Notes on Hadith No.

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Hadith No. 1
“Religion is sincerity.’ We said: ‘To whom?’ The Holy Prophet (PBUH) said: ‘To Allah, His
Books, His Messenger, the leaders of the Muslims and to their common people.” (Muslim)
Major Teachings
Sincerity is the core of Islam. Good deeds devoid of sincerity have no importance in Islam. The
Holy Prophet (PBUH) said, “Allah does not see your outward appearance and possessions, but
He sees what is in your heart and deeds.” (Muslim) Muslims are required to be sincere and loyal
to Almighty Allah. They should worship Him and submit to His Will wholeheartedly. Muslims
should sincerely look for the pleasure of Almighty Allah in all their virtues. Ostentation should
always be avoided. Allah says, “And we have ordered them nothing but that they worship
Allah and be sincere in their religion.” (98:5)
The commands of Allah are conveyed through His Book – Holy Quran. Muslims should practically
believe in the Holy Quran as the words of Allah and get guidance from it in all matter of life.
Believing in Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as the last Messenger of Allah is an integral part of our
faith. This Hadith urges Muslims to revere the Holy Prophet (PBUH), to act upon his Sunnah and
to obey and respect his instructions. Muslims should make him a personal role model.
How can we bring these teachings into practice/ Action
Muslims should be loyal and humble to the rulers, caliphs and community leaders as they follow
Islam. They must support and cooperate with them in all their affairs. The Holy Prophet (PBUH)
said, “Whoso obeys my commander, obeys me and whoso disobeys my commander disobeys
me.” Muslims should also take care of the interest and welfare of the common people in every
possible way. Their life, honour and dignity must be protected.

Hadith No. 2
“None of you believes, until he wants for his brother what he wants for himself.” (Bukhari,
Muslim)
Major Teachings
This Hadith stresses upon fraternity and brotherhood amongst Muslims. The bond of Muslim
brotherhood is ordained by Allah, “Believers are but a single brotherhood” (49:10). Therefore,
it is essential for Muslims to be cooperative and kind to each other. They are required to behave
well and develop mutual love with other Muslims. Their hearts should not be devoid of good
feelings and affection for each other. They should show genuine interest in the welfare of fellow
Muslims like, Ansar of Madinah, who shared their belongings wholeheartedly with Muhaijireen
of Makkah.
How can we bring these teachings into practice/ Action
A Muslim should be free from selfishness. He is required to wish for the welfare of his Muslim
fellows as he desired for his own self in all matters. A Muslim is not supposed to break mutual
relations and show jealousy towards each other. He should not be suspicious of others or look
down upon them. The Holy Prophet (PBUH) said, “A Muslim is the borther of another Muslim,
so he should not oppress him, forsake him, or look down him.” (Mishkat) This practice of care
and loyalty will surely strengthen the community and result in the universal Muslim brotherhood.

Hadith No. 3
“Let him who believes in Allah and the Last Day, either speak good or keep silent, and let him
who believes in Allah and the Last Day, be generous to his neighbor, and let him wo believes in
Allah and the Last Day, be generous to his guest.” (Bukhari and Muslim)
Major Teachings
This Hadith addresses Muslims and highlights three distinctive attributes of believers. It stresses
Muslims to be polite and soft-spoken. The gift of speech is a great blessing of Allah; therefore it
must be used with great care and responsibility. None should talk needlessly, because a talkative
person loses respect and dignity and there is always possibility of indulging in backbiting,
slandering or talking something sinful. The irresponsible use of tongue proves very harmful. The
Holy Prophet (PBUH) said, “One who remains silent, succeeds.” (Shoab-ul-Iman)
Holy Prophet (PBUH) instructed Muslims to have an honorable and generous conduct towards
neighbours. In Surah Al-Maun, Allah has enjoined Muslims to fulfill the needs of neighbours.
Good neighbourliness and being nice to guests are the signs of faith. The Holy Prophet (PBUH)
stressfully told, “He is not a true believer if his neighbor is not safe from his mischief.”
(Bukhari)
How can we bring these teachings into practice/ Action
Neigbours should not be harmed with any of our deed or words. We should provide them with
food or clothing if they need, and visit them during their sorrows and celebrations. In addition, we
should properly look after our guest. Guests are a blessing from Allah. A Muslim is required to be
generous and hospitable to his guests.
The compassionate attitude of believers will lead to love and brotherhood amongst the members
of a Muslim community.

Hadith No. 4
“A man asked the Messenger of Allah (PBUH); Do you think that if I perform the obligatory
prayers, fast in Ramadan, treat as lawful and treat as forbidden that which is forbidden, and do
nothing further, I shall enter
Paradise? He said: Yes.” (Muslim)
Major Teachings
This Hadith brings out the importance of performing obligatory duties and avoiding unlawful acts.
The Holy Prophet (PBUH) assured Paradise for all such people who observe their obligatory duties
such as prayer and fasting and also avoiding unlawful acts.
Amongst the five pillars of Islam, Zakat and Pilgrimage become compulsory on certain conditions,
but Prayer and Fasting are the obligatory worships on each and every Muslim. Prayers is the
foremost duty of every Muslim and the second pillar of Islam. Holy Prophet (PBUH) said that
Prayer is the key to Paradise. (It develops piety and restrains a person from indecent acts. Allah
says, “Undoubtedly, the prayer forbids one from indecency and evil thing.” (29:45). Fasting
develops patience, piety and self-control in a person. “O you who believe! Fasting has been
prescribed to you – so that you may learn self-restraint.” (2:183). Fasting further nurtures
sympathy and affection for the needy and keeps a person away from evils. The Holy Prophet
(PBUH) said, “Fasting is a shield and protection from the Hell fire and from committing
sins.” (Bukhari)
How can we bring these teachings into practice/ Action
Islam has clearly defined lawful and unlawful things. It is binding upon every Muslim to learn and
abstain from every unlawful act. Cheating, smuggling, adulteration, drinking wine, lying and
oppression are obstacles to a peaceful society and success in the hereafter. As a matter of fact, one
will surely be blessed in broth worlds if only he observes his obligatory services and avoids all
unlawful acts. This practice will lead towards peace and harmony in society and ensures entrance
into paradise.

Hadith No. 5
Every person’s every joint must perform a charity every day the Sun comes up: to act justly
between two people is a charity; to help a man with his mount, lifting him onto it or hoisting up
the belongings onto it a charity; every step you take towards prayers is a charity; and removing
a harmful thing from the road is a charity.”
Major Teachings
This Hadith describes some simple ways of charity which do not involve any monetary
expenditure. Settling disputes with justice, helping people mount on their conveyance or carrying
their belongings, removing and hindrance from the road and going to Masjid for praying; all these
acts carry the reward of charity. Furthermore, the Holy Prophet (PBUH) said, “Every good act is
a charity (Sadaqah).” (Bukhari)
How can we bring these teachings into practice/ Action
Islam teaches Muslims to take care of every individual in the society. A true Muslim is never
selfish, greedy or materialistic. He should not ignore even the minor service to fellow beings
because the Holy Prophet (PBUH) said that the best of people is one who is a source of benefit to
others. Poor and the needy of the society should be helped. Disputes and quarrels should be settled.
This Hadith also indicates that the concepts of worship in Islam is not limited to a few rituals. It
covers all good deeds, human rights, social duties and acts of righteousness. Even greeting a
Muslim brother cheerfully is regarded as worship.