40 Hadith
How can we treat animals with Ihsan?
When slaughtering, allow them to feel no pain or suffering. During their life, treat them fair and just.
What does it mean to be shy of Al Qarib?
To be shy of Al Qarib is to have a shield from sin, knowing that He SWT is watching and is Near.
Indeed, ˹it is˺ We ˹Who˺ created humankind and ˹fully˺ know what their souls whisper to them, and We are closer to them than ˹their˺ jugular vein. 50:16
Who are the Bani Israel?
The followers of Musa AS.
Name a wisdom from the Dua of the Prophet SAW after the incident at Taif.
His SAW main concern was still the pleasure of Allah SWT. He SAW recognized that there was no Power or Might other than Allah SWT.
What advice did the Prophet SAW give if a bad deed is committed?
Follow it with a good one.
What is Rizq?
*Bonus: Name types of Rizq.
Rizq is the provision granted to us. It is anything of benefit; whether tangible or intangible, material or immaterial. It is our wealth, cars, and home, but also our knowledge, good manners, security, peace of mind, and so on.
What did Adam AS do after the incident with the fruit?
Adam AS made the dua to Allah SWT as mentioned in 7:23, saying “Our Lord! We have wronged ourselves. If You do not forgive us and have mercy on us, we will certainly be losers.” This was accepted by Allah SWT and they were forgiven.
What did the Prophet SAW say when the Angel of the Mountains asked if He wanted Taif to be crushed between the mountains?
"No but I hope that Allah will let them beget children who will worship Allah Alone, and will worship None besides Him.”
How does acceptance of a decree help a believer?
Acceptance helps to alleviate patience since it reflects true submission and trust. It shows that you understand that your situation has been placed by Allah SWT and your hope in Allah SWT is greater than your doubts. Having firm conviction in what has been decreed helps to move forward with contentment because of your trust in who has Decreed it.
How is Allah SWT Al Kareem?
*Bonus: In which Surah was a form of this Name used in in early Revelation?
“He is the One Who initiates the favours before they are deserved, donates goodness without seeking a reward, forgives sins, and pardons the wrongdoer.”
Al Karim is He who is abundant in His Giving. He overcomes, pardons, promises and fulfills, and He never fails those who retreat to Him. His SWT kingdom is never diminished in the least. The Prophet SAW said,
“Verily, Allah is conscientious and generous. He would be shy, when a man raises his hands to Him, to turn them away empty and disappointed.”
What was the reaction of Iblis when the Angels prostrated to Adam AS?
He refused and acted arrogantly.
What were the 3 incidents that made up the year of Sorrow?
The passing of Khadija RA, the passing of Abu Talib, and the incident at Taif.
"Among that which people knew from the words of former prophecy is: When you feel no _____, then do whatever you wish."
*Bonus: What does it mean to have Shame or shyness in Islam?
What does it mean for Allah SWT to be As Samad?
*Bonus: Where is this Name used in the Quran?
As Samad is the solution to every challenge, and is He SWT who hearts seek in hope and fear. Mankind is in need of such a Refuge that is Everlasting and unchanging. He SWT is a source of consistency in an otherwise ever changing world. He SWT is the one we turn to and seek Refuge in, for there is nothing or anyone else that can provide and sustain like He SWT does.
Why is it important to reflect on the situations Banu Israel was placed in?
They were given a Book and a Prophet just like us, so it is important to reflect and make sure we do not make any mistakes or take anything for granted like they could be seen doing.
What made Addas question who the Prophet SAW was?
"Young man, I will teach you words [of advice]: Keep Allah in mind – He will keep you from harm. Keep Allah in mind – you will find Him before you. When you ask, ask Allah; and when you seek help, seek it from Allah. Know that..."
What example does this Hadith use to demonstrate Qadr and reliance upon Allah SWT?What is this a reminder on?
"even if the [whole] nation assembled in order to benefit you with something, it could not benefit you except by something Allah had already decreed for you; and if they assembled in order to harm you with something, they could not harm you except with something Allah had already decreed upon you..."
Allah SWT is Al Qarib, the Near One. But which deeds do we commit that bring us the closest to Allah SWT?
The Fardh
"...and the most beloved things with which My slave comes nearer to Me, is what I have enjoined upon him;..."
What did Bani Israel do when Musa AS left them alone for a period of time?
Worship a Calf
How did the Prophet ﷺ return into Mecca?
The Prophet SAW sent emissaries into Mecca to potential Allies until Mut'im ibn Adi granted protection.