TEN DAYS OF ZIL HIJJAH (DETAIL)

THE FIRST TEN DAYS OF ZIL HIJJAH ARE FULL OF VIRTUES and great blessings. According to a large group of mufassireen (commentators of the Qur’aan), the ten nights mentioned in Soorah Al Fajr are the nights of the first ten days of Zil Hijjah.
Allah (SWT) says:

“By the Dawn; By the ten Nights”; (89:1-2)

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IMPORTANCE OF THE MONTH OF ZUL HAJJAH

* Hajj is performed in this month.

* The first ten days of Zul Hajjah are extremely sacred and good deeds are most beloved to Allah in these ten days.

The Prophet (sallellahu alaihi wa sallam) said: “No good deeds done on other days are superior to those done on these (first ten days of Zul Hajjah).” Then some companions of the Prophet (s.a.w.s.) said, “Not even Jihad?” He replied, “Not even Jihad”, except that of a man who does it by putting himself and his property in danger (for Allah’s sake) and does not return with any of those things.”
[Bukhari 15: 86]

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ACTS OF VIRTUE

There are certain specific acts of virtue in these blessed days of Zil Hijjah which are enumerated and explained below:

* Upon sighting the moon of Zil Hijjah, those people intending to perform Qurbaani should neither cut their hair nor clip their nails until the Qurbaani is performed. This is a mustahab (desirable) act derived from Hadeeth of the Prophet (sallallahu alayhi wa sallam) wherein he has said: “A person should neither clip his nails nor cut his hair until he performs qurbaani”. (lbne Maajah)

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ACTS OF VIRTUE

There are certain specific acts of virtue in these blessed days of Zil Hijjah which are enumerated and explained below:

* Upon sighting the moon of Zil Hijjah, those people intending to perform Qurbaani should neither cut their hair nor clip their nails until the Qurbaani is performed. This is a mustahab (desirable) act derived from Hadeeth of the Prophet (sallallahu alayhi wa sallam) wherein he has said: “A person should neither clip his nails nor cut his hair until he performs qurbaani”. (lbne Maajah)

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HADITH: First Ten Days Of Zil Hajj

The Prophet (sallallahu alayhi wasallam), has clearly mentioned the importance and the virtue of these blessed days.

It is reported by Abdullah Ibne Abbaas (radhiyallahu anhuma) that the Prophet (sallallahu alayhi wa sallam) said, “No good deeds done on other days are superior to those done on these (first ten days of zil hijjah).
Thereupon, some companions of the Prophet (sallallahu alayhi wa sallam) said, “Not even Jihadd ? ”

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IMPORTANT: Zil Hajj -1

Dear Muslim Brothers/Sisters Prepare yourself; Brace yourself; Make yourself Ready for the coming of the First Ten Days of Zil-Hajj!

It is a common misconception that, Importance of month of Zil-Haj is for the pilgrims performing Hajj or Qurbani. It has equal importance and BENEFITS for Non-Haji’s too. Such Importance that No other Days of the year can give such benefits as those that can be acheived in these First Ten Days of Zil-Hajj.

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Important Notes For Intending Hajj Pilgrims

1. Do not delay the Fardh Hajj.

2. Learn the details and Mas’aail of Hajj.

3. Niyyah (intention), make sincere intention.

4. Acquire halal and pure money.

5. Seek good companion.

6. Make taubah and seek forgiveness from all concerned people.

7. Arrange to pay all Debts and all responsibilities.

8. Take with you Halal earnings.

9. Perform two Raka’t before commencing the journey.

10. Meet all your friends and relatives.

11. Appoint an Ameer (leader).

12. Spend with generosity.

13. Forbearance: Make (Patience / Sabr) an habitual character of yours.

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Truthfulness In Business Transactions

Hakim bin Hizam (RadiAllahu anhu) reported that: Messenger of Allah (Sallellahu alaihi wa sallam) said: “Both parties in a business transaction have a right to annul it so long as they have not separated; and if they tell the truth and make everything clear to each other (i.e., the seller and the buyer speak the truth, the seller with regard to what is purchased, and the buyer with regard to the money) they will be blessed in their transaction, but if they conceal anything and lie, the blessing on their transaction will be eliminated.”
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim].

Commentary:

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Prophet’s (s.a.w.s.) First Friday Sermon In Al-Madinah

The following is a sermon that is mentioned in ibn Al-Qayyim’s famous book Zad Al-Ma’ad (Provisions of the hereafter). This book is one of the important resources of knowledge for those who seek to know the Seerah of their Prophet (Sallellahu alaihi wa sallam) as well as, the Fiqh learned from it. This is a book that is unique in that it explains the Sunnah through the Seerah and the Seerah through the Sunnah.

This sermon was delivered when the prophet (S.A.W.S.) first arrived in Quba / Al-Madinah and before he (S.A.W.S.) built his mosque in Al-Madinah.

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HADITH: First Thing To Be Questioned: Prayer

It was narrated from Abu Hurayrah (radiAllahu anhu) that the Prophet (sallellahu alaihi wa sallam) said: “The first thing among their deeds for which the people will be brought to account on the Day of Resurrection will be PRAYER.

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Speech On Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w.s.) (And The Message Of Islam)

There have been many biographies written and speeches given on Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w.s.) that have provided a glimpse of his life, the role that he played as a Messenger of God, and the message that he brought for mankind. However, the speech delivered by Ja‘far bin Abi Talib (r.a.) to the Christian king of Abyssinia (Ethiopia) in the 7th century to date is referenced as one of the most succinct and eloquent speeches that captured the moments of that era, and expressed the message of Islam concisely and clearly.

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PARENTING – RESPONSIBLITY AND ACCOUTABILITY!

The Prophet (S.A.W.S) said: “Each of you is a guardian and is responsible for his wards. The Ruler is a Guardian and the man is a guardian of the members of his household; and the women is a guardian and is responsible for her husbands house and his offsprings; and so each of you is responsible for his ward.”
[Bukhari and Muslim]

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HADITH: Benefits Of Prayer in Jamaat (congregation)

Narrated Abu Huraira (radiAllahu anhu): The Prophet (sallellahu alaihi wa sallam) said, “The prayer offered in congregation is twenty five times more superior (in reward) to the prayer offered alone in one’s house or in a business center, because if one performs ablution and does it perfectly, and then proceeds to the mosque with the sole intention of praying, then for each step which he takes towards the mosque, Allah upgrades him a degree in reward and (forgives) crosses out one sin till he enters the mosque.

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Good News For The Ummah Of Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w.s.)

‘Abdullah ibn Amr ibn al-‘As (radiAllahu anhuma) reported: Verily the Apostle of Allah (sallellahu alaihi wa sallam) recited the words of Allah, the Great and Glorious, that Ibrahim (a.s.) uttered. “My Lord! lo! they have led many of mankind astray: But whoso followeth me, he verily is of me” (al-Qur’an, xiv. 35) and Jesus (Isa) (a.s.) said:” If thou punisheth them, lo! they are Thy slaves, and if Thou forgiveth them-verily Thou art the Mighty, the Wise” (al-Qur’an, v 117).

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Who is a True Muslim?

A True Muslim is the one, whose…
1. Heart, mind and soul is completely surrendered and submitted to Allah (SWT).

2. Others are safe from his tongue and from his hand, he will not betray others by stealing, back biting or oppressing physically, financially, or by his tongue.

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A Muslim’s Salah

The one that is performed ONLY for Allah [swt]

Allah [SWT] said in Hadith Qudsi:
“ I only accept Salaah from those who do it humbly to my glory and those who walk with humbleness and humility amongst my creation and those who will not sleep with an intention of committing sins and those who spend the day in zikr, always seek to have Rahma over the miskeen (poor), takes care of the needy and the widows. He rushes to take care of those in a calamity or need.

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HADITH: Jannah: Lowest Rank/Highest Rank

It is reported on the authority of al-Mughira b. Shu’ba (radiAllahu anhu) that the Messenger of Allah (sallellahu alaihi wa sallam) said: Musa (a.s.) asked his Lord: ‘Who amongst the inhabitants of Paradise is the lowest in rank?’ He (Allah) said: “The person who would be admitted into Paradise last of all among those deserving of Paradise who are admitted to it. It would be said to him: Enter Paradise. He would say: O my Lord! how (should I enter) while the people have settled in their apartments and taken the shares (portions)?

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The Sight Of Kaa’ba

One never tires of gazing at the sight of the House of Allah, the Kaa’ba. The site upon which the mercy and blessings of Allah are constantly descending. There is truly nothing comparable to the House of Allah on this Earth. People wish time would stand still so they could keep gazing at the Kaa’ba; their thirst is never quenched, rather it increases.

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HADITH: Listen to this very carefully

Amr (R.A) narrates that Prophet (S.A.W.S) one day delivered a sermon saying: “Listen carefully! The world and its things are temporary commodity (and as such have no worth and value), shared and consumed by both the good and the evil people alike! Indeed, the Hereafter is truly a reality and will arrive at its appointed time in which Judgement will be made by a Powerful King. Listen carefully! Indeed all good, in all its varieties, is in Paradise!

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Repentance in Islam

Feelings of remorse and guilt are natural reflections of sinning, if the person who has sinned has a conscious which is alive.

After committing a sin, a person who fears Allah and give high respect to Him would feel a sense of despondency and despair thinking, “How will Allah forgive me for this sin?” However, it is noteworthy that despairing of Allah’s mercy is in itself one of the major sins in Islam for Allah is ever merciful, ever forgiving.

As He says in the Qur’an:

“Do not despair of Allah’s mercy; He will forgive you of all your sins”.Qur’an (39:53).

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A Clever King

This is a story which shows the clever decision of a youth on how to live this life. This story is an example of how we should plan our life.

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HADITH: Allah Knows Best About Who Deserves To Be Honoured Or Who Doesn’t!

Narrated ‘Um Al−`Ala (r.ah): An Ansari woman who gave the pledge of allegiance to the Prophet (s.a.w.s.) that the Ansar drew lots concerning the dwelling of the Emigrants. `Uthman bin Maz’un (r.a.) was decided to dwell with them (i.e. Um Al−`Ala’s family), `Uthman (r.a.) fell ill and I nursed him till he died, and we covered him with his clothes. Then the Prophet (s.a.w.s.) came to us and I (addressing the dead body) said, “O Abu As−Sa’ib, may Allah’s Mercy be on you!

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HADITH: Allah’s Spending On His Creation Is Unending

Abu Huraira (radiAllahu anhu) reported Allah’s Messenger (sallellahu alaihi wa sallam) as saying that Allah said to him: “Spend, I will bestow upon you.” And the Messenger of Allah (sallellahu alaihi wa sallam) said: “The right hand of Allah is full and spending (the riches) liberally during day and night will not diminish (the resources of Allah). Don’t you see what (an enormous amount of resources) He has spent since He created the heaven and the earth, and what is in His right hand has not decreased?

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