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Zakaat is one of the five main pillars of Islam. [1] Zakaat became fardh (compulsory) in the second year after hijrah, prior to the fast of Ramadhaan becoming fardh. [2]
There are many verses of the Quraan Majeed as well as Ahaadith of Hazrat Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) which explain the great rewards that are promised for discharging zakaat.
Hazrat Hasan (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) reports that Hazrat Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) said, “Protect your wealth by discharging zakaat, treat your sick by giving sadaqah and combat the waves of calamities by resorting to dua and humility.” [3]
Hazrat Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) said, “The one who discharges his zakaat, his wealth is cleansed from impurity.” [4]
Sadaqatul fitr is compulsory upon all those who possess wealth that equals the nisaab. Hazrat Abdullah bin Amr (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) reports that Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) sent a person to announce in the streets of Makkah Mukarramah, “Know well that sadaqatul fitr is compulsory upon every Muslim, male or female, free or slave, child or adult, as two mudd of wheat (i.e. half a saa’) or one saa’ from other types of food (e.g. wheat, wheat-flour, dates, etc).” (Sunan Tirmizi #674)
The occasions of Eidul Adha and Eidul Fitr are the days of celebration for the Muslims. On the occasion, of Eidul Fitr, Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) said, “Indeed the people of every religion (e.g. Jews, Christians, etc.) have their Eid (i.e. special days of celebration), and this day (i.e. Eidul Fitr and Eidul Adha) is our Eid.” [1]
Sitting for I’tikaaf in the musjid during the last ten days of Ramadhaan is an ibaadah which is sunnah mu’akkadah alal-kifaayah. (Durrul Mukhtaar 2/442)
Sunnah mu’akkadah alal-kifaayah refers to a sunnah whose obligation is placed upon the entire locality collectively. If one or a few individuals of the locality fulfil it, the entire locality will be absolved of the obligation. However, if no one from the entire locality fulfils it then all the people of the locality will be sinful for neglecting it.
The month of Ramadhaan is an extremely blessed month in which the Glorious Qur’aan was revealed. Laylatul Qadr, which is more virtuous than a thousand months, falls in this month. The reward of a nafl deed is that of a fardh and the reward of a fardh is multiplied seventy times. Fasting during the day has been made fardh, and performing the Taraaweeh Salaah during the night has been made sunnah.
Hazrat Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) said, “The one who stands in Taraaweeh Salaah during the month of Ramadhaan, with imaan and with the hope of reward, all his past (minor) sins will be forgiven.” (Saheeh Muslim #759)
Ramadhaan is a month of immense blessing and mercy and is among the greatest bounties of Allah Ta‘ala upon this ummah. Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) fervently explained the greatness of this month and the countless blessings which it brings. Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) said, “Had my ummah only known the great virtues and abundant blessings of Ramadhaan, they would have desired that the entire year be Ramadhaan” (Saheeh ibnu Khuzaimah #1886).
Approximately two months prior to Ramadhaan, Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) would begin eagerly anticipating the arrival of Ramadhaan. Upon sighting the crescent of Rajab, Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) would recite the following dua:
اَللّٰهُمَّ بَرِكْ لَنَا فِيْ رَجَبْ وَشَعْبَانْ وَبَلِّغْنَا رَمَضَانْ
O Allah! Bless us in the months of Rajab and Sha’baan and make us reach the month of Ramadhaan. (Shu’abul Imaan #3815)
24. Hazrat Moulana Abraarul Haqq Saheb (rahimahullah) has mentioned 14 points regarding the rights of parents (7 points regarding fulfilling their rights during their lifetime and 7 points regarding fulfilling their rights after their demise).
7 rights during their lifetime
1. Azmat: To respect them.
2. Muhabbat: To have love and affection for them.
3. Itaa’at: To obey them.
4. Khidmat: To serve them.
5. Fikr-e-Raahat: To grant them ease and comfort.
6. Raf-e-Haajat: To take care of all their needs.
7. To visit them often.
23. If your elders are engaged in some ibaadah or work and you wish to speak to them or discuss some matter with them, you should wait for them to complete whatever they are engaged in. When waiting for them, you should wait at a slight distance so that they are not disturbed by your presence. Thereafter, when they complete their ibaadah or work, you may meet them and discuss your need with them. In this manner, you will not disrupt their programme nor inconvenience them.
20. If you notice your elders making a mistake, then do not be hasty in correcting them immediately, as it is possible that you have not understood the situation correctly. Hence, when you find a suitable opportunity, then respectfully enquire from them regarding the matter. In this way, if they had made a mistake, they will be able to correct themselves, and if you had misunderstood the situation, they will be able to clarify your misunderstanding and guide you correctly.
16. If your seniors reprimand you for some mistake which you did not commit, then remain silent and accept their correction. Later on, when the occasion is appropriate, you may respectfully explain yourself.
17. When walking with your seniors, let them walk ahead of you. [1]
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12. Do not regard yourself to be equal or greater than your seniors.
13. You should not hope or desire that your elders call you by respectable titles, etc.
14. Do not address your seniors from a distance by shouting out to them if you need to enquire regarding anything. Rather, you should respectfully go up to them and then address them.
15. Do not wait for your seniors to ask you to fulfil some service which is expected from you. You should carry it out before they ask you to do so.
8. When addressing your elder, speak to him with respect. Do not be rude and disrespectful in your approach.
9. Do not raise your voice above the voice of your elder, nor argue with him.
10. When you are in the company of your senior, do not embark on any activity without his consent.
11. Do not ask your senior to do any work for you. Rather, you should remain in his service.
4. Do not call your elders by nicknames. [1]
5. When speaking about your parents, ustaads, elders, etc., refer to them in a respectful manner. [2]
1. Always show respect to your elders from within your heart and outwardly as well, regardless of whether they are your parents, teachers, family members, etc. [1]
2. Address your elders using respectable names or titles. For example, if the person is an Aalim then call him with the title “Moulana”. If he is a Haafiz of the Quraan Majeed then call him with the title “Haafiz Saheb”. [2]