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22/07/2026

When "Best of You" Becomes a Test, Not Just a Quote

We repeat the hadith often: "The best of you are those who are best to their wives." We post it, we share it, we nod along. But then you look around — and you see it. A husband who raises his voice over something small. A wife who's made to feel like a burden for simply having needs. And in the worst cases, hands raised in anger, bruises hidden under long sleeves, a woman staying silent because she doesn't know where else to go.

This isn't rare. It happens in homes that pray five times a day. It happens to people who know the hadith by heart but haven't let it reach their hearts.

So, what did "best behavior" actually look like — not in theory, but in the lived example of the Prophet ﷺ and the people closest to him?

The Prophet ﷺ never struck a wife. Not once, in any authentic account. When frustration came — and it did, because he was human — his response was patience, not punishment. He absorbed hurt instead of dispensing it.

Abu ad-Darda' (RA) — one of the Prophet's companions — had an agreement with his wife that captures this beautifully. He told her something like: when you see me angry, calm me down — and when I see you angry, I'll do the same for you — otherwise, we won't be able to live together. That's how he framed marriage — not as a battlefield where someone wins, but as a partnership where both people actively protect it from anger.

Imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal (RA) — one of the great scholars of Islam — lived with his wife Umm Salih for around fourty years, and by his own account, they never had a serious argument. When people asked how, his answer wasn't complicated: whenever one of them got upset and wanted to argue, the other.

That's it. That's the "secret." Not grand romantic gestures — just the discipline to not meet anger with anger.

Compare that to what abuse actually is: control disguised as authority, harm disguised as discipline, silence enforced through fear instead of chosen through wisdom. That is not what these men modeled.
That is not what the Prophet ﷺ modeled. Anyone using "leadership" in the home as cover for cruelty has confused authority with tyranny — and the Qur'an and Sunnah give them no cover for it.

If you're the one struggling with anger in your marriage, the fix isn't complicated, even if it's hard: stay quiet when you want to shout. Walk away when you want to strike. Ask yourself, in that hot moment, would the Prophet ﷺ do this?

And if you're the one enduring mistreatment — know that Islam never asked you to suffer in silence. Speaking up, seeking help, and protecting yourself is not a lack of faith. It's wisdom.

Buniyaminu Al-Imam
Daru-l-Amni Qur’an and Sunnah Institute

20/07/2026

17/07/2026

The First Ambassador of Islam: Mus’ab ibn ‘Umayr (رضي الله عنه)

"Among the believers are men true to what they promised Allah..." (Quran 33:23) — A verse epitomized by the life and sacrifice of Mus’ab.

1. Lineage, Birth, and Early Life of Luxury

Mus’ab ibn ‘Umayr ibn Hashim ibn Abd Manaf al-Qurashi al-Badri (affectionately known by his kunya, Abu Abdullah) was born in Mecca approximately 42 years before the Hijrah.

Raised by incredibly wealthy parents, Mus'ab lived a life akin to a prince. He was widely known as the most handsome, pampered, and beautifully scented youth in Mecca, draped in the finest and most expensive clothes. His mother spared no expense in indulging him, and no youth in the city could match his luxurious lifestyle.

2. Secret Conversion and Sacrifice

When the message of Islam reached Mecca, Mus’ab did not let his worldly privileges blind him to the truth.

The Secret Oath: He embraced Islam secretly at Dar al-Arqam under the guidance of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).

The Betrayal: To protect himself from his family and tribe, he kept his faith hidden. However, ‘Uthman ibn Talhah spotted him praying in secret and alerted Mus'ab's family.

Imprisonment and Hardship: Upon discovery, his family bound, imprisoned, and tortured him. He was stripped of all his wealth and luxury, eventually escaping captivity to join the early migrations to Abyssinia (Ethiopia) before returning to Mecca.

Sa’d ibn Abi Waqqas (referred to in some narrations as Sa’d ibn Malik) later recalled the physical toll this took on him, saying:

"I saw him enduring severe hardship in Islam, until I witnessed his skin peeling and withering just like the skin of a snake."

3. The Great Transformation

Mus'ab's life became a stark contrast between his opulent past and his ascetic, devoted present. He willingly exchanged the fleeting pleasures of this world for the eternal rewards of the Hereafter.

In a profoundly moving narration, ‘Ali ibn Abi Talib (رضي الله عنه) recalled a day when Mus’ab entered the mosque wearing nothing but a simple, coarse sheet patched with animal fur:

"When the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) saw him, he wept for the luxury Mus'ab used to live in compared to the state he was in that day. Then the Prophet (ﷺ) asked his companions how they would fare when they became wealthy, warning them: 'No, you are better today than you will be on that day."'

4. The First Ambassador in Islam

Mus'ab’s intellect, gentle demeanor, and deep knowledge of the Quran made him the perfect choice for a historic mission. Following the First Pledge of ‘Aqabah, the Prophet (ﷺ) sent Mus’ab to Medina as its spiritual teacher and leader in prayer.

As the first ambassador of Islam, his efforts yielded incredible fruits. Through his wisdom and beautiful preaching, major chieftains and noble companions—such as Usayd ibn Hudayr and Sa’d ibn Mu’adh—accepted Islam, paving the way for Medina to safely welcome the Prophet (ﷺ) during the Hijrah.

5. Martyrdom at Uhud

Mus'ab ibn 'Umayr's ultimate sacrifice came at the *Battle of Uhud*, where he was given the honor of carrying the Muslim banner. He defended the Prophet (ﷺ) with immense bravery until he was martyred.

His end perfectly mirrored his absolute detachment from the material world. As recorded in the Sahihayn (Al-Bukhari and Muslim) by Khabbab (رضي الله عنه):

"We migrated with the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) seeking the pleasure of Allah... Mus’ab ibn ‘Umayr was martyred on the day of Uhud. We could not find anything to shroud him in except a striped woolen sheet (namirah). If we covered his head with it, his feet became exposed, and if we covered his feet, his head became exposed."

The Prophet (ﷺ) instructed them to cover his head with the sheet and place idhkhir (a sweet-smelling desert grass) over his feet.

Legacy

Mus’ab’s biography—preserved in masterworks like Ibn al-Athir’s Usd al-Ghabah and Ibn Hajar’s Al-Isabah—serves as an timeless blueprint for sincerity. He stands as an enduring role model for any youth navigating comfort and luxury, showing that the ultimate nobility lies not in what we wear or possess, but in what we are willing to sacrifice for truth.

12/05/2026

CURE TO FORGETFULNESS

Shaykh Salih Al-'Usaymi (may Allah preserve him upon goodness) said:

“... Among the beneficial remedies for eliminating forgetfulness is to constantly remember Allah (Glorified and Exalted be He). When a servant continually engages in the remembrance of his Lord and keeps his tongue occupied with it, this becomes one of the greatest means of removing the illness of forgetfulness from him.

This is because Allah, the Most High, said:
‘And remember your Lord when you forget.’ [Surah Al-Kahf 18:24]

From this verse, one may also understand the secret behind the ease of memorizing the Qur’an, as Allah the Exalted said:
‘And We have certainly made the Qur’an easy for remembrance, so is there anyone who will remember?’ [Surah Al-Qamar 54:17]

Since the Noble Qur’an is the greatest and most eloquent form of remembrance (dhikr), its recitation contains the greatest assistance in preserving and mastering it. Thus, because it is the noblest and highest form of remembrance, the reward is that Allah (The Glorified and Exalted), prepares for the servant the means to preserve and master it — both in wording and meaning...”

This has also been mentioned by a number of scholars: that sins and heedlessness are among the greatest causes of weak memory, while remembrance of Allah and obedience to Him are among the strongest causes of a sound memory and firm retention of knowledge.

©Daru-l-Amni Qur'an and Sunnah institute.

11/05/2026

TEN CAUSES THAT BRING ABOUT THE LOVE OF ALLAH ( عز وجل) AL-IMAM IBN QAYYIM AL-JAWZI (رحمه الله) IN MADARIJ AL-SALIKIN :

FIRST: Reciting the Qur’an with reflection, deep understanding of its meanings, and comprehension of what is intended by it; like a person carefully studying a book which he has memorized and explained so that he may understand the intent of its author.

SECOND: Drawing near to Allah through voluntary acts of worship after the obligatory duties, for they elevate a person from merely loving Allah to becoming beloved by Him.

THIRD: Constant remembrance of Him in every state — with the tongue, the heart, one’s actions, and one’s condition. A person’s share of love is according to his share of this remembrance.

FOURTH: Giving preference to what Allah loves over what you love when desires become overwhelming, and striving to ascend toward what He loves even when the path is difficult.

FIFTH: The heart’s contemplation of His Names and Attributes, witnessing and recognizing them, and wandering through the gardens of this knowledge3 and its foundations. Whoever knows Allah through His Names, Attributes, and Actions will inevitably love Him. Thus, the deniers of His Attributes, the Pharaoh-like people, and the Jahmiyyah (and people of innovation in general) became barriers preventing hearts from reaching the Beloved.

SIXTH: Observing His goodness, kindness, favors, and inward and outward blessings, for these call the servant to love Him.

SEVENTH: And this is among the most astonishing of them: the complete breaking and humbling of the heart before Allah تعالى. Words and expressions cannot fully describe this meaning.

EIGHTH: Secludingeself with Him at the time of the Divine descent, conversing with Him, reciting His words, standing before Him with the heart in proper servitude and manners, then concluding that with seeking forgiveness and repentance.

NINTH: Sitting with sincere lovers of Allah and gathering the finest fruits of their speech just as one carefully selects the finest fruits; and do not speak unless the benefit of speaking outweighs remaining silent, and you know that it will improve your state and benefit others.

TENTH: Distancing oneself from every cause that comes between the heart and Allah عز وجل.

Through these ten causes, the lovers reached the stations of love and entered upon the Beloved. The foundation of all of that rests upon two matters:

° The soul being prepared for this affair.
° The opening of the eye of spiritual insight.

And with Allah lies all success.

©Daru-I-Amni Qur'an and Sunnah institute.

05/03/2026

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04/03/2026

KEEP THE FASTING GOING…

✍ *Ibn al-Qayyim* (may Allah have mercy on him) said:

“Fasting is the bridle of the righteous, the shield of the warriors, and the spiritual training of the virtuous and those brought near to Allah. It is for the Lord of the worlds alone among all other deeds. The fasting person does not actively perform something; rather, he abandons his desires, his food, and his drink for the sake of the One he worships.

It is the abandonment of the soul’s beloved things and pleasures, giving preference to the love of Allah and His pleasure. It is a secret between the servant and Allah that none but Him can observe. People may see that he has left the outward nullifiers of the fast, but as for his leaving his food, drink, and desires for the sake of his Lord — that is something no human being can truly see. And that is the reality of fasting.”

*Zad al-Ma'ad* (2/34)

*Check yourself and renew your intention regularly. Sit and ask yourself these questions:*

1. Have I truly abandoned my food, drink, and desires for Allah?
2. Am I truly fasting for Allah?
3. Will I be among those who are forgiven and freed from Hellfire through this fast?
4. Do I consider that this might be my last Ramadan on the face of the earth?

There are still more days remaining in the month of Ramadan. Keep your worship going. Make sure you increase your good deeds as we approach the best nights of the year.

✍🏼 Buniyaminu Imam
(Abu A'isha)