Spreading the teachings of Orthodox Islam (Ahl as-Sunna wa al-Jama’ah)
Answering objections and clearing misconceptions In this final part we will end by answering some common doubts and objections. What has been mentioned in the previous parts should be sufficient to educate anyone on the importance of loving the Messenger of Allah ﷺ and how this love has manifested through the centuries. Unfortunately however, due … Continue reading The Universe Loves Muhammad ﷺ – Part 7
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
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
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
The love of animals, trees and inanimate objects for the Messenger of Allah ﷺ The love for the Messenger of Allah ﷺ amongst the creation is not limited to human beings. Below are a just few examples of non-humans who were unable to hide their love, awe and reverence for Allah's beloved ﷺ. Tears from … Continue reading The Universe Loves Muhammad ﷺ – Part 5
After the Messenger of Allah ﷺ passed away, some of the Sahaba left the holy city of Medina and moved to other lands. This facilitated the spreading of Islam. It also helped the Sahaba to deal with the pain from the passing of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ. Even prior to this however some Companions … Continue reading Visions of the Beloved ﷺ Part 4: Bilal’s Azan Shakes Medina
The house of Sayiduna Uthman bin Affan was surrounded by rebels. Uthman was being confined to his home and was unable to leave. Not long before he was assassinated, he told his wife about a dream he had: I saw the Messenger of Allah ﷺ, Abu Bakr and Umar. They said to me:"Break your fast … Continue reading Visions of The Beloved ﷺ Part 3: Glad tidings for Uthman
The love of the Early Muslims for the Prophet ﷺ The Early Muslims (Salaf) consist of the first three generations in Islam. They are the Sahaba (companions), Tabi'een (followers) and the Tabi ul-Tabieen (followers of the followers). The Tabi'een are the generation of Muslims after the Sahaba (companions). Unlike the Sahaba, they did not meet the Prophet ﷺ. … Continue reading The Universe Loves Muhammad ﷺ – Part 4
After briefly discussing the love of Allah Most High for His Messenger ﷺ, we will now look at the love of creation for the Messenger of Allah ﷺ, starting with his Sahaba (companions). It should be pointed out however that the love of any of Allah's creation for the Prophet ﷺ in reality is merely … Continue reading The Universe Loves Muhammad ﷺ – Part 3
Kulayb narrates that he heard Abu Hurayra say that 'The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said:"Whoever sees me in a dream has truly seen me because Satan cannot impersonate me." 'Kulayb then said 'I related this to Ibn Abbas and I said to him, "I saw him (The Messenger of Allah ﷺ) in my dream and … Continue reading Visions of the Beloved ﷺ Part 2: The resemblance of Imam al-Hasan
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