A Prophetic Condemnation of Racism

 

A Prophetic Condemnation of Racism

Ibn ‘Umar narrated that the Messenger of Allāh (ﷺ) gave a sermon to the people on the day of the conquest of Makkah, and he said: “O you people! Verily Allāh has abolished the arrogance of pre-Islamic ignorance from you, and its reverence to your forefathers. So, now there are two types of men: A man who is righteous, has piety and is honourable before Allāh, and a wicked man who is miserable and insignificant to Allāh. People are children of Ādam and Allāh created Ādam from the earth. Allāh said: {O you people! We have created you from a male and a female, and made you into nations and tribes so that you may know one another. Verily, the most honourable of you with Allāh is the one who has most piety. Verily, Allāh is ‘Alīm [All-Knowing], Khabīr [Perfectly Aware]} (49:13).”

Ibn al-‘Arabī said in commentary of this narration:

“During the days of pre Islamic ignorance, nobility would be based on particular features as opposed to piety. So Allāh nullified all forms of pride and nobility based on inherent or inherited features and only left that [nobility] connected to piety; which is to obey Allāh and adhere to His legislation. Whereby the origin of man is one, from clay. And their father is one, Ādam, who is the origin [from which humans were born], Ādam and Ḥawa” [Eve].

 Explanation of At-Tirmithi by Ibn Al-‘Arabi (volume 6 pg 112) Chapter of Tafsīr: Al-Ḥujurat.

Translator: Daar us Sunnah

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Taken from: https://dusunnah.com/article/a-prophetic-condemnation-of-racism/

Celebrating Valentine’s

  

Celebrating Valentine’s

Questioner:

Celebrating Valentine’s Day has recently become widespread, especially amongst female students. It is a Christian celebration and they celebrate it by wearing completely red attire consisting of red clothing and red shoes, and by exchanging red flowers. We would like from your eminence a clarification of the ruling on celebrating these kinds of events. Also, what is your advice to the Muslims regarding these kinds of affairs? May Allāh preserve you and look after your affairs.

Shaykh Muḥammad ibn Ṣāliḥ al-ʿUthaimīn:

Celebrating Valentine’s Day is not permissible from a number of angles.

Firstly, it is an unorthodox celebration that has no basis in Islamic rules and customs.

Secondly, it encourages excessive passion and infatuation.

Thirdly, it encourages a person to preoccupy his heart with the likes of these lowly affairs that are in opposition to the guidance of the righteous predecessors, may Allāh be pleased with them.

So it is not permissible to initiate on this day anything symbolic of a celebration, whether it be supplying food, drink or clothing, exchanging gifts or anything else.

A Muslim must derive honour from his religion and not be a yes-man, who follows all and sundry. I ask Allāh the Most High that He protects the Muslims from all trials and tribulations, both apparent and hidden, and that He takes care of us by taking charge of our affairs and leading us to success.

Source:

Majmū Fatāwā ash Shaykh ibn Uthaymīn (16/199)

Translator: Daar us Sunnah

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The Crescent Moon is not an Islamic Symbol Explained by Shaykh Salih Fawzan

The Crescent Moon is not an Islamic Symbol

Explained by Shaykh Salih Fawzan  حفظه الله

Question: May Allah reward you with good and treat you well. Why do the Muslims symbolize the crescent moon on the minarets of their Masjids?

Shaykh Fawzan: This is a custom they have taken and observed it. There is no basis for it from the standpoint of the religion. It is nothing more than a custom.

Translated by Rasheed ibn Estes Barbee

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Taken from: https://mtws.posthaven.com/the-crescent-moon-is-not-an-islamic-symbol-explained-by-shaykh-salih-fawzan

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The Repentance of pharaoh’s Magicians

  

The Repentance of pharaoh’s Magicians

Allaah (The Most High) said:

 قَالُوا لَن نُّؤْثِرَكَ عَلَىٰ مَا جَاءَنَا مِنَ الْبَيِّنَاتِ وَالَّذِي فَطَرَنَا ۖ فَاقْضِ مَا أَنتَ قَاضٍ ۖ إِنَّمَا تَقْضِي هَٰذِهِ الْحَيَاةَ الدُّنْيَا

”They said: “We prefer you not over the clear signs that have come to us, and to Him (Allah) Who created us. So decree whatever you desire to decree, for you can only decree (regarding) this life of the world.” [Soorah Taha: Ayah: 72]

Imaam Ibnul Qayyim (rahimahullaah) said:

And when Eemaan became established in their hearts, they came to know that the punishment of the worldly life is easier than the punishment of the afterlife and less abiding; and that what they are to receive of reward for Eemaan in the afterlife is greater, more beneficial and everlasting.

[Source:Badaa-I At-Tafseer Al-Jaami Limaa Fassarahu Al-Imaam Ibnu Qayyim Al-Jawziyyah: Page: 184; Vol: 2]

Taken from: https://salaficentre.com/2012/08/17/the-repentance-of-pharaohs-magicians/

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Becoming preoccupied with the flaws of others

Becoming preoccupied with the flaws of others

 Al-Imām ibn al-Qayyim, [may Allāh have mercy on him], said:

“Blessed is the one whose own shortcomings keep him occupied, preventing him from focusing on the faults of others. Woe to the one who neglects their own flaws and becomes preoccupied with the flaws of others.  

The former is a mark of true happiness, while the latter signifies wretchedness!”

Tareeq al-Hijratayn, 1/172 | Al-Imām ibn al-Qayyim [may Allāh have mercy on him]

Translation: Authentic Quotes

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Powerful Advice from a Nurturing Scholar: Avoid Anything that Causes Worry, Sadness, & Distress

 

Powerful Advice from a Nurturing Scholar: Avoid Anything that Causes Worry, Sadness, & Distress

Shaykh Ibn Uthaymeen (may Allah have mercy on him) said:

“Strive to distance yourself from anything that brings worry, sorrow, or distress so that you may always remain at ease, with a content and open heart, focused on Allah, His worship, and your worldly and spiritual affairs. If you practice this, you will find relief. However, if you burden yourself with regret over the past or excessive concern for the future in a way not sanctioned by Islamic teachings, know that you will exhaust yourself and miss out on much goodness.”

(Fath Dhi al-Jalali wal-Ikram 3/533).

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Our Rights

 Our Rights

Ibn Al-Qayyim [رحمه الله] said:

‎«إذا تأملت حال أكثر الناس وجدتهم ينظرون في حقهم على الله وﻻ ينظرون في حق الله عليهم .»

❝When you reflect upon the condition of the majority of the people you find that they look for their right upon Allaah but they do not look for Allaah's right upon them.❞

[Ighathaa Al-Lahafaan, (1/98)]

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