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I turn to you Ya Allah ; I stand before you with an open heart
A heart which longs for you to reciprocate the love that it embraces
Oh Allah I am ready to follow your way and make a clean start
For it is your path now that my heart entirely encompasses
I now take pleasure in surrendering myself to you Ar Raheem
With my forehead on the ground only for you Al Kareem
Without you Ya Allah I am not anything
My life has no purpose, no meaning
Without you Ya Allah what do I have?
Nothing, except an empty, vacant feeling in my heart
Walking blindly with no clear path,
Everything seems pointless and futile
But with you in my life, Ya Allah , my struggles seem worthwhile
With you in my life my heart is bursting with emotions
No longer do I feel dissatisfaction and frustration
But instead a deep passion, such a wonderful sensation
An uplifting feeling, a feeling of ecstasy
I thank you Allah for your path has healed me
Your words have enveloped my very soul
And as I utter these words I feel whole
My heart feels content, fulfilled and complete
And all it longs for now is the day when we will finally meet.

By sister Hina

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Asalaamu Alaaikum wa Rahmtullah! 

Jumuah Mubarak dear Muslim brothers and sisters!

SubhanAllah,it’s Friday already, time is going by so fast, May Allah increase us in goodness and not make us of those who waste their time, ameen

The (video) lecture for this friday is about Khushoo in Salah! What is Khushoo!? Listen to the talk and find out, insha’Allah :)

Lecture Info: In this Lecture, Shaykh Yaser Birjas diagnoses a malaise affecting our Salah, the second most important aspect of our religion after the Shahadah.  He explains why we do not benefit from our Salah, why our minds are distracted, and why our prayers are sometimes mere chores of the limbs.  This lecture opens our minds to the causes for the above problems and goes on to propose a practical methodology by which we can strengthen our connection with the Creator.  InshAllah, by the end of this lecture, we will be able to recognize the problems affecting our Salah, realize the importance of Khushoo, as well as learn techniques of gaining Khushoo in Salah.

Speaker:  Sheikh Yasir Birjas (of Al Maghrib Institute)

Here are some reminders for Jumuah:

Reminders for Friday:
1) Read Surat Al-Kahf (The Cave), chapter 18
2) Pray on the Prophet (pbuh) many times
3) Attend the sermon quietly — no speaking.
4) Make du’aa for your Muslim brothers and sisters all over the world.

Narrated Abu Said Al-Khudri:

Allah ’s Apostle (pbuh) said, “The taking of a bath on Friday is compulsory for every male (Muslim) who has attained the age of puberty.”Narrated Abu Huraira:
Allah ’s Apostle (p.b.u.h) said, “When the Imam is delivering the Khutba, and you ask your companion to keep quiet and listen, then no doubt you have done an evil act.”

 Jabir b. ‘Abdullah reported that while Allah ’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) was delivering the sermon on Friday a person came there, and the Apostle of Allah (may peace be upon him) said to him: So and so, have you prayed (two rak’ahs)? He said: No. He (the Holy Prophet) said: Then stand and pray.

The above hadith are all narrated from Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim-

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Asalaaamu Alaaaikum wa Rahmatullah

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Sheikh Salman al-Oadah

It is good to unwind. It is good to take some time to reflect on life, to take delight in it and seek balance in the good things life has to offer. Sometimes this means we have to take a couple of steps back and look at things from a slightly different angle.

We see this in the way Allah addresses His Messenger (peace be upon him). He says: “Had We not expanded for you your breast, and relieved you of your burdens which weighed you down?” [Sûrah al-Inshirâh: 1-3]

Allah also says: “Did He not find you an orphan and give you shelter? And found thee wandering, and gave thee guidance? And found you in need and made you free of want?” [Sûrah al-Duhâ: 6-8]

There is nothing wrong with breaking your monotonous daily routine and trying out something different in order to inspire you, revitalize your way of thinking, and return your mind to a relaxed and balanced state, one that puts you in greater emotional harmony with your surroundings and with other people.

You need to be able to read the signs your body gives you and understand its needs. You need to know the warning signs that you have reached your limit.

Allah says: “Therefore, when you art free (from your immediate task), still labour hard, and to your Lord turn (all) thy attention. ” [Sûrah al-Sharh: 7-8]

He says: “Truly, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest! ” [Sûrah al-Ra`d: 28]

Do not wear yourself down and do not take on more than you can handle. Your body has rights over you, and so does your inner self. A human perspective is better for our bodily well-being than angelic aspirations. Such a perspective is more stable and less in need of compromise down the road.

You should keep an open mind and be ready for the unexpected. Be prepared for the demands of you might have to face. The best kind of success is where you are able to see what you achieve as being the best there is in life. This gives you an inner safeguard from the unforeseen obstacles that might get in your way.

We do not have to be running to get ahead at every moment or struggling to take in everything that life throws at u. Sometimes, a little spontaneity can provide us with invaluable insights. A certain freeness of spirit is needed for life to go easy.

If we really think about it, we will see that fretting over all possibilities to the point of confusion actually makes it more difficult for us to distinguish what is correct from what is in error.

You need to to keep the faith that life is but an interesting conundrum, and you should strengthen your resolve with the knowledge that whatever bad might befall us, something good will rise out of it as long as you are patient, are ready to keep a level head, and move forward. It is not naïve to let bad experiences run their course. In truth, most of the negativity we face stems from our thinking – quite falsely – that we can get through life without taking any hard knocks. We must accept that there will be ups and downs.

Allah says: “No calamity befalls save by Allah ’s leave. And whosoever believeth in Allah , He guides his heart.” [Sûrah al-Taghâbun: 11]

In Sahîh Muslim, Suhayb related that the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: “How amazing are the believer’s affairs; all his affairs are good for him. If good befalls him, he is grateful and that is good for him, and if he is afflicted by calamity he is patient and that is also good for him.”

Allah also tells us: “And when the true believers saw the clans, they said: This is what Allah and His messenger promised us would happen. What Allah and His messenger told us was true. It did but confirm them in their faith and acceptance.” [Sûrah al-Ahzâb: 22]

Praise be to Allah at all times and in all circumstances.

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Jumuah Mubarak ya Muslimeen!

Here is the lecture for this Friday, insha’Allah

(On a side-note, this Jumuah Mubarak is usually posted 1-2pm Pacific time, that might mean your Khutba was over HOURS ago, sorry for that!)

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*Taken from Dhikrullah*

Part 1 (Click to Listen): Download

Part 2 (Click to Listen): Download

Lecture Title: 25 Promises from Allah to the Believers

Lecture: Info: “This lively two CD Lecture presents many lessons and benefits for the Muslim Ummah in their time of need. This lecture will instill trust, reliance and hope in Allah , whilst strengthening a Muslim’s conviction knowing that Allah never fails in His promises”

Speaker: Sheikh Anwar Awlaki

Here are some reminders for Jumuah:

Reminders for Friday:
1) Read Surat Al-Kahf (The Cave), chapter 18
2) Pray on the Prophet (pbuh) many times
3) Attend the sermon quietly — no speaking.
4) Make du’aa for your Muslim brothers and sisters all over the world.

Narrated Abu Said Al-Khudri:

Allah ’s Apostle (pbuh) said, “The taking of a bath on Friday is compulsory for every male (Muslim) who has attained the age of puberty.”Narrated Abu Huraira:
Allah ’s Apostle (p.b.u.h) said, “When the Imam is delivering the Khutba, and you ask your companion to keep quiet and listen, then no doubt you have done an evil act.”

The above hadith are all narrated from Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim-

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Assalamu Alaykum wa Ramatullahi Wa Barakatu!

This is a very good video, masha’Allah .

Info: Do we shed tears for our sins? Do we repent to Allah , desperate for Him to forgive us? Do we even acknowledge our sins?

Unfortunately many of us don’t, and we continue to sin without repenting, mindless that we will be questioned for every detail of every second we spent in this life. We will then be humiliated in front of all of mankind, but more importantly, in front of our Creator.

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Asalaamu Alaaikum wa Rahmatullah!

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Asalaamu Alaaikum wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatu!

Jumuah Mubarak Oh Muslims!!

Insha’Allah , every Jumuah, we will post a lecture so that all may benefit insha’Allah . Today’s lecture is called:

Name: “Forgive Me When I Whine”

By: Brother Belal Assad

Info: “Oh Allah , oh Allah Forgive me when I whine I have two legs to walk upon And the world is mine..A lecture delivered by Bilal Assad on the importance of gratitude.”

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Here are some reminders for Jumuah:

Reminders for Friday:
1) Read Surat Al-Kahf (The Cave), chapter 18
2) Pray on the Prophet (pbuh) many times
3) Attend the sermon quietly — no speaking.
4) Make du’aa for your Muslim brothers and sisters all over the world.

Narrated Abu Said Al-Khudri:
Allah ’s Apostle (pbuh) said, “The taking of a bath on Friday is compulsory for every male (Muslim) who has attained the age of puberty.”Narrated Abu Huraira:
Allah ’s Apostle (p.b.u.h) said, “When the Imam is delivering the Khutba, and you ask your companion to keep quiet and listen, then no doubt you have done an evil act.”

Jabir b. ‘Abdullah reported that while Allah ’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) was delivering the sermon on Friday a person came there, and the Apostle of Allah (may peace be upon him) said to him: So and so, have you prayed (two rak’ahs)? He said: No. He (the Holy Prophet) said: Then stand and pray.The above hadith are all narrated from Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim-

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Asalaamu Alaaikum

Surat An-Naba recited by Qari Mishary bin Rashid al Efasy.

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 Translation:

 78. Surah An-Naba’ (The Great News)

1. What are they asking (one another)?

2. About the great news, (i.e. Islâmic Monotheism, the Qur’ân, which Prophet Muhammad (SAW) brought and the Day of Resurrection, etc.),

3. About which they are in disagreement.

4. Nay, they will come to know!

5. Nay, again, they will come to know!

6. Have We not made the earth as a bed,

7. And the mountains as pegs?

8. And We have created you in pairs (male and female, tall and short, good and bad, etc.).

9. And have made your sleep as a thing for rest.

10. And have made the night as a covering (through its darkness),

11. And have made the day for livelihood.

12. And We have built above you seven strong (heavens),

13. And have made (therein) a shining lamp (sun).

14. And have sent down from the rainy clouds abundant water.

15. That We may produce therewith corn and vegetations,

16. And gardens of thick growth.

17. Verily, the Day of Decision is a fixed time,

18. The Day when the Trumpet will be blown, and you shall come forth in crowds (groups);

19. And the heaven shall be opened, and it will become as gates,

20. And the mountains shall be moved away from their places and they will be as if they were a mirage.

21. Truly, Hell is a place of ambush,

22. A dwelling place for the Tâghûn (those who transgress the boundry limits set by Allâh like polytheists, disbelievers in the Oneness of Allâh, hyprocrites, sinners, criminals, etc.),

23. They will abide therein for ages,

24. Nothing cool shall they taste therein, nor any drink.

25. Except boiling water, and dirty wound discharges.

26. An exact recompense (according to their evil crimes).

27. For verily, they used not to look for a reckoning.

28. But they belied Our Ayât (proofs, evidences, verses, lessons, signs, revelations, and that which Our Prophet (Peace be upon him) brought) completely.

29. And all things We have recorded in a Book.

30. So taste you (the results of your evil actions); no increase shall We give you, except in torment.

31. Verily, for the Muttaqûn, there will be a success (Paradise);

32. Gardens and grapeyards;

33. And young full-breasted (mature) maidens of equal age;

34. And a full cup (of wine).

35. No Laghw (dirty, false, evil talk) shall they hear therein, nor lying;

36. A reward from your Lord, an ample calculated gift (according to the best of their good deeds).

37. (From) the Lord of the heavens and the earth, and whatsoever is in between them, the Most Beneficent, none can dare to speak with Him (on the Day of Resurrection except after His Leave).

38. The Day that Ar-Rûh [Jibrael (Gabriel) or another angel] and the angels will stand forth in rows, none shall speak except him whom the Most Beneficent (Allâh) allows, and he will speak what is right.

39. That is without doubt the True Day, so, whosoever wills, let him seek a place with (or a way to) His Lord (by obeying Him in this worldly life)!

40. Verily, We have warned you of a near torment, the Day when man will see that (the deeds) which his hands have sent forth, and the disbeliever will say: “Woe to me! Would that I were dust!”

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