Visit the sick

                          Visit the Sick

                            It's Sunnah

The work of mercy invites us to visit someone who is in the hospital or is housebound. The touch of a hand, a Prayer and real eye contact are great healers to the human spirit. 

Visiting the sick is called 'iyaadah in Arabic (from a root word meaning return) because people come back time after time.

It is proven in al-Saheehaayn that the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: "There are five duties that the Muslim owes to his brother Muslim," one of which is visiting the sick.

According to another version: "The rights of one Muslim over another are..." Al-Bukhaari said: Chapter on the obligation of visiting the sick, and he narrated the words of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him): “Feed the hungry, visit the sick and free the captives." The correct view is that it is a communal obligation, and the Muslims are obliged to visit their sick.

There are many ahaadeeth which speak of its virtue, such as the words of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him): "When the Muslim visits his (sick) Muslim brother, he is harvesting the fruits of Paradise until he returns." 

Narrated by Muslim, 2568.

The reward attained by the one who visits the sick is likened to the harvest reaped by one who gathers fruit.

Imam Ahmad narrated that Jaabir (may Allah be pleased with him) said: The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: "Whoever visits a sick person is plunging into mercy until he sits down, and when he sits down he is submerged in it." 

 Al-Silsilah al-Saheehah, 2504.

Ali (may Allah be pleased with him) said: I heard the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) say: "There is no Muslim who visits a (sick) Muslim early in the morning but Seventy thousand angles send blessings upon him until evening comes and if he visits him in the evening, Seventy thousand angles send blessings upon him until morning comes and he will have a Garden in Paradise"

Al-Tirmidhi (969).

There is no sin in a man visiting a non-mahram woman, or a woman visiting a non-mahram man, so long as the following conditions are met: proper covering, no risk of fitnah, and no being alone together.

Imam al-Bukhaari narrated a hadeeth from 'Aa'ishah (may Allah be pleased with her), who said that she visited Abu Bakr and Bilaal (may Allah be pleased with them both) when they fell sick when they first came to Madeenah.

There is no sin in visiting a mushrik kaafir who is sick, if that serves an interest. 

The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) visited a Jewish boy and called him to Islam, and he became Muslim. Narrated by al-Bukhaari (1356). And the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) was present when his paternal uncle Abu Taalib was dying, and he called him to Islam but he refused. Agreed upon.

The visitor should not sit for too long with the sick person, rather the visit should be short so that it does not cause any hardship to him or his family. 

The sick person may pass through periods when he suffers pain because of his sickness, or he may do something that he would not like anyone to see, so sitting with him for too long will cause him embarrassment.

However, it depends on the situation; the sick person may like some people to sit with him for a long time.

There is nothing in the Sunnah that suggests that there is a specific time for visiting the sick. Ibn al-Qayyim said: The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) did not specify any particular day or time for visiting the sick, rather he prescribed that for his ummah by night and by day, at all times. 

Zaad al-Ma'aad, 1/497

Some of the salaf used to visit the sick at the beginning of the day or in the early evening, so that the angels would send blessings upon them for the longest time.

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Dua should be made for the sick person in the manner narrated in the Sunnah: "La ba's, tuhoor in sha Allah (No worry, it is a purification, if Allah wills)." 

Narrated by al-Bukhaari.

Dua for healing should be said three times. The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) visited Sa'd ibn Abi Waqqaas and said: "O Allah, heal Sa'd," three times." 

Narrated by al-Bukhaari (5659) and Muslim (1628).

The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) used to place his right hand on the sick person and say: "Adhhib al-ba's Rabb an-naas, wa'shfi anta al-Shaafi, laa shifaa'a illa shifaa'uka shifaa'an laa yughaadir saqaman (Take away the pain, O Lord of mankind, and grant healing, for You are the Healer, and there is no healing but Your healing that leaves no trace of sickness)." 

Narrated by Muslim, 2191.

Hazrat Abu Sa'eed Khudri (R.A.) reports that Rasulullah(Sallallaahu alaiyhi wassallam) said, "When you visit a sick person, speak in a reassuring way to him (about his age and his life).'  (For instance, tell him, 'Alhamdulillah, your health has improved' or 'Inshaa Allah you will get better soon.') Saying this will not delay what is predestined, but it will certainly make him feel happy.'

[Tirmizi, Ibn Maajah]

'Innaa lillaahi wa 'innaa 'ilayhi raaji'oon, 

Allaahumma'-jurni fee museebatee wa 'akhliflee khayran minhaa.

We are from Allah and unto Him we return. O Allah take me out of my plight and bring to me after it something better. 

(Muslim 2/632)

We pray to Allah to cure the sick amongst us and give us the ability to practice this sunnah of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him).. 

Aameen

O Allah, light the grave of Muslims who have passed away

O Allah, light the grave of Muslims who have passed away and make life easier for those who are still alive. 

Aameen

Alhamdulillah

The statement "You are exactly what I always wanted & prayed for. Blessed to have you in my life" reflects deep gratitude, love, and appreciation for someone significant in your life. Here's a more detailed explanation of what this means:

1. Fulfillment of Desires and Prayers :

The phrase "You are exactly what I always wanted & prayed for" expresses that the person being addressed is the fulfillment of long-held hopes and dreams. In a spiritual sense, it suggests that the speaker has been making prayers (duas) for a partner or companion who possesses specific qualities, and now that person has come into their life. It reflects both personal desire and trust in divine timing.

2. Acknowledging a Divine Blessing :

"Blessed to have you in my life" shows recognition that this special relationship is not just the result of chance but a blessing from Allah. In Islam, we often express gratitude for the people in our lives because we believe everything good comes from Allah. By saying this, the speaker is acknowledging that having such a person in their life is a form of divine mercy and favor.

3. Gratitude and Appreciation :

This phrase carries a deep sense of gratitude—not just for the presence of the person but also for their role in the speaker's life. The term "blessed" implies that this person has brought joy, peace, and perhaps spiritual growth. It indicates that the relationship has enriched the speaker's life in significant ways, making them feel thankful both emotionally and spiritually.

4. Emotional Connection :

The overall sentiment reflects a deep emotional bond, where the speaker feels that this person completes or enhances their life. It communicates that the relationship has brought them happiness, fulfillment, and contentment—qualities one often seeks in meaningful relationships, especially in a marriage or deep friendship.

5. Spiritual Fulfillment :

For someone with faith, praying for a good life partner or companion and having those prayers answered is a profound spiritual experience. It signifies that Allah has responded to their requests in a way that aligns with their deepest wishes and needs. The use of "Alhamdulillah" (in the elaborated version) emphasizes gratitude to Allah for making this happen.

In essence, this phrase is a beautiful way of expressing love, appreciation, and recognition that the person is a cherished gift from Allah, whose presence brings immense joy and fulfillment.

Keep in touch with relatives and friends

  

       Keep in touch with relatives and friends

                             It's Sunnah

In Islam, the importance of maintaining family relations is paramount. The Holy Quran says, "And be careful of [your duty to] God in whose name you demand [your rights] from one another, and [to] the ties of relationship; surely God is ever watchful over you!" (4:1)

The descendent and successor of Prophet Muhammad, Imam Jafar As-Sadiq was asked about this verse. He said "It means the family relationship. Surely God the most high has ordered it to be regarded and has magnified it. Do you not observe that He has mentioned it with Himself." Maintaining the bonds of kinship is called silat ur-rahm in Arabic. The exact meaning of the word rahm is "womb." It is derived from the Arabic root word raheem which means "to have mercy on."

The Prophet ṣallallāhu ‘alayhi wa sallam (peace and blessings of Allāh be upon him) said:
“Anyone who wants to have his provision expanded and his term of life prolonged should maintain ties of kinship.” [Al Adab Al Mufrad]

Imagine Life Without Parents

Your parents are like a roof over your head. Treat them with kindness.

शादी के बगैर जिंदगी

शादी के बगैर जिंदगी

नबी अकरम (ﷺ) ने शादि के बगैर जिंदगी गुजारने से मना फ़रमाया

The Prophet prohibited celibacy

(Reference  : Jamiya Tarmidhi 1082)

(अगर इतना गरीब है कि आयलि/family life का खर्चा चलाना मुश्किल है तो ओर बात है, जैसे सुराह 24 अन-नूर की आयत 33 में आया है)

Be Patient

When

 THE PROPHET (ﷺ) SAYS,

 'Be patient'

Remember this advice comes from one who lost both parents And buried six of his children during his life.

Good Messages

"Heart of a Muslim" refers to the inner character, sincerity, and the spiritual connection one has with Allah (God) in Islam. The heart is seen as central to one's faith and relationship with God. In Islam, the heart is where sincerity (ikhlas), love (mahabbah), and remembrance of Allah (dhikr) reside.

A famous hadith (saying of the Prophet Muhammad) emphasizes the importance of the heart:

"Verily, in the body, there is a piece of flesh, which, if it is sound, the entire body is sound; and if it is corrupted, the entire body is corrupted. Verily, this piece is the heart."

(Sahih Bukhari)

The heart of a Muslim should be filled with faith (iman), trust (tawakkul), and the desire to seek Allah's pleasure through good deeds and actions.

In Roman transliteration, you could say :

Qalb al-Muslim (قلب المسلم) means "Heart of the Muslim."

In Islam, a Muslim is encouraged to balance mercy and justice. The heart of a Muslim should be soft and compassionate toward the oppressed, offering support, protection, and empathy. At the same time, it must be firm and courageous when standing against oppression and injustice, regardless of the oppressor’s power or position.

This principle is embodied in many teachings of Islam:

1. Softness for the Oppressed:

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) emphasized mercy and kindness, especially toward those who are vulnerable.

In a hadith, he said, "Show mercy to people on earth, and the One above the heavens will show mercy to you." (Sunan al-Tirmidhi)

The Quran also highlights this in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:177), where it speaks of righteousness as helping the needy, orphans, and those who are oppressed.

2. Courage against the Oppressor:

Islam calls for standing up to injustice. The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: "The best form of jihad (struggle) is to speak a word of truth in the face of a tyrannical ruler." 

(Sunan Abi Dawood)

The Quran also emphasizes standing against wrongdoers: "And do not incline toward those who do wrong, lest you be touched by the Fire..." 

(Quran 11:113).

In Roman transliteration, you might say:

"Qalb al-Muslim yastaḥiqqu an yakūna layyin lil-maẓlūm wa shujā' liẓ-ẓālim."

قلب المسلم يستحق أن يكون لين للمظلوم وشجاع للظالم

Translation: "The heart of a Muslim should be soft for the oppressed and courageous for the oppressor."

In Islam, a Muslim is encouraged to have khawf (fear) and taqwa (consciousness) of Allah alone, while being fearless of the creation. This means a Muslim should not be intimidated or afraid of what people or circumstances may bring, but rather have complete trust in Allah, knowing that He is the ultimate source of power and control over all things.

The Quran emphasizes this idea of fearing Allah alone:

"So fear them not, but fear Me, if you are (truly) believers."

 (Quran 3:175)

"Is Allah not sufficient for His servant? Yet they threaten you with those besides Him..."

 (Quran 39:36)

Fear of Allah (khawf or taqwa) leads to obedience, humility, and striving to do good, whereas fear of creation often leads to compromise on principles and weakening of faith.

In Roman transliteration:

"Al-Muslim lā yakhāfu khalq Allah, wa lakin yakhāfu Allah."

المسلم لا يخاف خلق الله ولكن يخاف الله

Translation: "The Muslim should not fear the creation of Allah, but rather fear Allah."

This reflects the Islamic principle of having courage and reliance on Allah in all situations, focusing on His pleasure and fearing His displeasure more than anything in the world.

In Islam, resilience and inner strength are highly encouraged. A Muslim is taught to have patience (sabr), perseverance, and trust in Allah's wisdom, which builds a person’s strength in the face of life’s challenges. The heart of a Muslim should not crumble easily under pressure, as they are encouraged to rely on their faith in Allah for strength and guidance.

The Quran often mentions the importance of patience and endurance in times of hardship:

"O you who have believed, seek help through patience and prayer. Indeed, Allah is with the patient."

 (Quran 2:153)

"And certainly, We shall test you with something of fear, hunger, loss of wealth, lives, and fruits, but give glad tidings to the patient." 

(Quran 2:155)

Being strong in faith means not breaking under life's trials, trusting that whatever happens is by Allah’s decree, and that ease will come after hardship.

In Roman transliteration:

"Al-Muslim yajibu an yakūna qawīyan, lā yanhār bisuhūla."

المسلم يجب أن يكون قويا لا ينهار بسهولة

Translation: "A Muslim should be strong and not fall apart so easily."

In Islam, showing compassion and kindness to others, especially those who are in pain or suffering, is considered a core value. A Muslim's heart should be soft and empathetic, especially toward those in distress. This kind of kindness is seen as a reflection of the mercy that Allah bestows upon His creation.

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was described as having immense compassion for others. In the Quran, Allah says:

"And We have not sent you, [O Muhammad], except as a mercy to the worlds." 

(Quran 21:107)

This mercy is not limited to just fellow Muslims but extends to all of humanity and even animals. The Prophet said, "Whoever does not show mercy to the people, Allah will not show mercy to him." 

(Sahih Muslim)

In Roman transliteration:

"Qalb al-Muslim yanbaghī an yakūn raqīqan yakhdhu' lil-insān al-muta'adhdhir bila nihāyah."

قلب المسلم ينبغي أن يكون رقيقا يَخْضَعُ للإنسان المتعذّب بلا نهاية

Translation: "The heart of a Muslim should be kind enough to melt when seeing someone in endless pain."

This reflects the importance of empathy, where a Muslim's kindness and mercy are directed especially toward those in need and pain, as part of their faith.

In Islam, purifying the heart from envy (hasad) and negative thoughts is essential for spiritual well-being and a close relationship with Allah. Envy and harboring ill thoughts can lead to sinful actions, such as injustice, hatred, and harming others, which ultimately earn Allah’s displeasure.

The Quran and hadith warn against envy and negative thoughts:

"And do not wish for that by which Allah has made some of you exceed others..." (Quran 4:32)

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: "Beware of envy, for it consumes good deeds like fire consumes wood." 

(Abu Dawood)

Envy is seen as a destructive emotion that leads to grudges and actions that corrupt the soul. Islam encourages contentment with Allah’s decree (rida) and urges Muslims to focus on purifying their hearts.

In Roman transliteration:

"Qalb al-Muslim yanbaghī an yakūn ṭāhiran min al-ḥasad wal-afkār al-sayyi'ah, fa inna hādhihi tu'addī ilā al-ma'āṣī allati tu'āqab ʿalayhā."

قلب المسلم ينبغي أن يكون طاهرا من الحسد والأفكار السيئة، فإن هذه تؤدي إلى المعاصي التي تُعاقب عليها

Translation: "The heart of a Muslim should be pure from envy and negative thoughts, as they lead to sins for which you are punished."

Purification of the heart, known as tazkiyah, is a key aspect of Islamic spirituality, where one strives to remove harmful traits like envy and replace them with positive qualities such as contentment and gratitude.

In Islam, controlling anger and remaining calm during moments of extreme aggression is a sign of strength and good character. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) emphasized that true strength lies not in physical power but in the ability to control one's emotions, especially anger.

The Prophet said:

"The strong man is not the one who can overpower others, but the strong man is the one who controls himself when he is angry." 

(Sahih Bukhari)

Anger can lead to regretful actions and sins, so Islam teaches methods to calm down and seek refuge in Allah when feeling angry. One such advice is to recite "A'udhu billahi min ash-shaytan ir-rajim" (I seek refuge with Allah from the accursed Satan) to help regain composure. Another is to perform ablution (wudu), as anger is seen as a form of heat, and water helps to cool it down.

In Roman transliteration:

"Qalb al-Muslim yanbaghī an yastatī'a al-hudu' fī waqt al-ghaḍab al-shadīd."

قلب المسلم ينبغي أن يستطيع الهدوء في وقت الغضب الشديد

Translation: "The heart of a Muslim should be able to remain calm at the time of extreme aggression."

This control over anger is a mark of patience (sabr) and humility, two traits highly valued in Islam.

The Prophet (ﷺ) said:

He who makes peace between the people by inventing good information or saying good things is not a liar.

Sahih Al-Bukhari (2692)

Do not gather all your good deeds in a leaking bucket.

1. You wear abaya and hijab but with perfume. (A leaking bucket) 💦

2. You're following the Sunnah and have a beard but you don't lower your gaze. (A leaking bucket) 💦

3. You pray all of your prayers on time but you have no khushu at all. (A leaking bucket)💦

 4. You're very kind to people and speak with them gently but with your family you're always harsh. (A leaking bucket) 💦

5. You honour and treat your guests well but when they leave, you gossip about them and talk about their flaws. (A leaking bucket) 💦

6. You give alot of sadaqah to the poor but you humiliate them and hurt them. (A leaking bucket) 💦

7. You stand up for tahajjud at night, fast and reads Qur'an everyday but you cut your fap ties. (A leaking bucket) 💦

8. You fast and have sabr for the pangs of hunger and thirst but you swear, insult, curse. (A leaking bucket) 💦

9. You help others but you're doing it to gain something from them and not doing those acts of kindness for the sake of Allãh's Glory. (A leaking bucket)💦

 10. You post reminders and have thousands of followers on facebook and instagram but you're doing it for the fame, not to please Allah. (A leaking bucket) 💦

Do not gather all your good deeds in a leaking bucket. 

You struggle to fill it whilst it easily runs out through the leaking holes! 

May Allah SWT make us do all of good actions for pleasing HIM alone and may HE be pleased with us always.

पानी न मिलने पर तयम्मुम करना

 एक फर्ज के बारे में

पानी न मिलने पर तयम्मुम करना

रसूलुल्लाह (ﷺ) ने फ़र्माया :

“पाक मिट्टी मुसलमान का सामाने तहारत है, अगरचे दस साल तक पानी न मिले, पस जब पानी पाए, तो चाहिए के उस को बदन पर डाले: यानी उस से वुजू या गुस्ल कर ले; क्योंकि यह बहुत अच्छा है।”

[अबू दाऊद:332, अन अबीजर (र.अ)]

Dua

Dua 

Jis Zuban Se Jhoot Nikalna Band

 Ho Jaye Us Zuban Se Nikli Har

 Dua Qubool Hoti Hai

Do Sajdon ke Darmiyan Padhne ki Dua

Do Sajdon ke Darmiyan Padhne ki Dua

Allahum Magfirli, War'hamni, Wa'aafini, Wah'dini, War'zuqni

Aye Allah Mujhe Baksh De Aur Mujh Par Raham Farma Aur Mujhe Aafiyat De Aur Mujhe Hidayat De Aur Mujhe Rizq Ata Farma (Sunan Abu Dawud)