Friday, March 8, 2013

Sayings of The Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW)



People from the time of Adam onward are as equal as the teeth of a comb. Arabs are not superior to non Arabs, nor are Red skinned people better than Blacks. No superiority or virtue exists except in terms of Piety.

Hail to those who are so concerned with improving their own faults, that they abstain from preoccupation with the flaws of other believers.

He, who is a parasite to others, shall be condemned in the eyes of God, the Almighty.

The Quest for knowledge I cherish, superior to God's worship.

The most virtuous from among you are those privileged with scrupulous manners. Likewise, they associate with others; while they also get along with them.

He who indulges in a task without proper knowledge will deteriorate rather than improve the case.

He, who betrays the vicious deed of another in public, it is as though he has initiated the evil act himself.

Do not argue with your brother, nor depress him with sarcastic humor, and do not make a promise so as to fail in fulfilling your covenant.

Whensoever you are presented with a gift, make efforts to return the deed; if it is beyond your ability express your gratitude in words.

Do not set up to accomplish a virtuous deed pretentiously, However, do not abandon righteousness due to shyness.

Whomsoever initiates a graceful tradition; shall be rewarded as long as that tradition is sustained.

There is no good in extravagance  however, there can never be extravagance in good deeds.

Opportunities slide away like clouds.

Victory is gained by resolution and determination.

During the days of your life, divine breezes will blow, so watch out for them.

Establish contact with those who have severed relations with you, and be good to those who have treated you badly.

He who covets another's property, his sorrow shall be prolonged.

Whenever a wise and sincere man advises you, take heed and welcome it gladly.

There are two characteristics which cannot be found together in a believer; Avarice and a Vicious temper.

Blessed be those who spend their excess wealth and abstain from excessive talk.

He who calls upon his fellow Believer without their being any need, is destined to be among God's visitors.

Whomsoever satisfies the need of a fellow Believer God shall meet his many needs.

The most vicious among all men is he who is respected out of fear.

I restrain you from three traits of character: Envy, Avarice and Arrogance.

The true Muslim is the one from whose hand and tongue other Muslims are safe.

Excessive requests from people lead to humiliation.

Beware of obstinacy; since it begins with foolishness and ends in regret.

Whatever you hate for yourself hate for others, and whatever you like for yourself , like for your brother.

Adopt a cordial attitude towards your relatives and neighbours and with whomever you keep company and associate.

There is no worship like Meditation, and there is no support more sure.

Beware of too much laughter, since it mortifies the heart.

Appreciate five things before five others: Your Youth before your Old age, Your Health before your illness, Your Wealth before your Poverty, Your Spare Time before your hard work and Your Life before Death.

T'is better to associate with a good friend  than to remain in solitude, while being alone is better than dealing with a vicious companion.

Be neither a fault finder, an eulogist, a defamer nor a wrangler.

Social gatherings should be marked by good faith, divulging the secret of a friend is breach of faith.

I restrain you from abandoning your fellow Believers: Though in case you are obliged to do so, it should not last for more than three days.

He who is in  a position to administer punishment should all the more be encouraged to forgive.

The best of men is he who refrains from that which does not concern him.

The best attire of man is severity associated with faith.

Take care not to abuse a Muslim, or accuse an honest man of lying.

There is no quicker way to receive punishment than by committing an outrage.


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