The Kneeling

Sûrat Al-Jâthiyah(The Kneeling) (XLV) In the Name of Allâh,the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful1. Hâ-Mîm.[These letters are one of the miracles of the Qur’ân and none but Allâh (Alone) knows their meanings].2. The revelation of the Book (this Qur’ân) is from Allâh, the All-Mighty, the All-Wise.3. Verily, in the heavens and the earth are signs for the believers.4. And in your creation, and what He scattered (through the earth) of moving (living) creatures are signs for people who have Faith with certainty.5. And in the alternation of night and day, and the provision (rain) that Allâh sends down from the sky, and revives therewith the earth after its death, and in the turning about of the winds (i.e. sometimes towards the east or north, and sometimes towards the south or west sometimes bringing glad tidings of rain etc., and sometimes bringing the torment), are signs for a people who understand.6. These are the Ayât (proofs, evidence, verses, lessons, revelations, etc.) of Allâh, which We recite to you (O Muhammad صلى الله عليه و سلم) with truth. Then in which speech after Allâh and His Ayât will they believe?7. Woe to every sinful liar8. Who hears the Verses of Allâh (being) recited to him, yet persists with pride as if he heard them not. So announce to him a painful torment!9. And when he learns something of Our Verses (this Qur’ân), he makes them a jest. For such there will be a humiliating torment.10. In front of them there is Hell. And that which they have earned will be of no profit to them, nor (will be of any profit to them) those whom they have taken as Auliyâ’ (protectors, helpers) besides Allâh. And theirs will be a great torment.11. This (Qur’an) is a guidance. And those who disbelieve in the Ayât (proofs, evidence, verses, lessons, signs, revelations) of their Lord, for them there is a painful torment of Rijz (a severe kind of punishment).12. Allâh, it is He Who has subjected to you the sea, that ships may sail through it by His Command, and that you may seek of His Bounty, and that you may be thankful.13. And has subjected to you all that is in the heavens and all that is in the earth; it is all as a favour and kindness from Him. Verily, in it are signs for a people who think deeply. 14. Say (O Muhammad صلى الله عليه و سلم) to the believers to forgive those who (harm them and) hope not for the Days of Allâh (i.e. His Recompense), that He may recompense people, according to what they have earned (i.e. to punish these disbelievers who harm the believers).[1]15. Whosoever does a good deed, it is for his ownself, and whosoever does evil, it is against (his ownself). Then to your Lord you will be made to return.16. And indeed We gave the Children of Israel the Scripture, and the understanding of the Scripture and its laws, and the Prophethood; and provided them with good things, and preferred them above the ‘Âlamîn (mankind and jinn of their time, during that period),17. And gave them clear proofs in matters [by revealing to them the Taurât (Torah)]. And they differed not until after the knowledge came to them, through envy among themselves. Verily, Your Lord will judge between them on the Day of Resurrection about that wherein they used to differ.18. Then We have put you (O Muhammad صلى الله عليه و سلم) on a (plain) way of (Our) commandment [like the one which We commanded Our Messengers before you (i.e. legal ways and laws of the Islâmic Monotheism)]. So follow you that (Islâmic Monotheism and its laws), and follow not the desires of those who know not. (Tafsir At-Tabarî).19. Verily, they can avail you nothing against Allâh (if He wants to punish you). Verily, the Zâlimûn (polytheists, wrong-doers) are Auliyâ’ (protectors, helpers) of one another, but Allâh is the Walî (Helper, Protector) of the Muttaqûn (the pious. See V.2:2).20. This (Qur’an) is a clear insight and evidence for mankind, and a guidance and a mercy for people who have Faith with certainty.[2]21. Or do those who earn evil deeds think that We shall hold them equal with those who believe (in the Oneness of Allâh - Islâmic Monotheism) and do righteous good deeds, in their present life and after their death? Worst is the judgement that they make.22. And Allâh has created the heavens and the earth with truth, in order that each person may be recompensed what he has earned, and they will not be wronged.[3]23. Have you seen him who takes his own lust (vain desires) as his ilâh (god)? And Allâh knowing (him as such), left him astray, and sealed his hearing and his heart, and put a cover on his sight. Who then will guide him after Allâh? Will you not then remember?24. And they say: "There is nothing but our life of this world, we die and we live and nothing destroys us except Ad-Dahr (time).[1] And they have no knowledge of it: they only conjecture.25. And when Our Clear Verses are recited to them, their argument is no other than that they say: "Bring back our (dead) fathers, if you are truthful!"26. Say (to them): "Allâh gives you life, then causes you to die, then He will assemble you on the Day of Resurrection about which there is no doubt. But most of mankind know not."27. And to Allâh belongs the kingdom of the heavens and the earth. And on the Day that the Hour will be established - on that Day the followers of falsehood (polytheists, disbelievers, worshippers of false deities) shall lose (everything).28. And you will see each nation humbled to their knees (kneeling): each nation will be called to its Record (of deeds). This Day you shall be recompensed for what you used to do.29. This Our Record speaks about you with truth. Verily, We were recording what you used to do (i.e. Our angels used to record your deeds).30. Then, as for those who believed (in the Oneness of Allâh - Islâmic Monotheism) and did righteous good deeds, their Lord will admit them to His Mercy. That will be the evident success.31. But as for those who disbelieved (it will be said to them): "Were not Our Verses recited to you? But you were proud, and you were a people who were Mujrimûn (polytheists, disbelievers, sinners, criminals)."32. And when it was said: "Verily, Allâh’s Promise is the truth, and there is no doubt about the coming of the Hour," you said: "We know not what is the Hour: we do not think it but as a conjecture, and we have no firm convincing belief (therein)."33. And the evil of what they did will appear to them, and that which they used to mock at will completely encircle them.34. And it will be said: "This Day We will forget you as you forgot the Meeting of this Day of yours. And your abode is the Fire, and there is none to help you."35. This, because you took the revelations of Allâh (this Qur’ân) in mockery, and the life of the world deceived you. So this Day, they shall not be taken out from there (Hell),[1] nor shall they be returned to the worldly life, (so that they repent to Allâh, and beg His Pardon for their sins).36. So all the praises and thanks be to Allâh, the Lord of the heavens and the Lord of the earth, and the Lord of the ‘Âlamîn (mankind, jinn and all that exists).37. And His (Alone) is the Majesty in the heavens and the earth, and He is the All-Mighty, the All-Wise.

Jesus Omen about the Paraclete

The greatest Omen in the New Testament of the final Prophet (Muhammad) is Jesus' omen about the Paraclete. John’s Bible is distinguished by mentioning Jesus' omen of this Prophet, where he says to his followers: “If you love me, you will obey what I command, and I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Counselor to be with you forever—the spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you……” “If anyone loves me, he will obey my teachings. The Father will love him, and will come to him and make our home with him. He who does not love me will not obey my teachings. These words you hear are not my own; they belong to the Father who sent me. All this I have spoken while still with you. But the Counselor, the Holy Spirit whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you…..” “I have told you now before it happen, so that when it does happen you will believe. I will not speak with you much longer, for the prince of this world is coming. He has no hold on me-“ John 14, 15-30 In the next chapter, Jesus asks his followers to sustain his commandments, and then says: “When the Counselor comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who goes out from the Father, he will testify about me. And you also must testify, for you have been with me from the beginning” John 15, 26“All this I have told you so that you will not go astray. They will put you out of the synagogue; in fact, a time is coming when anyone who kills you will think he is offering a service to God….” “Because I have said these things, you are filled with grief. But I tell you the truth: it is for your good that I am going away. Unless I go away, the Counselor will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you. When he comes, he will convict the world of guilt in regard to sin and righteousness and judgment: in regard to sin, because men do not believe in me; in regard to righteousness, because I am going to the Father, where you can see me no longer; and in regard to judgment, because the prince of this world now stands condemned. I have much more to say to you, more than you can bear. But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all truth. He will not speak on his own; he will speak only what he hears, and he will tell you what is yet to come. He will bring glory to me by taking from what is mine and making it known to you.” John 16, 1-14In these lines, Jesus spoke of the characteristics of his successor. Who is that successor??Christians and “the Paraclete”:Christians say “The Holy Spirit comes at Pentecost, When the day of Pentecost came; they were all together in one place. Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them.” Acts 2, 1-4The New Testament’s chapters speak no more about what happened on the day of Pentecost regarding the raising of the Christ. Father Athnasios in his interpretation of John’s Bible states “Paraclete, is the Holy Spirit, the counselor “But the Counselor, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name”(John 14, 26) is the one who descended upon them on the day of Pentecost (Acts 2, 1-4) so they filled with him and went to spread the word, and he is with the Church and within the believers. He is a gift with faith and baptism.”Muslims and “ the Paraclete”:Muslims believe that what John mentioned about the Counselor is a foreseeing of Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) for so many indication. One of which is the word “Counselor” which is a new replacement of the new translations of the New Testament, where the old Arabic translations (1820, 1831, 1844AD) used the Latin word “Paraclete” as it is. Same is done with many international translations.In explanation to the term “Paraclete”, it is a Latin originated word, derived either from:-The word Paraclytos which means Counselor, or helper. OrThe word Peroclotos which is near the meaning of Muhammad and Ahmad (to be thanked)Father Athnasios, Bishop of Bani-Sowaif, in his interpretation of John’s Bible states “The term Paraclete if manipulated can be pronounced Perclyte which means “Praise”, a meaning close to the meaning of Ahmad”Mr. Abdul-Wahab Al-Naggar asks Dr. Carlo Nilno (PhD of Ancient Jewish Greek literature) about the meaning of the term “Perclotos”, who replies “it means the one with lots of Praise”Meanwhile, what confirms the incorrectness of this translation is that the Greeks were accustomed to add the letter “s” at the end of names not adjectives.Mr. Abdul-Ahad Dawod thinks that Church’s interpretation of the term “Paraclete” (as a person whom is called to help, an intercessor, an attorney, or a mediator) is incorrect. And that the Greek word “Paraclete” is none of these meanings. Since “Counselor” mean “Paraclov” or “Paregoris” in Greek, whereas an “Attorney” is an Arabic translation of the term “Sangers”. “Intercessor” and “mediator” are “Meditia” in Greek. Therefore, Church’s refrain from the meaning “Praise” to any of those meaning is some kind of perversion or alteration.Dr. Simpson (Author of “The Holy Spirit, or a higher force”) states that “Counselor” is not a precise translation.All the above shows that there is a conflict between Muslims and Christians in the Latin origin of the term “Paraclete”, as Muslims believe that its origin is the term “Perclotos”, and that Christians have misinterpreted it in order to conceal its indication of the meaning of the name “Ahmad” (the one with lots of Praise). Such misinterpretation is not strange or awkward for their books. The same while translating or reprinting, some twisting, misspelling or change in names could occur. For example, “Parpas” in the protestant version is “Parpa” in the catholic version. The same with “Mesaia – Mashih” and “Shelon – Sheloh” and so on. “Paraclete” is translated from Syriac, native language of the Christ, therefore, the same twisting might occur.To clear the distortion from this point, Edwin Jones in his book (The beginning of Christianity) admits that “Paraclete” is a sign form “Mohammad (may Allah exalt his mention).but then again covers his confession with a lame lie by saying that Christians – influenced by emerging Islam and Islamic culture – have inserted this term to John’s Bible.The Paraclete is a human prophet not a Holy Spirit:It makes no difference whether the meaning of Paraclete is “Ahmad” or “Counselor”, Since Jesus stipulated some characteristics that declines the meaning of “Holy Spirit”, and confirms that the Paraclete is a human being was sent by Allah. It is very clear through deep analysis of John’s texts about “Paraclete”.John used some verbal senses (talking, hearing, etc) “he will speak only what he hears”. Those characteristics do not apply to the “tongues of fire” that came to them on the day of Pentecost, since John never mentioned that the “tongues of fire” spoke that day. Besides, what the spirit does is heart inspiration while talking is a human characteristic not spiritual.Early Christians believed that John was talking about a human being, that in the second century (187 A.D.) a “Montenos” claimed to be the Paraclete. The same during the fourth century A.D. with “Many”, who chose twelve students (like Jesus) in addition to seventy bishops whom he sent to the eastern countries, in a clear indication that they didn’t believe that the third hypostasis (Holy Spirit) is the Paraclete. Another characteristic that this messenger comes after Jesus departs from earth, since Jesus and the counselor messenger would never be together on earth, confirming once more that the counselor is not the Holy Spirit who supported Jesus during his life. “Unless I go away, the Counselor will not come to you”The Holy Spirit existed before Jesus, and was in the students before Jesus left, since it witnessed the creation of heaven and earth (Genesis 1/2). It even played some role in the birth of Jesus, Since Jesus’ mother “was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit” (Matthew 1/18)They gathered also on the day Jesus was baptized “and the Holy Spirit descended on him in bodily form like a dove” (Luke 3/22). So, the Holy Spirit was with Jesus and even before. Therefore, the counselor - “Unless I go away, the Counselor will not come to you” – is not the Holy Spirit.Another indication that Paraclete is human, that he is the same as Jesus, who was human “I ask the Father to give you another counselor”. In the Greek text the word “allon” is used, which is used to indicate “another of the same kind” while the word “Hetenos” is used when referring to “another of another kind”. In this sense, it would be fair to assume that the meaning is “another prophet” since we can not presume the meaning “another Holy Spirit” for the Holy Spirit is one unit.Because Jews and followers of Jesus will not believe the forthcoming prophet, Jesus stresses that they must believe in the forthcoming prophet and follow him. “If you love me, you will obey what I command”, “I have told you now before it happens, so that when it does happen you will believe”, and confirms his honesty by saying “he will speak only what he hears, and he will tell you what is yet to come” All these commandments have no meaning if the forthcoming is the Holy Spirit, who descended in the form of “tongues of fire” with the effect of them knowing many languages. Such entity needs no one to prove its honesty. Also the Holy Spirit is one part of the Trinity, and all Christians should believe in his, why then should Jesus tell them to believe in him??According to Christians, The Holy Spirit is equal to The Father in divinity. Therefore, he can speak for himself, while the forthcoming spirit of truth “will speak only what he hears”.“I have much more to say to you, more than you can bear. But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all truth.”(John 16/12-13) This text indicates that the Paraclete will be coming in a later time, since he will tell them things they can’t understand, for humanity is still immature to understand this complete religion that includes different aspects of life. As well as it is impossible for the students to have matured within ten days from Jesus’ ascending to Heaven. No mention of such maturity was ever found in the testaments. Moreover, Christians mention that after the Holy Spirit descended, they abandoned many of their law and commandments that was easier than having more commandment than what they barred at Jesus’ time. While the Paraclete will bring more burdens to all week oppressed subjects as Allah said in Surat Al-Muzzamel, verse5 “Verily, We shall send down to you a weighty Word (i.e. obligations, legal laws, etc)”Jesus told that before the coming of the Paraclete “They will put you out of the synagogue; in fact, a time is coming when anyone who kills you will think he is offering a service to God” and that was exactly what happened after the day of Pentecost, oppression of all followers of Jesus continued until there was almost no believers just before Islam emerged.John mentioned that Jesus told his students about the characteristics of the Paraclete, which never applied to the Holy Spirit that came upon the students on the day of Pentecost that “he will testify about me. And you also must testify”, So, where’s the Holy Spirit’s testimony about Jesus?? And what was it about??Whereas Muhammad (may Allah exalt his mention) testified about Jesus’ innocence of claiming divinity, and also about his mother’s innocence of what Jews accused her with “And because of their (Jews) disbelief and uttering against Maryam (Mary) a grave false charge “ (Surat An-Nisaa, Verse156)“He will bring glory to me by taking from what is mine and making it known to you” and no one has praised Jesus like Muhammad (may Allah exalt his mention) did, when he gloried him and stipulated his honor above all creatures. Non of the new testimony’s chapters mentioned anything about the Holy Spirit praising Jesus on the day of Pentecost, where he descended in the form of tongues of fire.Jesus said that the Paracelet will stay forever (his religion or commandments) while all the powers given to the students on the day of Pentecost – if true – vanished with their death, and never transferred to any of the church men. Whereas, our prophet Mohammad (may Allah exalt his mention) stays forever with his message and religion, and that there will be no prophet or message after him.“..will remind you of everything I have said to you” Such reminder is not needed after ten days from Jesus’ ascendance. The new testimony never mentioned that the Holy Spirit reminded them with anything. On the contrary, we find in lots of their texts and messages many indications of prescription and forgetting some of the details mentioned by others. Whereas Muhammad (PBUH) mentioned everything humanity may have forgotten of Allah’s commands ever descended upon his prophets including Jesus (peace upon him).The Paraclete has many tasks never achieved by the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost “When he comes, he will convict the world of guilt in regard to sin and righteousness and judgment” The Holy Spirit never convicted anyone on the day of Pentecost, That’s what Mohammad (PBUH) has done with infidel humanity.Mr. Abdul-Ahad Dawood thinks that Jesus has interpreted (reproving the world of guilt in regard of righteousness) by saying “in regard to righteousness, because I am going to the Father, where you can see me no longer” in other words that “he will reprove those saying that Jesus was crucified denying his surviving his enemies’ terror. Then he told them that they will ask for him and will not find him, for he will ascend to heaven “My children, I will be with you only a little longer. You will look for me, and just as I told the Jews, so I tell you know; where I am going, you cannot come.” (John 13/33). The forthcoming prophet will also reprove the devil and convict it with his inspiration and guidance “and in regard to judgment, because the prince of this world now stands condemned”Convicting and reproving don’t go along with consolation, it was said that the counselor has come to the students to consulate the on the lose of their master and prophet. Consolation is due in crises, and Jesus was announcing his going and the coming of the successor.Consolation is also due on time of crises, not 10 days after (the time of Holy Spirit’s descending upon the students), and why didn’t this counselor offer condolences to Jesus mother in the first place??Then again, Christians should not consider Jesus murder as a crises, since in their believe, is the cause of deliverance and eternal happiness for humanity. Therefore, his murder should present a great joy, but Christians’ insistence that the students needed the consolation of the Holy Spirit corrupts the faith of redemption & deliverance.Considering all the above, the Paraclete can never be the Holy Spirit. Since all the characteristics of the Paraclete tell of a prophet that will come after Jesus, the same prophet Moses once told of, The Paraclete “He will not speak on his own; he will speak only what he hears” and the same with what Moses told “I will put my words in his mouth, and will tell them everything I command”(Deuteronomy 18/18), and this is a description of Mohammad (may Allah exalt his mention) as Allah said in Surat An-Najm, Verses 3-5 “Nor does he speak of (his own) desire (3) It is only an Inspiration that is inspired (4) He has been taught (this Qur'ân) by one mighty in power (Gabriel)(5)”Furthermore, everything mentioned about the Paraclete has indications in Quraan and Sunnah that strongly points out Mohammad (may Allah exalt his mention) as the one. He was the one testifying about Jesus, he was the one who knew the unknown, and he was the last prophet. Allah admitted his religion as the true religion till judgment day.

Is the Selection (of the prophets) Only from the People of I

The bible text speaks in apparent contradictions to the following subject of salvation. According to Johanna, Jesus said to Samurai in the context of his talking about Jesus: “Because the salvation is from the Jews)" Johanna 4/22). But this matter is mentioned in a lot of other texts in the Bible and the Old Testament, which throw doubt on the correctness of the issue of this statement from Jesus, especially, that it is mentioned apparently in the context in which it is mentioned. We found here that it is worthy to mention the texts of the holy bible that indicate the possibility of the transfer of the prophecy from Israel to another nation like the Arab?Allah has sent a lot of prophets to the people of Israel, but they didn't believe them and killed them. Let’s contemplate what is said by the prophet about this insurgent nation, in order to find whether it deserves the permanency of blessing and selection. Mousses said about them: “They are a nation that have neither opinion nor insight, if they were reasonable, they would comprehend this and contemplate the afterworld-" 32/28And he said: " a distorted and indirect generation, how they are awarded whereas they are stupid and unwise people?-"the repetition 32/5-6The same was said by Elias: " I have felt the same jealousy of God, the God of the soldiers, because the people of Israel have left your convention and breach your slaughters, in addition they killed your prophets by sword. Then I was left alone, and they wanted to kill me-" Kings (Al-Mlouk) (1) 19/10The same description, Allah described them in the book of the prophet Hazkial: ”Allah said to me: I send you to the people of Israel, to an insurgent nation that was insurgent with me and were disobedient to me until this day. And I send you to the cruel and the hard-hearted people to tell them: all what God say. They may obey or not, because they are insurgents. They know that a prophet has been sent to them. As for you, do not be afraid of them and from their speech. Do not be afraid, because you live among the scorpions. Do not be afraid of their speech and do not get scared from their cruel faces, because they are insurgents. You have to speak with them according to My speech, they may obey or not, Because they are insurgents. Hazkial 2/3-8Also this was said about them by the prophet Ishia: " Skies hear and you the earth listen, because God is speaking, I have brought up sons, as for them they disobeyed me. The bull knows its sponsor and the donkey knows its owner, as for the people of Israel they don't know, my nation did not understand. Woe unto the mistaken nation, people full of sins, the children of the evil-committer. A corrupted generation, who left God and despise the sanity of Israel, you will increase your deviation, every one is ill and every heart is atheist. From the feet until the head there is not any sanity but injury, depression and a soft hit which is not moisten by oil- "Ishia 1/1-6. When Jesus came he called Jerusalem: "You the killer of the prophets "Matta 13/37 ( For the great number of prophets who were killed on its land. Jesus said while talking to their groups :” Woe unto you the writers and the hypocrite Pharisee…. Woe unto you the blinded leaders… the ignorant and blinded men… the snakes the sons of the serpents, how dare you to escape from the doom of the hell, therefore I sent to you prophets, wise men and the writers, whom you will kill and crucify, while you will whip others in your gathering… Jerusalem, Jerusalem, the killer of the prophets "…Matta 23/13-37Is this a nation that deserves to have the welfare and the prophecy on its land? If no, then which nation is the selected one? Which nation other than the nation that is promised by welfare repeatedly; that's of the sons of Isma'eel (peace be upon him)? There is not any nation that don't pretend being the selected nation

The Curved Sand-hills

Sûrat Al-Ahqâf(The Curved Sand-hills) (XLVI) In the Name of Allâh,the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful1. Hâ-Mîm.[These letters are one of the miracles of the Qur’ân, and none but Allâh (Alone) knows their meanings].2. The revelation of the Book (this Qur’ân) is from Allâh, the All-Mighty, the All-Wise.3. We created not the heavens and the earth and all that is between them except with truth, and for an appointed term. But those who disbelieve turn away from that whereof they are warned.4. Say (O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم to these pagans): "Think you about all that you invoke besides Allâh? Show me. What have they created of the earth? Or have they a share in (the creation of) the heavens? Bring me a Book (revealed before this), or some trace of knowledge (in support of your claims), if you are truthful!"5. And who is more astray than one who calls on (invokes) besides Allâh, such as will not answer him till the Day of Resurrection, and who are (even) unaware of their calls (invocations) to them?[2]6. And when mankind are gathered (on the Day of Resurrection), they (false deities) will become their enemies and will deny their worshipping.7. And when Our Clear Verses are recited to them, the disbelievers say of the truth (this Qur’ân) when it reaches them: "This is plain magic!"8. Or say they: "He (Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) has fabricated it." Say: "If I have fabricated it? still you have no power to support me against Allâh. He knows best of what you say among yourselves concerning it (i.e. this Qur’ân)! Sufficient is He as a witness between me and you! And He is the Oft-Forgiving, the Most Merciful."9. Say (O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم): "I am not a new thing among the Messengers (of Allâh i.e. I am not the first Messenger) nor do I know what will be done with me or with you. I only follow that which is revealed to me, and I am but a plain warner."10. Say: "Tell me! If this (Qur’ân) is from Allâh and you deny it, and a witness from among the Children of Israel (‘Abdullâh bin Salâm رضي الله عنه) testifies that [this Qur’ân is from Allâh (like the Taurât (Torah)], and he believed (embraced Islâm)[1] while you are too proud (to believe)." Verily, Allâh guides not the people who are Zâlimûn (polytheists, disbelievers and wrong-doers).11. And those who disbelieve (the strong and wealthy) say of those who believe (the weak and poor): "Had it (Islâmic Monotheism to which Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم is inviting mankind) been a good thing, they (the weak and poor) would not have preceded us thereto!" And when they have not let themselves be guided by it (this Qur’ân), they say: "This is an ancient lie!"12. And before this was the Scripture of Mûsâ (Moses) as a guide and a mercy. And this is a confirming Book (the Qur’ân) in the Arabic language, to warn those who do wrong, and as glad tidings to the Muhsinûn (good-doers. See the footnote of V.9:120).13. Verily, those who say: "Our Lord is (only) Allâh," and thereafter stand firm and straight on the Islâmic Faith of Monotheism,[2] on them shall be no fear, nor shall they grieve.14. Such shall be the dwellers of Paradise, abiding therein (forever) - a reward for what they used to do.15. And We have enjoined on man to be dutiful and kind to his parents. His mother bears him with hardship. And she brings him forth with hardship, and the bearing of him, and the weaning of him is thirty months, till when he attains full strength and reaches forty years, he says: "My Lord! Grant me the power and ability that I may be grateful for Your Favour which You have bestowed upon me and upon my parents, and that I may do righteous good deeds, such as please You, and make my offspring good. Truly, I have turned to You in repentance, and truly, I am one of the Muslims (submitting to Your Will)."16. They are those from whom We shall accept the best of their deeds and overlook their evil deeds. (They shall be) among the dwellers of Paradise - a promise of truth, which they have been promised.17. But he who says to his parents: "Fie upon you both! Do you hold out the promise to me that I shall be raised up (again) when generations before me have passed away (without rising)?" While they (father and mother) invoke Allâh for help (and rebuke their son): "Woe to you! Believe! Verily, the Promise of Allâh is true." But he says: "This is nothing but the tales of the ancient."18. They are those against whom the Word (of torment) is justified among the previous generations of jinn and mankind that have passed away. Verily, they are ever the losers.19. And for all, there will be degrees according to that which they did, that He (Allâh) may recompense them in full for their deeds. And they will not be wronged.20. On the Day when those who disbelieve (in the Oneness of Allâh - Islâmic Monotheism) will be exposed to the Fire (it will be said): "You received your good things in the life of the world, and you took your pleasure therein. Now this Day you shall be recompensed with a torment of humiliation, because you were arrogant in the land without a right, and because you used to rebel against Allâh’s Command (disobey Allâh).21. And remember (Hûd) the brother of ‘Âd, when he warned his people in Al-Ahqâf (the curved sand-hills in the southern part of Arabian Peninsula). And surely, there have passed away warners before him and after him (saying): "Worship none but Allâh; truly, I fear for you the torment of a mighty Day (i.e. the Day of Resurrection)."22. They said: "Have you come to turn us away from our âlihah (gods)? Then bring us that with which you threaten us, if you are one of the truthful!"23. He said: "The knowledge (of the time of its coming) is with Allâh only. And I convey to you that wherewith I have been sent, but I see that you are a people given to ignorance!"24. Then, when they saw it as a dense cloud coming towards their valleys, they said: "This is a cloud bringing us rain!" Nay, but it is that (torment) which you were asking to be hastened - a wind wherein is a painful torment!25. Destroying everything by the Command of its Lord! So they became such that nothing could be seen except their dwellings! Thus do We recompense the people who are Mujrimûn (polytheists, disbelievers, sinners)!26. And indeed We had firmly established them with that wherewith We have not established you (O Quraish)! And We had assigned them the (faculties of) hearing (ears), seeing (eyes), and hearts; but their hearing (ears), seeing (eyes), and their hearts availed them nothing since they used to deny the Ayât (Allâh’s Prophets and their Prophethood, proofs, evidence, verses, signs, revelations) of Allâh, and they were completely encircled by that which they used to mock at!27. And indeed We have destroyed towns (populations) round about you, and We have (repeatedly) shown (them) the Ayât (proofs, evidence, verses, lessons, signs, revelations, etc.) in various ways that they might return (to the truth and believe in the Oneness of Allâh - Islâmic Monotheism).28. Then why did those whom they had taken for âlihah (gods) besides Allâh, as a way of approach (to Allâh) not help them? Nay, but they vanished completely from them (when there came the torment). And that was their lie, and their inventions which they had been inventing (before their destruction).29. And (remember) when We sent towards you (Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) a group (three to ten persons) of the jinn, (quietly) listening to the Qur’ân. When they stood in the presence thereof, they said: "Listen in silence!" And when it was finished, they returned to their people, as warners.30. They said: "O our people! Verily, we have heard a Book (this Qur’ân) sent down after Mûsâ (Moses), confirming what came before it: it guides to the truth and to the Straight Path (i.e. Islâm).31. O our people! Respond (with obedience) to Allâh’s Caller (i.e. Allâh’s Messenger Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم), and believe in him (i.e. believe in that which Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم has brought from Allâh and follow him). He (Allâh) will forgive you of your sins, and will save you from a painful torment (i.e. Hell-fire)[1]32. And whosoever does not respond to Allâh’s Caller, he cannot escape on earth, and there will be no Auliyâ’ (lords, helpers, supporters, protectors) for him besides Allâh (from Allâh’s punishment). Those are in manifest error.33. Do they not see that Allâh, Who created the heavens and the earth, and was not wearied by their creation, is Able to give life to the dead? Yes, He surely is Able to do all things.34. And on the Day when those who disbelieve will be exposed to the Fire (it will be said to them): "Is this not the truth?" They will say: "Yes, By our Lord!" He will say: "Then taste the torment, because you used to disbelieve!"35. Therefore be patient (O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) as did the Messengers of strong will[2] and be in no haste about them (disbelievers). On the Day when they will see that (torment) with which they are promised (i.e. threatened, it will be) as if they had not stayed more than an hour in a single day. (O mankind! this Qur’ân is sufficient as) a clear Message (or proclamation to save yourself from destruction). But shall any be destroyed except the people who are Al-Fâsiqûn (the rebellious against Allâh’s Command, the disobedient to Allâh)?

The Dwellings

Sûrat Al-Hujurât(The Dwellings) XLIX In the Name of Allâh,the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful1. O you who believe! Make not (a decision) in advance[1] before Allâh and His Messenger (صلى الله عليه وسلم), and fear Allâh. Verily! Allâh is All-Hearing, All-Knowing.2. O you who believe! Raise not your voices above the voice of the Prophet (صلى الله عليه وسلم), nor speak aloud to him in talk as you speak aloud to one another, lest your deeds should be rendered fruitless while you perceive not.3. Verily, those who lower their voices in the presence of Allâh’s Messenger (صلى الله عليه وسلم), they are the ones whose hearts Allâh has tested for piety. For them is forgiveness and a great reward.4. Verily those who call you from behind the dwellings, most of them have no sense.5. And if they had patience till you could come out to them, it would have been better for them. And Allâh is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.6. O you who believe! If a Fâsiq (liar - evil person) comes to you with any news, verify it, lest you should harm people in ignorance, and afterwards you become regretful for what you have done.7. And know that among you there is the Messenger of Allâh (صلى الله عليه وسلم). If he were to obey you (i.e. follow your opinions and desires) in much of the matter, you would surely be in trouble. But Allâh has endeared the Faith to you and has beautified it in your hearts, and has made disbelief, wickedness and disobedience (to Allâh and His Messenger صلى الله عليه وسلم) hateful to you. Such are they who are the rightly guided.8. (This is) a Grace from Allâh and His Favour. And Allâh is All-Knowing, All-Wise.9. And if two parties or groups among the believers fall to fighting, then make peace between them both. But if one of them outrages against the other, then fight you (all) against the one that which outrages till it complies with the Command of Allâh. Then if it complies, then make reconciliation between them justly, and be equitable. Verily! Allâh loves those who are the equitable.10. The believers are nothing else than brothers (in Islâmic religion). So make reconciliation between your brothers, and fear Allâh, that you may receive mercy.11. O you who believe! Let not a group scoff at another group, it may be that the latter are better than the former. Nor let (some) women scoff at other women, it may be that the latter are better than the former. Nor defame one another, nor insult one another by nicknames. How bad is it to insult one’s brother after having Faith [i.e. to call your Muslim brother (a faithful believer) as: "O sinner", or "O wicked"]. And whosoever does not repent, then such are indeed Zâlimûn (wrong-doers, etc.).12. O you who believe! Avoid much suspicion; indeed some suspicions are sins. And spy not, neither backbite one another. Would one of you like to eat the flesh of his dead brother? You would hate it (so hate backbiting)[1]. And fear Allâh. Verily, Allâh is the One Who forgives and accepts repentance, Most Merciful.13. O mankind! We have created you from a male and a female, and made you into nations and tribes, that you may know one another. Verily, the most honourable of you with Allâh is that (believer) who has At-Taqwâ [i.e. he is one of the Muttaqûn (the pious. See V.2:2)]. Verily, Allâh is All-Knowing, All-Aware.14. The bedouins say: "We believe." Say: "You believe not but you only say, ‘We have surrendered (in Islâm),’ for Faith has not yet entered your hearts. But if you obey Allâh and His Messenger (صلى الله عليه وسلم), He will not decrease anything in reward for your deeds. Verily, Allâh is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful."15. Only those are the believers who have believed in Allâh and His Messenger, and afterward doubt not but strive with their wealth and their lives for the Cause of Allâh. Those! They are the truthful.16. Say: "Will you inform Allâh of your religion while Allâh knows all that is in the heavens and all that is in the earth, and Allâh is All-Aware of everything.17. They regard as favour to you (O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) that they have embraced Islâm. Say: "Count not your Islâm as a favour to me. Nay, but Allâh has conferred a favour upon you that He has guided you to the Faith if you indeed are true.18. Verily, Allâh knows the Unseen of the heavens and the earth. And Allâh is the All-Seer of what you do.

Qâf.

Sârat Qâf .L In the Name of Allâh,the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful1. Qâf. [These letters (Qâf, etc.) are one of the miracles of the Qur’ân, and none but Allâh (Alone) knows their meanings]. By the Glorious Qur’ân.2. Nay, they wonder that there has come to them a warner (Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) from among themselves. So the disbelievers say: "This is a strange thing!3. "When we are dead and have become dust (shall we be resurrected?) That is a far return."4. We know that which the earth takes of them (their dead bodies), and with Us is a Book preserved (i.e. the Book of Decrees).5. Nay, but they have denied the truth (this Qur’ân) when it has come to them, so they are in a confused state (cannot differentiate between right and wrong).6. Have they not looked at the heaven above them, how We have made it and adorned it, and there are no rifts in it?7. And the earth! We have spread it out, and set thereon mountains standing firm, and have produced therein every kind of lovely growth (plants).8. An insight and a Reminder for every slave who turns to Allâh in repentance (i.e. the one who believes in the Oneness of Allâh and performs deeds of His obedience, and always begs His pardon).9. And We send down blessed water (rain) from the sky, then We produce therewith gardens and grain (every kind of harvests) that are reaped.10. And tall date-palms, with ranged clusters.11. A provision for (Allâh’s) slaves. And We give life therewith to a dead land. Thus will be the resurrection (of the dead).12. Denied before them (i.e. these pagans of Makkah) the people of Nûh (Noah), and the dwellers of Rass, and Thamûd;13. And ‘Âd, and Fir‘aun (Pharaoh), and the brethren of Lût (Lot);14. And the Dwellers of the Wood, and the people of Tubba‘. Everyone of them denied (their) Messengers, so My Threat took effect.15. Were We then tired with the first creation? Nay, they are in confused doubt about a new creation (i.e. Resurrection). 16. And indeed We have created man, and We know what his ownself whispers to him. And We are nearer to him than his jugular vein (by Our Knowledge).17. (Remember) that the two receivers (recording angels) receive (each human being),[1] one sitting on the right and one on the left (to note his or her actions).[2]18. Not a word does he (or she) utter but there is a watcher by him ready (to record it).[3]19. And the stupor of death will come in truth: "This is what you have been avoiding!"20. And the Trumpet will be blown - that will be the Day whereof warning (had been given) (i.e. the Day of Resurrection).21. And every person will come forth along with an (angel) to drive (him) and an (angel) to bear witness.22. (It will be said to the sinners): "Indeed you were heedless of this. Now We have removed from you your covering, and sharp is your sight this Day!"23. And his companion (angel) will say: "Here is (this Record) ready with me!"24. (Allah will say to the angels): "Both of you throw into Hell every stubborn disbeliever (in the Oneness of Allâh, in His Messengers).25. "Hinderer of good, transgressor, doubter,26. "Who set up another ilâh (god) with Allâh. Then both of you cast him in the severe torment."27. His companion (Satan - devil)] will say: "Our Lord! I did not push him to transgression, (in disbelief, oppression, and evil deeds) but he was himself in error far astray."28. Allâh will say: "Dispute not in front of Me, I had already in advance sent you the threat.29. The Sentence that comes from Me cannot be changed, and I am not unjust to the slaves."30. On the Day when We will say to Hell: "Are you filled?" It will say: "Are there any more (to come)?"[4]31. And Paradise will be brought near to the Muttaqûn (the pious. See V.2:2), not far off.32. (It will be said): "This is what you were promised - (it is) for those oft-returning (to Allâh) in sincere repentance, and those who preserve their covenant with Allâh (by obeying Him in all what He has ordered, and worshipping none but Allâh Alone, i.e. follow Allâh’s religion - Islâmic Monotheism).33. "Who feared the Most Gracious (Allâh) in the Ghaib (Unseen) and brought a heart turned in repentance (to Him and absolutely free from each and every kind of polytheism).34. "Enter you therein in peace and security - this is a Day of eternal life!"35. There they will have all that they desire - and We have more (for them, i.e. a glance at the All-Mighty, All-Majestic جل جلاله).36. And how many a generation We have destroyed before them who were stronger in power than they. And (when Our Torment came), they ran for a refuge in the land! Could they find any place of refuge (for them to save themselves from destruction)?37. Verily, therein is indeed a reminder for him who has a heart or gives ear while he is heedful.38. And indeed We created the heavens and the earth and all between them in six Days and nothing of fatigue touched Us.39. So bear with patience (O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) all that they say, and glorify the Praises of your Lord, before the rising of the sun and before (its) setting (i.e. the Fajr, Zuhr, and ‘Asr prayers)[1].40. And during a part of the night (also) glorify His praises (i.e. Maghrib and ‘Isha prayers) and (so likewise) after the prayers [As-Sunnah, Nawâfil - optional and additional prayers. And also glorify, praise and magnify Allâh - Subhân Allâh, Alhamdu lillâh, Allâhu-Akbar].41. And listen on the Day when the caller will call from a near place.42. The Day when they will hear As-Saihah (shout) in truth: that will be the Day of coming out (from the graves, i.e. the Day of Resurrection).43. Verily, We it is Who give life and cause death; and to Us is the final return.44. On the Day when the earth shall be cleft, from off them, (they will come out) hastening forth. That will be a gathering, quite easy for Us.45. We know best what they say. And you (O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) are not the one to force them (to Belief). But warn by the Qur’an; him who fears My Threat.

The Winds that Scatter

Sûrat Adh-Dhâriyât(The Winds that Scatter) LI In the Name of Allâh,the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful1. By (the winds) that scatter dust.2. And (the clouds) that bear heavy weight of water.3. And (the ships) that float with ease and gentleness.4. And those (angels) who distribute (provisions, rain, and other blessings) by (Allâh’s) Command.5. Verily, that which you are promised (i.e. Resurrection in the Hereafter and receiving the reward or punishment of good or bad deeds) is surely true.6. And verily, the Recompense is sure to happen.7. By the heaven full of paths,8. Certainly, you have different ideas (about Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم and the Qur’ân).9. Turned aside therefrom (i.e. from Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم and the Qur’ân) is he who is turned aside (by the Decree and Preordainment القضاء والقدر of Allâh).10. Cursed be the liars11. Who are under a cover of heedlessness (think not about the gravity of the Hereafter),12. They ask: "When will be the Day of Recompense?"13. (It will be) a Day when they will be tried (punished i.e. burnt) over the Fire!14. "Taste you your trial (punishment i.e. burning)! This is what you used to ask to be hastened!"15. Verily, the Muttaqûn (the pious. See V.2:2) will be in the midst of Gardens and Springs (in the Paradise),16. Taking joy in the things which their Lord has given them. Verily, they were before this Muhsinûn (good-doers. See V.2:112).17. They used to sleep but little by night [invoking their Lord (Allâh) and praying, with fear and hope].18. And in the hours before dawn, they were (found) asking (Allâh) for forgiveness.19. And in their properties there was the right of the Sâ’il (the beggar who asks) and the Mahrûm (the poor who does not ask others)[1].20. And on the earth are signs for those who have Faith with certainty.21. And also in your ownselves. Will you not then see?22. And in the heaven is your provision, and that which you are promised.23. Then by the Lord of the heaven and the earth, it is the truth (i.e. what has been promised to you), just as it is the truth that you can speak.24. Has the story reached you, of the honoured guests [three angels; Jibrîl (Gabriel) along with another two] of Ibrâhîm (Abraham)?25. When they came in to him and said: "Salâm, (peace be upon you)!" He answered: "Salâm, (peace be upon you)," and said: "You are a people unknown to me."26. Then he turned to his household, and brought out a roasted calf [as the property of Ibrâhîm (Abraham) was mainly cows].27. And placed it before them, (saying): "Will you not eat?"28. Then he conceived fear of them (when they ate not). They said: "Fear not."[2] And they gave him glad tidings of a son having knowledge (about Allâh and His religion of True Monotheism).29. Then his wife came forward with a loud voice: she smote her face, and said: "A barren old woman!"[3]30. They said: "Even so says your Lord.[4] Verily, He is the All-Wise, the All-Knower."31. [Ibrâhîm (Abraham)] said: "Then for what purpose you have come, O Messengers?"32. They said: "We have been sent to a people who are Mujrimûn (polytheists, sinners, criminals, disbelievers in Allâh)33. To send down upon them stones of baked clay.34. Marked by your Lord for the Musrifûn (polytheists, criminals, sinners - those who trespass Allâh’s set limits in evil-doings by committing great sins).35. So We brought out from therein the believers.36. But We found not there any household of the Muslims except one [of Lût (Lot) and his two daughters].37. And We have left there a sign (i.e. the place of the Dead Sea[1] in Palestine) for those who fear the painful torment.38. And in Mûsâ (Moses) (too, there is a sign), when We sent him to Fir‘aun (Pharaoh) with a manifest authority.39. But [Fir‘aun (Pharaoh)] turned away (from Belief in might) along with his hosts, and said: "A sorcerer, or a madman."40. So We took him and his hosts, and dumped them into the sea, for he was blameworthy.41. And in ‘Âd (there is also a sign) when We sent against them the barren wind;42. It spared nothing that it reached, but blew it into broken spreads of rotten ruins.43. And in Thamûd (there is also a sign), when they were told: "Enjoy yourselves for a while!"44. But they insolently defied the Command of their Lord, so the Sâ‘iqah[2] overtook them while they were looking.45. Then they were unable to rise up, nor could they help themselves.46. (So were) the people of Nûh (Noah) before them. Verily, they were a people who were Fâsiqûn (rebellious, disobedient to Allâh).47. With power did We construct the heaven. Verily, We are Able to extend the vastness of space thereof.48. And We have spread out the earth: how Excellent Spreader (thereof) are We!49. And of everything We have created pairs, that you may remember (the Grace of Allâh).50. So flee to Allâh (from His Torment to His Mercy - Islâmic Monotheism). Verily, I (Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) am a plain warner to you from Him.[3]51. And set not up (or worship not) any other ilâh (god) along with Allâh [Glorified be He (Alone), Exalted above all that they associate as partners with Him]. Verily, I (Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) am a plain warner to you from Him.52. Likewise, no Messenger came to those before them but they said: "A sorcerer or a madman!"53. Have they (the people of the past) transmitted this saying to these (Quraish pagans)? Nay, they are themselves a people transgressing beyond bounds (in disbelief)!54. So turn away (O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) from them (Quraish pagans), you are not blame-worthy (as you have conveyed Allâh’s Message).55. And remind (by preaching the Qur’ân, O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم), for verily, the reminding profits the believers.56. And I (Allâh) created not the jinn and mankind except that they should worship Me (Alone).57. I seek not any provision from them (i.e. provision for themselves or for My creatures) nor do I ask that they should feed Me (i.e. feed themselves or My creatures).58. Verily, Allâh is the All-Provider, Owner of Power, the Most Strong.59. And verily, for those who do wrong, there is a portion of torment like to the evil portion of torment (which came for) their likes (of old); so let them not ask Me to hasten on!60. Then woe to those who disbelieve (in Allâh and His Oneness - Islâmic Monotheism) from their Day which they have been promised (for their punishment).[1]

Al-Wadaa” Pilgrimage -the Prophet’s Farewell Pilgrimage

In the ninth day of Thul-hijja (the last month in the Arabic year), year 10 Hijri (after migration), the Prophet (PBUH) was surrounded by forty thousands of the companions reaching the range of vision. Rabi’a Bin Omaia Bin Khalaf was among them, he was repeating the speech of the Prophet to reach the ears of all people around. The following eloquent speech was the last one before his death: “O people, listen to my speech, I don’t know if I’ll see you after this year in this situation ever.Your blood and money is prohibited to you like the holiness of this day, in this month, in this country. Isn’t everything of the pre-Islamic period past, and the blood of pre-Islam is situated, and the first blood that has been shed from us was the blood of Ibn Rabiaah Bin al-Harris , he was breast-fed in Bany Saad and Hozil killed him. The usury of the pre-Islam is situated and the first usury to be lost from our usury is that of Abbas Ben Abd al-Muttaleb. All of this is situated.So obey Allah in dealing with your wives, you took them with the probity of Allah and regarded their vulva as lawful with a word from Allah , and you’ll have them not to let someone you hate enter your home, and if they did that you’ll have to beat them but not severely.I left to you what you will never be lost after it if you took refuge with; the book of Allah “ the Holy Quraan”, when you are asked about me, what are you going to say? , they said: we witness that you informed, guided, and advised.He said with his forefinger pointed to the sky: Oh Allah witness that I have informed Your message…..”After the Prophet finished his speech, Allah descended from heaven his holy speech:(This day I have perfected your religion for you, completed my favor upon you, and have chosen for you Islam as your religion) [Al-Maa’idah:3]When Omar heard it, he cried. He was asked: what makes you cry? He said:” there is nothing after perfection but insufficiency“(Sahih al-Bukhary 148/5)With this eloquent speech, the Prophet of Allah settled the rules of Islam. In addition, he destroyed the rules of polytheism and pre-Islam. He prohibited the illegal that religions agreed on prohibiting which are blood, money, and honor. He situated the issues of pre-Islam under his legs. He entrusted them to treat their women kindly ,he announced the nation that they’ll never be lost since they are following the book of Allah, then he told them that he is responsible of them in front of Allah. He interrogated them and they all said at one time:” we witness that you informed, guided, and advised. (Zad al-Ma’ad 233/2)In the tenth of Thul-hijja, when it was forenoon, the Prophet made a speech in the day of immolation while he was on his mule Ash-Shahbaa, some of the people were sitting and some were standing. He repeated in this speech some of what he have said the day before, and he said moreover:( o people: the postponing ( of a sacred month) is indeed an addition to disbelief: thereby the disbelievers are led astray, for they make it lawful one year and forbid it another year in order to adjust the number of months forbidden by Allah , and make such forbidden ones lawful.) [at-Tawbah: 37]The year is twelve months in them four prohibited, three in sequence Thul-qe’da, Thul-Hijja, Muharram, and Rajab Mudher (Mudhar is a name of a tribe) which was between Jumadaa and Sha’baan.The tripe of Moudher was one of the Arabic tripes which respect (persist in) the sacredness of the month of Ragab more than all Arabs. However, this persist is not only for Allah but it was a habit they inherited from their fathers. The Prophet continued in his speech by saying:“which month is this?” we said:” Allah and his Prophet know better.”, so he kept silent that we thought he is going to call it with another name. He said:” isn’t it Thul-hijja?” we said:” yes”. He said:” which country is this?” we said:” Allah and his Prophet know better.”, so he kept silent that we thought he is going to call it with another name. He continued ”so which day is this?” we said:” Allah and his Prophet know.” Therefore, he kept silent that we thought he is going to call it with another name. he said:” isn’t it the day of immolation?” we said:” yes.” He said your blood, money, honor are prohibited to you like the prohibition of this day, in this country, in this month.In addition, you will meet your Allah, and he will ask you about your deeds, do not become astray after me beating each other.“Did I inform?” they said:” yes”.Muhammad said:” Allah witness, the present ones should inform the absent ones, and may be the one who will be addressed will be more conscious than the addresser. (Sahih al-Bukhariy 148/5)The Message of Islam has been completed, and Allah finished the immortal Sharia even the morals whish the companions learned from their Prophet reached its top. Before that, they put their selves between the hands of Allah and his Messenger until Allah descends Quran from heaven:[o you who believe! Do not put (yourselves) forward before Allah and his Messenger (saw)] (al-Hujuraat: 1)Again the Prophet asked them:” which month is this? No one answered, while they know it is the prohibited month, but they all answered a polite answer:” Allah and his Prophet know better.” Then he repeated the question secondly and thirdly despite of knowing the answer, but they all answered:” Allah and his Prophet knows better” until he said:” Isn’t it Thul-hijja? isn’t it the day of immolation?” we said:” yes... yes... yes.

The Prophet's Last Moments

In the month of Safar-the 1st Arabic month -in the eleventh year Hijri, the Prophet (PBUH) -went to Uhud -the place where the Muslims fought before against Quraish and many Muslim martyrs were killed and buried there -and prayed for the martyrs there. He was seeing off all people - dead and alive - and then he left. On the twenty ninth of Safar , the messenger (PBUH) said to his servant that he had been ordered to repent for the people of Al-Bakki’ - a grave yard in Mdina - and he asked his servant to come with him. When he arrived there he said: “Oh people of the graves peace be upon you. Be pleased with what you are in. The turmoils came keeping in trace as the very dark nights .The last very close to the first and the last worse than the first". Then he looked at his servant and said that he was given the keys of all life treasures and eternity then the Paradise, and asked to choose between that and meeting the Almighty Allah then Paradise. Before finishing his words his servant begged him to choose eternity life; but the Prophet’s only concern in his life was just to tell his message. So he replied him saying that he had chosen to meet Allah then Paradise. After that he repented for the dead people in Bakki’. In his way back, he felt a headache and his temperature got terribly high. When he entered his house, he found his wife complaining from a headache saying: "oh my head". But the Messenger told her that his headache was the worst. Then he tried to give her a hint that if he die, he wants her to wash him and prepare him for bury; so he said to her that she should not panic because if she die before him he is going to wash her and prepare her to bury and pray for her .But she did not understand what he had meant by these words. Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her) replied that if she is going to die, he (PBUH) will come back to her house and enjoy his days with his wives. Aisha said that either because of her jealousy or because she wanted to release the Prophet from his pain, especially because of his complain from a terrible headache. When the Prophet heard her words he laughed. The Prophet led the people in the prayers for 11 days while he was sick. His complete days of sickness were 13 or 14 days.The Messenger (PBUH) was the perfect role model in applying the roles which he had taught his nation, especially with women. So when his sickness got worse and worse he asked his wives: "where am I tomorrow? "- that’s because he used to spend every day with one of his wives – The main cause of his question was to know when the day of Aisha is, because he loved Aisha more than his other wives. The prophet asked Allah for forgiveness because he couldn’t be fair in his love towards his wives. He treated them all in a fair and equal way, but in terms of love; his love to Aisha was the most.His wives knew that he loved Aisha most, so they asked him to stay with her during his sickness. The Prophet (PBUH) moved to Aisha’s house and stayed with her the last week of his life. In his ordinary days the Prophet (PBUH) used to cure his pains with Quran (especially the last three Surahs : -al Ikhlas, Al Falaq & An Nas , that are called “ Al Mu’awathat”) ,but in his last days he was so sick that he could not cure himself. So Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her) used to read the verses she memorised from the Prophet and blow in his hand, and then stroked over his body to cure him. On Wednesday, five days before his death, he got worse and he was so sick that he fainted. When he got up he asked to spill on him seven buckets of water so he could speak to the people outside. Even in his last moments he was interested in giving advices to his people, he could say only spill water over me but he described exactly what needs o be done in such cases, so that people can do the same as a cure from such sickness.He said that this water should be from different wells, and to spill only seven buckets all at once. After they had spilt water over him, he felt that he got better. So he entered the mosque to give a speech. He said: “cursed be all those who use to make the graves of their prophets place of worship……” Once during the days of his illness, Abu Bakr - the closest friend of the Messenger- and Alabbas - the uncle of the Messenger -passed while a group of the Ansar -the inhabitants of Madinah who supported the Messenger- were crying. Abu Bakr -may Allah be pleased with him- asked them why they were crying. They replied saying that they had missed the presence of the Messenger among them. Abu Bakr entered the Prophet’s room and told him about what he had seen. The Messenger loved the Ansar very much because they are the people who protected him and offered their souls and money to support him. So when Abu Bakr told him, he tied his head with a piece of cloth and walked to the mosque despite his pains and gave the Muslims his last speech. He thanked and praised Allah and told the Muslims that they have to take care of the Ansar as being the first people who believed and protected him when others let him down, he trusted them most and they had done their best for Islam). And he stressed that they did what they had promised (to protect the Messenger and defend him and his religion), so he advised to forgive the one who commits a mistake and accept their good deeds. While he was advising and showing them the right and wrong, he began to tell them that his death got closer by saying-that there was a slave ( he means himself) that had been given the chance by Allah to choose between eternity life or to accept Allah’s faith. But he chose Allah’s faith.When Abu Bakr (May Allah be pleased with him) heard this sentence, he cried – knowing that the Prophet’s death will be very close- and said that they would give their souls for the sake of the Prophet.The companions of the Messenger wandered why Abu Bakr said such words. But after the Prophet’s death they knew that the Prophet was talking about himself and that Abu Bakr (May Allah be pleased with him) was the wisest between them…..The Messenger told Abu Bakr to calm down. Then he told his companions, that he wishes to be with Abu Bakr forever, and it is friendship and brotherhood in Islam which tied them till Allah gather them again in the hereafter.

The Winds that Scatter

Sûrat Adh-Dhâriyât(The Winds that Scatter) LI In the Name of Allâh,the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful1. By (the winds) that scatter dust.2. And (the clouds) that bear heavy weight of water.3. And (the ships) that float with ease and gentleness.4. And those (angels) who distribute (provisions, rain, and other blessings) by (Allâh’s) Command.5. Verily, that which you are promised (i.e. Resurrection in the Hereafter and receiving the reward or punishment of good or bad deeds) is surely true.6. And verily, the Recompense is sure to happen.7. By the heaven full of paths,8. Certainly, you have different ideas (about Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم and the Qur’ân).9. Turned aside therefrom (i.e. from Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم and the Qur’ân) is he who is turned aside (by the Decree and Preordainment القضاء والقدر of Allâh).10. Cursed be the liars11. Who are under a cover of heedlessness (think not about the gravity of the Hereafter),12. They ask: "When will be the Day of Recompense?"13. (It will be) a Day when they will be tried (punished i.e. burnt) over the Fire!14. "Taste you your trial (punishment i.e. burning)! This is what you used to ask to be hastened!"15. Verily, the Muttaqûn (the pious. See V.2:2) will be in the midst of Gardens and Springs (in the Paradise),16. Taking joy in the things which their Lord has given them. Verily, they were before this Muhsinûn (good-doers. See V.2:112).17. They used to sleep but little by night [invoking their Lord (Allâh) and praying, with fear and hope].18. And in the hours before dawn, they were (found) asking (Allâh) for forgiveness.19. And in their properties there was the right of the Sâ’il (the beggar who asks) and the Mahrûm (the poor who does not ask others)[1].20. And on the earth are signs for those who have Faith with certainty.21. And also in your ownselves. Will you not then see?22. And in the heaven is your provision, and that which you are promised.23. Then by the Lord of the heaven and the earth, it is the truth (i.e. what has been promised to you), just as it is the truth that you can speak.24. Has the story reached you, of the honoured guests [three angels; Jibrîl (Gabriel) along with another two] of Ibrâhîm (Abraham)?25. When they came in to him and said: "Salâm, (peace be upon you)!" He answered: "Salâm, (peace be upon you)," and said: "You are a people unknown to me."26. Then he turned to his household, and brought out a roasted calf [as the property of Ibrâhîm (Abraham) was mainly cows].27. And placed it before them, (saying): "Will you not eat?"28. Then he conceived fear of them (when they ate not). They said: "Fear not."[2] And they gave him glad tidings of a son having knowledge (about Allâh and His religion of True Monotheism).29. Then his wife came forward with a loud voice: she smote her face, and said: "A barren old woman!"[3]30. They said: "Even so says your Lord.[4] Verily, He is the All-Wise, the All-Knower."31. [Ibrâhîm (Abraham)] said: "Then for what purpose you have come, O Messengers?"32. They said: "We have been sent to a people who are Mujrimûn (polytheists, sinners, criminals, disbelievers in Allâh)33. To send down upon them stones of baked clay.34. Marked by your Lord for the Musrifûn (polytheists, criminals, sinners - those who trespass Allâh’s set limits in evil-doings by committing great sins).35. So We brought out from therein the believers.36. But We found not there any household of the Muslims except one [of Lût (Lot) and his two daughters].37. And We have left there a sign (i.e. the place of the Dead Sea[1] in Palestine) for those who fear the painful torment.38. And in Mûsâ (Moses) (too, there is a sign), when We sent him to Fir‘aun (Pharaoh) with a manifest authority.39. But [Fir‘aun (Pharaoh)] turned away (from Belief in might) along with his hosts, and said: "A sorcerer, or a madman."40. So We took him and his hosts, and dumped them into the sea, for he was blameworthy.41. And in ‘Âd (there is also a sign) when We sent against them the barren wind;42. It spared nothing that it reached, but blew it into broken spreads of rotten ruins.43. And in Thamûd (there is also a sign), when they were told: "Enjoy yourselves for a while!"44. But they insolently defied the Command of their Lord, so the Sâ‘iqah[2] overtook them while they were looking.45. Then they were unable to rise up, nor could they help themselves.46. (So were) the people of Nûh (Noah) before them. Verily, they were a people who were Fâsiqûn (rebellious, disobedient to Allâh).47. With power did We construct the heaven. Verily, We are Able to extend the vastness of space thereof.48. And We have spread out the earth: how Excellent Spreader (thereof) are We!49. And of everything We have created pairs, that you may remember (the Grace of Allâh).50. So flee to Allâh (from His Torment to His Mercy - Islâmic Monotheism). Verily, I (Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) am a plain warner to you from Him.[3]51. And set not up (or worship not) any other ilâh (god) along with Allâh [Glorified be He (Alone), Exalted above all that they associate as partners with Him]. Verily, I (Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) am a plain warner to you from Him.52. Likewise, no Messenger came to those before them but they said: "A sorcerer or a madman!"53. Have they (the people of the past) transmitted this saying to these (Quraish pagans)? Nay, they are themselves a people transgressing beyond bounds (in disbelief)!54. So turn away (O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) from them (Quraish pagans), you are not blame-worthy (as you have conveyed Allâh’s Message).55. And remind (by preaching the Qur’ân, O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم), for verily, the reminding profits the believers.56. And I (Allâh) created not the jinn and mankind except that they should worship Me (Alone).57. I seek not any provision from them (i.e. provision for themselves or for My creatures) nor do I ask that they should feed Me (i.e. feed themselves or My creatures).58. Verily, Allâh is the All-Provider, Owner of Power, the Most Strong.59. And verily, for those who do wrong, there is a portion of torment like to the evil portion of torment (which came for) their likes (of old); so let them not ask Me to hasten on!60. Then woe to those who disbelieve (in Allâh and His Oneness - Islâmic Monotheism) from their Day which they have been promised (for their punishment).[1]

Some of the Prophet's Teachings

There is a large collection of the Prophet's ideas, thoughts, instructions, teachings, beliefs, morals, manners and principles. The greatness and glory of Islam rests upon these ideals. Only a portion of them are listed here.Purity of Self 1. Wise is he who regards himself small, and performs deeds that are useful after death; foolish is he who is controlled by his desires and expectant of Allah's grace and mercy.2. The strong man is he who controls himself, not the one who throws down his adversary. 3. Contentment is treasure that is never empty. 4. To give up the unimportant is highly religious. 5. Advice is a trust and wrong instruction is a breach of trust. 6. To give up evil or wickedness is also a charity. 7. Modesty is a branch of faith.8. Health and comforts are blessings not available to all. 9. Moderation in spending is equal to half of one's income. (Spending with sense is as good as half of one's income). 10. Careful thinking is wisdom. 11. The one who keeps promises is righteous. 12. Wisdom is the greatest wealth. 13. Good speech is the charm of man. 14. Ignorance is the greatest limitation. 15. One who is trustworthy is righteous. 16. Love is not as effective as good manners. 17. Humility elevates one's position. 18. Alms-giving does not lead to decrease of wealth. 19. Don't mock at your brother or you might meet the same situation. 20. Bad manners spoil good qualities as vinegar spoils honey. Obedience to Parents 1. Allah is pleased when the father is pleased. Allah is displeased when the father is displeased.2. Of all the deeds performed, offering prayers on time is the best, and then the second in importance is obedience to parents. 3. The greatest sins are polytheism, disobedience to parents, giving false evidences and telling lies. Behavior with Relatives "Kinship"[ in Arabic- rahim] is derived from "The Most Beneficent" [in Arabic- rahman]. The man who maintains the bonds of kinship is close to Allah and one who severs relations with his kin is forsaken by Allah. Bringing up Daughters 1. One who raises and educates three or two daughters or sisters, out of fear of Allah, will go to Paradise (even if the number is one).2. Bringing up daughters is a test; one who passes the test will be safe from Hell. Bringing up Orphans One who brings up orphans will be with me (the Prophet peace be upon him) like the two fingers of a hand (in the Hereafter). Obedience to Rulers 1. The ruler should be obeyed on the earth. 2. Even if a slave happens to become your ruler, you must obey him. 3. Kingdom is lost not through disbelief, but through tyranny.Kindness One who is not merciful and kind cannot expect mercy upon him. Evils of Begging 1. One who begs is collecting fire (of Hell) for himself, whether it is small or great. 2. The worst person is he who begs in the Name of Allah and still gets nothing. Don't beg from men for Allah's sake. It is better to demand from Allah Himself. Cooperation 1. Those who are not kind to the young and do not respect the elders, do not belong to us. 2. Be kind to people on the earth and Allah will be Merciful in Heaven.3. In friendliness and sympathy, the Muslims are like a building in which the bricks strengthen one another. 4. To meet cheerfully, to talk about virtues, to prevent people from vices and villainy, to show the right path to those who have lost the way, to lead weak-sighted persons on the way, to remove thorns, stones, and bones from paths and to draw water from wells for others, are all deeds of virtue. 5. To greet people and to feed the poor and to pray at night while people are asleep are the good signs of Islam. 6. Only courteous men will be close and dear to me on the Day of Judgment. I shall be disgusted and distant from those who are not well-behaved. I am also sick of those who talk nonsense, discuss things irresponsibly and are proud. 7. To live comfortably is not arrogance. Arrogance is to despise the people and to reject the truth. 8. Love all; in it is half of wisdom. 9. Don't behave well only when others behave well and to mischief if others do mischief. Instead, try to behave well with those who behave well with you and do not create mischief if they do likewise. The Greatness of Learning 1. One who seeks knowledge finds the road to Paradise easier. 2. Knowledge is obligatory upon every Muslim. 3. Quest for learning is atonement for past sins. 4. Learning is greater than devotion and optional prayer in importance. 5. Knowledge and wisdom are your lost treasures; seek them wherever they are. 6. He who conceals his knowledge will be chained with fire. 7. Nothing in the world is better than the collecting of knowledge and patience. Treatment of Slaves, Women Servants and Attendants 1. Men slaves and women slaves are like your brothers and sisters. Allah has kept them under your supervision. Equal treatment is to be given to them in food and clothing. They should not be asked to bear more than their strength and capacity. In difficult tasks they should be given assistance and support. 2. To liberate men slaves or women slaves is to get liberated from Hell.

The Mount

Sûrat At-Tûr(The Mount) LII In the Name of Allâh,the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful1. By the Tûr (Mount)2. And by a Book Inscribed3. In parchment unrolled.4. And by Al-Bait-ul-Ma‘mûr[2] (the house over the heavens parallel to the Ka‘bah at Makkah, continuously visited by the angels).5. And by the roof raised high (i.e. the heaven).6. And by the sea kept filled (or it will be fire kindled on the Day of Resurrection).7. Verily, the Torment of your Lord will surely come to pass.8. There is none that can avert it.9. On the Day when the heaven will shake with a dreadful shaking,10. And the mountains will move away with a (horrible) movement.11. Then woe that Day to the beliers.[3]12. Who are playing in falsehood[4].13. The Day when they will be pushed down by force to the Fire of Hell, with a horrible, forceful pushing.14. This is the Fire which you used to belie.15. Is this magic, or do you not see?16. Taste you therein its heat and whether you are patient of it or impatient of it, it is all the same. You are only being requited for what you used to do.17. Verily, the Muttaqûn (the pious. See V.2:2) will be in Gardens (Paradise), and Delight.18. Enjoying in that which their Lord has bestowed on them, and (the fact that) their Lord saved them from the torment of the blazing Fire.19. "Eat and drink with happiness because of what you used to do."20. They will recline (with ease) on thrones arranged in ranks. And We shall marry them to Hûr: (female, fair ones) with wide lovely eyes.[1]21. And those who believe and whose offspring follow them in Faith: to them shall We join their offspring, and We shall not decrease the reward of their deeds in anything. Every person is a pledge for that which he has earned.22. And We shall provide them with fruit and meat such as they desire.23. There they shall pass from hand to hand a (wine) cup, free from any Laghw (dirty, false, evil vain talk between them), and free from sin[2] (because it will be lawful for them to drink).24. And there will go round boy-servants of theirs, to serve them as if they were preserved pearls.25. And some of them draw near to others, questioning.26. Saying: "Aforetime, we were afraid (of the punishment of Allâh) in the midst of our families.27. "So Allâh has been gracious to us, and has saved us from the torment of the Fire.28. "Verily, We used to invoke Him (Alone and none else) before. Verily, He is Al-Barr (the Most Subtle, Kind, Courteous, and Generous), the Most Merciful."[3]29. Therefore, remind (mankind of Islâmic Monotheism, O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم). By the Grace of Allâh, you are neither a soothsayer, nor a madman.30. Or do they say: "(Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) is a poet! We await for him some calamity by time!"31. Say (O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم to them): "Wait! I am with you among the waiters!"32. Do their minds command them this [i.e. to tell a lie against you (Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم)] or are they people transgressing all bounds?33. Or do they say: "He (Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) has forged it (this Qur’ân)?" Nay! They believe not!34. Let them then produce a recital like unto it (the Qur’ân) if they are truthful.35. Were they created by nothing? Or were they themselves the creators?36. Or did they create the heavens and the earth? Nay, but they have no firm Belief.37. Or are with them the treasures of your Lord? Or are they the tyrants with the authority to do as they like?38. Or have they a stairway (to heaven), by means of which they listen (to the talks of the angels)? Then let their listener produce some manifest proof.39. Or has He (Allâh) only daughters and you have sons?40. Or is it that you (O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) ask a wage from them (for your preaching of Islâmic Monotheism) so that they are burdened with a load of debt?41. Or that the Ghaib (Unseen) is with them, and they write it down?42. Or do they intend a plot (against you O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم)? But those who disbelieve (in the Oneness of Allâh - Islâmic Monotheism) are themselves plotted against!43. Or have they an ilâh (a god) other than Allâh? Glorified be Allâh from all that they ascribe as partners (to Him)[1]44. And if they were to see a piece of the heaven falling down, they would say: "Clouds gathered in heaps!"45. So leave them alone till they meet their Day, in which they will sink into a fainting (with horror).46. The Day when their plotting shall not avail them at all nor will they be helped (i.e. they will receive their torment in Hell).47. And verily, for those who do wrong, there is another punishment (i.e. the torment in this world and in their graves)[2] before this; but most of them know not. (Tafsir At-Tabarî).48. So wait patiently (O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) for the Decision of your Lord, for verily, you are under Our Eyes[3]; and glorify the Praises of your Lord when you get up from sleep.49. And in the nighttime also glorify His Praises - and at the setting of the stars.[4]

At-Tawheed, Chapter: 1

Whoever Fulfilled the Requirements of Tawheed Will Enter Paradise Without a ReckoningAllah (swt ), says:" Verily, Ibrahim was an Ummah [a leader, good and righteous] obedient to Allah, Haneefan [worshipping none but Allah], and he was not one of the polytheists" (Qur'an 16:120)Allah (swt ), informs us in this verse that His Messenger, Ibrahim (as ) was a leader in religion, a teacher of goodness, always humble and obedient to his Rabb; and that he rejected Shirk, in all its manifestations and devoted himself exclusively to the worship of Allah (swt ), Alone, without falling into Shirk, either in word, deed or belief.Benefits Derived From This Verse1. That Tawheed is the basis of all religion.2. The obligation to follow Ibrahim, by sincerely worshipping Allah, Alone.3. It is an obligation upon the daa'iyah1 to set a good example to the people in all that he does.4. The unchanging nature of true worship as exemplified by the Prophets.5. Tawheed is not acceptable without rejections of Shirk. 6. Rejection of the claim of Quraish in the days of ignorance that in practising their Shirk, they were following the religion of Ibrahim.Relevance of This Verse to the Subject of TawheedThat the verse proves that whoever exemplified these four attributes, has earned the right to Paradise, as did Ibrahim (as ), without reckoning or punishment. ..ooOOoo..Allah (swt ), says:" And those who live in awe for fear of their Rabb; And those who believe in the Signs of their Rabb, And those who join not anyone [in worship] as partners with their Rabb; And those who give that which they give [i.e. charity] with their hearts full of fear [whether their charity has been accepted or not], because they are sure to return to their Rabb" (Qur'an 23:57-60)In these verses, Allah (swt ), describes the Believers by four of their attributes for which they deserve praise and commendation: They fear the punishment of their Rabb, they believe in the revealed Signs of Allah (swt ) and His natural Signs (the planets, the stars, the seasons, the animals, the birds, the plants etc.) which prove the existence of Him (swt ) and the truth of the Message of Muhammad (saas ); and they are guided by these Signs and do not associate partners with Allah (swt ), either openly, or secretly; and because of their strong faith, they fear that Allah (swt ) will not accept their charity and good deeds; and Allah (swt ) Testifies to their mutual rivalry in performing virtuous deeds, and He Informs us that they precede others in doing so.The Benefits Derived From These Verses1. The obligation to fear Allah.2. The obligation of belief in the signs of Allah.3. The forbiddance of Shirk in all its manifestations.4. The concern of the Believers as to whether or not their deeds will be accepted.5. The preferability of competing with others in the performance of good deeds.Relevance of These Verses to the Subject of TawheedThat the verses prove that whoever personifies these four attributes and purifies himself from Shirk which nullifies good deeds, will have the right to enter Paradise without a reckoning and without punishment because he has achieved the purest Tawheed and this is his reward...ooOOoo..It is reported on the authority of Husain Ibn ..Abdul-Rahmaan that he said: "I was with Sa'eed Ibn Jubair and he asked: "Who among you saw the shooting star last night?" I answered: "I saw it," and I explained to him that I had not been at prayer, because I had been stung (by a scorpion). He asked: "Then what did you do?" "I used a ruqyah,"2 I replied. He said: "What made you do that?" I answered: "A Hadith I heard from Ash-Sh'abi." He asked: "What did he tell you?" I said: "He reported from Buraidah Al-Husayyib, who said that ruqyah is not permitted except in two cases: "Al-'ain 3 and stings." He said: "He who limits himself to what he has heard, has done well; but Ibn ..Abbas (ra ) reported to us that the Prophet (saas ) said: "All the nations were made to pass before me, and I saw a Prophet (saas ) with a small group, and a Prophet (saas ) with only one or two men, and a Prophet (saas ) with none. Then there was shown to me a large number of people which I thought to be my Ummah, 4 but it was said to me: "This is Moosa (as ) and his people." Then I looked and saw a huge crowd at which it was said to me: "These are your people: Among them are seventy thousand who will enter Paradise without a reckoning or punishment." Then he (saas ) got up and went to his house, and the people began to discuss who they might be: Some of them said: "Perhaps they are the Companions of the Messenger of Allah (saas ); others said: "Perhaps they are the those who were born in Islam and have never associated any partners with Allah (swt ). While they were talking thus, the Messenger of Allah (saas ) came out and they informed him (about what they had been discussing). He (swt ) said: "They are those who do not treat themselves with ruqyah, nor practise treatment by cauterization, nor believe in good or bad omens - but depend upon and trust in their Rabb (Alone)." ..Ukkashah Ibn Mihsan (ra ) stood up and said: "Ask Allah (swt ) for me that I be one of them." He (swt ) said: "You are one of them." Then another man stood and said: "Ask Allah (swt ) that I (also) be one of them." He (saas ) said: "..Ukkashah has preceded you." (Narrated by Bukhari and Muslim)Husain Ibn ..Abdul-Rahman (ra ) informs us of a discussion which took place between him and the Tabi'i,5 Sa'eed Ibn Jubair, concerning the use of ruqyah, due to the fact that Husain had been stung by a scorpion, for which he resorted to a ruqyah, in accordance with the Sunnah.6 When Sa'eed asked him for a proof for that, he informed him of the Hadith of Ash-Sh'abi which permits the use of ruqyah for the treatment of al-'ain and stings. Sa'eed praised him for his adherence to the Hadith, but related to him a Hadith which advocates rejection of ruqyah - the Hadith of Ibn ..Abbas (ra ) which also mentions cauterization and belief in omens, and requires us to have complete trust in Allah (swt ), and depend upon Him (swt ), Alone; and says that when ..Ukkashah (ra ) requested the Prophet (saas ) to ask Allah (swt ) to make him one of the seventy thousand who would enter Paradise without reckoning and without punishment, He (saas ) informed him that he was one of them, but when another man made the same request, the Messenger of Allah (swt ) gently, but firmly closed the door upon any further requests by saying: "..Ukkashah (ra ) has preceded you." Benefits Derived From This Hadith 1. That the Salaf 7 used to keep away from riyaa.. and anything that might lead to it.2. The obligation to ask for proof before accepting anything in the religion.3. The permissibility of using ruqyah for al-'ain and stings, on condition that the ruqyah is of a kind endorsed by the Shari'ah8 - from the Qur'an or the authentic supplications of the Prophet (saas ) in the Arabic language. 4. The profound knowledge of the Salaf.5. Acting in accordance with the Qur'an and the Sunnah takes precedence over all opinions.6. The virtue of the Salaf and their good manners and politeness in passing on Islamic knowledge.7. The disparity in the number of followers of one Prophet and another, and that some Prophets have no followers.8. The number of followers a person may have is not necessarily an indication of the truth or falseness of the message.9. The virtue of Moosa (as ) and his people.10. The excellence of the Ummah of Muhammad (saas ) in comparison with other peoples.11. The love of the Companions for all good deeds.12. The permissibility of engaging in debate in religious matters.13. Whoever possesses the four attributes mentioned in the Hadith, has perfected Tawheed and will enter Paradise.14. The permissibility of asking virtuous persons to supplicate Allah (swt ) on our behalf.15. That there is no contradiction between the Hadith of Ash-Sh'abi - which permits ruqyah when the conditions for its acceptance are met - and the Hadith of Ibn ..Abbas (ra ) - which forbids ruqyah when those conditions are not met.Relevance of This Hadith to the Subject of TawheedThat the Hadith proves that whoever possessed the four attributes mentioned therein, has perfected Tawheed and will enter Paradise without reckoning or punishment.Footnotes1. Daa'iyah: One who invites people to Islam. 2. Ruqyah: To recite a part of the Qur'an (e.g. Qur'an Al-Faatihah), or to supplicate Allah (swt), using words prescribed by the Messenger of Allah (saas) in authentic Hadith, in order to obtain relief from illness. 3. Al-'ain: The evil eye. 4. Ummah: Community. 5. Taabi'i: A Muslim who met and reported from one or more of the Companions of the Prophet (saas). 6. Sunnah: Words and deeds of the Prophet (saas) and those of which he approved. 7. The Salaf: The pious, early generations of Muslims. 8. Shari'ah: Islamic Law.

Pampering his Wives and Treating them Kindly

We all read about the life of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in the fields of education, faith, politics, war, or economy but seldom was written or published about his life (PBUH) inside his house and his relationship with his wives. A person well informed about the familial relationships of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) finds out that it included meanings that we desperately miss in our present time. These meanings would contribute to the stability of our homes and marriages. In this article we are giving some examples of Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) consideration to the feelings of his wives, his appreciation, and manifestation of love. Lady Ai'sha may Allah be pleased with her once asked Prophet Muhammad (PBUH): "How is your love to me?" He said: "Like a rope tied in knot." She said: "How is the knot?" He said: "Same as ever." He meant his love has not changed and as a knot is settled in his heart. Let us imagine Lady Ai'sha's feelings and her happiness after listening to her husband describing his love to her, knowing before hand that she is his most loved wife and has listened to him over and over saying that she-may Allah be pleased with her was favored above all women. His words must have pleased her no doubt.Calling one's wife with the name she loves the most or with a nickname or a musical name is one of the forms of pampering and being kind to one's wife. This can be seen in the life of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) who, in a saying 'Hadith' that is agreed upon by scholars, used to say to his wife Ai'sha: "Ai'sh, O Ai'sh, this is Gabriel saying peace be upon you." He also used to call Ai'sha: "Homayraa'"-a short form of "Hamraa'" which, according to Ibn Kathir in The End 'Al Nehaya' , means the white skinned woman. Althahabi also said that "Hamraa'" in the language of the people of 'Hegaz' means white and blushing-a rare feature among them. So Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) used to treat Ai'sha kindly and call her with lovely names.Imam Muslim said that Ai'sha reported that Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) used to kiss one of his wives while fasting which made her laugh may Allah be pleased with her.In another saying 'Hadith', Ai'sha said that Muhammad (PBUH) said that the best of the believers is the one who is best in manners and kindest to one's wife.These sayings 'Hadiths' demonstrate how Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) cared for his wives and how well he treated Ai'sha may Allah be pleased with her. One of the forms of cuddling and well treating one's wife is feeding her with one's own hands. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said: "Whatever you spend is considered charity even the mouthful that you put in your wife's mouth." Even the food that one feeds one's wife with one's hands is considered an act of charity that is rewarded by Allah (SBWT) and not only an action that guarantees one her love and cooperation.Cuddling and being kind to one's wife has a tremendous emotional effect on her. This action of following the example of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) costs a man nothing and grants him Allah's reward, his wife's love and cooperation. Therefore a man is commanded to cuddle and treat his wife kindly.A man's nature dictates him a certain way of expressing his feelings and it is different from a woman's. A woman expresses her love with words like, I love you, I miss you, I need you, etc. On the other hand, a man expresses love in action and production and seldom with words. If a man wants to tell his wife that he loves her he buys her something she wants or brings some food and drinks or furniture to the house. According to a man, this is a form of expression. The generous Prophet has indeed overcome this negative trait in the nature of men. He used to describe his love and passion verbally for Lady Ai'sha may Allah be pleased with her, treated her kindly, pamperd her, and let his wives hear what they wished for from their beloved husband. This is an important aspect in a relationship. Ibn Assaker narrated that Lady Ai'sha may Allah be pleased with her said that Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) told her: "I could not care less to die knowing that you are my wife in heaven." Imagine Lady Ai'sha's emotions having heard the words that guaranteed her security, love and peace in this life and in the hereafter.Al Aas Ibn Al Rabee' the husband of Zaynab the daughter of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) leaves Makkah escaping Islam. She sends him to return and embrace Islam. He sends her a letter, an extract of which is: "By Allah, I don't see your father as an offender and I love nothing more than following the same rout with you dear beloved. However, I hate being said that your husband has let his people down. Would you consider this and pardon me?" The letter demonstrates that Al Aas loved zaynab and wanted to be with her in whatever road. Moreover he hated that people would talk in a way that displeases her. At the end he asks her to consider and pardon him, for the sake of that love Zaynab could go to him and return with him a Muslim. Some writers demonstrate the respect of the West to women by giving examples like a husband opening the door to the car to his wife. At the surface, this is respect. However, a mature person can see many aspects in which a woman is being offended and disrespected in the West. Muslims do not have the issue of man/woman conflict because they believe each one completes the other and that mutual respect is a must. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is our example in this. One time during his stay alone in adoration of Allah in the last ten days of Ramadan, his wife Lady Safeya came to visit him and spoke with him for some time then went to the door. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) led her to the door to say goodbye. In another narration, he told her: "Do not hurry to leave till I come with you." Her house was at Ussama's and he (PBUH) left with her. Respect is the source of continual love and stability in a family. Therefore we wish it to prevail between a man and a wife.If spouses treated each other in such way, a marriage would definitely be beautiful. We desperately need to leaf through the life of the Prophet (PBUH) and the Islamic history to discover the most beautiful theories in the art of marriage.

The Moon

Sûrat Al-Qamar(The Moon) LIV In the Name of Allâh,the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful1. The Hour has drawn near, and the moon has been cleft asunder (the people of Makkah requested Prophet Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم to show them a miracle, so he showed them the splitting of the moon).[2]2. And if they see a sign, they turn away, and say: "This is continuous magic."3. They belied (the Verses of Allâh - this Qur’ân), and followed their own lusts. And every matter will be settled (according to the kind of deeds: good deeds will take their doers to Paradise, and similarly evil deeds will take their doers to Hell).4. And indeed there has come to them news (in this Qur’ân) wherein there is (enough warning) to check (them from evil),5. Perfect wisdom (this Qur’ân), but (the preaching of) warners benefit them not.6. So (O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) withdraw from them. The Day that the caller will call (them) to a terrible thing.7. They will come forth, with humbled eyes from (their) graves as if they were locusts spread abroad,8. Hastening towards the caller. The disbelievers will say: "This is a hard Day."9. The people of Nûh (Noah) denied (their Messenger) before them. They rejected Our slave, and said: "A madman!" and he was insolently rebuked and threatened.10. Then he invoked his Lord (saying): "I have been overcome, so help (me)!"11. So We opened the gates of the heaven with water pouring forth.12. And We caused springs to gush forth from the earth. So the waters (of the heaven and the earth) met for a matter predestined.13. And We carried him on a (ship) made of planks and nails,14. Floating under Our Eyes: a reward for him who had been rejected!15. And indeed, We have left this as a sign. Then is there any that will remember (or receive admonition)?16. Then how (terrible) was My Torment and My Warnings?17. And We have indeed made the Qur’ân easy to understand and remember; then is there any one who will remember (or receive admonition)?18. ‘Âd (people) belied (their Prophet, Hûd); then how (terrible) was My Torment and My Warnings?19. Verily, We sent against them a furious wind of harsh voice on a day of evil omen and continuous calamity.20. Plucking out men as if they were uprooted stems of date-palms.21. Then, how (terrible) was My Torment and My Warnings?22. And We have indeed made the Qur’ân easy to understand and remember; then is there any that will remember (or receive admonition)?23. Thamûd (people also) belied the warnings.24. And they said: "A man, alone among us - shall we follow him? Truly then we should be in error and distress (or madness)!"25. "Is it that the Reminder is sent to him [Prophet Sâlih عليه السلام] alone from among us? Nay, he is an insolent liar!"26. Tomorrow they will come to know who is the liar, the insolent one!27. Verily, We are sending the she-camel as a test for them. So watch them [O Sâlih عليه السلام], and be patient!28. And inform them that the water is to be shared between (her and) them, each one’s right to drink being established (by turns).29. But they called their comrade and he took (a sword) and killed (her).30. Then, how (terrible) was My Torment and My Warnings?31. Verily, We sent against them a single Saihah (torment - awful cry), and they became like the stubble of a fold-builder.32. And indeed, We have made the Qur’ân easy to understand and remember; then is there any that will remember (or receive admonition)?33. The people of Lût (Lot) belied the warnings.34. Verily, We sent against them a violent storm of stones (which destroyed them all), except the family of Lût (Lot), them We saved in the last hour of the night,35. As a Favour from Us. Thus do We reward him who gives thanks (by obeying Us).36. And he [Lût (Lot)] indeed had warned them of Our Seizure (punishment), but they did doubt the warnings!37. And they indeed sought to shame his guest (by asking to commit sodomy with them). So We blinded their eyes, (saying) "Then taste you My Torment and My Warnings."38. And verily, an abiding torment seized them early in the morning.39. "Then taste you My Torment and My Warnings."40. And indeed, We have made the Qur’ân easy to understand and remember; then is there any that will remember (or receive admonition)?41. And indeed, warnings came to the people of Fir‘aun (Pharaoh) [through Mûsâ (Moses) and Hârûn (Aaron)].42. (They) belied all Our Signs, so We seized them with a Seizure of the All-Mighty, All-Capable (Omnipotent).43. Are your disbelievers (O Quraish!) better than these [nations of Nûh (Noah), Lût (Lot), Sâlih, and the people of Fir‘aun (Pharaoh) who were destroyed)? Or have you an immunity (against Our Torment) in the Divine Scriptures?44. Or say they: "We are a great multitude, victorious?"45. Their multitude will be put to flight, and they will show their backs.46. Nay, but the Hour is their appointed time (for their full recompense), and the Hour will be more grievous and more bitter.47. Verily the Mujrimûn (polytheists, disbelievers, sinners, criminals) are in error (in this world) and will burn (in the Hell-fire in the Hereafter).48. The Day they will be dragged on their faces into the Fire (it will be said to them): "Taste you the touch of Hell!"[1]49. Verily, We have created all things with Qadar (Divine Preordainments of all things before their creation as written in the Book of Decrees Al-Lauh Al-Mahfûz).50. And Our Commandment is but one as the twinkling of an eye.51. And indeed, We have destroyed your likes; then is there any that will remember (or receive admonition)?52. And everything they have done is noted in (their) Records (of deeds).53. And everything, small and big, is written down (in Al-Lauh Al-Mahfûz already beforehand i.e. before it befalls, or is done by its doer: الإيمان بالقدر) (See the Qur’ân V.57:22 and its footnote).54. Verily, The Muttaqûn (the pious - see V.2:2), will be in the midst of Gardens and Rivers (Paradise).55. In a seat of truth (i.e. Paradise), near the Omnipotent King (Allâh, the One, the All-Blessed, the Most High, the Owner of Majesty and Honour).