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[And they should consider that] when those who have been followed disassociate themselves from those who followed [them], and they [all] see the punishment, and cut off from them are the ties [of relationship]. Those who followed will say, "If only we had another turn [at worldly life] so we could disassociate ourselves from them as they have disassociated themselves from us." Thus will Allah show them their deeds as regrets upon them. And they are never to emerge from the Fire. (Surah Al-Baqarah, 166-167)

Allah (subhana wa ta'ala) described the Qur’an as a guide to the straight path; and the beauty of the Qur’an is that each ayah (verse) is beautiful and so much so that you cannot differentiate between the beauty of two ayahs!

And the People of Qur’an, when they read and journey through the Qur’an, their skin shivers, as they learn, experience and become a part of something new each time they read and reflect on the Qur’an!

In this world, people follow each other, look up to one another, enjoy the company of the other and follow their advice; hence there are two: the followed and their admirers. However, on the very Day that we will be made to account, people will be running away from one another, and those that were followed will disassociate themselves from their admirers; and the admirers will wish they had another chance to go back and disassociate themselves from the ones they had followed!

Let this serve as a reminder to us all – let us not put ourselves in that position!

Instead, let us connect to the Qur’an, as the greatest khair (blessing) is to live by, live with and to learn the Qur’an!

Listen and #ShareTheNur! Allahumma salli alaa Nur.

Shaykh Faid Mohammed Said

Bismillah-ir Rahman-ir Raheem

“And indeed, You are the pinnacle of character” (Surah Al-Qalam, 4)

Allah (subhana wa ta'ala) said the above verse with regards to His Beloved (sallallahu alayhi wasalam)!

But have we ever asked ourselves: Why does character or manners matter? How can I relate to the qualities imbued by the Best of Creation (sallallahu alayhi wasalam)?

In this first installment of its kind, “In Conversation with Shaykh Faid” presents a discussion on the topic of manners.

Look out for further installments in this uncut and candid series, which will feature questions & answers, discussion and insights from Shaykh Faid. Listen and #ShareTheNur! Allahumma salli alaa Nur. Jummah Mubarak! Shaykh Faid Mohammed Said

In this khutba Shaykh Faraz Rabbani reminds us that the believers are not distinguished by living a worldly life, rather a believer lives with a higher reality and sense of purpose. Understanding the events that take place in this world are not for one to simply indulge in with worldly emotions. Rather they are a trial to see how one will deal with the trials and tribulations of this world. He goes on to remind us that what makes a Muslim community is believing in Allah and His Messenger (peace and blessing be upon him).

Shaykh Faraz goes on to explain how believers respond to trials. In trials and tribulations there is a tremendous wisdom from Allah Most High. What Allah wants from believers during trials is to continue to turn to Him with a sense of need. He ends by explaining how the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessing be upon him) was constantly tried and tested, however he never complained.

This khutba was delivered by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani at the Mississauga Jame Masjid (http://www.jamemasjid.org/) in January 2018.

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Bismillah-ir Rahman-ir Raheem

Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasalam) said to Syedina Abu Dharr (radiallah anhu): “Loneliness is better than bad company, and good company is better than being alone; to speak good is better than being quiet, and to keep quiet is better than saying words of regret!”

People might blame you for not being social, or for not being around them, but what really matters is our choice of company, as company is infectious – so choose with whom to be!

As Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasalam) said: “The example of good company is like being in a perfumery, either remnants of the perfume remain on you or you will carry the perfume in your hands; and the example of bad company is like visiting the establishment of the blacksmith, where you will either be affected by the smoke or you will carry the scent of it!”

And Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasalam) said: “Everyone will be resurrected with his or her friend, - so choose who you will be with!”

...And as far as you remember Him, you are never alone!

Listen and #ShareTheNur! Allahumma salli alaa Nur.

Jummah Mubarak!

Shaykh Faid Mohammed Said

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Shaykh Faraz Rabbani explains and reflects on an aphorism by Imam al-Shadhili: "The truest of statements with Allah Most High, is there is no God but God (la ilaha illa Allah) upon purity. And the first of actions to be upon the love of Allah Most High is to hate worldliness, and to have no hope from the people of this world while being in conformity with them."

Shaykh Faraz explains the virtues of affirming Divine oneness (la ilaha illa Allah). He counsels everyone to make much remembrance of that statement. He also reflects that through leaving love of the perishing world, one moves towards loving Allah Most High.

 

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“There has come to you from Allah a Light…” (Surah Al-Ma’idah, 15)

Bismillah-ir Rahman-ir Raheem

No one is exempt from the Mercy of Allah (subhana wa ta'ala)!

“Say, ‘O My servants who have transgressed against themselves [by sinning], do not despair of the mercy of Allah. Indeed, Allah forgives all sins. Indeed, it is He who is the Forgiving, the Merciful." (Surah Az-Zumar, 53)

The reflection of His Mercy is His Nur – the Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alayhi wasalam) – who was not sent other than as a “Mercy to all the worlds.” (Surah Al-‘Anbiya, 107).

And how can we reflect this Mercy? By sending Salawat (prayers and salutations) upon the Messenger of Allah (sallallahu alayhi wasalam)!

“Indeed, Allah confers blessing upon the Prophet, and His angels [ask Him to do so]. O you who have believed, ask [Allah to confer] blessing upon him and ask [ Allah to grant him] peace.” (Surah Al-‘Ahzab, 56)

Allahumma salli alaa Nur.

May we all be connected to The Nur, in the now and forever!

Jummah Mubarak!

Faid Mohammed Said

 

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In this podcast Shaykh Faid Mohammed explains some of the meanings of Allah Most High's Diving name As-Sabur (the Most patient). Although it is Allah alone who creates and sustains, humans are accountable for their choices.

He goes on the explain why iblis out of his arrogance refused to bow to Adam, and how all disbelief comes about out of arrogance. Arrogance being one of the roots of evil that causes harm in this life and the next.

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In this podcast Shaykh Faid Mohammed explains how the exalted character of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessing be upon him) as mentioned in the Qur’an brings about piety, and showing gentleness and care and concern  while dealing with others.

Shaykh Faid gives several examples of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessing be upon him)  having care and concern for others by preferring others to himself.

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In this Friday sermon, Shaykh Faraz reminds the believers the importance of connecting with the Qur'an, especially with the short verses and chapters that are oft recited. The Qur'an is a gift from Allah Most High for those who are mindful of Him. The entirety of the Qur'an contains guidance for all of creation.  Certain verses of the Qur'an are keys to guidance. The shorter chapters and verses are some keys which encapsulate meanings of the entire Qur'an.

Shaykh Faraz goes on to remind the believers to constantly review the verses in the Qur'an that Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessing be upon him) recited in his prayer upon waking at night (Surat Aal Imran, verses 190-200). This will help with one's connecting to the Qur'an. He ends by reminding the believers that the good of creation comes about by connecting to the Qur'an.

This Friday khutba was delivered at the Sayeda Khadija Centre (http://www.skcentre.com/) in Mississauga, in January 2018.

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