Power and Benefits of Istaghfar (Asking Forgiveness)

Many of us forget the importance of a simple but very power full Dua. It is a best Dua and we should ask from Allah all the time for forgiveness. This Dua has so much importance in itself. There are so much importance and benefits of Istagfar (asking forgiveness).

·         To receive forgiveness

The most important benefit of Istaghfar is as a result we receive forgiveness for our all the sins and the bad deeds which we commits. But here the condition is that ask forgiveness whole heartedly. Beg for the mercy and forgiveness from Allah before time is up.

·         Make the strong relationship with Islam

The difference involving someone who's going to be a legitimate believer and the one who is merely a Muslim might be well-defined by simply reciting Astaghfirullah. For the reason that the Astaghfirullah must be recited while talking to many people and it is something that a false or a fake Muslim can have distress carrying out. Moreover, regularly reciting Astaghfirullah in addition reinforces Islamic bonds and tends to make the followers of Islam more inclined to follow along with Allah.

·        A gateway toward happiness and relief

To ask forgiveness is a gateway toward happiness and relief. When we feel or face the situation of stress we should recite as much Istaghfar as possible. As a result you will face the peaceful and happy situation. It is narrated by Hazrat Ibn E Abbas that Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) Said that:-

“If anyone constantly seeks pardon (from Allah), Allah will appoint for him a way out of every distress and a relief from every anxiety, and will provide sustenance for him from where he expects not”.

·        The secret of success

It is the secret toward success. The people who ask forgiveness from Allah Almighty get success in this world and in the next world too. In Surah E Nooh it is said that:-

“I said, “Seek forgiveness of your Lord. Surely, he is ever forgiving. He will set loose the heaven upon you in torrents. He will extend you with wealth and sons. He will make for you gardens and will make for you rivers.”

 At another place it is narrated by Hazrat Abdullah Ibn E Abbass that Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) said that:-

“The one who (regularly) says Istighfaar, that is, frequently repent to Allah Ta’aala for sins committed, Allah Azza Wa-Jal will open a path from poverty and difficulties. All sorrow and hardship will be removed, and in its place prosperity and contentment granted. One will receive sustenance from unimagined and unexpected sources.”

We should ask forgiveness in every moment of our life. Ask forgiveness before the time is up. O’ Allah we know that we are the sinners but you are the most merciful, One drop of your mercy can remove our all the sins. May Allah forgive us otherwise we will be destroyed in this world and the world hereafter (Ameen).

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Miracles which took place during the life of Holy Prophet (PBUH)

Before fourteen hundred years ago on 12^th Rabi Ul Awal Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) was born in Macca, Saudi Arabia. He was born as orphan and when he was 6 years old his mother also passed away. Before and at the time of the birth of Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) certain miracles took place.  During the life of HAZRAT Mohammad (PBUH) certain miracles happened too. 

      1.     The biggest and authentic miracle:- Quran E Hakeem

Quran E Hakeem is the biggest and authentic miracle. It is a great book which revealed on Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH). This book is having such a beautiful language and style that no human being can right even a verse like its verses. The best Arab scholars tried to write such type of book but they could not write even a single verse in contemporary of the verses of Quran E Hakeem.

     2.     Moon splitting miracle

Before migrating toward Madina this miracle occurred with the permission of Allah Almighty when polytheists demands for it. Some Quraish polytheists said to Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) that:-

“If you truly are a Prophet that has been appointed by Allah, then split the moon in half. Let it be in such a way that one half will appear over the Mount Abu Qubais and the other half will be seen over Mount Quayqian.”

The reply of Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) was:-

“If I do it, will you become Muslims?

At this statement the reply of Polytheists was:-

 “Yes, we will.

Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) wanted to show this miracle so He prayed for this and Allah Almighty Fulfilled His desire. Allah Almighty split the moon in two halves and then rejoined them. In Quran E Hakeem this incident is mentioned in this way that:-

“The Hour has drawn nigh2and the moon has split. Yet when they see a sign, they turn away and say, ‘A continuing magic.”

     3.     Miracle of Miraj

This miracle happened in the twelfth month of prophet hood 27^th rajab. Upon the call of Allah and guided by Hazrat Gebrail (AS) He (PBUH) went to Masjid E Aqsa from Makkah and from there he went to the sky. In Surah E AL-Isra and Surah E Najam it is stated that:-

“Glory to (Allah) Who did take His Servant for Journey by night from the Sacred Mosque to the Farthest Mosque whose precincts We did bless― in order that We might show him some of Our Signs: for He is the one Who heareth and seeth (all things).”

     4.     The miracle of increase in food

Before Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) there was the absence of food but during the life of Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) there was increase in food. On more than one occasion the Prophet Muhammad (Sallallaho Alaihe Wa’Sallam) blessed food by either praying or touching it so all present could get their fill. This happened at many times when the food & water shortage afflicted Muslims.

     5.     Miracle of healing the sick

Abdullah ibn Atiq (Radi Allahu Anhu) broke his leg & Prophet Muhammad (Sallallaho Alaihi Wa Sallam) healed it by wiping his hand over it. Abdullah said it was as if nothing had happened to it! The person who witnessed the miracle was another companion, Bara ibn Azib (Radi Allahu Anhu).

Another incident is also the prove of this miracle

“During the expedition of Khyber, Prophet Muhammad (Sallallaho Alaihe Wa’Sallam) healed the painful eyes of Ali ibn Abi Talib (Radi Allahu Anhu) in front of a whole Army.”

      6.     Miracle upon the prayers of Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH)

The belief that prayers in the Noble Messenger (PBUH) intended for rain were always accepted may be transmitted by means of authorities connected with Hadith, mostly Bukhari in addition to Muslim. There have been times when inside pulpit he / she raised his / her hands to pray intended for rain, and before he'd lowered them even, rain begun to fall.

Subhan Allah! May Allah grant us all the true love and respect for Nabi-e-Karim (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam)!

Poisons of the Heart: Causes and It Islamic Cures

Heart is the most important part of the body and the whole body depends on heart so it is very important to save the heart from all type of diseases. We should be careful about the physical as well as spiritual health of the heart. All the sins which we commit poison the heart and make it ill and destructed. Here are certain poison of the heart, their causes and cure.

     1.     Unnecessary talking

It is narrated by Hazrat Anas that Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) said:-

“The faith of a servant is not put right until his heart is put right, and his heart is not put right until his tongue is put right.”

The above given Hadith shows that if a person want to purify his faith his heart must be pure and if a person want to purify his heart the purification of the tongue is important.

At another place it is narrated by Ibn E Umer that:-

"Do not talk excessively without remembering Allah, because such excessive talk without the mention of Allah causes the heart to harden, and the person furthest from Allah is a person with a hard heart."

 At another place it is mentioned that:-

“The Prophet said, "Shall I not tell you how to control all that?" I said, "Yes do, O Messenger of Allah." So he held his tongue between his fingers, and then he said: "Restrain this." I said, "O Prophet of Allah, are we accountable for what we say?" He said, "May your mother be bereft by your loss! Is there anything “more than the harvest of the tongues that throws people on their faces (or he said "on their noses") into the Fire?"

Here is the least harmful from the tongue's problems. There tend to be far more painful things, like backbiting, gossiping, obscene as well as misleading communicate, two-faced as well as hypocritical communicate, showing off of, quarreling, bickering, vocal range, lying, mockery, derision as well as falsehood; and there are numerous more faults which can affect the servant's tongue, ruining his heart as well as causing him to forfeit both his happiness as well as pleasure within this life, and his success as well as profit within the next life. Allah could be the One to help whom all of us turn regarding assistance.

     

     2.     Unrestrained Glances

It is said by Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) that:-

"The glance is a poisoned arrow of shaytaan. Whoever lowers his gaze for Allah, He will bestow upon him a refreshing sweetness which he will find in his heart on the day that he meets Him.”

The particular unrestrained glance ends in the one who looks becoming fascinated by what he sees, and inside the imprinting of your image connected with what he sees throughout his cardiovascular system. This could lead to several forms of corruption inside the heart with the servant.

In Quran E Hakeem it is said that:-

“And patiently bear your person with those who call upon their Lord Morning and evening, seeking His countenance. And let not your eyes stray beyond them in search of the glitter of the life of this world. Further, obey not him whose heart we have made heedless to our remembrance, so that he follows his base desires and whose affair is ever in excess.”

Enabling the gaze run loose also makes the center blind to help distinguishing concerning truth and falsehood, between the Sunnah and innovation; whilst lowering the idea for Allah, the actual Might and Exalted, allows it any penetrating, genuine and distinguishing insight.

     3.     Too much Food

It is said by Hazrat Ayesha (RA) that:-

"From the time of their arrival in Madina up until his death saw, the family of Muhammad (PBUH) never ate their fill of bread made from wheat three nights in a row.”

Extreme eating induces many sorts of harm. It makes the body incline to disobedience in order to Allah in addition to makes praise and obedience seem laborious- these kinds of evils are generally bad plenty of in on their own. A complete stomach in addition to excessive having has brought about many a wrong action in addition to inhibit very much worship. Whoever safeguards resistant to the evils connected with overfilling their stomach provides prevented wonderful evil. It is easier for shaytan to manage a person who has filled his belly with refreshments.

     4.     To keep bad company

It is said by Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) that:-

“The example of a good companion (who sits with you) in comparison with a bad one, is I like that of the musk seller and the blacksmith’s bellows (or furnace); from the first you would either buy musk or enjoy its good smell while the bellows would either burn your clothes or your house, or you get a bad nasty smell thereof.”

So we should always try to have the company of good people.

May Allah show us the right way and keep our hearts save from these poisons! (Amen)

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Physical Benefits of Offering Salah

The building of Islam is standing on five pillars. Salah is one of the most important pillars. It is the distinctive quality of the Muslims. This worship differentiates Muslims from non Muslims. It is the obligation upon every Muslim to perform Salah five times a day.  There are many spiritual benefits of offering salah. It brings Muslim close to Allah Almighty. By offering Salah Muslims will get the reward in this world and also in the next world too.

Along with spiritual benefits there are a lot of physical benefits too.

      1.     It Improves The Body Posture

      Some people have improper body posture and they try to find the treatment to get rid from this improper body posture. There are certain reasons behind this improper body posture. This can be because of the kind of work he/she is doing or can be because of the way a person walks.  The way a Muslim stands for namaz is a best exercise to improve the body posture. While standing feet remain apart, the person stands in a straight position and back bone remains straight. So in this way Salah gives physical benefits.

     2.     It Stretches The Body

While offering salah there is a state of Raku. In this state we bend to the knees and our back and hands remain straight. In this posture our body stretches.  The flow of the blood toward the upper part of the body improves.

     3.     It Controls The Belly Fat

Many people face the issue of belly fat and search for exercises to control their belly fat. Salah is a best exercise to control the body fat.  When go for sajdah it helps us to increase the belly fat. The pressure is being put on abdominal muscle during sajda so it’s a best exercise for those who want slim abs.

     4.     It Improves The Digesting System

In the state of Tashhud men sit with their right foot curled and women sit with both feet sole up under their bodies. This position improves the digesting system. This state improves the liver function of men and the stomach function of women.

     5.     Cleanliness

When a person offers Salah he/she must be in the state of cleanliness. Wadu is being performed by every Muslim before offering prayer. So it helps to clean the outer surface of our body. So wadu is a best action to keep our skin clean. While staying clean a person feel healthy, light and lively.

So these physical benefits of Salah prove this thing that it is a complete exercise which keeps us healthy and fit.  May Allah help us and make the habit of us to offer Salah regularly (amen).

Tips for Muslim Youth to Live an Ideal Life

Islam is not about to prepare ourselves for the next world but it’s a complete code of life for this world too.  Today’s youth is forgetting the principles of Islam so there is need of to revise those lessons which Islam has delivered to us. Here are some tips for Muslim youth which Muslim youth must follow.

     1.     Keep your intention sincere

Whatever we do should do for the sake of Allah Almighty. We should try to indulge our self for spreading Islam. Sincere intention is a characteristic of an ideal Muslim. So whatever we do, study or work should do sincerely. We should keep in mind that if nobody is around Allah is still here. We should spend as more effort as we can to complete the work. In young age we have much strength so we should utilize this strength for the right purpose.

     2.     Try to do as much worship as you can

Many youngsters think that they are young and they have a lot of time to worship. They leave worship for the old age. But think for a moment that do you know what the time of your death is? May be the next moment will be the time of your death. So try to do as much worship as you can. We have much power and strength in young age and we can do worship more actively so utilize this strength.

     3.     Lower your gaze

Try to lower your gaze because it is a characteristic of n ideal man and women.

     4.     Kill the time by remembering Allah Almighty

Much time we get bored when we have nothing to do. Today’s young Muslim spends a lot time to watch a movie or to chat on internet which is wrong strategy. If you want to kill the time just join an Islamic class or listen the lectures of Islamic scholars. This action of yours will give refreshment to your Imaan and you will feel satisfaction. Your heart will be purified.

     5.     Do the Dhikar of  “Astighfaar”

Try to do the Dhikar of Astighfaar as much as you can because it opens the door toward goodness and makes the matters easy.

Youth is a prime time of our youth so it is a very precious time. Allah has prepared a shade on the Day of Judgment for those people who used to worship Allah in their youth. On that Day, there will be no other shade except the shade from the throne of Allah. Imagine standing outside on a very hot day under the sun for hours after hours. You would definitely want some shadow to rest under. But what about that Day when the sun will be much nearer to us and the heat will be much more extreme. Wouldn’t you want some shade on that day? Of course you would! So be aware your duties and try to become an ideal Muslim youngster.  May Allah help us to walk on that way which leads us toward Jannah. (Amen).

What does Islam say about justice?

Islam is a complete code of life. It tells us about each and every thing which can establish an ideal and perfect society. It is one of the important pillars of Islamic society. Before discussing justice in dept we should clearly know about the meaning of justice.

Meaning of justice

The exact meaning of justice is to place things on their rightful place. It is a moral virtue. It is an attribute of human personality.

Importance of justice

Justice is one of the important pillars to maintain natural and social order.  In Quran E Hakeem it is said that justice is a supreme virtue. Basically it is a basic objective of Islam. Allah Almighty has declared in Quran E Hakeem about justice that:-

“Verily, Allah enjoins justice, good-doing, and giving to kin. And He forbids the indecent, evil and rebellion. He admonishes you that perhaps you will be mindful.”

At another place it is said that:-

“Believers! Stand out firmly for Allah, bearing testimony to justice and let not the detestation of a people lead you to injustice. Be just. That is nearer to taqwa. Fear Allah. Verily, Allah is Aware of what you do.”

The main purpose of sending Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) in this world was actually to establish justice in an injustice society. In Quran E Hakeem it is said that:-

“We surely sent Our messengers with clear signs and sent down with them the Book and the balance so that the people may establish justice. And We sent down iron wherein is great military might, and (other) benefits for the people, so that Allah may know who helps Him and His Messengers56 in the Unseen. Surely, Allah is Strong, Mighty”.

In this verse the word messengers show that the main purpose of sending all the prophets was to establish justice in society

Reasons of injustice

. We are living in an Islamic society but we are facing injustice. There are many reasons behind this injustice. There are many reasons behind this injustice.

1.      Ignorance

Ignorance is one of the reasons of injustice. When a person does not know exactly that what is the exact matter it gives the result as injustice.

2.      Fear

Fear is another reason of injustice. When a person feels fear from opposite force he could not speak truth.

3.      Meanness

Meanness is another reason of injustice. They feel pleasure when they see people disturbed and depressed.

4.      No check and balance from the Government

When there is no check and balance from the Government citizens face the problem of injustice.

     So justice is basic principle of Islam. This virtue has its roots in Allah Almighty Himself. Allah Almighty has warned His believers that if they want to receive mercy from Him then they should show mercy to their fellows. It is said by Holy Prophet (PBUH) that:-

“God gives a reward for gentleness which He will never give for harshness”.

We are facing many problems and many of these problems are because of the lack of justice. Today’s world has the need of social justice.

The Arrival of Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) Stands For Mercy to the World

Before fourteen hundred years ago on 12^th Rabi Ul Awal Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) was born in Macca, Saudi Arabia. He was born as orphan and when he was 6 years old his mother also passed away. When he was forty years old he received the first revelation. The arrival of Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) stands for mercy to the world. Below given discussion describes that how this arrival was as mercy for the world.

·         The arrival of Enlightenment in darkness

Before the arrival of Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) was enlightenment for the world. Before this arrival the world was in darkness. In the entire world there was the rule of aggression and brutality. People were having no knowledge and they were living life as they were not humans. After the arrival of Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) in the form of Islam the message of truth came in this world. Because of this enlightenment people came to know that what is right and what is wrong.

·        The message of oneness of Allah was spread

Before the arrival of Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) people were used to worship different Gods. They were having their own Gods and goddesses. Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) brought the message of oneness of Allah Almighty. He preached that that whatever happens in this world is in the control of Allah Almighty.  In His whole life he tried his best to spread this message.

·        An ideal character for whole world

Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) was having perfect character. That character was ideal and is ideal for today’s world too. The height associated with His moral values was such that even the opposes as well as enemies would vouch for His character and its particular sublimity. Before Him there were lack associated with ethics all around and folks would complete whatever many people deemed fit and also to their advantage. They might burn your daughters still living, adultery as well as fornication was not a vice the ones would care less with regard to what others experienced and would continue on going for their personal attain and advantage. In living of Muhammad (PBUH) it's possible to see your perfection associated with character as well as embodiment associated with ethics. He performed the many roles associated with life a person could perform and that too so that the life shines as an example for those who want to improve their particular character. Hence, without your arrival associated with Muhammad (PBUH) the entire world would still have zero ideal with regard to ethics as well as character the ones would possibly be living any life where there is no care or maybe morality.

·        Quran E Hakeem

The greatest purpose for which the life of Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) stood for was Quran E Hakeem. This book is the doctrine of Islam. It is the most comprehensive and complete book of this world. To spread the message of Allah through this book was the basic purpose of the arrival of Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) in this world. This book is a complete guide to live a successful life and it is revealed on Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH).

In conclusion we can say that Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) stands for mercy to the world. He gave a new life to the world. Before his arrival the world was in the deep valley of darkness. He brought light in this world. Rabbi Ul Awal is a month in which Allah Almighty sent his greatest blessing in this world. As a muslim it is not enough to celebrate Rabi Ul Awal only. We should understand the teaching of Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) and should follow these teachings. To say with tongue that we love Hazrat Mohammad (PBUH) is not enough but the basic thing is to show this love with our actions. May Allah give us power to follow the Sunnah and to become a devoted Ummati (Amen)!

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Water Dream Interpretation

In the deep valley of sleep we travel every day. In this valley we see different things and happening different incidents. The incidents which we practice during sleep are called dream. In our life we see different dreams. Some dreams are just meaningless but some dreams have the reality. That’s why we try to find out the interpretation of different dreams. Many times we see water in dream. Sometime we see rain and some time we see running water.

• ·         When a person sees water in dream it means that he will live happy life and will gain money and prosperity in future. It is the symbol of marriage too.
• ·         When a person sees pure water in dream it symbolizes that he will attain social justice and peace.
• ·         When a person sees in dream that he is chewing the water in dream it symbolizes that he will face hardship in life.
• ·         When a person drinks a glass of water in dream it symbolizes that the person will be protected from enemy.
• ·         When a person sees in dream that he is drinking much water in dream it symbolizes long life.
• ·         When a person sees himself dipping his hand in water it means that he will get a lot of money that he will play with money. But while playing he will be confuse.
• ·         When a person sees fresh water in dream or a well in dream it symbolizes that he will face fight, trail or calamity.  
• ·         When a person sees that he is giving a glass of water to someone it symbolizes that he will listen the good news related to his child.
• ·         When a person sees that he is drinking a glass of spring water its mean that he will get benefit from his wife.
• ·         When a person sees in dream that he is drinking hot water in dream its mean that he will face distress.
• ·         When a person sees himself that he is bating with spring water its mean that he will pay his debts.
• ·         When a person sees that sweet water becomes salty it shows that he will be unfaithful in religious aspects and he will face certain difficulties.
• ·         When a person sees in dream that he is carrying the container of the water its mean that his income will be increased.
• ·         When a person sees clear water in dream its mean that he will recover from the disease.
• ·         When a person sees water having green color in dream its mean that he will face long illness.
• ·         When a person sees that he is drinking black color water in dream its mean that he will become blind. 
• ·         If one sees in dream that his clothes are wet it symbolizes that in traveling plan the change will occur or his plans will be failed.
• ·         When a person sees that he is pouring water in a container it symbolizes that he will getting married.
• ·         When a person sees that he is bating from cold water it symbolizes that he will repent from sin or he will go toward recovery if he is ill.
• ·         When a person sees that he is falling in deep water but does not reach at the bottom it symbolizes that he will attain prosperity and wealth.
• ·         When a person sees himself walking on the water it symbolizes his faith and trust on Allah Almighty. 

These are common dream interpretations about water. It is not possible to interpret according to exact dream. We can relate these common interpretations with dreams.