مولا علی ع کی نگاہ میں مال، طاقت، تعریف اور جوانی کا نشہ

Imam Ali a.s. on various forms of dangerous intoxication

عن امام علی عليه السلام :

يَنبَغِي للعاقِلِ أن يَحتَرِسَ مِن سُكرِالمالِ ، وسُكرِ القُدرَةِ ، وسُكرِ العِلمِ ، وسُكرِ المَدحِ ، وسُكرِ الشَّبابِ ، فإنَّ لِكُلِّ ذلكَ رِياحا خَبيثةً تَسلُبُ العَقلَ وتَستَخِفُّ الوَقارَ.

امام على عليه السلام :

سزاوار است كه خردمند از مستى ثروت و مستى قدرت و مستى دانش و مستى ستايش و مستى جوانى پرهيز كند ؛ زيرا هر يك از اين مستيها بادهاى پليدى دارد كه عقل را مى ربايد و وقار را از بين مى برد.

عقلمند کو چاہیے کہ پیسے کے نشہ سے، طاقت کے نشہ سے، علم کے نشہ سے، تعریف کے نشہ سے اور جوانی کے نشہ سے ہوشیار رہے، کیونکہ ان سب میں بری ہوائیں ہیں جو عقل کو چھینتی ہیں اور عزت کو گھٹاتی ہیں۔

एक बुद्धिमान व्यक्ति को धन के नशे, शक्ति के नशे, ज्ञान के नशे, प्रशंसा के नशे और जवानी के नशे से सावधान रहना चाहिए, क्योंकि इन सभी में बुरी हवाएँ होती हैं जो बुद्धि को लूट लेती हैं और सम्मान को कम कर देती हैं।

A wise man must beware of the intoxication of wealth, the intoxication of power, the intoxication of knowledge, the intoxication of praise, and the intoxication of youth, for all these have evil winds which rob one of wisdom and diminish one’s honour.

غرر الحكم: 10948

Mohtaje Dua
Mirza Noorul Hasan

Charity Begins at Home

Friday Message 3rd May 2024

Imam al-Sadiq (AS) was Once Asked whether one should Give Charity to those who Beg at people’s Doors, OR whether to Withhold it from them and give it to one’s Poor Relatives instead,

To which he Replied, ‘No, rather one should Send it to a [Poor] Relative, for that Holds a Greater Reward.’

Thawab Al-A’maal, P. 171, No. 20

Explanation:

Certainly! The above hadith attributed to Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq (AS) provides valuable guidance on the act of giving charity. Let’s break it down:

  1. The Dilemma: The question posed is whether one should give charity to beggars who come to people’s doors or withhold it from them and instead give it to poor relatives.
  2. The Response: Imam al-Sadiq (AS) advises that it is better to send charity to a poor relative rather than giving it directly to beggars. The reasoning behind this lies in the greater reward associated with helping one’s own family.
  3. The Wisdom:
    • Prioritizing Relatives: By prioritizing relatives, we reinforce family bonds and fulfil our duty toward kinship ties. Islam places great emphasis on supporting family members.
    • Spiritual Reward: The act of giving charity to relatives holds a higher spiritual reward. It reflects compassion, empathy, and a sense of responsibility within the family unit.
    • Balancing Compassion: While helping beggars is commendable, Imam al-Sadiq (AS) highlights the importance of balancing compassion. Supporting relatives ensures both material assistance and emotional well-being.

In summary, this teaching encourages us to consider our relatives’ needs when giving charity, recognizing that doing so carries a special reward in the eyes of Allah. 

What reveals the true character of a person – Inspired by Ahadith

When assessing an individual’s moral character, it is insufficient to solely observe their behavior in religious or spiritual settings. A more accurate evaluation can be obtained by examining their conduct in practical and interpersonal situations.

Pay close attention to their actions in financial transactions, particularly when buying, selling, and handling money. Observe how they interact with their family members, including parents, siblings, relatives, and extended family. Scrutinize their behavior during the distribution of inheritance and in matters related to travel, neighborhood, and marriage.

Disputes and conflicts often reveal a person’s true character. In these situations, the facts become evident, the circumstances are clarified, and the individual’s inner nature is exposed.

رجل يعشق زوجته

رجل يعشق زوجته
عندما سئلت تلك المرأة عن سر سعادتها الدائمه
هل هو المهارة في إعداد الطعام
أم الجمال
أم إنجاب الأولاد
أم غير ذلك
قالت العجوز :
الحصول على السعاة الزوجية بعد توفيق الله بيد المرأة ..
فالمرأة تستطيع أن تجعل من بيتها جنة وتقدر العكس ..
لا تقولي المال !
فكثير من النساء الغنيات تعيسات ،
ويهرب منهن أزواجهن ..
ولا الأولاد
فهناك من النساء ينجبن 10 صبيان ،
وزوجها لا يحبها وربما يطلقها ..
والكثير منهن ماهرات في الطبخ ،
فالواحده منهن تطبخ طول النهار
ومع ذلك تشكوا سوء معاملة زوجها
فتعجبت المذيعة ..
وقالت إذن ما هو السر
قالت العجوز :
عندما يغضب ويثور زوجي
كنت ألجأ إلى الصمت المطبق بكل احترام ..
مع طأطأة الرأس بكل أسف
وإياك والصمت المصاحب لنظرة سخرية فالرجل ذكي ويفهمها
ثم قالت المذيعة :
لماذا لا تخرجين من غرفتك
قالت العجوز : إياك …
فقد يظن أنك تهربين منه ولا تريدين سماعه ..
عليك بالصمت والموافقة على جميع ما يقوله حتى يهدأ
ثم بعد ذلك أقول له هل انتهيت ..
ثم أخرج … لأنه سيتعب
ويحتاج إلى الراحة بعد الصراخ ♡
فأخرج من الغرفة وأكمل أعمالي المنزلية ..
ثم قالت المذيعة : ماذا تفعلين
هل تلجئين إلى أسلوب المقاطعة ولا تكلميه لمدة أسبوع أو أكثر
فأجابت العجوز .. لا إياك
فتلك العادة السيئة
سلاح ذو حدين ..
عندما تقاطعين زوجك أسبوعا وهو يحتاج إلى مصالحتك سيعتاد على الوضع ..
وربما يرتفع سقف مطالبه إلى حد أنه قد يلجأ إلى العناد الشديد
فقالت ماذا تفعلين إذاً
أجابت العجوز : بعد ساعتين أو أكثر أضع له
“كوبا من العصير” أو “فنجان قهوة”
وأقول له تفضل أشرب ♡
لأنه فعلا محتاج لذلك وأكلمه بشكل طبيعي ..
فيسألني هل أنتي غاضبة ..
فأقول : لا
فيبدأ بالاعتذار عن كلامه القاسي
ويسمعني كلام جميل ..
فقالت المذيعة : وهل تصدقينه ؟
قالت العجوز : طبعا نعم لأني أثق بنفسي ولست غبية
هل تريدين مني تصديق كلامه و هو غاضب
و لا أصدقه و هو هادئ
فقالت المذيعة : وكرامتك
قالت العجوز :
كرامتي برضى زوجي وصفاء العشرة بيننا .
ولا توجد كرامة بين الزوج والزوجة..
أي كرامة !! ..
وقد تجردتي أمامه من جميع ثيابك ..

  • لو خلقت المرأة طائراً لكانت”طاووسآ ” * لو خلقت حيواناً لكانت « غزالة » * لو خلقت حشرة لكانت ” فراشة ” لكـنـها خـلـقـت « بـشـراً » فأصبحت حبيبة و زوجة وأماً رائعة ، و أجمل نعمة للرجل على وجه الأرض فلو لم تكن •• المرأة •• شيء عظيم جداً لما جعلها « اللّه » …
    حقيــقه أعجبتنـــي واصعبهآ تعآملآ لـ درجة أن (وردة ترضيهآ ، وكلمة تقتلـها )
    رائعة هي الأُنثى ♡
    في طفولتها تفتح لأبيها بابا في الجنة
    وفي شبابها تُكمل دين زوجها
    وفي أمومتها تكون الجنّة تحت قدميها
    كلام في قمة الروعـــــــة
    شكراً لمن قراءها وافرح به قلب البنت والاخت والزوجه والام العظيمة♥️

A speech titled ‘Guiding Principles for a Fulfilling Life,’ drawing inspiration from the teachings of Imam Ali (a.s.).

Today, I stand before you to share timeless wisdom—lessons that transcend generations and illuminate our path toward a meaningful existence. These teachings, attributed to the revered Imam Ali, resonate with profound clarity. Let us delve into these pearls of insight: 

  1. Moderation and Contentment: 
  • Imam Ali reminds us that greed is a treacherous companion. It tarnishes our character, blinds us to compassion, and distances us from our true selves. Let us seek contentment, for therein lies dignity. 
  1. The Power of Silence: 
  • Disclosure of hardship often leads to humiliation. Our struggles need not be broadcast; instead, let us find solace in silent perseverance. Strength lies in quiet resolve. 
  1. Taming the Tongue: 
  • Our words wield immense power. Control over speech ensures harmony. When we speak thoughtfully, we avoid unnecessary discomfort and foster understanding. 
  1. Four Essential Lessons: 
  • Wisdom: It surpasses material wealth. Seek knowledge, for it enriches the soul. 
  • Stupidity: Poverty of intellect is the true poverty. Let us cultivate our minds. 
  • Kindness over Vanity: True nobility lies in politeness and refined behaviour. 
  • Nobility of Descent: It manifests in how we treat others. 
  1. Four Warnings: 
  • Foolish Friends: Avoid them, for their misguided actions harm. 
  • Miserly Companions: True friendship transcends selfishness. 
  • The Vicious and Wicked: Their influence corrodes integrity. 
  • Beware the Liar: Like a mirage, they distort reality. 
  1. Facing Adversity: 
  • Cowardice weakens us. Let us embrace patience as a form of bravery. 
  • Sever Attachments: Detach from the world’s vices; therein lies true wealth. 
  • Piety as Defence: A shield against life’s storms. 

In closing, let us internalize these teachings. May wisdom guide our steps, kindness shape our interactions, and piety fortify our souls. For in living by these principles, we find not only comfort in this world but also hope for the Hereafter. 

Nuggets of Wisdom from Imam Ali a.s.

Wisdom lies in moderation, self-control, and detachment from harmful influences. Piety serves as a shield against life’s challenges.

He who is greedy is disgraced; excessive desire for wealth or possessions can lead to moral downfall. He who discloses his hardship will always be humiliated; revealing personal struggles may expose vulnerability and invite judgment. He who has no control over his tongue will often have to face discomfort; impulsive speech can create unnecessary problems.

  • Avarice is disgrace: Excessive greed brings shame.
  • Cowardice is a defect: Fearfulness weakens character.
  • Poverty often disables an intelligent man from arguing his case: Lack of resources can hinder effective communication.
  • A poor man is a stranger in his own town: Poverty can alienate someone even in familiar surroundings.
  • Misfortune and helplessness are calamities: Facing adversity without support is challenging.
  • Patience is a kind of bravery: Enduring difficulties requires courage.
  • To sever attachments with the wicked world is the greatest wealth: Detaching from negative influences is valuable.
  • Piety is the best weapon of defence: A strong moral foundation protects against harm.

20th Gift of Ramadhan – Dua for Sciatica – Spiritual Pharmacy

بسم اللہ الرحمن الرحیم

Dua for Sciatica

کمر، پشت، پیٹھ اور کولھے وغیرہ کے درد کے لئے

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Dua for Sciatica (pain affecting the back, hip, and outer side of the leg, caused by compression of a spinal nerve root in the lower back, often owing to degeneration of an intervertebral disk.)

From Amirul Momineen (a.a.), that one of his companions had complained to him of sciatica. He (Amirul Momineen) replied: When you experience it, place your hand on it and say:

Dua

بسم اللہ الرحمن الرحیم، بِسمِ اللّٰہِ وَ بِاللّٰہِ، اَعُوۡذُ بِاسۡمِ اللّٰہِ الۡکُبِیۡرِ، وَ اَعُوۡذُ بِاسۡمِ اللّٰہِ الۡعَظِیۡمِ، مِنۡ کُلِّ عَرۡقٍ نَعَّار، وَ مِنۡ شَرِّ حَرِّ النَّارِ۔

Bismillahir Rahmanir Ra’eem. bismillahi wa billahi ao’o’dhubis millahil kabeer. Wa ao’o’dhu bismillahil a’z’eem. min sharri kulli a’rqin na’a’a’ri wa min sharri h’arrin naar.

Translation

In the name of the merciful, the compassionate. in the name of Allah, and by Allah, I take refuge in the name of Allah, the Great and I take refuge in the name of Allah, the Mighty, from the evil of every throbbing blood vessel, and from the evil of the heat of the fire.

You will be cured, by Allah’s, the exalted, will. 

The man said : I recited that only three times, and Allah removed my suffering and I was cured of it. 

Ref: التحفۃ الھاشمیہ ص ۳۵۲

Mohtaje Dua
Mirza Noorul Hasan | Resident Alim Arusha Jamat, Tanzania
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13th Gift of Ramadhan – Duas for Entering a House and While Leaving for Some Special Work

While Leaving House For Special Work/Objective/Purpose
A reliable tradition from Hazrat Ali (a.s.) states that when a person enters his house, he should offer salutation, and his house is not present he should say:
اَلسَّلاَمُ عَلَيْنَا مِنْ رَبِّنَا
Transliteration:
Assalaamo a’laynaa min rabbenaa.
Translation:
May there be peace on us from our God.
When he is inside the house he should recite sure Qul Howal laaho Ahad as it keeps away poverty and anxiety, When one has to go out for some special work then one should go on Thursday morning and recite the verses from Surah Aal-e-Imraan which are given below, also recite Ayatal Kursi, Inna Anzalna and Surah al-Hamd. The verses are:
اِنَّ فِىْ خَلْقِ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْاَرْضِ وَاخْتِلاَفِ الَّيْلِ وَالنَّهَارِ لَاٰيَاتٍ لّاُِولِى الْاَلْبَابِ.الَّذِيْنَ يَذْكُرُوْنَ اللهَ قِيَامًا وَّ قُعُوْدًا وَّ عَلٰي جُنُوْبِهِمْ وَ يَتَفَكَّرُوْنَ فِى خَلْقِ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْاَرْضِ، رَبَّنَا مَا خَلَقْتَ هٰذَا بَاطِلاً، سُبْحَانَكَ فَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ.رَبَّنَآ اِنَّكَ مَنْ تُدْخِلِ النَّارَ فَقَدْ اَخْزَيْتَهٗ، وَمَا لِلظَّالِمِيْنَ مِنْ اَنْصَارٍ.رَبَّنَآ اِنَّنَا سَمِعْنَا مُنَادٍيًا يُّنَادِىْ لِلْاِيْمَانِ اَنْ اٰمِنُوْا بِرَبِّكُمْ فَاٰمَنَّا، رَبَّنَا فَاغْفِرْ لَنَا ذُنُوْبَنَا وَ كَفِّرْعَنَّا سَيِّاٰتِنَا وَ تَوَفَّنَا مَعَ الْاَبْرَارِ.رَبَّنَا وَ اٰتِنَا مَا وَعَدْتَّنَا عَلٰي رُسُلِكَ وَلاَ تُخْزِنَا يَوْمَ الْقِيَامَةِ، اِنَّكَ لاَ تُخْلِفُ الْمِيْعَادَ.
Transliteration:
Inna fee khalqis samaawaate wal-arze wakh-telaafil layle wan-nahaare la-aayaatil le-oolil albaab. Allazeena yazkoroonal laaha qeyaamawn wa qo-o’odawn wa a’laa zonoobehim wa yatafakkaroona fee khalqis samaawaate wal arze, rabbanaa maa khalaqta haazaa baatelaa, subhaanaka faqenaa a’zaaban naar. Rabbanaa innaka man tudkhelin naara faqad akhzaytahu, wa maa liz-zaalemeena min ansaar. Rabbanaa innanaa same’naa monaadeyayn yonaadee lil-eemaane an aamenoo berabbekum fa-aamannaa, rabbanaa fagh-fir lanaa zonoobanaa wa kaffir a’nnaa sayye-aatenaa wa tawaffanaa ma-a’l abraar. Rabbanaa aatenaa maa wa-a’dtanaa a’laa rosoleka wa laa tukhzenaa yawmal qeyaamate, innaka laa tukhleful me-a’ad.
Translation:
Verily in the creation of the heavens and the earth and the alteration of the night and the day, there are signs for men who possess wisdom. Those who remember Allah standing and sitting and reclining on their side and think (Seriously) in the creation of the heaven and the earth saying ‘O Our Lord! Thou hast not created (all) this in vain! Glory be to Thee! Save us then from the torment of the (Hell) fire.’ O Our Lord! Whomsoever Thou causeth to enter the (Hell) fire surely thou hast put him to disgrace; there is not, for the unjust, any of the helpers. O Our Lord! We have indeed heard the voice of a Crier (Messenger) calling (us) unto faith, saying, “Believe ye in your Lord!” Therefore “Forgive us then our sins and remove away from us our evil deeds and cause us to die with the virtuous ones”. O Our Lord! And give us what Thou didst promise us through Thy prophet, and disgrace us not on the Day of Resurrection; Verily, Thou breakest not Thy Promise”.
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11th Gift of Ramadhan – Taweez against Pain of the Eyes – TAWEEZ AGAINST EYE ACHES – Spiritual Pharmacy

Taweez against Eye aches – TAWEEZ AGAINST EYE ACHES

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For those suffering from eye aches, many traditions have recommended saying the following supplicatory prayer after the ritual obligatory prayers of dawn (subh) and sunset (maghrib):

اَللّهُمَّ اِنّى اَسْئَلُكَ بِحَقِّ مُحَمَّدٍ وَ آلِ مُحَمَّدٍ عَلَيْكَ اَنْ تُصَلِىَّ عَلى مُحَمَّدٍ وَ آلِ مُحَمَّدٍ وَ اَنْ تَجْعَلَ النُّورَ فى بَصَرى وَالْبَصيرَةَ فى دينى وَ الْيَقينَ فى قَلْبى وَالاِْخْلاصَ فى عَمَلى وَ السَّلامَةَ فى نَفْسى وَ السَّعَةَ فى رِزْقى وَ الشُّكْرَ لَكَ اَبَداً ما اَبْقَيْتَنى

Al-Bizanti reported Yunus ibn ²abyan to have said: One day, we visited Imam al-Sadiq(a.s.) and found him tensely sore-eyed; therefore, we were depressed. The next morning, we visited him while he was completely healed. Surprised by this, we asked him, “May Allah accept us as ransoms for you! Have you treated your eyes with a certain medicine?” The Imam answered, “Yes, I have. I have treated them with the best of all medicines.” “What is that?” we asked. The Imam (a.s.) answered, “It is a supplicatory amulet.” We therefore wrote down that supplicatory amulet, which is as follows:

اَعُوذُ بِعِزَّةِ اللّٰهِ وَ اَعُوذُ بِقُوَّةِ اللّٰهِ وَ اَعُوذُ بِقُدْرَةِ اللّٰهِ وَ اَعُوذُ بِنُورِ اللّٰهِ وَ اَعُوذُ بِعَظَمَةِ اللّٰهِ وَ اَعُوذُ بِجَلالِ اللّٰهِ وَ اَعُوذُ بِجَمالِ اللّٰهِ وَ اَعُوذُ بِبَهآءِ اللّٰهِ وَ اَعُوذُ بِجَمْعِ اللّٰهِ بِكُلِّ اللّٰهِ وَ اَعُوذُ بِعَفْوِ اللّٰهِ وَ اَعُوذُ بِغُفْرانِ اللّٰهِ وَ اَعُوذُ بِرَسُولِ اللّٰهِ وَ اَعُوذُ بِالاَْئِمَّةِ عَلى ما تَشآءُ مِنْ شَرِّ ما اَجِدُ اَللّهُمَّ رَبَّ الْمُطيعينَ

When we asked the Imam (a.s.) about the meaning of jam’allah, he said, “It means the wholeness of Allah.”

It is also reported that one who suffers from eye pains may recite Ayah al-Kursi and believe in his inner self that the reciting of this holy verse will cure him of that pain.

Before reciting this holy verse, one suffering from eye pains is advised to put his hand on his eye and say the following:

اُعيذُ نُورَ بَصَرى بِنُورِاللّٰهِ الَّذى لايُطْفَاءُ

10th Gift of Ramadhan – Dua Moosa Kazim (a.s.) Dua for all purposes

Dua Moosa Kazim (a.s.) Dua for all purposes

Merits:

It has been narrated by Kaf’ami in his book named Baladul Ameen that the following is Dua is taught by Hazrat Moosa Kazim (a.s.) and told by Imam that it is a very grand Dua and very effective for all purposes. It can be recited at anytime of any great need. All legitimate desires are fulfilled if regularly once a day is recited by any one, once a day.

اَللّٰهُمَّ إِنِّي أَطَعْتُكَ فِي أَحَبِّ الْأَشْيَاءِ إِلَيْكَ وَ هُوَ التَّوْحِيْدُ، وَ لَمْ أَعْصِكَ فِي أَبْغَضِ الْأَشْيَاءِ إِلَيْكَ وَ هُوَ الْكُفْرُ، فَاغْفِرْ لِي مَا بَيْنَهُمَا، يَا مَنْ إِلَيْهِ مَفَرِّي آمِنِّي مِمَّا فَزِعْتُ مِنْهُ إِلَيْكَ. اَللّٰهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لِيَ الْكَثِيْرَ مِنْ مَعَاصِيْكَ، وَ اقْبَلْ مِنِّي الْيَسِيْرَ مِنْ طَاعَتِكَ‏، يَا عُدَّتِي دُوْنَ الْعُدَدِ، وَ يَا رَجَائِيْ وَ الْمُعْتَمَدَ، وَ يَا كَهْفِيْ وَ السَّنَدَ، وَ يَا وَاحِدُ يَا أَحَدُ، يَا قُلْ هُوَ اللَّهُ أَحَدٌ اَللَّهُ الصَّمَدُ لَمْ يَلِدْ وَ لَمْ يُوْلَدْ وَ لَمْ يَكُنْ لَهٗ كُفُواً أَحَدٌ، أَسْأَلُكَ بِحَقِّ مَنِ اصْطَفَيْتَهُمْ مِنْ خَلْقِكَ، وَ لَمْ تَجْعَلْ فِي خَلْقِكَ مِثْلَهُمْ أَحَداً، أَنْ تُصَلِّيَ عَلٰى مُحَمَّدٍ وَ آلِهٖ، وَ تَفْعَلَ بِي مَا أَنْتَ أَهْلُهٗ اَللّٰهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ بِالْوَحْدَانِيَّةِ الْكُبْرٰى، وَ الْمُحَمَّدِيَّةِ الْبَيْضَاءِ، وَ الْعَلَوِيَّةِ الْعُلْيَا، وَ بِجَمِيْعِ مَا احْتَجَجْتَ بِهٖ عَلٰى عِبَادِكَ، وَ بِالاِسْمِ الَّذِيْ حَجَبْتَهٗ عَنْ خَلْقِكَ فَلَمْ يَخْرُجْ مِنْكَ إِلاَّ إِلَيْكَ‏، صَلِّ عَلٰى مُحَمَّدٍ وَ آلِهٖ، وَ اجْعَلْ لِي مِنْ أَمْرِيْ فَرَجاً وَ مَخْرَجاً، وَ ارْزُقْنِيْ مِنْ حَيْثُ أَحْتَسِبُ وَ مِنْ حَيْثُ لاَ أَحْتَسِبُ، إِنَّكَ تَرْزُقُ مَنْ تَشَآءُ بِغَيْرِ حِسَابٍ.

Then seek your legitimate desires and requirements.

Transliteration:

allaahumma innee a-ta’toka fee ahabbil ashyaa-e elayka wa howat tawheed, wa lam a-a’seka fee abghazil ashyaa-e elayka wa howal kufr, fagh-fir lee maa baynahomaa, yaa man elayhe mafarree aaminnee mimmaa fa-ze’to minho elayka. allaahummagh fir leyal kaseera min ma-a’aseeka, waq-bal minnil yaseera min ta-a’teka, yaa u’ddatee doonal o’dade, wa yaa rajaaa-ee wal-moa’tamada, wa yaa kahfee was-sanada, wa yaa waahedo yaa ahado, yaa qul howal laaho ahadun allaahus samado lam yalid wa lam yoolad wa lam yakun lahu kofowan ahad, as-aloka be-haqqe manis tafaytahum min khalqeka, wa lam yaj-a’l fee kahlqeka mislahum ahadan, an tosalleya a’laa mohammadin wa aalehi, wa taf-a’la bee maa anta ahlohu. allaahumma innee as-aloka bil-wahdaaniyyatil kubraa, wal-mohammadiyyatil bayzaa, wal-a’lawiyyatil u’lyaa, wa be-jamee-e’ mah-tajajta behi a’laa e’baadeka, wa bil-ismil lazee hajabtahu a’n khalqeka falam yakhruj minka illaa elayka,salle a’laa mohammadin wa aalehi, waj-a’l lee min amree farajan wa makhrajan, war-zuqnee min hayso ahtasebo wa min hayso laa ahtasebo, innaka tarzoqo man tashaaa-o be-ghayre hesaab.

Translation:

O Allah! I have been obedient to Thee in the matter most beloved to Thee and it is Thy Oneness and I have not been disobedient to Thee in the thing most hated by Thee and that is infidelity. So Forgive me whatever (I may have done) in between these two. O Thou! To whom I run (for protection), afford me safety against that from which I have fled to Thee. O Allah! Forgive me the great quantity of my sins and accept the small quantity of my obedience to Thee. O my provision against all provisions. O my Hope and object of confidence, O my shelter and support. O One, O Singular O (Thou about whom Quran Says) Say: He God is One (Alone), god the needless, He begetteth not, nor is He begotten. And there is none like unto Him. I beseech Thee by the right of those whom Thou hast chosen from among Thy creatures and did not make anyone like them in Thy creation that Thou send blessings on Muhammad and his descendants and deal with me as behooves Thee. O Allah! I have beseeched Thee through the great Oneness. The effulgent qualities of Muhammad and the sublime quality of all through all that with which Thou has rendered please before thy creatures and through the name which Thou has concealed from thy creatures so that it has not come out from Thee save towards Thee that Thou send blessings on Muhammad and his descendants and grant me relief and outlet in my affairs, and allow me livelihood from, where I expect and from where I don’t expect. Verily Thou giveth livelihood anyone Thou pleasest without accounting.

 

9th Gift of Ramadhan 2024 – Dua to be Recited when one sets in his Shop

Dua to be Recited when one sets in his ShopWhen one sits at his shop he should recite this prayer:

اَشْهَدُ اَنْ لَّا اِلٰهَ اِلاَّ اللهُ وَحْدَهٗ لاَ شَرِيْكَ لَهٗ وَ اَشْهَدُ اَنَّ مُحَمَّدًا صَلَّي اللهُ عَلَيْهِ وَ اٰلِهٖ عَبْدُهٗ وَ رَسُوْلُهٗ اَللّٰهُمَّ اِنِّيْۤ اَسْئَلُكَ مِنْ فَضْلِكَ رِزْقًا حَلاَلًا طَيِّبًا وَ اَعُوْذُ بِكَ مِنْ اَنْ اَظْلِمَ اَوْ اُظْلِمَ وَ اَعُوْذُ بِكَ مِنْ صَفْقَةٍ خَاسِرَةٍ وَ يَمِيْنٍ كَاذِبَةٍ.
Transliteration:
Ash-hado an laa elaaha illal laaho wahdahu laa shareeka lahu wa ash-hado anna mohammadin sallal laaho a’layhe wa aalehi a’bdohu wa rasoolohu allaahumma innee as-aloka min fazleka rizqan halaalan tayyeban wa a-o’ozo beka min an azlema aw uzlema wa a-o’ozo beka min safqatin khaasheratin wa yameenin kaazebatin.

Translation:
I stand witness that there is no God except One who has no partner and I also stand witness to Mohammed Mustafa (s.a.w.a.) being His servant and His Prophet O Allah! I beg You to give me permissible and purified daily bread with our blessings; and seek shelter for myself doing any cruelty on any one or anyone doing any cruelty with me and also seek refuge from trade which incurs losses and false oaths.

When he will recite this prayer the angel will say, “There will be a revelation unto you, and there is no one in the market today, whose share will be great that yours. You have been in hurry to collect good deeds and to ignore bad deeds and now within a little while the rightful and rewarding earning which God has meant for you is arriving.”

8th Gift of Ramadhan- Duas of Ambiya (Prophets) in the Qur’an

من دعاء الأنبيـاء في القران *آدم*

🤲🏻ربنا ظلمنا أنفسنا وإن لم تغفر لنا وترحمنا لنكونن من الخاسرين🤲🏻 *نوح*

🤲🏻ربي اغفر لي ولوالدي ولمن دخل بيتي مؤمناً وللمؤمنين والمؤمنات ولا تزد الظالمين إلا تبارا🤲🏻 *هود*

🤲🏻إني توكلت على الله ربي وربكم ما من دآبة إلا هو آخذ بناصيتها إن ربي على صراط مستقيم🤲🏻 *ابراهيم*

🤲🏻رب اجعلني مقيم الصلاة ومن ذريتي ربنا وتقبل دعاء 🤲🏻 ربنا تقبل منا إنك أنت السميع العليم وتب علينا إنك أنت التواب الرحيم🤲🏻 *يوسف*

🤲🏻فاطر السموات والأرض أنت وليي في الدنيا والآخرة توفني مسلماً وألحقني بالصالحين🤲🏻 *شعيب*

🤲🏻وسع ربنا كل شيء علماً على الله توكلنا 🤲🏻 ربنا افتح بيننا وبين قومنا بالحق وأنت خير الفاتحين🤲🏻 *موسى*

🤲🏻ربي بما أنعمت علي فلن أكون ظهيراً للمجرمين 🤲🏻 رب اشرح لي صدري ويسر لي أمري واحلل عقدة من لساني يفقهوا قولي🤲🏻 *سليمان*

🤲🏻ربي أوزعني أن أشكر نعمتك التي أنعمت علي وعلى والدي وأن أعمل صالحاً ترضاه وأدخلني برحمتك في عبادك الصالحين🤲🏻 *أيـــوب*

🤲🏻ربي إني مسني الضر وأنت أرحم الراحمين🤲🏻 *يونـس*

🤲🏻لا إله إلا أنت سبحانك إني كنت من الظالمين🤲🏻 *يعقوب*

🤲🏻إنما أشكو بثي وحزني إلى الله🤲🏻 *محمـد*

(صلى الله عليه وآله وسلم)
🤲🏻ربنا آتنا في الدنيا حسنة وفي الآخرة حسنة وقنا عذاب النار🤲🏻

لا تحرم غيرك من أفضل الأدعية القرآنية.

7th Gift of Ramadhan – 2024 on Quran – A Must Read

Importance of the Holy Qur’an

The first lesson to be learned by all students is about the importance of the Holy Qur’an. The Qur’an is the Book of Allah subhaanahu wa ta‘aalaa. Every word in the Qur’an has come from Allah. That is why we say that it is a Holy Book. The words in the Qur’an were sent by Allah to Prophet Muhammad sallal-laahu ‘alayhi wa-aalihi wa sallam. The Prophet (S) received the words of Allah through angel Jibra’eel. This Qur’an is a Holy Book that was not written by anyone but sent by Allah to Prophet Muhammad (S) through Jibra’eel.

Some Facts about the Holy Qur’an

  1. It is the most truthful speech: Prophet Muhammad (S) regularly read the words of Allah to Muslims around him. These Muslims were very pleased and excited to receive the words of Allah. Prophet Muhammad (S) said: The most truthful speech, the most eloquent advice, and the greatest stories are in the Book of Allah. The Muslims listened carefully to what the Prophet read, memorized the sentences and passages of the Qur’an, recited them regularly, and followed the teachings of the Qur’an. In order to preserve the words of Allah the Prophet appointed special people known as “Scribes of the Qur’an” to write down the words of Allah.
  2. It is in original language: Prophet Muhammad (S) was an Arab and the majority of people in Mecca and Medina spoke Arabic. Therefore, the Qur’an was sent in Arabic. Arabic is written from right to left. It is better to learn to read the Qur’an in its original language. Therefore, we will put efforts to learn Qur’an written in Arabic instead of simply reading its translation in other languages.
  3. The Holy Qur’an contains Allah’s message to all people: It tells people how to act correctly. It guides us to a correct way of life in this world. The Book of Allah also talks about life after death. It tells us that Allah has prepared Paradise for good people and Hell for bad people. The Qur’an encourages the worship of only one God Who creates and provides for them. The Book forbids people from evil and condemns those who do wrong. It contains stories of the past Prophets and the examples of bad and good people. People are advised in the Qur’an to be good to others and respect them. It teaches people to live in peace and harmony.
  4. Qur’an brings happiness in this world and the Hereafter: Following the Qur’an brings happiness in this world and the world after death. The Prophet (S) said: If you desire the life of the fortunate, the death of a martyr, the salvation on the Day of Regret and the shade on the Day of Extreme Heat, then you should study the Qur’an because it is the word of the Merciful, a sanctuary from Shaytaan and a causes the tilting of the Balance. In another Hadith we read that the Prophet (S) has said: The recitor of the Qur’an will be spared from the calamities of the Hereafter.
  5. It is the only Divine book that has remained unchanged: Allah sent the Qur’an to His Prophet. A book sent by Allah to people is known as a Divine Book or a Heavenly Book. Other Divine Books were also sent to previous prophets. These are: Suhoof to Prophet Ibraheem ‘alayhis salaam; Zaboor to Prophet Dawood ‘alayhis salaam; Tawraah to Prophet Moosaa ‘alayhis salaam; and Injeel to Prophet ‘Eisaa ‘alayhis salaam.

The difference between the Qur’an and past revealed books is that the Qur’an is the only Divine Book that has remained unaltered. The Qur’an we have with us contains exactly the same message that was sent to Prophet Muhammad by Allah through Jibra’eel.

  1. Our supplications get answered if we were to pray after reading the Holy Qur’an. The Prophet (S) said: One who starts the Qur’an and finishes it, Allah will grant him one answered supplication. It also helps in strengthening our faith. Imam Ali (a) said: Reciting the Qur’an plants the seed of faith.
  2. The Qur’an is the best companion. It can be of great help when a child or adult is feeling lonely. Imam Ali Zaynul ‘Aabideen (a) said: If all who live between the East and West perish, I will have no fear as long as I have the Qur’an with me.
  3. Students get wise when they start reading the Qur’an in their childhood. Prophet Muhammad (S) said: Whoever reads the Qur’an before becoming Baaligh, has indeed been given wisdom as a child. The Holy Book is the best intellectual treasure a student can have. Prophet Muhammad (S) said: The Qur’an is a wealth with which there is no poverty, and without which there is no wealth. On the other hand not caring to read and study the Qur’an is a great loss. Prophet Muhammad (S) said: Surely the person in whose heart lacks the trace of the Qur’an is like a ruined house.
  4. Muslims read the Qur’an to understand the true teachings of Islam. Prophet Muhammad (S) left the Holy Book and the Ahlul Bayt (a) as the most important legacy for Muslims after him. He said: I leave two weighty things among you: The Book of Allah and my family – the Ahlul Bayt. Indeed these two will never separate until they reach me near the pool of Kawthar.
  5. All Muslims recite some Soorahs in their prayers. However, it is good to memorize more Soorahs and read them in Salaat. Imam Muhammad Al-Baaqir (a) said: Whoever recites the Qur’an while standing in his prayer, Allah will bestow on him a hundred blessings for every letter; and whoever recites it while sitting in his prayer, Allah will reward him fifty blessings for every letter; and whoever recites it outside of his prayer, Allah will grant him ten blessings for every letter.
  6. The Qur’an is a cure to mental and spiritual diseases: Imam Hasan al-‘Askaree (a) said: The Messenger of Allah (S) said: I advice you to the Qur’an since it is the beneficial cure, the blessed medicine, the protection (‘Isma) for he who holds fast to it, and the salvation for he who follows it. Neither does it cause crookedness so that it departs (from the truth) nor does it deviate so that it causes trouble. Its marvels do not come to end and the vastness of refutations does not wear it.

Respect and Rights of the Holy Qur’an

Now that we know that the Holy Qur’an is not an ordinary book, but a Divine Book sent by Allah for the guidance of all people, we must show respect to it. Here are some of the points we need to remember.

  1. A part of the Qur’an carries the same respect as the entire Qur’an. Allah says: When the Qur’an is recited, listen to it (7:204).

We know that when recitation takes place it is always of a part of the Qur’an. Even then, Allah uses the word Qur’an for the part that is being recited. Therefore, if you have a Siparah, a binder or a booklet that contains Soorahs and passages from the Qur’an, you treat it like a Qur’an.

  1. The Qur’an should always be carried with proper care. When your Madrasah bag contains the Qur’an, or a part of it, take extra care of the bag. Keep the bag slowly on the desk or floor instead of letting it fall on its own. Use both hands to remove the Qur’an from your bag, kiss the cover of the Qur’an, place it slowly on a desk (or on a wooden carrier specially built for holding the Qur’an), and open the pages gently.
  2. When the Qur’an is being recited, listen to it and be attentive (7:204). If you are busy with something else then at least do not disturb the recitation by talking, for example, or making noise. There is reward for listening to the Qur’an. Imam Ali Zaynul ‘Aabideen (a) said: Whoever listens to a letter of the book of Allah, the Glorious and Almighty, without even reading it, Allah will write down for him one good deed, forgive a sin, and raise him a degree.

It was the practice of unbelievers in Mecca to make a lot of noise so that others could not listen to the Qur’an (41:26). Do not be like them and instead lend your ears to the Qur’an and give it respect. We often wish that God would talk to us. One way to achieve this is by reading the Qur’an. Prophet Muhammad (S): said: Lo! Whoever has longing for Allah should listen to the word of Allah! Also, if you wish to talk to God then do Tilaawa. Prophet Muhammad (S) said: Whenever one of you would like to talk to his Lord, he should read the Qur’an.

  1. The Qur’an should be recited regularly. It is disrespect to keep the Holy Qur’an unread. Prophet Muhammad (S) said: Brighten your homes with reciting Qur’an; do not turn them into graves. Surely the house in which a lot of recitation takes place enjoys many blessings and the members benefit from it. Such a household shines for the inhabitants of Heaven as stars shine to the inhabitants of the earth. On the Day of Judgment the Prophet will complain to Allah about some Muslims who had abandoned the Qur’an (25:30).

Another Hadith of the Prophet (S) says: Indeed hearts rust in the same way irons rust. He was asked: “What will polish the hearts?” The Prophet answered: Reading the Qur’an. The more Qur’an we read the better it is. We should discipline ourselves to read a good portion of Qur’an daily. Imam Ali (a) said: He who recites 100 verses daily from the Book in the order it is in, Allah writes for him the reward equal to all the good actions of every one on this earth. Shaytaan would like us not to read, understand and study the Qur’an. Let us fight him with all our strength and faith. Imam Ja‘far As-Saadiq (a) said: There is nothing more unpleasant to Shaytaan than to see a man reading the Qur’an to gain insight.

  1. Children should get familiarized with the Qur’an early in their lives. Imam as-Saadiq (AS) said: He who recites Qur’an while he is young, Qur’an mixes with his flesh and his blood, and Allah places him amongst the blessed and the chosen righteous. On the Day of Judgment, Qur’an shall become his defender and [pray for him a handsome reward.]
  2. It is the right and respect of the Qur’an that it should be followed. Imam Ja‘far Saadiq (a) said: Lo! One, who learns the Qur’an, teaches it and practices according to it, I will guide and lead him to Paradise.
  3. It is also the right and respect of the Qur’an that those who have the knowledge of the Qur’an should teach it to others. This is among the noblest acts. Prophet Muhammad (S) said: The best of you is he who learns the Qur’an and teaches it.
  4. Take the interpretations of the Qur’an from the Holy Prophet (S) and the Imams from his family, i.e. the Ahlul Bayt (a). Imam Hasan al-‘Askaree quoting Prophet Muhammad said: Recite it (i.e. the Qur’an) as Allah gives you ten rewards for each letter that you recite from it. Then the Imam (a) said: Do you know who really holds fast to it and reaches to such honor and reward? He is the person who takes Qur’an and its interpretation from us Ahlul-Bayt (a) or from the deputies that we send to our followers, and takes its (interpretation) neither from the opinions of those who argue (on the speech of Allah) nor form the analogy of those who compare (different parts of the speech of Allah).
  5. Once you have completed reading your lesson or referring to the Qur’an then close it gently instead of leaving it open.
  6. Do not put another book or any weight above the Qur’an. The Holy Book should always be kept on the top in a pile of books.
  7. It is Haraam (forbidden) to make Najaasaat (impure things like blood and urine) touch the Qur’an. In the event where the Qur’an becomes Najis, for instance if it falls in Najis water, it is Waajib (obligatory) to purify it (make it Taahir).
  8. Old and worn out copies of the Qur’an should be disposed in safe places. This includes sending them for recycling, burying them in the earth or casting in rivers.

Manners of Reciting the Holy Qur’an

By now, we know that the Qur’an is a special book and deserves respect. Now let us look at some of the manners of reciting the Qur’an. It is the right of the Tilāwah (recitation of the Qur’an) that we follow the rules when reciting the Qur’an.

  1. Perform Wudhoo before you prepare to read the Qur’an. Allah says:

None can touch it (the Qur’an) save the purified ones (56:79).

Once Imam Ja‘far As-Saadiq (a) asked his son Ismaa‘eel to read the Qur’an. The latter said that he was not in Wudhoo. The Imam said in that case he could recite it but should not touch the writings of the Qur’an. Therefore, it is advisable to use a stick or pen to point to the words or sentences of the Qur’an you are reading if you are not in Wudhoo.

  1. Read Du‘aa before Tilaawa. Reading of the Du‘aa helps to keep our focus and reminds us of what we need to take from the Holy Book. Ma‘soomeen (a) have recommended a number of Du‘aas. The Du‘aa taught by Imam Ja‘far As-Saadiq (a) appears in this booklet with Qur’an lessons.
  2. Always say A‘oodhubillaahi minash shaytaanir rajeem (اَعُوْذُبا اللهِ مِنَ الشَّيْطَانِ الرَّجِيْم) when you begin reading the Qur’an. It means: I seek refuge in Allah from the cursed Shaytaan. This is what Allah instructs us to do in Aayah 16:98.
  3. Next say Bismillaahir rahmaanir raheem (بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمنِ الرَّحِيْم ) The meaning of this phrase is: In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful. Whenever Imam Moosaa Al-Kaazim (a) wished to make a point to Haroon Rasheed using Aayaat from the Qur’an, the Imam would begin with A‘oodhubillaah . . . followed by Bismillaah . . .
  4. Sit facing Qiblaah when reciting the Qur’an. Please note that this is the best direction to face. However where it may be difficult or impossible to face Qiblaah when reading the Qur’an (for example if your desk is facing another direction) then it is all right not to face the Qiblaah.
  5. Recite the Qur’an with Tarteel as instructed by Allah in Aayah 73:4. This means that we should recite the Qur’an in a good voice with rhythm instead of plain reading.
  6. Recite the Qur’an slowly Allah said to the Prophet:

do not move your tongue with it (Qur’an) to make haste therein (75:16).

The aayaat of the Qur’an should be recited in slow tones with each word being pronounced clearly. The Prophet (S) advised Muslims not be concerned about finishing a Soorah when reciting the Qur’an.

  1. Be Humble when reciting the Qur’an. The Prophet (S) says that the best recitor is he who is humble when reciting the Qur’an and realizes his own insignificance. Some people exhibit their insignificance and the awe of talking to Allah through weeping. This is a good sign. Prophet Muhammad (S) said: Eyes that weep when reciting the Qur’an will be shining with delight on the Day of Resurrection.
  2. Try to understand the recitation. Holy Qur’an is a book of Guidance (2:2). It is necessary for us to understand the message Allah sent all people through Prophet Muhammad (S).
  3. Read from the Qur’an by looking at the writings instead of reciting from your memory. In a Hadith from one of our Imams it is said that mere looking at the writings of the Qur’an carries reward.
  4. Interact with the Qur’an. Imam Ja‘far As-Saadiq (a) says that it is important to react to the aayaat of the Qur’an when reciting it. When we come across aayaat on Paradise, Mercy and Grace of Allah, Good Outcome in the hereafter, we should hope for these in our hearts. On the other hand if we are reading aayaat that warn us about the punishment, fire, Hell, etc. we should pray to be saved from these.
  5. Open your heart and mind to the Qur’an and ponder over what you read. Allah often invites us to think and ponder over the contents of the Qur’an. In 47:24 Allah says:
  6. Do they not then think deeply in the Qur’an, or are their hearts locked up?
  7. Perform Sajdah where required to do so In the entire Qur’an there are 15 places where performing of Sajdah is required. At 4 places it is Waajib (obligatory) to do Sajdah if we were to read or listen to these sections of the Qur’an. For the rest of the places it is Mustahab (recommended) to do Sajdah.
  8. Say Sadqallaahul ‘Aliyyul ‘Azeem (صَدَقَ اللهُ العَلِيُّ العَظِيْمُ) every time you end a recitation of the Qur’an. The meaning of this phrase is: Allah, the Sublime, the Great, is truthful in what He has said
  9. Read one of the Du‘aas after Tilaawa. The Ma‘soomeen have taught a number of Du‘aas, from these two have been included with Qur’an lessons. In these Du‘aas, amongst other things, we pray to the Almighty to enlighten us through the Qur’an and make us follow the teachings of the Qur’an.

Hadiths in the lessons taken from

  1. Forty Hadiths (1), Virtues of The Qur’an, Department of Qur’anic Affairs, 1998.
  2. Wasaa’ilush Shi‘ah, v. 27.
  3. Al-Kaafee, v. 2
  4. Bihaarul Anwar, v. 89/92.

http://www.al-islam.org/articles/quranic-lessons

6th Gift of Ramadhan 2024 – Dua for Pain of Knee

Dua for Pain of Knee

Say after the prayers:
 يَا اَجْوَدَ مَنْ اَعْطٰی، وَ يَا خَيْرَ مَنْ سُئِلَ، وَ يَا اَرْحَمَ مَنِ اسْتَرْحَمَ   اِرْحَمْ ضَعْفِىْ وَ قِلَّةَ حِيْلَتِىْ وَ عَافِنِيْ مِنْ وَجَعِىْ.
Yaa ajwada man aa’t’aa. Yaa khaira man su-ila wa yaa arh’ama man astarh’ama irh’am z”a’fee wa qillata h’eelatee wa a’a’finee minw waja-e’e’.

O more generous of those who bestow and O best of those who are asked O more merciful of those asked for mercy. Have mercy on my weakness and the lack of my avenues and save me from my pain.

5th Gift of Ramadhan 2024 – Duas for warding off sorcery (Jadu) and evil eye (Chashme Bad)

Duas for warding off sorcery and evil eye

 Harm of the evil eye
It is narrated from Abi Abdullah (a.s.) that he said:
If the graves are opened for you, you will see that the majority of the people died due to the evil eye, because the evil eye is a fact; know that the Messenger of Allah (s.a.w.s.) has said: The evil eye is a fact. So one who is astonished by something his brother has, he should mention Allah’s name (i.e. say Maa Shaa Allaah). For if he does so it would not harm him.
It is narrated from Abi Abdullah (a.s.) that he said: The evil eye is a fact. You are not safe from it yourself and neither others are safe from you. So when you fear something like this say: “As Allah willed” (Maa Shaa Allaah  ماشاء اللہ). There is no strength and power, except by Allah, the Exalted and the Mighty,” three times.
He said: When one of you dresses in such elegant way that arouses amazement, he should recite Surah Falaq and Surah Naas while leaving his house; then it would not cause harm by the leave of Allah.
Imam Reza (a.s.) was asked regarding the evil eye and he said: It is a fact. When it affects you, raise your open palms in front of your face together and recite: Surah Hamd, Surah Tawheed, Surah Falaq and Surah Naas and pass them over your face. Then it would be beneficial by the leave of Allah.
The Messenger of Allah (s.a.w.s.) said: O Ali, one who is fearful of a Satan or sorcerer should recite:
 إِنَّ رَبَّكُمُ اللهُ الَّذِيْ خَلَقَ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَ اْلأَرْضَ فِيْ سِتَّةِ أَيَّامٍ ثُمَّ اسْتَوٰى عَلَى الْعَرْشِ يُغْشِي اللَّيْلَ النَّهَارَ يَطْلُبُهُ حَثِيْثًا وَ الشَّمْسَ وَ الْقَمَرَ وَ النُّجُوْمَ مُسَخَّرَاتٍ بِأَمْرِهِ أَلاَ لَهُ الْخَلْقُ وَ اْلأَمْرُ تَبَارَكَ اللهُ رَبُّ الْعَالَمِيْنَ.
 Inna rabbakumullaahul ladhee khalaqas samaawaati wal arz”a fee sittati ayyaamin thummus tawaa a’lal a’rshi yughshil lailan nahaara yat’lubuhu hatheethanw wash shamsa wal qamara wan nujooma musakhkharaatim bi-amrihi alaa lahul khalqu wal amru tabaarakallaahu Rabbul a’a’lameen.
 Surely your Lord is Allah, Who created the heavens and the earth in six periods of time, and He is firm in power; He throws the veil of night over the day, which it pursues incessantly; and (He created) the sun and the moon and the stars, made subservient by His command; surely His is the creation and the command; blessed is Allah, the Lord of the worlds

4th Gift of Ramzan 2024 – DUA OF TAKBIR

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FOURTH GIFT OF RAMZAN

DUA OF TAKBIR

You may now prepare yourself for performing the prayer. You must have heart presence and pay attention to your prayer, by considering the humiliation of your situation and the all-greatness and majesty of your Lord to whom you are talking in your prayer. Behave as if you can see Him in front of you and be ashamed of talking to Him with your tongue while your heart is preoccupied by another thing. You may then stand up with respect and reverence, putting your two hands on your thighs opposite to your knees. Separate between your two feet in an amount of three fingers up to one span. Cast your sight on the place of your prostration. You may then intend to perform this Dawn Prayer for seeking nearness to Allah the Exalted. Then, say the Takbirat al-Ihram statement (saying: Allahu-akbar ‘Allah is the Greatest’; the introductory statement to prayer). It is recommended to add 7 statements of Takbir (i.e. professing Almighty Allah being the Greatest) to it, at each one of which, you may raise your hands to reach the level of the lower part of your ear, turning the palms of your hand towards the Qiblah direction. Try to make all your fingers, except the thumb, stick to one another, but not open. You may now say the supplications of the Takbir statements, which are as follows:

After the third Takbir statement, you may say the following:

اَللّهُمَّ اَنْتَ الْمَلِكُ الْحَقُّ الْمُبينُ لا اِلهَ اِلاّ اَنْتَ سُبْحانَكَ اِنّى ظَلَمْتُ نَفْسى فَاغْفِرْ لى ذَنْبى اِنَّهُ لا يَغْفِرُ الذُّنُوبَ اِلاّ اَنْتَ

After the fifth Takbir statement, you may say the following:

لَبَّيْكَ وَسَعْدَيْكَ وَالْخَيْرُ فى يَدَيْكَ وَالشَّرُّ لَيْسَ اِلَيْكَ وَالْمَهْدِىُّ مَنْ هَدَيْتَ عَبْدُكَ وَابْنُ عَبْدَيْكَ ذَليلٌ بَيْنَ يَدَيْكَ مِنْكَ وَبِكَ وَلَكَ وَاِلَيْكَ لا مَلْجَاءَ وَلا مَنْجا وَلا مَفَرَّ مِنْكَ اِلاّ اِلَيْكَ سُبْحانَكَ وَحَنانَيْكَ تَبارَكْتَ وَتَعالَيْتَ سُبْحانَكَ رَبَّ الْبَيْتِ الْحَرامِ .

After the seventh Takbir statement, you may say the following:

وَجَّهْتُ وَجْهِىَ لِلَّذى فَطَرَ السَّمواتِ وَالاَرْضَ عالِمِ الْغَيْبِ وَالشَّهادَةِ حَنيفا مُسْلِما وَما اَنَا مِنَ الْمُشْرِكينَ اِنَّ صَلوتى وَنُسُكى وَمَحْياىَ وَمَماتى لِلَّهِ رَبِّ الْعالَمينَ لا شَريكَ لَهُ وَبِذلِكَ اُمِرْتُ وَاَ نَا مِنَ الْمُسْلِمينَ۔

3rd Gift of Ramadhan 2024 – Dua For Curing Ear Related Problems

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Dua for curing ear related problems

It is narrated from Abi Ja’far (a.s.) that when a man complained to him of deafness, he said: Pass your hand over him and recite:
لَوْ أَنْزَلْنَا هٰذَا الْقُرْآنَ عَلٰى جَبَلٍ لَّرَأَيْتَهُ خَاشِعًا مُّتَصَدِّعًا مِّنْ خَشْيَةِ اللهِ وَ تِلْكَ اْلأَمْثَالُ نَضْرِبُهَا لِلنَّاسِ لَعَلَّهُمْ يَتَفَكَّرُوْنَ. هُوَ اللهُ الَّذِيْ لاَ إِلٰهَ إِلاَّ هُوَ عَالِمُ الْغَيْبِ وَ الشَّهَادَةِ هُوَ الرَّحْمَنُ الرَّحِيْمُ. هُوَ اللهُ الَّذِي لاَ إِلٰهَ إِلاَّ هُوَ الْمَلِكُ الْقُدُّوْسُ السَّلاَمُ الْمُؤْمِنُ الْمُهَيْمِنُ الْعَزِيْزُ الْجَبَّارُ الْمُتَكَبِّرُ سُبْحَانَ اللهِ عَمَّا يُشْرِكُونَ. هُوَ اللهُ الْخَالِقُ الْبَارِئُ الْمُصَوِّرُ لَهُ اْلأَسْمَآءُ الْحُسْنٰى يُسَبِّحُ لَهُ مَا فِيْ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَ اْلأَرْضِ وَ هُوَ الْعَزِيْزُ الْحَكِيْمُ.
Lau anzalnaa haadhal qur-aana a’laa jabalil lara-aitahu khaashia’m mustas’addi a’m min khashyatillaahi wa tilkal amthaalu naz”ribuhaa linnaasi la-a’llahum yatafakkaroon. Huwallaahul ladhee laa ilaaha illaa huwa a’a’limul ghaibi wash shahaadati huwar rah’maanur rah’eem. Huwallaahulladhee laa ilaaha illaa huwal malikul quddoosus salaamul mu-minul muhaiminul a’zeezul jabbaarul mutakabbir. Sub-h’aanallaahi a’mmaa yushrikoon. Huwallaahul khaaliqul baari-ul mus’awwiru lahul asmaa-ul h’usnaa. Yusabbih’u lahu maa fis samaawaati wal arz”i wa huwal a’zeezul h’akeem.
Had We sent down this Quran on a mountain, you would certainly have seen it falling down, splitting asunder because of the fear of Allah, and We set forth these parables to men that they may reflect. He is Allah besides Whom there is no god; the Knower of the unseen and the seen; He is the Beneficent, the Merciful. He is Allah, besides Whom there is no god; the King, the Holy, the Giver of peace, the Granter of security, Guardian over all, the Mighty, the Supreme, the Possessor of every greatness; Glory be to Allah from what they set up (with Him). He is Allah the Creator, the Maker, the Fashioner; His are the most excellent names; whatever is in the heavens and the earth declares His glory; and He is the Mighty, the Wise.
In another narration from him for pain of ear: Recite the following verses seven times on jasmine oil or violets oil and pour it into the ear.
كَأَن لَّمْ يَسْمَعْهَا كَأَنَّ فِي أُذُنَيْهِ وَقْرًا. إِنَّ السَّمْعَ وَ الْبَصَرَ وَ الْفُؤَادَ كُلُّ أُوْلٰئِكَ كَانَ عَنْهُ مَسْؤُلاً.
“Ka-allam yasma’haa ka-anna fee udhunaihi waqraa.” “Innas sam-a’ wal bas’ara wal fu-aada kullu oolaa-ika kaana a’nhu mas-oolaa.”
“As if he had not heard them, as though in his ears were a heaviness,”
“Surely the hearing and the sight and the heart, all of these, shall be questioned about that.”.

When the heart is spiritually sick

Hazrat Ayatollah Javadi Amoli:

If someone sick eats the most delicious fruit, he will not enjoy it, and it will be bitter to his taste!

It is the same in the spiritual dimension and worship, the one who is part of “Fi qulobihim marazun فی قلوب مرض ” means whose heart is sick (spiritually), he does not enjoy prayer and worship, and sometimes he gets even tired from acts of worships and doesn’t like them.

2nd Gift of Ramzan 2024 – ETIQUETTE OF RITUAL ABLUTION (WUZU)

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SECOND GIFT OF RAMZAN

ETIQUETTE OF RITUAL ABLUTION (WUZU)

At performing the ritual ablution, it is necessary to sit down, face the qiblah direction, and put the bowl (containing the water of ablution) to the right side. Upon looking at the water, it is recommended to say the following:

اَلْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ الَّذى جَعَلَ الْمآءَ طَهُورا وَلَمْ يَجْعَلْهُ نَجِسا

Before putting the hand in the bowl, it is recommended to wash it. At putting it there, it is recommended to say the following:

بِسْمِ اللّٰهِ وَبِاللّٰهِ اَللّهُمَّ اجْعَلْنى مِنَ التَّوّابينَ وَاجْعَلْنى مِنَ الْمُتَطَهِّرينَ .

You may then rinse out your mouth with three handfuls of water three times and say the following:

اَللّهُمَّ لَقِّنى حُجَّتى يَوْمَ اَلْقاكَ وَاَطْلِقْ لِسانى بِذِكْراكَ

You may then inhale water (from the nose) three times and say the following:

اَللّهُمَّ لا تُحَرِّمْ عَلَىَّ ريحَ الْجَنَّةِ وَاجْعَلْنى مِمَّنْ يَشَمُّ ريحَها وَرَوْحَها وَطيبَها

You may then begin with washing the face, saying the following:

اَللّهُمَّ بَيِّضْ وَجْهى يَوْمَ تَسْوَدُّ فيهِ الْوُجُوهُ وَلا تُسَوِّدْ وَجْهى يَوْمَ تَبْيَضُّ فيهِ الْوُجُوهُ

You may then take a handful of water to wash your right hand, saying the following:

اَللّهُمَّ اَعْطِنى كِتابى بِيَمينى وَالْخُلْدَ فِى الْجِنانِ بِيَسارى وَحاسِبْنى حِسابا يَسيرا

You may then wash your left hand and say the following:

اَللّهُمَّ لا تُعْطِنى كِتابى بِشِمالى وَلا مِنْ وَرآءِ ظَهْرى وَلا تَجْعَلْها مَغْلُولَةً اِلى عُنُقى وَاَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ مُقَطَّعاتِ النّيرانِ

You may then rub the forepart of your head with your wetted forefingers of your right hand and say the following:

اَللّهُمَّ غَشِّنى رَحْمَتَكَ وَبَرَكاتِكَ .

You may then rub your feet, saying the following:

اَللّهُمَّ ثَبِّتْنى عَلَى الصِّراطِ يَوْمَ تَزِلُّ فيهِ الاَقْدامُ وَاجْعَلْ سَعْيى فيما يُرْضيكَ عنّى يا ذَاالْجَلالِ وَالاِكْرامِ

Upon accomplishment of the ritual ablution, you may say the following:

اَللّهُمَّ اِنّى اَسْئَلُكَ تَمامَ الْوُضُوءِ وَتَمامَ الصَّلوةِ وَتَمامَ رِضْوانِكَ وَالْجَنَّةَ .

You may also say the following:

اَلْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ رَبِّ الْعالَمينَ

Upon accomplishment too, you may recite Surah al-Qadr (No. 97) three times and impart a sweet smell to yourself.

1st Gift of Ramzan 2024 – DUA AND ETIQUETTES OF ATTENDING MOSQUES

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FIRST GIFT OF RAMZAN

DUA AND ETIQUETTES OF ATTENDING MOSQUES

Recite the following Dua when leaving your house for a mosque. Make sure you enter the mosque with tranquillity and solemnity. You are entering a Holy place, so be mindful of your behaviour.
You may then walk to the mosque with tranquillity and solemnity. While leaving your house towards the mosque, you may say the following:

بِسْمِ اللّٰهِ الَّذى خَلَقَنى فَهُوَ يَهْدينِ وَالَّذى هُوَ يُطْعِمُنى وَيَسْقينِ وَاِذا مَرِضْتُ فَهُوَ يَشْفينِ وَالَّذى يُميتُنى ثُمَّ يُحْيينِ وَالَّذى اَطْمَعُ اَنْ يَغْفِرَ لى خَطيَّئَتى يَوْمَ الدّينِ رَبِّ هَبْ لى حُكْما وَاَلْحِقْنى بِالصّالِحينَ وَاجْعَلْ لى لِسانَ صِدْقٍ فِى الاْخِرينَ وَاجْعَلْنى مِنْ وَرَثَةِ جَنَّةِ النَّعيمِ وَاغْفِرْ لاَِبى

Before you enter the mosque, you may check the bottom of your shoes, lest there may be an impure thing sticking to them.
You may then enter by preceding your right foot to the left and say the following:

بِسْمِ اللّٰهِ وَبِاللّٰهِ وَمِنَ اللّٰهِ وَاِلَى اللّٰهِ وَخَيْرُ الاَسْمآءِ كُلِّها لِلَّهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللّٰهِ وَلا حَوْلَ وَلا قُوَّةَ اِلاّ بِاللّٰهِ اَللّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلى مُحَمَّدٍ وَآلِ مُحَمَّدٍ وَافْتَحْ لى اَبْوابَ رَحْمَتِكَ وَتَوْبَتِكَ وَاَغْلِقْ عَنّى اَبْوابَ مَعْصِيَتِكَ وَاجْعَلْنى مِنْ زُوّارِكَ وَعُمّارِ مَساجِدِكَ وَمِمَّنْ يُناجيكَ فى اللَّيْلِ وَالنَّهارِ وَمِنَ الَّذينَ هُمْ فى صَلوتِهِمْ خاشِعُونَ وَادْحَرْ عَنِّى الشَّيْطانَ الرَّجيمَ وَجُنُودَ اِبْليسَ اَجْمَعينَ.

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