Here is today's reflection from the Quran:
"O you who believe! be God conscious and speak the right word." [Quran 33:70]
The verse from Sura Ahzab exhorts believers in particular to speak
"Qawlan Sadid", words that are truthful, just, appropriate. The term sadid comes from the word sadd which is a dam, a barrier. Just as the force of water needs to be tamed in order to be benefcial, similarly our words need to be disciplined in order to hit the mark.
The reward for such language in spelled out in the following verse where Allah says: that He may set your deeds aright for you, and forgive you your sins. [Quran 33:71]
The expression qawl sadid signifies, literally, "a saying that hits the mark", words that are truthful, relevant and to the point. It is speech that is upright and free from any corruption. It means speaking in a way such that the outward expression corresponds to the inward meaning of what we trying to say. This applies specially when we are giving testimonies or...
Here is today's reflection from the Quran:
And speak to them a generous word [Quran 17:23]
This segment is from a verse in Sura Isra. [the full verse is this: And your Lord has commanded that you shall not serve (any) but Him, and goodness to your parents. If either or both of them reach old age with you, say not to them (so much as) "Ugh" nor chide them, and speak to them a generous word
Here Allah is advising us that an important part of honouring and showing goodness to your parents is how you speak to them.
Qawlan Kariman means noble words, gentle and soft words showing honour and esteem.
We have a major obligation of excellence of conduct towards our parents. After God, they are the most important object of our love, attention and affection.
And because children mean so much to parents, the hearts of parents tend to be very sensitive towards their children. And they become more sensitive as parents age, when roles are reversed and when they may be forced to depend on those to...
Here is today's reflection from the Quran:
And say to My servants (that) they speak that which is best[17:53]
This verse from Sura Bani Israel lays out the general and foundational principle for speech in Islam: Speak that which is Ahsan (beautiful, excellent, kind)
That which is the best encapsulates all rules and principles of good communication. The famous saying (which has been attributed to many different sages and masters over the years) comes to mind:
Before you speak, let your words pass through three gates:
At the first gate, ask yourself "Is it true?"
At the second gate ask, "Is it necessary?"
At the third gate ask, "Is it kind?"
This saying, although clichéd, has the wisdom to help us pause and become conscious of our words. Because talking is so natural we are often unaware of the power of our spoken words, our speech can sometimes run away from our mouths before we have had a chance to engage our brains.
So let us explore these three...
Here is today's reflection from the Quran:
Here is today's reflection from the Quran:
Here is today's reflection from the Quran:
Here is today's reflection from the Quran:
Here is today's reflection from the Quran:
O mankind! There has indeed come to you an advice from your Lord, and a cure for that which lies within breasts, and a guidance, and a mercy for the believers. (Surat Yūnus, 10:57)
This verse from Sura Yunus is addressed to mankind as a whole and lays out four functions of the Quran. In a sense, we can say that it is the Quran self-defining what its role is:
The verse says that the Quran:
1. Is a maw‘idhah which has several meanings: A maw’idhah is a piece of wise advice, a reminder to do good that is done gently, with care and concern.
• It is a reminder to stay away from evil.
• It is the kind of advice that affects the heart of the listener or has the potential to affect receptive hearts
2. It is a Shiffaun: A cure for what is in the chests.
• A cure for the diseases of the heart such as doubt, jealousy, hypocrisy and all sorts of spiritual and emotional ailments.
• Imam Ali (as) said that it contains a cure...
Ramadan Mubarak to you and yours!
Today inshallah, lets reflect on the Sermon of the Holy Prophet (saw) Welcoming the Month of Ramadan.
The Holy Prophet (saw) addressed his followers on the day before Ramadan and said:
O People !
Indeed the blessed month of Allah has approached you laden with His Mercy, Blessings and Forgiveness.
Reflection: These are the energies that are abundant in this month, ours for the taking. The invitation is for all – not just those who are the most observant – it is addressed to mankind as a whole. This is sacred and precious time, to be used wisely.
It is a month which with Allah is the best of months. Its days are the best of days, its nights, the best of nights, and its hours are the best of hours.
Reflection: Sometimes we ask ourselves what is the problem if we carried on with our normal lives, or spend the long days entertaining ourselves so that the time of fasting is easier.
This statement, and the rest of the sermon answers this...
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