Seerah

March, 2018

• 20 March

  The Forefathers of Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) – Part Eight

  

  ‘Abdullah Hafiz ‘Asqalaani (rahimahullah) says that the name of the father of Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) was ‘Abdullah. He has also mentioned that there is no difference of opinion regarding this fact. The name ‘Abdullah is one of the names which is most beloved to Allah Ta‘ala, as a Hadith …
• 20 March

  The Supremacy of the Arabs – Part Three

  

  (The qualities in which the Arabs enjoyed supremacy over other nations – continued) 6. Eloquence of Language and Expression: No other language can parallel the Arabic language in eloquence and expression. In fact, no other language can justifiably claim to possess books specifically compiled on ‘Ilm-ul-Balaaghah (the science of eloquence …
• 18 March

  The Supremacy of the Arabs – Part Two

  

  (The qualities in which the Arabs enjoyed supremacy over other nations – continued) 2. Valor and Heroism: The extent of their valor was such that whilst the Romans or Persians reduced the rest of the world to subjugation or slavery, the Arabs, in spite of their modest material possessions, were …
• 15 March

  The Supremacy of the Arabs – Part One

  

  Hazrat Waasilah bin Asqa’ (radhiyallahu ‘anhu) reports that Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) said, “Allah Ta’ala preferred Banu Kinaanah from the children of Hazrat Ismaa‘eel (‘alaihis salaam), and from Banu Kinaanah, He chose the Quraish, and from the Quraish He favoured Banu Haashim, and from the Banu Haashim, He chose me.” …
• 15 March

  The Signs of Nubuwwah become Apparent

  

  ‘Abdul Muttalib’s condition differed greatly from the condition of the other Arabs at large. He would strongly prevent his children from any form of injustice and immorality. He would encourage them to adopt good character and shun evil behaviour. ‘Abdul Muttalib would enjoin the people to fulfil all vows and …
• 15 March

  Ibnuz Zabeehain

  

  Hazrat Ibn ‘Abbaas (radhiyallahu ‘anhuma) says that the blood money paid to a murdered victim’s family initially comprised of ten camels. Amongst the Quraish and other Arabs, ‘Abdul Muttalib initiated the tradition of paying one hundred camels instead of the customary ten camels as blood money. Rasulullah (sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam) …
• 13 March

  ‘Abdul Muttalib Draws Lots

  

  ‘Abdul Muttalib drew lots for all his sons and the name of ‘Abdullah, his most beloved son, came up in the draw. He grasped ‘Abdullah’s hand and proceeded with a knife towards the sacrificial quarters. When ‘Abdullah’s sisters witnessed this distressing sight, they were moved to weeping in anguish. One …
• 13 March

  ‘Abdul Muttalib’s Vow

  

  While digging through the earth to excavate the well of Zam Zam, ‘Abdul Muttalib had nobody to assist him besides his only son, Haarith. He therefore took an oath that if Allah Ta‘ala blessed him with ten sons, who would grow up to be his helping hands; he would slaughter …
• 13 March

  ‘Abdul Muttalib Restores the Well of Zam Zam

  

  ‘Abdul Muttalib informed the Quraish of his dream and informed them of his decision to dig up a certain point of the Haram. The Quraish opposed him but their resistance and opposition did not concern him. Carrying his pick and shovel, he set out with his son, Haarith, and commenced …
• 12 March

  The Dream of ‘Abdul Muttalib

  

  When the rule of Makkah Mukarramah fell onto the shoulders of ‘Abdul Muttalib and the divine will of Allah Ta’ala decreed that the well which had been totally forgotten should now be rediscovered, He directed ‘Abdul Muttalib, by means of pious dreams, to dig up the area of the well. …