The holy month of Muharram. Muharram

Muharram is the first month of the Islamic calendar.

Literal meaning: Forbidden. It was forbidden to wage war and fight during this month. Muharram is so-called because it is sacred [harâm] and as an affirmation of its sanctity.

It is regarded as one of the sacred months [Ash'hurul-Hurum].

A blessing of Muharram:- There are many bounties of this month, especially the tenth of Muharram.

Prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) has said: "The best of fasts besides the month of Ramadhân is fasting (luring Allâh's month (ie. Muharram) " (Sahih Muslim).

Hazrat Abu Qataada (R.A.) has related that the prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) has reported to have said, It is my thought that by fasting on the 10th of Muharram Allah (swt) will pardon the sins of the past year. (Tirmizi)

Âshura:

This is the tenth day of the month of Muharram and is a day of great significance and virtue.

Occurrence of Significance:

Prior to Islam

• Sayyidina Hazrat Adam (A.S.) was born and entered paradise on 10th Muharram

• Sayyidina Hazrat Ayyub (A.S.) was cured from his illness. • Allâh (swt) granted deliverance to Sayyidina Moosa (A.S.) and the Bani

Isra'îl from the tyranny of Fir'oun. • A way was made in the sea for Bani Israel. • Sayyidina Hazrat Suleman (A.S.) was ordained King. • The oceans and Heavens were created • After the floods, the ark of Sayyidina Hazrat Nuh (A.S.) settled on Mount

Judi

During Islam :

• Martyrdom of Imam Hussain at Karbala on 10th of Muharram • Prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) went to defeat Bani Muhaarin and Bani

Tha’laba (Tribes of Bani Gatfan) in the year 4 A.H. • Qiyaamah will take place on the 10th of Muharram

Important Date:

• Birth ; Hadrat Imam Hassan on 25th of Muharram • Yaum-e-Ashura Amal • Urs of Hazrat Ghaus-Ul-Alam Mehboob-e-Yazdani Makhdoom Sultan

Saiyed Ashraf Jahangir Simnani (r.a.),Kicchocha Shareef on 28th of Muharram

A brief glance of Hazrat Ghaus-Ul-Alam Mehboob-e-Yazdani

Makhdoom Sultan Saiyed Ashraf Jahangir Simnani (r.a.)

Birth: 708 Hijri in the city of Simnan, which is 210km from Tehran (capital

of Iran) on Mushhad Highway. Simnan was the capital of Persia at the time.

Parents: Father was Sultan Saiyed Ibrahim Shah Simnani who was the

king of Persia (Iran). Mother was Saiyedna Khadijah who was Hazrat

Khawaja Ahmed’s daughter.

Education: Every kind of religious knowledge was gained by the age of 14

in 722 Hijri.

Becoming King: King of Simnan in 723 Hijri, continuing the Noor-Bakhshia

Dynasty.

Leaving the Throne: In 733 Hijri after ruling for 10 years Makhdoom Pak

(r.a.) left his throne and kingdom to his younger brother and took the Sufi

path.

Spiritual Allegiance (baya) and Vicegerent (Khilafa): After 2 years in

735 Hijri he arrived in Pandwa Sharif, Bengal and took allegiance and

vicegerency from Pir O’Murshid Hazrat Shah Ala-Ul-Haq Pandwi (r).

To read more about Hazrat Ghaus-Ul-Alam Mehboob-e-Yazdani

Makhdoom Sultan Saiyed Ashraf Jahangir Simnani (r.a.) go to our sufi saint

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Practices to be Observed on the Day of Âshura

1. To fast on the 9th and 10th or the 10th and 11th of Muharram.

• This is a nafl fast. • The act of fasting is sunnah.

The Jews in Madinah fasted on the 10th Muharram because Allâh (swt) saved Mûsa Alayhis Salâm and the Bani Isra'îl on this day from the tyranny of Fir'oun, prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) was informed that they fasted on this day. He then instructed us to fast on the 9th as well. Thus this will demonstrate a shift from the practice of the Jews.

In the light of this, the fuqahâ have ruled that it is makrûh to fast only on the 10th of Muharram only.

Prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) said: "He who will be generous on his family on the day of Âshura, Allâh Ta'âla will be generous on him for the entire year." (Tabrani, Baihaqi).

NOTE: It is meritorious that one spends freely on one's family, however the needy, orphans and widows should not be forgotten.

Rewards for Fasting on the Day of Âshura.

Prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) said: "It is a compensation for the sins of the past year."

All minor sins of the past year will be forgiven. The major sins are forgiven only when sincere Tawbah is made.

Shab-e-Ashura On the 9th and 10th of Muharram it is important to observe a fast all Awliya, pegumbars and pious saints would take the following ten things into consideration and hope the followers of many generations would also do so:

1. Take a bath 2. Wear surma 3. Fast 4. Pray nafil namaz 5. Bless the orphans 6. Make two Muslim people settle their arguments 7. Feed needy children 8. Look after the ill 9. Make dua for all believers 10. Visit graves and tombs.

Nafil namaz to be read on the night of Ashura (10th Muharram) 1. After Isha namaz read 4 Rakats with 2 Salaams (read in twos).

In each Rakat after Surah Fateha read Iyatul Kursi 1 time and Surah

Ikhlas 3times. After each salaam read 3rd Kalima 70times

Surah Ikhlas 100times Darood Sharif 111 times After which make dua asking for forgiveness from all sins past, present and future. By doing such the reader will receive immense blessings and all forthcoming troubles will be put at ease. 2. For safety from the punishment of the grave. At any point during the night make fresh wadu and pray 2 Rakat namaz tahitul wadu, followed by:

8 Rakats with 4 Salaams (read in twos). In each Rakat after Surah Fateha read Surah Ikhlas 25times. After each salaam read Darood e Ibrahim 70times Istagfar 70times After which make dua for mugfirat. By doing such the reader will fill their graves with light and on the Day of Judgment will be forgiven and will receive the benefits of Jannah. 3. Zikr-e- Salatul Ashura

On the 10th of Muharram when the moon is in the sky read 2 Rakat nafil with the intention of Salatul Ashura. In each Rakat after Surah Fateha read Iyatul Kursi 1time Surah Ikhlas 3times. After salaam read Darood e Ibrahim 101times and make the following dua “ Ya awwal awwalina, ya akhiral akhirina, la illaha illa anta khalkut awwala ma khalaq fi hazal yaumi watukluku akhira, ma takluko fi hazal yaumi a ayatina fihey khereyma awaleyta fi hai auliayika wa ambiyaika wa afsiyahika min sawabil balaye wa asharka ma aayetethum fihe minal karamati be haqke mohammedin alehi wassalum” Starting firstly with Darood e Ibrahim 70times and then

“HUS BUNALLAH NEYAMAL WAKIL, NEYAMAL MOWLA WA NEYAMAL NASSER” Who so ever who reads this on the night of Ashura Allah (swt) will surely give him mugfirat and save him from all enemies and any wrong doing. After this gather friends and family and together read the following dua: This dua is related to Imam Zainul Abedeen (rda). Read 7 times following dua: “Bismillahirehmanirahim – Subhanallahe min al mizane wa muntahal illme wa mabalgirda wa zinatul arshi wala malza wala manza minallahi illa illahi subhanallahe a dus shaf ye walwatre wal aldal kalimati tamatit tuamati wa asailah husallah mata bi rehmatehi wala howla wala kuwata illa billahil aliyil azim wa hua hasbi wa neymal wakil wa neymal maula wa neymal nassir wa sallallahu alla khaire khaalkehi mohammedin wa aalehi ajmayin” Then read Darood e Ibrahim 10times Then raise your hand and read this dua: “Ya fariza khurbi jinnune yauma e ashura ya zameya shamble yakooba yauma ashura wa ya samiya wa dawaate musa wa haroon yauma ashura wa rehmanu duniya wal aakhirati wah rehimhuma salleallah sayedina ala jamil aambiyae wal mursalina wa haqe hajatina fi duniya wal akhirati watawil umrana be rehmatika ya urhumur rahemeen” “Illahi behurmatil husain wa abbahi wa ummehi wa abbahi wajadayhi wa banihi faariz amma anna fi hey wa salullaho ala khaire khalqehi sayedina mohammedin wa aallehi ajmaein” Hazrat Ghaus-ul Azam Makhdoom Ashraf Jahangir Simnani (rda) has written in Lataif-e-Ashraf those who read this 7times will be protected from the pain of death and if his death is written that year then for whatever reason will be unable to read it. Salatun Dushman Hazrat Makhdoom Ashraf has said “All the Awliya Allah of the land used to pray this namaz, this namaz holds immense blessings from which Allah (swt) would safeguard the reader from his enemies, you will receive blessings in health and wealth, Allah (swt) will give the person the strength to repay all his debt. By reading this namaz Allah (swt) will protect you from all evil and will fulfill all your prayers Insha Allah.”

4 rakat nafil namaz with intention (niyat) of salatun dushman 1st rakat after Surah Fateha read Aytul Kursi (1 time) and Surah Ikhlas (10 times) 2nd rakat after Surah Fateha readurah Takasur (1 time) and Surah Ikhlas (10 times) 3rd rakat after Surah Fateha read Surah Kafiroon (1 time) and Surah Ikhlas (10 times) 4th rakat after Surah Fateha read Surah Izzaja (1 time) and Surah Ikhlas (10 times) After namaz read Ayate Karima “ La illaha illa anta subhanaka ini kuntum minaz zalamin” and Darood Sharif 22 times

Pray 2 Rakats nafil namaz in each rakat after Surah Fateha read Surah Ikhlas 10times. After salaam read Iyatul Kursi 11times Darood e Ibrahim 11 times. This namaz must be read in the honor (sawab) of Hazrat Ali (rda). In one riwayat it is said that Imam Hussain (rda) used to perform this namaz, in the first rakat after Surah Fateha he would read Surah Nashra 1time and Surah Izaja 50times. After salaam one should read Darood e Ibrahim 11times, while making him Imam Husain (r.d) the link between you and Allah (swt) make your desired dua. It is wise to take the immense blessing associated with this holy night, read five times namaz and make dua for the entire the Muslim population.

MANKABAT: Shan-e- Sher-e-Khuda Hazrat Maula Ali (r.d) Aap ka Martaba Bane Khairul wara Tajdare wali Ya Ali Ya Ali Isme kya shak hai Mushkil khusha aap hai Hum gharibo ke hajat rava aap hai Jab khabi kar diya Tazkira aap ka Har musibat tali Ya Ali Ya Ali Aapne jab uttahi nigahey karam Bab-e-Khyber ne bi badke choome kadam Kufr larja hua moo ke bal ghir pada Khalbali mach gayi Ya Ali Ya Ali

Har taraf huk ki chah gayi hai ghata Fir wohi daur aaya hai Sher-e-Khuda Aaj utta do nayan Lahelaaye Amaan Bol uthi har kali Ya Ali Ya Ali

The holy month of Safar Safar Month of the year: Safar is the second month of the Islamic calendar. Literal meaning: Empty. During this month the houses used to be empty and deserted because the ban on going to war in the month of Muharram came to an end and everyone proceeded towards the battlefield. Safar also means to be yellow. When the names of the months were being given it was the season of autumn and the leaves of the trees were yellow. This time of the year was considered to be cursed as many catastrophes and calamities took place. However this belief has been proven to be false and totally without foundation (absurd). Many people have erroneous beliefs regarding this month i.e. it is a month of misfortune and calamities. The teachings of Allâh (swt) and His beloved prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) gives us clear guidelines on such incorrect beliefs. Allâh (swt) says in the Qur'ân: "No kind of calamity can occur, except by the will of Allâh". (Surah 64-Ayat 11). These erroneous beliefs have also been condemned in the context of the following Ahâdîth:

1. There is no superstitious owl, bird, no star-promising rain, no bad omen in the month of Safar. (Sahih Muslim).

2. There is no bad omen in the month of Safar and no Ghouls (evil spirits) (Sahih Muslim).

3. There is no evil omen, no superstitious owl, bird and no bad omen in the month of Safar (Bukhari).

The above Ahâdîth clearly refutes all incorrect beliefs and superstitions regarding the month of Safar. These incorrect beliefs flow from the pre-Islamic period of Jâhiliyyah [Days of Ignorance]. The Month of Safar During the Days of Ignorance The Muhaddithîn have recorded many of the superstitions harboured by the Arabs during the Days of Ignorance. A few are mentioned below:

1. The pre-Islamic Arabs believed Safar to be a snake which lives in the stomach of a human being and when hungry, bites the person. This is the discomfort one experiences when gripped by the pangs of hunger.

2. Some said Safar are worms which originate in the liver and ribs due to

which the colour of the person becomes yellow, a condition we know today as jaundice.

3. According to some, the month of Safar flanked by Muharram and Rablul

Awwal is full of calamities and misfortune. With the advent of Islam and the teachings of prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw), all evil and incorrect beliefs common in pre-Islamic times were discarded. Incorrect Beliefs: Today too, there are some Muslims who hold incorrect beliefs regarding the month of Safar.

• A nikâh performed in this month would not be successful. Sayyidina Hazrat Maula Ali (r.d.) married Khatoon-e-Jannat Sayyidina Bibi Fatima (r.d.), (the daughter of prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw)) in the latter days of Safar 2 A.H.

• This month is full of misfortune and calamities.

• To commence any important venture, business etc. during this month will bring bad luck.

• The first to the thirteenth of Safar is ill-fortune and evil.

• The person who distributes food or money on the 13th of Safar wiII be saved from its ill-fortune.

• To celebrate the last Wednesday of Safar and regard it as a holiday. What to do:

• To shun all types of erroneous beliefs regarding the blessed month of Safar.

• To understand that the most unfortunate person is he who disobeys Allâh (swt) commandments e.g. does not perform the five daily salaah etc. It is narrated in a hadîth that prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) said: "Pray, 0 Allah! Cause not anyone of us to be a wretched destitute." He then asked: "Do you know who is a wretched destitute?" Upon the request of the

Sahabah (r.d.) he replied, "A wretched destitute is he who neglects his salât. " (Hadîth).

• We should understand that all conditions which befalls us, good or bad, favourable, or unfavourable are from Allâh (swt), (as a result of our actions). Allâh (swt) says: " Whatever misfortune befalls you, it is due to the things your hands have wrought, and He forgives many a sin." (Surah 42 - Verse 30).

This can also be confirmed by the following Hadîth: Sayyidina Jabir (r.d.) has said that, "I have heard prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) saying, the descending of illness and evil superstition befalling in the month of Safar is untrue." (Muslim) Events of Safar:

• The battle of Abwaa took place on 12th Safar in the year 2 A.H.

• The battle of Khyber took place in the year 7 A.H.

The holy month of Rabi-ul-Awwal

Rabi-Ul-Awwal

Is the third month of the Islamic calendar

The Meaning of the Word "Rabi-ul-Awwal":- The first month of spring.

Auspicious Occasions:-

The Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) was born in this month as mercy for all and departed from this world 63 years later

Events of Rabi-ul-Awwal

• The Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) emigrated from Makkah to Madina Munawwarah

• Battle of Buwaat took place in the year 2 A.H

• Battle of Saf’yaan took place in the year 2 A.H

• Hazrat Abu Bakar Siddiq (r.d.) daughter Asma (r.d.a) was born 6 year before prophecy

• Sayyida Ruqqayya (r.d.a.) the daughter of beloved prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) was born 7 year before prophecy

• Hazrat Abu Bakar Siddiq (r.d) was appointed first Caliph

• Sayyida Umm-e-Kulsum (r.d.a.) was married in this month to third Caliph Sayyidina Usman Ghani Zunnu-rein (r.d.) in 3 A.H

Deaths in Rabi-ul-Awwal

• Sayyidina Ibrahim (r.d.) the son of Sayyida Maaria Qibtiya (r.d.a) and holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) passed away on 10 A.H

The celebration of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi in brief The word Milad has been derived from "viladut" which means birth. Therefore, according to Arabic language, Milad is word which signifies the place and time of birth. In the light of Shariah, we means, Milad is to remember the events which took place at the birth time of the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) and we get the opportunity of narrating the Seerat of the prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) on this occasion, we also presents the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) gifts of Durood -o- salam. We mention before the people attributes and praises of the prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw). We do not believe that Milad is specified with same night but, we believe that the remembrance of the Holy

prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) is incumbent in each minute and second of time and every Muslim should act it sunnahs in the whole life time. Milad un Nabi (saw) is a great source of preaching. It is incumbent for scholars to teach Muslims nations on this Holy occasion, moral behavior of the prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) his antiquates, His affairs, His Seerat, His dealings and His worships. This Islamic month of Rabbi-ul-awal is the month of an immense well of charity, blessing and purity because in this month of the 12th Allah (swt) gave us Rehamatal-ul-lil-alameen holy prophet Ahmede Mujtaba Mohammed Musatafa (saw) and by doing so showered his blessing to all mankind for which Allah (swt) has made all the worlds. Evidence of the Holy Quran The Qur’anic verses proves that to celebrate Milad is not only a proper deed but it is also a praiseworthy. 1) Allah Almighty says in Quran: "The peace is on Him the day when he was born and the day when he will die and the day when he will be raised alive." (Kanzul Iman the translation of Holy Quran, Sura Al-Maryam, Verse 15) In the above verse Allah Almighty has mentioned the complete Milad of Sayyidina Hazrat Yahya (A.S). And before this Allah Almighty has mentioned the events which took place before the birth. It is the same way of celebrating birth day as Ahle Sunnat adopts for the Milad of the last prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) of Allah (swt). In other words the Prophet of Allah (swt) Sayyidina Hazrat Isa (A.S) celebrates his own Milad. 2) As Allah (swt) says: "And the same peace on me the day I was born and the day I will die and the day I would be raised alive." (Kanzul Iman the translation of Holy Quran, Sura Al Maryam, Verse 33) Before this verse Allah (swt) has stated the whole story of Sayyida Bibi Maryam (r.d.a) that who she got pregnant and gave birth her great son, the Prophet of Allah (swt) Sayyidina Hazrat Isa (A.S). Allah (swt) also mentioned the words of Sayyidina Hazrat Isa (A.S) by which Sayyidina Hazrat Isa (A.S) praised himself. This style of narrating story is nothing but celebration of Milad of Sayyidina Hazrat Isa (A.S). Ahle Sunnat also narrate the story of Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) in the same style. We too narrate the events which took place before the birth and after it as Allah Almighty narrated about Sayyidina Hazrat Yahya and Sayyidina Hazrat Isa (A.S). Therefore, a person who has eyes of justice will obviously accept that to celebrate Milad is an important deed which Allah Almighty has done. So it proves that the basis of Milad is found in the Holy Quran.

3) Allah (swt) says: "And remind them of the days of the Allah." (Kanzul Iman the translation of Holy Quran, Sura Ibrahim, Verse5) In this verse Allah (swt) orders his prophet Sayyidina Hazrat Musa (A.S) to remind his nation the days of Allah (swt). "The days of Allah" are those days in which great events took place or Allah Almighty bestowed his great rewards to his creature. As the Holy Quran testifies this explanation of the days of Allah Almighty. In the Holy Quran Sayyidina Hazrat Musa (A.S) says: "And when Musa said it his people remember Allah (swt) favor upon you, when he delivered you from Firawn's people who used to afflict you worstly, and slaughter your sons and let your daughters live and in it there was shown great mercy of your lord." (Kanzul Iman the translation of Holy Quran, Sura Ibrahim, Verse 6) According to the Qur’anic verse emancipation of the nation of Sayyidina Hazrat Musa (A.S) from Firawn is a day of Allah, so the birth day of the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) is, with any doubt, also a day of Allah (swt), because the prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) emancipated whole world from the darkness of ignorance and brought them to the light of guidance. Therefore, the birthday (Milad) of the prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) deserves to be celebrated then the celebration of any other event. In case we would not be grateful to Allah Almighty for his favor, which is prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw). He will punish us severely. As Allah Almighty says: "And remember when your lord proclaimed, if you will be great full then I shall give you more and if you’re thankless then my treatment is severe." (Kanzul Iman the translation of Holy Quran, Sura Ibrahim, and Verse 7) 4) Allah Almighty says: "Then remember the bounties of Allah and wander not in the earth spreading mischief." (Kanzul Iman the translation of Holy Quran, Sura Araf, Verse 74) In the above verse Allah Almighty orders us to remember his bounties and rewards. The last Prophet of Allah Almighty prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) is, undoubtedly, great blessing of Allah Almighty for whole mankind. Allah Almighty himself considers the prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) his great favor for mankind as He says: "Undoubtedly, Allah did a great favor to the Muslims that in them from among themselves sent a messenger who recites unto them His signs and purifies them and teaches them the book and wisdom and necessarily before that they were certainly apparent error. (Kanzul Iman the translation of Holy Quran, Sura Ale Imran, Verse 164) Therefore, according to the Qur’anic commandments we must remember the beloved Prophet of Allah prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) and Milad-un-Nabi is a best way of remembrance of the greatest Prophet (Allah’s Grace and Peace be upon him).

In another words Allah Almighty says: "And publicize well the favor of your lord" (Kanzul Iman the translation of Holy Quran, Sura Al Duha, Verse 11) The companion of the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) Hazrat Abdullah Ibne Abbas (Allah is well pleased with Him) explained the word favors. He says here, In this verse favor signifies the prophet hood and Islam. (Tafseer Ibne Abbas, Sure Al Duha, Page 651). So in the light of the given explanation by the cousin of the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw), we can say that Allah Almighty orders us to remember Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) in our gatherings between the people, in our mosque between the worshiper and in our houses between our families and Milad un Nabi (Allah’s Grace and Peace be upon him), as I have written is a best way for this Qur’anic purpose. 4) Allah Almighty orders us: "Say you obey Allah's grace and his mercy, on it therefore let them rejoice. That is better then all their wealth." In this verse Allah Almighty orders us to enjoy on his grace and mercy. If we see around us we find that each favor of Allah Almighty is great mercy for us. Even our existence is also a mercy of Allah Almighty. But the greatest of Allah is the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw). As Allah Almighty says: "And we sent not you but mercy for all worlds." (Kanzul Iman the translation of Holy Quran, Sura Al Ambiyaa, Verse 107) So according the Qur’anic teachings it is necessary for us that ewe must be happy and pleased on the birthday of the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw). The one who pleases with the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) is really a true follower of the Quran. And it is obvious that, in whole world Muslims celebrates Milad un Nabi (saw). Specially for enjoying the mercy of Allah Almighty that is the beloved prophet of Allah Almighty .Therefore the Holy Quran itself confirms the Milad un Nabi (saw) 5) The gathering of Milad un Nabi (saw) incite Muslims on saying Durood and Salam ( to pray for prophet (Allah's Grace and Peace be upon him) of blessing and peace) Allah Almighty says: "Oh you who I believe send upon Him blessing and salute Him fully well in abundance. (Kanzul Iman the translation of Holy Quran, Sura Al Ahzab, Verse 56) According to the law of Shariah, a thing which is desired by Shariah, is exactly a like an aim of Shariah. And the benefits of Durood -o- salam are so much in numbers that can not be counted. Durood -o- salam causes for the help of Allah Almighty in this world and here after. So Milad un Nabi (saw) is a source of fulfilling the commandments of Allah Almighty 6) Allah Almighty says: "And all that we narrate to you of the tidings of the

messengers is for the purpose of strengthening your heart therewith." (Kanzul Iman the translation of Holy Quran, Sura Hood, Verse 121) This Qur’anic verse reveals that the wisdom of mentioning the stories and events of prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) was to stand fast the heart of the last prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw). And it is obvious that we are, also today, in need of being stand fast. We must know that how; the prophet of Allah (Allah's Grace and Peace be upon him) faced the problems of his time so that we may face the problems of our times according to the Sunnah. Therefore Milad un Nabi (saw) provides us an opportunity to know about the affair of the prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) In the holy quran in many places Allah (swt) has made reference: “Wa rafana laka zikrak” (And raised high the esteem you are held) (Chapter 30 Surah Nashrak) “la khad ja kum rasoolim min un fusikum” (O believers you have amongst your ummant) “la khad minulaalah ho allul mumineena uz lay faheem e rassola” (I have done a favour on all believers that I gave you the holy prophet (saw)) “Waz kuru niyamat illahi alaykum” (Remember Allah (swt) favours) “Wama arsalnaka illah rehmatullil alameen” (I have sent as blessing for whole mankind) “By all means The Prophet Mohammed (saw) is the uzma of Allah (swt)” “Allah (swt) in the holy quran has said in Surah duha chapter 30 (para)” “Remember Allah (swt) blessing which is upon you Surah Al-Imran chapter 4 (para)” By doing milaad sharif you are performing prophet Mohammed (saw) zikr, in the above aayats Allah (swt) has ordered to do zikr of prophet Mohammed (saw).

1. Khulfa-e-Rasheedeen Hazrat Abu Bakar Siddique (r.d) has said “who so ever spend even as little as 1 dhiram(pence) in milaad sharif will be with me in paradise”

2. Hazrat Umar Farooque kayde azam (r.d) has said “who ever repects the milaad sharif has given life to islam”

3. Hazrat Usman Ghani (r.d) has said “who ever spend as little as 1 dhiram

(pence) is like that person was amongst those who fought in the battle of badar and hunnaiyn”

4. Hazrat Ali Karimullah wajhul kareem (r.d) has said “who so ever respect

the milaad sharif and trys to preach wil leave the world with faith and will enter paradise without questions”

5. Hazrat Khwaja Hasan Basri (r.d) has said “If I had gold as much as the

mountain of uhad I would spend it on milaad-un-nabi” 6. Hazrat Imam Jallaludin sayuti (r.d) has said “whose house,mosque and

area hold the milaad ceremony of the beloved prophet Mohammed (saw) then on this Allah (swt) blessed angels would surround these homes,mosques and areasand read Darood upon them”

7. Hazrat Imam Shafi (r.d) has said “those who gather people for milaad,

cook for them, make arrangements in their home for them and give reason for people to attend then for him on the day of judgment Allah (swt) will raise him amongst the Siddiquin, Showdaye and Saleheen and his place will be in jannat-e-naeem”

8. Hazrat Maroof Kharkhi (r.d) has said “those who gather people for milaad-

un-nabi he will be protected by all Ambiya’s and Allah(swt) will protect his household from theft, misfortune and any evil eyes”

We pray to Allah (swt) to give us the strength and love to celebrate the glorious milaad-un-nabi, follow the path of the prophet Mohammed (saw) and give us the courage to follow all of the prophet Mohammed (saw) Sunnah. Ameen.

Evidence of Hadith (Narrations of the Holy Prophet (Allah's Grace and Peace be upon him) There are many narrations, which proves the Milad Sharif but I write a few. 1) The Prophet of Allah prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) himself stated his own birth from very beginning He says: "I had been transferred, continuously, from purified offspring to purified wombs. I had been given birth by a lawful marriage not by adultery. When Allah Almighty sent Adam Alaihis Salam on earth so He put me in his spine and then transferred in Nuh Alaihis salam in his boat, and

then in Ibrahim Alaihis salam Allah Almighty transferred me continuously from noble offspring to the purified wombs up to that He brought me in my parents who never committed adultery." (Tafseer Ruhul Bayan, Vol. 3, Page 54) Milad means the time of birth or place of birth. So the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) himself celebrated his own Milad. In the same way Ahle Sunnat following the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) narrate the events of the birth of the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw).This hadith is the clear proof Milad un Nabi (saw) and as well as tell us that to celebrate Milad un Nabi (saw) is not innovation (bidat) but it is a sunnah (tradition) of prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw)

2) "The one who rejoices on the birth day of the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) would not be severely punished and it is hopped that a Muslim who celebrate the Milad un Nabi (saw), will not be punished in hell. Imam Bukhari Rahmatullah Alaih narrates that Abu Lahab would be punished lightly in the hell on Monday. Because he rejoiced and freed his handmaid indicating by his finger, when the Prophet of Allah Almighty (Allah's Grace and Peace be upon him) took birth. So as a reward of happiness on Milad un Nabi (saw) he would be given water by his finger. (Saheehul Bukhari Vol. 2, Page 764) 3) The Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) celebrated his own Milad by having fast. Imam Wali ud din write this narration with reference to the Saheeh Muslim. When the Prophet of Allah (Allah's Grace and Peace be upon him) was asked about the fast of Monday. He (Allah's Grace and Peace be upon him) said: "I took birth and the Quran was revealed upon me in this day." (Mishkat Sharif, Page 179) This narration proves that to celebrate Milad un Nabi (saw) is a tradition of the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) on every Monday. Secondly it is lawful to fix a particular day for Milad un Nabi (saw). Thirdly it is an act of sunnah to worship in the pleasure of the Milad un Nabi (saw) "The best of the innovations of our times is what is carried out on the day of corresponding to the birthday of our Beloved Prophet (Allah's Grace & Peace be upon Him), where people give out donations, practice what is right, express their joy and happiness, in doing so is surely a sign of love and admiration for the Prophet (Allah's Grace & Peace be upon him)".

NAAT

Mominoo Kushiya Manawoh

Sallallahu 'alayka Ya Rasulullah wa sallam 'alayka Ya Habeeballah

Momino khushiyan manao Kamli wala aa gaya Rab-eSallim gun gunaaon, Kamli wala aa gaya

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Chehra-e-wal fajr sey aur gaysu ey wal-layl sey

Dil ko aa'inah banaao, Kamli wala aa gaya

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Jhuk geyaa sajdey main baytullah bhi ta'zeem ko Ab diyey dil key jalaao, Kamli wala aa gaya

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Godi mein ley kar Halimah Sa'diyah ney yun kahaa

'Azmaton key geet gaao, Kamli wala aa gaya

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Jashn-e-milaad-un-Nabi main un key zikr-e-paak sey Najdion par qehr dhaao, Kamli wala aa gaya

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Chaand sooraj aur sitaaro kehkashaan ard-o-falak

Roshni apni barhaao, Kamli wala aa gaya

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Momino khushiyan manao Kamli wala aa gaya Rab-eSallim gun gunaaon, Kamli wala aa gaya

O my respected brother and sisters to show your happiness celebrate and sing naats and attend gathering to celebrate the buzurganedeen, Allah (swt) has said in the glorious quran…… Nafil Namaz for Rabbi-ul-Awwal

1. After Isha read 12 rakat nafil with 6 salaams (read in two) In each Rakat after Surah Fateha read Surah Ikhlas 21 times.

2. 2 rakat nafil namaz with 1 salaam In each Rakat after Surah Fateha read Surah Muzammil 1 times.

3. 2 rakat nafil namaz with 1 salaam

In each Rakat after Surah Fateha read Surah Ikhlas 3times. 4. Read Tahajud 5. Darood Sharif as much as possible

Then in the pure love and affection for the beloved prophet Mohammed (saw) read salaat-o-salaam On the blessed day express your happiness, light your house, put banners on your house, make niyaaz, go to gathering and offer food to the poor. Those who celebrate the milaad-un-nabi Allah (swt) will for the whole year grand him peace and all his prayer will be answered, he will never be bound to anyone and will be protected from all enemies Insha allah.

The holy month of Rab-ul-Akhir Rabi-ul-Akhir

Month of the year : Rabi-ul-Akhir is the fourth (4th) month of the Islamic calendar. This month is also called Rabi’ath Thani. When it was named it denoted the end of spring.

Events of Rabi-ul-Akhir:-

• Battle of Furu' from Buhraan took place in 3 A.H

• Sariyyah-Battle in which the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) did not take part in, instead he consigned one of his Companions as the colonel.

• Sariyyah-Battle Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) appointed Sayyidina Hazrat Maula Ali ibn Abu Talib in the 9th Hijri

Deaths In Rabi-ul-Akhir

• Sayyidina Ghaus-e-Azam Pirane Pir Dastagir Hazrat Shaikh Mohyuddin Abdul Qadir Jillani (r.d) passed away at age of 90 on 17th of Rabi-ul-Akhir 561 Hijri

• Sayyidina Hazrat Khwaja Nizamuddin Auliya (r.a.) passed away on 18th of Rabi-ul-Akhir 725 Hijri

Special Function of Rabi-ul-Akhir:

Ghayarveen Sharif

We celebrate Ghayarveen sharif which is on 11th of Rabi-ul-Akhir which is known as Big Ghayarveen (Badi Ghayarveen). On this date Sayyidina Ghaus-e-Azam Pirane Pir Dastagir Hazrat Shaikh Mohyuddin Abdul Qadir Jillani (r.d) use to celebrate on same day ghayarveen in remembrance of his own Pir Hazrat Shaikh Ali Saeed Mubarakul Makhzumi (r.d) because Sayyidina Ghaus-e-Azam Pirane Pir Dastagir Hazrat Shaikh Mohyuddin Abdul Qadir Jillani (r.d) used to celebrate that’s way this was famous, those people who do ghayarveen sharif are fortunate because they are attached to Sayyidina Ghaus-e-Azam Pirane Pir Dastagir Hazrat Shaikh Mohyuddin Abdul Qadir Jillani (r.d) and they follow the sunnah of the Pir of all Pir (Pirane Pir) Sayyidina Ghaus-e-Azam Pirane Pir Dastagir Hazrat Shaikh Mohyuddin Abdul Qadir Jillani (r.d) passed away on 17th of this month so it is neccasary for us to celebrate 11th and 17th of this month

The holy month Jamad-ul-Awal

Jamad-ul-Awal

Month of year: Fifth month of the lunar calendar

Literal meaning: Jamad means freezing, Whilst naming the months, this month occured in the season when the water freezes so it was Jamad-ul-Awal.

Events of Jamad-ul-Awal:

• The Battle "Moota" took place in 8 A.H.- A war against infidels in which th Holy prophet Mohammed (saw) did not participate. The battle is named after a famous city in Syria (Moota). Hadrat Zaid Ibn Haritha (R.A) was the first appointed General by the Holy prophet Mohammed (saw).

• In the same Battle Hadrat Khalid ibn Walid (fourth general of the Battle of Moota) was proclaimed by the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) as being "one of the swords of Allah"

Matrimonies in Jamad-ul-Awal:

• The Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) married his first beloved wife; Sayyida Hadrat Khadijah (R.A) 15 years prior to Prophecy.

Deaths in Jamad-ul-Awal:

• Hadrat Zaid Ibn Haritha (R.A) met martyrdom in 8 A.H.

• Hadrat Ja'far Ibn Abi Talib (R.A.) met martyrdom in 8 A.H.

• Hadrat Abdullah Ibn Rawaahah met martyrdom in 8 A.H.

• Hadrat Abdullah Ibn Uthman (R.A.) passed away.

• The Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) grandfather Abdul Muttalib passed away 32 years prior to prophency.

• Sarkar Shah-e-Miran Hazrat Pir Miran Saiyed Ali (r.d) Khambat Sharif India passed away on 3rd Jammadil Awal 641 Hijri at age of 83 years.

• Urs Mubarak of Sarkar Shah-e-Miran Hazrat Pir Miran Saiyed Ali (r.d) is celebrated every year from 3rd to 9th Jamad-ul-Awal.

Sarkar Shah-e-Miran Hazrat Pir Miran Saiyed Ali (r.d):

The full name of Hazrat Pir Miran Saiyed Ali Sarkar (r.a) was Mubaraq Qutub-e-Rabbani, Mehboob-ul-Awlia, Nabir-e-Ghuas-ul-Azam Hazrat Pir Miran Saiyed Ali-Vali Sarkar was the grandson of Arif-e-Rabbani Hazrat Saiyed Shah Tajuddin Abdul Razaq (r.a) who was the eldest son of Mehboob-e-Subhani, Piran-e-Pir

Dastigir Ghaus-e-Pak Shaikh Abdul Qadir Jilani (r.a). Hazrat Pir Miran Saiyed Ali-Vali Sarkar is the great grandson of Sayyidina Piran-e-Pir Dastigir Shaikh Abdul Qadir Jilani (r.a). Hazrat Pir Miran Saiyed Ali-Vali Sarkar is the direct 3rd generation of Mehboob-e-Subhani, Piran-e-Pir Dastigir Ghaus-e-Pak Shaikh Abdul Qadir Jilani (r.a). He was born in the city of Jilan in 558 Hijri (1156 CE). At the age of ten he bid farewell to his native land and with his uncle Hazrat Saiyed Abdul Wahab Shah (r) he arrived in Khambat (Cambay) city in 568 Hijri. He came and spread the magnetic light of knowledge, true guidance and spirituality of the Islamic way of life. His enthusiasm for the welfare of the people led him to fulfill their needs, and he taught them the lesson of humanism. He was the highest miracle within himself, a spiritual capital, the living Sunnah of the ways of the Holy Prophet (saw) and a perfect form of Saiyedna Ghaus-ul-Azam’s spirituality. Not only did he expand the Deen-e-Islam of the Holy Prophet (saw) in Gujarat but he also reached the far corners of India and the world. He was such a great man of Shariat (Islamic Law) and Tariqat (Sufi Way) that his example would b hard to find in history. At his shrine many are cured from blindness, evil sprits, and inability to have children, unemployment, depression, illnesses and irreligiousness. He brought the misguided to Allah’s throughout his life and passed away at the age of 83 years on 3rd Jamadi-ul-Awal 641 Hijri. His holy shrine is 2km west of Khambat (Cambay) city, which was known by the name of ‘Salman Paak’. Now it’s called ‘Ashraf Nagar’.

Shajra-E-Silsila-E-Nasab Sarkar Shah-e-Miran Hazrat Pir Miran Saiyed Ali Sarkar (R.A.) Alhamdu Lillaah Rabbil Aalmin vasslaty Vasslamu Alaa Rasulehi Mohammed Ashrful Ambiyahe W-alla-alleli vasahabehi Ajmaeen

• Illahi bahurahmate Huzur sarware Kaa-e-naat Fakhre Mojudat Tazdare Ambiyaa Saiyede Aalam Mohammed Mustafa Sallalaho Alihe Wasallam bin Hazrat Abdullah bin Hazrat Abdul Mattalib bin Hazrat Hashim.(Medina Tayyaba-12 Rabil Awwal- 11 Hijri)

• Illahi bahurmate Saiyed Ali Murtuza (r.d.) Zwajae Saiyedna Fatematuzohra (r.d.a.) (Najaf Ashraf – 21 Ramadhan – 40 Hijri)

• Illahi bahurmate Hazrat Saiyed Imam Hasan Murtuza (r.d.) (Medina Tayyaba-50 Hijri)

• Illahi bahurmate Hazrat Saiyed Imam Hasan Musanna (r.d.) (Medina Tayyaba-90 Hijri)

• Illahi bahurmate Hazrat Saiyed Abdullah Al Ahmed (r.d.) (Medina Tayyaba-110 Hijri)

• Illahi bahurmate Hazrat Saiyed Mohammed Musa Al Zone (r.d.) (Iraq – 120 Hijri)

• Illahi bahurmate Hazrat Saiyed Daaud (r.d.) (Iraq-145 Hijri)

• Illahi bahurmate Hazrat Saiyed Mohammed (r.d.) (Iraq-300 Hijri)

• Illahi bahurmate Hazrat Saiyed Yahya Zahid (r.d.) (Iraq-330 Hijri)

• Illahi bahurmate Hazrat Saiyed Tajuddin Abdullah Jeli (r.d.) (Jillan-310 Hijri)

• Illahi bahurmate Hazrat Saiyed Abusaleh Musa Jeangi Dost (r.d.) (Jillan-412 Hijri)

• Illahi bahurmate Hazrat Saiyed Mehbube Subhani Qutbe Rabbani Miran Shaikh Mohyuddin Abu Mohammed Saiyed Abdul Qadir Jilani (Ghaus-e-Pak) (r.d.) (Baghdad Sharif-561 Hijri)

• Illahi bahurmate Hazrat Saiyed Tajuddin Abdur Razzaq (r.d.) (Baghdad Sharif-623 Hijri)

• Illahi bahurmate Hazrat Saiyed Amaduddin Abu Saleh Nasar (r.d.) (Baghdad Sharif-632 Hijri)

• Illahi bahurmate Hazrat Saiyed Abu Nasar Mohammed (r.d.) (Iraq-639 Hijri)

• Illahi bahurmate Sarkar Shah-e-Miran Hazrat Pir Miran Saiyed Ali Sarkar (r.d.) (Khambat Sharif-3 Jamadi-ul-Awal-641 Hijri)

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The holy month of Jamad-ul-Akhir Jamad-ul-Akhir

This is the sixth month of the islamic calendar. The origin of the word is as follows: the word Jumda, from which the name of the month is derived, is used to denote dry parched land: land devoid of rain, and hence denote the dry months

Events of Jamad-ul-Awal:

• Battle of Salaasil took place on 8th Hijri

• Sher-e-Khuda Sayyidina Hazrat Maula Ali (r.d) gain victory in Battle of Bassorah on 10th Jamad-ul-Akhir

• Khatoon-e-Jannat Sayyida Bibi Fatehma tuz Zohra (r.d.a) daughter of holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) was born on 20th Jamad-ul-Akhir

• First Caliph Hazrat Abu Baker Siddique (r.d) passed away on 22nd Jamad-ul-Akhir

• Hadrat Sayyadina Farooq-e-Azam (r.d) was appointed second Caliph on 23rd Jamad-ul-Akhir

No specific ibadât has been prescribed by the Shari'ah during this month. However, one should try to observe the fasts of Ayâm-e-Bîdh, which are the middle days of every lunar month.

Important Dates and Anniversaries:

• Maulana Jalaluddin Rumi (Turkey) passed away on 5th Jamad-ul-Akhir

• Khwaja Gharib Nawaz Ajmer Sharif Chatti Sharif on 6th Jamad-ul-Akhir

• Urs of Hadrat Muhammad Imam al Ghazali (r.a) on 14th Jamad-ul-Akhir

• Urs of Hadrat Sayyad Shah-e-Alam (r.a), Ahmedabad on 16th Jamad-ul-Akhir

• Urs of Amir al-Muminin Hadrat Abu Bakr Siddeeq (r.d) on 22nd Jamad-ul-Akhir

The holy month of RAJAB

Rajab

Month of the year: Rajab is the 7th month of the Islamic calendar.

The meaning of Rajab: The word ‘Rajab’ means to ‘respect’. The Arabs respected this month tremendously and it was named Rajab. Rajab is a name of a river in Jannah. Its water is whiter than milk and extremely sweet. Those who fast in this month will be honoured to drink from it.

Tawhîd: Isrâ' and Mi'râj

Isrâ' literally means a journey by night and Mi'râj literally means an elevator, i.e. an instrument which lifts something up. But, in Islam, Isrâ' refers to a miraculous night journey made by the last prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) from Makkah to Jerusalem and Mi'râj refers to the journey of prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) from Jerusalem, up and out of the universe, through the seven heavens, and into the direct presence of Allâh (swt)

Mi'râj

it took place approximately 1 year before Hijri. Hazrat Jibra’îl (A.S.) approached and awoke prophet Hazrat Moahmmed (saw) while he was sleeping.

Prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) was taken to Haram, to the Ka'bah and was prepared for a journey, unique and remarkable in the history of the world.

Awaiting then at the edge of the mosque was the majestic Al-Buraq, a white winged beast, larger than a donkey, smaller than a mule. The Buraq was to transport prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) to the seven heavens.

With each stride stretched as far as the eye can see, prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) mounted Al-Buraq, sped northwards with Hazrat Jibra’îl (A.S.) to Al-Aqsa Mosque.

On reaching, prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) dismounted, tied the Buraq to a hitching post used previously by all Prophets, entered the mosque. On Hazrat Jibra’îl (A.S.) indication led the congregation of all the Ambiyâ (A.S.) among whom were Ibrahim, Mûsa, and ‘Isa (A.S.) This, by the order of Allâh Ta’âla was a means of proving that prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) was the leader.

Then Hazrat Jibra’îl (A.S.) brought prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) three vessels, containing wine, milk, and honey. Prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw)

looked at them and chose the milk. Hazrat Jibra’îl (A.S.) said, "Praise be to Allâh (swt), who has guided you to tile Fitrah [natural disposition]."

From there Hazrat Jibra’îl (A.S.) led prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) to the first Heaven, and knocked on the gate and the gatekeeper asked, "Who is it?" After receiving Hazrat Jibra’îl’s (A.S.) reply he, asked, "Who is accompanying you?" It is prophet Hazrat Muhammad (saw) to which he further questioned, "Has he been invited?" Hazrat Jibra’îl (A.S.) said, "Yes." He said, "Then welcome to him, welcome." The inhabitants of Heaven welcomed him joyfully.

At the first heaven they saw a man sitting with a multitude of people. The people on his right caused laughter, and on his left caused grief. The man said, "Welcome to the righteous Prophet and the righteous son. "Prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) returned the greeting and asked, "Who is this?" Hazrat Jibra’îl (A.S.) answered, "This is Adam, and the multitudes on his right are the souls of his descendants who are people of paradise, and on his left are those people of hell." These groups were such whom were the cause of his laughing and weeping.

They then reached the second Heaven, the gatekeeper with Hazrat Jibra'îl (A.S.) and met Isa and Yahya (A.S.). Similarly the same occurred on each of the Heavens. On the third he met Yusuf (A.S.), on the fourth, Idris (A.S.), on the fifth, Harûn (A.S.), the sixth, Mûsa (A.S.) and climbing a ladder to get to each Heaven higher up.

On the sixth Heaven prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) made his way higher, Mûsa (A.S.) wept. In reply to prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) concern, he said, "I weep because of a young man sent after me, whose Ummah will enter Paradise in greater numbers than mine."

It must be kept in mind that Mûsa (A.S.) did not weep out of envy, Allâh (swt) forbid, but out of sorrow for those from amongst his Ummah who were disobedient.

Onwards from there, they made their way to the seventh Heaven and met Ibrahim (A.S.) who was leaning on Bait-ul-Ma’mûr [the much frequented house], a building parallel with the Ka’bah and directly above it in the Heavens. Prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) inquired about it and Hazrat Jibra’îl (A.S.) informed him of the 70,000 angels who pray and perform Tawâf by it daily, then make way for another 70,000 angels and not one from any of them is given the chance to return till the Day of Qiyamah.

Prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) was taken to see Paradise and Hell. He viewed Paradise's bounties whose domes were pearls and earth pungent musk, and Jahannam’s severeties. He also reached the point where he heard the 'Pen of Predicament' writing away.

Then prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) was taken to the Lote tree [Sidratul Muntaha].

This is the place where anything, which comes up from earth stops there and is taken from there and anything which comes down from the regions stops there.

It was at this point that Hazrat Jibra’îl (A.S.) appeared manifest in his original form before prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw)

Hazrat Jibra’îl (A.S.) remained alongside and guided prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) till the Lote tree beyond which none may pass, or go further.

Prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) said, "You’re telling me now to go forth alone when you’ve remained with me from the Hatîm till the 7th Heaven, even till the Sidratul Muntaha [the Lote tree], so why are you leaving me now'?"

Hazrat Jibra’îl (A.S.) said, "Oh Prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw), if I move from this but even as much as one wing, because of the Radiance of Allâh's Nûr [light] all my 600 wings will burn and wither away. This is your Excellency and great merit that you are going ahead."

So prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) went forth. Allâh (swt) blessed him with his nearness until he was very close.

THE SECRET OF THIS VEIL IS UNTOLD AND UNTOLD IT SHALL REMAIN

It is said that prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) was given three gifts upon this occasion:

1. The ending ayahs of Surah Baqarah. 2. The good news of salvation to those of his Ummah who do not attest

polytheism. 3. The compulsory 5 times salâh.

With these he made his way back down, and met Sayyidina Hazrat Mûsa (A.S.) who questioned him, "What ordinance did you receive from that select place of audience?"

On hearing about the order of 50 times salâh, Sayyidina Hazrat Mûsa (A.S.) advised, "I have experienced a lot with Bani Isra’îl. Your Ummah will not be able to fulfil this. You must return and make a request."

Prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) returned and requested, "Oh my Lord, my Ummah is weak in body and mind, pray lighten our load."

The order was, "Ten salâh have been made less," So he returned, but Sayyidina Hazrat Mûsa (A.S.) questioned him again and advised him to request once more. This happened repeatedly till at last all that remained were 5 salâhs. Regarding these Allâh (swt) said: "They are 5 prayers but they are equal in reward to fifty, for my word does not change."

He returned to Sayyidina Hazrat Mûsa (A.S.) who advised, "Go back to your Lord, by Allâh I urged Bani Isra’îl to do less than that and even then they failed."

Yet this time prophet Hazrat Mohammed (A.S.)said, "I feel ashamed to go before my Lord again, and for disputing with Him."

Sayyidina Hazrat Mûsa (A.S.) said, "Then go down in the name of Allâh."

Thus, this was the end of a miraculous and fruitful journey, by the time prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) returned to Masjid-e-Haram Fajr had dawned.

The significance of the night of Mi'râj

The miraculous night journey of prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) provided him with additional proof to show to people that he had been sent by Allâh (swt). It would not have been possible to prove his prophethood to people by describing his trip into the heavens as it was something none had ever experienced before. It would have only sounded like a dream or some far-fetched story. But some of them had then been to Jerusalem and so accurate was prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) description of the Masjid Al-Aqsa and its surroundings in detail that would confirm his claims. Besides he also provided a description of a caravan and lost camel and all this proved beyond doubt that he was a Nabi of Allâh (swt)

Lessons learnt from Mi'râj

1. Salâh: The greatest pillar of Islam. Salâh was the first act of worship, which Allâh (swt) made compulsory on Muslims and it was the only one, which He ordered in Makkah. All the other pillars of Islam were made obligatory in Madinah, after the Hijrah. This pillar is so important that Allâh (swt) chose to ordain it when He spoke directly to prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) in the heavens.

2. To make a firm commitment not to miss a single salâh in one's life. 3. The Mi'râj of a believer is one's salât five times daily. In this way one can

be in contact with Allâh Ta’âla. 4. Not to delay in the performing of the salâh. 5. Males must read all their salâh with jamât.

Fasting

Learned scholars say it was not the practice of prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) to fast on the 27th of Rajab.

Du’â:

Allahuma bârik lanâ fiy Rajab wa ballaghinâ ilâ Ramadhân

["O Allâh bless us in the month of Rajab and Sha’bân and let us see the month of Ramadhân."]

Events of Rajab:-

• The Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) ascended to Heaven on the 27th of Rajab on either Sunday or Monday (Mi'raaj).

• The battle of Tabook took place in the year 9 A.H. This was the last battle which the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) participated.

• Hadhrat Bilal Ibn Haritha (R.A) brought a congregation of four hundred men named Banu Muzeena in the presence of the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw). They all embraced Islam and became followers of the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) in the year 5 A.H

• The second Oath of Aqabah took place in Rajab, 12 A.H.

• Chatti Sharif (Urs) Hazrat Khwaja Mu'inuddin Hassan Chisti (r.a) Ajmer Sharif. India

Life of Hazrat Khwaja Mu'inuddin Hassan Chisti (r.a) Ajmer Sharif. India in brief:

Born in the year 530 A.H. (1115 A.D.) (the date is also stated to be between the years 532 and 537 A.H.)

Born at Sanjar (also known as Sanjir), Isfahan, Iran and brought up in Khorasan.

Full name: Moinuddin Hasan

Title: When, on reaching Medina, he offered his respects to the Holy Prophet Muhammad, his salams and respects were acknowledged and he was awarded the title of "Qutbul Mashariq Barro wo Beha' (Lord of the spiritual health of the land and sea).

He is remembered and addressed by various other titles, e.g., Hind-ul-Wali (the Saint of India); Gharib Nawaz (The Patron of the Poor); Naib-e-Rasul Fil Hind (The Deputy of the Prophet, p.b.u.h. in India).

Chishti order: originated in Syria, the founder was Hazrat Khwaja Abu Ishaque Shami R.A. who moved to Chisht from Syria as commanded by his spiritual guide.

Haz. Abu Ishaque's disciples came to be known as Chishti, and so was Gharib Nawaz who brought new vigor and vitality to the Chishti order.

Father: Khwaja Ghyasuddin Hasan who died in Baghdad when Gharib Nawaz was 15 years of age. Was a great sufi scholar of his time among the sufis of Khorasan.

Ghaus-al-Azam (Haz. Abdul Qadir Gilani, r.a.) and Gharib Nawaz were related to each other both on the paternal and maternal side.

Early education: by his own father:At age nine (9), committed the Holy Quran to memory. Then, at a private school, concentrated on Hadith (Traditions of the Prophet) and Fiqh (jurisprudence -- Islamic Law) and in a short time acquired a fairly good knowledge.

From an early age he enjoyed the company of saints, mystics and dervishes. Meeting with a mystic named Haz. Ibrahim Qandoozi became a turning point in his life.

In the year 544 (A.H.), Ibrahim Qandoozi entered Gharib Nawaz's garden. He received great respect and hospitality from Moinuddin Hasan. With a hearty welcome and utmost courtesy, Gharib Nawaz presented him with a bunch of grapes. In return Haz. Ibrahim Qandoozi took out a piece of oil-cake and having chewed it, gave it to Gharib Nawaz. Upon eating it, Gharib Nawaz felt a great spiritual effect and change in himself, causing him to become disgusted with worldly, mundane affairs. He sold his inherited garden and the grinding stone and distributed it to the poor and the needy. Thus his travels began in search of Truth. Khwaja Gharib Nawaz had the occasion of meeting Ghausl Azam (Abdul Qadir Gilani, r.a.) twice: 1st time in 551 H. (1155 AD) when he was 21 years of age; 2nd time, 30 years later, when he was 51 years, in 581 AH (1185 AD).

Gharib Nawaz then left for Arabia. On his return in 554 AH (1159 AD), went to Haroon (also known as Harwan, Iran). He took initiation for the first time and thus became the disciple of Haz. Uthman Harooni. spent 2 years undertaking spiritual training, asceticism and acquiring spiritual attainments under the guidance of his master/shaikh was given permission to initiate disciples and was raised to the position of the spiritual successor of Haz. Uthman Harooni.

First visit to India, via Multan and Lahore: 10 Muhamam 561 A.H (Nov. 11,1165 AD). Spent two weeks at the tomb of Haz. Ali Hujweri (Data Ganj Baksh).

Returned to Baghdad, where in 562 AH took discipleship of Haz. Uthman Harooni, 2nd time.

Second visit to India via Multan, Lahore, Delhi to Ajmer, with 40 followers in 587 AH (1191 AD). Left Ajmer for Baghdad in 598 AH (1200 AD) where he stayed for some time.

Third visit to India -- returned from Balkh in 602 AH (1213 AD). Gharib Nawaz passed 22 years of his life in the company and service of his master/shaikh.

Death: On Monday, the 6th of Rajab, 627 AH (21st May, 1229 AD), Gharib Nawaz went into his chamber after night prayers and closed the door. He did not permit anyone to enter. All night long, the people outside heard a mystical sound coming from inside of his room. At the approach of dawn, the sounds stopped. Sensing that there was something unusual because the door remained closed at the time of morning prayers, his devotees opened the door and found him dead. On his forehead were written the words: "He was the beloved of God, and he died in the love of God."

His funeral prayer was led by his eldest son, Khwaja Fakhr-ud-Din Abul Khair, and the funeral was attended by a large number of people belonging to every religion, caste, creed, status or class.

He was buried in the same room where where he breathed his last.

His tomb in Ajmer is visited by large numbers of people, throughout the year, from every part of the world, every walk of life, religion, caste and creed; especially on the occasion of the anniversary/Urs which is celebrated with regal splendour. The Urs begins on the 1st of Rajab and ends on the 6th.

His wife's name was Bibi Ummat-Ullah. Three children were born out of this union: two sons -- Khwaja Fakhr-ud-Din and Khwaja Hissam-ud-Din -- and a daughter -- Bibi Hafiz Jamal.

He married a second time to Bibi Asmat-Ullah. Hazrat Khwaja Zia-ud-Din Abu Said was born out of this union.

27th Rajab the night of SHAB-e-MIRAJ Nafil namaz to be read after Isha namaz. 1 12 Rakats with 3 salaams (read in fours) In each Rakat after Surah Fateha read Surah Qadr 3 times After each salaam read LAILLAHA ILLULLA HU MALIKUL HAKUL MOBEEN 27 times Darood e Ibrahim 111 times

2 Read 2 Rakats. In each Rakat after Surah Fateha read Surah Nashra 1 time and Surah Ikhlas 3 times 3 Read 2 Rakats. In each Rakat after Surah Fateha read Surah Quraish 1 time 4 Read 10 Rakats with 5 salaams.

In each Rakat after Surah Fateha read any Surah. 5 Read 2 Rakats. In each Rakat after Surah Fateha read 4 Quls once each i.e. Surah Kafiroon, Surah Ikhlas, Surah Falaq and Surah nas. After salaam read Darood e Ibrahim 111 times After which make dua in Allah (swt) bargah making the beloved prophet Muhammad SAW the waseelah. On the blessed night of Shab-e-miraj where so ever there is a milaad ceremony one should attend. Going to tombs of pious saints, the reading of mirage nama (see below for miraj nama) on your own or amongst a gathering. Reading Darood and Salatun salaam and making dua for everyone’s well being hold immense blessing. Insha Allah. The prophet Mohammed SAW has said “the fast of the month of Rajab has high status, mostly the 27th roza which has immense blessing those who observe this fast will be protected from the punishment of the grave and hell”. To observe a fast for one day during the month of Rajab is like keeping 1000 fasts. MIRAJ NAMA Dono Alaam hai Noorul Ala Noor kyu Kaisi rehmat ki fiza aaj ki raat hai Yeh Musrat hai kis ki mulaqaat ki Eid ka din yeh aaj ki raat hai Dil bhale ho to dil uska majno bane Zulfe shab ghu mein roz uljhe Rahe chandni chand taro ki Chode hue Lailiye dil fiza aaj ki raat hai Tur choti ko aapni jhukne laga Chandni chand darso bichne laga Aarsh se Farsh tak jag magane laga Rashke Subha safe aaj ki raat hai

Farsh kauno maka main hai hum khawab kaun Yeh madni ka sona nahi hai rava Sonewalo ko aksar hai jagaana Jaaglo rat jaga aaj ki raat hai Who habib-e-khuda Saiyedul Mursaleen Khatamul Ambiya Saha-e-Duniya who Din Bazme Konain mein hoga Masnad nashi Jashne Mehraj ka aaj ki raat hai Tur pe rifate la makani kaha Lan tarani kaha mara hani kaha Jiska saaya nahi uska sani kaha Uska ek maujaza aaj ki raat hai Jaago jaago shehnshahe duniya-o-deen Utho utho zara la maka ke makhi Dekho dekho yeh hazir hai roohul ameen Rooh tum per fida aaj ki raat hai Naazre mein kabr mein hasher mein aye khuda Sakhtiya tangiya pursise jurm ka Zauk akhbar ko rehta hai inteha Fazal karma dua aaj ki raat hai

The holy month of Shaban

Sha'baan

Sha'baan is the eighth month of the Islamic Calendar.

Literal meaning: Sha'baan means to spread and distribute. During this month blessings descend and the provisions and sustenance of man is distributed.

Beginning of Sha'baan

Blessings are initiated and progressively escalate so that by mid-Sha'baan the blessings have reached a considerable amount and finally these blessings reach their peak by the end of Ramadan.

What is Sha'baan ?

Sha'baan is the month that comes between Rajab and Ramadhaan. There are many virtuous days with which Allah (swt) has blessed his prophet Mohammed (saw). He has promised us great reward for each and every virtuous deed, even if it be as small as removing something from a pathway that may trouble others.

Every day Allah (swt) through His love and mercy has allocated a specific time in which those who call unto Him are answered. He has set aside certain days in which mercy has no limits, to those who plead for it. From amongst the special times and days is the month of Sha'baan, in which each deed acted upon, is rewarded more generously by Allah (swt) than compared to any other day.

Why is Sha'baan important ?

In a Hadeeth Sayyidina Usama (r.d) reports that prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) said, "There is a month between Rajab and Ramadan called Sha'baan, people are very ignorant towards this month, even though the reward of each deed is greater within it and the deeds are presented to Allah (swt)." (Imam Baihaqi reports this hadeeth in his kitaab Shuab-ul-Imaan).

It has also been stated in the kitaab 'Daylami' that prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) proclaimed, "Sha'baan is my month." In another hadeeth Sayyedna Aa'isha (r.d.a) narrates that prophet Mohammed (saw) preferred to observe the fasts of Sha'baan thus uniting them with the fasts of Ramadan. From the above Ahaadeeth we learn the significance of Sha`ban and prophet Mohammed (saw) attachment to this blessed month.

This month should be spent preparing for Ramadan, by dong virtuous deeds, so that in Ramadan we undertake even more virtuous deeds. By then hopefully our religious duties would become habitual.

Events of Sha'baan

1. 'Laila-tul-Baraa'at' (Shab-e-Barat) (Night of forgiveness), the fifteenth night of Sha`ban.

2. 'Qibla', the direction to face in Salaat, was once again reverted to the Kabah in Makkah (after facing Bait-ul-Muqaddas in Jerusalem for a short period of time). This took place two years after Hijrah on the 15th of Sha'baan.

3. Fasting in the blessed month of Ramadan was made compulsory two years after Hijri on the 25th of Sha'baan

Virtue of the 15th night of Sha'baan

Allah (swt) descends to the lower heaven and turns with special mercy and forgiveness towards those who repent and seek forgiveness. Unlike any other night, wherein Allah (swt) descends during the latter part of the night, on the 15th night of Sha'baan, Allah (swt) descends to the lower heaven from sunset onwards.

Hazrat Anas [ibn Maalik] (r.d) once said: When asked about the most meritorious fasting, the prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) said: “Fasting in Sha’baan in honor of Ramadan.” Hazrat ‘Ubaidu’llaah ibn Qais once heard Sayyedina A’isha (r.d.a) say: “The dearest of months to Allaah’s Messenger (saw) was Sha’baan, which he would link to Ramadan.” According to Hazrat ‘Abdullaah (r.d), Allaah’s Messenger (saw) once said: Anyone who fasts on the last Monday of Sha’baan will be granted forgiveness. -meaning the last Monday that falls within it, not as the very last day of the month, for it is forbidden to anticipate the month [of Ramadan] by one or two days. Allah (swt) has said: Your Lord creates and chooses what He wills. “wa Rabbuka yakhluqu maa yashaa’u wa yakhtaar”. (Holy Qur’an, 28:68) Thus Allah (swt) has selected four out of each kind of thing, He has chosen one of the four: From among the Angels, He selected Gabriel [Jibriil], Michael [Miikaa’iil], Israafiil and ‘Azraa’iil, then He chose Gabriel from these four.

From all the Ambiyaa (Sallallahu alayhim ajma’een), the four He selected were Abraham, Moses, Jesus and Muhammad (Allaah bless them all, and give them peace), then of these He chose Muhammad (saw).

The four He selected from among the Companions (r.d) were Abuu Bakr, ‘Umar, ‘Uthmaan and ‘Ali, his preferred choice was Abu Bakr (r.d).

The four mosques: The Sanctuary Mosque [by the Ka’ba in Mecca], al-Aqsaa Mosque [in Jerusalem], the Mosque of Medina the Ennobled City, and the Mosque of Mount Sinai. Of these He chose the Sanctuary Mosque [al-Masjid al-Haraam].

The four days: The Day of Breaking Fast [Yawm al-Fitr], the Day of Sacrifice [Yawm al-Adhaa], the Day of ‘Arafa, and the Day of ‘Ashuuraa.’ Of these He then chose the Day of ‘Arafa.

The four nights: The Night of Absolution [Lailat al-Baraa’a], the Night of Power [Lailat al-Qadr], the Night of Friday Congregation [Lailat al-Jum’a], and the Night of the Festival [Lailat al-‘Id]. Of these He chose the Night of Power.

The four sites: Mecca, Medina, Jerusalem, and the Mosques of the Tribes [Masaajid al-‘Ashaa’ir]. Of these He chose Mecca.

The four mountains: Uhud, Sinai, Likaam, and Lebanon [Lubnaan]. Of these He chose Mount Sinai.

The four rivers: Jaihuun, Saihuun, the Euphrates [al-Furaat] and the Nile [an-Niil]. Of these He chose the Euphrates.

The four months: Rajab, Sha’baan, Ramadaan, and al-Muharram. Of these He chose the month of Sha’baan, and made it the prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) own month. So, just as the prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) is the most excellent of Ambiya, his month is the most excellent of months.

According to Abuu Huraira (r.d), the prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) once said: “Sha’baan is my month, Rajab is Allah (swt) month, and Ramadan is the month of my ummaha. Sha’baan is the expiator, while Ramadan is the purifier.”

According to Anas ibn Maalik (r.d), the prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) once said: “The excellence of Rajab over other months is like the excellence of the Qur’aan over all other speech, while the excellence of Sha’baan over other months is like my excellence over the rest of the Prophets, and the excellence of Ramadan over other months is like the excellence of Allah (swt) over all His creatures.” Anas ibn Maalik (r.d) is also reported as having said: “When the Companions of the prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) beheld the new moon of Sha’baan, they

would immerse themselves in reading their copies of the Qur’aan. The Muslims would pay the alms-due [zakaat] assessed on their wealth, thereby providing the means for the weak and the poor to fortify themselves in preparation for the fasting of the month of Ramadan. The governors would summon the prison inmates, to carry out the sentence on those convicted of major offences under Islamic law, and to set the rest free. Businessmen would set about paying their debts and collecting their dues. Then, when they beheld the new moon of Ramadan, they would bathe themselves and devote themselves to worship.”

On the meanings of the five Arabic letters of the word Sha’baan.

The word Sha’baan [in the Arabic script] is spelled with five letters: shiin, ‘ain, baa’, alif and nuun. The shiin stands for sharaf [nobility], the ‘ain for ‘uluww [sublimity], the baa’ for birr [piety], the alif for ulfa [harmonious intimacy], and the nuun for nuur [radiant light].

These are the gifts from Allah (swt) to His servant in this month. It is a month in which treasures are laid open, in which blessings are sent down, in which faults are forsworn, in which sins are expiated, and in which benedictions are multiplied upon prophet Hazrat Mohammad (saw), the best of human creatures.

This is the month of blessings upon the Chosen Prophet. Allah (swt) has said, “Inna ‘llaaha wa malaa’ikata-hu yusalluuna ‘ala ‘n-Nabiyy: yaa ayyuha ‘lladhiina aamanuu salluu ’alai-hi wa sallimuu tasliimaa”. (Allah and His angels shower blessings on the Prophet. O you who believe invoke blessings upon him and salute him with a worthy salutation.) (Holy Qur'aan 33:56)

“The blessing of the Lord (Blessed and Exalted is He) upon His prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) is the enhancement of respect. The blessing of the angels upon him (saw) is the display of gracious favor. The blessing of his ummah upon him (saw) is the request for intercession.” As he himself (The Holy Last Messenger, (saw) has told us: “When someone pronounces a single blessing on me, Allaah blesses him ten times.” Far from being negligent during this month, therefore, every conscientious believer is obliged to exert himself in preparation for the coming month of Ramadan, using the days that remain to get clear of sins and repent those committed in the past. One should beseech Allah (swt) in the month of Sha’baan. One should appeal to Allaah (Exalted is He) through the owner of the month, prophet Hazrat Mohammad (saw), until the corruption of one’s heart is corrected, and the sickness of one’s inner being is cured.

This must be done without delay and not put off until tomorrow, for the days are three: yesterday, which is a date in history [ajal]; today, which is a time for action [’amal]; and tomorrow, which is a hopeful expectation [amal], for whether you will

get there or not is beyond your ken. Thus yesterday is a caution, today is an opportunity, and tomorrow is a risk.

The months are likewise three: Rajab, now past and gone beyond return; Ramadan, awaiting in a future you may not live to see; and in between we have Sha’baan, so let us seize this opportunity for worshipful devotion.

The prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) once said to ‘Abdu’llaah ibn ‘Umar ibn al-Khattaab (r.d) by way of stern advice:

Make the most of five before five: youth before old age; health before sickness; wealth before poverty; ease before business, and life before death. Prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) has said “On this day the angles come to the earth and Rehmat-e-illahi is spread to those who remembered Allah (swt)”. On this night those who remembered Allah (swt) their status will be raised high and Allah (swt) will forgive them of all sins. Prophet Mohammed (saw) said “Those amongst us who are alive at the time of Shab-e-Barat and prays to Allah (swt) then he will be blessed for his prayer till the Day of Judgment and it will be written in their graves” Allah (swt) says on this day if anyone says O Allah (swt) forgive me then he will be forgiven, if anyone says O Allah (swt) please give me health then he will be given the best health, if any poor person ask to be removed from his poverty then Allah (swt) will give him wealth. On this blessed night one must take a bath (ghusal), wear nice clothes, put nice perfume (attar), put surma in your eyes for prayer, do miswak, go to the grave yards give Fateha, charity, pray for the deceased, look after the ill people, read tahajjud namaz, read Darood sharif, salat-o-salaam and nafil namaz as much as possible.

What to do on Laylatul Baraa'ah (I5th night of Sha'baan)

As much time as possible should be spent in nafl salaah and reciting of the Qur'aan.

On one occasion Khatoon-e-jannat Hazrat Fatema (r.d.a) said, “I won’t step into jannah until i won’t take the people who had offer namaz on this night”

Sher-e-Khuda Maula Hazrat Ali (r.d) has said, “ who pray in this night will be relieved from all problem, 1000 angels will pray for him for his jannah”

Prophet Mohammed (saw) has said, “ A person who read Darood Sharif 3000 times and bless me I will assure his forgiveness on the day of judgment”

Nafil Namaz On the 15th of Shaban at the time between Asr and Magrib read 40 times La hola wala kuwata illabilhil aliyul azim After Namaze Magrib read 6 rakat nafil namaz with 3 salams (3x2)

1. 2 rakat nafil namaz with intention (niyat) of Daraze Umar (Long life) 2. 2 rakat nafil namaz with intention (niyat) of Dafa-e-Bala (rid of all

problems) 3. 2 rakat nafil namaz with intention (niyat) of Rozi mein Barkat and Maklooq

ka mahutaj na hona (prosperity in work, wealth and not to be depended on any human being)

In the above namaz in each rakat after Surah Fateha read Surah Ikhlas 11 times After every 2 rakats read Surah Yaseen and Nisfe Shaban once each

Nisfe Shaban

Allahumma Yaa Dhal manni walaa yumannu `alayh

Yaa dhal Jalaali wa'l iIkraam

Yaa dhal-Tawli wa'l iIn'aam

Laa Ilaaha illa anta

Zahru'l laaje'en wa Jaaru'l mustajeereen wa Amaanu'l khaa’ifeen

Allahumma in kunta katabtanee `indaka fee Ummil Kitabi

shaqiyyan aw mahruman aw matrudan aw muqattaran `alayya fir-rizqi

famh'ullahumma bi-fadlika

shaqaawati wa hirmaani wa tardi waqtitaara rizqee

wathbitnee 'indaka fee Ummil Kitabi

sa`eedan marzuqan muwaffaqan lil-khayraati

fa innaka qulta wa qawluk al-haqq

fee kitabikal muzal `alaa lisaani Nabiyyikal mursal

<<yamhullahu maa yashaa'u wa yuthbit

wa 'indahu Ummul Kitab>>

Ilaahi bit-tajalli'l A'dham

fee laylatin-nisfi min shahri sha`ban al-mukarram

allatee yufraqu feehaa kullu amrin hakeemin wa yubram

an takshifa `annaa min al-balaa'i wal-balwaa'i

maa na`lamu wa maa laa na`lam

wa anta bihi a`lam

Innaka antal-a`azz ul-akram

wa sallallahu ta`ala `alaa Sayyidina Muhammad-in

Wa `alaa Aalihi wa Ashaabihi wa sallam

Wal-hamdu lillahi Rabbil-'aalameen

Ameen Ya Allah

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Nisfe Shaban - English

O Allah! You shower favours on everyone

And no one can do You any favour.

O the Possessor of Majesty and Honour,

O the Distributor of bounty and rewards,

There is no one worthy of worship except You.

You help the fallen

And provide refuge to the refugees

And give peace to those who are in fear.

O Allah! If in the Mother of All Books that is with You

You have written me down as someone who is

Doubtful of achieving salvation, or deprived,

Or rejected or without enough sustenance,

Then, O Allah, with Your Grace

Remove all of these misfortunes from me

and in the Mother of All Books that is with You,

establish me as someone who is

blessed, with abundant provision and charitable good deeds.

Indeed, what You said in The Book You sent

Through the tongue of Your Blessed Prophet is true

That Allah changes and establishes what He wants

And with Him is the Mother of All Books.

O My Lord! For the sake of Your Divine Manifestation

On this fifteenth night of the blessed month of Sha'ban

In which You issue all Wise and Irrevocable Decrees

Remove from us all calamities and hardships,

those that we know about as well as those that we don't,

while You know everything.

Truly, You are the Most Powerful, Most Generous.

And may Allah the Exalted shower blessings and peace on

Sayyidina Muhammad, and on his family and his companions

And all praise is for Allah, Lord of the worlds.

Amen O Allah After Isha take a bath (ghusal) with intention of prayer then read 2 rakats nafil namaz tahiyatul wadu, even if ghusal is not done read tahiyatul wadu in each rakat read Surah Fateha once, Ayatal Kursi once and Surah Ikhlas 3 times. Then read the following nafil namaz:

1. 2 rakat nafil namaz of Shabe-e-barat in each rakat after Surah Fateha read Ayatal Kursi 1 time and Surah Ikhlas 15 times After 2 rakat read Darood Sharif 100 times for enhancement in employment.

2. 8 rakats nafil namaz of Shab-e-Barat with four salaam (2 rakat each 4 times) in each rakat after Surah Fateha read Surah Qadr 1 time and Surah Ikhlas 25 times.

3. 8 rakats nafil namaz of Shab-e-Barat with four salaams (2 rakat each 4

times) in each rakat after Surah Fateha read Surah Ikhlas 10 times.

4. 14 rakats nafil namaz of Shab-e-Barat with seven salaam (2 rakat each 7

times) in each rakat after Surah Fateha read Surah Kaffiron, Surah Ikhlas, Surah falak and Surah Naas 1 time each (4 Quls). After every 2 rakats read Ayatal Kursi 1 time and Istekfar 101 times.

5. 8 rakats nafil namaz for the blessing of Bibi Fatehma-tuz –Zohra (r.a) (salate Fatehma-tuz Zohra) with one salam (8 rakat 1 time) in each rakat after Surah Fateha read Surah Ikhlas 11 times.

After namaz by making prophet Mohammed (saw), Bibi Fatehma-tuz-Zohra (r.a.) and all blessed saints the waseelah (link) make dua to Allah (swt). Allah (swt) will give you prosperity in your work, a long life, protect you from evil (Shaytan) and any problem and a good health Insha Allah. Ameen.

The holy month of Ramadan

Ramadan Is the ninth month of the Islamic Calendar.

The word Ramadan is derived from the arabic word 'al-Ramz' which signifies "to burn." Ramadan burns the sins of the one who fasts in it, and who engages in pious deeds in abundance. This helps to burn the sins, hence the name given to this month is Ramadan.

This important holy month begins with the sighting of the new moon after which all physically mature and healthy Muslim's are obliged to abstain from all food, drink and tobacco between dawn and sunset. However, that is merely the physical component of the fast; the spiritual aspects of the fast include refraining from gossiping, lying, slandering and all traits of bad character. All obscene and irreligious sights and sounds are to be avoided. Purity of thought and action is paramount. Ordained in the Noble Quran, the fast is an exacting act of deeply personal worship in which Muslims seek a raised level of God-consciousness. The act of fasting redirects the hearts away from worldly activities, towards The Divine.

The month of Ramadan is a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, doing good deeds and spending time with family and friends. The fasting is intended to help teach Muslims self-discipline, self-restraint and generosity. It also reminds them of the suffering of the poor, who may rarely get to eat well. It is common to have one meal (known as the Suhoor), Sehri just before sunrise and another (known as the Iftar), directly after sunset. This meal will commonly consist of dates, following the example of the Beloved Prophet Muhammad, Salla Allahu Alayhi wa Sallam. Because Ramadan is a time to spend with friends and family, the fast will often be broken by different Muslim families coming together to share in an evening meal. The month of Ramadan is a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, doing good deeds and spending time with family and friends. The fasting is intended to help teach Muslims self-discipline, self-restraint and generosity. It also reminds them of the suffering of the poor, who may rarely get to eat well. It is common to have one meal (known as the Suhoor), Sehri just before sunrise and another (known as the Iftar), directly after sunset. This meal will commonly consist of dates, following the example of the Beloved Prophet Muhammad, Salla Allahu Alayhi wa Sallam. Because Ramadan is a time to spend with friends and family, the fast will often be broken by different Muslim families coming together to share in an evening meal.

Virtues of Ramadan

The Beloved Prophet Salla Allahu Alayhi wa Sallam delivered a thought provoking sermon on the last day of Sha'baan in which he said : " Oh Believers ! Be alert ! An auspicious month is about to dawn upon you , whose greatness and sanctity is not easy to comprehend. There comes to you a magnificent month, a blessed month, a month wherein is a night (Laylat al-Qadr) which is better than thousand months. Almighty Allah has made it's Fast's compulsory upon you, and the standing in its nights (Tarraweeh) a means of obtaining countless blessing's. Whoever sincerely makes an effort to seek the nearness of Allah in it, is like a person who has offered seventy obligatory deeds in other months. It is a month of patience, and the rerward of patience is Paradise. It is a month to show compassion to others. In it sustenance is increased. In this month the doors of Paradise are opened and the doors of Hell are barred (shut). Fasting is a shield against the fire of Hell. Hence it is important for the one who is fasting to abstain from uttering anything shameful or doing anything based on ignorance. If anyone tries to enter into a quarrel with him or swears him he should twice say " I am fasting. "

The Beloved Prophet Salla Allahu Alayhi wa Sallam further said : "I swear on Him in whose Hands is my life ! The breath emanating from the mouth of the observer of fasts is more beloved to Allah than the fragrance of musk. The observer of fasts abstains from eating and drinking, and from all sensual pleasures for My (Allah's) sake. Fasting is for Me and I alone shall give its rewards. "

Facts about Fasting

After Namaaz and Zakaat became obligatory, Fasting in the month of Ramadan became obligatory on the 10th of Sha'baan in the second year of Hijra. In accordance with Shariah (Islamic Law), fasting is abstention from eating, drinking and all forms of sensual pleasures from before true dawn until sunset with the sincere intention of doing it as an act of worship. For a woman it is a pre-requisite to be out of menstruation (Haiz) and bleeding after child birth (Nifaas). A woman will have to fast for the days she missed while in Haiz or Nifaas.

When fasting in the blessed month of Ramadan it is incumbent upon its observer that he should not merely abstain from eating, drinking and sexual relations, but he must not indulge in any sinful activity through speech, action, trade and other daily routine. This is made clear by the Quranic injunction: " So that you may become pious " (2: v183). While in the state of fasting a person must not move his hands or feet towards any evil activity. He should not utter anything vulgar, back-bite, swear etc. nor should he allow his ears to hear such obscenities. His eyes too should not fall on anything which is religiously made unlawful. Instead, we must make every effort to become a practical example of piety. If one fasts strictly by observing the above restrictions and conditions, then only will he be able to inculate in himself piety at the end of Ramadan.

Moon Sighting

Islam has given great credance for sighting of the new moon which should be proven without any shadow of a doubt, or related by witnesses satisfying religious conditions for it. The testimony of sighting the new moon should be presented to the Muslim Judge (Qadi) or if it is not a Muslim ruled country then to the authoritative Alim (learned person) of the town. If the moon is not sighted on the 29th of Sha'baan then 30 days of Sha'baan should be completed. Likewise, if the new moon is not visible on the 29th of Ramadan, and no religiously reliable news about it is obtained, 30 days of Ramadan should be completed and then Eid al-Fitr should be celebrated. However, it is sinful to fast when in doubt.

Great events that took place in Ramadaan:-

• Sayyidina Hazrat Hasan (R.A.), the grandson of the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) was born in this month on the 15th of Ramadhaan, three years after Hijrah.

• On the 27th night of Ramadaan the Qur'an was revealed from the "Lauhe Mahfooz" (on the seventh sky) to the first of the skies.

• The first Battle in the Islamic History, "BATTLE OF BADR" took place on the 12th of Ramadhaan 2 A.H.

• Victory of Makkah took place in the year 8 A.H, entering Makkah on the 18th of Ramadhaan.

• Sayyidina Ghaus-e-Azam Pirane Pir Dastagir Hazrat Shaikh Abdul Qadir Jillani (r.d) was born on 1st of Ramdhan 471 A.H

Deaths in Ramadhaan:-

• Amongst the daughters of the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) Sayyida Hazrat Ruqayyah (R.A) passed away at the young age of 23, 2 A.H when the prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) was engaged in the "Battle of Badr".

• Amongst the wives of the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) Sayyida Hazrat Khadijah (R.A) departed from this world on the 11th of Ramadhan 10 (A.H.) after the prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) acquired prophecy.

• Sayyidina Hadrat Abbas (R.A.) the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) uncle passed away on a Friday 12th Ramadhaan 32 (A.H) at the age of 88

• Sher-e-Khuda Sayyidina Hadrat Maula Ali (R.A.) the prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) son-in-law departed from this world on Friday 21st Ramadhaan, age 57, 40 A.H.

• Hadhrat Saffiyah (R.A.) took leave from this world in 50 (A.H.), aged 60 years.

• Sayyida Hadhrat Aa'ishah (R.A.) was 65 years old when she departed in the year 58 A.H.

The night of Shab-e-Qadr Shab-e-Qadr is amongst the special nights of Ramadan the last 10 nights. Most ullemas have said it is on the 27th of Ramadan on this night for few reasons it has been given more importance:

1. On this night Allah (swt) gives his blessing to mankind with special attention

2. On this night the angles come on to earth to meet those in prayer and by doing such the prayer have more meaning and enjoyment which is not done on other nights

3. The holy Quran was given to us on this night 4. The angles were made on this night 5. On this night gardens were made in paradise

Prayer on this night is much better then prayer for every night for 1000 months. Allah (swt) has said “Laylatul Qadr min alfi shaher” on this night to read nafil namaz, Quran, Tasbee and Istekfar. On the night of Shab-e-Qadr read as much namaz as possible and pray for all mankind. Nafil Namaz for Shab-e-Qadr

• 4 rakat nafil namaz with 1 salaam in every rakats after Surah Fateha read Surah Ikhlas 3 times (Reading the above namaz will make death easy and the person will be

free from the punishment of the grave)

• 2 rakats nafil namaz in every rakat after Surah Fateha read Surah Ikhlas 7 times after salaam read Istekfar 7 times without moving, by doing so Allah (swt) shower of blessings will start on them and their parents.

• 4 rakats nafil namaz with 1 salaam in every rakats after Surah Fateha read Surah Ikhlas 27 times (Reading the above namaz will make the person free from all sin as he

were to be born that very day and Allah (swt) will give 1000 palaces in heaven)

• 2 rakats nafil namaz with 1 salaam in every rakat after Surah Fateha read Surah Qadr 3 times and Surah Ikhlas 50 times (Who ever reads the above namaz Allah (swt) will accept his prayer)

• 4 rakats nafil namaz with 1 salaam in every rakat after Surah Fateha read Surah Qadr 3 times and Surah Ikhlas 50 times

After above namaz go to sajda position and read 3rd kalima till walla-hu-akbar 1time, make dua and Allah (swt) will grant all wishes and bless the person Insha Allah. Ameen.

Duas to be read in the month of Ramadhan: Du’a to recite upon sighting the New Moon: Allahumma ahillahu alaina bil yumni wal eimane was salaamati wal islame

wattaufeeqa lema tuhhibu wa tardha rabbi wa rabbukal lahu

“O’Allah let this new moon appear unto us with good luck and prosperity, with faith, with safety and with Islam and with hope of success to do deeds which my

lord and your (moon’s) lord like’s and approves” Du’a to recite on beholding The Moon:

Aoozobillahe min sharre haazal ghaasiqe “I seek refuge in Allah from the evil of this darkness"

Niyyat : Intention for fasting The time for the intention (Niyyat) for fasting begins anytime after sunset until midday. Intention is obligatory and it is Sunnat to recite it verbally each day. Even if the intention is made before midday the fast will be valid. Recite Durood Shareef before and after making the intention

Wa-be Sawme Ghadin Nu-Wei Tu Min Shah re-Ramadan. " I have intended the fast of the month of Ramadan for tomorrow."

" I have made the intention of obligatory fast for this day of Ramadan for the sole

pleasure of Allah Almighty." Niyyat : Intention for breaking fasting (Iftaar): To make haste in breaking the fast is Sunnat and a means of obtaining blessing from Allah Almighty. One should break ones fast when one thinks the sun has set. However, one must not be too hasty on an overcast day. Iftaar should be made before performing Maghrib Salah. Iftaar should be made with dates and if this is not available, with water. After Iftaar one should not waste unnecessary time eating and delay the Maghrib Salah. Men should not miss the Jama'at (congregation) because of eating.

Allah Humma inni Laka Soom-Tu wah Bikka aa-Mantu wa-Ilayka Tawak' Kalto,

Wah Ala Rizke-Ka Af-Tar-tu Fahtaqab al-Minnee

"Oh Allah I have fasted for You, believed & relied on You and with your sustenance i break it. Therefore forgive me my past and future sins."

Du’a to recite after breaking (iftaar) fast:

Zahabazzamao wabtallatil urooqu wa sabatal ajro insha allahu taa’la “No more was the thirst, moistened were the veins, and the reward became due, the lord so willed” Tarawee (Ramdhan) night (Sunnat) prayers: After every four rakats during tarawee it is mustahab (desirable) to sit for a durationto recite this tasbeeh (Du’a):

" Subhaana Dhil-Mulke w'al-Ma'lakoot, Subhaana Dhil-izate w'al-Azamate w'al-Haybate w'al-Qudrate w'al-Kibriyaa-ai w'al-Jaba'root,

Subhaa'nal ma-li-kil Hayyil'Ladhi La'Yanaa-mu Wa'la yamootu Subbu Hun Quddu-sun Rab'onaa wa-Rabbul ma-'Laa'-i-kati War'ruh, Alla-Humma

A'Jirnaa Mi'Nan'naar, Yaa Mujeero Ya Mujeero Ya Mujeer. " All Glory and Perfection belong to Allah and free is He (from all defects), the Sovereign of the Seen and the Unseen Kingdom. All Glory and Perfection is due to Allah and free is the Lord's Might, Greatness, Reverence, Power, Majesty and Omnipotence from all defects. All Glory and Perfection belong to Him and Free is He the Sovereign who does not sleep neither die from all defects. He is verily the all Gracious and the most Holy, the all perfect, the Lord of the Spirit and Angels. " If one is unable to recite the above then he should glorify Allah Almighty, recite Durood Shareef and offer a du'a.

The holy month of Shawwal Shawwal Is the tenth month of the Islamic Calendar. Meaning of the word Shawwaal:- Uplift/breakage. Before Islam, Arabs believed that any marriage held in Shawwaal would always turn out to be unsuccessful. Hence, the month deprived the above metioned meanings, however the superstitious belief was later abolished.

The month Shawwaal:- From the months of Hajj, Shawwaal is the first of them. The first day of Shawwaal is Eid-Ul-Fitr and also the day when sins are forgiven.

Six fasts of Shawwaal:- In the month of Shawwaal it is Sunnah to keep six fasts, as narrated in the following Hadeeth by Abu Ayyub Ansari (R.A) that the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) has said, "If one throughout his life keeps the fasts of Ramadhaan and keeps six consecutive fasts in Shawwaal it will be as though he has kept a whole life time of fasts, and if one keeps the six consecutive fasts for one Shawwaal month it will be as though he has observed fast all year round." (Muslim)

Events in Shawwal

• Sayyidina Hazrat Aa'ishah Siddiqah (r.d.a) was born in Shawwaal four years after Prophethood which is nine years before Hijrah.

• Sayyidina Hazrat Aa'ishah Siddiqah (r.d.a) was married in this month ten years after Prophethood which is three years before Hijrah

• The fight between Banu Qaynaqaa took place between the battle of Badr and Uhud (Shawwaal 2 A.H. after Hijrah)

• The battle of Uhud also took place in Shawwaal, three years after Hijrah.

• Hadhrat Hussain (r.d) th e Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) grandson was born in the month of Shawwaal four years after Hijrah.

• The Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) married Hadhrat Umme Salamah (R.A.) in Shawwaal in the fourth year after Hijrah.

• Sayyidina Hazrat Aa'ishah Siddiqah's (r.d.a) mother passed away in 5 A.H.

• The Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) uncle Abu Talib departed from this world during the middle of Shawwaal in the year 5 A.H.

• Imam Bukhari (r.a) was born on a Friday of Shawwaal in the year 194 A.H.

Blessed month of Shawwal

• Beginning of the Ashur-ul-Hajj

• Eid-ul-fitr

• The Night Preceding 'Eid-ul-Fitr'

• Before Going to Eid Prayer

• Sadaqat-ul-fitr

• The 'Eid Prayer

• How to Perform Eid Prayer

• Khutbah: The Address of 'Eid-ul-fitr

• Six Fasts in the Month of Shawwal

Shawwal is the first of the three months named as "Ashhur al-Hajj" (i.e. the months of Hajj). Although the major acts of Hajj are normally performed in the first ten days of Zulhijjah, yet the whole period starting from the first of Shawwal up to the 10th of Zulhijjah is held to be the period of Hajj because some acts of Hajj can be performed any time during this period. For example, the Tawaf-ul-qudum, followed by the Sai' of Hajj cannot be performed before Shawwal, while it can be performed any day after the beginning of Shawwal. Similarly, an 'Umrah performed before Shawwal cannot be treated as the 'Umrah of Tamattu: while the 'Umrah performed in Shawwal can be affiliated to the Hajj, making it a Hajj of Tamattu: Moreover, ihram of Hajj should not be started before Shawwal, because it makruh.

Important Dates

• Eid al-Fitr on 1st of Shawwal

• Nikah ; Bibi Hadrat Ayesha Siddeeqa (r.d.a) on 4th of Shawwal

• Urs of Hadrat Khawaja Usman Harooni, Makkah Shareef on 6th of Shawwal

• Battle of Uhud on 6th Shawwal 3 Hijri

• Battle of Hunain on 7th Shawwal 8 Hijri

• Urs of Hadrat Owais al-Qarani on 9th of Shawwal

• Martyrdom of Hadrat Amir Hamza, Madinah Shareef on 14th of Shawwal

• Battle of Khandaq on 15th Shawwal 5th Hijri

The holy month of Dhual Qad’ah Dhual Qad’ah Dhul Qa'dah is the elevent month of the Islamic Calendar It is a month amongst the months of Hajj. It is the first among the four sacred months (Ash'hurul Hurum). Qa'dah means to rest. The Arabs used to stop fighting when this month set in and stayed home. This is from among the sacred months. However, no specific rules are prescribed for this month, except for those persons performing Hajj and are in the Sacred City of Makkah Mukkaramah and are required to follow the Rules of Hajj.

The holy month Dhul Haj Dhul Haj The last month of the Islamic Calendar

Meaning of the word Dul Haj:- The month of "Hajj" (Pilgrimage)

About the month of Dul Haj:- The fifth pillar of Islam "Hajj" is performed in this sacred month. The first ten days of Zul-Hijjah are the most virtuous days in this whole month, Hajj is performed amongst these ten days.

The month of Dhul-Hijjah is indeed a month of tremendous virtues and blessings. The First Ten Days of this month are especially significant and are among the most magnificent days in the Islamic calendar.

Hazrat Abu Haraira (r.a) reports from the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw): "Amongst all days there are none better to engage in sole worship of Allah than in the ten days of Dhul Haj, To observe a fast on any of these days is equivalent to fasting throughout the year, to actively engage in prayer and worship throughout any of these nights holds such rewarding values levelling with "night of power" (Laylatul-Qadr) "Tirmizi"

It has been stated in the Holy Qur'an: "By the dawn; By the ten nights (ie. the first ten days of the month of Dhul Haj), and by the even and the odd (of all the creations of Allah) and by night when it departs. There is indeed in them (the above oaths) suffcient proofs for men of understanding.

Hazrat Abu Qataadah (r.a) reports in a part narration from the Holy prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw) concerning the fast observed on the day of Arafaat: "I have full confidence in Allah for the one who observes a fast on the day of Arafaat that his previous year's sins and the proceeding year's sins are forgiven." (Muslim)

Events of Dhul Haj

• The prophet Hazrat Mohammed (saw): performed the farewell Hajj and gave the historic sermon known as the "Farewell Sermon"

• Egypt was conquered by the army sent by Hadhart Umar (R.A.)

• Uthmaan (R.A.) was appointed the third Caliph

• Also "Bay'ate-Aqabah" took place

Matrimonies within Dhul Haj

• Sayyida Hazrat Fatimah (r.d.a) was married in this holy month to the fourth Caliph Sayyidina Hazhrat Ali (r.d)

Deaths in Dhul Haj

Two famous deaths took place in this month:

• Second Caliph Amir al-Mu'mineen Hadrat Umar Farooq (r.d) met martydom- 28th of Dhul Haj 26 A.H.

• Third Caliph Hadrat Uthman Ghani ZunNoorain (r.d) was martyred- 15th Dhul Haj 35 A.H.

Important Dates

• Urs of Hadrat Abd al-Razzaq Noor al-Ayn, Kicchocha Shareef on 7th Dhul Haj

• Yaum-e-Arafah - Day of Hajj on 9th Dhul Haj

• Eid al-Adha and Yaum-an-Nahar (Day of Sacrifice)on 10th Dhul Haj