Allah Almighty says: “Indeed, We offered the Trust to the heavens and the earth and the mountains, and they declined to bear it and feared it; but man [undertook to] bear it. Indeed, he was unjust and ignorant.” (Surah Al-Ahzab, verse 72) The term “trust” (الأمانة) refers to fulfilling and safeguarding rights. In this verse,… Continue reading The Meaning of “Indeed, We Offered the Trust to the Heavens and the Earth”
Do not rejoice, O Palestinians!
Israeli prisoners were released, and their families rejoiced. Their companions and loved ones celebrated their freedom with great joy. However, when Palestinians were freed, a tyrannical order was issued: “Do not rejoice, O Palestinians!” Obstacles and barriers were placed to prevent their celebrations, and schemes were devised to turn their joy into calamities. This reminded… Continue reading Do not rejoice, O Palestinians!
Do Not Contend with God
In your kitchen, you may have all the ingredients for biryani—meat, rice, oil, onions, salt, spices, and so on—but the biryani will not cook itself. It is your will that unites these components into a whole, transforming them from individual ingredients into a composite dish. This will is the driving force that sets things into… Continue reading Do Not Contend with God
Comparison Between Shah Waliullah Dehlavi and Mawlana Abdul Hamid al-Farahi
Introduction Sayyid Usman Khan, a PhD student from New Jersey, USA, wrote to me: “Assalamu ‘Alaikum, Mawlana! I hope you are well. A question came to mind: Could you write an article about the similarities and differences between Shah Waliullah and Mawlana al-Farahi, particularly concerning the Qur’an? Such an article would be extremely beneficial for… Continue reading Comparison Between Shah Waliullah Dehlavi and Mawlana Abdul Hamid al-Farahi
Jaʿfar Bhai – My Brother!
The pain of grief was already profound, but his passing has magnified it into an extraordinary tragedy. Today, on 15th January 2025, the heart-wrenching news of the demise of my dear Ja’far Bhai, Maulana Sayyid Ja’far Masood Hasani Nadwi, has deeply shaken my soul. He was the Nazir-e-Aam of Darul Uloom Nadwatul Ulama, a teacher… Continue reading Jaʿfar Bhai – My Brother!
Is Jaʿfar the One Who Has Departed?
I shall never forget the man who walked upon this earth, whose loss I mourn today (Wednesday, 15th Rajab, 1446 AH, corresponding to 15th January 2025 CE). The announcers of death have conveyed the news of Ja’far’s passing, leaving ears stunned and hearts shattered. They have mourned our noble colleague and friend, a man of… Continue reading Is Jaʿfar the One Who Has Departed?
The Miracles of Two Christian Women
When an extraordinary event occurs involving Muslims, it is referred to as a karamah (miracle), but if it happens to non-Muslims, it is termed istidraj (enticement). This is a common distinction, but the truth is that this differentiation lacks foundation. Both natural and extraordinary phenomena are a manifestation of Allah’s mercy, knowledge, and power. Allah… Continue reading The Miracles of Two Christian Women
Studying Arabic Literary Works
Today, the students of Al-Salam Institute asked me about the sequence they should follow in studying Arabic literary works. I responded: Those who have mastered the foundational books of grammar, morphology, and Arabic reading, such as the Al-Arabiyya lil-Nash’een series or similar, should begin with Kalila wa Dimna. This concise book helps students appreciate Arabic… Continue reading Studying Arabic Literary Works
There Are No Limits to Praising Allah
In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful Maulana Syed Muhammad Wazeh Rashid Nadwi (may Allah have mercy on him) was one of the eminent teachers at Darul Uloom Nadwatul Ulama. He possessed an extraordinary talent for teaching Arabic translation and composition. We, the students, were not only influenced by his knowledge… Continue reading There Are No Limits to Praising Allah
Has the Sun Risen?
If your family members differ on whether the sun has risen or not, splitting into two groups—one asserting the sun has risen and the other denying it—do not say, “There are two opinions on this matter: some say the sun has risen, and others say it hasn’t.” Nor should you spread these differing views on… Continue reading Has the Sun Risen?