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TAFSEER OF SUURAH AL-FAJR (Qur'an, Chapter 89) continues

 ✨ DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER ✨ Yaum Athalaatha | 19th Shawwāl, 1447 AH | Tuesday, 7th April 2026. *_TAFSEER OF SUURAH AL-FAJR (Qur'an, Chapter 89) continues. BismilLah.  Let's continue from yesterday's reminder with some practical Lessons from Suurah Al-Fajr for our daily life. 1. Hardships don’t last Just like the night ends, our struggles will pass. Be patient. 2. Wealth is not success: Being rich doesn’t mean ALLAH Azzawajal loves you more, and being poor doesn’t mean HE doesn’t. Wealth and Poverty are all test and trials of ALLAH Azzawajal as to how we react to any. 3. Care for the vulnerable, Honor orphans, Feed the poor, Be generous 4. Avoid ظلم (injustice): Oppression leads to destruction, if not now, then later. 5. Reflect on history: Past nations were stronger yet destroyed. Take lessons. 6. Prepare for the Hereafter Don’t wait until regret. Start doing good now. 7. Aim to be a “tranquil soul” Build: Strong faith, Contentment, Trust in ALLAH Azzawajal.  *_May ALLAH ...

OBEDIENCE AND KINDNESS TO PARENTS

 🍀بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم🍀 ﷺ ♥‌‌‌🍃ﷺ♥‌‌‌🍃ﷺ   *`` Monday 6th APRIL 2026/17th Shawwal 1447 AH ` * *OBEDIENCE AND KINDNESS TO PARENTS* It is quite common to hear preachers talk about 'obedience' to parents as a part of Islamic teachings. And there is no doubt that obedience to a parent is a praiseworthy matter overall. However, it is important to note that the primary term the Quran and Sunnah employ is not 'ṭā'ah al-wālidayn' (obeying the parent) but rather 'birr al-wālidayn' (being kind to one's parents). This is extremely significant, as all too often, adult children are made to feel guilty if they don't obey each and every request of a parent, even if it involves something unreasonable. In fact, kindness to one's parents is NOT the same as obedience to them. One must always try one's best to be kind and respectful at all times, but one is not obliged to obey each and every command, especially if that command involves the rights of others, ...

THE LEVELS OF JANNAH

 FAJR REMINDER: THE LEVELS OF JANNAH By: Umm Affān Shawwāl 18, 1447 (6-April-2026) In yesterday’s FAJR REMINDER, I highlighted that Al-Firdaws is the highest level of Jannah. The Prophet (ﷺ) said: “...so if you ask Allāh for anything, ask Him for the Firdaws, for it is the last part of Paradise and the highest part of Paradise, and at its top there is the Throne of Beneficent.” [Ṣaḥiḥ al-Bukhārī 7423] This beautiful teaching from the Prophet (ﷺ) is both guidance and motivation. It shows us that attaining Al-Firdaws begins with sincere supplication—constantly asking Allāh for it. When Allāh accepts such a supplication, He facilitates for a person the righteous deeds that will lead them to that noble Maqām (position). The fact that the Throne of Allāh is above Al-Firdaws—serving as its roof—clearly indicates its greatness. It is the loftiest, most honored, and most radiant part of Jannah. It also signifies that its inhabitants are the closest to Allāh. Allah says: “And those foremo...

Pick your Cash

 *Pick your Cash* ------------------ بسم الله الرحمان الرجيم Let's say you have a shop. You open it every day. You sell good things. You are a good shopkeeper. But you always close your shop right before your richest customer arrives. This customer wants to give you huge amount of Diamond & Gold, but you are never there. This is what happens when we sleep throughout the night without establishing Tahajjud. My People, You might be a good Muslim in every way. But if you are not praying Tahajjud CONSISTENTLY, then, you are like that shopkeeper😃. Yes. You are missing your richest Customer. You are losing something very huge. In fact, The Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said, “What an excellent man Abdullah is! If only he could be performing optional prayers at night.” Salim said that after this, (his father) Abdullah slept very little at night." 📚 Al-Bukhari and Muslim Dearest one, You pray your five obligatory prayers. You believe in Allah. You are trying your best in obedience t...

Can we make Duaa against a mean person or curse them?*🌷

 🌷*Can we make Duaa against a mean person or curse them?*🌷 by Asma bint Shameem  If someone is mean or unfair to us, it hurts.  And we want to lash back.  But it’s not from the good manners of a believer that he curse anyone or wish him anything bad.  And that’s why the Prophet ﷺ told us not curse anyone and did not do so himself.  🍃He ﷺ said: “It is not befitting the truthful that they curse others.” (Muslim 2597) 🍃And Anas Ibn Maalik radhi Allaahu anhu said: “The Prophet ﷺ would not *abuse others, he would not use obscene words, and *he would not curse others*.  If he wanted to admonish anyone of us, he used to say: What is wrong with him? His forehead be dusted!” (al-Bukhaari 5684) So it’s best to forgive others for their bad behavior, and return their bad behavior with good.  Be patient and expect your rewards with no one but Allaah.  And if you bear patiently, you will be rewarded immensely.  🍃The Prophet ﷺ said: “…whoever is p...

TAFSEER OF SUURAH AL-FAJR (Qur'an, Chapter 89). BismilLah.

 ✨ DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER ✨ Yaum Al-ithnayn | 18th Shawwāl, 1447 AH | Monday, 6th April 2026. *_TAFSEER OF SUURAH AL-FAJR (Qur'an, Chapter 89). BismilLah.  Let's continue from yesterday's reminder with our brief studies of suurah Al-Fajir. Verses 15–20:  The Reality of Human Nature: 15. فَأَمَّا الْإِنسَانُ... When man is tested with honor, he says: “My Lord has honored me” ➡️ People wrongly equate wealth with ALLAH'S favor. 16. وَأَمَّا إِذَا مَا ابْتَلَاهُ... But when tested with restriction, he says: “My Lord has humiliated me” ➡️ Poverty is also a test or trial, not humiliation. 17–18. كَلَّا بَل لَّا تُكْرِمُونَ الْيَتِيمَ... No! But you do not honor the orphan… ➡️ True معيار (measure) is how you treat the weak and needy. 19–20. وَتَأْكُلُونَ التُّرَاثَ... And you consume inheritance greedily… ➡️ Condemns greed and love of wealth. Verses 21–26: The Day of Judgment: 21–23. كَلَّا إِذَا دُكَّتِ الْأَرْضُ... When the earth is crushed… and your Lord comes… ➡️ A terrify...

Be Like Dawud

*Be Like Dawud* ------------------ بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم There was a righteous predecessors who concealed his fasting without even his family knowing about it. Yes. Ibn Abi Adi said that Dawud bin Abi Hind fasted for forty years without his family knowing. He used to take his lunch with him from home. He would give it away as charity on the way, and then return home in the evening to break his fast with his family. My people! This emphasises that when you perform a good deed, it does not need to be revealed unless necessary. On the above subject, the Prophet ﷺ informed us about three whom Allah, the Exalted, loves: *"A man who came to some people and asked them for the sake of Allah, and he did not ask them due to any relationship between him and them, but they refused him. Then one of them gave him secretly so that only Allah and the one whom he gave knew about it. And a group who traveled all night until sleep became more beloved to them than anything equal to it, then they sto...

TAFSEER OF SUURAH AL-FAJR (Qur'an, Chapter 89).

 ✨ DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER ✨ Yaumul Ahad | 17th Shawwāl, 1447 AH | Sunday, 5th April 2026. *_TAFSEER OF SUURAH AL-FAJR (Qur'an, Chapter 89). BismilLah.  Let's continue from yesterday's reminder with our studies of suurah Al-Fajir. Verses 1–5: Oaths by Powerful Signs 1. وَالْفَجْرِ By the dawn: ➡️ ALLAH Azzawajal swears by the break of day, symbol of hope, renewal, and light after darkness. 2. وَلَيَالٍ عَشْرٍ And [by] ten nights ➡️ Most scholars say these are the first 10 days of Dhul-Hijjah (days of great worship). 3. وَالشَّفْعِ وَالْوَتْرِ And the even and the odd ➡️ Refers to everything in creation — pairs and singles — showing ALLAH'S perfect system 4. وَاللَّيْلِ إِذَا يَسْرِ And the night when it passes ➡️ A reminder that hardship, like the night, will pass. 5. هَلْ فِي ذَٰلِكَ قَسَمٌ لِذِي حِجْرٍ Is there [not] in that an oath for one of understanding? ➡️ These signs are enough for people who reflect deeply Verses 6–14: Destruction of Arrogant Nations: 6–8. أَلَم...

Let this Sink in U*

 *Let this Sink in U* ------------------ بسم الله الرحمان الرجيم We spend our lives chasing comfort. We invest in homes, build relationships, and seek security, all in an attempt to insulate ourselves from the hardships of this world. Yet, there is one journey we will all take alone—a journey into a realm of silence and darkness that our worldly assets cannot penetrate. This is the life in the grave. It is for this very moment that the gift of Tahajjud was given. Ibn Rajab said: “How many people who stood in prayer at night will rejoice due to their night prayers, in the darkness of their graves; and how many people who slept through the night will regret their long sleep.” Read the above wise saying again. Let it sink in. Muslim Faithful, While others are drowning in the regret of wasted nights and surrendered midnight hours, the one who prayed Tahajjud CONSISTENTLY will be enveloped in a honor bestowed directly by Allah (swt). That honor is not a future promise; it is a light you...

TAFSEER OF SUURAH AL-FAJR (Qur'an, Chapter 89

 ✨ DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER ✨ Yaum As-Sabt | 16th Shawwāl, 1447 AH | Saturday, 4th April 2026. *_TAFSEER OF SUURAH AL-FAJR (Qur'an, Chapter 89). BismilLah.  HISTORICAL CONTEXT AND BACKGROUND: Suurah Al-Fajr was revealed in the heart of Makkah, a time of fierce trials for the early Muslim community. Surrounded by oppression, persecution, and injustice, the believers needed both a warning for their oppressors and a light of hope for their own hearts. This powerful Suurah delivers both. ⚡ A Warning to the Arrogant: The Suurah draws on the stories of mighty nations that came before such as the people of 'Aad, Thamūd, and the kingdom of Pharaoh, civilisations that rose to unimaginable power, yet crumbled to dust because of their ظُلْم (oppression and injustice). Their fate is not merely history, it is a mirror held up to every arrogant soul and every unjust nation in every age. 💛 A Comfort to the Believers: At the same time, Suurah Al-Fajr wraps the hearts of the faithful in reassur...

Ur Conversations

 *Ur Conversations* ------------------- بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Imagine your entire life's conversations played back on the Day of Judgment. Allah tells us directly that you will see no good in most of it. This isn't a guess; it's a divine warning. The regret will be immense. ۞لَّا خَيۡرَ فِي كَثِيرࣲ مِّن نَّجۡوَىٰهُمۡ إِلَّا مَنۡ أَمَرَ بِصَدَقَةٍ أَوۡ مَعۡرُوفٍ أَوۡ إِصۡلَٰحِۭ بَيۡنَ ٱلنَّاسِۚ وَمَن يَفۡعَلۡ ذَٰلِكَ ٱبۡتِغَآءَ مَرۡضَاتِ ٱللَّهِ فَسَوۡفَ نُؤۡتِيهِ أَجۡرًا عَظِيمࣰا "No good is there in much of people's conversation, except for those who enjoin charity or that which is right or conciliation between people. And whoever does that seeking means to the approval of Allāh - then We are going to give him a great reward." 📚An-Nisa' 4:114 Now, Will your chat history, your private talks, and your online comments be a source of pride or profound shame on that Day? My People, We carefully filter our water and food, yet we consume and produce words wit...

TAFSEER OF SUURAH AL-BALAD (QUR'AN 90) continues.

 DAILY ISLAMIC REMINDER. Yaum Al-khamis, 14th day of Shaw'waal, 1447AH. Thursday, 2nd April, 2026. *_TAFSEER OF SUURAH AL-BALAD (QUR'AN 90) continues_*. BismilLahir Rahmanir Raheem.  Let's continue from yesterday's reminder with our studies of suurah al-Balad.  17. ثُمَّ كَانَ مِنَ الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا Then he becomes among those who believe 18. وَتَوَاصَوْا بِالصَّبْرِ وَتَوَاصَوْا بِالْمَرْحَمَةِ And advise each other to patience and mercy Commentary (17–18): True believers: Have faith, Practice patience, Show mercy, Encourage others to do the same 19. أُولَٰئِكَ أَصْحَابُ الْمَيْمَنَةِ They are the people of the right 20. وَالَّذِينَ كَفَرُوا بِآيَاتِنَا But those who disbelieve in Our signs 21. هُمْ أَصْحَابُ الْمَشْأَمَةِ They are the people of the left 22. عَلَيْهِمْ نَارٌ مُّؤْصَدَةٌ Upon them will be a Fire closed in Commentary (19–22): A clear ending: The righteous → success and reward. The disbelievers → punishment. To be continued tomorrow with some practical Le...

THE IMAM OF OUR MASJID IS A THIEF

 🍀بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم🍀 ﷺ ♥‌‌‌🍃ﷺ♥‌‌‌🍃ﷺ `   *```Thursday 2nd April 2026/13 Sha’aban 1447 AH```* *THE IMAM OF OUR MASJID IS A THIEF* In one African country, a man was a memorizer of the Qur'an and a scholar of Shariah. That is why a follower invited him to his house for Iftar during Ramadan The scholar accepted the invitation, And reached the house of this follower at the time of Iftar, And there they were given a wonderful welcome. After Iftar, the religious scholars prayed for the host and went back. After that wife of host starts  cleaning guesthouse, and she remembered that She kept some money in the guest house, But despite much searching, the woman did not find the money. And she asked her husband, Have you taken that money? The husband replied: No, And then she told her husband that no one came to our house except the guest. And our baby was in the other room, And such a small child in the cradle cannot steal, Eventually the two came to the conclusion that: The...

Friend of Angels

 *Friend of Angels* ------------------ بسم الله الرحمان الرجيم Imagine this. Every night, when you wake up for midnight prayer (Tahajjud), the angels in heaven see you. They know your name. They see your huge effort to defeating your desires for sleeping. The effort many Muslims have swept inside carpet. Now, imagine one night you cannot wake up for Tahajjud. Maybe you are very very sick. Or you are on a long journey. It is a real excuse. That night, the angels will look for you. They will notice you are missing. One of the angels will say, "Where is our friend today?" And then, all the angels will say together: "Write his/her name in the attendance register! Mark him/her as present!" Yes. They will write your name as if you were there, praying. Why? Because you have made Tahajjud a habit. People who miss Tahajjud without convincing valid reasons will not enjoy this. This is why, The Messenger of Allah (pbuh) said: *"If a person falls ill or travels, he shall b...

AMAZING DESCRIPTION OF WIDOWHOOD*

 🍀بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم🍀 ﷺ ♥‌‌‌🍃ﷺ♥‌‌‌🍃ﷺ `   *Wednesday 1st April 2026. 12 Sha’aban 1447 AH* *AMAZING DESCRIPTION OF WIDOWHOOD* *“Widowhood* is more than missing your spouse’s presence. It is adjusting to an alternate life. It is growing around a permanent amputation. *Widowhood* is going to bed for the thousandth time, and still, the loneliness doesn’t feel normal. *The empty bed a constant reminder.* The night no longer brings intimacy and comfort, but the loudness of silence and the void of connection. *Widowhood* is walking around the same house you have lived in for years and it no longer feeling like home. Because *“home”* incorporated a person. And they’re not there. Homesickness fills your heart and the knowledge that it will never return haunts you. *Widowhood* is seeing all your dreams and plans you shared as a couple crumble around you. The painful process of searching for new dreams that include only you amount to climbing Mount Everest. And every small victory...