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Having all hope in Allah and no fear of his punishment can make us arrogant and we can feel like we don’t need to obey Allah as much as we should in order to attain his mercy.
Likewise, having no hope in Allah and only fearing him will overwhelm us and can eventually make us give up trying to please Him.
So balancing hope in Allah's mercy with the awareness of His justice guides us on a humble path of obedience.
And also this Equilibrium prevents arrogance and despair, leading us towards a fulfilling spiritual journey and guiding us closer to Him.
The meaning of the word 'Islam' itself is 'submission.'
All the prophets - Adam, Nuh, Ibrahim, Musa, Isa, Muhammad ‘alayhimus-salam - and all the other prophets - called people to this same message of submitting to Allah—in other words, to be Muslims, which means Submitters to God.
Allah says:
وَمَآ أَرْسَلْنَا مِن قَبْلِكَ مِن رَّسُولٍ إِلَّا نُوحِىٓ إِلَيْهِ أَنَّهُۥ لَآ إِلَـٰهَ إِلَّآ أَنَا۠ فَٱعْبُدُونِ
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We never sent a messenger before you ˹O Muhammad except revealing to him: “There is no god ˹worthy of worship˺ except Me, so worship Me ˹alone˺.”"
[Surah Al-Anbiya (21:25)]
Qiyam al-Layl is our direct connection to Allah.
It’s a time for personal communication with our Creator.
Even if we do just 2 rak'ahs and 1 rak'ah of witr consistently, it can have a great impact on our spiritual growth.
Let’s strive to incorporate Qiyam al-Layl into our routine for greater closeness to Allah.
The first command the Prophet ﷺ ever received from Allah ﷻ was “Iqra,” which means "read!"
Allah begins many surahs in the Qur’an by describing it as a guidance, a light, and wisdom for mankind.
Allah says:
"ألم ﴿ذلِكَ الكِتابُ لا رَيبَ فيهِ هُدًى لِلمُتَّقينَ﴾"
"Alif Lam Mim (1) This is the Book about which there is no doubt, a guidance for those conscious of Allāh." [Al-Baqarah: 2]
In Surah Yunus:
"﴿الر تِلكَ آياتُ الكِتابِ الحَكيمِ﴾"
"Alif Lam Ra (1) These are the verses of the wise Book." [Yunus: 1]
And in Surah Al-Hijr:
"الٓر ۚ تِلْكَ ءَايَـٰتُ ٱلْكِتَـٰبِ ٱلْمُبِينِ"
"Alif Lam Ra. These are the verses of the clear Book." [Al-Hijr: 1]
The Qur’an is a book of wisdom, a guide for all of humanity. The more time we spend with Allah’s book, the more He will guide us in our lives.
Let’s make the Qur’an a regular part of our lives and seek its light and wisdom.
Seeking inspiration on your faith journey? Look no further than the righteous predecessors—the Sahabah and the Salaf.
Allah praises the Prophet’s ﷺ companions multiple times in the Quran for their unwavering faith and urges us to follow their path. He ﷻ says:
"وَالسّابِقونَ الأَوَّلونَ مِنَ المُهاجِرينَ وَالأَنصارِ وَالَّذينَ اتَّبَعوهُم بِإِحسانٍ رَضِيَ اللَّهُ عَنهُم وَرَضوا عَنهُ وَأَعَدَّ لَهُم جَنّاتٍ تَجري تَحتَهَا الأَنهارُ خالِدينَ فيها أَبَدًا ذلِكَ الفَوزُ العَظيمُ"
"And the first forerunners [in the religion] among the Muhājireen and the Anṣār and those who followed them with good conduct—Allāh is pleased with them and they are pleased with Him, and He has prepared for them gardens beneath which rivers flow, wherein they will abide forever. That is the great achievement." (At-Tawbah: 100)
Let’s commit to following the example of the Sahabah and the Salaf, seeking Allah’s pleasure and striving for the eternal gardens of Jannah.
Start by surrounding yourself with people who help you on that journey.
Allah says:
"ٱلْأَخِلَّآءُ يَوْمَئِذٍۭ بَعْضُهُمْ لِبَعْضٍ عَدُوٌّ إِلَّا ٱلْمُتَّقِينَ"
"Close friends will be enemies to one another on that Day, except the righteous." (Az-Zukhruf 43:67)
Our friends and daily companions have a significant impact on our thoughts and actions.
The Prophet ﷺ said: “A good companion, in comparison with a bad one, is like that of the musk seller and the blacksmith's bellows (or furnace); from the first you would either buy musk or enjoy its good smell, while the bellows would either burn your clothes or your house, or you get a bad, nasty smell from it."
The Prophet's ﷺ example highlights how the company we keep shapes us. Let’s strive to surround ourselves with righteous, pious companions who help us grow closer to Allah ﷻ.
The Prophet ﷺ said:
'And if Musa (alayhi as-salam) were alive, he would not be able to do anything except to follow me.'
The status of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is unparalleled. He is the best of creation, chosen by Allah for unique roles in this world and the Hereafter.
Allah honored our Prophet ﷺ with this esteemed status, a rank that remains unparalleled until the Day of Resurrection.
Wudu and Ghusl are essential for maintaining ritual cleanliness before Salah.
Without them, our prayers are not accepted.
Let’s make sure we perform these acts of purification properly.
The Prophet ﷺ said:
“Recite Surat Al-Ikhlas and Al-Mu'awwidhatain (Surat Al-Falaq and Surat An-Nas) three times at dawn and dusk. It will suffice you in all respects.” [Abu Dawud and At-Tirmidhi]
Let’s include these surahs in our morning and evening routine.
While the angel Jibril (A.S) was sitting with the Messenger of Allah ﷺ, he heard a sound above him. He looked up and said:
"This is a gate that has been opened in heaven today. It was never opened before."
Then Angel then came down through that gate. Jibril remarked:
"This is an angel who has come down to earth. He never came down before."
The angel greeted them and said:
"Rejoice with two lights given to you. Such lights were not given to any Prophet before you. These lights are: Fatihatul-Kitab (Surat Al-Fatihah) and the concluding verses of Surat Al-Baqarah. You will never recite a word from them without being given the blessings it contains."
This hadith highlights and emphasizes the unique and powerful blessings of these two parts of the Quran and the guidance they provide to those who recite them.
The Prophet ﷺ said:
“Whoever says سُبْحَانَ اللهِ وَبِحَمْدِهِ one hundred times a day, will have his sins forgiven even if they are like the foam of the sea.”
(Al-Bukhari and Muslim)
Let’s commit to this daily dhikr for forgiveness.
Are you striving for the highest levels in Jannah?
Aim High: Always aspire for the highest levels in Jannah and be steadfast in your righteous actions.
Allah says:
"وَسارِعوا إِلى مَغفِرَةٍ مِن رَبِّكُم وَجَنَّةٍ عَرضُهَا السَّماواتُ وَالأَرضُ أُعِدَّت لِلمُتَّقينَ"
"And hasten to forgiveness from your Lord and a garden [i.e., Paradise] as wide as the heavens and earth, prepared for the righteous." (Āli ‘Imrān: 133)
Allah encourages us to hasten towards good deeds, aiming for the highest ranks in Jannah. Let’s have high hopes for Allah’s blessings and mercy and take consistent steps toward achieving them.
In the evening, the Prophet ﷺ would say:
أَمْسَيْنَا وَأَمْسَى الْمُلْكُ لِلَّهِ وَالْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ , وَلَا إِلَهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ وَحْدَهُ لَا شَرِيكَ لَهُ , لَهُ الْمُلْكُ وَلَهُ الْحَمْدُ وَهُوَ عَلَى كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِيرٌ.
Let’s end our day with dua and gratitude.
"The foundation of every act of worship is Niyyah," as the Prophet ﷺ said:
'إِنَّمَا الْأَعْمَالُ بِالنِّيَّاتِ'
'Verily actions are by intentions' (Sahih al-Bukhari 1).
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Our beloved Prophet ﷺ said,
“There is not one of you but that his place in Paradise and Hellfire has already been written.”
They said, “Ya Rasulullah, shall we not depend upon that alone?”
The Prophet said, “No, proceed with deeds, for everyone will find it easy to do such deeds that will lead him to his destined place.”
He then recited:
فَأَمَّا مَنْ أَعْطَىٰ وَٱتَّقَىٰ (5) وَصَدَّقَ بِٱلْحُسْنَىٰ (6) فَسَنُيَسِّرُهُۥ لِلْيُسْرَىٰ (7) وَأَمَّا مَنۢ بَخِلَ وَٱسْتَغْنَىٰ
(8) وَكَذَّبَ بِٱلْحُسْنَىٰ (9) فَسَنُيَسِّرُهُۥ لِلْعُسْرَىٰ (10)
"As for those who give and are righteous, they will have an easy time. But as for those who are stingy and consider themselves above it, they will have a difficult time." [Surah Al-Layl 92:5-10]
Allahu Akbar! 🌿
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The Prophet ﷺ said, “Iman wears out in your heart as clothes wear out, so ask Allah to renew the faith in your hearts.”
[This hadith is considered sahih by Al-Albani]
We understand that Iman isn't static...
It rises and falls and, much like how we nurture our bodies with good food and exercise, both mental and physical, our iman too needs consistent nourishment.
This serves as a reminder of the importance of constantly reviving our faith.
It also tells us a very important way of achieving that: by making dua to Allah - asking Him - to keep our Iman strong and renewed.
Just like preparing for an important meeting, we should mentally prepare for Salah.
Be present and aware of yourself when you pray.
Allah is listening and responding to us during Salah.
When we say
“اهدنا الصراط المستقيم”
(Guide us to the straight path),
Allah says:
“This is for My servant, and My servant will receive what he asks for.”
Let’s cherish this conversation with Allah and pray with sincerity.
Qiyam al-Layl is our direct connection to Allah.
It’s a time for personal communication with our Creator.
Even if we do just 2 rak'ahs and 1 rak'ah of witr consistently, it can have a great impact on our spiritual growth.
Let’s strive to incorporate Qiyam al-Layl into our routine for greater closeness to Allah.
Salah is our direct connection to Allah.
It’s a time for personal communication with our Creator.
Let’s value this connection and make each Salah meaningful.
Purification is essential in Islam and comes in two main forms:
Ritual cleanliness: This includes Wudu (ablution) and Ghusl (full-body purification) before prayer, which spiritually prepares us to stand before Allah.
Physical cleanliness: This involves ensuring our bodies, clothes, and the place of prayer are free from impurities, reflecting the importance of purity in our daily lives.
By maintaining both types of purification, we ensure that our prayers are accepted and that we approach worship with the reverence it deserves.
Allah says,
“Indeed, prayer prohibits immorality and wrongdoing” (Al-‘Ankabūt: 45).
Salah is a powerful tool to keep us on the right path.
Let’s strive to perform it with sincerity and focus.
Are you truly making the most of your time to grow closer to Allah?
Value Your Time: Every moment is an opportunity to strengthen your iman and deepen your connection with Allah.
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, "Take advantage of five before five: your youth before your old age, your health before your sickness, your wealth before your poverty, your free time before you are preoccupied, and your life before your death." (Narrated by Al-Hakim and authenticated by Al-Albani)
Let’s seize these precious moments to enrich our faith and live with true purpose.
Every time we pray, we engage in a conversation with Allah, and He responds to our words.
Let’s be present and mindful during Salah, knowing that Allah is listening and responding.
Believers hold every prophet and messenger in high regard, affirming their truthfulness and righteousness. They do not differentiate by believing in some and rejecting others. Allah SWT says in the Quran:
لَا نُفَرِّقُ بَيْنَ أَحَدٍ مِّن رُّسُلِهِ
'We make no distinction between any of His messengers.'
(Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:285)
However, it is important to recognize that prophets hold different levels in the sight of Allah.
This variation in rank is part of divine wisdom, with certain prophets being given special honors, such as those known as the 'Ulul Azm,' the resolute ones among the prophets.
Allah says:
"أَقِيمُوا الصَّلاةَ وَآتُوا الزَّكَاةَ وَارْكَعُوا مَعَ الرَّاكِعِينَ"
"And establish prayer and give zakah and bow with those who bow [in worship and obedience]." (Al-Baqarah 2:43)
This verse emphasizes the importance of prayer, giving zakah, and the power of worshiping together in unity and obedience to Allah.
Think about a time when everyone will be judged. The ones who were too proud will be brought down to size. And that’s when it really counts.
So, shouldn't we all check ourselves and try to get rid of any pride we might be holding onto?
Allah says:
حافِظُوا عَلَى الصَّلَوَاتِ وَالصَّلَاةِ الْوُسْطَىٰ وَقُومُوا لِلَّهِ قَانِتِينَ
"Observe the [five obligatory] prayers—especially the middle prayer—and stand in true devotion to Allah."
Taking care of our prayer times, purity, and intentions is crucial.
Have you ever thought about the importance of your intentions?
Have Sincere Intention: Turn to Allah both inwardly and outwardly. Remember, the sole purpose of worship is for Allah:
وَمَا خَلَقْتُ ٱلْجِنَّ وَٱلْإِنسَ إِلَّا لِيَعْبُدُونِ
"And I did not create jinn and humans except to worship Me” [al-Dhaariyaat 51:56].
Be aware of your inner dialogue, especially when you're doing good deeds. Ensure that you're doing them for the sake of Allah only, not to impress those around you. The Prophet ﷺ said:
“Actions are judged by intention.”
Let's strive to purify our hearts and worship with sincerity.
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In the morning, the Prophet ﷺ would say:
أَصْبَحْنَا وَأَصْبَحَ الْمُلْكُ لِلَّهِ وَالْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ , لاَ إِلَهَ إلاَّ اللَّهُ وَحْدَهُ لاَ شَرِيكَ لَهُ , لَهُ الْمُلْكُ وَلَهُ الْحَمْدُ وَهُوَ عَلَى كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِيرٌ.
Let’s start our day with praise and remembrance of Allah.
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Remember that what really matters is being good inside and following that up with righteous actions. Understand that true superiority lies in taqwa, God consciousness and piety,
As Allah swt said:
Surely the most noble of you in the sight of Allah is the most righteous among you. Allah is truly All-Knowing, All-Aware.
[al-Hujuraat 49:13]
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