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Dars e Hadith (Mishkat al-Masabih)
24 parts· 7h 56m·lecture
This series explores the foundational principles of Islam, Iman, and Ihsan through the study of narrations from Mishkat al-Masabih. Mufti Zahid Hussain guides students through the pillars of the faith, the significance of the Kalima, and the essential requirements for salvation and entry into Jannah.
In this series
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Dars 1 - Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussainlecture· 24 minThe work defines a Hadith as consisting of three distinct categories of the Prophet Muhammad’s life: his speech (Aqwal), his actions (Af'al), and his tacit approvals (Taqriri). It emphasizes that the chain of narrators (Isnad) is an essential component of the religion, serving as the necessary verification to ensure… - 2
Dars 2 - Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussainlecture· 19 minThis lecture details the foundational concepts of Islam, iman, and ihsan as presented in the tradition of the Prophet Muhammad. It explains that Islam consists of the shahada, the five daily prayers, zakat, fasting in Ramadan, and the Hajj for those with the physical and financial means to perform it. Iman is defined… - 3
Dars 3 - Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussainlecture· 26 minThis lecture provides an explanation of the Hadith-e-Jibril, a foundational narration in which the Angel Jibril appears to the Prophet Muhammad in human form to instruct the companions on the core components of the religion. The work details the three levels of faith—Islam, Iman, and Ihsan—and emphasizes the necessity… - 4
Dars 5 - Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussainlecture· 22 minIslam is built upon five pillars, which are likened to the supports of a building that must remain firm for an individual's faith to be secure. These pillars are the Shahadah (testimony of faith), the establishment of salah (prayer), the giving of zakah (alms), the performance of Hajj (pilgrimage), and the fasting of… - 5
Dars 6 - Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussainlecture· 25 minThis lecture details the nature of Haya (shame/modesty) as a faculty of Iman (faith), the definition of a complete Muslim, and the necessity of loving the Prophet Muhammad more than anyone else. It distinguishes between innate modesty and the modesty born of faith, and clarifies the requirements for being considered a… - 7
Dars 7 - Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussainlecture· 28 minThe teachings presented here focus on the nature of iman (faith), the requirements for attaining its sweetness, and the necessity of absolute devotion to the Prophet Muhammad. The text establishes that faith is not merely an intellectual acceptance of Islam but a state of being where one’s desires are subordinated to… - 8
Dars 8 - Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussainlecture· 27 minBelief in the Prophet Muhammad and everything he brought is a fundamental requirement of Islam. This obligation is established by the Prophet’s declaration that anyone who hears of his message—whether Jew or Christian—and dies without accepting it is among the people of the Fire (0:18). The status of a belief as a… - 9
Dars 9 - Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussainlecture· 21 minThis lecture addresses the criteria for identifying a Muslim and the nature of Islamic warfare, specifically refuting the belief that Islam mandates the killing of those who do not accept the faith. It emphasizes that the Prophet Muhammad’s military engagements were defensive in nature, undertaken to protect the… - 10
Dars 10 - Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussainlecture· 15 minThis lecture examines the interpretation of hadith regarding the essential obligations of Islam, the nature of religious propagation, and the significance of specific geographical regions in prophetic tradition. It explores the meaning of a companion’s vow to neither increase nor decrease the religious duties… - 11
Dars 11 - Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussainlecture· 21 minThis lecture details two specific narrations from the Mishkat al-Masabih concerning the obligations of Islam and the arrival of delegations to the Prophet Muhammad. It clarifies the geographical identity of Najd as the higher ground near modern-day Riyadh, distinguishing it from Iraq, and explains the historical… - 12
Dars 12 - Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussainlecture· 21 minThe work details the instructions given by the Prophet Muhammad to the delegation of the tribe of Abdul Qais, focusing on the core tenets of faith and the prohibition of specific containers used for alcoholic beverages. It explains that the Prophet commanded the delegation to believe in Allah alone, establish prayer,… - 13
Dars 13 - Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussainlecture· 22 minThe work details the Prophet Muhammad’s counsel to a group of women on the day of 'Eid, emphasizing the importance of charity as a means of seeking forgiveness and protection from the Fire. It addresses the Prophet’s observation regarding the majority of the inhabitants of Hell, attributing this to two specific… - 14
Dars 14 - Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussainlecture· 17 minThe work details the conditions of the bay'ah (oath of allegiance) taken by the companions of the Prophet Muhammad, as narrated by Sayyiduna Ubadah ibn Samit. It emphasizes that the Prophet sat in a circle (halaqa) with his companions to establish these core tenets of the Sharia. The text frames these prohibitions as… - 15
Dars 15 - Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussainlecture· 25 minThis teaching details specific actions and statements that constitute rejection of and verbal abuse toward Allah. It emphasizes the necessity of recognizing Allah’s transcendence and purity from human attributes, such as having children or partners. The material also addresses the proper use of tasbih and the… - 16
Dars 16 - Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussainlecture· 24 minThis lecture details the rights of Allah and His servants, the nature of divine provision, and the importance of maintaining faith through religious practice. It emphasizes that while Allah grants sustenance and protection to all, including those who reject Him, believers are obligated to worship Him exclusively and… - 17
Dars 17 - Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussainlecture· 13 minThe teachings presented focus on the significance of the Kalima (the declaration of faith) and the necessity of maintaining it until death, alongside the relationship between faith and religious practice. The work emphasizes that the Kalima serves as a guarantee for entry into Paradise for any believer who remains… - 18
Dars 18 - Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussainlecture· 22 minThe work teaches that the fundamental requirement for entering Paradise is to die with Iman (faith), which involves testifying to the Kalima—"La ilaha ill-Allah Muhammadur-Rasulullah"—with the tongue, believing it in the heart, and remaining firm upon it. This testimony is described as a key to Paradise, provided that… - 19
Dars 19 - Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussainlecture· 17 minThe work details the fundamental requirements for attaining Paradise and avoiding the Fire, emphasizing the necessity of both obligatory acts and specific voluntary deeds. It clarifies that the five pillars of Islam—worshiping Allah without shirk, establishing prayer, giving zakat, fasting in Ramadan, and performing… - 20
Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussain | Dars 1 | Ramadan 1445lecture· 18 minThis lecture details the promise of Paradise for those who hold firm to the testimony of faith, while clarifying the necessity of sincere belief and righteous action. It emphasizes that the declaration of la ilaha illallahu Muhammadur Rasulullah serves as a guarantee against remaining in the fire of Hell forever,… - 21
Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussain | Dars 2 | Ramadan 1445lecture· 15 minThe keys to the doors of Jannah are identified as the shahada, the testimony that there is no one worthy of worship but Allah. This testimony is a prerequisite for entering through any of the various doors of Jannah, whether they are associated with fasting, salah, zakat, or hajj. Without the shahada, these doors… - 22
Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussain | Dars 3 | Ramadan 1445lecture· 12 minThe Kalima Shahada serves as the key to Jannah, but its efficacy depends on the "teeth" of the key, which represent the entirety of Islamic belief and practice. Faith is not merely the verbal declaration of la ilaha illallah Muhammadur Rasulullah, but requires adherence to the middle path, avoiding both deficiency and… - 23
Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussain | Dars 4 | Ramadan 1445lecture· 13 minThis lecture details the signs of faith and sin, the essence of Islam as a social and moral practice, and the virtues of patience and forgiveness. It emphasizes that a believer’s internal state is naturally attuned to distinguish right from wrong, and that when external guidance is ambiguous, one should consult the… - 24
Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussain | Dars 7 | Ramadan 1445lecture· 12 minThe work presents a series of questions posed by Sayyiduna Amr ibn Abasa to the Messenger of Allah, sallallahu alaihi wasallam, regarding the most virtuous forms of various Islamic practices and states of being. It defines the foundational elements of faith and conduct, emphasizing the importance of character, speech,… - 25
Dars-e-Hadith by Mufti Zahid Hussain | Dars 8 | Ramadan 1445lecture· 18 minThis lecture details the conditions for forgiveness and the essential components of a complete iman (faith) as narrated in hadith traditions. It emphasizes that while certain acts are fundamental to salvation, they must be accompanied by adherence to the entire shari'ah. The teaching further outlines the internal and…