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Understanding the Pause in Revelation: Lessons from the Hadith of Jibreel’s Appearance
Lessons from the Hadith of Jibreel's Appearance Let's reflect on a significant moment in the life of our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, as narrated by Jabir bin Abdullah (may Allah be pleased with him): The Period of Revelation Pause Narrated Jabir bin `Abdullah (may Allah be pleased with him): I heard the Prophet ﷺ describing the period of pause of the Divine Inspiration. He said in his talk, "While I was walking, I heard voices from the sky. I looked up, and behold! I saw the same Angel who came to me in the cave of Hira' sitting on a...
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Lessons from Surah al-Kahf: Understanding the Trial of Power
🌿 Ever wonder why it’s Sunnah to read Surah al-Kahf every Friday? One reason we read Surah al-Kahf weekly is to remind ourselves that Allah will test us with the blessings of Faith, Wealth, and Knowledge. Another significant blessing that Allah tests us with is the blessing of Power, as mentioned in the story of Dhul-Qarnayn. Dhul-Qarnayn was a powerful king and leader blessed by Allah with knowledge, might, and authority—everything necessary to become a conqueror and ruler of the world. However, all that power and might did not corrupt him. Instead, he established the sovereignty of Allah on earth...
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Instill Taqwa in Your Children: Teach Them Allah Al-Baseer is Watching
Don’t Say to Your Child, 'I'm Watching You'! Say, 'Allah Al-Baseer is Watching You' As parents, we often find ourselves in the position of guiding and correcting our children’s behavior. A common phrase many parents use is, “I’m watching you,” implying that the child’s actions are under scrutiny and that any misdeed will be noted and addressed. While this might deter inappropriate behavior temporarily, it inadvertently teaches children to fear the watchfulness of their parents rather than cultivating a consciousness of Allah’s constant presence. Instilling Taqwa Over Fear of Parents Instead of making children fear our watchful eyes, it is...
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