The Last 10 days and Nights of Ramadan Seek the Greatest Night of the Year

 Dr. Mozammel Haque

 

Half of the blessed month of Ramadan has passed. From next coming Wednesday, the last ten days and nights will start when there will be the Greatest Night of the Year the Lailatul Qadr, The Night of Power.

 

I still remember my childhood when an old man of 70 years, Abdul Jabbar, used to come from the district of Faridpur (now in Bangladesh) took the silent alleys of our village in the night, chanting and calling, to wake up Muslims for the last meal before another day of Ramadan fasting begins.  Abdul Jabbar reminds one of a character from the book The Thousands and One Nights. He is a strange person who comes out from the depth of the night to disturb the quietness by a shrill cry calling, Suhuoor…Suhoor.

 

Now that person is replaced in a big city like London by Muslim Community Radio (MCR) – Ramadan Radio – in East London, Kismat Radio and Islam TV Channel calling Muslims to wake up for their breakfast. In Ramadan, all Muslims who want to fast should eat before starting to fast.

 

The Month of Mercy, the blessed month came and is passing away very fast. More than half of the blessed month has passed; still there is time to get our sins cleared, still there is time to ask for forgiveness from Allah the Almighty who is ready to forgive our sins. The remaining days and nights of the blessed month is full of Allah’s mercy and blessing. In this part of the month, specially during the last 10 days and nights, a night which is the greatest night of the year, the Lailatul Qadr. During these ten days and nights, Muslims spend in the Mosque for I’tikaf. 

 

I'tikaf

I’tikaf means seclusion and staying in the Mosque with the intention of becoming closer to Allah. The Prophet (peace be upon him) would perform I’tikaf for last 10 days every Ramadan. In the year that he died, he performed it for twenty days. (Related by Al-Bukhari, Abu Dawud, and Ibn-Majah). The next Friday on 26 of August (26 Ramadan) will be the Jumatul-Widah, the last Friday of the Blessed Month of Ramadan.

 

As the month of blessings and mercy is coming to the end, similarly the recitation of the complete Qur’an is also coming to the Khatam which might be on the 29^th night of Ramadan. The last ten nights are very important nights. Ayesha (may Allah be pleased with her) said that the Prophet (peace be upon him) used to exert himself in night prayer especially during the last 10 days of Ramadan.

 

Lailatul Qadr (The Night of Decree)

Lailatul-Qadr is the greatest night of the year like the Day of Arafah is the greatest day of the year. It is a night about which Allah revealed a full Surah, Suratul-Qadr (97:1-5) and the 3^rd to the 6^th verses of the Surat ad-Dukhan (44:3-6). Allah the Almighty said in the Qur’an, “Indeed We have revealed it (Qur’an) in the Night of Decree. And what will explain to you what the Night of Decree is? The Night of Decree is better than a thousand months. Therein descends the Angels and the Spirit (Jibreel) by Allah’s permission, on every errand: (they say) “Peace” (continuously) till the rise of morning!” (97:1-5). A person who misses Lailatul Qadr is really a deprived person!

 

Abu Hurairah reported that the Prophet (peace be upon him) said, “The blessed month has come to you. Allah has made fasting during it obligatory upon you. During it the gates to Paradise are opened and the gates of Hellfire are locked, and the devils are chained. There is a night (during this month) which is better than a thousand months. Whoever is deprived of its good is really deprived (of something great). (Ahmad, an-Nisai and al-Bayhaqi).

 

Aishah said, “Allah’s Messenger used to practice I’tikaf in the last ten nights and say: ‘Seek out Lailatul-Qadr in the (odd nights) of the last ten days of Ramadan.” (Bukhari and Muslim).

 

Zakah

The word Zakat in Arabic means purification. The giving of Zakat (obligatory charity) is the third pillar of Islam. There are two types of Zakat: Zakat-ul-Fitr (charity of Eid-ul-Fitr, given to the poor before Eid prayer) and Zakat Al-Maal (purifying charity, paid on one’s wealth).

 

It is to be noted that Zakat-ul-Fitr was declared by the Prophet (peace be upon him) as a prerequisite for the acceptance of fasting. But when and whom to pay Zakat-ul-Fitr? First of all, who has to pay?  Each and every Muslim, regardless of his social status, is required to give a certain amount of charity usually in the form of food grains, barley, raisin etc. called Zakat-ul-Fitr at the end of Ramadan and before the Eid-ul-Fitr so that every member of the Muslim community, especially the poor, have something to eat on the day of Eid.  It is meant to cement the relationship between the members of the Muslim society, to alleviate the pain of the poor, to cultivate the sense of brotherhood and solidarity in the hearts of the Muslims, etc., said Sheikh Yusuf Al-Qaradawi.

 

Dr. Qaradawi also said, “If a person dies before Maghrib on the last day of Ramadan, Zakat-ul-Fitr would not be obligatory upon him even if he fasted all the other days of the month. Conversely, if a child is born after Maghrib on the last day of Ramadan, i.e. the first night of Shawwal, it would be obligatory to pay Zakat: Zakat-ul-Fitr on his or her behalf. This view is unanimously agreed upon by Muslim scholars.” The head of the household must pay for every member of the family, even for the newborn. The Muslim is supposed to pay Zakat-ul-Fitr (i.e., Zakah of breaking the fast) in the country where he or she spends the first night of the month of Shawwal.

 

So far as the Zakat-ul-Maal is concerned, it is also obligatory for a Muslim, who possesses the minimum wealth on which Zakat is applicable, to give out Zakat. In his Friday sermon at the Grand Mosque in Makkah al-Mukarramah, Imam and Khateeb Sheikh Dr. Saleh Bin Mohammad Aal-Talib, urged Muslims to be God-Conscious and give charity to the poor and the needy. He said Zakat removes miserliness and cleans the heart from cruelty. 

 

Allah has stressed on payment of Zakat, which appears in the Holy Qur’an more than 30 times. There are many verses of the Holy Qur’an and sayings of the Prophet (peace be upon him) that urge Muslim to give charity for the sake of Allah. Sheikh Aal-Talib said charity is an act that attracts Allah’s mercy. He said giving charity secretly extinguishes God’s anger and it is a blessing for the person’s wealth. A person who does not give in charity will be punished by removal of the blessing (barakah) from his wealth.

 

Zakat-ul-Fitr is associated with the Eid and is meant to create happiness in such a way that includes the poor and the needy. That is why the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: “Make them (i.e., the poor) rich on this day (i.e. the day of Eid)”.

 

Charity in Ramadan

About charity and spending from the wealth in the Way of Allah or for the Cause of Allah, Allah the Almighty said in the Qur’an, “The likeness of those who spend their wealth in the Way of Allah, is as the likeness of a grain (of corn); it grows seven ears, and each ear has a hundred grains. Allah gives manifold increase to whom He wills. And Allah is Al-Sufficient for His creatures’ needs, All-Knower.” (Al-Qur’an, 2:261).

 

Allah also said, “Those who spend their wealth in the Cause of Allah, and do not follow up their gifts with reminders of their generosity or with injury, their reward is with their Lord. On them shall be no fear, nor shall they grieve.” (Al-Qur’an: 2: 262)

 

Ramadan is also the month of charity. Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, “...Whoever draws nearer (to Allah) by performing any of the (optional) good deeds in (this month), shall receive the same reward as performing an obligatory deed at any other time; and whoever performs an obligatory deed in (this month), shall receive the reward of performing seventy obligations at any other time. It is the month of patience, and the reward of patience is Paradise. It is the month of charity, and a month in which a believer’s sustenance is increased. Whoever gives food to a fasting person to break his fast shall have his sins forgiven, and he will be saved from the Hell-Fire, and he shall have the same reward as the fasting person, without his reward being diminished at all.” (Reported by Ibn Khuzaymah)

 

Spend more time with the Qur’an. Read the Qur’an every day. Try to finish at least one time the whole Qur’an during this month by your own personal reading. Pray on time and observe all the prayers. Do not ignore the Tarawih. Make more extra and voluntary prayers. Do as much worship as you can. Do more dhikr (remembering Allah) and du’a (supplication) for yourself and for others. Repent and seek forgiveness for yourself and for others as much as you can. This is the best time for devotion and seeking Allah’s forgiveness. Seek the Night of Qadr by special devotion during the last 10 nights of this month.

 

The month of blessing and forgiveness is passing away very quickly. Do not miss the remaining last ten days and nights. Let us clear our sins. Let us seek the Night of Qadr.

 

 

Read more and more the Qur’an In its Month of Revelation

Dr. Mozammel Haque

 

The Noble Qur’an was revealed in the month of Ramadan (Al-Qur’an, 97:1-3.). The Qur’an was sent down in the month of Ramadan on the Night of Power Lailatul Qadr. (Al-Qur’an, 91:1-3.). It is the month of Ramadan that Allah has honoured by revealing the Qur’an. Because of this strong relation between the Qur’an and the month of Ramadan, Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) used to read the Qur’an to Archangel Jibreel every Ramadan. I think this is the right place to discuss the purpose and objective of the revelation of the Qur’an, its importance, the campaigns against it and the do’s and don’ts of the Qur’an.

 

First of all, Allah the Most High, created mankind and gave him the gift of expression. For the guidance of mankind Allah sent Prophets (peace be upon them all) to every single community. In the words of the Qur’an, "There has been no community to which God’s messengers have not come" and "Muslims should make no distinctions between them." So it is the duty of a Muslim to honour all the prophets equally.

 

The Qur’an represents the culmination of all other earlier Revealed Books. The Qur’an is the last of the Revealed Books. The Qur’an is the first religious book in the world, which requires the belief in other revelations, a part of its Faith. This Sacred Book was revealed to the last Messenger, Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) in the month of Ramadan. Allah Himself said in the Qur’an: “Ramadan is the (month) in which was sent down the Qur’an, as a guide to Mankind, also clear (Signs) for guidance and judgment (between right and wrong).” (2:185). Allah the Most High has especially mentioned the exact date and month of the revelation: “We have indeed revealed This (Message) in the Night of Power.” (97:1) So the purpose of the revelation of the Qur’an was for guidance of Mankind.

The Qur’an is emphatic in proclaiming that Islam is the religion of Jesus, Moses, Abraham and the Prophets Jesus and Moses were not Jews but Muslims. "Surely those who believe (in that which is revealed to Muhammad [Peace and blessings be upon him]) and those who are Jews, and the Christians, and the Sabaeans – whoever believes in Allah, and the Last Day and does good, surely their reward is with their Lord, and there is no fear for them nor shall they grieve." (2:62). "A Guidance for mankind and clear proofs for the guidance and judgement (between right and wrong)." This is the most important characteristic of the Qur’an, the Book that Allah has revealed in the month of Ramadan.

 

It is guidance for mankind. It is clear proof, clear proof of guidance and of judgement. The Qur’an is indeed a great miracle and source of blessing. The month of Ramadan, is a time that many Muslims rejuvenate their faith and take heed of the truth sent by Allah in the Qur’an unto mankind. Allah says; “This is the Book (the Quran), whereof there is no doubt, a guidance to those who are Al-Muttaqoon (the pious and righteous persons)”(Qur’an- Al-Baqarah, Verse 2)

 

A true miracle, manifestation of excellence, beautiful composition, wonderful coherence, accuracy in narration in both past and future events...It can only be The Qur’an- The Word of Allah and The Final Testament to Humanity. The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) is reported to have said: “Certainly there is always a thing in which people take pride and that which is glory and pride for my Ummah is the Qur’an” (Hadith- Hiyah)

 

The Qur’an is the masterpiece of Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala Himself. The Qur'an is miraculous in a many aspects: It’s linguistic perfection and inimitability, its validation by recent historical, archaeological, and scientific discoveries, its prophecies and so on. The miracle of the Qur'an is eternal and many critics have embraced its message after carefully reading it. In fact the like of the Qur’an can never be matched. Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala Himself declares; “If mankind and the jinn were to gather together to produce the like of this Qur’an, they could never produce the like thereof, even if they backed up one another.”(Quran 17:88)

 

In it is a solution and guidance for all of Humanity. Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala says;

“This is the Book (the Qur’an), whereof there is no doubt, a guidance to those who are Al-Muttaqoon (the pious)”(Qur’an Al-Baqarah 2:2)

 

Before the revelation of the Qur’an, it was preserved and guarded from corruption in the "Mother of the Book". Allah Himself said: "Nay this is a Glorious Qur’an (inscribed) in a Tablet Preserved" (85:21-22). When Allah wanted to give this Trust to someone, the Heavens, the Earth, and the Mountains, i.e. other creatures of Allah, besides man, refused to undertake this Trust or responsibility. They preferred to submit their will entirely to Allah’s Will, which is All-Wise and Perfect, and which would give them far more happiness than a faculty of choice, with their imperfect knowledge. Allah says in the Qur’an: "We did indeed offer the Trust to the Heavens and the Earth and the Mountains; but they refused to undertake it, being afraid thereof: but man undertook it: He was indeed unjust and foolish." (33-72).

 

So it is the human beings who took the responsibility of the Trust without realising its importance. The Qur’an is the revealed book of God which has been in existence for more than four hundred years and the Word of Allah is available in its original form. There has not been an iota of change in this unique historic record. Its originality and authenticity has been guaranteed by no other than Allah the Almighty who challenges in the Qur’an itself.

Allah said, "This Qur’an is not such as can be produced by other than Allah: on the contrary it is a confirmation of (revelation) that went before it, and a fuller explanation of the Book - wherein there is no doubt – from the Lord of the Worlds." (10:37). In another verse of the Qur’an Allah challenges, "Or do they say, "He forged it?" Say: "Bring then a Surah like unto it; and call (to your aid) anyone who can, beside Allah if it be you speak the truth!" (10:38). "Or they may say, "He forged it." Say, "Bring you then ten Suras forged, like unto it, and call (to your aid) whomsoever you can, other than Allah! – if you speak the truth!" (11:13).

 

Allah said in the Qur’an, "And if you are in doubt as to what We have revealed from time to time to Our servant then produce a Sura like thereunto, and call your witness and helpers (if there are any) besides Allah, if you are truthful." (2:23) Allah places many verses before you. Can you produce one like it?

 

The world is challenged to produce a Book like it and has not produced one. It is the only Revealed Book whose text stands pure and uncorrupted today. Allah said, "Say: "if the whole of mankind and jinns were to gather together to produce the like of this Qur’an, they could not produce the like thereof, even if they backed up each other with help and support." (17:88)

 

Since the revelation of the Qur’an, the enemies of Islam have been trying to distort it. Firstly, they said, it is not revelation, it is written by Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). Then they started attacking its authenticity and originality. In spite of their conspiracy, the Qur’an has been preserved in its original form.

 

The Qur’an is the only Book in the world which has remained for more than the past fourteen centuries pure without any interpolation or change and will remain so till the Last Day as Allah has guaranteed its purity. (15:9).

 

The purity, preservation and propagation of the Qur’an were maintained by two methods: memorization of Qur’an in Qur’anic schools and the recitation of the complete Qur’an in Ramadan. In the month of Ramadan every year the Noble Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) was asked by Archangel Jibreel to recite the whole of it twice. It was a Muzakira between the two. Abu Huraira reported that Jibreel used to repeat the recitation of the Qur’an with the Prophet once a year, but he repeated it twice with him in the year the Prophet (peace be upon him) passed away. The Qur’an was recited in the Taraweeh for the first time during the era of Caliph Omar.

 

So far as the memorization of the Qur’an in the Qur’anic schools is concerned, many Huffaz and Islamic scholars have been killed in different parts of the world at different times. But still there is no dearth of Islamic scholars who can recite the complete Qur’an from memory. Severe campaigns have been launched against the Qur’anic schools, which teach the study, recitation and memorization of the Qur’an. The Qur’an is the main Book of the Muslims; it is the duty of the Muslims to learn Qur’an, which contains their code of life and ethical values whose benefits have been experienced by mankind throughout the ages.

 

I have already mentioned the objective and importance of the Qur’an and how its originality and purity have been maintained. Our Prophet (pbuh) and his Companions dedicated their days and nights for worship. Their lives revolved completely around the Book of Allah, the Qur’an, reciting it in and out of Salah.

 

The Qur’an is the basis of the religion of Islam, and on the preservation and propagation of the Qur’an depends the very existence of this Faith. Hence the virtue of learning and teaching the Qur’an is self-evident and does not need further elucidation. The Prophet (peace be upon him) said, “The best amongst you is he who learns the Qur’an and teaches it.” (Bukhari, Daud and Tirmidhi).

 

A great Islamic scholar wrote in his book entitled Toward Understanding of the Qur’an: “The present arrangement of the Qur'an is not the work of later generations, but was made by the Prophet under God's direction. Whenever a surah was revealed, the Prophet summoned his scribes, to whom he carefully dictated its contents, and instructed them where to place it in relation to the other surahs. The Prophet followed the same order of surahs and verses when reciting during ritual Prayer as on other occasions, and his Companions followed the same practice in memorizing the Qur'an. It is therefore a historical fact that the collection of the Qur'an came to an end on the very day that its revelation ceased. The One who was responsible for its revelation was also the One who fixed its arrangement. The one whose heart was the receptacle of the Qur'an was also responsible for arranging its sequence. This was far too important and too delicate a matter for anyone else to dare to become involved in.”

 

“Not even the most sceptical person has any reason to doubt that the Qur'an as we know it today is identical with the Qur'an which Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) set before the world; this is an unquestionable, objective, historical fact, and there is nothing in human history on which the evidence is so overwhelmingly strong and conclusive. To doubt the authenticity of the Qur'an is like doubting the existence of the Roman Empire, the Mughals of India, or Napoleon! To doubt historical facts like these is a sign of stark ignorance, not a mark of erudition and scholarships,” he added.

 

We see that many of the Pious Predecessors exerted themselves in the recitation of the Qur’an. Some would complete recitation of the whole Qur’an in three days. Others would recite it in seven or ten days as they realised its value.

 

Sometime we are so engrossed in the pursuit of our material objectives that we neglect the recitation of this great source of blessing. In its recitation there will always be benefit whether we truly comprehend the meaning of it or not.

 

Truly the benefits of reading the Qur’an are immense and in this month of Ramadan we should make a firm decision to make the recitation of the Qur’an a essential part of our daily diet which will Insha Allah pave our path to eternal happiness.

 

May Allah Ta’ala guide us to recite, appreciate and understand the true wisdom of the Qur’an and may He bless our hearts with the true noor (light) of the Qur’an. Ameen.

UK Political Leaders’ Ramadan Message to Muslims

Dr. Mozammel Haque

 

 

RAMADAN MUBARAK RAMADAN KAREEM

Muslims almost everywhere throughout the world welcome the coming of the blessed month of Ramadan on the same day, on Tuesday, the 13^th of April, 2021 this year. I take this point of time the opportunity to send my Ramadan Mubarak and Ramadan Greetings to all of you, Muslims, non-Muslims and the wider community. May this blessed month bless you with health, prosperity, wealth and happiness. May Allah Subhanahu wa Taala shower HIS Mercy on this Ramadan upon you and your family. Please accept my apology for any shortcomings in the past. May this month bring barakah, and Allah's boundless mercy upon the believers and harmony and tolerance for the world.  Happy Ramadan.

 

Muslims of the United Kingdom are celebrating the arrival of the blessed month of Ramadan on Tuesday, the 13^th of April, 2021. London Central Mosque Trust & Islamic Cultural Centre announced the month of Ramadan from Tuesday, 13^th  April, 2021. It says: “We are pleased to announce to the whole Muslim community in the UK –n Tuesday 13 April 2021 is 1st of Ramadan 1442 Hijri. We congratulate all Muslims in the world and want to take this opportunity to wish everyone a peaceful and blessed Ramadan. May Allah accept our fasting and good deeds insha Allah.”

 

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s

Message for Ramadan

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, MP, tweeted, “Ramadan Mubarak to all those observing Islam’s holiest month this year.”

 

He also said, “I’m afraid that again this year it is necessary to follow the rules to stay safe but I hope this month of fast, prayer and charity brings much peace and reflection to all Muslims.”

 

UK POLITICAL LEADERS WISH RAMADAN MUBARAK TO MUSLIMS

Followings are the Ramadan Messages from the Political leaders published in @The Muslim News. 9 April 2021

Ramadan messages from Leader of Labour Party, Leader of the Liberal Democrats, Leader of the Scottish National Party, the First Minister of Wales and the Mayor of London, exclusively to @The Muslim News(@

 

Rt Hon Sir Keir Starmer MP, Leader of Labour Party

Today, I send warm wishes to Muslims across the UK and around the world as you mark the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan. It was in this month that the Qur’an was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.And it is this month – Ramadan – which is an important period of reflection, of prayer, and of fasting for our Muslim communities.

 

A period to celebrate the power of faith and community. But like last year, this Ramadan will be different. The continuing pandemic means many will have to observe this holy period differently. Congregations will not be able to come together as usual.

 

Family gatherings may be different. But the spirit shown by the Muslim community over the past year shines through, embodying the essence of this month, and the values of Islam. From doctors and nurses putting their lives on the line to save others, to the countless volunteers and community leaders in Mosques and community centres delivering the vaccine, operating food banks and supporting our most vulnerable.

 

That spirit is what makes this month extraordinary. So on behalf of all in the Labour Party, I want to take this opportunity to wish the entire Muslim community:

 

Ramadan Mubarak.

 

Sir Ed Davey, Lib Dem Leader

I want to send my best wishes to Muslims in the UK and across the world as we welcome the Holy Month of Ramadan. Ramadan is a time of reflection, renewal and generosity. These are much needed in our communities, our politics and all our lives.

A second year observing Ramadan with restrictions on meeting together will be difficult. Holding an iftar will be different, loved ones will be missed and celebrations will be muted.

We must all continue to do our part to control and suppress the virus. As we do, we look forward in hope and faith to when we can see loved ones again.

 

I wish all those observing this holy month a blessed and peaceful Ramadan.

 

Ramadan Kareem

 

Rt Hon Nicola Sturgeon, Leader, Scottish National Party

To all in the Muslim community in Scotland and around the world, I wish you a very happy Ramadan.

Ramadan is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar and it is a time which is traditionally observed through fasting, prayer and contemplation, and spending time with friends and family.

 

I recognise though that this year’s Ramadan will be exceptionally difficult for so many of you. It will be really tough not to be able to host people in your home or visit friends and family.

Even though many of you will not be able to gather in your local mosque as you would normally, I hope the relaxations on communal worship can provide some comfort to you.

 

The past year has been incredibly difficult for all of us and the time for prayer and reflection you have will provide an opportunity to remember those we have tragically lost to this dreadful virus. I hope you have still been able to connect with your loved ones, friends and community throughout the past year using video and telephone calls and perhaps even letters.

 

One thing that the pandemic has highlighted and will continue to highlight is the incredible commitment to charity and neighbourhood spirit that characterises the Muslim community – whether that is providing food parcels or going for shopping for the most vulnerable in our society, or offering your places of worship to be used for Covid-19 testing and vaccination.

 

It is through that community spirit that we have been able to vaccinate so many adults in Scotland already, a great tool in our armoury against Covid-19. I would urge anyone who is offered the vaccine to take it.

That hope that is presented by our vaccine rollout means that you can now look forward to marking Ramadan more normally in future.

 

Ramadan Mubarak

 

Rt Hon Mark Drakeford MS, First Minister of Wales

As we approach the start of the holy month of Ramadan we are reminded that this month of fasting, self-reflection and prayer teaches us all about the importance of self-discipline, compassion, sacrifice and empathy for others.

 

These are values which we have seen in abundance in communities across Wales over the last year, amidst the hardships and the challenges caused by coronavirus. This will be the second year that Ramadan has fallen under the long shadow cast by the pandemic.

 

Once again in Wales, Iftar will only be broken or shared with those in the immediate household or support bubble.

The swift action of our Muslim communities to adapt to new and different ways of worship has undoubtedly saved lives. Thank you to you all for these actions.

 

And thank you too for opening up mosques to become vaccination centres, helping to protect some of the most vulnerable people against this most cruel virus. In Wales, faith communities, together with Welsh Government, have built close and trusted relationships. We will continue to face the months ahead together.

 

Ramadan Mubarak to you all.

 

Rt Hon Sadiq Khan Mayor of London

As-salaam Alaykum

I want to take this opportunity to wish all Muslims in London, the UK and around the world a peaceful and blessed Ramadan. The last year has been immensely testing and as we begin this holy month my thoughts are with all those who have lost loved ones this year.

The pandemic has taken a heavy toll on our families, businesses and way of life. Not only has it had a disproportionate impact on Muslim families, but it’s prevented us from coming together as we usually would. This is the second Ramadan to take place during the pandemic and not being able to have friends and wider family in our homes for iftar will be hard. After a long day’s fast, there is nothing I look forward to more than sharing food and conversation with loved ones. But the risk of Covid-19 means we must again avoid meeting-up indoors because it’s essential we continue to follow the rules to protect ourselves and those we care about.

 

Thankfully, after many dark days, the development and deployment of multiple vaccines means there is light at the end of the tunnel. The vaccines are safe, effective and halal and they are our route back to doing the things we miss most and seeing the people we love.

 

I’m so proud of the way our communities have responded over the past year. We’ve seen Mosques across London – and up and down the country – going to incredible lengths to support those in need, regardless of their faith or background. From setting up food banks to taking care of older and more vulnerable residents who might be lonely, and using our masjids as vaccine centres.

 

The Muslim community has been at the forefront of the response to this pandemic and deserve to be recognised for these extraordinary efforts. And I am proud to have worked with so many of these extraordinary Muslim organisations from City Hall, to help them serve the community.

 

Guided by the teachings of our Prophet (PBUH), who preached a message of peace, tolerance and compassion, British Muslims have shown this year why our diversity isn’t a weakness, but our greatest strength. The kindness, empathy and generosity we’ve seen has been truly inspiring, and I firmly believe that we must honour the selflessness and sacrifices of British Muslims by building a better London and a fairer country, where no community is ever left behind.

 

Achieving this vision won’t be easy, but if we draw on the strength our community has demonstrated throughout this pandemic, I’m confident we can create the more equal and just society that Islam compels us to strive for. So, as Ramadan begins, let’s commit to looking within so that we may reach out to others who share our goal of a more equal London, a more harmonious society and a more peaceful world.

 

From my family to yours, Ramadan Mubarak.

Ramadan Mubarak 1442AH and Ramadan Greetings 202

Dr. Mozammel Haque

 

Ramadan Mubarak and Ramadan Greetings to all of you, especially to all the readers of Islamic Monitor: May this holy month bring barakah, and Allah's boundless mercy upon the believers and harmony and tolerance for the world.

 

Muslims almost everywhere welcome the coming of the month of Ramadan on the same day, on Tuesday, the 13^th of April, 2021 this year. Saudi Arabia, the heartland of Islam, the country of the Two Holy Mosques, the birthplace of Prophet Peace be upon him, is performing Ramadan on Tuesday. The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia called on all people in the Kingdom to look for the Ramadan crescent on Sunday evening. But the lunar moon was not sighted at sunset Sunday evening. Following a meeting on Sunday, corresponding to Shabaan 29, according to the Umm Al-Qura lunar Calendar, the Supreme Court said that it had not received any evidence of the Crescent sighting in the evening of Sunday.

 

The moon sighting committee in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia said that the crescent moon had not been sighted. Accordingly, April 12 was the last and the 30^th day of Shabaan 1442 Hijri which means, by default, the first day of Ramadan will be on Tuesday, the April 13.

 

Saudi Arabia has confirmed that Tuesday, 13^th of April, will be the first day of Ramadan. Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court confirmed the date on Monday evening. The crescent moon was sighted by Saudi Authorities, local media reported.

 

So the holy month of Ramadan begins Tuesday, 13^th of April, 2021. The UAE, Kuwait, Oman, Egypt, Malaysia, Australia and Singapore also announced that Ramadan will begin on Tuesday.

   

Ramadan in Canada also started on Tuesday, 13^th of April, 2021.  Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Monday, 12 April, 2021 issued the following statement on Ramadan:

“Tonight at sunset, Muslims in Canada and around the world will mark the start of Ramadan.

“This month-long religious journey is a time of spiritual contemplation, and an opportunity to show gratitude for the many blessings we share, through fasting, prayer, and charitable giving.

“Over the coming month, while fasting during the daytime, many Muslim Canadians will continue to be on the front lines of our fight against COVID-19. During these exceptional times, I invite all Canadians to recognize the many contributions Muslim communities have made to our country since the pandemic began, as they have for many generations.

“As we continue to follow public health guidelines to keep each other and our communities safe, Muslim Canadians will turn to virtual ways to come together and enjoy iftar with family and friends. Many will also take this time to reflect on the values of gratitude, compassion, and generosity at the heart of Islam. These values, which many Canadians of all backgrounds share, are central to building a safer, healthier, and stronger country for everyone.

“On behalf of our family, Sophie and I wish all those celebrating a blessed and peaceful Ramadan.

“Ramadan Mubarak.”

British Muslims welcome Ramadan: the month of discipline, compassion and solidarity on Tuesday, 13^th of April 2021. British Muslims join over a billion Muslims all over the world in a month of fasting, charity and solidarity.

 

The governments of many countries issued Ramadan Message to Muslims in their countries and around the world (see below).

 

Ramadan Mubarak to you All

I welcome Ramadan, the month of Mercy and Repentance, the month of the Qur’an, of Laylatul Qadr (the Night of Power) and of repentance and forgiveness. Fasting in the month of Ramadan is one of the Pillars of the Islamic faith. It was declared an obligatory duty (Fard) in the second year of the Hijrah upon each and every mukallaf (one capable of carrying out religious duties, i.e. a sane adult).

 

Allah the Almighty made Ramadan fasting compulsory for Muslims. Allah said, “O those who believe, the fasts have been enjoined upon you as were enjoined upon those before so that you be God-fearing.’ [Surah Baqarah, 183]. Literally, Sawm means ‘to abstain’. In the terminology of Islamic law, Sawm means ‘to abstain from eating, drinking and sexual intercourse: with the conditions that one abstains continuously from dawn to sunset, and that there is an intention to fast.’ Therefore, should one eat or drink anything even a minute before sunset, the fast will not be valid. Similarly, if one abstained from all these things throughout the day but made no intention to fast, there will be no fast here too.

 

Allah the Almighty said in the Qur’an “…And eat and drink, until the white thread of dawn appears to you distinct from its black thread…” (Al-Qur’an, 2:187) Literally defined, fasting means to abstain “completely” from foods, drinks, intimate intercourse and smoking, before the break of the dawn till sunset, during the entire month of Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic year.

 

Fasting in Islam is based on the lunar calendar and is tied to the sightings of hilal, the crescent, or new moon. Allah the Almighty stated: “They ask you concerning the new moons. Say: They are but signs to mark fixed periods of time… (Al-Qur’an, 2:189). And the Traditions of the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: “Eat until you see the crescent and break not until you see the crescent. If it is cloudy calculate the period of the month.” (Muslim and others).

 

Fasting in Ramadan is compulsory upon every Muslim, male or female, who has these qualifications, e.g. mentally and physically fit, adult full of age which is normally fourteen and fairly certain that fasting is unlikely to cause any harm, physical or mental, other than the normal reactions to hunger, thirst etc.

 

The said qualifications exclude the following categories: children under the age of puberty and discretion; men and women who are too old and feeble to undertake the obligation of fast and bear its hardships; sick people whose health is likely to be severely affected by the observance of fast; travellers may break the fast temporarily during their travel;  pregnant women and women breast-feeding their children may also break their fast and women in the period of menstruation (of a maximum of ten days or of confinement (of a maximum of forty days. They must postpone the fast till recovery and then make up for it.

 

The holy month of Ramadan is the month of mercy, forgiveness, and seeking release from the Hell-fire. It is the month of repentance and acceptance of prayers. It is the month when the devils are chained, the gates of Hell are looked and the gates of Paradise are opened.  That’s why; Muslims welcome Ramadan each year with energy and happiness, and are saddened only when the month departs. Fasting is for the living, not for mourning.

 

Ramadan is a month of worship. Muslims should welcome the month with repentance and seeking Allah’s pardon. We should keep away from committing sins; worship Allah sincerely and spending the night and day in prayer, supplication and recitation of the Holy Qur’an.

 

Fasting is a shield which helps prevent many sins and with which Muslim protects himself from Hell-fire. Fasting is more than abstaining from food and drink. It also means to abstain from any falsehood in speech and action, from any ignorant and indecent speech, and from arguing and quarrelling. Therefore, fasting helps to develop good behaviour.

 

Fasting inculcates a sense of brotherhood and solidarity, as a Muslim feels and experiences what his needy and hungry brothers feel. This gives Muslim a new sense of togetherness and association.

 

Allah the Almighty said in the Qur’an: The month of Ramadan in which was revealed the Qur’an, a guidance for mankind, and clear proofs of the guidance, and the criterion (between right and wrong). (Surah Al-Baqarah 2: 185) As Ramadan is the month of the Qur’an, every Muslim should prepare himself to welcome the blessed month of Ramadan by strengthening his relationship with the Qur’an. A Muslim is encouraged to complete one recitation of the Holy Qur’an during Ramadan.

 

We should engage more and more in the recitation of the Qur’an, in dhikr (remembrance of Allah), perform extra Salah (ritual prayers) at night and renew identity with one another in our obedience to Allah.

 

RAMADAN MESSAGES FROM GOVERNMENTS

Islam is a universal global religion. There is 1.6 billion Muslims the world over. Leaders of the Asian, African, European and American continents welcome the advent of the month of Ramadan and sent messages to the Muslims. The 57-member Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) welcomed the beginning of  Ramadan. On this auspicious occasion, the Secretary General of the OIC issued a welcoming message.

 

OIC Secretary General’s Message

The OIC Secretary General Dr Yousef A. Al-Othaimeen, Secretary General of the Organization of the Islamic Cooperation (OIC), has congratulated the Islamic Nation on the advent of the holy month of Ramadan. In a press statement, the OIC Secretary General wished Muslims worldwide happiness, prosperity, well-being and peace.

 

OIC Secretary-General Extends Ramadan 1442H Greetings to the Muslim World

Date: 12/04/2021

Secretary General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Dr Yousef A. Al-Othaimeen, shared his greetings and well wishes with Muslims in the world on the advent of the blessed holy month of Ramadan 1442H.

 

“On this joyous occasion, Dr Al-Othaimeen congratulated the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the host country, extending his best wishes to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the current chair of the Islamic Summit Conference, and to His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. He also shared his warmest greetings with their Majesties, Highnesses and Excellencies leaders of the OIC Member States.

 

“Praying Allah to shower His bounteous blessings on the wider Muslim community on this blessed month, and to rid the world at large of the coronavirus pandemic, Dr Al-Othaimeen called on Muslims to imbibe the core teachings of Ramadan and let its lessons of self-discipline and rigor continue to guide their conduct beyond the glorious month, taking all the required precautionary measures to help curb the tide of coronavirus. “Protecting ourselves and others, by proactively observing preventive measures, including social distancing, is one of the fundamentals and ultimate purposes of Islam,” Al-Othaimeen further stressed.

 

He went on, “We need to cling to the true spirit of Ramadan and cherish what it stands for, receiving it with the good morals of moderation and tolerance, and showcasing togetherness and apathy vis-à-vis fellow Muslims living in refugee camps and shelters.” “We have to keep their plight, at this difficult time of the pandemic, in our hearts and prayers during Ramadan and beyond,” he urged.

 

Moreover, the Secretary General invited Muslims in non-Member States to manifest the ethos and values of the bright and sacred month of Ramadan, listening to and heeding the call of Muslim scholars to perform Ramadan prayers and rituals at home, as may be prescribed in their countries of residence, observing the tenets of this glorious month with generosity and positivity.

 

Dr Al-Othaimeen concluded by imploring the Almighty to accept our fasting and grant us the best reward for our good deeds during the blessed days and nights of Ramadan.

 

From Asian Continent

King Salman’s Ramadan Message

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques of Saudi Arabia King Salman on Monday, 12 April called on Muslims to reject differences and discord, and to arbitrate the language of reason.

 

In a speech marking the start of the month of Ramadan, King Salman said the Kingdom has achieved great efforts in confronting the coronavirus pandemic.

 

“We hope that everyone will adhere to the preventive measures and apply for the vaccine,” the King said.

 

He also said that the Kingdom was proud in the measures and modern technologies it has adopted to ensure the safety of those visiting the Two Holy Mosques.

 

From European Continent

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s

Message for Ramadan

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, MP, tweeted, “Ramadan Mubarak to all those observing Islam’s holiest month this year.”

 

He also said, “I’m afraid that again this year it is necessary to follow the rules to stay safe but I hope this month of fast, prayer and charity brings much peace and reflection to all Muslims.”

 

From American Continent

U.S. President Joe Biden’s Ramadan

Message to Muslims

Statement from the President Joe Biden on the Beginning of Ramadan:  APRIL 12, 2021

 

President Biden said, “Jill and I send our warmest greetings and best wishes to Muslim communities in the United States and around the world.  Ramadan Kareem.

 

He said, “As many of our fellow Americans begin fasting tomorrow, we are reminded of how difficult this year has been.  In this pandemic, friends and loved ones cannot yet gather together in celebration and congregation, and far too many families will sit down for iftar with loved ones missing.”

 

American President mentioned, “Yet, our Muslim communities begin the month of revelation with renewed hope. Many will focus on increasing their consciousness of the presence of God in their lives, reaffirming their commitment to the service of others that their faith compels, and expressing gratitude for the blessings they enjoy—health, well-being, and life itself.”

 

Speaking American Muslims, President Biden said, “Muslim Americans have enriched our country since our founding.  They are as diverse and vibrant as the America they have helped build. Today, Muslims are leading in our efforts to fight COVID-19, playing a pioneering role in vaccine development and serving as frontline health care workers.  They are creating jobs as entrepreneurs and business owners, risking their lives as first responders, teaching in our schools, serving as dedicated public servants across the nation, and playing a leading role in our ongoing struggle for racial equity and social justice.”

 

He mentioned, “But still, Muslim Americans continue to be targeted by bullying, bigotry, and hate crimes.  This prejudice and these attacks are wrong.  They are unacceptable.  And they must stop.  No one in America should ever live in fear of expressing his or her faith.  And my administration will work tirelessly to protect the rights and safety of all people.”

 

President Biden said, “On my first day as President, I was proud to end the shameful Muslim travel ban, and I will continue to stand up for human rights everywhere, including for Uyghurs in China, Rohingya in Burma, and Muslim communities all over the world.”

 

American President mentioned, “As we remember those who we have lost since last Ramadan, we are hopeful for brighter days ahead.  The Holy Qur’an reminds us that “God is the light of the heavens and earth,” who leads us out of darkness to the light.”

 

“Although our White House festivities will be held virtually this Ramadan, Jill and I look forward to resuming the traditional White House Eid celebration in person next year, inshallah.  We wish your families an inspiring and rewarding month,” President Biden concluded.  

 

From African Continent

Ramadan Messages from

The Prime Minister of Somalia

I received the following Ramadan Messages from the Prime Minister of Somalia His Excellency Mohamed Hussein Roble.

“The Prime Minister of the Federal Republic of Somalia His Excellency Mohamed Hussein Roble offered his best wishes to all worshipping the Holy Month of Ramadan. During a congratulatory address that was broadcasted across social media. The Prime Minister contemplated on the significance of the blessed month of Ramadan and how it presents oneself with the opportunity to renew their faith through constant remembrance of the Almighty. 

 

“Roble elaborated on the importance of charity during Ramadan and stressed on the prominence of charity management in that we should give without the direct intention of rewards whilst also making sure we reach those who are most in need and vulnerable. The prime Minister of the Horn of Africa Nation discussed during his address how the current global situation has presented us all with challenges chief among them the inexhaustible pandemic which has claimed the lives of  many around the world. Let us ponder a moment and offer our condolences, prayers and sympathies to all whom who have been inflicted harm from this pandemic. 

 

“Roble prayed for the people of Somalia and the world be blessed with serenity and resilience to tackle head strong the threat posed by the pandemic. We where reminded of the time in which Prophet PBUH was approached and asked whether he should leave his camel untied and place once faith in God it will not run away be stolen while he left it unattended or to tie it. to which the Prophet PBUH endorsed that the camel be tied and that also he place his trust in the Almighty. Such thoughts can be mirrored in our fight against the coronavirus in that we should place our faith in God that we are bless with health but also we must take all the necessary measures to keep our health, through social distancing, taking the vaccine and following appropriate guidelines  

 

“Somalia has unfortunately had to endure many underlying threats to its  stability including conflicts from insurgent groups, locust storms, seasonal draughts and floods and a fragile economy. Roble speech was timely in reminding the nation that will spirits of unity and a combined worship will undoubtedly lead to ease. As promised by the Almighty in the Holy Quran "Verily, after difficulty comes ease"

 

drmhaque@hotmail.co.uk

 

Khutbah at Masjid al-Nabawi on People of Understanding and Knowledge

Dr Mozammel Haque

 

 

Sheikh Dr. Ahmad bin Talib, Imam at Masjid al-Nabawi, Madinah al-Munawwarah, gave his Friday Jumah Khutbah on People of Understanding and Knowledge on 12 February 2021. He said, “We know that all the best thing is the Book of Allah and the Sunnah of Rasulullah and anything away is Bidat and Dalalah.

 

The Imam of the Masjid al-Nbawi said, “Let us make us understand that the Charter of friendship with Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala is all-encompass in Qur’an and Sunnah. And Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala has created each and everything and all the facilities of life – water, earth, mountains and the Heaven and the Earth – all these things Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala has created and draw our attention to it. We only turn towards Allah and seek forgiveness and friendship with Allah Alone. As Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala says that We have made each of you fitnah for others. So are you going to be patient? Human being has been created with the hastiness. We will show you the Signs of Allah so you will understand. When the disbelievers will face with fire in front and back, they cannot defend themselves. It will encompass them suddenly.”

 

Sheikh Ahmad bin Talib mentioned, “People have mocked messengers before but mocking has been turned on them and they were the losers. Are there other  creators? Other Gods besides Allah? Who are taking attention of yours? Everything is created by Allah Alone. Allah says, “Don’t you see that We created and We maintain Heaven and earth. O Muhammad Sallallahu Alaihey Wa Sallam warned them that I am warning you with the information and inspiration from Allah. When they face the torments and the punishment of Allah they will realise that they were the wrong-doers. On the Day of Judgement Allah will put exact and fair scale and Allah is Sufficient for taking accounts and weighing all the actions.”

 

The Imam of the Masjid al-Nabawi said, “One of the perfections of Islamic religion is to disregard what is not useful in our life. So let us not indulge ourselves in wasteful time and activities - wasteful activities which have no benefit in this world and the Hereafter. Our Prophet Sallallahu Alaihey Wa Sallam has said perfection of Islam is to disregard all the activities which are not useful in this world and the Hereafter. Let us not be deprived of the actions besides our knowledge and let us not be deprived of the alleviated situation with Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala.”

 

Sheikh Dr Ahmad bin Talib mentioned, “The knowledge alone is not sufficient unless followed by the actions. On the Day of Judgement only few Raka’at, unit of prayer, will be useful on the Day of Judgement just knowledge without actions is not useful.”

 

The Imam of the Masjid al-Nabawi said, “Allah knows you when He created you from nothing; when you are baby in the belly of your mothers. So don’t try to purify yourself. Allah knows who is pure and who is not purified. Are you not aware what is written in the Books before you that nobody will take blame for other people’s actions and anybody who does – whatever you do you will benefit and you will not be affected by the other. As our Prophet Sallallahu Alaihey Wa Sallam said that when you pass away all your actions and accounts are closed except three things, either knowledge you have left or a child or offspring you have left or any Sadaqa Zaria.”

 

Sheikh Dr Ahmed bin Talib mentioned Allah decreed that all the disbelievers are the losers on today. “On the Day of judgement the disbelievers will put lame excuses that we did not do anything wrong but Allah knew perfectly what you are doing – the actions of disbelief. So enter the doors of Hell. We cannot prevent ourselves from losing on the Day of Judgement. Without knowledge and actions and urging each other for being on the right and to be patient as Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala has said in Surat-ul-Asr that all humanities had lost without Iman, without belief and without urging.”

 

The Imam of the Masjid al-Nabawi said, “Allah has declared that those who do believe and do good deeds they will deserve Jannah; they will not want to go away from it. O Muhammad Sallallahu Alaihey Wa Sallam, declare that if all the trees were pens and all the seas were the ink Allah’s Words will not finish. Those who are looking forward to see; to meet their Lord; let them not associate anyone worthy of worshipping Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala and do everything just for the sake of Allah and they should do good deeds.”

 

Sheikh Ahmad bin Talib said, “Let us observe Allah and do good and refrain from sinful activities. All the good news is for those people who heed to the warnings. As Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala says that O Muhammad, you only warn those people who listen and heed to your advice and warnings. Indeed, Allah is witness of everything and He is recording each and everything.”

 

He also mentioned, “Let us realise that Alhamdolillah and Subhanallah is the full pillar of the scale on the Day of Judgement. And in the scale on the Day of Judgement there is nothing more weighty – weightful things – than the good moral. When we declare La Ilaha Illallah from the bottom of our heart then we are the real believer.”

 

Full Khutbah at Masjid al-Nabawi

Followings are the khutbah at the Masjid al-Nabawi delivered by Sheikh Dr. Ahmad bin Talib on 12 February, 2021, [rendered into English by Mufti Barktullah@ Islam Channel, UK]

 

Sheikh Dr Ahmed  bin Talib started his Khutbah by saying, “Indeed, all praise belongs to Allah. We seek forgiveness from Allah and we seek refuge from the worst effects of our actions. Those whom Allah guides no one can lead astray and those who lead astray no one can guide. I bear witness that there is no worthy of worship except Allah and that Muhammad Sallallahu Alaihey Wa Sallam is His Messenger and His servant. I bear witness that Muhammad Sallallahu Alaihey Wa Sallam discharged his duties and he conveyed the Message and he did all his duties and he did all the things necessary to spread the dawah. May Allah send peace and blessings on Muhammad Sallallahu Alaihey Wa Sallam, his family his companions and all those who follow him till the Day of Judgement.”

 

“After the praising, I urge myself and all of you to be afraid of Allah and to observe Taqwa. We know that all the best thing is the Book of Allah and the Sunnah of Rasulullah and anything away is Bidat and Dalalah.

 

“Let us make us understand that the Charter of friendship with Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala is all-encompass in Qur’an and Sunnah. And Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala has created each and everything and all the facilities of life – water, earth, mountains and the Heaven and the Earth – all these things Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala has created and draw our attention to it. We only turn towards Allah and seek forgiveness and friendship with Allah Alone. As Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala says that We have made each of you fitnah for others. So are you going to be patient? Human being has been created with the hastiness. We will show you the Signs of Allah so you will understand. When the disbelievers will face with fire in front and back, they cannot defend themselves. It will encompass them suddenly.

 

“People have mocked messengers before but mocking has been turned on them and they were the losers. Are there other  creators? Other Gods besides Allah? Who are taking attention of yours? Everything is created by Allah Alone. Allah says: ‘Don’t you see that We created and We maintain Heaven and earth. O Muhammad Sallallahu Alaihey Wa Sallam warned them that I am warning you with the information and inspiration from Allah. When they face the torments and the punishment of Allah they will realise that they were the wrong-doers. On the Day of Judgement Allah will put exact and fair scale and Allah is Sufficient for taking accounts and weighing all the actions.

 

“One of the perfections of Islamic religion is to disregard what is not useful in our life. Let us not indulge ourselves in wasteful time and activities - wasteful activities which have no benefit in this world and the Hereafter. So our Prophet Sallallahu Alaihey Wa Sallam has said perfection of Islam is to disregard all the activities which are not useful in this world and the Hereafter. Let us not be deprived of the actions besides our knowledge and let us not be deprived of the alleviated situation with Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala.

 

“The knowledge alone is not sufficient unless followed by the actions. On the Day of Judgement only few Raka’at, unit of prayer, will be useful on the Day of Judgement just knowledge without actions is not useful .

 

“Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala will create on the Day of Judgement just to repay everyone whatever they have done. Allah is very very oft-Forgiving. Allah knows you when He created you from nothing; when you are baby in the belly of your mothers. So don’t try to purify yourself. Allah knows who is pure and who is not purified. Are you not aware what is written in the Books before you that nobody will take blame for other people’s actions and anybody who does – whatever you do you will benefit and you will not be affected by the others. As our Prophet Sallallahu Alaihey Wa Sallam said that when you pass away all your actions and accounts are closed except three things, either knowledge you have left or a child or offspring you have left or any Sadaqa Zaria.

 

“The losers are only upon whom worst falls back those who associate someone with Allah. Allah says: ‘On the Day of Judgement We decreed that all the disbelievers are the losers on today. On the Day of judgement they will put lame excuses that we did not do anything wrong but Allah knew perfectly what you are doing – the actions of disbelief. So enter the doors of Hell. We cannot prevent ourselves from losing on the Day of Judgement. Without knowledge and actions and urging each other for being on the right and to be patient as Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala has said in Surat-ul-Asr that all humanities had lost without Iman, without belief and without urging.

 

“Let us pray that Allah give us barakah whatever we have heard from the Qur’an and the Sunnah I said whatever you are hearing and we seek forgiveness from Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala. He is Oft-Forgiving.

 

Second Part

“Allah is the Sustainer of the Worlds and the end-result is only for the people who observe Taqwa. May Allah send peace and blessings on Muhammad Sallallahu Alaihey Wa Sallam and his family, his followers and his companions. Allah has declared that those who do believe and do good deeds they will deserve Jannah; they will not want to go away from it. O Muhammad Sallallahu Alaihey Wa Sallam declare that if all the trees were pens and all the seas were the ink Allah’s Words will not finish. Those who are looking forward to see; to meet their Lord; let them not associate anyone worthy of worshipping Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala and do everything just for the sake of Allah and they should do good deeds.

 

“Let us observe Allah and do good and refrain from sinful activities. All the good news is for those people who heeded to the warnings. As Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala says that O Muhammad, you only warn those people who listen and heed to your advice and warnings. Indeed, Allah is witness of everything and He is recording each and everything.

 

“Let us realise that Alhamdolillah and Subhanallah is the full pillar of the scale on the Day of Judgement. And in the scale on the Day of Judgement there is nothing more weighty – weightful things – than the good moral. When we declare La Ilaha Illallah from the bottom of our heart then we are the real believer

 

Dua and Supplication

“Let us send peace and blessings on Muhammad Sallallahu Alaihey Wa Sallam and his family as Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala urges us that Allah and Angels do. So,  O followers, O believers, send peace and blessings on Muhammad Sallallahu Alaihey Wa Sallam. O Allah, we ask You to send peace and blessings on Muhammad and his family and his companions like You have sent peace and blessings on Ibrahim and his family and You are independent. O Allah, give barakah on Muhammad and his family and followers as You have sent barakah on Ibrahim Alaihey Wa Sallam and his family and May Allah send salutations from us on Muhammad Sallallahu Alaihey Wa Sallam.

 

“O Allah, forgive our transgression and transgressing. O Allah, forgive us all the things which we committed in private and in public and whatever You know and people do not know. You are the Only in-charge of things back and forward. O Allah, You are the Only worthy of Worship and we are the wrong-doers ourselves. O Allah, forgive us all our sins – big and small and public and in private. O Allah, give us the best results at the end of the day and save us from the torments of the Day of Judgement.

 

“O Allah, honour Islam and Muslims and dishonour Shirk and Musrekeen and make the lands of Islam and Muslims and this country – all the countries of Muslims – countries of lands of peace and tranquillity. O Allah, only make our in-charge those who are Muttaqeen and those who are observing Your Commandments in the public affairs. O Allah, empower our Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and his associates to do, to work for the betterment of the land; for the betterment of the peoples. O Allah, help them to achieve this goal. O Allah, give us goodness in this world and the Hereafter and save us from the torments of the Day of judgement.

 

“Allah urges you to administer justice and do good and refrain from bad things and enjoin the relationship. Allah urges you to do good and refrain from bad things.

 

“Let us thankful. Let us thankful to Allah and remember Allah because He has mentioned, His Zikr is the highest and Allah knows what we are doing.” Imam Sheikh Ahmed bin Talib concluded his Khutbah.

 

Acknowledgement

Courtesy: @Islam Channel, U.K.