Ihyaaud Deen An Effort to Revive Deen in Totality
6. Not Being Hasty in Issuing Fatwas The sixth quality of the true Ulama who are concerned about the Aakhirah is that they are not hasty in issuing fatwas (Islamic rulings) and are very careful in explaining the masaa’il of deen (and giving advice on Islamic matters). As far as …
November, 2024
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12 November
The Twelve Qualities of the True Ulama – Fifth Quality – Fazaail Sadaqaat – Taleem Series – Part Fifteen
5. Avoiding the Company of the Kings and Rulers The fifth quality of the true Ulama who are concerned about the Aakhirah is that they keep away from the company of the kings and rulers. They do not mix with them unless they have to. Rather, the Ulama should avoid …
October, 2024
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26 October
The Twelve Qualities of the True Ulama – Fourth Quality – Disinterest in the Dunya (Part Three) – Fazaail Sadaqaat – Taleem Series – Part Fourteen
The Twelve Qualities of the True Ulama – Fourth Quality (Part Three) 4. Disinterest in the Dunya Yahya bin Yazid Nawfali (rahimahullah) once wrote a letter to Imaam Maalik (rahimahullah). In the letter, he first praised Allah Ta‘ala and sent durood upon Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam), and then he mentioned …
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22 October
The Twelve Qualities of the True Ulama – Fourth Quality – Disinterest in the Dunya (Part Two) – Fazaail Sadaqaat – Taleem Series – Part Thirteen
(Continuing with the incident of Hazrat Haatim [rahimahullah]) After advising Qadhi Muhammed bin Muqaatil (rahimahullah) regarding his luxurious lifestyle, Hazrat Haatim (rahimahullah) had heard of an Aalim known as Tanaafisi, living in the city of Qazween, who was leading an even more luxurious life. Hence, he set out from Rayy …
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15 October
The Twelve Qualities of the True Ulama – Fourth Quality (Part One) – Fazaail Sadaqaat – Taleem Series – Part Twelve
4. Not Being Inclined and Interested in the Dunya The fourth distinguishing quality of the true Ulama is that they are not found to be interested and concerned about beautiful clothing or delicious foods. Rather, the true Alim is the one who exercises moderation in these matters and follows the …
September, 2024
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10 September
The Twelve Qualities of the True Ulama – Third Quality (Part Four) – Fazaail Sadaqaat – Taleem Series – Part Eleven
(Continuing with the eight lessons which Hazrat Haatim Asamm [rahimahullah] learnt in the company of his Sheikh, Hazrat Shaqeeq Balkhi [rahimahullah]) (g) Relying Upon Allah Ta‘ala Alone for Sustenance Hazrat Haatim (rahimahullah) mentioned, “I have observed that people struggle hard to earn a livelihood. In the pursuit of earning a …
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7 September
The Twelve Qualities of the True Ulama – Third Quality – Fazaail Sadaqaat – Taleem Series – Part Ten
(Continuing with the eight lessons which Hazrat Haatim Asamm [rahimahullah] learnt in the company of his Sheikh, Hazrat Shaqeeq Balkhi [rahimahullah]) (e) Not Harbouring Jealousy for Any Person Hazrat Haatim (rahimahullah) said, “I have seen that people criticize others, find fault with them and insult them. The cause of all …
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3 September
The Twelve Qualities of the True Ulama – Third Quality – Fazaail Sadaqaat – Taleem Series – Part Nine
(Continuing with the eight lessons which Hazrat Haatim Asamm [rahimahullah] learnt in the company of his Sheikh, Hazrat Shaqeeq Balkhi [rahimahullah]) (c) Third Lesson – Investing in the Aakhirah through Sadaqah Hazrat Haatim (rahimahullah) said, “I see in the world that things which are precious and beloved to people are …
August, 2024
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27 August
The Twelve Qualities of the True Ulama – Third Quality (Part One) – Fazaail Sadaqaat – Taleem Series – Part Eight
3. Being Engaged in Acquiring Beneficial Knowledge, and Refraining from Knowledge which has no Benefit The third sign of a true Alim is that he is always engaged in acquiring such knowledge that is beneficial for the Hereafter and motivates him to perform good deeds. He refrains from acquiring such …
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17 August
The Twelve Qualities of the True Ulama – Second Quality – Fazaail Sadaqaat – Taleem Series – Part Seven
2. Practising on One’s Knowledge The second distinguishing characteristic of a true Alim is that there should be no contradiction between his knowledge and his actions. (Rather, he should practise what he preaches to others.) It should not be that he commands others with righteousness, but does not practice on …