Each and every moment of Ramadan is precious. Therefore, use time wisely. New post are not scheduled for this month. There are more than 2000 posts on this site. Please, benefit from them. Posts regarding Ramadan can be found here and here. muhtaj e dua ‘abd
One of our readers, a graduate student, asked, How should an individual spend his Ramadan and summer vacations ??? 1) Going with Tabligi Jammat for 10-15 days 2) Performing eitakaf (seclusion in mosque for the last 10 days of Ramadhan) 3) Studying the translation and tasfir of Quran e Kareem from a scholar 4) Going […]
Sayyidi wa sanadi Mufti Mohammad Taqi Usmani (Allah bless him with a long, healthy and productive life, Amin!) spoke briefly about the common problem of the slips of a sincere seeker on this path (sulook). Below is a discussion on this issue from that discourse and teaching of our pious predecessors, It is often a […]
Almost four years ago a young gentleman from North America contacted this site requesting facilitation in establishing a islahi relationship with Sayyidi wa sanadi Mufti Mohammad Taqi Usmani (Allah preserve him). He was directed accordingly. Sayyidi wa sanadi instructed him to get in contact with one of his mojaz whom he knew from before and […]
Sayyidi wa sanadi Shaikh Mufti Mohammad Taqi Usmani (Allah preserve him) said, ‘When consultation with Shaikh for guidance (in islah related issue) is not possible, either due to time constraints or logistics reasons then one should consult Allah directlly. اللهم خرلنا واخترلنا That is, turn to Allah asking for guidance and assistance in that perplexing […]
Sayyidi wa sanadi Shaikh Mohammad Taqi Usmani (Allah preserve him) said! ‘Advice from a Shaikh is needed to effectively balance between the religious practices. In absence of this guidance mistakes are committed. They may lead to either negligence of the rights of parents/spouses or involvement in sinful. This may lead to souring of close relationships […]
سیدی و سندی حضرت مولانا مفتی محمد تقی عثمانی صاحب مدظلھم العالی وعظ رمضان المبارك ١٤٣٢ بیان :١
Sayyadi wa sanadi Mawlana Mufti Mohammad Taqi Usmani (Allah preserve him) said, ‘Previously it was well known that two individuals seldom slept at night. One is the newlywed. The other is a new disciple (murid). However, the situation has changed for the murid with a very few exceptions. Apathy is common. Yearning and desire to […]
Arif billah Dr. Abdul Hayy Arifi (Allah have mercy on him) said, ‘You are from the Ummah of Allah’s beloved Prophet Muhammad (Allah bless him and give him peace). So, what rights of his love and respect are you fulfilling? How much is the desire and enthusiasm in your heart to follow him ? Do […]
‘Arif-billahDr. Abdul Hayy ‘Arifi (Allah have mercy on him) said, ‘These days major (kabair) and outrageous sins have become prevalent in our society. We consider them to be a form of entertainment. These major sins will never be forgiven until we leave them and repent. Television is being watched in each and every home. Listening music, songs, […]
Arif-billahDr Abdul Hayy ‘Arifi (Allah have mercy on him) said, ‘There are eleven months to acquire knowledge. However, the blessed month of Ramadan is for actions alone.’ Ramadhan ul Mubarak: hidayat wa tambihat via Ahmiyet e Ramadhan, page 24
Mawlana Mufti Mohammad Hanif Jaunpuri (may Allah preserve him) a khalifa of Shaykh Wasiullah (may Allah have mercy on him) is almost hundred years old. He has been teaching for the past 63 years. Presently he is the Shaykh al-Hadith at Baitul Uloom, Sara-i-Mir, UP, India. He is, mashaAllah, very active, alert and mentally […]
A wife wrote a letter complaining that in spite of taking very good care of her monetarily and physically her husband’s attitude is dry, rough and non affectionate with her. She cited many examples of his curt, blunt and hurtful replies and behavior. Sayyidi wa sanadi Mawlana Mohammad Taqi Usmani (may Allah preserve him) had […]
Sayyidi wa sanadi Hadhrat Mawlana Mohammad Taqi Usmani (may Allah preserve him) read aloud an excerpt from a letter of a seeker, ‘How is it possible to achieve self annihilation (fana), especially when anger and arrogance is manifested in all daily interactions?’ And then read the answer he had written, “As per the sayings of […]
Instructing us on how to achieve sincerity (ikhlas)sayyidi wa sanadi Hadhrat Mawlana Mohammad Taqi Usmani (may Allah preserve him) said, “It is imperative for the seeker to renew and reaffirm his intention (niyyah) prior to each and every act he performs.” Ramadhan 1429, Daul Uloom Karachi, post-dhur dars