Main Topic
Guidelines and a daily spiritual timetable (tarteeb) for Muslims during a government-mandated lockdown, emphasizing the conversion of homes into sanctuaries of worship, family bonding, and steadfastness in Deen.
Key Lessons
- Government restrictions may close physical masajid to the public, but a believer's connection with Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala and adherence to Deen can never be locked down.
- Death (Malakal Maut) is not subject to human regulations; preparation for the Aakhirah and protection of Iman must remain top priorities.
- Establishing a disciplined daily routine prevents spiritual laziness (ghaflat) caused by Nafs and Shaytan.
- Adopting bad habits, wasting time on phones/TV, and spreading sin during trials invites the wrath of Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala.
Quranic/Hadith References
- Sahaba (Radiyallahu anhum) asking Rasulullah (Sallallahu alayhi wasallam) about estimating and performing daily Salah during the extraordinarily long day of Dajjal.
- Quranic injunction: "La tamutunna illa wa antum muslimoon" (Do not die except as believers).
- Hadith compilation Shauq-e-Watan by Hazrat Thanwi (Rahimahullah) regarding the desire for the Aakhirah.
- Prophet Yunus's (Alayhis Salam) supplication: "La ilaha illa anta subhanaka inni kuntu minadh-dhalimin".
Practical Advice
- Designate a specific spot in the home as a family musalla with Qurans, kitabs, and tasbeehs.
- Perform daily Salah with Jama'at at home with proper row (saff) arrangement.
- Wake up for Tahajjud and engage in abundant Dhikr, Istighfar, and Durood Sharif.
- Conduct daily family ta'leem (10-15 minutes) covering Tajweed, Seerah, Quran translation/Tafseer, and basic masail.
- Men should assist with household chores (cooking, cleaning) following the Sunnah of Rasulullah (Sallallahu alayhi wasallam).
- Minimize phone and screen usage, disconnect Wi-Fi periodically, and eliminate television from the home.
- Dedicate afternoon time for physical exercise, rest (Qailulah), and playing with children.
Hazrat Moulana Dawood Seedat Saheb