]
Some Hadith on Trade & Business
February 21, 2008 By
Being in the retail/trade business, I can identify with alot of the Hadith below. Honesty & integrity goes a long way, not only do you benefit for the hereafter but read any business book, or ask any consultant. They'll tell you the same The Prophet (sallallhu 'alayhi wasallam) said: An honest and truthful businessman shall be in the shade of the throne of Allah. (Al-Isbihani) Prophet Muhammad Sallallhu 'alayhi wasallam has said that whoever buys stolen goods, knowing such goods to have … [Read more...]
AskBabaAli Q&A : Little Backbiter!
February 16, 2008 By
Episode Three of the AskBabaAli show has just been released on youtube, this time BabaAli tackles the issue of backbiting & how to address this type of situation. [wp_youtube]EaiYwf1cHD4[/wp_youtube] … [Read more...]
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