After Esha Programme

Main Topic

Understanding what it means to be among the Muqarrabun (those brought near to Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala) by detaching from the dunya, perfecting one's akhlaq (character), and having a deep concern (fikr) for the guidance of humanity.

On the Day of Judgment, humanity will be categorized into three groups: the people of the right, the people of the left, and the Muqarrabun (As-Sabiqoon) who excel in every good deed and sacrifice for Deen.
An excessive heart attachment to worldly wealth (dunya) destroys family ties, causes disputes, and corrupts character.
Exemplary character (akhlaq) and justice are the greatest means of attracting non-Muslims to the fold of Islam.
Retaliating in anger drives away angelic protection and opens the door for Shaitan to cause dissension.

Reference to the magicians of Fir'aun desiring to be among the close ones (muqarrabin) when competing against Nabi Musa (alayhis salam).
Reference to Surah Al-Waqi'ah detailing the three groups on the Day of Judgment (Ashab al-Maymanah, Ashab al-Mash'amah, and Al-Muqarrabun).
Hadith where Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) advised Sayyidina Ali (radiyallahu anhu) that guiding a single person to Islam is better than possessing red camels.
Incident of Sayyidina Ali (radiyallahu anhu) and his lost armor, where Qazi Shureyh (rahimahullah) ruled in favor of a Jewish citizen due to strict legal procedure, leading the man to accept Islam.
Incident of Sayyidina Abu Bakr (radiyallahu anhu) remaining silent while being insulted, wherein Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) noted that an angel was defending him until he retaliated.

Begin each day with worry and concern (fikr) for one's own Iman, the Iman of one's family, and the guidance of the entire ummah and humanity.
Practice restraint and silence when insulted or provoked to maintain spiritual peace and divine protection.
Resolve financial and inheritance disputes peacefully without harbouring bitterness or severing family ties over temporary material gain.