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These last 10 nights are your chance for multiplied rewards. Disconnect from distractions, dedicate your heart to worship, pray in congregation, strive for itikāf, perform nightly qiyām, give charity, seek Allāh’s mercy, recite the sunnah du’ā and stay focused.

Emotions are not a weakness in Islām. Accepting and feeling them does not contradict the Qurʾān or the Sunnah. Yaʿqūb (ʿalayhi as-salām) cried until he lost his eyesight. The Prophet ﷺ experienced grief and worry. Dont make a commotion, if someone is processing an emotion.

Ibn Arabi’s diagram of Spiritual Realm and metaphysical self.

November has been five months so far

The Secret of Surah Al-Waqi’ah A person writes: I started reciting Surah Al-Waqi’ah every night. At first, I thought it was all about wealth. I imagined it would bring me money, success, and some big breakthrough that would change my life overnight. But what happened next… left me speechless. I didn’t suddenly become rich. I didn’t wake up to piles of money or instant success. Instead, something far more valuable happened… ✨ I stopped worrying about money. ✨ I stopped stressing over bills, deadlines, and the uncertainty of the future. ✨ I stopped comparing myself to others and their so-called “success.” I began to sleep peacefully. My heart grew lighter. Every morning, I woke up with a calm I had never known before. Even when challenges came, I faced them with trust, patience, and reliance on Allah Ta’ala. That’s when I realized what Barakah truly is. It’s not always about material gain. Sometimes, the greatest blessing is what Allah Ta’ala places in your heart: 🌸 Peace. 🌸 Contentment. 🌸 Trust. So tonight, when you recite Surah Al-Waqi’ah, don’t just do it for wealth. Do it for your heart. Do it for the peace you’ve been chasing. Do it for the trust you need to carry you through uncertainty. Recite it with intention. Recite it with presence. Recite it with hope. And watch how, slowly and quietly, Allah Ta’ala transforms your worries into Barakah in your heart. Because true wealth isn’t always in money… It’s in contentment, trust, and peace—blessings no one can ever take away. Alhamdulillah.

My Hifz Journey jamiat.org.za/?p=38400 By Hafiz Dr Ebrahim Mayet – Completed Hifz at 64 Years Old My journey to becoming a Hafiz of the Noble Qur’an began in 1988 when I moved to Port Elizabeth at the age of 32 to work at Livingstone Hospital. At that time, I struggled to recite properly – Surah Yaseen alone took me an hour. During my first Ramadaan there, I attended Taraweeh and was struck by the Imam’s powerful yet unhurried recitation. He paused, repeated verses, even cried, and I could hear every word clearly – yet I understood almost nothing. I thought to myself: This is the Speech of Allah… how can He be speaking to me and I not understand? That realisation lit a spark in my heart. From then on, I began reciting whatever I could, slowly, together with the English translation. It was painstaking and I forgot most of what I read, but the Qur’an came alive for me – it felt as if I was being drawn into its world. In 1995, at the age of 39, I performed Hajj. Standing behind Sheikh Sudais and Sheikh Shuraim in Makkah gave me goose bumps. Back home, I listened daily to their recordings after Fajr, following the meanings with my finger and trying to match the Arabic words to their recitation. This continued for years, but I still understood little during Taraweeh. I realised I needed to learn Qur’anic Arabic. In 2012, at the age of 56, I began a self-study Arabic course. It was systematic – teaching grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension with reading exercises and written answers. Writing was the key; it made the knowledge stick. It was the most enjoyable and effective language course I had ever done. In December 2015, I decided to begin Hifz with a local Aalim. We started in January 2016, just before I turned 60. It took four years and nine months to complete. My routine was fixed: wake up at 3:30am to memorise until Fajr, then continue for about an hour after, with revision between Maghrib and Esha. I never missed a day except when sick. On average, I memorised ¾ to 1 page every few days, plus constant revision of both recent and older portions. My golden rule: I never memorised a verse without knowing its meaning. I would read the verse, look up the meaning, use my Arabic to understand it, then memorise it. Even during revision, I relied on meaning for recall. Today, Alhamdulillah, whether I recite or stand behind an Imam, I understand 90-95% of what is being recited. This transforms Salaah into a deeply engaging and focused experience, allowing me to connect with Allah’s words and apply them in daily life. My message: No matter your age or profession, you can memorise the Qur’an – start small if needed but start. Learn its meanings, and if possible, learn Arabic. Understanding the language is like being given the key to a priceless treasure: direct access to what Allah is saying to you. The Qur’an is a guide, a reminder, good news, and instruction. To gain its full guidance – understand it!

The month of Rabi ul Awwal has arrived! Rabi in Arabic means spring. In South Africa and the southern hemisphere, it is actually the beginning of the spring season after a rather cold winter season. But for the Believers it is spring all over the world - a spiritual spring, 1/2

Invest in books of benefit, with the firm intention to read them one day. Even if you don’t immediately get the opportunity to read them, their presence in your home will still bring so many benefits. They will be: - a source of barakah in the home, - a silent motivation and inspiration for your family to read them, - a readily available reference whenever you need to check, verify or reflect on something. And..... with the elegant way so many books are published nowadays, they may even add to the beauty and warmth of your home environment.

Qasidah al-Burdah, beautifully illuminated in gold <3

I could get my cats all the toys in the world and they’ll still choose a plastic bag thrown on the floor

A poetic Arabic alphabet where each letter of the Arabic alphabet is used to begin a verse in praise of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

Born to be a passenger princess, forced to be a driver

My childhood bestie is getting married! From making slime to wedding gowns. We’re all grown up now 🫶

السلام عليكم @SANHA_Halaal is chef master noodles halal?

Masjid Al Haram, Makkah!

@insharifain اللهم اجعلنا منهم

Night 25 in Masjid Al Haram

Cry like a baby Ibn al-Jawzi said: “If you sit in the darkness of the night (praying and asking) before your Lord, adopt the manners of children; for if a child asks his father for something and is not given it, he cries for it.” al-Mudhish (p. 219)

Wazifah for disobedient children : Advised by Hadhrat Mufti Tahir Wadee (Sufi Saheb)

“Let those who have failed to make the most of this month of Ramadan end it with good, because actions are judged by their endings.” — Ibn Rajab (رحمه الله)

Regardless of how young, fit, or healthy you may be, ensure your wasiyyah (bequest) is properly prepared and documented. Death does not discriminate; it can overtake anyone at any moment, without warning. Organize your affairs with precision, and make sure your family is informed of all critical matters—unfulfilled ʿibādah (such as missed ṣalāh or zakāh), outstanding debts, financial obligations, legal responsibilities, and personal affairs that require attention. Clear documentation and communication will alleviate their burden after your departure, sparing them unnecessary confusion, stress, or disputes. Additionally, it will save you from unnecessary burden in your grave and the potential punishment for neglecting these responsibilities. If your wasiyyah is not yet prepared, use this holiday season to document all essential matters and get putall your affairs in place. List everything in your home that belongs to you, along with any other assets you possess. Include a detailed account of your creditors and debtors, as well as any outstanding ʿibādah (such as missed ṣalāh, zakāh, or fasts), financial obligations, and other responsibilities.