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Importance Of Nikah

Importance of Nikah

Marriage is considered a blessing bestowed upon us by Allah in Islam, which puts together two people who complete each other and their deen. It is both a physical and emotional bond that the partners share with each other. It is also a way to keep the society going, through the blessing of children. As said by our Prophet (SAW), it is said to complete half of our religion. Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) said: “When a man marries, he has fulfilled half of his religion, therefore he should fear Allah for the other half”. – [At-Tirmidhi 3096]

The word “marriage’ or “nikah” has been mentioned several times in the Qur’an showcasing how much focus and importance has been put on it, believing it to be a necessity for the people. It implies the fact that it is either highly recommended or even obligatory. Scholars have deciphered the meaning behind it saying that marriage or nikah is a highly recommended act even by our Prophet (SAW) but it becomes obligatory when there is a chance for a person to fall into sins. Narrated by Abdullah, Allah’s messenger (pbuh) said: “O young people! Whoever among you is able to marry, should marry, and whoever is not able to marry, is recommended to fast, as fasting diminishes his sexual power.” – [Sahih Al-Bukhari 5066]

The Prophet Muhammad SAW (pbuh) encouraged his ummah to marry and fulfill their sexual urges and desires in lawful ways. It acts as a mean to gratify the physical, sexual and emotional needs of a person, since male-female contact before marriage is forbidden in Islam and forced marriages are considered invalid.

It is said in the Qur’an that we, the humans, have been created in pairs, to share such a precious and sacred bond, and to lead life further with your partner. “And among His signs in this, that He created for you mates from among yourselves, that you may dwell in peace and tranquility with them, and He has put love and mercy between your (hearts).”– Qur’an [30:21]

Allah SWT has placed great importance in the relationship of a husband and wife, taking it to the status of the most important relation among all relations. Even Prophet Muhammad mentioned so many times in his sayings about its virtue. He highlighted its importance by stating it as one of the most crucial acts and roles that is to be carried out by the mortals, to lead life. The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) himself says: “Marriage is my sunnah, and whoever does not follow my sunnah has nothing to do with me.” – [Sunan Ibn Majah, 1846]

Even though a lot of young people fear getting married before sustaining themselves, it is mentioned in the Qur’an on how marriage increases rizq (sustenance) and that one should not delay getting married because of this reason. “And marry those among you who are single and those who are fit among your male slaves and your female slaves; if they are needy, Allah will make them free from want out of His grace; and Allah is Ample-giving, Knowing.” – Qur’an [24:32]. Abu Bakr as-Siddiq (RA) also said: “Obey Allah in what He has commanded you to do by getting married, He will then fulfill His promise to make you rich.” – [Al-Durr Al-Manthur v.5 pps 80-81]

Along with one’s rizq, marriage also enhances the value of one’s prayer. Imam Sadiq (AS) said: “Two rak‘ats (cycles) prayed by a married person are better than the night-vigil and the fast of a person who is not married.”  It is also recommended for the couples to pray together, as Allah SWT looks at them with mercy when husband and wife do things together for the sake of Allah even as little as looking at each other with love and affection. The Prophet SAW (pbuh) said: “When a husband and wife look at each other with love, Allah looks at them with mercy.” – [Sahih Bukhari 6:19 Tirmidhi]

All in all, the Qur’an verses and these hadiths portray the importance of nikah in the life of Muslims and established itself as one of the main responsibilities and roles held by a Muslim. It acts as a foundation on which a man can build his life with his spouse. The Messenger of Allah, Prophet Muhammad SAW (pbuh) said: “There is no foundation that has been built in Islam more loved by Allah, than marriage.” He has also said: “The most disliked of permissible things to Allah is Divorce.” – [Sunan Ibn Majah, 2018]

What Is Hajj &

Hajj is the annual pilgrimage to Mecca that all able Muslims are expected to complete at least once in their lives. Around two million Muslims every year complete the pilgrimage, which is a five-day event taking place in the last month of the Islamic (lunar) calendar.

Hajj is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and is a sacred event in Islam. Whilst in the state of Ihram, a sacred state that Muslims must enter to perform the pilgrimage, it is forbidden to engage in sexual activity, argue, engage in violence and cut hair and nails. Muslims must always remain calm in Ihram due to the state’s religious significance, even when exhausted by the journey they undertake.

Why do Muslims go on Hajj?

The Hajj pilgrimage is an obligation that should be completed at least once in all able Muslims lives. It is also believed that the journey allows Muslims to wipe away any sins and wipe the slate clean in front of Allah (SWT).

Muslims retrace the route as followed by the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and prophets Ibrahim (AS) and Ismail (AS) before him, as well as the path that the wife of Ibrahim (AS), Hagar, ran seven times between two hills as she sought water for her dying son. In Islamic belief, Allah (SWT) created a spring that continues to run to this very day.

As per the significance of Hajj, it is also common for Muslims to seek ways to deepen their devotion to Allah (SWT) and one such way is through women wearing a hijab (head covering).

What Happens on Hajj?

Hajj takes place during Dhul Hijjah, the 12th and final month, and begins two days before Eid ul-Adha and through the three-day festival of the sacrifice. That means that Hajj lasts for five days in total.

On the first day of Hajj, a smaller pilgrimage (umrah) takes place in Mecca. This is when Muslims retrace the steps of Hagar between two hills – this is after circling the Kaaba, the building housed in the centre of the Masjid al-Haram which is the most important mosque in Islam. Before arriving in Mecca, some Muslims choose to visit Medina which is where the tomb of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) can be found. The day is ended by spending the night in the valley of Mina.

The second day of Hajj sees pilgrims head towards Mount Arafat where they will spend the afternoon. They will also climb the hill, Jabal al-Rahma, which is where the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) delivered his final sermon. Later in the day, as the sun sets, Muslims will head 5.5 miles west of Arafat to Muzdalifa – and while there is the option of taking a bus, many choose to walk this distance.

Over the course of the final three days of Hajj, coinciding with Eid ul-Adha, Muslims circle the Kaaba one final time, cast stones (picked up along the walk to Muzdalifa) in Mina, and remove the Ihram (a sacred state Muslims enter to perform the pilgrimage). Men will also shave their heads and women cut a lock of hair as a sign of renewal. As well as completing the Hajj pilgrimage over the three days of Eid ul-Adha, Muslims will carry out the ritual sacrificial slaughter of livestock and distribute shares of meat to the poor, as per Islamic tradition.

Who Goes on Hajj?

In Islam, it is mandatory for every Muslim who is physically able, of sound mind and financially capable to go on Hajj at least once in their lifetime. Those who complete the pilgrimage may add the title of Hajji to their name.

Hajj translates from Arabic as ‘to intend a journey’, thus giving the pilgrimage its name. There is no obligation for children to undertake Hajj as they are not yet considered able, similar to why all those under the age of puberty do not observe the fast in Ramadhan. Whilst saying that, children may take part in Hajj with their parent/guardian and the rewards of the pilgrimage will be bestowed upon the child.

Importance Of Prayin

We all know there are 5 Pillars of Islam, and Salah is the second pillar of Islam. When somebody prays, he/she is recognized as a Muslim. A true Muslim worships none, but Allah (SWT), the creator. Salah has many benefits, one of them is that it’s the way of communication with Allah (SWT), and every Muslim should strictly follow this.

As Allah (SWT) has said in the Holy Quran, “Guard strictly [on] the prayers, and the prayer – [the] middle, and stand up for Allah devoutly obedient.” (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:238)

Importance of praying Salah on time

Salah is obligatory on every Muslim to pray five times a day on time. Importance of praying Salah on time can be understood by these hadith:

“Abdullah asked the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) “Which deed is the dearest to Allah?” He replied, “To offer the prayers at their early stated fixed times.” (Sahih al-Bukhari 527).

As Narrated by Ibn Umar, Allah’s Messenger said: “The beginning of the time for Salah is pleasing to Allah, and the end of its time is pardoned by Allah.” (Jami at-Tirmidhi 172), so don’t you want to begin the prayer on time and at earliest to please your Almighty, without which you cannot attain the place in Jannah.

It can also be understood by these Quranic verses:

“Surely the Salah at fixed hours (of the day and night) has been enjoined upon the believers.” (Quran 4:103).

“Verily, Salah restrains (oneself) from shameful and unjust deeds…” (Quran 29:45).

A human being is created weak and can be deviated from righteousness very easily without seeking from Allah. So don’t you want to seek Allah’s help to refrain yourself from evil effect? The earlier you pray and if you pray on time, Allah will guide you and shall refrain you from sinning.

We being a Muslim need to prepare for our akhirah and always do a good deed. We never know when our soul will leave our body and life after death is eternal. Therefore we should pray Salah on time, and our best effort should be in the direction of praying Salah in the early hour.

As we all know that without remembering Allah (SWT), we cannot find peace and eternal satisfaction and the best way to remember Allah (SWT) is Salah.

A human being is neglectful in their busy lifestyle and leave the Salah or do it late.  But we must be aware that Salah is obligatory for us we should try to do on its due time. If we don’t offer Salah on time, then we don’t only indulge in the sin, but we fall at lowest depths of moral depravity. Allah takes strict action against those who don’t offer Salah, which can be understood by this verse of the Quran.

“They were succeeded by a people who neglected the Prayers and pursued their lusts. They shall presently meet with their doom…” (Quran 19:59)

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