Awaken! : Hadiths to Awaken and Heal the Heart and Soul

In the fourth episode of this series, Shaykh Abdullah Misra covers three hadiths from Kitab al-Riqaq, which convey the cure to a hard heart and provide a means to reach Allah Most High. In the first hadith, the Holy Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) dispenses five instruction for us to act upon and teach to others; avoid unlawful things to be the most worshipful of people, be pleased with what Allah has apportioned to be the wealthiest of people, show excellence towards neighbors to be true believers, love for mankind what you love for yourself to be a true Muslim, and avoid excessive laughter to save the heart. In the second hadith, Shaykh Abdullah explains that Allah Most High asks us to free our hearts from the things that occupy them and worry us. Shaykh Abdullah sheds light in the third hadith on the superiority of those who stay far away from unlawful and doubtful things over those who engage in numerous good actions, but pay little attention to avoiding the prohibited actions whether in secret or public. Indeed, the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) was given the gift of true eloquence, characterized by the brevity of speech in combination with a multitude of meanings.   For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from qualified scholars, completely free: become a monthly supporter – www.seekersguidance.org/donate  

  In the third episode of this series, Shaykh Abdullah Misra covers six hadiths from Kitab al-Riqaq, which convey the cure to a hard heart and provide a means to reach Allah Most High. In the first hadith, the Beloved Messenger (Allah bless him and give him peace) describes successful people as those who embraced Islam. Were blessed with just enough provision for each day, and who was made content with that by Almighty Allah. In the second hadith, Shaykh Abdullah explains that true wealth is what we personally consumed, wore, and enjoyed, followed by that which we gave in the path of Allah Most High for purposes such as charity, education, and philanthropy. The third hadith emphasizes that our actions and deeds are the only things that stay with us and can be a source of comfort when we die. In the fourth hadith, Shaykh Abdullah underscores that wealth not sent forward to the Hereafter is left for the inheritors and will be of no benefit to the deceased. The fifth hadith further encourages us to adopt the attitude of the angels and concentrate our efforts on the wealth sent forth. In the sixth hadith, Shaykh Abdullah expounds on the concept of riches and affluence which means to be free of need from what others possess. Indeed, the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) was given the gift of true eloquence, characterized by the brevity of speech in combination with a multitude of meanings.   For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from qualified scholars, completely free: become a monthly supporter – www.seekersguidance.org/donate  

In the second episode of this series, Shaykh Abdullah Misra covers five hadiths from Kitab al-Riqaq, which convey the cure to a hard heart and provide a means to reach Allah Most High. The first hadith informs us that the veil between us and Hellfire is removed through unlawful desires, and likewise, the veil between us and Paradise is removed via disliked inconveniences; this means that the road to Paradise is paved with tasks that may appear trivial or without benefit in this world. The second hadith elevates the disheveled, humble, and honest servant over the people of materialism because they understand the value of worship and possess the tools necessary to handle calamities. In the third hadith, the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) encourages us to exercise caution when confronted with the riches of this world because excess kills the heart and increases us in laziness. In the fourth hadith, the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) again warns us concerning the dangers of wealth, but he adds a key point; wealth often leads to competition and greater evils. The fifth hadith highlights how styles of wealth consumption allow us to thank Allah for all His blessings. Indeed, the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) was given the gift of true eloquence, characterized by the brevity of speech in combination with a multitude of meanings. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from qualified scholars, completely free: become a monthly supporter – www.seekersguidance.org/donate

In the first episode of this series, Shaykh Abdullah Misra covers hadiths from Kitab al-Riqaq, which convey the cure to a hard heart and provide a means to reach Allah Most High. The first hadith reminds us of the importance of good health and free time, representing two of man’s invaluable resources. The second hadith offers a framework for understanding the realities of this world, namely its trivial nature in the eyes of Allah Most High. In the third hadith, the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) likens this world to a prison for the believer and paradise for the ungrateful disbeliever in order to build patience. The fourth hadith defines the reward for good deeds and conveys a sense of continuity such that believers receive immense rewards in this world and the next, unencumbered by time, whereas disbelievers consume their reward and carry nothing forward into the next abode. Indeed, the Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) was given the gift of true eloquence, characterized by the brevity of speech in combination with a multitude of meanings. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit seekersguidance.org/podcasts. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from qualified scholars, completely free: become a monthly supporter – www.seekersguidance.org/donate