OVERTAKEN BY TIME

In the Name of Allāh. O, People! Think of those before you (especially the transgressors of them). Where are those who possessed great luxuries, cities and unlawfully amassed public funds? Where are they today? Allāh says (in Surah Maryam [19] verse 98): “And how many have We destroyed before them of generations? Can you find […]

DESPITE THE YEARS SPENT

In the Name of Allāh. Perfect praise to Allāh Who bestowed great favor on us through our existence by making it like a land to be cultivated for a juicy Hereafter. Indeed, whoever Allāh loves shall have most of his time excellently spent upon goodness before his or her existence gets terminated. Respected Brethren! We […]

THE LINE GROWS SHORT

In the Name of Allāh. It will happen at the due time – the sudden tragedy that strikes to alter one’s life for the afterlife. The traumatic trial instantly appears and the line seemingly grows short. Allāh says (in Surah An-Nisa [4] verse 78): “Wheresoever you may be, death will overtake you even if you […]

A BETTER DAY TO DIE

In the Name of Allah. It’s no denying that many people (especially the disbelievers) hate meeting their Lord. But, death is inexorable. Allah says (in Surah Al-Jumu’ah [62] verse 8): “Say (to them): Verily, the death from which you flee will surely meet you…” Then, shouldn’t one’s concern be dying at a better time? We […]

WHILST IN THE GRAVE

In the Name of Allah. The fact that a person died doesn’t necessarily indicate his soul is finally dead. It rather implies the soul leaves the body to continue its existence in the minor or individual hereafter, whether for punishment (or enjoyment). It was reported the Prophet (ﷺ) said: “Whoever dies, his Qiyamah (i.e. Resurrection […]