AT AGE 12, HE MEMORIZED THE ENTIRE QUR'AN... AT AGE 13, HE STARTED SUPPORTING HIS FATHER
He said:
“I memorized the Holy Qur'an when I was 12 years old.”
But he did not stop there.
He also said:
“At the age of 13, I began contributing to my father's livelihood.”
This is not a small achievement.
It reminds us that success does not begin on the day people see someone on a stage or in the spotlight.
Success begins on the day a person chooses patience. On the day they choose knowledge over distraction. On the day they choose the Qur'an over things that do not benefit them.
Today, people see the honor and recognition.
But not everyone sees the years spent repeating verse after verse. Not everyone sees the sacrifices made to memorize the Qur'an. Not everyone sees the prayers of parents behind the success.
A Lesson for Young People
Do not say you are too young. Do not say your time has not come. Do not say you will start later.
Some people began their journey in childhood, and Allah elevated them when the right time came.
One day, you will be asked:
What did you do with your youth?
Some will say they spent it on play and entertainment. Others will say they spent it on things that brought no lasting benefit.
But some will proudly say:
“We devoted it to the Qur'an.”
🤲 O Allah, make our children among those who serve and uphold the Qur'an.
🤲 O Allah, bless our youth with deeds that will benefit us in this life and the Hereafter.
🤲 O Allah, elevate us through the Qur'an.
Ameen, Ya Rabbal ‘Alameen.
Religion is sincere advice.
Addinu Annasiha.
Muharram is one of the four sacred months in Islam and the first month of the Islamic calendar. It holds special virtues and opportunities for worship.
1. Muharram is a Sacred Month
Allah says in the Qur'an: "Indeed, the number of months with Allah is twelve... of these, four are sacred." (Qur'an 9:36)
Muharram is one of these four sacred months, along with Rajab, Dhul-Qa'dah, and Dhul-Hijjah. During sacred months, sins are more serious and righteous deeds carry greater reward.
2. It is Called "The Month of Allah"
The Prophet (ṣallāLlāhu 'alayhi wa sallam) said: "The best fasting after Ramadan is fasting in Allah's month, Muharram.", (Sahih Muslim).
This special attribution ("Allah's month") highlights the honor and virtue of Muharram.
3. Fasting in Muharram is Highly Recommended
Voluntary fasting throughout Muharram is among the most rewarding acts of worship. While fasting the entire month was not the regular practice of the Prophet (ṣallāLlāhu 'alayhi wa sallam), fasting frequently during it is strongly encouraged.
4. The Virtue of the Day of Ashura (10th Muharram)
The greatest day in Muharram is Ashura (10th Muharram).
The Prophet (ṣallāLlāhu 'alayhi wa sallam) said:
"Fasting the day of Ashura, I hope from Allah, expiates the sins of the previous year." (Sahih Muslim)
This refers to the forgiveness of minor sins, provided major sins are avoided and one sincerely repents.
5. Following the Sunnah by Fasting the 9th and 10th
When the Prophet (ṣallāLlāhu 'alayhi wa sallam) learned that the Jews fasted on Ashura to commemorate Allah saving Moses and the Children of Israel from Pharaoh, he said: "We have more right to Moses than they do."
He fasted Ashura and encouraged Muslims to fast it. He also intended to fast the 9th and 10th together to distinguish the Muslim practice.
Therefore, the recommended options are:
1. Fast the 9th and 10th Muharram (best).
2. Fast the 10th and 11th Muharram.
3. Fast only the 10th Muharram if unable to combine days.
Recommended Acts in Muharram:
1. Increase voluntary fasting.
2. Recite and reflect on the Qur'an.
3. Make abundant dhikr (remembrance of Allah).
4. Give charity.
5. Make sincere tawbah (repentance).
6. Perform extra prayers and good deeds.
May Allah make Muharram a month of blessings, forgiveness, and spiritual growth for you. Āmīn 🤲
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This is the opening ceremony of the 2022 World Cup.
This was the World Cup everyone claimed Qatar couldn't pull off, but they ended up hosting arguably the best, most organised World Cup in recent memory.
The Quran recitation and the calm atmosphere gave it a unique feel never seen before.
Now, we wait to see what the upcoming tournament in North America will bring.
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