Sayyiduna ‘Abdullah ibn ‘Abbas (Radiyallahu’anhu) reports that Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) said, “Blessing (barakah) is with your elders/ seniors.” Explanation: Elders refers to those who are experienced and punctual on good actions. Remain in their company so that you can follow their advices and attain guidance through emulating their ways. (Faydul Qadir, Hadith :3205)
The greatest punishment that can be imposed on any human is solitary confinement. We are not designed to exist in isolation. Family support is what gives us stability and foundation, and affords us a sense of identity and a sense of attachment, which is important to create a balance in the life of any individual.
The core of family in its entirety is healthy marriages. Healthy marriages forge healthy relationships across the board. Healthy relationships create healthy families, healthy families create happy individuals, who bring about happier communities, societies, and eventually a happier humanity. Yes! The happiness and contentment that everyone hankers after, starts with our marriages!
However, marriages which possess this potency require constant effort and care. This effort isn’t a once-off gesture, an occasional dinner, a yearly anniversary, and certainly not instant gratification. It starts with two individuals, often unique and different in their journeys and nature, who conscientiously choose each other with every sunrise. Two individuals who are willing to compromise their top priorities for each other, every single day. Two individuals who overlook and give each other another chance with every sunset.
Marriages Matters aims to upskill each one of us in the way we deal with relationships; especially marriages. It also aims to coach us regarding what effort is necessary for us to reignite the joy of unity, and cure the pandemic of disunity. What tips we require to re-paint our families with the joyful colours of Muhabbat once again. After all, marriages really do matter!
Prognosis and Treatment Plan “Masturbation is a Spiritual disease which a person falls into due to: Being heedless of Allah Ta’ala Lacking courage to confront the evil demands of the Nafs Feeling sorry for oneself” [Hazrat Hafiz Qasim Paruk Saab] To recover from...
Practical Steps for The Escaper Insha’Allah, this article outlines practical steps for those struggling with any level of addiction to pornography or masturbation. It is especially intended for those who sincerely wish to escape the clutches of their addiction but...
Our Mashaaikh are master diagnosticians of the Nafs. With remarkable insight, they can detect the traps of Shaytaan from the slightest signs—often signs we ourselves fail to notice. Thereafter, with love and care, they guide us in ridding ourselves of these spiritual...
The harms of masturbation and pornography are countless, but their most destructive impact is seen in marriages. This article focuses specifically on how these addictions corrode the sacred bond between husband and wife. Darul Iftaa’s, marriage counsellors, Ulama and...
Masturbation is categorically prohibited in Islam. Allah Ta’ala clearly states in Surah Nur, And those who guard their private parts, except from their wives or their slave girls. They are not to be blamed. However, those who seek (sexual pleasure) beyond that are...
Maseeha[1] was a bundle of nerves. She had to literally hold herself down in her chair to keep from fidgeting. Her excitement was justified—the Nikah Khutbah was almost complete, and within minutes she would be united with her prince. This was the moment she...
How To Reduce Fights in A Marriage Love paves the road of marriage, while conflict eagerly digs the potholes. No matter how scenic a marriage, one ugly argument can feel as though it threatens to derail it all. Fights are inevitable—but what matters most is how we...
Squabbles are inevitable in any marriage. In fact, if a couple never argues, it’s a warning sign for the relationship. It could mean one or both partners have emotionally checked out of the marriage. As a wise man once said, ‘Fighting isn’t the issue in your marriage,...
Sheikul Islam, Hazrat Mufti Taqi Uthmani Saab (Hafizahullah) relates the following; Hazrat Dr. Muhammad Abdul Hayy Arifi (Rahimahullah) is my Sheikh. Once, he related the following incident. ‘A man called me and said with much enthusiasm and pleasure, that he had...
Be a Uniter and Not a Divider When you get to know your in-laws, you will see that not every family does everything the way your family does. And that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Take the good you see in your new family and adopt it. Ignore the “bad.” Do resolve...