[Ep 21] What The Prophets Left Behind | Sh. Suleiman Hani #Ramadan2023
Love and Devotion to Allah and His Messenger
The importance of actions over words in proving love and devotion to Allah and His messenger. The Prophet's connection to the Quran as an example for attaining immense reward with Allah.
Connecting to the Quran out of Love for the Messenger
- The Prophet memorized and reviewed the Quran with Angel Jibril every year, connecting to the Quran out of love for The Messenger is one way to attain immense reward with Allah.
- In the messenger of Allah, we have an excellent example for those who hope in Allah and remember Him with much remembrance.
- One time a companion passed by a marketplace in Medina where he heard that the inheritance of Prophet Muhammad was being distributed. He urged people at the market to go take their share, which was actually knowledge of Islam.
Seeking Knowledge as Inheritance
- The inheritance left behind by prophets is not material possessions but rather knowledge.
- Whoever takes a path upon which to obtain knowledge is busy in the cause of Allah until he returns from his journey from his quest.
- Seeking knowledge with a sincere intention for the sake of Allah is highly recommended.
Companionship with the Quran
- Companionship with the Quran is a lifestyle that requires high priority in goals and schedule.
- There is nothing better than seeking knowledge with a sincere intention for the sake of Allah.
- Sacrificing time on companionship with the Quran brings mankind out of darknesses into light, faith, and clarity.
Conclusion
Submitting to Allah requires companionship with the Quran, which is attained through seeking knowledge with a sincere intention.
Advice for Learning the Quran
In this section, the speaker gives advice to those who want to follow in the footsteps of the Prophet by learning the Quran.
Tips for Learning the Quran
- The speaker advises those who want to learn the Quran to do so with sincerity and a pure heart.
- It is important to approach learning with humility and a willingness to be corrected.
- Consistency is key when it comes to learning, so it's important to set aside time each day for study.
- The speaker emphasizes that it's not just about memorizing words, but understanding their meanings and applying them in daily life.