Main Topic
Reflections on departing from Madinah Munawwara, nurturing true intellectual love for Nabi Karim Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam, and upholding the Sunnah upon returning home.
Key Lessons
- Farewell from Madinah Munawwara should be made with a deep sense of yearning, hope, and humility, seeking the acceptance of Allah Ta'ala and the mercy of Rasulullah Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam.
- True love for Allah Ta'ala and Nabi Karim Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam is intellectual (
Aqli Muhabbat) and grounded in obedience (Ita'at), rather than fluctuating emotions.
- Obedience and adherence to Islamic guidelines act as the true measure of a believer's love for Allah Ta'ala and His Messenger Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam.
- Every individual, regardless of whether they are a scholar (
Alim) or a layman, can serve the Deen of Allah Ta'ala according to their unique abilities and resources.
Quranic/Hadith References
- Story of the Bedouin who relieved himself in Masjid An-Nabawi and the merciful, gentle manner in which Nabi Karim Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam educated him.
- Devotion of Sahaba Radiallahu Anhum, including the departure of Sayyiduna Mu'adh bin Jabal Radiallahu Anhu and Sayyiduna Bilal Radiallahu Anhu from Madinah Munawwara.
- Sacrifices of Sayyiduna Uthman Radiallahu Anhu, Sayyiduna Salman Al-Farsi Radiallahu Anhu, and the Abyssinian woman who cleaned Masjid An-Nabawi.
Practical Advice
- Guard the gaze, ears, and heart against falling back into sin immediately upon leaving sacred places.
- Revive Sunnah practices within the household step-by-step with wisdom (
Hikmat), such as sitting on the floor to eat.
- Attach oneself and one's family to the company of the pious to preserve faith and spiritual reformation.
- Utilize personal skills, financial means, and technological tools to serve the cause of Deen in daily life.
Hazrat Moulana Dawood Seedat Saheb