Main Topic
This lecture emphasizes the vital importance of incorporating daily Dhikrullah (remembrance of Allah Ta'ala) into every Muslim's life. The speaker outlines a structured daily routine consisting of Quran recitation, masnoon surahs, daily adhkār, Istighfar, Durood Sharif, and mindful repetition of the Kalimah, followed by an inspiring collective dhikr session and supplication.
Key Lessons
- Every believer must have an established daily portion of the Noble Quran, whether based on a set number of paras or dedicated minutes.
- Sunnah duas and recitations given by Nabi Sallallahu alayhi wasallam take precedence over arbitrary excessive wazaif.
- Reciting masnoon duas during habitual daily routines (entering/leaving home, travel, eating, wudhu) ensures one remains in constant remembrance of Allah Ta'ala.
- The Kalimah (La ilaha illallah) possesses the spiritual power to cleanse decades of disbelief and spiritual filth; during dhikr, one should mentally negate sins and worldly desires (La ilaha) and firmly establish love for Allah Ta'ala in the heart (illallah).
Quranic/Hadith References
- Reference to the recommendation of Nabi Sallallahu alayhi wasallam to recite Surah Yasin every morning.
- Sunnah practice of reciting Surah As-Sajdah and Surah Al-Mulk in the evening/before sleep.
- The recommendation to seek daily forgiveness (Istighfar at least 100 times) and recite Durood upon Nabi Sallallahu alayhi wasallam.
Practical Advice
- Allocate a fixed daily time (15–30 minutes) for Quranic Tilawat if slow in recitation, or aim for at least one Juz daily.
- Make Surah Yasin in the morning an unshakeable daily habit for oneself and one's household, akin to having morning tea.
- Aim for a minimum of 300 Durood Sharif daily (easily achievable by reading 60 after each of the five daily Salahs), and increase to at least 1,000 on the day of Jumu'ah.
- Recite Astaghfirullah at least 100 times daily and keep the tongue moist with the Third Kalimah and Tasbeeh.
- Practice Dhikr of the Kalimah and Ism-e-Dhat (Allah) with deep concentration and conscious intention of purifying the nafs and purifying the heart.
Hazrat Moulana Dawood Seedat Saheb