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Dusting the Bed before Sleeping One should dust his bed before going into bed and recite the following duaa: بِاسْمِكَ رَبِّى وَضَعْتُ جَنْبِى وَبِكَ أَرْفَعُهُ إِنْ أَمْسَكْتَ نَفْسِى فَارْحَمْهَا وَإِنْ أَرْسَلْتَهَا فَاحْفَظْهَا بِمَا تَحْفَظُ بِهِ عِبَادَكَ الصَّالِحِينَ O my Rabb, only with Your name have I lay down on my side (to sleep), and only with Your help I shall raise it. If You withhold my soul then have mercy on it, and if You return it, then safeguard it as You safeguard Your pious servants. عن أبي هريرة رضي الله عنه قال: قال رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم: إذا أوى أحدكم إلى فراشه فلينفض فراشه بداخلة إزاره فإنه لا يدري ما خلفه عليه، ثم ليضطجع على شقه الأيمن، ثم ليقل: باسمك ربي وضعت جنبي، وبك أرفعه، إن أمسكت نفسي فارحمها، وإن أرسلتها فاحفظها بما تحفظ به عبادك الصالحين (ابو داود رقم 5050) Hadhrat Abu Hurayrah (Radhiallahu Anhu) reports that Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) said: “When any one of you retires to bed, then he should dust the bed with the inner-part of the tail of his lungi. The reason being is that one is unaware of what may have entered his bed in his absence. He should then lie on his right side and recite the following duaa: بِاسْمِكَ رَبِّى وَضَعْتُ جَنْبِى وَبِكَ أَرْفَعُهُ إِنْ أَمْسَكْتَ نَفْسِى فَارْحَمْهَا وَإِنْ أَرْسَلْتَهَا فَاحْفَظْهَا بِمَا تَحْفَظُ بِهِ عِبَادَكَ الصَّالِحِينَ Ihyaauddeen.co.za

Easy come, Easy go When one looks at the people of the past; he would find that they used to work hard and earn from the sweat of their brow. Their earning was clean and their businesses were Shariah compliant. As a result, the money they earned was clean and a lot of goodness came out of it. Their children were obedient and their marriages were successful. On the contrary, in today’s times, we do not see this barkat in our lives. One reason for the barkat being lost is that we do things in haste. We want things to materialize on the turn. Hence we are not scrupulous of the avenues we earn and the avenues we spend. Therefore just as it comes quick, it goes quick. We don’t see the production in the earnings as was seen by the people of the past. Source: Al-Haadi

Marriage In The Month Of Muharram / Safar Q. I would like to know if it is permissible to marry in the month of muharram/safar as i am planning a nikah in the month of december in which muharam does fall, i have been told by family members that it is not permissible to marry in those months, please could u clarify this for me as soon as possible by replying to my email. (Questions published as received) A. It is permissible to marry in the month of Muharram, Safar or any other Islamic month of the year. There is no prohibition recorded in the Qur’an or Hadith with regards to marrying in any particular month. In fact, Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) has strongly condemned the misconception that certain months hold bad luck. It is narrated on the authority of Abu Hurayrah (Radiyallahu Anhu) that Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) said: There is no such thing as bad omens, superstition and bad luck in the month of Safar. (Sahih al-Bukhari, Hadith #: 5425) And Allah Knows Best Mufti Suhail Tarmahomed Fatwa Department Jamiatul Ulama (KZN) Council of Muslim Theologians

Superstition and the month of Safar Rasulullah Sallallahu Alayhi wa Sallam has stated: “There is nothing evil about the month of Safar.” (Bukhari) Believing that the month of Safar is inauspicious and particularly that its first 13 days are ill-fated or that it is harmful to marry, propose or travel, etc. during these days are superstitions which are contrary to the teachings of Islam. Such superstitions have no basis in Islam and stem from the beliefs of idol-worshippers and pagans. Stemming from the same erroneous belief system are horoscopes, astrological predictions and consulting fortune-tellers. It is likely that many of us have not realised how abhorred a practice this is in Islam, nor the extent of Rasulullah’s Sallallahu Alayhi wa Sallam condemnation of it. Rasulullah Sallallahu Alayhi wa Sallam has stated: “He who consults with a fortune-teller, his Salaah will not be accepted for forty days.” (Muslim) Rasulullah Sallallahu Alayhi wa Sallam has further stated: “He who goes to a soothsayer or a fortune-teller and believes in his predictions, has disbelieved in the revelation sent to Muhammad Sallallahu Alayhi wa Sallam.” (Targhib) A true Muslim firmly believes that all conditions, whether they are adverse or favourable, come directly from Allah Ta'ala. Specific days, months or phenomena do not control our lives. Masjid Posters downloadable here. Jamiatul Ulama (KZN) Council of Muslim Theologians

Various types of Nawaafil Salaah Q: Apart from the Sunnah Salaah viz. Salaat-ud-Duha, Salaat-ut-Tawbah, Salaat-ut-Tasbeeh, are there any other nawaafil Salaah? A: Tahiyyatul Wudhu is that after a person makes wudhu, he offers two rakaats of Salaah. Great virtue with regard to this Salaah has been mentioned in the Hadith. Ishraaq Salaah is offered after the sun rises considerably (approximately 20 minutes after sunrise). One will offer two or four rakaats of Salaah. In doing so, he will get the reward of one Hajj and one Umrah. Once the sun rises quite high, and it gets quite hot (approximately after the first quarter of the day), one will offer at least two rakaats of Salaah. If he wishes, he could offer more i.e. four, eight, or twelve rakaats. This is known as Salaat-ud-Duha (Chaasht Salaah). There is a lot of reward in offering this salaah. After offering the fardh and sunnahs of Maghrib salaah, one will perform at least six rakaats and at the most, twenty rakaats of nafl salaah. This is called Salaat-ul-Awwaabeen. There is great virtue in getting up in the middle of the night and offering Salaah. This is called Tahajjud Salaah. This salaah is most acceptable in the sight of Allah Ta'ala, and one gets the most reward for it. The minimum for Tahajjud Salaah is four rakaats and the maximum is twelve rakaats. If not, even two rakaats will suffice. If one does not have the courage to offer it later, then he could offer it after Esha Salaah. Apart from Tahajjud, one could offer as many nafl Salaahs as he wishes at night. And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best. ( وندب ركعتان بعد الوضوء ) يعني قبل الجفاف كما في الشرنبلالية عن المواهب ( و ) ندب ( أربع فصاعدا في الضحى ) على الصحيح من بعد الطلوع إلى الزوال ووقتها المختار بعد ربع النهار قال الشامي : مطلب سنة الوضوء قوله ( وندب ركعتان بعد الوضوء ) لحديث مسلم ما من أحد يتوضأ فيحسن الوضوء ويصلي ركعتين يقبل بقلبه ووجهه عليهما إلا وجبت له الجنة خزائن ومثل الوضوء الغسل كما نقله ط (رد المحتار 2/ 22) عن أنس قال : قال رسول الله صلى الله عليه و سلم من صلى الفجر في جماعة ثم قعد يذكر الله حتى تطلع الشمس ثم صلى ركعتين كانت له كأجر حجة وعمرة قال قال رسول الله صلى الله عليه و سلم تامة تامة تامة قال أبو عيسى هذا حديث حسن غريب (جامع الترمذي #586) ( وست بعد المغرب ) ليكتب من الأوابين ( بتسليمة ) أو اثنتين أو ثلاث قال الشامي : قوله ( من الأوابين ) جمع أواب أي رجاع إلى الله تعالى بالتوبة والاستغفار قوله ( بتسليمة أو ثنتين أو ثلاث ) جزم بالأول في الدرر وبالثاني في الغزنوية وبالثالث في التجنيس كما في الإمداد لكن الذي في الغزنوية مثل ما في التجنيس وكذا في شرح درر البحار وأفاد الخير الرملي في وجه ذلك أنها لما زادت عن الأربع وكان جمعها بتسليمة واحدة خلاف الأفضل لما تقرر أن الأفضل رباع عند أبي حنيفة ولو سلم على رأس الأربع لزم أن يسلم في الشفع الثالث على رأس الركعتين فيكون فيه مخالفة من هذه الحيثية فكان المستحب فيه ثلاث تسليمات ليكون على نسق واحد قال هذا ما ظهر لي ولم أره لغيري (رد المحتار 2/ 13) مطلب في صلاة الليل : قوله ( وصلاة الليل ) أقول هي أفضل من صلاة النهار كما في الجوهرة ونور الإيضاح وقد صرحت الآيات والأحاديث بفضلها والحث عليها قال في البحر فمنها ما في صحيح مسلم مرفوعا أفضل الصلاة بعد الفريضة صلاة الليل وروى الطبراني مرفوعا لا بد من صلاة بليل ولو حلب شاة وما كان بعد صلاة العشاء فهو من الليل وهذا يفيد أن هذه السنة تحصل بالتنفل بعد صلاة العشاء قبل النوم . (رد المحتار 2/ 24) بهشتی زیور ص148 Answered by: Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)

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Sunnats and Aadaab of Duaa – Part 4 1. When making duaa one should beg Allah Ta’ala for his needs with complete hope that Allah Ta’ala will answer his duaa. One should not adopt an approach of uncertainty. One should not say: “O Allah, if you wish to fulfil my need, then You may fulfil it.” [1] عن أبي هريرة رضي الله عنه عن النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم قال لا يقل أحدكم اللهم اغفر لي إن شئت ارحمني إن شئت ارزقني إن شئت وليعزم مسألته إنه يفعل ما يشاء لا مكره له. (البخاري رقم 7477) Hadhrat Abu Hurayrah (Radhiyallahu Anhu) reports that Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) said: “(When making Duaa) one should not say ‘O Allah, forgive me if You wish, have mercy on me if You wish, provide me with sustenance if You wish.’ Rather he should beg of Allah Ta’ala’s mercy with confidence (that Allah Ta’ala will fulfil his needs), (One should not ask Allah Ta’ala to grant one His favour if He pleases) because Allah Ta’ala does as He pleases, none can force and compel Him (over anything).” 2. One should have complete hope in the mercy of Allah Ta’ala while making duaa. One should make duaa with conviction that the duaa will be answered. عن أبي هريرة قال : قال رسول الله صلى الله عليه و سلم ادعوا الله وأنتم موقنون بالإجابة واعلموا أن الله لا يستجيب دعاء من قلب غافل لاه (ترمذي رقم 3479) Hadhrat Abu Hurayrah (Radhiyallahu Anhu) reports that Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) said: “Supplicate to Allah Ta’ala with conviction and certainty of your Duaa being answered, and remember that Allah Ta’ala does not answer the Duaa made from a heart that is inattentive and unmindful.” [1] عن أبي هريرة رضي الله عنه أن رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم قال إذا دعا أحدكم فلا يقل اللهم اغفر لي إن شئت ولكن ليعزم المسألة وليعظم الرغبة فإن الله لا يتعاظمه شيء أعطاه (مسلم رقم 2679)

Hadhrat Umar (Radhiyallahu Anhu) and the Hajr-e-Aswad عن عابس بن ربيعة قال رأيت عمر بن الخطاب رضي الله عنه يقبل الحجر يعني الأسود ويقول إني لأعلم أنك حجر لا تنفع ولا تضر ولولا أني رأيت رسول الله صلى الله عليه و سلم يقبلك ما قبلتك. رواه البخاري ومسلم وأبو داود والترمذي والنسائي (الترغيب والترهيب 1/99) Hadhrat Aabis bin Rabee’ah (Radhiyallahu Anhu) reports: “I saw Hadhrat Umar (Radhiyallahu Anhu) kiss the Hajr Aswad saying, ‘certainly I know that you are a stone which can neither benefit nor harm. Had I not seen Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) kiss you, then I would have not kissed you.’” (i.e. I only kiss you in compliance with the mubaarak sunnah of Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam). Hadhrat Umar (Radhiyallahu Anhu) mentioned this to remove the doubts in the hearts of people who could misconstrue this action as a resemblance of idol worship.) ihyaauddeen.co.za

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The Iron fortress Muhammad bin Seereen (rahimahullah), a famous narrator of hadeeth and student of the Sahaabah (radhiyallahu ‘anhum), was once travelling with a group of people when they decided to encamp for the night at a riverbank. As they were setting up camp, the people of the area approached them and advised them saying, “Go further on. Every person who attempts to camp here gets robbed.” On hearing this, the entire group packed up and departed to camp elsewhere – with the exception of Muhammad bin Seereen (rahimahullah). He stayed behind, alone and fearless, trusting in the security provided by the aayaat of protection he recited. Muhammad bin Seereen (rahimahullah) then narrates the events that ensued. He says: “I had not yet fallen asleep when I actually saw the robbers. They were wielding drawn swords. They tried to come near me more than thirty times but were unable to draw near. Knowing that I was safe, I slept soundly until the morning. When it was morning, I packed up and departed, continuing my journey. As I travelled, I suddenly encountered one of the robbers who was carrying a bow and seated astride a horse. He called out to me and asked, “Are you a human or jinn?” “A human – from the descendants of Aadam (‘alaihis salaam)” I replied. He was stunned to hear this and asked, “But what’s your secret then? We tried to get to you more than 70 times but were blocked by an iron wall every time!” I replied, “The secret is a hadeeth which Ibnu ‘Umar (radhiyallahu ‘anhuma) narrated to me from Nabi (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) who said, ‘Whoever recites thirty-three verses of the Quraan Majeed at night, he will not be harmed by an unexpected predatory animal and, together with his family and wealth, he will be in complete safety and ease until the morning.’” When I completed narrating the hadeeth, he was so affected that he descended from his horse and broke his bow, promising Allah Ta‘ala that he would never again return to a life of robbery.” The verses mentioned in the hadeeth are: 1. Surah Baqarah (verses 1-5, 255-257, and 284-286) 2. Surah Aa’raaf (verses 54-56) 3. Surah Banu Israaeel (verses 110-111) 4. Surah Saaffaat (verses 1-11) 5. Surah Rahmaan (verses 33-35) 6. Surah Hashr (verses 21-24) 7. Surah Jinn (verses 3-4) (Zaylu Taarikhi Baghdaad – Ibnun Najjaar vol. 3, pg. 171) Lessons: 1. These verses – together with other established verses of protection – are contained in the “manzil” and by reciting these verses every night, we too can ensure that we are completely protected and safeguarded together with our families and belongings. 2. The level of Muhammad bin Seereen (rahimahullah)’s conviction in the protection afforded by these verses was such that he was prepared to spend the night alone in a place that was known to be frequented by robbers. This level of conviction is what is required to make our du‘aas and other actions produce the desired results. 3. These verses are so powerful that they literally formed an iron wall to protect Ibnu Seereen (rahimahullah) which the robbers could not penetrate despite making 70 continuous attempts. Source: http://www.uswatulmuslimah.co.za/articles/inspirational-incidents/1100-the-iron-fortress.html Jamiatul Ulama (KZN) Council of Muslim Theologians

Earthquakes Cyclones Floods Tsunami Why? Scientific study of earthquakes state the course as; “Earthquakes result from a build up of stresses within rocks until strained to fracturing point in the earths crust. Plate tectonic movements generate the major proportion of all earthquakes; as two plates move past each other, they can become jammed and deformed, and earthquakes occur when they spring free.” (Hutchinson Encyclopedia P. 286). Those individuals who believe in the scientific study only will regard unnatural events to be the work of nature. However, those who believe that the earth and heavens belong to Allah will realise that the movements of the earth mentioned in the scientific study has to have a controller who controls and commands such movements in the earth. An intelligent person will look beyond the scientific veil placed over such tragedies and look towards the true reason of such movements of the earth that create such devastation and turmoil. We need not to look far, but just ponder over the verses of the Qur’ãn and Ahãdith which clearly explain the reasons for such unnatural disasters. Allah Ta’ãla states; It is not the way of Allah to destroy a nation whilst they are righteous and doing good deeds. Allah Ta’ãla states; Referring to the punishment of the tribe of Thamood and Madyan Allah Ta’ãla states; Describing the punishment of the people of Loot (A.S.) Allah Ta’ãla states; These are just a few of the many verses wherein mention is made of how previous transgressors were punished by means of earthquakes. Further light is shed in the Ahãdith of Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) as to the reasons of such events. Ibn Abi Dunya narrates a Hadith in which he m e n t i o n s t h a t a n earthquake took place during the time of Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam). An earthquake also took place in the year 20AH during the time of Sayyidinah Umar (R.A.). Addressing the people Sayyidinah Umar (R.A.) said; “O people! The only reason for the earthquake is that you have committed a new sin. By Allah if the earth shakes again, I shall not live in this area.” (Al Jawãbul Kãfi...P. 42). Sayyidinah Anas bin Mãlik (R.A.) narrates that he and another person asked Sayyidinah A’isha (R.A.) with regards the reason of earthquakes. To which she replied; The above narration clearly indicates that the purpose of earthquakes is to punish some and a lesson of advice to others. For the believers it is a sign for them to come out of their slumber and turn towards their Creator. This is exactly what the Prophet of Allah (Sallallahu A l a i h i W a s a l l a m ) elaborated towards when addressing his companions that; “Your Rabb wants that you turn towards Him, hence turn towards Him (i.e. Taubah).” The question arises what should Muslims do on such occasions. The following are a few steps that should be adhered to; 1. To recite ‘Innãlillãhi Wa’’innã Ilaihi Rãjioon’, which was g r a n t e d t o t h i s Ummah at the time of hearing disturbing news. 2. Turn towards Allah in r e p e n t a n c e a n d obedience. This will protect society from the anger of Allah. 3. E a c h i n d i v i d u a l should ponder over the wrath of Allah, when seeing the devastation that takes place. Fear Allah and make a pledge not to displease Him. ATTARBIYAH Islamic Tarbiyah Academy

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Q: I’ve heard that it is not permissible to say Jumah Mubarak. Is this true? A: To say or send messages of jummah mubaarak is permissible. However when people regard it as sunnah or compulsory then they should be informed of its reality. Council of Ulama Eastern Cape Source

Question Is saying Jummah Mubarak Bidaah? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. As-salāmu ‘alaykum wa-rahmatullāhi wa-barakātuh. Jumua’h is a Mubārak (blessed) day. This is understood from the many Ahādīth expounding on the virtues of a Friday. A believer is also fortunate and blessed to be alive on a Friday to witness the Barakah and blessings of a Friday. When one congratulates others with Jumua’h Mubārak, this is an expression of a reality. However, there is no mention in the Hadīth about Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam and Sahābah congratulating each other with Jumua’h Mubārak. Hence, one may congratulate others with Jumua’h Mubārak on condition it is not regarded to be a Sunnah or necessary. [1] And Allah Ta’āla Knows Best Abdul Azīm bin Abdur Rahman, Student Darul Iftaa U.S.A. Checked and Approved by, Mufti Ebrahim Desai. Source [1] خير الفتاوي، ج 1، ص 553، مكتبة امدادية

Du'ā for Protection from Shirk and Riyā اے اللہ! میں آپ کی پناہ مانگتا ہوں، آپ کے ساتھ جانتے ہوئے شرک کرنے سے، اور آپ سے مغفرت چاہتا ہوں اُس شرک پر جو میرے علم میں نہیں ہے۔ O Allāh! I Seek Your refuge from committing shirk knowingly, and I seek Your forgiveness from that shirk which I am unaware of. (Al-Hakīm At-Tirmidhī) at-tazkiyah.com

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Habib Ajami (Rahmatullahi Alaih) on his Deathbed It is mentioned regarding Sheikh Habib Ajami (Rahmatullahi Alaih) who is one of the renowned spiritual leaders, that he looked gravely concerned at the time of his death. Someone said to him, “It is strange that a pious person like yourself should feel so afraid at the hour of death. We have never seen you in such a state prior to this.” The Sheikh replied, “The journey (to the Hereafter) is extremely far and I do not have sufficient provisions for the journey. Neither do I have knowledge of the way as I have not traversed it before. I will soon be meeting my Lord and Sustainer, the Master of my soul, who prior to this I have not met. I shall have to see such horrible spectacles as I have never seen before. I shall be laid in the grave under the ground and be there till the day of Qiyaamah, all alone, without any friend or comforter. I shall then be required to appear before Allah Ta’ala for reckoning and, if I am asked and told, O Habib, present one 'Subhaan-Allah' which you have done solely for Allah Ta’ala untarnished by the evil influence of Shaytaan during the sixty years of life in this world, what answer would I have to present? I fear that I may not be able to produce even one 'Subhaan-Allah' free from the influence of the Dunya.” (Fazaail Sadaqaat-urdu 671) Ihyaauddeen.co.za

It is a sunnah of the Prophet of Allah Sallallahu Alahi Wasalam to sleep in a state of purity. Saaiduna Ibn Abbas Radiallahu Anhu reports that the Prophet of Allah said: “Purify these bodies and Allah will purify you, for there is no slave who goes to sleep in a state of purity but an Angel spends the night with him and every time he turns over, the (Angel) says, O Allah! Forgive your slave, for he went to bed in a state of purity.” (Tabraani) Only Allah Knows Best Mohammed Tosir Miah Darul Ifta Birmingham Source

Making Wudhu before Sleeping One should make wudhu before going to sleep عن البراء بن عازب رضي الله عنهما قال قال لي رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم إذا أتيت مضجعك فتوضأ وضوءك للصلاة (بخاري رقم 247) Hadhrat Baraa bin Aazib (Radhiyallahu Anhu) reports that Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam) advised him: “When you are retiring to bed, then perform wudhu as you perform wudhu for salaah.”

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Imam Abu Hanifah and Hadith Question Ulama claim that Imam Abu Hanifah (rahimahullah) has narrated some Hadiths. Can you mention some of the most well known amongst the Hadiths, along with the references. Answer Hafiz Ibn Hajar (rahimahullah) states regarding Imam Abu Hanifah (rahimahullah): ‘… He in actual fact has abundant narrations/Hadiths.’ (Al-Jawahir Wad Durar, vol.2 pg.946-948 as quoted in Atharul Hadithish Sharif, pg.171-172) There are thousands of Hadiths reported via Imam Abu Hanifah (rahimahullah). Imam Muhammad ibn Sama’ah (rahimahullah) mentions that Imam Abu Hanifah (rahimahullah) quoted seventy thousand Hadiths!. (Atharul Hadithish Sharif, pg.174) You may refer to Imam Abu Hanifah’s Hadith book entitled: Musnadul Imam Abi Hanifah for more. In this book (and others) Imam Abu Hanifah’s (rahimahullah) chains for the Hadiths are also quoted. Al-Muhaddith Shaykh ‘Abid Sindhi (rahimahullah) – the author of the recently published commentary on Musnadul Imam Abi Hanifah; entitled: Al-Mawahibul Latifah makes a point of highlighting those Hadiths of Imam Abu Hanifah (rahimahullah) that also appear in the famous six (and other) Hadith books. Note: the above clearly dispels the myth about Imam Abu Hanifah (rahimahullah) only having very few Hadiths… One should avoid such futile discussions. And Allah Ta’ala Knows best, Answered by: Moulana Muhammad Abasoomar hadithanswers

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The Three Requirements of Shariah Overall, when you look at sharee‘ah, it wants three things. The first requirement is that you need to have a good level of ta’leem and instruction. Without this, you will not know the difference between halaal and haraam. You won’t know that 3 talaaqs make you haraam for your wife; you will not know when ghusl becomes fardh. Without deeni knowledge you will not know how to make a fair distribution of an estate. This is on account of not having any association with the ‘Ulama. If an alien system says that you are allowed to have a liquor store or deal with a conventional bank or you can structure your will however you want, then this does not make it allowed in sharee‘ah. So you need an environment that has got the correct Islamic instruction. The second requirement is deeni tarbiyat; to have the right type of deeni values. When people have the correct deeni values there will be the purity of the heart, eyes, tongue etc. They will live lives of modesty. What is the reason for the need of this? If you live in an environment where there are no values then you can go with another person’s wife and he can go with your wife. The problem of the west is that they have a standard, but they also want to force it on the rest of the world. In their custom you can look and speak to another person’s wife. In our custom we won’t tolerate it. What they fail to understand is that like how they feel that others should respect their values, they should also respect the values of others. So that means that their law does not have a mechanism to secure the emotions and integrity of people. Therefore, the second requirement is to have the right values. Otherwise your own child will become a victim to all the immorality that is in the environment. We don’t realise that it has consequences and the parents are the ones that will suffer. The third requirement is to have respect and to cooperate. If a person passes away then assist in the janaazah. The western value is for one to be independent. As parents grow old then assist them. Don’t throw them out and leave them alone. When we analyse the three requirements, then the first is acquired through ta’leem or we will call it the madrasah. The second is acquired through the khanqah, whose work is to entrench the intrinsic values within a person, to have a high level of purity and shame and modesty. Then the third effort is that what you have gained you have to sustain it and you need to work a succession plan for the progenies and generations to come. This third effort is the effort of tabligh and dawat which aims at creating the awareness and concern and to cooperate. Source: Al-Haadi

Upon observing a speed camera, a driver immediately slows his car, because he is aware that he is being watched; he fears the consequences of speeding. Likewise a person who undergoes spiritual training will always feel the presence of Allāh ta'ālā and will always remember, wherever he may be: ‘Allāh ta'ālā is watching me!’ Shaykh Mawlānā Muhammad Saleem Dhorat hafizahullāh