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Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Fwd: How to conquer your fears M. NajimudeeN. Bsc-INDIA

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: "M.Farouk Radwan" <farouk@2knowmyself.com>
Date: Mon, 7 Oct 2013 08:43:40 -0400
Subject: How to conquer your fears M. NajimudeeN. Bsc-INDIA
To: "M. NajimudeeN. Bsc-INDIA" <aydnajimudeen@gmail.com>

How fear limits your potential
Hi M. NajimudeeN. Bsc-INDIA,
How are you?

I just came back from a wonderful vacation in Cyprus. During the
vacation me and my friends came across a relatively high cliff located
beside the beach.

We thought about jumping off the cliff into the sea but we were
stopped by a warning sign we found nearby. The problem wasn't with the
height of the cliff but rather with the rocks resting below the cliff
that were clearly visible from above.

When you stand on the edge of the cliff all what you can see is the
transparent water with massive rocks beneath it.

Diving strictly prohibited, you may seriously harm yourself
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Both the sight of the rocks and the warning sign forced us to give up
on jumping and to wait until the closed water sports section reopens
so that we ask about a safe spot to jump from.

one hour later someone who already jumped before told the people on
the cliff that they can jump safely in this area and that the rocks
they see below the sea lie too deep beneath it. Suddenly people
started gathering on the cliff and jumping one by one. By the time i
arrived back to the cliff i found that 4 people had already jumped.

Rocks below the sea clearly visible from above
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How your thoughts promote fear

My turn came after few minutes and i found myself standing on the edge
of the cliff thinking about jumping. I felt really afraid as many
thoughts came to my mind. What if i hit a rock below the sea? What if
i hit a rock on my way to the bottom? what if something wrong
happened? Why is this warning sign here??

After 10 seconds of thinking i made my mind and decided to jump.

The jump
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For the first millisecond i felt really scared but after that i felt
that i made a great achievement that i have never done before. I
conquered my fear and discovered many facts about dealing with fear in
those few seconds! (see How to become fearless in life)

Just like i said in the Solid Self confidence program as soon as you
proof something to your subconscious mind it gives you a quick
confidence boost. I always believed i am a brave person but my in
order for my subconscious mind to believe me it had to see a real
proof.

After that jump my subconscious mind made sure even more that i am a
brave person and as a result that belief became stronger. People asked
me earlier how to change their beliefs and i replied saying that it
can't be done by affirmations or day dreaming but it can only be done
by serious actions.

How to conquer your fears

So what can this story teach us about conquering fear?

1) Fear is only in your mind: The jump wasn't as risky as it seemed
but our fears were fueled by our thoughts and the warning sign. Many
people attempt to do things that aren't really scary but few seconds
later they find themselves terrified as a result of the thoughts that
came to their minds. Public speaking is a good example that shows how
your thoughts can let you end up feeling terrified even if you were
feeling good moments ago (see also Self confidence and fear)
2) People scare each other: Most people on the beach never jumped.
When people get scared they scare others as well without intending to
do so. If you want to be brave then you must first understand that
most people are not brave and that following the crowd will only make
you a coward (see also 5 reasons you should never follow the crowd)
3)Its OK to be afraid as long as you keep moving forward: All the
people who jumped that day felt afraid but they kept moving forward
and they did it. In other words, its OK to feel afraid as long as you
don't let this fear stop you.(see also How to have courage)
4) Brave people infect each other: Right after few people jumped many
people who never thought about jumping did it as well. Just like
scared people scare each other brave people infect each other with
courage. In short, you must have at least one brave friend in order to
get a good dose of courage) (see also What is real courage)

Finally i want you to be careful. Had we knew that anyone got injured
in the past by jumping from that cliff we would have never done it.
Courage is not about getting yourself injured or even killed but its
all about differentiating between real danger and perceived danger
that is unreal.

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Dua when waking up at night

اللهً أَكْبَرْ x10
سُبْحَان الله x10
أَسْتَغْفِرُ الله x10
اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لِي وَاهْدِنِي، وَارْزُقْنِي وَعَافِنِي،
أَعُوذُ بِاللَّهِ مِنْ ضِيقِ الْمَقَامِ يَوْمَ الْقِيَامَةِ
Translation
The prophet (may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) used to
say the following before starting the Night Prayer:
Allah is the greatest! (10 times)
How far from imperfections Allah is! (10 times)
O Allah, forgive me! (10 times)
O Allah, forgive me and guide me [to righteousness], provide me
subsistence and grant my body health.
I seek refuge in Allah from the tightness (or suffocation) of my
standing on the day of judgement.
Transliteration
Al-laahu Akbar x10
Subḥaan-allaah x10
Astaghfi-rul-laah x10
Allaahumma-ghfir lee wah-dinee, war-zuqnee wa ‛aafinee,
A‛oodhu bil-laahi min ḍeeqi-lmaqaami tawmal-qi-yaamah
Sources: Abu Dawud No# 766 An-Nasa'i No# 1617, 5535 Ibn Majah No# 1356

Dua and remembrance to be said at any time

اللهُمَّ أَصْلِحْ لِي دِينِي الَّذِي هُوَ عِصْمَةُ أَمْرِي، وَأَصْلِحْ
لِي دُنْيَايَ الَّتِي فِيهَا مَعَاشِي، وَأَصْلِحْ لِي آخِرَتِي الَّتِي
فِيهَا مَعَادِي، وَاجْعَلِ الْحَيَاةَ زِيَادَةً لِي فِي كُلِّ خَيْرٍ،
وَاجْعَلِ الْمَوْتَ رَاحَةً لِي مِنْ كُلِّ شَرٍّ
Translation
O Allah perfect for me my religion on which success of all my affairs
depends, and perfect my worldly affairs on which my livelihood
depends, and perfect my hereafter to which I will return, and make in
life for me an increase of all good, and make death for me a comfort
from all evil
Transliteration
allaahumma aṣliḥ lee deeni al-ladhi huwa ‛ismatu amree, wa aṣliḥ lee
dun-yaai-a al-lati feeha ma‛aashee, wa aṣliḥ lee aakhiratee al-lati
feeha ma‛aadee, waj-‛alil ḥayaata zyaadatan lee fee kulli khair
wal-mawta raaḥatan lee min kulli shar
Sources: Muslim No# 2720

Dua seeking good in this world and in the hereafter

رَبَّنَآ ءَاتِنَا فِى ٱلدُّنْيَا حَسَنَةً وَفِى ٱلْأَخِرَةِ حَسَنَةً
وَقِنَا عَذَابَ ٱلنَّارِ
Translation
And of them there are some (righteous believers) who say:
"Our Lord! Give us in this world that which is good and in the
Hereafter that which is good, and save us from the torment of the Hell
Fire!"
Note:
1. It is incorrect to ask from Allah for this world only. Allah
mentions this misbehavior in the preceding ayah as;
… But of mankind there are some who say: "Our Lord! Give us (Your
Bounties) in this world!" and for such there will be no portion in the
Hereafter. (2:200)
2. This was one dua the prophet of Allah (may the peace and blessings
of Allah be upon him) used to say in abundance.
Transliteration
rabbanaaa aatinaa fid-dunyaa ḥasanatan wa fil-aakhirati ḥasanatan wa
qinaa ‛adhaab-an-naar
Sources: Surah Al-Baqarah (2:201)

Believers' bonds of love are a shield that eliminates oppression

Why do Muslims love one another?
What is the measure by which Muslims love one another?
How does Mr. Adnan Oktar describe the conception of love that comes
as a blessing from Allah?
One of the main characteristics of Muslims is that they have a great
love of Allah, Allah's messengers and prophets and for all Muslims
who seek Allah's approval. This bond of love and friendship between
believers is revealed as follows in the Qur'an:
" Your friend is only Allah and His Messenger and those who have
iman: those who establish prayer and pay alms, and bow." (Surat
al-Ma'ida, 55)
Muslims Love for One Another Is a Manifestation of the Profound
Love and Passion for Allah
The true source of Muslims' love for one another is their profound
love of Allah. Believers whose aim in the life of this world is to
earn the approval and mercy of Allah and paradise spend their whole
lives for Allah. As revealed in the Qur'an in the verse " Say: 'My
prayer and my rites, my living and my dying, are for Allah alone,
the Lord of all the worlds, " (Surat al-An'am, 162) , they seek to
earn Allah's approval in all they do and in all their behavior. The
love of believers who dedicate all they have to earning Allah's
approval is also for Allah alone.
The love of a believer who knows Allah, who witnesses His might and
greatness at every moment and who feels His love, affection and
mercy throughout his life, is incomparable stronger than any other
love. His love for other believers will similarly be powerful and
profound since it is based on love of Allah. The fact that he knows
that the friendship he enjoys with other believers will last for all
time in the hereafter is another reason for that being very strong
and permanent. Allah cites the moral values of the Prophet John
(pbuh) in the Qur'an as an example of the love of believers:
"[After the child had been born and grown We said], 'John, take
hold of the Book with vigor.' We gave him judgment while still a
child, and tenderness and purity from Us – he had piety –" (Surah
Maryam, 12-13)
Our Prophet (saas) also reveals in the hadiths that believers' love
for one another is for Allah's approval:
Abu Zarr (pbuh) relates: "Rasulullah (saas) said: "The most virtuous
of deeds is to love for Allah's sake and to hate for Allah's sake."
(Kütüb-i Sitte, Vol. 10, p. 140; Abû Dâvud, Sünnet 3, 4599)
"The strongest bonds of faith are friendship for Allah, enmity for
Allah and love for Allah." (Kütüb-i Sitte, Vol. 10, p. 141)
Believers with a great love and fear of Allah and who honestly
strive for His approval of them, are auspicious people who bring
beauty to the world. Because of these superior virtues they also
love Allah's creations, feel affection and compassion for them, and
wish to protect them and do them good.
Allah has revealed that in return for this fine love and their
sincere devotion to our Lord that stem from the faith in believers'
hearts and their fear of Him, they will be rewarded with paradise,
the place of the best love and devotion.
The Qur'an is the Basis of Love
Our Lord does not only command His servants to love in the Qur'an. He
also describes in detail what form the foundation of love will
take. For example, He reveals that at the basis of a person's love
for someone else will lie patience, loyalty, generosity, care,
truthfulness, courage, protectiveness and loving other more than
one loves oneself. Allah refers to this love as follows in the
Qur'an:
" Those who were already settled in the abode, and in faith, before
they came, love those who have made pilrgrimage to them and do not
find in their hearts any need for what they have been given and
prefer them to themselves even if they themselves are needy. It is
the people who are safe-guarded from the avarice of their own
selves who are successful." (Surat al-Hashr, 9)
As revealed in this verse, characteristics such as consideration,
loyalty and fortitude are the most significant indicators of love.
People who are egotistical and selfish, and not patient and
forgiving, are totally devoid of true love. Our Lord, who of course
has a flawless knowledge of the behavior and attitudes of the
servants He creates, their psychology in other words, describes the
features of people who are loveless and do not behave in accordance
with the moral values of the Qur'an in detail in that book, and
thus makes it easier for Muslims to identify those characteristics.
Allah reveals in the Qur'an that hard work and care and attention
are necessary for love. He notes that loves needs to be tended, just
like a flower. Some people who do not know the true love that
Allah describes in the Qur'an imagine that love is dependent on
physical appearance and that people can only be loved if they are
attractive. Yet people's anatomical structures consist of flesh,
fat, bone and blood; therefore, were it not for the skin, the work
of Allah's matchless creation, there would be very little about people
to like. People who turn their love toward matter do not in fact
love that appearance. It is at this point that the basis of the
true love that believers feel for one another emerges. This is
because believers love people, not just for their external
appearance, but for the moral virtues they embody in their souls.
And it is believers who live by the moral values of the Qur'an and
seek the approval of Allah who possesses these moral qualities. For
that reason, MUSLIMS LOVE OTHER MUSLIMS. AND AMONG MUSLIMS, THEY
MOST LOVE THOSE THEY REGARD AS HAVING THE MOST PIETY AND BEING THE
MOST SINCERE BECAUSE ACCORDING TO THE QUR'AN, LOVE IS DEPENDENT ON
PEITY, AND MUSLIMS MOST LOVE THE PERSON THEY REGARD AS HAVING MOST
OF ALLAH'S APPROVAL. This is revealed as follows in a verse :
" Some people set up equals to Allah, loving them as they should
love Allah. But those who have faith have greater love for Allah. If
only you could see those who do wrong at the time when they see the
punishment, and that truly all strength belongs to Allah, and that
Allah is severe in punishment." (Surat al-Baqara, 165)

Allah Has Created a Powerful Love amongMuslims

The love among Muslims is a naturally occurring love resulting from
a faith-based sincerity. Is not based on any self-interest;
believers love one another solely for Allah's approval. This
sincere love also brings with it a lofty conception of humility.
And when love and humility are combined together, the result is a
powerful bond among Muslims.
The people to whom believers most direct their love as
manifestations of Allah are their brothers in faith. As our Lord
says in one verse, "The faithful are brothers..." (Surat
al-Hujurat, 10), Muslims are one anothers brothers. Therefore, as
with blood brothers, the relationship between Muslims is based on a
profound love, and they watch over and protect one another.
Allah gives love to the heart of every Muslim who loves Him, fears
Him and genuinely strives to seek His approval. Our Lord states that
it is His Presence that creates love among believers:
" As for those who have faith and do right actions, the All-Merciful
will bestow His love on them." (Surah Maryam, 96)
Since these people love Allah, they will also love His creations and
feel affection and compassion for them. They will wish to protect
them and seek the best for them. As Allah tells believers, whom He
has made his best and most virtuous servants:
" Say: 'I do not ask you for any wage for this –except for you to
love your near of kin. If anyone does a good action,We will
increase the good of it for him. Allah is Ever-Forgiving,
Ever-Thankful'." (Surat ash-Shura, 23)
Muslims Loving One Another in This World Is a Moral Virtue of Paradise
It is incompatible with Qur'anic moral values for the bond of love
that Muslims feel for one another to be limited to a small
community. That bond of love must include all sects and communities
and even the entire Islamic world. Allah disapproves of coldness,
and even conflict, between sects and communities. All Muslims must
hope to enter paradise and strive for that by doing good works. But
in order to enter paradise they must love one another. In paradise,
all Muslims are a single community, and verses reveal that Muslims
will recognize one another there, talk with one another, be friends
and love one another:
" in Gardens of Delight. A large group of the earlier people but few
of the later ones.
On sumptuous woven couches, reclining on them face to face." (Surat
al-Waki'ah, 12-16)
Another verse reveals that brotherhood, profound love and devotion
among Muslims is one of the features of paradise as follows.
" We will strip away any rancor in their hearts – brothers, resting
on couches face-to-face." (Surat al-Hijr, 47)
Muslims are a single community in paradise, and there are no
communities or groups that do not love another, and everyone is
equal. There is also an obligation for his model in paradise as
described in the verses to be adopted and implemented in this
world, too. Allah warns Muslims in another verse that they must be
very considerate of one another and that there must be a bond of
love between them, and He reveals that this will be pleasing to
Him:
" Allah loves those who fight in His Way in ranks like well-built
walls." (Surat as-Saff, 4)

The Darwinist deception is a disgrace against all mankind!

For the last 150 years, people have been obliged to believe in
Darwinism as an official ideology.
THE WORLD MUST FINALLY PUT AN END TO BEING TAKEN IN BY THE LIE THAT
IS DARWINISM.
DARWINISTS HAVE CONCEALED 350 MILLION FOSSILS THAT PROVE CREATION.
THEY HAVE CONCEALED THE FACT THAT NO TRANSITIONAL FORM FOSSILS EXIST.
THEY HAVE CONCEALED THE FACT THAT NOT EVEN A SINGLE PROTEIN CAN COME
INTO BEING BY CHANCE and have made people believe the lie that "life
emerged by chance."
They have pointed to FALSE SKULLS as evidence for the supposed
evolution of man.
THE HAVE PERPETRATED FRAUDS. They have produced hoax fossils and
shamelessly exhibited these for decades.
They have used the EQUINE EVOLUTION SERIES, WHICH IS KNOWN TO BE
FALSE, as supposed proof for evolution in school textbooks.
They have tried use the SO-CALLED INDUSTRIAL EVOLUTION MOTHS WHICH
THEY FORMED BY STICKING THE MOTHS ONTO TREES and photographed as
evidence for evolution by natural selection.
THEY KEPT CAMBRIAN FOSSILS, which are definitive proof of creation,
CONCEALED FOR 70 YEARS.
They have spread the lie that MUTATIONS AND NATURAL SELECTION GIVE
RISE TO NEW LIFE FORMS, even though this is scientifically
impossible.
AND NOW THEY ARE TERRIFIED OF FOSSILS THAT PROVE THAT EVOLUTION
NEVER HAPPENED!
Fossils, which people occasionally come across in their gardens, by
the sea or down in mines and which can easily be found by anyone,
have literally turned into a nightmare for Darwinists.
The teaching and propagation of evolution, a pagan idea that has
come down to us from the Sumerians, is imposed by the Darwinist
dictatorship, while all kinds of efforts are made to suppress the
exhibition and discussion of fossils, concrete proof of creation.
The aim is to keep the scientific facts hidden under pressure from
communists, atheists and materialists. Darwinists' great fear of
science is proof of the wretched nature of their ideology.
If Darwinists were really confident of their theory there would be no
need for them to panic in the face of the facts revealed by
science. Instead of trying to muffle science with the fascistic
methods of the last century, they could just produce their own
evidence, if they had any. But that they can never do BECAUSE THERE
IS NOT ONE SINGLE SCIENTIFIC FINDING TO SUPPORT EVOLUTION. BECAUSE
SCIENCE REFUTES EVOLUTION!

Health Guidelines For Hajj And Umrah - (to be continued )

As a prophylaxis and also as treatment in some cases, a cheap
anti-fungal in the form of a generic anti-fungal can be useful. More
expensive preparations, which are cosmetically better, are available
and may be in a spray or powder form. The spray and powder form can be
used inside shoes and sandles where the fungus may still be present.
Treatment must start well before departure so that the infection can
be treated adequately.
Only prophylactic treatment may then be needed. Treat fungal
infections well before departure to prevent complications.
Diabetics
Tea ordered from a take-away place may have sugar added to it.
Fruit juices that are made in take-away places have large amounts of
sugar added to them to make the juice taste sweet. It is not wise to
assume that the fruit juice that is available has not had sugar added
to it. Please read labels of fruit juice containers to make sure
whether sugar is added or not.
Diabetics must make sure that no sugar is added. Fruit juices are
plentiful and extremely tempting.
Please make sure that diabetic control is at its optimum. Together
with a Doctor's help optimal diabetic control should start at least
two months before departure to make sure that control is good and the
correct medication is taken. Take your glucose monitor (glucometer)
with you and enough strips to last you for the duration of your stay.
Test your glucose level regularly and write down the results. This
becomes important if a Doctor needs to be consulted.
A proper diabetic diet is very important. Some people would have their
food included in their accommodation package. The hotels provide food
for many people who do not have special dietary requirements.
Diabetics should make their own arrangements where possible, e.g., use
brown bread which can be bought easily instead of the tempting
white-flour rolls or bread that may be on offer, or the abundant white
rice that may be prepared.
Diabetics must take extra care of their feet. Treat scratches and even
tiny cuts and fungal infections promptly with an antibiotic cream like
Bactroban until they heal.
Apply extra moisturiser to keep the skin supple and elastic.
Urea-based moisturizers are the best.
Care of nails on feet is also important. Remember that open sandals
will be worn for the duration of Hajj. Nails should be well trimmed
and not "catch" on clothes.
When walking, allow enough space in front so that feet are not
trampled. If a fidgety or panicky person is in front of you, move to
another place.
Complications from wounds can easily arise in diabetics resulting in
unnecessary pain and discomfort and a possibility of missing Hajj.
Following a diabetic diet is very important always but especially
before and during Hajj. Correct medication and good control must be
maintained throughout your stay. Take your glucose monitor with you
with enough test strips to last you for the duration of your stay.
High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure must be well controlled. Start at least three
months before departure. Visit your Doctor regularly so that if a
change in medication is necessary, it can be introduced and
established before your departure. It is not enough to have your blood
pressure checked at a Pharmacy or a nursing sister. Your whole body
would need to be checked.
Have your blood pressure checked regularly whilst you are there.
Gout
Those who suffer from gout must make sure that they continue their
preventative medication. They should also take with them a supply of
medicines that usually helps them during an attack of gout. Gout
usually affects the feet causing swelling and severe pain.
Asthma
Those who suffer from asthma must ensure that their asthma is well
controlled with preventative medications. Good control must be
achieved before departure. Adequate supplies of medications must be
taken, especially preventative medications, broncho-dilator inhalers
and tablets.
If well controlled, asthma should not pose a problem during Hajj and Umrah.
Both Makkah and Medinahhave a dry climate. There is very little pollen
in the air. Due to the dry climate, house dust mite population is also
low. Cockroach allergy may cause a problem for those who are allergic
to cockroach droppings. Those with hyper-reactive airways sensitive to
other pollutants should ensure that they control their asthma well.
Asthmatics must seek medical attention as soon as their normal
medication stops helping them.
Good asthma control is essential for a hassle-free Hajj and Umrah.
Itchy conditions of the skin
People who suffer from skin conditions which cause intense itching,
e.g., eczema, lichen planus, psoriasis, etc., are advised to visit
their doctor to bring their condition under control to their best
ability well before departure. Medications, both tablets and creams
can be taken to stop the itching for the duration of the state of
Ihraam.
Moisturizers must be used liberally throughout the stay in the Holy
land, especially during Hajj. Make sure that the moisturizers do not
contain perfumes as perfumes are not allowed whilst in the state of
Ihraam.
Moisturizers have different strengths of oil in them. This affects
their ability to moisturize. The more the oil content, the more the
ability to moisturize. If a moisturizer is not moisturizing
adequately, then a "stronger" one is necessary.
Going from weak to strong, the following is a guide:
Aqueous cream – Cream E45 – Vaseline – Nutraderm – Nutraderm Plus – Heal balm.
For itchy conditions of the skin, moisturize, moisturize, moisturize.
Dental Care
There is nothing worse than having pain during Hajj. It can take all
your energy and concentration away. A toothache is one such condition
that can cause intense pain. To find a dentist during the Hajj period
will be very difficult. A dental check is essential well before
departure to make sure that all the teeth and gums are normal. If you
are unfortunate enough to suffer a toothache whilst you are there, a
course of a broad spectrum antibiotic will help the pain until you can
have it attended to after Hajj, Insha-Allah.
Have a dental check before departure to make sure that your teeth and
gums are all in order.
Eye care
People who have an eye problem, e.g., glaucoma, must make sure that
they take enough medication with them.
Those people who need reading glasses and those that cannot see well
without glasses should take a spare set of spectacles with them. If
your glasses break for some reason or is lost, it will not be possible
to find another suitable pair.
The white marble around the Haramain shine brilliantly in sunshine. It
can be over-whelming. Sun glasses can be used for those with sensitive
eyes.
PROBLEMS THAT MAY ARISE
The Prevention of Infections
In situations where there are crowds of people, infections are bound
to spread. Germs spread by droplets from our mouth as we speak or when
we cough or sneeze especially if phlegm is present, or by direct
contact as in kissing or sharing a cup, spoon, fork, etc.
Germs also spread via the faecal-oral route, as in the case of
diarrhoea or gastro-enteritis and hepatitis A. Protect children, as
they are the ones who come closest to us. Cover your mouth before you
cough so as not to spread the infection further. The unhygienic act of
spitting phlegm onto the pavement is a sure way of spreading germs!
Signs that show that spitting on floors is prohibited are stuck on
walls in all Muassasah's offices. Large open bins are situated in
strategic places for those that want to spit. Rather there than on the
floor.
Thorough washing of hands with soap helps tremendously in preventing
the spread of infections.
Avoid close contact with people who are ill. Visit them by all means
but keep your distance. Spend as little time as possible with the ill
person.
Use a mask if necessary.
If you are ill and are fortunate enough to have a visitor, protect
your visitor by staying a fair distance away. Avoid close contact and
tell visitors that the illness may be contagious.
People who are ill should try not to mix with people who are well. In
this way, the illness can be contained.
If you suffer from any condition which results in decreased immunity,
e.g., following chemo-therapy, please use a mask. Avoid people who are
ill. Avoid crowded conditions.
If you need an antibiotic, please consult a Doctor there to get the
most appropriate antibiotic at the correct dose.
Diarrhoea and vomiting
If one has diarrhoea, one must drink extra fluids, preferably oral
re-hydrating fluids, like hydrol or rehidrate, which are easily
available there. Try not to take any medication to stop the diarrhoea
unless one is having very frequent diarrhoea (more than 6 times in 12
hours for an adult is a reasonable guide). In this case, one may take
either lomotil or Imodium or their generic equivalents as directed in
the package insert. These are easily available in Saudi Arabia.
Diarrhoea is a method by which the body is trying to get rid of the
germs. By stopping it, one may be helping the germs to stay in the
body causing one to become more ill. Stomach cramps can occur.
Anti-spasmodic agents such as buscopan can be used for pain relief. If
there is appetite loss, the forced intake of food may cause the person
to become more ill. If an appetite is present, one may eat food, but
take in carbohydrates, fruit and vegetables only. Avoid protein foods
such as meat, chicken, fish, eggs, dairy products and fried and fatty
foods for the first 48 hours. Then, a normal diet may be resumed.
The fruit bought may have insecticides or pesticides sprayed on them.
Thorough washing of the fruit before eating must be done to minimize
infection. Peel the fruit to be safer. Fruit that need to be peeled
are safer e.g., oranges, mandarins, bananas, etc.
When diarrhoea and vomiting are present, drink extra fluids preferably
with electrolytes.
Constipation
Due to a change in the diet and the hot weather resulting in water
depletion, constipation can be a real problem. Constipation may result
in haemorrhoids and fissures. These may result in bleeding.
Constipation, haemorrhoids and fissures can be very distressing. It
can affect normal activities resulting in loss of valuable time in
Makkah and Medinah.
Maintaining a high fibre diet, e.g., a high fibre breakfast cereal,
wholemeal bread, dried fruit like prunes and apricots, drinking
adequate amounts of water can avoid constipation.
To avoid constipation, eat a high fibre diet and drink adequate
amounts of liquids.
Skin Care
Because of the harsh, dry conditions that can be encountered, dryness
of the skin can become a problem.
Saudi Arabia, being in the Northern Hemisphere has its winter when the
southern hemisphere is having its summer. Hence, those people
travelling from the southern hemisphere are confronted by a big change
in the external environment.
Going from a humid climate to dry conditions will have a major effect
on the skin. The skin will not have the time necessary to acclimatise.
Cracking of the skin is common. If this happens on the feet, it can
cause deep fissures resulting in pain and discomfort with the
possibility of infection developing. This is especially important for
diabetics.
A good moisturizer applied two or three times a day starting as soon
as possible after arrival in Saudi Arabia will help the skin retain
moisture and slowly acclimatise. The moisturizer need not be
expensive. A good heel balm would be ideal. To allow the feet to
retain the moisture in the skin, it may be necessary to wear a pair of
socks to avoid the evaporation of water. Extra care should be paid to
the feet, as performing Hajj with painful feet would add an
unnecessary burden. A suitable heel balm will also help to smoothen
out the thick skin around the heels.
Good care must be taken of the skin, especially the skin on the feet.
Scafing or scuffing of the inner thigh and scrotum
As men are not allowed to wear underwear, inflammation of the skin on
the inner side of the thigh and scrotum can occur especially if the
person is over-weight. The sweat and the rubbing of the thighs and
scrotum during walking can cause a very painful rash and excoriation
of the skin in this area.
To prevent this condition, men are advised to use vaseline or any
other non-perfumed moisturiser liberally to the inner side of the
thighs frequently throughout the state of Ihraam. If this problem does
occur, a mild steroid cream will help in soothing the area until
healing takes place, Insha-Allah.
Prevention is better than cure.
Swelling of feet
Due to the intense heat, it is not uncommon for the feet to swell. In
healthy people, this is transient and is due to the dilatation of
blood vessels in the lower limbs from the heat. As the body
acclimatises to the hot conditions, the swelling should subside, Insha
Allah. If one suffers from any illness, especially heart disease,
diabetes or high blood pressure, then one should seek the advice of a
Doctor. Acclimatisation usually takes about 5 to 7 days. Those that
spend a short time in Saudi Arabia before Hajj may find their feet
swollen during Hajj. Not much can be done about this as the body needs
time to adjust.
It would help to elevate the legs at every opportunity so that the
dependent fluid in the feet can go back into the circulation.
Medicines
Most medicines that we find here are obtainable in Saudi Arabia. Take
adequate and extra amounts of the usual medicines that you need in
case departure from Saudi Arabia is for some reason delayed. These
would include medications for High blood pressure, Diabetes, Heart
Disease, Glaucoma, raised cholesterol, etc. Besides the usual
medicines taken, one may take small quantities of a pain killer such
as panado or suncodin and whatever else one may feel is needed.
Codiene-containing preparations are not available in Saudi Arabia as
codeine is addictive. Pharmacies in Saudi Arabia do not require
prescriptions for medications that usually require control here. This
is done to make medication easily accessible to the millions of people
that come there without the need to look for a doctor. The pharmacists
are usually very helpful and will give you whatever you need. Take a
presctription of your medications from your Doctor to make it easier
for the Pharmacist there. Do not hesitate to take the advise of a
Doctor or a Pharmacist who may be traveling with you.
The Holy Mosques in Makkah and Medina have extensive marble floors
inside and outside. When the smooth marble is wet, as after rain or
after washing, it becomes very slippery. Walking on slippery floors
must be done with extra care as slipping and falling hard onto the
marble can cause some serious injury to the back, hips, elbows and
wrists.
Fractures usually result from these falls.
Take extra care when walking on wet marble floors in and around the Haramain.
THE FIVE DAYS OF HAJJ
We must not lose sight of the primary aim of our journey and that is
to perform Hajj. We can become engrossed in daily activities in Makkah
and Medinah without realising the closeness of Hajj. The whole purpose
of our journey is to perform Hajj. We must therefore be physically and
spiritually ready to undertake the Pilgrimage.
If you are ill, get adequate treatment so that you can recover well
before Hajj actually starts. If you are not ill, make sure that you
look after yourself so that you do not become ill, e.g., avoid coming
too close to people who are ill, dress adequately so that you do not
get cold or wet if it rains. exercise your body to keep well in peak
condition. Take special care of your skin and your feet. Try out your
footwear to make sure they fit. Walk with them for a few days or all
the time to "break" them in and allow your feet to become accustomed
to the footwear.
Have a positive attitude during this time. You are a guest of Allah
Ta'ala. Look forward to going out of Makkah to show Allah Ta'ala that
you would prove to Him that you are worthy of returning to Makkah for
Tawaful Ziyarah, that you reject Shaitaan with enthusiasm and contempt
and not return to the ways of Shaitaan. It would be more productive to
go out there and perform the rituals with enthusiasm. A positive
attitude towards helping other pilgrims in whichever way possible can
help you to have a very fulfilling Hajj, Insha-Allah. Please help out
in which ever way you can and don't expect things to be done for you
by others.
DURING HAJJ
Spend ALL your time in Ibadaat. The time in Mina is mainly for
reflection, on your life so far and on Allah Ta'ala, on Zikr and
reading appropriate parts of the Quran.
The Day of Arafat is the most important day of Hajj. Use it to the
maximum. You may not get another chance. Take full advantage of
standing outside during Waquf to tell Allah Ta'ala how Great He is and
to thank Him for all that He has done for you and your family and
friends.
Ask Him for whatever your needs are with humility and confidence. If
you have prepared well, standing in the hot sun for two to three hours
would not be a difficult task Insha Allah.
Please remember to take your medications on time. If you are on a
diet, stay strictly on the diet. This is not the time to get sick
because you did not take your medication or follow your diet. Besides
compromising your own Hajj, you may inconvenience other Hajees.
Do not over eat. Eat small meals, take adequate liquids
Do not rush to stone the Shaitaan. This must be done deliberately with
a lot of emotion. Wait for a suitable opportunity. Stand at a safe
spot and observe the scene. Do not rush into the crowd. Insha-Allah, a
suitable opportunity will present itself. Women should be protected
from the pushing. There can be a lot of pushing. Please do not push as
it worsens the situation. If you lose your footwear and if it is very
crowded with people pushing and shoving, leave your footwear. Do not
try looking for your footwear in the crowd. A little push can throw
you to the ground. People can get trampled in this rush.
If an injury is sustained on the feet, treat it well with an
antiseptic such as savlon regularly and apply Mercurochrome or a
suitable antiseptic cream if the wound is deeper until medical help is
available. Do not ignore it as Hajj is yet incomplete. There is still
Tawaful Ziyarah to be done sometimes under very trying conditions.
There is no need to rush. Insha-Allah, there will be plenty of time to
complete Hajj.
Pharmacies are available at Mina during Hajj.
IMMUNISATIONS
Yellow Fever Immunisation is recommended only for people traveling
through Africa. South Africa is not regarded as a yellow fever endemic
area. Therefore, South Africans traveling straight to Saudi Arabia
need not take yellow fever immunization. However, some airlines
travelling from South Africa to Saudi Arabia make an unscheduled stop
in Central Africa, usually Nairobi. If this happens, then Yellow Fever
Immunisation becomes necessary. Therefore, it would be advisable to
take the Yellow Fever Immunisation. This vaccine lasts 10 years.
Menningo-coccal meningitis vaccine (4 strain – A,C,W135,L- only) is
also recommended and required by the Saudi authorities as this
infection can be picked up from fellow travelers. This is compulsory
for everyone above 2 years old.
This vaccine lasts for 3 years.
Menningo-coccal meningitis can be carried by people who have been
vaccinated. To prevent pilgrims from taking the germ home where it can
infect other people, all pilgrims are required to take one dose of
CIPROBAY 500mg before departure (GENERIC AVAILABLE). This can be
obtained from a pharmacy. The tablets are purchased in packs of ten
tablets.
Hepatitis A is an infection of the liver resulting in jaundice. It is
transmitted via the faecal-oral route by infected food from infected
food handlers. The incubation period is 2 to 3 weeks from the time of
contact. It can be a serious illness. Hepatitis A vaccine can be taken
at least two weeks before departure. Immunity derived from this
vaccine can last up to two years. If a booster vaccine is taken after
six months, the immunity to hepatitis A will last 10 years. This
vaccine is optional.
It is recommended that the Influenza vaccine be taken by all pilgrims
before departure for Hajj. Influenza spreads very fast in the crowded
situations. This is most important for the elderly, and for people who
have chronic illnesses like asthma, diabetes, etc.
Immunisations can have side effects. For this reason, it is better to
take the injections well before departure. This will allow for good
immunity to develop as well as for the injection site to heal.
CONCLUSION
Adequate preparations to keep your health in good condition will,
Insha Allah make the performance of Hajj and Umrah a spiritually
uplifting and memorable experience. Invoking Allah Ta'ala's help, in
duas, in keeping illness and injury away and in protection from
ill-health cannot be over-emphasised.

Health Guidelines For Hajj And Umrah - (to be continued )

- (to be continued )The more physically fit you are, the easier it
would become to perform the many rituals associated withHajj and
Umrah. If you have decided to perform a walking Hajj, then it would be
very important for you to be as fit as possible. This will require
walking as much as possible, starting about 6 to 8 weeks before
departure, walking greater and greater distances as the time of
departure arrives….
The performance of Hajj is obligatory on all adult Muslims who have
the means to make the trip to the Holy City of Makkah. Umrah is
regarded as a minor pilgrimage with only part of the required rituals
performed. Whosoever enters the Mi'qaat (boundary of the Holy Land)
has to perform Umrah, which includes Tawaaf (seven circuits around the
Holy Kabah) and Sa'i (seven times between Mount Safa and Mount Murwa).
Good health makes it easier not only to enjoyHajj and Umrahin the
pleasure of Allah Subahanahu Wata'ala but also to make maximum use of
the opportunity to make as much ibadah as possible.
Health plays a major role in fulfilling the requirements ofHajj and
Umrahas Hajj and Umrah can be physically demanding depending on
circumstances prevailing at the time.
The following is a guideline and must be accompanied by your own
Doctor's advice pertaining to your own health needs.
PHYSICAL FITNESS
The more physically fit you are, the easier it would become to perform
the many rituals associated with Hajj and Umrah. If you have decided
to perform a walking Hajj, then it would be very important for you to
be as fit as possible. This will require walking as much as possible,
starting about 6 to 8 weeks before departure, walking greater and
greater distances as the time of departure arrives.
A brisk walk for about an hour three times a week would be sufficient
to prepare for a walking Hajj. During Hajj and Umrah, the footwear for
men is specified in that the high arch on the top of the foot needs to
be exposed. The sandles or slippers that are used need to be broken-in
well before Hajj and Umrah. Using your new sandles well before
departure helps to make the feet accustomed to the footwear. Women may
wear any comfortable footwear. Total distance to walk – approximately
10 – 12 kilometres to Arafat and 10 – 12 Kilometres back to Makkah.
Men are not allowed to cover their heads during Hajj and Umrah.
Furthermore, in the case of Hajj, men may have shaven their heads
recently from the performance of Umrah. It would therefore be
advisable to expose the head to the sun whilst exercising before
departure so that the head (scalp and face) and neck can become
accustomed to the sun. This can also be done in Saudi Arabia before
Hajj starts.
The sooner exercise is started, the better. For those who can, brisk
walking, stationary cycling, swimming, etc. would be excellent forms
of exercise. Even if one is not performing a walking Hajj, these
exercises will help tremendously.
Tawaf – approximately 200 metres to 2 kilometers depending on the
crowd present and where it is performed, e.g., 1st floor of the Haram.
Sai (Safa – Marwa) – approximately 3.5 kilometers.
Rasulallah Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallum often spoke of the importance of
physical fitness in general.
Physical fitness is therefore very important.
CLIMATE IN SAUDI ARABIA
Jeddah is on the coast of the Red Sea and therefore enjoys a slightly
humid climate in summer. It becomes less humid in winter.
Makkah is about 70 kilometers inland. It has an escarpment around it.
One of the most famous sources of drinking water is from the Holy well
of Zam Zam . There is very little vegetation in and around Makkah due
to the low rainfall. The Great Arabian Desert is all around Makkah.
The climate is dry. Temperatures are extremely high, usually in the
forty degree Celsius range and sometimes going into the fifties in
summer.
Medina is situated about 500 kilometers north and is about 150
kilometers from the coast. It is a large oasis with the Great Arabian
Desert all around it. Because of the numerous wells providing
excellent water, it has date orchards spreading out on to the
outskirts of the city. The climate is dry and hot, the temperatures
not reaching as high as in Makkah. In winter, it can become cool to
cold especially around Tahadjud and Fajr times.
DRINKING WATER
Water obtained from bore holes is brought to the hotels in tankers.
Water is stored in huge tanks on the top of hotels.
Drinking water has to be bought in the form of bottled water. However,
Zam Zam is available freely in Makkah and in Medina. Since this is an
opportunity to drink as much Zam Zam water as possible, plastic
containers easily obtainable can be filled with Zam Zam water and
brought to the room.
Because of the hot weather conditions, it becomes necessary to drink
water in abundance. Less urine is passed due to the hot conditions.
The body conserves water by concentrating the urine. It is not good to
pass very concentrated urine for a variety of reasons. Drink enough
water so that the urine is clear. Passing clear urine indicates good
hydration.
Drinking brackish water can causes a sore throat, stomach cramps and a
cough from the irritation in the throat. The sore throat can be
confused with a throat infection. Zam Zam water is abundantly
available in both the Haramain. Zam Zam water is also available from
taps outside the Haram Shareef. Plastic containers may be purchased
outside the Haram Shareef, either empty or full of Zam Zam water. Zam
Zam water that is available in storage containers in the Harram
Shareef is cooled in cooling chambers. Ice is not added to the Zam Zam
water. Every group of Zam Zam water containers in the Haram has one
container that does not have cooled water. Arabic writing on the
container would indicate which container has Zam Zam water that is not
cooled.
Although the authorities provide disposable cups for drinking Zam Zam
in the Haram, people unfamiliar with this practice often mix the used
cups with the unused ones resulting in confusion. If one is unsure,
rinse out the cup well before use. It is through the sharing of cups
that infections can spread from one pilgrim to another. People come
from all parts of the world with different hygienic control. What one
may find offensive may be quite normal for another. The important
thing to do is to avoid picking up infections from this source.
The Hajj authorities in Saudi Arabia do an excellent job of keeping
the Zam Zam water area and containers as clean as possible. Clean
drinking cups are always available. Despite hundreds of thousands of
people going through the Harram, the authorities keep the facilities
exceptionally clean.
Drink adequate amounts of fluids especially water throughout your stay.
CONTROL OF EXISTING HEALTH PROBLEMS
It is very important for anyone who takes regular medications to have
enough supplies available for use during their stay in the Holy land.
Medications are available from Pharmacies. Please take a prescription
from your doctor with you in case your medication gets misplaced or
runs out. The names of the medications may be different and can be
confusing. It is far better to take adequate supplies of your own
medications. Make sure that you continue to take your medication
regularly.
Arthritis
Arthritis needs to be controlled well before departure. Your Doctor is
the best person to ask for guidance on medication. Please do not take
advise from people who are not properly qualified. The treatment of
the arthritis would involve decreasing the inflammation in and around
the joints that are affected. Once the inflammation has settled, then
light exercises to strengthen the muscles around the affected joint
would help tremendously. Again be guided by a Doctor with the help of
a Physiotherapist.
Start treatment well before departure.
People who suffer from arthritis of the weight-bearing joints should
lose weight if they are overweight. Less weight would result in a
decrease in load bearing on the joints.
Control arthritis well before departure.
Care of the back
Most people would travel with heavy suitcases when going overseas.
Going to Makkah is no exception. In most cases, it will be found that
most of the clothes taken will not be used. Travel light.
Back strain is a common problem. Most people suffer some back pain
during their lifetime. Back strains take time to heal sometimes up to
a month. Prolapsed discs take longer to heal. Therefore, it is
strongly recommended that every precaution be taken not to strain the
back unnecessarily.
If it were necessary to buy new luggage, then it would be better to
spend a little more and acquire bags with wheels. These can be pulled
along without being carried.
Proper lifting of heavy articles involves not bending the back but
bending the knees and lifting with a straight back. It will be better
to allow others who are not going to Hajj to do the lifting, e.g.,
relatives who are not going, hotel staff, porters, etc.
If a back problem already exists, extra care needs to be taken not
only in lifting but also in sitting in awkward positions or on very
low chairs, bending and twisting awkwardly, etc.
Remember, back strains take up to a month to heal. If a disc becomes
prolapsed, this would take longer to heal, sometimes requiring
operations.
In conclusion
1. Travel light.
2. Lift luggage correctly.
3. Find others who are not performing Hajj or Umrah to lift the
luggage if possible.
Fungal Infections of the feet
Fungal infections of the feet present as either a dry scaly very itchy
rash or little fluid-filled blisters between the toes or under the
feet or around the heel. Fungal infections thrive in moist conditions,
as between the toes or under the feet after bathing and after wudhu.
The fungi cannot grow without moisture. It is therefore a good habit
to dry the feet and the areas between the toes with a paper towel or
tissue and to wear open sandals were possible so the feet may dry out.
Fungal infections are contagious.
If a fungal infection is present, this must be attended to especially
if diabetes is present. Fungal infections of the feet resulting in
cracks or maceration of the skin can get secondarily infected with
other bacteria causing a spreading cellulites. This can take up to a
week or two to resolve with antibiotics and leg elevation.
Fungal infections can be treated with an anti-fungal agent until
cured. Please consult a Doctor or Pharmacist for the most appropriate
one to use.- (to be continued )

Hajj Checklist

*. Ihram/s
*.Musalla
*.Gym bag – useful to carry your musalla in, and once inside haram footwear also
*.safety pins
*.Money belt
*.Flip flops
*.Sandals
*.Sleeping bag
*.Light jacket for Muzdalifa
*.Small bag for pebbles
Toiletries
*.Toothbrush
*.Toothpaste
*.Soap
*.Shampoo
*.Razor
*.Wet wipes
*.Mobile phone
*.Spare glasses/ contact lenses
*.Small Quran
*. Hajjguide/ Du'a kitabs
*.Small shoulder bag – to keep Qur'an and Kitabs in
I am sure there maybe more you can think of so please leave your
suggestions in the comments and Insha' AllahI will update the list.

A Guide For Intending Pilgrims

NIYYAH
1. The person who intends to perform Hajj must do so with the express
niyyah of attaining Allah's Pleasure, and to fulfil one's fardh, and
also to diligently carry out the Commands of Allah and His Rasool
sallallahu alayhi wasallam. The rewards for deeds depend greatly on
the niyyah that is formed. Sincerity is extremely important.
2. The 'ibaadah of Hajj has the exclusive status of being fardh only
once a lifetime, for those who can afford it. It is therefore
important that the sincerity of intention must be given due regard. In
other 'ibaadaat and devotions it is possible to gradually develop
ikhlaas, whereas the time available for Hajj is usually limited. The
need for ikhlaas is vital because a fardh Hajj can never be repeated.
During your journey to Hajj a concerted effort towards developing this
all important sincerity must be made.
3. It is important that Hajj should be kept free of ulterior and
worldly motives. Joining worldly objectives with religious aims is
like adding water to milk. There are three types of adulteration which
are possible in the performance of Hajj; To ruin the Hajj even before
departing from home by having a desire to be called a haji, and using
haraam or doubtful earnings for this 'ibaadah. To engage in improper
acts while performing Hajj e.g. to commit sins during the time that
one is engaged in the performance of Hajj, to have arguments, not to
make tawbah (repentance). To complete the Hajj and then to indulge in
such deeds that defile the Hajj, e.g. to neglect the fardh salaat, to
indulge in sin etc. Perform the Hajj with all its aadaab and
requisites, for anything done in keeping with this is well
accomplished.
4. While in Hajj do not do things to display to others. Do not
announce your Hajj to all and sundry. (To avoid riyaa which is to show
off and act to gain fame). On returning from Hajj do not emphasize the
difficulties which may have been endured, instead turn your attention
towards the eternal benefits and rewards you will receive. One must
understand that the difficulties endured during this sacred journey
are insignificant compared to the high position one will receive in
jannah.
TAWBAH
5. Before beginning one's journey repent sincerely. Perform two
rakaats nafl with the niyyah of tawbah. The effect of sincerely
repenting and then proceeding for hajj will be, that one will be
favoured by Allah Ta'ala and blessed with the strength to continually
do good deeds.
6. Develop a relationship with the pious person for guidance. This
will assist you in making a true and sincere tawbah.
FULFILMENT OF DEBT
7. If you have monetary debt or are responsible for any moral
transgression, then fulfil your debt or have it waived, and have your
moral violations forgiven. It is important that one settles all
outstanding matters and transactions, and has his faults and
shortcomings forgiven.
8. All amaanaat (trusts) and anything borrowed must be returned. A
detailed and final will must be made regarding all important matters.
EDUCATION
9. It is compulsory for a person who wishes to perform Hajj to learn
the necessary masaail well before the time of Hajj. When a firm
intention is made then first learn the necessary masaail, or acquire
these from a reliable and recognized aalim (scholar).
DEPARTURE
10. Depart with happiness from home. A Hajj which is performed with a
feeling of love and keenness is conducive to religious upliftment.
Inconvenience during travel should not hamper this love and keenness.
11. Perform two rakaats nafl before departing. Take care that this
salaat is not performed during the makrooh times. Give some sadaqah to
the poor before leaving home and also after commencing your journey.
12. Ask your near and dear ones, neighbours and friends to overlook
and forgive your shortcomings. Make a request for their du'aa. Make
musafahah (shake hands) using both hands when leaving. Do not make
musafahah with non-mahrams (those of the opposite sex whom you can
marry).
13. Be at your best behaviour amongst your companions. Assist them in
their needs. The person who helps his companions on this journey will
be regarded as a mujaahid (one who strives to uplift Islaam).
IBAADAH
Salaat, Du'aa, Tawaaf and Tilaawat
14. Take great care and be punctual in the performance of all salaat
with jama'at whilst visiting the sacred places. Do not delayany salaat
at all.
15. After every salaat beseech from Allah ta'aalaa that He grant you a
mabroor Hajj (one that is accepted and free from sin). A Hajj which is
full of Allah ta'aalaa's Blessings and Favours.
16. A haji is fortunate in being present at the various sacred places
where du'aa are assured acceptance. Therefore repeatedly ask Allah
ta'aalaa for your needs of this world and the Hereafter. Your du'aa
must be appropriate and made with respect and humbleness. Do not ask
for meaningless and unrighteous things.
17. There are three persons whose du'aa are assured acceptance; the
oppressed, the traveller and the father's du'aa for his son, (meaning
children).
18. The qadhaa (fulfilment in arrears) of 'ibaadaat which are owing to
Allah ta'aalaa should be correctly fulfilled or compensated.
19. The reward for one salaat in the Masjidul Haraam ( Makkah) is
100,000 fold (with jama'at 2,700,000). The reward for salaat in the
Masjidun Nabawi (Madeenah) is 50,000 fold. Each good deed done in
Makkah is equivalent in reward to 100,000 good deeds done elsewhere.
20. Whenever entering either of the two masjidor any other masjid,
form a niyyah for nafl i'tikaaf.
21. Your stay in the Masjidul Haraam and Masjidun Nabawi must be with
utmost dignity and honour.
22. Perform as many tawaaf, umrah and nafl salaat as you can and make
du'aa that the thawaab (reward) of this be presented to Rasoolullah
sallallahu alayhi wasallam.
23. Complete the Qur'aan at least once in each of the two Holy Masjid,
i.e. Makkah and Madeenah.
24. Perform nafl salaat with the niyyah of expressing one's gratitude
to Allah ta'aalaa.
MAKKAH MUKARRAMAH
25. During your stay in Makkah abundantly increase your recital of the
Kalimah Tayyibah: Laa'ilaha il lal'lahu·, and istighfar:
'Astaghfirullah·.
26. If you desire, give an excellent gift to your near dear ones,
friends who are living, and especially those who have passed away. The
gift of the rewards of tawaaf and umrah will please their souls very
much. There will be no reduction from your own reward for these acts.
27. Rasoolullah sallallahu alayhi wasallam has said that the water of
Zamzam will have the desired effect of whatever intention is made at
the time of drinking Zamzam. Zamzam should be drunk with the intention
of quenching the thirst of the Day of Qiyaamah (resurrection). It
should also be taken with the intention of shifaa (cure) from
spiritual and physical ailments. It is commendable to drink Zamzam
with the niyyah of being granted the tawfeeq of conforming to the
sunnah of our beloved Rasoolullah sallallahu alayhi wasallam.
MADEENAH MUNAWWARAH
28. It is stated in hadeeth: (i) "Whoever comes with the sole
intention of visiting my grave, my intercession will become incumbent
for that person". (ii) "Whoever visits my grave after my death is like
the one who has visited me during my lifetime".
29. Recite durood (salutations) in abundance on Rasoolullah sallallahu
alayhi wasallam, on beginning your journey to and from Madeenah
Munawwarah, and during your stay there.
30. To hurt or cause inconvenience to any Muslimand especially the
people of Madeenah Munawwarah is a great sin.
GENERAL
31. Choose an able pious companion who will assist you in times of
need, and it is better if this companion is a reliable recognized
aalim (scholar).
32. Regard the time in Hajj as a blessing. One never knows when one
may be favoured with this good fortune again.
33. Since your stay there is a short one, you should value every
moment there. Do not waste your time roaming in the bazaars and do not
indulge in meaningless things and idle talk.
34. Do not allow your attention to drift towards the decoration and
splendour of the buildings, nor indulge in humour and ridicule.
35. One must be extremely cautious with regard to the etiquette of
these sacred places. Any disrespect in this regard will be a cause for
retribution.
36. Do not criticize the conditions and people there. After all, the
local residents are human and are prone to faults just as we are. When
noticing the shortcomings of others, special attention must
immediately be drawn to one's own faults and weak points.
37. One must make a concentrated effort to avoid sin, especially
casting passionate glances at female who are present at Hajj. One must
keep one's gaze lowered when women gather for tawaaf and
salaat-u-salaam.
38. Hadhrat 'Umar radhiyallahu anhu said, "For me to commit a sin in
Makkah is worse than committing seventy sins outside Makkah". Just as
the rewards of good deeds are multiplied in Makkah, so too is the
retribution of misconduct multiplied.
39. One must show consideration and take care that one does not
trouble or inconvenience those who are present for Hajj and ziyaarah.
40. One must not deceive or trick others in buying or selling. To
swindle or cheat the residents of Makkah or Madeenah would result in
one's own destruction. One must be extremely cautious in this regard.
Transactions must be carried out with honesty.

Fathwa, - Convert's Hijab: The Question of Gradualism

Question:
I would like some light on the rule about Hijaab if there are any
exceptions in the case of a Catholic who has now converted, married
with a Muslim man, and is now as I stated following the Islamic
religion. The problem arises when she has heard from the local Sheikh
that she does not NEED to wear hijaab because, if she is not prepared,
then as he said, she is NOT obliged. As far as I know, rules are
rules, Islam is flexible to all at times when required to do so, but I
think that for the Sheikh to say that was not the best advice. She now
has constant conflict with her husband concerning this topic stating
that a �Sheikh� has said that she can. He wants her to wear her
garments as prescribed by his religion because its the right thing to
do and also has heard that its the husband�s duty to see that his wife
dresses accordingly. Is there any exceptions for converts regarding
Hijaab? Is this the husbands duty to see that she wears accordingly?
Was the Sheikh wrong to say what he did?
Answer:
As-Salamu `alaykum:
Hijab is hijab and the duty to cover stands as prescribed; but since
she is a new Muslim she has to take things step by step, just as fard
in Islam was revealed step by step. The Companions were taught Iman
first; then the fara�id.
The husband will be questioned about his household including this
matter. The Holy Prophet, upon him peace, warned against the dayyuth
or one who does not care who sees his wife and daughters in ways they
ought not to be seen by non-mahrams. So the husband is doing the right
thing in principle, as Allah Most High said, {Protect yourselves and
your spouses from the Fire}.
However, there is a good (ma`ruf) way of enjoining the good. Perhaps
this is where the husband is doing it the wrong way, as his wife may
or may not be ready to wear the hijab in the proper manner at this
point. This should not become a conflict where everything becomes a
problem. That is what Shaytan wants.
She has to be treated extra-leniently as she is still among the
mu�allafat al-qulub or those new to Islam. Perhaps the Shaykh
understood this more than the husband. Let her begin with a head-band
and work her way up from there insha Allah. Her socializing with pious
Muslimas will help greatly.
In recapitulation, the answer to the three questions are:
(1) Yes, there are exceptions for converts regarding hijaab, governed
by mental disposition toward Islam, cultural background, cultural,
social, and political context, knowledge, Iman, and other factors. The
Prophet, upon him peace, even permitted an early convert to leave out
certain daily prayers knowing that otherwise he would leave them all
out and knowing that in the future he would be doing them all insha
Allah. It took twenty-three years for many of the obligatory rulings
to become obligatory in early Islam, yet today we want to jump from
zero practice to perfection in 1 day.
(2) Yes, it is the husband�s duty and responsibility to see that hijab
is worn by those responsible to do so in his household, but he must
approach his duty with wisdom and right speech, not inflexibility.
Furthermore, he must be the first one to practice what he preaches AND
provide a good example even in what is not obligatory for him. As
Brother Musa Furber said:
�[T]he brothers should remember that all too often we get strict with
the sisters when we should share part of the burden of responsibility.
We are quite eager when it comes to enforcing the jilbab, khimar,
niqab, and gloves when we�re back home--especially when it comes to
the work place and at school. Yet you hardly see many of us walking
around with loose fitting shirts, pants, abayah, and
`imamah--especially in those same places. If we expect this from them,
shouldn�t we demand it from ourselves?�
(3) The Shaykh was not wrong to say what he did. He said the right
thing, applying the Qur�anic advices and following Prophetic
precedents. May Allah reward him, help every couple in this state, and
grant us Hikma.
Was-Salam

Fathwa, - RE: Are the female feet awra?

Question:
Please tell me with proof if the female feet are satar. Some students
of Din have given the following two proofs for it being satar whereas
I was instructed differently. They say:
1. In Hidayah and the hashiyah of al-Lukhnowi he is of the opinion
that it is satar
2. That in Shami under the discussion that the hukm of something when
it is munfasil is the same as when it is muttasil here Ibn Abidin (RA)
states that nails that are cut from a female if it is of the fingers
then it is not satar but of the toes then it is satar and cannot be
viewed by a male.
This mas'ala is important since many ladies wear open sandals.
Answer:
Walaikum assalam wa rahmatullah,
To verify a fiqh matter, one must follow the principles of choosing
legal positions in a rigorous manner. This was done by Ibn Abidin in
hisRadd al-Muhtarin a very systematic manner, and explained in
hisSharh `Uqud Rasm al-Mufti,which is why he is the primary source
forfatwain the Hanafi school.
It is clear that women�s feet are not awra from the top references in
the Hanafi school, including1. Marghinani�sHidaya,
2. its commentaryal-`Inayaby Akmal al-Din al-Babarti,
3. Nasafi�sKanz al-Daqa�iq,
4. Zayla`i�s commentary on it,Tabyin al-Haqa�iq
5. Mulla Khusri�sDurar
6. Shurunbulali�s commentary on it,al-Shurunbulaliyya
7.Al-Fatawa al-Hindiyya
8. Haskafi�sDurr al-Mukhtar
9. Ibn Abidin�sRadd al-Muhtari. [See Arabic texts and page references below.]
However, given the difference of opinion regarding them, both within
the Hanafi school and with other schools, it is recommended to cover
one�s feet, though not obligatory.
And Allah alone gives success.
Walaikum assalam wa rahmatullah,
Faraz Rabbani.
في الهداية:( وَبَدَنُ الْحُرَّةِ كُلِّهَا عَوْرَةٌ إلَّا وَجْهَهَا
وَكَفَّيْهَا ) لِقَوْلِهِ عليه الصلاة والسلام { الْمَرْأَةُ عَوْرَةٌ
مَسْتُورَةٌ } وَاسْتِثْنَاءُ الْعُضْوَيْنِ لِلِابْتِدَاءِ
بِإِبْدَائِهِمَا . قَالَ رضي الله عنه : وَهَذَا تَنْصِيصٌ عَلَى أَنَّ
الْقَدَمَ عَوْرَةٌ . وَيُرْوَى أَنَّهَا لَيْسَتْ بِعَوْرَةٍ وَهُوَ
الْأَصَحُّقال الأكمل في العناية شرح الهداية: (1/259)( قَوْلُهُ :
وَهَذَا ) أَيْ قَوْلُ الْقُدُورِيِّ : وَبَدَنُ الْحُرَّةِ كُلُّهُ
عَوْرَةٌ إلَّا وَجْهَهَا وَكَفَّيْهَا ( تَنْصِيصٌ ) مِنْهُ ( عَلَى
أَنَّ الْقَدَمَ عَوْرَةٌ ) ; لِأَنَّهُ لَمْ يَسْتَثْنِهَا . وَرَوَى
الْحَسَنُ عَنْ أَبِي حَنِيفَةَ أَنَّهَا لَيْسَتْ بِعَوْرَةٍ وَبِهِ
قَالَ الْكَرْخِيِّ . قَالَ الْمُصَنِّفُ ( وَهُوَ الْأَصَحُّ ) ;
لِأَنَّهَا تُبْتَلَى بِإِبْدَاءِ الْقَدَمِ إذَا مَشَتْ حَافِيَةً أَوْ
مُتَنَعِّلَةً فَرُبَّمَا لَا تَجِدُ الْخُفَّ عَلَى أَنَّ
الِاشْتِهَاءَ لَا يَحْصُلُ بِالنَّظَرِ إلَى الْقَدَمِ كَمَا يَحْصُلُ
بِالنَّظَرِ إلَى الْوَجْهِ فَإِذَا لَمْ يَكُنْ الْوَجْهُ عَوْرَةً
مَعَ كَثْرَةِ الِاشْتِهَاءِ فَالْقَدَمُ أَوْلَى وَلَمَّا كَانَتْ
رِوَايَةُ الْجَامِعِ الصَّغِيرِ مِمَّا يَدُلُّ عَلَى أَنَّ الْقَدَمَ
لَيْسَتْ بِعَوْرَةٍ رَتَّبَهَا عَلَى مَا قَبْلَهَا بِالْفَاءفي تبيين
الحقائق شرح كنز الدقائق: (باب شروط الصلاة �1/96)قَالَ رحمه الله (
وَبَدَنُ الْحُرَّةِ عَوْرَةٌ إلَّا وَجْهَهَا وَكَفَّيْهَا
وَقَدَمَيْهَا ) لقوله تعالى { وَلَا يُبْدِينَ زِينَتَهُنَّ إلَّا مَا
ظَهَرَ مِنْهَا } وَالْمُرَادُ مَحَلُّ زِينَتِهِنَّ وَمَا ظَهَرَ
مِنْهَا الْوَجْهُ وَالْكَفَّانِ قَالَهُ ابْنُ عَبَّاسٍ وَابْنُ عُمَرَ
وَاسْتَثْنَى فِي الْمُخْتَصَرِ الْأَعْضَاءَ الثَّلَاثَةَ
لِلِابْتِلَاءِ بِإِبْدَائِهَا ; وَلِأَنَّهُ عليه الصلاة والسلام {
نَهَى الْمُحْرِمَةَ عَنْ لُبْسِ الْقُفَّازَيْنِ وَالنِّقَابِ } وَلَوْ
كَانَ الْوَجْهُ وَالْكَفَّانِ مِنْ الْعَوْرَةِ لَمَا حَرُمَ
سَتْرُهُمَا بِالْمِخْيَطِ وَفِي الْقَدَمِ رِوَايَتَانِ وَالْأَصَحُّ
أَنَّهَا لَيْسَتْ بِعَوْرَةٍ لِلِابْتِلَاءِ بِإِبْدَائِهَا .قال منلا
خسرو في الدرر [الذي قال عنه ابن عابدين أنه كتاب مبني على غاية التحقيق]
(1/59)الْحُرَّةُ ) أَيْ جَمِيعُ أَعْضَائِهَا ( عَوْرَةٌ إلَّا
وَجْهَهَا وَكَفَّيْهَا وَقَدَمَيْهَا ) فَإِنَّهَا لَا تَجِدُ بُدًّا
مِنْ مُزَاوَلَةِ الْأَشْيَاءِ بِيَدَيْهَا وَفِي كَفَّيْهَا زِيَادَةٌ
ضَرُورَةً وَمِنْ الْحَاجَةِ إلَى كَشْفِ وَجْهِهَا خُصُوصًا فِي
الشَّهَادَةِ وَالْمُحَاكَمَةِ وَالنِّكَاحِ وَتَضْطَرُّ إلَى الْمَشْيِ
فِي الطُّرُقَاتِ وَظُهُورُ قَدَمَيْهَا خُصُوصًا الْفَقِيرَاتِ
مِنْهُنَّ وَهُوَ مَعْنَى قوله تعالى عَلَى مَا قَالُوا { إلَّا مَا
ظَهَرَ مِنْهَا } أَيْ مَا جَرَتْ الْعَادَةُ وَالْجِبِلَّةُ عَلَى
ظُهُورِهِ وَيُرْوَى أَنَّ الْقَدَمَ عَوْرَةٌعلّق عليه الشرنبلالي في
حاشيته الشهيرة بـ: الشرنبلالية:قَوْلُهُ وَقَدَمَيْهَا ) هَذَا فِي
أَصَحِّ الرِّوَايَتَيْنِ كَمَا فِي الْبُرْهَانِ . ( قَوْلُهُ وَيُرْوَى
أَنَّ الْقَدَمَ عَوْرَةٌ ) أَقُولُ صَحَّحَهُ الْأَقْطَعُ وَقَاضِي
خَانْ وَاخْتَارَهُ الْإِسْبِيجَابِيُّ والمرغيناني وَصَحَّحَ صَاحِبُ
الِاخْتِيَارِ أَنَّهُ لَيْسَ بِعَوْرَةٍ فِي الصَّلَاةِ بِخِلَافِ
خَارِجِهَا وَرَجَّحَ فِي شَرْحِ الْمُنْيَةِ كَوْنَهُ عَوْرَةً
مُطْلَقًا كَذَا فِي الْبَحْرِ لَكِنْ قَدْ عَلِمْت أَنَّ الْقَدَمَيْنِ
لَيْسَا مِنْ الْعَوْرَةِ فِي أَصَحِّ الرِّوَايَتَيْنِ .و في الفتاوى
الهندية: (1/60)بَدَنُ الْحُرَّةِ عَوْرَةٌ إلَّا وَجْهَهَا وَكَفَّيْهَا
وَقَدَمَيْهَا . كَذَا فِي الْمُتُونِقال الإمام الحصكفي في الدر المختار
شرح تنوير الأبصار: (باب شروط الصلاة)جَمِيعُ بَدَنِهَا ) حَتَّى
شَعْرُهَا النَّازِلُ فِي الْأَصَحِّ ( خَلَا الْوَجْهِ وَالْكَفَّيْنِ )
فَظَهْرُ الْكَفِّ عَوْرَةٌ عَلَى الْمَذْهَبِ ( وَالْقَدَمَيْنِ )
عَلَى الْمُعْتَمَدِقال ابن عابدين في رد المحتار: (و قد وافق فيها ما
اعتمده الحصكفي كما هو بين:)( قَوْلُهُ عَلَى الْمُعْتَمَدِ ) أَيْ مِنْ
أَقْوَالٍ ثَلَاثَةٍ مُصَحَّحَةٍ ثَانِيهَا عَوْرَةٌ مُطْلَقًا
ثَالِثهَا عَوْرَةٌ خَارِجَ الصَّلَاةِ لَا فِيهَا

Fathwa, - RE: Hijab in front of non Muslim women

Question:
I live on an all female college campus in a residence hall. Since
coming to Islam and adopting hijab, I have not allowed any non Muslim
woman to see me without hijab (covering everything including hair,
neck, ears, etc...) This year I am a resident assistant and find it
very difficult, even though I have my own room, to constantly keep my
hijab on in front of my non-Muslim female residents (though I have
been doing it). I heard from another Muslima that since this is a
hardship, it may be permissible for me to wear a different style of
hijab (one that leaves my neck and ears uncovered as long as I cover
the rest). This would of course only take place when I could be sure
that no man would see me. Is this permissible for me?
Answer:
Walaikum assalam wa rahmatullah,
The Hanafi position is that it is obligatory to cover in front of
non-Muslim women. Follow this as much as you can.
It is permitted to follow the Shafii or Hanbali positions on this point.

Etiquettes of Supplicating- I

During the caliphate of 'Umar ibn Al-Khattaab, May Allaah Be Pleased
with him, there was no rain for an entire year and the people were
about to perish. So 'Umar, May Allaah Be Pleased with him, gathered
the people and they went out to the desert. He then asked Al-'Abbaas,
May Allaah Be Pleased with him, the paternal uncle of the Prophetto
invoke Allaah The Exalted for the Muslims. Al-'Abbaas, May Allaah Be
Pleased with him, raised his hands towards the sky and said, "O
Allaah, we stretch our hands to You admitting our sins and our
forelocks to You declaring our repentance, so Grant us rain." Thus,
Allaah The Almighty Sent down the rain.
The mother of Anas ibn Maalik, May Allaah Be Pleased with them, went
to the Messenger of Allaahwhile holding the hand of her son Anas to
serve the Prophetand asked him to supplicate Allaah The Exalted for
him. The Prophetinvoked Allaah The Almighty Saying,"O Allaah, Bless
his wealth and offspring."]Al-Bukhaari and Muslim[ Anas, May Allaah Be
Pleased with him, lived until his wealth and offspring increased in
abundance and he saw one hundred of his children and grandchildren.
Supplication )Du'aa'( means to ask for pardon, mercy, forgiveness and
to ask Allaah The Almighty for what one wants to achieve. It is one of
the acts of worship that earns the Satisfaction of Allaah The
Almighty. The Prophetsaid,"Supplication is worship."]At-Tirmithi[ Then
the Prophetrecited the verse in which Allaah The Almighty Says )what
means(:
•}And your Lord Says, "Call upon Me; I Will Respond to you." Indeed,
those who disdain My worship will enter Hell ]rendered[
contemptible.{]Quran 40:60[
•}Is He ]not best[ Who Responds to the desperate one when he calls
upon Him and Removes evil{]Quran 27:62[
The Prophetsaid,"Nothing is more honorable in the Sight of Allaah than
supplicating )to Him(."]At-Tirmithi and Ahmad[
There are etiquettes for supplicating that every Muslim should abide
by. Some of these etiquettes are:
• Choosing the time for supplication: There are some times when
supplication is likely to be answered such as in the month of
Ramadhaan, the Day of 'Arafah, Fridays, the time of Sahar )last third
of the night( and the first ten days of Thul-Hijjah. The
Prophetsaid:"No good deeds done on any other day are superior to those
done on these days )first ten days of Thul-Hijjah(."Some of his
Companions asked, "Not even Jihaad in the Path of Allaah?" He
replied:"Not even Jihaad in the Path of Allaah except that of a man
who leaves )for it( with his life and wealth and does not return with
either )i.e. he is martyred(."]Al-Bukhaari[
It was narrated that upon entering the month of Ramadhaan, the
Prophetwould say,"This month that has come has in it a night which is
better than a thousand months. Whoever is deprived of it has been
deprived of all of its goodness and none is deprived of its goodness
except the truly deprived."]Ibn Maajah[ As for Friday, the
Prophetsaid,"There is an hour on Friday in which a Muslim does not ask
Allaah for anything except that Allaah Will definitely Grant it to
him."]Al-Bukhaari and Muslim[
The Prophetsaid,"Allaah Descends ]in a way that befits His Majesty[ in
the last third of every night and Says: 'I am the King… I am the King…
Is there anyone invoking Me that I May Respond to his invocation? Is
there anyone asking of Me so that I May Grant him his request? Is
there anyone asking My Forgiveness, so that I May Forgive him?' And
this continues until the break of dawn."]Muslim[
The Prophetalso said:"The supplication made in between the )two( calls
for prayer )i.e. Athaan and Iqaamah( will never be rejected."]Abu
Daawood, At-Tirmithi, An-Nasaa'i and Ahmad[ The Prophetsaid,"The
supplication made in between the )two( calls for prayer )i.e. Athaan
and Iqaamah( is answered, so supplicate."]Ibn 'Adiyy[
The Prophetsaid,"The slave is closest to his Lord when he is in
prostration; so supplicate Allaah much )in prostration(."]Muslim[ Also
among the times when supplications are answered is when facing the
enemy, when it is raining, when roosters are crowing, after obligatory
prayers and during prostration.
• Facing the Qiblah. Once, the Messenger of Allaahwent out to lead the
people in the prayer of Istisqaa' )prayer for seeking rain(. He faced
the Qiblah and kept invoking Allaah. ]Al-Bukhaari and Muslim[
• Raising the hands. It was narrated on the authority of 'Umar, May
Allaah Be Pleased with him, that the Messenger of Allaahused to raise
his hands when supplicating Allaah The Almighty. ]Al-Haakim[ The
Prophetalso said:"Allaah Is Considerate and Generous; He Does not Turn
away empty the hands of His servant when he raises them to Him."]Abu
Daawood, At-Tirmithi and Ibn Maajah[
• Praising Allaah The Almighty and asking Him to Confer His
Salutations on the Prophet: Salamah ibn Al-Akwa', May Allaah Be
Pleased with him, said, "I never heard the Messenger of Allaahbegin a
supplication other than by saying, 'Glory be to my Lord The Exalted,
The Bestower.'" ]Ahmad[
One day, the Messenger of Allaahheard a man saying, "O Allaah, I ask
You as I testify that none is worthy to be worshipped except You, The
One, The Absolute Who neither Begets nor Is Begotten, Nor is there to
Him any equivalent." The Prophetsaid,"Indeed, you have asked Allaah
with His Greatest Name upon which He Gives when He is Asked with it
and Answers when He is invoked by it."]Abu Daawood[
Fadhaalah ibn 'Ubayd, May Allaah Be Pleased with him, said,"Once,
while we were sitting with the Propheta man entered the mosque and
prayed and then said, 'Allaahumma'ghfir li warhamni ]O Allaah, Forgive
me for my sins and Bestow Your Mercy upon me[.' The Prophettold him:
'You have been hasty in your Du'aa' O you who are praying. When you
finish your prayer and are seated, you should first praise Allaah The
Exalted as He Deserves, then ask Him to Confer His blessings and peace
upon me , then Supplicate to Him.'"After this, another man entered and
prayed. Then he praised Allaah and asked Him to Confer His Peace upon
the Prophet. Thus, the Prophettold him,"O you who are praying, invoke
Allaah and He Will Answer your invocation."]Abu Daawood, At-Tirmithi
and An-Nasaa'i[
• Being persistent in supplication and repeating it thrice. 'Abdullaah
ibn Mas'ood, May Allaah Be Pleased with him, said, "If the
Prophetinvoked Allaah, he would do so thrice. And if he would ask
Allaah, he would do so thrice. And the Prophetsaid:"The supplication
of every one of you will be granted as long as he is not impatient and
say, 'I have supplicated my Lord but He has not answered
it.'"]Al-Bukhaari and Muslim[ The Prophetalso said:"None of you should
say, 'O Allaah, Forgive me if You Will, Have mercy upon me if You
Will. Rather, be determined in asking for Allaah Does whatever He
Wills and no one forces Him. )i.e. one should invoke Allaah The
Almighty with certainty that his supplications would be answered as
Allaah Has Power over all things.("]Al-Bukhaari and Muslim[
Sufyaan ibn 'Uyaynah, May Allaah Have mercy upon him, said, "None of
you should abstain from invoking Allaah because of what is apparent
from his sins as Allaah The Almighty answered the invocation of the
worst of creation, Iblees, May Allaah Curse him. Allaah The Almighty
Says )what means(:}He said, "My Lord, then reprieve me until the Day
they are resurrected." ]Allaah[ Said, "So indeed, you are of those
reprieved. Until the Day of the time well-known."{]Quran15: 36,37,38[
• Lowering the voice when supplicating. Allaah The Almighty Says )what
means(:}Call upon your Lord in humility and privately;{]Quran 7:55[
The Prophetsaid to the Companions, May Allaah Be Pleased with him,
when they raised their voices in supplication,"You are not calling
upon someone deaf or absent. You are calling upon One who is
All-Seeing and All-Hearing. He is with you all the time."]Muslim[
• Supplicating Allaah The Almighty with what was mentioned in the
Quran and the Sunnah. It is better for the Muslim to supplicate Allaah
The Almighty with what was mentioned in the Noble Quran of many
invocations such as:
Allaah The Almighty Says )what means(:
•}"Our Lord, Forgive us our sins and the excess ]committed[ in our
affairs and Plant firmly our feet and Give us victory over the
disbelieving people."{]Quran 3:147[
•}"Our Lord, Give us in this world ]that which is[ good and in the
Hereafter ]that which is[ good and Protect us from the punishment of
the Fire."{]Quran 2:201[

Etiquettes of Supplicating- II

The Prophetused to invoke Allaah The Exalted saying:"Allaahumma anta
rabbi la ilaaha illa ant, khalaqtani wa ana 'abduk, wa ana 'ala
'ahdika wa wa'dika mastata't, a'oothu bika min sharri maa sana't,
aboo'u laka bini'matika, wa aboo'u laka bithanbi faghfir lee fa
innahoo la yaghfiru ath-thunooba illa ant )O Allaah, You are my Lord,
there is none worthy of worship except You. You Created me and I am
Your slave; and I abide by Your Covenant and Promise as best I can. I
take refuge in You from the evil that I committed and I am grateful to
You for the blessing that You Conferred on me. I acknowledge my sin,
so forgive me, for verily none can forgive sins except
You(."]Al-Bukhaari[ The Prophetalso said,"Allaahumma inni a'oothu bika
min ash shiqaaqi wan nifaaqi wa soo'u al akhlaaq )O Allaah, I seek
refuge with you from dissension, hypocrisy and bad
morals."]An-Nasaa'i[
• Avoiding exaggeration in making an invocation rhyme: A Muslim should
not exaggerate in making a supplication rhyme because this is a state
of humility and submissiveness. Ibn 'Abbaas, May Allaah Be Pleased
with him, said, "Avoid rhymes in supplication for the Prophetand his
Companions, May Allaah Be Pleased with them, used to avoid it."
]Al-Bukhaari[
Some of the righteous people said, "Invoke Allaah The Exalted with a
humble and mild tongue, not one that is eloquent and quick."
• Invoking Allaah The Almighty for one's self and then for others.
Allaah The Almighty Says )what means(:}"Our Lord, Forgive us and our
brothers who preceded us in faith and Put not in our hearts ]any[
resentment toward those who have believed. Our Lord, indeed You are
Kind and Merciful."{]Quran 59:10[ The Prophetused to invoke Allaah The
Almighty for himself first before invoking Him for any other person.
]At-Tirmithi[
• Avoiding supplicating Allaah The Almighty against one's self,
family, wealth or children. The Prophetsaid,"Do not supplicate Allaah
against yourselves, your children or your wealth."]Muslim[
• Supplicating Allaah The Exalted for fellow brothers in their
absence. The Messenger of Allaahsaid,"The supplication of a Muslim for
another Muslim in his absence is accepted by Allaah. He has an
appointed angel at his head and every time he supplicates good for his
brother, the angel would say: "Aameen and for you the same."]Muslim[
• Invoking Allaah The Almighty for whoever does you a favor. The
Prophetsaid,"If a favor is performed for someone and he says to the
one who performed it, 'May Allaah Reward you.' He would be rewarding
him perfectly."]At-Tirmithi and An-Nasaa'i[ The Prophetalso
said,"Whoever does you a favor, reward him for it. And if you cannot
find the means of doing so, then keep supplicating for him until you
think that you have rewarded him adequately."]Abu Daawood and
An-Nasaa'i[
• Asking righteous people for supplications. A Muslim should ask his
fellow brothers to supplicate Allaah The Almighty for him especially
the righteous people. It was narrated that 'Umar ibn Al-Khattaab, May
Allaah Be Pleased with him, said, "I asked the Prophetfor permission
to perform 'Umrah and he granted it to me and said, 'O brother,
remember us in your supplication and do not forget us.' The words he
said pleased me more than could all that is in the life of this
world." ]At-Tirmithi and Ibn Maajah[
• Avoiding supplicating Allaah The Almighty for a sin or the severance
of kinship. The Prophetsaid:"A servant shall continue to have his
supplications answered so long as he does not supplicate for sins or
the severance of kinship."]Muslim[
• Remembering Allaah The Exalted, obeying Him and performing good
deeds. Being conscious of Allaah The Exalted, diligent on performing
acts of worship, abandoning sins and evils and hastening to repentance
makes supplication more likely to be answered. Allaah The Almighty
Says )what means(:}"Indeed, Allaah only Accepts from the righteous
]who fear Him[.{]Quran 5:27[ It was narrated that Allaah The Almighty
said in the Qudsi Hadeeth,"Whoever keeps himself busy with the Quran
and remembering Me, I Will Give him the best of all those who ask of
Me."]At-Tirmithi[
• Being keen on having lawful sustenance. The Prophetsaid,"O people,
Allaah Is Good and He Accepts only that which is good. And Allaah
Commanded the believers as He Commanded the Messengers by saying )what
means(:}"O messengers, eat from the good foods and work righteousness.
Indeed, I, of what you do, Am Knowing.{"]Quran 23:51[ And He Says
)what means(:}O you who have believed, eat from the good things which
We have provided for you and be grateful to Allaah if it is ]indeed[
Him that you worship.{]Quran 2:172[He then mentioned )the case of( a
man who has travelled a long distance – unkempt and dusty – and raises
his hands towards the heavens and says: 'O Lord, O Lord, while his
food, drink, clothing are from unlawful means and he is fed with
unlawful food. Then how could his supplication be answered?"]Muslim[
Ibraaheem ibn Adham, May Allaah Have mercy upon him, was once asked,
"Why are our supplications to Allaah The Exalted not answered?" He
answered, "Because your hearts have died due to ten things."
"1- You know Allaah The Almighty but do not obey Him.
2- You know the Prophetbut do not follow his Sunnah )tradition(.
3- You recite the Quran but do not act upon it.
4- You enjoy the Blessings of Allaah The Exalted without giving thanks.
5- You know of Paradise but do not exert any effort to enter it.
6- You know of Hell but you do not exert any effort to escape it.
7- You know of Satan but do not oppose him.
8- You know of death but do not prepare for it.
9- You bury your dead but do not learn from their example.
10- And in your state of slumber, you focus your attention on the
shortcomings of others while neglecting your own."