Returning the Salam
Explain the specific instructions on how to return the Salam.
You must reply with Assalaamualaikum at the very least, and you may choose to add wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh to complete your statement.
What qualifies as an invitation exception?
A valid excuse ( eg. an unIslamic gathering)
Gratitude must be manifested on what two levels for it to be considered real?
1- First, sincere thanks must be given to Allah in the form of prayer
2- Second, the blessings must be shared with others who are in need of it.
Provide the meanings of Alhamdulillah, Yarhamukallah, and Yahdeekum Allah Wa Yuslihbaalakum
(All praise is due to Allah), (May Allah have mercy on you), and (May Allah guide you and improve you affairs)
Name at least 3 benefits of visiting the sick in Islam
Answers may vary
Ex:
Because visiting the sick is a form of worship, to comfort the sick and show concern for their health through prayer to Allah SWT, to remind the ill to be patient in Allah SWTs test and have trust in him, to remember Allah SWT and his blessing of health and to do as much good while you still can, etc.
What is the last point that attending a funeral procession reminds someone of?
Attending funeral processions reminds us of death.
Give an example of an exception for returning the Salam.
[Answers may Vary]
Ex. Khutbah, salah, in the bathroom, with the opposite gender invoking feelings, and more.
The Prophet (SAW) compared a good companion to a ___ and a bad companion to a ___.
Perfume merchant; blacksmith
What kind of people are most able to offer good advice?
Those whom Allah blessed with Islamic Knowledge and Understanding as well as Deep Wisdom and Intelligence
Is it mandatory for you to say “Yarhamukallah” when one sneezes? If no, then when would it be mandatory?
No, if a person sneezes and does not praise Allah, one does not need to say it. However, if one does praise Allah then you must say Yarhamukallah
What are the two instruments of refuge? How are they beneficial to the sick?
The two instruments of refuge are the Mu'awwidhatan. This includes Surat An Nas and Surat Al Falaq. This is because these surahs were revealed to seek refuge in Allah SWT from the evil of his creation, so they can be recited as duas when sick.
What is the 6th point in this hadith?
This hadith obliges Muslims to attend funeral processions of other muslims regardless of if they knew them or not.
Recite the hadith (sanad and matn) that explains the (3) circumstances where one is obliged to give Salam first. (English or Arabic)
عن أبي هريرة رضي الله عنه مرفوعاً: "لِيُسَلِّمِ الصغيرُ على الكبيرِ، والمارُّ على القاعدِ، والقليلُ على الكثيرِ" وفي رواية: "والراكبُ على الماشي".
[صحيح] - [متفق عليه]
Abu Hurayrah (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that the Prophet (may Allah's peace and blessings be upon him) said: "The young should greet the old, the passer-by should greet the one who is sitting, and the small group of people should greet the larger one." Another narration adds: "and the one who is riding should greet the one who is walking."
Why are Muslims obliged to accept invitations?
To create a close brotherhood, to celebrate joyous times together, and to develop healthy relationships.
What does advice to other Muslims involve?
Guiding and helping them to do what is and for their own welfare in this life and the next.
Provide the hadith regarding the when one sneezes and does not praise Allah
Anas reported that two men sneezed in front of the Prophet (PBUH). He said tashmit (Yarhamuk Allah) to one but not the other. So the latter said, "Messenger of Allah, you said tashmīt to him, but you didn't say it to me!" The Prophet (PBUH) replied, "That man praised Allah (i.e., said, Alhamdulillah) but you didn't praise Allah."
Recite the portion of the “Rights of a Muslim on a Muslim” hadith about visiting the sick in both English and Arabic.
“If he gets sick, visit him.”
إِذَا مَرِضَ فَعُدْهُ
List 4 examples of what a funeral procession should not include
Wailing, shouting, burning, incense, candles
What does Fard Kifaya mean? Recite the hadith by Abi ibn Abi Talib that describes the Fard Kifaya description of returning Salaam (in English or Arabic). Describe it based on the returning Assalamualaikum portion of the hadith.
Fard Kifaya is a collective obligation that is done according to each person's capacity. If the obligation is not fulfilled, all the persons may be regarded as sinful. In this hadith, it is discussed how just one member of a group could render salam, which is adequate for the entire group.
عن علي بن أبي طالب رضي الله عنه مرفوعاً: «يُجْزِئُ عن الجماعة إذا مَرُّوا أن يُسَلِّم أحدهم، ويُجْزِئُ عن الجماعة أن يَرُدَّ أحدهم».
[حسن] - [رواه أبو داود]
‘Ali ibn Abi Tālib (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that the Prophet (may Allah's peace and blessings be upon him) said: "When a group of people pass by, it is sufficient if one of them extends the greetings on their behalf, and it is sufficient if one returns the greeting on behalf of a group."
Recite the hadith that states that there is enough food for more than simply the number of persons being served. (English or Arabic)
Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said, "The food for two persons is sufficient for three, and the food of three persons is sufficient for four persons.
قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم " طَعَامُ الاِثْنَيْنِ كَافِي الثَّلاَثَةِ، وَطَعَامُ الثَّلاَثَةِ كَافِي الأَرْبَعَةِ ".
The Prophet (PBUH) also encouraged the giving of good advice by pointing out the immense rewards which it can earn. What did the Prophet SPECIFICALLY mention about the rewards?
1- On one occasion he said, "The one who points out the good gets a reward like the one who does it.
2- On another occasion he said, " Whoever sets a good precedent will get the reward for it; as well as the reward of whoever follows it without decreasing their reward in any way.”
Part a) What is the certain etiquette concerning sneezing.
Part b) How many times would you pray for the other when he/she sneezes?
Part a)
In order to prevent harm from befalling others and to take into account sneezing as a result of sickness and not a sign of good health.
1- The Prophet (PBUH) is reported to have said, "If any of you sneezes, let him put both of his palms over his face and dampen the sound."
2- Hence, one should neither sneeze in an uncontrolled loud voice, nor should one spray his or her neighbors with particles of saliva, which may contain disease.
Part B)
The Prophet (PBUH) advised us to pray for our brother who sneezes up to three times, but "if he sneezes more than that he has a cold." Therefore, the prayer should not be made after the third time.
Being sick is an example of a test from Allah SWT. In the correct order, what people suffer the greatest afflictions? Recite the hadith in which the Prophet SAW mentioned this as well as who reported it.
A Sahabi named Sa’d RA reported that the Prophet SAW said those who have suffered the greatest afflictions are, “The Prophets, then those who come after them (in piety), then those who come after them.”
Fill in the blanks “The ______ should go behind the ______ and those on _____ should be near to it, walking _____ it, in______ of it, on its right and on its ______”
Rider, bier, foot, behind, front, left
Recite the portion of the 6 right hadith that deals with the obligation to return salam. (In Arabic and English)
“If you meet him, give Salaams to him,”
إِذَا لَقِيتَهُ فَسَلِّمْ عَلَيْهِ
In Arabic and English, recite the portion from “Hadith 9: Rights of a Muslim on a Muslim” that addresses accepting invitations.
When he invites you, accept (his invitation)
وَإِذَا دَعَاكَ فَأَجِبْهُ
How can one earn rewards from giving good advice to someone?
By advising others to do the right thing, one may earn rewards which continue to add up in his favor long after he has passed away ending only when no one else benefits from it.
Mention the hadith of making a prayer for a Muslim who has sneezed and praised Allah.
“ If one of you sneezes, let him say, 'Alhamdulillah', and let his brother or companion say to him, 'Yarhamuk Allah'. He should then reply, 'Yahdeekum Allah wa yuslihu balakum”
When a Muslim is ill, it is good to say a specific dua for them. What is this dua in English and Arabic? What word does it use that you generally aren't supposed to use in duas and why?
The dua is “لَا بَأْسَ طَهُورٌ إِنْ شَاءَ اللَّهُ” which translates to “Do not worry, it will be a purification for you, Allah willing.” This phrase uses the word Inshallah because it is not actually considered a dua. It is a statement. Doing the right things when sick can erase your sins, and Allah SWT is always with you, so it can be a purification for you, if Allah SWT wills.
What is the pace that we should walk at a funeral procession?
Fast/ brisk