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Tuesday, 06 Jumaaduth Thaani 1432 H / 10 May 2011
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Man Models Himseld after His Companion
Abu Musa Al-Ash'ari Radiyallahu anhu reported that Nabi Sallallahu Alaihi Wa Sallam has said: "The example of a good companion and a bad one is the bearer of musk and the worker on the bellows. A bearer of musk would give you some, you might buy some from him, or you might enjoy the fragrance of his musk. The worker on the bellows, on the other hand, might spoil your clothes with sparks from his bellows, or you get a bad smell from him." (Al-Bukhari and Muslim)
Nabi Sallallahu alaihi Wa Sallam uses an effective example to bring to the hearer's conception the impact of good company and bad company.
A good companion is compared to a musk seller or a perfume seller.
A perfume seller might give you some of his fragrance, and a good companion might give you some good advice or a useful tip. A perfume seller can be useful by selling you some of his musk, and a good friend can be useful by responding readily to your demand for help in any matter, mundane or religious. At the very least, a musk seller is nice to have around, even without being beneficial in any practical way, as the pleasant smell emanating from his direction is a pleasure in itself. Similarly, a good companion is at least useful to you for your good name and the pleasure of good company. Just to feel his presence improves your spirits.
In contrast, a bad companion is comparable to a worker on the bellows. If you come close to the bellows, sparks might hit your clothing and make holes in them. Even at some distance, you will feel the stench of burning. Your only hope is in keeping away from the horrid smell. And it is the same way with a bad companion; if you are close to him and identify with him, you will take over some of his perversity, and your character will be harmed, just as your clothes will be spoiled if you come too close to a worker on the bellows. Even if you remain safe from the influence of a bad companion, you cannot escape people talking about you for consorting with bad company. You cannot even be sure that such a person will not adversely affect you in the end.
The following verses from the Qur'an are self explanatory:
"And incline not to those who do wrong, or the fire will seize you" [Hud 11:113)
"Therefore, shun those who turn away from Our remembrance and desire nothing but the life of this world." [An-Najm 53:30]
In another place, the Qur'an directs a believer to seek the company of the well guided.
"Restrain thyself along with those who call on their Lord morning and evening seeking His face." [Al-Kahf 18:28]
On the authority of Abu Hurairah, also corroborates the same concept:
"Man models himself after his companion; so let each one of you see who he chooses for companion"
Q.
Explain Salaatut Tahajjud?
A. Salaatut Tahajjud is an optional (Nafl) Salaah that
is performed late at night. It is a very powerful method of attaining
blessings and forgivness from Allah Ta'aala. The time for this Salaah
starts after one has performed his/her Esha Salaah and terminates with
the termination of Sehri. Usage of the word 'Sehri' in the previous
sentence does not mean that this Salaah is only performed during Ramaadaan.
The time of Sehri continues throughout the year and when Sehri terminates
the time of Fajr sets in.
Q.
Explain the method of performing Salaatut Tahajjud?
A. Salaatut Tahajjud is performed like all the other
Salaat. The minimum number of Rakaats is 2 and the maximum is 12. It
can be performed in units of 2 or 4 Rakaats. Duaa after this Salaah
is readily accepted.
Q.
What are the virtues of this Salaah?
A. It is not possible to mention all the virtues however
we will mention just a few…
Nabi Sallallahu Alaihi Wa Sallam has said: "2 Rakaats in the late hours of the night are more valuable than the riches of the world...if it were not for fear of hardship upon my followers I would have made it Fardh (obligatory)."
Nabi Sallallahu alaihi Wa Sallam has said: "When the last of the night remains, our Rabb, the glorious one, descends towards the heavens of the world (His special mercy) and proclaims: Who is there to supplicate to me, so that I can grant his supplication? Who is there who begs of me so I may grant it to him? Who is there who seeks my forgiveness so that I can forgive him?" (Bukhari, Muslim)
Q.
Is it necessary to sleep to sleep before performing Salaatut Tahajjud?
A. No, it is not necessary to sleep. If a person knows
that he will not wake up late at night he can perform Tahajjud before
he retires to bed. However the reward will be much greater and the true
benefit will be attained if a person wakes up late at night and performs
this Salaah.
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| Zuhr |
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12:15 |
12:49 |
| Asr |
15:11 |
14:54 |
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15:37 |
| Asr |
15:57 |
15:38 |
15:52 |
16:20 |
| Sunset |
17:32 |
17:14 |
17:26 |
17:57 |
| Maghrib |
17:36 |
17:18 |
17:30 |
18:01 |
| Esha |
18:52 |
18:37 |
18:56 |
19:09 |
| Sehri Ends Fajr begins |
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* ANCYL leader Julius Malema told an election rally in Kimberley that all white people should be regarded as criminals for stealing land from black people.
* Nabbed: 2 of SA's most wanted. On Friday, they were wanted in connection with bank robberies. A mere 48 hours later, Khumbulani "KB" Sibanda, 37, and a man known only as "Ogies" were behind bars.
* The SA Human Rights Commission is discussing a report about 1600 toilets in a Free State municipality which have been left without enclosures for the past eight years.
* Al-Qaida has confirmed the death of its leader, Osama bin Laden, and vowed vengeance, pledging in a statement posted on militant websites that his blood "will not be wasted".
* Egyptian media accused "anti-revolutionaries" of trying to trigger sectarian conflict, as a top cleric warned the country could be engulfed in civil war.
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Delightful chicken with garlic cloves, vinegar and pepper garnished with lemon, and basil.
Ingredients:
4
chicken Breast Halves (skinless and boneless)
2 Garlic Cloves (minced)
2 tblsp Lemone Juice
1 tsp Paprika
Salt and Pepper according to taste
2 tblsp Margarine or Butter
½ tsp Lemon Zest (grated)
How
to make lemon garlic chicken:
Drizzle chicken with salt, paprika and pepper. In a skillet melt butter
or margarine over medium-high heat. Combine chicken to skillet when pan
becomes hot. Fry chicken on each side till it is slightly browned: it
takes about 2-3minutes. Place the chicken on a baking sheet. Sprinkle
half of the lemon juice over the chicken. Bake it in a preheated oven
to 400 degrees for 5 minutes. Mix garlic to the hot pan and fry till it
appears brown in color; it will take about 1 to 2 minutes. Combine lemon
zest to the pan after 2 minutes. Reduce by half, then cover it and set
aside. Combine lemon juice over the chicken once again. Pour the remaining
lemon juice over the chicken once again. Bake for another 5 minutes. Take
it out. Place chicken over dish of rice. Spoon the sauce on it. Garnish
with some lemon-twists, sage or basil.
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Drive Through ATM Procedures
Please note that Banks are installing new "Drive-through" teller machines. Customers will be able to withdraw cash without leaving their vehicles. To enable customers to use this new facility the following procedures have been drawn up.
MALE PROCEDURE
1 Drive up to the cash machine. 2 Put down your car window. 3 Insert card into machine and enter PIN. 4 Enter amount of cash required and withdraw. 5 Retrieve card, cash and receipt. 6 Put window up. 7 Drive off.
FEMALE PROCEDURE
1 Drive up to cash machine. 2 Reverse back the required amount to align car window to machine. 3 Set parking Brake, Put the window down. 4 Find handbag, remove all contents onto passenger seat to locate card. 5 Turn the radio down. 6 Attempt to insert card into machine. 7 Again, Attempt to insert card into machine. 8 Open car door to allow easier access to machine due to its excessive distance from the car. 9 Insert card. 10 Re-insert card the right side up 11 Dig through handbag to find diary with your PIN written on the inside back page. 12 Enter PIN. 13 Press cancel and re-enter correct PIN. 14 Enter amount of cash required. 15 Check make up in rear view mirror. 16 Retrieve cash and receipt. 17 Empty handbag again to locate wallet and place cash inside. 18 Place receipt in back of checkbook. 19 Re-check make-up again. 20 Drive forwards 2 feet. 21 Reverse back to cash machine. 22 Retrieve card. 23 Re-empty hand bag, locate card holder, and place card into the slot provided. 24 Give stern look to irate drivers queuing behind. 25 Restart stalled engine and pull off. 26 Drive for 2 to 3 miles. 27 Release Hand Brake.
Well....I guess opposites attract!
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