Main Topic
An in-depth discussion on the mission of Hazrat Abdullah bin Unais (Radiallahu Anhu) assigned by Prophet Muhammad (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam), exploring the rulings around prayer while travelling, permissible falsehoods, and the spiritual virtue of humility when serving Deen.
Key Lessons
- Knowledge of the Unseen (Ghayb) was granted to Nabi (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) in specific matters by Allah, but absolute, all-encompassing knowledge belongs to Allah alone.
- The Sahaba (Radiallahu Anhum) prioritized their Salah under all circumstances, seeking ways to fulfill their prayers even during dangerous military operations.
- Lying is strictly forbidden in Islam, yet exceptions are permitted in three specific contexts: reconciling divided people, fostering love between husband and wife, and military strategy during war (provided no treaties are broken).
- True service to Deen requires attributing all accomplishments to Allah's grace and the guidance of Islamic leadership, completely shunning pride (ujub) and self-congratulation.
Quranic/Hadith References
- The Quranic warning regarding Allah's disapproval and curse upon liars.
- The dispatch of Hazrat Abdullah bin Unais (Radiallahu Anhu) to execute Khalid bin Sufyan Huzari near Arafat.
- The incident during the Battle of Badr involving two Sahaba who honored their pledge to the Quraysh not to participate in combat after giving their word.
Practical Advice
- Perform voluntary (Nafl/Owaabin) prayers while seated in a moving vehicle or plane when travelling, using gestures for bowing and prostration, even if not facing the Qibla.
- Express gratitude to one's spouse for their effort in preparing food, treating food as a blessing (ni'mat) from Allah rather than complaining about minor preferences.
- Always redirect personal praise to Allah's favor and the teachings of the Sunnah to safeguard the heart from arrogance.
Hazrat Moulana Dawood Seedat Saheb