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Islam: The Complete Way of Life
Dr. Norlain bint Muhammad Dindang
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A Great way to meet lots of muslims and learn about Islam. Introduction Muslims believe that Islam is the ultimate and complete way of life for mankind. This belief is based on the Divine Book of Allah, the Qur’an and the Sunnah/Ahadith (tradition and sayings or teachings of Prophet Muhammad r (Salallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam ¾ May the peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). Islamic teachings are full of truth, wisdom and virtues; and taken altogether they are a perfect guide to mankind of all ages, generations, races and social strata. They are simple, yet very practical. If implemented as a way of life, Islam will be the ultimate solution to all sorts of perplexing problems affecting mankind. It is worth recalling that towards the middle of the sixth century AD, mankind had lived in pain, oppression, cruelty and chaos. Before this, messengers had come in regular succession, but for 600 years no message had come from Allah. The absence of divine guidance for so long a time was itself a manifestation of Allah’s chastisement to mankind for doing all kinds of evil deeds on earth. Allah I (Subhanahu wa ta’ala, meaning: the Exalted, Most Glorious) sent Muhammad r and chose him as a universal Messenger to all mankind (Qur’an 34:28), as a Mercy for all creatures (Qur’an 21: 107) and as the Seal of the Prophets (Qur’an 33:40). Allah I sent down the Qur’an to His Messenger r as a guide to mankind (Qur’an 2:185). It is a complete divine guidance, with nothing omitted from it (Qur’an 6:38). It is a confirmation of (revelations) that went before it, and a fuller explanation of the Book ¾ wherein there is no doubt ¾ from the Creator of the Worlds (Qur’an 10:37). Allah I assuredly guards it (from corruption). (Qur’an 15:9) It is verily a Message for the God-fearing, a Truth of assured certainty (Qur’an 69:43-52). Islam as the revealed Religion from Allah (I) is comprehensive and perfect. Its Divine Book, the Qur’an is the only most comprehensive book available to mankind for guidance ¾ nothing has been omitted from it. It is further explained in detail. Allah (I) the Most High says: [...Nothing have We omitted from the Book and they [all] shall be gathered to their Rabb in the end.] (Qur’an 6: 38) […He it is Who has sent unto you the Book, explained in detail. They know full well, to whom We have given the Book, that it has been sent down from your Rabb in Truth. Never be then of those who doubt.] (Qur’an 6: 114) [For We had certainly sent unto them a Book based on knowledge, which We explained in detail - a Guide and a Mercy to all who believe.] (Qur’an 7: 52) […[This Qur’an is] a Book with Verses basic or fundamental [of established meaning] ¾ further explained in detail ¾ from One Who is All-Wise and Well-Acquainted [with all things].] (Qur’an 11: 1) As the complete Book of Guidance, the Qur’an guides us to believe and obey Prophet Muhammad (r). The Messenger (r) possesses an exalted standard of character (i.e., sublime morals) and is an excellent example for us to follow. Our Creator emphasizes: [Indeed, in the Messenger of Allah [Muhammad] you have an excellent example to follow for him who hopes in [meeting with] Allah and the Last Day, and remembers Allah much.] (Qur’an 33: 21) It is imperative, therefore, that we must strictly adhere to the Qur’an and the Sunnah. It is a divine commandment that guides us to the Straight Path. Both the Qur’an and the Sunnah constitute the best guidance for the whole mankind. We have to believe and follow the following teachings from the Qur’an and the Ahâdîth: “And if you have a dispute concerning any matter, refer it to Allah and His Messenger.’” (Qur’an 3:31) “And verily, this is my Straight Path so follow it, and follow not other paths, for they will separate you away from His Path. This He has ordained for you that you may become pious.” (Qur’an 6:153) Jabir Bin ‘Abdullah (t) narrated that Allah’s Messenger (r) said, “The best speech is that embodied in the Book of Allah, and the best guidance is the guidance given by Muhammad. The most evil affairs are their innovations; and every innovation is an error.” (Muslim1885 and Ibn Majah 1/45) Jabir Bin ‘Abdullah (t) narrated that Allah’s Messenger (r) used to say in his prayer after tashahhud, “The most excellent words are the words of Allah and the most excellent guidance is the guidance given by Muhammad.” (Tirmidhi 956 and Nasa’i) Hudhaifah (t) narrated that Allah’s Messenger (r) said to us, “Honesty descended from the Heavens and settled in the roots of the hearts of men (faithful believers), and then the Qur’an was revealed and the people read the Qur’an, (and learned from it) and also learned it from the Sunnah. Both Qur’an and the Sunnah strengthened their (the faithful believers’) honesty.” (Bukhari 9/381) In order to guide mankind to the Right Religion, Allah (I) has completed His Divine Favor upon us by making Islam the Perfect Religion. The last message that Allah (I) has sent to His Messenger, Prophet Muhammad (r) for our Divine Guidance is the perfection of Islam. Allah (I), the All-Mighty, says: [...This day I have perfected your religion for you, completed My favor upon you, and have chosen for you Islam as your religion…] (Qur’an 5: 3) The following are some Qur’anic verses and Ahadith (Prophet’s teachings) which reflect the comprehensiveness of Islamic economic, social, religious and cultural values. These are compiled mostly from Alim for Windows Version 4.5.
Economic Values and Ethics
“O you who believe! Stand out firmly for Allah, as witnesses to fair dealing, and let not the hatred of others to you make you swerve to wrong and depart from justice. Be just: and fear Allah. For Allah is well-acquainted with all that you do.” (Qur’an 5:8) Hakim bin Hizamt (Radhiallahu anhu, meaning: May Allah be pleased with him) narrated that Allah’s Messenger r said: “The seller and the buyer have the right to keep or return goods as long as they have not parted or till they part; and if both the parties spoke the truth and betrayed in purchasing.” The Prophetr told him to say at the time of buying, “No cheating.” (i.e., he has the right to return it if found undesirable). (Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 328) Abu Hurairah t narrated that Allah’s Messengerr said: “If one gives in charity what equals one date-fruit from the honestly earned money and Allah accepts only the honestly earned money ¾ Allah takes it in His Right (hand); and then enlarges its reward for that person (who has given it), as anyone of you brings up his baby horse, so much so that it becomes as big as a mountain described the defects and qualities (of the goods), then they would be blessed in their transaction. And if they told lies or hid something, then the blessings of their transaction would be lost.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 293) Hakim ibn Hizamt narrated that Allah’s Messenger r said: “The seller and the buyer have the right to keep or return goods as long as they have not parted or till they part; and if both the parties spoke the truth and described the defects and qualities (of the goods), then they would be blessed in their transaction, and if they told lies or hid something, then the blessings of their transaction would be lost.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 293)
(For other relevant Qur’anic verse and Hadith see: Qur’an 3:161 and Al-Bukhari Vol. 2 Hadith 491 Vol. 3 Hadith 293 Vol. 3 Hadith 597, Abu Dawud Hadith 3527, Tirmidhi Hadith 2799, Ibn Majah and Darimi)
“Give full measure when you measure, and weigh with a balance that is straight. That is better and fairer in the final determination.” (Qur’an 17:35) “So establish weight with justice and fall not short in the balance.” (Qur’an 55:9) Al-Miqdam bin Ma’dikaribt narrated that the Prophet r said: “Measure your foodstuff and you will be blessed.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 338)
(For other relevant Qur’anic verse and Ahadith see: Qur’an 83:1-3, Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 334 Vol. 3 Hadith 341 Vol. 3 Hadith 345, Vol. 3 Hadith 345 and Vol. 3 Hadith 385.)
“… Fulfill the contracts which you have made; and to be firm and patient, in pain (or suffering) and adversity, and throughout all periods of panic. Such are the people of truth, the God-fearing.” (Qur’an 2:177) “O you who believe! When you deal with each other, in transactions involving future obligations in a fixed period of time reduce them to writing. Let a scribe write down faithfully as between the parties. Let not the scribe refuse to write as Allah has taught him. So let him write. Let him who incurs the liability dictate, but let him fear Allah His Rabb (Sustainer) and not diminish aught of what he owes. If the party liable is mentally deficient, or weak or unable himself to dictate; let his guardian dictate faithfully. And get two witnesses, out of your own men. And if there are not two men, then a man and two women, such as you choose, for witnesses, So that if one of them errs the other can remind her. The witnesses should not refuse when they are called on (for evidence). Disdain not to reduce to writing (your contract) for a future period, whether it be small or big; it is more just in the sight of Allah, more suitable as evidence, and more convenient to prevent doubts among yourselves. But if it be a transaction which you carry out on the spot among yourselves, there is no blame on you if you reduce it not to writing. But take witnesses whenever you make a commercial contract; and let neither scribe nor witness suffer harm. If you do (such harm), it would be wickedness in you. So fear Allah; for it is Allah that teaches you. And Allah is well acquainted with all things. If you are on a journey and cannot find a scribe a pledge with possession (may serve the purpose). And if one of you deposits a thing on trust with another, let the trustee (faithfully) discharge His trust, and let him Fear Allah his Rabb (Sustainer). Conceal not evidence; for whoever conceals it- His heart is tainted with sin. And Allah knows all that you do. (Qur’an 2:282-283) “O you who believe! Fulfil (all) obligations...” (Qur’an 5:1) “And take not your oaths, to practice deception between yourselves with the result that someone’s foot may slip after it was firmly planted, and you may have to taste the evil (consequences) of having hindered (men) from the Path of Allah, and a mighty Wrath descend on you.” (Qur’an 16:94) It is narrated on the authority of Abu Umamat that Allah’s Messenger r said: “He who appropriated the right oft a Muslim by (swearing a false) oath, Allah would make Hell-fire necessary for him and would declare Paradise forbidden for him.” (Muslim Vol. 1 Hadith 252)
(For other relevant verses and Ahadith see: Qur’an 5:89; 16:92; 16:94; Muslim Vol. 1 Hadith 252; Hadith 4056; Al-Bukhari Vol.8 Hadith 668 and Abu Dawud Hadith 3237; Al-Bukhari Vol.6 Hadith 138; Abu Dawud, Hadith 3316; Al-Bukhari Vol.8 Hadith 622 and Vol.9 Hadith 538.)
“If the debtor is in a difficulty, grant him time till it is easy for him to repay. But if you remit it by way of charity, that is best for you, if you only knew. And fear the Day when you shall be brought back to Allah. Then shall every soul be paid what it earned, and none shall be dealt with unjustly.” (Qur’an 22:280-281) Abu Hurairah t narrated that a dead man in debt to others used to be brought to Allah’s Messenger r who would ask, “Has he left anything to repay his debts?” If he was informed that he had left something to cover his debts, the Prophet would offer the funeral prayer for him; otherwise he would say to the Muslims (present there), “Perform the funeral for your friend,” But when Allah helped the Prophet to gain victory (o his expeditious) he said: “I am closer to the Believers than themselves, so, if one of the Believers dies in debt, I will repay it, but if he leaves wealth, it will be for his heirs. (Al-Bukhari Vol. 7 Hadith 284) Abu Hurairah t narrated that Allah’s Messenger r said: “If I had a gold equal to the mountain of Uhud, it would not please me that anything of it should remain with me after three nights (i.e., I would spend all of it in Allah’s Cause) except what I would keep for repaying debts.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 8 Hadith 452) (For other relevant Qur’anic verses and Ahadith, see: Qur’an 4:12, 24:11, Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 502 Vol. 8 Hadith 452, Muslim Hadith 3896, Tirmidhi Hadith 2926, Nasa’I and Abu Dawud Hadith 3558.) Discouragement of Being in Debt ‘Aishah (Radhiallahu anha) narrated that Allah’s Messenger r used to invoke Allah in the prayer saying, “O Allah, I seek refuge with you from all sins, and from being in debt.” Someone said: “O Allah’s Messenger, (see you) very often you seek refuge with Allah from being in debt. He replied, “If a person is in debt, he tells lies when he speaks, and breaks his promises when he promises.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 582 and Abu Dawud Hadith 879) Amr bin Al-As t narrated that Allah’s Messenger r said: “All the sins of a Shahid (martyr) are forgiven except debt.” (Muslim Vol. 3 Hadith 4649)
(For other relevant Ahadith, see Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 487 and Abu Dawud Hadith 3336.)
“Allah will deprive usury of all blessing, but will give increase for deeds of charity: for He loves not creatures ungrateful and sinner.” (Qur’an 2: 276) “O you who believe! Fear God, and give up what remains of your demand for usury, if you are indeed believers.” (Qur’an 2: 278) “O you who believe! Devour not usury, doubled and multiplied, but fear God that you may (really) prosper.” (Qur’an 3:130) Abdullah ibn Mas’ud t narrated that Allah’s Messenger r cursed the one who accepted usury, the one who paid it, the witness to it, and the one who recorded it.” (Abu Dawud Hadith 3327)
(For other relevant Qur’anic verses and Ahadith see: Qur’an 2:275, 4:161 and 30:39; Al-Bukhari Vo.l. 3 Hadith 379, Vo.l. 7 Hadith 829, Muslim Hadith 3854, Tirmidhi Hadith 2829 and Nasa’i, Hadith 2827, Ibn Majah, Bayhaqi and Ahmad.)
“And do not eat up your property among yourselves for vanities, nor use it as a bait (bribe) for the judges, with intent that you may eat up a little of (other) people’s property.” (Qur’an 2:188) ‘Abdullah ibn Amr ibn al-‘As t narrated that he heard Allah’s Messenger r saying, “Fornication will not appear among any people without their being punished by famine, and bribery will not appear among any people without their being punished by terror.” (Tirmidhi Hadith 3582 and Ahmad)
‘Abdullah ibn Amr ibn al-‘Ast narrated that Allah’s Messenger r cursed the one who bribes and the one who takes bribe. (Abu Dawud Hadith 3573)
“On the Day when heat will be produced out of that (wealth) in the fire of Hell, and with it will be branded their foreheads, their flanks, and their backs. ‘This is the (treasure) which you buried for yourselves: Taste you, then the (treasures) you buried.’” (Qur’an 9:35) Abda t. narrated that the Prophetr said: “Do not withhold your money by counting it (i.e. hoarding it), (for if you did so), Allah would also withhold His blessings from you.” (Al-Bukhari Vo.l. 2 Hadith 514) Ya’la ibn Umayyaht narrated that the Prophet r said: “Hoarding up food (to sell it at a high price) in the sacred territory is a deviation (from right to wrong).” (Abu Daud Hadith 2015) Ma1mar bin Abdullah t, the son of Nadla t reported that Allah’s Messenger r said, “None but a sinful person hoards (goods).” (Ibn Majah Vol. 3 Hadith 2154)
Umar bin Al-Khattab t reported that Allah’s Messenger r said: “He who imports (goods is granted provision and he who hoards (goods) is a cursed one.” (Ibn Majah Vol. 3 Hadith 2153)
Ibn Umart reported that Allah’s Messenger r said: “Anyone of you should not enter into transaction when another is already making the transaction.” (Ibn Majah Vol. 3 Hadith 2171)
Abu Hurairaht reported that Allah’s Messenger r said: “A man should not enter into transaction against the transaction of his brother (while he is making a transaction) to his brother’s purchase.” (Ibn Majah Vol. 3 Hadith 2172)
“O you who believe! Eat not up your property among yourselves in vanities: but let there be amongst you traffic and trade by mutual goodwill: nor kill (or destroy) yourselves: for verily Allah hats been to you Most Merciful.” (Qur’an 4:29)
Abu Sa’id Khudri t reported that Allah’s Messenger r said “A transaction is valid as a result of mutual consent.” (Ibn Majah Vol. 3 Hadith 2185)
Uthman bin Affan t reported that Allah’s Messenger r said: “Allah will admit to the Paradise a man who is lenient as a seller and a buyer.” (Ibn Majah Vol. 3 Hadith 2202)
Jabir bin Abdullah t reported that Allah’s Messenger r said: “May Allah have mercy on the bondsman who is kind when he sells, kind when he buys and lenient when he demands (his debt)..” (Ibn Majah Vol. 3 Hadith 2202)
Abu Qatada t reported that Allah’s Messengerr said: “Beware of taking oaths in a business transaction because it (first) promotes the business and then ultimately obliterates (the blessings of the business).” (Ibn Majah Vol. 3 Hadith 2209)
(For other relevant Hadith see: Ibn Majah Vol. 3 Hadith 2208.)
Uqba bin ‘Amir t is reported to have said: I heard Allah’s Messenger as saying: “A Muslim is the brother of a Muslim. It is not permissible for a Muslim to sell a commodity that contains some defect in it except that he describes that (defect) to him (the buyer).” (Ibn Majah Vol. 3 Hadith 2246)
(For other relevant Hadith see: Ibn Majah Vol. 3 Hadith 2247)
Salih bin Suhaib t reported on his father’s authority that Allah’s Messenger r said: “There are three things which contain a blessing in them: buying and selling for a prescribed period, profit sharing (mudaraba) and mixing of wheat with barley for domestic consumption but not for sale.” (Ibn Majah Vol. 3 Hadith 2289)
“As to the thief, male or female, cut off his hand or her hands: a punishment by way of example, from Allah, for their crime: and God is exalted in power.” (Qur’an 5:38) ‘Aishah narrated that the Prophet r said: “The hand should be cut off for stealing something that is worth a quarter of a Dinar or more.” (Al-Bukhari Vol.8 Hadith 780 and 782) ‘Abdullah ibn Yazid al Ansaryt narrated that the Prophet r forbade robbery (taking away what belongs to others without their permission), and also forbade mutilation (or maiming) of bodies. (Al-Bukhari Vol.3 Hadith 654)
(For other relevant verse and Ahadith see: Qur’an 5:39; Al-Bukhari Vol. 5 Hadith79; Abu Dawud Hadith 4367 and Hadith 4396.)
Sa’id bin Zaid t narrated that Allah’s Messenger r said: “Whoever usurps the land of somebody unjustly, his neck will be encircled with seven earths (on the Day of Resurrection).” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 632; Vol. 4 Hadith 419)
Ibn ‘Umart narrated that the Prophetr said: “Whoever takes a piece of the land of others unjustly, he will sink down the seven earths on the Day of Resurrection.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 634; Vol. 4 Hadith 418)
“O you who believe! Intoxicants and gambling, (dedication) of stones, and (divination by) arrows are an abomination of Satan’s handiwork: Eschew such abomination, that you may prosper. Satan’s plan is (but) to excite enmity and hatred among you, with intoxicants and gambling, and to turn you away from the remembrance of God and from Prayer: Will you not then abstain?” (Qur’an 5:90-91) ‘Aishah narrated that Allah’s Messengerr was asked about Al-Bit, a liquor prepared from honey which the Yemenites used to drink. Allah’s Messenger said: “All drinks that intoxicate are unlawful (to drink).” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 7 Hadith 492, Muslim Vol. 3 Hadith 4956)
(For other relevant Qur’anic verse and Hadith, see: Qur’an 2:219 and Al-Bukhari Vol. 7 Hadith 438.)
“Forbidden to you (for food) are: dead meat, blood, the flesh of swine, and that on which has been invoked the name of other than Allah...” (Qur’an 5:3)
“Say: ‘I find not in the Message received by me by inspiration any (meat) forbidden to be eaten by one who wishes to eat it, unless it be dead meat, or blood poured forth, or the flesh of swine; for it is an abomination or what is impious, (meat) on which a name has been invoked other than Allah’s. But (even so), if a person is forced by necessity, without lawful disobedience, nor transgressing due limits, your Rabb (Sustainer) is Most Forging, Most Merciful.’” (Qur’an 6:145 also see 16:115)
Narrated Ibn Abbas t: ... “I heard him (Muhammadr) saying, ‘Whoever makes a picture will be punished by Allah till he puts soul (life) in it, and he will never be able to put soul (life) in it ..’.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 428)
Abu Talhat reported Allah’s Messenger r having said: “Angels do not enter a house in which there is a dog or a picture.” (Muslim Vol. 3 Hadith 5249)
“And spend of your substance in the cause of Allah, and make not your own hands contribute to (your) destruction.” (Qur’an 2:195)
“O you who believe! Eat not up your property among yourselves in vanities: but let there be amongst you traffic and trade by mutual good-will: nor kill (or destroy) yourselves: for verily Allah has been to you Most Merciful! If any do that in rancour and injustice, soon We shall cast him into the Fire: and easy it is for Allah. If you (but) eschew the most heinous of the things which you are forbidden to do, We shall remit your evil deeds, and admit you to a Gate of great honour.” (Qur’an 4:29-31)
Abu Maslud Al Ansarit narrated that Allah’s Messengerr forbade taking the price of a dog, money earned by prostitution and the earnings of a soothsayer.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 439)
O you people! Eat of what is on earth, lawful and good; and do not follow the footsteps of Satan for he is to you an avowed enemy… O you people! Eat of the good things that We have provided for you, and be grateful to Allah, if it is Him you worship. He has only forbidden you dead meat, and blood, and the flesh of swine, and that on which any other name has been invoked besides that of Allah. But if one is forced by necessity, without wilful disobedience, nor transgressing due limits, then is he guiltless. For Allah is Oft-Forging Most Merciful. (Qur’an 2:168-173) Shaddad bin Aust said: “Two are the things which I remember Allah’s Messengerr having said: ‘Verily Allah has enjoined goodness to everything; so when you kill, kill in a good way and when you slaughter, slaughter in a good way. So every one of you should sharpen his knife, and let the slaughtered animal die comfortably.’” (Muslim Vol. 3 Hadith 4810)
(For other relevant verses, see: Qur’an 5:3 and 5:4.)
Narrated Anas bin Malik t Allah’s Messengerr said: “There is none amongst the Muslims who plants a tree or sows seeds, and then a bird, or a person or an animal eats from it, but is regarded as a charitable gift from him.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 3: Hadith 513; Vol. 8 Hadith 41)
“It is He Who produces gardens, with trellises and without, and dates, and tilth with produce of all kinds, and olives and pomegranates, similar (in kind) and different (in variety). Eat of their fruits in their season, but render the dues that are proper on the day that the harvest is gathered. But waste not by excess: for Allah loves not the wasters.” (Qur’an 6:141)
“There is a type of man whose speech about this world’s life may dazzle you. And he calls Allah to witness about what is in his heart; yet he is the most contentious of enemies. When he turns his back, his aim everywhere is to spread mischief through the earth and destroy crops and progeny but Allah loves not mischief. When it is said to him, Fear Allah,” he is led by arrogance to (more) crime. Enough for him is Hell; an evil bed indeed (to lie on)!” (Qur’an 2:204-206)
‘Abdullah bin ‘Amrt narrated: “I heard the Prophetr saying, ‘Whoever is killed while protecting his property then he is a martyr.’” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 660)
Sa’id ibn Sayedt narrated that the Prophet r said: “He who is killed while protecting his property is a martyr, and he who is killed while defending his family, or his blood, or his religion is a martyr.” (Abu Dawud 4754)
“O you who believe! Make not unlawful the good things which God has made lawful for you, but commit no excess: for God loves not those given to excess.” (Qur’an 5:87) “O children of Adam! Wear your beautiful apparel at every time and place of prayer: eat and drink: but waste not by excess, for Allah loves not the wasters.” (Qur’an 7:31) “Verily spendthrifts are brothers of the Evil Ones; and the Evil One is to his Rabb (Sustainer) (Himself) ungrateful.” (Qur’an 17:27)
(For other relevant Qur’anic verses, see: 17:26; 17:29 and 25:63-67)
So he who gives (in charity) and fears (Allah), and (in all sincerity) testifies to the Best, We will indeed make smooth for him the path to Ease. But he who is a greedy miser and thinks himself self-sufficient, and gives the lie to the Best, ¾ We will indeed make smooth for him the Path of Misery; nor will his wealth profit him when he falls headlong (into the Pit). Verily We take upon Us to guide, and verily unto Us (belong) the End and the Beginning. Therefore do I warn you of a Fire blazing fiercely; none shall burn therein but those most unfortunate ones who give the lie to Truth and turn their backs. But those most devoted to Allah shall be removed far from it. Those who spend their wealth for increase in self-purification, and have in their minds no favour from anyone for which a reward is expected in return, but only the desire to seek for the Countenance of their Creator Most High; and soon will they attain (complete) satisfaction. (Qur’an 92:4-21) Abu Hurairah t narrated that the Prophet r said: “Every day two angels come down from Heaven and one of them says, ‘O Allah! Compensate every person who spends in Your cause,’ and the other (angel) says, ‘O Allah! Destroy every miser.’” (Al-Bukhari,Vol. 2 Hadith 522)
(For other relevant Ahadith, see: Al-Bukhari Vol. 4 Hadith 166; Vol. 2 Hadith 523 and Tirmidhi,1873.)
Abu Said Al-Khudrit narrated that some Ansari persons asked for (something) from Allah’s Messengerr and he gave them. They again asked him for (something) and he again gave them. And then again they asked him and he gave them till all that was with him finished. And then he said: “If I had anything, I would not keep it away from you. (Remember) Whoever abstains from asking others, Allah will make him contented, and whoever tries to make himself self-sufficient, Allah will make him self-sufficient. And whoever remains patient, Allah will make him patient. Nobody can be given a blessing better and greater than patience.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 2 Hadith 548) Abu Hurairah t narrated that Allah’s Messenger r said: “By Him in Whose Hand my life is, it is better for anyone of you to take a rope and cut the wood (from the forest) and carry it over his back and sell it (as a means of earning his living); rather than to ask a person for something and that person may give him or not.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 2 Hadith 549) Hakim bin Hizamt narrated that the Prophetr said: “The upper hand is better than the lower hand, (I.e., he who gives charity is better than him who takes it). One should start giving first to his dependents. And the best object of charity is that which is given by a wealthy person (from the money which is left after his expenses.) And whoever abstains from asking others for some financial help, Allah will give him and save him from asking others, Allah will make him self-sufficient.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 2 Hadith 508)
(For other relevant Hadith, see: Al-Bukhari Vol. 2 Hadith 509.)
“That man can have nothing but what he strives for.” (Qur’an 53:39) “And if any strive (with might and main), they do so for their own souls: for Allah is free of all needs from all creation. Those who believe and work righteous deed, from them shall We blot out all misdeed that they have committed, and We shall reward them according to the best of their deeds.” (Qur’an 29:6-7)
Al-Miqdamt narrated that the Prophetr said: “Nobody has ever eaten a better meal than that which one has earned by working with one’s own hands. The Prophet of Allah, Daud (David), used to eat from the earnings of his manual labor.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 286)
Abu Hurairaht narrated that the Prophetr said: “Allah says, ‘I will be against three persons of the Day of Resurrection: 1. One who makes a covenant in My Name, but he proves treacherous; 2. One who sells a free person (as a slave) and eats the price; and 3. One who employs a laborer and gets the full work done by him but does not pay him his wages.’” (Al-Bukhari 3:430) Anast narrated that the Prophet r used to get cupped and would never withhold the wages of any person. (Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 480)
Abdullah ibn Umart narrated that Allah’s Messenger r said: “Give the worker his wages before his sweat dries.” (Tirmidhi Hadith 2987 and Ibn Majah)
“By the time, verily man is in loss, except such as have Faith, and do righteous deeds, and (join together) in the mutual enjoining of Truth, and of patience and constancy.” (Qur’an 103:1-3) Ibn ‘Abbas t narrated that Allah’s Messenger said: “There are two blessings which many people lose: (They are) health and free time for doing good..” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 8 Hadith 421)
Abu Hurairaht narrated that the Prophet r said: “Allah said: ‘The son of Adam hurts Me by abusing Time, for I am Time; in My Hands are all things and I cause the revolution of night and day.’ “ (Al-Bukhari 6/351; 8/200; 9/583 and Muslim 4/5581)
“For We assuredly sent amongst every People a Messenger, (with the Command), ‘Serve Allah, and eschew Evil.’ Of the people were some whom Allah guided, and some on whom Error became inevitably (established). So travel through the earth, and see what was the end of those who denied (the Truth).” (Qur’an 16:36) Abu Hurairaht narrated that the Prophet r said: “Traveling is a kind of torture as it prevents one from eating, drinking and sleeping (properly). So when one’s needs are fulfilled, one should return quickly to one’s family.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 31) Sah bib Sa’d As-Sa’idit narrated that Allah’s Messenger r said: “To guard Muslims from infidels in Allah’s Cause for one day is better than the world and whatever is on its surface, and a place in Paradise as small as that occupied by the whip of one of you is better than the world and whatever is on its surface; and a morning’s or an evening’s journey which a slave (person) travels in Allah’s Cause is better than the world and whatever is on its surface.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 4 Hadith 142) Abu Hurairaht narrated that the Prophetr said: “It is not permissible for a woman who believes in Allah and the Last Day to travel for one day and night except with a mahram (her husband or a male close relative with whom she can not marry at all examples: her brother, father, grandfather, etc.).” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 2 Hadith 194)
(For other relevant Qur’anic verse and Ahadith, see: Qur’an 30:9-10, Al-Bukhari Vol. 4 Hadith 242 and Al-Bukhari Vol. 4 Hadith 239.)
Abu Hurairaht narrated that the Prophetr said: “Riches does not mean having a great amount of property, but riches is self-contentment.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 8 Hadith 453)
“Because Allah will never change the Grace which He has bestowed on a people until they change what is in their (own) souls. And verily Allah is He Who hears and knows (all things).” (Qur’an 8:53)
“To Allah belongs all that is in the heavens and on earth. Whether you show what is in your minds or conceal it, Allah calls you to account for it. He forgives whom He pleases and punishes whom He pleases, for Allah has power over all things.” (Qur’an 2:285) “Say: “O Allah! Rabb (Sustainer) of Power (and Rule), You give Power to whom You please, and You stripes off Power from whom You pleases. You endow with honour whom You please and You bring low whom You please. In Your hand is all Good. Verily, over all things you have power.” (Qur’an 3:24; also 3:29) “To Allah belongs the dominion of the heavens and the earth; and Allah has power over all things.” (Qur’an 3:189; 11:4) “Do you not know that to Allah (Alone) belongs the dominion of the heavens and the earth? He punishes whom He pleases, and He forgives whom He pleases. And Allah has power over all things.” (Qur’an 5:40; also 5:120) “If Allah touches you with affliction, none can remove it but if He touches you with happiness, He has power over all things. He is Irresistibly Supreme over His servants. And He is the Wise, acquainted with all things.” (Qur’an 6:17-18)
“It is He (Allah) Who has made you the inheritors of the earth. He has raised you in ranks, some above others; that He may try you in the gifts He has given you: for your Rabb (Sustainer) is quick in punishment. Yet, He is indeed Oft-forgiving, Most Merciful.” (Qur’an 6:165)
“To each is a goal to which Allah turns him; then strive together (as in a race) towards all that is good. Whosoever you are, Allah will bring you together; for Allah has power over all things.” (Qur’an 2:148) “Say: ‘Truly, my prayer and my service of sacrifice, my life and my death, are (all) for Allah, the Cherisher of the Worlds.’” (Qur’an 6:162) “...And to Allah belongs the dominion of the heavens and the earth, and to all that is between. And to Him is the final goal (of all).” (Qur’an 5:18)
(For other relevant Qur’anic verses see: 5:105 and 40:2-3)
“O you who believe! Obey God, and obey the Messenger, and those charged with authority among you. If you differ in anything among yourselves, refer it to God and His Messenger, if you do believe in God and the Last Day: that is best and most suitable for final determination.” (Qur’an 4:59) Ibn Abbast narrated that the Prophetr said: “Whoever disapproves of something done by his ruler then he should be patient, for whoever disobeys the ruler even a little (a span) will die as those who died in the pre-Islamic period of ignorance (i.e., rebellious sinners).” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 9Hadith. 176) Anas bin Malikt narrated that Allah’s Messenger r said: “You should listen to and obey your ruler even if he was an Ethiopian (black) slave whose head looks like a raisin.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 9 Hadith No.256) ‘Abdullah t narrated that the Prophetr said: “A Muslim has to listen to and obey (the order of his ruler) whether he likes it or not as long as his orders involve not one in disobedience (to Allah), but if an act of disobedience (to Allah) is imposed one should not listen to it or obey it.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 9 Hadith No.258)
‘Auf bin Malikt narrated that Allah’s Messenger r said: “The best of your rulers are those whom you love and who love you, who invoke God’s blessings upon you and you invoke His blessings upon them. And the worst of your rulers are those whom you hate and who hate you and whom you curse and who curse you.” It was asked (by those present): “Should we not overthrow them with the help of the sword? He said: “No, as long as they establish prayer among you. If you then find anything detestable in them, you should hate their administration, but do not withdraw yourselves from their obedience.” (Muslim Vol. 3 Hadith 4573)
‘Abdur Rahman bin Samuraht narrated that Allah’s Messenger r said: “O ‘ Abdur Rahman bin Samurah! Do not seek to be a ruler, for if you are given authority on your demand, you will be held responsible for it, but if you are given it without asking for it, then you will be helped (by Allah) in it. If you ever take an oath to do something and later on you find that something else is better, then do what is better and make expiation for your oath..” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 9 Hadith 260)
Abdullah bin Umar t narrated that he heard the Prophet r saying: “Every one of you is a guardian, and responsible for what is in his custody. The ruler is a guardian of his subjects and responsible for them; a husband is a guardian of his family and is responsible for it; a lady is a guardian of her husband’s house and is responsible for it, and a servant is a guardian of his master’s property and is responsible for it. A man is a guardian of his father’s property and is responsible for it so all of you are guardians and responsible for your wards and things under your care).” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 2 Hadith 592; also Vol. 3 Hadith 73)
It is narrated on the authority of Abu Maliht that Ubaidullah bin Ziyad t visited Ma’qil bin Yasar t in his illness. Ma’qil said to him: I am narrating to you a Hadith which I would have never narrated to you had I not been in death-bed. I heard Allah’s Messengerr said: “A ruler who has been entrusted with the affairs of the Muslims, but he if makes no endeavours (for the material and moral uplift) and does not sincerely mean (their welfare) would not enter Paradise along with them.” (Muslim Vol. 1 Hadith 264)
“In the Law of Equality there is (saving of) life to you, O you men of understanding that you may restrain yourselves.” (Qur’an 2:179) “Allah does command you to render back your Trusts to those to whom they are due; and when you judge between people that you judge with justice. Verily how excellent is the teaching, which He gives you! For Allah is He Who hears and sees all things.” (Qur’an 4:58) “O you who believe! Stand out firmly for justice, as witnesses to Allah, even as against yourselves, or your parents, or your kin, and whether it be (against) rich or poor: for Allah can best protect both. For not the lusts (of your departure), lest you swerve, and if you distort (justice) or decline to do justice, verily Allah is well-acquainted with all that you do.” (Qur’an 4:135) “O you who believe! Stand out firmly for justice, as witnesses to fair dealing, and let not the hatred of others to you make you swerve to wrong and depart from justice. Be just: that is next to piety. And fear Allah for Allah is well-acquainted with all that you do.” (Qur’an 5:8) “Allah commands justice, the doing of good, and giving to kith and kin, and He forbids all indecent deed, and evil and rebellion, He instructs you that you may receive admonition.” (Qur’an 16:90) Anas Bin Malikt narrated that the Prophet r said: “The prescribed Law of Allah is the equality in punishment (i.e. Qisas).” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 6 Hadith 26)
(For other relevant Qur’anic verses see: 2:178 and 6:164.)
‘Amir bin Al-’As t is reported to have said that he heard Allah’s Messenger r as saying: “When a judge gives a decision, and he tries his best to decide correctly and is right (in his decision), there are two rewards for him and if he gave judgement and did his best (to arrive at a correct decision) but erred, there is one reward for him.” (Ibn Majah Vol. 3 Hadith 2314; Muslim Vol. 3 Hadith 4261)
Abdur Rahman bin Bakrat reported: “My father...heard Allah’s Messenger r as saying: ‘One of you should not judge between two persons when he is angry.” (Muslim Vol. 3 Hadith 4264)
Narrated Khaula Al-Ansariyat : “I heard Allah’s’ Messengerr said: ‘Some people spend Allah’s wealth (Muslim’s wealth) in an unjust manner; such people will be put in the (Hell) Fire on the Day of Resurrection.’” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 4 Hadith347)
“Those who respond to their Rabb (Sustainer), and establish regular prayer; who (conduct) their affairs by mutual consultation; who spend out of what We bestow on them for sustenance; and those who, when an oppressive wrong is inflicted on them, (are not cowed but) help and defend themselves.” (Qur’an 42:38-39)
Never should a Believer kill a Believer; except by mistake, and whoever kills a Believer by mistake it is ordained that he should free a believing slave. And pay blood money to the deceased’s family, unless they remit it freely. If the deceased belonged to a people at war with you, and he was a Believer, the freeing of a believing slave (is enough). If he belonged to a people with whom you have a treaty of mutual alliance, blood-money should be paid to his family, and a believing slave be freed. For those who find this beyond their means, (is prescribed) a fast for two months running: by way of repentance to Allah: for Allah has all knowledge and all wisdom. (Qur’an 4:92) “If a man kills a Believer intentionally, his recompense is Hell, to abide therein (forever): and the wrath and curse of Allah are upon him, and a dreadful chastisement is prepared for him.” (Qur’an 4:193) “Nor take life ¾ which Allah has made sacred ¾ except for just cause. And if anyone is slain wrongfully, we have given his heir authority (to demand Qisas or to forgive): but let him not exceed bounds in the matter of taking life; for he is helped by the (Law).” (Qur’an 17:33) Abu Bakraht narrated: “I heard Allah’s Messengerr saying, ‘When two Muslims fight (meet) each other with their swords, both the murderer as well as the murdered will go to Hell-fire.” I said: “O Allah’s Messenger!. It is all right for the murderer but what about the murdered one? Allah’s Messenger replied, “He surely had the intention to kill his companion.’” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 1 Hadith 30) Ibn Umart narrated that Allah’s Messenger r said: “A faithful believer remains at liberty regarding his religion, unless he kills somebody unlawfully.” (Al-Bukhari Vol.9 Hadith 2) Abdullah Ibn Umart narrated that the Prophetr said: “Whoever carries arms against us, is not from us.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 9 Hadith 13)
Ibn Abbast narrated that the Prophetr said: “The most hated persons with Allah are three: 1) A person who deviates from the right conduct (i.e., an evil-doer), in the Haram (sanctuaries of Makkah and Madinah); 2. A person who seeks that the traditions of the period of ignorance should remain in Islam; and 3. A person who seeks to shed somebody’s blood without any right.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 9 Hadith21)
Abdullah t narrated that the Prophet r said: “The blood of a Muslim, who confesses that La ilaha il-Allah (none has the right to be worshipped but Allah) and that I am the Messenger of Allah, cannot be shed except in three cases: 1. life for life (in cases of intentional murders without right i.e., Al-Qisas ¾Law of equality in punishment); 2. a married person who commits illegal sexual intercourse; and 3. the one who turns renegade from Islam (apostate) and leaves the group of Muslims (by innovating heresy, new ideas and new things etch. in Islamic religion).” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 9 Hadith 17)
“O you who believe! Eat not up your property among yourselves in vanities: but let there be amongst you traffic and trade by mutual good-will: nor kill (or destroy) yourselves: for verily Allah has been to you Most Merciful.” (Qur’an 4:29) Abu Hurairah t narrated that the Prophet r said: “He who commits suicide by throttling shall keep on throttling himself in the Hell-fire (forever) and he who commits suicide by stabbing himself shall keep on stabbing himself in the Hell-fire (forever).” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 2 Hadith 446)
Jundab t narrated that the Prophet r said: “A man was inflicted with wounds and he committed suicide, and so Allah said: ‘My slave has caused death on himself hurriedly, so I forbid Paradise for him.’” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 4 Hadith 445)
Ibn ‘Umar narrated that the Prophetr said: “Every betrayer will have a flag which will be fixed on the Day of Resurrection, and the flag ‘s prominence will be made in order to show the betrayal he committed..” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 4 Hadith 411)
Fight in the cause of Allah those who fight you but do not transgress limits; for Allah loves not transgressors. And slay them wherever you catch them, and turn them out from where they have turned you out; for persecution is worse than slaughter. But fight them not at the Sacred Mosque, unless they (first) fight you there; but if they fight you, slay them. Such is the punishment of those who reject faith. But if they cease, Allah is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful. And fight them on until there is no more persecution and the religion becomes Allah’s. But if they cease, let there be no hostility except to those who practice oppression. (Qur’an 2:192-193) “The blame is only against those who oppress men with wrong-doing and insolently transgress beyond bounds through the land, defying right and justice: for such there will be a Chastisement grievous.” (Qur’an 42:42) Ibn Umart narrated that the Prophet r said: “Oppression will be a darkness on the Day of Resurrection.” (Al-Bukhari 3:627; Muslim Vol.4 Hadith 6249) Anas bin Malik t narrated that Allah’s Messenger r said: “Help your brother, whether he is an oppressor or he is an oppressed one. People asked, “O Allah’s Messenger! It is all right to help him if he is oppressed, but how should we help him if he is an oppressor? The Prophet said: “By preventing him from oppressing others.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 624 and Muslim Vol. 4 Hadith 6254) Abu Dharrt reported Allah’s Messenger r as saying: “Allah, the Exalted and Glorious, said: ‘My servants, I have made oppression unlawful for Me and unlawful for you, so do not commit oppression against one another...’” (Muslim Vol. 4 Hadith 6246)
(For other relevant Ahadith, see: Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 628 and Hadith 629.)
“Fight in the Cause of Allah those who fight you but do not transgress limits; for Allah loves not transgressors.” (Qur’an 2:190)
“To those against whom war is made, permission is given (to fight), because they are wronged; and verily Allah is Most Powerful for their aid. (They are) those who have been expelled from their homes in defiance of right, (for no cause) except that they say, “Our Rabb (Sustainer) is Allah.”… (They are) those who, if We establish them in the land, establish regular prayer and give zakat, enjoin the right and forbid wrong: with Allah rests the end (and decision) of (all) affairs.” (Qur’an 22:39-41)
“And why should you not fight in the cause of Allah and of those who, being weak, are ill-treated (and oppressed); men, women and children, whose cry is: “Our Rabb (Sustainer)! Rescue us from this town; whose people are oppressors; and raise for us from You one who will protect; and raise for us from You one who will help!?” (Qur’an 4:75) “Those who believe fight in the cause of Allah, and those who reject Faith fight in the cause of Evil; so fight against the friends of Satan. Feeble indeed is the cunning of Satan.” (Qur’an 4:76) O you who believe! Shall I lead you to a bargain that will save you from a grievous Chastisement? That you believe in Allah and His Messenger, and that you strive (your utmost) in the Cause of Allah, with your wealth and your persons: that will be best for you, if you but knew! He will forgive you your sins, and admit you to the Gardens of Eternity: that is indeed the supreme Triumph. (Qur’an 61:10-12) Abu Sa’id Al-Khudrit narrated that somebody asked, “Allah’s Messenger! Who is the best among the people? Allah’s Messenger replied: “A believer who strives his utmost in Allah’s Cause with his life and property...” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 4 Hadith 45) It has been narrated on the authority of Sahl bin Sa’d As-Sa’idit that the Messenger of Allah said: “The journey undertaken by a person in the morning (for Jihad) in the way of Allah (will merit a reward) better than the world and all that is in it.” (Muslim Vol. 3 Hadith 4640, also see Al-Bukhari Vol. 4 Hadith 50)
(For other relevant Qur’anic verses, see: 4:95-96 and 9:20.)
“And if you punish/retaliate, let your punishment be proportionate to the wrong that has been done to you. But if you show patience, that is indeed the best (course) for those who are patient.” (Qur’an 16:126)
“The recompense for an injury is an injury equal thereto (in degree): but if a person forgives and makes reconciliation, his reward is due from Allah: for (Allah) loves not those who do wrong.” (Qur’an 42:40)
“Hold to forgiveness; command what is right; and turn away from the ignorant.” (Qur’an 7:199) But if the enemy incline toward peace, do (also) incline towards peace, and trust in Allah: for He is the One that hears and knows (all things).” (Qur’an 8:61) “. . . Let them forgive and overlook. Do you not wish that Allah should forgive you? For Allah is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.” (Qur’an 24: 22) “The recompense for an injury is an injury equal thereto (in degree): but if a person forgives and makes reconciliation, his reward is due from Allah: for Allah loves not those who do wrong.” (Qur’an 42:40) “Tell those who believe, to forgive those who do not hope for the Days of Allah; it is for Him to recompense (for good or ill) each people according to what they have earned.” (Qur’an 45:14)
If two parties among the Believers fall into a quarrel make you peace between them: but if one of them transgresses beyond bounds against the other, then fight you (all) against the one that transgresses until it complies with the command of Allah; but if it complies, then make peace between them with justice, and be fair: for Allah loves those who are fair (and just). The believers are but a single Brotherhood: so make peace and reconciliation between your two (contending) brothers: And fear Allah, that you may receive Mercy. (Qur’an 49:9-10 also see Qur’an 4:90 and 5:45)
Abdullah, the son of Amr Bin ‘Auft reported his father has having said on his grandfather’s authority: “I heard Allah’s Messenger r saying: ‘Conciliation is permissible among the Muslims, except the compromise that makes the lawful as unlawful or makes the unlawful as lawful.’” (Ibn Majah Vol. 3 Hadith 2353)
“(But the treaties are) not dissolved with those Pagans with whom you have entered into alliance and who have not subsequently failed you in ought, nor aided any one against you. So fulfill your engagements with them to the end of their term: for Allah loves the righteous.” (Qur’an 9:4)
“...Seek (Allah’s) help with patient, perseverance and prayer...” (Qur’an 2:45) “O you who believe! Seek help with patient, perseverance and prayer: for Allah is with those who patiently persevere. And say not of those who are slain in the way of Allah: ‘They are dead.’ Nay, they are living, through you perceive (it) not. Be sure we shall test you with something of fear and hunger, some loss in goods, lives and the fruits (of your toil), but give glad tidings to those who patiently persevere. Who say, when afflicted with calamity; ‘To Allah we belong, and to Him is our return’: they are the those on whom (descend) blessings from their Rabb (Sustainer), and Mercy. And these are the one that receive guidance.” (Qur’an 2:153-157) “For Muslim men and women, for believing men and women for devout men and women for true men and women, for men and women who are patient and constant, for men and women who humble themselves, for men and women who give in charity, for men and women who fast, for men and women who guard their chastity, and for men and women who engage much in Allah’s remembrance for them has Allah prepared forgiveness and great reward.” (Qur’an 33:35) (For other relevant Qur’anic verses, see: 4:90 and 5:45 7:126 and 13:20-24.)
Social Values and Ethics
“Marry those among you who are single, and the virtuous ones among your slaves, male or female. If they are in poverty, Allah will give them means out of His grace: for Allah is Ample-Giving, and He knows all things.” (Qur’an 24:32) “Let Those who find not the wherewithal for marriage keep themselves chaste, until Allah gives them means out of His Grace...” (Qur’an 24:33) “And among His Signs is this, that He created for your mates from among yourselves, that you may dwell in tranquillity with them, and He has put love and mercy between your (hearths). Verily in that are Signs for those who reflect.” (Qur’an 30:21) Uqbah ibn Amirt narrated that Allah’s Messenger r said: “From among all the conditions which you have to fulfill, the conditions which make it legal for you to have sexual relations (i.e. the marriage contract) have the greatest right to be fulfilled.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 882) ‘Abdullaht narrated: “We were with the Prophet r while we were young and had no wealth whatever. So Allah’s Messenger said:’"O young people! Whoever among you can marry, should marry, because it helps him lower his gaze and guard his modesty (i.e. his private parts from committing illegal sexual intercourse etc.), and whoever is not able to marry, should fast, as fasting diminishes his sexual power.’” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 7 Hadith 4)
Abu Hurairah t narrated that the Prophet r said: “A woman is married for four things, i.e., her wealth, her family status, her beauty and her religion. So you should marry the religious woman (otherwise) you will be a loser.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 7 Hadith 27)
“And give the women (on marriage) their dower as an obligation; but if they, of their own good pleasure, remit any part of it to you, take it and enjoy it with right good and cheer.” (Qur’an 4:4)
“But if you decide to take one wife in place of another, even if you had given the latter a whole treasure for dower, take not the least bit of it back. Would you take it by slander and a manifest sin? And how could you take it when you have gone in unto each other, and they have taken from you a solemn covenant?” (Qur’an 4:20-21)
“If you fear that you shall not be able to deal justly with the orphans, marry women of your choice, two, three or three, or four. But if you fear that you shall not be able to deal justly (with them), then only one, or that which your right hands possess. That will be more suitable, to prevent you from doing injustice.” (Qur’an 4:3) ‘Aishah narrated that whenever Allah’s Messenger r wanted to go on a journey, he would draw lots as to which of his wives would accompany him. He would take her whose name came out. He used to fix for each of them a day and a night. But Sauda ibnt Zam’a gave up her (turn) day and night to ‘ Aishah , the wife of the Prophetr in order to seek the pleasure of Allah’s Messengerr (by that action). (Al-Bukhari Vol. 3 Hadith 766) Abu Hurairah t narrated that the Prophet r said: “When a man has two wives and he is inclined to one of them, he will come on the Day of resurrection with a side hanging down.” (Abu Dawud Hadith 2128) Prohibition of Adultery and Prostitution “Nor come nigh to adultery: for it is a shameful (deed) and an evil, opening the road (to other evils).” (Qur’an 17:32) “The man and woman guilty of adultery or fornication, flog each of them with a hundred stripes. Let no compassion move you in their case, in a matter prescribed by God, if you believe in God and the Last Day: and let a party of believers witness their punishment. Let no man guilty of adultery or fornication marry any but a woman similarly guilty, or an unbeliever: nor let any but such a man or an unbeliever marry such a woman: to the believers such a thing is forbidden.” (Qur’an 24:2-3) Aishah narrated that Allah’s Messengerr said: “O followers of Muhammad! There is none, who has a greater sense of Ghira (self-respect) than Allah, so He has forbidden that His slave commits illegal sexual intercourse or His slave girl commits illegal sexual intercourse. O followers of Muhammad! If you but knew what I know, you would laugh less and weep more!” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 7 Hadith 148) Ubadah ibn as-Samitht narrated that Allah’s Messenger r said: “Receive (teaching) from me, receive (teaching) from me. Allah has ordained a way for those (women). When an unmarried male commits adultery with an unmarried female, (they should receive) one hundred lashes and banishment for one year. And in case of married male committing adultery with a married female, they shall receive one hundred lashes and be stoned to death.” (Muslim Hadith 4191) Abdullah ibn Abbast narrated that the Prophet r said: “There is no prostitution in Islam. If anyone practised prostitution in pre-Islamic times, the child will be attributed to the master (of the slave-woman). He who claims his child without a valid marriage or ownership will neither inherit nor be inherited.” (Abu Dawud Hadith 2257) Modesty Successful indeed are the Believers, those who humble themselves in their prayers; who avoid vain talk; who are active in giving zakat; who guard their modesty, except with those joined to them in the marriage bond, or (the captives) whom their right hands possess for (for in their case) they are free from blame. But those whose desires exceed those limits are transgressors. Those who faithfully observe their trusts and their covenants, and who (strictly) guard their prayers; these will be the heirs, who will inherit Paradise. They will dwell therein (forever). (Qur’an 23:1-11) Say to the believing men that they should lower their gaze and guard their modesty: that will make for greater purity for them: and Allah is well acquainted with all that they do. And say to the believing women that they should lower their gaze and guard and guard their modesty; that they should not display their beauty and ornaments except what (ordinarily appear thereof; that they should draw their veils over their bosoms and not display their beauty except to their husbands, their fathers, their husbands’ fathers, their sons, their husbands’ sons, their brothers or their brothers’ sons, or their sisters’ sons, or their women, or the slaves whom their right hands possess, or male attendants free of sexual desires. or small children who have no carnal knowledge of women. And that they should not strike their feet in order to draw attention to their hidden ornaments. And O you Believers! Turn you all together towards Allah in repentance that you may be successful. (Qur’an 24:30-31) Saffiyah bint Shaiba narrated that ‘Aishah used to say: “When (the Verse): ‘They should draw their veils over their necks and bosoms,’ was revealed, (the ladies) cut their waist sheets at the edges and covered their faces with the cut pieces.” (Al-Bukhari Vol.6 Hadith 282)
‘Aishah narrated that the Prophet r said: “Allah does not accept the prayer of a woman who has reached puberty unless she wears a veil.” (Abu Dawud Hadith 641)
For those who take an oath for abstention from their wives, a waiting for four months is ordained. If then they return, Allah is Most Forgiving, Most Merciful. But if their intention is firm for divorce Allah hears and knows all things. Divorced women shall wait concerning themselves for three monthly periods. And it is not lawful for them to hide what Allah has created in their wombs, if they have faith in Allah and the Last Day. And their husbands have the better right to take them back in that period, if they wish for reconciliation. And women shall have rights similar to the rights against them, according to what is equitable. But men have a degree over them and Allah is Exalted in Power Wise. (Qur’an 2:226-228) “A divorce is only permissible twice; after that, the parties should either hold together on equitable terms, or separate with kindness. It is not lawful for you (men) to take back any of your gifts (from your wives), except when both parties fear that they would be unable to keep the limits ordained by Allah...” (Qur’an 2:229) “For divorced women is a suitable Gift. This is a duty on the righteous. Thus does Allah make clear His Signs to you: in order that you may understand.” (Qur’an 2:241; also see 2:230-240)
Muharibt narrated that the Prophet r said: “Allah did not make anything lawful more abominable to Him than divorce.” (Abu Dawud Hadith 2174)
“For divorced women is a suitable gift. This is a duty on the righteous.” (Qur’an 2:241) “O you who believe! You are forbidden to inherit women against their will. Nor should you treat them with harshness, that you may take away part of the dower you have given them, except where they have been guilty of open lewdness. On the contrary live with them on a footing of kindness and equity if you take a dislike to them it may be that you dislike a thing, and Allah brings about through it a great deal of good.” (Qur’an 4:19)
Abu Hurairaht narrated that Allah ‘s Messenger r said: “Treat women nicely, for a women is created from a rib. And the most curved portion of the rib is its upper portion. So, if you should try to straighten it, it will break, but if you leave it as it is, it will remain crooked. So treat women nicely.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 4 Hadith 548)
Abu Hurairah t narrated that the Prophet r said: “Among the Muslims the most perfect, as regards his faith, is the one whose character is excellent, and the best among you are those who treat their wives well.” (Tirmidhi Hadith 628, 278 and 3264 and Abu Dawud)
Abu Hurairaht narrated that Allah’s Messenger r said: “It is not lawful for a lady to fast (Nawafil) without the permission of her husband when he is at home. She should not allow anyone to enter his house except with his permission. And if she spends of his wealth (on charitable purposes) without being ordered by him, he will get half of the reward.” (Al-Bukhari Vol. 7 Hadith 123) Talq ibn Alit narrated that Allah’s Messenger r said: “When a man calls his wife to satisfy his desire she must go to him even if she is occupied at the oven.” (Tirmidhi Hadith 3257) Abu Umamaht narrated that the Prophet r used to say, “After fear of Allah a believer gains nothing better for himself than a good wife who obeys him if he gives her a command, pleases him if he looks at her, is true to him if he adjures her to do something, and is sincere towards him regarding her person and his property if he is absent.” (Tirmidhi Hadith 3095 and Ibn Majah) Abu Hurairaht narrated that the Prophet r said: Had it been permissible that a person may prostrate himself before another, I would have ordered that a wife should prostrate herself before her husband.” (Tirmidhi Hadith 285) Thawbant narrated that… the Prophet r said: “The best property is a tongue which mentions Allah, From wefound.org |