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Stories of the Righteous – Nuh [peace be upon him]

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 In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy

 Allah – The Exalted- says:

 لَقَدۡ كَانَ فِى قَصَصِہِمۡ عِبۡرَةٌ۬ لِّأُوْلِى ٱلۡأَلۡبَـٰبِ‌ۗ مَا كَانَ حَدِيثً۬ا يُفۡتَرَىٰ وَلَـٰڪِن تَصۡدِيقَ ٱلَّذِى بَيۡنَ يَدَيۡهِ وَتَفۡصِيلَ ڪُلِّ شَىۡءٍ۬ وَهُدً۬ى وَرَحۡمَةً۬ لِّقَوۡمٍ۬ يُؤۡمِنُونَ 

Indeed, in their stories, there is a lesson for men of understanding. It (the Quran) is not a forged statement but a confirmation of Allah’s existing Books [the Taurat (Torah), the Injeel (Gospel), and other Scriptures of Allah] and a detailed explanation of everything and a guide and a Mercy for the people who believe.

The stories of the Prophets and Messengers with their people contain lessons for those who possess understanding. These stories teach us lessons from the actions of good and evil people. They show us that those who emulate the righteous will be honoured, while those who choose the path of the wicked will face disgrace. Moreover, these stories give us an insight into Allah’s qualities of perfection and His great wisdom. They remind us that Allah is the only one who has the right to be worshipped, without any partners or associates. PDF: Nuh

 

The French Language De-officialised In an African Muslim Country – Good riddance!

Written by Abdullah Jallow on . Posted in Contemporary Issues.

In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy.

Allah, as He says:

وَمِنۡ ءَايَـٰتِهِۦ خَلۡقُ ٱلسَّمَـٰوَٲتِ وَٱلۡأَرۡضِ وَٱخۡتِلَـٰفُ أَلۡسِنَتِڪُمۡ وَأَلۡوَٲنِكُمۡ‌ۚ إِنَّ فِى ذَٲلِكَ لَأَيَـٰتٍ۬ لِّلۡعَـٰلِمِينَ

And among His Signs is the creation of the heavens and the earth, and the difference of your languages and colours. Verily, in that are indeed signs for men of sound knowledge.[Surah Ar-Rum. Ayah 22]

Truly, the Qur’an provides a clear illustration of righteous individuals who were granted authority by Allah in both the East and the West, benefiting His slaves, like Dhul Qar’nayn [peace be upon him]. They stood in stark contrast to those who, in their cruel and heartless actions, inflicted untold suffering upon their fellow beings in the vast lands of Africa and beyond, for an agonizing span of four centuries. Even today, these oppressors shamelessly exploit and subjugate their victims through unjust and inhumane post-colonial agreements. Allah says about Dhul-Qarnayn:

ثُمَّ أَتۡبَعَ سَبَبًا
حَتَّىٰٓ إِذَا بَلَغَ بَيۡنَ ٱلسَّدَّيۡنِ وَجَدَ مِن دُونِهِمَا قَوۡمً۬ا لَّا يَكَادُونَ يَفۡقَهُونَ قَوۡلاً۬

Then he (Dhul-Qarnayn) followed (another) way, until he reached between two mountains, he found, before (near) them (those two mountains), a people who scarcely understood a word. [Al-Kahf. Ayaat 92-93]

Imam As-Sadi [may Allah have mercy upon him] said: They could not understand due to their foreign language, their foreign way of comprehending, and the manner in which their hearts perceived matters. Nevertheless, Allah granted Dhul-Qarnayn [peace be upon him] the means to the knowledge through which he comprehended the language of these people and facilitated communication between them. Consequently, they complained to him regarding the harm perpetrated by Gog and Magog, two big nations descended from Adam [peace be upon him]. Allah says:

قَالُواْ يَـٰذَا ٱلۡقَرۡنَيۡنِ إِنَّ يَأۡجُوجَ وَمَأۡجُوجَ مُفۡسِدُونَ فِى ٱلۡأَرۡضِ فَهَلۡ نَجۡعَلُ لَكَ خَرۡجًا عَلَىٰٓ أَن تَجۡعَلَ بَيۡنَنَا وَبَيۡنَهُمۡ سَدًّ۬ا
قَالَ مَا مَكَّنِّى فِيهِ رَبِّى خَيۡرٌ۬ فَأَعِينُونِى بِقُوَّةٍ أَجۡعَلۡ بَيۡنَكُمۡ وَبَيۡنَہُمۡ رَدۡمًا
ءَاتُونِى زُبَرَ ٱلۡحَدِيدِ‌ۖ حَتَّىٰٓ إِذَا سَاوَىٰ بَيۡنَ ٱلصَّدَفَيۡنِ قَالَ ٱنفُخُواْ‌ۖ حَتَّىٰٓ إِذَا جَعَلَهُ ۥ نَارً۬ا قَالَ ءَاتُونِىٓ أُفۡرِغۡ عَلَيۡهِ قِطۡرً۬ا
فَمَا ٱسۡطَـٰعُوٓاْ أَن يَظۡهَرُوهُ وَمَا ٱسۡتَطَـٰعُواْ لَهُ ۥ نَقۡبً۬ا
قَالَ هَـٰذَا رَحۡمَةٌ۬ مِّن رَّبِّى‌ۖ فَإِذَا جَآءَ وَعۡدُ رَبِّى جَعَلَهُ ۥ دَكَّآءَ‌ۖ وَكَانَ وَعۡدُ رَبِّى حَقًّ۬ا

They said, “O Dhul-Qarnayn! Indeed, Gog and Magog [Yajuj and Majuj] are spreading corruption throughout the land. Should we pay you tribute, provided that you build a wall between us and them?” He said, “What my Lord has provided for me is far better. But assist me with resources, and I will build a barrier between you and them. Bring me blocks of iron!” Then, when he had filled up the gap between the two mountains, he ordered, “Blow!” When the iron became red hot, he said, “Bring me molten copper to pour over it”. And so they could neither scale nor tunnel through it. He said, “This is a mercy from my Lord. But when the promise of my Lord comes to pass, He will level it to the ground. And my Lord’s promise is ever true”. [Surah Al-Kahf. Ayaat 92-98] [1]

Behold the illustration of how those exceptional individuals harnessed their talents for the betterment of society, instead of resorting to savagery, theft, pillaging, killing, and degradation. This stands in sharp opposition to the savagery exhibited by the French colonisers, who were notorious for their extreme cruelty, exploitation, and injustice during the periods of colonialism and the early post-colonial era. Those seeking information on this topic will discover a plethora of resources available. In recent times, following the decision of certain former Muslim colonies to remove French as their official language, a language that was imposed upon them by their colonial predecessors as a means to indoctrinate and wage an ideological battle against Muslims, some French academics have displayed fits of anger and frustration. It is possible that they feared the unraveling of one of the schemes devised by their monarch, Louis IX. In 1250, this monarch was taken captive during his participation in a crusade against the Egyptian Muslims. After a substantial ransom was paid, he was eventually released from imprisonment. Nevertheless, during his time in confinement, he utilised his time to devise plans against Islam and its followers. These schemes included the substitution of the physical conflict between Christians in the Western world and Muslims with a battle of ideologies and cultural dominance. Additionally, he aimed to equip the West with the means to undermine the beliefs of Muslims and tarnish Islam’s image in the world. [2]

Imam Abdul Aziz Bin Baz [may Allah have mercy upon him] was asked: What are the means used by the West to promote its ideas (in Muslim lands)?

Answer: The means that the West uses to promote its ideas are many, including:

[I] Attempting to seize the minds of Muslim children and instil Western concepts in them, so a child believes that the best path is the path of the West in everything, whether in what he believes regarding religions and creeds, or what he speaks of languages, or what he adheres to by way of manners, habits and the paths he takes to pursue affairs.

[II] Giving close attention to a large group of Muslim children from every country, taking care and nurturing them, so when they are completely submerged in Western ideas and then return to their countries, they are heaped with praise and commended until they take up positions and leadership in their countries, and thus they promote Western ideas and establish educational institutions that go along with the Western curriculum or are subject to it.

[III] Revitalising the teaching of Western languages ​​in Muslim countries and restricting the language of the Muslims, especially the Arabic language- the language of the Noble Qur’an with which Allah revealed His book and through which Muslims worship their Lord in prayer, during pilgrimage, in their supplications and other than that. Included in this is that they encourage the destructive calls that fight the Arabic language, make attempts to weaken adherence to it in the lands by calling for the vernacular, establish many study programs intended to corrupt Arabic grammar and so-called language development, to glorify what they call folk literature and national heritage. [3]

Hence, it is a positive development when certain African Muslim nations remove French as their official language.

 

Ahlul Bidah and The Arabic Language

Shaikh Al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah -may Allah have mercy upon him – said: Those who are unfamiliar with the language spoken by the Prophet’s companions, the language they used amongst themselves, and how the Prophet [peace and blessings of Allah be upon him] communicated with them, may inadvertently alter the proper placement of words. Many individuals are raised with the idioms and customary language of their people. As a result, they may come across these words in the speech of Allah, the Messenger, or the Prophet’s companions and mistakenly assume that the intended meaning aligns with their own cultural norms and verbal expressions, whereas what Allah and His Messenger intend is contrary to that. This (phenomenon) took place among a group of people – those who engaged in philosophical rhetoric, those who discussed Fiqh, those who delved into the Arabic language, the common people, and others. Some intentionally interpreted the words of the Prophets and those of their true followers in a manner that contradicted their meanings. Then, they expressed themselves using those words to aid their views, saying, “Indeed, we agree with the Prophets”. This (sentiment) is prevalent in the discourse of the heretical philosophers, the Ismaa’eeliyyah (Rawaafid), and others akin to them among the heretical philosophers, rhetoricians, and the Soofees. One who (truly) knows the Prophets and their true intentions behind their words will inevitably discern that the (utterances of those heretics) do not align with what the Prophets intended”. [4]

Behold the corruption wrought by these individuals who ascribed to Islam, as well as the neo-colonialists who brazenly or covertly push forward their vacuous rhetoric and un-Islamic concepts through various means. Hence, it is a positive development that Mali has removed French as their official language.

[1] An Excerpt From Tafseer As-Sadi

[2] خطة لويس التاسع – page 6

[3] https://binbaz.org.sa/discussions/30/%D8%AD%D9%88%D8%A7%D8%B1-%D9%85%D8%AC%D9%84%D8%A9-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A8%D8%AD%D9%88%D8%AB-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A7%D8%B3%D9%84%D8%A7%D9%85%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D8%AD%D9%88%D9%84-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%BA%D8%B2%D9%88-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%81%D9%83%D8%B1%D9%8A

[4] Majmoo Fataawaa 1/175

A preposterous assertion concerning the emergence of Gog and Magog.

Written by Abdullah Jallow on . Posted in Aqeedah (Creed & Belief), Contemporary Issues, Refutations, Scholars of Islam, Worship - 'Ibaadah'.

In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful The Bestower of Mercy.

Al-Allamah Hamud at-Tuwayjiri [may Allah have mercy upon him] quoted Tariq Suwaydan who stated: ”Despite many narrations, there is not to be found an authentic evidence with myself nor other than me regarding who Gog and Magog are precisely; but looking at the ahadith about them and their description, it has become clear to me-and Allah knows best- that they are the people of China”. Following this quotation, Al-Allamah Hamud articulated his response as follows:

This is the likes of which Tariq Suwaydaan stated that Gog and Magog are the people of China! This assertion contradicts the evidence found in the Qur’an and the Sunnah, and it is a mockery of the Creed of the pious predecessors. O noble reader! Before I refute this corrupt statement, let me first provide an overview of the Creed of Ahlus Sunnah Wal Jamaa’ah concerning Gog and Magog. Allah (Glorified be He and free is He from all imperfections) says:

حَتَّىٰٓ إِذَا بَلَغَ بَيْنَ ٱلسَّدَّيْنِ وَجَدَ مِن دُونِهِمَا قَوْمًا لَّا يَكَادُونَ يَفْقَهُونَ قَوْلًا
قَالُوا۟ يَٰذَا ٱلْقَرْنَيْنِ إِنَّ يَأْجُوجَ وَمَأْجُوجَ مُفْسِدُونَ فِى ٱلْأَرْضِ فَهَلْ نَجْعَلُ لَكَ خَرْجًا عَلَىٰٓ أَن تَجْعَلَ بَيْنَنَا وَبَيْنَهُمْ سَدًّا
قَالَ مَا مَكَّنِّى فِيهِ رَبِّى خَيْرٌ فَأَعِينُونِى بِقُوَّةٍ أَجْعَلْ بَيْنَكُمْ وَبَيْنَهُمْ رَدْمًا
ءَاتُونِى زُبَرَ ٱلْحَدِيدِ حَتَّىٰٓ إِذَا سَاوَىٰ بَيْنَ ٱلصَّدَفَيْنِ قَالَ ٱنفُخُوا۟ حَتَّىٰٓ إِذَا جَعَلَهُۥ نَارًا قَالَ ءَاتُونِىٓ أُفْرِغْ عَلَيْهِ قِطْرًا
فَمَا ٱسْطَٰعُوٓا۟ أَن يَظْهَرُوهُ وَمَا ٱسْتَطَٰعُوا۟ لَهُۥ نَقْبًا
قَالَ هَٰذَا رَحْمَةٌ مِّن رَّبِّى فَإِذَا جَآءَ وَعْدُ رَبِّى جَعَلَهُۥ دَكَّآءَ وَكَانَ وَعْدُ رَبِّى حَقًّا
وَتَرَكْنَا بَعْضَهُمْ يَوْمَئِذٍ يَمُوجُ فِى بَعْضٍ وَنُفِخَ فِى ٱلصُّورِ فَجَمَعْنَٰهُمْ جَمْعًا

Until when he reached between two mountains, he found, before (near) them (those two mountains), a people who scarcely understood a word. They said: O Dhul-Qarnain! Verily Gog and Magog are doing great mischief in the land. Shall we then pay you a tribute so that you might erect a barrier between us and them? He said: That (wealth, authority, and power) in which my Lord established me is better (than your tribute). So help me with strength (of men), I will erect between you and them a barrier. Give me pieces of (blocks) of iron; then, when he had filled up the gap between the two mountain cliffs, he said: Blow; then when he had made them (red as) fire, he said: Bring me molten copper to pour over them. So they (Gog and Magog) could not scale it or dig through it. (Dhul-Qarnain) said: This is a mercy from my Lord, but when the Promise of my Lord comes, He shall level it down to the ground. And the Promise of my Lord is ever true. And on that day (i.e. the day Gog and Magog) will come out, We shall leave them to surge like waves on one another, and the Trumpet will be blown, and We shall collect them (the creatures) all together”. [Al-Kahf. Ayaat 93-99]

Allah [Glorified be He and free is He from all imperfections] also says:

حَتَّىٰٓ إِذَا فُتِحَتْ يَأْجُوجُ وَمَأْجُوجُ وَهُم مِّن كُلِّ حَدَبٍ يَنسِلُونَ
وَٱقْتَرَبَ ٱلْوَعْدُ ٱلْحَقُّ فَإِذَا هِىَ شَٰخِصَةٌ أَبْصَٰرُ ٱلَّذِينَ كَفَرُوا۟ يَٰوَيْلَنَا قَدْ كُنَّا فِى غَفْلَةٍ مِّنْ هَٰذَا بَلْ كُنَّا ظَٰلِمِينَ

Until when Gog and Magog are let loose (from their barrier), and they swoop down from every mound. And the true promise (Day of Resurrection) shall draw near (of fulfillment). Then (when mankind is resurrected from their graves), you shall see the eyes of the disbelievers fixedly staring in horror. (They will say): Woe to us! We were indeed heedless of this; nay, but we were (polytheists and wrong-doers)”. [Al-Anbiya. Ayaat 96-97]

These two passages in Allah’s Book [the Qur’an] provide clear proof of the emergence of Gog and Magog before the Day of Judgment, and their appearance serves as one of the signs signaling the approach of the Day of Judgment. The Sunnah also contains numerous narrations that clearly establish and elucidate this (fact). One of these evidences is the hadith narrated by Hudhaifah Bin Usayd Al Ghaffaaree [may Allah be pleased with him], which is (recorded in Sahih Muslim and Abu Dawood as follows): ”We were sitting in the shade of the chamber of the Prophet [peace and blessings of Allah be upon him] discussing, so he said, ‘What are you discussing?’ They said, ‘We are talking about the Hour’. He said, ‘The Last Hour will not come until there appear ten signs before it: the Smoke, the appearance of Dajjal, the Beast, the rising of the sun in its place of setting, the coming forth of the descent of Isa, the son of Maryam, the appearance of Gog and Magog, and the three Subsidences, (one in the West, one in the East, and one in the Arabian Peninsula), and at the end a fire will issue forth from the Yemen and drive the people to their place of assembly'”. (1)

After citing a few more Ahadith, Al-Allamah Hamud asserted on page 12: Indeed, the assertion that Gog and Magog are the people of China contradicts what is well-established in texts that their emergence will occur only after the descent of Isa [peace be upon him] and the demise of Dajjal. Furthermore, it is established in the texts that they (Gog and Magog) will only live for a brief period after their appearance, whereas the people of China have remained in their current state for extended durations. The assertion that Gog and Magog are the Chinese people contradicts what Allah has stated regarding Dhul Qarnain, that Dhul Qarnain constructed a massive iron barrier between Gog and Magog and the people, and they will not be able to breach it until the approach of the Hour.

Furthermore, Tariq Suwaydaan’s assertion that Gog and Magog are the people of China contradicts the statement made by As-Saadiq Al Masdooq (a) that Gog and Magog dig every day until they are on the verge of seeing the sun’s rays, at which point the one in charge orders them to return, stating, “Go back; we’ll dig it tomorrow”. Afterward, Allah strengthens the barrier to its original state until the time when He intends to release them upon the people. At that point, they will continue digging until they can see the rays of the sun and the one in charge will then command them to return, saying, “Go back; we’ll dig it tomorrow if Allah’s will.” They will respond, “If Allah wills.” They will go back to the barrier and find it exactly as they left it. Then, they will dig and come out to the people and consume all the water, while the people fortify themselves in their forts from them. (2)

After citing this narration, Al-Allamah Hamud stated: “This is not what happens to the people of China, rather, they move whenever and wherever they wish. There is no barrier or blockage impeding (them). [An Excerpt from ”Idaaha Wal Bayaan Fee Akhtaa’i Tariq Suwaydaan”. pages 6-35]

[1] Abu Dawud 4311]

[a] As-Saadiq Al-Masdooq: [i.e. The Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him)]. He is As-Saadiq – the one who only utters wholesome – perfect – truth; and he is Al-Masdooq-the one who believed.

[2] Sahih Ibn Majah 3314

[1] The major catalysts behind the Ummah’s weakness and deterioration- By Imam Abdul Aziz Bin Baz

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Arabic text: weakness_part1

Imam Abdul Aziz Bin Baz [may Allah have mercy upon him] stated:

All praise and thanks are due to Allah, the Lord of the entire existence, and the (commendable final) outcome is for the righteous. May peace and blessings be bestowed on His servant and messenger – the one He chose, declared trustworthy, and entrusted with His divine message, and the most excellent among His creations, our Prophet, leader, and master, Muhammad, the son of Abdullah, the son of Abdul-Muttalib. May peace and blessings be upon his family (the believers among them), all his companions (without any exceptions), and all those who follow his path and are guided by his guidance until the end of time. To proceed:

Indeed, Muslim intellectuals, individuals with a strong sense of protective jealousy for Islam, and those who deeply ponder over the well-being of the Muslim Ummah have expressed great concern about the current state of Muslims and the factors that have contributed to it. This issue has consumed their thoughts, prompting them to reflect extensively on the causes of Muslim weakness, trailing behind their adversaries, their differing and lack of unity, and the factors that have allowed their enemies to overcome them until they took some of their lands. After acquaintance with clear reasons, they also directed their attention toward identifying the solutions for these causes that led to the regress and weakness, which are also well known. However, it is essential to spread and clarify this information, as describing the disease and its treatment is one of the greatest factors in attaining a cure and well-being. Indeed, it is appropriate for a patient to take charge of administering the medication for their illness when they are aware of both the nature of the disease and its treatment. This is the nature of a rational human being who loves (or values) life and strives to be free from diseases. He pays attention to familiarising himself with the disease and its cure.

However, some people may find themselves overwhelmed by the illness to the extent that they become pleased with it and derive satisfaction from it, eventually losing sight of the reality of their situation. Consequently, they do not care about those who describe the cure for them because the disease has become a source of comfort and a habitual way of life, thus leading them to persist in their condition due to a distortion in their mental state, a lack of insight, and the overpowering influence of their base desires on their intellect, heart, and behaviours, as is the case for most people when it comes to religious cures and treatments. The majority, indeed, derive pleasure from their illnesses and evil deeds, which have weakened them, impeded their progress towards beneficial actions, and rendered them oblivious to the true nature of the disease, its repercussions, and its consequences in both this life and the hereafter. They do not seek remedy, nor do they display any enthusiasm towards it, even when it is described and explained to them, even when it is readily available, for it holds no significance to them. The cause of this lies solely in the potency of the ailment, the contentment of the soul with it, the concealment of its harm, and the absence of lofty aspirations to attain lofty objectives.

The scholars, individuals with bright thoughts, and those with profound insight and experience have clarified the state of the nations in both the present era and the past, along with the factors contributing to the weakness and the Muslims being delayed in (attaining beneficial things). They have also clarified the path of the effective remedies and the outcomes if properly utilised. The causes of weakness, setbacks, and the enemies prevailing can be traced back to a multitude of factors, with one primary factor giving rise to several others. This key factor is ignorance; ignorance concerning Allah and the religion He has prescribed, and the consequences that overwhelmed the majority, thus knowledge became scarce and ignorance prevailed. Due to this ignorance, factors, and reasons arose, such as a love of the worldly life and a fear of death (at the expense of one religious welfare), neglecting prayers and succumbing to vain desires, failing to prepare for their enemies, and contentment with receiving necessities from them; the lack of lofty aspiration in seeking after their need from lands and resources. Also, from this ignorance arose division, differences, and the absence of (sound) unity, cohesion, and cooperation.

Except what Allah willed (to remain of strength, virtue etc), weakness in the face of the enemy arose, along with delay in all matters, due to these perilous factors, their repercussions and outcomes, such as inclination towards forbidden desires, preoccupation with what hinders a person from guidance and Allah’s path, lack of preparation against the enemy in terms of industry and sufficient weapons that would frighten the enemy and help in fighting and striving against him, taking what is rightfully ours, failure to prepare physically for Jihad, not spending wealth on what is necessary to prepare against the enemy, and safeguarding against his evil, defending the religion and the homeland. As a result of this disease, emerged the eagerness to acquire worldly possessions through any path and accumulate them through any means. Every individual became concerned only with themselves and what is related to their country, even if it meant disregarding their religion or most of it.

This is the situation of the majority, and it is prevalent in the nations that ascribe to Islam at present; rather, it is correct to state that this is the reality, except that which Allah wills concerning some individuals, and those who are protected in a manner that is not entirely complete and required in all aspects (of steadfastness). This shows that the greatest cause (of this situation) is ignorance about Allah and the religion He has prescribed, as well as (ignorance about) the realities that should be acted upon and adopted, (which can be inferred from) the saying of the Prophet [peace and blessings of Allah be upon him] in the authentic hadith: “Whomever Allah intends good for, He gives him understanding of the religion”, along with the verses and hadiths that highlight the evil of ignorance, its evil ramifications and outcomes, and what follows from that. The Quran is replete with denunciations of ignorance and its followers, and cautions against it, as Allah – The Most High – states:

وَلَكِنَّ أَكْثَرَهُمْ يَجْهَلُونَ

“But most of them behave ignorantly”. [Al-An’am 111]

وَأَكْثَرُهُمْ لا يَعْقِلُونَ

“And most of them have no understanding”. [Al-Ma’idah 103]

And other verses that demonstrate the condemnation of being ignorant about Allah, ignorance about the religion He has ordained, and ignorance about the enemy, and what should be prepared in terms of readiness, unity, and cooperation.

These things that have arisen from ignorance have led to division, differing, inclination toward vain desires, neglect of what Allah has obligated, lack of prioritising the Hereafter, and lack of truthful affiliation with it; rather, the majority only cares about the immediate worldly life, as stated in the noble verse from Allah’s Book:

كَلا بَلْ تُحِبُّونَ الْعَاجِلَةَ
وَتَذَرُونَ الْآخِرَةَ

But (you) love the present life of this world, and leave (neglect) the Hereafter. [Al-Qiyamah 20-21]

And as Allah says:

فَأَمَّا مَنْ طَغَى
وَآثَرَ الْحَيَاةَ الدُّنْيَا
فَإِنَّ الْجَحِيمَ هِيَ الْمَأْوَى

Then as for he who transgressed, and preferred the life of the world (over working for the hereafter), then indeed, Hellfire will be the abode (for him). [An-Nazi’at 37-39] etc

Except what Allah wills (to remain of virtue), these debacles and evil ramifications, such as the love of worldly life and the hatred of death (at the expense of one’s religious wellbeing), inclination toward vain desires, neglecting obligations and the prayers, and failing to prepare for the enemy in all aspects, as well as division, differing, lack of cohesion and cooperation, all arise from ignorance.

Therefore, the saying of the Prophet [peace and blessings of Allah be upon him] that “Whomever Allah wishes good for, He grants him understanding in the religion” highlights that one of the signs of goodness and happiness for individuals, societies, and nations is to possess understanding in religion. Indeed, striving to understand the religion, to learn and gain insight into what is obligated to them concerning this life and the Hereafter are among the most important obligations. This is a sign that Allah wishes goodness for them. Part of this is the fulfilment of the obligations ordained by Allah, abstaining from what Allah has prohibited, and adhering to the boundaries set by Allah, in addition to making preparations for the enemies.

To be continued InShaAllah

Source: Majmoo Fataawaa Wa Maqaalaat Shaikh Ibn Baz 5/101

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A brief mention of Ibn Taymiyyah’s Dawah in prison

Written by Abdullah Jallow on . Posted in Da'wah - Calling To Islam, History of Islam, Methodology - 'Manhaj', Morals and Manners - 'Akhlaaq', Scholars of Islam, Seeking Knowledge, Worship - 'Ibaadah'.

In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy

During his imprisonment, Shaikh Al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah [may Allah have mercy upon him] observed that the prisoners were engrossed in different forms of entertainment, including chess, backgammon, and similar activities. These distractions caused them to neglect their obligatory five daily prayers. The Shaikh expressed his strong disapproval of this behaviour and instructed them to prioritise their prayers, seek closeness to Allah through righteous actions, glorify Allah, seek forgiveness for their sins, and making supplications. He familiarised them with their needs from the Sunnah, instilled in them a passion for it, and encouraged them to follow it, resulting in significant positive changes within the prison. This included a focus on acquiring knowledge and understanding of the Religion, making the prison environment more beneficial than many schools. Many of the prisoners decided to stay with him even after their release, leading to a high number of returnees that eventually overcrowded the prison.

An Excerpt from “Al-Uqood Ad-Du’riyyah Fee Dhikri Manaaqib Shaikh Al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah 330-331

It is suspicious that two groups of people who provide more information about Zionist aggression in Palestine are increasingly becoming collateral damage!

Written by Abdullah Jallow on . Posted in Contemporary Issues, Morals and Manners - 'Akhlaaq', Refutations.

In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy.

Allah [The Exalted] informs us that when the sorcerers abandoned their grave sin and believed in Musa [peace and blessings of Allah be upon him], the tyrant Fir’awn said to them:

ءَامَنتُمۡ لَهُ ۥ قَبۡلَ أَنۡ ءَاذَنَ لَكُمۡ‌ۖ إِنَّهُ ۥ لَكَبِيرُكُمُ ٱلَّذِى عَلَّمَكُمُ ٱلسِّحۡرَ‌ۖ فَلَأُقَطِّعَنَّ أَيۡدِيَكُمۡ وَأَرۡجُلَكُم مِّنۡ خِلَـٰفٍ۬ وَلَأُصَلِّبَنَّكُمۡ فِى جُذُوعِ ٱلنَّخۡلِ وَلَتَعۡلَمُنَّ أَيُّنَآ أَشَدُّ عَذَابً۬ا وَأَبۡقَىٰ

“You believe in him [Musa] before I permit you? Verily! He is your chief who taught you magic. So I will surely cut off your hands and feet on opposite sides, and I will surely crucify you on the trunks of date palms, and you shall surely know which of us [I (Fir’aun – Pharaoh) or the Lord of Musa (Moses) (Allah)] can give the severe and more lasting torment”. [Surah Taha. Ayah 71]

ءَامَنتُم بِهِۦ قَبْلَ أَنْ ءَاذَنَ لَكُمْ إِنَّ هَٰذَا لَمَكْرٌ مَّكَرْتُمُوهُ فِى ٱلْمَدِينَةِ لِتُخْرِجُوا۟ مِنْهَآ أَهْلَهَا فَسَوْفَ تَعْلَمُونَ
لَأُقَطِّعَنَّ أَيْدِيَكُمْ وَأَرْجُلَكُم مِّنْ خِلَٰفٍ ثُمَّ لَأُصَلِّبَنَّكُمْ أَجْمَعِينَ

“You have believed in him [Musa (Moses)] before I permit you. Surely, this is a plot which you have plotted in the city to drive out its people, but you shall come to know. Surely, I will cut off your hands and your feet on opposite sides, then I will crucify you all.” [Surah Al-A’raf. Ayaat 123-124]

Pharaoh, the cruel and opinionated judge, saw himself as the sole authority when it came to making decisions on the words of his subjects and in the assemblies. His subjects acknowledged and obeyed his rule, believing that he alone held the right to dictate, with no room for dissent. Challenging his authority was seen as a sign of defiance and lack of respect.

He alleged that Prophet Musa [peace be upon him] was the chief of the sorcerers who instructed them in sorcery and that the sorcerers covertly ensured his victory so that the majority of people would follow them. This is a blatant falsehood and Fir’awn was convinced of it! Musa never sought the assistance of the sorcerers; instead, it was Fir’awn who dispatched his followers to the different cities of Egypt to gather the sorcerers to support his cause. On the other hand, Musa came with clear signs from Allah [The Most High] while the sorcerers resorted to sorcery to overcome him, but their scheme backfired and the truth that Musa brought became evident to them, leading them to follow him.

لَأُقَطِّعَنَّ أَيۡدِيَكُمۡ وَأَرۡجُلَكُم مِّنۡ خِلَـٰفٍ۬ ثُمَّ لَأُصَلِّبَنَّكُمۡ أَجۡمَعِينَ

“Surely, I will cut off your hands and your feet on opposite sides, then I will crucify you all”.

Fir’awn, the cruel one, asserted that those who strayed from his ways and chose to follow Musa were responsible for spreading corruption on the earth and that he would deal with them in the manner they deserved. [Tafsir as-Sadi]

Undoubtedly, the genocidal actions of Netanyahu’s Zionist army have resulted in the tragic loss of innocent lives in Palestine, including children, women, and non-combatants. Furthermore, journalists and medical professionals have also fallen victim to these ruthless attacks. The labeling of these individuals as collateral damage raises suspicions, especially considering their vital roles in disseminating information to the global community. Similar to Fir’awn, who sought to suppress any dissenting voices, Netanyahu and his army employ tactics such as psychological projection and false accusations to uphold their oppressive regime. By discrediting critics and diverting attention from their atrocities, they aim to maintain control. While it is crucial to verify facts, the alarming rate at which journalists and health professionals are being killed raises questions. Additionally, Netanyahu’s tendency to accuse others of anti-Semitism or being influenced by anti-Zionist propaganda serves as a shield to deflect scrutiny from his war crimes.

Chris McGreal in New York: Thu 21 Dec 2023 18.47 GMT – The Guardian

Geneva Abdul: Sun 7 Apr 2024 10.00 BST – The Guardian

Finally, let it be known that this response, in no way, condones the crimes committed by Hamas or others against innocent individuals. Please read the following article below:

https://abuiyaad.com/a/how-islam-saved-jews

https://abuiyaad.com/a/prophet-dealings-jews

The Significance of The Shahaadah When Departing from This Life

Written by Abdullah Jallow on . Posted in Aqeedah (Creed & Belief), Monotheism - Tawheed, Morals and Manners - 'Akhlaaq', Purification of The Soul, Scholars of Islam, Worship - 'Ibaadah'.

In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy.

Imam Ibn Al-Qayyim [may Allah have mercy upon him] said:

The utterance of the Shahadah during the final moments of one’s life serves as a cleansing of evil deeds. This is because the person who testifies at the time of their departure from this world does so with unwavering certainty and a deep understanding of its profound significance. All worldly desires come to a halt, and the once rebellious soul becomes meek and submissive, having abandoned its disobedience and embraced humility. The attachment to the materialistic aspects of life and its allurements fades away, as the soul finds itself in the presence of its Creator, the Originator, and the true Protector. The soul humbles itself, filled with hope for forgiveness, mercy, and pardon, belief in the absolute Oneness of Allah, and distances from Shirk and its falsehood. Consequently, all the wishes and preoccupations that once consumed the soul cease to exist, and its sole concern becomes the meeting with the One it is certain to encounter (i.e. Allah).

The individual directs all focus towards Allah, turning to Him with complete soul and desire, submitting solely to Him both internally and externally. The person’s inner and outer actions reflect this dedication, leading them to sincerely proclaim: “There is no deity worthy of worship except Allah.” Their heart releases all attachments to anything other than Allah, as worldly matters fade away in anticipation of standing before Him. The longing for worldly pleasures diminishes, replaced by a heart filled with thoughts of the afterlife, becoming the centre of their vision while the material world fades into oblivion. When this genuine declaration is their final act, it serves to cleanse them of sins. This is because they approach Allah with a truthful and pure testimony, where their outward actions align (with the intentions of their heart and soul). If an individual were to give this testimony during a period of well-being, they would not have given much significance to worldly desires. Instead, they would have devoted themselves solely to Allah. However, this testimony was made with a heart consumed by desires, a love for life, and the pursuit of its sustenance.

[An Excerpt from “Al-Fawaa’id”. Pages 91-92]

A brief analysis of Zionist Netanyahu’s impassioned rhetoric concerning his war crimes

Written by Abdullah Jallow on . Posted in Contemporary Issues, Deviated Callers & Individuals, Deviated Groups, Sects and Parties, Fitnah, Mental Health, Morals and Manners - 'Akhlaaq', Refutations.

In The name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy.

Allah [The Exalted] says:

وَقُلْ جَآءَ ٱلْحَقُّ وَزَهَقَ ٱلْبَٰطِلُ إِنَّ ٱلْبَٰطِلَ كَانَ زَهُوقًا

And say: “Truth has come and Batil (falsehood, i.e. Satan or polytheism, etc.) has vanished. Surely! Batil is ever bound to vanish.” [Surah Al-Israa. Ayah 81]

Zionist Netanyahu stated: “The outrageous decision by the ICC prosecutor, Karim Khan, to seek arrest warrants against the democratically elected leaders of Israel is a moral outrage of historic proportions. It will cast an everlasting mark of shame on the international court”.

Response: Netanyahu’s despicable choice to persist in his brutal assault on innocent Palestinians, particularly targeting the weakest among them, women and children, is a moral atrocity of unparalleled magnitude. This egregious act will forever stain his reputation and that of his accomplices.

Zionist Netanyahu stated: “Israel is waging a just war against Hamas, a genocidal terrorist organization that perpetrated the worst attack on the Jewish people since the Holocaust. Hamas massacred 1200 Jews, raped Jewish women, burned Jewish babies, took hundreds hostage”. Read here: https://abuiyaad.com/w/hamas-israeli-right

Response: You are not engaged in a mere conflict with Hamas; instead, you are orchestrating a reprehensible and savage campaign against those whom you have singled out based on a distorted and invalidated interpretation of scripture, advocating for their complete annihilation. It is beyond comprehension that you, in your deranged state, would attempt to rationalise the murder of over 34,000 individuals, including innocent women and children, as well as the destruction of vital infrastructure, as a form of retribution for the loss of 1,200 Jewish lives. If Hamas are guilty of the heinous acts you accuse them of, such as the rape of Jewish women, the burning of Jewish babies, and the taking of hundreds of hostages, it would never serve as a justification for the mass murder of 34,000 innocent souls. Furthermore, your claims must be substantiated with irrefutable evidence, as your reputation for disseminating falsehoods through your propaganda machinery is well-known. While it is undeniable that Hamas has committed transgressions, there is a distinct lack of concrete proof to support the extent of your allegations. We condemn Hamas for their transgression against non-combatants, however, you have carried on murdering women and children. Read: https://abuiyaad.com/a/pharoah-slaughtering-babies

Zionist Netanyahu stated: “Now, in the face of these horrors, Mr. Khan creates a twisted and false moral equivalence between the leaders of Israel and the henchmen of Hamas. This is like creating a moral equivalence after September 11th between President Bush and Osama Bin Laden, or during World War II between FDR and Hitler”.

Response: In light of these atrocities, the zealous Zionist Netanyahu fabricates a distorted and deceitful comparison between the transgressors of Hamas and his genocidal Zionist army. The debate over September 11th will be left to you and those who challenge the story, but what is undeniably true is that you are among the primary deceivers when it comes to the assertion that Iraq possessed weapons of mass destruction.

Zionist Netanyahu stated: “What a travesty of justice! What a disgrace! The prosecutor’s absurd charges against me and Israel’s defense minister are merely an attempt to deny Israel the basic right of self-defense. And I assure you of one thing: This attempt will utterly fail”.

Response: Such a mockery of justice! What a shameful display! Netanyahu’s preposterous assertions of self-preservation are nothing but a ploy to perpetrate mass murder driven by his delusions of grandeur, convinced of his superiority over the Palestinians. Rest assured, this act of genocide will forever linger in his conscience.

Zionist Netanyahu stated: “Eighty years ago, the Jewish people were totally defenseless against our enemies. Those days are over. Now the Jewish people have a state and we have an army to defend our state”.

Response: Eighty years ago, you found yourselves defenseless in the clutches of the Nazis, however, it is undeniable that the Palestinians find themselves in a similar state of vulnerability in your grasp. Instead of offering them protection, you have subjected them to brutality, mercilessly taking their lives, seizing their lands, and distorting the truth to suit your own agenda of violence. However, rest assured that this reign of terror will eventually meet its demise, just as the days of Fir’awn and Haman came to an end. Although you possess an army capable of committing genocide, may Allah grant you the justice you truly deserve and make you a cautionary tale for all to witness.

Zionist Netanyahu stated: “Notwithstanding the blood libels Mr. Khan has leveled, Israel will continue to wage this war in full compliance with international law. We will continue to take unprecedented measures to get innocent civilians out of harm’s way and to ensure that humanitarian assistance reaches those in need in Gaza”.

Response: Anyone who dares to denounce your atrocious acts of genocide is either tainted with anti-Semitism or spreading malicious blood libels! You persist in waging war just as Fir’awn and Haman did, driven by deceit and disbelief. Your adherence to a law is solely based on its alignment with your selfish desires and racist ideology. You continue to mercilessly slaughter innocent civilians, demolish their homes, and subject them to starvation, while the entire world bears witness to your heinous actions, yet you audaciously claim to be taking unprecedented measures to protect them from harm and provide humanitarian aid to those in need in Gaza!

Zionist Netanyahu stated: “Mr. Khan also sets a dangerous precedent that undermines every democracy’s right to defend itself against terror organizations and aggressors. The ICC has no jurisdiction over Israel and Mr. Khan’s actions will not stop us from waging our just war against Hamas. But Mr. Khan’s abuse of this authority will turn the ICC into nothing more than a farce”.

Response: Mr. Netanyahu is establishing a perilous standard that empowers any ruthless dictator to embark on a killing rampage under the guise of self-preservation. Netanyahu’s authority does not extend to Palestine in the Eyes of the Almighty, and his heinous acts will cease one day, just as Allah put an end to the unbelieving oppressors of the past. Cease discussing the idea of launching a war against Hamas and utilizing them as a diversion to carry out mass murder. Your misuse of authority will ultimately transform you into a mere criminal in the chronicles of history.

Zionist Netanyahu stated: “He’s doing something else. He is callously pouring gasoline on the fires of antisemitism that are raging across the world. Through this incendiary decision, Mr. Khan takes his place among the great antisemites in modern times. He now stands alongside those infamous German judges who donned their robes and upheld laws that denied the Jewish people their most basic rights and enabled the Nazis to perpetrate the worst crime in history”.

Response: You are the instigator of a different path, shamelessly fueling the flames of racism that burn within the souls of your followers and your cohorts within the extremist far-right. With your despicable actions, you align yourself with the infamous racists of our era, as you join forces with your far-right allies to strip the Palestinians of their fundamental rights and empower your murderous army to commit one of the most heinous atrocities in recent memory. Read here: https://abuiyaad.com/a/amalekite-genocide-doctrine-gaza

Zionist Netanyahu stated: “Two weeks ago, on Holocaust Memorial Day, I pledged this: No amount of pressure and no decision in any international forum will prevent Israel from defending itself against those who seek our destruction”.

Response: Every individual possesses the privilege to vow to protect the dignity and integrity of others through principles of equity and righteousness. No external force should compel one to forsake this duty. Nevertheless, you have not ceased your abhorrent racist crusade under the guise of self-preservation. Those who engage in senseless violence against the innocent only reflect upon themselves. We stand apart from your despicable actions.

Zionist Netanyahu stated: “To all the enemies of Israel, including their collaborators in The Hague, I renew that pledge today. Israel will wage our war against Hamas until that war is won. Because never again is now”.

Response: No, Mr deceitful, it is with great regret that we must inform you that you, in particular, have managed to amass a multitude of adversaries due to your deceitful nature. It appears that you are determined to deceive all Jews in your self-centered and diabolical campaign, masquerading it as self-defense while mercilessly targeting innocent lives. However, we implore you to remember that no despot can reign indefinitely, not even those who held dominion over both the eastern and western regions, such as Namrood and Bukhtanasar. Your intentions extend far beyond a mere conflict with Hamas; instead, you harbor a sinister desire to perpetrate mass murder and lay the groundwork for a malevolent future that will enable you to continue subjugating the Palestinian people, much like Fir’awn callously slaughtered infants in his quest to maintain his tyrannical rule.
Finally, let it be known that this response, in no way, condones the crimes committed by Hamas against innocent individuals. Please read the following article below:

https://abuiyaad.com/a/how-islam-saved-jews
https://abuiyaad.com/a/prophet-dealings-jews

[1] Benefits from Al-Allamah Ubaid’s commentary on Book of Tafsir in Sahih Al-Bukhaari

Written by Abdullah Jallow on . Posted in Qur'aan, Sahaabah, Salaf As Saalih (Pious Predecessors), Scholars of Islam, Worship - 'Ibaadah'.

In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy.

Anas Bin Malik [may Allah be pleased with him] narrated that the Prophet [peace and blessings of Allah be upon him said: “Allah has commanded me recite Qur’an to you”. Ubay [may Allah be pleased with him] asked, “Did Allah mention me by name to you?” The Prophet said, “Allah has mentioned your name to me”. Then Ubay started weeping. (The sub-narrator) Qatada added: I have been informed that the Prophet recited: [لَمۡ يَكُنِ ٱلَّذِينَ كَفَرُواْ مِنۡ أَهۡلِ ٱلۡكِتَـٰبِ – Those who disbelieve from among the people of the Scripture”. [Sahih Al-Bukhaari. Number 4960]

Some Benefits From This Hadeeth

It is possible that Allah might instruct the Prophet [peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him] to recite to an individual from his Ummah.

It is desired act in the religion to recite the Qur’an to an individual who is highly skilled in its recitation, individuals who possess knowledge of the Qur’an, and those who are righteous, regardless of whether the reciter is more virtuous than the person being recited to.

The noble station of Ubay due to the Prophet reciting to him, and it is not known that anyone else shares this with him.

Ubay’s remarkable status is further emphasized by the fact that Allah mentioned him to the Prophet and instructed the Prophet to recite to him.

There’s nothing wrong in shedding tears of joy and happiness when one receives good news.

An Excerpt from “Imdaad Al-Qaaree Bi-Sharhi Kitaab At-Tafseer Min Saheeh Al-Bukhaaree”. 4/429-432

“Shall I not show you a woman of paradise?!” Reminder for our noble sisters, particularly during summer

Written by Abdullah Jallow on . Posted in Contemporary Issues, Da'wah - Calling To Islam, Morals and Manners - 'Akhlaaq', Purification of The Soul, Sin, Worship - 'Ibaadah'.

In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy.

Ataa Bin Abee Rabah [may Allah have mercy upon him] narrated: Ibn Abbas [may Allah be pleased with him and his father] said to me, “Shall I show you a woman of the people of Paradise?” I said, “Yes.” He said, “This black lady came to the Prophet [peace and blessings of Allah be upon him] and said, ‘I get attacks of epilepsy and my body becomes uncovered; please invoke Allah for me.’ The Prophet said (to her), ‘If you wish, be patient and you will have Paradise; and if you wish, I will invoke Allah to cure you.’ She said, ‘I will remain patient,’ and added, ‘but I become uncovered, so please invoke Allah for me that I may not become uncovered.’ So he invoked Allah for her.” [Sahih Al-Bukhaari 5652 & Sahih Muslim 2576]

Let us ponder this remarkable woman’s narrative [may Allah be pleased with her]. She possessed faith, integrity, sincerity, purity, devotion, and humility. Despite facing the challenging ordeal of epilepsy, which caused her distress, anxiety, and restlessness, she approached the Prophet [peace and blessings be upon him] seeking his supplication to alleviate the affliction and calamity she was enduring. The Prophet guided her towards a greater thing than what she initially desired. He advised her to maintain patience in the face of hardship, trial, and tribulation, assuring her that the outcome would be Paradise. Consequently, she chose the virtuous ending and a blissful abode- to become one of the inhabitants of Paradise, with the assurance of Allah’s Messenger [peace and blessings of Allah be upon him] if she remained patient. Despite her decision to remain patient, she couldn’t help but feel anxious about the accidental exposure of certain body parts during an epileptic seizure. Even though she was excused due to her uncontrollable illness, her deep sense of modesty, unwavering faith, and pure heart caused her the most concern regarding this exposure. She decided to have patience to achieve Paradise, yet she informed the Prophet, “I become uncovered (during the epileptic fit)” – indicating that she could not bear this situation even though it was beyond her control. The Prophet supplicated for her, and as a result, she continued to experience epileptic fits but never became uncovered due to his supplication.

The narrative of this remarkable woman is conveyed through discussions on noble conduct, beautiful traits, good values, the beauty of modesty, and the purity of a heart. She said, “But I become uncovered, so please invoke Allah for me that I may not become uncovered”. This unveiling, which happened involuntarily and without consent, does not hold her accountable in such circumstances, yet it continued to trouble and worry her. This was her situation – a truly dignified situation, so what about a woman who willingly and openly showcases her beauty to non-Mahrams, flaunting her charms without any hesitation or regard, showing no modesty or concern for this aspect of her faith?! Despite hearing the verses of the Qur’an and the teachings of the Prophet, as well as the severe consequences of unveiling, she remains indifferent and unmoved by any of it. As for that lady, who hails from the inhabitants of Paradise, she was pardoned due to her epilepsy and she strongly disliked exposing herself.

However, when it comes to the actions of many women in terms of revealing, uncovering, and flaunting body parts that should remain concealed from non-mahrams, this constitutes a different kind of affliction and they are not excused because it stems from a sickness of vain desires caused by a weak faith, weak adherence to the religion, and a lack of modesty resulting from being consumed by forbidden pleasures. Consequently, they neither concern themselves nor fret over whether their actions please or anger Allah. This particular illness has surged in prevalence nowadays because of the multitude of temptations, diverse desires, and motivations in people’s lives. Imam Ibnul Qayyim [may Allaah have mercy upon him] addressed this illness in his renowned book, Zaadul Ma’aad, discussing the impact it has had on individuals, the challenges faced due to intense temptations, and the disruption it has caused to faith, certainty, morals, and modesty. He was speaking about the state of the people of his era, so what would he have stated if he had witnessed the people of a later era succumbing to the allure of numerous temptations?! He said: “Should Allah unveil what is concealed, one would discover that a great number of human souls have fallen prey to the malevolent devils – ensnared and controlled by them, obedient to their every whim, with no power to resist or defy their influence. The cure for this affliction is achieved by connecting a sound mind to faith in the teachings of the Messengers – reflecting on paradise and hell as undeniable truths and as the focus of one’s heart, contemplating the situation of the inhabitants of this world, the descent of retribution and calamities upon them, and its proximity to their dwellings like raindrops, a form of seizure from which there is no escape. This malady is truly severe, yet when it spreads so extensively that one can only see others affected by it, it no longer surprises or elicits disapproval. Instead, for many of those afflicted, it becomes odd to express disapproval towards it. If Allah wishes good for a person, He blesses them with insight into the true nature of this ailment. Thus, this person shall observe the multitude of sick souls surrounding them, each in their unique state of illness. Amongst them, there exists one who is perpetually trapped in the clutches of delusion. Another endures a cycle of temporary recovery, only to be plunged back into the depths of delusion. Lastly, there is one who experiences a single moment of respite, only to be cruelly thrust back into the realm of delusion once more. During their moments of lucidity, they perform virtuous deeds akin to those of the sensible. However, the ailment returns and they stray”.

An excerpt from “Maw’idah An-Nisaa pages 28-31 By Shaikh Abdur Razzaq Al-Badr, may Allah preserve him.