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Who is the Hand of Allah?
Some Muslims accuse the Shias of exaggerating the position of Ameerul Momineen (a.s.) and the Imams (a.s.). They claim that the Shias have invented merits for the Imams (a.s.). In their view, the Imams (a.s.) lacked any special characteristics and raising their status amounts to innovation as, they claim that the Holy Prophet (s.a.w.a.) himself was a mere mortal and lacked these merits – then how can the Imams (a.s.) possess such astonishing and amazing merits? As usual, they brand such titles for Ameerul Momineen Ali (a.s.) as Hand of Allah, Eye of Allah as polytheism (shirk).
We will reference a debate between a leading scholar of Islam to prove these merits for Ameerul Momineen (a.s.) and to establish beyond doubt that all Muslims acknowledge that the Imams (a.s.) with Ameerul Momineen (a.s.) in particular, possess these extraordinary merits and excellences, and these are not hollow claims and fabrications of the Shias.
Allamah Amini (r.a.) silences the critics
Allamah Amini(r.a.), the great scholar and author of the invaluable body of research Al-Ghadeer, attended a gathering during his journeys wherein one of the Sunni scholars challenged him.
Sunni scholar: You Shias exaggerate and elevate matters in the case of Ali b. Abi Talib (a.s. ). For example, you call him by the titles such as يَدُ الله (Hand of Allah) عَيْنُ الله (Eye of Allah), etc. To embellish a companion with such titles is not correct.
Allamah Amini (r.a.) without missing a beat countered: If Umar b. Khattab had described Ali (a.s.) with these titles, what would you have to say?
Sunni scholar: The saying of Umar would be sufficient proof for us.
Allamah Amini (r.a.) in the very gathering asked for an authentic Sunni book.They brought him the book as requested. Allamah Amini (r.a.) turned to the page where this narration was written:
A man, who was busy in circumambulating (tawaaf) the Holy Ka’bah, glanced at a woman in an undesirable manner. Ali b. Abi Talib (a.s.) saw him in this condition. He hit him with his hand and in this way sought to punish him. The man put his hand on his face and in a restless manner approached Umar b. Khattab with the intention of complaining against Ali b. Abi Talib (a.s.). He narrated the entire incident to Umar.
Umar replied: Certainly, the Eye of Allah saw and the Hand of Allah struck.
(The metaphor here is: The Eyes of Ali never err in what they see because the Eyes of Ali (a.s.) are the eyes which have been taught with the belief of Allah and such an eye can make no mistake. The hand of Ali (a.s.) does not move except to earn Allah’s satisfaction.)
When the Sunni scholar saw this tradition, he understood its implication and submitted to Allamah Amini (r.a.).
Indeed, just as terms like رُوْحُ الله (Soul of Allah) Prophet Isa (a.s.) underscore an honourable relationship (with Allah) and not with the implication that Allah has a soul, Hand of Allah يَدُ الله and Eye of Allah عَيْنُ الله are not to be taken literally and only highlight the position of the person embellished with the title.
Al-Nehaayah fi Ghareeb al-Hadith Wa al-Asar by Ibn Atheer, vol. 3 pg332
Al-Musannaf by Abdul Razzaq San’aani, vol.10 pg 410
Kanz al-Ummaal, vol. 5 pg 462
Tarikh Madinah Dimishq, vol. 17 pg 42
Jawaaher al-Matalib, vol. 1 pg199
Jaame al-Ahaadith, vol.26, p. 29
Jaame Moammir b. Raashid, vol. 1 pg 144
Lisan al-Arab vol 13 pg 309
Mudakhil fi al-loghat, Muhammad Abdul Wahid pg 49
Al Ambaa al-Mustataab by Ibn Sayyed al-Kul, pg 62 as narrated from Sharh Ehqaaq al-Haqq, vol. 8 pg 665 and vol31 page 498 and Zakhaaer al-Uqbaa pg 82
Simt al-Nujum al-Awali fi Anbaa al-Awaail, vol.2 pg28
Al-Riyaaz al-Nazarah, vol. 1 pg 247
Mukhtasar Tarikh Dimishq vol 3 pg 66
Al-Basaaer wa al-Zakhaaer, vol.1 pg 124 with slight variation
TENDER NOTICE FOR RUNNING PAKISTAN
It is generally believed that Pakistan was created for the Muslims of India. However, there is still debate in the country regarding the ideology of Pakistan. Some say that Pakistan came into being so unexpectedly that no one haNd the time to define its ideology. The state of Pakistan can be categorised as one of the following (or any combination thereof):
- Islamic
- Secular*
- Democratic
- Autocratic
- Militaristic
- Autistic
He announced that elections would take place in 90 days. However, the people were so pleased with the General that they beseeched him to stay. Being a true democrat the General could not turn down the request of the masses and decided to stay on to serve them. Just to make sure that he could serve the people with his full attention he declared that the pesky Mr. Bhutto had hanged himself in a fierce police encounter. Being a very hospitable man, he invited all the Muslim Afghan brethren to live in Pakistan. He also helped them fight the infidels from Russia. He had a rich uncle named Sam who provided the required finances.
2. Ensuring that containers are used for the sole purpose of transporting goods.
3. Banning spitting of phlegm, tobacco, niswar, and paan peek in public places and particularly on stairwells.
4. Removing all garbage strewn around the country and dumping it outside.
5. Arresting all the religious extremists and putting them in a rehabilitation centre run by Doctor Maulana Taqreerul Qadri.
6. Removing all the political talk show anchors and using them as anchors for the boats in the oily waters of Kaemari.
7. Changing the foreign policy from misaligned to non-aligned.
8. Eliminating the police force by making it mandatory for them to have a 32 inch waist.
9. Making Hijab mandatory for men and optional for women.
• Bidders from countries deemed to be more corrupt than Pakistan in the Transparency International Rankings will be subject to immediate disqualification.
• Bidders from previous colonising countries like Great Britain, The Netherlands, Belgium, Spain and France will be given preference.
• Bidders from the USA are not eligible to bid as they are already running the Government of Pakistan.
• Bidders from Nigeria need not apply.
• The language of the bids can be any as long as it is English.
• Influencing the bid evaluation process by means of bribery is strictly prohibited unless it is at least $50 million and made through proper channels.
• Tenders will be submitted in quadruplicate in hard copy by courier.
• As per normal procurement rules 10 per cent of the bid price will be deposited as “goodwill”
• Tenders will be submitted to the following address:
The Section Officer
Services and General Administration Division
Pakistan Secretariat
Islamabad
The Blessed Month of Rajab – 1434 AH (Begins probably on Sun – 12th May 2013)
The Month of Mercy, Blessings and Forgiveness from Allah swt
The Month of Rajab marks the beginning of the spiritual season for every believer
Ending with the end of the Fasting Month of Mahe Mubarak Ramadan with the festivities of Eid Al Fitr.
These three months (Rajab, Shaban, and Mahe Ramadhan) are unmatched in their significance and importance.
“Rajab is a great month of Allah, unmatched by any other month in respect and significance (accorded to it).
Verily, Rajab is Allah’s month, Sha’aban is my month and Ramadan Mubarak is the month of my Ummah.
Whosoever fasts a day in the month of Rajab will be granted the great reward &
the wrath of Allah shall be distanced and a door of the Hell shall be closed.”
Imam Musa Al Kazim (as) said:
Rajab is a great month, during which Allah (swt) multiplies the rewards of good deeds and omits the sins.
To develop spirituality and attain nearness to Allah swt
Some of the recommended Ibadats for the Month of Rajab Mubarak
Fasting
It is highly recommended to fast in this month of Rajab even for one day at least. A hadith says:
Whosoever fasts a day in Rajab, the fire of hell will be away from him a distance of one year’s journey,
and whosoever fasts 3 days in Rajab, (and provided he has attended to all his Islamic duties), will be entitled for Paradise.
It has been recorded that Imam Ali (as) used to fast the whole month of Rajab.
Seeking Forgiveness (Estighfaar)
The Prophet (saw) used to say:
Rajab is a month of seeking forgiveness, so seek forgiveness from Allah (swt);
He is verily the Forgiver, the Merciful. It is highly recommended to repeat ‘Astaghfirullaaha Wa’atubu Ilayhi’.
Sadaqa and Charity
There is a big reward for sadaqa and charity in the month of Rajab.
A’amals of the First Thursday of Rajab – Laylatur Raghaib
details attached herewith
Repeating Often – Repeat the following, as often and as much as possible
1]. ‘Laa ilaaha illa-Allah’
2]. ‘Astaghfirullaaha zul jalale wal Ikraam min jamee’ al zonoobe wal aathaam‘
3]. Sura Al Tawheed ‘Qul-ho-wallaho Ahad‘ which brings blessings on the reciter, his/her children, family and neighbours.
4]. It is recommended to recite ‘Qul-ho-wallaho Ahad‘ 100 times every Friday in the month of Rajab.
5]. Other Duas and A’amals mentioned @ www.Duas.org
Praise be to the Almighty and thanks to Him for granting us yet another opportunity
to cleanse ourselves of our sins and oversights
and providing us with an opportunity to attain His pleasure and nearness.
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Hadees on Marefat of Ahlul Bayt
Signs of Imam (as)
Imam Reza (as) said:
“There are signs of Imam. He is the most knowledgeable among all men and best judge among all men and the most pious among all men and foremost in patience among men and most brave among men and the most generous among men and the foremost in worshipping among men.”
“Imam is born circumcised and is pure and sees from behind just as he can see from the front. And does not have a shadow.”
“And when the Imam comes on the earth from his mother’s womb, keeps his hands on the ground and raises his voice reciting the Shahadatain.”
“Imam does not get wet dreams. His eyes sleep but his heart does not sleep.”
“He is a Muhaddass (talk to the angels). And the shield of Prophet Muhammad (saww) fits him.”
“And has more authority over the people then they themselfs. And is more compassionate on them then their fathers and mothers. And be the most Humble before Allah (swt) then all other men.”
“And his prayers are accepted, even if he calls upon a rock to be split into two.”
“And with him is the weapon of the Prophet (saww) and this sword Zulfiqar. And with him is the book in which are the names of his Shias until the day of Resurrection. And with him is the book in which are the names of his enemies until the day of Resurrection.”
“And with him is the Jaamia. And that is a book 70 cubits long and in that is all what is needed by the children of Adam. And with him is the Big Jafr and the Small Jafr made of skin of goat and skin of ram. In them are all the knowledge even the recompence of scratching and even for a one, half and one third. And with him is the Book of Fatema (sa).”
[Source: Man la Yahzarul Faqih Vol. 4 Pg.419]
Note: This Narration is Muwassaq/Reliable as per Sanad analysis due to Ahmad bin Muhammad bin Saeed Al-koofi being a Zaidi
Reality of the American Dream….wake up people!!!
At first I thought this was funny…then I realized the awful truth of it. Be sure to read all the way to the end!
Tax his land,
Tax his bed,
Tax the table
At which he’s fed.
Tax his tractor,
Tax his mule,
Teach him taxes
Are the rule.
Tax his work,
Tax his pay,
He works for peanuts
Anyway!
Tax his cow,
Tax his goat,
Tax his pants,
Tax his coat.
Tax his ties,
Tax his shirt,
Tax his work,
Tax his dirt.
Tax his tobacco,
Tax his drink,
Tax him if he
Tries to think.
Tax his cigars,
Tax his beers,
If he cries,
then tax his tears.
Tax his car,
Tax his gas,
Find other ways
To tax his ass.
Tax all he has
Then let him know
That you won’t be done
Till he has no dough.
When he screams and hollers,
Then tax him some more,
Tax him till
He’s good and sore.
Then tax his coffin,
Tax his grave,
Tax the ground in
Which he’s laid.
Put these words
upon his tomb,
‘Taxes drove me to my doom…’
When he’s gone,
Do not relax,
It’s time to apply
The inheritance tax.
Accounts Receivable Tax
Building Permit Tax
CDL license Tax
Cigarette Tax
Corporate Income Tax
Dog License Tax
Excise Taxes
Federal Income Tax
Federal Unemployment Tax (FUTA)
Fishing License Tax
Food License Tax
Fuel Permit Tax
Gasoline Tax (42 cents per gallon)
Gross Receipts Tax
Hunting License Tax
Inheritance Tax
Inventory Tax
IRS Interest Charges IRS Penalties (tax on top of tax)
Liquor Tax
Luxury Taxes
Marriage License Tax
Medicare Tax
Personal Property Tax
Property Tax
Real Estate Tax
Service Charge Tax
Social Security Tax
Road Usage Tax
Sales Tax
Recreational Vehicle Tax
School Tax
State Income Tax
State Unemployment Tax (SUTA)
Telephone Federal Excise Tax
Telephone Federal Universal Service Fee Tax
Telephone Federal, State and Local Surcharge Taxes
Telephone Minimum Usage Surcharge Tax
Telephone Recurring and Non-recurring Charges
Telephone State and Local Tax
Telephone Usage Charge Tax
Utility Taxes
Vehicle License Registration Tax
Vehicle Sales Tax
Watercraft Registration Tax
Well Permit Tax
Workers Compensation Tax
STILL THINK THIS IS FUNNY?
Not one of these taxes existed 100 years ago, and our nation was the most
prosperous in the world.
We had absolutely no national debt, had the largest middle class in the
world, and Mom stayed home to raise the kids.
What in the hell happened? Can you spell ‘politicians!’
And I still have to ‘press 1’ for English!?
I hope this goes around THE USA at least 100 times!
GO AHEAD – – – **BE AN AMERICAN!**
Provoking Thoughts 