QADA SALAAH

1. Qada Salaah is Salaah that is made after the appointed time of that Salaah has passed.
2. It is a great sin to intentionally delay reading Salaah from its actual time.
3. Qada Salaah should be made as soon as possible.
4. There is no Qada for the Sunnah or Nafil Salaah.
5. If a person misses his Salaah during a journey, then his Qada will also become a Qasr Salaah if he is making the Qada of
Zohar, Asar or Isha Salaah.
6. Qada has to be made for all Waajib and Fard Salaah.
7. Females, who have missed their Salaah due to Haiz and Nifaas, may not perform the Qada of their missed Salaah.
8. If a person has missed many Salaah, then he or she may perform the Qada of these Salaah according to the order he or she
has chosen. One should also mention before ones Salaah what Qada he or she is about to read.
9. If the Qada of that day's Fajar Salaah is read before Zawaal, then it is better for the person to also read the Sunnah of the
Fajar.

THE DAYS OF EID

Eid-ul-Fitr: Eid-ul-Fitr occurs on the 1st of Shawaal. It is a day of joy for those who have kept Fast during the Blessed Month of
Ramadaan.
Eid-ul-Adha: Eid-ul-Adha occurs on the 10th Zil-Hajj. It is a day when Qurbaani is performed by all those who can afford it. Qurbaani is
done to honour the Sunnah of Sayyiduna Nabi Ebrahim (alaihis salaam) and Sayyiduna Nabi Isma'il (alaihis salaam). On this day
Almighty Allah commanded Sayyiduna Nabi Ebrahim (alaihis salaam) to sacrifice his son, Sayyiduna Nabi Isma'il (alaihis salaam).
The Sunnah Actions on the Day of Eid
1. One should wake up early.
2. One should eat something before Eid Salaah on the day of Eid-ul-Fitr.
3. It is Mustahab for those who are sacrificing an animal not to eat anything on the morning of Eid-ul-Adha till they sacrifice the animal
and partake of the meat of the sacrificed animal.
4. One should make Ghusal, wear new clothes and use Itr before going for Eid Salaah.
5. One should give "Sadqa-e-Fitr" or charity before the Eid Salaah or a few days earlier.
6. One should show happiness and give charity in abundance.
7. One should try and be as early as possible in the Masjid or Eid Gah (open ground for performing Eid Salaah).
8. One should read the Takbeer softly while going to the Masjid or Eid Gah on the day of Eid-ul-Fitr.
9. The Takbeer should be read loudly on the day of Eid-ul-Adha.
10. One should partake of the Qurbaani meat on Eid-ul-Adha.
11. It is preferable that one uses different routes in travelling to and from the Masjid or Eid Gah.
The Time of Eid Salaah
1. The time of Eid Salaah begins just after sunrise and continues up to Zawaal.
2. No Nafil Salaah should be read before the Eid Salaah.
3. No Azaan or Iqaamah is given for Eid Salaah.
Method of Performing the Eid Salaah
1. Eid Salaah is Waajib. Both Eid Salaah consists of 2 Rakaah with Jamaah.
2. Make the Niyyah (intention) of reading 2 Rakaah behind the Imaam with 6 extra Takbeers. Refer to Hifz Syllabus.
3. Read the first Takbeer (Allahu Akbar) with the Imaam and fold your hands as in ordinary Salaah. Then read Thana.
4. The Imaam will then read two more Takbeers. For both these Takbeers, raise the hands and leave them at the side.
5. The Imaam will then read the third Takbeer. Raise the hands and fold them.
6. The Imaam will then read Surah Fatiha and a Surah, and complete the first Rakaah.
7. In the second rakaah, the Imaam will read the Surah Fatiha and a Surah. He will then read 3 extra Takbeers. At each Takbeer you
will raise the hands and leave them at the side. After the fourth Takbeer, you must go into Ruku.
8. The rest of the Salaah follows.
The Eid Khutbah
1. The Khutbah of both the Eids is read after the Eid Salaah.
2. The Khutbah is Sunnah and it is Waajib to listen to them.
3. The Khutbah, which has two parts, is delivered by the Imaam.
4. There is a short break between the Khutbah.
5. During Khutbah, all talking or reading is forbidden.
The Difference Between Eid and Jummah Salaah
1. Jummah Salaah is Fard, while Eid Salaah is Waajib.
2. In Jummah, Khutbah is read before the Salaah, while in Eid, Khutbah is read after the Salaah.
3. Jummah Salaah has no extra Takbeers, while Eid Salaah has six extra Takbeers.
4. Jummah Salaah has Azaan and Iqaamah, while Eid Salaah has no Azaan and Iqaamah.
5. Jummah Salaah is performed after midday, while Eid Salaah is read before midday.

SAUM - BASICS

The Benefits of Saum

1.Saum or Fasting is a great Blessing given to us by Almighty Allah.
2. Saum is the fourth pillar of Islam.
3. Saum helps us not only to keep away from food and drink but also helps us to develop the qualities of self-control. This is one of
the main objectives of Fasting.
4. By being "hungry" throughout the entire day, we are able to understand the plight of the poor and hungry and be more
sympathetic towards them.
5. Saum helps build in us "Taqwa" or piety, a quality that makes us have Fear for Almighty Allah.
6. When we Fast we avoid speaking lies, speaking bad about others, laughing at others, keeping bad intentions and thoughts in our
hearts, avoid being miserly, and keeps us in check with all the bad elements of our character.
7. The Month of Ramadaan is a spiritual training ground for the Muslim community.
8. Fasting helps us to build up a good character so that Almighty Allah is pleased with us and will reward us.
9. Fasting also has numerous medical benefits.
10. During the Blessed Month of Ramadaan, a Muslim has the chance of seeking Almighty Allah's great Mercy in the special night
of "Laylatul Qadr" or the Night of Power.
11. The Taraweeh Salaah, which is performed after the Isha Salaah, helps to increases Islamic Brotherhood and the sense of true
Ibaadah.
The Position of Saum
Almighty Allah states in the Holy Quran: "O You who believe! Fasting is prescribed to you as it was prescribed to those before you,
so that you may learn self-restraint." (2:183)
1. Fasting in the Month of Ramadaan is Fard upon every Muslim male and female, who are Muqeems and are physically fit.
2. Fasting not only means to stay away from all food and drink, but also from all sinful activities from dawn till sunset.
3. It is necessary to make the Niyyah of Fasting before Fasting. The Niyyah can be said with words or made in one's heart.
4. If a person forgets to make the Niyyah at the time of keeping Fast, then he or she should make the Niyyah before Zawaal.
5. It is also a great Sunnah to make the Sehri in the morning.
Types of Fast
1. FARD - This is to Fast in the Month of Ramadaan.
2. WAAJIB - To keep Fast for the fulfilment of a vow or oath.
3. SUNNAH - To keep Fast during the 9th and 10th of Muharram, the 9th of Zil-Hajj, and the 13th, 14th and 15th of every Islamic
month.
4. MUSTAHAB - To fast during any 6 days of Shawaal, the 15th of Shabaan, and to fast every Monday and Thursday.
5. MAKROOH - For a wife to keep Nafil Fast without the permission of her husband.
6. HARAAM - To keep Fast during both the Eids, and the 11th, 12th and 13th of Zil-Hajj.
Persons Excused from Fasting
1. A Traveller
2. A very sick person.
3. A pregnant woman.
4. A women who is breast-feeding her child.
5. Women who have their monthly sickness or who have just given birth.
Sunnah acts during fasting and in the Month of Ramadaan
1. To partake of Sehri before the Subha Saadiq (break of dawn).
2. To make Sehri at the last part of the Subha Saadiq.
3. To break Fast immediately after sunset.
4. To perform Taraweeh Salaah at night.
5. To increase the recitation of the Holy Quran.
6. To observe I'tikaaf (Seclusion) during the last 10 days of Ramadaan.
Makrooh acts during Fasting
1. To chew gum, rubber, plastic or other substances.
2. To taste food. If a woman fears that her husband will not be satisfied with her cooking, then she may taste the food making sure
that nothing goes down her throat.
3. To collect saliva in one's mouth with the intention of swallowing a mouthful so that one is able to quench one's thirst.
4. To delay Fard Ghusal till after Sehri without any excuse.
5. To complain of hunger and thirst.

6. To use bad languages, fight, tell lies, and do all sorts of bad things. These are also very sinful acts even when a person is not
Fasting.
Qaza Saum
Fasting breaks if a person has done one or more of the following acts. The person will have to keep the Fast again as a Qaza Fast.
What are the acts that break the fast?
1. To let water down the throat while fasting.
2. To vomit intentionally.
3. To eat or drink in error and to continue to eat or drink when one realizes that one is fasting.
4. To prolong the Sehri after the Subha Saadiq.
5. To open Fast before the actual time of Iftaar.
6. To put oil (or any liquid), which reaches the stomach, in the ear or nostril.
Kaffarah
If a person deliberately or intentionally breaks his or her Fast by eating or drinking, then he or she must observe Kaffarah. This
means that he or she must pay penalty for the fast that has been broken. How can this be done?
1. One has to fast continuously for 60 days.
2. One can feed 60 people two proper meals.
3. One can feed one poor person 2 proper meals per day for 60 days.
4. One can give the poor 1 kg and 700 g of wheat or its value in cash or kind per person to 60 poor people.
Fidya
Any person who cannot fast because of old age or some serious illness, for which there is no cure, should give Fidya for every Fast
that they have missed. "Fidya" is also a type of penalty for missing a Fast. The amount that should be given as Fidya is as follows :
1 One kg and 700 g of wheat or its value.
2 Two meals or its value.
Any one of these two should be given to a poor person. Please note that the amounts stated above is per Fast. So if a person has
missed 30 Fasts, then any one of the above provision that a person wishes to give, should be multiplied by 30!

I'TIKAAF

1. I'tikaaf means to seclude oneself in the Masjid for the Ibaadah of Almighty Allah.
2. The person who performs the I'tikaaf is called the "Mu'takif."
3. It is Sunnat-e-Mu'akkidah to observe I'tikaaf during the last 10 days of Ramadaan.
4. I'tikaaf begins from sunset of the 20th of Ramadaan and ends with the sighting of the Eid moon.
5. Women should observe I'tikaaf in their homes at the place where they normally read their Salaah.
6. Some of the many benefits that are to be gained by performing the I'tikaaf are:
6.1 A person in I'tikaaf keeps away from worldly affairs and many sinful deeds.
6.2 A person is able to devote all his or her time in Ibaadah and, thereby, increase in Taqwa (piety).
7. The Muslim who performs the I'tikaaf must be sane, mature and in a state of Tahaarah (cleanliness).
8. I'tikaaf should be performed in a Masjid where the 5 daily Salaah is performed with Jamaah.
9. While in I'tikaaf, a person should occupy himself in Zikr, Nafil Salaah, recitation of the Holy Quran, learning and teaching Islamic
knowledge.
10. The person must not indulge in worldly affairs or talks.
11.Leaving the Masjid without any valid reason will break
theI'tikaaf.
12. One of the main purposes of the I'tikaaf is also to seek the Night of Qadr (Power).

LAYLATUL QADR - THE NIGHT OF POWER

1. Laylatul Qadr is to be found amongst the last 5 odd nights of Ramadaan, that is, from the 21st till the
29th night.
2. However, it is generally regarded to be the 27th night of the Month of Ramadaan.
3. It is on this night that the Holy Quran was revealed to Sayyiduna Rasulullah (sallal laahu alaihi
wasallam) while he was in the Cave of Hira.
4. One should spend the entire night or a large part of the night in Ibaadah as there is abundance of
Thawaab to be gained.
5. Almighty Allah states that the Night of Qadr is better than a thousand months.
6. On this night, Almighty Allah orders Sayyiduna Jibra'el (alaihis salaam) and His Angels to travel
throughout the world to make dua for those who are busy in Ibaadah.
7. This blessing of Laylatul Qadr lasts till the rising of dawn.
8. We must also remember that Laylatul Qadr can be any of the nights of the 21th, 23th, 25th, 27th or the
29th of Ramadaan. These nights should also be spent in Ibaadah.

ZAKAAH - BASICS

Important Points on Zakaah

1. Zakaah is Fard upon all Muslim adults, who are free from debts and who have possessed wealth for full 12 months. This
wealth must be equal to the Nisaab as described in the Zakaah table (see next page).
2. The rate of Zakaah is 2.5 percent on wealth (money, gold or silver).
3. It is Fard to make the Niyyah when giving Zakaah.
4. Zakaah is actually a "religious tax" that is paid by the rich people to the poor.
5. By us paying Zakaah, we are actually cleaning our money.
6. Zakaah also teaches us to be honest in our earnings and business dealings.
7. Zakaah must not be seen as a burden or punishment, but as a form of Ibaadah.
8. Muslims can also help the poor through giving Sadaqa.
9. By giving Zakaah and Sadqa, wealth is being divided among all the Muslims.
10. Zakaah became Fard during 2 A.H.
Whom can Zakaah be given to?
Zakaah can be given to:
1. The poor and needy.
2. A person in serious debt.
3. A traveller who has run short on cash.
4. Students who are not able to pay for their education.

5. Muslims only.
Whom can Zakaah not be given to?
Zakaah cannot be given to:
1. Parents and grandparents.
2. Sons, daughters and their children.
3. A persons wife or husband.
4. Non-Muslims
5. For direct payments of funeral expenses.
6. For the maintenance of the Masjid, its repairs and construction.
7. Persons as salaries or wages.
8. Sayed - descendants of Sayyiduna Rasoolullah (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam).

HAJJ

The Importance of Hajj

1. Hajj or Pilgrimage to Makkatul Mukarramah is the fifth pillar of Islam.
2. It is a duty of a Muslim, who can afford it, to visit the Holy Kaaba in Makkatul Mukarramah at least once in a lifetime.
3. Hajj became Fard on the Muslims in 9 A.H.
4. Hajj is actually a gathering for Muslims from all parts of the world to meet and strengthen the ties of Islamic Brotherhood.
5. By putting on the Ihraam, a Muslim is made to think about death and leaving this world with only a simple piece of cloth that he or she has
to wear in the Qabar.
6. By making Hajj, a Muslim sacrifices his money and pleasure for the Sake of Almighty Allah.
Upon whom is Hajj Fard?
Hajj is Fard upon :
1. An adult Muslim male or female.
2. One who is free from all debts.
3. One who is fit in body and in mind.
4. One who has enough money to cover all costs of the journey and be able to support one's family while one is away.
5. One who is confident of travelling safely.
Note: Hajj is not Fard upon those women who do not have a "Mahram" to accompany them. By "Mahram" is meant those people to whom it is
Haraam for the woman to marry.
The Faraa'id (Fard) of Hajj
1. The person must be in Ihraam.
2. One has to make Tawaaf around the Holy Kaaba after the Wuqoof at Arafaat and Muzdalifa.
3. One has to be present at Arafaat on the 9th of Zil-Hajj.
Waajibaats of Hajj
A person is required to:
1. Make Sa'ee between Saffa and Marwa after the Tawaaf.
2. Stay in Muzdalifa for one night in the open space.
3. Throw stones at the three Jamraats on the 10th, 11th, 12th of Zil-Hajj. There is great Thawaab if one also pelts (stones) the Jamraats on
the 13th Zil-Hajj.
4. Shave or trim the hair after the Qurbaani.
5. Perform the Last Tawaaf (Tawaaf-e-Widaa), just before leaving Makkatul Mukarramah.
What are the Miqaats
Miqaats are those places beyond which it is not permissable to cross without putting on the Ihraam for all those who intend making the Hajj or
Umrah.
There are 5 Miqaats:
1. Zul Hulaifa or Bir-e-Ali : For those coming from the side of Madinatul Munawwarah.
2. Zaatul Iraq : For those coming from Iraq.
3. Jahfa or Rabigh : For those coming from Syria.
4. Qauran : For those coming from Najd.
5. Yalam lam : For those coming from India, Pakistan and Yemen (also South Africa).
The Five days of Hajj
1ST DAY - 8th Zil-Hajj : The people go to Mina from Makkatul Mukarramah in the morning after wearing the Ihraam.
2ND DAY - 9th Zil-Hajj : The people arrive in Arafaat in the morning and continue their Ibaadah. They also read their Zohar and Asar Salaah
and leave for Muzdalifa just before sunset.
3RD DAY - 10th Zil-Hajj : People stay in Muzdalifa for the night and read their Maghrib and Isha Salaah together. They continue their Ibaadah
the whole night. Just after Fajar Salaah, they leave for Mina. They then make Qurbaani and stone the Jamratul Uqbah. After Qurbaani, they
trim or shave their hair and remove their Ihraam for ordinary clothes. Tawaaf-e-Ziyaarah is then made and Sa'ee between Saffa and Marwa.
They now return to Mina.
4TH DAY - 11th Zil-Hajj : The three Jamraats are stoned.
5TH DAY - 12th Zil-Hajj : The three Jamraats are stoned again. Before leaving Makkatul Mukarramah, the Haaji will have to make the
Farewell Tawaaf (Tawaaf-e-Widaa).
NOTE : Muslims are also required to visit the Blessed Grave of Sayyiduna Rasulullah (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam) in Madinatul
Munawwarah as well as other sacred places. This can be done before or after the Hajj. Sayyiduna Rasulullah (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam)
has said: "One who visits my grave, is like one who has visited me in my lifetime." "One who visits my grave, my Shafa'at becomes Waajib for
him."
TALBIA
1. The Talbia is read by the person throughout the Hajj while in the state of Ihraam. The Talbia is: "Here I am, O Lord, here I am. Here I am,
you have no partner, here I am. Surely, Praise, Blessings and the Kingdom are for You. You have no partner."
2. The Talbia stops immediately after pelting the Jamratul Uqbah (Big Shaytaan) on the 10th of Zil-Hajj.
What is Umrah
1. Umrah, unlike Hajj, can be made anytime during the year, except during the 8th till the 12th of Zil-Hajj.
2. A persons presence in Arafaat is not Fard during the Umrah.
3. No Qurbaani is required in Umrah.

4. In Umrah, Sa'ee between Saffa and Marwa and the Tawaaf of the Holy Kaaba is Fard.
Actions not Permitted during Hajj
1. To kill or harm animals (including insects).
2. To use perfumes.
3. To break or uproot plants.
4. To hunt.
5. To marry or take part in a wedding.
6. To do anything dishonest or be arrogant.
7. To carry arms.
8. To cover the head (males).
9. To cover the face (females).
10. To wear sewn clothes.
11. To wear shoes covering the ankles.
12. To cut hair or clip nails.
Ayyaam-e-Tashreeq
1. "Ayyaam-e-Tashreeq" or "The Days of Praise" are those 5 days from the 9th till the 13th of Zil-Hajj.
2. Ayyaam-e-Tashreeq begins from the Fajar Salaah of the 9th and ends at the Asar Salaah of the 13th of Zil-Hajj.
3. On these days, it is Waajib upon all Muslims to read the Takbeer-e-Tashreeq aloud once after every Fard Salaah. Females are required to
read softly.
4. It is Sunnah to read this Takbeer 3 times.
5. The words of the Takbeer are: "Allah is Great. Allah is Great. There is none worthy of worship except Allah and Allah is Great. Allah is
Great and to Allah belongs all Praise."

QURBAANI

Important Points about Qurbaani

1. Qurbaani can be performed from the 10th of Zil-Hajj after Eid Salaah till the Asar Salaah of the 12th of Zil-Hajj.
2. Qurbaani is made to observe the Sunnah of Sayyiduna Nabi Ebrahim (alaihis salaam).
3. It is Waajib upon all those who are able to afford making Qurbaani on the 10th of Zil-Hajj.
4. Qurbaani is not Waajib upon a traveller, but if he or she wants to do so they may perform the Qurbaani.
5. Qurbaani may be made for one's children or any deceased.
6. The Qurbaani meat may be divided into three parts:
6.1 One part to the poor and needy.
6.2 One part to friends and relatives.
6.3 One part for one's own household.
7. If the person cannot afford to share in the above manner, then he or she may use all the meat in their own household.
8. Qurbaani meat cannot be given to non-Muslims who are living in a country that is ruled by Kuffar (like South Africa). If this was a
Muslim-ruled country, then we would be allowed to give Qurbaani meat to the Kuffar.
9. The skin of the animals can be:
9.1 Used by oneself.
9.2 Given to the poor.
9.3 Sold and the money given to the poor.
Animals that can be Sacrificed
1. Goats and sheep that must be at least one year old. Even if they are 6 month old, they must be fat and healthy.
2. Cattle, buffalo or bull must be at least 2 years old.
3. Camels must be at least 5 years old.
NOTE : Cattle, buffalo, bull and camel meat can be divided into 7 shares. Seven people may purchase one animal and share in the
meat. The meat must be equally divided amongst the 7 people.
Physical Condition of the Animal
Animals should be healthy and free from the following defects:
1. Lameness which does not allow the animal to stand on its 4 feet.
2. Blindness, even in one eye.
3. Horns broken from the roots.
4. Ears that are cut more than one third of their actual size.
5. Tails that are cut more than one third of their actual size.
6. Aged animals.
7. Sickness
8. So thin that the bones are visible.
Method of Slaughter
1. Slaughter the animal with a very sharp knife.
2. Do not slaughter an animal in front of another animal.
3. Four veins should be cleanly cut - the throat, windpipe and the 2 jugular veins. Even if 3 are cut the meat of the animal would still
be considered Halaal.
4. It is Makrooh to cause pain and suffering to the animal unnecessarily.
5. The animal should be placed on its side on the ground with its head towards the Qiblah.
6. It is better that the person who is making Qurbaani should slaughter the animal. However, if this is not possible, then he or she
should at least stand near the sacrifice.
7. Before slaughtering, read the prescribed Dua.
8. The person should then slaughter the animal by reading the prescribed Dua.

DEATH AND JANAZAH

When a Muslim is in the last stages of his or her life, those present should read Surah Yaseen, Surah Ra'ad and the Kalimah
Shahaadah in order to ease the pangs of death for the person. We must also urge, and not force, the person to read the
Kalimah. When the person has passed away, the family members should immediately organize Ghusal and Burial affairs. (Ask
your Imam/teacher to explain or demonstrate to you how the Ghusal of a Mayyit is performed).
Salaatul Janazah
Salaatul Janazah is actually a Du'a that is made on behalf of the dead person. Salaatul Janazah is Fard upon all Muslims who
have knowledge of the Janazah or funeral. While the Imaam reads out the Takbeer aloud, we should repeat them silently.
Fard of Salaatul Janazah
There are 2 Fards in Salaatul Janazah:
1. To stand and perform Salaah (Qiyaam).
2. To read all the 4 Takbeers.
Note: If one does not know what Du'as to read after each Takbeer, one can still join the Janazah Salaah and read the Takbeers
softly.
The Manner of making Salaatul Janazah
1. The body of the Mayyit should be placed with its right side facing the Qiblah.
2. The Imaam should stand in line with the chest of the Mayyit when leading the Salaah. This also means that the head of the
Mayyit will be to the right of the Imaam.
3. It is also Mustahab to make an odd number of Sufoof (Safs) or rows. However ,if there are a large number of people, then
there is no need to follow this rule.
4. After the Safs are straight, everyone should make the Niyyah.
5. After the first Takbeer, everyone should read the Thana.
6. After the second Takbeer, you should read the Durood-e- Ebrahim which is: The same as read in Salaah.
7. After the third Takbeer,
A. FOR AN ADULT: (the prescribed Dua)
B. FOR A BOY: (the prescribed Dua)
C. FOR A GIRL: (the prescribed Dua)
8. After the fourth Takbeer, the Imaam will read the Salaam.
9. You should not raise your hands after each Takbeer but repeat the Takbeers silently.
10. After the Salaatul Janazah, it is recommended that you make a Du'a for the Mayyit.
Late-Comers for the Salaatul Janazah
It is permissable for a person to make Tayyamum if he fears that he will miss the Janazah Salaah. This rule only applies for
Janazah and Eid Salaah. If a person is late and joins the congregation after the Imaam has already read a few Takbeers, then
he should join the Imaam for the next Takbeer. After the Salaah, he can read the Takbeers he missed by merely saying "Allahu
Akbar" softly for every Takbeer he missed. He is not permitted to read any Du'a after the Takbeers.

DUROOD SHAREEF

What is Durood Shareef?

To recite the Durood Shareef and send Salaams upon Sayyiduna Rasulullah (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam) is an action that has
been commanded by Almighty Allah. Almighty Allah declares in the Holy Quran:
"Allah and His Angels send blessings on the Prophet: O you who believe! Send your blessings on him and salute him will respect."
(33:56)
In this verse of the Holy Quran, Almighty Allah and His Malaa'ikah and the Muslims have been mentioned as sending Durood
upon Sayyiduna Rasulullah (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam). So, Durood Shareef is actually "a Du'a in praise of the Holy Prophet
Muhammad (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam).
There is abundance of Thawaab for one who reads the Durood Shareef. The more Durood Shareef that you read, the more closer
you get to Almighty Allah and His beloved Rasool (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam).
When Almighty Allah sends Durood and Salaams upon Sayyiduna Rasulullah (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam), He is actually
blessing him. When the Malaa'ikah and the Muslims send Durood and Salaams to Sayyiduna Rasulullah (sallal laahu alaihi
wasallam), they are actually showing Almighty Allah their respect for the Holy Prophet (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam).
Muslims hope that, through the blessings of the Durood and Salaams, Almighty Allah will forgive them of their sins and increase
their status in this world and in the Aakirah. The Malaa'ikah hope that Almighty Allah will increase their status.
How to read the Durood Shareef
1. Always be in a state of cleanliness when you are reciting the Durood Shareef.
2. It is better to sit in the Tashahudd position as you would sit when in Salaah and recite the Durood Shareef with concentration
and the respect due to it.
3. One should face the Qiblah of the blessed city of Madinatul Munawwarah.
4. Recite Durood Shareef wherever you are (not in the bathroom or toilet) and during any occasion.
Blessings of Durood Shareef
A few benefits of reciting the Durood Shareef are:
1. Almighty Allah and His Angels (Malaa'ikah) send blessings upon the person who recites the Durood Shareef.
2. If one reads a single Durood Shareef, one gets 10 Thawaabs, 10 of one's sins are forgiven, 10 good deeds are given to that
person and one's respect is increased 10 times.
3. Durood Shareef saves a person from Hell (Jahannam) and makes a person enter Heaven (Jannah) with the Martyrs
(Shuhadaa).
4. Any Du'a which begins and ends with Durood Shareef is always accepted.
5. The reciter will be in the company of Sayyiduna Rasulullah (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam) on the day of Qiyaamah.
6. A person will be given good news of his or her place in Jannah long before he or she passes away.
7. A person who reads 100 Duroods will receive 1 000 Thawaabs from Almighty Allah.
8. The Angels begin to love and help a person who reads the Durood Shareef.
9. The Durood Shareef assists a person when he or she dies.
10. A single Durood Shareef is more in weight than the Mountain of Uhud.
11. Sayyiduna Rasulullah (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam) sees and hears a person who reads the Durood Shareef.
12. A person is saved from the terrible events on the Day of Qiyaamah.
13. The reciter is blessed with Barakah and wealth.
14. The person will not feel thirsty on the Day of Qiyaamah.

15. One who reads 100 Durood Shareefs daily, then 100 of that person's needs are fulfilled. Thirty of this world and seventy of the
Hereafter.
16. Reading 100 Durood Shareefs is equal to spending the whole night in Ibaadah.
17. The place where Durood Shareef is read is greatly blessed.
18. The Durood Shareef saves a person from the evils of jealousy, hatred, etc.
19. The house, business or the place where Durood Shareef is read is greatly blessed.
20. Durood Shareef increases one's memory. (Students must make it a habit to recite Durood Shareef before their lessons.)
21. The reciter of Durood Shareef is greatly loved by Sayyiduna Rasulullah (sallal laahu alaihi wasallam).