Alhamdulillaah this is lesson one from the book : one minute madrasah.
This is a book complied by the late Pakistani scholar Molana Muhammad Akhtar (RA) and translated by madrasah Arabia Islamia. The book is concise so that it will not take up much time but it has some important messages.
May Allah help us put the knowledge into practice. Ameen
ONE MINUTE MADRASAH
LESSON 1
1) TRANSLATION OF NAMAAZ[1]
الله أكبر (Allahu Akbar)
"Allah is the greatest." In fact greatness only
belongs to Allah.
2) ONE SUNNAT
One of the Sunnats governing Qiyaam (the standing positionin Namaaz) is to stand facing the Qibla upright.The head should not be bent.[2]
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins with regard to which punishment has been mentioned is:
To laugh at someone belittling him.
4) THE HARMS OF SINS
Of the harms of sins that will occur in the world is that due to
the evil of sin one is deprived of the knowledge of Deen.
5) THE BENEFITS OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP
One of the blessings of virtuous and pious deeds which is granted in this very world is that one will be granted Barkat (prosperity) in one's sustenance i.e. sometimes apparent increase also takes place and Barkat is always granted.
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[1] Namaaz means salaah
[2] The head should not be bent means that the head should not be bent so much so the chin is touching the chest, however should have a slight bend so as to put the gaze on that spot which the head will have to be placed for sajdah.
1) TRANSLATION OF NAMAAZ
سُبْحَانَكَ اَللّهُمَّ
"O Allah we express Your purity"
2) ONE SUNNAT
Yesterday we discussed that in Namaaz one should stand upright, facing the Qibla and not bend one's head.
Today’s lesson is that the toes should also be facing the Qibla and it is Mustahab that there should be a gap of 4 fingers between the feet.
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins one sin is: "To taunt someone".
4) THE HARMS OF SINS
One harm of sins in this very world is that sustenance decreases i.e. the Barkaat of Rizq goes away. Despite one’s sustenance appearing to be plentiful,very little benefit is derived from it.It may well be spent away in sicknesses, anxieties and wastage.
5) THE BENEFITS OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP.
One of the benefits of obedience and worship is that various forms of Barkaat will descend from the sky on earth.
1) TRANSLATION OF NAMAAZ
وَ بِحَمْدِكَ
"And praise be unto you"
2) ONE SUNNAT
The first Sunnat of Namaaz was
that one should stand upright facing the Qibla without bending the head.The 2nd Sunnat was that the toes should also face the Qibla.
Today's Iesson : The Takbeer-u-Tahreema (1st.Takbeer) of the Muqtadi (one following the Imam) should be said immediately after the Imam's Tabkeer-u-Tahreema. N.B. If the Muqtadi's Takbeer-u-Tahreema finishes before the Imam's then the following of the Imam will not be correct (Tahtaawie) [1].
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins for which severe punishment has been mentioned is: Calling a person by bad insulting name e.g. O blind one, O cripple or fatty etc.
4) THE HARMS OF SINS
One harm of sins in the world is that the sinner experiences a kind of terror [2] from Allah Ta'aala.
5) THE BENEFITS OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP.
One benefit of obedience is that one is freed from all types of difficulties and worries and Allah Ta'aala grants salvation from every type of affliction.
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[1] This is extremely important many people tend to rush the salaah so much so that their 1st takbeer is completed before that of the imaam. One should rather wait until the imaam reaches the r/ raa on the word Akbar in the phrase Allahu Akbar before he starts his takbeer.
[2] The word terror here means fear, anxiety and all that comes with sin. The english meaning of terror which is extreme fear should not be confused here with the fear referred to in Taqwaa which is translated as fear of Allah and piety, because Taqwaa is achieved through good deeds and staying away from sins NOT by committing sins.
1) TRANSLATION OF NAMAAZ
وَ تَابَركَ اسْمُكَ
"And Your name is blessed"
2) ONE SUNNAT
Two Sunnats of Qiyaam have been mentioned.The feet must face the Qibla.The Takbeer-u-Tahreema of the Muqtadi should be said immediately after that of the Imam.
Today’s lesson. While saying the Takbeer-u-Tahreema both hands should be raised up to the ears (This Sunnat is confined only to men)[1].
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins for which severe punishment has been mentioned is:
To think evil of others without a Shar'ee proof.
4) THE HARMS OF SINS
Of the harms of sins in the world is that one gets a feeling of fear for people particularly one fears the company of the pious even more and will be deprived of the blessings of the company of the illustrious servants of Allah.
5) THE BENEFTTS OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP
One of the benefits of obedience and piety in this world is that objectives are made easy. Allah Ta'aala eases all tasks and aspirations are realized.
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[1] The Sunnah for women when raising the hands for the takbeer - u - tahreema is that the hands should be raised up to the chest.
Yesterday the following Sunnats of Qiyaam were discussed.
i) The Takbeer-e-Tahreema of the Muqtadi should follow immediately after the Imam's.
ii) The males should raise their hands up to their ears while saying Takbeer-u-Tahreema
Today's lesson: While saying the Takbeer-u-Tahreema, the palms should face the Qibla[1].
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins concerning which severe punishment has
been mentioned is: To look for the faults of others.
4) THE HARMS OF SINS
One of the harms of sins in the world is that the sinner will experience difficulties in most of his affairs.
5) THE BENEFITS OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP
One of the benefits of piety and obedimce is that by the Barkat of piety, life becomes a joy.It is clearly seen that kings also do not have such a joyous life as the pious servants of Allah.
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[1] many males have their palms facing their cheek when make takbeer- u- tahreema . It should be known that this is incorrect.
The Sunnats of Qiyaam which were discussed yesterday are:
i) The males should raise their hands up to their ears while saying Takbeer-u-Tahreema.
ii) The palms should face the Qibla
Today's lesson:The fingers should be kept naturally i.e.neither completely open nor tightly together but in their natural relaxed position.
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins concerning which severe punishment has been mentioned is:
To backbite about someone i.e.to talk in such a manner of him in his absence that should he hear it, he would dislike it.
5) THE BENEFITS OF OBEDIENCE AND
WORSHIP
One benefits of piety and obedience in this world is that rain fall,
wealth and children increase, trees bear fruit and the water in the rivers increase.
1) TRANSLATION OF NAMAAZ
اَعُوْذُ
"I seek protection"
1) ONE SUNNAT
The two Sunnats of Qiyaam which were discussed yesterday are:
i) The palms should face the Qibla while saying Takbeer-u- Tahreema.
ii ) The fingers should be kept naturally i.e.not too spaced out nor colmpletely together.
Today's lesson:
iii) When folding the hands the inner palm of the right hand should be placed over the back of the left hand.
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins concerning which severe punishment has been mentioned is: To reproach somebody without justification
4) THE HARMS OF SINS
One harm
of sins in this world is that by sins the weakness of the heart occurs i.e. the courage to do virtuous acts keep on diminishing until it fades away completely. Since the body is dependent on the heart, it too becomes weak. It is for this very reason that though the Kuffaar appeared healthy and strong they could not stand in front of the Sahaba Radhiallahu Anhum.
5) THE BENEFITS OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP
One benefit of good deeds in this world is that Allah Ta'aala distances from the pious believers all evils and calamities.
1) TRANSLATION OF
NAMAAZ
بِاللهِ
"With the help of Allah"
2) ONE SUNNAT
Yesterday the following 2 Sunnats of Qiyaam were discussed:
i) The fingers should be kept naturally i.e. not too spaced out nor completely together,
ii) While folding the hands the palm of the right hand should be placed over the back of the left hand.
Today's lesson:
iii) The males should form a ring around the wrist of the left hand by gripping it with the thumb and little finger.
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins concerning which severe punishment has been mentioned is:
Carrying tales i.e. causing Muslims to fight, by carrying tales from here and there
4) THE HARMS OF SINS
One harm of sins in this world is that a person is deprived of the ability (Taufeeq) to do pious acts until gradually all good deeds are left out by the evil of sins.
5) THE BENEFITS OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP
One benefit of good deeds and worship is that losses in wealth are replenished and greater recompense is received.
1) TRANSLATION OF NAMAAZ
مِنَ الشَّيْطَانِ
"from Shaytaan"
1) ONE SUNNAT
The 2 Sunnats of Namaaz which were discussed yesterday are:
i) While folding the hands the palm of the right hand should be placed over the back of the left hand
ii)The males should form a ring around the wrist of the left hand by grasping it with the thumb and little finger.
Today's lesson:
iii)The males should place the middle 3 fingers of the right hand over the forearm[1].
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins concerning which severe punishment has been mentioned is: False accusation i.e to wrongly attribute a fault to somebody.
4) THE HARMS OF SIN
One harm of sins in this world ist hat life becomes shorter and the Barkat of life disappears.
5) THE BENEFITS OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP
One of the benefits of virtuous acts and obedience is that by spending money towards the fulfillment of virtuous and worthy objectives, one’s wealth increases.
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[1] As for the female she will place her right palm on her left palm on her chest.
أعوذ بالله من الشيطان الرجيم
will be "I seek protection in Allah from Shaytaan, the accursed "
2) ONE SUNNAT
Tlie following Sunnats of Qiyaam were discussed yesterday;
i)The males should form a ring around the wrist of the left hand by grasping it with the thumb and little finger
ii) The males should place the middle 3 fingers of the right hand over the forearm.
Today's lesson:
iii) The males should fasten their hands below the navel [1].
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins concerning which severe punishment has been mentioned is: To deceive.
4) THE HARMS OF SINS
One harm of sins in this world is that one sin becomes the cause for another sin, thus sins become a habit and the giving up of sins becomes difficult.
5) THE BENEFITS OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP
One benefit of obedience in this world is that by the obedience of Allah, the heart is filled with peace and serenity. Incomparison to this, die contentment of the kingdom of the 7 continents is nothing.
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[1] As for a female, she will place her right palm on her left palm on her chest.
1) TRANSLATION OF SALAAT
بِسْمِ الله
"I begin with the name of Allah
2) ONE SUNNAT
Yesterday the following Sunnats of Qiyaam were discussed:
i) The males should place the middle 3 fingers of the right hand over the left forearm.
ii) The males should fasten their hands below the navel. Today's lesson
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins concerning which severe punishment has been mentioned is.
To mock i.e. to cause person to fed ashamed of any of his sins or mistakes,
4) THE HARMS OF SINS
One harm of sins in this world is that by committing sins the intention of repentance becomes weak to such an extent that a person is completely deprived of the Taufeeq of making Taubah and eventually dies in this condition.
5)THE BENEFITS OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP
Even one's children reap the benefit of obedience and worship, and such a person's children are also protected from calamities.
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[1] Translation:
All Glory is due to YOU, O’ ALLAH! And all Praise is due to YOU, and YOUR Name is the Most Blessed, and YOUR Majesty is Highly Exalted and there is none worthy of Worship except YOU.
1) TRANSLATION OF SALAAT
اَلرَّحْمٰن
"The Beneficent (Kind)"
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ
would mean:
"I begin in the name of Allah: who is Most Beneficent".
2) ONE SUNNAT
Yesterday the following Sunnats of Qiyaam in Salaat were discussed.
i) The males should fasten their hands below the navels.
ii)Thana i.e., should be read.
Today's lesson:
iii) After the Thana Ta'awwuz [1] should be read.
اَعُوْذُ باِللهِ مِنَ الشَّيْطَنِ الرَّجِيْمِ
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins concerning which severe punishment has been mentioned is:
To be come joyful at the loss of another.
4) THE HARMS OF SINS
One harm of sins in this world,the evil of sins leaves one’s heart,then shame and modesty is also lost. Thus sins are committed openly and one is distanced from the mercy and forgiveness of Allah.
5) THE BENEFITS OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP
Hidden glad tidings are given on obedience e.g. good dreams. Thus the love and good thoughts of Allah increase,by which the Taufeeq of doing more good deeds takes place.
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[1] translation : I seek refuge with ALLAH from the accursed devil.
TRANSLATION OF SALAAT
الرَّحِيمِ
"The Most Merciful"
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ
would thus mean:
"I begin with the name of Allah The Most Beneficent, The most Merciful
2) ONE SUNNAT
Yesterday the Sunnats of Qiyaam in Salaat were discussed.
i) Thana should be read i e.
سُبْحَانَكَ اللَّهُمَّ
ii) The Sunnats of Qira'at, Ta'awwuz[1] should be read
Today's lesson :
iii) To recite Tasmiyyah
i.e., بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ
is Sunnat
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins concerning which severe punishment has been mentioned is: To Have pride i.e to consider one self to be superior and to regard others as inferior.
4) THE HARMS OF SINS
One harm of sins is that every sin is the inheritance of some of the enemies of Allah. So that it is as though this person becomes the inheritor of those cursed nations who originated that sin e.g. cheating in business by the nation of Madyan. In the Hadith it is mentioned that he who imitates a nation, will be reckoned amongst them. Therefore do not delay in repenting
5) THE BENEFITS OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP
By doing good deeds, at the time of death, the angels give glad tidings of Jannat ,the bounties that are found there[2] and of the pleasure of Allah Ta'aala.
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[1] اَعُوْذُ باِللهِ مِنَ الشَّيْطَنِ الرَّجِيْمِ
[2] this means the bounties that are found there in Jannah
1) TRANSLATION OF SALAAT'.
اَلْحَمْدُ
"All praises”
2) ONE SUNNAT
Yesterday the Sunnats of Qira'at in Salaat were explained:
i) Ta'awwuz should be read.
ii)To recite Tasmiyyah.
Today's lesson:
iii) Ameen should be said softly(1).
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Amongst the major sins concerning which severe punishment has been mentioned is: To boast i.e. to show one's greatness
4) THE HARMS OF SINS
One harm of sins in the world is that a sinner loses status and becomes worthless in the sight of Allah Ta'aala Thus the creation also have no respect for him. Even though people might apparently honour him because of their greed (i e they want something from him or out of fear for him,however no one will have true respect for him Allah Ta'aala says: "He who Allah disgraces, there shall be none to honour him”
5} THE BENEFIT OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP
The effect of some forms of obedience is that when one is uncertain about something, then by carrying out a particular form of worship all doubts and apprehensions will be removed and one will be guided towards that in which there is complete benefit for one. Performing Salaatul Istikhaara and thereafter making Dua is one such form of worship
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[1] This is according to the Hanafi mazhab.
Yesterday two Sunnats of Qira'at were mentioned:
i) To recite Tasmiyyah
ii) To say Ameen softly
Today's lesson:
iii) To recite Surahs from Surah Hujurat to Burooj [1] in Fajr and Zuhr. In Asr and Esha from Burooj to Lam Yakun[2]and in Maghrib from Iza Zulzilat to An Naas [3].
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins concerning which severe punishment has been mentioned is: To abstain From helping those in need despite having the ability to do so.
4) THE HARMS OF SINS
One harm of sins is that the misfortune of sins not only affects the sinner but other creations as well, even animals curse the sinner.
5) THE BENEFIT OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP
Some forms of worship have this effect that they result in Allah Ta'aala's taking upon Himself the responsibility of fulfilling the need of the virtuous person.
In a Hadith Qudsi it is mentioned "Son of Adam! Perform 4 Rakaats of Salaat for Me in the beginning of the day,and I will fulfill all your needs till the end of the day" (Tirmizi Shareef)
Note : the Surahs mentioned are known as the mufassal Surahs.
There are three categories based on their length viz; long,medium and short. There is a difference of opinion amongst the scholars as to which Surah is in which category.
Yesterday the following Sunnats of Qira'at in Salaat were discussed:
i) Ameen should be said softly.
ii)In Fajr and Zuhr the Surahs from Surah Hujurat to Buruj should be read. In Asr and Esha Surahs from Surah Buruj to Lam Yakun should be read. In Maghrib Surahs from Surah Iza Zulzilat to Surah An Naas should be read.
Today's lesson:
iii) Lengthen the1st Rakaat of the Fajr Salaat.
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins concerning which severe punishment has been mentioned is:To cause damage to anyone's belongings.
4) THE HARMS THAT OCCUR DUE TO SINS
One harm is that sins cause the mind to become weak and the intelligence to diminish Commission of sins is proof of one's foolishness. If one's intellect were sound one would not disobey that Powerful Being who controls both the worlds Furthermore for the sake of the little enjoyment of a sin,one will destroy the benefit of Dua and one's hereafter.
5) THE BENEFIT OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP
Some virtuous acts have the effect that they cause Barkat in possessions. It is mentioned in a Hadith that if the seller and buyer speak the truth and disclose the condition of the goods then there will be Barkat for both of them in their transaction. (Bukhan and Muslim)
1) TRANSLATION OF SALAAT,
اَلْعَالَمِينَ
''All the worlds"
الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ رَبِّ الْعَالَمِينَ
would thus mean
"All praise is only for Allah,who is Sustainer of all the wodds.
2) ONE SUNNAT
Yesterday the following Sunnats of Qira'at in Salaat were discussed:
i) In Fajr and Zuhr, the Surahs from Surah Hujurat to Buruj should be read, in Asr and Esha from Burooj to Lam Yakun and Maghnb from Iza Zulzilat to Surah Naas should be read.
ii)To lengthen the
1st Rakaat of the Fajr Salaat.
Today's lesson:
iii) The Qur'an should not be recited too fast nor too slow but at a medium pace
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins conccming which severe punishment has been mentioned is To harm the reputation of a person.
4) THE HARMS OF SINS
One major harm of sins is that by committing sins one comes under the curses of Nabi Sallallahu alaihi wa sallam; for example Nabi Sallallahu alaihi wa sallam cursed the taker of interest, the giver of interest, the writer of the transaction and witnesses to it.He also cursed the thief,makers of picture,those who commit the sin of the people of Lut Alaihis salaam (i.e.homosexuality), those who vilify the Sahaba Radhiallahu Anhum etc etc If there was no other harm of sins then this harm is great enough that one comes under the curses of Nabi
Sallallahu alaihi wa sallam Naoozobillah
5) THE BENEFIT OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP
By obedience, religious leadership and prosperity remain intact.
1) TRANSLATION OF SALAAT.
اَلرَّحْمٰن
"Most Beneficent"
2) ONE SUNNAT
Yesterday the following Sunnats of Qira'at in Salaat were diseased:
i) To lengthen the 1st Rakaat of Fajr Salaat.
ii) The Qur’an should not be recited too fast nor too slow but at a medium pace
Today's lesson: Sunnat.
iii) Only SurahvFatiha should be read in the 3rd and 4th Rakaats of Fard Namaazes
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins concerning whichseverepunishmentlias been mentioned is: Not showing mercy towards the young.
4) THE HARMS OF SINS
One harm of sins is that by committing sins a person is deprived of the Dua’s of the angels. Allah Ta'aala says in the Qur'an that the Angels make Dua-e-nughfirat (Dua of forgiveness) for those believers who follow the path shown by Allah Thus those who,by committing sins,have left the path are deprived.
5) THE BENEFTTS OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP
By some monetary worship the anger of Allah is appeased and one does not die a bad death Nabi Sallallahu alaihi wa sallam has said that Sadqa (charity) cools the anger of Allah Ta'aala and saves one from a bad death (Timiizi).
1) TRANSLATION OF SALAAT
اَلرَّحِيْمِ
"Most Merciful"
الرَّحْمٰن الرَّحِيمِ
would thus mean;
Most Beneficient, Most Merciful
2) ONE SUNNAT
Yesterday the following Sunnats of Qira’at in Salaat were discussed:
i) The Qur'an should not be recited too fast nor too slow but at a medium pace.
li) Only Surah Fatiha should be read in the 3rd and 4th Rakaats of the Fardh Namaazes.
Today’s lesson: iii) Takbeer should be said while proceeding for Ruku.
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins concerning which severe punishment has been mentioned is: Being disrespectful towards elders
4) THE HARMS OF SINS
One harm of sins is that disasters occur on the earth i.e.wind, water, grain, fruit etc. diminish. It can thus be concluded that th. e lack of Barkat which is happening daily is the result of our sins
5) THE BENEFITS OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP
One effect of worship is that Dua causes calamities to be deviated and virtuous deeds cause one's life to increase Nabi Sallallahu alaihi wa sallam said:"Predestined matters cannot be obviated except through Dua and nothing extends one's life except virtuous acts" (Tirmizi)
Yesterday these Sunaats of Salaat were discussed
i) Only Surah Fatiha should be read in the 3rd and 4th Rakaats of Fardh Salaat.
ii) Takbeer should be said while proceeding for Ruku
Today's lesson:
iii) in Ruku, males should grasp their knees with their hands[1]
3) ONE MAJOR SIN
Among the major sins concerning which severe punishment has been mentioned is:
Abstaining from helping the hungry and needy in conformance
to one's means
4) THE HARMS OF SINS
One harm of sins in this world is that by sinning one loses shame and modesty When shame is lost a person does the worst of things.
5) THE BENEFTTS OF OBEDIENCE AND WORSHIP
By reciting Surah Yaasin all work is accomplished. Nabi Sallallahu alaihi wa sallam said "The needs of a person who recites Surah Yaasin in the morning will be fulfilled (Daarami)
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[1] As for a female, She should bend slightly to the extent that the fingers are able to touch the knees,the fingers should be kept together NOT spread apart.
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