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Shaykh Muhammad Awwamah (hafizahullah) on one occasion drew attention to an important phrase whose meaning has become forgotten among many of us, a phrase we repeat and hear daily, almost as a routine. He said: “We all hear the adhan: ‘Hayya ‘alas-Salah, Hayya ‘alas-Salah’ (Come to Salah). Then we hear: ‘Hayya ‘alal-Falah, Hayya ‘alal-Falah’ (Come to Success). Is there anything greater than Salaah itself? What then is the meaning of “Hayya ‘alal-Falah”? The meaning of “Hayya ‘alal-Falah”: The Ulama say: “There is no single word in the Arabic language that gathers within it all forms of goodness as the word Falah does.” Whatever good there is in this world or in the Hereafter, the word Falah encompasses it all. The Placement of “Hayya ‘alal-Falah” in the Adhan: What is the significance of its placement after “Hayya ‘alas-Salah”? It is as though it is saying to you: O Muslim, whatever you are occupied with; buying, selling, your job, your business, travelling or at home, when the time for Salah comes, leave everything that you may be occupied with and hasten to Salah. “Hayya ‘alal-Falah” is even more comprehensive in its meaning of goodness than the word “Salah.” i.e., In your coming to Salah lies every form of good, so do not delay. Notice the sequence, the Adhan does not begin with “Hayya ‘alal-Falah” and then “Hayya ‘alas-Salah.” No, it first says, “Come to Salah” and then makes clear that within Salah lies every kind of good and success. Whatever you may be doing, Salah is above it all, so come to it without delay. Of course, scholars have mentioned exceptions, such as a surgeon performing a critical operation who cannot stop when the adhan is called; such a person is excused by the Shari‘ah to delay the Salah (i.e within its prescribed time). But beyond such cases, one cannot delay Salah. The Status of Salah in Islam: The status of Salah in Islam is beyond imagination. Its rank in Islam is higher than one can conceive. Let me mention two juristic rulings cited by the Fuqaha to help us understand its lofty status and extreme importance: The case of a drowning person: The scholars say: Suppose a person is drowning at sea, his boat has broken apart, and he remains clinging to a piece of wood for survival. If the time for Salah enters, and delaying it would cause the time to lapse, it is not permissible for him to postpone the Salah. Who can imagine such a ruling? A person may be in a state of near-drowning, yet remains safe, clinging to a piece of wood; he is still required to perform the Salah [i.e., with gestures of his head, for example]. (At Tajnis wal Mazid, vol. 2, pg.187) The case of a person being executed: Some scholars say: “If a person is being hanged and still has life in him when the Salah time sets in, he must perform the Salah, even if only with his eyes.” (Al Hawil Kabir Sharhu Mukhtasaril Muzaniy, vol. 13, pg. 426) Such is the weight and sanctity of Salah in Islam. Where then are our youth who neglect it? May Allah guide us and them to the straight path. Ameen. Darul Hadith Research Centre

For people of Pakistan Now that I have had time to think about this, this is my input. Taliban have no capability to fight Pakistan and any attack will be severely put down but the fact that Taliban dared to attack Pakistan border posts and have openly admitted it is a terrible failure of Pakistan Government. I understand that due to incessant from Maulana Fazlur-Rahman etc, many Muslims have reservations against Imran Khan but the Generals in Pakistan Army abused Bangladeshi people (in 1971) and brutally suppressed them but Pakistan lost "East Pakistan". Today, the same Generals of Pakistan Army are suppressing Pushtun people (in both Pakistan and Afghanistan) and no doubt that they have the power to inflict loses but if they do not release Imran Khan and not antagonize Afghanistan then Pakistan will break up. Muslims of Pakistan SHOULD NOT fight the Muslims of Afghanistan under any circumstances and under scenario at all. The Generals of Pakistan have visited Britain, US, Middle East numerous time but NONE of them have gone to Afghanistan to resolve these issues, there has not been a single visit to Kabul to resolve these issues. "Pakistani Ulama" at the behest of Pakistan Military Generals are now regularly bashing the Taliban, the same Taliban which "Pakistani Ulama" used to promote as second coming of "Umar (RA)" and used to promote as Army of Mahdi with "Black banners", all of a sudden Ulama in Pakistan are now labeling Taliban as Khawarij. What Taliban do in Afghanistan is nobody's business but they are our Muslim Brothers. The Afghans rely on Pakistan for medical treatment, trade etc and we cannot at the behest of Donald Trump slaughter Muslims even if we have the capability to do so. The only solution for Pakistan to survive is to release Imran Khan and let politics take its course. Soviet Union collapsed despite have Nuclear weapons. It is clear that Generals in Pakistan Army are willing to destroy the country for their own sake and it is also clear that "Ulama" have decided to back the Army, terrible mistake!

Operations from Pakistan Army are continuing against Afghanistan

Qadhi Mufti Shahauddin Popalzai Saheb (Peshawar, Pakistan) in Pushto په راتلونکي کې دا احمقانه کار بیا مه کوه. که ته په ډیلي کې یې یا په کابل کې In the future, don't do this foolish thing again! Whether you are in Delhi or in Kabul

Taliban have halted and Ceasfire Pakistan refuses and keeps retaliating and moving forward: I can understand that the Army is sick of performing Janazahs because of TTP (supported by Taliban) so boys want to deliver a message...

Grand-Mufti of Oman Shaykh Ahmed Al-Khalili urges both brotherly Muslim countries to STOP...

Pakistan Heavy Machine Gun HMG operating in Semi-Automatic mode...

Pakistan 155 mm opening up against Taliban forces Why? Don't we Muslims have enough problems to worry about??? Why are Muslims fighting Muslims???

The Afghan forces (under Taliban) attacked 2 check posts on the Pakistan border in a frontal assault and then advanced on 6-7 more. In the video above, you see the pop sound of small arms fire and then Pakistani Armour opening up with thud sounds and suppressing the Afghan advance. Afghans with their small arms (AK47) will be mercilessly and easily put down. you are not fighting America but people who know the land, the terrain, the tactics and the one who trained the Afghans Why are Afghan Taliban supporting Terrorism in Pakistan? And then a frontal assault against the 6th largest military in the world and a Nuclear power????Have the Taliban lost their minds! Why would you do this against your own Muslim Brothers and then cut down? This is not right, this is not good. The Ulama in Pakistan are constantly warning the Taliban or this war will spread and it will not be good. Terrible! What on Earth!

There are Muslims who are arguing about "Interest on Savings Account" being permissible and whatnot...Its a ridiculous argument because it is pennies and not worth anything. Open an Account Start buying Halal ETF with a few quid/bucks of your money which is permissible and divert your Bank money into investing. Remove Interest from your lives because it is Haram.

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Allah help them but its very sad to say that Muslim Ummah still sleeping, why they are not stand up for their rights? is they coward now ? I am really and disappointed about the Islam and his protector like turkey and Pakistan

It’s Not random. It’s Not cultural. Each Salaah is timed with precision, aligned with your body clock, your mind’s needs, and your soul’s journey. Here’s the secret power & wisdom behind it: Fajr – The Light of Beginning Cortisol naturally rises at dawn → prayer stabilizes energy. Morning light boosts serotonin → sets mood for the day. “Indeed, the recitation of the early morning (Fajr Salaah) is witnessed (by the Angels.” (Qur’an 17:78) Performing Fajr Salaah at this time stabilizes circadian rhythms, preventing fatigue and mood swings. Dhuhr – The Midday Reset The sun is at its peak, and so is human stress. Allah calls you to pause. Around noon, cognitive performance naturally dips (“post-lunch dip”). Stepping away for Dhuhr acts like a neurological reset, improving attention and productivity. Deep breathing and rhythmic motions of salah lower blood pressure and reduce cortisol. This breaks the cycle of endless work, protecting you from burnout. Asr – The Anchor of Consistency Afternoons bring fatigue, regrets of the past, and worries of the future. Late afternoon is when reaction times and alertness peak, but also when stress accumulates. Prayer movements regulate the autonomic nervous system, calming racing thoughts. Studies show consistent breaks like Asr improve long-term memory consolidation. Rasulullah Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam said, “Whoever misses the afternoon prayer, it is as if he had lost his family and his property.” (Sahih Bukhari) Maghrib – Hormonal Synchronizer At sunset, melatonin (sleep hormone) begins its release. Praying Maghrib synchronizes your internal clock with nature’s day–night cycle. Reflection at sunset lowers evening anxiety, preparing mind and body for restful recovery. As the sun sets, the soul reflects. It is your checkpoint: “How did I live today? What do I carry to the night?” Esha – Deep Rest & Brain Detox Before sleep, Esha reduces pre-sleep anxiety, slowing down the mind’s beta waves into calm alpha states. Sujood increases blood flow to the brain, improving oxygenation and mental clarity. Sleep quality is proven better when preceded by mindful spiritual practice. The world sleeps, but Allah Ta’ala calls you to rest in His remembrance. Science says: Esha prepares the brain for deep, restorative sleep. Jamiatul Ulama (KZN) Council of Muslim Theologians

If a person were to lose his eyesight, he would instantly feel helpless, vulnerable, and overwhelmed. He would grope about in darkness, unable to distinguish right from left, danger from safety, or enemy from friend. For such a person, even walking within the familiarity of his own home becomes challenging. Now imagine a person whose outward eyes are sound, yet his inner sight – the sight of the heart – is blind. He looks at the world but fails to perceive the signs of Allah Ta’ala surrounding him. He can admire the splendour of a sunset, the intricacy of a leaf’s design, or the awe-inspiring motion of the oceans, yet it stirs no thought, awakens no emotion, and inspires no yearning within his heart. His body may see, but his soul remains blind. Allah Ta’ala declares in the Quraan Majeed: فَإِنَّهَا لَا تَعْمَى الْأَبْصَارُ وَلَٰكِن تَعْمَى الْقُلُوبُ الَّتِي فِي الصُّدُورِ “Indeed, it is not the eyes that become blind, but rather it is the hearts within the chests that become blind.” (Surah Hajj ; V:46) True blindness is not the loss of physical sight. Rather, it is the inability to recognise the greatness of Allah Ta’ala and to connect what one sees to the One who created it. The truly blind person is he who sees the signs of Allah Ta’ala daily, yet remains unmoved, unchanged, and unaware. The great commentator of the Quraan Majeed, Imaam Mujaahid (rahimahullah), explains that every human being has been endowed with four eyes: two on the face, through which he perceives the fleeting matters of this world, and two within the heart, through which he perceives the realities of the eternal Hereafter. If the outward eyes are deprived of sight, yet the eyes of the heart remain open, such blindness will cause him no real loss. However, if the outward eyes are sound while the eyes of the heart lie veiled in darkness, then his worldly vision will be of no benefit to him. (Tafseer Qurtubi vol. 14, pg. 419) One of the greatest cures for this inner blindness is to set aside time for Tafakkur – pausing to ponder deeply over the creation of Allah Ta’ala. This was a constant practice of the pious throughout history. It is such reflection that transforms ordinary sights into moments of recognition and connection with the Creator, Allah Ta’ala. Every reflection on the creation of Allah Ta’ala is like a drop of water falling upon the parched soil of the heart, gradually reviving it until it blossoms into a garden of Imaan. Consider the simple honeybee. It hovers over flowers, gathering nectar, and then returns to its hive, where it works in perfect harmony with thousands of others. From this, it produces honey – a sweet liquid that not only nourishes but also heals. What power directs the bee to the flowers it must choose? Who instilled within it such precision and discipline? It is none other than Allah Ta’ala. Reflect on the delicate balance that allows a single drop of rain to revive a withered tree. Consider the endless cycle of the sun rising and setting, never failing its appointed time. Ponder the complexity of the human eye that captures colours and shapes in astonishing detail. Each of these is a sign – a testimony of Allah Ta’ala’s wisdom and control. The Quraan Majeed repeatedly encourages us to reflect upon the skies and the earth, the alternation of night and day, the rainfall, the mountains, and the animals – not as mere observation or amusement, but to awaken our hearts. Whoever ponders sincerely cannot help but be humbled by Allah Ta’ala’s magnificence and drawn to Him in love, awe, and submission. Sayyidah Ummud Dardaa (radhiyallahu ‘anha) was once asked as to what the best action of her husband, Sayyiduna Abud Dardaa (radhiyallahu ‘anhu), was. She replied that it was his contemplation. (Musannaf ibn Abi Shaibah #35729) On one occasion, Sayyiduna Abud Dardaa (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) himself said, “A single moment of reflection is better than standing in Salaah for the entire night.” (Musannaf ibn Abi Shaibah #35728) We are surrounded by signs – from the stars that adorn the night to the birds that glide across the sky. Yet if our hearts are preoccupied and distracted, we will look but never truly see; we will glance but never grasp. Set aside just a few minutes each day to look around and reflect. Do not simply scroll past the sunrise or swipe past the raindrops. Pause… Observe… Think… Who created this? Why did He make it so beautiful? What message is it conveying to me? Through this simple habit, our hearts will begin to soften. Our eyes will begin to truly see. Gradually, the veils will be lifted, enabling us to witness the world not merely through the lens of the eye, but through the illumination of Imaan and the light of the heart. uswatulmuslimah

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By Mufti Ebrahim Desai (Rahimahullah) The code of our Imān is to believe in the Oneness of Allāh Ta’ālā and the Nubuwwah of Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam. Belief and reverence for Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam is an integral and inseparable component of our faith. Imān cannot be accepted without believing in and revering Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam. The actual reverence of Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam is to believe that: 1) Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam came to this world as the greatest human being. This is a reality and not just a fairy tale. 2) Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam was chosen by Allāh Ta’ālā to be the recipient of divine revelation (Wahī). 3) Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam was bestowed the responsibility of conveying the message of Allāh Ta’ālā to humanity, which he fulfilled in the best manner. 4) Among the various Messengers of Allāh Ta’ālā, Rasūlullāh Sallallāh Alaihi Wa Sallam is the leader and most superior. 5) Happiness and success in both the worlds lies solely in following the Sunnah of Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam. The salvation of every human being is directly linked to believing in Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam. When one is placed inside the grave, he/she will be asked to recognize Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam. Consider the following narration:The deceased will be questioned in the grave, “What do you know about this man (Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam)?” (Sahīh Bukhārī) In order for one to be true in revering Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam, the overwhelming love and obedience of Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam should be present in every moment of one’s life. The demand of love is that the lover yearns to be in the company of the beloved. If this is not possible, then one adopts the beautiful ways and lifestyle of the beloved. When we consider the endless efforts and sleepless nights of Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam for the sake of his Ummah, then we would realise that even if we were to dedicate our entire lives in the service and obedience of Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam, this would fall short of doing justice to the gratitude due to him. Taking out one day or one month to address the different facets of the beautiful life of Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam is not sufficient. A believer should spend every day of his life imitating and spreading the Sunnats of Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam. Nevertheless, we cherish any opportunity we get to talk about Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam and inculcate in us and others the love and reverence of Rasūlullāh Sallallāhu Alaihi Wa Sallam. May Allah Ta’ala fill our hearts with the love of Rasulullah Sallallahu Alayhi Wa Sallam and enable to live our lives emulating his Sunnah, Ameen. Jamiatul Ulama (KZN) Council of Muslim Theologians

Step-by-Step Ablution (Wudu) Guide Bismi Llahir Rahmanir Rahim by Naielah Ackbarali The Prophet ﷺ said: “A Muslim does not perform ablution (wuḍūʾ) and perfect it, and offer prayer, except that he will be forgiven (for his sins) during the period from one prayer to the next.” [Bukhari] Perfecting the ablution (wuḍūʾ) means to perform it completely with its sunna actions and etiquettes. AlhamduliLlah, through striving to beautify our worship and ensuring that it is done correctly, our sins will be washed away. Other narrations indicate that the gates of Paradise are opened for the person who perfects their ablution (wuḍūʾ). This is an encouragement for all Muslims to be avid to offer the best ablution (wuḍūʾ) possible to Allah Most High. The following is a step-by-step guide for both men and women of how to make ablution (wuḍūʾ) in the most complete form, as outlined by scholars from the Hanafi madhhab. Step-by-Step Ablution (Wudu) Guide - ISLAMIC COUNSELING & COACHING

Step-by-Step Prayer Guide For Muslim Women Bismi Llahir Rahmanir Rahim by Naielah Ackbarali Allah Most High says: “Successful indeed are the believers: those who humble themselves in prayer.” [Surat al-Mu’minun, v. 1-2] The word humble (khushu’) means to bring about a state of perfect concentration, such that one’s focus is only on remembering Allah Most High alone. For the believing woman, she approaches the prayer with a heart that is alive and filled with love for her Lord. Deep down, she longs for a strong connection with her Creator, and a way to be with Him continuously. The prayer is her purpose, her salvation, her hope, and her comfort in this world. It is special and sacred to her. Thus, she strives to perfect it and perform it to the best of her ability. This step-by-step guide was created to help Muslim sisters learn how to perform the actions of the prayer in a correct manner, and in a way that is pleasing to their Lord inshaAllah. It is based on the rulings of the Hanafi madhhab. Before Beginning the Prayer: Remove any actual filth from one’s clothes, body and place of prayer, especially if it exceeds the excused amount. Actual filth consists of blood, vomit, pus, human feces or urine, wine/alcohol and so forth. The excusable amount is equal to 5 cm in diameter for liquid filth and 5 grams in weight for solid filth. Perform the ritual ablution (wudu). For a step-by-step guide for ablution, click HERE. Ensure that one’s body is covered properly and one is not wearing sheer clothing that exposes the hair or the color of the skin. A woman must cover her entire body except for the face, hands, and feet in the prayer. However, it is superior to cover the feet due to the difference of opinion amongst the scholars. Ensure that the relevant prayer time has entered, whether it be Fajr, Zhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, or Isha. Face the qibla. Make the intention for the specific prayer that one is praying. One must intend either Fajr, Zuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha or Witr for the obligatory and necessary prayers. For the sunna or nafl, one can intend to perform a sunna prayer without specifying which sunna it is. If one is praying behind an imam, then one must also intend to follow the imam for a group prayer. Regardless of the type of prayer, one does not need to intend the amount of cycles (raka’at). Continue at this link for a full guide with diagrams

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jamiat.org “Team work makes dream work’’ Series 2 – Chapter 1 Disclaimer: The stories in our articles are not factual. Their themes however, are based on real life challenges. This series is aimed at the married males in our community. As with series one, using real life stories, we will attempt to tread over some challenging marital minefields. InshaAllah, we look towards resolutions and not explosions! In series 1, which was aimed at the married females, we looked at, the perfection of our Deen, the perfect marriage system that Allah has created for us to enjoy with dignity and that spouses are meant to complement one another. However, since humans are imperfect and our level of Taqwa is rather diluted in comparison to the Sahaba Radiyallahu Anhum, there is bound to be some misunderstanding, miscommunicating and other such “misses” through the spousal relationship. When these happen, perhaps we may use it as a reminder of the fact that the Sifat (Quality) of Perfection belongs to Allah alone and we certainly cannot expect humans to be flawless. We also looked at some useful skills to apply to mitigate the marital challenges and where necessary, the permissibility of some tough decisions. In this Chapter, we promised to help the males understand how to humbly carry their position as the Ameer (leader) of the family. Let’s begin: One sunny summer’s day, into our offices stormed a husband in crisis. Smouldering Saleem expressed that he had had just about enough from his wife. She had physically lashed out at him over what seemed to him like a small issue. Within consult, we were advised by the husband that “we must immediately fix his wife or else!” With that rather stern warning in tow, we managed to contain his smouldering and advised him diplomatically that whilst our centre does not offer overnight express miracles, we most certainly may assist them both over time with their challenges. Sounds a bit funny at this point, but as you would guess, it was not at all so in that hour. Within the session we came to understand that in their relationship, as Ameer of the family, Smouldering Suleman took on his responsibility of steering their ship a bit too strongly…with some sharp yanking at the helm! He took most decisions without mashwera (consulting/discussion) with his wife and expected that things go as he had planned most of the time because he was of course the captain. Let’s pause for a moment…If this description sounds a bit like you, then I’ll ask you to step into your wife’s world for a bit. Always receiving instruction, no opinions are accepted, let alone understood, constantly having to follow the husband’s lead…suddenly feels a bit hot under the collar, doesn’t it? Back to reality, know that your strength and capability to navigate turbulent seas is MashaAllah, strapping. However, even a captain has a first officer who he consults with regarding an alternative perspective. Hearing your wife’s point of view is useful and does NOT diminish your authority. It elevates your status in her eyes and heart. Remember how Nabi Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam asked his wife Umme Salamah Radiyallahu Anha for advice when the sahaba Radiyallahu Anhum felt sad and didn’t remove their Ihraam after being unable to perform Umrah due to being prevented from the Kuffar of Makkah. Our beloved Nabi Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam took her advice and removed his Ihraam, and the Sahaba Radiyallahu Anhum followed suit. Try it out sometimes… Ask your spouse her opinion on a subject and listen to her perspective. It does not mean that you must follow it, but it may amaze you how smart she is…if only you pause enough to ask and listen. It will do your relationship a whole lot of good if you engage in a mashwera (consulting) process with your spouse especially where the decisions concern her. A gradual approach for the Ameer to initiate a mashwera process: At first it may feel like a daunting process. No, it does not mean you are giving away your title as Ameer. It means you are managing your position within the framework of Deen and ‘teamwork makes dream work’. Soon you will notice your relationship begin to improve. Begin with a general topic, like the weather or world news. Once you feel comfortable with hearing her opinions about this, work your way inwards to more sensitive topics. AVOID presenting your opinion when she is busy discussing hers. The point of this process is to listen to her without correcting/changing it. Of course her opinion is going to be different from yours! If Allah has created every single fingerprint different, it’s the Same One Allah who has also created your mind and her mind to think differently. We find that many males choose to engage in logical discussions rather than emotional ones. If this is your personality then this guideline may be useful for you. Repeat what it is that she has said. Another word for this is ‘validate’. This helps her feel understood. You may also add on words like “this sounds important to you” or “you saying that you like/dislike….” Thank her for her perspective and time even if you won’t follow her suggestion that time. Try as best as possible to consider her needs and appease her because one day the Ameer will stand accountable before his Creator. Now, what to do with all that extra steering energy? We may redirect this muscle into healthier outlets. One of the skills we strongly recommend for our males is regular exercise. Exercise will help you manage the strength that you have otherwise been over-investing in your role. InshaAllah, in the next Chapter we will look at Danyal’s Dilemmas and how he worked on mitigating these. Appa Z Aboobaker

Didn't realize that some of the products are gone, the one that they are now labeling as "Shariah Compliant", I don't know about so I have edited and removed them Jazakallahu Khayran

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