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Ecology and islamic values III
"Tawheed" and 'Adl, "Unity" and 'Justice" Allah's Tawheed or Unity is central to the Quranic message, and with that unity comes perfect justice. The idea that everything in this world, indeed everything in all of the many worlds that surround us in space and time, and perhaps other dimensions as well, stems from a single source,.. More -
Ecology and Islamic values - I
I could understand "do not drink the water." Or even "no swimming—polluted water." But "do not touch the water"!? Something about that sign, and the reality it pointed to seemed deeply, irrevocably wrong. The fact that it was the nearest campground to Disneyland somehow made the whole situation even creepier. The.. More -
The practice of the Prophet during the Last Ten Nights
‘Aa’ishah, may Allah be pleased with her, reported: “When the last ten days of Ramadan came, the Prophet sallallaahu alayhi wa sallam would stay up all night, wake his family and gird his loins”. [Al-Bukhari & Muslim]. In the book of Imaam Muslim the narration read: “He strove hard and girded his loins”. Imaam.. More -
The Asceticism of the Prophet
Asceticism entails renouncing something, so one cannot be called an ascetic except when he is capable of obtaining something but instead refrains from it out of asceticism. Thus, whoever renounces something that he is not capable of obtaining is not considered an ascetic. This is why many of the righteous predecessors considered that ‘Umar ibn.. More -
The Faithfulness of the Prophet
Faithfulness was one of the noble characteristics and good morals of the Prophet, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, in that he never violated a covenant, denied anyone their due, broke a promise or betrayed anyone. He fulfilled the command of Allah The Almighty in the Quranic verse (which means): {And do not approach the orphan's property except.. More -
The Compassion, Mercy and Clemency of the Prophet
It pleases Allah The Almighty when His servants show compassion and mercy towards others. The Prophet, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, said: "The merciful enjoy the Mercy of Allah. Have mercy on those on earth so that Allah The Almighty will have mercy upon you." [Abu Daawood, At-Tirmithi and Al-Albaani: Saheeh] Believers, according.. More -
Some Distinguishing Characteristics of the Prophet
Allah The Almighty gifted exclusive characteristics to the Prophet, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, which no one before him or after him enjoyed. Little wonder then that he is the most honored and celebrated human in the sight of Allah and the best Messenger Allah The Almighty has sent to all humanity. The distinguishing characteristics of.. More -
The Wisdom of the Prophet in Reforming the Hearts – I
The wisdom of the Prophet, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, in reconciliation and establishment: When the Prophet, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, arrived in Madeenah, there were various groups of people each with different beliefs and aims. These groups were separated as they had conflicts with each other, some of which were old and inherited.. More -
The Guidance of the Prophet in Visiting the Sick
Human beings naturally love those who are kind to them and show their concern about them, and this type of love increases in moments of human weakness, like when a person is bedridden and diseases afflict and exhaust him. In this situation, visiting has a far-reaching effect and a deep impact that has its source in the compassion and condolences that.. More -
The Prophet’s Guidance in His Khutbahs
The Prophet, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, was distinguished by being granted the keys of eloquent speech and wise sayings. He, sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam, said: “I was given the keys of eloquent speech.” He, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, would use simple words and a fine style in his Khutbahs (sermons) and Hadeeths. His.. More -
The Prophet’s Guidance in Trading
The life of the prophets, may Allah exalt their mention, were complete and combined the human aspects and characteristics of the Divine Message. Like all other prophets and messengers, the human nature of the Prophet, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, was mentioned in his biography and anyone who reads it can easily recognize it. Like all people,.. More -
The Guidance of the Prophet in Marriage
Allah The Almighty urges and encourages marriage because of the great wisdom behind it and the benefits it brings mankind including lowering the gaze, maintaining chastity, preserving purity of ancestry, producing righteous children, achieving psychological and spiritual tranquility between the husband and wife, protecting against unlawful relationships,.. More -
The Guidance of the Prophet in Travels
Traveling gives people an opportunity to get away from work pressure and the problems of daily life, so Ash-Shaafi’i, may Allah have mercy upon him, recommended that everyone travel, especially as there are five benefits to traveling. It assists in: 1- Relieving sorrow 2- Earning a living 3- Acquiring knowledge 4- Making friendships 5-.. More -
Prophetic Guidance in sleeping and waking up
The Prophet, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, chosen by Allah The Almighty as the best of all people and sent as a mercy to His slaves, was, in every aspect, the finest example of guidance to model oneself on. He, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, was the perfect role model in his worship and daily life, in public and private, whether night.. More -
The Prophet’s Courage
Courage is one of the noblest characteristics of men. It is the sign of strength, and the dignity of the Ummah (Muslim nation) depends on it. For this reason, the strong believer is better and more loved by Allah The Almighty than the weak one. Courage is the quality of those who are strong and not intimidated by fear, and are not weak or feeble. The.. More
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