When you have prayed, why do you not sit with us?
Category: Words of Wisdom
There is a share for Shaytaan
If a gathering extends [beyond what is necessary], then there is a share in it for Shaytaan.
Encouraging others
When a man narrates to me a hadeeth, I remain silent [to encourage] him – [giving the impression] as if I haven’t heard it [before], even though I [first] heard it before he was even born!
Ask from those who are compassionate
Some of the wise [people] have said: Ask for livelihood from the compassionate ones, [and] live under their protection, and do not seek [anything] from those of harsh and cruel hearts, for indeed the curse [of Allaah] descends upon them.
Obedience to Allaah
“O people! Being patient upon obedience to Allaah is easier than being patient at the punishment of Allaah.
Would not allow time to pass without benefit
About him, I was told he would take account of himself [to the level of every] breath; he would not let time pass without [utilising it for] benefit. He would be [busy] either writing, teaching, or reading. I was told he would even be moving his lips when sharpening his pen[cil].
The precious value of time
I came across groups of people, and one of them was more stingy about [how he spent] his time than he was with his money.
Let us remain brothers in Islaam
I have not seen [anyone] more sensible than ash-Shaafi’ee.
Fear and respect of Allaah
Indeed, the creation will respect you according to [the level of] your fear and respect of Allaah.
When Allaah wishes good for his worshipper
«When Allaah wishes good for his worshipper, he uses him»