Risalatul Haq: A Discussion About Old Age and Death is a short thesis written by Habib Ali bin Isa bin Abdulkader Alhadad in the 1970s. Now translated for the first time in English and available in USA and South East Asia. Edited by Habib Ali’s son, Abdulkader Alhadad (editor and publisher of Treatise on Discipline in the Path of The Seeker (Risalatul Murid).

From the Foreword by Habib Ali’s son:

“A Muslim should not wait for the time when one is considered old to think that death is near. Whilst only Allah, the Exalted, knows when a person’s time is due, knowing the deeds to perform when one is sick, visiting the sick or approaching death helps us to remember Allah, the Most Merciful, and makes it easy for the sick and dying person to cope with the process of death. Everyone should be aware and be prepared for the unexpected death of his or her family member, young or old and the practices during such difficult times as conducted by the Prophet, may Allah’s blessings and peace be upon him.”

This book includes some of the prayers and invocations that Imam Abdullah bin Alawi Alhaddad, may Allah be pleased with him, compiled.

Chapter titles:

1. The Sick – Manners and Conduct in Visiting
2. When Death Approaches
3. Prepare the Deceased Before Bath
4. The Funeral Prayers
5. Death and the Burial
6. Visiting the Grave
7. The Living may Help the Dead!
8. First Night in the Grave
9. The Spirit (Soul) [Ruh] Journey after Death

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• Allahumma Yaa Nuurus samaa waati wal ardi
  “O Allah! O (You Who is) the Light of the heaven and the earth”
• Saali  ‘alaa  man  khalaq  ta-hu min nuuri ka
  “I ask Your blessings (and salutations) upon He (Muhammad) whom You have created from Your Light”
• Waghfirlii dhanbi
  “And forgive me my sins”
• Wa  nau wir qalbi  bi an waari ma’rifa tik, wa ma’rifa ti hibik
  “And enlighten my heart with the Light of Knowing You and with the Knowledge from You.”
• Wa  ‘alaa  aalihi wa sahbihi wasallim
  “And upon his Household and Companions with peace!”

Ameen!

Habib Ahmad Mashhur is the author of Key to the Garden

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2. Adherence to the sunnah in word and deed, 

3. Indifference to others’ acceptance or rejection, 

4. Satisfaction with Allah Most High in scarcity and plenty, 

5. Returning to Allah in happiness or affliction.

From Sidi Ahmad Zarruq. Also noted in Al-Maqasid: Nawawi’s Manual of Islam, page 96.

Permissibility of Celebrating the Mawlid from Nazim Baksh on Vimeo.

In March-April 2010, Sidi Nazim Baksh accompanied Dr. Umar Faruq ‘Abd-Allah, scholar in residence at the Chicago based Nawawi Foundation, to Trinidad, Barbados and Guyana. They were guests of the Central Islamic Organization of Guyana (CIOG). CIOG organized visits to the Berbice region of Guyana. Dr. Umar visited the Bushlot, Adelphi, Farm and No. 78 Masjids. Everywhere he went people asked about the permissibility of celebrating the Mawlid of the Beloved Messenger of Allah. This is the answer Dr. Umar gave at No. 78 Masjid.

“Know that the path of the Sadat of the family of Abi-’Alawi is the straight path of Allah. They are among those to whom He has granted the favours of His obedience and that of His Messenger, and the company of the Prophets, siddiqin (truthful), shuhada (witnesses), and salihin (pious), and they are the best of companions.”

Read more about Bani ‘Alawi here: Biographies

Bonus: also available a basic Shafi’i fiqh text used by teachers for those beginning the path - Fiqh eBooks [click on Safinat al-Naja - The Ship Of Salvation]

Much thanks to Ustadh Ramy Abu Farouk Najmeddine for posting this on his website: http://www.ustadh.com/

And how do you attain onto that safety [of Allah]? By being a means for others for being safe in their deen and their dunya, in their worldly life and their religion. And assisting others is one of the strongest means of attaining onto the favor of Allah.

Title: Causes of Happiness in Both Worlds (Asbab as-Sa’adah fid-Darayn)

For more information about this saint, please see: Biography – Habib Abdul Qadir Al-Saggaf

And for more details about the life of Habib Abdul Qadir: Al-Habib `Abd al-Qadir al-Saqqaf – The Passing of a Great Scholar, Caller, and Saint

Much thanks to Sidi Suleiman Al-Muslim for providing the audio and SeekersGuidance for the bio.

On April 4, 2010, this world lost a spiritual leader, Habib Abdul Qadir Al-Saggaf. We cannot express our loss and sorrow. Instead, here is a biography of the Habib. Below, you will find a eulogy from Sidi Yahya Rhodus, courtesy of Seekers Guidance.

al-Qutb al-Habib Abdul Qadir Ibn Ahmad al-Saggaf

The spiritual Emperor of the People of the House and progeny of Alawi (may peace be upon Him) Abdul Qadir al-Saggaf, the son of Ahmad al-Saggaf (may Allah exalt His family), the living Pole of the AhlulBayt is the unsung Shaykh of al-Habib Umar bin Hafidh. He presently resides in Jeddah, where he has lived for many years.

Unlike his contemporaries, such as al-Habib Mashhur al-Haddad (may Allah show him mercy), Abdul Qadir al-Saggaf was less transient and thus received Shuyukh from all over the world; the Masters and Honourables of the family of Hashim in order they may acquire just a fragment of his light and wisdom. He is known not for innovations or controversies, but strictly for his unrivalled station amongst the People of the House and Trustees of Allah. It would be very unfortunate for a scholar to be unaware of Abdul Qadir al-Saggaf, which is not disobedience, but purely a lack of connection with such a profound human being.

There is not much to mention concerning this individual if we were to speak in earthly terms which does not seperate him from any other of the highest and most elite Islamic scholars; and in adherence to the example of the Messenger of Allah (May infinite blessings be sent to him and his family), the divulgences of the higher realm must be treated with care and prudence. Although it is very difficult to remain within those boundaries as the legends that navigate around the name of Abdul Qadir al-Saggaf involve the tendency to break the limits of reason. It would be wise instead to quote al-Habib Umar bin Hafidh, who epitomised his Guide’s rank, when famously in a gathering, he stood and pointed at the noble descendent and firmly declared “By Allah! There is no man in the universe like him! By Allah! There is no man in the universe like him!”

It is no secret that the station of Abdul Qadir al-Saggaf comes through his nearness to the Prophet Muhammad (May Allah bring us nearness to the final messenger in order we may honour him), dedicating his life to the example of the Messenger (Peace and infinite blessings be upon him) and gaining connection with his ancestor, the Emissary of God. However, carrying the preserved and unhampered lineage of al-Sayyid Abdur Rahman al-Saggaf (May Allah extol him) and al-Faqih al-Muqaddam (Peace be upon Him), it is obvious that his birth right was complemented with incomparable honour, that we are not worthy to question.

A pillar which signifies ones nearness to Allah is humility, and Abdul Qadir al-Saggaf never fell short of this quality. He is renowned for his efforts to make people feel at ease, never feeling comfortable if the people around him were uncomfortable. He respected people, and thus he was respected, he asked for prayer and made sure his guests felt welcome – even his students. A major element of his honour is derived from his subservient nature and immense shame before Allah. May Allah exalt the people of humility.

In the mid 90′s, al-Qutb Abdul Qadir al-Saggaf was known to be very frail, with nearly half his body on the verge of paralysis. His current state is described only as…annihilated. His next of kin describe him as “gone…”, he does not speak anymore, and spent the latter part of the 90′s in a state of weeping and sleepless nights. There is no vocal transmissions from the Sheikh anymore, only his unworldly presence. al-Qutb al-Habib Abdul Qadir is undoubtedly, a charismatic authority in every shape and form, in every realm, in every dimension. May Allah give us the strength to convey his honour well in’sha’Allah.

Source:

http://users1.nofeehost.com/saqqaf/ Thanks to Kidragon

Shaykh Yahya Rhodus expresses his condolences on the death of the spiritual luminary and renown scholar, Habib Abd al-Qadir bin Ahmad al-Saqqaf who passed away earlier this week. He shares a brief biography of Habib Abd al-Qadir and gives key insights from his life.

On the Passing of Habib Abd al-Qadir bin Ahmad al-Saqqaf – Shaykh Yahya Rhodus from SeekersGuidance on Vimeo.

Source:

On the Passing of Habib Abd al-Qadir bin Ahmad al-Saqqaf – Shaykh Yahya Rhodus

Facebook links:

• Habib Abdul Qadir Al-Saqqaf Facebook Page
• Habib Abdul Qadir Al-saggaf Group
• Tariqah ‘Alawiyyah
• The Habaib / Ba Alawi Tariqa

This class will be conducted on a weekly basis, insha Allah, on Sundays at 11 AM – 12 PM Makkah time (GMT+3). To ask questions during or after lessons, please read more at Shaykh Abdul Karim Yahya’s blog - Red Sulfur and the Greatest Elixir

You can also download the video (MP4 format) or the audio MP3 from Habib Umar’s website.

Shaykh Abdulkarim Yahya’s profile on Facebook

Shaykh Abdulkarim Yahya – SunniPath instructor profile

Tariqah ‘Alawiyyah group on Facebook