1) The document discusses treatment for anger, noting that anger should be directed towards disobedience of Allah and enemies of Islam, not towards other believers.
2) It provides several hadith about controlling one's anger and the rewards for doing so, such as filling one's heart with faith and allowing one to choose any partner in paradise.
3) It emphasizes using the company of pious people to help control anger and channel it in righteous ways, giving an example of a poet who reformed himself after staying with a saintly scholar.
1) The document discusses treatment for anger, noting that while anger itself is not bad, using it in the wrong place is. It provides Quranic verses and hadith about controlling one's anger and forgiving others.
2) It explains how pious individuals like the Sahaba were able to reform their anger by directing it only towards disobedience of Allah. Spending time with saintly people can help develop strength and tolerance to overcome bad habits.
3) Controlling anger brings great rewards from Allah like filling one's heart with faith and allowing choice of houris in paradise. True repentance and reform is shown through examples of individuals changing their ways after connecting with pious scholars and saints
This document discusses the prohibition of alcohol in Islam based on evidence from the Quran. It summarizes several Quranic verses that indicate alcohol is haram, or forbidden, including that it has more harm than benefit, is described as "filth" associated with Satan, and prevents remembrance of God and prayer. The document aims to correct the misconception among some Muslims that alcohol is not clearly prohibited in the Quran and warns that consuming what is known to be haram could lead to disbelief.
The content for this presentation on the Tafseer of Surah Al-Fatihah is taken from the book 'An Enlightening Commentary into the Holy Quran' which is a translation of Tafsir e Namuna.
Please recite a Fateha for my late father, Syed Abbas Mosavi. JazakAllah.
Islamic Book in English: Causes for a bad endIslamic Library
This document discusses causes of a bad end based on Islamic sources. It mentions four main causes: laziness in offering salah, consuming alcohol, disobeying parents, and causing harm to Muslims. It emphasizes the importance of sincerely seeking repentance for sins. It also relates an incident where a student of a saint uttered words of disbelief at the time of death due to sins of tale-telling, jealousy, and drinking alcohol on the advice of a doctor. The document encourages trembling with divine fear and humbly pleasing Allah to avoid a bad end.
This document discusses the importance of purification in Islam. It is a guide to the different types of purification - wudu, ghusl, and tayammum - required in Islam before acts of worship. The document outlines the steps to properly perform each type of purification and discusses things that invalidate or are forbidden when in a state of impurity. Purification in Islam encompasses both physical and spiritual purity, and is crucial for acts of worship like prayer to be valid.
The document provides commentary on Quranic verses 16-25 from Surah Al-Qiyamah. Some key points:
1. The verses advise the Prophet Muhammad not to hasten his recitation of the Quran as it is being revealed to him by Gabriel.
2. Allah promises the Prophet that He will preserve the Quran, collect it in the Prophet's heart, and clarify its meaning.
3. The verses also describe scenes from the Day of Judgment, including some faces being radiant looking at Allah, while others will be contorted in fear of punishment.
1) The document discusses the Islamic phrases "Hasbunallahu Wa Ni'mal Wakeel" and "Ni'mal Maula Wa Ni'man Naseer".
2) "Hasbunallahu Wa Ni'mal Wakeel" means "Allah is sufficient for us, and He is the best disposer of affairs". It expresses putting one's complete trust in Allah during difficult times.
3) "Ni'mal Maula Wa Ni'man Naseer" praises Allah as the best protector and helper. It is often said along with the first phrase due to their similar meanings in the Quran.
Actions Which Expel The Doer From The Religion [أعمال تخرج صاحبها من الملة]
Based upon the Lectures and Book by
Shaykh Abdul Mun’em Mustafa Halīmah Abu Basīr
1) The document discusses treatment for anger, noting that while anger itself is not bad, using it in the wrong place is. It provides Quranic verses and hadith about controlling one's anger and forgiving others.
2) It explains how pious individuals like the Sahaba were able to reform their anger by directing it only towards disobedience of Allah. Spending time with saintly people can help develop strength and tolerance to overcome bad habits.
3) Controlling anger brings great rewards from Allah like filling one's heart with faith and allowing choice of houris in paradise. True repentance and reform is shown through examples of individuals changing their ways after connecting with pious scholars and saints
This document discusses the prohibition of alcohol in Islam based on evidence from the Quran. It summarizes several Quranic verses that indicate alcohol is haram, or forbidden, including that it has more harm than benefit, is described as "filth" associated with Satan, and prevents remembrance of God and prayer. The document aims to correct the misconception among some Muslims that alcohol is not clearly prohibited in the Quran and warns that consuming what is known to be haram could lead to disbelief.
The content for this presentation on the Tafseer of Surah Al-Fatihah is taken from the book 'An Enlightening Commentary into the Holy Quran' which is a translation of Tafsir e Namuna.
Please recite a Fateha for my late father, Syed Abbas Mosavi. JazakAllah.
Islamic Book in English: Causes for a bad endIslamic Library
This document discusses causes of a bad end based on Islamic sources. It mentions four main causes: laziness in offering salah, consuming alcohol, disobeying parents, and causing harm to Muslims. It emphasizes the importance of sincerely seeking repentance for sins. It also relates an incident where a student of a saint uttered words of disbelief at the time of death due to sins of tale-telling, jealousy, and drinking alcohol on the advice of a doctor. The document encourages trembling with divine fear and humbly pleasing Allah to avoid a bad end.
This document discusses the importance of purification in Islam. It is a guide to the different types of purification - wudu, ghusl, and tayammum - required in Islam before acts of worship. The document outlines the steps to properly perform each type of purification and discusses things that invalidate or are forbidden when in a state of impurity. Purification in Islam encompasses both physical and spiritual purity, and is crucial for acts of worship like prayer to be valid.
The document provides commentary on Quranic verses 16-25 from Surah Al-Qiyamah. Some key points:
1. The verses advise the Prophet Muhammad not to hasten his recitation of the Quran as it is being revealed to him by Gabriel.
2. Allah promises the Prophet that He will preserve the Quran, collect it in the Prophet's heart, and clarify its meaning.
3. The verses also describe scenes from the Day of Judgment, including some faces being radiant looking at Allah, while others will be contorted in fear of punishment.
1) The document discusses the Islamic phrases "Hasbunallahu Wa Ni'mal Wakeel" and "Ni'mal Maula Wa Ni'man Naseer".
2) "Hasbunallahu Wa Ni'mal Wakeel" means "Allah is sufficient for us, and He is the best disposer of affairs". It expresses putting one's complete trust in Allah during difficult times.
3) "Ni'mal Maula Wa Ni'man Naseer" praises Allah as the best protector and helper. It is often said along with the first phrase due to their similar meanings in the Quran.
Actions Which Expel The Doer From The Religion [أعمال تخرج صاحبها من الملة]
Based upon the Lectures and Book by
Shaykh Abdul Mun’em Mustafa Halīmah Abu Basīr
Reflections on Hasbunallahu wa Ni'mal Wakeel, Ni'mal Maula wa Ni'man NaseerMuQeet
1) The document discusses the Islamic phrases "Hasbunallahu Wa Ni'mal Wakeel" and "Ni'mal Maula Wa Ni'man Naseer".
2) It analyzes the meanings of key words in the phrases, citing references from the Quran.
3) The author reflects on how these phrases express complete faith and trust in Allah during difficult times, and finding strength, comfort and protection in Him alone.
This document provides accounts of early Muslims enduring persecution for their faith when Islam was still new in Mecca. It describes how Omar initially opposed Islam but then converted after confronting his sister Fatima and her husband Sa'eed, who had already accepted Islam. It also describes how Othman bin Madh'oon gave up the protection of an uncle and endured physical abuse for the sake of his faith. The narrations highlight the courage and perseverance of early Muslims in standing up for their beliefs despite facing opposition and harm.
The document describes the events surrounding the demise of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It notes that signs of his impending passing began to appear in the last days of Safar. On the 12th of Rabee Ul Awwal, he passed away into the presence of Allah. The document then discusses details from hadith about the Prophet informing his daughter Fatimah of his upcoming demise and choosing the hereafter over remaining in this world. It provides context of his conditions in his final days and ordering Abu Bakr to lead prayers as his health declined.
Al fatiha - seven oft-repeated verses - salman al-oadahShahedur
This document provides an in-depth analysis of the opening chapter of the Quran, known as Al-Fatiha or "The Opening". It discusses the various titles of the chapter, including "The Mother of the Book", "The Seven Oft-Repeated Verses", and "The Prayer". It examines each of the chapter's seven verses in detail, exploring meanings and interpretations from hadith and scholarly commentary. The analysis focuses on key terms like "Allah", "Lord", "Most Gracious", and "Most Merciful" and aims to convey the chapter's great importance in Islamic prayer and theology.
The story describes a man from Banī Isrāiīl who commits adultery and then repents. While bathing in a river after repentance, he hears the river call out questioning his actions. Frightened, he dedicates himself to worship. Later, when facing hardship with other worshippers, the river reassures him that his repentance has been accepted. The story emphasizes that sincere repentance wipes away sins and one should never lose hope in Allah's infinite mercy. It also highlights that even minor acts of humility and piety please Allah.
This document provides an introduction and table of contents for "The Guide of Good Things and the Advent of Blazing Lights in the Remembrance to ask for Praise upon the Chosen Prophet" by Ashaykh Muhammad al-Jazuli. The book discusses the benefits of requesting praise upon the Prophet Muhammad, may Allah praise and venerate him, and give him peace. It shares many hadiths and quotes from prophets emphasizing the rewards of praising the prophet, such as angels praising the person in return, sins being forgiven, and ensuring paradise. The document outlines the daily readings for each day of the week that are part of the remembrance and praising of the prophet.
This document discusses the virtues of Ramadan through several hadiths attributed to the prophet Muhammad. The hadiths highlight the importance of Ramadan, emphasize acts like fasting, praying Tarawih prayers at night, and increasing acts of worship. They state that the rewards for good deeds are multiplied during Ramadan. The hadiths also mention that it is a month of forgiveness, mercy from God, increased provision, and that supplications are more likely to be accepted.
1) The document discusses different types of hearts mentioned in the Quran - those that readily accept guidance, those that are distracted by worldly matters, and those that are fearful of Allah.
2) It describes how the Quran has humbled the author and increased their appreciation for Allah's mercy and power.
3) A hadith is presented about sins blackening the heart and how repentance can clear the heart, while persisting in sins increases the blackening.
Forty very easy, quick & rewarding good deeds for all of us to do everyday!zakir2012
This document lists 40 good deeds that can be easily performed to earn rewards from Allah. Some highlights include: reciting "Subhanallah" 100 times erases 1,000 sins and earns 1,000 good deeds; reciting certain phrases like "La ilaha illallah" with meanings of God's oneness and power earn millions of rewards; and glorifying, praising, and magnifying God 100 times before sleeping erases 2,500 bad deeds. Performing good deeds like enjoining right and forbidding wrong, and optional prayers are also encouraged.
- Presentation on the elemnts of disease of the heart and how to overcome them.
- Discussion mainly on
=> Understanding Insan
=> Understanding Deen
=> Understanding Tazkiyah
=> Understanding Anger
=> Understanding Gibah & Slandering
=> Understanding Namimah
The document provides guidance for Muslim women on developing an attitude of inner peace and tranquility. It advises remembering Allah, reciting the Quran daily, avoiding gossip and boasting, being mindful of one's speech, and taking the Prophet Muhammad as a role model. The guidelines are meant to help one find comfort and happiness by changing one's perspective on life.
Very rewarding nafl salaahs we can pray everyday! part 1zakir2012
This document summarizes 8 rewarding optional prayers that can be prayed everyday during Ramadan:
1. Tahiyyatul Wudu prayer (after ablution), 2. Ishraq prayer (sunrise prayer), 3. Dhuha prayer (breakfast prayer), 4. Four rakat sunnah prayer before Zuhr, 5. Four rakat sunnah prayer before Asr, 6. Awwabeen prayers (6-20 rakats after Maghrib), 7. Tahajjud prayer (night prayer), 8. Salaatul Tasbih prayer. Performing these optional prayers regularly is hoped to gain many spiritual rewards.
Surah Al-A'3laa is a 19 verse Makkan surah that Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) would recite in Eid and Friday prayers. It emphasizes glorifying and purifying Allah by removing any false assumptions about Him. Allah is the Most High - higher than all creation and destiny, with perfect traits. He creates everything with perfection and provides guidance for each creation. Allah brings out vegetation across Earth out of mercy for humanity. The surah highlights important aspects of Allah's attributes and reminds believers to remember their Creator.
This document discusses the importance and meaning of the opening chapter of the Quran, called Al-Fatiha or The Opening. It has many names indicating its significance, including The Mother of the Quran and The Seven Oft-Repeated Verses. The chapter is analyzed verse by verse, with explanations of the meanings of Allah's names mentioned in it, including Allah, Al-Rabb, Al-Rahman, and Al-Rahim. The document focuses on how Allah's mercy is paramount according to hadith. It is meant to encourage contemplation of this foundational chapter.
This document provides a summary and analysis of Surah Al-Ikhlas (The Purity) from Tafsir Ibn Kathir. It begins by giving context for the revelation of the surah, in response to idolaters asking about Allah's lineage. It then examines each verse in depth, explaining meanings and providing hadiths about the virtues of reciting this surah. Key points discussed include that Allah is One without peer or equal, is perfect and independent, and does not beget or have offspring. The surah rebuts beliefs that others could be comparable to or sons of Allah.
The document provides a prayer to ease difficulties consisting of several steps: reciting blessings on the Prophet Muhammad 11 times; reciting a verse from the Quran asking for forgiveness 500 times; reciting a prayer praising Allah as the sole source of help 500 times; reciting another prayer affirming only Allah has power 500 times; and finishing by again reciting blessings on the Prophet Muhammad 11 times. The purpose is to seek Allah's mercy and assistance through supplication and remembrance during times of hardship.
This document provides context and explanations for the Dua Kumayl. It begins with an introduction explaining the purpose of exploring and explaining the meanings behind the words in the dua. It then provides historical background on the origin of the dua and how it was first recorded. The bulk of the document analyzes each line of the dua, providing translations of key words, related Quranic verses, and explanations from scholars to help readers better understand and connect with the dua. It aims to give the supplicant a deeper emotional connection to the words being recited.
The document discusses cures for anger. It begins by highlighting the excellence of sending salutations upon the Prophet. It then shares a story narrated by Sayyiduna Faqih Abu Lays Samarqandi about a pious man from Bani Israel who was tested by Satan in various ways but remained steadfast. Satan revealed that his three main traps to deceive people are stinginess, anger, and intoxication. The majority of people will enter Hell due to anger. True patience and controlling one's anger are essential to avoid falling into Satan's traps. The document goes on to provide further advice and examples on curing and controlling anger.
[Salafi publications] reading in kashf al shubhaat part 7Khalid Abdul Kareem
This document summarizes the seventh study from the book "Removal of Doubts" by Muhammad bin Abdul-Wahhab.
The study addresses those who claim calling upon the righteous is not a form of worship. It provides two examples, supplication and sacrifice, that are clearly defined as acts of worship in the Quran and Sunnah. Anyone who directs worship like supplication or sacrifice to other than Allah has committed shirk.
It also notes that the pre-Islamic polytheists' worship of others was through acts like supplication, sacrifice and seeking their intercession - showing their shirk is comparable to those who direct similar acts of worship to other than Allah today. The goal is to
This document provides an explanation of Surah Al-Naas and the meaning of seeking refuge in Allah. It begins by translating the surah and explaining its key terms: Rabb-un-nas means Sustainer of mankind, Malik-un-nas means Master of mankind, and Ilah-un-nas means Deity of mankind. It then discusses seeking refuge in Allah with these beautiful attributes. The document also explores the meaning of waswas and khannas in reference to Satan, who whispers evil repeatedly and secretly into people's hearts. It notes that everyone has a devil assigned to them who tries to misguide them, and quotes hadiths about Satan circulating in humans and covering their hearts with whis
This document provides an introduction and table of contents to a book about spiritualism and magnetism written by Dr. Muhammad Tahir-ul-Qadri. The summary discusses the scientific bases of spiritual phenomena experienced by Islamic mystics and saints known as "Friends of Allah" or Auliya Allah. It analyzes spiritual experiences in light of modern scientific discoveries in fields like parapsychology. It also provides glimpses into the spiritual lives of famous Auliya Allah and examines verses from the Quran related to spiritualism. The author aims to convince modern scientific minds of the rational and empirical foundations of Islamic spiritualism.
Reflections on Hasbunallahu wa Ni'mal Wakeel, Ni'mal Maula wa Ni'man NaseerMuQeet
1) The document discusses the Islamic phrases "Hasbunallahu Wa Ni'mal Wakeel" and "Ni'mal Maula Wa Ni'man Naseer".
2) It analyzes the meanings of key words in the phrases, citing references from the Quran.
3) The author reflects on how these phrases express complete faith and trust in Allah during difficult times, and finding strength, comfort and protection in Him alone.
This document provides accounts of early Muslims enduring persecution for their faith when Islam was still new in Mecca. It describes how Omar initially opposed Islam but then converted after confronting his sister Fatima and her husband Sa'eed, who had already accepted Islam. It also describes how Othman bin Madh'oon gave up the protection of an uncle and endured physical abuse for the sake of his faith. The narrations highlight the courage and perseverance of early Muslims in standing up for their beliefs despite facing opposition and harm.
The document describes the events surrounding the demise of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It notes that signs of his impending passing began to appear in the last days of Safar. On the 12th of Rabee Ul Awwal, he passed away into the presence of Allah. The document then discusses details from hadith about the Prophet informing his daughter Fatimah of his upcoming demise and choosing the hereafter over remaining in this world. It provides context of his conditions in his final days and ordering Abu Bakr to lead prayers as his health declined.
Al fatiha - seven oft-repeated verses - salman al-oadahShahedur
This document provides an in-depth analysis of the opening chapter of the Quran, known as Al-Fatiha or "The Opening". It discusses the various titles of the chapter, including "The Mother of the Book", "The Seven Oft-Repeated Verses", and "The Prayer". It examines each of the chapter's seven verses in detail, exploring meanings and interpretations from hadith and scholarly commentary. The analysis focuses on key terms like "Allah", "Lord", "Most Gracious", and "Most Merciful" and aims to convey the chapter's great importance in Islamic prayer and theology.
The story describes a man from Banī Isrāiīl who commits adultery and then repents. While bathing in a river after repentance, he hears the river call out questioning his actions. Frightened, he dedicates himself to worship. Later, when facing hardship with other worshippers, the river reassures him that his repentance has been accepted. The story emphasizes that sincere repentance wipes away sins and one should never lose hope in Allah's infinite mercy. It also highlights that even minor acts of humility and piety please Allah.
This document provides an introduction and table of contents for "The Guide of Good Things and the Advent of Blazing Lights in the Remembrance to ask for Praise upon the Chosen Prophet" by Ashaykh Muhammad al-Jazuli. The book discusses the benefits of requesting praise upon the Prophet Muhammad, may Allah praise and venerate him, and give him peace. It shares many hadiths and quotes from prophets emphasizing the rewards of praising the prophet, such as angels praising the person in return, sins being forgiven, and ensuring paradise. The document outlines the daily readings for each day of the week that are part of the remembrance and praising of the prophet.
This document discusses the virtues of Ramadan through several hadiths attributed to the prophet Muhammad. The hadiths highlight the importance of Ramadan, emphasize acts like fasting, praying Tarawih prayers at night, and increasing acts of worship. They state that the rewards for good deeds are multiplied during Ramadan. The hadiths also mention that it is a month of forgiveness, mercy from God, increased provision, and that supplications are more likely to be accepted.
1) The document discusses different types of hearts mentioned in the Quran - those that readily accept guidance, those that are distracted by worldly matters, and those that are fearful of Allah.
2) It describes how the Quran has humbled the author and increased their appreciation for Allah's mercy and power.
3) A hadith is presented about sins blackening the heart and how repentance can clear the heart, while persisting in sins increases the blackening.
Forty very easy, quick & rewarding good deeds for all of us to do everyday!zakir2012
This document lists 40 good deeds that can be easily performed to earn rewards from Allah. Some highlights include: reciting "Subhanallah" 100 times erases 1,000 sins and earns 1,000 good deeds; reciting certain phrases like "La ilaha illallah" with meanings of God's oneness and power earn millions of rewards; and glorifying, praising, and magnifying God 100 times before sleeping erases 2,500 bad deeds. Performing good deeds like enjoining right and forbidding wrong, and optional prayers are also encouraged.
- Presentation on the elemnts of disease of the heart and how to overcome them.
- Discussion mainly on
=> Understanding Insan
=> Understanding Deen
=> Understanding Tazkiyah
=> Understanding Anger
=> Understanding Gibah & Slandering
=> Understanding Namimah
The document provides guidance for Muslim women on developing an attitude of inner peace and tranquility. It advises remembering Allah, reciting the Quran daily, avoiding gossip and boasting, being mindful of one's speech, and taking the Prophet Muhammad as a role model. The guidelines are meant to help one find comfort and happiness by changing one's perspective on life.
Very rewarding nafl salaahs we can pray everyday! part 1zakir2012
This document summarizes 8 rewarding optional prayers that can be prayed everyday during Ramadan:
1. Tahiyyatul Wudu prayer (after ablution), 2. Ishraq prayer (sunrise prayer), 3. Dhuha prayer (breakfast prayer), 4. Four rakat sunnah prayer before Zuhr, 5. Four rakat sunnah prayer before Asr, 6. Awwabeen prayers (6-20 rakats after Maghrib), 7. Tahajjud prayer (night prayer), 8. Salaatul Tasbih prayer. Performing these optional prayers regularly is hoped to gain many spiritual rewards.
Surah Al-A'3laa is a 19 verse Makkan surah that Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) would recite in Eid and Friday prayers. It emphasizes glorifying and purifying Allah by removing any false assumptions about Him. Allah is the Most High - higher than all creation and destiny, with perfect traits. He creates everything with perfection and provides guidance for each creation. Allah brings out vegetation across Earth out of mercy for humanity. The surah highlights important aspects of Allah's attributes and reminds believers to remember their Creator.
This document discusses the importance and meaning of the opening chapter of the Quran, called Al-Fatiha or The Opening. It has many names indicating its significance, including The Mother of the Quran and The Seven Oft-Repeated Verses. The chapter is analyzed verse by verse, with explanations of the meanings of Allah's names mentioned in it, including Allah, Al-Rabb, Al-Rahman, and Al-Rahim. The document focuses on how Allah's mercy is paramount according to hadith. It is meant to encourage contemplation of this foundational chapter.
This document provides a summary and analysis of Surah Al-Ikhlas (The Purity) from Tafsir Ibn Kathir. It begins by giving context for the revelation of the surah, in response to idolaters asking about Allah's lineage. It then examines each verse in depth, explaining meanings and providing hadiths about the virtues of reciting this surah. Key points discussed include that Allah is One without peer or equal, is perfect and independent, and does not beget or have offspring. The surah rebuts beliefs that others could be comparable to or sons of Allah.
The document provides a prayer to ease difficulties consisting of several steps: reciting blessings on the Prophet Muhammad 11 times; reciting a verse from the Quran asking for forgiveness 500 times; reciting a prayer praising Allah as the sole source of help 500 times; reciting another prayer affirming only Allah has power 500 times; and finishing by again reciting blessings on the Prophet Muhammad 11 times. The purpose is to seek Allah's mercy and assistance through supplication and remembrance during times of hardship.
This document provides context and explanations for the Dua Kumayl. It begins with an introduction explaining the purpose of exploring and explaining the meanings behind the words in the dua. It then provides historical background on the origin of the dua and how it was first recorded. The bulk of the document analyzes each line of the dua, providing translations of key words, related Quranic verses, and explanations from scholars to help readers better understand and connect with the dua. It aims to give the supplicant a deeper emotional connection to the words being recited.
The document discusses cures for anger. It begins by highlighting the excellence of sending salutations upon the Prophet. It then shares a story narrated by Sayyiduna Faqih Abu Lays Samarqandi about a pious man from Bani Israel who was tested by Satan in various ways but remained steadfast. Satan revealed that his three main traps to deceive people are stinginess, anger, and intoxication. The majority of people will enter Hell due to anger. True patience and controlling one's anger are essential to avoid falling into Satan's traps. The document goes on to provide further advice and examples on curing and controlling anger.
[Salafi publications] reading in kashf al shubhaat part 7Khalid Abdul Kareem
This document summarizes the seventh study from the book "Removal of Doubts" by Muhammad bin Abdul-Wahhab.
The study addresses those who claim calling upon the righteous is not a form of worship. It provides two examples, supplication and sacrifice, that are clearly defined as acts of worship in the Quran and Sunnah. Anyone who directs worship like supplication or sacrifice to other than Allah has committed shirk.
It also notes that the pre-Islamic polytheists' worship of others was through acts like supplication, sacrifice and seeking their intercession - showing their shirk is comparable to those who direct similar acts of worship to other than Allah today. The goal is to
This document provides an explanation of Surah Al-Naas and the meaning of seeking refuge in Allah. It begins by translating the surah and explaining its key terms: Rabb-un-nas means Sustainer of mankind, Malik-un-nas means Master of mankind, and Ilah-un-nas means Deity of mankind. It then discusses seeking refuge in Allah with these beautiful attributes. The document also explores the meaning of waswas and khannas in reference to Satan, who whispers evil repeatedly and secretly into people's hearts. It notes that everyone has a devil assigned to them who tries to misguide them, and quotes hadiths about Satan circulating in humans and covering their hearts with whis
This document provides an introduction and table of contents to a book about spiritualism and magnetism written by Dr. Muhammad Tahir-ul-Qadri. The summary discusses the scientific bases of spiritual phenomena experienced by Islamic mystics and saints known as "Friends of Allah" or Auliya Allah. It analyzes spiritual experiences in light of modern scientific discoveries in fields like parapsychology. It also provides glimpses into the spiritual lives of famous Auliya Allah and examines verses from the Quran related to spiritualism. The author aims to convince modern scientific minds of the rational and empirical foundations of Islamic spiritualism.
The Islamic Philosophy of Life - (Urdu)Martinkay99
The document discusses the history and evolution of the English language from Anglo-Saxon times to today. It describes how English was transformed from a Germanic language in the 5th century to the global language it is now through waves of invasions and settlements that introduced words from Latin, French, and other languages over many centuries.
The Ring of The Dove (A TREATISE ON LOVE)Martinkay99
This document provides a lengthy introduction and summary of the book "The Ring of the Dove" by Ibn Hazm. It discusses the context in which Ibn Hazm wrote the book, including the political landscape of Islamic rule in Spain in the early 11th century. It also analyzes the blending of religious and secular themes in Ibn Hazm's work, as well as the influences of Persian and Greek literature. The introduction concludes by praising Ibn Hazm's prose style and assessing the challenges of translating his work to other languages.
This document provides an introduction to Sufism by Martin Lings. It defines Sufism as the discipline and science of plunging into divine revelations from God and being drawn back to their eternal source. Sufism aims for direct spiritual knowledge of transcendent truths through inward perception, analogous to sensory experiences. Mystics are concerned with the mysteries of God, rather than just outward religious forms. The path of Sufism involves awakening one's consciousness back towards the supreme self and divine root of being.
Biography of The Holy Messenger (PBUH) - v.7 - [Urdu]Martinkay99
This document discusses the history and development of the internet. It details how the internet began as a US military program called ARPANET which linked computers at universities and research facilities. Through the 1980s, ARPANET evolved into a network of networks called the internet. In the 1990s, the internet became commercialized as web browsers made accessing information online easy for the general public. Today the internet connects billions of devices worldwide and continues to change how people communicate and access information.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
This document provides guidance on reformation of character by discussing several important character traits. It explains that purification of the self is compulsory and requires a spiritual guide. It then defines and provides methods for cultivating praiseworthy traits like repentance, fear of Allah, hope in His mercy, modesty, gratitude, patience, sincerity, and remembering Allah. Cultivating good character through practicing these traits and removing bad traits is key to spiritual development and coming closer to Allah.
This document discusses struggling against one's base desires (nafs) through three main points:
1) Struggling against the nafs and obeying Allah earns infinite reward, as shown through an anecdote of a successful business owner hesitant to pay zakat.
2) There are three categories of nafs - ammara (evil), lawwama (repentant), and mutma'inna (rectified) - and Muslims should strive to improve their nafs.
3) Special lovers of Allah who struggle against their nafs are honored and beloved by Allah and all creation. Preparing oneself through the month of Sha'ban can help avail the benefits of Ramad
1) The document discusses the meaning of Istiqaamat (steadfastness) in fulfilling Allah's commands and abstaining from disobedience, using controlling one's gaze as an example.
2) It explains that the love of Allah requires both fulfilling His commands and abstaining from prohibitions, and that failing to abstain leads one to be a slave of desires rather than of Allah.
3) It emphasizes making continuous effort in struggling against one's ego through practices like prayer, repentance, and not losing hope in Allah's mercy, while recognizing that one's guide can only show the path but not traverse it for them.
This slide program explains in depth the nature of brotherly relations in an Islamic organization, factors which strengthens and which weaken these relations
This document discusses the reality and importance of Sufism. It clarifies that Sufism's purpose is to gain love for Allah through following Shariah and Sunnah, which must be learned from a qualified spiritual guide. It warns against "fake peers" who claim to teach Sufism but promote innovations. It emphasizes that the true spiritual guide and disciple's sole aim is Allah, and discusses signs of divine love attained through following the guidance of spiritual mentors.
This document discusses the Islamic doctrine of al-Wala' Wa'l-Bara', which means loyalty to Muslims and disavowal of disbelievers. It covers several topics related to this doctrine, including the rights of Muslims towards one another, migration from lands of disbelief, jihad for Allah's sake, abandoning heresy, prohibiting imitation of disbelievers, and guidelines for Muslims interacting with non-Muslims. The document emphasizes that love and alliance in Islam must be for the sake of Allah alone.
This document discusses the Islamic doctrine of al-Wala' Wa'l-Bara', which means loyalty to Muslims and disavowal of disbelievers. It covers several topics including the rights of Muslims towards one another, migration from lands of disbelief, jihad for Allah's sake, abandoning heresy, prohibiting imitation of disbelievers, and guidelines for Muslims interacting with non-Muslims. The key message is that true love and allegiance in Islam is reserved only for Allah and those who believe and do good deeds.
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2. It explains that we cannot escape what Allah has decided and our anxieties come from wanting things to happen according to our desires rather than accepting Allah's will.
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2) It emphasizes that truly obeying God requires loving Him more than anything in this world, including one's own life, family, and desires. Only with intense divine love will one be willing to sacrifice everything to uphold God's commands.
3) The document urges developing this intense love for God by remembering that all worldly things are temporary but God is eternal. It provides poetic examples to contemplate the fleeting nature of beauty, youth, and material pleasures in this life.
The document discusses the importance of truly loving God with sincerity from the heart. It shares stories of people who struggled to sincerely say "I love you, my Lord" and notes that truly loving God requires practical application, not just words. It emphasizes that God's love for humanity precedes their love for Him, as shown in verses like Quran 5:54. It encourages developing a deeper understanding and appreciation of God in order to truly love Him.
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2. There are only two categories of people - the repentant and the wrongdoers. Allah calls those who do not repent "wrongdoers." True tawbah requires recognizing one's sins, admitting to them, and seeking to rid oneself of their evil consequences.
3. The Prophet Muhammad was the most knowledgeable of Allah and made tawb
This document describes the second spiritual station of the soul, called the "reproachful self" (an-Nafs al-Lawamma).
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Dear readers,
This month we continue with more inspiring talks from the Global Spirituality Mahotsav that was held from March 14 to 17, 2024, at Kanha Shanti Vanam.
We hear from Daaji on lifestyle and yoga in honor of International Day of Yoga, June 21, 2024. We also hear from Professor Bhavani Rao, Dean at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University, on spirituality in action, the Venerable BhikkuSanghasena on how to be an ambassador for compassion, Dr. Tony Nader on the Maharishi Effect, Swami Mukundananda on the crossroads of modernization, Tejinder Kaur Basra on the purpose of work, the Venerable GesheDorjiDamdul on the psychology of peace, the Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland, KC, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, on how we are all related, and world-renowned violinist KumareshRajagopalan on the uplifting mysteries of music.
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Trusting God's Providence.
Providence - God’s active preservation and care over His creation. God is both the Creator and the Sustainer of all things Heb. 1:2-3; Col. 1:17
-God keep His promises.
-God’s general providence is toward all creation
- All things were made through Him
God’s special providence is toward His children.
We may suffer now, but joy can and will come
God can see what we cannot see
1. Title: Treatment for Anger
Author: Shaykh Hakeem Muhammad Akhtar
Bismillahirahmaniraheem.
PART-ONE
Introduction: Quranic verse concerning anger Allah Ta'ala has explained three
qualities of his special servants in this verse:- 1) Those who swallow their anger,
2) They forgive the mistakes of Our Servants, 3) They not only forgive, but do an
act of kindness upon them, and Allah loves such people. Anger is not a bad thing,
but to use it in a wrong place is bad. If anger is annihilated, then how will one
make jihad with the kuffar? Therefore, use anger in the right place, eg. in jihad
against the kuffar. When at such a time, someone comes and says, "I humbly
present myself in front of you," it will be forbidden to treat him with humility,
but rather say, "Is there anyone to confront me?" However, when anger is
concerning oneself, then the following verse will apply to him, "Men of Allah are
those who swallow their anger and control themselves." Many times, people
request for some prayers whereby evil thoughts, inspirations and feelings do not
occur to them, as the Urdu saying goes - "The flute must not remain, nor the
flautist." This is childishness. Actually, perfection and intelligence is to trample
the evil inspirations, not to act upon them, just for the pleasure of Allah. Anyone
who goes through a lot of difficulties and suffering for your sake, will you not
think him to be your very best friend? Therefore, one has to escape from or
overpower these demands, for if you cannot do this, then it is proof enough that
you do not want to go through difficulties for the sake of Allah. How then can this
be a claim of love? One of the rights of love is that one goes through all
difficulties for the pleasure of the beloved. Therefore, these demands and urges
must remain, otherwise how will one fulfil his wife's rights in a permitted
manner, which means not using one's urges in the wrong manner. Moulana
Thanwi Rahmatullahi Alai used to say that the intention is not to destroy bad
habits, but to channelize them in the correct direction. For example, someone has
anger in him which is a bad habit. Before his reformation he used it for himself,
i.e if someone told him something unbecoming, or he was harmed by someone,
he immediately lost control and let out his anger. But after he reformed, the
direction of his anger changed. Now he gets angry on witnessing the
disobedience of Allah and his enmity is now directed towards the enemies of
Allah. Reforming the Nafs (Ego): If after reformation, the 'SELF' (nafs)
encourages towards sin, then he lets out his anger on it, saying he will not allow
it to sin! So anger is there, but its direction is now changed, which is
praiseworthy and a commendable action. Now, what is the meaning of "Kazm"
and for what was is it used by the Arabs? The Quran has been revealed in the
Arabic language. Allamah Aloosi As Sayyid Mahmood, the Mufti of Baghdad has
explained this in his commentary, Roohul Ma'ani, that "Kazm" means to fasten a
string around the mouth of a water bag which is filled to the brim. Thus Allah
Ta'ala states that when anger surges up in you, before you begin to talk vulgarly,
swear and speak anything harmful, immediately tie your mouth up with the
string of "Kazm". Now, let us see what is the difference of "Ghaiz" and "Ghadhab".
Sometimes, the workers in the office speak amongst themselves that "today the
2. boss is fuming with rage, perhaps he had a fight with his wife." Allamah Aloosi
Rahmatullahi alaih has explained that the meaning of "Ghaiz" is that when one is
angered, he controls himself and holds back his frustration. In "Ghadhab" , one
intends to take revenge. "Ghaiz" can be used only for the creation and not for the
Creator (Allah) while "Ghadhab" can be used for both, the creation and the
Creator. Allamah Aloosi Rahmatullahi alaih has explained four ahadeeth
concerning this verse for only the one on whom the Quran was revealed can
explain the commentary of the above verse. Ahadith Concerning Anger. The first
hadith is, "One who controls his anger inspite of having strength to enforce it,
Allah will fill his heart with Iman and peace." This means that a person has full
strength to enforce his anger and there is no obstacle preventing him from doing
so, yet he swallows his anger and forgives the person only out of the fear of Allah.
Allah will then bless such a person with the above reward. What a great reward
for controlling one's anger! The elders have explained that one who swallows the
bitter sip of anger which means that he controls it, Allah will change all that
anger into noor. Together with this, another commentary is given: That anger
which takes place for Allah or for the affairs of Deen is an exceptional type of
anger, as Rasulullah Sallallahu alaihi wasallam also got angry when witnessing
the disobedience towards Allah. His blessed face would turn red as if
pomegranate juice had been sprinkled on it. Therefore, one should get angry on
the disobedience of Allah. The second hadith is: "One who controlled his anger,
though he was able to enforce it, on the day of Qiyamah, Allah will call him in
front of all the creation and allow him to choose any "Hoor he pleases to have".
This is the second reward of controlling one's anger. The third hadith is: "On the
day of Qiyamah, Allah will call out: "Stand up, whoever has a right upon Me." No
one will stand up, except that person who forgave another's mistakes in the
world. Whoever, earned this wealth and did actions of forgiveness only he will
stand up to take his rewards from Allah on that day." The fourth hadith is:
"Anyone who wants high palaces and high stages in Jannah, should forgive the
one oppressing him, he should give to the one who deprives him, and he should
keep up relations and communication with one who severs ties." Certain blood
relatives are such that even if one does a million kindnesses to them, they do not
do so in return. The rule for them is that even if they keep severing ties, one
should keep maintaining ties with them and forgive them. We learn from this
hadith that Allah has promised beautiful mansions and high stages for the person
who practises the above. If a relative is troubling and harming one to such an
extent that it is unbearable and through which one's world and hereafter is being
harmed, one should take advice from the Ulema, because for such a person,
different rules will apply. Another three ahadith will be explained concerning
anger. The fifth hadith is: "Anger destroys Iman in the same manner that aloes
spoil honey." Aloes are so bitter, that if stamped at a distance, the throat of
another person becomes bitter. If a small pinch of aloe is put into a whole mound
of honey, all the honey will become bitter. Similarly, anger makes the sweetness
of Iman bitter which means an angry person does not enjoy the love of Allah, and
His ibadat and tilawat etc. because his anger has spoilt the perfection and noor of
his Iman. The sixth hadith is: "One who holds back his anger, Allah will hold back
His punishment from him." It is devious that one will have to tolerate difficulty in
controlling one's anger, and this is tolerated for the pleasure of Allah alone, then
upon this one will be blessed with this great reward. This training of tolerance
3. can only be made easy by the blessings of the company of the pious people. Once
a person wrote to Hadhrat Hakeemul Ummat Moulana Thanwi Rahmatullahi
alayh that he has anger in him and that some treatment should be prescribed.
Hadhrat replied that he should go to Moulana Muhammed Hasan Kakordi
Rahmatullahi Alayhi who was the owner of Anwar Book Depot in Lucknow. After
some time, this person wrote back to Hadhrat Thanwi Rahmatullahi Alayhi
saying: "My anger is gone. I keep going in the presence of Molvi Sahib and he
never tells me anything concerning my anger, yet how is it that I have benefitted
so much?" Hadhrat told him: "Because Moulana has a tolerant nature, he has
within him the faculty of patience and tolerance, and this quality of his heart has
been transferred to your heart." The seventh hadith is narrated by a Sahabi
Hadhrat Abu Mas'ood (RA) that once he was beating his slave when he heard a
voice from behind him saying: "Abu Mas'ood! Allah has more power over you
than what you have over him (the slave)." This was the voice of Rasulullah
Sallallahu alaihi wasallam. "The dead come to life hearing your voice." (Poem)
The Sahabah's (RA) hearts would come alive hearing this voice and diseases
would be cured. Allah blessed them with guidance through the companionship of
prophethood. Through the companionship of saintly people, a power and
strength is created within us to act on piety. People who do not have the strength
of staying away from a sin for forty years, should stay a few days with saintly
people and see what happens. Look! So many drunkards have become pious
through the blessings of the company of pious people. True Repentance: A poet
of Jaunpur by the name of Abdul Hafiz used to drink wine and shave his beard.
On being informed that one truly becomes reformed at Thana Bowan, he set out
and on his way his beard grew a little. On reaching the khanqah of Moulana
Thanwi Rahmatullahi alayhi, he shaved off all the stubble of the beard and
requested Moulana to allow him to take the "Bay'at" (pledge). Moulana told him;
"When you came here, you had a little noor on your face. Now you have even
removed that. Why did you do this when you had the intention of taking the
pledge?" Hafiz replied, "Hadhrat, you are the doctor of the ummat and I am the
most sick of the ummat. The patient should present his illness fully to the
physician, so that the illness can be treated fully. I will never touch the razor
again Insha Allah." Although this was not permissible for Hafiz, but because his
intention was to reform, Hazrat accepted his sincerity and kept quiet. One year
after this incident had taken place, Hadhrat went to Jaunpur for a lecture and
there, he saw an old man with the sunnat beard. On enquiry about this man, he
was informed that he was that very person who had come to Thana Bowan for
reformation. Hadhrat was overjoyed on seeing him with a beard. His end was a
very beautiful one. For three days, he cried with the fear of Allah, tossing
restlessly from one side of the room to the other, and in this condition he met his
end. So, truly blessed is that servant who connects himself to the people of Allah.
When Allah sees that a person has become the friend of His friend, then He,
through His grace, makes him His own. Ones destiny changes by the company of
the people of Allah. One Who Sits in the Company of the Pious is Not
Deprived: Rasulullah Sallallahu alaihi wasallam has said: "One who sits in the
company of the accepted servants of Allah, can never remain wretched. Allah
changes his wretchedness into auspiciousness." There is a lengthy hadith, a part
of which is, that a person was passing by the gathering of Allah's people - he had
not come specially for the gathering, but just decided to sit down. Although Allah
4. knows everything, He asked the malaikah what those people were engaged in. At
the end of this hadith it is mentioned that Allah calls the malaikah to bear
witness and says: "I have forgiven all of them, even the one who sat in the
gathering just as he was passing by, because I do not deprive even those who sit
near My accepted servants. " Look! Here in Dera Ghazi Khan, whatever is being
prepared for Hadhrat Wala Hardoi Damat Barakatuhu, the same things are being
served to everyone else, even his attendants. If this is the condition of worldly
bounties, then Insha Allah the same will be the condition in Jannat. If the result of
the companionship with the friends of Allah is such that wretchedness changes
into piety, and one develops a powerful strength to do good deeds, then what
must be the condition of one's Iman after the companionship of prophethood?
Just by Rasulullah's Sallallahu alaihi wasallam sight falling on a person, that
person becomes a Sahabi, and the world's greatest wali can never reach the
status of any Sahabi. It was thus through the blessing of the company of
Rasulullah Sallallahu alaihi wasallam that Hadhrat Abu Mas'ood Radiallahu anhu
realized this and said: "O Rasulullah Sallallahu alaihi wasallam, I free this slave
for the sake of Allah in lieu of beating him." Rasulullah Sallallahu alaihi wasallam
replied: "If you would not have shown mercy to the slave, the fire of Jahannum
would have burnt you to ashes." Who is this? None other than a Sahabi who has
seen Rasululllah Sallallahu alaihi wasallam. Which oppressor can then say that
he performs tahajjud, makes zikr and is a saint, so he will not be punished for his
anger? Think and ponder over this fact. We think that just because we perform
worship, we have all the right to trouble and oppress our fellow Muslims, our
brothers, sisters, wives etc. We think there is no law and order for us. Look! A
companion of Allah's Rasul Sallallahu alaihi wasallam, Abu Mas'ûd Radiallahu
Anhu is being warned that had he not shown mercy to his slave, the fire of
Jahannum would have been wrapped around him on the day of Qiyamah. Can we
be greater than the Sahabi, Abu Mas'ood? If we say that our anger is not harming
us, then we are actually trying to claim that our stage is higher than the Sahabi
(Na ûzûbillah). My friends! Many people say, "We do not need spiritual guides,"
yet, imagine, even a Sahabi like Hadhrat Abu Mas'ood Radiallahu Anhu needs a
trainer and guide! When Hadhrat Abu Bakr (RA) who is the most virtuous
amongst mankind after the Ambiya (AS), was in need of a guide, he needed a
guardian, then who are we to say that we do not need to be guided and reformed.
Showing Kindness: Once Hadhrat Abu Bakr Siddique (RA) became angry with a
relative and said, "By Allah! I will not do kindness to you anymore." However,
this relative had earned Allah's acceptance because of his participation in the
battle of Badr and Allah Ta'ala therefore interceded on his behalf thus: "O
Siddique! Would you not like to forgive this servant of Mine who has taken part
in the battle of Badr so that I may forgive you on the day of Qiyamah?" When this
verse was revealed, Hadhrat Abu Bakr (RA) broke his oath, paid compensation
for it and took another oath: "By Allah! I love that Allah forgives me, so I too
forgive my relative and now I will do more kindness to him than even before."
These are Allah's special servants, who forgive people's mistakes and thereafter
even do acts of kindness to them for Allah loves those who are kind. In support of
this commentary, Allamah Aloosi (RA) has narrated an incident about Hadhrat
Ali (RA)'s grandson, Ali bin Husain (RA). His slave girl was once helping him to
make wudhu when the water can slipped from her hand, fell on his head and
wounded him. Hadhrat Ali bin Husain (RA) looked at her angrily. The slave girl,
5. being a Hafizah of the Quran, immediately started reciting the verse from the
Quran which says: "Allah's special servants are those who swallow their anger."
Hadhrat Ali bin Husain (RA) immediately replied: "I have swallowed my anger."
His immediate action was because of his acceptance of the word of Allah. It was
not important to him who had recited it. He did not think that it is only a slave
girl reciting, so why should he accept it, but rather when the talks of a Great
Being are spoken by "small" people, that is the word of Allah Rabbul Izzat, no
matter who speaks it, do not look at the insignificance of the speaker, but rather
appreciate those great talks. The slave girl then proceeded to recite the verse
which says: "And those who forgive people." Hadhrat Ali said: "I forgive your
mistake. She then continued, And Allah loves those who are kind." Hadhrat Ali
replied: "Go, I free you for the sake of Allah." I want to narrate another incident
here. The founder of the Tablighi Jamat and the uncle of Hadhrat Shaikhul Hadith
Moulana Mohammed Zakariyyah (RA), Moulana Mohammed Ilyas (RA), was
sitting at a place where Hadhrat Shaikhul Hadith had become angry with an
attendant and was scolding him. The attendant was asking for forgiveness,
saying that he made a mistake and that he was after all human. Shaikhul Hadith
(RA) replied that if he had done it once or twice it would have been understood,
but he had committed this mistake a dozen times. How much more must he
tolerate it? Moulana Mohammed Ilyas (RA) told him in his ears, "Moulana!
Tolerate as much as you would want to be tolerated", meaning, forgive as much
as you would want to be forgiven, so do not say how much you must tolerate, but
forgive as much as possible. Sometimes a person in anger says: "This person
never does anything right, he is always making mistakes." So what, brother,
some people have less intelligence than others! Hadhrat Hakeemul Ummat (RA)
says that if perfect intelligence is 98 degrees, then Allah has given some people
only 97.5 degrees and these types are simple and childish! If your own child was
like this, what would you have done? Surely, you will overlook his weakness with
softness. Therefore, check and take stock of one with less intelligence
accordingly. Do not compare one of 97 degrees to one with 98 degrees. Yet,
knowing all this, some people say in anger: "He knows everything. He is doing
this just to trouble me." This foolish point is created in the mind by shaytan.
Pride Leads One to Anger: Another important point is that an angry person
thinks himself to be very great. Pride is hidden in the folds of his anger. When he
is angry at someone, his intention is to degrade that person and prove his own
greatness. When anger arises in him, look at his face or put a mirror in front of
him and tell him to see for himself, or record his angered voice on a tape and let
him listen to it. A human being never realizes his own illnesses, he may say that
his anger is for the sake of Allah, but this assumption of his can never be reliable.
He should have it tested by a spiritual guide who has far sightedness, and will tell
him if his anger is right, but the one who says he is always right, is in fact the
wrong one. One who tells his spiritual guide that he does not know anything and
that the one who is the target of his anger is such and such, then know that he
thinks his spiritual guide to be a fool. Chase such a disciple out of the khanqah
(institution of spiritual guidance and reformation) holding him by his ear. In
anger, if you have oppressed someone, never be ashamed to ask forgiveness of
him. Please him in this world, otherwise you will be sorry on the day of Qiyamah!
Now listen to what status that person will get who makes amends and has his
anger treated. Once Hadhrat Phulpoori (RA) got extremely angry at a person, for
6. though he was a great friend of Allah, he was after all human and it is only
human to make mistakes. The person with whom Hadhrat got angry was a
villager who was a little backward. His village was about one and a half miles
away from Phulpoor to which he returned. After the villager had left, Hadhrat
regretted having become so angry at him. He therefore set out for that village
after Asr, to ask forgiveness from the villager. Hadhrat relates that he was so
upset over what he had done that he could not think straight and even lost his
way. Somehow he searched for the way through the fields and finally reached the
village quite late. Hadhrat asked the man to forgive him for the sake of Allah, as
he had wronged him. The villager would not agree saying: "You are a great
Moulana, and I am an ignorant one. You are like my father and a father has rights
upon his son." Hadhrat said to him: "I don't know what will happen on the day of
Qiyamah, only then will it be known who is small and who is great. Until you do
not tell me that you have forgiven me, I will not move from here." The person
then said: "All right, only because you are commanding me, in order to please
you, I will say that I have forgiven you, but otherwise you have great rights over
me." Then only did Hadhrat return. On the same night, Hadhrat saw in his dream
that Rasulullah Sallallahu alaihi wasallam and Hadhrat Ali (RA) were sitting in a
boat, and at a little distance from them, he was sitting alone in another boat.
Rasulullah Sallallahu alaihi wasallam commanded Hadhrat Ali (RA) to join
Hadhrat's boat to his Sallallahu alaihi wasallam's own boat. When Hadhrat Ali
(RA) joined them, it made such a beautiful sound, the enjoyment of which
Hadhrat was still feeling right up to the time he narrated the dream. Look! What
an immense reward was given for humbling oneself and being regretful!
PART-TWO
Forgiving For the Sake of Allah: Hadhrat Hakeemul Ummat Mujaddide Millat
Moulana Ashraf Ali Thanwi (RA) once mentioned in a lecture that a woman put
extra salt in the food by mistake. Her husband thereupon decided this matter
with Allah and said: "O Allah! She has made a mistake by making the food salty,
so for Your sake I forgive this wife of mine who is your bondswoman. She has a
connection with You, therefore I forgive her." All this he thought in his heart and
forgave his wife and did not tell her anything. After he had passed away,
someone saw him in a dream and asked him how he fared? He replied: "Matters
were very frightening, great sins of mine were presented, but Allah told me that
He forgave me and I am free to go, as one day I forgave His bondswoman (my
wife), for making the food too salty." How would we like our sonin- law to treat
our daughter if she makes a mistake? Would we not like that he should forgive
her? When the son-in-law troubles our daughter, we run to buzrug's for taweez
and duas. Similarly, our wives are also someone else's daughters. Must we not
show mercy to them? We argue and fight so much with them that they cry inside
and have no one to complain to in the in-law's house. Their sighs and laments too
will surely catch up with you one day! When the rains of knowledge stop falling
on the heart of the revivalist (Mujadid) and reformer of the time, because of
harm caused to animals, then what will one's condition be for troubling human
beings? One day Moulana Thanwi's (RA)'s wife had to go out, so she told him to
unlock the chicken pen and to put corn and water for the fowls. Hadhrat
7. completely forgot about it and sat down to do his writing and replying of letters.
However, all the noor of knowledge and topics on "recognition" closed on him
and he could not reply one letter nor write his commentary of Bayanul Quran.
Upon this he made dua to Allah, that Allah should open upon him the secret, for
perhaps he has made some mistake as a result of which this has happened to
him. Allah Ta'ala put it in his heart that, "Our creation (fowls) are locked up
without food and water, how can We bestow you with topics when Our creation
is suffering?" Hadhrat immediately opened the chicken pen, gave them food and
water, and just then his heart opened up and knowledge started flowing in.
Kindness: Rasulullah Sallallahu alaihi wasallam has said: "Do not make the
animal's back your pulpits." This means, if you need to talk to someone, get off
the animal and talk, for animals are not for this purpose. Islam enjoins great
mercy to animals. If it is forbidden to trouble animals, then, my friends, those
who trouble their wives, how much punishment are they not inviting upon
themselves for their action? Rasulullah Sallallahu alaihi wasallam said, AThose
with the most perfect Iman are the ones whose character is the best. And the
best amongst you is the one who treats his wife well. We learn from this that the
highest standard of best character is good treatment to the wife. Allamah Aloosi
(RA) has related a narration in Tafsir Rûhul Ma'ani that Rasulullah Sallallahu
alaihi wasallam said: "Those husbands who are merciful, their wives overpower
them." This means they start speaking sharply, they become playful towards the
husband and do coquetry, but they do have rights. Rasulullah Sallallahu alaihi
wasallam said: "O Aysha, when you are angry with me, I come to know of it,
because then you say: "By the Lord of Ibrahim (AS) and when you are happy with
me, then you say, "By the Lord of Muhammed." So women do have a right of
getting upset. Shariat has scope for it. The hadith says: "These women overpower
men who are kind, but men that are ill tempered and possess bad character,
shout, beat and fight with their wives and overpower them." It is said that in
certain places, husbands beat their wives on the first night to create a fear in
their hearts for them. Astaghfirullah! What oppression and ignorance! May Allah
give us Hidayat. Rasulullah Sallallahu alaihi wasallam said: "I prefer to be
suppressed but kind (with regard to my wives). I do not want to be ill-tempered
and overpower them." He Sallallahu alaihi wasallam said: "Women are from a
crooked rib. Look! Although they are crooked, are we not benefitting from
them?" If you will try to straighten them, they will break! Therefore, your
treatment towards them should be one of love, kindness and mercy, then life will
become enjoyable. Hadhrat Moulana Thanwi (RA) used to say that those people
who reject Allah's intercession of "And treat them kindly," are shameless. If some
great person commands us to protect and look after the wife, we will take pains
in fulfilling the order of such an important personality. Here Allah, Most High is
commanding us to treat our wives well, then how much more importance should
be given to this order. Let us ponder deeply over what is to be done and what we
are doing. Coming back to the subject of anger, to swallow anger is a great
training of the 'self', because anger is fire and to control it is very difficult. So,
rewards upon it are also very great and one attains experience according to one's
training. Miracles: Through this self-training, many have attained miracles, and
miracles of the Auliya (friends of Allah) are true. To deny the miracles performed
by the Auliya (friends of Allah) leads one to kufr. Of course, the Auliya-e-kiram
cannot perform these miracles of their own accord, but they take place through
8. them (the auliya) when Allah wills it. "Karamat" (miracles) is not the doing of the
creation, but is exclusively the work of the Creator. Imam Bukhari (RA) has
explained that Rasulullah Sallallahu alaihi wasallam said: "A pious servant of
Allah among the Bani Israeel once asked a man to lend him a thousand coins.
That man asked the saint to bring a witness to which he replied: "Allah is enough
for a witness." The man again asked him to bring forward a person to stand
surety on behalf of the saint, so that in case he does not pay up, the money could
be demanded from the one who stood surety. To this the saint replied, "Allah is
responsible and stands surety." On hearing this the other person said: "You have
spoken the truth," and immediately gave the pious man a thousand coins. The
pious man took the coins, crossed the river and fulfilled the work for which he
had needed the coins. Finally, the day on which he had promised to repay,
arrived. When he reached the river bank, he became worried as there was no
boat to take him across the river. Anxious to fulfil his promise, he thought of a
plan. He made a hole in a piece of log, placed the thousand coins into it, knocked
a nail to secure it and put it in the water to float across. Placing his trust in Allah,
he made dua: "O Allah! Let the coins reach their owner." The winds could have
changed direction and steered the log elsewhere, but this was a miracle that it
reached its required destination. The creditor was waiting for some boat to
arrive with the buzurg (pious person) at the bank of the river. Suddenly, he
noticed a piece of log floating towards him. He picked it out of the water, thinking
he would take it home and use it for firewood. When he hit it with an axe, the
coins fell out with a note which read: "I could not get a boat in time, so I am
sending your coins in this manner, putting my trust in Allah." Soon afterwards,
the buzurg also arrived, on finding a boat. He brought another thousand coins
with him, just in case the first thousand which he had secured in the log might
not have reached the owner and were lost. The owner said that he received the
coins and explained how he found the log and what had happened. The Buzurg
went back very happy, thanking Allah for this miracle. Although miracles of the
auliya are true, they are not a requisite for being a wali. Some foolish people
think it is compulsory for every saint to perform miracles. For anyone to be a
wali, he has to have piety. Obedience to the shariat and sunnat is absolutely
essential. Even chastity is not a requisite, that a wali will never sin. Yes, this is a
requisite for prophethood! A wali (friend of Allah) can become weak and get
involved in sin, but to remain a wali, there is a condition that he repents and asks
forgiveness from Allah. A person lived in the company of Hadhrat Junaid
Baghdadi (RA) for ten years but did not see any miracle taking place at his hands
eg. flying in the air or walking on water etc. Disappointed, he decided to go away,
explaining his reason to Hadhrat Junaid (RA). Hadhrat Junaid (RA) asked him if
had ever seen him (Hadhrat Junaid) doing any action against the sunnat or
shariat in those ten years. The man replied in the negative. Upon this Hadhrat
Junaid (RA) sighed and said: "If a slave has not displeased his Master for even a
moment in ten years, can there by a greater miracle than this?" Hadhrat Mulla Ali
Qari (RA) writes: "Steadfastness upon the sunnat and shariat is more virtuous
than a thousand miracles." As I was saying, that by controlling one's anger and
tolerating the harm which comes to one from the creation, many a buzurg
attained the blessings of miracles. Hadhrat Shah Abul Hasan Khirqani (RA) used
to ride on a lion, bringing with him wood from the jungle on it, and if sometimes
the lion would become troublesome, he would whip it with a live snake. A person
9. from Khurasan went to Kharqan to take the pledge (bay'at) at Hadhrat's hands,
When Hadhrat's wife asked this man why he had come, he related his reason. She
was a very ill-tempered woman and upon hearing this she recited: "La howla
wala quwwata illah billah" and said: "Who in this world can know the condition
of this Buzurg better than me? I am with him day and night. He is a crafty
deceiver! How did you get involved with him? Have you no brains?" She spoke so
bitterly to him that he cried and thought to himself that his trip had been wasted.
However,the people of the locality urged him to go into the jungle, and meet the
Shaikh, and not form any wrong opinion about the Buzurg as his wife was an ill-
tempered woman. When he reached the jungle, sure enough, there was Shaikh
Abul Hasan Khirqani (RA), seated on the lion's back. Moulana Jalaluddin Roomi
(RA) says that through kashf (divine inspiration), it transpired to Hadhrat that
this person had heard his (Shaikh's) wife's bitter talks and was grieved. Hadhrat
laughed and asked what the matter was. That man replied: "Hadhrat, your wife is
a very badtempered woman, why did you marry her?" Hadhrat replied: "The
miracle which you see in front of you i.e. I am seated on a lion while using a live
snake as a whip, was attained by patiently bearing the harms caused to me by
this woman." In the words of Moulana Roomi (RA): "If my patience would not
tolerate the burden of her illtemper, then do you think this lion would bear my
burden and become my slave." It is the way of Allah, that when He blesses one
with a gift, He does so after training of the self (Islahe Nafs). Hadhrat Mirza Jane
Jana was of a very sensitive nature. When the enemy shot him, someone asked
him his condition, to which he replied: "There is no pain because of the bullet,
but I am inconvenienced with the smell of the acid." If he saw a bedstead placed
incorrectly (not straight), he would get a headache. He could not sleep the whole
night. The ruler of Delhi once came to him and after drinking water, he placed
the cup crooked on the water pitcher. Hadhrat developed a headache on seeing
this. The ruler then asked Hadhrat if he would like an attendant for himself.
Hadhrat replied: "Until now, I have managed to control myself, but now I must
tell you that you put the water cup crooked through which I have developed a
headache. How can I accept an attendant from you. He will be just like you."
Hazrat Mirza Jane Jana was divinely inspired thus: "If you marry a certain ill-
tempered woman of Delhi, then We will make you famous in the whole
universe." He agreed. People of Allah are always seeking ways whereby they can
sacrifice themselves for the pleasure of Allah. One day, Hadhrat sent his
attendant home to fetch his (Hadhrat's) food. When the attendant reached
Hadhrat's house, he called out at the door to Hadhrat's wife, asking for his food.
The ill-tempered wife began insulting her husband, saying: "Why did he not ask
for it earlier, I am waiting here for hours with his food to be taken and there he
is, having his malfoozats and acting like a great spiritual guide. He is causing us
such inconvenience. Does he not realize the rights of Allah's servants? He is not a
saint, but a deceiver, etc. etc." That attendant who had come for the food was a
native of Kabul (Pathan). He drew out his sword, but then realized that this
woman was his shaikh's wife, put his sword back and told the woman: "You are
my shaikh's wife, therefore I left you, otherwise, I would have finished you off."
He then went back to his shaikh and asked him why he had married such an ill-
tempered woman. Hadhrat replied: "Foolish, don't you see Mirza Jane Jana's
name reigning on earth? This I have achieved by the blessing of tolerating this
woman, I bear patiently the harm she causes me. Allah has blessed me with
10. steadfastness upon this tolerance, then also rewarded me for it." Friends! after
bringing Iman, to remain firm on it is called steadfastness, as is stated in the
Qur'an. There are many who remain auliya for one moment, and the next
moment they turn into devils. For a few days they are like angels, but when the
self (nafs) overpowers them, then they become devils. When anger overpowered
them, they did not think who they are and who is their Allah. Then they even
forget that a little while ago they were making tilawat, last night they performed
Tahajjud and even read Ishraq today. In anger, they changed into shaitan, said
what they wanted to, and even started beating someone up! Why is such a
person called a shaitan. The reason is because shaitan is created from fire and it
is stated in a hadith that anger is also created from fire. The Condition of an
Angry Person: Allamah Aloosi (RA) quotes a hadith in Ruhul Ma'ani: "Save
yourself from anger, because it is a flame of fire which burns the heart of the son
of Adam." Rasulullah Sallallahu alaihi wasallam has explained through two
proofs that the matter and substance of anger is made from fire. One is: "Do you
not see that the veins of the angry one's throat swell up' and the other is that the
eyes get red. The eyes show that there is a fire in the heart. The eyes are like
glasses through which one can see the fire inside the heart. So anger is definitely
fire. In anger, people do such actions which cannot be practised otherwise.
People have even sworn at Allah and the shariat in anger, and became kafirs!
May Allah save us. In anger, one fights one's parents, is harsh to one's wife and
oppresses her, causing her deep sighs and lamentations. In anger, the wife
becomes insolent towards the husband, a son fights with his father, a student
fights with his teacher, a disciple fights with his spiritual guide, an ummati fights
with a Nabi and the bondsman fights with Allah! Through this dangerous illness,
one is deprived of his venerable elders' kindness. One who respects his elders
will be rewarded by their kindness. May Allah bless us with taufiq to fully submit
to our elders, and to tolerate whatever they tell us. I too request you for duas.
There are many incidents that took place where, because of anger, homes have
broken up. Just recently, an eighty year old man, came to meet me at a certain
place and told me that his son-in-law had divorced his daughter. She had eight
sons and the ninth child was on the way. Imagine! If someone makes such a
mistake in his young days, one will say that he has done it due to immaturity, but
this has been done in old age! This person regularly goes out for Tabligh also.
Here! Now he is suffering and getting attacks, because his little children have
been separated from him. In the state of anger one does not realise one's own
unworthiness. He now regrets his foolish act of chasing his wife away forever,
the result being that his children will always curse him and think of their father
as a tyrant who divorced their mother in her old age. The entire family has now
been separated, but what can be done now, for it is no use crying over spilt milk.
Friends! Anger is very dangerous, therefore do not hesitate to remedy it. Now
read on and see the petty matter over which this person divorced his wife: That
day, their young son was ill and did not go to work. The father beat him, saying
that he was telling a lie, whereas one is not justified to suspect or think ill of
another without a valid proof. The mother then intervened, by telling the father
to stop hitting the son. A mother naturally loves her children more than the
father, because she is the one who carries them in her womb for nine months,
then delivers them with so much pain, then breast-feeds them with her blood
which is changed into milk. Thus, being a mother, she pitied her son and said to
11. her husband: "Do not beat him so mercilessly (like a butcher)." Upon this
interference from his wife, the husband flared up with anger and shouted: "Why
must you interfere when I am fixing him up," because of this I give you talaq!
talaq! talaq! It was as if he had fired 3 bullets at his wife, all in one shot, as a
result of which two homes were destroyed, and now they are suffering from
heart attacks! A great lesson is to be learnt from this unfortunate incident. One
who does not endeavour to reform himself, finally destroys himself as well as
those connected to him. A person can never hope for betterment without the
process of reformation. Dr Abdul Hay (RA), relates an incident about a certain
young man, who once entered the musjid, crying bitterly while making dua.
Doctor Saheb became much affected by the sight of the young man and took him
to be a wali Allah (friend of Allah). At that very instant, an old man with poor
eyesight and feeble, shaky legs, walked out of the musjid. Due to old age, his legs
were weak and uncontrollable as a result of which he accidentally bumped into
the young man. The young man, whose appearance resembled that of a great
saint, suddenly jumped up and fumed: "O you unworthy blind fool, can you not
see where you walk? You are so old, yet you hurt me!" His hands are spread out
in supplication before Allah, while his tongue is engaged in harshly swearing the
poor old man! Doctor Saheb, who had witnessed the entire scene, was shocked at
the young man's attitude. He said: "I thought him to be a great wali, but he
turned out to be shaitan's grandfather." Therefore, reformation of the 'self' is of
utmost importance, for one's success. Companionship of the Pious: Many
people believe that one can be reformed merely by reading some great books. If
this was the case then why did Allah Ta'ala send messengers to people? It was
solely for their guidance and reformation by means of cleansing and purifying
their hearts. Therefore, first the Nabi fulfils this duty and thereafter his deputies
follow suit. One cannot understand books without a teacher. This is a process of
teaching and learning. For the book of Allah, people of Allah are created. In the
commentary of Surah Fatiha in Ma'ariful Quran, Mufti Muhammed Shafi (RA) has
written: "To understand the Book of Allah, it is necessary to have the people of
Allah." The fuel of strength for acting upon the book of Allah will be attained
from the bosoms of these pious people. If a Nabi is alive during that time, then
this knowledge will be attained from his bosom, otherwise from the bosoms of
their disciples. Moulana Gangohi (RA) has said: "Why do you think I became
bay'at to Hajee Imdadullah (RA). It was not to show Hajee Sahib mas'alas. This I
will show to Hajee Sahib. I took bay'at to gain the fuel of strength and taufiq to
act upon everything that I have learnt. Just imagine, such great Ulema are not
independent of help from the people of Allah. Therefore friends, for one's
reformation, contact with a reformer is absolutely necessary. It is not enough
merely to have friendship and companionship with them, but to keep them
informed about one's spiritual condition is the actual purpose. Then, whatever
advice they give, one should obediently act upon it. The rights of companionship
are not only feeding the people of Allah with good food, and then to imagine that
one has fulfilled their rights, but actually it is informing them of one's condition
and thereafter obedience to their advice with sincerity. I will now prescribe to
you a treatment for removing anger: Whenever you get angry, immediately
recite: "Aûzobillahi minash shaytanir rajim" and move away from the person
who is the cause of your anger. If possible, make wudhu and perform two rakats
namaz and make dua. Also drink water, because water is a cure for anger.
12. PART-THREE
Anger: When a fire breaks out, water is used to extinguish it. If you are standing
at that time, then sit down, and if you are sitting, then lie down. In this way you
are getting further away from taking revenge. If you are standing it will be easy
to run towards the person for taking revenge, but if you sit down, you will
become a little lazy to get up and take revenge and if you lie down, you have
already come three stages down. Now you will think, that in order to reach the
person who has angered you, you will first have to sit up, then stand and finally
run to hit. Therefore it is wiser to leave him and let him go! Using water will cool
one's temper. After this, think of Allah's punishment. Allah has more power over
me than what I have over this person. Just as I am angry at someone today, what
if Allah Ta'ala becomes angry with me and has to punish me, then what will I do?
Think of Allah, His power and His punishment. When an angry person does not
think of these things, it proves that he has become ensnared in the clutches of
shaytan, whether he be a Sayyid Sahib, Molvi Sahib, Sufi Sahib or a person giving
lectures on Deen. How can it be possible, that being a mo'min, we have forgotten
Allah at this moment? We behave like a sufi and cry abundantly, but oh, these
tears have no value if we do not have the fear of Allah, even if we shed tears in
abundance. In the state of anger, one should think of his position as a servant of
his Master, Allah, the most High, who is watching him. We are always hopeful of
Allah's mercy upon us, and wish that Allah will forgive our faults on the day of
Qiyamah, yet we refuse to show mercy upon His creation. Here we become
totally heedless. If anybody troubles us, we do not find rest until and unless we
take revenge. Allamah Abul Qasim Qushairi (RA) says: "A friend of Allah does not
take revenge, and one who takes revenge can never be a friend of Allah." One
who does not know how to treat Allah's creation with mercy, how can he be
hopeful of the mercy of Allah upon himself? Therefore Allah revealed a verse
which says that if you want Allah's mercies and forgiveness for yourselves, then
forgive the faults of His servants. Even if one commits the same mistake (of
getting angry) over and over again, then too he should not lose hope. After one's
anger has subsided, he should hasten to make amends. Prescription for
Removing Anger: Hadhrat Hakimul Ummat Moulana Thanwi (RA) prescribed a
treatment for a person whose anger always overpowered him. He advised him
that when his anger cooled down, he should ask for forgiveness from the one to
whom his anger had been directed. He should apologize to him in a gathering, for
this method will break his pride. It will also prevent him from losing his temper
with people, for fear of being disgraced in an assembly or in public. When anger
overpowers one, immediately divert the mind towards one's own faults and
shortcomings. Ask ourselves how would we like to be treated by Allah Ta'ala if
He were to punish us for our wrong doings? Would we not like that Allah should
forgive us? In the same way just as we love to be excused and pardoned, we too
should become merciful and forgiving towards those who have wronged us.
After all, the person can never have wronged us to the extent that we have
sinned in front of Allah. Yet, what is Allah's treatment towards us? Time and
again He has spared us through His benevolence and tolerance, if He so wishes,
he can destroy us now! Allah is so kind and tolerant towards us, we are
dependant on His forgiveness always, then why should we not forgive the
13. person? Moulana Thanwi (RA) has said that one should set aside some time
daily, ponder over one=s own faults and tell oneself: "I am the worst person on
earth." In this way, his pride will be uprooted. Then one will not become angry,
because anger is created from pride. At the time of anger one should think in this
way that: "I am the worst of all people, then what right do I have to get angry at a
person better than myself?" Also, by reciting the following wazifa, one's anger
will decrease: Read the whole 'Bismillah ....' twenty one times after every namaz
and blow over oneself. Recite 'Bismillah ....' three times and blow into food and
water before eating or drinking. Insha Allah, Allah's mercies will be manifested
in just the same way as sand appears shiny and white when the rays of the sun
shine upon it. Once the rays disappear, the sand looks dark and black again. By
reading this wazifa, the rays of Allah's mercy will descend upon our hearts and
cool our anger. For any specific illness or problem, one should choose a name
from among Allah's Great Names and recite it abundantly. The effects of these
Holy Names will surely affect its reader. Example, if "Ya Salamu" is read on
someone with a serious illness, its effect will bring peace and safety from the
disease for the sick person. If one is afflicted with poverty, read "Ya Mughni",
Allah will bless him with wealth. Similar are the effects of "Ya Rahman" and "Ya
Rahim". Recite "Ya Allah, Ya Rahman, Ya Rahim" in abundance to remove anger.
However, read only as much as can be tolerated, for sometimes by reading
excessively a type of dryness affects the mind, and it may also prove too hot for
the brain. Nowadays, people are weak. Thus by too much of wazifa reading, some
people have even become insane. Therefore, do not read any wazifa more than
can be tolerated, and also take advice in this matter from a spiritual guide. If one
cannot manage to read 'Bismillah ....' twenty one times, read it seven times, and if
one cannot do that even, read it three times, because nowadays people are too
busy and seem to have no time for reading. A businessman said to me that he
was so busy, he does not even have the time to die! I asked him if he thought that
the angel of death was going to ask his permission before extracting his soul? If
so, then he should tell Malakul Maut (the angel of death) that he was far too busy
to die, but even then, whether he be ready for death or not, he will certainly pull
his soul out of his body. Great, great wrestlers have succumbed and fallen down
in the face of death. No plan helps to save one from this reality. Also recite 'Ya
Arhamar Rahimin' in abundance. The same should also be recited if one is in any
difficulty pertaining to debt, children, not being able to get married or even for
trouble from enemies. In this case, one should recite durood shareef at the
beginning, then recite 'Ya Arhamar Rahimin' 500 (five hundred) times, and read
durood shareef at the end again. Insha Allah one's problems will end within 40
days. It is narrated in a hadith that when a person says 'Ya Arhamar Rahmin',
Allah Ta'ala sends an angel to the reciter, to ask what he wants as Allah's special
mercies are directed upon him. Thus, by reading this wazifa, one's anger also
cools down, while worldly tasks too get accomplished. If one cannot read it 500
(five hundred) times, read only 111 times, and if this also proves difficult, then
read it seventy (70) times only. If not 70 then 7, and if not 7 then 3 and if not 3,
then one only. Allah's name is so powerful and great that by reciting it even just
once with love and sincerity, one will derive great benefits. What can be more
easy, than this. Only a lazy person would refuse to do even this much. Once
Hazrat Thanwi (RA) wrote to my spiritual guide, Moulana Abdul Ghani Phoolpuri
(RA) that he should recite Darûd-e-Tunjina 70 times, to which Moulana Abdul
14. Ghani Saheb replied that it will be difficult for him as he teaches 16 lessons, and
therefore gets every tired. Hazrat Thanwi (RA) wrote back and advised him to
then recite it only 7 times, as for every one durood Allah Ta'ala promises ten in
return, so in this manner he will get the reward of 70. Some elders have also
prescribed the recitals of "Wal Kazimeenal Ghaiz" 7 times and blow it in water.
Drink this water for cooling one's anger. The reading of durood shareef is also
very beneficial against anger. At the time of anger, one should recite "Aûzobilla"
in full. However, do first look to your left and right because nowadays people will
fight or even kill you for reading "Aûzûbillah" upon their anger. They may think
that you are referring to them as a shaytan by reciting the ta'awuz, whereas it is
actually recited in order to seek protection in Allah from the accursed devil. Alas!
there is no cure for ignorance. Similarly, "La howla wala quwwata illah billah"
too has a special effect. By reading it in abundance one attains taufiq (ability) to
make amal (performance of good deeds). The words "Lahowla" mean that there
is no power to stay away from sins, and "wala quwwata" means that there is no
power to do good. "Illah-billah" means, except with the help of Allah. Thus, by
reciting this wazifa one attains the treasure of "taufiq", for it is a treasure from
the treasures of Jannah. The Blessings of Lahowla Wala Quwwata...
Muhaddithin have written in the commentary of "La howla" that by means of its
recitation one attains the taufiq of staying away from sins and the initiative
towards the doing of good deeds, thereby finally reaching Jannah. Jannah has two
treasures, i.e., the performance of good deeds and abstention from sins. Both will
be attained by reciting "La howla". If perchance one feels an urge towards
sinning, one should immediately recite "Lahowla wala quwwata illah billah", but
should anyone overhear you reading these words, you may fall into trouble, as
they may think that you have called them shaytan, these being the customary
words used against shaytan. People, usually fight over this, which is purely
childish. People do not know the meaning of "La howla" so they think that they
are being sworn at. One should not take offence upon hearing these words as this
is a wazifa for invoking Allah's help. Now, coming back to the subject of "Anger"
one should forgive the mistakes of others by thinking of Allah's mercy for His
creation. Would we not want Allah to have mercy upon us and forgive us on the
day of Judgement? Therefore, we should also overlook and forgive the mistakes
of Allah's servants today, so that we too can secure His forgiveness tomorrow.
One of the signs of the pious servants of Allah is that they go through some
difficulties themselves but refrain from causing difficulties to others. Who are the
pious servants of Allah (Abrar)? They are those who would not even harm an ant,
and when they witness the disobedience of Allah taking place, they are greatly
displeased and pained. These are the two signs of Allah's pious servants. We
should make sure that no harm comes to anybody from outside, especially in the
state of anger which can be so overpowering that one may badly hurt another.
Usually, the strong thrive upon the weak by giving vent to their anger on the
latter, but when a stronger person comes along then ones anger cools off very
fast!! Someone said to Dr Abdulhay's son, Dr Hassan, that in the state of anger, he
becomes mad. Doctor Saheb laughed at this and said: "Anger is a shrewd thing, it
is not mad, because when one stronger than the angry one comes along with a
gun or knife in his hand, then the angry one quickly comes to his senses and runs
for his life! Allah's special servants control themselves even in the state of anger.
How powerful was Hazrat Musa (AS). The Quran states that the Qibti (Coptic)
15. died by just one punch of Musa (AS). Once Allah Ta'ala commanded Hazrat Musa
(AS) to strike his stick upon a rock. The rock broke into two and from within it
came out a tiny little insect with a green leaf in its mouth, eating its sustenance.
Yet there was no hole in the rock for it to have come out to look for its food. Here
Allah Ta'ala was showing Musa (AS) how He sustains His creation. The above
incident is recorded in the commentary of the verse "Wa ma min dabatin," in
Ruhul Ma'ani by Allamah Aloosi. Razzaq: A thought had once come to the mind
of Hazrat Musa (AS) that how does Allah Ta'ala sustain His creation, upon which
he was shown this insect inside the rock. This should not be construed as a doubt
in the heart of Musa (AS), for the Iman of the Ambiya (AS) is perfect. When the
insect emerged from the rock, it was reciting a wazifa which meant, "purity
belongs to Allah who is watching me and who knows my place of living. He
remembers me and does not forget to sustain me." Once Hazrat Musa (AS)'s lamb
ran away from the flock. Musa (AS) ran behind it for miles in order to catch it,
and in the process hurt his feet over thorns till they were bleeding. The same
thing also happened to the lamb, until it finally stood at one place, breathing
heavily, unable to run any more. Hazrat Musa (AS) caught the tired little animal
and instead of being angry at it, tears flowed out of his eyes as he consoled the
animal saying: "O sheep, if you did not feel sorry for Musa, at least you should
have pitied yourself. Why did you put yourself into so much trouble?" Before
removing the thorns from his own feet, Hazrat Musa (AS) first removed the
thorns from the sheep, then rubbed and pressed its legs, lifted it up onto his
shoulders and carried it back to its flock. Imagine what we would have done to
the animal if it had caused us so much trouble and pain. Perhaps we would have
beaten the poor animal or even slaughtered it. But what did Musa (AS) do? He
showed no sign of anger, instead he showed great mercy for the weak creation of
Allah Ta'ala. Imam Fakhroodin Razi (RA) writes that the malaika said to Allah, "O
Allah! this person is worthy of becoming a Prophet because of his qualities of
tolerance and patience . O Allah! do make him a Prophet." (This incident took
place before Musa (AS) was given prophethood). Allah Ta'ala replied: "I have
already chosen him to be my Prophet." Those from whom Allah has destined
high stages, He imbues them with noble qualities and strength of tolerance. It is
not right that in a slight fit of anger one becomes mad. Rasulullah Sallallahu
alaihi wasallam said: "A strong man is not one who pushes down another, but a
strong man is one who controls his anger." A villager who had newly accepted
Islam and did not know the etiquettes of the musjid, once entered the masjid and
began to urinate inside it. The Sahaba (RA) ran to stop him, but Rasulullah
Sallallahu alaihi wasallam stopped them, saying that they should let him first
finish. When he had finished, Rasullullah Sallallahu alaihi wasallam called him
and spoke to him most kindly, explaining that masajids are for the performance
of namaz, the zikr of Allah, tilawat of the Quran, and as such they should be kept
clean. It is bad to dirty or pollute places of worship. Nabi Sallallahu alaihi
wasallam told him to bring a bucket of water, throw it over the urine and wash
the place. Moulana Sayyid Sulaiman Nadwi (RA) writes about an English
historian who has written: "I have not seen anyone more tolerant, patient and
enduring than the Prophet of the Muslims. Although I do not believe in him
personally, yet I am amazed at his perfect intelligence and sound planning, thus
saving the whole masjid from becoming impure. Anyone would become mad
with anger if he witnesses such disrespect to a sacred place, but the Prophet of
16. Islam acted with such wisdom and sound planning. Actually, it was the best
cause of action to take at that time, meaning to let him continue messing at one
spot only, for had they chased him, he would have run all over the place thus
polluting the entire musjid. Rasulullah's Sallallahu alaihi wasallam method of
correction saved much trouble where only a small space in the masjid became
impure and was easily washed out. This incident proves that tolerance is truly a
noble quality. Such a backward nation attained high stages by the blessed
companionship of Nabi Kareem Sallallahu alaihi wasallam. How well Akbar
Ilahabadi writes: "Your eloquence has changed drops into a sea, the heart has
attained sight. Those who were not on the straight path, later became guides for
others. What a spiritual sight you had, which gave life to the dead." Tolerance:
Hazrat Umar (RA) was a khalifah for ten and half years. Christian rulers quivered
with awe and fear at the very mention of his name. One day he addressed himself
thus: "O Umar! you were grazing camels once, but today you rule as the
commander of the faithful (Amirul Mu'minin). This is all due to the blessings of
the chief of the Ambiya Mohammadur Rasûlullah Sallallahu alaihi wasallam. Once
someone asked him about his anger to which he replied: "Before my conversion,
my anger was directed against Islam, now it is directed against the kuffar. I now
honour even a Muslim of low birth and lineage. Humility: Hazrat Bilal (RA) was
a negro slave, and of very dark complexion, but Hazrat Umar (RA) used to call
him: "O my chief Bilal! Just imagine, an individual from the leaders of the
Quraish, a respectable and beloved vazeer (minister) of a Nabi is addressing a
negro slave as "O my chief!" Rasulullah Sallallahu alaihi wasallam's two vazeers
were such that he Sallallahu alaihi wasallam sought advice from them even in the
late hours of the night. They were Hazrat Abu Bakr and Hazrat Umar (RA). One
day, by mistake, Hazrat Umar (RA) said to Hazrat Bilal (RA): "You are dark
complexioned." He immediately realized his mistake and was extremely sorry for
uttering such words. He lied down on the ground and asked Hazrat Bilal (RA) to
walk on his body so that Umar's mistake can be forgiven on the day of Qiyamah.
Hazrat Bilal (RA) refused to walk on his body, saying: "You are beloved to Allah's
Nabi Sallallahu alaihi wasallam and are also his father-in-law. Your daughter is
the wife of Nabi Sallallahu alaihi wasallam and the mother of the ummah. How
can I place my feet on your sacred body? I have forgiven you for the sake of
Allah." Once during the days of his khilafat, a thought came to Hazrat Umar's
mind, that he was the khalifah of the Muslims. This was not pride, but just a
thought, yet having become perturbed at this thought, Hazrat Umar (RA)
immediately picked up a water bag and slung it over his shoulders. Having
walked out of his house, he knocked at the door of a poor Muslim and served that
water to them. Who is doing this? None other than the commander of the
Muslims, holding the reigns of leadership, the righteous khalifa, Hazrat Umar
Farûq (RA). Why did he act in this way? It was for the sole purpose of
annihilating his ego. This was the way of our pious elders that through self-
training, they annihilated themselves. I am relating these incidents concerning
anger to show you the signs of the accepted servants of Allah. They were such
that if they committed a mistake, they would immediately ask for forgiveness
and would not hesitate in resorting to istighfar and repentance. If istighfar is
beneficial to the kuffar even, then why will it not benefit the Muslims. When the
kuffar used to make tawaf, they used to say: "O Allah, forgive us", upon which
Allah revealed an ayat in the Qur'an, concerning the kuffar - "O Nabi! Until you
17. are in the midst of the kuffar, I will not punish them." Another ayat says: "Allah
will not punish them as long as they make istighfar." Hakimul Ummat Moulana
Thanwi (RA) explains the commentary of this ayat in his Bayanul Qur'an: "These
glad tidings for the kuffar only pertain to this world. No punishment will come
upon them as long as they repent (make istighfar) - but they will have no
salvation in the hereafter because of not having Iman. Hazrat Ali (RA) says: "O
Muslims, O Companions of Rasullullah Sallallahu alaihi wasallam and the Tabi'in,
listen! In this verse Allah Ta'ala has sent two means of safety from His
punishment. The first one has already left us i.e. Rasullullah Sallallahu alaihi
wasallam while the second cause of safety is still with us, which is istighfar
[taubah]. If you seek forgiveness from Allah and cry unto Him, then you will
surely be saved from His punishment. Whoever commits a sin, should
immediately perform two rakats of salatul tauba and repent sincerely i.e. make
istighfar, for it becomes haram for the fire of Jahannum to burn those parts that
have been touched by one's tears of repentance. Allah Ta'ala is most benevolent,
surely when He sends one limb into Jannah, then He will send the rest of the
body also to the same place. It is unbecoming of His benevolence that he saves
only His servant's face from the fire, while He allows the rest of the body to enter
it (the fire). Therefore, if we have sinned, we should immediately repent to Allah,
and if we have not fulfilled the rights of His servants then we should ask pardon
of them. It will be of no use asking Allah's forgiveness when we have usurped the
wealth of His servant. This sin will not be forgiven until the wealth is returned to
its rightful owner. Similarly if we have hurt or harmed anyone by our tongue or
hands, then secure forgiveness from them here, otherwise we will be sorry for
our actions on the day of Qiyamah. We should always be alert, and on guard that
anger should not overpower us. If the anger in oneself has to be put to use, then
use it against the nafs [self], e.g. if one feels an urge to see something forbidden,
then at this juncture one should use one's anger at the eyes by keeping them
under control. Tell yourself quite firmly that you will certainly not allow them
(the eyes) to look at a forbidden thing, even if this should cause your death. Do
make this intention solely for the sake of Allah. At the time of Jihad, one may use
one's anger when confronting the enemy. We should seek advice from our pious
elders on the beneficial use of anger. Finally I would like to say that the best way
of reforming the nafs [self] is to connect oneself to a pious, god-fearing person.
We should keep informing him about our condition and thereafter act according
to his advice. Soon we will see the result of our endeavour and will start
reforming ourselves in a short period of time. Dua (Supplication): Now let us
make dua to Allah Ta'ala that he blesses us with taufiq to act upon all that has
been said. O Allah! Accept all that has been said, through Your mercies. O Allah!
Make me and all the listeners Your beloved ones. O Allah! You alone have given
me the taufiq to use my tongue for imparting Your message, and You alone have
given the listeners taufiq to use their ears for listening to Your message. O Allah!
You are most benevolent, if You have accepted our tongue and ears then surely
You will accept our whole body, our hearts and also our souls. O Allah! join us
with Your friends and the honest people. O Allah! reform our character and bless
us with cleanliness of the heart. Save us from all calamities, problems, sorrows
and grief. O Allah! Bless us with peace and give us a life of being in Your pleasure
all the time. O Allah! All those who intend going for Haj, make it easy for them
and bless them with an accepted Haj. O Allah! bless people with the hidayat and
18. understanding of performing their haj before death overtakes them, so that they
may not fall under the category of those dying as Jews or Christians. O Allah!
Please accept these duas of ours. Ameen.