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...]
The Manners of Visiting
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The Manners of Visiting ISLAMIC MANNERS ... 3 by Shaykh Abdul-Fattaah Abu Ghuddah (RA) 3.1 KEEPING APPOINTMENTS, DELAYS AND CANCELLATION In the first verse of Surat Al-Mai'da, Allah called upon the believers 'O' you the Believers, fulfill your promises.' In Surat Maryam Allah also praised Prophet Ismail may peace be upon him 'He was true to his promise. He was a Messenger and a Prophet.' To keep an appointment is vital to our … [Read more...]
Entering or Leaving A House
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Entering or Leaving A House ISLAMIC MANNERS ... 2 by Shaykh Abdul-Fattaah Abu Ghuddah (RA) 2.1 HOW TO ENTER Enter or leave your house with your right foot first, as it was the tradition of the Prophet. Imaam Abul Ala Hasan ibn Ahmad al-Hamazani, a great scholar of Hadith of his time, was so keen on applying this Sunnah to the extent that if someone entered his house with their left foot first, he would ask them to go out and re-enter with … [Read more...]
Importance of Appearance
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Importance of Appearance ISLAMIC MANNERS ... 1 by Shaykh Abdul-Fattaah Abu Ghuddah (RA) 1.1 Distinct Muslim Personality Islam advocates this etiquette and stresses it so as to perfect the Muslim personality and to bring about harmony among people. There is no doubt that embodying such manners and virtues enhances personal style and qualities, refines personality and brings us closer to the hearts and minds of others. The forthcoming … [Read more...]
Why Hijaab???
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Why Hijaab??? I probably do not fit into the preconceived notion of a 'rebel'. I have no visible tattoos and minimal piercings. I do not possess a leather jacket. In fact, when most people look at me, their first thought usually is something along the lines of 'oppressed female'. The brave individuals who have mustered the courage to ask me about the way I dress usually have questions like: 'Do you parents make you wear that?' or, … [Read more...]
Being thankful to Allah
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Being thankful to Allah The other day while watching a network news program, I saw a Muslim man in Kosovo with her sixmonth-old infant, who was covered in sores and suffered from a malady of illnesses, all because it had not had a bath since its birth. The mother explained that because of the heavy fighting, she and her family had been on the move constantly, and that luxuries such as decent food and clean water were not available to … [Read more...]
