Islam, Iman and Ihsan – The Three Dimensions Of The Religion

It is narrated in the famous 'Hadith of Jibril', related by Imam Bukhari, Imam Muslim and others, that the Angel Jibril (alayhi salam) appears in the form of a beautiful man and enters a gathering of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and his Companions. He asks the Messenger of Allah ﷺ regarding a number of things … Continue reading Islam, Iman and Ihsan – The Three Dimensions Of The Religion

40 Conditions For Attaining The Vision – The Prerequisites For Seeing the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ In A Dream

The Messenger of Allah ﷺ has informed us that it is possible to see him in a dream: “Whoever sees me in a dream has truly seen me, for Satan cannot imitate me.”  Ibn Majah He ﷺ also said: “Whoever sees me in his dream will (soon) see me whilst awake” Bukhari and Muslim The Ulema have … Continue reading 40 Conditions For Attaining The Vision – The Prerequisites For Seeing the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ In A Dream

The Universe Loves Muhammad ﷺ – Part 6

Having looked at some of what has been transmitted on this topic, it is only appropriate for us to now learn about the signs of love for the Messenger of Allah ﷺ, in order that we can make them a criterion which we can test ourselves against. Signs of love for the Messenger of Allah … Continue reading The Universe Loves Muhammad ﷺ – Part 6

Using the title ‘Sayyid’ for Prophets, Sahaba and Ahl al-Bait

The word Sayyid can be translated as master, chief or leader. It is permissible and praiseworthy to give this title to Prophets, Sahaba and the family of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. You will often hear and see the title Sayiduna (our master) or Sayyidi (my master) being placed before the name of the Messenger of … Continue reading Using the title ‘Sayyid’ for Prophets, Sahaba and Ahl al-Bait

Visions of the Beloved ﷺ Part 5: Seeking Rain

Allah Most High has said in His Book: يَٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ ٱتَّقُوا۟ ٱللَّهَ وَٱبْتَغُوٓا۟ إِلَيْهِ ٱلْوَسِيلَةَO believers! Be conscious of Allah and seek a means of nearness (wasila) to HimSurah al-Ma'ida: 35 The Muslims since the time of the Sahaba till now have understood that the greatest means (wasila) with which one can approach Allah … Continue reading Visions of the Beloved ﷺ Part 5: Seeking Rain

Visions of the Beloved ﷺ – Part 1

The Messenger of Allah ﷺ has said: "Whoever sees me in a dream has truly seen me because Satan cannot impersonate me."Ahmed, Tirmidhi, Ibn Majah and Darimi Seeing the Messenger of Allah ﷺ in a dream should be a goal for every believer. The above Hadith and many others confirm that not only is this … Continue reading Visions of the Beloved ﷺ – Part 1

The virtues and benefits of ‘salat’ and ‘salam’ – Part 3

The virtues and benefits of salat and salam It is impossible to fully enumerate the benefits of this immense and noble act of worship which Allah has commanded us to perform. Nonetheless the Ulema of Islam throughout the centuries have compiled books mentioning some of these benefits. One of the scholars recently did a search … Continue reading The virtues and benefits of ‘salat’ and ‘salam’ – Part 3