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The title is exactly what every Muslim strives for. What is stopping you from achieving it?
You are.
Remember the only person stopping you from becoming great, is yourself.
The Ideal Muslim is one that people can turn to in the time of help for he is confident and strong but, also is sensitive enough that children can play happily around him. He has strength in his bones but love and care in his muscles. He has no room for animosity and quarrels in his heart for it is filled with Noor and, it shines on his face. He lowers his gaze but that never does he lower his eman. He is strong in his beliefs but, is always learning for the Ullamah. He is always, First and Last, a Muslim.
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The Ideal Muslim
The ideal Muslim is a man of the highest moral character. In his relation with his rabb’ (lord), himself, family, parents, relatives, friends, and the community at large, he has a most excellent example in the Prophet of Islam (pbuh). His idealism is further strengthened by the characters of the first generations of Muslims who excelled in all the various fields of human endeavour. He is reassured by the teachings of Islam that he also can reach these noble heights by working to improve his character daily.
In this title, the author gives a clear overview of the practical aspects of the Islamic lifestyle, as exemplified by the Prophet (pbuh) and his Companions (pbuh). Moving from the innermost aspect of the individual’s spiritual life to his dealings with all those around him, one can see how the Muslim is expected to interact with all others in his life
The Ideal Muslimah
“The ideal Muslimah is proud of the great position that Islam has given her among humanity. She performs her duties knowing that her role is clearly defined and that her rights are still, even today, greater than any other ideology has provided. She is a woman of moral excellence, true to her nature, not confused by alien and morally bankrupt ideas. She preserves her self-respect and dignity through her piety in obedience to Allah (SWT) and His Messenger (PBUH). She is the role model that every true believer hopes to emulate. This comprehensive work by Dr. Al-Hashimi is a valuable contribution for our English readers who will find the knowledge contained therein truly beneficial and inspiring.”
Ten Useless Matters
Imam Ibn ul Qayyim al Jawziyyah
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|Abdullah Zain|
In the Name of Allâh, the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful
Question
Ahmad The Repenter:Asalaamu Alaykum. I was listening to one of your responses on copyright issues,Now I wanted to know, that the Islamic lectures which are produced and have copyright labels; shouldn’t we obey it because lets look at it this way:All the time and effort to record that lecture, then all the time and effort to edit and all the time and effort to make the cover and to make copies onto dvd and to place them in cases. now if we look at all of this it all adds up money, weather the ink, cd’s etc..And lets say an Islamic organization sells Islamic lectures and they produce it. Are we not suppose to support them by buying the product so they can produce more islamic lectures in the future and also people do this job as a living, so is the copyright feature haram to have after all these points are into thought?So Insh’Allah can you clear up things for me.May Allah reward you brother Shaykh Feiz Insh’Allah with the best of rewards Jannah.Wasalaam Walakum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh.
Answer
Sheikh Feiz:
Asalaamu Alaykum warahmatAllah wabarakatahu.
Dear brother Ahmad the Repenter i ask the Almighty to increase your knowledge,knowledge that is implemented then taught then patience in the face of adversity is observed.
I appreciate your understanding to this issue,the issue of copyright in islam, and i do respect your view.However there are a few things that i believe that should be looked at before passing any judgements on this issue, for indeed it is an issue of great controversy.
Abdullah Zain
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Great lecture series that Yasir Qadhi has started on the blog, MuslimMatters.
The Many Paths to God?
Introduction
As Muslims living in the West, we are faced with a myriad of legal, religious and political problems that our brothers in the East are relatively free from.
One of the more controversial issues – an issue that intersects politics and religion – is the Islamic attitude towards ‘the other.’ Many questions are raised, including: what does Islam say about other faiths? What is a Muslim’s obligation vis-à-vis people of other religions? Is it morally and legally acceptable to reject Islam and believe in another system of beliefs? What about the fate of such people in the Hereafter?
-Abdullah Zain
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Tuesday is Morals and Manners day On Islam|HD
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “The best of you are those who are slow to anger and swift to cool down…Beware of anger, for it is a live coal on the heart of the descendants of Adam.”
- Al-Tirmidhi, Hadith 1331
Anger has the ability to destroy not only the one who expresses the feelings but also everyone who comes in contact with the person expressing anger. Anger is one of the worst emotions a human being can express and, being angry is not all being Islamic. We must always smile through out the day for Allah has blessed us with so much. Just thinking about that alone, should make us happy.
Many days, I try to humble myself and hold a 2-minute gratitude session. I simply sit or kneel, with no distractions, close my eyes, and think about what I’m grateful for and who I’m grateful for.
I don’t do it every day, but let me tell you, on the days I do it, it makes me very happy.
Why should that be? Why should the simple act of thinking about who and what I’m grateful for make such a big difference in my life?
Read the rest of the article on: Zen Habits: Gratitude
Now if you really want to change and please Allah, Then you must stop being angry and start living an Islamic live.
Anger Management: Islamically
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-Abdullah Zain
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Diamonds And Pearls
The following incident took place when Muhammed Ali’s daughters arrived at his home wearing clothes that are not modest. Here is the story as told in detail by one of his daughters:
When we finally arrived, the chauffer escorted my youngest sister, Laila, and me to my father’s suite. As usual, he was hiding behind the door waiting to scare us. We exchanged hugs and kisses as we could possibly give in one day.
My father took a good look at us. Then he sent me down in his lap and said something I will never forget. He looked me straight in the eyes and said, “Hana, everything that God made valuable in the world covered and hard to get to. Where do you find diamonds? Deep down in the ground, covered and protected. Where do you find pearls? Deep down at the bottom of the ocean, covered up and protected in a beautiful shell. Where do you find gold? Way down and in the mine, covered over with layers and layers of rock. You’ve got to work hard to get them.”
He looked at me with serious eyes. “Your body is sacred. You’re far more precious than diamonds and pearls, and you should be covered too.”
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I love this story, Its so beautiful and simple. Mashallah may allah help all the sisters in this world who strive in the path of allah and help all the ones who are lost and guide them to the path of allah.
Advice to Women:
-Abdullah Zain
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Muslim Matters : Porn
• In 2000, there were 11,000 adult titles vs. Hollywood’s 400 releases (New York Times, May 20, 2001, “Naked Capitalists: There’s No Business Like Porn Business,” Frank Rich)
• Pornographers claim pornography offers greater fulfillment, performance and freedom in one’s sexual life. Is that true, or just an enticement they use to make money?
• Sexual addiction counselors may recommend 3-9 months without television for a person with a heavy pornography addiction, enabling them to heal from being so sexualized. (Commercials provide eye-candy fixes.)
“The more pornography a man views, the less in love he feels with his wife.” (Don’t Take Love Lying Down, Brad Henning, pg. 388)
Pornographic Websites: 4.2 million (12% of all websites)
–All information provies by Illusions.
May Allah help all the people in this world with this great fitnah. May he keep us safe and far away from it.
-Abdullah Zain
Hey Calling all Muslims out there! Get on Flickr and Show me your country and your Mosque! Show me your life and how your ramadan is going! Show me the world you reside in and how beautiful it is!
Lets connect and share our lives.
“Remember A Picture Is Worth A Thousand Words”
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Add me and let the sharing begin.
-Abdullah Zain
Abousulety Beautiful, with pictures and translation.
Moves the heart everytime I watch it.
-Abdullah Zain
Beautiful. Translated for Non-Arabic Speakers.
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