Kitabuz Zuhd

27 Safar 144812 August 2026

The Closest Way to Allah Ta’ala Is Through a Hidden Sajdah

QuestionWhat is the status of the following narration? ما تقرب العبد من الله بشيء أفضل من سجود خفي

20 Dhul Qa'dah 14477 May 2026

A Du‘a for Righteousness, Success and Prosperity

QuestionWhat is the reference of this du'a? اللهم اجعل أول هذا النهار صلاحا، وأوسطه فلاحا وآخره نجاحا، أسألك خير الدنيا والآخرة يا أرحم الراحمين

22 Shawwal 144710 April 2026

Another Hadith on the Grave Consequences of Severing Family Ties

QuestionKindly provide the reference for the following Hadith and indicate if it is suitable to quote: إن ‌الرحمة ‌لا ‌تنزل ‌على ‌قوم ‌فيهم ‌قاطع ‌رحم

22 Shawwal 144710 April 2026

The Humility and Weeping of ‘Umar (radiyallahu ‘anhu)

QuestionWhat is the source for the following, and is it suitable to quote? 1) "Sayyiduna 'Umar (radiyallahu ‘anhu) used to fall down unconscious when he heard an ayah of the Quran." 2) "He would weep so much that there were two streaks of black lines on his face." 3) "One…

5 Shawwal 144724 March 2026

Hasan Basri (rahimahullah) on the Nature of People

QuestionWhere does this come? It was said to Hasan Basri (rahimahullah): "People attend your gatherings, picking up slips of your speech and then speaking ill of you." He replied: "When I saw that people are not even pleased with their Creator, I realised that they will certainly not be pleased…

25 Sha'ban 144713 February 2026

Three Qualities That Lead to Success in This World and the Hereafter

QuestionWhat is the reference for this narration? عن عمران بن حصين قال: ثلاث يدرك بهن العبد رغائب الدنيا والآخرة، الصبر عند البلاء، والرضا بالقضاء، والدعاء في الرخاء

17 Sha'ban 14475 February 2026

Sayyiduna ‘Ali’s (radiyallahu ‘anhu) Brief Description of the Nature of This World

QuestionWhat is the source of this narration? Sayyiduna 'Ali (radiyallahu 'anhu) was asked to describe the world. He said, "Shall I make it long or short?" They said, "Rather, make it short." He said: "Its lawful (halal) is accountable, and its unlawful (haram) is the Fire."

25 Jumadal Akhirah 144716 December 2025

Do Not Let Your Guest Leave Empty Handed

QuestionPlease provide the reference for this: Sayyiduna 'Ali (radiyallahu 'anhu) used to say: "When your Muslim brother visits you, feed him from the best of what is in your house. And if he is fasting, then apply perfume to him."

17 Jumadal Akhirah 14478 December 2025

Sayyiduna Umar’s (radiyallahu ‘anhu) Advice on Companionship and Seeking Guidance

QuestionKindly provide the reference and Arabic text for this narration: Sayyiduna 'Umar ibnul Khattab (radiyallahu 'anhu) said: "Protect your friend and beware of your enemy, except for the trustworthy among people. And there is no trustworthy person except one who fears Allah. Beware of keeping company with the sinful person…

21 Jumadal Ula 144712 November 2025

Sayyiduna ‘Umar’s (radiyallahu ‘anhu) perspective on trials and prosperity

QuestionWhat is the reference of this narration? 'Umar ibnul Khattab (radiyallahu 'anhu) said: "It matters not to me in what condition I awaken—whether in circumstances I desire or those I detest—for I know not whether the good lies in what pleases me or in what displeases me."

9 Rabi'ul Akhir 14472 October 2025

A Message from Allah to the Banu Israil

QuestionWhat is the source of the following narration? إذا رضيت باركت، وليس لبركتي نهاية

11 Rabi'ul Awwal 14474 September 2025

Hasan Basri (rahimahullah) on Those Who Prefer Talk/Debate Over ‘Ibadah

QuestionWhat is the reference for this narration? When Hasan Basri (rahimahullah) came across a group of people arguing, he would say: "By Allah, these ones have become bored of worship, speaking has become easy for them, and their piety has diminished, and that is why they talk and argue so…

9 Rabi'ul Awwal 14472 September 2025