Anas ibn Malik reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Verily, the people with the most complete faith have the best character, for good character …
Hadith on Akhlaq: Faith is completed by excellent character Read More »
Abu Umamah reported: I was beside the camel of the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, on the day of liberation. The speech of the Prophet was …
Hadith on Islam: People of the Book given double reward Read More »
Al-Lalaka’i reported: Abu Darda, may Allah be pleased with him, said, “The pinnacle of faith is in four things: patience with the judgment of Allah, pleasure with the decree of …
Abu Darda on Qadr: Peak of faith is acceptance of Allah’s decree Read More »
Abu Huraira reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Among the perfection of one’s Islam is to leave what does not concern him.” Source: Sunan …
Hadith on Concern: Excellence in Islam to avoid useless interests Read More »
Al-Muttalib reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Prayer is offered two cycles at a time, a sitting testimony offered after each two cycles, that you humbly …
Hadith on Salah: Prayer with humility, dignity, tranquility Read More »
Khaythamah reported: Abdullah ibn Mas’ud, may Allah be pleased with him, said, “By the One besides whom there is no God, a believing servant is not given anything better than …
Ibn Mas’ud on Optimism: Best virtue to have good assumptions about Allah Read More »
Shaddad ibn Aws reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “When you see people amassing gold and silver, then amass these words: O Allah, I …
Hadith on Dua: Words of prayer better than gold and silver Read More »
Abu al-Ahwas reported: Abdullah ibn Mas’ud, may Allah be pleased with him, said, “Whoever would be pleased to meet Allah tomorrow as a Muslim, let him guard over these prayers …
Ibn Mas’ud on Jama’ah: Strong encouragement to pray in congregation Read More »
Al-Tabari reported: Ibn Abbas, may Allah be pleased with him, said, “Verily, idolatry terrifies the heavens, the earth, the mountains, and all of creation except for the worlds of men …
Ibn Abbas on Shirk: Creation fears associating partners with Allah Read More »
Al-Qushayri reported: Mu’adh ibn Jabal, may Allah be pleased with him, said, “Talk to people a little and talk to your Almighty Lord often, for perhaps your heart will see …
Mu’adh on Silence: Speak to people little, but to Allah often Read More »
Abu Qabus reported: My father sent word to Aisha, asking, “Which prayer did the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, most love to perform regularly?” Aisha said, …
Hadith on Nawafil: The Prophet’s beautiful prayer before Dhuhur Read More »
Zayd ibn Khalid reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Whoever performs ablution in the best manner, then prays two cycles, without being unmindful in either of …
Hadith on Salat: Two raka’at of mindful prayer, sins forgiven Read More »
Abu Huraira reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, dispatched a company who acquired a great amount of spoils and returned quickly. A man said, “O …
Hadith on Spoils: Forenoon prayer in mosque is better Read More »
Abu Huraira reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Shall I not tell you about the best of you?” They said, “Yes, O Messenger of …
Hadith on Life: Best Muslims live long, greatest deeds Read More »
Ibn Umar reported: A man came to the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, and he said, “O Messenger of Allah, give me a teaching and make it concise.” …
Hadith on Salat: Pray as if you are saying farewell Read More »
Mu’adh ibn Jabal reported: I said, “O Messenger of Allah, instruct me.” The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Worship Allah as if you can see Him and …
Hadith on Dhikr: Remember Allah by every rock and tree Read More »
‘Uqbah ibn ‘Amir reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “No Muslim performs ablution well and then prays two cycles with his heart and direction …
Hadith on Salat: Paradise rewarded for praying with presence of heart Read More »
Abu Abdullah al-Ash’ari reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, saw a man who did not complete his bowings and rushed through his prostrations while praying. …
Hadith on Salat: Parable of one who rushes through prayer Read More »
‘Ubadah ibn al-Samit reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “When a man prays, performs ablution well, and perfects its bowing and prostration, the prayer …
Hadith on Salat: The prayer responds to good or poor performance Read More »
Al-Muzanni reported: Al-Shafi’i, may Allah have mercy on him, heard me one day as I said, “This narrator is a great liar!” Al-Shafi’i said to me, “O Abu Ibrahim, dress …
Shafi’i on Criticism: Delivering criticism in the best way, without hyperbole Read More »