Taleemul Haq (Teachings of Islam)
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Taleemul Haq (Teachings of Islam) 1 Taleemul Haq (Teachings of Islam) In the midst of growing influence of anti-Islamic, anti-natural and neckd western culture and ethos, the need of Islamic way of life is enormous for this material life here in this world. However, the codes and rulings of shariat, a complete code of life, are based on the success and development for both the life here and hereafter. Islam has given its ruling and commandments to all the spheres of our individual and social life. The book "TALIMUL HAQUE (THE TEACHINGS OF ISLAM)' however, has discussed on the basic principle and practices of Islam e.g. Iman (belief and faith), Salaah (prayer), Saum (fasting), Hajj (Pilgrimage to Makkah Mukarramah) and Zakat which is also popularly known as "five pillars of Islam". These are the basic teachings of Islam which every Muslim must be acquainted with and follow accordingly before he/she proceed for further duties and rights of Islam. This book has given a unique explanation on this very topic in details. It also includes decrees and suggestions about various extraordinary or compacted questions. The explanation given is in an easy and clear manner in the light and sprit of Qur'an and Sunnah. Special references of Hanafi viewpoints have been discussed as and where needed. The book was originally written for the Madrasa students but undoubtedly it is unique companion for him who is willing to learn the said basic teachings of Islam. In the last chapter, transliteration of important Arabic text has been added which will benefit those unfamiliar with the Arabic language or reading of its alphabets. We believe that this humble effort will benefit the readers in assimilating important teachings of Islam. At last we would like to express our gratitude to Mr. Mohd. Umar Gautam, Director - MMERC, New Delhi, whose hericulate and sublime efforts caused this book to come in this shape. May we request you all, to remember us in your prayers. WaSallam. Maulana Badruddin Ajmal Ali Al-Qasimi President, Markazul Ma-Arif Member, Majlis-e-Shoora, Darul Uloom, Deoband (India) Foreword By Hazrat Maulana Shaykh Muhammad Zakaria Saheb Khandelvi (Nawwaral laahu marqadahu.) 2 Sheikhul Hadith Saharanpur Muhajir Madinah Munawwarah. For the teaching of pupils at the Primary Madrsah as this compilation of a few publications called `Taleemul Haq' was given to this humble servant (of Allah) by its publishers. I heard extracts from a few places and found it to be very useful in its organizers. His pleasure and love and give them as much ability as possible to follow the footsteps of Rasulullah Sallallaahu- Alaihi-Wa-Sallam. May Allah Ta’aala grant the Muslims the concern for the education and correct upbringing of their children and save them from all mischief and problems and give each person a good death on his due time. Maulana Abdul Hafez, (Saheb) On behalf of: (Hazrat Sheikh) Muhammed Zakaria (Saheb) Stanger, Natal. South Africa. 28 Sha-baan, 1401 Hijri. 1 July, 1981 (Hazrat Sheikh) Muhammed Zakaria (Saheb) was born on Thursday 11th of Ramadan 1315 Hijri (2/2/1898) Passed away at Madinah Munawwarah on Monday the 1st of Sha-baan 1402 corresponding to 24th May 1982 (Allah Ta'aala fill his qabr with Noor) AMEEN. Foreword By Masihu Ummat Hazrat Maulana Shah Muhammed Masihullah Khan Saheb Sherwani Principal Madrasa Arabia Miftahul Uloom, Jalalabad, INDIA We Praise Allah the great and Pray for Allah's blessings to His Noble Messenger. This humble person had an opportunity of visiting the press of Dawatul Haq - Taleemul Haq and was very pleased to note the clear printing and script. I was also very pleased to note that the books are free from pictures of animate objects. May Allah Ta-ala Grant the best of rewards (to its Publishers.) May Allah Ta-ala grant His constant favors to serve the Deen with peace and ease. WaSallam. 3 (Harat Maulana Muhammed Masihullah Saheb The Late Mohammed Masihullah Khan Saheb (R.A) passed away on Jalalabad at the age of 83 years. May Allah Ta’aala fill his Qabr with Noor. Umzinto, Natal, South Africa. 25 Rabi Ul Awwal 1399 A.H -Friday 23 February 1979 A.D. Foreword by Hazrat Mufti Mahmood Saheb (Grand Mufti of Darul Uloom Deoband, India) Glory be to Allah and Salutations on the Holy Prophet Mohammed, (S.A.W.) Masha-Allah this publication called ‘Talimul Haq’ has been written on a very good pattern. In it, the basic beliefs, practices, character and devotional aspects (of a Muslim’s life) have been explained. If children read, understand and practice accordingly then Insha-Allah their lives can be moulded according to the Sunnah and they will be safe from ignorance and being led astray. May Allah reward the writer and accept his service and grant as many people as possible the ability to have benefit from the publication. Aameen. (Mufti) Mahmood Saheb. (Grand Mufti of Darul Uloom, Deoband.) Stanger Natal. South Africa. 18 Ramadaan 1401. 20 July 1981. Foreword by Hazrat Mufti Wali Hassan Saheb Mufti Shaikul Hadith of Jamiatul Uloom of Islamia Allama Binnori Town Karachi 5, Pakistan To equip the youth of the Muslim Ummat with religious education and tranning is an important duty and whosever will take an active part in this field will be entitled to ample reward by Almighty Allah, Insha-Allah. The writer was pleased to note that Shabbir Ahmed Desai Soofi has commenced a very beneficial publication in Urdu and English called ‘Talimul Haq’ to educate the Muslim children in their beliefs and practices. 4 The rulings on Wuzu, Salaah, Fasting etc., have been explained in simple language and have been derived from Behishti Zewar and Talimul Islam. I persuaded through the early chapters of the publication and found the rulings correct in accordance with Islamic Fiqh (Theology). The printing is Nice. There is a great need for such publication in countries like South Africa. Due to the sincerity of the author the publication is ready. May Allah reward him and grant the youth of the Nation the ability to have benefit from it. (Mufti Wali Hasan (Saheb), Mufti and Sheikhul Hadith, Jamiatul Uloom al Islamia, Allama Binnori Town, Karachi 5, Pakistan Foreword by Maulana Younus, Patel (RA) Secretary of Jamiatul Ulama- Natal Republic of South Africa Sezela is peaceful little village on the South Coast of Natal. The magnificent sugar mill here had brought people of different faiths to this little village. It was the late Hajee Ebrahim E. Patel who drew up Hajee Shabbir Ahmed’s attention to the lack of any Islamic Mission work in this area. In the year 1968 it was at Sezela that Hajee Shabbir Ahmed, son of the late Soofi Ebrahim Desai of Umzinto commenced an effort to impart basic Islamic knowledge to both the adults and the children of the area. This effort proved a great success and within a short time other villages and towns like Lawson Estate, Malagazi, Renishaw, Park Rynie, Ixopo, Umkomaas, ets., could also boast of having a little Madrasa for their pupils. As most of the Madras’as were established at places where pupils had no background of elementary Islamic Education, a definite need was felt for the text book in simple English, which would serve as a guide to both the pupils and the staff. In the first chapter, the Taleemul Haq endeavors to explain to the beginners in simple language, the essential beliefs of a Muslim. Thereafter the laws governing Taharat, Ghusal, Tayammum and Salaah are explained in the subsequent chapters. In its compilation extensive use has been made of Mufti Muhammad Kifayatullah’s, Taleemul Islam and publications of the Watervaal Islamic Institute. Hajee Shabbir Ahmed is to be congratulated for the compiling, printing and publishing of Taleemul Haq. May Allah crown his efforts with success. (Maulana) Younus ER. Patal (RA) 225 Sayani Centre, Durban Natal 5 Foreword by Maulana Osman K. Kadwa Principal Madrasa Islamiah, Umzinto, Natal, Republic of South Africa In every age and era, whenever the character, knowledge and action began to decline and degenerate, Almightily Allah Ta’aala always inspired some individuals to make an effort for the upliftment of Ummat. In contemporary times, when generally the Muslim masses show indifference towards the basic fundamentals of Islam and are disinclined towards religious practices, Almighty Allah guided Hajji Shabbir Ahmed to publish the simplified, illustrated and easily understood “TALEEMUL HAQ”, under the guidance of the Ulama. Unlike other authors (publishers), he has not only undertaken the publishing of this book, but also teaches it. By the grace of Allah Ta’aala this book has been accepted by students as well as by the Ulama. Qari Ismail Desai (son of Hajee Shabbir Ahmed) has checked the references of the different Masaa’il, Corrected and amended the previous edition and has typesetted the entire book. Due to the simple language, illustrations, etc, Alhamdulillah many Madras’as here and abroad have included this Kitaab in their syllabuses. The blessings and Duaas of the pious have played a vital role in the acceptance of this book. May Allah Ta’aala accept these valuable efforts of the publisher and reward him immensely in both the worlds and make this great work a means of his salvation. I hope and pray that the Ummah at large, will benefit from this valuable contribution. Aameen. (moulana) Osman Kassim Kadwa. Principal : Madressa Islamiah. Umzinto, Natal. In the Name of Allah, The Most Merciful and Compassionate How a reading lesson should be taken First give the children a minute or two to look at the : Illustration and Dua's, then : Step 1 Teach the new words on the Blackboard (3 to 4 minutes) Step 2 Read through the whole lesson with the class, twice.