Faithful Reflections

I. Introduction and the Spiritual Foundation of Collective Intentionality This report analyzes the foundational principles of the Islamic mission, focusing on the biography ( Seerah ) of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), with particular attention to the theological mandate for profound spiritual attachment and relentless dedication. The discourse begins by establishing the spiritual necessity of sincerity ( Niyyah ) in collective gatherings, thereby transforming the communal reception afforded by entities like the Organization of Youth and Sports Affairs in Al Bahrain into a foundation for intellectual and spiritual endeavor. A. Reframing the Context: Gratitude and Spiritual Commendation All gatherings dedicated to the pursuit of sacred knowledge or remembrance must be prefaced by the sincere establishment of intention, confirming that the purpose of the assembly transcends social or intellectual exchange to focus solely on the pleasure of the Divine. The t...

irtues of  Hajj  and  Umrah The Prophet (pbuh) said: “Umrah is an expiation for the time between it and the previous ‘Umrah’ and an accepted Hajj has no less a reward than Paradise”. (Narrated by al-Bukhari 1683, Muslim 1349). The Prophet (pbuh) said: “He who performs Hajj and does not speak obscenely or commit evil then he returns just as the day his mother gave birth to him” (Narrated by Bukhaari, Ahmed, Nasai and Ibn Majah from Abu Hurairah). The Prophet (pbuh) said: “There is no day on which Allah frees more of His slaves from Fire than  the Day of Arafah .” (Narrated Aisha, Ummul Mu’minin). The Messenger of Allah (pbuh) was asked which deed is the best? He said, “Belief in Allah and His messengers. He was asked, then what? He said, Jihad for the sake of Allah. He was asked, then what? He said, Hajj Mabrour (an accepted Hajj).” (Narrated by al-Bukhaari 26). Types (Nusuk) of Hajj are Three:  1.  Hajj Ifrad :  The pilgrim pronounces intention to pe...