Never again will humanity be blessed with such a teacher. Never again will we be given a more sacred text as that which he recited. His values changed the very course of history. His teachings are still in practice, now, more than ever. He taught others to be patient during calamities and desire hardship in this world. He prayed for those who hurt him, he cried for those whom he never saw, and forgave even the worst of enemies. His companions respected him, his family waited for him, his followers longed for him, and we are filled with love for him. How did an orphan, a simple man who did not know how to read or write, rise to a rank as that of the Prophet, Peace Be Upon Him?

A true awakening in which lives were changed, miracles were witnessed, battles were fought, and blood was shed. No group has been able to reclaim such noble status or any portion of it. Within a quarter of a century he managed to leave the world completely transformed. No one has ever been sent to such ignorant of people as those whom the Prophet, Peace and Blessings Be Upon Him, was sent to after which he brought them up, morally, spiritually, and physically. No man ever breathed such a new life affecting all branches of human activity as did Muhammad, PBUH. This April, Qabeelat Tayybah invites you to study an unparalleled legacy of an epic hero, whose legacy spans across the East and West, North and South. Prepare yourself for the most sacred journey of all!

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The most comprehensive advice I have read, after that of the Prophet (sallalahu Alayhi wasallam), was advice that my friend was given by her 8th grade teacher. Here it is, an emblem of wisdom and keepsake to say the least.

“Our existance only concens three things: Allah swt, you and the grave. All other things are minute details. High school, college, and life in general are passing moments. The most important thing for you is to ALWAYS BE CONNECTED to Allah swt. Don’t worry about the outcomes; they are not in your hands. So do not get caught up in things that are fleeting. You must always remember Allah swt because there is so much nonsense in this dunya to get caught up in. Just keep making du’a for safety and success because in the end…all of our lives will seem like one useless second that has passed by.  So don’t worry; always ask Allah swt to pick and choose for you. Always pray Istikharah for guidance and clarity. Don’t do or say anything that will lower you. Always speak the truth, but be careful, it must be the right time. Leave some portion of the night for du’a and seeking divine assistance. Be consistent and doors will be opened for you. Do not have ANYTHING in your heart against anyone and people will respect you. Always smile, but in a dignified way. Always help others, as long as it does not hurt you. Your life is your capitol, so spend it wisely. Remember that you are now where it is the best time and place for you to be because Allah swt has planned it this way. May Allah swt always accept our du’as and give us what is best for us. Ameen. “

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Palestinian…I am Palestinian

I carved it on all the fronts

With bold handwriting rising above all the headlines

My name follows me, lives with me, and nurtures me

It ignites the fire in my soul and pulses through my veins

The caves of mountains know me

I did my best then asked the nation to be

Salah Aldin is calling from deep inside me

All my arab identity calls for revenge and freedom

And my flags that were folded up on the hills of Heteen

And the voice of Muadhin Al Aqsa alarmed, calling for help

And thousands and thousands of prisoners

And calling on the nation and chanting

Telling them: To Al-Quds

To a war denouncing oppression and destroying Zionism

Raising Palestinian flags to the skies

And repeating my words

Palestinian…Palestinian…Palestinian

This poem was written by a Palestinian girl and the video can be seen on youtube. Powerful rhetoric can move mountains, if only it could move the hearts of oppressors.

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The broken land of my people was told to wait, though no one is busy and time is fleeting. My people are sick and some are dead and yet, they breathe and walk and go to work, but they are dead. The sick home of my people was told to be patient and it has been patient for hundreds of years, and though it is soaking with blood it promises to be patient until forever. The silence creeps up on mothers who hold the little ones that cannot breathe and cannot walk. Their fathers are nowhere to be seen; just like the food that once touched their lips and the comfort they felt knowing all was well. The sick land of my people has not heard of laughter and though we break and do not own much, our silence does not echo around the world.

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Based on a true story for the class, Rays of Faith, with Shaykh Waleed Basyouni.

The diagnosis failed to recognize the real addiction. The unbearable pain accompanied by a distraught sense of perception seemed to be never ending. The medicine, drips, and bedside care were doing nothing for him. Days went by and the only thing that managed to bring some solace and comfort were frequent visits from his son who understood his addiction. “Please, please, tell them” he pleaded to his son. “My heart is no longer with me, I cannot stay here Hudhaifa” said the old man in his feeble state.

The doctor’s refused to sympathize with Hudhaifa, his father had to remain on hospital premises for the next few weeks. Seeing his father in such a weak state like this hurt him, especially since he knew exactly why his father was suffering and what he was longing for. Having been residents of Taif for the last 20 years, his father had been accustomed to making the 2 hour commute to Makkah for maghrib salah everyday, and remaining in the haram for isha congregation. It had become a habit, a ritual, and without it he did not see his own existence.

He grew addicted to this custom and it was something that became a part of him. As some grow old and weak, and as their desires grow stronger for artificial happiness, this man had a weakness as well. It was the most beautiful weakness of all. It was a weakness that only a few individuals experience in a lifetime. It was a weakness that shattered his thoughts and made him numb to his surroundings. His heart was still in Makkah and it had been days since he had been there.

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It was narrated that Hanzalah al-Usaydi said:

Abu Bakr met me and said: How are you, O Hanzalah? I said: Hanzalah has become a hypocrite. He said: Subhaan Allaah! What are you saying? I said: When we are with the Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) he reminds us of the Fire and the Garden until it is as if we are seeing them with our own eyes, but when we depart from the Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him), we attend to our wives and children and businesses, and we forget a great deal. Abu Bakr said: By Allaah, we experience something similar. Abu Bakr and I went and entered upon the Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him), and I said: Hanzalah has become a hypocrite, O Messenger of Allaah. The Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “Why is that?” I said: O Messenger of Allaah, when we are with you, you remind us of the Fire and the Garden until it is as if we are seeing them with our own eyes, but when we depart from you, we attend to our wives and children and businesses, and we forget a great deal.
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It was said to al-Hasan al-Basri: “Would not any one of us feel ashamed before his Lord to seek forgiveness from his sin then go back to it, then seek forgiveness then go back to it?”

He said: “The Shaytaan would like you to feel that way; never give up seeking forgiveness.”

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But, If I Enter Paradise, I am afraid…

‘A’ishah reported that a man came to the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) and said: “O Messenger of Allah! Indeed, I love you more than I love myself, and I love you more than I love my family, and I love you more than I love my children. When I am at home and I think of you, I am unable to contain myself until I can come to you and look at you. When I think about my death and your death, I know that when you enter Paradise, you will be raised to where the Prophets are. But, if I enter Paradise, I am afraid: will I be able to see you?”

So, the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) did not answer him at all until Jibril revealed to him: {“And whoever obeys Allah and the Messenger, then they will be in the company of those on whom Allah has bestowed His Grace – of the Prophets, the truthful, the martyrs and the righteous. And how excellent these companions are!”} [an-Nisa'; 69]
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Abu Ya’la Shaddad ibn Aus, radiyallahu ‘anhu, reported that the Messenger of Allah, sallallahu ‘alayhi wasallam, said:

“Verily, Allah has enjoined excellence (ihsan) with regard to everything. So, when you kill, kill in a good way; when you slaughter, slaughter in a good way; so everyone of you should sharpen his knife, and let the slaughtered animal die comfortably.”

All great revolutions are channeled by the idea that one CAN do that which they once dreamed of. Every great dream and aspiration has a set of obstacles before it, and as each obstacle is surpassed one becomes more aware of their strength and endurance. The story of Yousuf (as) and Prophet Muhammad (saw) is no different. Yousuf (as) brothers plotted to kill him just like the Quraish plotted to kill the Prophet Muhammad (saw). The prophecy being applied here is truly beautiful, in fact, in understanding the story of Prophet Yousuf (as), one can better understand that which the Prophet saw endured. Hardly two years passed after its revelation when the Quraish, like the brothers of the Prophet Yusuf conspired against him in a plot to kill him. Just as Prophet Yousuf (as) emigrated to Egypt and gained respect and power, so did the Prophet Muhammad saw. True victory is only for the believers, and defeat was felt by the brothers of Prophet Yousuf as well as the Quraish. “Show mercy to us for Allah rewards richly those who show mercy” (12:88), and subhanAllah the Prophet Yousuf quickly overlooked all the wrong they had inflicted upon him – despite his great status at that time in Egypt. He said, “Today no penalty shall be inflicted upon you. May Allah forgive you. He is the greatest of all those who forgive” (12:92).
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Puddles of blood continued to flow out of of his back, as tears were streaming down his face, and his once sturdy sword lay on the floor. He traveled from present day Spain to Baghdad by foot, for the sole reason of studying under an Imam. She continued to serve her people with knowledge and taught in the great Umayyad Mosque until she could no longer do so. He was leading salah in the kabah as a teenagger, and went on to write over 150 of the best works. He memorized the Quran before the age of 14 and went on to serve as judge of Basrah.
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