Condolence ISLAMIC MANNERS ... 9 by Shaykh Abdul-Fattaah Abu Ghuddah (RA) 9.1 BREAKING UNPLEASANT NEWS If you have to break the undesired news of a tragic accident, or the death of a dear or close relative or friend, break the news in such a way as to lessen its impact and to make it as mild and gentle as possible. For example, in the case of a death, you may say: 'Recently, I learned that Mrs. X has been terribly sick, and her condition … [Read more...]

Visting The Sick ISLAMIC MANNERS ... 8 by Shaykh Abdul-Fattaah Abu Ghuddah (RA) 8.1 VISITING A PATIENT It is your duty to visit your Muslim brethren in time of illness. This will enhance and nourish the bond of Islam and the brotherhood among you. As a committed Muslim, do not undervalue the great reward from Allah. Imam Muslim reported that the Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said: 'A Muslim visiting ill brethren will continue to be in the … [Read more...]

Weddings ISLAMIC MANNERS ... 7 by Shaykh Abdul-Fattaah Abu Ghuddah (RA) 7.1 WEDDINGS ARE PART OF THE PROPHET'S TRADITION If invited to a marriage ceremony or wedding celebration, you should accept the invitation unless it may include prohibited acts. Attending a wedding is part of the Sunnah, as Islam regards marriage as an act of worship and obedience to Allah. Islam endorses performing marriage contracts in the mosque. Muslim jurists … [Read more...]

Manners of Eating ISLAMIC MANNERS ... 6 by Shaykh Abdul-Fattaah Abu Ghuddah (RA) 6.1 THE IMPORTANCE OF EATING MANNERS Eating manners are very important since it is repeated many times every day. It must be done properly whether eating alone, with family, or with friends. To avoid pretenses, you should train yourself in proper eating manners, whether alone or with your family. It will then become a natural part of your behaviour, and you will … [Read more...]

Social Manners ISLAMIC MANNERS ... 5 by Shaykh Abdul-Fattaah Abu Ghuddah (RA) 5.1 RESPECT AND FAVOUR THE ELDERLY Recognize the status of the elderly and give them due respect. When walking with them, walk slightly behind, to their right. Let them enter and exit first. If you meet them, greet them properly and respectfully. If you discuss something with them, let them speak first, and listen to them attentively and graciously. If the … [Read more...]

The Manners of Conversation ISLAMIC MANNERS ... 4 by Shaykh Abdul-Fattaah Abu Ghuddah (RA) 4.1 SELECTING SUITABLE TOPICS In Sura Al-Haj, Allah described the believers 'And they have been guided to the purest of speeches; and guided to the path of Him who is worthy of all praise.' When you talk during your visit, say only what fits the situation and be brief. If you are the youngest among those sitting, don't speak unless you are asked to, … [Read more...]