[Slideshare] akhlaq-batch#5-(aug-2016-intake) -lesson-lesson #9(a)-guidance-from-al-qur;an- and-night-devotions-(30-november-2016)

““INTRODUCTION TO THE STUDYINTRODUCTION TO THE STUDY
OF ‘OF ‘ILM -AL-AKHLAQILM -AL-AKHLAQ ””
Intermediate Level Islamic course in English for AdultsIntermediate Level Islamic course in English for Adults
conducted by Ustaz Zhulkeflee Hj Ismailconducted by Ustaz Zhulkeflee Hj Ismail
IN THE NAME OF ALLAH,IN THE NAME OF ALLAH,
MOST COMPASSIONATE,MOST COMPASSIONATE,
MOST MERCIFUL.MOST MERCIFUL.
“Verily! You (Muhammad) are upon the
most exalted (Khuluq) disposition.”
INTRODUCTION TO THE STUDY OFINTRODUCTION TO THE STUDY OF
‘‘ILM AL-AKHLAQILM AL-AKHLAQ
Using text & curriculum he has developed especially forUsing text & curriculum he has developed especially for
Muslim converts and young Adult English-speaking Muslims.Muslim converts and young Adult English-speaking Muslims.
““To seek knowledge is obligatory upon every Muslim (male & female)”To seek knowledge is obligatory upon every Muslim (male & female)”
UPDATED ON 30 NOVEMBER 2016All Rights Reserved© Zhulkeflee Hj Ismail (2016)
Batch #5 – August 2016ADDITIONAL NIGHTLY DEVOTION
( FOLLOWING WAYS OF THE BA-’ALAWIY )
“GUIDANCE FROM THE QUR’AN”
LESSON # 9 (a)LESSON # 9 (a)

FROM PREVIOUS LESSONFROM PREVIOUS LESSON
All Rights Reserved © Zhulkeflee Hj Ismail (2016))

““ You have indeed in the Messenger of Allah (ProphetYou have indeed in the Messenger of Allah (Prophet
Muhammad s.a.w.) a beautiful pattern (of conduct) forMuhammad s.a.w.) a beautiful pattern (of conduct) for
anyone whose hope is in Allah and the Final Day, and whoanyone whose hope is in Allah and the Final Day, and who
engages much in the praise of Allah. “engages much in the praise of Allah. “
((Qur’an: al-Ahzab: 33: 21Qur’an: al-Ahzab: 33: 21))

””And thou (O Muhammad, standest) on anAnd thou (O Muhammad, standest) on an
exalted standard of character (disposition).”exalted standard of character (disposition).”
((Qur’an: al-Qalam: 68:Qur’an: al-Qalam: 68: 4)4)

(When) ‘A-isha r.a. was asked as to the Prophet’s(When) ‘A-isha r.a. was asked as to the Prophet’s
s.a.a.w. disposition (s.a.a.w. disposition (akhlaqakhlaq) she replied:) she replied:
((Hadith narrated by Abu Dawud and MuslimHadith narrated by Abu Dawud and Muslim)
““(His nature or disposition) is the Qur’an”.(His nature or disposition) is the Qur’an”.

TO CONTINUE THIS LESSON # 9 [a] –TO CONTINUE THIS LESSON # 9 [a] –
Akhlaq al-Kareemah (the noble disposition-nature) can be
Nurtured and formed by consistent practice emulating
the life of our Prophet Muhammad

"Do good deeds properly, sincerely and moderately
and know that your deeds will not make you enter
Paradise, and that the most beloved deed to Allah is
the most regular and constant (AD-WA-MUHA) even
if it were little (WA-IN-QAL-LA).”
(Hadith reported by Bukhary)

EXCERPTS FROM:
LESSONS ON ISLAMICLESSONS ON ISLAMIC
CONCEPT OF ADABCONCEPT OF ADAB
By: Ustaz Zhulkeflee Hj IsmailBy: Ustaz Zhulkeflee Hj Ismail
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““Say [O Prophet]: "If you love Allah, follow me, [and] Allah willSay [O Prophet]: "If you love Allah, follow me, [and] Allah will
love you and forgive you your sins; for Allah is much-forgiving, alove you and forgive you your sins; for Allah is much-forgiving, a
dispenser of grace.”dispenser of grace.”
((Qur’an: Aali ‘Imran: 3: 31Qur’an: Aali ‘Imran: 3: 31))
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““Without doubt, among men, the nearest of kin to Abraham, areWithout doubt, among men, the nearest of kin to Abraham, are
those who follow him, as are also this Prophet (Muhammad) andthose who follow him, as are also this Prophet (Muhammad) and
those who believe: And Allah is the Protector of those who havethose who believe: And Allah is the Protector of those who have
faith.”faith.”
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““All who obey Allah and the Messenger are in theAll who obey Allah and the Messenger are in the
company of those on whom is the Grace of Allah― of thecompany of those on whom is the Grace of Allah― of the
((NabiyeenNabiyeen) Prophets (who teach), the () Prophets (who teach), the (SiddiqeenSiddiqeen) sincere) sincere
(lovers of Truth), the ((lovers of Truth), the (ShuhadahShuhadah) witnesses (who testify),) witnesses (who testify),
and the (and the (SwoliheenSwoliheen) Righteous (who do good): ah! How a) Righteous (who do good): ah! How a
beautiful fellowship!beautiful fellowship!
Such is the Bounty from Allah: and sufficient is it thatSuch is the Bounty from Allah: and sufficient is it that
Allah knows all.”Allah knows all.”
((Qur’an: an-Nisa: 4: 69-70Qur’an: an-Nisa: 4: 69-70))
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Say: "If your fathers and your sons and your brothers andSay: "If your fathers and your sons and your brothers and
your spouses and your clan, and the worldly goods whichyour spouses and your clan, and the worldly goods which
you have acquired, and the commerce whereof you fear ayou have acquired, and the commerce whereof you fear a
decline, and the dwellings in which you take pleasure - [ifdecline, and the dwellings in which you take pleasure - [if
all these]all these] are dearer to you than Allah and His Messengerare dearer to you than Allah and His Messenger
and the struggle in His cause,and the struggle in His cause, then wait until Allah makesthen wait until Allah makes
manifest His will; and [know that] Allah does not gracemanifest His will; and [know that] Allah does not grace
iniquitous folk with His guidance.“iniquitous folk with His guidance.“
((Qur’an: Taubah: 9: 24Qur’an: Taubah: 9: 24))

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““None of you is a (true) believer until he loves me moreNone of you is a (true) believer until he loves me more
than he love his own self, or his parent, or his son, orthan he love his own self, or his parent, or his son, or
every other human being.”every other human being.”
((Hadith reported by Bukhary and MuslimHadith reported by Bukhary and Muslim))

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““(Strive to) Love Allah, Who has bestowed much provision and favours(Strive to) Love Allah, Who has bestowed much provision and favours
upon you. And (strive to) love me because of your love for Allah. Andupon you. And (strive to) love me because of your love for Allah. And
(strive to) love my Household (family) because of your love for me.”(strive to) love my Household (family) because of your love for me.”
((Hadith reported by al-Hakim from Ibnu ‘Abbas r.aHadith reported by al-Hakim from Ibnu ‘Abbas r.a.).)

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““Whosoever loves Allah (shall have to) love the Qur’an. Whosoever lovesWhosoever loves Allah (shall have to) love the Qur’an. Whosoever loves
the Qur’an (shall have to) love me. Whosoever loves me, (shall have to)the Qur’an (shall have to) love me. Whosoever loves me, (shall have to)
love my Companions and my family (i.e. those who are close in kinshiplove my Companions and my family (i.e. those who are close in kinship
with me).”with me).”
((Hadith reported by ad-DailamyHadith reported by ad-Dailamy))

““O Allah! Grant us the love for You, and the love for YourO Allah! Grant us the love for You, and the love for Your
Messenger Muhammad s.a.w., and the love towards whoeverMessenger Muhammad s.a.w., and the love towards whoever
has love for You, and make us to love doing every deeds whichhas love for You, and make us to love doing every deeds which
can bring us towards Your Nearness, and make us to love Youcan bring us towards Your Nearness, and make us to love You
more than our love for cool (drinking) water.”more than our love for cool (drinking) water.”

““O YOU who have attained to faith! Remain consciousO YOU who have attained to faith! Remain conscious
of Allah, and be among those who are true to theirof Allah, and be among those who are true to their
word (word (SWO-DI-QEENSWO-DI-QEEN)!”)!”
((Qur’an: Taubah: 9: 119Qur’an: Taubah: 9: 119))
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“With all this, it is not desirable that all of the believers
take the field [in time of war]. From within every group
in their midst, some shall refrain from going forth to
war, and shall devote themselves [instead] to acquiring
a deeper knowledge of the Faith (LIYA TAFAQ-QAHU-
FID-DEEN). and [thus be able to] teach their home-
coming brethren, so that these [too] might guard
themselves against evil.”
(Qur’an: Taubah: 9: 122)
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 ““Imitating (or copying, emulating someone) is the sincerest form ofImitating (or copying, emulating someone) is the sincerest form of
flattery (praiseflattery (praise)!” is an English proverb.)!” is an English proverb.
 It reveals an obvious truth which we should consider, whether weIt reveals an obvious truth which we should consider, whether we
have acted truthfully and sincerely, when we regard our Prophethave acted truthfully and sincerely, when we regard our Prophet
Muhammad s.a.w. as the most beloved and best of Allah’s creationMuhammad s.a.w. as the most beloved and best of Allah’s creation
((KHAYR-AL-KHAL-QIL-LAHKHAYR-AL-KHAL-QIL-LAH).).
 He, whose name is “He, whose name is “the praised onethe praised one”, indeed is praised by Allah,”, indeed is praised by Allah,
Who is the Creator of every creation:Who is the Creator of every creation:
““And thou (Muhammad) standest on an exalted standard of character.”And thou (Muhammad) standest on an exalted standard of character.”
((Qur’an: Qalam: 68: 4Qur’an: Qalam: 68: 4))
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 NoteNote: Therefore ultimately it is in the Prophet Muhammad’s noble: Therefore ultimately it is in the Prophet Muhammad’s noble
AKHLAQAKHLAQ that we must strive to imitate and instil in ourselves.that we must strive to imitate and instil in ourselves.
 Yet, mere outward conformity alone can lead to hypocrisy (Yet, mere outward conformity alone can lead to hypocrisy (NIFAQNIFAQ))
or ostentatious (or ostentatious (RIYARIYA ’’) or even conceit () or even conceit (‘UJUB‘UJUB). We seek refuge in). We seek refuge in
Allah s.w.t. from being afflicted by these evil traits.Allah s.w.t. from being afflicted by these evil traits.
 The inner cleansing (The inner cleansing (TAZKIYYA AL-NAFSTAZKIYYA AL-NAFS ) and constancy) and constancy
((ISTIQOMAHISTIQOMAH) in striving () in striving (MUJAHADAHMUJAHADAH), with seeking Allah’s), with seeking Allah’s
TAUFIQTAUFIQ and Guidance, is crucial. Thus, apart from having correctand Guidance, is crucial. Thus, apart from having correct
belief (belief (AQEEDAHAQEEDAH)), conforming with correct, conforming with correct ‘‘AMALIYYAHAMALIYYAH (outward(outward
deeds) we also require inculcation of noble disposition (deeds) we also require inculcation of noble disposition (AKHLAQAKHLAQ
AL-KAREEMAAL-KAREEMA ).).
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 As in every Islamic religious sciences (As in every Islamic religious sciences (’ULUM AL-DEEN’ULUM AL-DEEN) viz.) viz.
QUR’AN, QIRA’AT, AHADITH, FIQH, AQEEDAH, SEERAHQUR’AN, QIRA’AT, AHADITH, FIQH, AQEEDAH, SEERAH, etc. which, etc. which
can be traced and linked to unbroken chains of transmitterscan be traced and linked to unbroken chains of transmitters
((ISNADISNAD) back to the Prophet s.a.a.w. so too is the imperative in) back to the Prophet s.a.a.w. so too is the imperative in
mattersmatters of spiritual practicesof spiritual practices – the traditional methodology.– the traditional methodology.
 And thus at the stage of development termed variously asAnd thus at the stage of development termed variously as
TAZKIYYATUN NUFUSTAZKIYYATUN NUFUS, or, or TASAWWUFTASAWWUF oror AKHLAQAKHLAQ, which is, which is thethe
practice of Islam at the level ofpractice of Islam at the level of IIHHSANSAN – one preferably needs to be– one preferably needs to be
“upon the spiritual way or practices”“upon the spiritual way or practices”, linked through examples of, linked through examples of
practices of righteous scholars, which has an unbroken chain ofpractices of righteous scholars, which has an unbroken chain of
transmission back to the Prophet s.a.w. termed as “transmission back to the Prophet s.a.w. termed as “ TARIQAHTARIQAH “.“.
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ADVICE FROM MY PARENT, TEACHERS AND PREDECESSORS *
“And those Foremost (in Faith) will be Foremost (in the Hereafter).
These will be those Nearest to Allah (al-Muqor-rabun):In Gardens
of Bliss: A number of people from those of old, and a few from
those of later times.”
(Qur’an: al-Waqi-’ah: 56: 10-14)
 There is a special type ofThere is a special type of TARIQAHTARIQAH,, only for those elites referred to as theonly for those elites referred to as the
““Al-Muqor-rabunAl-Muqor-rabun””, but these people are extremely rare today as, but these people are extremely rare today as
mentioned:mentioned:
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 Even at the time ofEven at the time of Imam al-Habib ‘Abdullah ibn ‘Alwi al-HaddadImam al-Habib ‘Abdullah ibn ‘Alwi al-Haddad
(rhm.a), he realizes that every Muslim should be upon a(rhm.a), he realizes that every Muslim should be upon a generalgeneral
type oftype of TARIQAHTARIQAH, which is inclusive and for the general Muslims –, which is inclusive and for the general Muslims –
unlike the specialisedunlike the specialised TURUQTURUQ (plural of(plural of TariqahTariqah) that requires) that requires
‘‘Bai-’atBai-’at ’ (personalised investiture), etc. before being allowed to’ (personalised investiture), etc. before being allowed to
practice itspractice its AwradAwrad andand DzikrDzikr..
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 Regarded as aRegarded as a MUJADDIDMUJADDID of theof the Ba-’AlawiBa-’Alawi of his timeof his time, Imam al-, Imam al-
Habib ‘Abdullah bin ‘Alwi al-HaddadHabib ‘Abdullah bin ‘Alwi al-Haddad incorporated within theincorporated within the
teachings and practices of Islam whichteachings and practices of Islam which BANI ’ALAWYBANI ’ALAWY scholarsscholars
spread (especially in the Nusantara) , all the three components ofspread (especially in the Nusantara) , all the three components of
AQEEDA-FIQH-TASAWWUFAQEEDA-FIQH-TASAWWUF..
 RegardingRegarding AQEEDAHAQEEDAH – in following the– in following the MadzhabMadzhab ofof Imam AbulImam Abul
Hassan al-’Ash-’aryHassan al-’Ash-’ary; and; and FIQHFIQH ofof Madzhab Imam Ash-Shafi-’ieMadzhab Imam Ash-Shafi-’ie,,
incorporating some practices unique to theincorporating some practices unique to the Ahlul-BaytAhlul-Bayt..
 While inWhile in TASAWWUFTASAWWUF, actually it already provides a, actually it already provides a TARIQAHTARIQAH, but, but
of the general type, which has been consistently butof the general type, which has been consistently but
‘unconsciously’ and inconspicuously practiced for generations since‘unconsciously’ and inconspicuously practiced for generations since
then.then.
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 To differentiate thisTo differentiate this TARIQAHTARIQAH from the specialisesfrom the specialises TURUQTURUQ, he, he
termed it as the way or the “termed it as the way or the “TARIQAH - AHLUL-YAMEENTARIQAH - AHLUL-YAMEEN”.”.
 is a methodology involving spiritual practicesis a methodology involving spiritual practices
ofof Dzikr, Wirid, Du’a, SulukDzikr, Wirid, Du’a, Suluk, etc. - practiced with supervision, etc. - practiced with supervision
or guidance of an accomplished teacher who serves asor guidance of an accomplished teacher who serves as
MursheedMursheed (Guide).(Guide).
 For generations our ‘Ulama in Nusantara have been fulfillingFor generations our ‘Ulama in Nusantara have been fulfilling
this role – without need to use the termthis role – without need to use the term TARIQAHTARIQAH, even., even.
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A ‘A ‘TARIQAHTARIQAH’’

 As many of these practices in thisAs many of these practices in this ““TARIQAH - AHLUL-YAMEENTARIQAH - AHLUL-YAMEEN”, or”, or
““TARIQAH BA-’ALAWYTARIQAH BA-’ALAWY”,”, are already supported with basis fromare already supported with basis from
authenticated sources from the Prophet s.a.w. , and fromauthenticated sources from the Prophet s.a.w. , and from
established practices of well-known ‘Ulama for generations byestablished practices of well-known ‘Ulama for generations by
generations of practitioners, it can be followed by all Muslims,generations of practitioners, it can be followed by all Muslims,
even without the personalised “even without the personalised “Bai-’atBai-’at”, unlike in other”, unlike in other TURUQTURUQ..
 Thus we find in this region, that the Muslims here already practicesThus we find in this region, that the Muslims here already practices
almost similar if not identical spiritual exercises viz.almost similar if not identical spiritual exercises viz. Awrad, Dzikr’,Awrad, Dzikr’,
Du’a, Ratib, HizbDu’a, Ratib, Hizb, etc. from how Islam was taught for several, etc. from how Islam was taught for several
generations - without any fanfare avoiding ostentation.generations - without any fanfare avoiding ostentation.
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““For theFor the companions of the Right Handcompanions of the Right Hand..
A (goodly) number from those of old ―A (goodly) number from those of old ―
AndAnd a (goodly) number from those of later times.”a (goodly) number from those of later times.”
((Qur’an: al-Waqi-’ah: 56: 38-40Qur’an: al-Waqi-’ah: 56: 38-40))
 Thus, with humility, we are taught to strive upon this so as to beThus, with humility, we are taught to strive upon this so as to be
included amongst those referred to as theincluded amongst those referred to as the ““AS-AS-HHAABUL-YAMEENAABUL-YAMEEN””
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In fact, he,In fact, he, Qutb-al-Irshaad wa Da’wah Habib ‘Abdullah bi ‘Alawi al-Qutb-al-Irshaad wa Da’wah Habib ‘Abdullah bi ‘Alawi al-
HaddadHaddad gave us the Path ofgave us the Path of Ba-’AlawiyBa-’Alawiy ((Tariqah Ahlil YaminTariqah Ahlil Yamin) – the path) – the path
of ourof our SaadatSaadat (noble Elders) whose sign is :(noble Elders) whose sign is :
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““to remove all signsto remove all signs ” of it being a” of it being a TariqahTariqah **
** Although this way of “Ahlil-Yamin” is with spiritual link (sanad)Although this way of “Ahlil-Yamin” is with spiritual link (sanad) from its founder:from its founder:
al-Imam al-Faqih al-Muqaddam Muhammad bin ‘Ali Ba-’Alawial-Imam al-Faqih al-Muqaddam Muhammad bin ‘Ali Ba-’Alawi - ofof
Hadramawt, YemenHadramawt, Yemen (653 H /1232 CE), and then connected continuously with ancontinuously with an
unbrokenunbroken chain of teachers/masters / elders all from amongst the descendantschain of teachers/masters / elders all from amongst the descendants
ofof ourour Prophet Muhammad s.a.a.w.Prophet Muhammad s.a.a.w.

““And I leave behind me for you all, for clarifying in yourAnd I leave behind me for you all, for clarifying in your
affairs (of this religion), whosoever holdfast to them shallaffairs (of this religion), whosoever holdfast to them shall
never be led astray – (these are) thenever be led astray – (these are) the Book of AllahBook of Allah andand
thethe SunnahSunnah (Way or tradition) of His Messenger.”(Way or tradition) of His Messenger.”
((From Sermon reported by Ibnu Hisham in his “Seerah”From Sermon reported by Ibnu Hisham in his “Seerah”))
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““Verily, I am leaving behind me for you all, whosoeverVerily, I am leaving behind me for you all, whosoever
clings to them shall never be astray after this till theclings to them shall never be astray after this till the
hereafter :-the Book of Allah - the rope stretched fromhereafter :-the Book of Allah - the rope stretched from
heaven to the earth;heaven to the earth;
and my ‘and my ‘itrahitrah’ [progeny] from’ [progeny] from my Household (AHLI-BAYTI)my Household (AHLI-BAYTI)––
These two will never be separated from each other until theyThese two will never be separated from each other until they
return upon the Pool (in Paradise).return upon the Pool (in Paradise).
See that you do not differ from (the guidance of) these twoSee that you do not differ from (the guidance of) these two
after me.”after me.”
((Hadith reported by TirmidziHadith reported by Tirmidzi))
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““Every children of Adam’s lineage is from their father., except forEvery children of Adam’s lineage is from their father., except for
Fatimah. I am the father for them (Fatimah’s children) and (to me isFatimah. I am the father for them (Fatimah’s children) and (to me is
linked their descendants’) lineage. ”linked their descendants’) lineage. ”
((Sheikh Muhammad Abduh narrated in his TafsirSheikh Muhammad Abduh narrated in his Tafsir
regarding Surah al-An-;am : 84 this Hadith.)regarding Surah al-An-;am : 84 this Hadith.)

AHMAD AL-MUHAJIR‘ISAMUHAMMAD
IMAM ‘ALI AL-URAIDHI IMAM JA’FAR SODIQ IMAM MUHAMMAD AL-BAQIR
IMAM ‘ALI ZEIN AL-’ABIDIN
IMAM ‘ALI BIN ABI TOLIB
IMAM HUSSAYN
FATIMAH AL-ZAHRA’
MUHAMMAD (RASULULLAH) S.A.A.W.
THE LINEAGE OF A BRANCH OF
“AHLIL-BAYT NABIY”
WHICH MIGRATED TO
HADRAMAWT
(YEMEN)
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AHMAD AL-MUHAJIR ‘Ubaydullah ‘Alwi Muhammad
‘Alwi
‘Ali
(Khali’ Qasam)
Muhammad
(Shohib Mirbat)
‘Alwi
Abdul Malik
Descent lineage to Wali Songo
THE LINEAGE OF THE
BA-’ALAWI OF HADRAMAWT
( AND THE ISLAMIZATION OF THE NUSANTARA )
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Tomb of Imam Al-Muhajir Ahmad Bin IsaTomb of Imam Al-Muhajir Ahmad Bin Isa
‘Ali
IMAM MUHAMMAD
(al-Faqih al-Muqaddam)
FOUNDER OF TARIQAH ‘ALAWIYYAHFOUNDER OF TARIQAH ‘ALAWIYYAHFOUNDER OF TARIQAH ‘ALAWIYYAHFOUNDER OF TARIQAH ‘ALAWIYYAH

AHMAD AL-MUHAJIR‘ISA ‘Ubaydullah ‘Alwi Muhammad
‘Alwi
‘Ali
(Khali’ Qasam)
Muhammad
(Shohib Mirbat)
‘Ali
IMAM MUHAMMAD
(al-Faqih al-Muqaddam)
‘Alwi
Abdul Malik
MUHAMMAD
IMAM ‘ALI AL-URAIDHI IMAM JA’FAR SODIQ IMAM MUHAMMAD AL-BAQIR
IMAM ‘ALI ZEIN AL-’ABIDIN
IMAM ‘ALI BIN ABI TOLIB
IMAM HUSSAYN
FATIMAH AL-ZAHRA’
MUHAMMAD (RASULULLAH) S.A.A.W.
Descent lineage to Wali Songo
THE LINEAGE OF THE
BA-’ALAWI OF HADRAMAWT
( AND THE ISLAMIZATION OF THE NUSANTARA )
FOUNDER OF TARIQAH ‘ALAWIYYAHFOUNDER OF TARIQAH ‘ALAWIYYAHFOUNDER OF TARIQAH ‘ALAWIYYAHFOUNDER OF TARIQAH ‘ALAWIYYAHSHEIKH ABU MADYAN
His other spiritual chain
(silsilah – khirqa)
linked
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AHMAD AL-MUHAJIR
Ibrahim Zeinuddin al-Akbar
(Ibrahim Asmoro – ‘As-Samarqandi’)
Ahmad Rahmatullah
SUNAN AMPEL
Maulana Ishaq‘Ali Murtadho
(RAJA PANDITHA AGUNG)
Maulana ‘Ainul Yaqeen
(Raden Paku)
SUNAN GIRI
(PANDITHA RATU)
Ibrahim
SUNAN BONANG
Hashim
SUNAN DRAJAT
Ja’far Sodiq
SUNAN QUDUS
Jamaluddin Hussain al-Akbar
’Ali Nurul ‘Alam
’Abdullah
Sharif Hidayatullah
SUNAN GUNUNG JATI
Zein al-’Alam Barakat
( SHARIF AWLIYA’ )
Maulana Malik Ibrahim
SUNAN GERISIK
Raden Shahid
SUNAN KALIJAGA
Raden ‘Umar Sa’id
SUNAN MURIA
Son-in-law
Ahmad Jalal Shah ‘Abdullah Khan Abdul Malik ‘Alwi Muhammad
(Shohib Mirbat)
‘Ali
(Khali’ Qasam)‘AlwiMuhammad‘Alwi‘Ubaydullah
Grandfather to Adzamat Khan family of Hind (India)
““Behold! verily on the (Behold! verily on the (AWLIYA’AWLIYA’) friends of Allah) friends of Allah
there is no fear, nor shall they grieve”there is no fear, nor shall they grieve”
((Qur’an: Yunus: 10: 62Qur’an: Yunus: 10: 62))
Sheikh Abdul Jalil B Shaleh B ‘Isa
SHEIKH SITI JENAR
(SHEKH LEMAH ABANG)
his lineage
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(1)(1) knowledge;knowledge;
(2) practice);(2) practice);
(3) religious scrupulousness, piousness;(3) religious scrupulousness, piousness;
(4) reverential fear of Allah; and(4) reverential fear of Allah; and
(5) sincerity.(5) sincerity.
** al-Manhaj as-Sawi syarhu Ushul Thoriiqah as-Saadah Aali Baa 'Alawi"al-Manhaj as-Sawi syarhu Ushul Thoriiqah as-Saadah Aali Baa 'Alawi"
METHODOLOGYMETHODOLOGY : STRIVE TO LIVE UP TO FIVE: STRIVE TO LIVE UP TO FIVE
ESSENTIAL PRINCIPLES (ESSENTIAL PRINCIPLES (USHULUSHUL) IN LIFE.) IN LIFE.
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‘ILM
‘AMAL
WARA’
KHAUF
IKH-LASW

1.1. humility (humility (tawadhu’tawadhu’ ) ,) ,
2.2. inconspicuous (inconspicuous (khumulkhumul ) and) and
3.3. value the unity of the ummah (value the unity of the ummah (ukhuwwahukhuwwah) by not projecting) by not projecting
exclusivity butexclusivity but
4.4. exuding tolerance with wisdom (exuding tolerance with wisdom (tasaamuh wa hikmahtasaamuh wa hikmah),),
5.5. preferringpreferring Utlub-al-’ilmUtlub-al-’ilm,, Da’wahDa’wah,, QudwahQudwah hhasanahasanah,, jihaad fee-sabi-jihaad fee-sabi-
lil-laahlil-laah,, andand
6.6. all based on (all based on (HHub-bun-Nabiyub-bun-Nabiy ) love for the Prophet, his household) love for the Prophet, his household
((Ahlil-Baytin NabiyAhlil-Baytin Nabiy) and those who love them () and those who love them (MuMuhhib-beenib-been))..
Al-Habib ‘Abdullah bin ‘Alawi al-HaddadAl-Habib ‘Abdullah bin ‘Alawi al-Haddad’ ’s advice regarding the ways of’ ’s advice regarding the ways of
our pious predecessors (our pious predecessors (Salafus-solehSalafus-soleh) and) and ‘ulama-al-’amilin‘ulama-al-’amilin, is one of :, is one of :
TASAWWUR ISLAM

 We do not claim exclusivity but rather we hope that we be included byWe do not claim exclusivity but rather we hope that we be included by
Allah SWT into this category mentioned by Him inAllah SWT into this category mentioned by Him in Surah al-Waqi-’ahSurah al-Waqi-’ah..
 This category in fact, is generic which is inclusive and is a preferredThis category in fact, is generic which is inclusive and is a preferred
category than that which were actually coined by people viz. Sunni-category than that which were actually coined by people viz. Sunni-
Shiite,Shiite, Salaf/ KhalafSalaf/ Khalaf, Traditional/Modern, Sufi/non-Sufi, etc., Traditional/Modern, Sufi/non-Sufi, etc.
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 Without doubt there were many from thisWithout doubt there were many from this TARIQAH BA’ALWIYTARIQAH BA’ALWIY whowho
gained elevation into the ranks of “gained elevation into the ranks of “al-Muqor-rabunal-Muqor-rabun”, yet this were”, yet this were
gifts or bestowals from Allah rather than mere claim to being one.gifts or bestowals from Allah rather than mere claim to being one.
 Indeed, they were people who live up to the injunction (motto) :Indeed, they were people who live up to the injunction (motto) :
““Removing all the signs of TariqahRemoving all the signs of Tariqah” by being immersed only in” by being immersed only in
learning, sincerely practicing and spreading the message of Islamlearning, sincerely practicing and spreading the message of Islam
with theirwith their ‘ILM‘ILM,, AKHLAQAKHLAQ andand IHSANIHSAN..
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 And their characteristic of humility and inconspicuousness, usuallyAnd their characteristic of humility and inconspicuousness, usually
shields them from others knowing their spiritual station (shields them from others knowing their spiritual station (MAQOMMAQOM))
with Allah.with Allah.
 Only after their death would some of these “Only after their death would some of these “saintly peoplesaintly people””
sometimes became known.sometimes became known.
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 One of my teachers,One of my teachers, al-Ustaz Syed ‘Abdillah al-Jufrie (al-Ustaz Syed ‘Abdillah al-Jufrie (rhm.a.) once said,rhm.a.) once said,
quoting from his pious and learned predecessors:quoting from his pious and learned predecessors:
““If it is not from amongst theIf it is not from amongst the ‘Ulama‘Ulama,,
where else would the “where else would the “ Awliya of AllahAwliya of Allah ““ to be found?”to be found?”
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 Their characteristics are as mentioned by Allah SWT :Their characteristics are as mentioned by Allah SWT :
““Verily, on theVerily, on the Auliya‘Auliya‘ (friends, allies, saints) of(friends, allies, saints) of
Allah, there is no fear, nor shall they grieve:”Allah, there is no fear, nor shall they grieve:”
((Qur’an: Yunus: 10: 62Qur’an: Yunus: 10: 62))
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 These people are rather known in life as sincere students and scholars ofThese people are rather known in life as sincere students and scholars of
Islam, dedicated to learning, practicing and teaching, serving (Islam, dedicated to learning, practicing and teaching, serving (khidmahkhidmah))
thethe DEENDEEN and theand the UmmahUmmah out of sincere love for Allah , His Messengerout of sincere love for Allah , His Messenger
and theand the Ahlul-Baytin NabiyAhlul-Baytin Nabiy..
 More aspect of this knowledge – of our Islamic tradition and historicalMore aspect of this knowledge – of our Islamic tradition and historical
roots (how we received our Islam) has to still be learnt and appreciated.roots (how we received our Islam) has to still be learnt and appreciated.
WaAllaahu a’-lam.WaAllaahu a’-lam.
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The AttributesThe Attributes
Inherent deep and profound love for Allah andInherent deep and profound love for Allah and
Rasulullah s.a.a.w.Rasulullah s.a.a.w.
‘‘MUROQABAH’ living environmentMUROQABAH’ living environment
Scholastic excellenceScholastic excellence
Accountable on spreading knowledgeAccountable on spreading knowledge
Devout living between hope and fearDevout living between hope and fear
Righteousness deeds take precedenceRighteousness deeds take precedence
Care and love for the well being of humankindCare and love for the well being of humankind
and Allah’s creationand Allah’s creation
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"Taqwa has been transmitted in its entirety, wholly and in
detail, by our forefathers and salaf salih through their
transmitted pattern of behaviour, which is the satisfying
method and the even path, the most secure hand-hold. It is
a clear guiding light, as brilliant as the sun in the midday
sky. It is the path of the Messenger and his rightly guided
successors, which every seeker was commanded to grasp
firmly and securely. It is transmitted through a sound chain
extending up to their grandfather the Messenger, blessings
and peace be upon him.”
Habib Taher Bin Hussein Bin Taher
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-- “The Nearest Path for those Seeking Proximity to God”“The Nearest Path for those Seeking Proximity to God”
Awraad as practiced by Qutb-al-Irshaad al-Imam al-Habib ‘Abdullah ‘Alwi Al-Haddad:Awraad as practiced by Qutb-al-Irshaad al-Imam al-Habib ‘Abdullah ‘Alwi Al-Haddad:
Awraad extracted from:Awraad extracted from:

All praises belongs to Allah, Who has revived us toAll praises belongs to Allah, Who has revived us to
life from our death, and unto Him is our Return.life from our death, and unto Him is our Return.
AL-AL-HHAM-DU – LIL-LAA-HIL – LA-DZEE – AAM-DU – LIL-LAA-HIL – LA-DZEE – AHH – YAA – NA – BA’ –– YAA – NA – BA’ –
DA – MAA – AMAA-TA-NAA – WA – ILAI-HIN – NU –SHUU-RDA – MAA – AMAA-TA-NAA – WA – ILAI-HIN – NU –SHUU-R

All praises belongs to Allah, Who return back to meAll praises belongs to Allah, Who return back to me
my Soul. And make healthy & well (‘afiat) my body.my Soul. And make healthy & well (‘afiat) my body.
AL-AL-HHAM-DU – LIL-LAA-HIL – LA-DZEE – RAD – DA – ‘ALAI-YA –AM-DU – LIL-LAA-HIL – LA-DZEE – RAD – DA – ‘ALAI-YA –
RUU-RUU-HHEE – WA – ‘AA – FAA – NEE – FEE – JA-SA-DEEEE – WA – ‘AA – FAA – NEE – FEE – JA-SA-DEE

And (He) permits me (to be able to engage in)And (He) permits me (to be able to engage in)
remembrance (of Him).remembrance (of Him).
WA – A –DZI -NA – LEE –BI- DZIK-REEWA – A –DZI -NA – LEE –BI- DZIK-REE

All Praises belongs to Allah, Who created for us (ourAll Praises belongs to Allah, Who created for us (our
ability to) sleep and (the ability to then be) awake.ability to) sleep and (the ability to then be) awake.
AL-AL-HHAM-DU-LIL-LAA-HIL – LA-DZEE -AM-DU-LIL-LAA-HIL – LA-DZEE - KHKHO-LA-QAN –O-LA-QAN –
NAU-MA - WAL – YA – QO - ZANAU-MA - WAL – YA – QO - ZA

All Praises belongs to Allah, Who revives meAll Praises belongs to Allah, Who revives me
whole and well.whole and well.
AL-AL-HHAM-DU-LIL-LAA-HIL – LA-DZEE - BA – ‘A – THA – NEEAM-DU-LIL-LAA-HIL – LA-DZEE - BA – ‘A – THA – NEE
SAA – LI –MAN – SA-WEE -YANSAA – LI –MAN – SA-WEE -YAN

I bear witness verily it is Allah Who raise me fromI bear witness verily it is Allah Who raise me from
my death, and He has power over all things.my death, and He has power over all things.
ASH – HA – DU – AN – NALLAA-HA –ASH – HA – DU – AN – NALLAA-HA – YUHYUH – YEEL – MAU –TEE– YEEL – MAU –TEE
WA – HU-WA – ‘ALAA – KUL – LI - SHAY – INQ –QO – DEE-RWA – HU-WA – ‘ALAA – KUL – LI - SHAY – INQ –QO – DEE-R

There is no god but Allah, One without partners, to HimThere is no god but Allah, One without partners, to Him
is the Kingdom, and to Him the Praises, He restores lifeis the Kingdom, and to Him the Praises, He restores life
and He takes it away, and He has power over all things .and He takes it away, and He has power over all things .
LAA – ILAA – HA – IL- LALLAA-HU – WALAA – ILAA – HA – IL- LALLAA-HU – WAHH – DA HU – LAA – SHA –REE – KA– DA HU – LAA – SHA –REE – KA
–LAH, LAHUL –MUL-KU WA-LAHUL ––LAH, LAHUL –MUL-KU WA-LAHUL – HHAMDU – YUAMDU – YUHH – YEE – WA – YU –– YEE – WA – YU –
MEE-TU - WA – HU-WA – ‘ALAA – KUL – LI - SHAY – INQ –QO – DEE-RMEE-TU - WA – HU-WA – ‘ALAA – KUL – LI - SHAY – INQ –QO – DEE-R

Glory be to Allah! And all Praises belongs to Allah! And there isGlory be to Allah! And all Praises belongs to Allah! And there is
no god but Allah! And Allah is the Greatest! And there is nono god but Allah! And Allah is the Greatest! And there is no
power nor strength except in Allah, the Highest, the Most Esteempower nor strength except in Allah, the Highest, the Most Esteem
..
SUB –SUB – HHAA – NALLAAHI – WAL –AA – NALLAAHI – WAL – HHAM – DULIL-LAA-HI – WA-LAA – ILAA – HAAM – DULIL-LAA-HI – WA-LAA – ILAA – HA
– IL- LALLAAHU – WALLAAHU – AKBAR - WA – LAA –– IL- LALLAAHU – WALLAAHU – AKBAR - WA – LAA – HHAU – LA – WA –LAA –AU – LA – WA –LAA –
QUW – WA –TA – IL-LAA – BIL –LAAHIL – ‘ALY- YIL – ‘AZEEMQUW – WA –TA – IL-LAA – BIL –LAAHIL – ‘ALY- YIL – ‘AZEEM

THIS IS FOLLOWED BYTHIS IS FOLLOWED BY
RECITATION OF AL-QUR’ANRECITATION OF AL-QUR’AN
SURAH AALI ‘IMRAAN : 3SURAH AALI ‘IMRAAN : 3
AAYAT 190 -200AAYAT 190 -200

““Indeed, in the creation of the heavens and the earth andIndeed, in the creation of the heavens and the earth and
the alternation of the night and the day arethe alternation of the night and the day are signs for thosesigns for those
of understandingof understanding.”.”

““Who remember AllahWho remember Allah whilewhile standingstanding oror sittingsitting oror [lying] on their sides[lying] on their sides
andand give thought to the creation of the heavens and the earthgive thought to the creation of the heavens and the earth, [saying],, [saying],
"Our Lord, You did not create this aimlessly; exalted are You [above"Our Lord, You did not create this aimlessly; exalted are You [above
such a thing]; then protect us from the punishment of the Fire.”such a thing]; then protect us from the punishment of the Fire.”

““Our Lord, indeed whoever You admit to the Fire - You haveOur Lord, indeed whoever You admit to the Fire - You have
disgraced him, and for the wrongdoers there are no helpers.”disgraced him, and for the wrongdoers there are no helpers.”

““Our Lord, indeed we have heard a caller calling to faith,Our Lord, indeed we have heard a caller calling to faith,
[saying], 'Believe in your Lord,' and we have believed. Our[saying], 'Believe in your Lord,' and we have believed. Our
Lord, soLord, so forgive us our sins and remove from us ourforgive us our sins and remove from us our
misdeeds and cause us to die with the righteousmisdeeds and cause us to die with the righteous.”.”

““Our Lord, and grant us what You promised us through YourOur Lord, and grant us what You promised us through Your
messengers andmessengers and do not disgrace usdo not disgrace us on the Day of Resurrection.on the Day of Resurrection.
Indeed, You do not fail in [Your] promise."Indeed, You do not fail in [Your] promise."

“And their Lord responded to them, "Never will I allow to be
lost the work of [any] worker among you, whether male or
female; you are of one another.”
(Qur’an: Aali ‘Imran: 3: 195)

““ So those who emigrated or were evicted from their homes or were harmedSo those who emigrated or were evicted from their homes or were harmed
in My cause or fought or were killed - I will surely remove from them theirin My cause or fought or were killed - I will surely remove from them their
misdeeds, and I will surely admit them to gardens beneath which rivers flowmisdeeds, and I will surely admit them to gardens beneath which rivers flow
as reward from Allah, and Allah has with Him the best reward."as reward from Allah, and Allah has with Him the best reward."

““Be not deceived by the [uninhibited] movement of theBe not deceived by the [uninhibited] movement of the
disbelieversdisbelievers throughout the land. [It is but] a small enjoyment;throughout the land. [It is but] a small enjoyment;
then their [final] refuge is Hell, and wretched is the resting place.”then their [final] refuge is Hell, and wretched is the resting place.”
((Qur’an: Aali ‘Imran: 3: 196-197Qur’an: Aali ‘Imran: 3: 196-197))

““But those who feared their Lord will have gardens beneath whichBut those who feared their Lord will have gardens beneath which
rivers flow, abiding eternally therein, as accommodation fromrivers flow, abiding eternally therein, as accommodation from
Allah. And that which is with Allah is best for the righteous.”Allah. And that which is with Allah is best for the righteous.”

““And indeed, among the People of the Scripture are those who believe inAnd indeed, among the People of the Scripture are those who believe in
Allah and what was revealed to you and what was revealed to them,Allah and what was revealed to you and what was revealed to them,
[being] humbly submissive to Allah. They do not exchange the verses of[being] humbly submissive to Allah. They do not exchange the verses of
Allah for a small price. Those will have their reward with their Lord. Indeed,Allah for a small price. Those will have their reward with their Lord. Indeed,
Allah is swift in account.”Allah is swift in account.”

““O you who have believed,O you who have believed, perseverepersevere andand endureendure andand
remain stationedremain stationed andand fear Allahfear Allah that you may bethat you may be
successful.”successful.”

““Then do they not reflect upon the Qur'an, orThen do they not reflect upon the Qur'an, or
are there locks upon [their] hearts?”are there locks upon [their] hearts?”
((Qur’an: Muhammad: 47: 24Qur’an: Muhammad: 47: 24))
Some merely regard the mere verbalising from the Qur’an as
enough but does not go further into making efforts to understanding
the message and implementing it. Allah admonishes us:

“The best amongst you is one who learns the Qur’an
and who teaches it”
(Hadith reported by Bukhary)

Before proceeding with this next stage in the development of ourBefore proceeding with this next stage in the development of our
AkhlaqAkhlaq i.e. seeking guidance from the Qur’an, the following factorsi.e. seeking guidance from the Qur’an, the following factors
have to be considered (refer to previous lessons):have to be considered (refer to previous lessons):
Remember how we should regard the Qur’anRemember how we should regard the Qur’an
What is the necessary preparation in approaching the Qur’an?What is the necessary preparation in approaching the Qur’an?
To read slowly with proper respect, moderate voice, and verbaliseTo read slowly with proper respect, moderate voice, and verbalise
each syllable as though it is being inscribed into your heart.each syllable as though it is being inscribed into your heart.

Before proceeding with this next stage in the development of ourBefore proceeding with this next stage in the development of our
AkhlaqAkhlaq i.e. seeking guidance from the Qur’an, the following factorsi.e. seeking guidance from the Qur’an, the following factors
have to be considered (refer to previous lessons):have to be considered (refer to previous lessons):
Read the meaning and open yourself to understand it.Read the meaning and open yourself to understand it.
Reflect and apply its message personally to yourself.Reflect and apply its message personally to yourself.
Resolve to want to implement them.Resolve to want to implement them.
Try and memorise it (if not the whole Arabic verse, at least theTry and memorise it (if not the whole Arabic verse, at least the
meaning of the message) – repeat if possible.meaning of the message) – repeat if possible.

““O YOU who have attained to faith! Do not put yourselvesO YOU who have attained to faith! Do not put yourselves
forward in the presence of [what] Allah and His Messengerforward in the presence of [what] Allah and His Messenger
[may have ordained], but remain conscious of [and fear] Allah:[may have ordained], but remain conscious of [and fear] Allah:
for, verily, Allah is all-hearing, all-knowing!”for, verily, Allah is all-hearing, all-knowing!”
((Qur’an: Hujurat: 49: 1Qur’an: Hujurat: 49: 1))
LESSONS FROM SURAH AL-HUJURAT

Points for discussion and reflectionPoints for discussion and reflection
Islamic education stress much uponIslamic education stress much upon 'Adab'Adab' (knowledge of the' (knowledge of the
order of things and putting everything, or dealing with thingsorder of things and putting everything, or dealing with things
according to its proper place in their hierarchy of existence).according to its proper place in their hierarchy of existence).
Thus when we approach the Qur'an, remember it is not anThus when we approach the Qur'an, remember it is not an
ordinary Book - but direct revelations from Allah s.w.t. His Wordsordinary Book - but direct revelations from Allah s.w.t. His Words
are perfected and expounded, containing profound Wisdom: moreare perfected and expounded, containing profound Wisdom: more
so when He addresses us specifically byso when He addresses us specifically by "O You who Believe (who"O You who Believe (who
have attained to Faith)!"have attained to Faith)!" -- we must respond : "we must respond : "LabbaykAllah!LabbaykAllah!" (Here" (Here
I am O Allah! - am ready to heed & obey).I am O Allah! - am ready to heed & obey).

Why does it begin with “Why does it begin with “O You who have attained to faithO You who have attained to faith”? what is”? what is
the implication of this and how are we to respond?the implication of this and how are we to respond?
The state of consciousness that we are in, ascertain our attitude ofThe state of consciousness that we are in, ascertain our attitude of
behaviour. By the warning “behaviour. By the warning “do not put yourself forward before Allahdo not put yourself forward before Allah
and His Messengerand His Messenger”, do you think that this concerns others more than”, do you think that this concerns others more than
you? Who is the one directly reading this verse? How often have weyou? Who is the one directly reading this verse? How often have we
forgotten that as Muslims, a higher law rules over us at every occasion?forgotten that as Muslims, a higher law rules over us at every occasion?

Consider the times when our considerations exclude Allah and HisConsider the times when our considerations exclude Allah and His
Messenger s.a.a.w. In such circumstances, how would our behaviour beMessenger s.a.a.w. In such circumstances, how would our behaviour be
judged?judged?
Remain conscious of Allah – a key state of consciousness. Our mindsRemain conscious of Allah – a key state of consciousness. Our minds
are usually directed at other than Allah. To develop this, one mustare usually directed at other than Allah. To develop this, one must
strive to remember Allah at all times.strive to remember Allah at all times. RememberRemember: what are the 6: what are the 6
important qualities forimportant qualities for TAQWATAQWA listed by Imam al-Ghazalie r.h.?listed by Imam al-Ghazalie r.h.?
What do you think is the implication when Allah s.w.t. informs usWhat do you think is the implication when Allah s.w.t. informs us
that He is “that He is “All-Hearing, All-KnowingAll-Hearing, All-Knowing”?”?

““O you who have attained to faith! Do not raise your voicesO you who have attained to faith! Do not raise your voices
above the voice of the Prophet, and neither speak loudly toabove the voice of the Prophet, and neither speak loudly to
him, as you would speak loudly to one another, lest all yourhim, as you would speak loudly to one another, lest all your
[good] deeds come to nought without your perceiving it.”[good] deeds come to nought without your perceiving it.”

YAA – AI-YU-HAL – LA-DZEE-NA – AA –MA-NUU
LAA – TAR – FA- ‘UU – ASW- WAA –TA -KUM
FAU - QA – SWAU-TIN – NA -BIYY
O you who have attained to faithO you who have attained to faith
Do not raise your voicesDo not raise your voices
above the voice of the Prophetabove the voice of the Prophet

BA’ –DWI-KUM – LI-BA’-DW IN
AN – TAH – BA – TWA – A’ – MAA – LU-KUM
WA – AN – TUM – LAA – TASH – ‘U- RUU-N
WA-LAA – TAJ – HARUU – LA-HU – BIL- QAU-LI – KAJAH-RI
and neither speak loudly to him as you would speak loudlyand neither speak loudly to him as you would speak loudly
to one another,to one another,
lest all your [good] deeds come to noughtlest all your [good] deeds come to nought
without your perceiving itwithout your perceiving it

Although the Prophet s.a.w is no more around, yet we know that
the words of the Quran remains relevant until the end of the world.
In spite of the fact that our Prophet may not be physically present,
yet Allah s.w.t. deems it necessary still, to record this to posterity. He
was appointed by Allah to bear witness over his ummah, and we as
Muslims must ask ourselves, how would our prophet s.a.w. rate our
behaviour?

Muslims are ever mindful that our life is to bear witness to two
realities : “Allah and His Messenger Muhammad s.a.a.w..” Our
conduct is always measured with this reality in mind, how should we
behave in Allah's presence and in the presence of His messenger,
when we claim to be Muslims?
Our speech and voice, speaking loudly and carelessly, reveals our
inner state, our inclination towards relying upon our ego & desire
(Nafsul-‘Ammara and Hawa’). This brashness, often may be the way
we speak to one another, does not assist us in forming our disposition
and gaining higher consciousness.

How is the tone of voice related to the possibility of losing the
goodness of our deeds?
The speech is the most conspicuous means of our expression, yet
it can betray much of who or what we are. We may not be conscious
of this because our tongues seem to be directly linked to our
emotions and our Nafsul-‘Ammarah.
Are we always conscious of this whenever we speak?

““And turn not thy cheek away from people in [false] pride, and walk notAnd turn not thy cheek away from people in [false] pride, and walk not
haughtily on earth: for, behold, Allah does not love anyone who, out ofhaughtily on earth: for, behold, Allah does not love anyone who, out of
self- conceit, acts in a boastful manner. Hence, be modest in thy bearing,self- conceit, acts in a boastful manner. Hence, be modest in thy bearing,
and lower thy voice: for, behold, the ugliest of all voices is the [loud] voiceand lower thy voice: for, behold, the ugliest of all voices is the [loud] voice
of asses…”of asses…”
((Qur’an: Luqman: 31: 18-19Qur’an: Luqman: 31: 18-19))

““Go (then), you and your brother, with My signs and do not slacken in MyGo (then), you and your brother, with My signs and do not slacken in My
remembrance. Go forth, both of you, unto Pharaoh: for, verily, he hasremembrance. Go forth, both of you, unto Pharaoh: for, verily, he has
transgressed all bounds of equity! But speak unto him in a mild mannertransgressed all bounds of equity! But speak unto him in a mild manner
((QAW-LAN - LAI-YI-NANQAW-LAN - LAI-YI-NAN), so that he might bethink himself or [at least] be), so that he might bethink himself or [at least] be
filled with apprehension.filled with apprehension.
((Qur’an: TaHa: 20: 42-44Qur’an: TaHa: 20: 42-44))

A saying from Imam ‘Ali (karramAllaahu wajhah) :
““The tongue of the wise is behind his heart,The tongue of the wise is behind his heart,
(whereas) the heart of the fool is behind his tongue.”(whereas) the heart of the fool is behind his tongue.”
LI-SAA-NUL – ‘AA-QIL, WA-RA- A - QOL-BIHLI-SAA-NUL – ‘AA-QIL, WA-RA- A - QOL-BIH
WA-QAL-BUL – AWA-QAL-BUL – AHH – MAQ, WA-RA - A – LISAA - NIH– MAQ, WA-RA - A – LISAA - NIH

A caravan from the tribe of Bani Tamim seeking prophet
s.a.w.’s advise as to who among them should be their leader.
Two prominent companions began to offer their suggestions
which lead to differences of opinion which intensified into an
argument with raised voices.
On that occasion this verse was revealed. Both of them felt
that this verse was directed at them and were repentant.
AS-BAAB – AL-NUZULAS-BAAB – AL-NUZUL OF SURAH HUJURAT 46 VERSE 2

A companion by the name of Tsabit ibn Qays, who were among
them, after hearing this verse, left, and kept himself in his house
weeping and crying for several days. People began to notice his
absence, until the Prophet s.a.w. that came to know about it,
summon for him.
When asked as to the reason for this, Tsabit ibn Qays explained:
“It is concerning that verse which warned us not to raise our voices
above yours. O Messenger of Allah.... for (you see) I have a very loud
voice. I am worried that because of this, all my deeds would be
void.”

The prophet s.a.w. then said, “You are not that person whom
this verse is speaking about. You will live and die in righteousness.”
Regarding this Tsabit ibn Qays, when a verse came saying that
Allah does not like those who are proud and arrogant, he came to
the Prophet s.a.w. crying. He was worried for himself since he is
always leading his tribesman. He was very concerned that perhaps
Allah was referring to him.

Such was the sensitivity shown by this companion whom the
Prophet s.a.w always gave assurance to him that he is not the one
who is being said by the verse. On the contrary, he, Tsabit ibn Qays,
was destined to be amongst those honoured by Allah s.w.t. It was in
the campaign during a battle in Yamamah that Tsabit ibn Qays was
bestowed with Shaheed (martyrdom). Even after this there were
signs of his Karamah (bestowal of miracles upon the righteous). One
of his companions dreamt of him giving specific instructions as to
settle some of his previous debts.

Scholars of Hadith said that it was never known whether there
is any other Muslim who was able to give “wasiyat” (last
testament) after their death, except for Tsabit ibn Qays r.a.
extracted from “Tafsir al-Durr-al-Mantsur 7: 546-550

““Behold, they who lower their voices in the presence of Allah’sBehold, they who lower their voices in the presence of Allah’s
Messenger - it is they whose hearts Allah has tested [and opened]Messenger - it is they whose hearts Allah has tested [and opened]
to consciousness of Himself (to consciousness of Himself (TAQWATAQWA); [and] theirs shall be); [and] theirs shall be
forgiveness and a reward supreme.”forgiveness and a reward supreme.”

““Verily, [O Prophet,] as for those who call thee from without thyVerily, [O Prophet,] as for those who call thee from without thy
private apartments - most of them do not use their reason:”private apartments - most of them do not use their reason:”

“And if they had been patient until you [could] come out to
them, it would have been better for them. But Allah is
Forgiving and Merciful.”
(Qur’an: Hujurat: 49: 5)

Signs or test of those who withSigns or test of those who with TAQWATAQWA
OurOur ulamaulama' (heirs of the prophet s.a.a.w.) uses their observation of' (heirs of the prophet s.a.a.w.) uses their observation of
ADABADAB in speech too, as a yardstick to measure whether students havein speech too, as a yardstick to measure whether students have
been educated or not. Allah s.w.t. alludes to this aspect for thebeen educated or not. Allah s.w.t. alludes to this aspect for the
Prophet s.a.a.w. regarding the demeanour of those who met him:Prophet s.a.a.w. regarding the demeanour of those who met him:
""Those that lower their voice in the presence of Allah's Messenger―Those that lower their voice in the presence of Allah's Messenger―
their hearts has Allah tested for piety: for them is Forgiveness and atheir hearts has Allah tested for piety: for them is Forgiveness and a
great Rewardgreat Reward.”.”

Signs of those who lacksSigns of those who lacks TAQWATAQWA
Like-wise, it is to be expected that those whose hearts has not yetLike-wise, it is to be expected that those whose hearts has not yet
pass the standard would display uncouth manners, due to theirpass the standard would display uncouth manners, due to their
ignorance and lack ofignorance and lack of Swobr’Swobr’ (patience & perseverance).(patience & perseverance).
The Prophet s.a.a.w., as also the Islamic scholars, would patientlyThe Prophet s.a.a.w., as also the Islamic scholars, would patiently
overlook this in their students, out of concern for their reform (overlook this in their students, out of concern for their reform (islaHislaH) –) –
and most of the time having to endure such ill-mannered behaviour.and most of the time having to endure such ill-mannered behaviour.

Signs of those who lacksSigns of those who lacks TAQWATAQWA
Thus although they endure such attitude from their students orThus although they endure such attitude from their students or
followers, but all is still not lost, for Allah s.w.t. continues withfollowers, but all is still not lost, for Allah s.w.t. continues with
this assurance:"this assurance:"but Allah is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.but Allah is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.""

Always remembering to follow the example of our Prophet’sAlways remembering to follow the example of our Prophet’s akhlaqakhlaq::
““And not equal are the good deed and the bad. Repel [evil] by thatAnd not equal are the good deed and the bad. Repel [evil] by that
[deed] which is better; and thereupon the one whom between you and[deed] which is better; and thereupon the one whom between you and
him is enmity [will become] as though he was a devoted friend. But nonehim is enmity [will become] as though he was a devoted friend. But none
is granted it except those who are patient, and none is granted it exceptis granted it except those who are patient, and none is granted it except
one having a great portion [of good].”one having a great portion [of good].”
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“Endure, then, with patience (all that they may say] -always remembering
that it is none but Allah who gives thee the strength to endure adversity
-and do not grieve over them, and neither be distressed by the false
arguments which they devise.”
(Qur’an: An-Nahlu: 16: 127)
WASW – BIR – WA-MAA – SWOB-RU-KA – IL-LA – BIL-LAAH –
WA-LAA- TAH - ZAN – ‘A- LAI - HIM
WA-LAA – TA-KU – FEE - DWAI-QIM – MIM-MAA - YAM – KU-RUU-
N

““MAKE due allowance for man's nature (disposition), and enjoinMAKE due allowance for man's nature (disposition), and enjoin
the doing of what is right; and leave alone all those who choose tothe doing of what is right; and leave alone all those who choose to
remain ignorant.”remain ignorant.”
((Qur’an: A’-raf: 7: 199Qur’an: A’-raf: 7: 199))
KHU-DZIL- ‘AF-WU – WA’ – MUR – BIL - ’URFI –
WA – A’ – RIDW – ‘A- NIL – JAA – HI - LEE-N

““And it was by Allah's grace that you [O Prophet] did deal gentlyAnd it was by Allah's grace that you [O Prophet] did deal gently
with your followers: for if you had been harsh and hard of heart,with your followers: for if you had been harsh and hard of heart,
they would indeed have broken away from you. Pardon them,they would indeed have broken away from you. Pardon them,
then, and pray that they be forgiven. And take counsel with themthen, and pray that they be forgiven. And take counsel with them
in all matters of public concern; then, when you have decided uponin all matters of public concern; then, when you have decided upon
a course of action, place your trust in Allah: for, verily, Allah lovesa course of action, place your trust in Allah: for, verily, Allah loves
those who place their trust in Him.”those who place their trust in Him.”
((Qur’an: Aali-’Imran: 3: 159Qur’an: Aali-’Imran: 3: 159))

ALLAA-HUM-MAR – HAM-NI - BIL – QUR- ‘AA-N
WAJ- ‘AL – HU – LEE – IMAA-MAN - WA – NUU – RAN –
WA – HU-DAN WA RAH - MAH
““O Allah! Bestow mercy upon me through the Quran andO Allah! Bestow mercy upon me through the Quran and
make it for me a leader (leading to Truth), a light, a Guide,make it for me a leader (leading to Truth), a light, a Guide,
and a Mercy. O Allah! “and a Mercy. O Allah! “

ALLAA-HUM-MA –ALLAA-HUM-MA – DZDZAK – KIR – NEE – MIN-HU-MAAAK – KIR – NEE – MIN-HU-MAA
NA –SEE –TU – WA – ‘AL –LIM – NEENA –SEE –TU – WA – ‘AL –LIM – NEE
MIN – HU-MAA - JA – HIL -TUMIN – HU-MAA - JA – HIL -TU
““Remind me of that which I have forgotten, teach me thoseRemind me of that which I have forgotten, teach me those
(parts of the Quran) of which I am ignorant,”(parts of the Quran) of which I am ignorant,”

WAR – ZUQ – NEE – TI – LAA – WA - TA – HU
AA – NA – AL – LAI – LI - WA – ATW
TRAA – FA - AN - NA - HAAR
““Grant me (ability for) Its recitation in the hours of the nightGrant me (ability for) Its recitation in the hours of the night
and different parts of the day,”and different parts of the day,”

WAJ – ‘AL – HU – LEE – HUJ – JA-TAN
YAA – ROB – BAL – ‘AA – LA – MEE-N
“And make it as argument point in my favour,
O Lord of all the worlds.”

"Our Lord, do not impose blame upon us if we have"Our Lord, do not impose blame upon us if we have
forgotten or erred.forgotten or erred.
Our Lord, and lay not upon us a burden like that whichOur Lord, and lay not upon us a burden like that which
You laid upon those before us.You laid upon those before us.
Our Lord, and burden us not with that which we have noOur Lord, and burden us not with that which we have no
ability to bear. And pardon us; and forgive us; and haveability to bear. And pardon us; and forgive us; and have
mercy upon us. You are our protector, so give us victorymercy upon us. You are our protector, so give us victory
over the disbelieving people."over the disbelieving people."

“O Allah, make my speech be guidance, inspire me with
reverential fear, give me success in that which is most
pure, and employ me in what is most pleasing to Thee!
O Allah, let me tread the most exemplary path and make
me live and die in Thy creed!
O Allah, bless Muhammad and his Household, give me to
enjoy moderation, make me into one of the people of
right behaviour, the proofs of right conduct, and the
servants of righteousness,"

O Allah! Make faith (O Allah! Make faith (iimaniiman) dear to us and beautify it in our hearts) dear to us and beautify it in our hearts
and make disbelief (and make disbelief (KufrKufr), sinning (), sinning (FusuqFusuq) and rebelliousness () and rebelliousness (`isyan`isyan))
hateful to us, and make us among the rightly guided (hateful to us, and make us among the rightly guided (Raa-shi-duunRaa-shi-duun).).

O Allah! Allow us to die as Muslims, live as MuslimsO Allah! Allow us to die as Muslims, live as Muslims
and join us with the ranks of the righteous ones,and join us with the ranks of the righteous ones,
without tasting humiliation or turmoil.without tasting humiliation or turmoil.

‘‘And (may AllAnd (may Allaah send) salutations and prayers upon Muh send) salutations and prayers upon Muhhammadammad
and upon the household and companions of Muand upon the household and companions of Muhhammadammad
(the pure ones of his family and all the loyal followers).(the pure ones of his family and all the loyal followers).

““Glory to thy Lord the Lord, of Honour and Power!Glory to thy Lord the Lord, of Honour and Power!
(He is free) from what they ascribe (to Him)!(He is free) from what they ascribe (to Him)!
And Peace on the Messengers!And Peace on the Messengers!
And praise to Allah, the Lord and Cherisher of the Worlds.”And praise to Allah, the Lord and Cherisher of the Worlds.”

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