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Explaining Sahih Muslim Book 1 – Hadith 330-335

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Explaining Sahih Muslim Book 1 - Hadith 330-335   Chapter 75: Mentioning Al-Masih Son of Mariam and Al-Masih ad-Dajjal   It is narrated on the authority of 'Abdullah b. Umar that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:   I found myself one night near the Ka'bah, and I saw a man with wheat complexion amongst the fair-complexioned men that you ever saw. He had a lock of hair the most beautiful of the locks that you ever saw. He had combed it. Water was trickling out of them. He was leaning on two men, or on the shoulders of two men, and he was circumscribing the Ka'bah. I asked, What is he? It was said: He is al-Masih son of Mary. Then I saw another person, stout and having too much curly hair, and blind in his right eye as if it was a full swollen grape. I asked Who is he? It was said: He is al-Masih al-Dajjal. ( Explaining Sahih Muslim Book 1 - Hadith 330 )   It is narrated on the authority of 'Abdulldh b. Umar that one day the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) mention...

Explaining Sahih Muslim Book 1 - Hadith 316-329

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Explaining Sahih Muslim Book 1 - Hadith 316-329   Chapter 74: The night journey on which the messenger of Allah (saws) was taken up into the heavens and the prayers were enjoined.   It is narrated on the authority of Anas b. Malik that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:   I was brought al-Buraq Who is an animal white and long, larger than a donkey but smaller than a mule, who would place his hoof a distance equal to the range of version. I mounted it and came to the Temple (Bait Maqdis in Jerusalem), then tethered it to the ring used by the prophets. I entered the mosque and prayed two rak'ahs in it, and then came out and Gabriel brought me a vessel of wine and a vessel of milk. I chose the milk, and Gabriel said: You have chosen the natural thing. Then he took me to heaven. Gabriel then asked the (gate of heaven) to be opened and he was asked who he was. He replied: Gabriel. He was again asked: Who is with you? He (Gabriel) said: Muhammad. It was said: Has he b...

Unveiling the Depths of Surah Al-Isra': A Spiritual and Moral Compass

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  Surah Al-Isra’ , the  17th chapter  of  the Holy Quran , holds a revered position within Islam. Its name, translating to “ The Night Journey ,” references a cornerstone event in Islamic history – the miraculous transportation of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) from the مقدس (Al-Masjid al-Haram), the Grand Mosque in Mecca, to the الأقصى (Al-Masjid al-Aqsa), the Farthest Mosque, often understood to be Jerusalem ( Quran 17:1 ). However,  Surah Al-Isra’  transcends this awe-inspiring narrative, offering a profound exploration of faith, morality, and social conduct. Let’s embark on a detailed journey through this magnificent surah. Structure and Significance: Comprised of 111 verses,  Surah Al-Isra’  is classified as a Meccan surah, revealed during the early years of Prophet Muhammad’s mission, a period marked by intense opposition from the Quraysh tribe. Thematically, the surah serves as a source of comfort and strength for the nascent Muslim c...