A Muslim's daily "To do list"
by
Mufti Ebrahim Desai (db)
One should always meditate and ponder that Allah Ta'ala is Samee',
(One who listens to every single thing), Baseer (One Who sees every
single thing even if anyone else is seeing), Aleem (One who Knows of
every single thing) and in the like manner reflect on the different
attributes of Allah Ta'ala. Together with that, remain engaged in
the Dhikr of Allah Ta'ala at all times.
A person would be able to reach the greatest height if he confides and
consults with a Shaykh-e-Kaamil (spiritual mentor) who is pious and
God-Fearing. We, therefore, suggest that you should try and relate all
your issues to a reliable mentor with whom you have strong confidence
and compatibility with, who will be able to give you individual and
personal attention. May Allah Ta'ala grant you and all of us the
quality of Taqwa, Aameen.
In today's times when evil and corruption is so common and rife,
every individual must take it upon himself/herself to protect and guard
against the soul being corrupted. Hereunder, are some guidelines to
guard one's soul and spirituality.
a. Be punctual in performing the five daily Salats. A male must ensure
he performs Salat with Jamaat in the Masjid.
b. Recite some portion of the Qur'an daily. It is also important
to read the translation and commentary of the Qur'an daily. We recommend
the following English translations: Muhammad Pickthall (Translation);
Muhsin Khan (Translation); Tafseer-e-Usmani (with commentary); Daryabadi
(with commentary); Maariful Qurãn (with commentary). NB. Any translation
of the Noble Qurãn must be accompanied with the Arabic text next to
the translation.
c. Recite the following three Tasbeehs any time in the morning or evening,
100 times Istighfaar, 100 times third Kalimah, 100 times Durood upon
Rasulullah . The above three Tasbeehaat should be read in isolation
and concentration.
d. Always display good character even in front of one's enemies.
e. Avoid intermingling with the opposite gender and lower one's
gaze. Do not let the mind and heart be polluted with the form and shape
of the opposite gender. That is death to spirituality.
f. Stay in the company of the pious. Bad company is detrimental to one's
Iman and character.
g. Be conscious of life after death and accountability in the court
of Allah Ta'ala. Keep in touch with reliable Ulama. Make their Ikraam
(honour) and seek their esteemed guidance.
We hope if one follows the above points, he/she will be protected from
the tricks of the Shaytaan
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