Main Topic
An insightful commentary on lessons from the 22nd Juz (Siparah) recited during Taraweeh, focusing on the exemplary character (akhlaq) of Nabi Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam, the importance of treating one's family with kindness, and prioritizing Allah and the Akhirah over worldly desires.
Key Lessons
- Hz. Zaid bin Harithah Radiallahu Anhu chose to remain in the service of Nabi Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam rather than return to freedom with his biological family, illustrating the irresistible beauty of the Prophetic character.
- True adherence to the Sunnah extends beyond outward appearance (kurta, beard, miswaq) to internal character, emotional self-control, and gentle treatment of one's spouse and children.
- Stress from business or religious duties is never a valid excuse to exhibit harshness or domestic abuse at home.
- Surah Al-Ahzab highlights the obligation of proper Hijab (Jilbab) for Muslim women, encouraging them to emulate the noble wives and daughters of Nabi Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam.
- Human beings are entirely dependent on Allah (fuqara); arrogance regarding wealth or status can be stripped away in an instant.
- When faced with the choice between worldly luxuries and the pleasure of Allah and His Messenger, the Ummahatul Mu'mineen chose Allah, setting an eternal standard of devotion.
Quranic/Hadith References
- Incident of Hz. Zaid bin Harithah Radiallahu Anhu and the divine wisdom behind ending the pre-Islamic practice of adoption rules (Surah Al-Ahzab).
- Hadith where Nabi Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam states that even those who lightly tap their wives in permissible circumstances are not the best among believers.
- Narrations of Hz. Abdullah bin Mas'ud Radiallahu Anhu and Hz. Anas Radiallahu Anhu describing the immense love, patience, and gentle teaching style of Nabi Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam.
- Quranic verse: "O mankind, you are in need of Allah, while Allah is the Free of need, the Praiseworthy" (Surah Fatir: 15).
- Verse of Takhyeer (Surah Al-Ahzab: 28-29) offering the wives of the Prophet Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam the choice between worldly enjoyment or Allah and the Hereafter.
Practical Advice
- Evaluate household conduct: ensure family members do not fear your presence at home.
- Refrain from making hasty threats of divorce or verbal abuse during domestic disagreements.
- Cultivate humility and remember that present wealth and health are gifts from Allah that must not lead to pride.
- Encourage Muslim women to adopt modest Islamic attire (Purdah/Hijab) out of honor and devotion rather than conforming to worldly trends.
Hazrat Moulana Dawood Seedat Saheb