http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/-t1.htm Sat, 06 Jun 2009 17:51:23 GMT 10 http://i75.servimg.com/u/f75/13/35/13/71/hijab10.jpg http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/-t1.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/etiquettes-of-differing-in-islam-t609.htm Ithar Islam has imposed high standards for how the Muslim who follows the methodology of the Prophetic Sunnah (tradition) should deal with his brother who has differed with him on an issue of 'Ijtihaad' (exercise of independent judgment in matters that have no specific mention in the Qur'an or Sunnah). How outstanding is the statement of the Messenger of Allah sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allah exalt his mention ) : "Indeed I have been sent to perfect noble manners." [Reported by ... knowledge Sat, 06 Jun 2009 17:51:23 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/etiquettes-of-differing-in-islam-t609.htm#650 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/etiquettes-of-differing-in-islam-t609.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-da-wah-of-the-prophets-t608.htm Ithar Calling to Allah is the way of the Messenger Muhammad sallallaahu `alayhi wa sallam ( may Allah exalt his mention ) and his followers, as Allah, the Most High, Says (what means): "Say [O Muhammad]: 'This is my way; I invite to Allah with insight, I and those who follow me. And exalted is Allah; and I am not of those who associate others with him.'" [Qur'an: 12:108] Calling to Allah was the mission of all the Messengers and their followers, in order to bring the people out of darkness ... knowledge Sat, 06 Jun 2009 17:38:31 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-da-wah-of-the-prophets-t608.htm#649 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-da-wah-of-the-prophets-t608.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/advise-with-sincerity-and-kindness-t607.htm Ithar The one who invites others to Allah is from the closest people to Allah our Lord. In addition, Muslims collectively agree on the importance of propagating Islam and inviting people to Allah, and many talk about it being mandatory upon Muslims, and we agree with them, that it is an obligation, to enjoy that which is good and forbid that which is evil and to spread chastity and fight immorality and educate people and remind them and advise them. Therefore, there is no doubt that one who invites ... knowledge Sat, 06 Jun 2009 17:24:02 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/advise-with-sincerity-and-kindness-t607.htm#648 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/advise-with-sincerity-and-kindness-t607.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/stinginess-t603.htm Ithar Many people are afflicted with the habit of consuming this poison, which wastes their money, ruins their health and weakens their bodies. There is another, more evil, consequence that smoking has, which is materialised in those who smoke having an evil end. A smoker was on his deathbed, and his brother came to him and urged him to utter the two testimonies of faith before dyeing, but the smoker said: “My dear brother! I feel like someone is holding my tongue whenever I try to utter them, ... knowledge Fri, 17 Apr 2009 18:49:26 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/stinginess-t603.htm#643 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/stinginess-t603.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-obligation-of-differing-from-the-non-muslims-t602.htm Ithar Allah, the Most High, has granted the Muslims a comprehensive set of rules (Sharee’ah) that cover all religious and worldly matters. He made happiness both in this world and in the Hereafter contingent on working according it and adhering to its guidance. Allah The Most High Says (what means): “Whoever follows My guidance will neither go astray [in the world] nor suffer [in the Hereafter].” [Quran 20: 123] Allah also Says (what means): “Whoever follows My guidance – there will be no ... knowledge Fri, 17 Apr 2009 18:42:28 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-obligation-of-differing-from-the-non-muslims-t602.htm#642 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-obligation-of-differing-from-the-non-muslims-t602.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/do-muslims-worship-the-black-stone-the-ka-bah-t156.htm Ithar Question: What is the rebuttal to the Malaahidah (atheists) who say: You O Muslims worship a stone and circumbalate around it! So how can you reproach others from worship of idols and statues/images? Answer: This is an evident lie, we do not worship the [black] stone but rather we touch it and kiss it - the same as the Messenger of Allah SallAllahu 'alayhi wasallam did - in worship of Allah and in emulating the Messenger of Allah SallAllahu 'alayhi wasallam. The [Black] Stone is from ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:38:54 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/do-muslims-worship-the-black-stone-the-ka-bah-t156.htm#161 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/do-muslims-worship-the-black-stone-the-ka-bah-t156.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/placing-a-wreath-crown-corona-ie-crown-of-flowers-on-a-grave-t155.htm Ithar Question: :Is placing a wreath on a grave of a unknown Soldier equal to aggrandizing the Awliya and pious people to the point of worshipping ? Answer: This practice is a innovation, and excess in terms of revering the dead, and it is similar to the practice of those who over-rever pious people. It is feared that this practice may lead to building domes above their graves, seeking their blessing, and their taking them for gods besides Allah, Glorious is He. This practice should ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:37:14 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/placing-a-wreath-crown-corona-ie-crown-of-flowers-on-a-grave-t155.htm#160 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/placing-a-wreath-crown-corona-ie-crown-of-flowers-on-a-grave-t155.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/ali-may-allah-be-pleased-with-him-can-help-no-one-after-his-death-t154.htm Ithar Question: Does Ali - may Allah be pleased with him- help anyone in times of calamities? Answer: Ali, may Allah be pleased with, was killed without being aware of his assassin's scheme, nor was he able to protect himself from it. How then could it then be alleged that he can ward off calamities from others after his death, when he could ward off from himself when he was alive? He who believes that Ali or any dead person can extend a benefit to others, or help them obtain it, ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:36:16 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/ali-may-allah-be-pleased-with-him-can-help-no-one-after-his-death-t154.htm#159 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/ali-may-allah-be-pleased-with-him-can-help-no-one-after-his-death-t154.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/he-who-makes-offering-to-jinn-shall-have-no-good-deeds-of-his-accepted-until-he-repents-t153.htm Ithar Question: Some students of knowledge told us that he who makes offering to jinn, neither his prayer nor Hajj would be accepted from him. When I heard this, I repented to Allah because I use to do so, and I performed Hajj, but they said that my Hajj was void? .Is it true that my Hajj is void? And if so, do I have to perform Hajj again? Answer: Sacrificing animals for Jinn is Shirk. He who does so, and dies before repenting, would live in Hell-fire eternally. No good deed is acceptable ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:35:20 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/he-who-makes-offering-to-jinn-shall-have-no-good-deeds-of-his-accepted-until-he-repents-t153.htm#158 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/he-who-makes-offering-to-jinn-shall-have-no-good-deeds-of-his-accepted-until-he-repents-t153.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/animals-slaughtered-by-polytheists-t152.htm Ithar Question: If a person deems as lawful animals slaughtered by a Mushrik, and uses as an argument the Words of Allah Eat, then, the meat of animals upon which the name of Allah is pronounced, if you believe in his verses Al-An'am 6:118 He claims the verse is self-explanatory, and does not accept any other argument. Is such a person to be considered as a disbeliever? Answer: He who deems lawful consuming meat of animals slaughtered by a Mushrik is wrong, not a disbeliever because ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:34:40 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/animals-slaughtered-by-polytheists-t152.htm#157 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/animals-slaughtered-by-polytheists-t152.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/to-take-an-oath-by-other-than-allah-t151.htm Ithar Question: Is this saying a Hadeeth or a narration [from the salaf]: "To take an oath by Allaah upon a lie/falsehood is more beloved to me than taking an oath by other than Him upon truthfulness", and we also hope that you can explain its meaning? Answer: This is not a Hadeeth but rather it is from the sayings of Ibn Mas'ood - May Allah be pleased with him - who said: "To take an oath by Allah upon a lie/falsehood is more beloved to me than taking an oath by ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:34:10 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/to-take-an-oath-by-other-than-allah-t151.htm#156 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/to-take-an-oath-by-other-than-allah-t151.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-christianity-of-today-t150.htm Ithar Question: Is the Christianity of today correct and sound or is it corrupted, and what is the proof from the Book and the Sunnah for this? Answer: All praise is due to Allah alone and may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon His Messenger and his family and his Companions…. To proceed: The religion of Christianity has been corrupted from that which their Prophet was upon, the proof being that they say, “Christ the son of Allah.” They (also) say that Allah is ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:33:25 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-christianity-of-today-t150.htm#155 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-christianity-of-today-t150.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-children-of-the-disbelievers-t149.htm Ithar Question: What will the outcome of the children of the disbelievers be, on the Day of Resurrection? Answer: All praise is due to Allah alone and may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon His Messenger and his family and his Companions…. To proceed: That which is correct from the statements of the scholars is that Allah, the Most High will test them on the day of resurrection, so whosoever obeys, then he will be from the people of Paradise and whosoever disobeys the ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:32:15 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-children-of-the-disbelievers-t149.htm#154 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-children-of-the-disbelievers-t149.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-level-of-ahlul-fatrah-in-the-hereafter-t148.htm Ithar Question: The question is concerning two individuals who differed in regard to Ahlul Fatrah [1], one of them said: “Indeed they are saved” and the other said: “Indeed they are not saved.” Answer: All praise is due to Allah alone and may the peace and blessings be upon His Messenger, his family and Companions. To proceed: Indeed the one to whom the call of Islam was conveyed - either from one that was before or during his time - and he did not respond and he died upon ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:29:23 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-level-of-ahlul-fatrah-in-the-hereafter-t148.htm#153 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-level-of-ahlul-fatrah-in-the-hereafter-t148.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-importance-of-balancing-fear-and-hope-for-the-believer-t147.htm Ithar It is befitting for the believer that his fear and his hope (in Allah) be one (i.e. equal). Since whichever of the two is allowed to overwhelm; then its companion is destroyed, Imaam Ahmad has given textual proof concerning this. This is because whosever’s fear overwhelms (the other) then he falls into a form of despair, and whosever’s hope overwhelms (the other) then he falls into a form of feeling immunity from the plan of Allah. Shaykh ul-Islaam Ibn Taymiyyah Ikhtiyaaraat al-Fiqhiyyah ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:26:48 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-importance-of-balancing-fear-and-hope-for-the-believer-t147.htm#152 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-importance-of-balancing-fear-and-hope-for-the-believer-t147.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/to-bear-witness-of-paradise-or-hellfire-for-a-person-t146.htm Ithar As for bearing witness for a person that he himself is a person of the people of The Fire or of Paradise; then that is not for anyone to do so except with an authentic text which necessitates that. Such as the case of the ten for whom glad tidings of Paradise were given by the truthful one (Sallalaahu ‘alaihi wa sallam). There are those that make it permissible for the one for whom the praises of the Ummah have become widespread – such as ‘Umar bin ‘Abdil-Azeez (radhiyallaahu ‘anhu) ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:26:16 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/to-bear-witness-of-paradise-or-hellfire-for-a-person-t146.htm#151 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/to-bear-witness-of-paradise-or-hellfire-for-a-person-t146.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-ruling-concerning-celebrating-mothers-day-t145.htm Ithar Question: Every year we have a holiday on a particular day and it is called Mother’s Day. It occurs on March 21. All the people gather and celebrate on that day. Is this permissible or forbidden? Answer: Every holiday or celebration that differs from Shariah celebrations is a newly invented innovation that was not known during the time of the Pious Predecessors. Furthermore, it may have begun as an imitation of the Non-Muslims. Therefore, in addition to it being an innovation, ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:24:23 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-ruling-concerning-celebrating-mothers-day-t145.htm#150 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-ruling-concerning-celebrating-mothers-day-t145.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/is-the-mulham-correct-in-everything-t144.htm Ithar Question: Is the ''Mulham''[1] Correct in Everything? Answer: The meaning of this would be that we are judging him as having infallibility, and no one is infallible except the Messengers (may the salawaat of Allah and His salutations be upon them) - except with the Shee`ah, for they hold that their Imaams are infallible, and this is an errant saying, because it opposes what the Scholars of this nation have agreed upon in that there is no infallibility for anyone except the Messenger ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:23:34 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/is-the-mulham-correct-in-everything-t144.htm#149 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/is-the-mulham-correct-in-everything-t144.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/doing-good-deeds-purity-and-ostentation-t143.htm Ithar Question: Many times a person thinks about doing a good deed and then Satan comes to him and whispers to him, saying “You are only doing that ostentatiously, to be seen of men and good reputation.” Therefore, he makes us go away from the good deed. How can one remain free of such occurrences? Answer: One can remain free of such occurrences by seeking refuge in Allah from the accursed Satan, as well as by continually performing good deeds. He should not pay attention to such ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:23:01 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/doing-good-deeds-purity-and-ostentation-t143.htm#148 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/doing-good-deeds-purity-and-ostentation-t143.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-ruling-concerning-one-who-opposes-the-laws-of-allah-t142.htm Ithar Question: What is the ruling concerning one who says, “Some of the laws of the Shariah need to be reviewed, as they are in need of adjustment since they are not compatible with the developments of this day and age. For example, concerning inheritance, the law that says that a man gets twice the share of a women needs to be reconsidered.” What is the Islamic ruling concerning one who says something of this nature? Answer: The laws that Allah has laid down for His servants ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:22:23 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-ruling-concerning-one-who-opposes-the-laws-of-allah-t142.htm#147 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-ruling-concerning-one-who-opposes-the-laws-of-allah-t142.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-ruling-concerning-putting-a-piece-of-animal-skin-or-leather-upon-a-babys-stomach-t141.htm Ithar Question: Is it allowed to put a piece of animal skin, leather or such upon the stomach of a breastfeeding baby boy or girl or an older child? We in the South of Saudi Arabia put such a piece of leather upon the stomach of the girl, small child or older. We hope that you will benefit us on this matter. Answer: If that piece of animal skin is put on the child as a kind of amulet to protect the child from harm or to bring about some good, then that is forbidden, and could even be ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:21:34 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-ruling-concerning-putting-a-piece-of-animal-skin-or-leather-upon-a-babys-stomach-t141.htm#146 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-ruling-concerning-putting-a-piece-of-animal-skin-or-leather-upon-a-babys-stomach-t141.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-statements-of-the-muhaddith-of-madeenah-concerning-our-times-t140.htm Ithar The following are quotes by Shaikh Hammaad concerning our times; * Indeed this time of ours is a time of disobedience and insubordination to Allah The Mighty and Majestic. * Indeed this time of ours is a time which sees the degradation of knowledge; and that is since anyone who desires to become an author or write a piece of knowledge can write and distribute – and the reason why some of the people have been driven into such an action is the absence of the awe for knowledge ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:21:07 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-statements-of-the-muhaddith-of-madeenah-concerning-our-times-t140.htm#145 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-statements-of-the-muhaddith-of-madeenah-concerning-our-times-t140.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-reasons-why-knowledge-nearly-departed-in-a-time-close-by-t139.htm Ithar The reasons why knowledge nearly departed in a time close by Knowledge was indeed once on the brink of passing away, and that was between the twelfth century to the fourteenth century; and there are two reasons for that: - Colonialism (Imperialistic exploitation) - Ardent fanaticism exclusively for the madhabs So a proof for the second is: that when I was in Africa I once asked a Maalikee: ‘who is Imaam Maalik?’ so he replied: ‘he is the Khaleel’ and this answer is a ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:20:16 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-reasons-why-knowledge-nearly-departed-in-a-time-close-by-t139.htm#144 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-reasons-why-knowledge-nearly-departed-in-a-time-close-by-t139.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/what-was-the-aqeedah-of-ibn-hazm-t138.htm Ithar The fact that Ibn Hazm was Dhaahiree does not mean he was not an ‘Aalim (Scholar), rather he was from amongst the ‘Ulamaa. Yet Ibn Hazm had with him a point of note and it was: that he was Jahmee Mu’tazilee in ‘Aqeedah, and the reason for that: was the fact that he initially studied philosophy, so when he came to the Qur’aan and the Sunnah in order to learn them – he began entering into philosophy into the both of them. So he would lay open/present the Qur’an upon the philosophy, ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:19:13 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/what-was-the-aqeedah-of-ibn-hazm-t138.htm#143 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/what-was-the-aqeedah-of-ibn-hazm-t138.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/allaahu-akbar-does-it-replace-bismillah-t137.htm Ithar Question: Some reciters separating between two chapters of the Qur’an by saying “Allahu Akbar” rather than Bismillah, is this permissible? And is there any proof to prove or to disprove this practice? Answer: The practice you mention is contrary to how the Companions would separate chapters of the Qur’aan and contrary to what the people of knowledge do. The furthest one may go in this regard is to say that some reciters considered in recommended to say “Allaahu Akbar” ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:17:46 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/allaahu-akbar-does-it-replace-bismillah-t137.htm#142 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/allaahu-akbar-does-it-replace-bismillah-t137.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/wearing-amulets-is-forbidden-even-if-they-are-from-the-quran-t136.htm Ithar Question: What is the ruling on wearing amulets and placing them on the chest, or under the pillow, bearing in mind that these amulets contain Qur’anic Verses only? Answer: The correct position is that wearing amulets, even if they are from the Qur’aan or from Hadiths is forbidden. This is because it was not reported from the Prophet sallAllaahu `alayhi wa sallam, for any means to attaining an end which is not reported from the Messenger sallAllaahu `alayhi wa sallam ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:16:11 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/wearing-amulets-is-forbidden-even-if-they-are-from-the-quran-t136.htm#141 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/wearing-amulets-is-forbidden-even-if-they-are-from-the-quran-t136.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-aqeedah-as-salafiyyah-being-spread-again-after-centuries-of-misguided-beliefs-t135.htm Ithar Indeed this (Saudi) state has great excellence by way of knowledge and the Scholars, for it has disseminated the knowledge of the Salaf both internally and externally (internationally) so ,jazaahumullaahu khair (may Allah reward them with all good). For if an individual were to examine the world today, he would not find those who serve knowledge the like of them. So the like of Africa where most of the people are Ashaa’irah Kulaabiyyah, and India where they are Hanafee Maatureediyyah, ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:14:32 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-aqeedah-as-salafiyyah-being-spread-again-after-centuries-of-misguided-beliefs-t135.htm#140 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-aqeedah-as-salafiyyah-being-spread-again-after-centuries-of-misguided-beliefs-t135.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/a-muslim-state-devoted-to-serving-islam-t134.htm Ithar
Shaykh Hammaad al-Ansaaree
Majmoo' fee Tarjumah Hammaad al-Ansaaree, volume 2, page 586
Translated by Aboo Haatim Muhammad Farooq]]> knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:13:22 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/a-muslim-state-devoted-to-serving-islam-t134.htm#139 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/a-muslim-state-devoted-to-serving-islam-t134.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/how-the-different-types-of-people-are-gathered-together-in-one-verse-t133.htm Ithar The different types of people are all gathered together in His saying The Most High: ((Call to the path of your Lord with wisdom and with fine admonition and argue with them in a way that is best)) (Sorah An-Nahl: 125) So the wisdom: is utilized with the Scholars and the Rulers. The fine admonition: is done with the general masses. The arguing in a way that is best: is done with the Kuffaar. Shaykh Hammaad al-Ansaaree Majmoo' fee Tarjumah Hammaad al-Ansaaree, volume 2, page 483 Translated ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:12:40 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/how-the-different-types-of-people-are-gathered-together-in-one-verse-t133.htm#138 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/how-the-different-types-of-people-are-gathered-together-in-one-verse-t133.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-early-sects-of-deviation-t132.htm Ithar So the companions radhiyallaahu ‘anhum were the least of people to fall into Fitan (trials) in comparison to those who came after them. For as time moved on from after the period of Prophethood – the splitting and differing increased. Therefore during the khilaafah of ‘Uthmaan no open innovation made itself manifest, but when he (‘Uthmaan) was killed, the people then split and there appeared two innovations that were at opposites of each other: - The innovation of the Khawaarij ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:11:54 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-early-sects-of-deviation-t132.htm#137 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-early-sects-of-deviation-t132.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/jews-christians-who-hear-of-the-prophet-yet-don-t-believe-t131.htm Ithar Question: It is established from the Prophet (Sallaallaahu ‘alaihi wa ‘alaa aalihi wa sallam) that he said: ((there is no man from amongst the Jews nor from amongst the Christians who hears of me and does not believe in me except that the fire has precedence over him)), so do we understand from this hadeeth that with the mere acquaintance and hearing that the person will not be excused or is the understanding of the evidence to coincide with that? Answer: That which is apparent ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:11:03 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/jews-christians-who-hear-of-the-prophet-yet-don-t-believe-t131.htm#136 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/jews-christians-who-hear-of-the-prophet-yet-don-t-believe-t131.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-companions-never-used-to-come-to-the-grave-of-the-prophet-sallalaahu-alaihi-wa-sallam-during-their-residency-in-al-madenah-t130.htm Ithar Question: The companions never used to come to the grave of the Prophet (Sallaallaahu ‘alaihi wa sallam) during their residency in Al-Madenah Answer: So they would not – if they were in Al-Madenah, visit his grave, and nor would they come to it – not for du’a or for other than it. Rather they would come to his Masjid, and for every prayer they would be in his Masjid, and other than his Masjid, and they would say: ‘As-salaamu ‘alaika ayyuhan Nabi wa rahmatullaahi wa ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:10:12 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-companions-never-used-to-come-to-the-grave-of-the-prophet-sallalaahu-alaihi-wa-sallam-during-their-residency-in-al-madenah-t130.htm#135 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-companions-never-used-to-come-to-the-grave-of-the-prophet-sallalaahu-alaihi-wa-sallam-during-their-residency-in-al-madenah-t130.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/calling-someone-particular-a-disbeliever-t129.htm Ithar Question: Is it allowed to declare a particular individual a disbeliever and did the Salaf declare a particular individual a disbeliever? Answer: Takfer of a particular individual who commits what would necessitate kufr due to it – by either going against clear proofs or making something haram into something halal, then there is nothing wrong in making takfeer of him – but with the condition, as has preceded that he commits what would necessitate kufr due to it, otherwise it ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:08:53 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/calling-someone-particular-a-disbeliever-t129.htm#134 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/calling-someone-particular-a-disbeliever-t129.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-meaning-of-iman-in-allah-t128.htm Ithar Question: What is the meaning of iman in Allah? Answer: It is to have firm faith, from the bottom of one’s heart in the existence of Allah, the Most High, who has never been preceded by anyone and who will not be followed by anyone (since He is Eternal, Ever Living). He is the First, there is nothing before Him, and He is the Last, there is nothing after Him (since He is Eternal, Ever Living), He is the Most High, there is nothing above Him, He is the hidden there is nothing ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:07:23 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-meaning-of-iman-in-allah-t128.htm#133 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-meaning-of-iman-in-allah-t128.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/it-is-not-permissible-to-describe-a-dead-person-as-the-forgiven-or-upon-whom-is-mercy-t127.htm Ithar All praise is due to Allah and may peace and blessings of Allah be upon His servant and His Messenger, Muhammad and upon all his family and Companions. As for what follows: Many announcements have appeared in the newspapers concerning the deaths of some people, as have the notices of bereavements placed by relatives of the dead, describing the dead therein as ‘forgiven’ or saying ‘upon whom is mercy’, or such like sayings, indicating that he is one of the inhabitants of Paradise. ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:06:40 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/it-is-not-permissible-to-describe-a-dead-person-as-the-forgiven-or-upon-whom-is-mercy-t127.htm#132 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/it-is-not-permissible-to-describe-a-dead-person-as-the-forgiven-or-upon-whom-is-mercy-t127.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/does-buddhism-possess-a-scripture-t126.htm Ithar Question: Does Buddhism Possess a Scripture? Answer: We are not aware of any revealed book in their possession; and the ruling on them is that of idol worshippers, and should any of them enter the religion of the Jews, the Christians or the Magians, then the ruling on him is that of the religion to which he has transfered. And Allah is the Granter (of success). Permanent Committee for Research and Verdicts Fatawa Islamiyah, vol.1, p.330, DARUSSALAM knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:04:41 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/does-buddhism-possess-a-scripture-t126.htm#131 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/does-buddhism-possess-a-scripture-t126.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-deviant-sects-falling-into-extremes-in-issues-of-aqeedah-t125.htm Ithar The people of innovation fall into the likes of what follows: The Mu’attilah and the Mumathilah; The Mumathilah are two groups; The Hulooliyyah and the Karaamiyyah; The Hulooliyyah: do so (tamtheel) in Allaahs Dhaat (Essence) The Karaamiyyah: do so in the Names and Attributes So from the sects of the people of innovation are: the Jabariyyah and the Qadariyyah, and the Khawaarij and the Mu’tazilah and the Murji’ah and the Rawaafidh and the Jahmiyyah and the Ash’ariyyah. It ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:03:35 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-deviant-sects-falling-into-extremes-in-issues-of-aqeedah-t125.htm#130 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-deviant-sects-falling-into-extremes-in-issues-of-aqeedah-t125.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-knowledge-of-hadeeth-in-the-eleventh-and-twelfth-centuries-t124.htm Ithar
Shaykh Hammaad al-Ansaaree
Al-Majmoo' fee tarjumah Hamaad Al-Ansaaree volume 2 page 755.
Translated by Aboo Haatim Muhammad Farooq]]> knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:02:56 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-knowledge-of-hadeeth-in-the-eleventh-and-twelfth-centuries-t124.htm#129 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-knowledge-of-hadeeth-in-the-eleventh-and-twelfth-centuries-t124.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-aqeedah-of-ibn-abil-izz-t123.htm Ithar
Shaykh Hammaad al-Ansaaree
Al-Majmoo' fee tarjumah Hamaad Al-Ansaaree volume 2 page 751.
Translated by Aboo Haatim Muhammad Farooq]]> knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:02:28 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-aqeedah-of-ibn-abil-izz-t123.htm#128 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-aqeedah-of-ibn-abil-izz-t123.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-difference-between-the-wine-and-alcohol-of-this-world-and-that-of-the-next-t122.htm Ithar Question: We all know that alcohol is forbidden for us in this world and that it intoxicates and causes confusions, which is why it is filthy, why drinking it is from the acts of Shaytan, and why – as the Messenger of Allah Salallaahu alayhi wa sallam informed us – it is the mother of evil deeds. Noble Shaykh, my question is this: Why is alcohol forbidden in this life and permitted in the next? Answer: The wine of the Hereafter is pure; it neither intoxicates nor harms. It ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:01:47 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-difference-between-the-wine-and-alcohol-of-this-world-and-that-of-the-next-t122.htm#127 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-difference-between-the-wine-and-alcohol-of-this-world-and-that-of-the-next-t122.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-importance-of-aqedah-for-the-muslim-t121.htm Ithar Question: There is (one) here who is lax concerning the importance of aqedah (creed) and he is of the opinion that eman (faith) is sufficient (for him). Do you have any clarification concerning the importance of aqedah for the Muslim and how it reflects on his life, on his relationship with the (Muslim) society (as a whole) and with the non-Muslims? Answer: In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Bestower of Mercy. All praise is due to Allah, the Lord of the all that exists. ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:00:50 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-importance-of-aqedah-for-the-muslim-t121.htm#126 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-importance-of-aqedah-for-the-muslim-t121.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/ruling-regarding-the-one-who-becomes-angry-when-an-affliction-befalls-him-t120.htm Ithar Question: What is the ruling regarding the one who becomes angry when an affliction befalls him? Answer: People are upon 4 levels regarding the circumstances of affliction: The First Level: Being angry, and this is in various ways: The first type: That the anger is by the heart as if he is angry at his Lord. So he becomes angry with what Allah has decreed for him, and this (level) is haram. And it is possible that this could lead to kufr (disbelief). Allah said: ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:58:55 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/ruling-regarding-the-one-who-becomes-angry-when-an-affliction-befalls-him-t120.htm#125 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/ruling-regarding-the-one-who-becomes-angry-when-an-affliction-befalls-him-t120.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/on-the-variation-of-iman-from-one-person-to-another-t119.htm Ithar Question: What is the proof that Iman varies from one person to another? Answer: Allah, the Most High, said, “And those foremost in the life of this world will be foremost (in Paradise). These will be the nearest (to Allah).” (al-Waaqiah: 10-11) Allah, the Most High, said, “Then, if he (the dying person) be of the Muqarrabun (those brought near to Allah), (there is for him) rest and provision, and a Garden of Delights. And if he (the dying person) be of those ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:57:26 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/on-the-variation-of-iman-from-one-person-to-another-t119.htm#124 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/on-the-variation-of-iman-from-one-person-to-another-t119.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/what-is-iman-t118.htm Ithar
What is Iman?

Answer:

Iman is both speech and action. Speech of the heart and tongue and actions of the heart, tongue and limbs. It increases with obedience and decreases with disobedience and the people differ according to their level and strength of Iman.

al-Haafidh al-Hakamee
A‘laam As-Sunnah Al-Manshoorah li I’tiqaad At-Taaifah An-Naajiyah Al-Mansoorah
Translated by Abul-Irbaad Abid Zargar]]> knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:56:02 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/what-is-iman-t118.htm#123 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/what-is-iman-t118.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-meaning-of-the-testification-that-muhammad-is-the-messenger-t117.htm Ithar Question: What is the meaning of the testification that Muhammad (sallallaahu alaihi wasallam) is the Messenger of Allah? Answer: It is to have firm affirmation from the bottom of one’s heart, together in conformity with speech upon the tongue, that Muhammad is His slave and Messenger to all of mankind and the jinn, “…as witness, and a bearer of glad tidings, and a warner. And as one who invites to Allah by His Leave, and as a lamp spreading light.” (al-Ahzaab: 45,46) So ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:55:25 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-meaning-of-the-testification-that-muhammad-is-the-messenger-t117.htm#122 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/the-meaning-of-the-testification-that-muhammad-is-the-messenger-t117.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/can-people-make-shirk-in-the-messengership-of-the-prophet-sallallaahu-alaihi-wasallam-t116.htm Ithar Question: Can people make in the Messengership of the Prophet (sallallaahu ‘alaihi-wasallam) shirk, please explain? Answer: Answer : The shaikh said concerning this issue many times we find that many of the people making shirk concerning the angels of Allah (subhanna wa ta ala)or the awliyyah or the righteous people. The reason they do that is because these angels are in an exulted station in the hearts of the people. So the ignorant people, what they do is they take these ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:54:25 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/can-people-make-shirk-in-the-messengership-of-the-prophet-sallallaahu-alaihi-wasallam-t116.htm#121 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/can-people-make-shirk-in-the-messengership-of-the-prophet-sallallaahu-alaihi-wasallam-t116.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/can-committing-shirk-be-forgiven-t115.htm Ithar Question: After Allah (subhaanahu wa ta`aalaa) has said that He will forgive any sin other than shirk then how is a person to obtain forgiveness for this great sin? Answer: Allah (subhaanahu wa ta`ala) said, “Allah does not forgive that you make shirk with Him but he forgives everything other than that to whomever he chooses.” [4:48] If the person falls into this sin of shirk, then he is a kafir and he has to come back into Islam for a second time, and he has to make tawbah ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:49:35 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/can-committing-shirk-be-forgiven-t115.htm#120 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/can-committing-shirk-be-forgiven-t115.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/does-commiting-shirk-out-of-ignorance-take-one-out-of-islam-t114.htm Ithar Question: The greatest shirk can take you out of the fold of Islam but what if due to ignorance this is all that you know to be Islam? Answer: He said concerning the person who commits shirk al akbar based upon ignorance or because of it the person falls into this we have to look at what it is that he committed. We have to look at the crime he committed. He said if we find this shirk al akbar that he fell into and that he committed are from the things that are clear and apparent ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:47:10 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/does-commiting-shirk-out-of-ignorance-take-one-out-of-islam-t114.htm#119 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/does-commiting-shirk-out-of-ignorance-take-one-out-of-islam-t114.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/when-is-a-deed-an-act-of-worship-t113.htm Ithar Question: When is a deed an act of worship? Answer: If two aspects are present: perfect love (for Allah) combined with perfect humility (to Him). Allah, the Most High, says: “But those who believe, love Allah more (than anything else)” (al-Baqarah: 165) And He, the Most High, said: “Verily those who live in awe for fear of their Lord” (al-Mu'minun: 57) Allaah, the Most High, gathered these two aspects in His saying: “Verily, they used to hasten ... knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:43:03 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/when-is-a-deed-an-act-of-worship-t113.htm#118 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/when-is-a-deed-an-act-of-worship-t113.htm http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/what-is-worship-ibaadah-t112.htm Ithar
What is worship (Ibaadah)?

Answer:

Worship is a comprehensive word for all that Allah loves and is pleased with from speech and actions, inwardly and outwardly; and freedom from all that which negates or contradicts this.

al-Haafidh al-Hakamee
A‘laam As-Sunnah Al-Manshoorah li I’tiqaad At-Taaifah An-Naajiyah Al-Mansoorah
Translated by Abul-Irbaad Abid Zargar]]> knowledge Sat, 03 Jan 2009 12:42:11 GMT http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/what-is-worship-ibaadah-t112.htm#117 http://iloveniqab.heavenforum.com/knowledge-f7/what-is-worship-ibaadah-t112.htm