Extract from Nur al-Uyun (Biography of the Prophet) by Imam ibn Sayyid an-Nas | ridawipress.org The Messenger of Allah married Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, the daughter of Khuwaylid.1 He then married Sawdah (bint Zamah ibn Qays ibn Abdu Shams ibn Abdu Wudd ibn Nasr ibn Malik ibn Hisl ibn Aamir ibn Lu-ayy). When she became older, […]
Esteemed Parents of the Beloved Messenger of Allah
The perfection of status granted to the Beloved Messenger of Allah, upon him be utmost blessings and peace, extends to the fact that even his lineage itself is sacred. From his ancestors, Prophet Adam to Prophet Ibrahim, to his own blessed parents, and then from his own household to his daughter Sayyida Fatima, to his […]
Humour and Cheerfulness of the Messenger of Allah
It is a well-known and celebrated fact that the Messenger of Allah’s character was that of complete nobility, mercy and generosity. He is the embodiment of perfection, and his presence was a safe haven for all. It is also important to remember that the Messenger of Allah was generally always cheerful, and loved to have […]
Signs of Loving the Messenger of Allah (Qadi Iyaad)
[The following is an extract from al-Shifa Sharif of Qadi Iyaad] Someone who claims that he/she loves another will prefer that person to all others. He will also prefer what they like – if it were otherwise, then he would be acting and his love would not be sincere. The following signs will be apparent […]
To Love the Messenger of Allah
The Beloved Messenger said, “None of you will have faith till he loves me more than his father, his children and all mankind.” [Bukhari] We live in such times that, subhanAllah, it is no longer just the unbelievers who raise objections to a Muslim’s love for the Prophet. Today, within our own Ummah itself, a […]
Clothes and Grooming Habits of the Beloved Messenger
DENTAL HYGIENE AND THE MISWAK The miswak (or siwaak) is a twig from a tree which is used to clean the teeth. It is a well-known sunnah of the Holy Prophet, may Allah’s peace and blessings be upon him, who said, “But for my fear that it would be hard for my followers, I would […]
Perfect Qualities of the Beloved Messenger of Allah
Extracted from the Sealed Nectar (ar-Raheek al-Makhtum), biography/seerah of the beloved Messenger of Allah. The Prophet, may Allah’s peace and blessings be upon him, had both perfection of features and perfection of manners. The impression of them on people can be deduced by the bliss that overwhelmed their hearts and filled them with dignity. Men’s respect, devotion […]
An Overview of the Mawlid/Milad of Sayyidina RasulAllah
Truly blessed was this pregnancy; the Beloved Messenger ﷺ’s mother, Sayyida Aminah, felt no pain or discomfort when the blessed child ﷺ entered into the world from her enlightened womb. When she delivered him, his noble body emerged prostrated in the Sajda position, already circumcised 1, with his tiny fists clenched tightly. Sayyidina Abdullah ibn […]
“Ahmad is his name and through him, I will guide people…”
The great Shaykh, Wahb bin Munabbih, may Allah be pleased with him, said: Allah revealed to one of the Prophets of the Children of Israel whose name was Sha’ya’ (Isaiah); “Stand up among your people the Children of Israel and I shall cause your tongue to utter (words of) revelation. I shall send an unlettered […]
Excellence of Invoking Blessings upon the Prophet | Durood/Salawat
Extracted chapter from the Ihya ‘Ulum al-Deen of Imam Ghazali, Vol. 1 God says: God and His angels send blessings upon the Prophet. O those who believe, send blessings on him and salaam (peace). It has been narrated that the Prophet said, being satisfied: ‘Jibra’il came to me and said: “O Muhammad, may Allah’s peace and blessings be […]