The Virtues of The Day of Arafah - Ustadh Abu Ishaaq Nadeem

This reminder was given during a Sister's Afternoon Tea event on 15-06-2025.

The Hardness of the Heart | Abu Muhammad Walid

- Chapter 1: Kitāb aṭ-Ṭahārah
- Ḥadīth #3: “Save your heels from the Fire.”
- The literal translation of the ḥadīth, and its meaning. 
- Narrations that explain the context of the aforementioned ḥadīth. 
- The obligation of making sure every limb is washed properly and water reaches the correct places. 
- The danger a person exposes himself to by not completing his wuḍū. 
- The effect of the traces of wuḍū’ on the Day of Judgement.  
- The body parts prohibited for the Fire to consume.
- Ardently following the Prophet ﷺ and abiding by the limits of wuḍū’. 
- The reason and manner in which Abū Hurayrah (رضى الله عنه) would “extend the limits of his brightness”. 
- The humility of Abū Hurayrah, and why he presumed that ‘Abdullāh b. ‘Amr b. al-‘Āṣ (رضى الله عنهم) narrated more aḥadīth than himself. 


Questions:
1. Regarding the roots of the beard during the wuḍū’, does one run his fingers through his beard each time he washes his face?
2. If I am in a state of janābah due to a night emission or due to relations and the time for ṣalāh is going to run out in about ten minutes, should I run to do the ghusl and miss the ṣalāh or do wuḍū’ and pray?
3. What do you say to the Muslims supporting Iran against the state of “Israel”?
4. What naṣīḥah can you give to the guardians of the sisters, and sisters themselves, concerning their inconsiderate manners as it relates to responding to brothers?  
5. Why do the Ḥanafīs say wiping over the socks are restricted to leather and not cotton or other materials? Do they have proof for this?
6. What advice do you give regarding how to deal with family members who are older and carry out innovated funeral practices?


06 Umdahtul Ahkaam Shaikh Luhaydan By Abu Khadeejah 17062025


[20/06/2025] Shaikh Ibn Bāz Explains the Importance of Following the Truth - By Abu Khadeejah ‘Abdul Wāḥid حفظه الله. Khuṭbah at Masjid Salafi, Small Heath, Birmingham, UK.

- Benefits from the comments of Shaykh ‘Abdul-‘Azīz b. Bāz (رحمه الله) after Shaykh Rabī’ (حفظه الله) advised a group of his students. 
- Judging by the Book and Sunnah in all matters, small or great. 
- The obligation of returning all matters of differing in the religion to the two revelations. 
- A story that illustrates how the Companions (رضى الله عنهم) returned matters of differing to Allāh and His Messenger ﷺ and never put anyone’s opinion above that. 
- That which is obligatory upon the scholars, students of knowledge and everyone bound by the Sharī’ah. 
- Following the Companions precisely. 
- Necessary characteristics of the student of knowledge. 
- The obligation of following the truth and warning against whatever opposes it, even if the opposition comes from a close relative. 
- Āyāt on the obligation of following the Messenger ﷺ. 
- The obligation for the scholars to convey this da’wah to all of the people and for the students of knowledge to consult and keep ties with their scholars. 
- Ahādīth on the obligation of obeying the Messenger ﷺ. 
- Instruction for the general Muslims to remain steadfast upon the dīn of Allāh, follow the Messenger ﷺ and ask the scholars known for Sunnah and istiqāmah. 
- The cure for ignorance. 
- The obligation upon the scholars to spread knowledge and clarify the truth by every available means. 
- The three types of people who oppose this da’wah. 
- The da’wah of Shaykh al-Islām Muhammad b. ‘Abdul-Wahhāb (رحمه الله). 
- The way of the major scholars. 
- The obligation for the callers to be upon basīrah and gentleness when teaching the people. 


Shaikh Ibn Bāz Explains the Importance of Following the Truth By Abu Khadeejah

[20/06/2025] Sins are the Reason for Natural Disasters, Trials and Tribulations - By Abu Fuḍayl ‘Abdur Raqī حفظه الله. Khuṭbah at Masjid As-Sunnah An-Nabawiyyah, Aston, Birmingham, UK.

Some points discussed during this Khuṭbah:

– Verily, We sent Messengers to many nations before you (O Muhammad). And We seized them with extreme poverty and loss in health with calamities so that they might believe with humility.

When Our Torment reached them, why then did they not believe with humility? But their hearts became hardened, and Shaitan made fair-seeming to them that which they used to do. Surah Anfal 6:42-43

– Explanation of the above verses by Shaykh Muqbil.

– “And let not those who disbelieve think that they can outstrip (escape from the punishment). Verily, they will never be able to save themselves (from Allah’s Punishment).” Surah Anfal 8:59

– Sins are the cause for calamities and fitnah tribulations on earth.

– Example of previous nations and the punishments that Allah sent down upon them.

– The necessity to thank Allah and be grateful especially in these disbelieving lands, Allah has withheld the punishment such as tornadoes etc.

– “If you give thanks, I will give you more…” Surah Ibrahim 14:7

– Story of Sheba and how the people turned away from obedience of Allah and the punishment that ensued.

– “And whatever of misfortune befalls you, it is because of what your hands have earned. And He pardons much.” Surah Shura 42:35

– The real reasons for the “natural disasters.”

– Narrations mentioning the virtues of Yemen and its people.

– Allah’s blessing and the safety can be replaced with hardship and difficulties.

Sins are the Reason for Natural Disasters, Trials and Tribulations By Abu Fudayl

Foundations of Salafi Manhaj Neither Extremism nor Neglect - Shaykh Abu Iyaad

- About the author of the book - Shaykh Abdussalaam Burjis
- The ways and means deviated sects use to spread their innovations, such as secrecy, pretending to be close to some major scholars, having ta'assub etc..
- First principle - to concern oneself with seeking knowledge
- Second Foundation - Having eagerness and zeal to apply this knowledge
- Third Foundation - Calling to Allah up on knowledge
- Fourth Foundation - To be concerned with the Aqeedah of the Salaf in terms of knowledge, action and teaching it. 

The remaining principles will be covered in Bradford.

Recorded at the Islam is Sunnah Conference in Manchester June 2025

Foundations of the Salafi Manhaj - Abu Iyaad | Manchester

04 - Kitāb at Tawhīd - Shaykh Uways - The Fear of Falling into Shirk

[14/06/2025] The Foundation upon which the Jamā'ah is Built is the Companions of Muhammad ﷺ - By Abu Khadeejah ‘Abdul Wāḥid حفظه الله. lesson at Masjid ibn Seereen, Bristol,UK.

Some points discussed during this lesson:

- The statement the topic is based upon. 

- The four imāms and the years of their deaths. 

- What is meant by Ahlus-Sunnah wal-Jamā’ah.

- Early books of creed that gather the ijmā’ of the early Muslims. 

- The foundation of the jamā’ah in every generation up until Yawmul-Qiyāmah. 

- The similarity between the statements of Imām Aḥmad and Imām al-Barbaharī (رحمهما الله) regarding the foundations of the Sunnah. 

- ‘Abdullāh b. ‘Umar (رضى الله عنهما) on the great virtue of the Companions of the Messenger ﷺ over other than them. 

- Evidences that establish the foundation of Da’watus-Salafiyyah.

- Imām Aḥmad b. Ḥanbal’s (رحمه الله) response when he was asked about the one who gives precedence to ‘Alī b. Abī Ṭālib over Abū Bakr aṣ-Ṣiddīq (رضى الله عنهما). 

- The order of excellence of the Companions. 

- The true Golden Age of Islām, and the scholars present in that time. 

- The dominance of Islām when the Muslims were united upon a singular creed and repelled deviation. 

- The importance of knowing the jamā’ah and the foundation of unity.

- The age of peace, security and protection for all people. 

- Following the way of the Companions in having patience and being certain of the Aid of Allāh. 

- The response of the Messenger ﷺ to Khabbāb b. ‘Aratt (رضى الله عنه) when he asked him to supplicate to Allāh to alleviate their suffering. 

- What is meant by clinging to the jamā’ah.

- The reason the Khawārij made takfīr of ‘Alī (رضى الله عنه) and broke away from him. 

- The ḥujjah ‘Abdullāh b. ‘Abbās (رضى الله عنهما) established upon the Khawārij. 

- The ḥujjah ‘Abdullāh b. Mas’ūd (رضى الله عنه) established upon those making dhikr with stones in the masjid. 

- Allāh’s praise and extolment of the Companions in His Book.

- Looking at the religion through the lens of the Companions, not desires or opinions. 

- Loving and hating for Allāh (سبحانه وتعالى) alone.

- Advice from Imām al-Awzā’ī (رحمه الله) on being patient upon the Sunnah. 

- ‘Abdullāh b. Mas’ūd (رضى الله عنه) on who is the jamā’ah. 

- The fitnah of social media today and the importance of following the advice of Muḥammad b. Sīrīn (رحمه الله). 

Questions:

1. If someone claims to be upon Salafiyyah but all of their friends are not upon Salafiyyah or are from masājid that are not upon Salafiyyah, do we say they are the same as their friends regardless of what they claim?

2. What is the response to those who are lenient with having speakers like Da’wah Man, ‘Alī Da’wah, Akhī Ayman and those similar to them? They use the excuse that they are good for new Muslims, that they may hear and return to the prayer.

3. Is it allowed for the one who fears he will miss Fajr to combine Maghrib and ‘Ishā at home alone in the summer when ‘Ishā is late in the night?

4. How do you reconcile between the narrations of the virtues of the Ṣaḥābah and the ḥadīth regarding the time that will come when holding on to the religion will be like holding on to hot coals and whomsoever holds on in that time will get fifty times the reward of the Ṣaḥābah?

5. What advice can you give with regard to brotherhood and sisterhood and how to avoid shayṭān from coming in between us?

The Foundation upon which the Jamā'ah is Built By Abu Khadeejah

06 - Kitāb at Tawhīd - Shaykh Uways - The Explanation of Tawhid and The Testimony

Benefits from the story of Mūsa (عليه السلام) and Fir'awn

[14/11/2025] The Bequest of the Lion of Sunnah Al-'Allāmah Rabee' Al-Madkhalī (Raḥimahullāh) - By Abu Idrees Muhammad Khān حفظه الله. Lesson at Masjid As-Sunnah An-Nabawiyyah, Aston, Birmingham, UK.

Some points discussed during this lesson:

- The great concern Shaykh Rabī’ had for this ummah.

- His first wasiyah (bequest), the year it was written, and who he addressed it to. 

- Fearing Allāh and holding firmly to the Rope of Allāh.

- Proof that the Shaykh desired unity and only wanted good for this ummah, despite being relentlessly disparaged and attacked.

- Adhering to the manhaj of the Salaf as-Sālih in all aspects of Islām and life. 

- His firm adherence to the truth without compromising. 

- Cooperating upon righteousness and piety and defending the oppressed, regardless of who the oppressor is.

- Giving importance to jihād in the path of Allāh and striving to elevate Tawhīd. 

- How innovation and misguidance have corrupted the Muslims and brought about weakness and humiliation for the ummah.

- Guiding those who have erred back to the Book of Allāh (سبحانه وتعالى), Sunnah of the Messenger ﷺ and understanding of the rightly guided caliphs and imāms. 

- His second wasiyah, the year it was written, and who the Shaykh requested to write and spread it.

- Fearing Allāh as He should be feared, collectively holding fast to the Rope of Allāh and not dividing.

- Wherein lies happiness in this life and the hereafter.

- The outcome of division and discord.

- The only means of attaining unity.

- Judging ourselves by what we learned from our Shaykh. 

- The necessity of sincerity and truthfulness.

- Exerting effort in reforming and rectifying the state of the Muslims. 

- Following the example of Shaykh Rabī’ in being humble, truthful and not wanting the dunyā or position. 

- Servicing and calling to the Qur’ān and Sunnah, not ourselves.

- The humility of the major scholars. 

- The Shaykh’s advice to the students of knowledge and scholars regarding guiding the ummah back to the teachings of the Book and Sunnah upon the understanding of the Salaf as-Sālih. 

- A warning against differing and following desires.

- The reason this ummah is superior to other nations. 

- The passing away of the righteous, and a description of those who will remain. 

- That which is imperative upon the bearers of knowledge.

- Humbling ourselves to the judgement of Allāh and His Messenger ﷺ. 

Sins are the Reason for Natural Disasters, Trials and Tribulations By Abu Fudayl

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