THIRD RIGHT OF A MUSLIM

The third right of a Muslim towards another Muslim is that he should always wish well for his brother. 

Muslims Are Brothers Unto Each Other:

Allah Ta’ala states:



Muslims are brothers, therefore make peace between the two brothers and fear Allah that mercy may be shown to you.(Surah Hujurat, Verse 10)

Islam is the Religion of Goodness

Hazrat Tameem Daari Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu narrates that Rasool Allah (Peace be upon him) said, “Our religion means peace and wishing well.” We asked, “Wishing well for whom?” He replied, “For Allah Ta’ala, His Book, His Prophet, for the scholars of Islam and for all Muslims.”
(Muslim Shareef vol 1 page 54)

Wishing well for Allah Ta’ala means to believe in Him as the One and Only Supreme Lord, to not associate partners with Him, to believe Him to be free from all defects and the embodiment of all superior qualities.
Wishing well for the Prophet means to accept his Prophethood, to believe in him, to respect and revere him, and to obey and help him.

Wishing well for the scholars of Islam means to obey them and help them in carrying out their tasks, and wishing well for all Muslims means to fulfil their rights. In relation to this, Hafiz Abul Qasim Tibraani Rehmatullahe Ta’ala ‘Alaihi has reported a beautiful and thought provoking Hadith. He states that the Companion Hazrat Jareer Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu sent his slave to the market in order to buy a horse. The slave bought a horse for 300 Dirhams and came back home with the horse and its owner so that the owner could be paid the amount that had been agreed.

Hazrat Jareer looked at the horse and said to the owner, “Your horse is worth more than 300 Dirhams. Will you sell it to me for 400 Dirhams?” The owner replied, “As you wish.” Then Hazrat Jareer said, “Your horse is very valuable, will you sell him for 500?” In this manner he kept increasing the price until he said, “Will you sell me your horse for 800 Dirhams?” The owner was ecstatic and sold his horse for 800 Dirhams to Hazrat Jareer. When he was asked the reason for this, Hazrat Jareer replied, “I pledged allegiance at the hands of Rasool Allah (Peace be upon him)and promised to wish well for all Muslims.”
(Sharhey Muslim Vol 1 Page 55)

Without Wishing Well Faith Not Complete

Hazrat Anas Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu narrates that Rasool Allah (Peace be upon him) said, “You cannot be a true believer until you do not desire for your Muslim brother what you desire for yourself.”
(Bukhari vol 1 page 6, Muslim vol 1 page 50)

Blessings of Wishing Well For Others

Hazrat ‘Abdullah bin ‘Umar Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhuma narrates that Rasool Allah (Peace be upon him) said, “Muslims are brothers unto one another. They should not torment nor disgrace each other. The person
who remains busy in fulfilling the needs of his brother, Allah Ta’ala will fulfil his needs. The person who removes the difficulties of a fellow Muslim, Allah Ta’ala will remove one of his difficulties on the Day of Judgement. The person who hides the faults of his Muslim brother, Allah Ta’ala will hide his faults on the Day of Judgement.”(Bukhari & Muslim)


Respected readers! Look at the glorious glad tidings that are given for those who wish well for others and how much help wishing well for others will provide on the Day of Judgement. On that terrifying day, Allah Ta’ala will ease a person’s burdens on account of him wishing well for his fellow Muslims on the earth. Therefore, do not ever wish ill, always wish well for Muslims. Rather, do not even think ill thoughts for fellow Muslims and Insha Allah goodness and success will follow you always.

Muslims Are Walls for Each Other

Hazrat Abu Musa Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu narrates thatRasool Allah (Peace be upon him) said, “A Muslim is like a wall for another Muslim. Their bodies are strengthened by each other.”
(Bukhari vol 2 page 890, Tirmidhi vol 2 page 14)

Muslims are a Single Body

Hazrat Nau’maan bin Basheer Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu narrates that Rasool Allah (Peace be upon him) said, “The way that believers are merciful, friendly and loving unto each other, they are like a single body. When
one part of the body aches, the whole body is hurt and feels the pain.”
(Muslim vol 2 page 321)

Hazrat Nau’maan further states thatRasool Allah (Peace be upon him) said, “All believers are like a single body. When there is pain in the eye, the whole body will ache and if there is pain in the head, the whole body will feel the pain.” (Muslim Shareef vol 2 page 321)

May Allah Ta’ala guide us to always wish well for all, Aameen.

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SECOND RIGHT OF A MUSLIM

The second right of a Muslim is that he should accept the invitation of his Muslim brother. It is Sunnah to accept an invitation and following Sunnahs is the means to success in both worlds. Some Ahadith are
being presented in relation to accepting invitations and its etiquette's. Read them and act upon them to obtain eternal rewards.

Accept an Invitation

Hazrat Abdullah bin ‘Umar Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhuma narrates that Rasool Allah ( Peace be Upon Him), “When someone invites you to a Walima, you should certainly attend.” (Bukhari Shareef vol 2 page 777)

What if there are Multiple Invitations?

A Companion narrates that the Beloved Prophet of Allah Ta’ala ( Peace be Upon Him)said, “If you receive multiple invitations, accept the invitation of the one whose door is closest, and accept the invitation of the one
who invites you first.” (Abu Dawood Shareef vol 2 page 527)

Going Without Being Invited

Hazrat Abdullah bin ‘Umar Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhuma narrates that Rasool Allah ( Peace be Upon Him)said, “The person who receives an invitation but does not attend is disobedient to Allah and His
Prophet, and the one who attends without an invitation enters like a thief and leaves like a bandit.” (Abu Dawood vol 2 page 525)

Attending with the Family

Hazrat Anas Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu narrates that when Rasool Allah ( Peace be Upon Him) saw some women and children returning from a wedding invitation he stood up in delight and said, “Allah is my
witness that you are the most beloved to me amongst all the people.”
(Bukhari Shareef vol 2 page 778)

Inviting Only the Rich is Evil

Hazrat Abu Hurairah Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu narrates that the Beloved Rasool Allah ( Peace be Upon Him) said, “The worst feast is the wedding (Walima) feast where only the rich are invited and the poor are not, and the person who receives an invitation but does not attend is disobedient to Allah and His Prophet Rasool Allah ( Peace be Upon Him) ” (Bukhari vol 2 page 778)

Every word spoken by the Beloved Prophet and possessor of unseen knowledge has been proven to be true. Nowadays, people invite leaders, politicians and the wealthy from far and wide to attend wedding feasts with great pride, regardless of their religious affiliations. The poor, needy and destitute are deprived of invitations to such feasts. Such people should realize that the feasts where the poor are not invited are not Sunnah but are innovations, and instead of earning rewards, they become the means for punishment. May
Allah Ta’ala guide us all to perform all our work and duties according to Sunnah.

Boastful Feasts Should Not Be Attended

Hazrat Akrama Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu narrates that Rasool Allah ( Peace be Upon Him) forbade people from eating the food of those who were boastful and arrogant. (Abu Dawood Shareef vol 2 page 527)

Wedding Feasts Should Be Organized

Hazrat Anas Bin Malik Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu narrates that Rasool Allah ( Peace be Upon Him) said, “Organise a wedding feast (Walima) even if it is with only one goat.” (Bukhari vol 2 page 776)

How Long Should a Wedding Feast Last?

Hazrat Ibn Mas’ood Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu narrates that Rasool Allah ( Peace be Upon Him) said, “The feast on the first day is rightful (meaning it is proven and should be organized). The feast on the second day is
Sunnah but organizing a feast on the third day is ostentatious (showing off) and those who show off will be shown (punished) by Allah Ta’ala.” (Tirmidhi Shareef vol 1 page 208)

How Long Should Hospitality Last?

Hazrat Abu Shareeh Ka’abi Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu narrates that Rasool Allah ( Peace be Upon Him) said, “The person who believes in Allah Ta’ala and on the Day of Judgement should revere guests. One day and one night is his right (meaning do not spare any expense in providing for the guest on the first day), and hospitality is for three days (meaning provide them whatever you have, do not burden yourself). Anything
after three days is charity (Sadqa). It is not permissible for a guest to stay for more than three days if that is a burden on the host.” (Bukhari vol 2 page 906, Abu Dawood vol 2 page 526)

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FIRST RIGHT OF A MUSLIM

The Prophet of Mercy, Intercessor of the Nation said, “A Muslim has six rights over another Muslim.” When he was asked what they were, Rasool Allah replied, “When you meet him,greet him; when he invites you, accept his invitation; when he seeks goodness from you, give it to him; when he sneezes, say ‘Yarhamuk
Allah’; when he is sick, visit him and when he dies, attend his funeral.” (Muslim Shareef Vol 2 Page 213)

From this Hadith we realise that the first right and duty of a Muslim is that he should cheerfully greet his Muslim brother when they meet. The importance and excellence of greeting is proven from the Qur’an
and Ahadith.

In the Holy Qur’an Allah Ta’ala states:



And when those who believe in Our signs come to you then say to them, 'Peace be upon you,'...
(Surah An’aam verse 54)

In the above verse, Muslims are being taught that they should greet fellow Muslims upon meeting them. This affectionate and caring act is loved by Allah Ta’ala as greeting one another is exchanging wishes for peace on each other. The person who is greeted should also cheerfully reply to the greeting with ‘Wa 'Alaikum Salaam.’ Greeting one another is an excellent way in which to strengthen and increase mutual love and friendship.

At another point, Allah Ta’ala says to the believers:




O believers! Enter not houses other than your own, until you take permission and salute the residents thereof. This is better for you, haply you may be heedful.
(Surah Noor verse 27)

Believers are being advised in a very merciful manner not to enter anyone’s home until they have permission. The method shown for taking permission is that the person arriving should greet the residents of the home, thereby informing them of his presence. If it is not possible to inform the residents of his presence by greeting them, then he should knock on the door or ring the doorbell and wait for a response from inside. He should not stand directly in front of the door; he should stand to one side of the door. If there is no response from inside or the door is not opened he should not be upset or disappointed, rather, he should act upon the Orders of the Lord and should leave. He should not have any ill feelings or doubt the residents but should always think the best and assume the residents are not home or are busy. It is possible the resident is in the bathroom or the lady of the house is performing Salah. Remember this is the order of the Qur’an and obeying it is compulsory for believers.

Look at the action of Rasool Allah (peace be on him) himself when he went to the home of Hazrat Sa’ad bin ‘Ubadah Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu and asked for permission to enter by saying, ‘Assalamu ‘Alaikum Warahmatullahi.’ Hazrat Sa’ad Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu heard him and replied, ‘Wa ‘Alaikum Salaam Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuhu’ very quietly. Due to the fact that his reply was very quiet Rasool Allah (peace be on him) did not hear it. Once again Rasool Allah (peace be on him) greeted and again Hazrat Sa’ad Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu replied quietly, which Rasool Allah (peace be on him)  did not hear. This happened a third time and after waiting a few moments Rasool Allah (peace be on him) started to leave when Hazrat Sa’ad Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu rushed outside shouting, “Yaa Rasool Allah! Yaa Rasool Allah!”

Rasool Allah (peace be on him) said, “Sa’ad, I asked permission three times to enter but you did not respond and therefore I was leaving.” Hazrat Sa’ad Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu said, “I heard your greeting all three times but responded quietly so that you would continue to wish peace on me and I would obtain the blessings of that.”

Subhan Allah! What faith and love the Companions had, in that they would seek out opportunities to obtain blessings throughRasool Allah (peace be on him) .

There are many such incidents found in the books of Ahadith.

Hazrat ‘Abdullah bin Basar Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu reports that when Rasool Allah (peace be on him)  would go to anyone’s house, he would not stand directly in front of the door, rather he would stand a little to the left or right of the door.

The Holy Qur’an shows its believers how to enter homes in the following manner:

Then when you enter any house, salute your own people, a nice greeting from Allah at the time of meeting, blessed, pure. Thus Allah narrates to you His signs that you may understand.
(Surah Noor verse 61)

In another verse, it states:

 

And when you are greeted with any word of greeting then greet him back with a better word than it or return the same. Undoubtedly, Allah is Reckoner of everything.
(Surah Nisaa verse 86)

Greeting Creates Love

Hazrat Abu Hurairah Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu narrates that Rasool Allah (peace be on him) said, “You will not enter Paradise until you become believers and you cannot become believers until you love one another. Should I not make you aware of a deed which if you act upon will create love amongst you? Listen! Spread peace in abundance.” (Muslim Shareef vol 1 page 54)

This Hadith shows us that a person can only become a true believer when he loves his Muslim brother and the sign of love is to greet him when you meet him.

 In one narration the words of the Hadith are, “Spread peace it will create mutual love.” Some Muslims start
chatting as soon as they meet and greet each other later on. This should not be the case. Whenever you meet a Muslim brother you should greet him first and then start the conversation as it states in a Hadith narrated by Hazrat Jaabir Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu that Rasool Allah (peace be on him) said, “Greeting should precede the conversation.”
(Tirmidhi vol 2 page 99).

Hazrat Jaabir Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu also narrates that Rasool Allah (peace be on him) said, “Greeting should precede the conversation and do not invite anyone to a meal until they greet you.” (Tirmidhi Shareef)

Extra Words Mean Extra Rewards

Hazrat Imran bin Haseen Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu narrates, “A person came to Rasool Allah (peace be on him) and said, ‘Assalamu ‘Alaikum.’ Rasool Allah (peace be on him) replied to his greeting and then said, ‘He received ten rewards.’ Then a person came and said, ‘Assalamu ‘Alaikum Warahmatullah.’ Rasool Allah (peace be on him)  replied to his greeting and said, ‘He received twenty rewards.’ Soon thereafter, a
third person came and said, ‘Assalamu ‘Alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh.’ Rasool Allah (peace be on him) replied and said, ‘He received thirty rewards.’ (Tirmidhi Shareef vol 2 page 98)

Who Should Greet First?

Hazrat Abu Hurairah Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu narrates that Rasool Allah (peace be on him) said, “Younger ones should greet older ones, those who are walking should greet those who are sitting and the smaller party
should greet the larger party.” (Bukhari vol 2 page 921)

Additionally, he also narrates that Rasool Allah (peace be on him) said, “The one who is mounted (on an animal) should greet the one who is walking, the one who is walking should greet the one who is seated,
and the smaller party should greet the larger party.” (Bukhari vol 2 page 921, Muslim vol 2 page 212)

First to Greet is Free from Arrogance

Hazrat ‘Abdullah Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu narrates that Rasool Allah (peace be on him) said, “The one who is first to greet is free from arrogance.” (Baihaqi Shareef)

Hazrat Abu Umamah Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu narrates that  Rasool Allah (peace be on him) said, “The one who greets first is more deserving of the Mercy of Allah Ta’ala.” (Tirmidhi vol 2 page 99)

Who is Closer to Allah?

Hazrat Abu Umamah Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu narrates that Rasool Allah (peace be on him) said, “The one who greets first is closer to Allah Ta’ala.” (Al Targheeb wal Tarheeb vol 2 page 337, Abu Dawood vol 2 page 706)

We learn from this Hadith that the first one to greet is blessed with the priceless and matchless wealth of being close to Allah Ta’ala.

Greeting Family Members Results in Blessings

Hazrat Anas Radiallaho Ta’ala ‘Anhu narrates that Rasool Allah (peace be on him) said, “O my son! When you go to your family members, greet them as this will result in blessings descending on you and your family
members.” (Tirmidhi Shareef vol 2 page 99)

Respected readers! Every home today is the victim of problems and lack of blessings. The words and teachings of the Helper to humanity, Rasool Allah (peace be on him) show us the remedy for this ailment. Let
us immediately make a firm intention that whenever we enter our homes we will greet our family members.

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