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The Life of This World January 24, 2008

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Life of This world is a Transient Shade -by Abdul Malik al Qasim[PDF]

Description from the publisher: This is a concise book on the transient nature of this world; beautified for us by the things we covet; women, children, and wealth in general. These passing pleasures and temporary joys are made insignificant by Allah (swt) when He describes to us the extreme beauty of the Home of the Hereafter in the Qur’an. So whoever is well-focused and is contented with his provision in this life will obtain this supreme reward. This book is therefore a brief reminder and a source of strength for those who are true in faith, word, and deed.

Gems and Jewels: Wise Sayings, Interesting Events and Moral Lessons January 2, 2008

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This is an Audio version of the book. Wise Sayings, Interesting Events and Moral Lessons from the Islamic History. Excerpts and passages collected from many books written by the scholars of Islam have been compiled in this volume. The contents will be of equal interest to all Muslims whether they are children or adults, and similarly they will gain a lot of virtues, develop good character patterns, and adopt intellectual behaviour in their lives from the examples of the great personalities of Islam. Go to the audio page and listen to this amazing series.

The Lofty Virtues of Ibn Taymiyyah January 2, 2008

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“He was imprisoned many times, for many months and years, and he never turned his back and ran. His enemies tried to kill him many times, discussing their plans publicly and privately…”

“He would never appear tired in front of anyone who came to ask him a question. Rather, he would greet the questioner with a pleasant face and stand with him until he was the one who proceeded to leave - whether such a person was old or young, a man or a woman, a free man or a slave, a scholar or a layman, a city resident or a bedouin…”

“He (may Allah be Pleased with him) was from the bravest of people and had the strongest heart. I never saw anyone who stood firmer than he did, or was more focuse…”

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Zaadhaan, not Zidane! December 17, 2007

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Here is the story of how the Tabi’ee Zaadhaan repented. He narrates:

I was a boy with a nice voice and I was good at playing drums. I was once with a friend and we had nabeedh (a date infusion drink that can turn alcoholic) and I was singing for my friends. Ibn Mas’ud was passing by and entered upon us; he struck the drink container we had and broke the drum. Then he said, “O boy! If your nice voice was to be heard reciting Qur`aan instead you would be the man!” And then he went on his way. I asked my friends, “Who was that?” They told me it was Ibn Mas’ud. At that point tawbah was cast into my soul, and so I ran after him crying, I grabbed his garment and he turned to me and embraced me and cried. He said, “Welcome to him who Allah loves. Sit down.” He then went inside and brought out some dates for me.

Thereafter, Zaadhaan became pious; Al-Dhahabi also reports that he was seen praying and it was as if he was a piece of wood or a tree in his stillness and humility in prayer.

He died in 82H, Allah have mercy on him.

Al-Dhahabi said about Zaadhaan:

He was one of the major scholars, he was born during the life of the Prophet – Allah’s peace and blessing be upon him…he was a reliable and truthful reporter…he reported numerous ahadith. The following are some of the Companions he reported from:

  • ‘Umar
  • ‘Ali
  • Salmaan (Al-Faarsi)
  • Ibn Mas’ud
  • ‘Aa`ishah
  • Hudhayfah
  • Jareer Al-Bajali
  • Ibn ‘Umar
  • Al-Baraa` b. ‘Aazib

Al-Dhahabi, Siyar A’laam Al-Nubalaa`, in his biography of Zaadhaan.

“Death will overtake you!” November 30, 2007

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“Every soul will taste death, and you will only be given your [full] compensation on the Day of Resurrection. So he who is drawn away from the Fire and admitted to Paradise has attained [his desire]. And what is the life of this world except the enjoyment of delusion. ” (Surah آل عمران Aal-E-Imran:185)

Video taken from a Traffic Camera:

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The following is a fictional narrative concerning the image above. It is written to emphasize the severity of the situation and point out to people the reality of death. Verily every soul shall taste death and only on the Day of Judgment shall we see our actions in front of us and we will then be admitted into Jannah or Jahannam to abide therein for eternity.

The Story:

As he waited for the signal to change, Ahmed went over the stuff that needed to get done that day. Put in a couple of hours worth of study, hit the gym and then finally head to his girlfriend’s house. After the exams next week, he was going to make sure he slept in every single day and do absolutely nothing. Going out to the movies with his buddies and just thriving on all the free time he had till the next semester were looking real good!

Had he but known these were his final steps being taken in this world, he might have had other more more important things to worry about. However man is ever unaware of the purpose of his creation and rarely thinks about his time after his death.

The signal finally changed to go and Ahmed briskly made his way to the other side of the street. With his bag hung limply over one shoulder and one of his hands tucked in his pocket, he walked across the street and noticed the beauty of the trees across the street.

As he picked up his stride and neared the sidewalk, two cars suddenly crashed into each other with the hideous sound of metal bodies becoming one. Frightened and filled with anxiety, Ahmed began to run and try to escape the carnage that was making its way towards him. His heart was beating so fast and every step he took was seemed slower than the last. Noo! he thought as he tried to outstrip his death. However, little did he know that he was in fact running towards his own demise.

Say (to them): “Verily, the death from which you flee will surely meet you then you will be sent back to (Allah), the All-Knower…” (الجمعة Al-Jumua:8)

Had he just stayed put where he was, the car might have missed him but death was written for him that day and there was no turning back. With his tears streaming down his face, Ahmed ran screaming across to the other side with the hope of staying alive, even if it may be for just one more hour. As the car flipped over to its side, it hurled into Ahmed overtaking him completely and crushing his thin body…