Thanking Allah through Honoring Our Parents

بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم 

Thanking Allah through Honoring Our Parents

Allah Most High says,  

وَقَضَىٰ رَبُّكَ أَلَّا تَعْبُدُوا إِلَّا إِيَّاهُ وَبِالْوَالِدَيْنِ إِحْسَانًا ۚ إِمَّا يَبْلُغَنَّ عِندَكَ الْكِبَرَ أَحَدُهُمَا أَوْ كِلَاهُمَا فَلَا تَقُل لَّهُمَا أُفٍّ وَلَا تَنْهَرْهُمَا وَقُل لَّهُمَا قَوْلًا كَرِيمًا

And your Lord has decreed that you not worship except Him, and to parents, good treatment. Whether one or both of them reach old age [while] with you, say not to them [so much as], "uff," and do not repel them but speak to them a noble word. (Surah Al-Isra 17:23) 

Allah reminds us that worshipping Him and honoring our parents go hand in hand. Showing love, respect, and patience toward our parents is one of the best ways to thank Allah for the blessing of having them. Even a small act of kindness, like speaking gently or caring for them in old age is counted as gratitude to Allah. When we honor our parents, we are really showing thanks to the One who gave them to us.

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Praise from the Prophet ﷺ : Salim Mawla Abi Hudhaifa

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Praise from the Prophet ﷺ : Salim Mawla Abi Hudhaifa

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: “Take the Qur’an from four: Ibn Mas‘ud, Salim the freed slave of Abu Hudhayfah, Ubayy ibn Ka‘b, and Mu‘adh ibn Jabal.” (Bukhari & Muslim)

Salim, mawla Abu Hudhayfah was originally a Persian slave. He was freed by Abu Hudhayfah ibn ‘Utbah, a prominent Qurayshi companion, and adopted as a son before adoption was later nullified in Islamic law (Surah Al-Ahzab:5). 

After his emancipation, Salim became a highly regarded member of the Muslim community and one of the foremost memorizers (huffaz) of the Qur’an. He was a teacher of the Qur’an and known for his deep sincerity and love for Allah. He fought bravely in the Battle of Yamamah during Abu Bakar’s caliphate, and was martyred. He was considered one of the greatest Qur’an martyrs. 

Salim's inclusion among the four companions from whom the Prophet ﷺ said to learn the Qur’an is a testament to Islam’s meritocratic values: a former slave, non-Arab man was honored for his knowledge, sincerity, and taqwa.

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The Blessings of Rabiʿ al-Awwal and the Importance of Seerah

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The Blessings of Rabiʿ al-Awwal and the Importance of Seerah

Rabiʿ al-Awwal is a very special month for Muslims because it’s the month when Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was born. His coming into the world was a great blessing, as he brought guidance, mercy, and light to all of humanity. During this month, many Muslims take time to remember his life, learn from his example, and send prayers and blessings upon him. It’s also an important time to study the Seerah—the life story of the Prophet ﷺ—because through it we learn how he lived, how he treated others, and how he handled challenges. Studying the Seerah helps us apply his teachings in our daily lives and strengthen our love and connection to him.

اللهم صلِّ على محمدٍ وعلى آل محمد

O Allah, send blessings upon Muhammad and upon the family of Muhammad

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Let’s Read Surah Kahf Today (Friday): Eternal Home of Peace and Happiness

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Let’s Read Surah Kahf Today (Friday): Eternal Home of Peace and Happiness

Allah says, “Indeed, those who have believed and done righteous deeds - they will have the Gardens of Paradise as a lodging, Wherein they abide eternally. They will not desire from it any transfer.” 

(Quran, Al-Kahf 18:108-109)

These ayahs tell us that those who truly believe in Allah and do good will be rewarded with Paradise forever. It’s not just a temporary place, but their permanent home where they will always be happy and content. Unlike this world, where people often get bored or want something new, in Paradise they will never wish to move or change, because it will be perfect in every way.

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The Three Beautiful Responses in the Qur’an

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The Three Beautiful Responses in the Qur’an

In the Qur’an, Allah teaches us three “beautiful” ways to handle life’s struggles: ṣabr jameel (beautiful patience) in Surah Yusuf (12:18), hajr jameel (beautiful avoidance) in Surah al-Muzzammil (73:10), and ṣafḥ jameel (beautiful forgiveness) in Surah al-Hijr (15:85). 

Beautiful patience means holding on in tough times without complaining to people, only turning to Allah. 

Beautiful avoidance means stepping away from those who cause harm or trouble, but doing so calmly and with dignity, not in anger. 

Beautiful forgiveness means letting go of grudges and forgiving others with a clean heart. 

Put together, these three teach us how to stay strong, peaceful, and close to Allah when facing trials or dealing with difficult people.

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