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Laylatul Qadr: the Night of Power

The month of Ramadhan has been singled out for special worship (`Ibadat) and exclusive favours. It is a month unlike other months. One reason for this, as defined by the Qur'an, is because the Holy Qur'an was revealed in this month. Says Allah in Sura al­Baqarah: The month of Ramadhan, that in which the Qur'an was sent down; a guidance for mankind, and clear signs of guidance and distinction (2:185). In fact, according to a hadith of the 6th Imam (a), the other holy books were also revealed in this month.

Among the nights of Ramadhan is one special night, which is better than a thousand months (HQ, 97:3). Good deeds performed on that single night are equal to those performed over a thousand months. It is the Night of Power (Laylatul Qadr), when the Qur'an was revealed. Some commentators believe it was the night when the Qur'an was brought down from Baytul M`amur (Heavenly abode), for Jibrael to reveal in parts to the Prophet (s). Others say it was the night when the Prophet received the entire Qur'an, but was asked to transmit it as and when the occasion demanded.

Laylatul Qadr is a celebration to commemorate the arrival of the final guidance for humans. It is a tribute to the commencement of the message revealed to mankind by their Creator, a message which shows them the way to achieve happiness in both the worlds. Just as the arrival of a child is celebrated, on its birth and then every year, as a bringer of joy and fulfilment for the family, Laylatul Qadr is celebrated as a bringer of light and guidance for mankind. Unlike the birthday which is celebrated with a feast for the senses, Laylatul Qadr includes a feast for the spirit, a feast of worship and prayers.

Some Ahadith indicate that the fate of every believer for the coming year is decreed on this night. That is why the Du`as for this night ask for special favours in the decree for the year. Believers are encouraged to stay awake the entire night, and pray for blessings and forgiveness. It is the holiest night of the year, and it would be unwise to be heedless of the tremendous benefits of this night.

Ramadhan Time Table for MUMBAI

Eidul Fitr Prayers

Eidul Fitr Prayers
It is considered by tradition to be an obligatory [Wajib - prayer, though technically it is an optional prayer with the injunction that it is preferable to offer even if optional (Sunnat-e-Muvakkadah)].
This prayer is Sunnat during the period of occultation of the Imam-e-Zamana(a.s.). Ghusl (Purification Bath) on Eid day is sunnat, which should preferably be taken under a shelter and not under the open sky.
Before offering Eid prayers it is recommended to have a breakfast of dates. The specified time of Eid prayer is between sunrise and the sun"s initial decline (Zawal).
If this prayer happens to be missed it cannot be offered late as "Qaza". Women are exempted from this prayer. The Prayer of Eid-ul-fitr can be performed individually if one has missed the Jama"at.

Takbir before Namaz-e-Eid: "Allaaho Akbar, Allaaho Akbar, Laa Ilaaha Illallaah Wallaaho Akbar, Allaaho Akbar, Wa lillaahil Hamd. Alhamdulillah Alaa Maa Hadaanaa Walahu Shukr Alaa Maa Aulana."

This prayer consists of two Rakats. Niyyat (Intention) should be in these words: "I resolve to offer two Rakats Namaz-e-Eid, Sunnat Qurbatan Ellallah". This should be followed by "Takbir" (Allah-Ho-Akber). In the first Rakat after Sura "Al-Hamd", recite Sura "Ala" or The Most High. Then five times Dua-e-Qunoot, followed by Ruku and then Sajda.

Then up again for the second Rakat. In the second Rakat after Sura "Al-Hamd" recite Sura "Shams" or The Sun and four times "Dua-e-Qunoot". After this the namaz should be completed like the Morning Prayer.
Pray the Eid prayers.

It is advisable to pray the Eid prayers in the open ground in congregation. If prayed in congregation the rules of "congregational prayers" should be followed.) It is a 2 Rak-a't Salaat.

Stand erect, still and humble. Say Takbeeratul Ih'raam (Allahu Akbar). Make "Niyyat":

"I Pray 2 Rak-a't Salaat ul Eid (Fit'r or Ad'haa), seeking nearness to Allah, in His obedience".

First Rak-a't
(i)Recite Soorah Al Faatih'ah, and Soorah Al Aa'-laa.
(ii)Say Allaahu Akbar
(iii)Then recite the following Qunoot:

للهم اهل الكبرياء و العظمة و اهل الجود والجبروت و اهل العفو والرحمة و اهل التقوي والمغفرة اسئلك بحق هذا اليوم الذي جعلته للمسلين عيدا و لمحمد صلي الله عليه و آله ذخرا و مزيدا ان تصلي علي محمد و ال محمد و ان تدخلني في كل خير ادخلت فيه محمدا و ال محمد و ان تخرجني من كل سوء اخرجت منه محمدا و ال محمد صلواتك عليه و عليهم اللهم اني اسئلك خير ما سئلك عبادك الصالحون و اعوذ بك
(Please remember that the above noted(ii) and (iii) have to be rcited, one after the other, 5 times).
(iv)Then say the 6th Takbeer and perform Rukoo and Sujood of the first Rak-a't.
Second Rak-a't
(i)Recite Soorah Al Faatih'ah, and Soorah Ash-Shams.
(ii)Say Takbeer (Allahu Akbar) and Qunoot 4 times, one after the other.

Learn Holy Qur'an in 5 Hours

Learn to read the Holy Qur'an in 5 hours. Yes, it is possible and very simple. One hour daily for 5 days.
Hujjatul Islam Maulana Me'raj Mahdi sahab is conducting this course this Ramadhan in Mahim and Mughal Masjid (Bhendi Bazaar). People those who know nothing about Arabic and its reading, even cannot identify the alphabets can enroll in this class and start reading the Holy Qur'an in 5 days.
Below is the video, Maulana sahab is explaining about it. Those who would like to know more can call on his mobile 09987211854

Iftaar in Mashhad, Iran

Welcome: The Month of Ramadhan

30th day of Shaban is called Yamul Shak (doubtful day) if you do not receive news about Ramadan moonsighting on 29th evening or before the end of 30th day.
It is haram to fast on 30th Shaban with the niyat intention of 1st of Ramadan.
It is Mustahab to keep fast on 30th Shaban but the Niyyat (intention) should be either
(a) with the Niyyat of Mafiz-zimma (to discharge my responsibility), or
(b) with the Niyyat of any Qaza fast of previous Ramadan, if any, or
(c) with the Niyyat of Mustahab Shaban fast.
If you do a double Niyyat of fasting (i.e. 30th Shaban or 1st Ramadan), then such a Niyyat is wrong according Ayatullah Khui, but it is OK according to Ayt Khomeini and Ayt Seestani.
If you are fasting on 30th Shaban, and if, at any time on that day, you get the news of moon sighting of 29th Shaban, then you must immediately change Niyyat to Niyyat of 1st of Ramadan.
If you have fasted on 30th Shaban (with any Niyyat), and afterwards you come to know that it was 1st of Ramadan, then your fast will automatically be counted as fast of 1st of Ramadan.
If you are not fasting on 30th Shaban, then following actions are necessary on you:
(a) If you get the news after sunset of 30th Shaban or later that the moon had been actually sighted on evening of 29th Shaban, then you have to keep Qaza of 1st Ramadan after the month of Ramadan.
(b) If you get the news of moon sighting after Zawal time (Islamic mid-day), then it is haram to eat or drink or do anything, which is not allowed during fasting from that time onward until Iftar time on that day, and you have to do Qaza of 1st of Ramadan later on.
(c) If you get the news of moon sighting before Zawal time (Islamic mid-day), then
    (i) if you have not eaten or drunk anything or done anything which breaks fast, you must immediately do the Niyyat of fasting of Ramadan for  that day,
   (ii) if you have eaten or drunk something or have done anything which breaks fast, then you have to act as if fasting for the rest of the day, and then do Qaza of 1st of Ramadan later on.

Eid 'ul Fitr, Tomorrow

Eid'ul Fitr will be celebrated tomorrow as it is 1st of the month of Shawwal.

Fitrah amount for tomorrow is Rs.78.00 as per used by an average resident of Mumbai or equivalent of 3kgs of wheat grains one uses at home.

The Rulings according to the Fatawa of Ayatullah Al-Udhma Seyyid Ali Al-Husaini Seestani, Dama Dhilluhu

1) Payment of Fitra becomes Wajib (obligatory) after sunset on the eve of Eid'ul Fitr on a person who is:  

•   Baligh (attained puberty),
•   Aqil (sane),
•   And is not needy, not indigent
•   Not unconscious  

for all dependants wherever and whoever they are irrespective of age & belief. 

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Merits of a Fasting Believer

New Moon of Shawwal

Oh no, the new moon was not sighted in many countries and was sighted in many.
Again an issue for debate between literate and illiterate, scholars and professionals, wealthy and unhealthy, rozadaar and non-rozadaar. Everyone is trying to prove their point. Some opine that it is contradiction. Some lament about the Unity of Ummah. Some blame the representatives of Ayatullahs. Some have ill feeling for the Jama'at decision. etc. etc.

So, Click on the LINK for the answers and visit this SITE

Hujjatol Islam Janab Maqsud Mawlayee

Teacher in Qom Islamic seminary, H.I. Maqsud Mawlayee had his 2nd visit to India. Last Ramadhan he was in Bangalore city and this year he is visiting Mumbai. He went around mainly in the South of the city. Fotowat (Darbare Husaini), Moghul Masjid, Imamia Masjid, Shia Jame' Masjid in Dongri, Kesar Baugh etc. He visited Zainabia on 24th Ramadhan where we had a opportunity to talk to him.
He found the city very adorable. Monineen very warm and welcoming. As he was among the believers during the three Laylatul Qadr, he was nostalgic to see them engrossed in A'maal, crying and seeking forgiveness from Allah, fully awake for all the sacred nights. He confessed that he felt that as if he was in Qom, just like the Haram of Hadhrat Masuma (s.a.), where he had seen the same kind of ebaadat. He also found the momineen of the city very religious and committed. He was very happy over here.
But, he was disturbed a bit that there is a GAP in the relations between Shias and Sunnis over here, while it is not so in Iran. He felt that the Wahhabis are trying very hard to widen this gap. The Shias and Sunnis should be very careful, as these Wahhabis are working for their real masters (US & Israel).
Janab Maqsud Mawlayee was very much impressed by the Indian hospitality. He wished that he would come again and again to this beautiful country.
He could not address the non-Iranians as it was one of the conditions for his visa approval.
Below video is a feeling of him on Mumbai.

Ramadhan in Mumbai

The month of Ramadhan, traditionally a time of frugality and prayer, it has become an occasion for extravagant spending on lavish evening meals.
"You don't keep track of your spending during Ramadhan," said Safdar Husain a small time businessman.
Another believer, a scrap dealer loves to host Iftar meal atleast 3 to 4 times during this month. He says that he enjoys doing this as it gives him optimum spiritual pleasure.

Devout Muslims observe Ramadhan by abstaining from food, drink, smoking and sex from dawn until dusk, across the globe. People get home on time for the iftar meal after sunset.

In Middle Eastern countries, particularly in the Gulf, iftar gives the wealthy an opportunity to show hospitality on a grand scale,some customers even reserve the entire restaurant for an iftar.
Prominent families and socialites compete over who can host the most lavish iftars, and night-long feasts are
not uncommon.

Retail food prices surge as well and even the lower middle classes struggle to make ends meet as fruits, vegetables and meat sell for double or triple their usual prices.

Many clerics lament the loss of the spiritual meaning and traditional character of Ramadhan, which is meant as a month of prayer, fasting and donations to the poor.

"The holy month of Ramadhan should be a return to religion, prayer and a reminder to the observant to aid those in need," said Maulana Zeeshan Haider Zaidi of Masjid Sahibuz Zamaan,Saki Naka. He also said that,
"Iftars hosted outside the home should not be an occasion to show off or prove one's wealth."

On the other spiritual aspect, every Masjid and Imambada in Mumbai has regular Qur'an recitation programme for the whole month. They give away attractive gifts at the end of this month.

Many Masajid and Imambada run special Ramadhan classes for children and junior youths.A young teacher Nahid Abbas conducts one of such class at Bandra Shia Jame Masjid, Bazar Road, Bandra West. He has 40 students in his class. He teaches them simple Islamic laws, simple Shiite beliefs, Morals and true Islamic Stories. He says that during this holy month the children come to the Masjid to recite the holy Qur'an so,it is easy to gather them for such classes. These classes are concluded with attractive prizes and gifts.
In another class, the teacher has called his students to read maximum Qur'anic verses and it was seen that they engage themselves in reciting it in their spare time.

The Last Sermon of Imam Ali (a.s.)

The Last Sermon of Imam Ali (a.s.)

A'amaal of Laylatul Qadr

19th, 21st and 23rd Nights of the month of Ramadhan are Laylatul Qadr. The A'amaal for these nights are mentioned on the click of this L I N K.
Download and take a printout.
Remember the mo'mineen in these great nights and pray for them. Ask the Almighty Allah to hasten the re-appearance of Imam Mahdi (a.s.)

Ramadhan: Ready for Iftaar

Iftaar

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