Al-Maktab

Volume 10, Issue 1

Rabius Saani 1433 / March 2012

T a ’ l i m i B o a r d ( K Z N )

Every Nabi of Allah Ta’ala had a group of followers who helped him spread the message of Allah Ta’ala. After the Nabi passed away, these followers continued with his effort and spread his teachings to others. In this manner, people would continue worshipping Allah Ta’ala and followed the teachings of their Nabi.

Similarly, our beloved Nabi Hadhrat Muhammad [sallallhu alayhi wasallam] also had a group of followers who sat in his company, learnt from him and obeyed his every command. These people are known as The Sahaabah . They totalled over a hundred thousand.

The Sahaabah are the most excellent people in this ummah. They are regarded to be the greatest of people after the Ambiyaa (AS). The most excellent amongst the Sahaabah are the Khulafaa-e-Raashideen. Their rank is according to the sequence of their khilaafat (leadership).

1. Hadhrat Abu Bakr (Radhi Allahu Anhu).

2. Hadhrat U’mar (Radhi Allahu Anhu).

3. Hadhrat U’smaan (Radhi Allahu Anhu).

4. Hadhrat A’li (Radhi Allahu Anhu).

All the Awliyaa (pious people) put together cannot collectively equal the rank of a single Sahaabi (companion of Rasulullah [sallalahu alayhi wasallam]).

The world learnt Deen, The Qur-aan and The Sunnah of Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) from The Sahaabah (Radhi Allahu Anhum).

It is COMPULSORY to SHOW RESPECT to ALL the Sahaabah (Radhi Allahu Anhum) and to refrain from speaking ill of them and criticising them.

Any person who speaks ill of any Sahaabi is a great sinner. There is a fear that such a person will lose his Imaan.

Respect for the Sahaabah Our unbroken link to Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) and the beautiful teachings of Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) is via the illustrious Sahaabah (Radi Allahu Anhum). They are the direct students of Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam). Every aspect of the life of Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) has been recorded and preserved by his chosen students. Allah Ta’ala had selected the Sahaabah (RA) to be the dedicated companions of Rasulullah [sallallahu alayhi wasallam]. If it was not for the Sahaabah (Radi Allahu Anhum), the Deen of Allah Ta’ala would have not reached us.

Our Imaan demands that we respect Allah Ta’ala, we respect Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) and we show respect to the companions of Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam). In order for us to derive full benefit from our Deen, we need to respect, love and have full confidence in the Sahaabah (Radi Allahu Anhum).

Love for the Sahaabah

Each one of the Sahaabah (RA) is a guiding star for mankind up to the day of Qiyaamah. Each Sahaabi (Radi Allahu Anhu) is actually an example of Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam). Our love for the Sa-haabah (Radi Allahu Anhum) is a proof of our love for Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam). Our respect for the Sahaabah (Radi Allahu Anhum) is an indica-tion of our respect for Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasal-lam). It is impossible for a true Muslim to love and respect Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) and at the same time hate and disrespect the Sahaabah (Radi Allahu Anhum).

Hadhrat Salamah ibnul Akwa’a (RA) Ghabah was a small village about four or five miles from Madinah Munawwarah. Nabi's [sallallahu alayhi wasallam] camels were sent to that place for grazing. Abdur Rahmaan Fazari, with the help of a few disbelievers, killed the person looking after the camels and stole them all. The robbers were riding their horses and all of them were armed. Salamah bin Akwah (RA) was going on foot in the morning with his bow and arrows when he saw the robbers. Although he was only a boy, he ran very fast. It is said that he could beat the fastest Arab horse in a race. He was also a very good archer (expert with the bow and arrow).

As soon as he saw the robbers, he climbed up a hill and shouted towards Madinah Munawwarah, calling for help. He chased the robbers and on approaching them, shot arrows one after the other. He did this so quickly that the robbers assumed that they were being chased by a large number of people. If any of the robbers happened to turn his horse towards him, he hid behind a tree and shot the animal with his arrow. The robbers at once ran off at full speed to escape being captured.

Salamah (RA) says: "I kept on chasing the robbers until all the camels taken away by them were behind me. While escaping they left behind 30 spears and 30 sheets of cloth of their own. Meanwhile, Uyainah bin Hisn (another robber) and his party arrived to help the robbers. They had come to know that I was all alone. They now chased me in large numbers and I was forced to climb up a hill. As they were about to approach me, I shouted, 'Stop. First listen to me. Do you know who am I? I am Ibnul Akwah. By Him who has given glory to Muhammad [salllallahu alayhi wasallam], if anyone of you chases me, he cannot catch me. On the other hand, if I run after any one of you he cannot escape me.' I kept on talking to them in this manner to fool them till, I thought, help would reach me from Madinah Munawwarah. I looked anxiously through the trees, as I talked to them when at last I noticed a group of riders headed by Akhram Asadi (RA) coming towards me. As Akhram (RA) approached the robbers, he attacked Abdur Rahmaan and cut one leg of his horse. As Abdur Rahmaan fell down from his horse, he attacked Akhram and killed him. Abu Qatadah (RA) had meanwhile arrived. In the fighting that took place, Abdur Rahmaan lost his life and Abu Qatadah lost his horse.”

It is written in some books of history that, when Akhram was going to attack Abdur Rahmaan, Salamah (RA) advised him to wait till the rest of his people had joined him but he did not wait, saying: "I wish to die in the path of Allah Ta’ala."

He was the only person killed from among the Muslims. The robbers lost a good number of their men. More help reached the Muslims and the robbers fled. Salamah (RA) asked Nabi [sallallahu alayhi wasallam] to permit him to chase them saying: "O, Nabi of Allah! Let me have one hundred men, I shall teach them all a lesson."

Nabi [sallalahu alayhi wasallam] said: "No. They would have reached their homes by now."

Most of the historians say that Salamah (RA) was about 12 or 13 years old at that time. Look, a boy of such a small age was able to chase so many robbers single-handed. He recovered all the stolen goods and also took a great amount of booty from them. This was the result of Imaan and Ikhlaas, which Allah Ta’ala had filled in the hearts of those blessed people.

1. Hadhrat Abu Bakr (RA) Rasulullah b said to Hadhrat Abu Bakr (RA);

“You will be the first person from my Ummah to enter Jannah.”

Name: Abdullah Title: Siddeeq and Ateeq Birth: 2 ½ years after Rasulullah b Parents: His father’s name was Abu Quhaafa and his mother’s name was Ummul Khair.

Virtues: He was the first man to accept Islam. He was the only companion of Rasulullah b on the journey of Hijrah. He was joined with Haarisah bin Zubair in the Mu-aakhaat (brotherhood). In the battle of Tabuk, he spent all his wealth in the path of Allah Ta’ala. In the year 9 A.H., he was made the Ameer of Haj. He was the first leader of the Muslims after the demise of Rasulullah b. He fought against the false prophets, Tulayha and Musaylamah.

Demise: Jumaadus Saani 13 A.H. at the age of 63 and is buried next to Rasulullah b.

2. Hadhrat U’mar (RA) Rasulullah b said;

“Had there been a Nabi to come after me, it would have certainly been U’mar” Name: U’mar Title: Al-Farooq and Abu Hafs Birth: 13 years after Rasulullah b Parents: His father’s name was Khattaab and his mother’s name was Khatma. Virtues: He fought at the side of Nabi b in every battle. He was joined with U’tbah bin Maalik in the Mu-aakhaat (brotherhood). In the battle of Tabuk, he spent half his wealth in the path of Allah Ta’ala. He was the second leader of the Muslims after the demise of Rasulullah b. His khilaafat lasted for 10 years, 6 months and 5 days. He was so simple that once 17 patches were counted on his kurta. He introduced the Islamic calendar. Two thirds of the world was conquered during his khilaafat. He was martyred by a slave, Abu Lulu.

Demise: 1 Muharram 24 A.H. at the age of 63. 63 and is buried next to Rasulullah b.

3. Hadhrat U’smaan (RA) Rasulullah b said;

“My companion in Jannah is U’smaan.”

Name: U’smaan. Title: His title was Zun Nurain. Birth: He was born 6 years after Rasulullah b. Parents: His father’s name was Affaan and his mother’s name was Arwa. Virtues: He was among the first people to accept Islam. He had the good fortune of being married to two of the daughters of Rasulullah b, Hadhrat Ruqayya (RA) and Hadhrat Umm-e-Kulsoom (RA) one after the other. Therefore he was titled, Zun Nurain (The bearer of two lights). He was joined with Ows bin Saabit (RA) in the Mu-aakhaat (brotherhood). He bought the Bi-re-Roomah (well of Roomah) for the Muslims for 20 000 dirhams. He represented the Muslims on the occasion of the treaty of Hudaybiyyah. He was appointed as the third khalifa of the Muslims after Hadhrat U’mar (RA). His period of khilaafat lasted for 11 years and 11 months. Demise: He was martyred by rebels on Friday 18 Zul Hijjah 35 A.H. whilst reciting the Qur-aan.

4. Hadhrat A’li (RA) Rasulullah b said;

“I am the city of knowledge and A’li is the door.”

Name: A’li. Title: Haydar, As’adullah and Murtadha. Birth: He was born 10 years before Nubuwat. Parents: His father’s name was Abu Taalib and his mother’s name was Faatima. Virtues: He was the first child to accept Islam. When Nabi b went for Hijrah, he remained behind in the bed of Nabi b. He then returned the valuables which were kept in trust by Nabi j. He married Hadhrat Faatima (RA), the youngest daughter of Rasulullah b. In single combat, he killed Waleed with one strike in the Battle of Badr. During the life of Rasulullah b, his greatest conquest was the fort of Khaibar. He was appointed as the fourth Khalifa of the Muslims. Demise: He was martyred by Ibnu Muljim who struck him on his head with his sword. He passed away in the month of Ramadhaan in the year 40 A.H.

Hold fast onto my Sunnah and the Sunnah of my

Righteous Khulafaa after me. [Hadith]

Answer all 10 questions and submit your entries. The first 5 correct entries

drawn will receive R50-00 cash.

Most beloved Children

Assalamu alaykum wa Rahmatullahi wa barakaatuhu.

How are all of you? We hope that everyone is well and are all enjoying Madrasah this year. Every child must love Madrasah and enjoy every moment of it because Madrasah education will secure us the love of Allah Ta’ala and take us all to Jannah, Insha Allah. Whatever we learn at Madrasah, we must also teach it to our parents, brothers, sisters, friends and relatives. Whatever good actions they will do afterwards, Allah Ta’ala will record an equal reward of what they do for us as well, Insha Allah. This months theme is on “The Sahaabah (RA)”. They were the noble companions of Rasulullah [sallallahu alayhi wasallam], the stars of Islam and the ones responsible for bringing Islam to us. Every Muslim must respect and love every Sahaabi of Rasulullah [salalllahu alayhi wasallam]. Masha Allah to all those who participated in the last Al-Maktab project. May Allah Ta’ala reward all of you for your efforts. The models of the Ka’bah were really impressive and it was very difficult to chose the winners. Actually every child is a winner and deserves a prize.

The first 5 correct entries drawn for the quiz were: Name Maktab Grade 1. Ayesha Shaik Mad. Abu Bakr (Phoenix) Grade 6 2. Ahmad Vawda Abu Hurayrah (Vryheid) Grade 2 3. Zakiyya Shaikjee Baitul Ilm (PMB) Grade 8 4. Tasneem Mullah Atfaalun Nur (Kokstad) Grade 3 5. Zaakira Ganie Anjuman Islam (Tongaat) Grade 5

The winners for the best projects for each grade are as follows: Name Maktab Grade 1. Uzair Patel Kokstad Grade 1 2. Zahra Ahmed Merebank Grade 2 3. Ali Abdullah Abu Hurayrah (Vryheid) Grade 3 4. Muhammed Tickly Abu Hurayrah (Vryheid) Grade 4 5. Fahima Gafoor Glenview (Chatsworth) Grade 5 6. Nazim Ismail Abu Bakr (Phoenix) Grade 6 7. Muhammad Zahid Ismail Zun Nurain (Dundee) Grade 7

1. Who is the greatest Sahaabi?

2. Who are the Khulafaa-e-Rashideen?

3. What did Nabi [sallalhau alayhi wasallam] say regarding the Four Khulafaa.

4. Mention one Hadith regarding the virtues of the Sahaabah.

5. What does Allah Ta’ala say regarding the Sahaabah in the Qur-aan?

6. What fear is there for a person who speaks ill of the Sahabah (RA)?

7. What is the rank of a single Sahaabi as (RA) compared to the rest of the Awliyaa?

8. Why was Hadhrat Usmaan (RA) known as Zun Nurain?

9. Mention the names of the 6 Ashara Mubasharah after the Khulafaa.

10. What does Radi Allahu anhu mean?

PLEASE DO NOT ATTACH YOUR QUIZ TO YOUR

PROJECT. SUBMIT EACH

Project

Do a project on any one of the noble companions of Rasulullah b besides the Khulafaa-e-Raasheideen. 1. Boys can do a project on any of the Male Sahaabah. 2. Girls can do a project on any of the female Sahaabiyaat. All entries must be handed in before the 14 May 2012. Winners in each grade will receive a R100.00 cash prize. Grades 1-2 ( 1 Page). Grades 3-7 ( 3-5 pages). N.B. Please write your name, the name of your Madrasah, the area you live in and your grade on your project in big bold writing. JazakAllah.