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UNDERSTANDING ṬUMA'NĪNAH IN PRAYER

 FAJR REMINDER: UNDERSTANDING ṬUMA'NĪNAH IN PRAYER By: Umm Affān Rabī' Al-Awwal 1, 1448 (14-August-2026) The Prophet (ﷺ) once instructed a man to repeat his entire prayer—not because he had abandoned the prayer altogether, but because he had performed it too hastily. Abū Hurayrah (Raḍiyallāhu ‘Anhu) narrated: “Once the Prophet (ﷺ) entered the mosque, a man came in, offered the prayer and greeted the Prophet. The Prophet returned his greeting and said to him, “Go back and pray again for you have not prayed.” The man offered the prayer again, came back and greeted the Prophet. He said to him thrice, “Go back and pray again for you have not prayed.” The man said, “By Him Who has sent you with the truth! I do not know a better way of praying. Kindly teach Me how to pray.” [Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī 793]” This Ḥadīth contains a profound lesson about the importance of Ṭuma'nīnah in Ṣalāh. Most Muslims know that standing, bowing, and prostrating are essential parts of the prayer. However, ...
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THE FIVE DAILY PRAYERS* (Episode 16)

 Muslims Till Death: AS SALAAMU ALAYKUM WARAHMATULLAH WABARAKAATUHU . LET'S START TONIGHT'S EDUCATION. OUR TOPIC IS 👇.                                                                            *THE FIVE DAILY PRAYERS* (Episode 16)                                                                                                              ...

TAFSEER OF SŪRAH AN-NAAZI'AAT (Qur'an 79) continues

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaumul Jumuat | 1st day of Rabee-ul Awwal, 1448 AH | Friday, 14th August, 2026. *_TAFSEER OF SŪRAH AN-NAAZI'AAT (Qur'an 79) continues_*. BismilLah Let's continue with our studies of suurah An-Naazi'aat from the final verses 42-46 which speaks about "The Reality of the Day of Judgment and How Short This Life Is". Verse 43 فِيمَ أَنتَ مِن ذِكْرَاهَا "How are you to mention it?" ALLAH Azzawajal makes it clear that the exact knowledge of the Hour does not belong to the Prophet sallallahu alaihi wasallam.  His responsibility is to warn and remind, not to give a date that ALLAH Azzawajal has kept hidden. ALLAH Azzawajal says: "Indeed, ALLAH Azzawajal alone has knowledge of the Hour..." (Qur'an 31:34). Verse 44 إِلَىٰ رَبِّكَ مُنتَهَاهَا "To your Lord is its final knowledge." Only ALLAH Azzawajal knows exactly when the Hour will occur. The knowledge of its precise timing belongs exclusively to ALLAH Azzawa...

This is for You*

 *This is for You* ----------------- بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم We live as if this world, with its few moments 70-130years, is our permanent address. But Allah (SWT) reminds us in the Quran: "And this worldly life is not but diversion and amusement. And indeed, the home of the Hereafter is the true life, if only they knew." 📚(Quran 29:64) What if we truly knew? What if we could grasp the sheer scale of what awaits us? My People, We plan for retirement, perhaps 20 or 30 years. We think about our children's future, maybe 70 years ahead. But have we ever planned for a residence that will last thousands of decades? Consider this: The period between our death and the Day of Judgment is not a brief nap. It is a long, long life in a realm called the Barzakh (the Barrier). Scholars have indicated based on hadith that this period is immensely long. Think of it not in years, but in millennia. *This is the core of the matter:* Every single action we perform is not just a line in a ledg...

THE FRUITS OF DUTIFULNESS TO PARENTS

 FAJR REMINDER: THE FRUITS OF DUTIFULNESS TO PARENTS By: Umm Affān Ṣafar 29, 1448 (13-August-2026) Undoubtedly, goodness, kindness, and dutifulness to one's parents are among the most important and beneficial deeds a Muslim can undertake. They carry immense rewards and blessings, both in this world and in the Hereafter. Among their many benefits are the following: 1. It Brings Allāh's Pleasure The Messenger of Allāh (ﷺ) said: “The Pleasure of the Lord is in the pleasure of the parent, and the Anger of the Lord is in the anger of the parent.” [Jāmi‘ At-Tirmidhī, 1899] Ka‘b al-Aḥbār related that Luqmān said to his son: “My son, whoever pleases his parents has pleased the Most Merciful, and whoever angers them has angered the Most Merciful…” [al-Birr wa Aṣ-Ṣilah v. 1, p. 32] -Ṣiddīq  The Pleasure of Allāh is the greatest goal a Muslim can pursue, for whoever earns His Pleasure has attained true success in this life and the Hereafter. One of the greatest ways to seek that Pleasure...

Don't Forget This [[-Episode 21-]]

 Don't Forget This [[-Episode 21-]] ----------------- بسم الله الرحمان الرجيم *First Issue:* Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet (pbuh) said, *“Whoever does not thank people has not thanked Allah.”*📚Source: Sunan Abi‌ Da‌wu‌d 4811 Now, A married woman’s heart thrives on acknowledgment. When a husband recognizes her efforts—whether through kind words, a warm embrace, or a simple "thank you"—it acts as a *powerful booster* to her spirit. Sadly, many men take their wives for granted, forgetting that *"what is sweet to the eye is often bitter to the soul."* A woman may smile through her daily struggles, but deep down, she yearns for validation.  The bitter truth is, *"If a man does housework for a day, he will know that stone is different from biscuits😀."*  Women perform countless domestic tasks *daily, for years, without complaint*—cooking, cleaning, childcare, and managing the household. Yet, if a man were subjected to the same routine for just *24 hours...

THE FIVE DAILY PRAYERS* (Episode 15)

 Muslims Till Death: AS SALAAMU ALAYKUM WARAHMATULLAH WABARAKAATUHU . LET'S START TONIGHT'S EDUCATION. OUR TOPIC IS 👇.                                                                            *THE FIVE DAILY PRAYERS* (Episode 15)                                                                                                       Wednesday 12h August 2026....

If U Win the Fight

 If U Win the Fight ----------------- بسم الله الرحمان الرجيم Some people pray Tahajjud for some nights. Then they miss a night. They miss two. They miss five, six, or seven days in a month. They think, "It's okay, I will try again." But there is a difference between trying and being chosen. Sure! The hardest thing is not the midnight prayer. The hardest thing is waking up. Your body wants sleep. Shaytan tells you to forget. Shaytan whispers, “Tomorrow. Just rest.” You feel so tired. But what happens if you don’t listen? If you win this fight? Not for one night, but for every night. For years without missing. Here is the truth that will split the crowd right away: Yes! And someone who has never done this will say, "This cannot be true." But the one who has stood in Tahajjud for years, without missing a night? They will read this write-up, nod slowly, and swear by Allah: "This is the pure truth." Here is that truth: If you prove to Allah—for years—that ...

THE MOTHER’S GREATER RIGHT TO BIRR

 FAJR REMINDER: THE MOTHER’S GREATER RIGHT TO BIRR By: Umm Affān Ṣafar 28, 1448 (12-August-2026) Generally speaking, a child must show kindness and dutifulness to both parents. However, the mother has a greater right to a child’s kindness and companionship, and her right takes precedence over the father’s when there is a conflict in matters of Birr. Abū Hurayrah reported: A man asked the Messenger of Allāh (ﷺ), “Who is most deserving of my good company?” The Prophet said, “Your mother.” The man asked, “Then who?” The Prophet said, “Your mother.” The man asked again, “Then who?” The Prophet said, “Your mother.” The man asked again, “Then who?” The Prophet said, “Your father.” [Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī 5971, Ṣaḥīḥ Muslim 2548] This means, for instance, that when a child has Two Hundred Thousand Naira to give to both parents, ¾ of it (i.e., 150,000 Naira) goes to the mother while ¼ of it (i.e., 50,000 Naira) goes to the father. There is no mistake about this. So, fathers should pati...

TAFSEER OF SŪRAH AN-NAAZI'AAT (Qur'an 79) continues

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaum Arba'a | 29th day of Safar, 1448 AH | Wednesday, 12th August, 2026. *_TAFSEER OF SŪRAH AN-NAAZI'AAT (Qur'an 79) continues_*. BismilLah Let's continue with our studies of suurah An-Naazi'aat from verse 39-41.  In yesterday's reminder, we studied from verses 38-39 in which ALLAH Azzawajal says "as for the one who transgressed, and preferred the worldly life", the next verse gives verdict for such people as follows; Verse 39 فَإِنَّ الْجَحِيمَ هِيَ الْمَأْوَىٰ "Then indeed, Hellfire will be his or her refuge." The consequence of persistent transgression and deliberately preferring the dunya over AALLAH'S commands is the punishment of Hellfire .  Verse 40 وَأَمَّا مَنْ خَافَ مَقَامَ رَبِّهِ وَنَهَى النَّفْسَ عَنِ الْهَوَىٰ "But as for the one who feared standing before his Lord and restrained himself from his or her desires." Verse 41 فَإِنَّ الْجَنَّةَ هِيَ الْمَأْوَىٰ "Then indeed, Paradise wi...

TAFSEER OF SŪRAH AN-NAAZI'AAT (Qur'an 79) continues

 *_DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER_* Yaum athalaatha | 28th day of Safar, 1448 AH | Tuesday, 11th August, 2026. *_TAFSEER OF SŪRAH AN-NAAZI'AAT (Qur'an 79) continues_*. BismilLah Let's continue with our studies of suurah An-Naazi'aat from verse 37-38. ALLAH Azzawajal says: فَأَمَّا مَن طَغَىٰ ۝٣٧ وَآثَرَ الْحَيَاةَ الدُّنْيَا ۝٣٨ "So as for the one who transgressed, and preferred the worldly life." (Qur'an 79:37–38). These two short verses contain a powerful warning. ALLAH Azzawajal warns us about two connected dangers: transgressing HIS limits and giving the dunya priority over the Hereafter.  The person who ṭaghā, crossed the limits set by ALLAH Azzawajal. This includes disbelief, arrogance, oppression, persistent disobedience, and living as though one has no accountability before ALLAH Azzawajal. A person may know that prayer is obligatory but choose business instead. They may know that something is haram but choose their desires. They may know that charity is r...

CARING FOR THEM WHEN ALIVE OR DEAD

 FAJR REMINDER: CARING FOR THEM WHEN ALIVE OR DEAD By: Umm Affān Ṣafar 27, 1448 (11-August-2026) One of the ways to demonstrate goodness, kindness, and dutifulness to one's parents is by taking care of their needs, especially when they grow old, weak, and dependent. Remember that when you were young, vulnerable, and unable to care for yourself, your parents carried the responsibility of your upkeep. Therefore, when they reach a stage where they need you, do not hesitate to care for them as they once cared for you. Pay attention to their diet, medications, clothing, shelter, and other essential needs. Spend on them appropriately according to your ability. If they live far away from you, make the effort to visit them and ensure that they are not left without proper care. Many parents have gone hungry so that their children could eat. They have denied themselves comfort so that their children could live comfortably. Yet, sadly, some children today make sure they have eaten to satisfac...

THE DUTIFULNESS WE OWE OUR PARENTS

 FAJR REMINDER: THE DUTIFULNESS WE OWE OUR PARENTS By: Umm Affān Ṣafar 26, 1448 (10-August-2026) One of the greatest responsibilities of a Muslim in this Dunyā is showing goodness, kindness, and dutifulness to one's parents. This is not merely a noble act of character; it is an act of worship that Allāh and His Messenger have given great importance to. To help us understand the seriousness of this responsibility, Allāh has mentioned being dutiful to parents alongside the command to worship Him alone without associating any partners with Him. Allāh (ﷻ) says: “And your Lord has decreed that you worship none but Him. And that you be dutiful to your parents. If one of them or both of them attain old age in your life, say not to them a word of disrespect, nor shout at them, but address them in terms of honour. And lower unto them the wing of submission and humility through mercy, and say: ‘My Lord! Bestow on them Your Mercy as they did bring me up when I was small.’” [Sūrah Al-Isrā'...

THE FIVE DAILY PRAYERS* (Episode 13)

 Muslims Till Death: AS SALAAMU ALAYKUM WARAHMATULLAH WABARAKAATUHU . LET'S START TONIGHT'S EDUCATION. OUR TOPIC IS 👇.                                                                            *THE FIVE DAILY PRAYERS* (Episode 13)                                                                                                              ...

Don't Forget This [[-Episode 20-]]

 Don't Forget This [[-Episode 20-]] ----------------- بسم الله الرحمان الرجيم The Prophet (PBUH) continuously emphasized that women in many situations fall under the category of the weak along with the orphans. It was reported by al–Nasai and Ibn Majah with a sound transition as Imam al Nawawi stated in his book “Riyad al- Salehin” that the Prophet said, *“O God be my witness that I admonish people about disregarding the right of the two weak parties: the orphan and the woman.”* Servants of Allah! There is no doubt that just as the husband leads his wife to Paradise or to Hellfire, the wife may also lead him to Paradise or to Hellfire. This is because she has rights upon him in the same manner that he has rights upon her. Yes. Allah Says: "{And wives have similar rights which the husband must NOT fall short of, according to what is reasonable..}" 📚[Quran 2:228] Today, Some husbands get upset when their wives refuse to do this or that around the house.This has subjected m...