BISMILLAH IR-RAHMAN IR- RAHIM

IN THE NAME OF ALLAH MOST BENEFICENT, MOST MERCIFUL

Tonight’s taraweeh consists of Qad Sami‘a llâh. The Sûras covered are Mujâdila, Hashr, Mumtahina, Saff, Jumu’a, Munâfiqûn, Taghâbun, Talâq and Tahrîm. Sûrah Mujâdila: Do not let all false claims or un-Islamic superstitions lower the position of women. Allah (SWT) is the All-Knower; therefore do not make secret consultations among yourselves to plan mischief, evil or falsehood because such counsels “are only inspired by Satan”. Be orderly in public assemblies – make room for others and dismiss after the assemblies are over. Do not turn to the enemies of Allah (SWT) for friendship because their oaths are false. They want to put obstructions in your path. But Allah (SWT)’s Judgement is coming, when Good will prosper. Sûrah Hashr: The wicked Jews were expelled from Madîna for their hatred towards Muslims. Their hopes on their well-guarded positions and with the help of their friends proved useless. Allah (SWT)’s Wisdom destroys the evils of men and makes the Believers succeed at any cost. This expulsion strengthened the position of the Umma. Sûrah Mumtahinah: Do not seek protection from the enemies of Islam, but deal justly with all. Follow Ibrâhîm (AS)’s example. Believing women cannot be married to Unbelievers; but marry female Believers who seek you protection and are proven to be pious. Sûrah Saff: As Allah (SWT)’s Glory shines through His Creation, so must we back up our words with action in a united manner. Do not insult the Prophets as past people did. To be truly successful “believe in Allah (SWT) and His Rasûl (SAW) and strive to the best of your abilities for the Cause of Allah with your properties and lives”; then, “help from Allah (SWT) and victory (will be) near”. Sûrah Jumu’a: Allah (SWT) cares for all. He has sent His Revelation for the guidance of both those who have previous scriptures and those who don’t.

Those who claim that they are the Chosen People for Allah (SWT)’s Favours have been proven to be the greatest hypocrites. How can they merit Allah (SWT)’s Favours? “When the call is made to prayer on Friday, hasten to the Remembrance of Allah (SWT) and leave off business”. The important lesson here is the need for mutual contact in the Community for worship and understanding. Sûrah Munâfiqûn: All the Hypocrites are false. They think they can fool Allah (SWT) and His Rasûl (SAW) with their sweet talk and good looks, but they do not realise that Allah (SWT) has punished them by making it impossible for them to see Truth. They plan to obstruct the progress of Islam without realising that Allah (SWT) is the Master-mind and Safe keeper of it. Wealth and children must not distract your from remembering Allah (SWT). Give charity before death overpowers you and cuts you off from doing any good. Sûrah Taghâbun: Allah (SWT) is the Creator of all men. He is the Best Judge. Final Judgement regarding those who did either good or evil will only be given on the Day of Reckoning. “That will be a day of mutual loss and gain (among you)”. Bear misfortunes with patience. Do not lose hope, because Allah (SWT) is only testing you. Obey Allah (SWT)’s Teachings and regard your wealth and children as a trial for you; so remember Allah (SWT) and thank Him for His Favours. Sûrah Talâq: Be just in your relations with your wives. Divorce only as a last resort, where you feel that the marriage must be dissolved. Make absolutely certain that you deal justly with the weaker part and protect the interest of unborn or new-born lives. During the ‘iddat, (a prescribed period of three monthly courses, which is a period of waiting before a final decision is taken on the future of the marriage which has been conditionally dissolved) “let the women live in the same manner as you live, according to your means. Do not anger them”. Even then, try to bring about reconciliation.

These are Allah (SWT)’s Laws which must be obeyed. If not, Allah (SWT) will punish you. Sûrah Tahrîm: The failings of the weaker sex must not turn away men
from normal social life. Harmony and confidence (trust) must be taught and practiced, and if you fail, repent and make amends. The good man seeks good for himself and his family. Allah (SWT) will reward the virtuous even if they have to live unavoidably with wicked people, as was the case with the wife of Pharaoh and Maryam. The reverse applies in the case of the evil ones who live in the company of the good; e.g. the wife of Nûh (AS) and the wife of Lût (AS).

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