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The Power of Imitating the Prophet: Sahaba’s Unwavering Devotion | Shaykh Ahmad Dabbagh Just watched “The Power of Imitating the Prophet: Sahaba’s Unwavering Devotion” by Shaykh Ahmad Dabbagh . A powerful talk on how the Sahaba’s devotion to the Prophet ﷺ shaped their lives and how we can imitate their example. Highly recommended!

Have you ever sat with a recently widowed woman? Have you ever listened to a divorced mother speak about her nights? The nights when the children are asleep, and the house is quiet. When the weight of responsibility presses against her chest so heavily that she struggles to breathe? Modern-day Muslim women talk so much about ambition, independence, even about carving identities, building brands, and chasing titles. But sit with the simple woman who has buried her husband, those very women who carry both roles of a mother and father, and you will see what truly matters. Indeed, every story is different. It is true that not every marriage is happy andsafe. Moreover, not every man is righteous, nor is a woman. But there is a painful truth we rarely dare to say aloud: The honor of being a daughter. The sanctity of being a wife. The blessed weight of being a mothe r. Such were never small roles; they were never side roles, nor were they ever backup plans. They were crowns . _____ Let me tell you about a woman who understood this. I pray her story touches your heart enough to make you pause and reflect on how you define womanhood, and how Islam greatly elevated its status. During the time of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, after the Conquest of Makkah, a woman stood at a crossroads that none of us will ever face. Her name was Umm Hani رضي الله عنها, yes, the sister of Ali Ibn Abi Talib رضي الله عنه. Her husband, Hubayrah ibn Abi Wahb ibn ʿAmr al-Makhzūmī, fled as a disbeliever and later died. She was left to carry the weight of motherhood alone, raising her children without a husband beside her. When her ʿiddah came to an end, her brother, ʿAli رضي الله عنه, saw an opportunity of honor for her and mentioned the idea of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ marrying her. The Messenger of Allah ﷺ did send a proposal of marriage to her. And you might think to yourself, who would refuse such an honor? Who would excuse herself from marrying the most beloved of Allah? Well, she did, but take note, it was not out of arrogance, disinterest, or modern self-sufficiency, Rather, it was out of fear that she would fail in fulfilling the rights. She feared standing before Allah, having fallen short on it. She said: “O Messenger of Allah, you are dearer to me than my own life. But your right is great. I have orphaned children whom I am raising. If I turn to serve you, I fear I will neglect them. And if I turn fully to them, I fear I will fall short in your rights.” Pause for a moment, and reflect. It was not the desire. Umm Hani رضي الله عنها understood that marriage was not romance but amanah. She understood that motherhood was not a seasonal role but a way of worship. And the Prophet ﷺ was pleased with her answer. It was then that he said: “The best women amongst the women who ride camels (Arab women) are the women of Quraysh, who are immensely loving and compassionate towards their young children, and who keep their focus on their husband’s personal desires.” Read that again slowly. He did not praise beauty, eloquence, or status. He praised compassion toward children and attentiveness to a husband’s rights. This was not weakness or oppression. This was strength anchored to a woman who knew exactly where her honour lived. _____ My sisters in Islam, we must ask ourselves an uncomfortable question: Nowadays, what do we praise? Indeed, something has shifted. We have taught Muslim women to introduce themselves with titles before relationships. CEO. Influencer. Entrepreneur. Public figure. Independent woman. And slowly, quietly, almost without noticing; “Daughter” became ordinary. “Wife” became optional, and “Mother” became something to fit around career plans. Astagfirullah, we chase validation from the world while neglecting the ranks Allah already elevated. Islam did not lower women by defining these roles; rather, it elevated them. The home was never a prison; it was a fortress. Motherhood was never a setback; it was a legacy. Serving a righteous husband was never humiliation; it was a partnership in Jannah. This truth hurts because it confronts the illusion that applause equals success. Sometimes success looks like a woman who wakes before Fajr to make du’a for her children. Sometimes it looks like patience in marriage when no one is watching. Sometimes it looks like choosing presence over praise. Umm Hani رضي الله عنها turned down the most honorable proposal in history because she understood priorities. And today, many of us turn down the very roles that Allah designed as our greatest elevations for titles that will not follow us into the grave. This is not about shaming women, but rather to remind hearts. There is nothing more powerful than a believing daughter. Nothing more stabilizing than a righteous wife. Nothing more world-shaping than a nurturing mother. These are not “just” roles. They are civilizations in disguise. And perhaps the most painful truth of all is this: The world convinced us to trade crowns for labels. _____ And We ask Allah to make us sincere daughters, patient wives, and merciful mothers who honor the responsibilities He has entrusted to us. O Allah, do not let us trade the dignity You have given us for fleeting titles, and grant us the strength to fulfill our roles in a way that earns Your pleasure in this world and the next. Amin. Umm Umar Khaled _____ Story was taken from: • Musnad Ahmad, 2/269

Prophetic Hadith : Chapters on virtues. Narrated Abdur-Rahman bin ‘Awf: The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings upon him) said: Abu Bakr is in Paradise. Umar is in Paradise. Uthman is in Paradise. Ali is in Paradise [Sunan Al- Tirmidhi 3747]

Nafs, fighting today’s glamour, not giving up akhirah. How many years of tawakkul did it take for yusuf alayhissalam, how much strength of faith and tawakkul did it take for Bilal رضي الله عنه, for salman al farsi رضي الله عنه? What happened to your tawakkul? Why have you left them, don’t you want their company in jannatul ferdous?

Do you love to read ? Do you love to write , or perhaps to blog ? If you have studied journalism or any field related to writing, you have likely heard the same advice repeated over and over again: be clear, be concise, be truthful. The theme must be focused. The message must be delivered well. The words must serve a purpose. We live in a time where misinformation spreads faster than truth. Fake news is everywhere. Opinions are posted without verification. Words are typed in haste, often without responsibility. Almost everything we write has become digital. And while this has undeniable benefits when used wisely, it has also made carelessness easier than ever. But have you heard of the scribes of the past? Have you reflected on their devotion to writing, not only in grammar and meaning, but in precision, presentation, and responsibility? When you study Arabic calligraphy, you will definitely encounter this Sahabi’s name. He was among the early scribes of Islam, one of the few who could read and write at that time. When you study journalism, you learn not only grammar but also formatting, layout, spacing, structure, and clarity in presentation. _____ What if you were told that the early Muslim scribes embodied both? Among them was Ali ibn Abi Talib (Radiyallahu Anhu) . He was known for his deep knowledge of halal and haram, and his literacy played a key role in his pursuit of sacred knowledge. Umar Ibn Al Khattab (Radiyallahu Anhu) was strict in grammar, while Ali (Radiyallahu Anhu) was particular about how words were written. He was known to say to those who write amongst them that words should be within the lines of the paper, with a reasonable amount of line spacing, and that the letters should be written in a clear and concise form. He used to order his scribes: “Prepare your inks, and adorn them. Keep your pen’s nib long. Keep a reasonable amount of space between your lines, and write your letters (in a word) close to each other.” Even whenever he would visit Kufa, he would order those who write down manuscripts of the Qur’an to make their pen large (long), meaning to write in thick, bold letters. He would say, “What Allah has kept bright and clear, you also keep bright and clear.” This was because Ali (Radiyallahu Anhu) was not any ordinary scribe; he was amongst the scribes who wrote the Wahy (the revelation). So his was not just writing but a preservation of revelation. _____ Today, many Muslims write and share reminders online. This is something beautiful. Words of motivation, reflections, and reminders can soften hearts and guide souls. But with this opportunity comes responsibility. We must verify before we share . We must rely upon what is authentic. We must avoid spreading misinformation. And just as we are commanded to speak clearly , we must also write clearly. The scribes of the past remind us how seriously Muslims treated knowledge. They were meticulous not only about content but also about clarity. Even the spacing of letters mattered. They understood that when something is done for Allah, it must be done with excellence. This is Ihsan. _____ My dear brothers and sisters, ask yourselves: Who am I writing for? Why am I posting about Islam? What do I hope to gai n? Renew your intention, constantly. A single caption can enter a heart. A few lines can influence a soul, and truly, your words may outlive you - so be critical of what will compose your legacy. Write what benefits others in their akhirah. Write what brings hearts closer to Allah. Write with sincerity. Write with responsibility. Write with beauty. _____ May Allah allow us to speak and write only what benefits us and others. May He protect us from useless arguments and careless speech. May He forgive us all. Ameen. Umm Umar Khaled _____ Story taken from: • Al Jami’ li Akhlaq Ar Rawi – Al Khatib Al Baghdadi, 1/260–262

Do you know the story of Sabr He lost his father before he was born He lost his mother at the age of 6 He lost his wife who believed in him when no one else did He lost his grandfather at the age of 8 He used to wrap stones around his stomach due to hunger He was pelted stones in Taif yet he didn’t give up. Yet he was the most smiling face on Earth ❤️

This life is too short to chase anything but Jannah Life is short to hold grudges, let go, don’t let Shaytan win.

Was Islām spread by force? The Islamic government spread by force. The expansion of the Islamic Empire was done by force. There’s no question about that. The Sahaba went and fought, took over other people’s land, and that’s how the Islāmic Khilāfah grew. However, when they would take over land, they would not force the people to become Muslim. So, there is no compulsion in religion. They wouldn’t go to the people and say, you must become Muslim, because that is something that we have no authority to do. Religion is something in the heart, and a person needs to be convinced. The Sahaba, the way they saw it is that the earth belongs to Allah, and only the rule of Allah should be applied over it. So now, non-Islamic system has the right to exist, according to the Sahaba, and their understanding of religion. -Taken from [Was Islam Spread By The Sword? - Imām A____]

The Power of Imitating the Prophet: Sahaba’s Unwavering Devotion | Shaykh Ahmad Dabbagh I watched this recently and it really inspired me. It shows how the Sahaba followed the Prophet with complete sincerity.

عَنْ أَبِى هُرَيْرَةَ عَنْ رَسُولِ اللَّهِ -صلى الله عليه وسلم- أَنَّهُ قَالَ « قَالَ اللَّهُ عَزَّ وَجَلَّ أَنَا عِنْدَ ظَنِّ عَبْدِى بِى وَأَنَا مَعَهُ حَيْثُ يَذْكُرُنِى وَاللَّهِ لَلَّهُ أَفْرَحُ بِتَوْبَةِ عَبْدِهِ مِنْ أَحَدِكُمْ يَجِدُ ضَالَّتَهُ بِالْفَلاَةِ وَمَنْ تَقَرَّبَ إِلَىَّ شِبْرًا تَقَرَّبْتُ إِلَيْهِ ذِرَاعًا وَمَنْ تَقَرَّبَ إِلَىَّ ذِرَاعًا تَقَرَّبْتُ إِلَيْهِ بَاعًا وَإِذَا أَقْبَلَ إِلَىَّ يَمْشِى أَقْبَلْتُ إِلَيْهِ أُهَرْوِلُ ». sahih ul Muslim

ʿAl-Ḥasan (رحمه الله) said regarding Maʿqil ibn Yasār (رضي الله عنه): كان معقل بن يَسار من البكائين الذين قال الله عز وجل: (إذا ما أتوك لتحملهم قلت: لا أجد ما أحملك عليه تولوا وأعينهم تفيض من الدمع) [التوبة: ٩٢] Maʿqil ibn Yasār (رضي الله عنه) was among the weepers of whom Allāh, ʿazza wa-jall, said: “When they came to you so you might provide them with mounts, you said: I can find no mounts for you; they turn away and their eyes overflow with tears.” [at-Tawbah: 92] al-Jihād [265]

Incident of burying girls alive. The story of the companion Dahiyyatul Kalbi. Dahiyyatul Kalbi was a very beautiful companion of my Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). If you open the history of the days of ignorance, you will see that women were disgraced in society. The Prophet of Allah gave freedom to women. He gave us dignity. Women were buried alive. A father would bury his daughter alive. He felt no pity, no mercy. Then look at the companion of the Prophet, Dahiyyatul Kalbi, who buried his daughter alive with his own hands. After he became a Muslim, my Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said, Dahiyyatul Kalbi, you have become a Muslim, a companion. Allah has forgiven all your sins. The companion of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him), Dahiyyatul Kalbi, shed tears and said, “O my Lord, all sins can be forgiven, but not one sin of mine will be forgiven.” The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said, What heavier sin have you committed? Read more - Incident of burying girls alive.

اللهم صلى و سلم و بارك على سيد الخلق سيدنا محمد حبيبي يا رسول

The Prophet Muhammad’s Sacrifices for Us | Lessons from His Struggles In this video, we reflect on the immense sacrifices and hardships Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) endured for the sake of his followers and for the message of Islam.

Ibn Umar رضي الله عنهما “ Do not look at a person’s prayer or fasting, rather look at the truthfulness of his words when he speaks, his honesty when he is entrusted with something and his piety (wara) when he thinks of committing a sin.” Narrated by al-Bayhaqi in Shu'ab al-Eeman

Ibn Mas'ood (رضي الله عنه) said : “Become known to the Angels and anonymous to the humans.”