Mufti Menk

Ramadan 1437H 2016 from Bosmont Masjid in Johannesburg, South Africa, Jumuah 2

Prophet Yusuf’s story (alaihi salaam) started in this episode. The lessons in this Surah are so enormous and Mufti has given us the summary for us to ponder on and make use of in our daily lives. The first lesson which is the opening of the Surah is to learn to be secretive about one’s affairs contrary to announcing all you blessings which is what is common nowadays on Facebook, twitter, Instagram etc. Because Shaitan is bad and makes people do unacceptable things, he clouds them with jealousy, envy even when they didn’t want to be mean, but if you don’t display your affair, he can’t tempt them, learn from Yusuf’s story and hide your blessings for that is better for you, because not everybody is happy with your happiness. Everybody is capable of lying even children, so verify any tale and don’t spread rumour that will destroy the honour of a fellow being. Yusuf (alaihi salaam) was a happy child and accepted Allah’s decree because he was convinced of Allah’s help. He preferred to be in jail rather than disobey Allah by committing adultery. He was punished for a sin that he didn’t commit and did not for once blame Allah or black magic. He kept worshipping Him and even calling people to Allah in jail. Ramadan 1437H 2016 from Bosmont Masjid in Johannesburg, South Africa, Episode 18

This episode starts with prophet Musa’s story which is the story repeated most in the Quran. He was patient with the one who used to call himself god (Pharaoh). He was patient for a long time despite his oppression until he finally supplicated to Allah against him (Pharaoh). The lesson here is fear the supplication of people you have wronged against you for there is no barrier between that supplication and Allah. Allah has declared war against people who harm His friends and you don’t know if the person you have oppressed is His friends, so be careful and do not oppress. Furthermore, pray, be patient and steadfast and Allah will guide you, like he guided Musa (alaihi salaam) through the sea. Don’t let money and power cloud you judgement be humble not arrogant with these blessings and tests from Allah if you don’t want to be destroyed like Pharaoh.  Seek Allah’s forgiveness as long as you are alive and not at the point of death for He does not accept repentance at the point of gargarah. The story of prophet Nuh (alaihi salaam) was also mentioned, his patience, mockery, his child’s disobedience to the message, and Allah’s wrath on his people. Finally, Allah said He revealed the stories of other prophets as lessons for those who have intellect. Ramadan 1437H 2016 from Bosmont Masjid in Johannesburg, South Africa, Episode 17

Mufti reminded us the importance of salutation upon the prophet, his wives and companions at the beginning of this episode. The reason Allah repeats things in the Quran is to remind the benefits to those who believe, therefore do not be irritated with these reminders rather be honoured about them. Don’t be among the people who make dua when they need something from Allah and forgets after He has answered the dua like they never called to Him. Know that Allah tests the worshippers He love for them to be closer to Him. Listen to this episode for you to hear the qualities of Allah’s friends and the interesting challenge Mufti menk gave in this episode.Ramadan 1437H 2016 from Ramadan 1437H 2016 from Bosmont Masjid in Johannesburg, South Africa, Episode 16

This episode is loaded with many lessons as usual, so take a bit of your time and benefit your soul to save yourself from hell. Fulfilling Salah is more than the physical act, so concentrate in your Salah. Qualities of a hypocrite: he lies, he breaks promises, he betrays trust, explode during debates, so beware of them. Believers are protectors of one another therefore have duties to other believers like encouraging them to do good deeds and discouraging them from bad deeds. Follow Muhammad (S.A.W) like Allah said in the Quran and do not be deceived by hypocrites. Fulfil your promise to Allah to save yourself from hypocrisy and don’t laugh at people earning the pleasure of Allah. Ramadan 1437H 2016 from Bosmont Masjid in Johannesburg, South Africa, Episode 15

Always remember our brothers and sisters suffering around the globe in your prayers, May Allah ease their difficulties. The reasons we have failed as a Ummah are dispute and disunity. Allah Himself has told Muslims to obey Him and His messenger and avoid dispute for us to be successful. If not we will become unsuccessful and our power will be lost. Just look at the Muslims in the world today and you will see the truth in Allah’s statement. The non believers have strength because they are protectors of one another. War is not required of Muslims. We were taught to always lean towards peace, accept hands stretch in peace and lean on Allah; if they want to cheat you then Allah is sufficient for you. Islam does not teach violence. When enemies accept Islam they automatically become your brothers and Allah forgive their sins. Be careful and do not let your love for family and wealth exceed your love for Allah if you don’t want calamity to strike you. Ramadan 1437H 2016 from Bosmont Masjid in Johannesburg, South Africa, Episode 14

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